A mad tea party ((Open RP, River and A hand out food))

[biblerewrite.livejournal.com]

Cooking magazines had become something of a hobby to River of late. A had mentioned not too long ago handing out a meal again in the Great Hall, and one of the magazines she'd purloined from the old stacks in the library had yielded a recipe for 'cucumber sandwiches' and entertaining to plan around the eating of said snacks. Since the sandwiches were rather easy to eat, and there were plenty cucumbers available for the using, she noted A to join her in the kitchen.

There, they made scores of cucumber sandwiches with butter, vegetable, and cheese spreads, all to be served with iced mint tea. A sign at the entrance to the Great Hall invited everyone to partake, with the exception of troublemakers and ne'er-do-wells.

_{((Your characters may live free of fear; the food is untainted by anything but being made with love.))}

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[i-am-an-hero.livejournal.com]

A had been delighted when River suggested they prepare a light summery meal for all comers. It was always nice to cook together, especially when so many of the ingredients were fresh from the garden.

"This was a good idea," he said happily, arranging a few stray glasses for the tea. "Thank you for suggesting it. I enjoyed making it with you."

[gourmetchairman.livejournal.com]

Of course, when there's food, there's a Chairman.

"Oh? And what is this?"

[12panelwonder.livejournal.com]

"Oh come on! I promise I won't make much trouble!" Matt complained, he was quite fond of A in a brotherly way, and wanted to eat his food.

[pre-l.livejournal.com]

L was still feeling a bit awkward with his new mental framework. It still felt forced upon him. And, he still wasn't quite sure just how to react and act toward anyone now, especially A. He slipped quietly into the Great Hall, hiding in the shadows as much as a relatively clean white tee shirt and pale blue jeans would allow him. He stared at the room, the decor and the food, from under his untamed hair.

[biblerewrite.livejournal.com]

"Cucumber sandwiches, spread, and mint tea a'la A and River," she said cheerfully, handing the Chairman a plate. His thoughts were loud today, less the chaotic, frightened loud, more instead occupied with a certain reclusive fire demon. River fought to keep a wry grin from her face at that. "i hope you approve, Kaga-Dono," she added with a little bow.

[gourmetchairman.livejournal.com]

"I'm sure I will, if you and your paramour made them." Kaga took a bite. Swallowing, he smiled at River. "I do approve."

[biblerewrite.livejournal.com]

"I thought it would be fun, kind of different." Making the spreads had been the most fun, River thought. She started pouring for the few people who were beginning to filter in. "I like the big meals too, but the variety is entertaining. We get to see all the combinations people make, all the weird stuff they mix together. I love watching that." Let no one say River isn't still on the top five weirdest girls list.

[i-am-an-hero.livejournal.com]

"Matt!" A smiled. He hadn't seen very much of his friend since he had returned from his popcorned state. "There is tea, and sandwiches. Will you have some?"

[12panelwonder.livejournal.com]

"Oh sure! Of course!" Matt took a sandwich from the plate and begin eating. "How've you been? You see L recently?"

[i-am-an-hero.livejournal.com]

"It was simple, mostly cutting up," he commented. "But very companionable. It was a good thing to make together without getting messy. Although," he grinned slyly, "Getting messy with you is fun, too."

[i-am-an-hero.livejournal.com]

"We haven't spoken much lately," A said, biting his lip. Even though L had apologized, A felt uneasy.

[12panelwonder.livejournal.com]

"Well, hey, he's probably got better news for you this time," Matt said in a knowing voice. "And he likes your food."

[rat-bstrd.livejournal.com]

Rat inspected the food spread. It looked good, but still...
"Free food? Riiight" he muttered.

[centauri-londo.livejournal.com]

Where there's a reception, especially with free food, the Centauri Ambassador will always find his way there. He walked the length of the table, observing the foods that were offered and the various people milling about the Great Hall. Londo paused at the head of the table, giving a warm smile to the young woman who seemed to be hosting the reception.

"Quite a remarkable reception, my dear lady." He gave a courtly little bow, "Londo Mollari of the Centauri Republic, at your service. You are the one responsible for such a feast?"

[i-am-an-hero.livejournal.com]

"I like cooking for him." Even if this particular repast wasn't geared toward L's tastes.

[12panelwonder.livejournal.com]

"And he likes eating your food. And so do I! Actually, remind me later to talk to you about something, I don't want to do it right now in front of all these people." Matt ate some more. "How're the cats?"

[i-am-an-hero.livejournal.com]

A blinked at Matt quizzically, but didn't pursue it. "They are well," he said fondly. "Schrodinger is still outgoing and curious, and Einstein likes to nap. He is very good at napping."

[12panelwonder.livejournal.com]

"That's our Einstein! Doing what he does best. Koopa's still busy being active and commanding attention."

[i-am-an-hero.livejournal.com]

"And he is still happy and friendly?" Most dogs, with their tendencies toward rambunctious behavior, intimidated A somewhat, but he knew that Koopa was good-natured and well-meaning.

[12panelwonder.livejournal.com]

"Oh yes. Helpful too. He calmed down when he saw I was nervous about something."

[i-am-an-hero.livejournal.com]

That made A smile gently. "Schrodinger and Einstein are like that. They understand my moods. Koopa wants you to be happy."

[12panelwonder.livejournal.com]

"He does, he really does." Matt picked up some tea and took a swig. "We are all one big happy family. Except for Mello."

[i-am-an-hero.livejournal.com]

"Mello? I like Mello. He thinks it is important for me to be able to protect myself."

[12panelwonder.livejournal.com]

"I know that. Mello really does have everyone's best interests at heart. He just needs to smile more, really. And not just to Near."

[i-am-an-hero.livejournal.com]

"Then he would be difficult to recognize," A pointed out.