Chapter 309 Rome Stories February 25 New Share
“That’s really a shame. Aside from sandworm sashimi, fried scorpions and roasted rattlesnake are pretty good too. The meat and flavor aren’t much different from chicken,” Sandy said with an exaggerated look of regret.
“And the protein is five times that of beef, right?” Leon couldn’t help but tease.
Unfortunately, Sandy didn’t get the joke. She actually thought about it seriously before replying, “I don’t know, but in terms of protein content, it’s probably about the same as beef. Nothing that exaggerated.”
“Go make some food, I’m hungry.” Leon didn’t bother explaining his sarcasm, simply urging her along.
“I don’t cook.” Sandy slumped against the table, speaking lazily. “Someone will bring us food when it’s time. All we have to do is eat.”
“Figures. Last time we had a barbecue together, you didn’t lift a finger. So you just sit back and wait to be fed, huh?”
That memory made Leon recall the last time he’d come to see Sandy with Emily and Abigail. During lunch, he and Emily had been grilling, while Sandy and Abigail were just eating.
“Well, I am the owner of the Oasis Store. This little privilege is part of the package,” Sandy replied.
“Who brings you the food? People upstairs?” Leon asked, testing her.