After spending the entire day handing out flyers, Victoria dragged her exhausted body home, clutching the 120 dollars she had earned. She unlocked a rental bike and pedaled wearily toward her apartment.
As she passed by a roast duck shop, she swallowed hard, hesitating for a long time. In the end, she gritted her teeth and bought one.
When she got home, Leo was lounging on the couch, legs propped up, watching TV. The place was a complete mess, with fast-food containers from lunch still scattered on the table.
Victoria didn't dare get mad. Instead, she eagerly placed the roast duck in front of him like a prized offering.
Leo tore into the best parts, leaving behind just the bones and scraps. Only then did Victoria allow herself a couple of bites.
After tidying up the apartment and wash
