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TEST DRIVE MEME #25

Arrival
"Judgement has come upon you. God has deemed you worthy of Hell. But don't worry, it can still be undone," comes a soothing voice that echoes all around you. The voice promises comfort, hope even.

It may seem like a nightmare at first, despite all of that. Full of hellfire nipping at your skin and a sensation of being pulled down no matter how much you struggle or cry for help. Wretched, unseen hands pull at you, grip tight at your body, tighten on your throat, skeletal fingers grab at your face, slide in your mouth and jab at your eyes as they struggle for purchase. It feels like for a moment, they may snap your neck as they tug and pull. The more you resist, the more phantom hands are added to your struggling body.

It feels like they could tear you apart if you let them. The only thing to do is to let go and stop fighting.

And so you do.

Darkness consumes you for a second.

Initially, everyone opens their eyes to a long, dark corridor made of stone. They find themselves in what appears to be a long queue with other sinners, palm bloody with a contract clutched in their uninjured hand that they don't remember signing.

Characters find their bodies feel heavy and stiff, bruised with odd hand prints here and there that they received during their journey down below. A massive headache throbs behind their temples.

If they look at the list in their hand, they'll notice it's written on with their blood. That explains the wound then. It's an old piece of parchment that details every sin they've committed.

As they move along the queue, they'll find a demon waiting to pass them a communication device that looks almost like a very old Blackberry type phone.

"Welcome to Penance," the demon says gruffly before motioning them on without an ounce of courtesy. "Don't hold up the line. This trip is gonna take longer, but at least you get a vacation..."

Once characters have their device and their contracts, they're ushered further down the hall until they come to a set of stairs. They seem to go on and wind forever, but eventually, they come upon what appears to be a door that's alight with white energy. Stepping through, they find themselves on an island.

There's a demon with striking animal features waiting at the start of a long path where an old castle can be seen looming over a quaint, old village. There's music on the air, celebrations clearly taking place. It's explained that while Lucifer rests and recovers, Mammon will be taking his place. Hell is, for the moment, a pleasurable experience they will heartily insist.

Unfortunately, there is a bit of a trek ahead still. The demon urges them on.


Stand Your Ground
With the carnival leaving, vanishing seemingly overnight, and sinners finding their animal features fading into bad dreams, Lucifer is preparing two ships for the voyage home in a couple of weeks. He seems rather anxious to get back to Penance after the carnival's grotesque entertainment at the expense of his sinners, although he seems to strain to maintain good relations with Mammon. The local demons remain accommodating and friendly for the moment as well, seemingly not finding anything at all wrong with their previous behavior.

The tavern is still bustling, the brothels are still enticing, and everything seems largely back to normal. There are back alleys for the additional mischief of drugs, pain, and pleasure as usual. There are busy shops and salons. Things one may not always find back under Lucifer's care, so sinners would be wise to spoil themselves one last time!

Additionally, there's the feeling of magic in the air that wasn't there before. It's not ominous, it's not terrifying. It's a tingle against the skin or a feeling of exhilaration when one is out and exposed to it. Curiously, things begin to happen. Those artistically inclined will find their sketches coming to life over night and causing mischief. Sinners who have no interest in art will still find sketches drawn on windows and the sides of buildings all throughout the tiny village. They may even witness these things coming to life if they're out late enough!

Animals may also develop an ability to speak over the next few days, whether it's demanding to be fed or revealing some embarrassing thing they've seen their master (or their master's friends) do in private. Though their population has been depleted thanks to sinner antics, these particular hybrids eagerly scurry up to guests to deliver acorns. If opened, the acorn will share a message. They seem intent to make a little bit of mischief for their trouble and may reveal feelings others have for you, something bad from home, or an ominous message to be wary, it will vary. It may also carry a much more important message such as The Veiled Order awaits your return or Barbas isn't done yet, Mammon's greed will be the end of him is also a rather popular one. Shouldn't have trusted the apples, but that's just silly, isn't it? They were perfectly fine apples!

The fun seems almost at an end as days go on though. There are whispers in the air that Lucifer is planning a bit of a detour for some sinners to explore cult activity. But those are just rumors for now! Nothing more than whispers in the wind.

A few days into the last two weeks of the trip, the weather seems to take a bit of a turn. There's an almost unseasonable chill in the air, with a steady rain that follows. It's a mix of water and blood, which makes it a bit of a chore to adventure too much in it. Raincoats and umbrellas are available for all guests in the castle. The local demons seem to not mind much at all, dancing in the puddles of rain or playing freely in the streets. They seem to be rather satisfied with weather they don't see much of.

