"So what, people will lie and say a chewy dead fish is delicious so long as they know other people can't eat it?"
"Pretty much. Have you ever actually tried caviar? It's like eating liquid salt."
Elena snorted and tried not to choke on her food. She strategically picked at the lettuce and vegetables that hadn't been touched by the fish.
"So I won't spend my generous work bonus on buying you fish eggs then. Never fear though, I will find you the perfect present for our meeting."
"You don't need to get me anything."
"Too late, I'm getting you a gift no matter what you say!"
One of the Ferraro servants refilled Elena's glass of water. Given the circumstances of her morning, Elena became more alert to her surroundings. As the servant passed into the kitchen, Elena strained her ears to ca
