Open: August Catch All

[perfectdistance]

Who ⬤ Nero and various
What ⬤ Open starters
When ⬤ August
Where ⬤ Various
Content Warnings ⬤ Currently none


I. Restaurant hunting | Edges of Tamamo territory

[Or maybe more accurately, he's looking at several of the buildings in the area. He's not quite ready to buy or rent property and start a shop, but it's good to know what's around the Tamamo area. He's avoiding places that are extremely expensive and spending more time around the corners of the district, bordering between the other faction areas.

He has a notebook out and writing up notes about the areas, even if it's not about specific buildings.]


II. Mr. Libido | Tamamo

[Sometimes you end up with leadership positions you weren't really looking for! Here he is with his one star and one star responsibilities and he's staring down this man dancing in front of a restaurant.]

If you ain't gonna leave, I'll make you.

[Which is a weird threat from somebody who's wielding a butter knife, a fork and a spoon. The threat remains.]

III. Who says no to free food?

A | Your apartment

[Has Nero said he was going to cook for you?

If he said he was going to cook for you, he's shown up at your door with a grocery bag of ingredients and the intent to cook. You wouldn't turn him away would you? ]

You're not busy, right?

B | Tamamo Apartments
[If he hasn't specifically told you he was going to cook for you, he's still living in the starter Tamamo apartments for now. Figuring he has to do something for his fellow Tamamos, he's left his door open and is inviting people in to grab a meal in the morning. There's a full spread of warm scrambled eggs, freshly baked bread, sausage and bacon and several pitchers of juices. There are also some bowls of fresh fruit, if you'd rather have that. 

No milk, no matter where you look.]

You should eat somethin' in the morning.

Comments

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[kikuichi]

[When it comes to money and speed, Norimune usually dine in the Sutoku territory. But with a higher rank, he's able to consider more expensive places for future visits.

And for that, he would occasionally scout the area. To see what places are here, if they're still here and if they're advertising any special promotions. He could see the gradual shift in local culture, in this area bordering between the two territories.

He also can see someone taking notes, drawing his curiosity. As he's free right now, it's easier for him to play as the curious old man instead of an officer.

... Just a moment, this person looks familiar. Thinking back... maybe he need another reminder? Until then, he'll curiously walk over towards him.]

What are you doing?

[perfectdistance]

[He's not so totally lost in thought he doesn't notice when somebody else comes up to him. There's something familiar about this face, though he can't quite figure out why. Maybe one of those pictures from the Ember app? It seemed like there were a lot of Lost Souls with accounts there.]

Trying to find a good place for a small restaurant. Figured I should look around some.

[kikuichi]

A small restaurant? Oh, how exciting!

[It's good to have a goal. That seems add something to his line of thoughts... He try to get a peek at the man's notes.]

What kind of restaurant? That might help you figure out a spot.

[Like competing with similiar cuisine? Or offers something very different and unique?]

[perfectdistance]

[His notes are pros and cons of all the different places he's visited so far. Some of them have "Too expensive" and other are "Too loud".]

Nothin' too fancy. Warm and homey meals, really. Somethin' that can provide some comfort.

Closed Starter | Aster

[perfectdistance]

[Nero arrives at the "cafe" Aster mentioned at the moment he was told to, not a moment too late. Noon is a reasonable time for anybody, though it does mean the streets are busy with everybody who's trying to get a bite to eat before work once again claims them.

He always thought the afterlife would be less busy. Turns out that's not how it goes.

Nero didn't give a single description of himself on that thread, but when he spots Aster, he raises a hand in greeting.]

Hey.

[shittylittle]

[Honestly, Aster figured that it was probably best to head out as soon as he woke up and got himself looking presentable. ...Mostly because, after working at the club and then doing a little 'dating' after, there's not actually all that much time left for sleep. Does he need it? No. Is he still going to insist on beauty sleep and whatever skincare they might offer at Donki?

Yes!

