"Every fellow ought know how to cook," Mat says sagely. At least the basics. But he does understand, it's not what they're used to. Thorne kept her Summoned pampered and cared for. Now they must fend for themselves.

"Still, it's exciting! The city's great. I've been exploring. Lots of places to explore! And the nightlife..."

Much more exciting than Thorne, in his opinion. More variety. With the promise of even more in the other cities here in the desert.

"Lots of museums, too, for the more academic minded among us."