Jilted Heiress Strikes Back
Gale: “…”
The plate held a deep red stew, bubbling faintly. A few bright chili slices floated on top, along with crushed red pepper flakes, mystery herbs, and something that looked suspiciously like a scorched jalapeño. Wisps of steam curled upward, tinted green at the edges, carrying a strange, pungent smell.
Though everything in the bowl looked bizarre and questionably edible, Raina radiated complete confidence in her creation.
She nudged the bowl forward with both hands and beamed.