[That's really kind of Crow... only that Hijikata doesn't realise that it's a mayonnaise cupcake right away. Still, it says a lot that he smiles for Crow despite not really liking sweet sugary treats all that much!]
Why, thank you. I'll ask them for a candle.
[If this is his little birthday cake, then he may as well make a wish!]
I'll start with sake, yeah. They've got a "summer solstice sake", whatever that is, I'll give that a try.
[While Crow studies the drinks menu Hijikata procures a small item from his pocket: a simple necklace in the form of a plan black leather band with a ruby pendant that's mostly left in its natural, somewhat rough shape.]
This is for Onyx. He wanted something crimson, right? Don't worry, you'll get something too, but only on your birthday!
Summer Solstice Sake? That sounds pretty good, actually!
[Crow was just going to go for a jug of beer, but sake sounds like it's a level up from beer. Somehow, he wants to prove to Hijikata that he can hold his liquor, even though it's not a competition. So when the server comes by, Crow requests two chilled Summer Solistic Sake. He also throws in the candle as well.
He looks up to see the officer present him with Onyx's gift. Oh yeah for the time that his familiar helped them out with crystals. Seeing the ruby, Crow automatically knows the yatagarasu will like it.]
This is perfect! He'll love it! Actually, he can thank you himself!
[ The hedgehog summons his familiar. The tri-pedal crow perches himself on the table as Crow shows him the necklace. He places it on the bird, and Onyx visibly puffs out his chest with pride.]
It seems he likes it.
[Onyx hops on the samurai's shoulder and he starts picking at the strands of Hijikata's hair as if trying to preen them. Crow chuckles a little at the show of affection.]
Yep! He likes it a lot! And I guess I'll be patient with my gift, but you didn't have to!
[Aw, Onyx really seems happy! Hijikata asked the jeweler to tie the band to the yatagarasu's approximate size so it won't get in his way while flying or perching on branches. He allows the grooming, even if it won't get his hair any neater. His own familiar, despite having a crow form too, would never be this affectionate with him... in fact Hijikata would be kind of spooked if he suddenly were. He laughs a little and runs a hand over the youkai's back.]
It suits you, Onyx.
[Already the server returns with their sake and a thin little candle, which he sticks into Hijikata's cupcake and lights.]
Do I make a wish now? Or should we leave it on for a while for ambience?
[The server smiles and ensures him that they'll provide them with lights for their table once it gets properly dark. After a few words of banter he leaves, and Hijikata raises his glass to Crow.]
[Onyx likes the petting enough to not fidget so much on Hijikata's shoulder as the server comes out with their sake and a candle. Now, this can be an official birthday cupcake!]
Huh? Ambience? Who cares about that, make a wish before the candle starts to melts! And you have to wish for something really good! Nothing lame like a new pair of socks!
[ Despite, Crow's age, he can really be a kid sometimes. Though he seems insistent on making sure Hijikata does the proper birthday ritual and blows out his candle. Though, he does pick up his own glass and participates in the samurai's cheers.]
To our Mid-Birthday! Kanpai!
[Making sure to clank his glass against the other man's for a proper salutation. He takes a sip from his drink before urging Hijikata to blow out his candle.]
[Oh, this feels so nostalgic. Their surroundings are very much Avalonian, but simply being able to "kanpai!" with someone and taste the sake on his lips (it comes with a slightly sweet fruity note) gives Hijikata a sense of home. He follows Crow's eager encouragement and, on his count, blows out the candle while wishing to find his loved ones on Earth and Prismatica alive and well when this is all over.]
Let's share the cupcake.
[The server thoughtfully provided a knife and fork along with the drinks and candle, so Hijikata cuts the tiny birthday cake in half. When he takes the first bite of his share his face immediately lights up.]
Oh! It's delicious! You've got to tell me where you bought it! I've never had a cupcake this good!
[ Though before Crow could even protest, the server already has a knife and fork ready. Hijikata already cuts into the cupcake, so he couldn't refuse. Damn it!
Though seeing Hijikata enjoy the cupcake makes the rocker pretty pleased with himself! It's not a regular cupcake, so it's not unusual that the older man hasn't had anything like it before.]
