JULY - AUGUST TEST DRIVE MEME

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[donoteattheweeds]

The door opens to reveal a familiar, friendly face and a person who is actually happy to see him. Dedue's stern countenance softens a little at the sight, which is basically as good as a smile for him.

"Hello, Ashe," he says, and, after being examined by the small blue bird creature-- and perhaps not being judged terribly favorably, what an odd experience-- follows him inside. It's disappointing that Dimitri isn't in, but Dedue has walked across the breadth of this entire country to reunite with him, so what's a little bit of waiting? His Highness is not in danger right now, and Dedue can afford to be patient.

"I would appreciate some tea." Really, tea and the opportunity to sit down for a while sounds more than just good. "I've had a long walk."

[freckledarcher]

Don't worry Ky will warm up to Dedue after Ashe let him know more about Dedue. It's been awhile since he saw Dedue. He wondered how Dedue was doing since he arrived in this world. He felt easier now that he here.

"No problem! We have a lot of flavors to choose from. Let me go grab them." Ashe walked over to the cabinet and pulled down the flavors they had. He leaned up to reach another one to place on the table. "Okay so we have ginger tea, peppermint tea, an apple blend, chamomile, mint tea, and one that tastes like crescent moon tea."

Ashe walked over to the cabinet with the extra mugs. He grabbed three and placed them on the table. "Wait, you walked all the way here. Yeah I can imagine it must have been long. Are you sure you don't want anything to eat? I can store food better now with these new items here. Or I could make something for you to eat? It wouldn't take that long." He's gotten really good at working the stove now.

[donoteattheweeds]

"Ginger, if you do not mind."

It is, after all, his preferred kind of tea, though he would gladly drink another type that Ashe would like better. He waits while Ashe fetches the cups and kettle and other such things; he would offer to help, but he doesn't know where anything is in this kitchen and would likely only be in the way.

"It was a long journey, but not a difficult one. I arrived about eight days ago, but the weather has been good and I was able to travel quickly," he says, though he still seats himself at the table and feels no small amount of relief at being off of his feet. "Please, do not trouble yourself on my account. Just the tea, for now, will be fine."

[freckledarcher]

"No problem! Ginger, coming right up!" Ashe grabbed the ginger and placed it next to the mint tea for his cup. He filled up the kettle then placed it on the stove. He's sure that Dedue would catch on once he showed him, but he should rest right now.

"The weather here is very nice. I've been able to grow some nice plants due to it." Ashe gave him a reassuring smile on his way over to the cabinet to grab the mugs. "It's really no problem at all. I'm happy to help you relax." He made a successful noise when he pulled the mug down. "Well, the offer to eat is always open, just let me know. Do you have a pokemon yet? Um, a creature like my friend here." Ashe pointed to Piplup who chirped happily at him. He's warmed up to Dedue after noticing the way Ashe reacted around him.

[donoteattheweeds]

From his place at the table, Dedue has a decent line of sight into the kitchen; he can watch Ashe bustle about in his preparations. He seems to be quite familiar with these strange new devices that people cook with in this world, and it's helpful to be able to watch Ashe operate them. At some point, when he hasn't just gotten in from a cross-country walk, Dedue will have to ask for a proper lesson in their use.

The creature that trails along behind Ashe seems to have gotten used to his presence, which is something of a relief. Animals have never taken particularly well to Dedue, even when he tries to get along with them, but these creatures get over their fear of him more quickly than the horses at Garreg Mach ever did. Or the cats.

"I did arrive with one of these creatures," he replies. "He is similar to a tortoise, and is remarkably well disposed towards me."

Which is a surprise, because of the whole animals hate his face thing.

"When you first arrived, were you also in a small town called New Bark?"

[freckledarcher]

Ashe looked forward to being able to show him all the new kitchen equipment he's used since he arrived here. He can cook and store things much better than before which is another big help. There are more things he wants to try, but he's still working with the equipment in front of him. While Ashe checked on the kettle Ky looked up to see if he set out any treats for him. Ashe's Piplup wasn't afraid of Dedue, though he was very protective of him. Dedue looked like he was a good guy and Ashe liked him so he didn't have to worry.

"I'm glad he is. The creatures here are different from our world. I'm learning more about them with every new area we go to." Ashe checked the kettle again before he walked over to join Dedue. He leaned against the wall as he nodded. "I did! It was weird when I met her even if she was very nice. The town was very helpful to me before I left too. How did it go for you?"

Ashe looked down when Ky tugged at his pants leg. "I'll get some treats for you soon, okay?" Ky chirped happily and turned to the kitchen again to check on the kettle for him. Ashe turned back to Dedue while he messed with the end of his apron. "I'm sorry, I know you just came a long way, but would you mind helping me get his snacks off the shelf? It's up pretty high."