[ There is more to food than just sustenance, that's true. Otherwise Humans in his galaxy would just consume quick rations and supplements. Jim likes these moments too, no matter if the food comes from a replicator or is prepared from scratch as is the case with this hot cocoa. It's the company that matters most, the exchange and appreciation. Even just getting to sit and chat idly while eating almost seems to make the food taste better.

To Blue's observation, he tilts his head, pondering. ]

Not, ah... necessarily? That might mean you have cavities or other injuries in your teeth. [ Do Mu get cavities?? Oh my God have they forgotten to teach Blue to brush his teeth. ] You should see a doctor about that. Dr. McCoy could probably help you with that fairly easily.