Video ☆ Second Page ☆ Cooking Lessons?

[noctuagoetia]

Type: Video
Sender ID: noctuagoetia (Stolas)
To: Public
Subject: Cooking Lessons.
Warnings: None besides awkward bird


[There was hesitation as the goetia stared at his shellphone. There was a burning question he wanted assistance with but also wanting to keep it from this imp roommate. Was there a way to filter who saw? He rarely touched the thing other to message Blitzø...


Pushing a few keys, experimenting, he turned on the video fed. Two pairs of red eyes blinked back as surprise washed across his owlish face. Welp, guess we're doing this. Stolas just hoped that maybe Blitzø was occupied with other things to see.


Raising a hand, he waved his talons at the screen forcing a smile.]


Hello there. I think this is the first time I've addressed everyone in this manner since being here.

I have seen come on here to ask for advice, which is the reason why I'm signing on. There wouldn't be someone here who knows how to cook and would be willing to teach me? Sadly my ability barely goes past pouring a bowl of cereal with milk. [He reaches up to flatten the plumes on the top of his head, his eyes drifting to the side.] Since I'm... living with someone, I want to try my hand a it. To be a good roommate!

If anyone is willing to help, I would appreciate it.

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video; un: pinksidekicking

[pinksidekicking]

[ OH OH OH! Nimona recognizes Stolas the instant he posts to the network, Blitz's drawing was just that good.

Her hand is up in the air like a student dying to be picked to answer a question. ]

Me me! I know how to cook and can teach you! We can keep it secret as a surprise to your roommate. My ship has plenty of room for us to practice.

[ She has been dying to meet and harass Blitz's not-boyfriend. ]

[noctuagoetia]

Can you? Will you?

[The owl's eyes fluttered as a smile stretched across his beak.]

That would be most appreciated if you could help me out. Also, keeping it a secret. I do want to able to surprise him.

[pinksidekicking]

Yes and yes! I cook all the time. Anything you wanna learn, I'm the Nimona for the job.

[ Not quite the saying, but it suits her much better. She's going to teach Stolas all of Blitz's favorite meals - juuuust as soon as she learns what those are. ]

It'll be a secret between us. [ And the entire network, but they can at least surprise Blitz with the dishes Stolas learns. ] When do you want to start? We're currently docked at Eltrut after Elah swam away but I could fly over there whenever you need a ride.

[ Fly she says, while looking very Human-Shaped. ]

[noctuagoetia]

Nimona?

[The owl repeats, catching the seemingly young girl's name. The smile on his face tilts upward, eyes softening slightly.]

I do appreciate your discretion on this, Miss Nimona. [So totally banking Blitzø doesn't see this...] I'm Stolas of the Ar-

[Caught up in his autopilot self introduction, he cuts himself off sharply. The pink haired girl could see the demon wince slightly, the grin draining from his face. No, he couldn't call himself that anymore, could he? He was Stolas, just Stolas.

The ex-prince's head bowed, forcing a smile back into its place but there was a sadness behind his eyes.]

Stolas, call me Stolas. [He echoes back before shaking his head to bury unpleasant thoughts back down. The friendly demeanor returns as he lifted his eyes back up.]

I haven’t planed that far ahead, to be honest. I didn't know if there would be anyone willing to help. My apartment is on Eltrut, but if we practice here we will have to do it while my roommate is away. [He head cocked curiously at her, sharp eyes looking her over.] Though, aren't you quite small to give anyone 'a ride'?

[pinksidekicking]

Yep, that's me!

[ Maybe Blitz already told Stolas about her. Already Stolas looks a little less awkward. ]

Just Nimona is okay, since I'm not always a girl. Sometimes I'm not even human-shaped! [ They probably both know Blitz is stalking this. ] Nice to meetcha, Stolas!

[ She notices the abrupt end to the introduction, and doesn't question it. Things happened and while she learned some of it, there's no point in making him feel worse by pointing it out. ]

Do you like nicknames? I like nicknames and I like giving them. [ Discovering who you are is a hard thing, especially when your whole world got upended. She's glad he's trying, and happy to lend a hand. ]

I've got an apartment there I never use, so don't worry, I got us covered. We can be cooking ninjas together! We'll definitely find a way to keep it a secret. And I'll make you a super-secret cookbook you can practice with. [ Nimona holds up an arm and makes a muscle. ] Never doubt these arms. Though, what's your opinion on pink friendly dragons that also happened to be named Nimona?

voice; un: weishappened

[weisshappened]

I'm no kind of chef, but... I can tell you what not to do.

Ham and jam doesn't go together.

Just trust me on that one.

Voice | un: noctuagoetia

[noctuagoetia]

[The bird's voice rumbled with a chuckle.]