Oh? Do you like it? That's because of the secret ingredient! Can you guess what it is?
[Crow digs into his half as he allows the samurai to figure it out. Oh, it's actually not bad at all!]
[He's visibly delighted, looking all mellow and glowy... being gifted mayonnaise treats makes him happier than almost anything else, so Crow's idea was a total bullseye.]
[Obviously anyone can recognize their favorite food even in the guise of a fluffy confection. Crow's disappointment doesn't last long because Hijikata's praise goes straight to the hedgehog's head. Of course, he has good taste!
He lifts his chin, puffs out his chest like a rooster, and his tail gives a flaunting wave.]
I am pretty good at gifts, huh? You should check out the bakery yourself whenever you want to treat yourself! I forgot the name, but I can give you the general location in Camelot. Though, it was a little hard to think of what to get you. You don't seem like a very materialistic person.
[He grins a little as he finishes off his half of the cupcake and sips more sake.]
Really, though, I've got my sword and my other gear and enough gold to feed myself, what more do I need? What sort of things do you have on your wishlist?
[He knows that people collect anything from stamps to butterflies (and he himself had an inglorious otaku phase during which he splurged on doujinshi and figurines, but we don't talk about that), so he wonders... might Crow have musical idols he looks up to? Or does he simply nourish his aesthetic and collect all things dark, edgy and crimson? He would have gotten him something neat and practical for his birthday, but now he wonders.]
You sound just like Yaiba, although he would throw in mechas and video games too! My wishlist? I normally would want anything that makes me look cool!
[ The redhead shrugs not having a specific thing in mind.
Crow definitely has musical idols he looks up to and transforms into a rabid fan being in their mere presence. However, Hijikata is right about the dark, crimson, and edgy paraphernalia, Crow certainly has an eye for collecting different accessories. It can range from chokers, necklaces, rings, or elaborate clothing. Though at his simplest form, he's happiest with good food and company.
Speaking of which, he jolts up when a few ideas pop into his head.]
Or spicy snacks! Personalized guitar picks! I mean there's so much to choose from!
[Crow's excitement is once again endearing. "Anything that makes him look cool" is a broad field, so finding a suitable present for him will be smooth sailing!]
I'm committing that to memory.
[Hijikata actually knows a thing or two about spicy snacks since the Okita siblings back home always loved anything hot and spicy, much the the pain of anyone they treated to their chili- or tabasco-laced concoctions. He refills his and Crow's cups, emptying the bottle of sake, and raises his drink to him once more.]
Please do! And if you forget, I'm happy to give you a refresher!
[ Crow will never deny a gift, but Hijikata doesn't necessarily have to go out of his way on his behalf. He's fine with something simple as clanking cups and throwing back sake. It makes him feel more mature!
So when he empties his cup, he grins as Hijikata refills his cup and raises his own cup for another cheer. Of course, Crow doesn't leave the samurai hanging, and cheerfully knocks against his cup.]
KANPAI!!!
[ He drinks a bit before, a question pops into his head.]
Hey, did you also go out drinking with your men? I'm sure things got a bit crazy! Sometimes, my band would get so plastered at the Karaoke bar!
[Crow is so brazen, but Hijikata almost respects his unabashed admission of wanting to get presents. At least he's not snobbish about what he gets! At the question he cracks a grin.]
Oh yeah, Shinsengumi parties get rowdy. It doesn't end at karaoke bars.
[How often did his commander and a bunch of the other men end up in a hostess club or even in the red light district? But that's not very Sanrio-friendly, so he leaves it at the allusion. The hostesses and courtesans are shrewd, anyway, and generally leave them penniless (and sometimes pantsless) for Hijikata and whatever underlings he forces to come with him to scrape up and drag home. Come to think...]
If you guys got all smashed drunk, how'd you get home? Just on your own? Or do you have a manager who looks after you?
[ Not Sanrio-friendly, but even if Crow comes from a kids show, they're still able to get away with a few adult themes. Especially fanservice and some weird S/M tropes.
As for Hijikata's question, Crow does have an answer, but probably not what he thinks. He drinks some more before smirking at the idea of his manager.]
