you, and hibachi grill, and a bear

[icebearforpresident]

[It's another nice day in the Nexus, people are walking around, some more happier than others. But today, in the Forum area of the Nexus, someone has set up a pop-up restaurant. Clearly the proprietor must be Japanese, since the appearance of the restaurant and it's cuisine choice could really only be prepared by someone from the land of the rising sun.

If a curious Nexus-goer decides to stop and take in the wonderful smell of meat cooking, they'll notice that a large polar bear, dressed in a chef outfit, is manning the grill. No other people seem to be working in this pop-up shop besides the bear, so he must be the sole owner of the establishment. The bear seems very aloof today, almost as if completely focused on his work, but not against the ideas of having customers.

What's his question? Well, that's a simple one.]

"How may Ice Bear help you?"

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[icebearforpresident]

"Much appreciated. Ice Bear must figure out how to balance life in Nexus with home life." [That's one thing slowing him down, but the very nature of cooking for other people is something he has to work himself into.]

"Meals compliment dessert, and vice versa. What kind of things will Suou-san be making?"

[sumarusfinest]

"I confess, I have a bit of a sweet tooth. I know how to bake breads and savory dishes, but I prefer to make cakes, rolls, shortbreads, and pies. I'm quite fond of roll cakes and castella cakes in particular. As they pair well with a dark cup of coffee."

It's hard to choose a favorite however, given just how much freedom he has. It's staggering in many ways when he thinks too hard on it.

"I studied European style desserts when I was younger, though as I grow older I find myself appreciating the subtler flavors of my homeland's baking."

[icebearforpresident]

"Food that pairs well together. Ice Bear would need to synchronize meals with Suou-san's desserts. Not a challenge."

[Two competent cooks in one kitchen that won't hopefully step on each others toes? The concept of a human still asking him to cook still mystifies Ice Bear. He just shrugs his shoulders calmly.]

"What inspired Suou-san to do this?"

[sumarusfinest]

"Finally having the chance." Katsuya's answer is earnest and softly spoken as he looks down at the remnants of his delicious meal. "I would never have thought to do it by myself, but when Ms. Radio offered me the chance I..."

He chuckles slightly, finally beginning to smile.

"I couldn't think of a reason not to do it that wasn't me just denying myself what I have always had a passion for. I'm so used to putting others first. Doing what I ought to instead of what I want...part of me is waiting for the other shoe to drop, but I want to do this."