Maria is willing to help

"Ryan, this bug tastes really good!" Despite not quite understanding Neil's taste for bugs, I indulgently ruffled his hair.

"In that case, how about these..." Harry took the opportunity to push more bugs towards Neil.

"Try this one, it's quite nutritious." Maria's expression was somewhat complex, unsure if she was testing Neil's tolerance for bugs or genuinely trying to introduce him to beneficial food. Neil didn't hesitate and picked up a piece to taste.

"This one is delicious too!"

"How long did it take you guys to get used to this?" Harry teased Lisa and Ethan playfully, prompting Lisa to immediately give him a thigh-pinch attack.

"Are they really that tasty?" I wiped Neil's mouth, still somewhat skeptical of his assessment.

"Mm." Neil nodded, continuing to eat the bugs.

"Weren't you scared just now?"

"Scared of live bugs, not these. They're really good!"

"So as long as it's turned into food, you won't be scared of even the scariest things? Should I turn Roy into food then?"

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