That sounded more like a command than a request, but Zouichi broke off a piece of the 'cookie', anyway, giving it a taste.

Hmm. Sweet, but not too sweet. The strawberries didn't overpower the taste of the dough, but rather worked in conjunction with it, creating an interesting contrast with the mild, flaky taste of the outer layers. If it had been made with too much fruit, the pastry would have been heavier. Too much dough and it would have been monotonous and dry.

"It's quite good," he said thoughtfully. "Perhaps I should ask you to show me more dishes in the future."