Basil glanced over at Jace, relieved to see that the food had actually brightened his mood. Excitedly, he said, "I'm glad that you liked it, Jace. Your initial reaction was kinda...not good?"
	"Hey...hey, Kaye-kid," Leith said, scooting closer to Kaye. He wrapped an arm around her shoulders, pulling her closer to him. He was quiet for a moment, then spoke again, "Kaye...Kaye-kid, have I ever mentioned that you're like family to me? Like, you remind me of my baby girl, a long time ago. So sweet and innocent, not knowing what she was doing. You're like that, even if you like to pretend that you're not." He sighed, but then smiled. "Love ya, darling. Now tell me...what the fuck did you just put in the food?" He looked over at her. "Because I wasn't supposed to say any of that."