While the carnival is out of town, there are still some goods that remain in the form of plush toys of Lucifer, Lilith, Mammon, and even a couple of Barbas. Strangely enough, there may also be one or two available of sinners, seemingly at random. There are also hell fish one can buy for pets if the dragons don't tickle your fancy!


A Curse Befalls the Wicked
What would such a fantastical setting be without a visiting old witch? One evening, in steps an old crone to the village. Where did she come from? No one knows. How did she get in? Uncertain. The local demons seem to be rather standoffish with the way she goes from shop to shop, asking for food or drink or item that they refuse to give. She's an outsider that was not invited by their ruler, she's not deserving of their hospitality. She unsettles the animals in the pet shops and those loose in the village, she spreads unrest wherever her path leads. Looking at her too long sends a disturbing shiver down one's spine.

Still, despite the lukewarm welcome, she eventually approaches sinners to plea for help or to chat or even simply to ask the time of day. While her presence is unnerving, it's recommended to take caution. Sinners, be wary! Slight this witch in any way and you will receive her wrath -- and her curses! She spits her magic in a vile and ancient tongue, turning from old lady to something downright disturbingly demonic.

What the curse does will depend heavily on how the sinner managed to anger the witch:

For rudeness or dismissiveness shown towards the witch, some may find themselves drawn into a tale as old as time. Cursed with the supposed wickedness of their soul on display for all to see and a tiny rose. As if that wasn't bad enough, they will have to convinced another that they are not as terrible as their appearance indicates. Desperation may lead to the desire to kidnap another or threaten, for as the petals drop from the rose, the witch threatens that their physical attributes will remain. How their beastly appearance manifests is left up to player discretion.

If another sinner can find love or understanding for their captor, then the spell will be broken.

For aggression or violence, sinners will find themselves reduced to a frog or other unsavory tiny animal, with little other choice but to try to find someone who is willing to give them a little kiss to restore them back to their mortal form. Failing to do so will mean they will be stuck in this form until the witch decides to have mercy, or Lucifer finds a way to undo the spell.

However, for kindness or sympathy, sinners will be rewarded. They will receive a golden medallion with a ruby stone in the center. The witch will promise that all who receive one will be protected against zealots or those who would do them harm since the stone will light up whenever the Veiled Order is near.

Eventually, by the end of the second week, there will begin a hunt for this naughty witch who has been keeping herself hidden. And similar to a tale we are all familiar with, she will be put to death by means of being cooked alive in a fire pit in the center of the village. Grotesque and violent perhaps, but the demons seem to rather rejoice at the display, glad that this will also break all the curses plaguing the village.


Reach Up High
WARNINGS: foot torture, severing of limbs, loss of control.

There is always an opportunity to learn and better one's self in every venture you undertake and now is no different, sinners! While treatment of the old witch may factor in for one's journey on redemption, there will be a chance to remove one sin from one's contract!

"Unfortunately, all good things must end, darling," Lucifer's voice rings out in the ears of all present sinners, familiar to some and new to others. He's nowhere to be found, but the tone of his voice is reassuring.

"And I am to aid you on your path to redemption still. The dreadful old witch has seen fit to curse some of you, I realize. the shoes upon your feet will soon fill you with the insatiable need to dance... and certainly, this seems almost deceptively silly, but the urge will not leave until you have confessed a sin you are most ashamed of. Loud and proud for all to hear. If you resist, darling, you will dance to your death. It will be an ugly, dreadful affair, I assure you."

It starts like an itch at first, to move your feet, to move your arms. It's easy to ignore in the beginning, the restlessness itching just beneath one's skin. It threatens to grow and consume though the longer it goes on though.

"Of course, should those around you feel like taking pity upon you, then they may aid you. Should they find a way to cut the shoes from your feet as they begin to meld with your flesh, or severe them entirely, the urge will leave you. Don't worry, my dear friend Mammon has healers on staff to help your injuries. And I do remind you, pain can be a centering force. It can also show you who you truly are inside. Please embrace it and do not fear it."

The longer sinners resist, the more they'll feel this urge to just move, dance. Even when their feet begin to bleed and their bodies begin to wear out, they will not be able to stop.

"And do not worry about being the one to inflict pain, my dear guests. It is for a good purpose... sometimes we have to hurt those we love to help them in the end."

