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[ The shops in Caissa never fail to amaze him-- not even after it's far from his first foray. The different fashions, the varied foods, the whimsical trinkets; he's sure that if he really put his mind to it, he could easily go bankrupt here. He may be walking slower than either of them at times, easily distracted by shiny things or vibrant colors.

And, despite being the only Queen in 208, he takes on the responsibility (read: he is the chump) who carries the shopping bags. For now, they haven't bought much yet, so he easily flits about the store. It seems he's found something interesting, too. He grabs the object, then turns excitedly to his roommate. ]

What about something like this? Surely, anyone would appreciate such a thoughtful gift, right?

[ What is he holding... ]

[A banana hammock.

No I'm kidding, because she's too traumatised after that incident. Rather, he's probably holding something cute since HE HOPEFULLY LIKES ADRA AT LEAST. And Gil, we all know he likes Gilgamesh.]

Is that... [She gives it a closer look--]

A fancy looking herb rack?

Yes. [ But wait-- ] No? [ The way she’s asking that is making him second-guess himself, and he looks at the spice rack again. It is rather… impersonal, he supposes. But it’s practical, it’s beautiful, and Adrasteius would surely use it, wouldn’t he? ]

Oh, but you’re right, what if the color doesn’t go at all with what Adrasteius has in mind… [ Even though it’s red, and he’s pretty sure that red is going to be a significant presence in that house. ]

[She quickly waves her hands!]

No, a spice rack should be fine! Even the colour! Adrasteius looks cooking, no? This is something practical, he could use, and will remember you by.

[Because every time he reaches for some spices, he would remember: Jae-ha thought of me to get this. And because Jae-ha is pretty spicy, that works too, right? Haha.

Besides, no one can have enough red.]

[ Jae-ha is so cute. Setsuna's heart always feels light around this person... He knows that this man is genuinely caring, that's why he's so kind even to someone like him. He watches the older man scurry about rather excitedly, as if he's shopping for himself and not someone else. It's endearing. For about five to ten seconds, he couldn't respond right away as lingering feelings surround him.

It's people like Jae-ha who fall first. Even though Setsuna doesn't like the fact, it's something that he acknowledges. He does so, in order to more properly watch over and protect this person. The Green Dragon has rescued him once, and he won't hesitate to return the favor one day. As long as he can help it, he won't let a hair on Jae-ha fall. And so, after those passing seconds, he slowly brings himself back to the present.

Here, a very interesting handcrafted sign is being held up for him to see. ]

Um...

[ Well, it's certainly thoughtful... It sounds like Gilgamesh. ]

[ Setsuna… if only Jae-ha knew what sort of thoughts were running through your mind right now. He does notice the momentary lull between asking the other man for his opinion and Setsuna actually answering. Rather than thinking Setsuna may be considering him, however, he wonders if something might be causing him distress. ]

Setsuna? Are you okay?

[ That chipperness has all but dissipated, replaced by pointed, unabashed concern. He’s still holding the sign, so the sight itself may be a bit comical to behold. A passing woman sees him and apparently reads the sign-- her response is a disapproving tongue clique and a shake of her head. That should tell him all he needs to know about this gift. ]

[ Jae-ha's question, especially with that worried tone, serves to immediately cause Setsuna to perk up. He looks surprised for a split second, then realizes that he indeed worried the Green Dragon. His brows raise in equal concern, quickly following up with a shake of his head to brush it all away. ]

Sorry... I am all right.

[ Setsuna hears a woman's reaction right after, resulting in him looking over curiously. Ah, she looks like she's judging... Setsuna himself isn't quite sure, but only one thing in mind came up. Clearly that means this gift is perfect for that dumb King!

Why? That's because the people that hang around Gilgamesh tend to give him that exact reaction. If this sign is able to solicit it too, then maybe they're meant to be together. Plus, he trusts Jae-ha's judgement. ]

... We should take it.

[ It's been a long day. Their legs are probably hating them at this point. And what better way to unwind than to relax in a quaint cafe? Away from the hustle and bustle of Kabe Market, the Q208 trio now found themselves at the Food Court. The specific location is called Bourdon Bakery and Cafe, apparently known as the place where Secretary Verdoni purchases his undying beignets. But why should they bother with that recurring joke when the could try something new? That Secretary rewards them with enough of it.

Anyway, they've already secured a table at this point, so now they're lined up together (horizontally, like the gross OT3 they are) in front of the counter. They're currently deciding on what to order... They have time, as there's at least two more people in front of them. Setsuna in particular is staring at a gigantic parfait they have on display. It looks good, okay...

Yeah, he's not going to contribute anything yet apart from the usual staring. Jiii intensifies. ]

[GROSS OT3...it's true. And now they've settled down, it was all about ordering. Vietnam didn't even get a chance to look at the menu when she noticed that Setsuna may have very well already decided on something.

With a quick glance to Jae-ha, she turns to Setsuna--]

The parfait?

[ Jae-ha isn't that hungry, so if it were up to him, he'd just go with some tea, but who can really resist Setsuna when he's set his heart on something? He looks up at what he's staring at, and what Vietnam is motioning to, and his eyes widen. There might be some fear in them. That thing is huge?! ]

Ah, will we really be able to finish that by ourselves?

The parfait is fine with me, but that looks like it's meant to feed an army...

