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The Bubble Tea Code

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The Bubble Tea Code

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Mark really likes Taiwan's hand-shaken drinks.

In order to sound like a local, he decided to challenge the most complex ordering method today.

While queuing, he kept reciting silently in his mind: 'Black tea latte, half sugar, less ice, add coconut jelly.'

He memorized this string of 'code' for a long time and felt completely ready.

Finally it was his turn, the clerk looked at him with a smile and asked: 'What would you like?'

Mark looked at the clerk, not only did he suddenly forget all the words, but he was also so nervous his mind went blank.

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He looked at the menu, and finally stammered unexpectedly: 'Boss, I want a cup of... hot boiled water, add bubbles!'

The shop suddenly became very quiet, and the customers behind were snickering.

The clerk was stunned for a moment, then asked gently: 'Sir, do you have a cold?'

Although drinking more hot water is good when sick, drinking it like this is a bit strange!

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