[Yeah, he's not sure what he has in mind other than likely its a component of a spell. That's nothing too strange. It's not like Rui's asked for his blood yet, which is the origin of some of his scars.]
[He takes the dagger with ease and neatly cuts him a general lock matching the one Rui has also cut and gives it to him.]
[Of course the display before him takes the wind out of him, watching something so small become so beautiful right before his eyes. He's awestruck, like a child who's never seen a street performer before. Of course, it makes sense for magic to be capable of such pretty things, but he's scarcely seen that for himself in his previous circumstance.]
I-It's lovely... They look just like-- [Ah, he is forgetting himself. His cheeks color a bit with pink and he looks away.] Magic like that ...I wish I knew how to do it.
[He puts the roses down on the bench, bar one, and snaps the stem down by half. Yeah, his gay ass is absolutely going to tuck it behind one of those big, fluffy ears.] All of these books here on the shelves are yours to read, while you're here. Though-- the ones on the first floor are likely a good place to start, and then you can work your way up.
[A beat. Rui's eyes flicker with some sort of unknown feeling that doesn't make it into the bond, before he turns away and gets to work separating petal from head.] This tower was only a hovel when I started out, after all. It's grown with me, and now you can grow with it, fufufu~
A-Ah-! Am I really permitted to-- [He stops because he has a feeling he's going to get scolded if he continues that statement. Instead, he seems to nearly burst with such a tumultuous emotion it's hard to really pin down what it is. He's just ...overcome by his new situation. It seems to good to be true, and so he is still a little bit afraid of it. Hope and fear just seem to be at war within him at all times.]
[He does manage to stamp that down quick enough though, once he realizes. He takes a deep breath and he reaches up to gently trace the edge of the flower in his hair. He blushes, and Rui will find that he is quite a blushy person, and looks at his feet with a small smile.]
I-I will ...be sure to make use of Master Kamishiro's kind offer. Thank you.
Full permission. There's nothing here that I think is beyond your grasp, if only you have dedication enough...Though, ah--
The higher you go, the more you'll see my focus come to the fore. So if you'd rather not learn about destruction and growth, or dramatic effect, then...Consider this your fair warning. And...Before you go.
Just so that you know. [He half turns, because this seems like the sort of thing that should be said with eye contact. One petal-stained hand taps at his cheek, leaving a faint purplish smear.] You really are very easy to read. Whether you think that bad or good, I'll leave up to you. But you should be aware.
[Ah, that gives him some pause. Eyes going wide for a moment only for him to glance away, thoughtful but contrite.]
[When he looks at Rui again, he has something apologetic in his eyes almost, like this isn't entirely news to him.]
One of my greatest shortcomings, I'm afraid, Master Kamishiro, is that I am incapable of being anything other than myself. My previous master tried very hard to change that, and in the end, all I could do was run when I could not bear his expectations any further.
[A beat, and then he adds:]
I am a wretch, filthy and unworthy of my goal, but even knowing this, I am shameless and continue on. I should be condemned for my betrayal and yet I feel no remorse because I refused to take the life of an innocent on his behalf. Even as I was punished I only felt regret that I was caught. Such is my nature as a coward with stubborn principles.
[He smiles a bit, looking at him.]
I hope that even knowing this, Master Kamishiro will continue to have pity on me, so that I may continue to shamelessly live the life I have now.
[just reaches over and gently pinches Mayoi's cheek shut ur fuckin mouth babes]
You've only had this life for a day. You'll hate it once I get back into my routine. But if you don't, somehow...Then I suppose I can consider that my good deed in life, giving you the barest opportunity at something. You're doing quite well on your own, after all; I'm a conduit for your independence, a thin excuse of a master, and nothing more.
Now go, before I decide to stop being so sentimental and decide to shave you bald for more roses. Silly, red-cheeked little thing~ Thanking me for his own bravery~
[And, as soon as Mayoi turns, Rui's absolutely going to give him a hearty slap on the ass as motivation to get scooting. No homo, it's like slapping a horse on the rear, right???? Yeah??? This is normal human shit????]
[--No, not the cheek! He squeaks and makes a pitiful little noise. Such a little Uuuu!]
