[ She can't drink yet though, since she offered to help Cloud make breakfast. It's fine, and it's not like the coffee is going to get cold quickly. This is fine! ]
And I don't mind. I don't own a piano, though. [ Midorima has one, and that's what she uses when she wants to practice. She'll get one of her own someday... ] Why did you ask, anyway?
[ Once most of everything's set up and finished, he'll let her go sit down and enjoy her coffee. Cloud's more doing this for her as part of his thanks for how much help she gave him last night. As she asks why he wanted to know about her piano playing skills, he flattens the bacon as best as possible and lets it sizzle. He'll have to drain the fat into the garbage when it's all said and done. For now? it'll do wonders for the eggs too. Letting it all sit for now (the kitchen's not gonna catch fire if he leaves it alone for a minute), he reluctantly looks back to Weiss. ]
It's...kinda embarrassing, but... [ Well. No better time than the present! What have you been up to here, Cloud? ] It feels like all I've been doing is training, fighting, and doing whatever the Moon Knights ask of us.
Guess I have a lot more time here than I did back home.
[ He's bored. And he...wants to know more about what she likes. ]
It's not embarrassing. [ But maybe it's because Weiss knows what it's like to loosen up after realising the same thing Cloud's saying now. ] Back in Remnant, the only thing we could do was fight. We didn't have time for having fun.
[ Well, they had fun every now and then, but the hours were certainly numbered. They barely had time for themselves. ]
That's why I joined the theatre. It's something I've never done before. It takes up a lot of time, but it's been a lot of fun, too. I don't think I'd be able to do something like this... at least, not yet. Not in a really long time.
[ She thinks she's done mixing now. No more lumps! ]
You can come visit me at the theatre, if you want. Maybe when there's no practice. I'll borrow a piano and play a few pieces.
[ As Weiss talks about what it was like in Remnant, he remembers he's gotta spray down the pan he plans on using for the little pancakes. Reaching up for the can, he gives a little hum as if to say "I see". He's listening! She's had a rough go of things, it seems like. And not just because of the memory he's seen of what Cinder did to her. ]
Sounds like this place was a blessing in disguise. [ H'okay! Pan sprayed. He'll let it slowly heat up as he walks over to Weiss to check out her mixing bowl. ] You're certainly a good fit with the troupe. Oh- that looks good.
[ In his opinion, anyway! That and there's no more lumps indeed. ]
Maybe I'll take you up on that, Weiss. [ Whenever he gets better at playing the piano himself...no. He's not ready yet. But maybe? Down the road? He'll try playing for her too. ] Thanks for the help. I can take care of the rest if you want.
[ This place being a blessing, she means. Okay, maybe a lot, but it's still an embarrassing place to be in... ]
Being in the theatre is nice. Here, anyway.
[ She doesn't have to worry about fighting or getting in trouble. The stress in the troupe is different though, but.. in a way? If Huntsmen and Huntresses didn't exist, this is probably where she would be. Besides running the Schnee Dust Company. ]
Are you sure? [ To Cloud doing the rest... she doesn't mind helping at all. She doesn't really want to be served, despite wanting to be spoiled. There's a fine line between the two. Sometimes, it's hard to tell which is which, but right now, she doesn't want to make him work while she relaxes. It's not fair. ] Can I help with anything else?
Hmm... [ She's really insistent on helping, huh. He hums a little, crossing his arms as if he had to give it some serious thought. Cloud didn't look at it as him serving her, especially after she helped him get things prepped at the start. The bacon pops a little in the pan, the grease starting to pool as it cooks. He should probably flip that soon. And maybe turn down the heat so it doesn't just start popping and exploding grease everywhere? ] If you insist...
[ He's not worried at all, if the slight tug of his lips into a faint smile is telling enough. ]
You wanna make the pancakes? [ That means taking a free burner and cooking beside him! ]
[ The batter can make about ten or so, but Weiss would probably only eat three or four. They'd be cookie sized, about 6-inches in diameter at best! If she's able to control it, anyway... ]
How many do you think you'll be eating? Big or small?
[ She won't make too much! But if Cloud's going to want bigger ones, then she would probably use up all the batter. ]
[ If Weiss creates big slabs of them, he won't object. Either way, the fate of their pancakes are in her hands! At least she can use the same measuring cup for pouring? ]
I'll try small ones too. Knowing me, I'll feel like letting off steam later with the moon out, so...
[ His voice trails as he speaks, flipping the bacon and turning down the heat as it finishes crisping up. There's a contemplative look on his face as he looks back to Weiss again, pensively as he reflects on what he was saying. It's true. While Weiss not only restored his Chroma, but also tamed his urges last night, that didn't mean the Sanguis moon wouldn't wane completely- such as with his desire to fight or train to let out his aggression.
