Fang Han picked up his chopsticks and started with a piece of braised beef.
The beef was rich with flavor, tender yet firm, and perfectly salted.
He chewed slowly, savoring the flavor as the food melted in his mouth, a sense of satisfaction welling up inside him.
Next was the braised pork knuckle, stewed until it was fall-apart tender, rich but not greasy, melting in his mouth.
The steamed sea bass was fresh and sweet, its flavor enhanced by just a touch of soy sauce, making it exquisite.
He ate at a steady pace, savoring every single bite.
He paired the rice with the dishes, eating one mouthful after another, as if trying to replenish all the fats and calories he had missed over the past five days.
The warm wine slid down his throat, bringing a wave of warmth that dispelled the chill he'd picked up from sleeping in the mountain forest.
As he was eating, the conversation from a nearby table of customers faintly drifted over.
