"Well, here's a bit of cheese, and some of that rye bread" Serapis replied. "Not exactly sure what the difference between rye and wheat is. Different kind of grain. Hmm." He knew it was an inane topic, but it kept his mind off of the craziness of the orphanage. 

He sat down with the food and sighed. "I guess there's no avoiding the topic. We have got to address the staff about the money issue. Then figure out what to do to fix it, then do it. It'll only get worse if we let this wait another few months."

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"Well, I don't wanna spread rumors but I think there's some kinda money trouble" Arjun said. "Either we've got too many orphans or too little cash flow. Or both" Arjun said, shrugging. 

Meanwhile Aurelian just took off the shirt, throwing it to the side. The masseuses noticed, but said nothing for now. If he was to get in trouble for it, it was now on his head. 

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"Oh. Well, you wouldn't think it, but he's really kinda hot. In a cute way. I mean, he's a halfling, but he'll get bigger. But not so big that he'll be able to push me around. And he's got really nice eyes and hair and... and feet!" Laura paused a moment. "Well, that part matters more to halflings, I know. Eh, forget that last one. Jorn's good. So, do any of you girls have your eye on anyone?"