“Linda, did you prepare dinner for your cousin?” asked Linda’s mother, Julia.


    “Oh yes, Momma, but …”


    “But what, honey?”


    “He grew up on Mars his whole life. I don’t know what he likes.”


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    “Oh, honey, I’m sure Sam’s no different from the rest of us. Human.”


    Linda smiled.


    “So Sam, how’s Earth for you?” asked Julia.


    “Heavier.”


    Linda laughed.


    “I hope you’ll like this. Your first Earth home cooking, right?” asked Linda.


    Sam nodded, took a bite, and spit it out. “Oh my god, what’s this?”


    “It’s a grass-fed steak.” Julia’s eyes widened.


    “From a real animal? How barbaric!”