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[ well, here is xie lian in the kitchen on this fine sunday. the hotel kitchen maybe be small and cramped and missing supplies, but
here xie lian is, standing with the fridge door open, just kind of. fascinated? san lang is around his neck, also peering into it. he has no idea someone else is here at the moment.
technology........ ]
here xie lian is, standing with the fridge door open, just kind of. fascinated? san lang is around his neck, also peering into it. he has no idea someone else is here at the moment.
technology........ ]
[She's coming in to this sight. . . Susato is actually familiar with refrigeration, but it's a new technology.]
Xie Lian! You'll let the food spoil.
Xie Lian! You'll let the food spoil.
Yes, that's right. It's a refrigerator. We have these where I am from, but it would be unusual to see one in a hotel.
No, not at all. They are quite expensive and very large, so they are relegated to places such as ships or to store food before transporting it. But you are right - it is quite a fantastic invention. When I travelled to London by ship, we were able to eat fresh foods despite being at sea for weeks at a time.
[She looks slightly sheepish at that.]
. . . I would be glad to share what I know, if it's of interest. But I hope you will tell me about your home in turn.
. . . I would be glad to share what I know, if it's of interest. But I hope you will tell me about your home in turn.
As far as I am aware, we do not.
[Feys say this is wrong.]
There are stories, of course, but I have always believed those are only stories.
[Feys say this is wrong.]
There are stories, of course, but I have always believed those are only stories.
We do have martial artists, but perhaps you mean it a little differently?
For us, it would be physical fighting - hand to hand - but also using cultivation and spells to enhance such things. Swordplay as well!
[ susato may get the feeling xie lian is Into Martial Arts. what a nerd. at some point while he's talking about this, his stomach growls, but he ignores it entirely. ]
[ susato may get the feeling xie lian is Into Martial Arts. what a nerd. at some point while he's talking about this, his stomach growls, but he ignores it entirely. ]
[That's cool because so is Susato! However, she hears his stomach growl.]
Dear me, are you hungry, Mr. Xie Lian? I would be happy to share a meal with you while you tell me more about your martial techniques!
Dear me, are you hungry, Mr. Xie Lian? I would be happy to share a meal with you while you tell me more about your martial techniques!
[ i would die for susato actually
xie lian's eyes are sparkling a little. ]
I would love to! [ a beat. ] Oh, ah. For the food, too, thank you very much, that is very kind of you to offer, but - I could most certainly talk about martial arts all day! Are you trained it in as well, Miss Susato?
xie lian's eyes are sparkling a little. ]
I would love to! [ a beat. ] Oh, ah. For the food, too, thank you very much, that is very kind of you to offer, but - I could most certainly talk about martial arts all day! Are you trained it in as well, Miss Susato?
Certainly to a lesser degree than you are. But I have practiced certain jujutsu techniques so that I am able to defend myself.
[She will get to work on putting together a meal as she talks, though, putting some vegetables on to steam.]
[She will get to work on putting together a meal as she talks, though, putting some vegetables on to steam.]
[ he's watching her curiously... someone doesn't get to do much cooking. ]
That's wonderful. [ enthusiastic! spoken with complete and utter passion: ] It's not so much about your skill level - rather the fact that you are learning and doing, that's what matters, isn't it? And if you enjoy it, then that's the best! What sort of techniques? Have you gotten to utilize them?
That's wonderful. [ enthusiastic! spoken with complete and utter passion: ] It's not so much about your skill level - rather the fact that you are learning and doing, that's what matters, isn't it? And if you enjoy it, then that's the best! What sort of techniques? Have you gotten to utilize them?
[It's fairly basic since they aren't working with any fancy ingredients, but she seems competent enough.]
My father has always felt it important to study such things. Both as a matter of safety and the pursuit of discipline and confidence. I have developed a few techniques of my own - I would be happy to show you, if you wish. They are similar in nature to the principles of judo.
It has helped me a great deal while I have been traveling, particularly given the dangers on the streets of London. So I quite agree with father on that.
My father has always felt it important to study such things. Both as a matter of safety and the pursuit of discipline and confidence. I have developed a few techniques of my own - I would be happy to show you, if you wish. They are similar in nature to the principles of judo.
It has helped me a great deal while I have been traveling, particularly given the dangers on the streets of London. So I quite agree with father on that.
[ that's okay! it's even just the act of the cooking that is interesting. this food looks edible which is a marked step up from anything he's eaten recently. ]
Your father is very wise. It's true - good for the mind, and good for the body alike.
[ he clasps his hands together, nodding. ] I think I would like that very much! Perhaps we can teach each other - I've always liked to learn new techniques, and it has been some time since I've been able to do so.
Your father is very wise. It's true - good for the mind, and good for the body alike.
[ he clasps his hands together, nodding. ] I think I would like that very much! Perhaps we can teach each other - I've always liked to learn new techniques, and it has been some time since I've been able to do so.
Very well. I shall show you.
[Very seriously, she puts the pot back on the stove, checks that it is not boiling over, wipes off her skirt with a hand, sets her ladle down, and then grabs him by the waist to judo toss him to the ground.]
This is the technique I call a Susato Takedown.
[Very seriously, she puts the pot back on the stove, checks that it is not boiling over, wipes off her skirt with a hand, sets her ladle down, and then grabs him by the waist to judo toss him to the ground.]
This is the technique I call a Susato Takedown.
[XL is the best. She's beaming, modest but pleased.]
Thank you. Praise from someone with your experience means a great deal.
Thank you. Praise from someone with your experience means a great deal.
It is praise well earned! I think it's very important to recognize where hard work and practice and talent have come to fruition.
[ but he will get up now, beaming right back at susato as he brushes himself off. martial arts are the coolest... ] And a move very well named, as well. The Susato Takedown! Haha.
[ but he will get up now, beaming right back at susato as he brushes himself off. martial arts are the coolest... ] And a move very well named, as well. The Susato Takedown! Haha.
But you shall have to show me some of your techniques as well. Throw me to the ground, do not even hesitate!
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