One day, Hercule thought.
　I want to eat curry.

　Curry is a dish seasoned with various kinds of spices.

　Some people may think that Indians eat curry every day. ......
　This is half right and half wrong.

　First of all, curry as Japanese people imagine it is different from Indian curry.
　First of all, curry as Japanese people imagine it is different from Indian curry.

　Then, what is Indian curry?
　The name "curry" does not exist in India in the first place.

　There is no such thing as Indian curry.

　What we recognize as Indian curry is a stew made with Indian spices, each of which has its own name.

　Spices in India are like miso and soy sauce in Japan.
　Therefore, there are almost no dishes that do not use spices, and most Indian dishes are called "curry".

　Therefore, Indians always eat curry.
　This perception is half correct and half wrong.






　Now, the question is how to eat curry.
　Unfortunately, the man in Hercule's previous life had made curry using curry roux from House Vermont Curry, but he had never made curry powder from spices. (There are probably fewer people who have ever made curry.

　Now, ......
　What to do: ......

　Then Hercule had an idea.
　That's right, why don't you bring the whole cook with you?

　Hercule's world is basically completely different from the world of his previous life, although the terrain is similar.
　In the previous world, there were no demons, spirits, magic, sorcery, elves, or warbeasts.

　However, this world has almost the same plants and animals as the previous world.
　The same is true for spices.

　And spices come from warm tropical regions.
　In other words, ......

　Even if there is no India, there are definitely places that look like India. Then there must be curry.

　Hercule thought.

　Better hurry up.
　Hercule immediately ordered the merchant to bring a cook from the spice producing area.
　And ......

　"Chef. This is our new cook, Mr. Kunala from Sindhira.
　Please take care of him.　
　"This is very kind of you, ......, is it ......?

　The chef, who hadn't been told about it at all, looked puzzled at the sudden appearance of Mr. Kunala.

　You may have an image of Indians wearing turbans and riding elephants, but Mr. Kunala is neither wearing a turban nor can he ride an elephant.

　His only skill is to cook.
　Curry, that's all.

　"No, you see. I wanted to try Sindhira's food. I thought better of it, so I brought in a real chef. Just so you know, I'm not forcing you, okay?　You know?
　I'll do my best!

　Kunala made a gutsy pose while using her slurred Lemurian.
　By the way, Kunala was originally a person of rather high rank, but she was caught up in a war and was mistaken for a slave class and sold as a slave.

　I'm a freeman now because I was purchased by Hercule, converted to Messianism, and then freed.

　Your Majesty ...... has pride as the head chef of the Lemuria Palace. And you're worried about poisoning. I can't let someone who doesn't know where he comes from into the kitchen. ...... Can I first see your cooking skills before I make a decision?

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　The chef's comment was nothing but disrespect to Hercule, and it was inevitable that he would be dealt with.

　Nevertheless, Hercule is a rather generous person, and I can understand the chef's feelings.

　"Okay, okay. I mean, I want to eat curry soon too. Kunala, make me a curry as soon as you can.
　Hi!






　Is curry good?
　I don't know.　I've never had it before. I don't know. I've never tasted anything like it.
　Are you sure?　I'm looking forward to it!

　Karolina smiled happily.
　Carolina is more of a foodie than a foodie, so when Hercule asked her if she wanted to try Sindhira's food, she immediately came. I'm looking forward to it.

　I'm looking forward to it. I've never had Sindhira food before.

　"I've never had Sindhira before.

　I have had it in the past. I've had it before.

　Christos.

　I've eaten it in the past," said Christos. "It's made with a lot of spices. ...... Well, as a bishop, I don't recommend extravagance.

　But after all that, Lucanos came to the table.

　And ......

　"Hmm!　If it tastes bad, you're out of luck!



　The Chef de Cuisine, who was specially allowed to be present.
　Including Hercule, there were six judges.

　After a while, a delicious and appetizing smell of spices drifted into the air.
　Hercule's mouth began to fill with spit.

　I'm sorry.

　Knara emerges from the kitchen.
　Following Knara's instructions, the maids put the food on the table.

　"'Ooohhhh!

　Carolina and the others marveled at the new colors and smells of the food.

　The curry was blackish brown.
　There were several large pieces of meat inside.

　It was accompanied by a large naan.

　"What is this meat?
　"It's mutton!

　What is mutton?
　Hercule wondered what mutton was, but he didn't care, as long as it was good.

　You didn't say your prayers.

　Even so, Hercule was a devout messianist.
　He never misses a prayer before a meal.

　Thank you for your blessings!　God!

　After the prayer, Hercule immediately reaches for the naan.

　He holds it with his left hand and tears it with his right.

　Carolina and the others also tore off the naan in the same way they usually eat bread.

　As she watched them, Kunala thought to herself, "Why are they so impure?

　Why are they touching the naan with their unclean hands?
　But I don't dare to say anything about it.

　Kunala understands that it is a cultural difference.

　While the Sindhilians are in culture shock, Hercule uses the naan to scoop up the curry and puts it in his mouth.

　Yes, it's good. Excellent.

　A pungent aroma of spices wafted through his nose.
　A good amount of spiciness spreading in the mouth.
　I don't know what it is, but the meat ...... is probably tender and melts in your mouth.

　It blends well with the slightly sweet naan.

　Excellent ......
　But ......

　I like it a little spicier, don't you?
　"I don't think so. I think it's too spicy to eat.
　Well, it's certainly better than too spicy. I understand your concern. Please make it a little spicier next time.
　I understand!

　Next time.
　That means Hercule has recognized your taste.
　Nothing makes a chef happier than that.

　"Well, it's passable, but far from perfect. One star. Try to get three stars.
　"I'll do it!

　Hercule assessed and then asked Carolina and the others.

　What do you think, Carolina?
　It's delicious. The naan neutralizes the spiciness, so you can eat it. The naan neutralizes the spiciness, but you can still eat it. ...... I prefer it a little less spicy, though.
　Well, that depends on the person.

　There is no right answer in cooking.
　There is no right answer to cooking, because each person has his or her own taste.

　Would you like another?
　Me, too, please.
　I'll have another." "How ...... sinful to use so much ...... spice. I'll have a refill.

　Before they knew it, Galfis, Christos and Loukanos had finished their meals and were asking for more.
　All three of them are among the richest people in Lemuria, but they rarely eat dishes with such a large amount of spices.

　It is thanks to Hercule's wealth that they are able to make curry.
　That's why all three of us are asking for a second helping, to eat while we can.

　It was Hercule's wallet that would be hurt anyway.

　What do you think, Chef?
　I'll have a refill too.

　The chef falls easily.

　Thus, Kunala's employment was confirmed.


　An aside

　"Hey, Mr. Kunala. Can you ride an elephant?
　I can't.
　Can you wear a turban?
　I can't do it.
　You don't do yoga?
　I can't do it.
　You know, like hammering nails into your body?


　"I hate it when it's tight.
　"That's funny, because the Sindhilas I know ride elephants, play with tigers, practice yoga while wearing turbans, and eat curry every day.
　Iloilo, you're too mazari!