He took a few coins out of his pocket and paid for the water. "I think I should be going, though...".

"Oh, yes, of course, don't waste any time - you still have to walk quite a bit!".

"Thank you very much for the water".

"No problem, darling", Anne said. "Again, if you need anything here, talk to me".

"Thank you very much", Adrien nodded. "I will".

"Goodbye, and see you soon. Good luck with your apprenticeship! And, oh my, you're by far the most beautiful customer I've had the pleasure to serve in a long while", she said with one more broad smile.

Adrien chuckled. "Oh, I am sure you say that to everyone", he said in jest as he headed outside.

"Beautiful and smart! Be still, my heart!". The old lady clutched her chest in a dramatic fashion, and laughed heartily. "Good luck, and have a good day, dear".