[ it's given almost reflexively, forgetting that she's - for some reason - trying to conceal (very badly) the fact that she's brought dinner for her boyfriend. ]
I, um... Made a lot of extra food, so I thought I would leave some for Diluc— and Mister Barok!
[ that's a lie she did not bring dinner for Van Zieks. ]
I would be happy to bring you some next time, too, Kaeya.
[ A hand lifts to scratch at her cheek contemplatively. ]
Nothing special, really! I’m just… Used to cooking for bigger groups of people. Before ending up in this dream world, I was adventuring in a group, so…
[ A bit of a white lie, this time. While it’s certainly true that she usually was the one cooking for her friends at home, she of course makes enough food for at least two people here because she and Diluc are literally living together… ]
[ god she is so obvious. kaeya's expression says as much. he's not about to assume something like, you know, she and diluc are living together, but there's definitely something going on here. she's way too suspect.. ]
I see.
[ wine sip kermit style. ]
And you made extra for Master Diluc? How very kind of you.
[ She is so bad at lying, and she knows it, too, and yet she can’t help but try anyway… She knows how Complicated(TM) things are for Diluc and Kaeya… ]
Y…Yes. But I’ll make some for you next time, too, like I said!
[ She clears her throat. ]
Anyway, how are you settling in, Kaeya? Oh. Should I be calling you Master Kaeya…?
[ She knows that Diluc doesn’t care much for the title, and has asked her not to call him that, but… ]
Please, just Kaeya is fine. It's been years since anyone but Adelinde called me that.
[ sir kaeya is more likely, these days, but here? he's just kaeya. he's never been particularly finicky about titles. kaeya sips his wine, and looks oriphi up and down, taking her measure, as if to say you're being very sus, but he'll drop the subject of diluc. for now. ]
[ Adelinde... Oh, she remembers that name. Ori had met her - or rather, a figment of Diluc's dreamotion manifesting as her - in a dream, too. Along with Elzer, and the other maids... ]
Oh, um... Some hand pies with meat and potatoes! And some oatmeal cookies with chocolate and fruits, since he likes sweets...
[ obvious. And also: Diluc Ragnvindr, you spoiled son of a gun. ]
Ah, no wonder it all smells so delectable! Master Diluc is certainly being spoiled. It's enough to make a man jealous!
[ he chuckles warmly, sitting back in his barstool and stretching his back; he's been sitting like those prawn memes. in all honesty, he is a little bit envious, those hand pies smell delicious.. ]
[ She's so sure it would have been okay. After all, there had been a faint undercurrent of lingering affection in Diluc's demeanor when he'd introduced Kaeya to Ori in that dream...
Regardless, with dinner delivered, she makes her way back around to the other side of the bar, taking the liberty to seat herself in the stool next to Kaeya's. ]
How have you settled in to Reverein so far, Kaeya? Have you found a suitable tree house to stay in yet?
[ there's absolutely an undercurrent of lingering affection between them, but it's also something that they both pointedly ignore!! they're just so heckin complicated, ori.. it may very well have been okay, but then, kaeya also might've been the asshole that just ate the entire meal. ]
Yes, I was fortunate enough to find one quite easily. It's.. quaint, but comfortable. I can't complain.
[ and it's not as if he spends much time there.. ]
[ is he spending more time at someone else's treehouse, hm...... ]
Well, maybe it won't stay plain for long. Everyone's houses change and shift with their dreamotion.
[ To answer his question, she leans over the counter and procures another glass. ]
If you don't mind me joining you for one, sure! I regret that our first meeting was a bit strange... I really would like to get to know you in earnest!
[ There is a part of her that very much Doubts him being an "open book." She's an open book, and she knows, and he does not strike her as someone who is like her in most any way... ]
Well, for starters... What's your favorite food? I'll keep it mind for the next time I bring food over here.
I’ve heard of some dishes from Mondstadt during my time here, y’know! Like… Tea Break Pancakes, and Moon Pie… Besides, if it’s a cocktail that you’d like, you could just ask our bartender to make one for you, couldn’t you?
[ She’s not exactly sure what it means. She’d like to ask him about it, but the cocktail is soon forgotten by the mention of chicken and mushroom skewers. Recognition flits across her features, and she smiles. ]
Oh! Diluc has made those for me before! They’re very tasty!
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[ it's given almost reflexively, forgetting that she's - for some reason - trying to conceal (very badly) the fact that she's brought dinner for her boyfriend. ]
I, um... Made a lot of extra food, so I thought I would leave some for Diluc— and Mister Barok!
[ that's a lie she did not bring dinner for Van Zieks. ]
I would be happy to bring you some next time, too, Kaeya.
