Yo Lovelies, Presenting Chapter 19 of The Heirs and it is dedicated to @romanticnerd who has been a friend in Wattpad since my very first novel :D Love you dear :D
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DARK CHOCOLATE:
The original chocolate first consumed by mankind but let's face it we instantly hated it because it wasn't sweet. I belonged to the same category until I accidentally purchased a large bar and since there was no one else to eat it, I forced myself to eat one. Now, I make a point of purchasing it once a while and yes, I still do prefer the 'normal' chocolate but dark chocolate ain't bad either.
Dark chocolate is loaded with organic compounds that function as antioxidants. Studies have also shown that it improves heart health and blood sugar levels. It's mostly pure cocoa which helps in fighting tooth decay. The antioxidants in cocoa also help increase blood flow to the brain improving brain function.
Besides being nutritious, the dark chocolate can also uplift your mood while at the same time not give you any acne. The best way to eat them is by savouring it!
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"We all make mistakes, have struggles, and even regret things in our past. But you are not your mistakes, you are not your struggles, and you are here NOW with the power to shape your day and your future."
― Steve Maraboli,
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CHAPTER 19 – REGRETS
Xanthos was still fuming in his seat when they had the takeout dinner. At that moment, Cyane knew better than to start a conversation with him.
When the second bell rang, he got off from his seat before her and brought in a medium-sized box. He placed it on the table and Cyane recognized the logo because she had seen it in her grandpa's house.
"White rum?" she asked curiously and he nodded.
"For beginners."
"Okay," she said and watched as he poured it onto the glass. The colour was the same as water and there was only a slight spirit aroma.
Xanthos then poured water into the same glass and sat down in his seat.
"Should I drink it?" she asked him and he nodded.
Cyane stared at the glass but made no move to touch it. She was aware that though it looked like water, it was alcohol. "What if I get drunk?"
"You won't," Xanthos said calmly.
"Okay," she said and slowly moved her hand and curved it around the glass. It cannot be that bad, she thought and brought it towards her lips.
She took in the scent again and noticed that it smelled like a nail polish remover. She scrunched up her nose and then asked Xanthos, "You sure I won't get drunk?"
He shot her a blank look and apologizing, Cyane took in a small slip.
At first, she didn't feel anything, for there was no taste but then her face scrunched up and sticking her tongue out, she screeched. "Eww.... It's Aaaa...." She screamed and then hurriedly picked up the water bottle.
It was only after emptying half the bottle, she felt that her palette was back to normal. However, she could still feel the burn in her throat because the drink was so harsh.
"Horrible," she grimaced and resisted the urge to scratch her tongue.
Alcohol was bad. Plain bad!
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