Pausing to sniff appreciatively at the stew, Korrin grins as she leans in to brush her lips against Araceli's forehead. "It's my version of a break, alright? As long as I'm not energizing or lifting anything, it still counts. Making meals with you is always time well-spent."

Besides, Tama always taught her that food tastes better when one has a hand in preparing it. Though not a culinary genius, she can still follow directions well enough, and that has to count. "I know there's a lot to do around here and will be for weeks, but tell me you're at least getting in some downtime too. Even if it's just a little here and there, breathers are important."