I-I find that very hard to believe... But even one day like this has been ...so much nicer than one I'm used to, Master Kamishiro...
[Ah, but he does not want to be bald! So he straightens up with a little eep! and that eep turns into an EEK! because of that ass slap, holy shit. It sure works to motivate him! And also his entire face is burning so he doesn't dare turn around and let Rui see. He will scurry off like hell itself is on his heels and get to work.]
[Rui gets some uninterrupted peace for a few hours before the smell of something tasty being cooked starts to fill the tower. Mayoi has decided that their lunch will be some baked chicken chopped up into sandwiches and some fruit on the side. The fruit is mostly for Mayoi. He is eating strawberries while he works and he is so happy about it.]
[Thankfully, a few hours is all Bomb Maker Extraordinaire Rui Kamishiro needs, at least to get most of his work done, so he drifts on down to the kitchen in decent time.
Only half an hour late! Very good, by his standards. Though-- of course he doesn't announce himself. He's quite content to just lean in the doorway and listen, because...If just this much freedom ("freedom", where he still has to earn his keep and get ordered around) is making Mayoi blossom so readily, then...That just cements Rui's desire to bomb the fuck out of his old master.
Also because it'll be fucking funny.
But, you know. Summoning a familiar from the Hell Cum Dimension and binding them unto you, just to treat them like shit seems such a waste of time and effort. It's much more fun to just see what the fuck a funny little guy like this does with what space he's been given, you know? Like the singing. Whether the bond betrays him first, or his own humming along does, Rui's not sure, but simple happiness (affection?) starts bleeding through as he hums nonetheless.]
[Oh ...that is such a warm feeling. He isn't used to so much positivity through the bonds that is catches him off guard for a moment, and his own singing begins to falter. Ah, but when he realizes Rui is humming along he at least finds his voice again enough to finish whatever particular line in the song he was on.]
[A bit red in the face, he bows.]
Master Kamishiro...! I've just about finished cleaning up, ah ...but lunch is set out on the table. I-I hope you will find it acceptable!
[He sits down at the table, feet propped up on the chair opposite, and picks a sandwich up to more closely examine the filling. ...No visible vegetal, safe for consumption...Alright.
As he absolutely fucking hoes in, Rui turns his attention back to Mayoi, eyebrows raised and mouth full of chicken and bread.]
Sho. What song'sh-- [SWALLOW, FOOL.] --that? Were you a master of entertainment, as well as intelligence? Because you're very pleasant to the ears. You're welcome to sing whenever you feel like it, unless I'm asleep.
...If I'm asleep, I'll come and throttle you for waking me up. Fufufu~
[Mayoi does not join him at the table just yet, but he holds his bowl of fruit very close and shakes his head.]
I-I wouldn't dream of disturbing you! Ah... my singing, it isn't worthy of any praise. I um. I sometimes got to view shows when in my previous master's company. I enjoyed them so ...I tried to remember some of the songs.
[Oh, it looks like he is enjoying lunch. That's good. Working around his no veggie rule is a little tricky, but its a nice challenge. He wonders if making sauces out of vegetables counts? Or as seasoning? If he were to stuff a chicken with chopped onions but then remove them later, would that count?]
May I ask you something that you may scold me for...?
So you think my praise is worthless, then? Should I stop giving it to you already? They grow up so fast...
[He waves that off, though; just a jab, nothing more. He knows full well how Mayoi is, or thinks he does, at any rate. And the sandwich hits too hard for him to give a shit about debating self-confidence.] Maybe we'll go into town one day, and you can attend a show while I look for reagents.
At any rate, ask away. The worst that can happen is a scolding, and nothing more. And sit already, won't you? You're making me feel awkward in my own damn tower.
[Oh, is he waving it off? They've moved on? Mayoi is extremely tense for a few moments ready to throw himself back on the ground to ask for forgiveness, but then the way he just moves along to the next subject is enough of a shock to stop him cold.]
[Everything ...is fine...? Is it...? Was... Master Kamishiro just messing with him...?]
Oh... [He would like to go to a show, though. To be allowed to do such a thing ...]
[Ah, right. His question. Mayoi's ears, which have been comically going up and down nonstop in the past 20 seconds while he tries to figure out what emotional extreme he's going to settle on, finally decide to swivel back in thought.]
