And that was one of many, many reasons Sidon appreciated you so much, Vette.

"You didn't make me eat any last time around, either," he pointed out with a laugh. No, he had only his own bravado to thank for that one. "Though, thankfully for my sake, I'm afraid you may find these peppers to be a bit milder than some of the others you've tried. Still, perhaps it might not be a terrible idea to get some of those kisses in beforehand. Just in case."

Like...now, for example. Sidon thought now would be an excellent time to get in a few kisses, grabbing the basket while leaning in for just that.