[ ah!! xie lian has an immediate smile for dokja when he greets him, coming over immediately! this crash course in the modern world with kim dokja has been very fun so far, so he seems quite happy and curious as he looks around the little shop. ]
Good afternoon, Mr. Dokja! [ and then, to the question, thoughtfully; ] I drink green tea at home, but... I have been known to be a bit picky. [ "a bit" ] And I've never had coffee, before. Is it good?
[ Ah, if Xie Lian is ""a bit"" picky, that's going to be fun. ] I feel like we all reserve our right to be picky, after all I don't exactly like tomatoes...
[ He turns so they can watch as the current barista is brewing some coffee right now from behind the glass. ] Some people will tell you good coffee has a natural sweetness that is complemented by acidity. But really, it can be pretty bitter too, but not in an overwhelming way.
[ He'll point out the various blends in the background. ] Since some coffee can be flavorful, like from chocolate to fruitful. So I'll let you decide if you to give it a try. There's always cream and sugar you can add to it if it's too bitter for you. [ Hmm. kdj is normie who sticks to what he likes so this next advice is smth he definitely doesn't follow but-- ] I don't think it's a bad thing to try new things, even if you end up not liking it in the end.
[ kdj isn't exactly an expert in coffee but my experience as a st*rbucks barista is coming in ]
he listens to this description with the sort of vaguely wide eyed fascination you'd expect of someone who is in a coffee shop for the first time in his entire life. xie lian nods along, eyes moving from coffee bean bag to coffee bean bag... hmm... ]
... Mm. In these places, I've eaten food from stalls on the streets - that's something I would have never done five or six years ago. [ adventurous...! maybe. sometimes you were raised in a palace. ]
I don't mind bitter things, as long as they are well balanced - I've found chocolate to be too sweet for me. [ xie lian gives him a smile. ] But, I liked your last recommendation very much. So, I have come to rely on you for these sorts of things, Mr. Dokja! I trust your judgement.
That's the exciting thing about visiting different realms I suppose. Trying new things like that. In this kind of world, it's just a given to go around and try food from stalls. Cheap and easily accessible.
Ah... don't rely on me too much, I just got lucky with the last one. I usually drink coffee straight black back when I was a salaryman just to stay awake enough to work. [ He mulls over their options, but he decides on one. ] I'd say we could try some samples for you but then you'll probably be full of energy from the caffeine.
[ Imagine, Xie Lian buzzed on caffeine. ] We'll try an Americano. It's not a sweet drink, and not overly strong so.
[ Time to order! Dokja just goes for a regular coffee with the medium blend himself. Now, they can watch the process as the baristas work on making their orders. ]
he listens along, expression going a bit curious at the mention of a salaryman, whatever that is. ]
Even if it is common - that life was one I never imagined for myself. I was barely allowed to leave the palace until I started cultivating, and even then, I spent all of my time in temples instead of mingling around with people. I used to refuse to even drink out of a chipped teacup.
[ he seems a little embarrassed at admitting that, but, there’s something about having your kingdom destroyed that really humbles a guy…. Despite his never ending love for the common people, xie lian learned the hard way how little he knew about them.
as he folds his hands in front of himself, nostalgic, if wistfully so, dokja asks a favor. xie lian tilts his head. ] Of course - anything. What is it, Mr. Dokja?
You're really getting an entirely new experience here then. [ This does have Dokja understanding Xie Lian's character more though. He doesn't seem to judge him despite the admittance, sometimes all it takes is for a man to fall to experience the life and struggles of the common people. A man having once refused to drink out of a chipped teacup is now going around having coffee and boba tea. Good for you, your highness. He listens on and when Xie Lian readily responds, he keeps his own gaze focused on the brewing process. ]
At this point, I'm not sure who will be taken away on another journey, so I figured I'd say this now rather than tomorrow. [ He glances to the side now over at him, lips turned up in a small smile. ] On the chance that something happens to me, can I rely on you to keep an eye on Yoo Joonghyuk?
