garrattj

Five-Minute fiction - 23:58-00:03

Let me ask you a question? Thom said stepping around the hood of the car toward the couple admiring it. Is there anyway I can get you in this little beauty today? He finished the sentence with a wide, ear to ear smile, and extended his hand. The woman got the proffered hand first, and her dainty knuckles got a chivalrous peck, and the man got it next, he got a firm hardy shake.

Well, I do like it, the woman said. Its a nice colour.

Yes, it is. Youve got a good eye, miss? Thom said coming to stand next to them.

Janet, she replied. And this is my husband Kevin.

Janet and Kevin, did you two happen to meet in line for photos in college or some such coincidence?

Im sorry, Kevin asked, clearly unaware of the humorous comment.

Your names, they both begin with subsequent letters of the alphabet, but, oh nevermind, it was just an attempt to lighten the mood. People are more prone to making purchases when they feel theyre having a good time, Thom said the smile still beaming out from his cheeks.

They are? Janet asked