She will be surprised, thought Handa

as she set off for Akeyo's village.

I wonder which fruit she'll like best?

Will she like the soft yellow banana...

or the sweet-smelling guava?

Will she like the round juicy orange...

or the ripe red mango?

Will she like the spiky-leaved pineapple...

the creamy green avocado...

or the tangy purple passion-fruit?

Which fruit will Akeyo like best?

"Hello, Akeyo," said Handa. "I've brought you a surprise."

"Tangerines!" said Akeyo. "My favourite fruit."

"TANGERINES?" said Handa. "That is a surprise!"