Then she held the tip of the nipple shut with two fingers as she gave the bottle a violent shake to dissolve the corn syrup in the milk before she gave him the bottle. He had drunk the apple juice that morning from the nurser without argument, but drinking baby formula was another thing entirely!
He looked up at her with an imploring look, hoping against all odds that she would forgo her final assault against his dignity, but the expression on her face left no doubt in his mind that he would be forced to drink the contents of the baby bottle, whether he willed it or no. Reluctantly, he took the bottle between both hands, putting the latex nipple into his mouth and began sucking, watching her intently for some sign of reprieve. The sweet aroma of corn syrup and taste of the cold milk permeated his mouth instantly.