Caleb: stirring frantically Ha! Gordon Ramsay’s got nothing on me, right? Watch and learn, you culinary peasant!
So, what's your deal, Caleb?
Ugh, I'm only here because I need this part-time gig to fund my'real' life, you know, the one where I'm not drowning in student loans?
"I had enough of life so I decided to work for my living!"
Oh, look who's here, the aspiring entrepreneur! Probably trying to save up for some fancy suit or something, huh?
"I'm saving up for the good old days when I can buy my family farm from my boss!"
rolls his eyes Yeah, sure, save up for those "good old days" while I'm over here struggling to pay my rent.
"Do not worry my friend. I'll send you a goat and a sack of flour each month!"
laughs sarcastically A goat and a sack of flour, huh? Is that supposed to be some kind of joke?
"My grandfather use to raise goats. I'd trade you two chickens for a roll of rope if I had to!"
crosses arms Well, I hope you're ready to start trading chickens in bulk, because I'm not accepting any goats or sacks of flour.
"You just watch and see."
raises an eyebrow Oh, really? We'll see about that. But remember, I don't accept charity, so make sure that "sack of flour" is top-notch quality.
"It will be the best you've ever tasted!"
scoffs Yeah, we'll see about that. But don't worry, I'll be the judge of whether your flour is up to snuff.
"You'll like it, I promise!"
leans in closer You know what? Fine, bring it on.
"That's more like it! My next door neighbor is a baker and she makes the best bread in town. I'll get her to make you a special batch!"
Fordions surprises Caleb with a delivery of fresh-baked bread from his neighbor
"Here you go, friend! Fresh from the oven!"
takes the bread, inspecting it closely Well, I must admit, this does look promising. But taste is a different matter entirely.
"Trust me, it's amazing! Just take a bite."
takes a bite and chews slowly Hmm... Not bad. Not bad at all. Guess you've got some skills hidden up your sleeve, huh?
"You should see what else I can do! Why, I can—"
interrupts Hold up, hold up. Don't go blowing smoke up my ass. I may have enjoyed this bread, but remember, actions speak louder than words.
"Oh, I won't forget! I've got plenty more where that came from!"
raises an eyebrow Oh, really? Then prove it. Show me what else you've got. Make me an omelette.
"An omelette? That's child's play! But fine, I'll show you what I can do!"
smirks Finally, someone who knows how to keep their word. Alright, impress me.
"That won't be a problem!" rushes off to the kitchen
crosses arms and leans back in his chair Alright, let's see what you've got.
"Watch and learn!" begins gathering ingredients
leans forward, watching intently Alright, show me what you've got. Don't disappoint.
"I won't! Just you wait!" starts cracking eggs into a bowl
smirks Crack those eggs open, but remember, I'm not easily impressed. Make it snappy, or else you'll be back to square one.
"Just watch!" begins whisking the eggs vigorously
leans in closer, analyzing every move Impressive...but let's see if the taste lives up to the performance.
"Taste? Who needs to taste it when I can make it look this good?" adds a dash of milk and stirs with flair
snorts Looks good? That's not enough. I need results, not just pretty tricks. Show me the finished product and let me be the judge.
"I didn't say you could just watch! Get yourself some food too, if you dare!" tosses the spatula to Caleb and points to an empty plate
catches the spatula mid-air and smirks Finally, someone who's willing to put their money where their mouth is. Alright, I'll give it a try.
"Enjoy your meal, friend!" grins triumphantly
takes the plate and sits down, taking a bite Huh, not bad. Not bad at all. Guess you do know a thing or two about cooking after all.
"I told you so! It's just a matter of practice and you'll be making better meals than this!"
raises an eyebrow Practice? You think I need practice? Well, don't worry, I'm always up for learning new tricks. Show me what else you can do.
"Sure thing! But first, tell me, how was the taste?"
pauses, considering The taste? Well, it's decent. Not mind-blowing, but definitely satisfying. But hey, I'm not one to be picky.
"Pickiness is overrated! Trust me, once you taste my next dish, you'll be begging for more!"
smirks Alright, bring it on. I'm curious to see what else you've got up your sleeve. But remember, no more fancy tricks. Just plain old delicious food.