I never imagined there was something strange about the midnight tea.
At first, I didn’t question it. Every night, he would bring it, warm, gently steaming in the same cup.
And every time, I drank it. It was almost tasteless.
But soon, I started to notice something odd.
Every night, before making the tea, he would step outside for a few minutes. Then he’d come back in, walk straight to the kitchen, and return with that same cup.
But I never once saw him drink from it.
One evening, after serving me, I asked, “How about yours? I’ve never seen you drink this tea.”
He smiled. “I’ve already had mine. This one’s for you.”
I wanted to respond, but he leaned in, kissed my forehead, and whispered, “I love you.”
I smiled back. “I love you too.”
He noticed. His expression shifted, almost worried.
He laughed a little, teased me, and somehow… I still drank it.
Days passed. The same routine. The same cup. The same tea.
And every night, he went outside first.
Finally, I decided to find out what was really behind it.
That night, like always, he said he was going to check the car. This time, I quietly followed.
He walked toward the backyard, glancing over his shoulder to be sure no one was watching.
My heart pounded.
I leaned forward, holding my breath.
Then I saw it, I froze.
“Oh my God…” I whispered to myself.
So this red tea wasn’t ordinary.
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