Literature
Closed Accounts chapter 1
1: Of Space Aliens and Chocolate Cake
"…And that is our new product, the Veggie Co. Instant Chocolate Cake Maker." Archibald Asparagus finished with a smile. "Well, what did you think of my presentation?" He turned toward the kitchen table, where two of his friends were seated. "Uh, nice," Bob the Tomato replied, nudging Larry the Cucumber, who had fallen asleep. "But don't you think it's a little too long?" "Nonsense!" exclaimed Archibald, looking indignant. Bob looked at Larry. "Well," Larry yawned, "considering the meeting is only supposed to be three hours…" "Whereas your presentation ran for almost six hours…" Bob added. "It i