But after the fight he just had with Raven, and the Chroma scare he put Weiss through... No. He's better than this damned moon. He changes his mind. ]
[ It's a little too early to give Cloud a judging look. The situation regarding Cloud's Chroma really did worry her, but she doesn't want to get mad at him again. Not when she's already apologised for yelling at him.
But he'd be able to see Weiss looking upset while puts the pan on the burner to preheat it. She doesn't even say anything about it, focusing on something else. ]
Cordis is soon... I should go buy some groceries before going home.
[ Having not as much food was part of his way of telling himself to stop. Fortunately, thanks to all of yesterday and the evening, Cloud was likely capable of restraining himself. It'd be hard, fighting the most aggressive of the moons, but he can't do it. He falls silent as Weiss steps up by his side, listening to her talk about Cordis. But he can see it in her eyes. Her feelings are written all over her face. ]
There's only a couple days left.
[ Of Sanguis, he means. He steps back, lifting the frying pan with bacon off the burner. He'll need to work quick and set up a plate with paper towel to catch some of the grease. ]
If it gets bad, I'm gonna fight it. [ He'll stay home. Once he has the plate set up, he picks out the bacon with tongs and sets them to rest. ]
[ Cloud's reached his quota of trouble, she thinks. Almost crystallising, encountering Raven... man, Weiss would be done for the month, if that happened to her.
These are things she doesn't say out loud. Again, she's yelled at him already, and to keep talking about what happened yesterday. . . Weiss may be salty and she may hold grudges, but Cloud apologised. Everything is fine now. (Even though she will continue to worry.) ]
[ Once Weiss thinks the pan is hot enough, she pours a little pancake mix so she can start cooking. At least pancakes don't take a while to cook. They'll be able to eat soon. ]
What do you think would happen if one day, you woke up and your moonblessing changed? What if you were suddenly an Iris?
[ Seeing Weiss start pouring in a little bit of pancake mix to create what would eventually be itty stacks, Cloud goes to snag some paper towel. He's no expert, or thinks to wash the pan or anything. Why should he? Just wipe it down and keep some of the bacon grease for the eggs. Sounds like it's cheating. He wipes it down, leaving some in the pan before turning the heat down so the eggs didn't burn upon immediately hitting it. ]
See, I've heard of that happening... [ Yosuke changed for some time, taking on Sanguis traits if he recalls... He hasn't undergone anything different beyond serpentine eyes when he was angry or over excited. ] If it's anything like Marie or Sun make it out to be, I'd be a lot more hug-prone.
[ ...and horny/touchy feely. Definitely a lot more of that. He blushes thinking about it, but keeps a straight face all the same as he starts cracking Weiss' eggs first. ]
[ She's not sure what he's trying to say with that, but it's amusing. Enough that it makes her laugh, and as per usual, she covers her mouth so she doesn't come off as boisterous. Her giggles are always so controlled, though. There's nothing she does that's boisterous or loud or... huge, in general. ]
So are you going to start hugging everyone, or does that mean you want people to hug you? [ A beat. A few bubbles appear on the pancake, so she flips it. (Still a little undercooked. It's not golden.) ] Either way, it's funny to think about.
[ He gently huffs when she starts giggling. Yeah. She heard him right. He said 'hug-prone'. Iris is the "cuddly moon" according to him, after all. Even if that's...putting it lightly. As the pair of eggs hit the pan, Cloud eyes them for a second before answering, reaching for the little salt & pepper shakers beside the stovetop. ]
Probably both. [ Cracks light seasoning over the eggs. ] When Sun went through his first cycle, he carried a sign for 'free hugs' with his tail and had another sign slapped on his back.
There's a lot I never thought I'd do before I got here.
[ But he doesn't sound like he's complaining. The whites are beginning to form, so he briefly ditches the eggs to go get the tiniest splash of water. She said...sunny, right? So no lid to cover it up. But at least this'll help the eggs cook without burning the bottoms. They should be done when the little bit of water evaporates, right?...he only knows this one because Marlene did it and he watched. ]
I gripe about Sanguis, but... I kind of like being a wolf.
[ Weiss has made one pancake by now, and she places it on a plate before she starts to make another small one. They're about four inches in diameter, so cookie sized! ]
Do you have fruits we can eat with the pancakes?
[ It's a question in passing because she does get back to what they were talking about previously. ]
Blueberries are in the fridge. Bananas and apples are in the corner.
[ On the counter. With all the junk that Panty brings into the house, he really had to ramp up the healthy stuff... ]
It's kinda hard to explain... I just, feel a connection with them. There's all these legends around them in my world too.
