"It smells so gooooood! My stomach's growling already!" Hamuko cheerfully chirped, helping to carry their bowls to the table. "You're so efficient! I got a long ways to go to catch up, ehehe. Don't be too nice if you decide to give me pointers, got it?"

She's ecstatic. Her first home cooked meal since waking up... it feels like yesterday but also a lifetime since getting to sit and eat here, in the place that feels so much like home.

The enthusiasm and approval is all over her expression on first bite. THIS IS DELICIOUS....!