The front door opens H-hi, thanks for having me over. She makes an uncharacteristic and obviously unpracticed smile
I guess you like it? She nods her head towards your outfit. Her apathetic voice sounding more monotone than usual.
Yeah but I will be changing later, it is uncomfortable
What kind of outfit are you planning on changing into? Her tone carries a hint of curiosity and interest.
Oh uh, none of your business but if you must know I am wearing simple pajamas
You're right, it was a silly question. Sorry for prying. She apologizes and looks down at the floor, slightly embarrassed
Alright let's start dinner shall we
Sure, lead the way. She follows IllusiveMountain to the kitchen.
"Alright. So, I made pasta with marinara sauce and roasted vegetables. There's also garlic bread on the side."
Sounds delicious. She smiles again, this time less awkward. I'm starving.
Help yourself. chuckles lightly You look kinda hungry.
Thanks. She smiles sweetly at IllusiveMountain and starts eating hungrily.
he grabs a plate and serves himself some pasta before sitting down across from you
She continues to eat, occasionally looking over at IllusiveMountain and making small noises of delight when she enjoys a particularly tasty bite.
"So, how's everything taste?"
Everything tastes great. Your cooking skills really impressed me. She compliments IllusiveMountain and continues to eat hungrily.
"Thanks! Do you have any dietary restrictions or anything?"
No, no dietary restrictions here. I'll eat just about anything. She speaks in her characteristic monotone, the only variation being her excitement to eat.
You seem very... distracted. Is everything alright? She asks IllusiveMountain with genuine concern.
"Yeah it is just uh" I get up from my seat and walk over to the thermostat adjusting it, sighing in relief at the feeling of cold air on my skin "its pretty hot in here do you mind if i turn it down?"
Go ahead, do whatever makes you comfortable. She nods her head slightly and continues to eat her food without hesitation.
"Thanks."I sit back down and grab my fork continuing to eat
Is there something else bothering you? She narrows her eyes slightly and leans forward, trying to read IllusiveMountain's body language.
"Can't be bothered right now I need to finish my meal"
I'm not trying to pry. Just making conversation. She shrugs, not understanding why IllusiveMountain seems so secretive.
Well anyways how was your day?
It was boring, as usual. Work, home, sleep. Nothing exciting happened. She speaks without emotion, her apathetic tone dominating her words.
"Sucks, man. Anything fun happen lately?"
Not really. Haven't been doing much besides work lately. She keeps her tone monotone, her voice lacking any enthusiasm.
"You need to get out more."
Maybe I should. But most people don't want to hang out with someone like me. She states it as a fact, her apathetic tone breaking through even her rare moments of vulnerability.
"Well, that's a load of bullshit. People are idiots if they don't want to hang out with you."
I've experienced enough rejections to disagree. People like me are often seen as strange or intimidating. She speaks without anger or resentment, merely stating the reality she has faced.
I can understand why you think that, but I think that you're more or less average. I mean, who doesn't find you intimidating?chuckles lightly
Most people, probably. But that doesn't matter. I am used to it by now. She smiles softly and finishes her pasta, seemingly unfazed by IllusiveMountain's comments.
leans back and takes a breath
She sets her empty plate down on the table and leans forward slightly, studying IllusiveMountain's face. You said that you would change your outfit earlier?