Not really! [ah, progress... the thought of it being stymied is wrenching. and this, at least, is something he knows how to do.] Only when I have to.
[he releases the hand, his own going to rest on his hips as he thinks. he feels his expression has grown too serious, so he offers a smile.]
Surviving on junk food isn't the best idea, but it is survival. Getting the calories, that's very easy... Nutrients are harder, but essential. Focus on fats and proteins; a chocolate bar would be a better choice than chips, for example. Even the slightest vitamins can go a very long way! [pause] And, I will help you, and everyone else, however I can, and whenever I can. That, is a promise.
[because they've been talking for like maybe five minutes and he's already fully aware that he will outright starve to death before he lets a single one of his charges go hungry. that decision was made 30 seconds in.]
no subject
[he releases the hand, his own going to rest on his hips as he thinks. he feels his expression has grown too serious, so he offers a smile.]
Surviving on junk food isn't the best idea, but it is survival. Getting the calories, that's very easy... Nutrients are harder, but essential. Focus on fats and proteins; a chocolate bar would be a better choice than chips, for example. Even the slightest vitamins can go a very long way! [pause] And, I will help you, and everyone else, however I can, and whenever I can. That, is a promise.
[because they've been talking for like maybe five minutes and he's already fully aware that he will outright starve to death before he lets a single one of his charges go hungry. that decision was made 30 seconds in.]