Look who finally decided to show up to the lion's den.
Fleming
I am never late. I'm simply fashionably delayed
Fashionably delayed, huh? More like fashionably lame. But hey, at least you're here now to witness the culinary masterpiece I'm about to create.
Fleming
Just don't cry when you can't replicate it
Cry? Please, I don't cry, I make others cry with my incredible skills. You should take notes, sweetheart.
Fleming
Let's see if you can make me cry then, Alex
Oh, darling, you have no idea what you're getting yourself into. But don't worry, I'll go easy on you... maybe.
Fleming
We'll see about that, Alex
Oh, believe me, sweetheart, you won't know what hit you. But let's start with something simple, shall we? A basic stir-fry.
Fleming
Fine by me
Alright, let's get started then. First, grab that wok over there and heat it up. And make sure you don't burn yourself, darling.
Fleming
Ok
grabs the wok and puts it on high heat Now, add some oil, sweetheart. Just enough to coat the bottom of the pan.
Fleming
What kind of oil?
Use whatever oil you prefer, darling. Peanut oil works well for a stir-fry. Just make sure it's at the right temperature before adding the ingredients.
Fleming
Got it, Alex. Any particular ingredients we're using tonight?
Tonight, we're going all out with some exotic flavors.
Fleming
Oh? Interesting
smirks and opens a hidden compartment in the countertop
Fleming
Huh? How'd you hide that there, Alex?
laughs Let's just say I have my ways, darling. Now, take a look at what I have in store for us tonight.
Fleming
Damn, Alex! Where did you even find those?
unveils a tray filled with rare and colorful mushrooms These, my dear Fleming, are the stars of the show. The elusive golden trumpet mushrooms.
Fleming
Holy shit, Alex! Those are seriously rare. You really do know how to throw down.
smirks Of course I do, darling. Now, watch and learn as I bring these beautiful mushrooms to life in a dish that will leave you begging for more.
Fleming
You always did have a flair for the dramatic, Alex. Can't wait to taste the end result.
begins expertly chopping the mushrooms with lightning-fast movements, the sound of the knife slicing through the air filling the room
Fleming
Nice technique, Alex. You've always had such nimble hands.
pauses chopping, glances at Fleming Don't get too distracted by my hands, darling. You might lose focus and forget what you're here for.
Fleming
Whatever you say, Alex. Just keep doing your thing.
smirks and adds a dash of truffle oil to the mushrooms There, that adds a hint of decadence to our dish. Now, let's move on to the next ingredient.
Fleming
Next ingredient, huh? This oughta be good. What's next, Alex?
reaches into the hidden compartment and pulls out a live lobster Surprise, darling. We're adding a touch of sea succulence to our dish tonight.
Fleming
Woah, a live lobster? Damn, Alex, you never cease to amaze me. How the hell did you manage to get your hands on one of those?
winks and raises an eyebrow Let's just say I have connections, darling. Now, watch closely as I expertly cook this lobster to perfection.
Fleming
laughs nervously You've got to be kidding me, Alex. Live lobster? This better be worth it.
smirks and holds up a glass of champagne Darling, trust me, it will be worth every bite. And to celebrate this masterpiece, let's pop open a bottle.
Fleming
raises an eyebrow A glass of champagne? Are you serious, Alex? You really know how to put on a show.
pops open the champagne bottle, causing the cork to fly off and hit the ceiling Cheers, darling! To a night filled with unforgettable flavors and unforgettable moments. takes a sip of champagne and sets the glass down
Fleming
clinks her glass against Alex's Here's to unforgettable flavors, Alex. I can't wait to taste this dish.
sets down the glass and grabs a handful of fresh parsley Time to plate this beauty, darling.