[He also. Gently shuffles over to the table to sit on the edge of a chair, holding his fruit like he's afraid it will get taken from him.]
It was just a question about your dietary restrictions. Ah ...I was curious if it was a deadly allergy or just a general distaste, and if it extended to things like ...ah, for example, one might make a soup broth or a marinade with onions or garlic for flavor. Those can be strained out if it's a texture issue. S-Sorry, if this is a stupid question.
[He knew this was coming, and yet, even the thought of having to eat actual vegetable...
Rui's expression turns into almost a whole-face pucker. Which is tragic, because he'd been quite enjoying watching Mayoi's ears do their thing right up until the mention of.......veg. Alas.]
...
No allergy.
[He shudders, turning the sandwich over in his hands; his appetite's quite dried up for the moment, but it'd be a waste (and an insult) to just put it aside, wouldn't it? And this particular familiar just seems too delicate right now to handle that sort of blow.] If you can strain them out, then it's...
I'll try it. And we can use the vegetables to help our herbs and other reagents grow better, once they've cooled...They'd have nutrients that the plants would greatly appreciate. There's a garden around the side of the tower with chickens, if you hadn't noticed yet, and that's where all food scraps go. To mulch, or to the chickens.
[ejdugehehhghghgd his skin's still crawling, give him a moment.] It's not a stupid question, however; I'm glad that you asked it. Most of the time, when I was younger, people wouldn't give me that much respect at all. So I'm not mad at you at all; are we clear? Quite the opposite. Very appreciative. Just also repulsed.
[Oh, it is ...possibly closer to a phobia! Ah, he is a little surprised, but that does give him a much better idea of how careful he should be. If it's something he understands, its being repulsed by certain things that seem irrational.]
[So he nods very thoughtfully, ears flicking up.]
We may try that, ...but if it will not work, then I will just adjust my repertoire to better cater to your needs. It will not be difficult ...I only wanted a better idea of what I could or couldn't do. Do herbs fall into that category as well...?
[Ah, he shakes his head a little at the gratitude. It's unexpected, but its nice, however ah ...it's hard for him to accept. Much like Master Kamishiro's vegetables.]
I see ...so you have a composting set up as well as a garden ...ah, I'd very much like to see that...
[He likes gardens ...and! And he can collect eggs from the chickens probably? Yes, that would be a nice little chore if Rui allows him.]
Ah...herbs are fine. But typically, they're also purely for flavour, and readily removed or almost seamlessly integrated into the food, so they don't set me off. Or...Perhaps it's simply because I've worked with them so long already, that I've become desensitised? Either way, I'll give you feedback as required, for better and worse~
[Okay, his stomach's settled now. Time to absolutely mow down the rest of his sandwich with relish, before propping his chin up on both hands and leaning over the table.]
Mayoi~ Do you want to see the chickens? They're very friendly; once they get to know you, you can hand-feed them~ And if you feed them certain blends of herbs from the garden, they may even change colour or size~ The soil's been tinged with magic, after all. Fufu~
And the eggs are very good for things other than eating. Yolks for hair, whites for skin. ...If you're interested in that sort of thing.
[Mayoi takes a dignified bite out of a strawberry.]
I will make a note of that, theeeen.
[Please little hum as he summons his clipboard to switch around some recipe notes. Fufufu he has much pondering to do over the next week's meal plan, yes-]
A-Ah, I would be delighted to see them...! I wonder i-if Master Kamishiro would let me tend to them now and again ...
[Yes, okay, he is pleased about meeting the chickens. Weird critter to critter communication.]
[Hm. He wonders if HE would turn weird colors and sizes if he ate the herbs... he glances at his fruit bowl for a moment before he crunches on another strawberry.]
We can go see them after lunch, so you'd better eat that food quickly. And if you want to tend to them...I don't see why not. They're mostly self-sufficient, but it's always good to keep an eye on them, I think.
[Rui's attention turns to the strawberry Mayoi's nibbling on, now that he's done eating, and he leans a little more.]
...Do you enjoy the fruit you've eaten here, by the way? Just out of curiosity, since I've been doing a little experimentation with the flavours...Combining various flavours and textures, that sort of thing.
