"Big plans?" Questioned Hansel, feeling his throat clench a bit.

"Yes, very big plans. I think you'll enjoy the new diet I'll put you on."

Hansel wondered about this new diet, and the clothes that were in his bedroom.

"You'll enjoy the richest of foods! The best of the best!" The count picked up a fork and cut off a bit of chocolate cake. The count rose and held the fork out to Hansel. "This is the type of food that you'll enjoy! "

Hansel chewed the bit of cake, it was delicious! If this were the type of food he'd eat, he'd be glad to be in the company of the count!

The count ruffled his hair and crossed the room. "I'll be going away for now, but when I return, I expect you to be a healthier looking boy! I'll instruct my cooks on what food you're to be given."

Hansel turned to look at the count, and went to rise from his seat.

"Don't sit up on my account, please enjoy this feast! I'll be returning in...."