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Smell of Blood
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Ayla POV
I was led to one of the kitchens not far away and soon the lesson began. I didn't find it very difficult, especially as it was a matter of following the instructions. The teacher even complimented me, saying that I had a talent for cooking, but I found it simple because there was a recipe and all I had to do was follow it.
Of course, according to her, it's also a question of feeling, but I don't think I've reached that point yet, because it's very easy for me to follow instructions, as I've been doing it for most of my life.
In the end, there's a breakfast prepared, and I'm happy that I managed to make everything, starter, main course and a dessert. It's nothing very sophisticated, but I'm certainly very happy with the result.
Then they showed me h
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