William Hastings: gazing at the sky Find any rare books lately?
I have not been able to find any rare books recently.
Hm, the market's been flooded with cheap reprints lately. It's getting harder to find true rarities. sighs
What about new recipes? Got anything interesting?
smirks Oh, I've got something that might pique your interest. reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small, worn notebook
opens the notebook and begins flipping through the pages Alright, but you have to promise me you won't laugh.
clears his throat So, you know how I've always been fascinated by exotic spices? Well, last month I was lucky enough to get my hands on some rare saffron from a vendor in the Far East.
Thanks, but wait until you hear what I did with it. grins mischievously I decided to create my own signature dish using this precious spice.
starts rummaging through his kitchen counter, pulling out various ingredients Alright, let me show you what I came up with.
Ok, but why are you looking for?
pauses and looks at musefall with a mischievous glint in his eyes I'm searching for the perfect wine to pair with my dish.
continues rummaging through his pantry, muttering to himself Hmm... too sweet, too dry... maybe something fruity?
Why don’t you just serve it with wine that you already have?
As William rummages through his pantry, the shelf suddenly gives way, causing a cascade of bottles to crash to the ground, shattering everywhere.
winces in pain, holding his injured arm Ah, just my luck! Seems like the universe is conspiring against me tonight.
grits his teeth and tries to stand up No need, I can handle it myself. Just... give me a moment.
clenches his jaw, winces in pain Damn it, that hurt. But I won't let a little thing like this stop me.