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[ Maybe Ayer can ask sometime. He's a little shy to ask right away since it seems rather personal. He's just been thinking he'll find out eventually. Though, that reason is nice and he would be able to relate to it.

When Cloud humbles himself, Ayer doesn't say anything about it, since he can be like that as well. In Ayer's case, he prefers that others don't make a big deal out of what he does, no matter the feelings behind his actions. So he keeps cooking, now grilling some beef as the air changes in the kitchen again. ]

No. Friend of yours?

[ Cloud might not hold any Cordis traits, but that didn't make his appetite any less...well, impressive. Then again, the blond swordsman's body was like a furnace. He works himself so hard, and despite carrying something between a wiry and built frame, it takes a lot to fuel him. So his ears perk up, as well as the smell of beef in the air. ]

Mm. Tifa's a friend from my childhood. [ But there's a reason he's bringing this up, of course! ] She's the toughest martial artist on the planet.

[ His, he means. There's a lot of tough opponents here. Speaking of tough opponents, his eyes follow where Ayer is cooking as he lifts the cup of tea in his hands. ]

If you're ever in the market for more hand-to-hand sparring.

[ If Ayer wasn't such a sleepyhead, he probably would've been the same way. But as he is, after a day's difficult training and long job, he would immediately knock out. He sustains himself with a self-made bodybuilding diet and dedicatedly follows it, then recovers with many hours of sleep.

Even though Ayer really appreciates food, he never breaks his strict habit. There are rare times he would, but it's usually with a good reason, such as holidays or celebrations. ]

Toughest?

[ Hearing that mention, Ayer's fluffy ears bounce a little out of excitement as he looks at Cloud, despite how his face remains looking so serious. Even if Ayer tries to compose himself like this, he's still obvious. Since he's very devoted to his training, anything to improve his skills or to fight strong people will always catch his attention. ]

I'd like to fight her sometime.

[ Since Cloud's telling him about this, Ayer assumes that it's okay to ask. He'll never turn down a good opponent. ]

[ That's exactly why Cloud brought it up! Even if he's not the one doing the fighting, there is that craving that he needs to sate whatever way he can. And if hooking his friends up sometime for some good ol' fashion throwing down was the ticket? That works for him. Especially since he trusts Ayer. ...and especially Tifa. He's seen what she can take. ]

Hit her up sometime. I'm sure she wouldn't mind. Especially if you say you know me.

[ Sip. Placing his cup down again, he stares into the watery reflection as the timbre of his voice softens. ]

She and I have been fighting together for a long time.

[ Even if their lives here on this planet found a way of...well. He wouldn't call it 'splitting them up'. But there's less of a need to be a family here. Not right now. ]

[ Ah, Ayer gets that. He's part of a crew after all, but he doesn't always see them nowadays. Maybe since they're mostly stationary in Lunatia, most people end up living their own lives. Unlike when everyone's traveling, everyone has to stick close, coordinate, and work together. It's not quite like that here since it's mostly peaceful and everyone has their own private space. They can all do things on their own. ]

Does she work anywhere?

[ It's a big city, so it'll be easier for Ayer to find Tifa with a little hint. After asking, he concentrates on finishing the sandwich. The sizzling beef is set aside for now while he butters and toasts the bread. ]

By the way, do you want an egg on it? If so, omelette or sunny side up?

Well...

[ He doubles in with asking if he wants an egg on it. And Cloud is left...okay, just hearing about it (and smelling it) was making him hungry. Ayer'll get an answer shortly to his first question. ]

Egg? Oh, sure. Sunny sounds good.

[ Would the yolk melt in with the beef, he wonders? ...ohhh- ]

Anyway. She works at a couple spots. There's a club called Sunset.

I'll check it out, then.

[ Yes, yes. It would! That's the purpose of adding the egg last. Ayer caramelizes some diced onions, fries an egg, blends the savory dressing for the sandwich, and finally finishes. After putting it together, he sets the hot meal in front of Cloud. Well-toasted thick bread, beef strips, glazed onions, and that sunny egg wrapped around the dressing — it's really inviting. ]

Uh, enjoy. I guess.

[ Damn, he's still a little shy saying that to people. But it's proper customer service. ]

[ Cloud is...actually? He's stunned silent at the hot meal that's in front of him. It smells so rich. Every flavour is teased on his tongue even by just sniffing it in the air. His wolf ears perk up too. Then twitch. Sorry, Ayer. You're gonna have to excuse Cloud. That 'cool' side of him wasn't in the building right now. ]

Oh.

[ Look. Cloud can cook, like, the basics? Make bacon. Crack some eggs. That's it probably? He's no cook or chef. So Ayer busting out this trait for him was a surprise. It looks and smells so good. It's almost like he's in awe. Only a moment later does he realize what he's doing and he blinks himself out of it, looking back up to the brawler with that look of subdued amazement in his eyes still. ]

Looks great. Thanks, Ayer.

[ Cloud is so quiet that it worried Ayer for a second. Maybe the spiky-haired guy wanted a different type of sandwich? He waits before saying anything since he trusts the guy would let him know if anything was wrong.

But Ayer's worry is quick to disappear after noticing Cloud's pleasant ear movements. Oh, maybe the guy is really hungry so he's excited to eat… Also, don't worry. Cloud will always be cool in Ayer's eyes. He knows him well by now. ]

Hey, you said it first. Work is work.

[ Huff!! They do feel the same way when it comes to this. Anyway, Ayer wasn't that skilled at first either. He only cooked for himself prior to arriving in this world, so he adjusted by actually feeding other people for once. The more he cooked in this cafe and at DNA apartments, the more he got used to it. ]

[ Well, no time like the present, right? Bon Appétit! He savours the smell for another couple seconds in his hands, before... ]

Om...

[ It's very subtle, but his eyes seem to light up a little more again. It's got substance to it, melt in your mouth, but it's not mushy either. The crunch is satisfying, and that yolk? Blends with the sauce and beef just right. Oh my god. Ayer. You've got a calling! Or...at least, one hell of a talented side hobby. Don't give up your fighting dreams. Cloud'll keep being a delivery boy. dfkjahs ]

That's so good.

[ It's all temporary until Ayer and his crew members return to the Sky Realm. Ayer isn't interested in becoming a professional chef once he's back home. But right now, while they're all collectively stuck here, then he'll do what he can to help out.

Though, this doesn't mean he'll never return to the kitchen. He's weak to people even if he denies it, so he'll be ready to prepare a meal or two whenever necessary. Seeing Cloud's expressions alone already makes this worth the trouble. ]

Take your time.

[ Cloud's always welcome here, Ayer is pretty sure Sandalphon and the others wouldn't mind. The rest of the lunchtime goes just as peacefully. Or maybe with additional embarrassment when Cloud starts sharing the cupcakes with people. ]

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