So... what I'm hearing is that you have good taste.

( there's a bit of a grin accompanying the words, but it's true! he's definitely not against stronger flavours himself — spicy in particular is a favourite, but anything made well is worth trying, and he has confidence in his skills on that front. in any case, that's pretty helpful, and he looks more than pleased with the answer. )

I'll keep it in mind. Don't worry too much about the trouble either, 'kay? It makes me feel better if I can to pay you back somehow for everything, even if it isn't much.

( seriously! this is phase one in a multi-step plan to somehow return meng yao's kindness, he just... needs to figure out what the other steps might be, is all. and on that note: )

If you think of anything else I can help with though, you can always let me know.