"Non, unfortunately, the rations and limited food supply have closed our concessions for the time being, we simply cannot afford it. And, to be quite honest, I'd rather use the money to pay my staff so they can keep their families clothed and sheltered. " He supposed it odd to be so open about the situation with an officer, but he had a feeling that Varner understood. He seemed more empathetic than most Nazis. He was more polite, to be certain.