Ham and jelly? That does sound like an interesting combination.

[Despite that, the sound of pen and paper could be heard.]

At least you haven't tried to set yout whole kitchen on fire, have you?

[weisshappened]

She calls it a "ham and jam slam". It's not good.

[Sorry Harding, but you're the only one who likes it.]

Not so far. Wouldn't say I'm any kind of chef, but - I can do the basics to get by.

[noctuagoetia]

Oh? You were not the culprit? I think you might be the one who made it. It hardly sounds worst than cheese and hot sauce.

[So sorry Blitzø.]

You're cooking skill is already better than mine. I'm looking to start with the basics. I think I think can manage a jelly sandwich.

[Still.... still not 'cooking'.]

video;

[oathkeeper]

[Hello, awkward bird man!]

Hey! I used to be really bad at cooking. I'd even burn water in pots.

[...?]

But I've gotten a lot better at it now! I can even cook a bunch of fancy dishes! And if I can learn, anyone can learn! I could help you if you want!

[noctuagoetia]

Burn water? Is that even possible?

[His face knots with worry. Sounds like something he might be able to do with his horrendous cooking skill.]

If your ability was as bad as you claim, then there might be hope for me. I've... never had to do it on my own before. Maybe we can start of with something simple?

[oathkeeper]

I dunno, but somehow I did.

[Sora laughs.]

But yeah, don't worry everyone has to start somewhere. Have you ever had pancakes? That's something easy to start with.

[noctuagoetia]

[Oh, pancakes! He knows those. Blitzø made them for him once. Stolas gave a small nod of his head with a soft smile.]

Oh, I've eaten those before. My... roommate made them for me once. I am afraid that I don't know how they were made, however.

video; un: BlossomingTide

[withermarked]

[A cheerful little wave, followed by a soft, rural-American sounding voice.]

I'm no expert, but if you need help I know the basics. And I'm told I make a half-decent curry.

[noctuagoetia]

[The owl smiles kindly back, clapping his hands together.]

Yes, basics. That sounds exactly what I need. I would like to not set my apartment ablaze in my experimentation.

I don't think I've ever tried curry before. Is it good?

[withermarked]

It's good. Nice healthy fare--well, dependin' on what all you put in there.

[A pause, and a small chuckle.]

But if you're worried about settin' things ablaze maybe you ought to start simpler.

[noctuagoetia]

[Oh, that did sound nice. Blitzø would like that, wouldn't he?

But then his head gives a little questioning tilt.]

Is curry not simple? You would know better than I would.

Video; un:spectacleofphantasmagoria

[spectacleofphantasmagoria]

[That's an interesting looking fellow! But Lyney's been here long enough not to judge, so he just offers a smile before speaking.]

Well, I can't claim to be a chef, but I know a few rudimentary meals I could offer to teach! And if you have a sweet tooth, I have a lovely recipe for pâte de fruits.

[noctuagoetia]

Sweets?

[His head perked up at that. Blitzø would like something sweet, wouldn't he? Thinking about it... he doesn't know what they imp favored.]

That would be a nice thing to learn. I would be interested to try if you'll excuse my poor ability.

[spectacleofphantasmagoria]

That’s right! What better way to top off a hearty meal than with something sweet to finish it off? Or just as a little pick me up throughout the day.

[Lyney won’t admit it out loud but he has quite the sweet tooth. A trait he shares with his sister, though he isn’t one to snag three pieces of cake like his sister would.]

It’s quite simple once you get the steps right, but takes time and care to not burn anything. Cooking in general can be quite intimidating, but with a little preparation and practice, anyone can be a pro! Or at least get by enough to feed themselves.

[noctuagoetia]

That is my thoughts exactly. Might be nice to be able to make a variety of different things.

[Though, how the young man put it, it sounds a bit intimidating. 'Not to burn' things it what he was trying to avoid.]

I would be willing to learn. I can't guarantee that I won't burn it on my first go.

voice: un: madeofmirrors

[madeofmirrors]

[Oh, why not? Normally he wouldn't have offered, but the strange owl person seems to earnest, and he does actually enjoy cooking. It reminds him of his mother.

The voice on the other end of the line sounds French.]

We have a lot of work to do if you define "cereal with milk" as cooking.

[noctuagoetia]

[The giant owl lets out an embarrassed chuckle, rubbing the back of his head. He couldn't argue with that.]

I did warn that my skills are practically nonexistent. I always had... help preparing my meals.

[madeofmirrors]

And yet I find myself without a project, currently.

[May as well find one ]

How are you at boiling water?

[noctuagoetia]

[A project, you say? Oh boy, did he find one.]

Boil water? Well, I don't know. I have never tried. It shouldn't be too hard, should it? How hard could heating up water be?