章 3: Chapter 3: The Angler's Choice (rewrite)
The Unspoken Secrets
Morgan's face flushed slightly as she pondered the strange voices she had heard. The mystery of her younger sister and why Lott mentioned her was both intriguing and perplexing. She was filled with a mix of curiosity and frustration.
"Why does my father have a younger daughter that I've never known about? And why would my sister prevent me from becoming the queen of Camelot?" Morgan's mind raced with these questions. It didn't make sense that gender issues would affect her claim to the throne if her sister were involved. And how did Lott know about this secret?
Morgan's frustration was palpable. She wished she could demand answers from Lott directly, but the voices were merely his inner thoughts. It wasn't something she could confront him about openly.
Her thoughts were interrupted by a wave of fatigue. It seemed that further investigation into these matters would have to wait until she had more energy. For now, she resolved to put her curiosity aside and focus on the present moment.
A New Experience
Lott, meanwhile, was preoccupied with a more practical concern. After days of eating barbecue, he was looking forward to something different for dinner.
"What should we have for dinner tonight? I'm quite tired of barbecue," he mused.
His mind wandered to hot pot, a dish he thought might be a good change. Despite the lack of pepper in Britain during this era, Lott had his handy "The Angler" system to help. This special ability allowed him to fish out items from different eras, though its effectiveness was limited by the era's technology and the fishing rod's durability.
Lott had caught various items through this system—some useful, others less so. The technology of this era was primitive, making it difficult to utilize more advanced items, but he found the plug-in to be quite practical for his needs.
Dinner with Morgan and Merlin
In a cosy setting, Lott and Morgan were about to enjoy a hot pot meal. Morgan, lifting her veil, revealed a face that was both regal and charming. Lott thought to himself that she was beautiful, her demeanour both heroic and endearing.
"Try it; it won't harm you," Lott said gently to Morgan.
Morgan hesitated, her face showing signs of uncertainty. The unfamiliar dish and its ingredients made her nervous.
Merlin, having tried the hot pot, was already enjoying it despite it being his first time using chopsticks. "It's not bad," he said with a smile, savouring the flavour.
Morgan decided to follow their lead and took a bite. Her initial reaction was one of shock. "Ah, it's so spicy!" she exclaimed, the intense heat surprising her.
Merlin chuckled. "Some things are quite different from what Britons are used to. Spicy food might be a bit overwhelming for them."
Lott, noticing Morgan's discomfort, offered a sympathetic apology. "I'm sorry; if the hot pot is too spicy, you might prefer the clear broth."
Morgan nodded, relieved to have an alternative. She tried a piece of meat from the clear broth and found it much more palatable. "Good," she said with a smile, finding the taste delightful compared to her earlier experience.
The hot pot, with its seasonings from a future era, proved to be a culinary revelation for Morgan. The food was a significant improvement over the typical fare of her time, making it a pleasurable experience.
Despite her enjoyment, Morgan couldn't help but think about how her sister would have devoured the meal with great enthusiasm. She was more reserved, eating modestly and soon declaring she was full.
As the evening continued, Morgan's thoughts remained focused on the mysterious voices and the implications of Lott's words. The dinner was a pleasant distraction, but her mind was still occupied with questions about her sister and the future.
Merlin, observing the interactions between Morgan and Lott, found the situation intriguing. The dynamics were different from what he had anticipated, and it seemed that the future he had glimpsed was shifting in unexpected ways.
Merlin smiled to himself, amused by the twists in fate. "Interesting, really interesting. Perhaps the future I foresaw will indeed change," he thought.
Meanwhile, Lott continued to enjoy the evening, his thoughts turning to simpler matters like the next meal. His mind was filled with both practical concerns and the enjoyment of new experiences, unaware of the deeper mysteries surrounding his future bride.
As the night went on, the characters settled into their new roles, each grappling with their thoughts and the implications of their circumstances. The stage was set for further revelations and the unfolding of their intertwined destinies.
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