[ Wolf earrings, the wolf on his shoulder pauldron...and her doubts she'd know the meaning behind Fenrir or Sköll. ...would she? Maybe? There's also the wolf he once saw in his dreams and in his head. But that wasn't a bright spot in his life. ]
[ He'll start with a couple of vague tales to start with. ]
In ancient myths, there was said to be two wolves. One destined to devour the sun, and the other the moon at the end of the world. They're called Sköll and Hati. But the most popular one is Fenrir.
Long and inconsistent. [ But he's not going to just leave it at that. That wouldn't be fair. The water's evaporated almost completely beneath the eggs so he grabs a spatula so they don't stick and burn. Just about done. ] He's supposed to be the son of a pseudo-god and a giant.
[ Ah, disclaimer. ]
Doesn't make sense, I know. [ Thus, mythos! Especially when god talk comes into play. ] Anyway, the gods predicted the wolf would grow up to be a danger to the planet, so they kept him chained and isolated from the world.
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[ She can't drink yet though, since she offered to help Cloud make breakfast. It's fine, and it's not like the coffee is going to get cold quickly. This is fine!
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And I don't mind. I don't own a piano, though. [ Midorima has one, and that's what she uses when she wants to practice. She'll get one of her own someday... ] Why did you ask, anyway?
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[ Once most of everything's set up and finished, he'll let her go sit down and enjoy her coffee. Cloud's more doing this for her as part of his thanks for how much help she gave him last night. As she asks why he wanted to know about her piano playing skills, he flattens the bacon as best as possible and lets it sizzle. He'll have to drain the fat into the garbage when it's all said and done. For now? it'll do wonders for the eggs too. Letting it all sit for now (the kitchen's not gonna catch fire if he leaves it alone for a minute), he reluctantly looks back to Weiss. ]
It's...kinda embarrassing, but... [ Well. No better time than the present! What have you been up to here, Cloud? ] It feels like all I've been doing is training, fighting, and doing whatever the Moon Knights ask of us.
Guess I have a lot more time here than I did back home.
[ He's bored. And he...wants to know more about what she likes. ]
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[ Well, they had fun every now and then, but the hours were certainly numbered. They barely had time for themselves. ]
That's why I joined the theatre. It's something I've never done before. It takes up a lot of time, but it's been a lot of fun, too. I don't think I'd be able to do something like this... at least, not yet. Not in a really long time.
[ She thinks she's done mixing now. No more lumps! ]
You can come visit me at the theatre, if you want. Maybe when there's no practice. I'll borrow a piano and play a few pieces.
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Sounds like this place was a blessing in disguise. [ H'okay! Pan sprayed. He'll let it slowly heat up as he walks over to Weiss to check out her mixing bowl. ] You're certainly a good fit with the troupe. Oh- that looks good.
[ In his opinion, anyway! That and there's no more lumps indeed. ]
Maybe I'll take you up on that, Weiss. [ Whenever he gets better at playing the piano himself...no. He's not ready yet. But maybe? Down the road? He'll try playing for her too. ] Thanks for the help. I can take care of the rest if you want.
[ He won't make big floppy pancakes. Promise. ]
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[ This place being a blessing, she means. Okay, maybe a lot, but it's still an embarrassing place to be in... ]
Being in the theatre is nice. Here, anyway.
[ She doesn't have to worry about fighting or getting in trouble. The stress in the troupe is different though, but.. in a way? If Huntsmen and Huntresses didn't exist, this is probably where she would be. Besides running the Schnee Dust Company. ]
Are you sure? [ To Cloud doing the rest... she doesn't mind helping at all. She doesn't really want to be served, despite wanting to be spoiled. There's a fine line between the two. Sometimes, it's hard to tell which is which, but right now, she doesn't want to make him work while she relaxes. It's not fair. ] Can I help with anything else?
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[ He's not worried at all, if the slight tug of his lips into a faint smile is telling enough. ]
You wanna make the pancakes? [ That means taking a free burner and cooking beside him! ]
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[ The batter can make about ten or so, but Weiss would probably only eat three or four. They'd be cookie sized, about 6-inches in diameter at best! If she's able to control it, anyway... ]
How many do you think you'll be eating? Big or small?
[ She won't make too much! But if Cloud's going to want bigger ones, then she would probably use up all the batter. ]
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I'll try small ones too. Knowing me, I'll feel like letting off steam later with the moon out, so...
[ His voice trails as he speaks, flipping the bacon and turning down the heat as it finishes crisping up. There's a contemplative look on his face as he looks back to Weiss again, pensively as he reflects on what he was saying. It's true. While Weiss not only restored his Chroma, but also tamed his urges last night, that didn't mean the Sanguis moon wouldn't wane completely- such as with his desire to fight or train to let out his aggression.
But after the fight he just had with Raven, and the Chroma scare he put Weiss through... No. He's better than this damned moon. He changes his mind. ]
Actually, I'll just have a few.
