Taiwan Travelogue — CHAPTER VII

1. 1. Aoyama-san discovered an unknown flower in the cottage garden, which Chi-chan identified as wild ginseng.
2. 2. Aoyama-san prepared a Yanagawa pot, a hotpot dish with dojo loaches, as a nostalgic meal.
3. 3. Aoyama-san reflected on Chi-chan's enigmatic erudition and wide-ranging knowledge despite her background.
4. 4. Chi-chan explained her desire to become a novel translator stemmed from her love of reading and sharing new worlds.
5. 5. Aoyama-san proposed that Chi-chan consider moving to Kyushu, subtly using discussions about food and cultural identity.
6. 6. Aoyama-san challenged Chi-chan's perception of their relationship, insisting they were friends and equals.
7. 7. Chi-chan showcased the unique and diverse culinary interpretations of curry found in Taiwan.
8. 8. Chi-chan subtly rejected Aoyama-san's invitation to Kyushu, stating her contentment with Taiwan and her impending marriage.
9. 9. Chi-chan compared herself to 'fake ginseng,' reflecting on how society perceives her identity.