Visiting The Learning Grounds

[Pennyfield]

"Never Discuss Business On An Empty Stomach"

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When everyone was seated Jill gestured the conference room staff and when they approached she turned to her guests.

"Mr. Aalto, I thank you and your associates for your visit to the academy. I took the privilege of having some food and drinks prepared for I know important talks should never be done on an empty stomach. You had a long trip and I had a long day so please..."

*she gestures in an inviting manner*

"...let us get better acquainted by sharing a meal together. I for one am keen on getting to know your background and should your schedule permit, I would suggest we take a tour of the facility afterwards."

As the staff placed the food on the table Jill turned to Mr Aalto. There was something special about him which she couldn't yet figure out. Despite his age his eyes sparkled with youth and power but not in a threatening manner at all. When she looked at him all she could saw was trust and strength. She was intrigued and then remembered her role as a host as she addressed her guests...

"My friends, please enjoy the food and drinks we have prepared for you and let me introduce the staff who are serving us today..."

Jill gestured to the staff to introduce them.

"On the left is Mr. Shamas Shepard, a 3rd year Psychology student, and on the right is Mylee Kline our cafeteria manager. Our chef this evening is Shyla Mcnally and I've been told that she knows how to prepare a great Karelian Pasty. Shyla told me you and your associates might appreciate this so as I have never tasted it myself I for one, am keen to try this dish."

She hoped her chef did not make a mistake with the dish as the old Sol archives can at times be mistaken and misinterpretation can even lead to, well, bad relations or so to speak.

But then she looked at Mr. Aalto again and all she could see was trust. And with that she took her first bite and remembered how famished she was after a long day.

Let's hope our guests enjoy their stay and wow, this pasty tastes amazing!