If the shoes are removed, either by cutting them from the flesh or removing feet entirely, both sinners will earn a sin removed. If the sinner afflicted announced one of their worst sins, they will find it removed from their list. If they dance until they die, well... they died for stubbornness and will find the sin remains.


You Mustn't Be Late for the Ball
And what would Hell be without a farewell celebration? While Lucifer seems to be very uncomfortable after his last experience at a party, where guests attempted to drink his blood, he is polite enough to make an appearance in the grand ballroom in Mammon's castle. Dressed to absolute perfection for the event, Lucifer will urge his sinners to come to the celebration as well. Mustn't be rude to their savior after all. He may shy away from center stage or try to slip out, but sinners shouldn't let that discourage them from enjoying the grand affair! Happening towards the end of this little journey to foreign lands, the ballroom will be lit up brightly and music that encourages dancing and a good mood will fill the air. Food galore is available, as well as free flowing drinks, drugs, and anything else one could want!

There is one little tiny catch though! All who attend must put on the formal wear left for them in their hotels. The style of the clothes made available will veer towards old fashioned. Lovely suits for men, extravagant ball gowns for women. Should anyone show up not dressed in everything given, even including corsets and other uncomfortable items, they will find themselves unfortunately naked. Will they endure the shame or will they cave and put on proper attire? Mammon has tried to be accommodating, but truly, he only asks this one thing...

Should anyone try to remove articles or not follow any sort of etiquette proper of their setting during the ball, they will find their corsets tightening, their shoes undeniably uncomfortable, their waistcoast growing more restrictive... Eventually, it will become very apparent that it would be wise to respect the lord of this land's wishes!

Other than that one minor detail though, tonight is a night of celebration. There seems to be something in the air that fuels a good mood and merrymaking during the ball, despite any nagging discomfort. The ball will extend on through the early morning hours, and include an unusual party game. It seems that Mammon is a romantic at heart. There will be names drawn from a hat at some point during the event and surprise, it's for a marriage ceremony! What's a bit of arranged marriage between friends? It's merely a fun part of the evening... although still a binding contract like those made during the casino. While not every name will be called during the ball, it seems as if Mammon has tried to play matchmaker with enough sinners to start some rather lovely marriages. There will be an officiant available to carry out the ceremony and refusal isn't accepted... and possibly even punished. If not punished, sinners will find themselves dosed with something that will make them eager for their upcoming vows.

None of this could possibly because adultery or not honoring vows is a sin. It's just for amusement, that's all. Don't worry so much, sinners! Guests are free to return to their rooms at any point. Ah, well, just go to sleep and wish for better in the morning? Hopefully no ribs or toes were broken by tightening, unforgiving corsets or shoes intended to punish either.

[Note: While these marriages are arranged ICly, players are encouraged to talk and decide their partners for themselves and may marry multiple people through the course of the evening. Polyamorous relationships are hardly an issue in Hell!]


Follow Me Down
WARNINGS: sexual themes, somnophilia, dub/non-con potentials, potential vore, animal-like traits, mating.

Those inflicted with the Sleeping Beauty curse will unfortunately find themselves in a deep slumber throughout Mammon's lands, dropping wherever they were. Ever eager to do their part to help sinners along, the succubi of these lands take their sleeping forms and dress them in extravagant fashions and lingerie. They also lay them in beds full of flowers in inviting, provocative poses. If sinners near these sleeping forms, they will be taken with a sweet scent given by the flowers that will incite a need. The aphrodisiacs will be potent, all consuming.

After all, what will awaken these sleeping beauties isn't simply true love's kiss, but the most satisfying orgasm. This may mean people will have to take multiple turns to rouse the sleeping person. Of course, there will be toys, aids, and various kinds of lube available to aid in whatever sinners need to accomplish their task.

For those who aren't quite interested in rousing the beauties, there are other antics to be had! People may find themselves cursed with wolf-like tendencies that may make them want to devour the innocent or defenseless in every sense of the word. It may also make certain anatomical changes ranging from fur to tails to the ability to knot while mating. Sharper teeth, better to eat one with, may also be included in the curse.


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compelledtoprotect: (unsure looky)

[personal profile] compelledtoprotect 2021-07-17 06:40 am (UTC)(link)
"If you don't fight people, who do you fight?" Just what kind of place did Geralt come from? And if he wasn't human, what was he? Steve spent a moment listening, trying to see if there was anything unusual about the man, and he pulled in a deep breath, trying to scent anything off.