Though it's minimal at the moment. But if you're enjoying it, then I can't say I'm disappointed with my progress. You look very cute while you're eating, fufufu~
because he is an adorable wet cat with pathetic eyes how can you resist
[Ah, today is a very good day! It has been pretty much all day. It has been a good day unlike any other day he has had, truthfully, but it keeps getting better! Chickens...]
Eh? [Oh, so he had been experimenting on that. That's not really a huge surprise. Probably. He does regard his fruit bowl thoughtfully.]
Mm! I did notice the taste to be different than what I expected, though I wasn't sure what to blame it on ...but they are lovely. I've been happy to eat them...
[Of course that compliment causes him to stop and burn red with embarrassment. Ah, he was called cute. He thinks he is very uncute actually. Ah, what does he dooooooo.]
I-I-I see... I am glad ...Master Kamishiro finds me acceptable to look at while eating...
[What else can he say ...he is not used to positive reinforcement. It's hard to deal with. He delicately eats a blueberry.]
Ah- but ...um. The report. I have progress on the tasks you gave me earlier...
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i just want to clean his eyes and put him in a jar _(:'37 L)_
Don't worry. There's no negative side effects, at least in the short term. Or for the next...Ten years, going by my current state. You'll be fine to keep eating produce from here, at any rate.
[He just smiles serenely, deciding to not bully Mayoi any further with compliments for now. He'll even resist the urge to reach over and tap against one of those big, fluffy, batty ears. The things Rui does to be a good master...
!!! oh this is interesting though. He slides across the table even more, eyes wide and smile curving more, right up until he's standing again and he's pretty much just. In Mayoi's face.] Oh? Do tell. I'm curious~ I've finished the bombs, for the record, so we just need to do a little retracing your magical steps and we can deliver them~
When you think it'd be best, that is. I'll let you decide the when, since this is for you.
[His mercy and benevolence will not be forgotten.]
[But, yes, Mayoi will flick his wrists out again. Instead of his clipboard, what appears is a large drafting sheet where he has done a few designs for the window. It looks very nice actually, like Mayoi does a bit of sketching regularly, or like he has to plan projects.]
Ah, s-so ...my idea isn't a particularly creative one but ...I started with your sun as the centerpiece and then here ...[And Mayoi will begin explaining that he took the sun and then it's mirror opposite, the moon, and created a mosaic that features lots of magic theory complimentary symbolism.]
It's ...the magical theory of balance. W-Which I am sure you are well familiar with! Ah, it's um. If it's a stupid idea, I understand. I can try again until you like it...
[While he'd been passionate in explaining, as soon as he was done he got terribly shy and guarded again. Always willing to try and express himself but then bracing for backlash even if he knows it won't happen.]
[Ah, the drafting sheet forces space back between them, so Rui shuffles back over his side of the table and behaves himself for once. It's a classical design, something timeless that likely won't get changed on a whim like his own creations...And if he ever wanted to become reputable, someone to be hired instead of avoided, then this would be a wonderful business sign of sorts for passers-by.
He hums, listening to Mayoi's explanation and admiring the details with eagle eyes, before holding a hand up as soon as all that protective kowtowing starts up.]
I have a suggestion. Otherwise, it's quite serviceable.
Can you fit a blue rose in the design? Or do we lack the glass required? If so, I can make more, so don't worry about that. Every artist deserves his calling card, is all. Don't you think?
[Yes, you see, you can tease him all you like but that means Mayoi will be just bold enough to cut it off if there is a convenient means. Like putting a large drafting sheet (made of magic? probably? I am still working out how Mayoi's main magic works) between them.]
[Mayoi goes silent when he puts his hand up, effectively stopping him for spiraling into self-flagellation as he is inclined to do. Even if it hadn't what he says actually stuns him silent for a moment, uncomprehending.]
...E-Eh? A blue rose...?
[Why would he want him to ...wait. Oh!! Oh!! He's caught on?? That he likes the blue rose enough that it means something to him??? Did he perceive it as his personal signature!?!? He thought he was being subtle!! (he wasn't)]
[His face flushes again with the sort of embarrassment one might if a parent found your sketchbook.]
