Nathaniel finds Martin's obsession with frosted flakes rather amusing. They were undoubtedly good, but nothing special. Though, as a Warden, he wasn't the best judge of what tasted good. One of the first things a Warden learns after taking the Joining is that his appetite has increased tenfold, causing everything to taste good.

He grabs Pounce (it's taken ages for him to finally agree to recognize that the cat has a name) and places him gently on the floor and out of the way of the food.

"So, did you just come home to bake?" he asks as he takes another square. It's said casually, but there's the barest hint of an edge to the question, a reminder of Anders' recent absences.