[Kafka🕸️] 📲 I have some wine?

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · 4d ago

Very much enjoying this back and forth. It had been some time since the Navigator had entertained her to this degree. [Himeko ☕] 📲 Surely you can do better than coffee. 📲 Use that clever imagination of yours~

[Kafka🕸️] 📲 Ah? Is that so? Blushing behind the screen.

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · 4d ago

[Himeko ☕] 📲 I'm sure there are others way you can make me feel welcome, dear.

[Kafka🕸️] 📲 Of course, we strive to make our guests feel welcome. 📲 Oh? You have? Slightly flustered at Kafka wanting to visit, but composed.

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · 4d ago

[Himeko ☕] 📲 How hospitable. 📲 But I've actually cut caffeine out. ☺️ 📲 Not as much as me, darling~

[Kafka🕸️] 📲 It is only appropriate to serve guests. 📲 I look forward to see you.

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · 7d ago

Not the coffee. [Himeko ☕] 📲 No need to go to all that trouble just for me. 📲 I was hoping you'd say that~

[Kafka🕸️] 📲 Heh, maybe I'll make you coffee whilst you're here, too 📲It is personal.

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · last wk.

[Himeko ☕] 📲 Oh? I might just do that. 📲 Is this invitation extended in a professional or personal capacity?

[Kafka🕸️] 📲 Of course~ 📲You should drop by the Express sometime.

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · last wk.

🤷‍♀️ [Himeko ☕] 📲 Thanks for noticing~

Simp. 🫵 [Kafka🕸️] 📲 You really do, dear.

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · last wk.

Yes she is insane and remembers everything they've ever talked about. [Himeko ☕] 📲 I just have a good memory. ☺️

[Kafka🕸️] 📲 You've been keeping track?

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · last wk.

[Himeko ☕] 📲 It's certainly up there. 📲 At least top three.

[Kafka🕸️] 📲 Oh? Is that so?

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · last wk.

[Himeko ☕] 📲 That is perhaps the sweetest thing you've ever said to me ^^

[Kafka🕸️] 📲 I could never predict your movements 😔

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · 2w ago

[Himeko ☕] 📲 How flattering ^^ 📲 I was beginning to worry you might find me predictable.

[Kafka🕸️] 📲 Hm, of course ~ 📲 A menace, when not charming~

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · 2w ago

[Himeko ☕] 📲 Is that so? 📲 How sweet of you~ 📲 And what am I when I'm not charming?

A soft snort of amusement left her. [Kafka🕸️] 📲 Ah, apologies~ 📲 I appreciated it a lot. 📲 You can be really charming when you wish to be >///>

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · 2w ago

[Himeko ☕] 📲 At least try to preserve a little mystery, darling~ 📲 I'm glad you liked it. 📲 It caught my eye when I saw it. 📲 Much like its recipient.

[Kafka🕸️] 📲 You're not very secret~ 📲 I really do appreciate it though.

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · 2w ago

Her gaze flicked up to the banner notification as it came through while browsing an article online. Opening the message, her lips curved into a small smile. [Himeko ☕] 📲 A secret admirer? 📲 How exciting.

It had been a pretty rough few weeks, but it seemed like everything was finally calming down, thank goodness. As she entered her room, Himeko blinked as she came across the calla lily on her desk. How pretty... As she picked up the lily, she noticed the card that had been tucked underneath.

‍ ً𝓴𝗮𝗳𝗸𝗮.@fateswebs.bsky.social · 2w ago

When @stellarnavigator.bsky.social returned to her room this afternoon, she would find a single burgundy calla lily on her desk. Tucked beneath the stem of the flower was a Two of Hearts playing card. At its centre, between the two crimson hearts, was a cursive 'K', penned in a deep violet ink.

Humming softly as she crushes up some Goldenhorn Beetle carapaces. It's for her coffee. She heard these things can give a fun kick to drinks.

"Okay, good!" She nodded, smiling brightly. "That is a success."

‍ ً𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗗𝗘.@deathundone.bsky.social · 3w ago

"...The summer theme is unmistakable." And more literal than necessary.

