The vehemence in Leo’s voice surprised everyone, even himself. He shot up from the table, fresh tears welling in his eyes.
“Please, don’t say that. Don’t apologize. I… I was the one who was foolish.” His voice, though trembling, was laced with a powerful new conviction. “That egg. These mushrooms… your gift… it’s the best gift in the world. I was just too stupid to see it before.”
He bowed deeply to his parents, and tears splashed silently
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