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[asteionknight]

Who: Albert, imeeji
Where: lobby live
When: day 99, noon

[ While he wasn't there, it seems that people need something that wasn't ... What Just Happened to think about. So, he sits in an armchair, sipping a cup of tea -- and smashes that live button. ]

I'd like to hear more about your opinions on various types of teas. With the reach of our world's stretching out to the unimaginable, the difference in our cultures with regards to cuisine is interesting. ...At least, with what the most of us can remember, that is.

My own favourite is Earl Grey. Hard to prepare incorrectly, it has a sweetness to it, with bergamot giving something reminiscent of citrus with a complex yet humble flavour. It works well as a base for cream and sugar, and some find it nice to add lavender for an even fuller flavour.

On this topic, I am casting shame to the overly sickly-sweet drinks in the café. They seem there only for presentation, and pay no mind to what that ungodly amount of sugar and syrup does to the flavour of anything at all. Trying one, I immediately feared for my life. This part is not up for debate, as they're likely another hell-like punishment cast upon us.

Thank you for your time.

Comments

[syncintohell]

I would offer to order you some but I, likewise, do not trust the tea at this cafe to be up to standards.

[ Just having water. ]

Though it seems our newest enjoys it well enough.

[furrytailprince]

I have actually yet to visit it. I prefer enjoying it with others.

Newest?

[syncintohell]

Kaguya. You have not gone this far without meeting her, have you?

[furrytailprince]

The name does not ring a bell.

[ Pulling out his phone to find his new teammate's profile ]

... she seems cheerful.

[syncintohell]

That is a correct assessment of her personality, from what I have seen thus far. So much so that it feels odd to have her amongst our number.

[furrytailprince]

There must be a reason. Though I suppose people have been changing their units.

[syncintohell]

Possibly as a counterbalance to the rest of us, or a broadening of appeal.

[furrytailprince]

Do you think our standing is in jeopardy?

[syncintohell]

It is difficult to tell, limited as our contact is with the outside world. It may merely be that, missing Maki, we no longer had a girl among our number and they sought to rectify that.

[furrytailprince]

Ah, that is an important point. Were we the only team without one?

[syncintohell]

I do not pay enough attention to the comings and goings of other units to be certain.

[furrytailprince]

Same. We would have to consult with Yasuragi or Sol. They probably pay the most attention.

[syncintohell]

Yes, the rest of us do not have being social as a particular strength of ours. Though it is really of no matter, unless we lose another.

[furrytailprince]

... do you think that will happen?

[syncintohell]

There is no telling. Ken bore no particular signs before being taken from us. I have heard it being guessed that avoiding the limelight is a factor, but though Eve comes and goes he yet remains with us.

[furrytailprince]

... Ken may still yet return.

[syncintohell]

He may yet.

[ He doesn't refute, but his response is muted. ]

I only meant that I cannot gauge what may come in our futures.

[furrytailprince]

... perhaps Kaguya is to help with our balance, as you suggested.