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[maskreant]

Hey, this is Akira Kurusu and I'm not available right now. Leave a message and I'll get back to it as soon as I can. ①

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[ascatic]

No. Well. I do not know. Here, I have not.

It is strange to think of experiences like that, but given the state of the population--- I must assume I may have been. Just not here.

There would be many potential food and safety violations with providing cooking fires. Perhaps I could get customers to sign a waiver? Or, even better, provide heating sources that may not cause an inferno or two.

[maskreant]

that's right. a lot of people sometimes only remember a piece of a memory. i've gotten memories of just a person before, like who they are.

Maybe a really hot heater? i think it would work... and it would be hard for them to hurt themselves.

[ascatic]

Odd. But it would be easier to accept it than to reject it, I suppose.

Not that I would want to. I cannot spend my days wondering about things that may or may not have happened.

I believe I may have one or two around. Perhaps a test run is needed... they may be a little big, but they should work.

[maskreant]

yeah. it's better to focus on the now and work on what we can.

are you going to invite me for some marshmallow roasting?

[ascatic]

Even if the now has been... a little stifling.

At least taste is slowly returning.

And of course. I trust you would not do anything dangerous.



On purpose, of course.

[maskreant]

aren't you glad for the eternal darkness? it might fit you..

for the most part, food does taste better than two weeks ago. i take marshmallow roasting very seriously, so you have nothing to worry about. your shop will definitely not catch fire.

[ He thinks. ]

i think i dreamed doing this tag a week ago (insert cat emote here)

[ascatic]

I cannot imagine the costs of repairing a business would be. It already took a lot of resources just to get this far.

The eternal darkness is kind. Perhaps too kind, at times. But it may become even kinder with the taste of marshmallow.

Maybe.

i also dreamed about adopting cats so this seems right

[maskreant]

i hope you have a fire extinguisher ready.

well, marshmallows come with a fire pit and people can use some light and warmth. just tell me when you're planning to roast a couple.

(cat emote intensifies)

[ascatic]

Of course. I believe it is required to own one as a business in food service. That being said, I should probably make sure it is still up to code.

[ and also? find it so he can check. ]

I will. I feel like it would be a good time for a grand reopening, of sorts. Draw in some new blood.

For sacrifices, of course.

[ a joke! a joke.



maybe. ]

( NYAAAA )

[maskreant]

splendid idea, dark lord.

i'll prepare the dungeon.

[ A JOKE. ]

[ascatic]

Do not worry, I will ask my min-ployees to assist you.

[ aren't employees already minions in a way??? ]

But...

Thank you for settling my nerves a little.

[maskreant]

thank you. you are so kind. i'll treat your minions well.

it's no problem. if you ever feel nervous or anxious, you should stop by the cat cafe.

[maskreant]

unless you're allergic, then stay away.

[ascatic]

I...

Perhaps I will try to take some medicine before visiting. That way, the symptoms will not be as severe.

[maskreant]

you sure?

i know allergy medicine has come a long way, but still.

[ascatic]

It is worth the sacrifice.

The temporary drowsiness and the heavy feeling on the body are tolerable.

After all, it is not all about the cats.

[maskreant]

i thought that was the point of a cat cafe?

cats.

and cafe-ing.

[ascatic]

The atmosphere is important as well. Liveliness, friendliness, an overall relaxing place to be...

But I suppose all I want to do is press my face into the stomach of a cat and find happiness for a brief moment.

[maskreant]

but, as you just proved, the draw is cats.

most of our cats are friendly enough to allow people to smush their faces into them, so you're in luck. though some of them are a bit mischievous. i'd be careful.

[ascatic]

I will be careful.

The chosen cat will come to me, I am sure, and will gracefully present its tummy to me for proper face-planting protocol.

I think.

[maskreant]

i'm sure it'll happen as long as you're worthy.

you don't own any pets?

[ascatic]

No. No pets.

Maybe some day, I could have one of my own. But for now, my business is my pet. It needs the same attention and nurturing.

The future may hold something different.

[maskreant]

if you ever decide to, i don't mind helping you picking out the promised crab.

my boss' keeper made me help her adopt her dogs, too. i might as well offer my services to all, right?

[ yes. crabs. ]

[ascatic]

[ squint. crabs. ]

I see... well, I will trust your judgement as being better than my own in this case.

And your services will be helpful.

I am fortunate to have them both.

[maskreant]

[ His friend owns crabs? ]

hypoallergenic cats do exist and they're obviously as lovable. of course comes with a price.

i'm only here to help, Mr. Aksera.