At this moment, the newly appointed dining eunuch, Little Yuan, who originally replaced Eunuch Qin, who failed to remove the fishbone cleanly, hadn't held his position for long and was eager to stand out. He couldn't help but say, "This servant went to the Imperial Kitchen today and smelled something particularly fragrant from the large kitchen. Upon checking, found out National Lady made some fresh dishes today. This servant tasted it, and it was truly delicious."
"The brine is still there. After National Lady left, this servant saw several chefs put chicken and duck in to cook. By now, they should be about done."
"If Your Majesty doesn't have an appetite, this servant will go—"
Before he could finish speaking, Eunuch Xu interrupted, "Do not speak nonsense. How could Your Majesty eat food from the large kitchen?"
The Emperor waved his hand, indicating Eunuch Xu should stop talking, "What are these fresh dishes? Could they be something I haven't tasted before?"
