As long as Hayley stayed home, Leonard was in the best mood.Every time she went out, he worried nonstop. The worst part was that she never took him with her. Now that she didn't need to leave anymore, he couldn't have been happier.Half an hour later, the shelter kitchen fired up again, and the smell of hot food filled the air.Thomas, Jim, and the others were busy washing vegetables and cooking.Since Hayley was eating at home today, she had them prepare a full spread. They cleaned fish, butchered chicken, cooked shrimp, and simmered meat. The shelter, quiet for so long, came alive again with the sounds and smells of a real meal.Ever since they took the city, Hayley rarely ate at home. Most of the time, she just had boxed meals made by the chefs in the city.But no matter how fresh those were, nothing beat food cooked right here.Plate after plate was set on the table. Garlic butter shrimp, roasted chicken with gravy, grilled salmon, barbecue ribs, and fresh vegetables from h
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