isleofavalon | Melancholia

🧙 WHO: Kagami and You! A sorta mingle post, do what you want.
⚔️️ WHAT: His best friend has gone home (again) so Kagami is cooking up a storm!! He would emotionally eat but even this is a bit much. So, have a buffet, everyone.
🗺️ WHERE: His apartment. Somehow.
🕒 WHEN: Forward-dated TBD.
⚠️ WARNINGS: Food porn, ig

It wasn't until he was making his fourth loaf of bread that he realized what he was doing. But it wasn't until he was on his third hamburger patty being seasoned and molded that decided there might be a problem.

Oh, he could eat all this, but was he going to stop cooking? Probably not. And therein lied the problem. Sure, he used to joke with his friends about being a fatty when he was emotional and eating more than his usual stupid amount. But he had a feeling he really would this time and even he would end up regretting it the following day. But there was a buzz, an energy that he couldn't quell. Could he play it off? Sure, if the basketball court that Takao was trying to put together was finished, but it wasn't. So now he was left with his other talent and that was cooking.

The portable grill was heating up and he was on his seventh patty.

His home smelled like bread, it was going to soon smell like meat. And probably more. He had a lot more bread dough left, lots of ingredients in his pantry and fridge and he wanted to use them. He rested his hands on the counter, propping himself up for a moment as he thought about what to do. He could just have a veritable mountain leftovers, he could likely finish it all before they went bad but... nah. That wasn't gonna cut it. He placed each patty on the grill and then took a moment to wash his hands and grab his phone.

He sent out a quick network post, complete with video to show what he had made so far, and then left it open for requests. May as well see what others wanted that he could -- maybe -- make.

Then, he set the phone down and opened the door and kept the screen door closed. The smell of food would definitely waft out, but it would also prevent Tiger from wandering off. Byakko was off doing whatever he did when he wasn't around, so that saved on room in the otherwise small-ish apartment.

Bon Appetit, Avalon.

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[Kagami frowned, he was moving out and now he wants to cook a pizza?]

How 'bout you finish what you were doing and come see me when you're done.

[You have to actually make the dough, kiddo.]

You sure?

[Don't judge him because he wants to do everything at once! Although he did give a small sheepish smile before picking up the things he was carrying]

It shouldn’t take too long, the apartment isn’t that far away.

[Granted, he didn’t have much else to carry with him outside of his spear, his soccer ball, and couple of items. It didn’t take him too long before he walked right back in. At first, he wondered if he should say something but it seemed
Kagami was already busy cooking so much.]

Um...Kagami-san?

[By the time Ken returned, the pizza was done, a few burgers were gone from people taking them along with a handful of fries, and Kagami was getting started on a new batch of dough.

He didn't forget about you, Ken. He was kneading it into shape as Ken called out.]

Wash your hands, the dough is almost ready.

[Kagami sure worked fast if he was able to cook that much. Without another moment to lose, that’s when he washed his hand before making his way to the older boy.]

Okay then! Do you need some help kneading it?

[Otherwise, he only has a vague understanding of how cooking or baking works!]

Nah, but you can make it into whatever size you want to make.

[Look, he works fast but he also knows how to multitask. Also working as an actual cook at a nearby restaurant helped hone that even further.]

Here.

[He set the ball down and gave a little demonstration of how to spread out in an even circle and then using his knuckles to show how the pizza pie gets spread out. He rolled it back up and then handed it to Ken.]

What toppings do you want to put on it.

[Was it wrong of him to feel a little nostalgic at what he was seeing? It was to be expected as he was asking him with learning how to cook. He just wasn't expecting at how calm Kagami was at showing him everything.

Looking at him making circles with the dough, he pondered to himself.]

I think maybe cheese and pepperoni? To be honest, I'm not sure what everyone likes so I think the basic would be just fine.

Well, you handle that, I'll get the pepperoni. I think I have some.

[The cheese would be easy enough. He had the block out from the previous one he made. He rummaged through the fridge to find the packet of pre-sliced pepperoni.]

Is this going to be some housewarming gift? You said you were moving, right?

[With Kagami making his way to the fridge, he just chuckled.]

Kind of. I was hoping to learn how to make something because I don't want to be a deadweight! I am living with 4 other people so it makes sense for me to help out.

[That and he gets the impression 2 out of 3 adults might need some help....]

It wouldn't be fair if I did nothing.

Sounds like a cramped living space if you ask me.

[The kid hadn't been gone for very long, so was he in one of these apartments? Yeah, definitely cramped.]

If the adults of the house are good people, they likely won't mind. Bringing home a pizza isn't something anyone expects, let alone a kid.

[He shut the fridge and set the packet aside.]

That looks like a good enough size. We can make two if you feel like it's enough for five people.

[He needs to be able to carry them, right? Making too big wouldn't be a good idea.]

That's why it's all the more important I help out and make it easier for everyone. Even if it just something as simple as cooking, it's still worth it.

[Although, Ken did have to feel a little bad for Alice as she was living in a house filled with men but hopefully that won't be the case.

As he kept on looking at the dough, he started his attempt to make them into circles. He had no idea if he was doing it right but practice makes perfect.]

I think that should be enough? I don't know how much they eat either but I hope they don't start fighting over slices.

Fair enough, I guess.

[It wasn't like he didn't understand that himself since he had to be on his own a lot. But he never felt obligated to and his parents never forced it either. But it did help if they couldn't be home to make him dinner or something.]

If they do, just send 'em to my place. I can make a few more if they're really in that dire of a need for more.

I guess I could...

[He mumbled to himself. Although, he had to admit, there was a part of him that was being a little selfish. He didn’t want to say it out loud but he couldn’t deny there was something holding him back.

With that, he gave a small sigh]

It’s just that I kind of want to make it a little special and as a say for me to say thanks.

It's not like they won't know it's special.

[Kagami replied, reaching over to ruffle at Ken's head.]

You tell 'em it's homemade and they gotta share. As long as you do that, I'm sure they'll be more mindful about it. And if they really want more, then come back here and you can make them more.

Why was everyone trying to ruffle his head? Not that he mind, it was unusual when he was not use to people being so affectionate toward him.

That's when he just stared at Kagami for a few seconds before clearing his throat.]

I suppose but I doubt it. They're not the kind who would ask for more unless they're really desperate. [Although, he does say it in a slightly snarky tone.]

Then let's just hope they're not really desperate, hm?

[He shooed Ken off to the side a bit.]

You can put on the cheese and the toppings, I'll put on the sauce.

[And Ken did just that as he walked over to the side]

Sounds good to me. [He said before doing just that.]

I'm surprised though, you seem to know what you're doing with all this cooking.

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