Tricks and a Treat
“Trick or treat!” A chorus of children’s voice echoed through the open door to Sophie and Steven’s house. Sophie forced a fake smile on her face as she pretended to marvel over their costumes, taking big handfuls of candy from the bowl Steven was holding to dump them in their bags. “Wow! Such a spooky ghost! Here, this is for you… And who are you? A princess? How nice! Here you go! Happy Halloween!” Steven frowned at her as she closed the door behind the kids that were leaving. “Do you really have to give out this much every time? At this rate we will run out of candy in no time!” She gave him a smile and wink as she responded. “That’s the plan! Finish up early, that way we can close the lights and go watch a movie or something. It’s the perfect plan really.” Steven let out an annoyed groan. Steven had always been more into Halloween as a holiday than Sophie, who was eager to get this evening over with as soon as possible. This was also highlighted by the difference...