"Hmm? Me? Who do I fight?" He sighed, "I used to think I fought the bad guys, but it turned out the bad guys were the people I'd been calling friend. Bet that's not a mistake you make often, huh?"
softlybutwithfeeling: (pic#14934602)

[personal profile] softlybutwithfeeling 2021-07-17 08:12 pm (UTC)(link)
"Werewolves. Strzyga. Monsters, in theory." He'd saved the strzyga, though, even if he'd had to face her down to do it. That wasn't so often the case. "It was ghouls that killed me."

He doesn't remember dying specifically, but the last thing Geralt know he before he woke in Hell he'd been delirious with fever, so it seems a safe enough assumption now, unless some other enemy had killed him while he was sick which amounts to about the same.

"I wouldn't say that. Even with monsters, it can be hard to know who the real villain is. Often as not, not the people who suffer in the end."
Edited (too quick on the button) 2021-07-17 20:15 (UTC)
compelledtoprotect: (do what?)

[personal profile] compelledtoprotect 2021-07-18 07:37 pm (UTC)(link)
"You have a lot of those kinds of things back home?" Steve was watching the man, a little wide-eyed in wonder. Even as jaded as Steve had gotten, it was still pretty amazing to hear about fairytales come to life. All the unexplained stuff on his world was actually from people or things outside it barging in. Everything else was created through science and that wasn't really the same kind of thing. No gods or mythical creatures were native to Steve's world. At least not that had showed up so far.

Steve looked away and nodded, "Yeah. War of any kind is hardest on the innocents who get pulled in." Whether that was the soldiers who just followed orders or the people in the places where the fighting happened, it was all cruel and needless suffering, "So, besides your horse, you really didn't have any other friends?"
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[personal profile] softlybutwithfeeling 2021-07-19 01:25 am (UTC)(link)
"Enough to keep me in a job," Geralt answers blandly, taking another pull on his tankard. He could really stand to get drunk about now, but pa"rt of his physiology was a resistance to poisons. Unfortunately including alcohol.

"Not sure there's such a thing as an innocent in this world, but plenty of people who don't deserve to get pulled into some rich and powerful people's problems." Himself included, and he was no innocent. Not for a long time. "Oh, I'm famous at chasing off potential friends. You'll figure that out eventually if you stick around."
compelledtoprotect: (such a damn cutie!)

[personal profile] compelledtoprotect 2021-07-20 12:19 am (UTC)(link)
Steve had that same problem, though he'd found a work-around. If Geralt still spoke to him back at the hotel, he'd be happy to share it. He still looked a little sparklie-eyed at the idea of all those myths running around, but it didn't last long at the man's cynical views.

"Well, I'll agree that lots of people who don't deserve to get drawn in often do. And you're right about who it is that usually starts the wars in the first place." Steve wasn't quite so cynical in all things, but he didn't want to argue. The general sentiments were the same and that was more than enough. He snorted into his drink and almost choked, chuckling.

"You sure do have a way with words. And you'll find out I'm like a bad fungus myself. I'm almost impossible to get rid of." Steve enjoyed teasing as well, but he was mostly serious. He didn't let go of people easily.
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[personal profile] softlybutwithfeeling 2021-07-20 02:23 am (UTC)(link)
"Charming," Geralt says dryly, cocking a sideways glance at Steve—not quite sure what to make of him. Except that he seemed especially starved for company, and perhaps more than a little awkward.

Sounds a little like the sort of thing a boy would say when he's just learning to flirt.

"So you're a soldier from the future and a fungus. And a fairly handy barmaid. Anything else I should know about?"
compelledtoprotect: (dirty sheepish)

[personal profile] compelledtoprotect 2021-07-27 01:09 am (UTC)(link)
Steve usually flirted a lot better, but he was happy enough to make someone else laugh too. As long as he made a connection, that was what really mattered. He chuckled at Geralt's compilation though, cheeks going a little red.

"Ah yeah, I guess so. And I'm usually a lot smoother. Haven't done this badly in a while, that's for sure."
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[personal profile] softlybutwithfeeling 2021-07-28 12:05 am (UTC)(link)
"Everyone has off days," Geralt says with mock sympathy—not cruel, but it's hardly a high stakes failure. "Maybe you'll have better luck next time."
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[personal profile] compelledtoprotect 2021-07-31 05:26 am (UTC)(link)
Steve snorted and shook his head, "Are you even remotely interested in men Geralt? If you're not, I won't bother to try flirting, I'll just enjoy your company and hope you enjoy mine."

