[He doesn't voice his agreement with that sentiment, but privately he understands. However much the suits are involved here, nothing good so far has come from them that he's aware.

There's a slight furrow of his brow at the question, making room for Sizhui in front of the counter. Julienned...?]

It doesn't really matter. Long strips are fine. [Sasuke finds a sieve, then begins to drain the freshly cleaned rice.] I'm making a simple vegetable rice dish. It'll be good for leftovers as well, and the portion size is large, so I'll leave you with some.

[... He doesn't know if he's actually said it yet, but —]

Thank you.