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[He can do this, he practiced saying this out loud to himself a few times now. Just turn on the video, take a deep breath, throw on a cocky smirk even if you're nervous as fuck, and--]

So, guess who recently got a house?

[Him, that's the answer. Scott's surprised that it's actually happening, because he sort of just requested a house and figured they would shoot him down, but he's gotten blueprints and everything, so it's going to be a thing. It'll just take another week or so.]

And what does anyone do when they get a house? Obviously, they throw a party. So, I'm inviting all the Chosen to come over, bring food and drinks, whatever you think will be fun-- oh and presents too, because it's my birthday. I mean, it's passed now, but whatever, you can still celebrate it with me. It'll be in week when the house is done.

[He's not completely serious about the present stuff. Just somewhat.

Maybe all this will help people take their minds off the maze. He's seen how exhausted his friends are and this is the best idea that he could up with. Plus, getting away from the stupid locals that are all being dicks for some reason. It's been draining him.]

Oh yeah, if you're part of the Teenagers With Abilities and Talents Club, it's required that you come. Sooo, see you all there!

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[ Mitama pouts slightly, clearly not happy with his admission. ]

Oooh, that won't do at all! You're a growing boy, you need a more varied diet~

[ ... Why does she suddenly sound like a mom? It happens sometimes, don't worry about it. But she's smiles again as she gives the question some thought. ]

Well, a birthday cake is a given! Otherwise, hmm... How do you feel about Japanese cuisine? I can make some killer takoyaki!

[ Quite literally, in this case. ]

[......Is he getting mom'd at? What's happening. Scott finds himself flushing just lightly because it's a little embarrassing!!

At least she's suggesting a birthday cake and t-takoyaki?? He's definitely never tried that before.]

Japanese food's cool, but I haven't tried takoyaki before, actually, never heard of it. [Might as well admit it.] What is it, exactly? Sounds kind of cool.

[ She doesn't necessarily think it's weird ─ she's not even sure how popular her country's cuisine would be abroad, let alone in a whole other world! But that sounds like a good opportunity to share this sort of thing. Who knows, maybe she can discover new dishes she could never dream of, too! ]

Oooh, I think you'll like those! They're ball-shaped snacks with octopus inside them~ There are other variations, of course, but that's the basic idea!

[Octopus in a ball shape... interesting.]

That sounds pretty weird, but I'll give it a try. I mean, I thought fruit sandwiches were weird until Kotone made some with me.

[ Oho. "Kotone", hmm? Could that be the girl he's into? Iiiinteresting, she'll need to keep that information in mind!! ]

Oh, that one's another staple! I'm sure some of it would appear strange if you're not used to it, but they're definitely worth checking out~ How about onigiri? Those are the rice balls with different fillings!

I'm sure some of the food from America is pretty strange to you, huh?

Well, I've eaten rice before, oh and sushi. So, that's pretty similar, right? Rice with fillings.

The ones that got popular in Japan feel fairly mundane at this point, but I'm sure there are some more niche ones that I'm not aware of!

[ Please don't show her some more extreme American food. It will end horribly. ]

Yes, that's close! Though if you're already familiar with that, then maybe I should come up with something else... Hmm... Maybe something with mochi...?

There's definitely some things you probably haven't tried.

[Fried butter, probably? Hamburger patty between two donuts? To be fair, even Scott thinks those things are a bit much.]

If you want. I haven't tried mochi before, so sure, that sounds good. [He's putting so much trust in her...] Feels like I'm really getting exposed to Japanese cuisine now.

[ Mitama nods happily, making a mental note to try making some nice stuff for his party. Maybe she can stuff the mochi with azuki and salmon? The possibilities are endless!

But before she goes down that path, his last remark reminds her that she has a far more important matter to bring up. ]

Oh? Would that be because your girlfriend happens to be Japanese, too~?

[ She asks in the most innocuous way possible, but there is a certain level of smugness behind it. ]

[His cheeks haven't turned slightly red what are you talking about!!]

She's not my-- I mean, we only went on a couple of dates--

[.......]

I don't really have a girlfriend. [Send help!! But also, there's a certain truth to what he's saying, because he also looks a little disappointed himself.]

[ Oho, they've been on several dates already! She'd tease him about that, but Mitama is observant enough to notice that he's not just being coy about it when he says their relationship isn't official yet. ]

That means everything's still ahead of you, hmm~? You can't give up halfway through!

[ Is it weird that she's so invested in someone else's love life?? Maybe, but her support is genuine, and she does seem pleased by the news of his relationship developing. Young love is adorable! ]

[Mitama isn't wrong. Honestly, her words do a lot to boost his self-confidence because yeah, he can't give up and there's still some time. He just... needs to ask, even though she mentioned that things will always be casual between them.

But that was before the crap with the maze, before they went on a date and kissed and stuff. Maybe her feelings changed too??]

Yeah, I can't, unless she doesn't... want that with me.

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