Peabody pulled an energy bar out of her bag. “I need a little … lift. Don’t want to say boost. Want?” “What is it?” “Ah, Fruity Nut Carbo Burst—with chia seeds and flax.” “I thought they made sheets and underwear and stuff out of flax.” “It’s a food and fiber plant.” “You’re telling me you’re eating something that’s used to make underwear? Why not just gnaw on your own underwear?”
