Scrooge returned on time, having taken the time to refresh himself. He glanced at the pitcher of water and glass with some relief. That would help significantly.

He poured himself a glass but didn't drink from it just yet. Instead, he sat down to look at Magica.

"Since you're also having me work on your finances, I had a suggestion to start off: You need to save as much as you can right now, so it'd be best to have local cuisine rather than the decadent things you typically serve. Locally-sourced food will be cheaper than having to import special ingredients from the continent, so you'll have more for less."