You really do like fighting, huh. [ The 'whys' behind that make her a little curious but... It's not her place, so she won't pry. ] Though you can't do that all the time...
[ What he doesn't say is that he misses that high a little. But maybe there's something else he can do in the meantime if leveling up isn't possible. ]
The game center? I walked next to it but didn't go inside. Do you want to try it out?
[ Lapis simply tilts her head, seeming to consider that. She never found much enjoyment in fighting - it was necessary, but that was it... But there was a sense of accomplishment, when she overcame something difficult. Defeated an enemy that gave her trouble.
So maybe she can understand that?
Though Jinwoo asking her if she wants to try makes her blink, pausing for a moment. ]
I've never... really played video games before. [ Oh god that sounds bad actually. ] But trying couldn't hurt.
[ Maybe he could get his leveling up drug there, then... Jinwoo doesn't mention that after seeing that spark in Lapis' eyes after he mentioned gardening, though. ]
We'll think of something.
[ A small correction was necessary. ]
Maybe picking up cooking wouldn't be too bad considering what they're serving in the cafeteria.
[ He can cook a few simple meals, but that's about it. ]
[ The correction gets a blink, but her expression settles into something almost sheepish as she nods. Lapis hadn't really expected him to be anything but politely interested, so it's a little... nice to hear he wants to help with gardening escapades.
Then he mentions cooking, and she nods as she taps a finger against her chin. That would be practical to learn... ]
That sounds like a good idea. I know how to make some things - [ We are not including whale cake in this, culinary abomination that it is. ] - but it would be nice not to rely on LILITH for food.
[ Maybe Jinwoo hasn't realized yet that he's looking for opportunities to spend more time with Lapis. No, actually, it's very likely that he hasn't figured that one out. ]
What are the chances that the next kaiju is a big chicken? Or a cow...
[ While he has nothing against delicious in dungeon-ing monsters, he'd rather not see monster dishes become regular ones at the cafeteria. ]
I could try to learn how to cook your favorite food, and you could try learning something I like.
[ Considering how much time Lapis has spent alone, she's finding she's enjoying being able to spend time with someone. And she likes how at ease she feels around Jinwoo as well, so it only makes sense to keep seeking him out. ]
Maybe... twenty percent? Though I'm not sure if I want to make a habit of eating monsters.
[ She still wants normal things in her diet. Or as normal as they can get around here.
And his idea quickly gets her to perk up again, immediately nodding in response. Learning to cook is good, but learning more about what he likes makes it a bit better. ]
Oh! We could do that. [ Pause. ] What's your favourite food?
[ So pretty small. He doesn't even question the maths behind that probability. ]
I like fried chicken. [ Nothing too fancy, but that works in his favor right now—he doesn't want to force Lapis to learn how to cook a complicated dish. Besides, he asked about a big chicken kaiju for a reason. ] And yours?
[ Don't question the maths Lapis is terrible at maths. ]
Fried chicken... Okay, I'll remember that. [ Time to learn to make the best fried chicken ever, because she's a perfectionist who won't allow anything less.
But then Jinwoo asks her and she pauses for a moment. Or two. ]
Um... [ What does she eat when she's tired and stressed - ] Pancakes. Sweets ones, usually.
[ He's still taking the solo part too seriously. And since Lapis seems to know what's coming next, he picks her up to carry her to the donburi place—it's slightly trickier than usual because of the handcuffs, but still doable. Thanks to the dash skill, they're in front of the restaurant no longer than a minute later. ]
I need to find a car so we can visit places that are further away, too.
[ Jinwoo puts her back on the ground carefully—honestly, he doesn't mind running around, but he can't imagine it being comfortable for Lapis. ]
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[ Not because he wants to keep it a secret on purpose, though. After saying that, he can't leave Lapis hanging, even if it feels silly to admit it. ]
I don't have many hobbies... if any. I didn't have much time for myself for the past few years.
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[ Lapis can't really judge - it's not like she has many hobbies either outside of gardening and the occasional baking - but it does make her pause. ]
What do you usually do in your free time here, then?
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I had commitments. I still do.
[ He can't tell Lapis that when he wasn't joining dungeon raids, he was either unconscious or injured. ]
I hit the gym or the simulation arena. Or I just walk around the city.
[ It's nyoom around the city, actually. ]
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Mm, I can understand that. [ Considering how much of a workaholic she is.
But those don't really sound like. Hobbies..... ]
And you have fun doing those?
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[ Which SUCKS... ]
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You really do like fighting, huh. [ The 'whys' behind that make her a little curious but... It's not her place, so she won't pry. ] Though you can't do that all the time...