I-I ...yes, y-yes, I think I can- I just. Um. T-That is to say ...i-is it really okay to put that in the design...? The blue rose. It's ...
[How does he even say this.]
I-I'm sorry, this must seem...like I am being arrogant. I chose such an elegant looking motif for ...f-for if I were to ever have an emblem of my own. I'm sure it doesn't suit me. It could make your window look gaudy ...
[CUTE.....please keep fighting back, man bat...Rui is thriving on it. Which explains the fucking face that he pulls when Mayoi realises he's been clocked. Smug as fuck. Lashes lowered, teeth bared, all as he slips back into his seat and leans back a little. Punchable, tbqh.]
Mm. Mayoi~ Silly little thing~ I wouldn't ask if I thought it would be ugly. Blue roses are something I associate with you now, and that's all there is to it.
[Though...Interesting choice for an emblem. Not too avant-garde or anything, given that sorcerers are a dramatic bunch anyway, but it's still more...Theatrical and elegant, than some shit like 'here's a lightning bolt' or 'a big fuck off sword with flames'. Even Rui's is only basic, more an abstraction of explosions than anything else.
It's not practical for clothing or jewellery, not quite so easily replicated. And yet, that just makes it all the more badass.]
Put it in somewhere. That's an order. It's up to you, where it goes. And if it didn't suit you, then I would tell you. But it does. It did ever since I put one behind your ear earlier.
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[He takes the dagger with ease and neatly cuts him a general lock matching the one Rui has also cut and gives it to him.]
[Of course the display before him takes the wind out of him, watching something so small become so beautiful right before his eyes. He's awestruck, like a child who's never seen a street performer before. Of course, it makes sense for magic to be capable of such pretty things, but he's scarcely seen that for himself in his previous circumstance.]
I-It's lovely... They look just like-- [Ah, he is forgetting himself. His cheeks color a bit with pink and he looks away.] Magic like that ...I wish I knew how to do it.
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[He puts the roses down on the bench, bar one, and snaps the stem down by half. Yeah, his gay ass is absolutely going to tuck it behind one of those big, fluffy ears.] All of these books here on the shelves are yours to read, while you're here. Though-- the ones on the first floor are likely a good place to start, and then you can work your way up.
[A beat. Rui's eyes flicker with some sort of unknown feeling that doesn't make it into the bond, before he turns away and gets to work separating petal from head.] This tower was only a hovel when I started out, after all. It's grown with me, and now you can grow with it, fufufu~
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[He does manage to stamp that down quick enough though, once he realizes. He takes a deep breath and he reaches up to gently trace the edge of the flower in his hair. He blushes, and Rui will find that he is quite a blushy person, and looks at his feet with a small smile.]
I-I will ...be sure to make use of Master Kamishiro's kind offer. Thank you.
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The higher you go, the more you'll see my focus come to the fore. So if you'd rather not learn about destruction and growth, or dramatic effect, then...Consider this your fair warning. And...Before you go.
Just so that you know. [He half turns, because this seems like the sort of thing that should be said with eye contact. One petal-stained hand taps at his cheek, leaving a faint purplish smear.] You really are very easy to read. Whether you think that bad or good, I'll leave up to you. But you should be aware.
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[When he looks at Rui again, he has something apologetic in his eyes almost, like this isn't entirely news to him.]
One of my greatest shortcomings, I'm afraid, Master Kamishiro, is that I am incapable of being anything other than myself. My previous master tried very hard to change that, and in the end, all I could do was run when I could not bear his expectations any further.
[A beat, and then he adds:]
I am a wretch, filthy and unworthy of my goal, but even knowing this, I am shameless and continue on. I should be condemned for my betrayal and yet I feel no remorse because I refused to take the life of an innocent on his behalf. Even as I was punished I only felt regret that I was caught. Such is my nature as a coward with stubborn principles.
[He smiles a bit, looking at him.]
I hope that even knowing this, Master Kamishiro will continue to have pity on me, so that I may continue to shamelessly live the life I have now.
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You've only had this life for a day. You'll hate it once I get back into my routine. But if you don't, somehow...Then I suppose I can consider that my good deed in life, giving you the barest opportunity at something. You're doing quite well on your own, after all; I'm a conduit for your independence, a thin excuse of a master, and nothing more.
