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[dereban]

[ It had been a complete accident.

The fact that she was now at his bedside just waiting for him to wake up after getting hit hard in the head was definitely not a part of today's plans for her, but he seemed to be relatively fine otherwise.

So now all she could do, really, was wait. ]

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[dereban]

Just because I'm fine with it doesn't mean it doesn't... get to me emotionally, you know. I still see you as still someone different from Yuuto in a lot of ways, even if you do share those similarities.

[spacialeyes]

When he said that you'd be loved for all of space and time, he wasn't lying.

[Perhaps it doesn't seem like a normal way to answer, but it makes sense to the kami.]

Isn't his goal to become the only Spacetime kami?

[dereban]

Still, it feels different.

[ Anyway, she clears her throat as they finally reach the kitchen and she finally lets go. ]

Are you fine with anything...?

[spacialeyes]

Mm. I believe that I should be fine eating any type of food. I do not recall this body having any dietary restrictions.

[dereban]

Anyway, go ahead and just... take a seat in the dining area. It'll take me a bit to make this.

[spacialeyes]

Of course. Please call if you should require any assistance.

[And with that- After bowing his head,- He turns to leave.]

[dereban]

Don't worry, I can at least do this much.

[ It does take a bit but eventually she does eventually come back with actual proper food-- ]

I didn't keep you waiting, did I?

[spacialeyes]

[He’s been sitting quietly, not sure what to do beyond closing his eyes and trying to let his borrowed body rest. When she returns, he looks up with a look of surprise and curiosity.]

Not at all… Is this for me? It looks good.

[dereban]

[ It's curry! Two plates, actually. ]

Yeah. I'm not the best when it comes to this, but I know how to make it properly, at least. So let's eat together...?

[spacialeyes]

I'm sure that it will be the best curry that I've eaten. Thank you, Himeko.

[He nods, waiting for her to take her seat.]

If you'd allow me the pleasure of your company, then yes. Please.

[dereban]

Of course.

[ She'll place the plates on the table before pulling a chair across from him. ]

If it doesn't taste that good, then... just let me know. I'm just an average cook, after all.

[spacialeyes]

You're being far too modest, Himeko. Statistically, according to my memories, your cooking is delicious. I don't remember enough times where it isn't.

[dereban]

I'm telling the truth, though. I know people who are better at making curry and me. And you're biased.

[spacialeyes]

Perhaps so. Is it so bad to be biased towards someone you are in love with?

[dereban]

It's not... but you sure changed your tune real quick.

[spacialeyes]

[Instead of answering, he's going to focus on eating! Though his expression gives away his embarrassment even if he isn't saying it.]

[dereban]

You really can't help yourself, can you...

[ She'll answer for him between taking bites. ]

[spacialeyes]

I-I don't know what you mean.

[He then pauses, staring at the curry with a curious look.]

... I didn't realize eating involved feeling so many things. Humans live such a busy existence.

[dereban]

Sure you don't.

[...]

How are you feeling?

[spacialeyes]

In relation to recovering enough for Yuuto to awaken?

[dereban]

No.

Just in general. You mentioned that "eating involved feeling so many things", so I wanted to hear your thoughts on that.

[spacialeyes]

Oh.

[He pauses, trying to organize his thoughts.]

There's the obvious... The food is warm. I sense flavors with this tongue and can smell the aroma of the food. There's the process of moving the fork, the mild resistance of the curry when I scoop it up. And it makes me feel... happy, I think? To know you made it for me..?

[dereban]

If you're happy... that's all I care about. Ah-- it does taste fine though, right?

[spacialeyes]

Yes, I like it very much. Though… this is my first time eating any food, so I can’t say how it compares to other meals. Other than the ones Yuuto remembers.

[dereban]

You don't need to compare it to anyone else's, I'll wind up looking bad.