[ Maybe the entire Blanc army, even. Clearly, he underestimates Setsuna's ability to inhale food. ]

[ To be honest, all the other parfaits look tiny to Setsuna. That large one is the only portion that can equal his appetite right now, especially as the weather lately has been getting warmer and he's pretty tired from walking all over the place. He needs a big treat! And let's be real, Setsuna will be the one ending up finishing whatever food leftovers both Jae-ha and Vietnam would have anyway. This only makes that easier to do.

In addition, three or four parfaits is more expensive altogether than ordering the huge one. It's basically a bargain. Oh, but that's not all... ]

It says... if we finish it within the time limit, we do not have to pay for our meal.

[ CAN VIETNAM RESIST THIS. ]

[Together, Vietnam's sure they could probably manage, if barely. Setsuna can eat a lot, but this is so big that Jae-ha was right: it could possible feed an army. Vietnam could eat a lot too, but this is just extreme.

That is...until Setsuna opened his big fat mouth.

Vietnam immediate stands up, and calls out to the waiter--]

We would like one of those, please!

[POINTS TO THE PARFAIT. Ah.]

Is it really worth it if we end up so full we can hardly move afterward?

[ For once, Jae-ha seems to be the only voice of reason, and he makes a noise of surprise when Vietnam so readily agrees after being told of the “value”. ]

We would?! [ They would. Ok. This is how he dies.

And then, once the parfait arrives (It takes two waiters to bring it over?!) and is set down gently in front of them, he looks as if he might really have a heart attack. ] This is… so much…

[ A response would have come. Unfortunately, Jae-ha's concerns are drowned out by the lively noises around the cafe, as well as the distracting sight of that colossal parfait. Thus instead of managing a reaction to the Green Dragon, Setsuna is instead focused on staring at the brilliant treasure in front of them.

Really, it looks like heaven in a glass. Setsuna's eyes are definitely sparkling. He's not smiling, but those eyes of his might as well outshine the parfait's own attractive beauty and radiance. Almost immediately, he takes the dessert spoons and offers one of each to Vietnam and Jae-ha. ]

[THIS IS TOTALLY FINE.] I can eat a lot, and I've seen Setsuna eat everything once. [He takes so much food everywhere.] I think we will be fine.

...

[Or at least she thought they would be until it was placed down before them, this MOUNTAIN OF DOOM.]

...Ah. [She takes the spoon from Setsuna slowly, still shocked by the size, and also a little curious over how Setsuna looks like he just fell in love for the first time.] Thank...you...

Thank you...

[ Is this what Setsuna truly being alive looks like? He doesn't think he's ever seen such an enthusiastic gleam in the other man's eye. He may not be smiling, but that's the look of someone who's obtained inconceivable riches.

He takes an offered spoon, looks at it, looks at the parfait, looks at Setsuna, looks at Vietnam, looks at his life choices, and slowly digs in. ] Well... this is it. [ Is this what real fear feels like. ]

[ Because they have a time limit to finish the giant parfait, Setsuna doesn't wait after the waiters have given them the signal to begin eating. It seems they have to finish within five minutes... Five minutes. Considering the size of this treat, no matter how delectable, it's an easy scam to those who are unable to finish the challenge. This parfait isn't cheap!!

On the other hand, it's definitely a pleasing win for anyone that manages. Free parfait, plus bragging rights... Apparently, the success rate of those who order is less than ten percent, as one of the waiters now tell them. So it seems Jae-ha's comment about this parfait being able to feed an army isn't an exaggeration at all. It really is meant to feed about twenty-five or so people!

Good-bye, Jae-ha and Vietnam...

Setsuna quietly remains with the same expression, not at all bothered by the trivia. He's already at his tenth bite at this point, pace not slowing down at all. Chomp, chomp, chomp, chomp, chomp... What animal even eats like this? A squirrel? ]

[Setsuna, is your teeth okay, because this stuff is cold. Still, Vietnam is glad she doesn't know any of this trivia, because it begins. Who knows what they will do, but she throws looks towards Setsuna and Jae-ha, encouraging them to win.

Or else.

So she finally digs in, and though not nearly as epic as Setsuna, she's managing right now!]

[ This is one of the few times in his life that Jae-ha feels as if he's been pulled into a whirlwind of bad decisions and he isn't responsible for said bad decisions. He stares wide-eyed at Setsuna and Vietnam-- Setsuna for how relentlessly and alarmingly he digs in to the dessert, and Vietnam for giving him a look that leaves little argument.

Alright, well, they're going to try and win, apparently.

He digs in too, with the aim to race, but isn't expecting the ice cream to be quite so cold, and he winces. ]

Ow! How can you eat this so fast, it hurts! [ He looks to Setsuna, who is probably way too engaged to answer him, and so Jae-ha continues, at least trying to match Vietnam's pace, who also seems to be outracing him.

Never underestimate the drive to a) eat everything or b) get everything for free.

Already, he is in pain. Just like Alma tagging this thread literally a month after. ]

[ The secret is that Setsuna doesn't let the cold cream touch his teeth! He keeps it on his tongue and allows its warmth to melt it easily. And the rest is easy to swallow. Rinse and repeat. Same goes for the waffles, pretzels, and other solid sweets around the huge dessert — melt away the chilling parts first before chewing on them.

Don't fall back now. But it doesn't matter either way, because Setsuna has now eaten a significant dent off their parfait and isn't showing signs of stopping at all. Well, okay, he does stop eventually. There's a good reason, though.

He's staring at the single, lone chocolate mousse cake now revealed among the cream. Does anyone want it? Can he take it? Or maybe they can split? ]

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