Now go, before I decide to stop being so sentimental and decide to shave you bald for more roses. Silly, red-cheeked little thing~ Thanking me for his own bravery~
[And, as soon as Mayoi turns, Rui's absolutely going to give him a hearty slap on the ass as motivation to get scooting. No homo, it's like slapping a horse on the rear, right???? Yeah??? This is normal human shit????]
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I-I find that very hard to believe... But even one day like this has been ...so much nicer than one I'm used to, Master Kamishiro...
[Ah, but he does not want to be bald! So he straightens up with a little eep! and that eep turns into an EEK! because of that ass slap, holy shit. It sure works to motivate him! And also his entire face is burning so he doesn't dare turn around and let Rui see. He will scurry off like hell itself is on his heels and get to work.]
[Rui gets some uninterrupted peace for a few hours before the smell of something tasty being cooked starts to fill the tower. Mayoi has decided that their lunch will be some baked chicken chopped up into sandwiches and some fruit on the side. The fruit is mostly for Mayoi. He is eating strawberries while he works and he is so happy about it.]
[He is also singing to himself.]
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Only half an hour late! Very good, by his standards. Though-- of course he doesn't announce himself. He's quite content to just lean in the doorway and listen, because...If just this much freedom ("freedom", where he still has to earn his keep and get ordered around) is making Mayoi blossom so readily, then...That just cements Rui's desire to bomb the fuck out of his old master.
Also because it'll be fucking funny.
But, you know. Summoning a familiar from the Hell Cum Dimension and binding them unto you, just to treat them like shit seems such a waste of time and effort. It's much more fun to just see what the fuck a funny little guy like this does with what space he's been given, you know? Like the singing. Whether the bond betrays him first, or his own humming along does, Rui's not sure, but simple happiness (affection?) starts bleeding through as he hums nonetheless.]
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[Oh ...that is such a warm feeling. He isn't used to so much positivity through the bonds that is catches him off guard for a moment, and his own singing begins to falter. Ah, but when he realizes Rui is humming along he at least finds his voice again enough to finish whatever particular line in the song he was on.]
[A bit red in the face, he bows.]
Master Kamishiro...! I've just about finished cleaning up, ah ...but lunch is set out on the table. I-I hope you will find it acceptable!
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[He sits down at the table, feet propped up on the chair opposite, and picks a sandwich up to more closely examine the filling. ...No visible vegetal, safe for consumption...Alright.
As he absolutely fucking hoes in, Rui turns his attention back to Mayoi, eyebrows raised and mouth full of chicken and bread.]
Sho. What song'sh-- [SWALLOW, FOOL.] --that? Were you a master of entertainment, as well as intelligence? Because you're very pleasant to the ears. You're welcome to sing whenever you feel like it, unless I'm asleep.
...If I'm asleep, I'll come and throttle you for waking me up. Fufufu~
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[Mayoi does not join him at the table just yet, but he holds his bowl of fruit very close and shakes his head.]
I-I wouldn't dream of disturbing you! Ah... my singing, it isn't worthy of any praise. I um. I sometimes got to view shows when in my previous master's company. I enjoyed them so ...I tried to remember some of the songs.
[Oh, it looks like he is enjoying lunch. That's good. Working around his no veggie rule is a little tricky, but its a nice challenge. He wonders if making sauces out of vegetables counts? Or as seasoning? If he were to stuff a chicken with chopped onions but then remove them later, would that count?]
May I ask you something that you may scold me for...?
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[He waves that off, though; just a jab, nothing more. He knows full well how Mayoi is, or thinks he does, at any rate. And the sandwich hits too hard for him to give a shit about debating self-confidence.] Maybe we'll go into town one day, and you can attend a show while I look for reagents.
At any rate, ask away. The worst that can happen is a scolding, and nothing more. And sit already, won't you? You're making me feel awkward in my own damn tower.
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[Oh, is he waving it off? They've moved on? Mayoi is extremely tense for a few moments ready to throw himself back on the ground to ask for forgiveness, but then the way he just moves along to the next subject is enough of a shock to stop him cold.]
