Harem Ethics 101

36. Amalgam

As the warden and I entered the dining room, I noticed two places set, one at the head of the far side of the table and the other at the corner next to it. I made my way to the corner seat, finding chicken, potatoes, various greens, and a glass of water.

It was a simple meal, but as with everything I’d had the pleasure of eating since coming to Stone Lock, the food somehow looked more enticing than what I’d had back home.

Maybe because all the meat and vegetables back home are lab grown? Or maybe it’s the lighting? These crystals make everything look more vibrant, it’s almost like firelight that doesn’t flicker.

I glanced up at the crystal hanging over the table, enjoying the warmth of the light radiating from it.

“What’re these crystals called?” I asked, gesturing offhandedly at the crystalline light.

She slipped out of her coat and draped it over the backrest of the simple wooden chair before taking a seat. “It's known as a sun shard.”

“Huh, is it something you’d mine? Like