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[axeofoath]

A-ah...I didn't finish all of the laundry...The kitchen needs to be swept, too...

[It's the hushed voice of a young man, sounding both longing and peaceful. Gremio, sitting against the side of a building near the fountain, doesn't register the change in scenery quite immediately. But several seconds later...]

E-eh? C-could this be-?

[He's not sure what he expected to see upon dying, but this...probably wasn't it.]

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[stargathering]

... [ As good a reaction as any. Tyr stares at him for a few moments in disbelief before smiling. He can stop freaking out and clinging himself now. ]

That's right. So stop saying such depressing things.

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[axeofoath]

I-I didn't mean to bring down your spirits, Y-Young Master. I... [He just didn't think his death could only be temporary.]

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[stargathering]

It's fine, Gremio... Come on, let's hurry up so we don't have to stay out in the cold like this.

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[axeofoath]

Y-y-yes, of course! [He's still dazed from the whole thing, but it's starting to be replaced with giddiness. It won't be their last time shopping together, or the last stew he'll cook, or- There are so many things he can still help with.]

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[stargathering]

[ The giddiness is mutual. Maybe it's contagious, even though Tyr's thoughts are just reassuring him that everything will be fine in the end. Walking walking to the market. At this rate, they might have passed it... ]

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[axeofoath]

[At the moment, Gremio feels like he'd be happy if they just walked forever! Oh, but the young master will have to eat eventually...] Young Master, let's pick up some special ingredients! I'll bake a pie as well!

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[stargathering]

[ At this moment, Tyr could even like the City. But yes, eating would help. Tyr is always going to be a growing boy! ] All right. Let's see what they have in stock. What type of pie will we have tonight?

[ The market! Hopefully it's indoors for the winter... ]

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[axeofoath]

[Yes, Tyr always will be! Thankfully, Gremio loves to feed him.] I suppose it would depend on what's available right now...Apple would be a good choice, if they're in season here.

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[stargathering]

[ And he's so good at it! It's a match made in heaven. ] They might be; we'll see.

[ Thinking about it... ] Apple with cinnamon... It's been a while since I've had that.

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[axeofoath]

[They're only the perfect family~]

Has it, Young Master? Then I shall fix that for you as soon as possible!

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[stargathering]

[ This is why Pahn joined them! ]

I can't wait. [ Childish excitement all over this. ] Ah, when you make it, I want to help.

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[axeofoath]

[He couldn't get this kind of cooking with the Imperial Army!]

[Gremio's just as excited, too! He gets his little kitchen helper~!] Oh, Y-Young Master! It would be wonderful to have your help!

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[stargathering]

[ Or anywhere else! ]

I have to warm you, though: I haven't gotten any better than you remember...

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[axeofoath]

[Only with the young master~!]

N-nonsense, Young Master! Y-you always give an outstanding effort!

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[stargathering]

[ Only with Gremio~! ]

Then maybe I'll make a pie by myself next.

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[axeofoath]

[Yes, Tyr is so spoiled~]

B-by your--A-ah, I'm certain you'll be able to...I'll be nearby if you need any assistance, Young Master!

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[stargathering]

[ Young master through and through, this one! ]

You really think so, Gremio? You shouldn't worry about assisting me, then. I'll surprise you sometime.

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[axeofoath]

[So much! And Gremio is so proud of him. :>]

Y-yes, certainly! If you insist...[He'll be prepared to clean up.]

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[stargathering]

[ Yes. :'D Somehow, he is! ]

I do. [ Grabs a bag of apples. Lalala. ] What type do you want?

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[axeofoath]

[Because he's a very good one!]

Please choose whichever you would like. I would be more than happy to eat anything prepared by you, Young Master. [And he would~ Also picks up some vegetables for stew.]

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[stargathering]

[ Oh, isn't he just~? ]

[ Oh Gremio. Now he almost wants to. ] But if it's for you, you need to choose.

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[axeofoath]

[Yes, the best~!]

[Gremio wouldn't mind encouraging him, mess or not!] W-well, if you would like...Since I'm making apple, perhaps you could try sweet potato or pumpkin!

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[stargathering]

Can I mix both fillings?

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[axeofoath]

Uh--Y-Young Master, h-how about we just stick to one?

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[stargathering]

You don't think they'd be good together? It can be half-and-half.