Big Face Cat waved a big hand:
"Here's the deal, little bro. First, you come home with me. My sister-in-law has already prepared the meal, and one extra pair of chopsticks won't matter. Fill your stomach first."
"Then, after the village chief comes back from hunting, I'll take you to meet her. If she agrees to let you stay, you'll stay; if she doesn't, well... I really can't do much, little brother. You'll just have to take this corn, cured meat, and I'll pack some dry provisions for you later... and continue wandering."
"Alright then."
Lin Xian didn't want to make it tough for Brother Lian.
After all, mooching a meal today and breaking through anew tomorrow is the way to go; plus, going home with Big Face Cat for a meal won't delay a little chit-chat and information gathering to round out my worldview.
However...
Just as Lin Xian agreed,
Er Zhuzi got anxious right away:
