Title: Multi Cultural
Author: Karina
Rating: PG
Pairing: Wu Fei + The Elder
Notes: Challenge 202. Baby Series 4 #63. Takes place at approximately the same time as The Power of Nature.
Spoilers: None
Warnings:
Many thanks to ShenLong Deb for her work betaing this set of fics.
Disclaimer: I don't own Gundam Wing or the Characters from the series but the baby is mine.
Title: Multi Cultural
The young man with classic Mediterranean features offered a formal bow that had the Elder almost impressed. The degree was perhaps not as deep as it should have been, given his rank or that of The Chang, but it demonstrated, at least, that there was a modicum of courteous manners to be found in the city. He would not admit to his surprise though, should someone comment.
The Chang had escorted them into New Port City for a continuation of the familiarisation tour that would continue for much of the week. It was approaching the lunch hour and Wu Fei had brought his tour group consisting of twenty five individuals, to a quiet street and to a medium sized cafe. He could not call the establishment a restaurant from what he had seen, it appeared to be far too informally laid out, and the menu displayed on the chalkboard was hardly suggestive of a quality restaurant.
As he seated himself to the right hand of The Chang he glanced around the cafe. They were seated in what gave the appearance of a glass conservatory, which was surprisingly warm in this frigid city. He could only hope Sanc would warm up as the season progressed, because his old bones hardly appreciated its 'early' spring.
The man who greeted them was not the only attendant and he found himself watching two young women, one the quintessential Nordic blonde and the Asian, of Japanese descent, he thought. Looking a second time at the menu boards he was more attentive, picking out options from at least five widely spaced nations of the Earth and he gained an inkling as to why The Chang had brought them here.
"I see you have added to your selection of tea, Marcus."
The man repeated that bow, smiling, dark eyes almost shining. "Yes, Mr. Chang. After our discussion last week I found a new appreciation for the subtleties to be found amidst tea. Our menu has undergone a few subtle changes which, I am hopeful, will meet with your discerning palate's approval. If you find one you particularly approve of, I would appreciate some feedback, sir. I understand His Majesty is something of a tea aficionado, and variety is the spice of life."
"I shall endeavour to chose a selection he might appreciate."
Wu Fei noted the Elder's interest and inclined his head slightly. "This is one of the quieter multi cultural establishments where the food is, to put it plainly, exceptional. Milliardo and I have frequented the establishment when he can manage a little down time. I do not think you will be disappointed with the menu."
End
Karina Robertson 2012