Oh, we do have a manager, but he's no better than we are! He gets piss drunk too because he's a lightweight!
[Crow can be a lightweight too, it's probably a size thing.]
Though whenever that happens, Rom, our drummer is usually the designated driver or he'll make sure we get home okay if we're really intoxicated. Then he'll scold us about it the next day! He's the oldest of the group, so he doesn't get carried away. Plus, he has a full-time job too, so he tends to be more responsible because of his other obligations.
[If they both knew about that they could drink on being surrounded by S/M kinksters next... but on second thought that's not something Hijikata really wants to toast to. He snorts a little as Crow reveals his manager's inability to keep it together on a night out.]
Well, as long as someone gets everybody home in the end it's all good. If we had sake left we should drink to Rom next!
[They ought to leave it at the one bottle, though, otherwise they may inadvertently end up spending the night in some ditch. Hijikata sighs pleasantly as he empties his cup]
Speaking of your bandmates, I'm already looking forward to seeing you in concert again. The one we held in the forest last month was nice and atmospheric, but it couldn't quite compare to the stage acoustics!
Huh?! We're stopping there? We can definitely handle another round, no problem! We can even order a snack to help absorb some of the alcohol, too! Let's get tempura! Fried food is the best with sake!
[They won't end up in a ditch...hopefully! Before Hijikata could protest, Crow is already flagging the server over.]
You are? Ren usually organizes the concerts, so I guess whenever that'll be. And oh! I did sign up to do some shows at the Phoenix Roost on some Saturdays, too! You should definitely stop by! At night, the downstairs area of the cafe turns into a live house! They have pretty good acoustics there!
[Hijikata must be catching on that Crow is probably the ringleader when it comes to his band's outings.]
Well, everyone loves tempura!
[ Once the server comes over, Crow orders another bottle of sake to share and an assortment of tempura to compliment it. Unfortunately, the bottle arrives before the food and Crow takes the liberty of refilling Hijikata's cup first.]
Yeah, it's a cafe during the day. I've been there a few times, it's actually a nice space to pass the time and write lyrics.
[ Though, he'll be glad if Hijikata did come to one of his shows. He could even bring Chester, too. There's something different about a live performance versus listening to a CD. Crow sips his drink already feeling the buzz, but the tempura arrives on cue, sizzling and piping hot. The server puts down a few condiments to eat with it, like tempura sauce, pickled ginger, and even ketchup. Though despite his choices, he decides to experiment.]
[Hijikata isn't fussing since they're in the middle of Camelot City, not in the Ash Mountains or Dusklight Woods, so even if they end up smashed drunk they won't run much risk of meeting a terrible fate! He lets out a pleased little hum as the tempura is set down; it looks and smells mouth-watering, and the new sake tastes good too.]
You want mayonnaise? Be my guest!
[He passes the bottle over after drowning his share of the food in the condiment, curious how Crow will like it.]
Take as much as you want, don't be shy! I brought a second bottle just in case.
[ Even though Crow is a little buzzed, the fact that Hijikata brought a second bottle of mayo just makes his eyebrows furrow. This guy really has a mayo addiction! Unlike, the samurai who smothers his food in mayo, Crow is a little more practical, scooping out a glob and using it as a dipping sauce. He tests it out with a piece of shrimp tempura. He takes a bite with a plentiful dollop and takes a moment to savor on it. Finally, he reveals his verdict.]
It's actually not bad!
[Now, will he become a fanatic like Hijikata, hell no, but it does change his idea of mayonnaise. Crow continues to eat dipping into the mayo every now and then.]
[He brought two bottles in case he runs out, of course. It's a real risk during an extensive meal! He attentively observes Crow and smiles when he expresses his liking of it, but then gets mildly confused at his next question.]
Addiction? I just like it. It's tasty, isn't it?
[He likewise picks up a big mayonnaise-dripping shrimp and eats it... oh, this combined with the sake reminds this of home altogether now. If he closes his eyes it's almost like he's back in Edo for a moment.]
[ That's valid, but still Hijikata uses a lot. He assumed there was some traumatic experience behind all of that. Maybe he didn't have enough to eat as a child or mayonnaise brought him comfort during hardships.
