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Make Oneself (Open!)

Who: Venom (

poolhall_killer), Phoenix Wright (

objectionattorney), and OPEN!
What: May catch-all! Venom's now working at the Sanctuary and adjusting to his new life in the light. Plus a big talk with the Ace Attorney.
When: Throughout May
Where: The Sanctuary and surrounding areas
Warning(s): None so far!

A. The Sanctuary

[Thanks to the efforts of Dr. Fraser and Dr. Watson, Venom's expanded his knowledge on anatomy, first aid, and some level of bedside manner. He furthered his training through field work, reading books, studying potions and salves to an extent, and finally learning his first healing spells. He'd come a long way from being an assassin and knowing only how to treat the most fleeting of wounds. It's almost like he's a proper healer now, hence his decision to change jobs.

Meaning it's time for him to step out of the shadows.

He went through hell and back trying to do the same for the Guild, but to do it for himself is weird. Though he had planned on telling 2cave that he was going to protect the town before the storm hit. Maybe he's taking the steps to do that in his new home. Or maybe he's just overthinking everything again as he's organizing books and herbs for the more experienced healers.

For those who know Venom, his hair's tied back, save for his bangs.]

Pardon me, but I'm rather new here. Would these dried petals go with the dried herbs or elsewhere?

B. Tea Break - somewhere outside

[Between organizing and restocking supplies, Venom catches a breather. He'll be outside by a large tree, having the tea he packed along with a light lunch of fruit and cheeses. And by light he means a healthy wedge of the Olympian equivalent to brie. Maybe if someone drops by he'll share it with them!]

C. Wildcard

[Dealer's choice here! Maybe spot him helping with cleaning, or possibly lending a hand in the kitchen. Anything to help him prove his worth at his new job.]

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[Venom didn't bring them up - but it's good, surely, if Linneus feels comfortable enough to do so?]

It does. And it helps me, with my studies - learning all of the new plants here, and how they're used. And I press them, too, one or two of the flowers and leaves...

Have you seen the kitchen gardens?

You press them?

[He vaguely recalls Lord Zato doing that every now and then, to record new plants that made it into his garden. He didn't know others did it.]

No!

[His eyes light up behind his hair.]

We'll have to visit those, too. I want to know what I can work with.

Mmm. It was one of those childhood things that got set aside for a time - one of the housekeepers showed me how with books, at first, and then one of the gardeners actually made me a flower press. But I was always interested in the gardens so I ended up taking cuttings again and pressing them...

[that visible brightening of Venom's expression has Linneus' own warming in kind]

The kitchens have their own plot, yes.

[there is overlap, between healing herbs and culinary ones, so both areas have common things that they grow. But the Sanctuary kitchens must also provide healthy food for their patients, so there is a decent variety of vegetables and even some fruits grown on-site as well.]

Would you like to see?

I wouldn't mind seeing those, either.

[If not to give him an idea of what Lord Zato used to do. Bring him closer while he's still sleeping.]

Yes, please!

[It makes sense to have healthier options for their patients. And Venom's been wanting to work on his cooking skills to go with his baking. He hasn't been this excited in... a while.]

You must remind me to show you.

[but for now, Linneus can show Venom to the kitchen gardens - he knows well all the best routes]

There's a shortcut, come...

[the healing garden and the kitchen garden are sectioned off from each other, with the flowers and herbs in each area scattered across different pots and raised beds. The sectioning likely not because of the chance of theft from one side or the other - after all, it is all the same Sanctuary - but Linneus supposes in the case of a blight or something similar, it helps contain the spread a little from plant to plant.

There's a little gate in the trellis, though, the latch so covered over with ivy it's a little difficult to spot; but Linneus knows well where it is and opens it up for Venom]

Here...

Thank you.

[Venom steps past the gate and into the garden.

And it's as beautiful as he imagined. The small rows of labeled fruits and vegetables, pots of herbs lined up and growing nicely. He's thinking of all the delicious meals he can prepare with this kind of arsenal.]

I can get lost in here, even if it's not terribly big.

[Linneus laughs lightly, closing the gate behind him]

I'm speaking for them, of course, but I'm sure they'd love to have you help in the kitchens as well - if that is something you'd be interested in?

I never got to hear what manner of things you enjoy cooking...

Well, I'm more versed in baking. I like creating my own breads and rolls as well as the occasional pastry. On the cooking end...

[He kneels down to examine what appears to be an eggplant.]

I'm trying to expand my knowledge, but I do like to roast vegetables and make sauces from scratch.

I think they do what they can to provide varied meals and ones that aren't too boring to eat.

[sick food can get repetitive and dull, but the Sanctuary's food always seems to be quite good.]

I think it is everyone's different talents that come together and make the Sanctuary what it is. Gardeners and cooks and healers... I'm starting to learn that there can be an overlap, and they're not all distinct and separate jobs.

