Emcee gladly joins him at the table, uncovering this plate and that, passing over utensils and cloth napkins to Sinric as he settles down. Everything looks and smells wonderful. He tears a warm, slightly sweet bread roll in half and slathers it with orange marmalade; the scrambled eggs are cooked perfectly; the sharp, nutty cheeses go well with the smoked sausages. It's an easy meal to tuck into.

"Would you like to taste anything of mine?" he offers, popping a piece of cheese into his mouth.