Duck is a very good offering, so I understand. It was a favorite of my former master, so I prepared it not infrequently. It is also a delightful bird to cook with, as so many of its parts are quite savory in other applications as well.

[ After saying it, he seems to realize something, and with a laugh, he ducks his head in apology. ]

Oh, and do pardon me for interrupting your studies, by the way. I admit, I am getting a bit ahead of myself! But, my, there is much already that I would very much like to try and make.