[And at the mention of Gen, Ciel's expression instantly changes. Not... for the worst necessarily, but,]

Goodness. That doesn't surprise me, but what can we do about him... I'd be happy to spare whatever I can, I also get along with the owner so I'm sure I can brainwash pull some extras strings too. The problem is getting him to come and accept the food, he'll probably be tsundere about it.

[yeah, she sure as heck used that word in its entirety out loud,]

I think it would help if you deliver him something in my stead... Maybe make him feel like he's earned it too? What do you think, Gray, since you've been spending more time by his side of late?

[At least she's being considerate, in her own way...?]