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"Is that a new sign in the window?" "Arrived yesterday. Do you like it?" "It says 'Closed for Inventory.' You've never closed for inventory in your life." "Well, there's a first time for everything. Cinnamon roll?" "Don't change the subject. Where's Harold? He's usually hunched over his crossword by now, hogging the corner table." "Haven't seen him." "You haven't seen him? He's been here every morning at seven since 1998. He says your coffee is the only thing keeping him alive." "Perhaps he's taken up a new habit." "Or perhaps someone left flour footprints leading out your back door and down the alley." "Flour gets everywhere. It's an occupational hazard." "These footprints were size eleven boots, and they stopped beside Harold's parked car." "Oh." "Yes. Oh." "...The pecan tarts are still warm, if you'd like one." "You're stalling." "I'm being hospitable." "Fine. One tart. Then you'll tell me why Harold's hat is hanging on your coat rack." "It's a very nice hat." "It's got his initials stitched inside." "Sugar or cream with your coffee?" "Both. And start talking."