"Is that so?"

"I think I understand. There are so many beautiful things in the world, perhaps it would be cruel to pick only one above all else, discounting the others."

Anthy places a teacup in front of you with her slight smile. The rich, smokey aroma is alluring.

There was none of the bitterness of black tea you had been expecting. The taste is smooth and lingers after each sip.

Have another cup?