[Everything ...is fine...? Is it...? Was... Master Kamishiro just messing with him...?]
Oh... [He would like to go to a show, though. To be allowed to do such a thing ...]
[Ah, right. His question. Mayoi's ears, which have been comically going up and down nonstop in the past 20 seconds while he tries to figure out what emotional extreme he's going to settle on, finally decide to swivel back in thought.]
[He also. Gently shuffles over to the table to sit on the edge of a chair, holding his fruit like he's afraid it will get taken from him.]
It was just a question about your dietary restrictions. Ah ...I was curious if it was a deadly allergy or just a general distaste, and if it extended to things like ...ah, for example, one might make a soup broth or a marinade with onions or garlic for flavor. Those can be strained out if it's a texture issue. S-Sorry, if this is a stupid question.
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Rui's expression turns into almost a whole-face pucker. Which is tragic, because he'd been quite enjoying watching Mayoi's ears do their thing right up until the mention of.......veg. Alas.]
...
No allergy.
[He shudders, turning the sandwich over in his hands; his appetite's quite dried up for the moment, but it'd be a waste (and an insult) to just put it aside, wouldn't it? And this particular familiar just seems too delicate right now to handle that sort of blow.] If you can strain them out, then it's...
I'll try it. And we can use the vegetables to help our herbs and other reagents grow better, once they've cooled...They'd have nutrients that the plants would greatly appreciate. There's a garden around the side of the tower with chickens, if you hadn't noticed yet, and that's where all food scraps go. To mulch, or to the chickens.
[ejdugehehhghghgd his skin's still crawling, give him a moment.] It's not a stupid question, however; I'm glad that you asked it. Most of the time, when I was younger, people wouldn't give me that much respect at all. So I'm not mad at you at all; are we clear? Quite the opposite. Very appreciative. Just also repulsed.
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[So he nods very thoughtfully, ears flicking up.]
We may try that, ...but if it will not work, then I will just adjust my repertoire to better cater to your needs. It will not be difficult ...I only wanted a better idea of what I could or couldn't do. Do herbs fall into that category as well...?
[Ah, he shakes his head a little at the gratitude. It's unexpected, but its nice, however ah ...it's hard for him to accept. Much like Master Kamishiro's vegetables.]
I see ...so you have a composting set up as well as a garden ...ah, I'd very much like to see that...
[He likes gardens ...and! And he can collect eggs from the chickens probably? Yes, that would be a nice little chore if Rui allows him.]
...U-Um... thank you. For answering my question.
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[Okay, his stomach's settled now. Time to absolutely mow down the rest of his sandwich with relish, before propping his chin up on both hands and leaning over the table.]
Mayoi~ Do you want to see the chickens? They're very friendly; once they get to know you, you can hand-feed them~ And if you feed them certain blends of herbs from the garden, they may even change colour or size~ The soil's been tinged with magic, after all. Fufu~
And the eggs are very good for things other than eating. Yolks for hair, whites for skin. ...If you're interested in that sort of thing.
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[Mayoi takes a dignified bite out of a strawberry.]
I will make a note of that, theeeen.
[Please little hum as he summons his clipboard to switch around some recipe notes. Fufufu he has much pondering to do over the next week's meal plan, yes-]
A-Ah, I would be delighted to see them...! I wonder i-if Master Kamishiro would let me tend to them now and again ...
[Yes, okay, he is pleased about meeting the chickens. Weird critter to critter communication.]
[Hm. He wonders if HE would turn weird colors and sizes if he ate the herbs... he glances at his fruit bowl for a moment before he crunches on another strawberry.]
oh my god why is he so fucking cute, jami???
[Rui's attention turns to the strawberry Mayoi's nibbling on, now that he's done eating, and he leans a little more.]
...Do you enjoy the fruit you've eaten here, by the way? Just out of curiosity, since I've been doing a little experimentation with the flavours...Combining various flavours and textures, that sort of thing.
Though it's minimal at the moment. But if you're enjoying it, then I can't say I'm disappointed with my progress. You look very cute while you're eating, fufufu~
because he is an adorable wet cat with pathetic eyes how can you resist
Eh? [Oh, so he had been experimenting on that. That's not really a huge surprise. Probably. He does regard his fruit bowl thoughtfully.]