He and his bandmates could eat an excessive amount of toppings too, but they at least changed it up sometimes.]
No, it's actually pretty good! I always thought mayo was so bland, but it compliments fried food so well!
[Crow is still going to make use of the other toppings as well splashing a bit of the tempura sauce and pickled ginger on the next bite! This is heaven!]
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Date: 2021-07-09 09:50 pm (UTC)Why, thank you. I'll ask them for a candle.
[If this is his little birthday cake, then he may as well make a wish!]
I'll start with sake, yeah. They've got a "summer solstice sake", whatever that is, I'll give that a try.
[While Crow studies the drinks menu Hijikata procures a small item from his pocket: a simple necklace in the form of a plan black leather band with a ruby pendant that's mostly left in its natural, somewhat rough shape.]
This is for Onyx. He wanted something crimson, right? Don't worry, you'll get something too, but only on your birthday!
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Date: 2021-07-26 02:39 am (UTC)[Crow was just going to go for a jug of beer, but sake sounds like it's a level up from beer. Somehow, he wants to prove to Hijikata that he can hold his liquor, even though it's not a competition. So when the server comes by, Crow requests two chilled Summer Solistic Sake. He also throws in the candle as well.
He looks up to see the officer present him with Onyx's gift. Oh yeah for the time that his familiar helped them out with crystals. Seeing the ruby, Crow automatically knows the yatagarasu will like it.]
This is perfect! He'll love it! Actually, he can thank you himself!
[ The hedgehog summons his familiar. The tri-pedal crow perches himself on the table as Crow shows him the necklace. He places it on the bird, and Onyx visibly puffs out his chest with pride.]
It seems he likes it.
[Onyx hops on the samurai's shoulder and he starts picking at the strands of Hijikata's hair as if trying to preen them. Crow chuckles a little at the show of affection.]
Yep! He likes it a lot! And I guess I'll be patient with my gift, but you didn't have to!
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Date: 2021-07-27 04:15 pm (UTC)It suits you, Onyx.
[Already the server returns with their sake and a thin little candle, which he sticks into Hijikata's cupcake and lights.]
Do I make a wish now? Or should we leave it on for a while for ambience?
[The server smiles and ensures him that they'll provide them with lights for their table once it gets properly dark. After a few words of banter he leaves, and Hijikata raises his glass to Crow.]
Here's to our middle birthday!
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Date: 2021-08-10 03:51 am (UTC)Huh? Ambience? Who cares about that, make a wish before the candle starts to melts! And you have to wish for something really good! Nothing lame like a new pair of socks!
[ Despite, Crow's age, he can really be a kid sometimes. Though he seems insistent on making sure Hijikata does the proper birthday ritual and blows out his candle. Though, he does pick up his own glass and participates in the samurai's cheers.]
To our Mid-Birthday! Kanpai!
[Making sure to clank his glass against the other man's for a proper salutation. He takes a sip from his drink before urging Hijikata to blow out his candle.]
All right! 1..2..3! Make a wish!
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Date: 2021-08-11 06:40 pm (UTC)Let's share the cupcake.
[The server thoughtfully provided a knife and fork along with the drinks and candle, so Hijikata cuts the tiny birthday cake in half. When he takes the first bite of his share his face immediately lights up.]
Oh! It's delicious! You've got to tell me where you bought it! I've never had a cupcake this good!
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Date: 2021-10-18 02:59 am (UTC)[ Though before Crow could even protest, the server already has a knife and fork ready. Hijikata already cuts into the cupcake, so he couldn't refuse. Damn it!
Though seeing Hijikata enjoy the cupcake makes the rocker pretty pleased with himself! It's not a regular cupcake, so it's not unusual that the older man hasn't had anything like it before.]
Oh? Do you like it? That's because of the secret ingredient! Can you guess what it is?
[Crow digs into his half as he allows the samurai to figure it out. Oh, it's actually not bad at all!]
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Date: 2021-10-20 12:40 am (UTC)[He's visibly delighted, looking all mellow and glowy... being gifted mayonnaise treats makes him happier than almost anything else, so Crow's idea was a total bullseye.]
You've got really good taste, Crow!
