"Oh yes. Pizza's a common food at casual parties, so, people order different sizes depending on how many people are being fed. Or how determined you are to show off at eating a whole pizza yourself." Anyone can eat a whole pizza if they're dedicated.

The shop is like a wonderland to Verity. So many beautiful colors and soft things to touch. She listens to Amelia's explanations while examining the displays. "Synthetics are made from inorganic materials. They don't come from plants or animals." She's not that interested in those.

The silks are an obvious draw to her, so she's nearby when Amelia asks about the colors. She'd been fingering a dusty violet brushed silk. "Yes, that's teal. The brighter one next to it is turquoise. It's named after a gemstone. Do you like them?"