Artem "Sparks"/Rewards

Text: Sweet and Sour Pork

You: Mr. Wing, can you teach me how to make sweet and sour pork?

Artem: Why are you asking about that all of a sudden?

I want to learn to cook

You: I want to learn how to cook!

You: Can you teach me your best dish?

Artem: Of course. General Tso's Pork is easy to make.

I want to show off

You: I want to learn how to cook, so that I can show off to my friends!

Artem: Sure, General Tso's Port is easy to make.

Artem: I believe you'll be able to learn just by watching.

Can't control the temperature

You: It's that easy? I'm afraid I won't be able to control the temperature well.

Artem: Don't worry. It's not hard.

Artem: I will show you how to do it step-by-step.

Knife work is hard

You: But, I heard that it's hard to learn how to use a knife, so I never really tried...

Artem: Don't worry. You'll be fine with a little practice.

Artem: I will slowly demonstrate it for you to see.

What if it's bad...

You: Don't give up on me if it turns out bad...

Artem: Don't underestimate yourself.

Artem: I believe that you will do a great job if you put your mind to it

I will give it everything I've got

You: I'm ready to give my best!!

Artem: This isn't a mock exam. Take it easy.

Artem: I'm looking forward to trying it.

Get feedback

You: Then, you'll have to give me some feedback on the General Tso's Pork I make.

Artem: I will be serious with my feedback.

Practice more

You: Then... I guess I'll practice some more...

Artem: Relax...

Artem: I'm sure your cooking will taste amazing.

Text: Specialty Dish

You: I didn't expect you to be such a great cook.

Artem: I'm not. I only know bit about it here and there.

Artem: Where did that come from?

I miss your cooking

You: I've been thinking about your cooking ever since the company retreat.

Artem: If you like my cooking, I can cook for you again some other time.

Artem: I'll show you my best dishes.

I'm just curious

You: I'm just curious about who taught you to cook.

Artem: My mentor, Professor Neil Hume, taught me to cook.

Artem: After I moved out, I devoted more time to it so that I could eat healthily.

Artem: He also taught me my best dish. Are you... interested to try?

Is it Western?

You: Let me guess... Is it steak?

Artem: Close. It's General Tso's Pork, or better known as sweet-and-sour pork.

Is it Chinese?

You: You look like someone who likes Chinese food! Am I right?

Artem: I'm amazed. It's General Tso's Pork, or better known as sweet-and-sour pork.

Artem: I really enjoy it so I make it often. Over time, it became my best dish.

Artem: How about you? Do you like it?

Artem: I mean, sweet-and-sour dishes overall.

I like it sweet

You: Yeah, I like food that's a little sweet.

Artem: Good. I didn't expect our tastes to be so similar.

Artem: Then, this weekend...

I like it salty

You: Actually, I like food that's a little on the saltier side.

Artem: I can make most homely dishes. Pick whatever you like.

Artem: If you're free this weekend, why don't we...

Definitely

You: Wow, I get to have it this weekend?

You: Count me in! How's Saturday?

Artem: Saturday is good. I'll pick you up.

Artem: We can also go to the grocery store to pick up other things as well.

Artem: I'm happy to cook for you.

I need to overtime

You: Oh... but I have to work this weekend...

Artem: How about this? I'll prepare the dishes at home, then bring them over to the office.

Artem: You only ever order junk food when left to your own devices.

Artem: Don't be in such a hurry to refuse. We're partners. It's my responsibility to take care of you.