332. Salon (2)
Seongjin, who finished his work on the monster task force early that day, stopped by a salmon specialty restaurant at early lunch time. He wanted to personally pack the food to take to the main palace.
-Bertrand & Lee Cham Salmon Restaurant
This restaurant, which opened in the busiest part of Rue d’Este, was already gaining popularity despite its small size.
The second floor, where high-quality dishes are served to guests with reservations, is already full for lunch.
“oh my god! The Scarzzapino family is here! “Hurry up and tell the manager so he can say hello!”
“You’re so busy right now! “There are two cardinals sitting at the table over there!”
Although it was a high-end section created with the intention of making a profit, it is still true that it is much cheaper than the previous price. Imperial officials had no choice but to flock in large numbers.
The condition on the first floor was even more serious.
“How long do we have to wait in line?”
Thanks to the selling of cost-effective dishes made from lower-quality parts, the line of customers was not only pushing out of the restaurant, but filling up one side of the street.
Where is that?
-The very taste that even His Majesty the King approved!
Despite Lord Valery’s opposition, many citizens of the Imperial Capital gathered and chattered under the proudly displayed banner.
-Cham salmon? It sounds like just a fish, but is it really that expensive for one person?
-This person doesn’t know anything! If it weren’t for that restaurant, where do you think people like us would have been able to see salmon for a lifetime? Originally, it was a rare dish that only nobles could eat once on a good day!
-aha! That’s why people are lining up like that.
-That’s right! Our Prince Mores sells salmon, which is more expensive than silver, at a low price for the subjects of the imperial capital!
I thought we brought in quite a lot, but at this rate, we have to worry that we will soon run out of salmon.
‘I thought I’d just make a profit, but maybe this could be a profitable business?’
Seongjin thought happily.
‘I guess I’ll have to give it to Branch Manager Schmidt. ‘I’m telling you to fill the cold wagon with only salmon for a while.’
I don’t know how long this heat will continue, but now that the water is coming in, it’s time to paddle properly.
I need to quickly recover my investment and invest in other businesses soon.
“Do you really need to come get it yourself? If you wish, I will have a waiter deliver the food to the imperial palace every day.”
The chef said as he prepared the lunch box by hand. This time it was a moist steamed salmon dish with various vegetables and spices.
“Or, I’ll give you the recipe, so it would be better for the palace people to cook it themselves. “If it cools down while it’s in transit, it’s bound to taste worse than when it was first served.”
That made sense.
Seongjin also thought that way at first. As for the good salmon we brought in this time, we made it a priority to stock the palace refrigerator.
However, when I actually ordered them to be put on the table, I was surprised to hear that my father barely touched the dishes.
‘But if I take it out and bring it to you, you eat the same dish, right?’
The salmon gravlax salad I brought for lunch yesterday was completely cleaned out again.
Maybe this wasn’t a problem of picky eating. Could it be that my father doesn’t like the food prepared in the main palace?
‘Next time, instead of just salmon, should we try taking out other dishes as well?’
I think it’s a pretty good idea. How can someone live by eating only fish all the time?
Seongjin made up his mind and spoke to the chef.
“For now, just leave it packaged like this for a while. “I think my father will like it if I carry it myself.”
Then the chef from Cyprus looked very touched.
“How can we not admire the beautiful heart of the Prince who cares for His Majesty the Emperor! “Your Majesty must be well aware of this, which is why he is so happy to have your lunch box, right?”
Even though my skills are limited, I will continue to cook with passion and sincerity!
The chef shouted that and started packing lunch boxes.
‘Now that I think about it, when will your mother return to the imperial capital?’
While waiting for the package to be packed, Seongjin suddenly thought of Empress Lizabeth, who had left for the Principality of Assein and had no intention of returning.
If you think about it, the day Seongjin ate salmon for the first time was at a dinner at the imperial palace, which she also attended.
‘I thought you’d be back at least by the time the restaurant opens… … .’
As the Principality of Assin is located completely inland, it was clear that salmon would be more valuable than imperial salmon. However, I can’t have the lunch box delivered from here to the Principality of Assin.
‘Of course, I doubt that my mother will be happy if I bring it to her.’
For some reason that Seongjin couldn’t guess, his relationship with her seemed to have completely broken down.
However, even though he wants to try to improve the relationship, he has no memory of the past and is at a loss as to where to start and how to start.
-Mores! baby! Do you recognize her mom?
Nevertheless, Seongjin couldn’t help but think of the tearful face the moment he first opened his eyes here.
-Your mother is so happy that you woke up so healthy.
The warmth of the Empress’s hand as she held it was still vivid in my memory.
And like this, when I have something to share with the royal family, I sometimes feel regretful and think, ‘It would have been nice if Empress Lizabeth had also been there.’
* * *
Da da da da da!
When I ran to the office a month later with a packed lunch, Director Katrina and Francis were there together.
“I meet Prince Mores.”
Katrina showed courtesy with her extremely restrained movements.
As the leader of the Knights of Saint Aurelion, she was busy with construction work every day as she was responsible for various tasks as the right hand of the Holy Emperor.
Thanks to this, despite his nickname ‘Shield of Success’, it is surprisingly difficult to see him staying by his side.
“I see you.”
Francis, who was standing behind him, also lowered his head awkwardly. That slightly profane appearance was truly an arrogant lieutenant.
“Ah, that is the famous salmon dish.”
When Seongjin put the lunch box on Seonghwang’s desk, Katrina smiled happily and asked.
“That’s right, leader. “Did you hear the rumor too?”
“Yes, sir. “It’s truly a shame, but most of the paladins under my command have forgotten about training and are so obsessed with talking about that new restaurant.”
That’s right.
