If only they knew that someone really was restricting her food. That every meal was counted, monitored, rationed. And that once she returned to the castle, she would not get another proper meal until the next scheduled time.
Her stomach twisted at the thought.
Her mind drifted to her elder sister and Little Sweetie. They would be back at the castle now, probably hungry too. The food at the palace was more than enough for everyone, yet she and her sister were not allowed to eat as freely as they pleased. It really was frustrating.
She thought about sneaking some snacks back for them, but there was one problem, she had no money.
Lilian was treating them to this meal, and while Nnenna had every intention of paying for herself once she received her first salary, right now, she had nothing.
After a brief hesitation, she turned to Lilian. "Can I pack some food to take home?"
Lilian and Kosi exchanged glances, their eyes widening slightly.