[ He adds on more quickly enough, hardly giving a moment to pause. ] Of everyone I know, I don't think I can think of anyone else I'd ask this of. The chances of me going on a third journey is probably low but... I figured just in case. Especially with the end drawing to a close. ..He has a tendency of trying to keep his emotions hidden so I sometimes do get worried.
[ He wouldn't really say that he's worried out loud but thanks honesty week. ]
Something like it. [ he smiles a little to that - it's not entirely new, living on the streets among the people like this. xie lian has found that there are parts of it he greatly prefers to the life he grew up living. (he likes people - he likes seeing them live, and seeing them thrive. he liked it before, too, but he didn't understand it. not really. not until now.
... and at the talk of journeys... xie lian's expression softens, immediately, into something warm. san lang makes a quiet noise on his shoulder in jin's direction, too - if a ferret could be reassuring, this is where he would succeed at it. ]
...I would be happy to. [ xie lian bows his head; he takes the duty with utmost seriousness. if this is a death flag i will kill you. ] Of course - I pray such a thing would not become necessary, too, but, I will make sure he's taken care of the best that I can. He is quite stubborn, after all - but, so am I.
And... if he disappears off on a third journey, by a terrible stroke of luck, I'll watch out for you, too. [ the smile gets a little more knowing, there. ] Thank you, for trusting me with such an important thing, Mr. Dokja.
[ There's definitely that here, seeing people get up early to set up their shops, their stalls, people trudging to work for another day. Dokja working behind a desk can't really see the appeal of it but growing up sheltered has even the most boring job seem interesting, right?
Jin fluffs her feathers from where she perches on Dokja's shoulder, the white-necked raven crooning softly in response to San Lang's noise. Ah, Dokja looks taken aback by the sudden bow of his head, nooo don't do that... also sisi you and I with all of our threads have been death flagging each other because of who we play. ]
..Thank you, Xie Lian. [ here's to hoping xl doesn't end up dead on Friday and I look back at this thread like: WELL........... Their names are soon called, Dokja leading them to the pick-up and walking over to find a table for themselves. Once they sit, Dokja will gently slide Xie Lian's Americano over to him while he picks up his own medium blend black coffee. ]
We would have to be very unlucky, but knowing that guy... he probably would get taken to a third one at this rate. [ Sighs, taking a sip of his coffee after he blows on it a few. ] Other than the Watchers, you're the only person I can think to count on with him.
aside from zetsu's RUDE DEATH FLAGGING xie lian takes his coffee when it is given to him with a grateful smile, settling in his seat. the coffee does smell very good, but, admittedly, he's a little surprised at being counted on for joonghyuk. ]
Is that so? [ it comes with a tilt of his head. ] Of course, I am more than happy to help - but, may I ask why...?
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Good afternoon, Mr. Dokja! [ and then, to the question, thoughtfully; ] I drink green tea at home, but... I have been known to be a bit picky. [ "a bit" ] And I've never had coffee, before. Is it good?
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[ He turns so they can watch as the current barista is brewing some coffee right now from behind the glass. ] Some people will tell you good coffee has a natural sweetness that is complemented by acidity. But really, it can be pretty bitter too, but not in an overwhelming way.
[ He'll point out the various blends in the background. ] Since some coffee can be flavorful, like from chocolate to fruitful. So I'll let you decide if you to give it a try. There's always cream and sugar you can add to it if it's too bitter for you. [ Hmm. kdj is normie who sticks to what he likes so this next advice is smth he definitely doesn't follow but-- ] I don't think it's a bad thing to try new things, even if you end up not liking it in the end.
[ kdj isn't exactly an expert in coffee but my experience as a st*rbucks barista is coming in ]
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he listens to this description with the sort of vaguely wide eyed fascination you'd expect of someone who is in a coffee shop for the first time in his entire life. xie lian nods along, eyes moving from coffee bean bag to coffee bean bag... hmm... ]
... Mm. In these places, I've eaten food from stalls on the streets - that's something I would have never done five or six years ago. [ adventurous...! maybe. sometimes you were raised in a palace. ]
I don't mind bitter things, as long as they are well balanced - I've found chocolate to be too sweet for me. [ xie lian gives him a smile. ] But, I liked your last recommendation very much. So, I have come to rely on you for these sorts of things, Mr. Dokja! I trust your judgement.
