The Tinker and The Flame

[Thyrzul]

Sadly I am past the negotiations with the Professor, but even despite this I do not seek violence or retribution, just safety for Roussillon. I'm sorry for derailing the conversation to this extent et I'm really grateful of your support. - It was apparent on his genuine facial expressions that he was honest while thanking. - Et of course I agree to discussing security measures prior to advancing with other matters if you feel so. Although, do you mind having a coffee before returning to the conference room?
Not at all, General. - came the response. - May I offer you some of the fine Sunbucks products?
Oui. I've heard of them, but I had not the fortune to try out their coffee yet.
You'll like the taste, I'm sure. And it also goes well with the Apfelstrudel. - Tukker smiled and signaled to the waiter to bring the energizing beverage and the dessert.
Oh, that too, I almost forgot. - It didn't take long for the fresh dessert and the steaming coffee to arrive, nor to cool down to enjoyable temperature. The taste of the coffee was indeed remarkable and the soft but dense apple cream under the crispy crust of the Rheinlander pastry was also quite delicious. During those five to ten minutes of consumption Tukker entertained LaFlamme with the brief history of both the Sunbucks coffee and the Apfelstrudel, after which they returned to Conference room 0-8-15 to continue the meeting.

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