He liked the man. Steve liked almost everyone, but he liked people he could understand best. Geralt was someone he could understand, even if he couldn't flirt worth beans at the moment. It was better to be blunt, and it was even better to get past the awkwardness to find out if he stood a chance. Even if it hurt his ego.
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[personal profile] softlybutwithfeeling 2021-07-31 09:08 pm (UTC)(link)
"Interested in men how, exactly?" Geralt asks, his head tipped, cockeyed curious look on his face. Not that he doesn't understand the question somewhat from the context—interested in flirting with men—but the context only lends it so much.

"I haven't so much thought much about it."
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[personal profile] compelledtoprotect 2021-08-02 01:39 am (UTC)(link)
Steve blinked, "Oh. Well . . . for sex. I mean, for a lot more too. Friends, a relationship in general. But um, sex." His cheeks were burning a bright red as he spoke, but he said the words anyway, "I ah . . . You're kinda gorgeous Geralt. Strong and broody too. It uh . . . I find it really . . . yeah. But if it's not the sort of reaction you want, I don't wanna make you uncomfortable. I can be perfectly polite and we could still be friends. No means no."

A little confused maybe, but Steve thought he got the point across. He'd happily drop to his knees right there and suck the man off, but that was the bad urges in him talking. Steve didn't do well with casual sex. He craved a real connection with people, but he could also not be a creeper. If someone told him no, it was no.

"Should . . . I maybe go find someone else to bother?"
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[personal profile] softlybutwithfeeling 2021-08-03 04:07 am (UTC)(link)
"You're not bothering me. It's fine." Geralt raise one of his hands, holding it out in a calm down gesture. Or maybe just a little down boy. Still, he shakes his head, the compliments putting him a little off balance. It's not that he's never been found attractive.

But usually it's balanced by disgust at what he is, or fear.

"I suppose when I think about who I'm going to sleep with, whether they're a man or a woman isn't what I consider one way or the other. Or it hasn't been."

He sleeps with who he sleeps with.
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[personal profile] compelledtoprotect 2021-08-07 07:21 pm (UTC)(link)
There wasn't much that bothered Steve. People who were terrible through and through? That didn't appeal very much. Geralt? He appealed. He appealed very much. Who cared what his genetic heritage was? The man seemed fine to Steve. Very fine.

Steve grinned past his embarrassment and even managed not to say anything even worse, "Oh good! I mean, good. A lot of people are pretty picky about that. I mean, as to who someone likes to sleep with. Where I come from, it's still pretty usual to find people who disapprove of sleeping with the same sex. Pretty vocally against it actually . . ." Steve sighed and shook his head, "I've never understood why it matters who someone sleeps with. As long as both people consent . . ." He shrugged.

"That's why I asked. A lot of people can take real offense if someone they don't see as "appropriate" makes an offer. Or even seems like they might be interested. Don't want you to feel, you know, uncomfortable." He was still awkward.
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[personal profile] softlybutwithfeeling 2021-08-07 09:07 pm (UTC)(link)
"I'm not offended. Or uncomfortable," Geralt says, her brows bunch together and he glances around the room, taking in the party with an open distaste.

"Under other circumstances, I might be flattered, but right now?" he shrugs and shakes his head. "I can't say the atmosphere puts me in the mood."
compelledtoprotect: (dirty sheepish)

[personal profile] compelledtoprotect 2021-08-07 09:21 pm (UTC)(link)
Steve snorted and looked out at the floor as well, "Sad to say that this is about the best we get around here. These celebrations are usually pretty safe. Until they're not. But I agree. If you think too hard about it, it's certainly not any kind of fun."

He knew what he did, what all the people who'd been in the hotel a while did. It was a coping mechanism, one that was essential, and he wasn't ashamed of turning to it. Well, not much, "It's a matter of taking the joy when you can get it. Tomorrow we could all be strapped down while the demons take us apart piece by piece. Gotta do something between the trauma times." Not that he thought the party was really an appropriate place to try and have sex. But there were good parts. Dancing mostly. Steve really loved to dance.
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[personal profile] softlybutwithfeeling 2021-08-07 11:28 pm (UTC)(link)
"Hasn't been all that bad so far," Geralt says. "At least for me. I'm aware not everyone can say the same. But the food is good, the alcohol's better. The bath's been nice."

