005 :: MINGLE! It's not just April Fools' Day.

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ In strategic places around the Plane are multicolored sticky notes -- on tree barks, on the information kiosk, at the entrances to the Bar, the Coliseum, the Theater and the Bath House; and at whatever thing that resembles a bulletin board at the Library. It says in (readable!) block writing:



Anyone stepping/arriving into the Kitchen will be greeted with an impressive rag-tag spread (finger foods, little tarts, canapés, etc.) which looks suspiciously catered. The host? Has his hair tied in a loose ponytail and the sleeves of his dress shirt rolled up. Regardless of who comes in, they'll be greeted with a bright smile and an enthused -- ]

Come on, dig in!


(( OOC: Ssssh~ it's Kiran's belated birthday celebration! He just decided there was far too much food in his reality, so the party extends to the Plane~ Tag in and tag among yourselves, everybody's welcome! ))

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[lamb_of_gold]

It does my heart well to know your handwriting has improved.

[There's a small box in Mu's hand that may or may not be a peace offering]

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ Birthdays are like New Years; and there's nothing that Kiran won't forgive of his Master. ]

It wasn't that bad to begin with. I could still read it! [ A pause and -- ] And I'll clean it all up later.

[lamb_of_gold]

It's a fair deal better than mine, at least.

[There's a slight awkwardness to his tone and movements. He's not quite sure how to react after the last time they spoke, but he hands the box to Kiki.] It isn't much, but you were fond of this as a child. Happy birthday, Lamb.

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ The gift is received with a broad grin. ] I'm still quite fond of it, until now. Thank you, Master.

[ He doesn't open it right away, and sets it down on an empty space on the counter momentarily. His smile sobers as he takes his Master in an embrace. ] ... and I'm sorry.

[ As far as he's concerned, the awkward can take a hike or come later, but this must come first. ]

[supernova1006]

[He's been getting used to the Plane. Okay, that's actually a lie, mostly he's just been forcing himself to deal with these new circumstances. If he alone is going to have knowledge and access to a multidimensional nexus, best to actually learn about it.]

[Of course wandering the Plane trying to see if it has edges and marveling over the totally random buildings and bits of landscape here and there builds up a hunger. And there are nice smells from over here.]

[He's in a better mood than when he arrived, at least, so he's all smiles when he shows up.]

Hello!

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ Cheerful faces are good! ]

Hello to you too!

[ He points to a tray of canapés. ]

You should try these, specially if you like cheese.

[supernova1006]

Heh, is this really okay? This is a lot of food...there can't be very much here to begin with.

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

'Course it is! I can just flick on back home to grab some more! Iced tea or soda?

[ Let him just grab a glass from the cupboards ~ ]

I don't think we've met before. You new to the Plane?

[oliverplus]

[Oliver is most definitely not one to pass up on free food. after seeing the note, he heads into the kitchen curiously. his eyes light up when he sees the spread] Wow! It's like a posh party!

[only after that outburst does he spot Kiran. his eyes widen, and he smiles happily at the surprise] Hey, Kiran! Did you do all this? [he gestures at the food]

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

Oh hey! [ Oliver is welcomed with a big smile, and Kiran shakes his head. ] Nah, I'm not that skillful of a cook. These were catered in back home and I decided to share. Come on, help yourself!

[oliverplus]

Cheers! [Oliver does indeed grab a plate and start grabbing one of almost all the finger foods to try--basically anything that doesn't involve broccoli] What's the occasion? [he pops a meatball into his mouth]

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ Kiran had taken to getting some glasses from the cabinets, and looks over his shoulder with an impish smile. ] It's April Fools!

[ And after a pause -- ] and my birthday. So! Soda or iced tea?

and belatedly

[desertdaggers]

[Hawk's not one to pass up an opportunity for food, particularly free food, but he nods to Kiran first with a smile.]

Thanks. Is there a special occasion going on for all this?

I see no late!

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ Oh hey, new face hello! ]

It's a double occasion! It's April Fool's and it's my birthday!