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[ It's a little too early to give Cloud a judging look. The situation regarding Cloud's Chroma really did worry her, but she doesn't want to get mad at him again. Not when she's already apologised for yelling at him.
But he'd be able to see Weiss looking upset while puts the pan on the burner to preheat it. She doesn't even say anything about it, focusing on something else. ]
Cordis is soon... I should go buy some groceries before going home.
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There's only a couple days left.
[ Of Sanguis, he means. He steps back, lifting the frying pan with bacon off the burner. He'll need to work quick and set up a plate with paper towel to catch some of the grease. ]
If it gets bad, I'm gonna fight it. [ He'll stay home. Once he has the plate set up, he picks out the bacon with tongs and sets them to rest. ]
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These are things she doesn't say out loud. Again, she's yelled at him already, and to keep talking about what happened yesterday. . . Weiss may be salty and she may hold grudges, but Cloud apologised. Everything is fine now. (Even though she will continue to worry.) ]
Does it get really bad?
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[ With the bacon done and resting, Cloud takes his pan and goes to the garbage, pouring out the excessive grease they don't need. ]
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What do you think would happen if one day, you woke up and your moonblessing changed? What if you were suddenly an Iris?
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See, I've heard of that happening... [ Yosuke changed for some time, taking on Sanguis traits if he recalls... He hasn't undergone anything different beyond serpentine eyes when he was angry or over excited. ] If it's anything like Marie or Sun make it out to be, I'd be a lot more hug-prone.
[ ...and horny/touchy feely. Definitely a lot more of that. He blushes thinking about it, but keeps a straight face all the same as he starts cracking Weiss' eggs first. ]
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[ She's not sure what he's trying to say with that, but it's amusing. Enough that it makes her laugh, and as per usual, she covers her mouth so she doesn't come off as boisterous. Her giggles are always so controlled, though. There's nothing she does that's boisterous or loud or... huge, in general. ]
So are you going to start hugging everyone, or does that mean you want people to hug you? [ A beat. A few bubbles appear on the pancake, so she flips it. (Still a little undercooked. It's not golden.) ] Either way, it's funny to think about.
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Probably both. [ Cracks light seasoning over the eggs. ] When Sun went through his first cycle, he carried a sign for 'free hugs' with his tail and had another sign slapped on his back.
[ dot dot dot. trying not to laugh. ]
I ain't doing that if I turn.
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[ FDSAKGH sorry sun you're getting roasted and you're not even here!! ]
And I guess not. You don't look like the kind of person who would do that.
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[ But he doesn't sound like he's complaining. The whites are beginning to form, so he briefly ditches the eggs to go get the tiniest splash of water. She said...sunny, right? So no lid to cover it up. But at least this'll help the eggs cook without burning the bottoms. They should be done when the little bit of water evaporates, right?...he only knows this one because Marlene did it and he watched. ]
I gripe about Sanguis, but... I kind of like being a wolf.
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Do you have fruits we can eat with the pancakes?
[ It's a question in passing because she does get back to what they were talking about previously. ]
Why do you like being a wolf?
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[ Cloud peers at the fridge contemplatively. ]
Blueberries are in the fridge. Bananas and apples are in the corner.
[ On the counter. With all the junk that Panty brings into the house, he really had to ramp up the healthy stuff... ]
It's kinda hard to explain... I just, feel a connection with them. There's all these legends around them in my world too.
[ Wolf earrings, the wolf on his shoulder pauldron...and her doubts she'd know the meaning behind Fenrir or Sköll. ...would she? Maybe? There's also the wolf he once saw in his dreams and in his head. But that wasn't a bright spot in his life. ]
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A connection, huh? I can't argue with that.
[ If that's what Cloud feels, then who is she to invalidate it? ]
What kind of legends are there in your world?
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[ He'll start with a couple of vague tales to start with. ]
In ancient myths, there was said to be two wolves. One destined to devour the sun, and the other the moon at the end of the world. They're called Sköll and Hati. But the most popular one is Fenrir.
He's what I named my motorcycle after back home.
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What's the story of Fenrir like?
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Long and inconsistent. [ But he's not going to just leave it at that. That wouldn't be fair. The water's evaporated almost completely beneath the eggs so he grabs a spatula so they don't stick and burn. Just about done. ] He's supposed to be the son of a pseudo-god and a giant.
[ Ah, disclaimer. ]
Doesn't make sense, I know. [ Thus, mythos! Especially when god talk comes into play. ] Anyway, the gods predicted the wolf would grow up to be a danger to the planet, so they kept him chained and isolated from the world.
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[ Gods... whatever. She may have a different opinion on them. They're not to be revered, as far as she's concerned.
A few more pancakes get made. Just one more left! ]
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