Glad to hear that he hadn’t been short changed as a new arrival, she offered an understanding smile and nod. “It happens to all of us, now and again. Most people here are very understanding, and I’d like to think someone would have helped you out if we hadn’t run into each other. No pun intended.”
She peered at the basket, but her hesitation had nothing to do with his sign. Not wanting to be rude, especially to a newcomer, she took one of the wrapped treats from the top of the pile. “Thank you, that’s very kind of you.”