042 - Daycare

[halfblooded_git]

For the final time, I will put forth that "parental guardian" is not equivalent to "bottomless money pit." You would do well to remember that. I've had to stretch to make ends meet merely to put food on the table. We do not need any flash or gaudy display of wantonness and greed.

As for you, I'll warn you not to get any crumbs on any of the

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[a_rotted_heart]

It's a thankless job, isn't it?

[halfblooded_git]

I suppose their smiling faces are our reward. Which is not precisely sufficient for my needs.

[a_rotted_heart]

They complain more than they smile.

[halfblooded_git]

You needn't remind me of that.

[a_rotted_heart]

And you have more than I do. How do you put up with it?

[halfblooded_git]

I am currently running a contest to see how long I can abstain from the bottle.

[a_rotted_heart]

There are enough around with that problem.

Care for a cup of coffee instead?

[halfblooded_git]

Tea instead, if you have it. Otherwise yes, thank you.

[a_rotted_heart]

I have tea, certainly.

They won't destroy anything if you step out for a quick cup of tea with an acquaintance, will they?

[halfblooded_git]

I would certainly not put it past them to try.

[a_rotted_heart]

A very quick cup of tea, then.