[ she smiles faintly until he licks her hand and it eventually blossoms into a full grin. she scratches behind his ears again. ]

Tomorrow, maybe you can help me find scraps to trade? We can share what I've got today.

[ bandit gets another pat on the back before she pulls herself to her feet. the packets are in one of her pockets and she begins to rummage around for her hard-earned meal. ] I'll prepare the food. I'm hungry.