Mm! I did notice the taste to be different than what I expected, though I wasn't sure what to blame it on ...but they are lovely. I've been happy to eat them...
[Of course that compliment causes him to stop and burn red with embarrassment. Ah, he was called cute. He thinks he is very uncute actually. Ah, what does he dooooooo.]
I-I-I see... I am glad ...Master Kamishiro finds me acceptable to look at while eating...
[What else can he say ...he is not used to positive reinforcement. It's hard to deal with. He delicately eats a blueberry.]
Ah- but ...um. The report. I have progress on the tasks you gave me earlier...
i just want to clean his eyes and put him in a jar _(:'37 L)_
[He just smiles serenely, deciding to not bully Mayoi any further with compliments for now. He'll even resist the urge to reach over and tap against one of those big, fluffy, batty ears. The things Rui does to be a good master...
!!! oh this is interesting though. He slides across the table even more, eyes wide and smile curving more, right up until he's standing again and he's pretty much just. In Mayoi's face.] Oh? Do tell. I'm curious~ I've finished the bombs, for the record, so we just need to do a little retracing your magical steps and we can deliver them~
When you think it'd be best, that is. I'll let you decide the when, since this is for you.
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[But, yes, Mayoi will flick his wrists out again. Instead of his clipboard, what appears is a large drafting sheet where he has done a few designs for the window. It looks very nice actually, like Mayoi does a bit of sketching regularly, or like he has to plan projects.]
Ah, s-so ...my idea isn't a particularly creative one but ...I started with your sun as the centerpiece and then here ...[And Mayoi will begin explaining that he took the sun and then it's mirror opposite, the moon, and created a mosaic that features lots of magic theory complimentary symbolism.]
It's ...the magical theory of balance. W-Which I am sure you are well familiar with! Ah, it's um. If it's a stupid idea, I understand. I can try again until you like it...
[While he'd been passionate in explaining, as soon as he was done he got terribly shy and guarded again. Always willing to try and express himself but then bracing for backlash even if he knows it won't happen.]
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He hums, listening to Mayoi's explanation and admiring the details with eagle eyes, before holding a hand up as soon as all that protective kowtowing starts up.]
I have a suggestion. Otherwise, it's quite serviceable.
Can you fit a blue rose in the design? Or do we lack the glass required? If so, I can make more, so don't worry about that. Every artist deserves his calling card, is all. Don't you think?
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[Mayoi goes silent when he puts his hand up, effectively stopping him for spiraling into self-flagellation as he is inclined to do. Even if it hadn't what he says actually stuns him silent for a moment, uncomprehending.]
...E-Eh? A blue rose...?
[Why would he want him to ...wait. Oh!! Oh!! He's caught on?? That he likes the blue rose enough that it means something to him??? Did he perceive it as his personal signature!?!? He thought he was being subtle!! (he wasn't)]
[His face flushes again with the sort of embarrassment one might if a parent found your sketchbook.]
I-I ...yes, y-yes, I think I can- I just. Um. T-That is to say ...i-is it really okay to put that in the design...? The blue rose. It's ...
[How does he even say this.]
I-I'm sorry, this must seem...like I am being arrogant. I chose such an elegant looking motif for ...f-for if I were to ever have an emblem of my own. I'm sure it doesn't suit me. It could make your window look gaudy ...
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Mm. Mayoi~ Silly little thing~ I wouldn't ask if I thought it would be ugly. Blue roses are something I associate with you now, and that's all there is to it.
[Though...Interesting choice for an emblem. Not too avant-garde or anything, given that sorcerers are a dramatic bunch anyway, but it's still more...Theatrical and elegant, than some shit like 'here's a lightning bolt' or 'a big fuck off sword with flames'. Even Rui's is only basic, more an abstraction of explosions than anything else.
It's not practical for clothing or jewellery, not quite so easily replicated. And yet, that just makes it all the more badass.]
Put it in somewhere. That's an order. It's up to you, where it goes. And if it didn't suit you, then I would tell you. But it does. It did ever since I put one behind your ear earlier.
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GOD I LOVE HIM I TUCKS THIS IN MY FOLDER X( look at him holding the chicken omg
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