Tomato earings

Johannes asks Griet about her activities over the summer.

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Griet: I planted tomatoes.

Johannes: And did they flourish?

Griet: I had to go away. The plague scare.

Johannes: Of course, but it was a false alarm. Everyone came back after two weeks.

Griet: But nobody watered my tomatoes while I was gone. When I came back, they were too small to eat.

Johannes: I see how you used them.

Griet: You think they look nice?

Johannes: I know a painter who might be interested.

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