Anyway, that just means that he's been sitting at the cafe, a nondescript place that almost seems too normal to be here, sipping at a mineral water until his date shows up. And they'll make themselves known, he assumes, since he already made who he was very clear. So he turns in his chair every time he hears someone call out, and this time, it's right on the money!

And a cutie, too...Lucky day, lucky day...] Hi~ Anonymous, I knew you'd be cute face-to-face ♡ Kind people always are, huhu~

[Then he gestures at the empty seat opposite, face crinkling up with the force of his smile.] If you want to sit first and talk some more, we can! Ooooooor...We can get to business, or go get your sugary reward. There are options~

[perfectdistance]

[Eh, he doesn't know about all kind people being cute, but he doesn't make any move to correct him. It's fine, you know? It doesn't bother him at all.]

Either one's good for me. You need to eat, yeah? As long as you're not starvin' we can chat some.

[He takes the seat across from him, since he doesn't feel like he's in any rush.]

I'm Nero. We're both in Tamamo so I figured I should help you out, y'know? [Not just anybody can take his blood, but since he got a promotion, it only seems reasonable to help his fellow factionmates.]

[shittylittle]

And he's easygoing, too~ What a man!

[Once Nero's seated, Aster props his chin up on both hands, elbows on the table, and leans in a little bit as though he's looking at the most fascinating man in the world. Might as well be, really.] Nero ☆ I'm Aster, and I'm really happy that all the higher ranks seem to be so nice...I just hope that I get to return the favour once I have something worth returning it with~

Oh-- hang on! This is for you. Supplies, for once we're done. Just so that if I forget or you have to rush off, then you still have something to tide you over~

[He bends down, one hand up in the air as if halting the conversation is physically possible, and brings a plastic bag up to thunk on the tabletop.] Green and blue drinks, just as promised, and a rollcake from the store just in case the nice bakery is closed.

III-B

[sweetsong]

[ even though robin doesn't live in the starter apartments anymore, he still comes by time to time in order to help those who still need to be acclimated. as he grows in rank, he feels more responsible for the newer lost souls.

but of course, he's going to be attracted by the scent of something delicious. something tasty that is making his stomach grumble.

it might even be the last time it does. ]

Huh?

[ robin turns in the direction of the man and the breakfast. ]

I... yeah, I guess I should! I ran right out the door this morning... did you really make all of that?

[ as he peeks and looks... my god. ]

[perfectdistance]

[It's a very nice spread of breakfast! Come in, eat something, settle your stomach and properly get ready for the day.]

Yeah. Figured I should do somethin', and there's not a lot else my skills are good for.

[He's a cook, this is the best thing he can do for the majority of people.]

If you're already here, why not eat something.

[sweetsong]

[ robin grabs a plate. the eggs are calling him for sure, as well as the sausage... the bread, too! juice and fruit. the bacon he can grab later. he wants to taste everything that nero has to offer. ]

Just "somethin'"?! This is amazing! I can't remember the last time I had home cooked food like this.

[ there's a flicker of something that breaks the smile, but just that--- a second before he snaps back into a wide smile.

but before he digs in? he takes a moment to think. ]

How long have you been cooking? Like, I wanna learn sometime, but I've been doing clan things as of late... keeps me busy.

[perfectdistance]

[As far as Nero's concerned it's just a little something. He's really gotten used to helping out in the manor and feeding the 20+ people who lived there. At least nobody's complaining about what he's put out in the morning.

He notes the flicker, but he won't press right now. The moment he starts prying is the moment when somebody else takes it as an invitation to learn about him.]

Me? Ever since I was little. Spent my whole life cooking. If you got some time you can come help out.

iii a

[federates]

[ nero has indeed said as much, and they'd even agreed to a time; after peering through his peephole, the door clicks open. barton folds his arms and leans against its frame, his expression one of muted excitement. obviously, he's not running out the door right this moment, so he's dressed casually in a shirt and sweatpants. ]

Ah.. Yo, Nero!

