Morning News

"It's a pity."

"He was here yesterday asking for food."

"He looks famished. Where are his parents?"

"His father was killed during the beast tide. His mother is busy working in a tavern."

"But why is he not in that tavern with his mother?"

"He told me yesterday, his mother's boss is too strict. They even ration their food for their employees."

"That's… sad."

"That's why we are lucky to be working here, Mina!" the short-haired Yam suddenly yelled.

"Hey! Why are you yelling?" Mina asked as she also raised her voice.

"Enough, you two! We are still working here." Joey scolded them as he looked at the register in the counter area.

"Are we going to open now, Boss Joey?"

"We are about to." Joey eyed the lanky child whose face now bore a bit of baby fat from the previous gaunt look. "Are you still hungry, Alex?"

"I am full now. Thank you!"

"Lord Barry ordered me to take care of you whenever you are hungry. By the way, do you like your new dorm?"