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As they were chatting, the sound of the door interrupted them. An elderly woman entered, bearing a wooden tray. Atop the tray was a brown jar, from which steam rose, and a long-handled spoon was inserted – it was clearly porridge. Beside the jar, there were several white steamed buns and a few small bowls.

The old lady set the tray down on the table and announced, "Go ahead and eat