His eyes scanned the shelves of candy, row after row of colorful, sugary goodness reflecting in his eyes.

As he and his sister waited in line with their mother, the two stealthily made their selection from the smorgasbord of gums, chocolates and sweet-sour combos.

The bubblegum it would be. Or not.

Though their mother always bought them all kinds of candy, it was not to be the case this time. No sweet tooth would be satisfied this day.

Standing behind them was a businessman, dressed in a sharp suit and waiting his turn as well.

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