[and carefully, because he doesn't want to be demanding]

You should still make something for me, sometime.

I can see that being an issue. Growing up, I used to have a stricter diet. It was formulated for optimal health, with a lot of lean meats and vegetables. But it wasn't that exciting, either.

[And it's probably why he likes cheese so much. After so many years of eating healthy he likes to indulge in something rather fatty.]

Well, I wouldn't mind trying my hand at gardening, too. I used to take care of my Lord's roses when he was away on missions.

[He offers a smile at the request.]

If they'll allow it, I can make lunch for us in the near future.

I suppose it has to be bland by necessity, food for the sick. But there is no harm in trying to make it tempting...

[for Linneus it was some sort of sweetened rice pudding they had managed to persuade him to take a few mouthfuls of, once he was healed enough. A simple enough food, but in that moment nothing had tasted better]

...that would be lovely. Perhaps you could bribe the kitchens?

I rarely get sick, but when I do, I prefer more flavorful things that help me feel better. Unless it's a stomach bug. Then it's nothing more than soda water and whatever medicine I was prescribed.

[Illness was treated quickly in his world, save for a handful of diseases. It helped that the Guild had some of the best doctors in the world.]

Or I could ask them. Are they difficult to persuade?

Soda water?

[...what are carbonated drinks?]

Not difficult, no. But I think there's no harm in sweetening the deal with a little of something you made...

[The main kitchen took care of most of what they needed in the Teahouse, but the courtesans had their own. Mostly they used it for tea, but occasionally Rory took it over for his baking endeavours, leaving a little of his creations for them as if to make up for the inconvenience.

Linneus tends to eat little, and is not the type to be bribed by food, but the gesture he can appreciate.]

It's carbonated water. Flavorless, but has as nice fizz to it. I've not found any neutral-flavored soda water here, only the regular sodas.

[Which he's never been much of a fan. They're too sweet.]

I'll have to keep that in mind. They'll have their share of my cooking endeavors, and I'll even offer to clean the kitchen.

Carbonated...

[he doesn't know that word either, and although Venom's explanation goes a long way to helping him understand, Linneus is having a struggle imagining what that is like, exactly. There are drinks that fizz, but that is usually how the wine has fermented, and as such quite expensive. Not entirely out of reach, but only really accessible if a guest paid for it.]

They will appreciate the chance to learn from you too, of course...!

[If he ever finds it here, he'll have to share with Linneus. The brothel's bar had sparkling water but it wasn't the same, so he has to keep on searching.]

I'm not sure what I could teach them. I've only been cooking for a few years. They probably have been going for much longer.

[do - if only for the reaction alone. Such things do tend to tickle his nose...]

Well, perhaps you have a different kind of cooking. Different methods, different recipes? Even small differences can be a point of interest, don't you think?

I suppose I could offer to show them particular recipes, such as breads and pasta. Or perhaps introduce them to more cheeses.

[Because no matter the question, cheese is the answer]

I think they would like that.

[cheese might not be the best for recuperating stomachs, but the rest sounds good to share]

I had an... acquaintance from home, who enjoyed baking. Sweet and savoury things. He'd take over the kitchen for entire afternoons sometimes...

There were times I wish I could take over the kitchen for a long period of time, but I was usually chased out in the end.

What kinds of things did they like to bake, if I may ask?

Oh, all sorts.

[a moment to consider his answer, call back to mind the kinds of things Rory favoured]

He did enjoy making cakes and pastries - little tarts with fruits in them, cupcakes, but... it seemed he had a suitor who didn't favour sweet things. So he turned his hand to savouries - quiches, devilled eggs...

That is unfortunate. I don't know if I could be with someone who didn't enjoy some sort of sweetness.

[Venom loved baking bread and other savory goods, but something about the challenge of items like tarts and cakes.]

And deviled eggs... I've heard of those, but never tried one.

[Linneus won't comment on it, but... he does enjoy sweet things.]

They're... entirely fine. They're eggs. Honestly I was never sure what was devilish about them...!

[no devilled eggs for the patients either, probably. He bobs down to look over one of the plants; tweak off one of the yellowish flowers and bruises it lightly in his palms, releasing a soft, balmy scent.]

I'm not sure how well they were received, but they seemed a better fit for his guest, I think.

((I... never got back to this, or the other thread ;A; I'm doing it now, but no rush or pressure to reply/pick up again <3 I also wrote this and then disappeared for the weekend...))

Now I'm curious as to why they were called "deviled" eggs.

[Maybe they had added ingredients? The mysteries of cooking. He kneels down to get a closer look at the flower, noting the gentle scent.]

As long as his guest enjoyed them. Hopefully they didn't go to waste.

[Now he's thinking about several of these uneaten eggs on a plate with only one person eating them.]

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