[ The clamor of the party holds but a tiny candle to the array of dishes displayed before them. To her question, he appears to reflect:] Indeed. Some dishes would require an entire day for the women to prepare.
[ To say nothing of the luxury of preparing sugar for a pastry, or having a display of exotic foods from all over.
But at last he turns to regard her, his eyes remaining cool. His shoulders remain of a stiff, dignified posture, something the half-eaten cookie still in his hand might contrast. ]
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[ To say nothing of the luxury of preparing sugar for a pastry, or having a display of exotic foods from all over.
But at last he turns to regard her, his eyes remaining cool. His shoulders remain of a stiff, dignified posture, something the half-eaten cookie still in his hand might contrast. ]
Such luxuries... are not to be taken for granted.