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Since they are priests who are tightly bound to the unity of the government, I thought they would be somewhat resistant to the unfamiliar culture of low-temperature carriages. This doesn’t seem to be the case when it comes to delicious food.
“It’s a shame. “If I had known you guys would be there, I would have brought a little more packed lunch.”
Then Katrina hurriedly waved her hand.
“Such absurd words! How dare you put me through such trouble?”
“What trouble? Oh yeah. While we’re at it, stop by the restaurant with Sir Francis. “I’ll tell the manager to treat you well.”
“Hehe. no. “Just saying these words makes me feel very happy.”
After answering that, Katrina gathered the documents on her desk, handed them over to her adjutant, and bowed her head to Seonghwang.
“If you do, I will proceed with the savings related matter as you instructed.”
“Of course. “Good job, Katrina.”
“yes. your majesty.”
However, Katrina, who had expected him to leave, stood next to Seonghwang and looked at him with very expectant eyes.
“… … ?”
Francis also pushed up his glasses and glanced at the crowd with sharp eyes.
Where is that? Louis, the chamberlain, brought in refreshments for Seong-jin, and as expected, he quietly took a seat behind Seong-hwang!
‘what? These people are somehow… … .’
Somehow I felt like I knew what they wanted.
Seongjin, who had been observing the success for a moment, quietly unwrapped the salmon lunch box and spread it out on the desk in a silence that felt strangely heated.
“… … .”
It was a very burdensome atmosphere with four people, including Seongjin, watching.
Seonghwang paused for a moment, but fortunately, he just sighed softly and didn’t seem to care much. He carefully moved the dishes alone and soon emptied the slightly cooled steamed dish cleanly.
“The chef seems to have good skills.”
When the evaluation of the taste finally came out of his mouth, the people surrounding Seonghwang let out the breath they had been holding.
“Ah, Lord… … .”
Director Katrina placed her hand on her chest as if she was very moved.
“As we live, days like this sometimes come. “This is by far the first time I have seen His Majesty eat something properly in the imperial palace since I secretly brought him walnuts from the warehouse when he was younger than Prince Mores.”
Seongjin blinked.
“… walnut?”
“yes. At that time, His Majesty was wary of all food. “So you don’t know how hard I worked to get you to eat anything.”
As if recalling a long memory, there was a warm warmth in Katrina’s eyes.
Now that I think about it, she said she had been by my father’s side and assisted him since he was young.
“I searched for all the food available in the imperial capital. In the end, I even brought him some walnuts and told him that it would be safe if he cracked them himself and ate them, but he barely held out his hand. From that day on, it became a small pleasure of mine to occasionally bring walnuts to the imperial palace.”
“uh… … .”
wait for a sec. I heard that my father had a strange habit of cracking walnuts with his beloved sword when he was young, and now I see that it was a habit that this person created!
“… Katrina.”
When Seonghwang shakily stopped him, the leader finally came to his senses and straightened his posture.
“this! You were so happy that you were talking nonsense. Then I will leave. your majesty. Prince Mores.”
Quickly.
Director Katrina retreated with a very restrained step. However, from the back, Seongjin couldn’t help but laugh because he seemed strangely excited, unlike usual.
“Then you two, please talk.”
When Louis, who lowered his head and tried to hide the tearing corners of his mouth, retreated, Seongjin looked at Seonghwang with meaningful eyes.
No, father. I wonder why everyone reacts this way because I have had great eating habits since I was a child. yes?
“… “It’s all a misunderstanding, Mores.”
“yes? “I didn’t say anything?”
“… … .”
* * *
The richness brought by the salmon continued to the lunch at Jinju Palace. This is thanks to the chef’s skill with rare ingredients for the first time in a long time.
“I can’t believe that a salmon dish can be this bland…” … .”
“It’s because there is no need for strong salting, Sisley. “This is all thanks to the low-temperature carriage introduced by Mores.”
“okay? “Cryogenic carriages are truly amazing!”
Thanks to this, the lunch meeting, which had recently shown signs of slowing down, was actively resumed.
Sister Amelia and Sisley were there, as well as Logan, who had been busy with various tasks recently. Even the twins Herna and Kadesh, who don’t come to the imperial palace often!
“What about you guys? “Do you think salmon would suit your taste?”
When I asked with a proud heart, the twins looked at Seongjin with a somewhat puzzled face. He had a very dissatisfied expression.
“why? “Is the cooking bad?”
Aren’t these guys who are usually so excited that it seems excessive? But today he spoke little and seemed particularly lethargic.
While Seongjin was wondering, the twins stared at him with strange eyes and then sighed deeply.
“Do you think cooking is the problem now?”
“okay. “That kind of thing is probably fine.”
So what’s the problem?
“I already knew that Mores had a bad temper, but… … .”
“I knew well that when I got angry, I would run wild without seeing anything, but… … .”
… huh?
“Please change your tendency to rush at anything without hesitation.”
“Do you know how hard it is for people around you to stop you?”
“You usually consider cause and effect so thoroughly.”
“When you’re really angry, you’re saying it’s cause and effect and it’s useless?”
Seongjin was very embarrassed.
“what? You rush at me without hesitation, when did I do that? … .”
But the twins didn’t even pretend to hear the protest, just shaking their heads and mumbling amongst themselves.
“You almost ruined everything because of Mores, right?”
“When I think about all the hard work I had to do to dry it, my back still hurts.”
“I will never go to that kid again. never!”
“that’s right. “What if something like that happens again?”
“… … .”
Seongjin was speechless.
I don’t understand the meaning, so it feels very unfair, but it doesn’t seem like the twins are making a completely groundless complaint.
‘What on earth?’
Is it because of my mood?
Somehow, the day after I drank too much, I felt like a drunkard who had forgotten everything.
fantasy,
