agora | CROSS-CANON DOUBLE DATE OF THE MULTIVERSE

[ help. alhaitham just. stops and looks at him like this. he'll wait for vash to remember that pointing is rude, if he ever does. ]

[ He stops pointing not because it's rude, but because it's a weird pose to hold for too long. Sometimes, you're old and incorrigible to a fault, disrespectful and free.

That hand offers a small wave, though, undeterred by Alhaitham's steel countenance. ]

I'm Vash, Kaveh's friend.

[ ok, so he's not going to figure it out. alhaitham is taking notes on him, but based on this short interaction and what kaveh's already told him, he's already guessed that this is vash. ]

Alhaitham. I should get used to the fact that you're both more acquainted with me than I am of you. [ kaveh mentioned that they could see into other peoples' memories. awkward, but there's nothing he can do about it. ]

You were able to see Kaveh's victory at the Interdarshan Championship then.

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[ Alhaitham is unfortunately going to learn that Vash is a creature. At least he's friendly and doesn't bite. ]

I wouldn't say that... Sure, Kaveh mentioned you a couple of times, but that's not the same as meeting someone.

[ A nods. It is incredibly awkward, but he tries not to make that the focus. ]

It looked like it. I couldn't ask for details because we were really drunk—wait. You should sit down and drink with us a little! Kaveh already brought out the wine, so...!

[ He gestures with his free hand. Come come!! ]

[ vash really is so smiley. alhaitham can't help but be reminded of nilou. ]

How unsurprising.

[ as alhaitham sits on one of the divans, he glances quickly at the wine labels. there's a chance that one or both of those came from his stash. ]

And thanks, but I'd rather not drink without having something to eat as well. We should get going to Lambad's Tavern soon.

We're going to eat out? [ This comes to a surprise where he stop drinking the wine. ] Wolfwood and I don't have any currency here yet.

[ Four people seems expensive! And while Vash isn't against taking freebies... He doesn't want to assume this is free. ]

Oh? Was that not the intent?

[ glancing briefly at kaveh and then back to vash. ]

When visiting another region, I believe it is customary to sample the local cuisines. There are dishes at the tavern that can't be found elsewhere in Sumeru. We can save dinner at home for another time.

[ like tomorrow. when kaveh has to cook. ]

Furthermore, cooking for several people seems like an unnecessary hassle. It would also take up too much time.

[ he's hungies ]

Really? They traveled all the way from another world and you can't spare half an hour in the kitchen? [:/ Alhaitham your single bachelor habits are showing]

I don't recall ever agreeing to cook for your guests in our discussions about their visit.

[ if they did, he would have outright said no or "i'll consider it but the additional ingredients will cost you". these are your friends not his!! ]

It's your turn to make dinner anyway! All you have to do is double the ingredients!

What difference would there be in my cooking versus going to the tavern? You still haven't given me a compelling reason to do so.

Engaging in a social experiment to see what it's like to be a nice, gracious host for once in your life?

[ you lost him at "social" ]

No thanks. I'm not interested.

[ughhhHHHHHHHH]

Fine, but you're paying.

We should get going before it gets busy.

YOU'RE PAYING.

[DON'T JUST IGNORE WHAT HE SAID HE KNOWS YOUR TRICKS]

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Uh... If it was, I didn't know. We kind of just showed up without knowing if there's a game plan. That all sounds cool to me if you're fine that we won't be able to pay until we pick up some odd jobs here.

[ The Triguns are very lax and not fussy about food. It is part of their outlaw life not worrying over what to eat, but the money to get it. ]

If it's prepping food that's a hassle, Wolfwood and I can help do some chopping!

I'm sure Kaveh already has an itinerary made up for you.

[ or at least a mental list of places he was going to take them to. ]

I'd be surprised if he allowed guests to do any work during their visits. Or was cooking something that you were looking forward to? [ maybe kaveh made some promise he doesn't know about ]

He seems like that type.

[ Vash assigns Kaveh a good host only because he seems like one. ]

I'm not going to get in the way of a chef in his kitchen, but helping won't hurt! We would just be sitting around, anyway.

[ There's no promise, but in general Vash doesn't mind doing some work around the place as they're guests. ]

I wouldn't say I'm a chef, and I have no preference on whether or not I receive help so long as there's space to move about the kitchen.

[ still. ]

My only preference is to minimize effort while still producing maximum results. The Tavern rarely ever disappoints. If you have no other objections, it's only a short walk. You're free to finish your glass, if you'd prefer.

[In the background where Alhaitham cannot see him, Kaveh rolls his eyes and mouths "~my only preference is to minimize effort while still producing maximum results~" with a mocking expression]

[ Just gives him a knowing smile... He understands now, he understands. ]

Uh... Sure. Wolfwood and I are pretty good with our knifework. We're used to not having a lot of money on us, so we can't afford to waste food, either.

[ Vash can see what Kaveh has been complaining about, but so far he just thinks Alhaitham is funny. It's like when you visit a place and think you love it, but you only love it because you're vacationing. ANYWAY. ]

If it's okay, sure! We'll pay you guys back when we can, or if there are any errands you want us to run we're your guys.

[ Watch him down this whole glass right now. ]

Although we won't be taking you up on that offer, it's appreciated.

[ imagine living with this every day.... i would be kaveh and want to strangle him too ]

[ he hasn't seen alhaitham at his worst yet so he thinks this is all fine and dandy ]