middaeg | [closed] i'm always chasing rainbows

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[closed] i'm always chasing rainbows

Who: Soundwave and Saber
When: Beginning of Septeril
Where: Saber's residence
What: Talking, exchanging backstories
Warnings: Likely war discussion will come up. A crime against cuisine

[With their schedule clear, it was time to make true of the promise they made back during Lunasa celebration last month, both offered to share their long stories when they have the time. A bit of a bonding exercise, and it was an opportunity to learn more about the blond girl. It's early in the afternoon, they'll have plenty of time to discuss their stories. Given that he could still transform into his alt-mode, an armored vehicle of sort, it won't be long for him to reach Saber's place of residence after a small exchange over their watches.

The roar of an engine is alien for the locals but it was sure to perk anyone's attention, as he rolls over to his destination. It's fairly likely that Saber might be able to hear it too, the rumbling sound of an engine, getting closer and closer outside until it dies down. He'll leave himself parked outside the house, materialized his avatar instead as to better able to enjoy the drinks Saber will provide.

After making sure he's got the right house, he knocks upon the door and waits for her patiently, sending a message to Saber beforehand that he's arriving soon.]

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That's fair. I know humans eat animals to survive- [which is weird too when he first heard but has since gotten over it.] -it's the first I heard eggs are something you consumed, too.

[That's when his olfactory sensor sniffs the fragrant aroma. It's an aroma he's entirely unfamiliar with...]

This is a unique smell...

Yes; cooking is... something of an art and also something of a science. You must use the right amount of ingredients and cook them the right length of time to get the desired outcome. Of course, sometimes it can be done more by 'feel' than by precise measurements.

[ She shrugs and then adds a few handfuls of fresh spinach, watching the green leaves begin to cook in with the onions. ]

An art and a science. I see, there's more to it than just cooking it over a fire for some time.

[Although someone would've said the same when brewing high grades. He has no knowledge in that sort of area at all. Still an interesting tidbit, Soundwave hums after her explanation, eyes on her briefly before he turns back to the pain in time with her adding a new ingredient.

Those green leaves sure shrink fast in the pan.]

[ They sure do. As they cook down, Saber adds the eggs and it starts to cook, covering the bottom of the pan in the golden-yellow liquid. She glances up as she lets it work. ]

Oh, yes. One can make simple, bland meals that way... but bland food is only filling. It does nothing for the mind.

[ As she has learned. ]

[He watches the egg sizzles and cook, turning white in the process.]

Hmm. I can see that. Food is better enjoyed when it's flavorful.

[Flavors are important.]

It's something I've learned and taken to heart.

[ There's that smile again. She gives the egg a few moments more and then lifts the pan and gives it a quick flip onto the uncooked side. Ta-da! ]

In my own time my meals were rather bland, I'm afraid to say.

[That's a cool flip, Saber!]

That is depressing to hear. [He could deal with bland tasting Energon during the war for survival's sake but outside of that, why would anyone want bland Energon?] Incidentally, what time period were you from?

[He doesn't know all the exacts about human history, but he has some ideas about the time periods from what he had heard.]

Ah... some would call it the "Dark Ages", in the aftermath of the collapse of the Roman Empire.

[ She looks a little thoughtful. ]

It was a time of strife, but I never felt as if they were truly "dark".

"Dark Ages"... I believe that was centuries ago. [...] At least it was for the Earth I'm familiar with.

[If he has access to Earth's Wikipedia he would've been able to figure out the exact date. But he's not on Earth, even if he somehow manages to connect to a galactic internet.]

Oh? What makes you say that? [Judging solely by the name, he would imagine it was a truly terrible age in human history.]

Some seem to think of it as a period of nothing but strife and ignorance. In my own experience, it was... difficult at times, but not as it is sometimes depicted.

[ She's a bit biased, of course. ]

Hm. People tend to exaggerate stories, I suppose. Especially some of those who don't experience it themselves...

[It doesn't escape him that she could be biased, though.]

It's true. My legend grew in the telling, after all. As do all legends...

[ She might be biased, yes. ]

That's how legends grew.... More often the truth isn't as fascinating. Or sometimes it's complete lie.

[That was the case for some of his world's legends.]

Is it done yet? [He nudges his head to the egg.]

Ah, yes-

[ She hastily transfers the omelette to a plate and passes it to him, along with a fork. ]

[He takes a bite size piece of the omelette with the fork, pops it into his mouth, and... his first reaction is a wince.]

It's... hot.

[Said with his mouth full. Never put food that was right off the pan into the mouth. Lesson learned. Still, he tries to bite, savor a bit, and then swallow.]

Hm. It's an entirely new texture and flavor I'm sensing.

It is fresh. Don't burn yourself.

[ She seems slightly amused by that. ]

I think the flavors are what amazed me most when I found myself in a new era. As I said my other meals were far more bland... and now I find that I enjoy food much more than I did before.

You could've warned me first before I took the bite.

[He's not mad, but if his hands weren't occupied, he would've lightly punched her shoulder for that amused look on her. Fortunately the avatar's tongue wasn't burnt.]

I can see why. The flavors are very strong, yes. It feels like an... explosion of flavors when I chew.

[ Saber laughs and then looks a little sheepish. ]

I'll try to keep that in mind for the next time.

[ She seems pleased that he enjoys it, though. ]

I'm glad it's turned out. I'm not the most skilled cook, after all.

You did well, indeed...

[It's not as gross as he imagined it to be, honestly. He goes for another bite, waiting a bit for it to cool off a little.]

Once I get used to the texture, it becomes much more... enjoyable. I think.

The texture is a part of the experience, I find. An unpleasant one can spoil the meal, even if the flavor is agreeable...

[ So many new things. ]

[It seriously is so many new things he's learning today.]

I see. I'm more used to... drinking liquid, Energon is typically consumed in the liquid state, so this is entirely new to me.

[He's quarter into the dish before he offers it to Saber.]

Want some, too?

Ah, no, no thank you. I made it for you.

[ Saber looks a touch awkward, but hey. She managed to make food for someone! ]

I can't quite imagine subsisting entirely off of liquid.

[He tilts his head when she declined the offer.]

Are you sure? I still don't entirely benefit from eating this fully.

[Sure, he experienced the taste and all, but he's unable to be full. If she still declines it, he'll try to finish it up himself.]

Humans can't just live off from drinking liquid? It's normal for my kind. Though, Energon is not always prepared in a liquid state. Energon goodies for example are a crunchy snacks.

Interesting. And... I suppose a human could survive off an only liquid diet, but it would be difficult to obtain all of the necessary nutrients from just liquid. Although I suppose one could simply convert solid food to liquid form and do that...

[ Now she's thinking about it. ]

[Convert solid food to liquid... He looks down to the omelette, and he's starting to think about it too.]

I wonder if this would still taste good if it's converted to liquid. Perhaps... turning it into a smoothie?

[Are there ice and a blender around here?]

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