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[punkblaze]

[In some uncrowded area of the Plane somewhere, things are pretty quiet. And plain. And empty. ... Until just a second ago, anyway. Because now, there's a building here - a stone, Victorian-looking thing that, while obviously sturdy and structurally sound, does look like it's been... left alone for a while. There are cracks in some of the windows, plenty of dust to go around, and some of the accents seem a little worn. Nothing a little love wouldn't fix though, right?

There's also a redheaded punk standing on the porch, staring at the front door. He's quiet for a moment or two... but then he laughs - a little incredulous, but mostly excited!]

Hey no way, that actually worked!

[He grins, leans against one of the posts at the top of the stairs and shoves his hands in his pockets. He looks pretty pleased with himself, all things considered. For good reason: this is going to be the best project ever.]

Wonder if Emil's here anywhere...

Comments

[punkblaze]

Never could get the hang of tea. Too weak, or somethin'. [He shrugs.] And coffee doesn't have to be bitter. Ever had hazelnut coffee? ... With a helluva lot of sugar, okay, but still?

[spiritofadventure]

It's a bit of an acquired taste, I'll admit. I think I was sixteen or seventeen when I finally warmed up to it.

Hazelnut? Gods, I think I've seen those twice in my life. They don't grow in my area and importing them is expensive as all get-out. Why would I put them in coffee?

[punkblaze]

Heh, maybe there's still hope for me then?

Good point, then. [He shrugs.] They're pretty common where I'm from, so it's not that big of a deal. [small smile] Would you try some if I brought it?

[spiritofadventure]

Maybe! You just gotta find one that suits you.

[OMG!] You mean it?!

[punkblaze]

One that suits me, huh? Okay, now you sound like my sister. [Snort!]

Of course I mean it. [He grins.] I'll even bring enough cream and sugar. Maybe you'll actually like it!

[spiritofadventure]

I'm going to take that as a compliment.

[Screaming internally.] Yes please!

[punkblaze]

Eh, close enough. [smiiirk~]

[spiritofadventure]

Hey! Better her than you, if you don't like tea!

[punkblaze]

Ouch. [He laughs a bit.] Coffee's better anyway.

[spiritofadventure]

No way! How many times did you fall on your head as a kid?