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You give Ming a nod. There really wasn't much else you could do and they were right. This was probably the best deal you were going to get for the bandits that didn't involve death or dismemberment. "Alright. Tell him we agree with his solution." You say. Ming quickly relays your words to your host. You think for a moment and add, "It's a bit off topic but I'd rather not end this on such a sour note. Can you ask him what's a popular food here?" Your friends give you a look that's a mixture of confusion and realization that it's just you being you. "I think Renshu would like trying it out..." You mumble sheepishly. The man before you seems to be thrown off by the sudden change in topic when Ming translates for you.
"Well..." He begins as ponders for a moment. "We have a dish named Korhog. It's fairly simple to make. I would think it's fairly unique. You start by heating smooth stones until they are impossible to hold. Then you carefully place them inside a metal container and layer meat atop of it. After that, you put more rocks atop the mean and add vegetables such as onions, potatoes, carrots. Then you alternate between rock, meat, and vegetables laying the rocks between the ingredients. Then you add a bit of water to create steam before finally placing the container atop the flames once more. The rocks and water help cook the food evenly while giving it a unique flavor. There are some in other clans that claim the flavor changes depending on the type of stone used but perhaps they are being facetious. Nonetheless, it's quite a simple dish to make and a favorite among the elderly and children."
"Cooking with rocks? Stripes would have a field day with that. Don't tell him about the different flavors either. Otherwise, he's going to have me running around looking for the best ones." Xin Lan says with a smirk before they go quiet and distant for a moment. You gently ruffle their ears.
"Thank you for taking the time to educate us. Although we met under less than happy circumstances, I'm glad to know that there are welcoming people in this country." You say gratefully. "Even if we don't meet again, we'll carry what you've taught us for the rest of our days."
"Your group is a strange one I cannot deny but I too will remember this day. Whatever reasons led you to our lands, I hope that your travels are safe and your roads lead you back home in one piece." Your host says and you all rise to exit the building.
