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[salaryman]

Good grief.

[ But he at least understands that Fai is attempting to soothe whatever pain is inside of him with these sort of antics. He closes his eyes, turns away to take another longer sip of his coffee, as he weighs his choices.

Nanami lets out a single sigh before leaning forward and opening his mouth. ]

Ah. [ With a lot less gusto, but it is said. ]

[partymagician]

[ Wow.

He actually did it. Fai is shocked for a moment, his eyebrows raised, before he smiles again and pops the fork right into Nanami's mouth. Once he's sure Nanami has gotten the bite, he slides the fork out of his mouth and back towards himself. ]

Not as enthusiastic as I'd like, but I'll still take it. So, what do you think?

[ The cake itself is nice and light, the icing sweet but not overly so and accented with a coffee flavor. ]

[salaryman]

[ The atmosphere around him once more turns that light shade of pink. He nods along to nothing, as he has to admit that it is good. ]

It's good. But everything that you make is good. It's handmade, after all.

[partymagician]

[ His eyes light up at that admission. ]

You think so? I always try to make sure whatever I make suits the tastes of the one I'm making it for, so... I'm glad you like what I make for you.

[ Cooking for other people really does make him happy. He feels like he's doing something good for others for once. It's a nice change of pace. ]

[memoriams]

[Now, then. Alucard can hardly blame the man. He does not truly know his story, nor where this predilection comes from — something quite important, or a life-changing event, perhaps, that caused him to be this way. Or perhaps it was his personality, and little more than that?

Hard to say, coming from a man who does not desire to be perceived by anyone, as he says.

Alucard gives the bartender at a distance a little wave, motioning for him to come over. No doubt Nanami’s own order will be filled soon, should the man have an idea of what he wants.]

No one at all? What about those from your home?

[cursedappetite]

[ It was hard for him to write that initial message, having rewritten it numerous times. Would it been better to call? Show up in person? He's not sure. But what's done is done. So, all he can do is answer Nanami's question at hand. ]

Still a bit groggy, but doing better. Fushiguro's helping to make sure I'm regaining Manna.

[ Hopefully that comes off as innocent as it was meant. ]

[disasdeer]

That's not something you thank people for, Nanami-san.

[ Hm. ]

Ah. Is that the case? That's very fortunate.

I didn't transform this time, I think I may have escaped lucky for now. Though I think I should anticipate next time will be much worse, if I'm not careful.

[salaryman]

[ When the bartender comes by, he immediately orders a cheap beer for himself. He just isn't someone who likes to drink something expensive on someone else's tab, either. (Hmph!) ]

Those from my home have an idea of who I am, but they do not know me. I am fine if that is how things remain.

[ The ones that know him are the ones that knew him before he decided that he no longer desired to be seen by anyone. He would rather just remove his emotions from the equation -- from every equation -- so that he can effectively complete each task set before him. ]

You seem bothered by this, even though I wished for it not to be.

[salaryman]

[ Saying something is a relief is obvious, but -- ]

That is a relief.

[ -- Itadori is not on Earth anymore. Sharing a little bit of concern would not be the end of the world, and honestly, Itadori should know that there are other people that care about him. ]

He is? I suppose that is no surprise. [ He does take it as innocently as it is meant. ] Both of you do not forget to take care of yourselves as you worry about Manna.

[salaryman]

Why not?

[ Hmph. ]

I agree that it is quite fortunate. If I did anything to harm anyone, I would see no reason why I should not be put down like some renegade regardless of the reason.

[ Nanami can say that because he is a Grade 1 Sorcerer; the amount of damage that he could do cannot be dismissed. ]

Please do. I would not want anything to happen to you, Louis-kun.

[salaryman]

You don't have to put that much thought into making something for me.

[ He has no desire to return to their old argument about worth, but he still feels like making a point that he will be fine with anything that he makes.

Though, Nanami pauses -- involuntarily shuddering at the idea of eating subpar food from now on. ]

No, nevermind. Continue to think of me when you make dishes.

[partymagician]

[ That shudder has Fai thinking that Nanami is imagining what it would be like if Fai just did whatever he wanted with his dishes, and he has to suppress a laugh. ]

Don't worry, I wouldn't make you something I wouldn't eat myself.

[ He might like to mess around, but he won't do something like that at least. Speaking of messing around, though... Fai leans against the counter, giving Nanami a cheeky smile. ]

I'd be happy to continue thinking of you, though.

[ He saw an opening and he took it. Sorry he's like this.

((and let me know if that's not okay too!!)) ]

((no worries!!))

[salaryman]

I would hope not. [ A beat. ] Sharing meals is something that makes having a roommate worthwhile, right?

[ It gives the feeling that they are not as alone as they believe. Even if Nanami is a person that doesn't want to be perceived by others, Fai is also that kind of person. Since they do not want to be seen or sympathized with, it makes living together actually comfortable and peaceful rather than restrictive and painful. ]

If it involves meals, I don't mind.

