Karl rapidly applied the brakes. His heart was hammering in his chest as a thousand worst-case scenarios raced through his mindHad she fallen ill? Was she in some sort of discomfort or distress? Anxiety clawed at his gut but he still carefully guided the car to the side of the road before turning to face her with worry.However, his panic melted away the instant her next words reached his ears."Oh, my God, look at those chestnuts!" she exclaimed while pointing towards a street vendor's cart piled high with fragrant, roasted delicacies. "They look delicious, Karl, let's buy some. I really want them."A rush of relief flooded through him, quickly followed by a wave of amusement the minute he realized the source of her sudden urgency.With an indulgent chuckle, he nodded. "Of course, let's get some."They stepped out of the car, hands still intertwined, and approached the chestnut vendor.“We'll take the largest size you have," Lavinia declared.The vendor nodded, reaching for a paper
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