The Bamboo Forests of Auden Chapter 30

Brixton knew that what Calla wanted was an unreasonable "obligation" from beginning to end. She did not feel that ki33ing and hugging could become an obligation, and Calla was obviously not as bothered by it as she said - he could play tricks on her, and his coquettish begging methods had not weakened. So, she didn't mention it again.

"Why do you want to eat?" Calla looked at the table of meals she ordered and was at a loss.

"Because it's delicious." Brixton said simply. Although she is not very hungry, it is obvious that this child needs it more.

"Try it." She brought some vegetables to Calla, "I have only eaten Bigu Dan since I was growing up. Try something else."

Calla paused for a moment, "I've eaten the next one."