[ He pushes his glasses up with one hand as he takes another sip of coffee. ]

((OK GOOD!!))

[partymagician]

Mm, that's part of it.

[ Sharing meals with someone is nice. Before Nanami had moved in, Fai had gotten pretty lonely having most of his meals alone. He'd gotten so used to sharing them with his companions that he hadn't realized how much he would end up missing it.

Fai tilts his head a little. ]

Only meals?

[salaryman]

Only meals.

[ As though to make a point, he takes a deep drink of his coffee. His eyes close as he does so, like he is not allowing any complaint.

He refuses to see it, so there will be none. ]

That is more than enough for me.

[partymagician]

[ Sorry, Nanami. He has complaints.

Fai sets his own slice of cake down, crossing his arms as he tilts his head. ]

Hmmm... I'm afraid I can't do that, Nanami.

[ He's dropped the nickname too, which means he's serious about this. ]

I consider you a friend. It's inevitable that I'll think of you in other times too, like when I see a book I think you might enjoy.

[ While they are roommates, he can't help but consider Nanami his friend too. Since Fai isn't used to having friends, he takes this seriously. ]

[salaryman]

[ He looks over the coffee cup, staring hard at Fai. ]

We are friends, and I am telling you that you do not need to do that for me.

[ Nanami realizes that he is going too far in his desires to not be "seen" by other people. Back home, he did not fuss that much when someone got him something. It was rare when it happened, and he would only tell them that they should spend their money a little wiser, but still accept the gift.

He also does not know how long he will be in this world; he does not know what will happen. His desire to fulfill his duty to others runs hotter than usual. He does not want to do anything to burden them; he doesn't want to do anything to have them remember him if he should fade one way or another. ]

Can you do that for me as my friend?

[partymagician]

[ He doesn't need to, but he wants to. Little things like that is how Fai shows that he cares. ]

No.

[ There's a slight frown on his face. Nanami doesn't think he's worth that kind of thought, right? That's what Fai has garnered from that conversation they had at the bonfire.

Hm. ]

You're worried that you're troubling me if I think about you, right? Asking me not to troubles me more.

[disasdeer]

I understand it's a normal thing to do when you like a person.

[ Ah - ]

I don't think people here are keen to put down someone who has gone feral because most understand it is outside of someone's control. But certainly doing what you can to slow down someone is an option.

You're a pretty thoughtful person, Nanami-san.

[blessedshadows]

Are... you sure?

You don't need to do that for us, Nanami-san.

[ The last thing on his mind has been getting food, wanting and needing to spend the time here with Itadori just in case he wakes up. But Nanami just got here and now he's leaving again to buy food for them. ]

[memoriams]

[Alucards brows pinch together slightly as he considers this. Bothered? He isn’t quite sure if that’s the right word, but it is something he considers strange.

A clink on the bartop indicates that they’ve received their drinks, and Alucard’s pale fingers slip around his glass as he weighs what to say next.]

Not bothered. Simply confused.

[He clinks a nail against the glass.]

It seems lonely, I think. But keep in mind that this is coming from a man who struggled with much the same. [Past tense, what a lark.] I will admit that being able to keep an arm-length distance from strangers is ideal, but to those who are… closer? That would be more difficult.

[He takes a drink. It goes down like fire, and he wrinkles his nose.]

Ah… or is it that you remain mysterious everyone in your world?

[salaryman]

Eventually, it will come to trouble you.

[ It is why he attempts to remain firm and steadfast; it is why he puts so much effort in being a solid foundation for others and not seek out any comfort or relief for himself. His duty to others comes before his own well-being, and he's fine with that. ]

Why would it trouble you more?

[salaryman]

Even so, the concern should not be met with nothing.

[ Hmph. ]

Even if it is outside of their control, if I am a danger to someone, I would like to be dealt with rather than treated mercifully. Keep that in mind. I would hope nothing like that happens in the future, but just in case.

I only do what I believe is correct.

[salaryman]

I am.

[ He pauses at that comment -- that he does not have to do that for them. His gaze shifts from looking to Itadori then back to Fushiguro. ]

No, it is something that I need to do. [ As an adult, as someone who is worried about the two of them, it is all that he can do at the moment. ] I won't be gone long.

[ And he turns around to leave. ]

[salaryman]

[ He offers a small hum when Alucard says that he struggled the same as he is. Nanami doesn't believe that he's struggling, but that is the truth that he is living in. Truths are different for many people, and the reality he lives in is one where he is not burdened by keeping others away. ]

It is difficult but relatively easy, as well. [ A beat follows. ] I place their lives before my own. They may wish to perceive me but they have troubles that far outweigh my existence, in my opinion, anyway.

So, they do not really have the time to be concerned or confused about what I am doing. [ Nanami takes a drink of his beer, and lets out a pleased sigh as soon as he finishes swallowing. ] So, there is no mystery. It is merely that I place myself behind their problems. [ And lives. ]