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[silk_in_ebony]

I have cooked some gingerbread! It is most delightful. The smell has made the apartment ever lovelier to be in. I shall have to try and not eat it all by myself!

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[foxy_physician]

Ginger . . . bread?

[silk_in_ebony]

It is a delightful cake of sorts associated with this 'christmas' they seek to celebrate in this City. It tastes quite lovely, my Lady.

[foxy_physician]

Ah, I see. I suppose that the idea of ginger-flavored bread should not be so unusual.

I have been hearing about this Christmas. Is it drawing near, I wonder?

[silk_in_ebony]

I have checked the calendars, it seems to be the '25th' of this month. A celebration of gift-giving and appreciation for one's loved ones, friend or family, is one I think I can enjoy. Besides, it gives me a great excuse to get into the kitchen and try something new. The feast served on the day looks to be quite delicious! ♥

[foxy_physician]

Sou. Yes, I have heard that Christmas is a time for loved ones. It sounds like a wonderful holiday especially after everything that's happened in succession.

Yes, and all holidays merit a trip to the kitchen, ne?

[silk_in_ebony]

Hai. Indeed, and a welcome balm to the troubles I have experienced as of late, and for the many troubles of others in this City. I pray that the day shall be a good one for all.

Oh! Indeed, yes! I spend much time in the kitchen anyway, enjoying the creation of dishes for others most eagerly, but these holidays actually give me a good excuse to spend more time there. Much of the recipes I have learned here are from cultures other than my own, and it is proving quite the experience.

[foxy_physician]

I fear that the residents of this City have been through too much as of late. Yes, perhaps such a holiday would do good for the morale of the populace. I hope you were not too affected by the calamities of late, sir?

Mm, a man who likes to cook? I'm glad that Ken-san isn't the only one! That's intriguing. I myself have not set foot in the kitchen for a while . . . I have been momentarily bedridden, but that is of no consequence.

[silk_in_ebony]

I was affected by... troubles of my own, different from those of the populace. The strange virus and the fire, I slept through the climax of both... I was locked in enchanted sleep, and would have been so forever had not a friend saved me. I am weakened currently, but I shall be recovered soon, I am sure.

Oh, yes! Indeed. I love to cook most dearly, and I am told I am good. I am currently confined to my apartment, so I spend my time experimenting with many dishes and finding as many new recipes as possible. With all the strange, new ingredients to use, I am rather happy, I must confess.

[foxy_physician]

Oh, I am sorry to hear that. I myself experienced some trouble these past few days, and am currently confined to my quarters, but I am recovering as well.

I have not taken advantage of the City's stocks, but perhaps I should.

I hope I am not bothering your rest, sir?

[silk_in_ebony]

Call me Mitsuhide, my Lady.

You, too, have suffered? I am sorry to hear that... I hope you recover quickly and well. This City can be quite cruel to its inhabitants at times and I wish no ill on anyone.

Hai! You would not regret it! Such wonders, such tastes! Spices and herbs and foodstuffs of the kind I never even dreamed existed. It makes a chef like myself tremble with excitement, I can tell you.

Oh, no. My body might be weakened, but my mind is restless. I am glad to converse with you, truly.

[foxy_physician]

I am glad as well for the company, Mitsuhide-san; lingering in the confines of my bed does bore me to tears.

I am Takani Megumi. It is a pleasure to meet you!

As soon as I am able, I will peruse the City's stocks. You have inspired me to venture out, Mitsuhide-san. And perhaps I can pick up some recipes on the way. I was thinking of purchasing some winter kimono anyway; it seems like the weather is quickly turning cold . . .

[silk_in_ebony]

An honour and priviledge, Megumi-san.

You shall not regret it, when the time comes! I am fortunate enough to have a whole, massive stock of recipe books already in the place I dwell; my young friend, Ranmaru, whom owns this place or would do, were he here still, made money enough to stock it perfectly, which is a boon for myself. It means I had a ton of recipes readily available for me to use!

Ah, the winter does come. I feel it; the coming of the snow. Perhaps I need to fill my warderobe as well; I have no winter clothing at all. That is something to remember when I can first step out. I do love the snow; such beauty, especially when the moonlight shines upon it and turns it silver.

[foxy_physician]

Your enthusiasm is contagious, Mitsuhide-san! All the more now that I wish to peruse whatever the City has to offer with regards to cusine. Well, whatever new dishes I should create to perfection I must share with you, of course.

Hm. I will try to find myself some kimono suited for the cold months--the City seems to have everything, though, so I feel that I will be successful in this search. Do you wear traditional Japanese clothing as well, Mitsuhide-san, or are you from an era where such a thing is outdated?

Ah, and how very poetic, Mitsuhide-san. That's lovely. ♥

[silk_in_ebony]

Lovely! I should be glad to share with you anything that you create. Cooking is truly an art that needs to be shared with others to truly appreciate it.

Oh? Yes, of course. Traditional clothing is what I wear, Megumi-san. I am samurai and I cannot get used to the other types of clothing they have here. There are plenty of places in which to buy it; indeed, I even found a place to repair my formal armour, which was quite surprising. It is not too expensive either, in comparison to home. And the materials are top quality too; soft and elegant. Only the best.

Heh. I have always been told I speak like a poet. I can do naught but believe, now, that it is true.

[foxy_physician]

Oh, a samurai? So very close to home, then, although my era was one that had just recently passed the age of the samurai.

I hope that the places where you buy clothes sell women's kimono as well? . . .

Yes, Mitsuhide-san. ♥ You do not write your poetry?

[silk_in_ebony]

Passing of the age of the samurai? Hmm... all things must progress, I am sure...

Of course! I would not tell you if they did not. Such elegant garments; Lady Nouhime goes there herself, I believe, and she is a woman of most refined elegance and beauty, as I am sure you yourself are. You shall find everything to fit your needs there, rest assured.

Ah.. yes, I write a lot of poetry. But I have only really shown it to Ranmaru and Nouhime. When I see true beauty, my hands finds its way to inscribing, in ink, what it written in my heart and over my soul.