Shi Mian ended up staying in Gracetown longer than anywhere else he'd ever been. He'd say it was because the …
Shi Mian ended up staying in Gracetown longer than anywhere else he'd ever been.
He'd say it was because the Plainfield was close by and the wheat here was especially fragrant, perfect for making great noodles.
He'd say it was because Kaifeng wasn't far, and there were plenty of skilled cooks there to learn from.
But what he never said was that every day, when he set up his stall by the theater stage, she would set up hers right next to his. Sometimes they'd chat a little, sometimes just share a smile. That's the real reason he stayed.
Noodles might not have feelings, but the people who make them always do.