Regular checkups

As the evening sun cast a warm glow through the windows of my room, I was surprised by a knock on the door. Curious, I opened it to find Adolph standing there, a gentle smile gracing his lips. My heart skipped a beat at the sight of him, his presence always managing to light up even the dullest of moments.

"Hi," he greeted, his voice carrying a sense of excitement.

"Hi" I replied, returning his smile. "What brings you here?"

Adolph stepped inside and closed the door behind him. "I just wanted to let you know that Salley, my old friend, is visiting. She came to pluck a specific plant that grows only here. Thought you might want to meet her."

The curiosity that sparked within me was undeniable. Salley was someone I had heard of but never met, and the prospect of making a new acquaintance intrigued me. But what caught my attention even more was the glint of happiness in Adolph's eyes as he spoke about her.

"Really?" I said, my tone laced with playful teasing. "Are you sure you're not sec