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Date: 2021-10-22 03:20 am (UTC)[Obviously anyone can recognize their favorite food even in the guise of a fluffy confection. Crow's disappointment doesn't last long because Hijikata's praise goes straight to the hedgehog's head. Of course, he has good taste!
He lifts his chin, puffs out his chest like a rooster, and his tail gives a flaunting wave.]
I am pretty good at gifts, huh? You should check out the bakery yourself whenever you want to treat yourself! I forgot the name, but I can give you the general location in Camelot. Though, it was a little hard to think of what to get you. You don't seem like a very materialistic person.
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Date: 2021-10-25 11:15 pm (UTC)[He grins a little as he finishes off his half of the cupcake and sips more sake.]
Really, though, I've got my sword and my other gear and enough gold to feed myself, what more do I need? What sort of things do you have on your wishlist?
[He knows that people collect anything from stamps to butterflies (and he himself had an inglorious otaku phase during which he splurged on doujinshi and figurines, but we don't talk about that), so he wonders... might Crow have musical idols he looks up to? Or does he simply nourish his aesthetic and collect all things dark, edgy and crimson? He would have gotten him something neat and practical for his birthday, but now he wonders.]
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Date: 2021-10-30 02:01 am (UTC)[ The redhead shrugs not having a specific thing in mind.
Crow definitely has musical idols he looks up to and transforms into a rabid fan being in their mere presence. However, Hijikata is right about the dark, crimson, and edgy paraphernalia, Crow certainly has an eye for collecting different accessories. It can range from chokers, necklaces, rings, or elaborate clothing. Though at his simplest form, he's happiest with good food and company.
Speaking of which, he jolts up when a few ideas pop into his head.]
Or spicy snacks! Personalized guitar picks! I mean there's so much to choose from!
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Date: 2021-11-01 12:55 am (UTC)I'm committing that to memory.
[Hijikata actually knows a thing or two about spicy snacks since the Okita siblings back home always loved anything hot and spicy, much the the pain of anyone they treated to their chili- or tabasco-laced concoctions. He refills his and Crow's cups, emptying the bottle of sake, and raises his drink to him once more.]
Here's to your birthday in advance, then. Kanpai!
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Date: 2021-11-02 03:10 am (UTC)[ Crow will never deny a gift, but Hijikata doesn't necessarily have to go out of his way on his behalf. He's fine with something simple as clanking cups and throwing back sake. It makes him feel more mature!
So when he empties his cup, he grins as Hijikata refills his cup and raises his own cup for another cheer. Of course, Crow doesn't leave the samurai hanging, and cheerfully knocks against his cup.]
KANPAI!!!
[ He drinks a bit before, a question pops into his head.]
Hey, did you also go out drinking with your men? I'm sure things got a bit crazy! Sometimes, my band would get so plastered at the Karaoke bar!
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Date: 2021-11-04 11:30 pm (UTC)Oh yeah, Shinsengumi parties get rowdy. It doesn't end at karaoke bars.
[How often did his commander and a bunch of the other men end up in a hostess club or even in the red light district? But that's not very Sanrio-friendly, so he leaves it at the allusion. The hostesses and courtesans are shrewd, anyway, and generally leave them penniless (and sometimes pantsless) for Hijikata and whatever underlings he forces to come with him to scrape up and drag home. Come to think...]
If you guys got all smashed drunk, how'd you get home? Just on your own? Or do you have a manager who looks after you?
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Date: 2021-11-06 11:25 pm (UTC)As for Hijikata's question, Crow does have an answer, but probably not what he thinks. He drinks some more before smirking at the idea of his manager.]
Oh, we do have a manager, but he's no better than we are! He gets piss drunk too because he's a lightweight!
[Crow can be a lightweight too, it's probably a size thing.]
Though whenever that happens, Rom, our drummer is usually the designated driver or he'll make sure we get home okay if we're really intoxicated. Then he'll scold us about it the next day! He's the oldest of the group, so he doesn't get carried away. Plus, he has a full-time job too, so he tends to be more responsible because of his other obligations.
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Date: 2021-11-07 01:40 am (UTC)Well, as long as someone gets everybody home in the end it's all good. If we had sake left we should drink to Rom next!
