"I ordered a few things in." And it wasn't necessarily that he had expensive tastes, but he understood quality. He finished the last of the food, and none of it was really overly fancy in presentation, maybe even said something of its roots. Rustic, not as concerned with the appearance as doing it correctly.

Once portions were divvied up, there were a few spare sausage patties left in a separate plate. Just in case Archie decided to share some with the dog after all.