mikey headed in as explained and knocked on ben’s door, a few minutes longer than it probably should have taken, giving him a smile when he opened it. his hand moved from behind his back holding a small boquet of bright flowers. “i took a little longer than estimated getting up here because a lovely woman was peddling flowers on the sidewalk and you just said you could use some positivity today. it was a no brainer, really!” mikey smiled. “it is wonderful to officially meet you, benny. i am mikey way,” he said with a slight little bow.

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