[They ought to leave it at the one bottle, though, otherwise they may inadvertently end up spending the night in some ditch. Hijikata sighs pleasantly as he empties his cup]
Speaking of your bandmates, I'm already looking forward to seeing you in concert again. The one we held in the forest last month was nice and atmospheric, but it couldn't quite compare to the stage acoustics!
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Date: 2021-11-07 10:56 pm (UTC)Huh?! We're stopping there? We can definitely handle another round, no problem! We can even order a snack to help absorb some of the alcohol, too! Let's get tempura! Fried food is the best with sake!
[They won't end up in a ditch...hopefully! Before Hijikata could protest, Crow is already flagging the server over.]
You are? Ren usually organizes the concerts, so I guess whenever that'll be. And oh! I did sign up to do some shows at the Phoenix Roost on some Saturdays, too! You should definitely stop by! At night, the downstairs area of the cafe turns into a live house! They have pretty good acoustics there!
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Date: 2021-11-08 10:30 pm (UTC)Tempura? You know how to hook me, don't you?
[Tempura goes so well with mayonnaise (but then everything does in Hijikata's world)! He's pleased to hear that Crow has a new venue to sing at, too.]
The Phoenix Roost is a café? I thought it was a night club. Well, neither is quite my scene, but I can make an exception to see you play.
[Honestly, what even is "his scene" besides the battlefield and the illusion of a myaonnaise factory he made up in his head?]
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Date: 2021-11-09 05:02 am (UTC)Well, everyone loves tempura!
[ Once the server comes over, Crow orders another bottle of sake to share and an assortment of tempura to compliment it. Unfortunately, the bottle arrives before the food and Crow takes the liberty of refilling Hijikata's cup first.]
Yeah, it's a cafe during the day. I've been there a few times, it's actually a nice space to pass the time and write lyrics.
[ Though, he'll be glad if Hijikata did come to one of his shows. He could even bring Chester, too. There's something different about a live performance versus listening to a CD. Crow sips his drink already feeling the buzz, but the tempura arrives on cue, sizzling and piping hot. The server puts down a few condiments to eat with it, like tempura sauce, pickled ginger, and even ketchup. Though despite his choices, he decides to experiment.]
I wanna try it with your mayo!
[ He really must be tipsy!]
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Date: 2021-11-09 10:50 pm (UTC)You want mayonnaise? Be my guest!
[He passes the bottle over after drowning his share of the food in the condiment, curious how Crow will like it.]
Take as much as you want, don't be shy! I brought a second bottle just in case.
[As you do...]
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Date: 2021-11-11 03:38 am (UTC)[ Even though Crow is a little buzzed, the fact that Hijikata brought a second bottle of mayo just makes his eyebrows furrow. This guy really has a mayo addiction! Unlike, the samurai who smothers his food in mayo, Crow is a little more practical, scooping out a glob and using it as a dipping sauce. He tests it out with a piece of shrimp tempura. He takes a bite with a plentiful dollop and takes a moment to savor on it. Finally, he reveals his verdict.]
It's actually not bad!
[Now, will he become a fanatic like Hijikata, hell no, but it does change his idea of mayonnaise. Crow continues to eat dipping into the mayo every now and then.]
So when did your addiction to mayo start?
[Color Crow curious.]
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Date: 2021-11-11 11:20 pm (UTC)Addiction? I just like it. It's tasty, isn't it?
[He likewise picks up a big mayonnaise-dripping shrimp and eats it... oh, this combined with the sake reminds this of home altogether now. If he closes his eyes it's almost like he's back in Edo for a moment.]
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Date: 2021-11-14 06:16 pm (UTC)[ That's valid, but still Hijikata uses a lot. He assumed there was some traumatic experience behind all of that. Maybe he didn't have enough to eat as a child or mayonnaise brought him comfort during hardships.
He and his bandmates could eat an excessive amount of toppings too, but they at least changed it up sometimes.]
No, it's actually pretty good! I always thought mayo was so bland, but it compliments fried food so well!
[Crow is still going to make use of the other toppings as well splashing a bit of the tempura sauce and pickled ginger on the next bite! This is heaven!]