[He can leave the soup unattended long enough to come over and give her a quick hug and a kiss on the forehead, which is what he's going to do. Really, Gelda, he wouldn't have objected to getting the groceries himself so you didn't have to lug those heavy bags around in the cold.]
I only hope it tastes as excellent as it smells. Would you like some tea?
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I only hope it tastes as excellent as it smells. Would you like some tea?