[ Even if Matsui had infused any emotion outside of curiosity in the question, it would have went straight over Zhongli's head or perhaps he would have purposefully ignored it. The world may never know. ]

I simply have a very good memory. And knowing a little bit of everything was very useful in my occupation as a consultant.

[ And in bothering chefs about where to source their ingredients. ]

Though regarding the people's ails, perhaps a familiar dish might be soothing to those that are unfrozen from their current predicament.