The small cottage was white with two, shuttered windows. It was in the unique shape of a circle and was built of plaster. Smoke billowed from the chimney.
Cottage, Countryside
the man
dinner guests
I was invited for an evening meal. I will eat that, and then I will go home. That's what a dinner guest is!
What a lovely place you have here! Yes, let us eat and discuss how you aquired such a beauty? It was passed down through my family for longer than any of us can remember, after the passing of my parents, it was left to me. One day, I will pass it to my son What did your family do? I come from a long line of humble traders. It's actually how I came across my rather wonderful outfit! This hat is a particular favourite of mine Very unique hat indeed. What a name you have made for yourself! Do you have any family, a wife or kids? Sadly my wife passed a couple of winters back. I have a handsome son who spends more time travelling than home I am so sorry for your loss. How did she pass if you do not mind me asking? It felt like just a simple cough, but I guess the winter was too harsh and the recovery too late. She was gone before anyone knew what to do How horrible that is! How have you coped?  The sadness will always sit just below the surface, waiting for a chance to rear it's unpleasant face, but anyway, this is hardly dinner party conversation. Our first course is arriving! Of course, sorry to pry. What are we having? It smells stunning. We shall start with smoked salmon and dainty quails eggs, served on bread fresh from the fire. And we shall pair it with wine!