[ throws us into the refectory, where todomatsu's unenthusiastically poking at a plate of food. ]

It's kind of impressive how well they managed to emulate the taste of nothing.

[ she smiles sympathetically. ]

Isn't it? I guess it's still better than if it tasted bad...

[ things could always be worse... ]

I suppose we could always make a trip downstairs to wash it down.

[ the grape juice is old and boozy but at least it has. a flavor. ]

...You know, you make a very valid suggestion.

Then I guess it's a matter of now, or later. Are you feeling full yet?

Full enough for now, I think!

[ no but also it'll be easier to get drunk off this old grape juice if there isn't much in his stomach ]

[ HELP. totty that is valid ]

All right, let's go, then.

[ downstairs! after they both get a glass (or maybe totty gets many glasses), ]

...I know we need to be careful with our requests, but they really could spare us some seasoning. I'm worried I'll get tired of the taste of grape juice, too.

[ partly joking. but not really. ]

[ help. he will get one glass but will take advantage of free refills. ]

Oh, that would be a smart request. Even if the quality of the food doesn't improve, at least we could add and switch up the seasonings to give the illusion of variety.

...And with the grape juice, the more you drink, the less you'll care about the taste.

It's funny how something so simple feels decadent at a time like this... Maybe another week, perhaps.

[ she laughs a little. ]

True. I prefer everything in moderation [ sorry she is a certified killjoy ], but don't hold back for my sake.

[ he can get crunk if he'd like, she'll make sure he gets home safely, etc!! ]