So! Soda or iced tea?

excellent.

[desertdaggers]

Ahhh. Well, then, happy birthday, and happy… April Fool's, was it? Happy April Fool's. [he leans in, lowering his voice a little and glancing around. confidentially:] What exactly happens on April Fool's?

[he straightens up and smiles, head lifted slightly.] I'll try a soda, please.

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

Thank you! And here you go~! [ Kiran hands him his glass of soda. ] April Fools' Day is just a day in April where you're free to play pranks on people -- and they should expect it!

You don't have that where you're from, I take it?

[behisequal]

[Loki is...coming to terms with the fact that his powers are completely ruined and he has to wait for this experiment to run its course. Granted, it's not the worst thing that could've happened to him. He could return to Asgard whenever he chooses and pretend everything is all right.

However, he doesn't trust his luck to hold out long enough. Sooner rather than later, he'll end up thrust into a situation where he'll need his magic to save himself and his friends from whatever foolish and reckless action Thor has engaged them in.

So, he's staying here--but even he gets hungry, so after seeing a few curious signs, he ventures over to the kitchen to see what kind of feast has been prepared.]

With what should I dig? [The expression is lost on him, but he can't deny that the food, foreign as some of it is, smells very appetizing.]

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ The question takes Kiran a little bit off-guard for a moment, but his smile remains. ]

Ah-- well, it's a way of saying "eat as much as you like, you don't need to ask permission for it, and manners be damned"!

[ The latest guest is presented with a tray of small croque-monsieurs. ]

Here, try these!

[behisequal]

Ahh, I see. [Yet another delightful mortal phrase. Still, he grabs one of the small delicacies, taking a bite out of it.] These are quite excellent! What do you call them?

[Actually, now that he's paying attention to his host, he catches sight of the same kind of marks he's seen on Mu's forehead. Interesting.]

[betrayedtwin]

[With all the little notes and such around the Plane, North can't help but go to the kitchen to check out what it's all about. And when he steps in, he's pretty damn impressed! (Then again, anything would be more appealing than some of the stuff they serve in the Mother of Invention's mess hall.)]

Well, don't have to tell me twice! [He walks over to pick up a plate. He'll take his helmet off in a sec.] What's the occasion?

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ The armor almost makes Kiran do a double-take, used to being around Doc (not to mention this man's armor and that of Doc's might be a tad similar in color at first glance), and he had seen Agents Wash and South; but only does he realize that there could be more than three from Doc's world. ]

It's my birthday! Well, it's being celebrated back home and I thought I'd bring a bit of the party here.

Anything you'd like to drink? There's iced tea and soda, but I can pop back real quick for something more party-like!

[betrayedtwin]

[North smiles behind his helmet, his tone jovial:] Hey, happy birthday! How old are you, pal? [He sets his plate down, and holds his hand out to him. This guy reminds him of Mu in a way.]

You know, I haven't had an iced tea in ages. Let's go with that. [Since his plate is out of his hand, he removes his helmet now and places it on the counter for safe keeping.]

and a million years later... ♥

[fallbythesword]

[Free food, huh? Sounds legit. Jacqli is all over that.

When she gets to the kitchen, she is quite impressed by the amount of food, no matter how catered it looks. She blinks at Kiran when she sees him, and she can't help but answer his infectious, enthusiastic smile with a faint one of her own.]

This is pretty generous of you. Did something good happen?

/snugs ♥

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ And the young lady will indeed find that it is very legit! ]

Oh hey, Miwa! It's good see you! Make yourself comfortable!

[ He looks pretty glad for himself, as he chuckles and lightly rubs at his nose with the back of a knuckle. ]

I'm a year older, that's what happened!

[fallbythesword]

Oh. Well, happy birthday.

[She looks thoughtful for a moment... then grabs a canapé to stuff in her mouth before she disappears from the plane....

... and returns with a gift! A stuffed ram, about the size of a volleyball. It isn't wrapped, but she's stuck a green bow on its head at least. She holds it out for him to take.]