[Albert nearly chokes at the implication, though it is a bit exaggerated as he clears his throat behind a fist.]
At any rate, we should depart. The salespeople are looking at me rather intently.
[He bows a quick, polite goodbye to the staff, then settles delicate fingers on Mitsuki's shoulder, a suggestion meant to steer him toward the door, which Albert is equally politely opening and ushering him through.]
I'm afraid I don't know much about this place--certainly no more than anyone else--but I believe somewhere to eat shouldn't be too hard to find.
[Being called handsome doesn't usually give Albert pause, but to hear another man saying it who isn't in his immediate circle is... amusing, to say the least. He hesitates before falling in step beside Mitsuki.]
No preference, as I have no idea what they have. Something spicy, perhaps?
[And he's off into the crowd, hoping Albert will follow along beside him. He doesn't walk quickly, at least, wanting to take his time to get the lay of the land.
There seems to be a few places selling food, from small vendors to actual restaurants, and he stops at one that seems to be selling something that smells good and spiced. Hopefully it's something familiar to at least one of them.]
[The restaurant looks small but homey, with a counter to sit at and a few tables lining the opposite wall - all in all it seems a nice change of pace from the bustle of the market even if there are a few gems inside eating and chatting.]
Yeah!
[He steps forward, greeting the gem working behind the counter, who seems surprised but motions them to take a seat at one of the open tables.
Mitsuki makes a beeline over, checking over his shoulder to make sure Albert’s following.]
[Albert follows, with a quick nod of thanks to the gem behind the counter, and takes a seat opposite Mitsuki. There's a menu already on the table, and Albert picks it up to look it over.]
Nothing seems familiar. It's a good thing I have a rather adventurous palate.
Meats, breads, vegetables like onions, carrots, potatoes... [It's hard for him to explain English food.] Curries, when we're feeling like having some spice. Indian curries are all the rage in London, still. Rich foods are popular, too. But you'll hardly see a noble without fine meat at the table.
Never. I'd like to try it, though, if you recommend it.
[Albert is adventurous when it comes to solid recommendations, and, well, he wasn't about to ask for recommendations for items at the shop, so... All the better to ask for them now in his most charming fashion, to curry (haha) a little favor.]
Well, I don't think it's so much that as the fact that I have simple tastes and I'll eat most things, especially if dear Louis cooks them.
[Just to make sure that he’s getting something actually legit - there’s no Japan here, so he’s not sure he’d be able to find something comparable.]
It’s different from Indian style curries, but I’m great at cooking so I’m sure you’ll like it! Though I’m not sure I could compare to the cooking of someone you love.
Ah, I do so enjoy that spirit. You're quite energetic, aren't you?
[But let Albert be only slightly embarrassed by that statement.]
That may be so, but I'm also a noble, and by that turn I have duties to attend to, and standards to keep. I had household servants, though they were incredibly few. Once I did try to cook on my own, and Louis cast me out of the kitchen as an abject failure after two rather spectacularly poor attempts.
I think you have a very good point. There are few things worth doing without giving your all.
[Goodness, but he's charming. Albert finds himself distracted by it already. Surely he should be paying more attention to the food.]
Too rich! I'd like to think I'm a man of usable means, it's true. [So funny, because it's not untrue.] Without Louis... Starve to death, perhaps? Then again, as now, some kind soul may see fit to guide me to food.
Yama- Ah, one of my groupmates, keeps telling me I should be more moderate in what I do... But I just don't see why I should when it comes to things like this.
[Pfff. So he's definitely super duper rich. Mitsuki understands.]
I see, so it's like that... [He props his head on his chin, smiling.] Well, I would hate to see that happen to you! It'd be too sad.
[A softer smile, just for a moment, gone as soon as it arrives.]
Why be moderate when something precious is on the line? Ah, but that may be my passionate heart speaking too loudly in polite company.
[Yeah, rich enough that he's going to have a great time playing catch up here.]
It is, I'm afraid. I'm a useless noble. [He props his own chin on the back of one hand.] Should I offer you some kind of deal? Check on me from time to time to be sure I haven't wasted away, and I'll give you something in return?
[His heart... is blackened and charred, really, has been for so, so long, but seeing someone who's clearly a being of pure sunshine makes him wonder what other possibilities exist in this world. A spark.]
I don't have to give you anything? When I'll be taking pleasure in both your company and your care?
[He straightens, smiling faintly.]
Consider it for a while. You may come up with something I can do for you, or something tangible I can offer.
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At any rate, we should depart. The salespeople are looking at me rather intently.
[He bows a quick, polite goodbye to the staff, then settles delicate fingers on Mitsuki's shoulder, a suggestion meant to steer him toward the door, which Albert is equally politely opening and ushering him through.]
I'm afraid I don't know much about this place--certainly no more than anyone else--but I believe somewhere to eat shouldn't be too hard to find.
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[He says with no shame at all. It’s objectively true!
He lets himself being led out the door, looking around.]
There should be somewhere close - this is a shopping district, after all! Any preference for the kind of food...?
