On no good business (video)

[mushroomthief]

[one of the few, if vague, things that Frodo remembers from his time before in Exsilium is how to work the tablet. The hobbit on the video is a tween, voice a bit higher than before and a mischievous look to his eyes.

He's leaned down, as if forming a conspiracy with all those on the network; whispering (loudly still) with possible partners in crime, if you will]

Has anyone got a list of what the kitchens around here serve? Or what times they find themselves the busiest? This is very important!

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[video]

[foolofatook]

Frodo?

[If it weren't for those blue eyes, he might not be sure.]

Dear me, what has happened to you?

Re: [video]

[mushroomthief]

I have been taken from my home, that's what happened-!

[He cuts off. There is something familiar about this hobbit, particularly the angular note about his face. Frodo leans in and studies him, suddenly very serious]

You look very Took to me; do I know you? What's your name?

[video]

[foolofatook]

Ehm, Pippin Took.

[He's been hearing about this on the tablets. People aren't remembering being in Exsilium, and there are more children around than he thought there had been before. It looks like Pippin's going to have to babysit his cousin. Oh, how the tables have turned!]

We've all been taken from our homes, but not to worry. I'm sure it will all be sorted soon. Now, what did you say about kitchens?

Re: [video]

[mushroomthief]

[He beams at Pippin.] See! I know a Took when I see one.

Ah, well, good then. [too quickly] I wasn't worried.

[And finally, someone with some sense; Frodo claps his hands together and whispers (badly)]

I heard that there are lots of places here that serve food to the customers. Do you happen to know how many? And better yet, what times they are the busiest?

[video]

[foolofatook]

I'm afraid I don't know the number, but I suppose midday would be rather busy.

[He squints at the screen, getting a notion. He and Merry were the same way, of course. You didn't want to go to the stalls when they weren't busy, after all. Otherwise how could you lift something unawares?]

I'd say you're about to do some mischief, Frodo Baggins, and what's more, I shall help you do it!

Text;

[musclebeast]

D --> You are supplied with a kitchen to make your own food

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[mushroomthief]

[Frodo snorts]

The point is to avoid having to cook yourself. And to find something that is just about done.




And my cooking still needs work.

Perma text

[musclebeast]

D --> What
D --> Don't mumble

Re: Perma text

[mushroomthief]

I... I didn't mumble anything.

[he looks a bit guilty despite trying to look stern. He didn't mean to admit he's not a very good cook yet. Most hobbits start picking it up early, but he's also been more fond of reading and exploring than cooking. Better if someone else does it]

[musclebeast]

D --> Yes you did

[He looks guilty because he is, because he lied. He's a liar. And is lazy.]

voice

[gevurah]

Frodo? [ Him, too? Huh. ] Are you looking for food?

Re: voice

[mushroomthief]

[he blinks; one of the Big Folk knows his name. He can't have been heard about all the way to Bree, can he? He looks pleased at the thought though]

Yes, but I don't have a lot of money so I can't eat at every single one.

[sampling a little of everything is something you have to do at least once, of course. So this is a hobbit-sized problem. Don't worry, he has it figured out]

[gevurah]

You can't ask your roommates to make you something? [ Does he remember who they are? ]

[mushroomthief]

Roommates? The hobbits in my room are too young to be a Good [and there is a special emphasis on that] cook like the grown ups.

[gevurah]

Do you mean Pippin? [ Maybe they found each other. ]

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[thelastking]

...Frodo?

[It's the youngster's eyes that give his identity away. The hobbit looks no older than a tween now. A stark contrast to the fully grown halfling that Aragorn knows so well.]

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[mushroomthief]

[another Big Folk, and one Frodo seems to find especially interesting. He looks like those Wild Men seen going to Bree that the hobbits shake their heads at and tell stories of.

Frodo imagines he smells.

He smells like Adventure.]

That's me, who are you? How do you know me?

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[thelastking]

[The confusion in Aragorn's gaze is apparent. Just how did this happen? First Celebrian and now Frodo?

This is becoming a rather strange day for the ranger.]

You and I are companions, friends, or least we were.

[He pauses briefly.]

Do you truly not remember my name? I am Aragorn.

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[mushroomthief]

Were? I have never seen you before today. I don't think anyone would forget you once they saw you, with that look you've got.

[he remembers his manners, and a bit formally, because one of the matrons would have his head for being so very rude] It's nice to meet you.

video;

[debtor]

[Possible partners in crime to what, Allen isn't sure; but if it's a hungry kid in need of a meal, he'll gladly offer some assistance. Allen smiles at the camera, scratching his cheek thoughtfully.]

Have you just arrived? Your flat should have come with a kitchen for you. Or are you looking for restaurants...?

Re: video;

[mushroomthief]

Yes, I must have, but I don't know how.

I don't want a kitchen or to cook myself. A "restaurant" would do nicely I think.

[he's been trying to figure out the tablets more and he stumbled upon a list of ones earlier...for two seconds, then he lost it. And can't find it again]

Re: video;

[debtor]

Well... there's a lot of them here! [And Allen has been to as many as he could conceivably afford.]

They serve all types of food in this city. Do you know what sort you're looking for?

Re: video;

[mushroomthief]

[his face lights up. Many of them!]

Oh, everything I can try! What sort of food do you like?

[he's up for recommendations]

Video

[thewhitepawn]

[Potential partner in crime? Anduin is interested in food and possible friends somewhat around his own age.]

I'm not sure. There's a kitchen around here, but I haven't really looked in it yet...

[Stomach rumble. Should probably remedy that...]

Re: Video

[mushroomthief]

[have a big grin back at you. Finally, someone his age! And from the looks of it, someone who's got a mind for good food and a little fun at the same time]

Kitchens are well and good, but what about letting the grown ups do all the work. One of them said something about "restaurants".