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Ah... don't rely on me too much, I just got lucky with the last one. I usually drink coffee straight black back when I was a salaryman just to stay awake enough to work. [ He mulls over their options, but he decides on one. ] I'd say we could try some samples for you but then you'll probably be full of energy from the caffeine.
[ Imagine, Xie Lian buzzed on caffeine. ] We'll try an Americano. It's not a sweet drink, and not overly strong so.
[ Time to order! Dokja just goes for a regular coffee with the medium blend himself. Now, they can watch the process as the baristas work on making their orders. ]
...Xie Lian. Could I ask a favor from you?
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he listens along, expression going a bit curious at the mention of a salaryman, whatever that is. ]
Even if it is common - that life was one I never imagined for myself. I was barely allowed to leave the palace until I started cultivating, and even then, I spent all of my time in temples instead of mingling around with people. I used to refuse to even drink out of a chipped teacup.
[ he seems a little embarrassed at admitting that, but, there’s something about having your kingdom destroyed that really humbles a guy…. Despite his never ending love for the common people, xie lian learned the hard way how little he knew about them.
as he folds his hands in front of himself, nostalgic, if wistfully so, dokja asks a favor. xie lian tilts his head. ] Of course - anything. What is it, Mr. Dokja?
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At this point, I'm not sure who will be taken away on another journey, so I figured I'd say this now rather than tomorrow. [ He glances to the side now over at him, lips turned up in a small smile. ] On the chance that something happens to me, can I rely on you to keep an eye on Yoo Joonghyuk?
[ He adds on more quickly enough, hardly giving a moment to pause. ] Of everyone I know, I don't think I can think of anyone else I'd ask this of. The chances of me going on a third journey is probably low but... I figured just in case. Especially with the end drawing to a close. ..He has a tendency of trying to keep his emotions hidden so I sometimes do get worried.
[ He wouldn't really say that he's worried out loud but thanks honesty week. ]
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... and at the talk of journeys... xie lian's expression softens, immediately, into something warm. san lang makes a quiet noise on his shoulder in jin's direction, too - if a ferret could be reassuring, this is where he would succeed at it. ]
...I would be happy to. [ xie lian bows his head; he takes the duty with utmost seriousness. if this is a death flag i will kill you. ] Of course - I pray such a thing would not become necessary, too, but, I will make sure he's taken care of the best that I can. He is quite stubborn, after all - but, so am I.
And... if he disappears off on a third journey, by a terrible stroke of luck, I'll watch out for you, too. [ the smile gets a little more knowing, there. ] Thank you, for trusting me with such an important thing, Mr. Dokja.
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Jin fluffs her feathers from where she perches on Dokja's shoulder, the white-necked raven crooning softly in response to San Lang's noise. Ah, Dokja looks taken aback by the sudden bow of his head, nooo don't do that... also sisi you and I with all of our threads have been death flagging each other because of who we play. ]
..Thank you, Xie Lian. [ here's to hoping xl doesn't end up dead on Friday and I look back at this thread like: WELL........... Their names are soon called, Dokja leading them to the pick-up and walking over to find a table for themselves. Once they sit, Dokja will gently slide Xie Lian's Americano over to him while he picks up his own medium blend black coffee. ]
We would have to be very unlucky, but knowing that guy... he probably would get taken to a third one at this rate. [ Sighs, taking a sip of his coffee after he blows on it a few. ] Other than the Watchers, you're the only person I can think to count on with him.
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aside from zetsu's RUDE DEATH FLAGGING xie lian takes his coffee when it is given to him with a grateful smile, settling in his seat. the coffee does smell very good, but, admittedly, he's a little surprised at being counted on for joonghyuk. ]
Is that so? [ it comes with a tilt of his head. ] Of course, I am more than happy to help - but, may I ask why...?