Redundancy

Written for the LJ Community “Open On Sunday” – Convenience Store Challenge

 

A bit of Anya, a smattering of Giles and a strong opinion.

 

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"It's redundant," Anya said.

 

"What is?"

 

"A convenience store. Also, it's pedestrian."

 

"I don't quite understand."

 

"It's an overpriced mercantile specializing in common wares, for the purpose of taking advantage of a tired workforce that doesn't have the energy to stop at a more reasonably priced specialty shop."

 

"I don't believe you've clarified anything."

 

"Put your glasses back on. I'm making perfect sense."

 

"You said..."

 

"Pedestrian. I explained that."

 

"Indeed. But you also said..."

 

"Redundant?"

 

"Yes."

 

She gave him that look, with her lips curved slightly and her eyes flashing confidence. "All stores are convenient, Giles."

 

God, he missed her.