[ She means it. As embarrassing as their first meeting might have been, Annette genuinely likes Adora. It'll be nice, she thinks, to get to know the other girl better. ]
Let's head inside. I've never been here before, so I don't know what's best to get.
[ How chivalrous. The action brings a laugh to her face, and she twirls in with as much grace as a fairy-tale princess—or tries to, before she trips over the door frame.
It's fine, it's fine, she makes it to a free table and seats herself, handing over a menu when Adora also takes her seat. ]
What kind of drinks do you like? Sweet ones or sour?
[ The menu goes entirely forgotten as Annette gazes at Adora, mouth hanging open just a little. To not have been able to enjoy even something as simple as tea until recently.... ]
Then we'll have to make sure you get to try everything you want while you're here! [ wait, she remembers this island is kind of a desolate wasteland and amends her words: ] Well, as much as we can.
[ Yes, yes, they're supposed to be learning about each other but they can multi-task! ]
Oh. Uh. At home my situation's super different now. I don't live where I grew up anymore. And I'm friends with the Queen so I have all the tea I can drink.
[She laughs, reaching out to squeeze Annette's hand real quick.]
But if you have recommendations, I'll try them all.
[ Adora doesn't seem bothered by her home life anymore, and if she's not then Annette certainly won't be either. She nods solemnly, squeezing Adora's hand back, before propping up a menu to peer through it. ]
Well, what do you like best? Salty? Sweet? Bitter? Whatever you want, I'll get it for you!
[ Because that's what she does with and for her friends. ]
Something sweet but also a little sour….oooh, how about some lemonade!
[ She has no idea if Adora's ever had it before, but it sounds right up her alley. ]
You know, as weird as this place is, not everything is bad here. We had a lot of different options to choose from back home, but there's so much more to try here! [ Her enthusiasm is genuine, the delight in her voice echoing through the cafe. ] If we ever make it hope, I hope I can bring back some of the recipes here.
[Thanks fam. She needs to be exposed to life's pleasures.
She nods right along with Annette, start to finish. Her enthusiasm is catching, because yeah, there are a lot of nice foods here she's totally bringing back with her.
Spoilers: They already exist, she just hasn't had them.]
We'll make it home. Don't you worry about that. I'm planning to fill up this stupid card and get my starship back to move everyone home.
[ With lemonade decided for Adora, Annette gets to work perusing the menu for her own drink of choice. She could get the same thing as last time - delicious, for sure! - but she also wants to try something new. Decisions, decisions....
She's pulled away from her train of thought by Adora's remark, lips evening out as she stares at the other girl, slightly surprised. ]
Fill up your card? [ Wait a minute.... ] You really think checking off everything on the card will get us back home?
[Adora meets her eyes with a stoic expression, nodding firmly. She's got some ideas about how to make that work, but the easiest thing would simply be to request a ship.]
I think that it will give me the ability to ask for something bigger. I have a way to travel between stars, to get us home. So, I'm hoping to make that happen, yes.
[ They're supposed to be here so they can learn about each other, and Annette's certainly holding up her end of the bargain poorly - has she even said a single word about herself so far? - but she can't help but lean forward, eyes bright with interest. ]
The stars? Really? Wow….I've never even left Faerghus, let alone traveled somewhere that far away.
[ Who wants to talk about wars and long nights full of homework and studying when there are literal stars for her to reach for? ]
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[ She means it. As embarrassing as their first meeting might have been, Annette genuinely likes Adora. It'll be nice, she thinks, to get to know the other girl better. ]
Let's head inside. I've never been here before, so I don't know what's best to get.
[ But boy is she excited to find out. ]
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[Adora sweeps towards the door at a brisk trot, pushing it open for Annette with a half bow.]
After you, miss!
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It's fine, it's fine, she makes it to a free table and seats herself, handing over a menu when Adora also takes her seat. ]
What kind of drinks do you like? Sweet ones or sour?
[ Or even, gasp, bitter. ]
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Oh, hum. I guess sour, but sweet's fine too.
[She sinks down and takes the menu.]
I'm...not really picky? Where I grew up, we pretty much just had water.
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Really? Not even tea?
[ That sounds so sad... ]
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[Actually it sorta sucked.]
I didn't try tea till about three years ago. But it's good!
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[ The menu goes entirely forgotten as Annette gazes at Adora, mouth hanging open just a little. To not have been able to enjoy even something as simple as tea until recently.... ]
Then we'll have to make sure you get to try everything you want while you're here! [ wait, she remembers this island is kind of a desolate wasteland and amends her words: ] Well, as much as we can.
[ Yes, yes, they're supposed to be learning about each other but they can multi-task! ]
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[She laughs, reaching out to squeeze Annette's hand real quick.]
But if you have recommendations, I'll try them all.
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Well, what do you like best? Salty? Sweet? Bitter? Whatever you want, I'll get it for you!
[ Because that's what she does with and for her friends. ]
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[She doesn't know what a lemon is exactly, but she's thinking about them now.]
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Something sweet but also a little sour….oooh, how about some lemonade!
[ She has no idea if Adora's ever had it before, but it sounds right up her alley. ]
You know, as weird as this place is, not everything is bad here. We had a lot of different options to choose from back home, but there's so much more to try here! [ Her enthusiasm is genuine, the delight in her voice echoing through the cafe. ] If we ever make it hope, I hope I can bring back some of the recipes here.
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[Thanks fam. She needs to be exposed to life's pleasures.
She nods right along with Annette, start to finish. Her enthusiasm is catching, because yeah, there are a lot of nice foods here she's totally bringing back with her.
Spoilers: They already exist, she just hasn't had them.]
We'll make it home. Don't you worry about that. I'm planning to fill up this stupid card and get my starship back to move everyone home.
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She's pulled away from her train of thought by Adora's remark, lips evening out as she stares at the other girl, slightly surprised. ]
Fill up your card? [ Wait a minute.... ] You really think checking off everything on the card will get us back home?
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I think that it will give me the ability to ask for something bigger. I have a way to travel between stars, to get us home. So, I'm hoping to make that happen, yes.
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The stars? Really? Wow….I've never even left Faerghus, let alone traveled somewhere that far away.
[ Who wants to talk about wars and long nights full of homework and studying when there are literal stars for her to reach for? ]
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[Adora looks curiously at Annette, at that. She's just as interested in hearing about .]
What's Faerghus like?
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[ Unconsciously, she lowers her menu, gaze drifting to some place distant for a moment. ]
It's cold. It feels like it's always winter there. All the fiefdoms look the same, just grey stone against a snow-covered forest.
[ She laughs a little, fond despite the less than complimentary words, eyes clearing again as she looks up at Adora. ]
But it's still my home. I miss it, a little bit.
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[Adora smiles gently, almost wistfully, and reaches a hand out to touch her friend's shoulder. Just a touch, a quick squeeze.]
...you'll get home eventually. I promise you that.
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I know. There are so many smart people here that I'm sure we'll figure something out.
[ 'We' because she's determined to help too! ]
But we can worry about all that later, after we eat!
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[And it's about then that the server arrives.]
Let's dig in!
[ooc: Perhaps call this in preparation for something new in a few weeks?]