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Oho, dinner for Master Diluc, is it?
[ and he doesn't even mention van zieks because it's quite clear that he was just tacked on as an afterthought, there. ]
I'd love that, of course, but I have to ask - what's the occasion?
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Nothing special, really! I’m just… Used to cooking for bigger groups of people. Before ending up in this dream world, I was adventuring in a group, so…
[ A bit of a white lie, this time. While it’s certainly true that she usually was the one cooking for her friends at home, she of course makes enough food for at least two people here because she and Diluc are literally living together… ]
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I see.
[ wine sip kermit style. ]
And you made extra for Master Diluc? How very kind of you.
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Y…Yes. But I’ll make some for you next time, too, like I said!
[ She clears her throat. ]
Anyway, how are you settling in, Kaeya? Oh. Should I be calling you Master Kaeya…?
[ She knows that Diluc doesn’t care much for the title, and has asked her not to call him that, but… ]
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Please, just Kaeya is fine. It's been years since anyone but Adelinde called me that.
[ sir kaeya is more likely, these days, but here? he's just kaeya. he's never been particularly finicky about titles. kaeya sips his wine, and looks oriphi up and down, taking her measure, as if to say you're being very sus, but he'll drop the subject of diluc. for now. ]
So, what's on the menu?
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Oh, um... Some hand pies with meat and potatoes! And some oatmeal cookies with chocolate and fruits, since he likes sweets...
[ obvious. And also: Diluc Ragnvindr, you spoiled son of a gun. ]
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[ he chuckles warmly, sitting back in his barstool and stretching his back; he's been sitting like those prawn memes. in all honesty, he is a little bit envious, those hand pies smell delicious.. ]
You must be a dab hand at cooking.
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Ah... Would you like some, then, Kaeya...? I'm sure Diluc wouldn't mind sharing with you.
[ she says. very pointedly. ]
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Oh yes, I'm sure he would just love if I tucked into his dinner before he could get to it.
[ psych!! chuckling, kaeya turns back to his drink. ]
But no, thank you. Kind of it is for you to offer, I would so hate to impose. There's always next time!
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[ She's so sure it would have been okay. After all, there had been a faint undercurrent of lingering affection in Diluc's demeanor when he'd introduced Kaeya to Ori in that dream...
Regardless, with dinner delivered, she makes her way back around to the other side of the bar, taking the liberty to seat herself in the stool next to Kaeya's. ]
How have you settled in to Reverein so far, Kaeya? Have you found a suitable tree house to stay in yet?
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Yes, I was fortunate enough to find one quite easily. It's.. quaint, but comfortable. I can't complain.
[ and it's not as if he spends much time there.. ]
Would you like a drink?
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Well, maybe it won't stay plain for long. Everyone's houses change and shift with their dreamotion.
[ To answer his question, she leans over the counter and procures another glass. ]
If you don't mind me joining you for one, sure! I regret that our first meeting was a bit strange... I really would like to get to know you in earnest!
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Is that so? We'll see, then.
[ but that's enough smalltalk. kaeya is happy to fill her glass. ]
And I'm an open book, my dear. Anything you'd like to know?
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Well, for starters... What's your favorite food? I'll keep it mind for the next time I bring food over here.
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My favorite food? I don't suppose you would accept a cocktail as an answer, would you?
[ somehow he thinks she wouldn't be satisfied with death after noon.. ]
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No, I wouldn’t…
I’ve heard of some dishes from Mondstadt during my time here, y’know! Like… Tea Break Pancakes, and Moon Pie… Besides, if it’s a cocktail that you’d like, you could just ask our bartender to make one for you, couldn’t you?
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[ he chuckles. the drinks here are wonderful, and all, but nothing beats his death after noon.. ]
Still, if you're going to twist my arm, I also enjoy chicken and mushroom skewers. Even better if they're marinated in wine.
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[ She’s not exactly sure what it means. She’d like to ask him about it, but the cocktail is soon forgotten by the mention of chicken and mushroom skewers. Recognition flits across her features, and she smiles. ]
Oh! Diluc has made those for me before! They’re very tasty!
[ So very subtle! ]
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Yes, he learned the recipe from me. Well, the altered recipe. Quite good, hmm?
[ and he's a little smug that diluc is still making them, tbh!! ]
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[ ... why does he look so smug ]
D-Did I actually say something funny?
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[ you're just really fuckin sus my friend, he doesn't need to hear it from her lips to be suspicious.. he'll just casually sip his drink. ]
Nevertheless, I'm glad you like them! I'd be happy to jot down the recipe for you, if you'd like it for yourself.