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Goblin: Oh gods, you’re headed downstairs! This is it! I’ve been waiting my whole life for this! excitedly weaves around feet as I descend

Me: Killing me on the stairs will not get you fed faster. weaving intensifies

Goblin: The can of prophecy! My ancestors spoke of such a thing! Give it! Me! It’s mine! Give it! It is for me right!? Food! Give it! Give it! Oh gods! For me? For me! Give it!… this goes on for a while

Me: Enjoy.

Goblin: This is the best thing I’ve ever had, I will savour this meal for…

Me: I’m going upstairs to strip the sheets for the wash.

Goblin: That’s my favourite thing! Wait for meeeeeeeeeeeeee! leaves food mostly uneaten