When Linus exits his apartment on the morning of the evaluations, he will find a small paper gift bag hanging on his door handle. The bag contains some flashcards on familiar strategic concepts (example) and a thick pack of strong peppermint gum. Linus may realize that Annie has offered him the same gum during every study session they've had. There is also a dorky note: Here is your mission, should you choose to accept it. Chew two pieces before the written portion. Take deep breathes. Trust your instincts. Remember that you are uniquely trained and highly motivated - a specialist without equal - the living manifestation of destiny. <3
[a plain tote bag with 12 mini donuts from Obeigne (whatever flavours you decide, idc), numbered birthday candles in the order 52 (oops), and a birthday card (he couldn't resist):]
Metaphor goes here but I'll let you choose which seeing as it's your birthday and all.
Hope it's good,
Rory
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