Two quests had triggered at once.
Lynn could already clearly sense how unsettling this visit was.
But without a second thought, he stepped forward with a smile, set down his medical kit, sat in the chair that seemed to have been reserved for him, and picked up his knife and fork.
"Thank you. As a doctor, I'm truly flattered to receive such a warm welcome."
"How is Miss Alice doing now? Could you take me to see her?"
The Male Host smiled warmly. "There's no hurry. My dear daughter is sleeping. She tires easily, and we generally don't disturb her while she's asleep. Doctor, please have something to eat first, rest a little, and relax."
With that,
he beckoned.
A servant with a stiff expression pushed a serving cart up to Lynn.
The servant set a plate before him, covered with a silver lid. A rich, meaty aroma wafted toward him.
The Female Host beamed. "Please help yourself, our honored doctor. Try the delicacy our chef prepared especially for you."
Lynn reached out.
He lifted the lid.
An intoxicatingly rich aroma immediately washed over him.
On the plate lay a perfectly cooked organ, meticulously arranged and drizzled with a rich sauce. The sight alone whetted the appetite.
A description instantly appeared before Lynn's eyes.
[Bai Yi's kidney]: A fresh kidney, just gouged out, cooked medium-well. Skillfully prepared, mouthwatering, and exceptionally delicious.
Across from him, Bai Yi excitedly slapped the table, drooling with an almost sickly eagerness.
Lynn: "..."
Lynn looked troubled. "It looks delicious, but I'm not really fond of eating organs..."
Instantly,
the smiles froze on the faces of the three people who had been so welcoming a moment before.
The candles around them flickered wildly, and the light throughout the hall began to waver.
"You-don't like-eating