Let's not discuss whether it was coincidental that the somewhat mysterious Elf, Anfa, showed up in Twin Trees Town; Mr. Silver Workshop being there wasn't strange at all.
"Here, a specialty, Twin Trees bread, it only tastes genuinely delicious when eaten hot and fresh right here."
Mr. Silver Workshop looked quite younger lately, aside from his white hair, his face, originally with a few wrinkles and spots, had become more relaxed and smooth.
He looked at Ian, his whole being radiating the kindly glow of an elder looking at a younger family member, and invited the boy to sit down in a gentle manner, personally bringing over a plate of bread, "I was planning on having dinner here, reading some books, and newspapers, never thought I'd run into you—if you don't mind, have some to fill your stomach first."
"Uh, I actually haven't eaten..."
