Dinner was flatbread, roast chicken, and vegetable salad that Alfred had bought on his way back.
It had to be said that Alfred really understood his young master's tastes. He had not bought cream buns to go with roast meat.
For Kallen, though, the sort of casual meal he was more accustomed to would have been pork head meat, braised beef, peanuts, and cold vegetable dishes.
Even if he could buy that combination outside, however, the flavors would be vastly different.
Everyone sat down to eat together.
Kallen reminded Xili, "The cat and dog in this house need to be treated the same as people."
Alfred explained, "The cat needs a cup of coffee every morning and afternoon. If we aren't home at noon, you'll need to prepare her meal. Make it as refined as possible. Afternoon tea and a fresh fruit platter every day are essential.
"As for the dog... when you're preparing things for the cat, make some for him too. A slightly lower standard than the cat's will do."
"Woof!" the Golden Retriever barked in protest.
Puer was secretly delighted at first, then suddenly alarmed. Oh no, the Radio Fairy is splitting our alliance!
Kallen had always been generous when it came to caring for Puer and Kevin. As for other matters, such as Xili's pay and benefits, he had not asked. He trusted Alfred to arrange everything.
His base salary was ten thousand rael a month, and his commission would only be higher, not lower. He could easily afford to support several more maids.
After all, this was York City, one of the most prosperous cities in the world, with far too many rich people making a fuss over nothing.
After eating a little, Kallen returned to the second floor and lay in bed reading the