[ he peers at the man, then glancing to the bag of food. this may be a little bit awkward, considering their last encounter, but barton's determined to bulldoze right through that. whew! ]

Glad you came... I was looking forward to this! [ -- and he's apparently forgot for the moment to move so that, you know, nero can enter. ]

[perfectdistance]

[ He said he was going to come by, and it would be rude if he didn't show up.

It's a minor struggle not to stare directly at Barton's chest. Even if this isn't really a professional visit, he said he was going to cook, not get railed a second time. (Unless...?)

He lifts the bag of ingredients. ]

Hey, Barton. Gonna let me in?

[ Very little cooking can be done in a hallway. ]

[federates]

[ (unless...?) ]

[ oh, duh.

barton scoots off to the side, holding the door ajar for nero to enter. when he does, he allows the door to click shut. however tempered he'd appeared before - not that that had lasted long - he brightens again. ]

[ it's just a kitchenette, like nero has already viewed. but barton gestures to a few areas of it, addressing any utensils he may need for food preparation. ]

No clue if I'd be of any help! [ that's straightforward; he's no chef, but he wants to offer, and he lifts his shoulder in something approximating a shrug. ] Ha, would you need any...?

[perfectdistance]

When its just us? I'll be just fine on my own. If it was big feast or somethin' I might put you to work.

[It might be fun to order Barton around, but he'd need a better reason than just one shared meal. It doesn't really seem like Enma and Tamamo work together that often, in that the two things they do don't have the same sort of crossover.

Entertainment and cops? Who's asking cops to entertain them?

Though this cop... Nero doesn't stare at his chest but he does start making quick work of cleaning and de-veining the shrimp he brought over.]

Let me know if I can borrow your services for that.

III A

[threateningly]

[Sannan has moved up ever so slightly in the world, so he's in something better than the basic apartment. He's still pleasantly surprised when Nero reaches out and offers to come by, and he opens the door with a gentle smile when his guest arrives.

Reaching out to take any supplies and groceries, he welcomes Nero in.]

I've been busy. I hope you have been, too.

[perfectdistance]

[Nero has also moved on up in the ladder, but he's also not quite ready to move out of his apartment. It's nice to see the other factions apartments. How's the kitchen looking over here?]

Yeah, there's a lot of stuff going on in the factions right now. How's work been for ya?

[threateningly]

[He really just wanted more privacy. He's used to packed, rowdy places, but he's quiet and fond of isolating himself, too.]

It's going well. I started instructing at a dojo nearby.

3b;

[sicklysweet]

[Does Owen sleep in the starter Tamamo apartments? Allegedly. He certainly hasn't bothered looking for a place to put in his own name, but seeing him there is a surprisingly rare occurrence. Hopefully Nero hasn't gotten comfortable, anyways.

Even if he's currently stronger than the other wizard... That's fine. It's fine.]

Can I make a request?

[Yeah, he sees all that food, and yeah, he's grabbing some bread and tearing it apart while looking Nero dead in the eyes, but he doesn't want eggs right now.]

[perfectdistance]

[... He should've expected Owen lived here. He should've known. Where else was he going to end up?]

What d'ya want?

[Jam? He's pulling out some strawberry jam from the fridge.]

[sicklysweet]

[Nero is doomed to a life of always having at least One obnoxious Northern wizard around.........]

Waffles. Topped with a mountain of fluffy, sweet cream and sticky jam.

[So, you know, exactly what you would expect him to ask for.]

III A

[silentscout]

[Lalli is surprised that anyone would come visit him like this. He did invite Nero over that one time, but he didn't expect Nero to remember how to get here.]

Maybe. Why?

[He is not actually busy, but he wants to know what Nero is up to first.]

[perfectdistance]

[ He only knows how to get there in the most parkour way possible, so I can only assume he got up that way and is on the balcony. ]

You hungry? I could make you something.

[silentscout]

[Parkour with a bag of groceries...okay, Lalli can respect that and let him in.]

If you want to. But why?