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Rui was distraught that the mayor found out about the chickens and accused me of letting it slip to him. I had to remind him that the chicks chirp all day everyday and can be heard from outside. Regardless, he was still frustrated and spent some time curled up on the floor simmering in anger.
It was hard to keep a straight face when the chicks were trying to huddle up against him at the same time.
I told him there was really no need to keep it a secret, especially since the chickens will eventually grow up and need to go outside to roam, but he wasn't open to it still. I guess all I can do is wait for him to figure it out on his own.
Now that he's caring for the chicks all day, Rui doesn't really go out until it's nighttime after they go to sleep. Maybe he'll be okay with dinner if I asked...
It's been a long while since I last visited my favourite tavern by the town square. I'll head over tomorrow after work and ask the proprietress if she could save a table for me on my birthday. If Rui refuses, I can go on my own and maybe have an extra pint or two. If he accepts, then I have no other wishes to make.
Either way, I'll be a happy man.