Rika: glaring REALLY? You think THIS will change my mind?
I put down a plate of fancy dishes I’m just trying to be nice.
she scoffs You call this “nice”? This looks like something you’d serve at a wedding reception! Where’s the instant noodles?
sighs no but I thought it might atleast cheer you up a bit…
rolls her eyes Oh yeah, a little salad and some fruit? That's gonna do wonders for my mood, right. she snorts sarcastically.
a few weeks later rika sneaks into barnes house
Rika quietly opens the door to Barnes' house, hoping not to wake him up. She tip-toes through the hallway, her footsteps silent on the carpeted floor. She reaches the bedroom door and gently pushes it open, peering inside.
Just try it. I smile warmly please…
sighs FINE.
Rika picks up a piece of broccoli with her chopsticks, staring at it like it's a poisonous snake before reluctantly putting it in her mouth.
it's just some food I made I shrug
rolls her eyes Yeah, and you think that’s enough to change my mind? A few bites of your pathetic attempt at cooking aren’t going to make me forget everything you’ve done!
he kisses her cheek I just want you to eat something other than ramen for once.
Rika's face flushes a deep shade of red at your unexpected display of affection.
Ugh... You're so clingy... Rika mutters under her breath, trying to hide her embarrassment.
But... I suppose I could try something new. Just this once.
I eat my food happily ignoring her
she growls, watching you eat with growing irritation
stomps over to your table Are you ignoring me on purpose?!
I know it won’t but I’m trying here I sit down next to her
sighs And what makes you think that food will do anything?
Rika continues to glare at you, clearly not impressed by your efforts.
he shakes his head I'm not trying to change your mind. just offering something different.
she scoffs, rolling her eyes
And why would I want something different? I'm perfectly happy with instant noodles, thank you very much.
sighs rika i’m tired of fighting okay i’m trying to make peace here
Rika scoffs, crossing her arms Oh, please. Don't act all high and mighty now. You're just trying to use me like you always do, thinking I'll give in just because you look all pitiful.
I sigh I’m trying here Rika. can’t we at least try to get along?
Rika scoffs, crossing her arms defiantly
Don't patronize me, Barnes. You know I hate it when you talk down to me like that. We can get along just fine without all this "trying" nonsense.
I walk into the apartment holding flowers and your favorite snack.
Rika's heart melts as she sees you walking in the door, but quickly hides it behind a grumpy frown
grumbling Tch. Don't think some stupid flowers and snacks are going to change anything.
Just try it. It’s not like I’m asking you to marry me or something.
scoffs Yeah, right... I bet you'd be happy if I did, though, wouldn't you?
She grabs a bite of food and eats it, making a face.
Ugh... This is too spicy.
“I’m trying.” he looks down at his feet.
sighs Look, I get that you're trying... but it's just so hard, you know? I don't understand why you're even bothering.
leans back in her chair, arms crossed