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I... shall keep that in mind.

[ Though it seems she sounds hesitant. She really doesn't want to get in the way of the two of them! Ayaka values her own privacy, and she wants to give the same to her brother and Thoma. ]

Thoma does networking in Inazuma as well, doesn't he?

[ ~~Networking is his passion.~~ ]

[ He can't outright say he wants to sleep in Ayato's bed though, clearly if Ayato is busy Thoma needs to keep himself busy as well- ]

Well... it never hurts to learn a bit more about things that could be useful. Being the 'fixer' of Ritou was more about getting to know more about my neighbors as well as helping out other foreigners who were having a tough time around the city.

[ It was also his method for getting a better reputation for himself in order to be able to serve the Kamisato household better, but that wasn't a detail that needed pointing out. ]

That doesn't necessarily mean he has to do it for work here, as well. Forming friendships is rather different than doing it for information or business transactions. But if you genuinely would like to help, I certainly wouldn't refuse.

{ he's drowning in work tbf }

No, but... I only meant to say that I don't think Thoma would find it boring.

[ Why do something you don't love, right? ]

I'll get Cloud to help me with my errands. Is there anything you'd like me to get while I'm out, Ayato?

The lady is right, I won't.

[ Not when it came to a matter involving either sibling. ]

[ It makes him feel a bit shy, knowing how well they knew him and his duties. Well, he'd know, but having it addressed directly to him was another matter. ]

And I genuinely want to help.

[ Because helping Ayato get through his work faster means he'll be able to rest sooner and not seek out MORE work instead, Thoma naively thinks. ]

{ he'll always be able to find more work, but he won't question it any further. }

In that case, thank you.

{ and then he'll turn his attention back to ayaka, thoughtful. }

I don't think I need anything, unless you wanted to get anything in particular for dinner?

I'll think about it while I'm out, then.

[ Roast chicken for dinner sounds nice... She'll give it more thought! ]

Thoma, is there anything we might need?

[ He probably knows the inventory of all the supplies they have more than these siblings. ]

[ She'd be right about that. He's running through the stock of two different apartments in his head, considering what extras from his own apartment he could provide if necessary, how long certain things will last at their current consumption rate... ]

I believe you're running low on cooking oil. I had also been planning to pick up some new fresh fruit soon, so if you'd like to choose some yourself it would be an opportune time to. There should be a fresh stock in today.

{ and as the conversation drifts to this, ayato merely stays quiet as he picks at the pastry he'd chosen. he has no idea what is in the cupboards or fridge, considering he doesn't really make anything for himself anymore.

the pastry does taste good though, enough that he feels as though it would be good to promote it for those going away to have a treat on the way. }

Fresh fruit...

[ Ayato's input would be very much appreciated here, at least! ]

Do you have a preference for fruit, Ayato? I suppose it would be unusual to say one is "in season", here in this world.

I've been told 'bananas' are great for energy.

[ Since two certain someones who are definitely not him seem to be constantly on the move. ]

I have no preference. { does he ever have a preference??? he'll eat what he's given. } So what Thoma suggested is fine.

Alright. Oh, and maybe I'll get some apples, as well. Thoma, you wouldn't mind making some candied apples with those, would you?

[ Something to snack on while working!! ]

Not at all. We've got a full stock of the ingredients to make it, so unless you'd like to add any additional toppings, you don't need to pick up anything extra.

[ P... please don't request strange candied apples. ]

Almonds would be nice.

{ does that count as strange???????????? it probably does. }

Almonds?

[ Hmm... Peanuts are easy to find in the grocery, so maybe she'll be able to find almonds in the same aisle. ]

Alright then. Bananas, apples, and almonds. Ah- maybe sprinkles, too. And I should see what Cloud needs, as well. [ If she's out and about already, may as well get stuff for him too! ] He always eats a lot of bread... I think he's run out. . .

[ Dote dote... ]

[ It is not the WORST... probably... ]

If he's going through an entire loaf a week, I could always teach you how to bake bread.

[ Time to continue enhancing Ayaka's skill set. ]

{ chilli flakes would definitely have been worse. }

You could take him some of these.

{ indicates to the... many pastries they bought. }

You would?

[ Thoma!!! 🥹🥹🥹 That's so exciting!! She would like to learn from him— whatever it is he is willing to teach her! She will become the perfect wife by emulating Thoma!!!!!!!! 💪💪💪 ]

Yes, please! I would like that very much!

[ She's so delighted she could cry. And Ayato even talking about bringing some of the bread HE bought to Cloud is even more exciting! He's sharing something with her beau!! Look at him... ]

Thank you, Ayato. I shall tell Cloud that these are from you. [ ^_^!! Her brother is being nice to Cloud. This is it. An effort!! Even if he said before that Cloud needs some "work"... ]

Of course I would. Baking bread is a great skill to learn, and it's a lot of fun to practice.

[ Fun from his point of view, at least. But he's sure Ayaka will enjoy the process, and it's something she could share with Cloud as well once she's practiced enough in it. ]

[ And thank god bread-palooza is finding a home. ]

I hope you won't mind all the trial breads that'll start appearing, Ayato.

{ he doesn't get why cloud needs to know, but sure. and he needs 'work' for home!!! don't twist his words. }

Of course not, I would try anything either of you offer. { and it sounds like that's the end of it. it really does. but then he's lifting his tea to his lips and speaking over it as his gaze settles solely on thoma. } Especially if you feed them to me personally.

{ thankfully this is not the worst thing he could have said. }

A- ah...

[ ... o- oh. Her brother is so aggressive!

Ayaka decides to finish her tea and her bread quietly now. She should get ready to leave soon so she can give her brother and Thoma the privacy that they deserve.

Please kiss and fuck all you like while she is away... She will do her best to take her time! 🥺 Her brother deserves only the best, so please do your best in pleasuring him, Thoma. ]

[ Ayato your sister is right there???? ]

[ Ayaka don't just say nothing??? ]

[ Thoma can feel his face heating up immediately in response to Ayato's suggestive words, eyes widening as he shoots a look toward Ayaka then back to her brother. He'd be choking on his bread if he'd been between bites right now, but unfortunately he can't even escape with that sort of excuse. ]

O-Oh, that's. That's great then.

[ Thoma is already dying without hearing Ayaka's inner monologue, thank the Archons he has no idea she Knows. ]

{ tea sipped, he glances between the both of them, a little surprised at the change that seems to fall upon the room.

maybe he isn't the heathen in the room, he meant as like a cute thing... romantic. it shouldn't be a crime to want to be handfed??? ~~maybe kaveh has ruined what is considered innocent at this point~~ }

Are you both alright?

{ as if this isn't his fault sdkgjnsdg }

Ah, I apologise.

[ She's okay, Ayato!! She promises. Despite how red her cheeks have become, she's still smiling brightly. ]

I'm alright. I'm just... very happy for you. [ It's her excuse for her reaction, but now that she's said it? She actually does mean it. Of course she does. ] For both of you, really.

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