"Complex? I guess so... but hopefully not too overpowering, right? A refreshing little pick-me-up for the summer vibes," She nodded sagely. ...She forgot to blend the jellyfish properly but shhh it's fineee.

‍ ً𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗗𝗘.@deathundone.bsky.social · 3w ago

Blade paused halfway through another sip. Something suspect had brushed against his lip. His eyes dropped to the cup, spotting something pale and translucent floating lazily just beneath the surface. He stared at the ribbony tentacle of the jellyfish. Wow... Everybody's so creative.

DAN HENG?!

There was no shells or saltwater, but there was indeed powdered Starcrab shells, as well as some coconut milk and an infusion of Solarpine Fruit Juice. And a jellyfish from a far out water planet. It was definitely a very suspicious looking concoction, but maybe it was at least drinkable?

‍ ً𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗗𝗘.@deathundone.bsky.social · 3w ago

"I see." He did not, in fact, see. He was still none the wiser. 'Beach and summer vibes' could constitute of anything from crushed up shells to actual seawater, and Aeons knew what else. "...It certainly smells energetic." If nothing else.

"An ingredient I gathered in a tropical atmosphere, beach vibes and summer vibes~" She smiled brightly. It didn't smell too nice, but coffee could (hopefully) cover a world of hurts. And she was sure it wouldn't be /that/ bad. Blade was a strong guy. "It hopefully will be invigorating for you~"

‍ ً𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗗𝗘.@deathundone.bsky.social · 3w ago

...Did she say 'summery'? The steaming, tar-black liquid didn't exactly invoke vibrant images of golden rays, hot suns, and warm winds. And the smell... He brought it slightly closer for inspection. "...What, exactly, constitutes a 'summery ingredient'?"

"I added a few new summery ingredients to this batch~" She is so proud of herself.

‍ ً𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗗𝗘.@deathundone.bsky.social · 3w ago

Ah. He had only asked as a way to make conversation, though now he found himself holding a cup of... something. Bringing it to his nose, he breathed in the aroma, expression schooled as to not betray his utter confusion at the scent. "What's changed?"

"Oh? You're really eager for that coffee, huh?" She chuckled softly, getting up to check on her machine. After a few moments, she brought back two steaming cups of... coffee?

‍ ً𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗗𝗘.@deathundone.bsky.social · 3w ago

For the time being, the two factions still had ties yet to unfold, their paths likely to continue crossing until those threads had come undone. And after that? Who knew. Perhaps it was that their paths were becoming more entangled. "...How is that brew coming along?" Seamless segue.

"Good, good~" She chuckled softly. It was strange- the Stellaron Hunters had originally been a source of trouble for the Astral Express. How much things have changed, as the Hunters soon became unlikely allies. Not that Himeko minded. One less thing to worry about.

‍ ً𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗗𝗘.@deathundone.bsky.social · 3w ago

His gaze flitted across to meet hers, breathing a soft huff of amusement. "Wouldn't dream of it." Not now. Not when the fog had finally cleared. He had been afforded a second chance, and it was one he didn't intend to waste.

I am sure Pom-Pom will forgive you once the Parlour Car is all cleaned up and the furniture is repaired.

"He still does," Himeko smiled gently. "So don't you dare break his heart, you hear~?" A gentle joke, she doubted Blade would, now he'd been able to overcome the madness that his Mara and Shuhu's influence had caused.

‍ ً𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗗𝗘.@deathundone.bsky.social · 3w ago

It was a testament to their complete trust, giving Blade a chance when she had every reason not to, allowing him to freely share this space they called home. "Mn... He had people willing to protect him." From 𝘩𝘪𝘮. "...I'm grateful."

You /did/ say you'd take the blame.

Unfortunately the dinosaur incident is fair grounds for being grounded. I will not overrule Pom-Pom this time.

He is... Uh. Very cute... A very cute dinosaur... (RIP Pom-Pom. The poor furniture...)

As expected... good luck.

Asat Pramad | HSR RP@bromeanie.bsky.social · 3w ago

Oh yes, Blade has already started to come after me.

Good. Because I'm pretty sure if Dan Heng has found out, then Blade has also found out. Good luck.

Asat Pramad | HSR RP@bromeanie.bsky.social · 3w ago

Alright, I'll return her now with some snacks....