Peni gives him a look with her big literal anime eyes.

"Dude," she says in the most 90s tone she could muster from an adorable 2D Japanese American. "Spider-metabolism? Do you see me shoving candy in my mouth right now?"

To emphasize this point, she digs a handful of assorted candy from her pocket and shoves it into her mouth, chewing. "I can practically hear your stomach grinding rocks from here! Stop being silly and go eat something, and go to bed afterwards. You'll sleep better. And then set your alarm for Elevenses."