As soon as the jar was opened, a rich osmanthus fragrance wafted through the air.
It was intense but not overwhelming, sweet with a refreshing floral scent, a smell they had never encountered in their lives.
Chef Marchello and Raphael eagerly dripped a few drops on their spoons, ready to taste it, when they suddenly noticed Nagishiro Sho standing still beside them.
Turning to look, they saw his calm expression, as if he already knew the scent of osmanthus.
"Does Sakura Country have this as well?"
"Yes," Nagishiro Sho nodded, "Although osmanthus originated in Great Xia, over time it has spread to nearby countries, which is quite normal."
"...Then why not in your shop?"
Nagishiro Sho shrugged, "It's been so long since I've encountered it, I forgot."
He truly forgot.
Although Sakura Country grows osmanthus, it is not the native land, so the quantity is limited, mostly used as ornamental plants, rarely used in cooking.
