Trooper Station, Friday

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There were oranges everywhere today. Which meant, yes, Watts was snacking while he worked. And also tucking a few away to take home later, because oranges.

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"Certainly easier in this time than- back in Toronto," Watts pointed out.

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"True enough," Steven said. He sipped his drink. "Finding and cooking."

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"All sorts of clever substitutes for ingredients that otherwise would contain animal products," Watts nodded. "It really is impressive."

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"Access to more variety of ingredients as well," Steven said. He smiled. "Like fruit that's not locally in season."

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"Oh, yes," Watts said, with great enthusiasm. "Absolutely."

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"Perhaps I'll look up drinks that can be made with oranges?" Steven suggested, indicating their newfound bounty.

Then, after a moment, "Er - besides orange juice, that is,"

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"Using orange juice as a component," Watts nodded. "I'm sure there are any number of fruit cocktails. And I don't just mean the type that contain alcohol."

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"There's all sorts," Steven agreed. "I was trying to pick something for today and there were a great deal of options. I went with this because it felt summery, not just tropical."

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"I'd say you were successful," Watts told him after a long, thoughtful sip.

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"Good," Steven said. Then leaned over to give him a kiss.

To make sure the drink tasted nice, of course.