Chapter 63: Her Favorite Food
"Sawyer, what are you waiting for? Hurry...hurry, try it while it’s warm," Abigail urged him, eager to see his reaction.
The first time she cooked for him, she saw him enjoy her homemade spaghetti, and he praised her cooking. Now, it is the second time, and she hoped he would like this simple noodle soup, one of her favorites.
Sawyer felt conflicted about trying the spicy noodle soup. However, his hesitation slowly faded when he saw the excitement in Abigail’s eyes as she looked at him.
Even though he knew he would struggle with the spiciness, he remained calm while holding the spoon and fork. He took a small taste of the soup, and the warm, savory, slightly spicy flavor instantly delighted him. His eyes widened in surprise as he looked at her.
’Huh!? I can smell the strong aroma of chilies. Still, how could it not be as spicy as I thought? Even after she added a few fresh chilies!’ he wondered while eating the white noodles and beef.
The taste was light and delicious. Sawyer took a few more spoons before pausing to sip on the glass of water Abigail had just placed before him.
"This is very delicious, Abby! What kind of noodles did you use? I think I’ve seen it once, but I forgot its name. And what’s the name of this dish?" Sawyer asked, genuinely curious. He loved noodles, especially Japanese styles, but he had never eaten anything like this. He has seen it once in a magazine.
The noodle dish felt light and refreshing, perfect for the chilly weather outside. Although there were sliced chilies, they didn’t overpower the dish; instead, they provided a comforting warmth.
"It’s Pho rice noodles, this dish from Vietnam, but what you eat now is the instant version. If we have more time and fresh ingredients, I can cook you the real one. And it will be even more delicious than this. Or we can eat it in a Vietnamese restaurant. I know a good one in town," Abigail explained.