Predestined Onus

Ingrid’s stomach grumbled in front of the sandwich Rohit held for her. “I’ve never had this before, but it smells delicious!” She gratefully accepted it and sniffed the exotic aroma emanating from the sandwich, while unwrapping it. It was a cluster of rich scents she recognized to originally hail from a country within the Erobean continent, but acclimated to the standards of the Independent Union.

“Thanks,” she continued, but noticed Rohit’s frowning expression. “What’s wrong?”

He opened his mouth and was about to speak, but the words didn’t form until he cleared his throat. “Uh… it might have garlic…” he finally spoke.

Ingrid tilted her head to the side, as he continued to explain the dilemma.

“It didn’t dawn on me at first, but I don’t think you should eat that…” His voice trailed off, suddenly sounding disappointed in himself.