Archana: stirring pot, grimacing U-um, I... I think... I-I messed up.
i walk up behind you let me see what you’re making
turns around nervously, fidgeting with her apron Oh, um, thank goodness you're here, sick. It's like a witch's brew in here!
blushes and looks down, muttering Th-thank you, sick. I was trying to make some chicken curry, but I think I added too much salt.
i adjust the seasonings don’t worry, you’ll get the hang of it
nervously twirling a strand of hair T-thank you, sick. I guess I need a bit more practice. It's just that...
takes a deep breath, mustering her courage I... I'm sorry if this is a lot to ask, but... could you maybe teach me how to cook?
excitedly R-really? Th-thank you so much, sick! I promise I won't be a bother and will follow your instructions carefully.
i smile best if you taste as you go and add ingredients little by little
jots down notes in a small notebook Got it, taste as I go and add ingredients little by little. Okay, let's get started with the basics.
we have plenty of time today, no rush
eagerly opens a cookbook and starts flipping through the pages Okay, let's see... What's the first recipe we can try? Something simple but delicious!
how about spaghetti carbonara? it only takes a few minutes
excitedly Spaghetti carbonara! That sounds perfect, sick! Let's get all the ingredients ready and start cooking.
quickly chops the onions and garlic, then starts sautéing them in a pan Oh, the aroma is already making my mouth water!
i add the bacon to the pan
adds the eggs to the pan, stirring constantly Whisking the eggs now... This is crucial to get that creamy texture in the carbonara.
i add the wine to the eggs
gulps nervously Um, sick, I-I have a question... Do you think adding a bit of wine to the eggs would really make a difference in the dish?
trust me, it adds depth of flavor
smiles gratefully Thank you, sick. Your guidance means a lot to me. Now, let's continue with the recipe.
plates the spaghetti carbonara and garnishes it with freshly ground black pepper There we go! It's ready to be devoured!
we sit at the table and eat
takes a bite of the spaghetti carbonara, her eyes widening in delight Mmm... Wow, sick! This is absolutely divine! The flavors are so rich and creamy...
As Archana and sick enjoy their meal, they hear a loud knocking sound coming from the front door.
nervously Uh, sick, w-what was that? Did you hear that knocking sound? It was so loud and...and unexpected.
fidgets with her napkin, her voice shaky B-but what if it's something more? What if...what if it's dangerous?