AUDIENCE 🚀 SHOUXUE

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[ the door opens and io is just standing there in the doorway a moment before stepping to the side and allowing shouxue in. the galley is fairly spacious, with what looks to be top-of-the-line stuff. a stove, a massive fridge, a cryo freezer, a prep island, and dozens of cabinets and counter space.

all of which are modern fare so like. good luck. (she has help, it's okay.) ]

It's a lot to put away, but... I believe some have been using their galley access to feed others some homecooked food, so best to keep things stocked.

[ a nod ]

Thank you for your help. I know the circumstances are less than ideal.

[ravenry]

[ this is so modern for her. at least she's a quick enough learner once she gets over the novelty. some things she can guess what they are, but a cryo freezer? what the heckie. ]

People are showing more generosity than expected, but I will help in return for whatever food I receive. [ among other things. ]

I don't do anything without a price, so I don't expect anything without one either.

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[ most things are self-explanatory, a pantry with clearly labeled things, the refrigerator is cool with bins of separated produce. it's just A Lot (well, for a crew like theirs it's suitable.)

at that:

Of course. I did offer to make something in return. Do you have favorite things to eat...?

[ravenry]

[ if things are clearly labeled, she will start putting the things she knows away. food like tomatoes are foreign to her.

she wants to be a little dignified, but her immediate thought gives her away: baozi with lotus seed paste. ]

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[ that's fine. the little tomatoes on the counter can simply chillax. io doesn't seem to show any kind of Disappointment or anything. just a small ? on their helmet pops up. ]

Pardon... What do they taste like?

[ravenry]

[ she's a little embarrassed. ]

Warm and sweet and comforting. The bao is soft and warm, and the filling is sweet and nutty, and it is the best combination.

[ she is so sure. her vibe is convinced despite her muted expression. ]

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[ a slow nod as the light disappears. ]

That does sound good. Is it like a steamed sort of bread...?

[ hazarding a guess! ]

[ravenry]

Oh. Yes. A bun. It's round. [ she makes the shape with her hands. ] Have you not had it before?

[ she's so used to not knowing anything here. she didn't think baozi wouldn't be universal. ]

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Not quite. I've had... dumplings. Those I can make. Are you alright if they aren't sweet?

[ another small head tilt. ]

I could look into figuring out... bao. I wouldn't mind learning if you bear with me taking the time.

[ravenry]

I will be alright.

[ it won't be the end of the world. ]

You can take your time. I didn't expect it today in the first place.