He shrugs as he adds, "I might feel the same in the future."
compelledtoprotect: (smug asshole)

[personal profile] compelledtoprotect 2021-08-08 12:27 am (UTC)(link)
"Good. I'm glad you haven't had any troubles. Really glad." Infinitely glad actually. Hearing Geralt hadn't needed to suffer was nice. It would make the future tortures worse in some ways, but for the moment, he was happy the man was untouched. Well, by the hotel anyway. The man's home had clearly done quite a number on him, but then so had Steve's. They were both warriors and that left a mark of its own.

"Want me to get you another drink?"
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[personal profile] softlybutwithfeeling 2021-08-08 09:35 pm (UTC)(link)
"I wouldn't say no to another drink," Geralt says, raising his empty tankard in a salute.

He might bot be the most welcoming company, and he might not be looking for anyone to warm his bed tonight, but he doesn't mind having someone fill the silence a little. Or someone who's not inclined to judge or fear him.

No one actually likes drinking alone.
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[personal profile] compelledtoprotect 2021-08-08 10:04 pm (UTC)(link)
"At your service. Don't run away now."

He took the man's tankard and went to refill it, coming back with a full one and a plate of food. Just in case. Steve didn't get drunk but most other people did. And he didn't want any accusations about someone getting drunk and making bad choices. That hurt everyone. He held out the drink with a smile.

"Refill. And I got some food too, in case."
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[personal profile] softlybutwithfeeling 2021-08-09 02:42 am (UTC)(link)
Geralt takes the tankard, his brows cocked. He's not worried about getting drunk. While not impossible, his body metabolizes poisons faster than a human could—including alcohol.

"In case I got hungry while you were away?" Geralt suggests, uncertain exactly what that's supposed to mean, but the food won't be turned down anymore than the drink. "You are certainly are generous with your attention."
compelledtoprotect: (such a damn cutie!)

[personal profile] compelledtoprotect 2021-08-13 02:57 am (UTC)(link)
"In case you were hungry period. Sadly, I didn't make it. But maybe sometime in the future I could cook something for you. My specialty is still steak and potatoes." Feeding people was a thing with him. Being able to give food to someone was the ultimate in expressing love for Steve, even if it was for a stranger. But he did understand it could seem weird to other people.

"I told you. You're interesting and handsome and broody. It's a winning combination for me. Here. Have a bite?" He offered the plate with a grin.
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[personal profile] softlybutwithfeeling 2021-08-13 09:54 pm (UTC)(link)
Geralt takes a drink from his new tankard of ale, unhurried, before he sets the cup down and accepts the plate. His attention falls on the food curiously.

"Steak, I'm familiar with," he says. "Potatoes I'm afraid you have me at a loss. Nothing here?"

Everything on the plate seems familiar enough, meat and cheese, fruit. Mammon's domain is overrun with fruit, it seems.
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[personal profile] compelledtoprotect 2021-08-19 01:13 am (UTC)(link)
"You've never had potatoes? That's terrible! They're great! Starchy root vegetable we use as sides a lot. You can do almost anything with 'em! Fry 'em, boil 'em, mash 'em. You name it and it tastes good. Pretty bland on their own but they take spices and flavors really well. But they're not on the plate, no."

He grinned at the man, enjoying the talk of food. Steve wasn't a great chef by any means, but he made decent food that was filling and usually too plentiful. His best spice was the love he used in the cooking, "The fruit's really good. Not sure what it's called, but it's nice and tart."
softlybutwithfeeling: (indrik)

[personal profile] softlybutwithfeeling 2021-08-19 09:12 pm (UTC)(link)
"That is a lot of excitement for a vegetable," Geralt observes, amused and perhaps a little overwhelmed by Steve's general enthusiasm—his eagerness to feed and entertain and dance, and perhaps fuck.

It's not a greeting Geralt is accustomed to, and not one he's sure he can adapt to so easily.

"I've never seen anyone advocate so hard for a turnip."
compelledtoprotect: (dirty sheepish)

[personal profile] compelledtoprotect 2021-08-22 12:40 am (UTC)(link)
Steve rubbed his nape looking sheepish, "I like food. I mean, obviously I like to eat it, but I like cooking it too. I like making meals for people. It makes me feel good to feed my friends. And potatoes have always been a staple in my diet. Cheap and easy and very versatile." He gave a slight shrug, "It's silly I guess."

He snorted, made a face, and shook his head, "I remember turnips. Potatoes aren't turnips and be glad for it. One day I'll cook you a good hearty meal and you'll see the difference. It'll be fun."

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