“Bread or Gem?...”

The Parasite exploited the dragon's natural greed for treasures. It knew every dragon carried an inherited hunger for gold, gems, and pearls. The ruby might have been worth far more than the bread, but nothing in life was truly free. The gem was too good to be true.

But you were desperate. A gem could change your life, offering a chance at something better a lifetime of security. Bread, on the other hand, could only ease your hunger for a moment. Still, you couldn’t stop the doubts creeping in. The Parasite’s grin was too suspicious. Where had the gem come from? Was it stolen, cursed, or some kind of blackmail?

Even so, starvation made the choice for them. Despite the bread’s tempting smell, the starving SandWing snatched the gem.

What would you choose in that moment?

Bread or gem?