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No preference, as I have no idea what they have. Something spicy, perhaps?
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That should be doable! I’m sure we can find a place like that with no problem if we follow our noses.
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That should be a fair way to tell. Let's perhaps try... this way?
[He points to the left. Since he came from the other direction, he'll get double the benefit, seeing all new property along the way.]
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[And he's off into the crowd, hoping Albert will follow along beside him. He doesn't walk quickly, at least, wanting to take his time to get the lay of the land.
There seems to be a few places selling food, from small vendors to actual restaurants, and he stops at one that seems to be selling something that smells good and spiced. Hopefully it's something familiar to at least one of them.]
Here?
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He stops short when Mitsuki does, and looks inside to the extent that he can.]
It certainly smells good. Let's give it a try.
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Yeah!
[He steps forward, greeting the gem working behind the counter, who seems surprised but motions them to take a seat at one of the open tables.
Mitsuki makes a beeline over, checking over his shoulder to make sure Albert’s following.]
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Nothing seems familiar. It's a good thing I have a rather adventurous palate.
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[He scans the menu, before settling on something that at least sounds like it’ll be good. After a moment, something occurs to him.]
What kind of food do you even eat, when you’re from?
[Which is super not a thing he thought he’d say.]
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Meats, breads, vegetables like onions, carrots, potatoes... [It's hard for him to explain English food.] Curries, when we're feeling like having some spice. Indian curries are all the rage in London, still. Rich foods are popular, too. But you'll hardly see a noble without fine meat at the table.
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[He almost offers to cook some for him, but he reigns himself in. He should get settled before he offers to cook for complete strangers.]
Seems like a pretty basic diet, though!
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[Albert is adventurous when it comes to solid recommendations, and, well, he wasn't about to ask for recommendations for items at the shop, so... All the better to ask for them now in his most charming fashion, to curry (haha) a little favor.]
Well, I don't think it's so much that as the fact that I have simple tastes and I'll eat most things, especially if dear Louis cooks them.
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[Just to make sure that he’s getting something actually legit - there’s no Japan here, so he’s not sure he’d be able to find something comparable.]
It’s different from Indian style curries, but I’m great at cooking so I’m sure you’ll like it! Though I’m not sure I could compare to the cooking of someone you love.
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[A little laugh.]
You know... I can't say I cook. You might find me leaning on your hospitality if you aren't careful.
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[He raises an eyebrow - he's not... Unused to people being unable to cook for themselves, but that's mostly people his age or younger than him...]
Well, I don't mind. It's kind of nice to take care of someone! Though you seemed like the sort of person who could take care of himself.
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[But let Albert be only slightly embarrassed by that statement.]
That may be so, but I'm also a noble, and by that turn I have duties to attend to, and standards to keep. I had household servants, though they were incredibly few. Once I did try to cook on my own, and Louis cast me out of the kitchen as an abject failure after two rather spectacularly poor attempts.
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I just think that if you're going to do anything, no matter what it is, you need to give it your all. Even if it's just talking to people!
[He's trying very hard not to laugh.]
I see... So you're too rich to cook for yourself. Or, well, you were. Now what are you going to do without Louis around?
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I think you have a very good point. There are few things worth doing without giving your all.
[Goodness, but he's charming. Albert finds himself distracted by it already. Surely he should be paying more attention to the food.]
Too rich! I'd like to think I'm a man of usable means, it's true. [So funny, because it's not untrue.] Without Louis... Starve to death, perhaps? Then again, as now, some kind soul may see fit to guide me to food.
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Yama- Ah, one of my groupmates, keeps telling me I should be more moderate in what I do... But I just don't see why I should when it comes to things like this.
[Pfff. So he's definitely super duper rich. Mitsuki understands.]
I see, so it's like that... [He props his head on his chin, smiling.] Well, I would hate to see that happen to you! It'd be too sad.
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Why be moderate when something precious is on the line? Ah, but that may be my passionate heart speaking too loudly in polite company.
[Yeah, rich enough that he's going to have a great time playing catch up here.]
It is, I'm afraid. I'm a useless noble. [He props his own chin on the back of one hand.] Should I offer you some kind of deal? Check on me from time to time to be sure I haven't wasted away, and I'll give you something in return?
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There's nothing wrong with passion and following your heart! People should do that more often, especially when it comes to important stuff!
[Sorry, Albert, he's just... Like This.]
I'm sure you have some uses. [Like bankrolling a concert.] You don't have to give me anything to do that, but I'd be happy to.
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I don't have to give you anything? When I'll be taking pleasure in both your company and your care?
[He straightens, smiling faintly.]
Consider it for a while. You may come up with something I can do for you, or something tangible I can offer.
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No, all of that is free of charge! You just have to enjoy it, and that’s payment enough.
[Okay, Mitsuki.]
But I’ll keep that in mind, if it’ll make you feel better.
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[He actually looks amused, and his smile is sincere.]
It seems we'll have each other's company to look forward to for quite some time.