[ Think, think. What do people do for fun. ]
Have you tried going to that, uh, game center?
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[ What he doesn't say is that he misses that high a little. But maybe there's something else he can do in the meantime if leveling up isn't possible. ]
The game center? I walked next to it but didn't go inside. Do you want to try it out?
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So maybe she can understand that?
Though Jinwoo asking her if she wants to try makes her blink, pausing for a moment. ]
I've never... really played video games before. [ Oh god that sounds bad actually. ] But trying couldn't hurt.
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[ It occurred to him only now. ]
Maybe I can try gardening too?
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[ Not that she never tried it, it looks more headache-inducing than anything else.
And hearing that he might be interested in gardening gets her to perk up, her eyes lighting up for a brief moment. ]
You could! Maybe I'll see if that's possible in the greenhouse... If not, I can try to think of something.
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[ Maybe he could get his leveling up drug there, then... Jinwoo doesn't mention that after seeing that spark in Lapis' eyes after he mentioned gardening, though. ]
We'll think of something.
[ A small correction was necessary. ]
Maybe picking up cooking wouldn't be too bad considering what they're serving in the cafeteria.
[ He can cook a few simple meals, but that's about it. ]
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Then he mentions cooking, and she nods as she taps a finger against her chin. That would be practical to learn... ]
That sounds like a good idea. I know how to make some things - [ We are not including whale cake in this, culinary abomination that it is. ] - but it would be nice not to rely on LILITH for food.
And make stuff that we actually like.
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What are the chances that the next kaiju is a big chicken? Or a cow...
[ While he has nothing against delicious in dungeon-ing monsters, he'd rather not see monster dishes become regular ones at the cafeteria. ]
I could try to learn how to cook your favorite food, and you could try learning something I like.
[ Just putting the idea out there. ]
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Maybe... twenty percent? Though I'm not sure if I want to make a habit of eating monsters.
[ She still wants normal things in her diet. Or as normal as they can get around here.
And his idea quickly gets her to perk up again, immediately nodding in response. Learning to cook is good, but learning more about what he likes makes it a bit better. ]
Oh! We could do that. [ Pause. ] What's your favourite food?
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[ So pretty small. He doesn't even question the maths behind that probability. ]
I like fried chicken. [ Nothing too fancy, but that works in his favor right now—he doesn't want to force Lapis to learn how to cook a complicated dish. Besides, he asked about a big chicken kaiju for a reason. ] And yours?
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Fried chicken... Okay, I'll remember that. [ Time to learn to make the best fried chicken ever, because she's a perfectionist who won't allow anything less.
But then Jinwoo asks her and she pauses for a moment. Or two. ]
Um... [ What does she eat when she's tired and stressed - ] Pancakes. Sweets ones, usually.
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[ That answer both surprises him and makes sense. Jinwoo can't really explain it. ]
I'll try my best not to get kicked out of the kitchen while I'm learning.
[ He might reserve some funds for extra frying pans, though... ]
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[ If Lapis had a really bad day, she can cover them in so much fruit and chocolate. ]
And I'm sure you'll do fine! We can help each other.
[ Best to get the frying pans just in case, though. ]
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[ So far, Neo Tokyo seems fairly calm unless it's just the calm before the storm. ]
We might end up with fried chicken pancakes if we do.
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[ She never took a day off, and pancakes just eventually became comfort food. ]
And, well... Savoury pancakes are a thing.
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[ Depending on the answer, Lapis might get introduced to kimchi pancakes after he masters the art of making regular fluffy pancakes. ]
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[ Being occasionally possessed by a hellhound sure helps, along with her own like for it. ]
Do you have something in mind?
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[ Sometimes he should think about what comes from his mouth... ]
If you're hungry, I can run to the donburi place.
[ Carrying her in his arms is implied. It won't be just running, it would be his usual nyooming too. ]
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You're going to say something one day and someone is going to get the wrong idea. [ At least she's slowly getting used to his... Jinwoo-isms. ]
But alright, I'll look forward to this spicy surprise. [ Just going to see if she can make him regret it -
Then she blinks, canting her head. ]
I am, yeah. [ Pause. He's going to do a zoomie isn't he. ] Are you going to carry me again?
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[ He's still taking the solo part too seriously. And since Lapis seems to know what's coming next, he picks her up to carry her to the donburi place—it's slightly trickier than usual because of the handcuffs, but still doable. Thanks to the dash skill, they're in front of the restaurant no longer than a minute later. ]
I need to find a car so we can visit places that are further away, too.
[ Jinwoo puts her back on the ground carefully—honestly, he doesn't mind running around, but he can't imagine it being comfortable for Lapis. ]
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