Chapter 68

Chapter 68 - In Need of Vinegar

Satisfied with the gathering in the mountains.

Sui also seems content, wondering if someday she'll be happy to be taken to the mountains.

I realized once again how important seasonings are in daily life.

When I was in the capital, salt was readily available, so I understood the significance of salt.

As long as I have pepper, I should be fine.

Since I have rice, I wonder if I should make vinegar from it.

Vinegar is available in the capital and can be found in town; it's a familiar item.

I know it's made through fermentation, but it seems like more of a craftsman's job.

I want vinegar, but the hurdle is high.

I don't think it would turn out sweet if an amateur tried making it for the first time.

"Master, what are you thinking? You've eaten, so are you going to work?"

"I've been thinking a bit. Do you know what vinegar is?"

"Vinegar? No, I don't. What is it? I've never heard of that word before."

"Mofurun has been living in this remote place and doesn't know human food. Vinegar is a very sour liquid that goes well with vegetables. It's used on rice too and serves as a seasoning."

"In that case, I'd like to help you make it. I enjoy eating, you see. If you need it for cooking, I'd be happy to assist!"

Mofurun, who doesn't know anything about the wild or human towns, seems interested in vinegar.

I want it too, but what should I do?

I remember seeing it being made from rice.

It's put in a jar and fermented for a long time.

In the future, I'd like to try making vinegar and sake.

There are challenges in reality, but things like pepper seem like they could sell well.

"Mofurun, let's put vinegar aside for now. We have plenty of pepper. I'd like to sell this in town. Will you help me with that?"

"In town? Of course. If you carry me on your back, we can get to the nearest town quickly."

"I'd appreciate that."

"Sure."

We have a lot of pepper, and I want to sell it in town.

"Franz, I guess I'll be staying here again. If I have time, I'll get some meat for you."

"That would be a big help. And please, take care of staying here. I'll be back soon."

"Alright."

Sui requested meat, so it was decided that Mofurun and I would go to town.

Since coming to this remote area, I haven't left this land.

It's quite deep into the wilderness, so while no one knows about it, we can gather high-quality pepper.

I heard that pepper is hard to cultivate, so let's sell it at a high price!