Bab 43: Tour

"Do you really have pets?" Nero couldn't help but ask, his gaze fixed on the bird cage. It was a stupid question. The answer was in front of him. But…

"How do you make sure they don't get cursed? And how do you get enough food for them?"

"Yes, we have a few birds and some fish. They're monitored around the clock, and are killed on the first sign of being cursed. The food is not a problem, really. My parents have many friends who have private farms. Although all private farms are obligated to sell 70% of their produce to the government, that 30% left over is often more than enough for the owners themselves and for their friends. Out of principle, my family collects their allocated food rations."