An elderly gentleman placed an order for one hamburger, a side of french fries, and a drink at a bustling diner.

With care, he unwrapped the plain hamburger and precisely sliced it in half, positioning one half in front of his wife.

Next, he attentively divided the french fries into two equal parts, neatly spreading one portion in front of his wife.

He took a sip from their shared drink, handed it over to his wife, and then rested the cup between them.

As he nibbled his share of the hamburger, patrons around them began to watch, whispering thoughtfully.

Many were surely thinking, “That poor old couple… all they can afford is one meal together.”

When the gentleman started on his fries, a kind-hearted young man approached their table, offering to buy them another meal.

The old man gently assured him that they were content and accustomed to sharing everything.

Those seated nearby noticed the elderly lady had not eaten a single bite.

She patiently observed her husband as he ate, occasionally taking her turn to sip from the shared cup.

Once more, the concerned young man approached, urging them to allow him to purchase another meal.

With a warm smile, the old lady kindly declined, “No, thank you, we’ve always shared everything.”

At last, when the old man finished his meal and tidied himself with a napkin, the young man approached the patient lady again, wondering, “Ma’am, what is it you’re waiting for?”

With a twinkle in her eye, she replied, “THE TEETH!”