He had a strong learning ability, she understood. So, really, there was no need to announce to the world on the spot that he had acquired some startling new skills.
The soup base arrived, a mushroom and beef bone broth, full of fungi that Jane Sampson couldn't even pronounce. The dipping sauces here were all exclusively blended, so everyone got their own portion.
Watching the chili sauce that made a round in front of her and then all ended up in James Black's bowl, Jane swallowed and was just about to speak when Mr. Black shot her a glance. She silently retracted the words she had nearly let slip out.
The exclusive secret chili sauce looked especially fragrant.
There was only one sentence in Jane's heart.
I really want to taste it.
"The non-spicy dipping sauce to your right hand is enough for you," James pointed out, tapping his fingertip in front of that sauce. "Don't look, it's no use."
Jane pouted.
So annoying.