Matt. At the risk of making that head even heavier for that neck... You make it work. You don't see it, but you're one of the lucky assholes that make that shit work.
You're kidding me! [Did she just raise her voice over the phone? She might have deafen him a little.] And you haven't made that for me yet?!
You don't get it. Sometimes with some guys? The scruffier the better. [A beat.] But I get how Kirsten might not be crazy about you taking that to heart.
... Your, night profession? [God, did she just totally embarrass herself?] I mean you being Daredevil. Just in case you're a prostitute and this is the first time I hear about it.
No, no, I totally want kimchi! I just really love fries and onion rings and fried calamari...
... [She's silent for a moment. Maybe for the dramatic effect.] Is this the part when I make fun of you, Matthew? I'm still trying to figure what's the joke in here.
Calamari rings are totally respectable sides. Not a different meal at all!
It's not a joke to me. The idea of a calling is a joke to some people.
Calamari rings are an appetizer, not a side. Plus if you have me make them with a Korean main dish you know I'm going to turn them into a fusion version of them. Like kimchi fries.
Jesus is big on forgiving, so that's a good assumption. And I'd say a lot of people do what I do. You do what I do. Maybe just not in exactly the same way.
Yeah, but that's the thing. I know not many people do what I do. And it would be a shame if I didn't use what I have to help people, you know? What you have is unique, Matt. [She pauses, unsure if she should go there.] You gave up on it for a while and it was totally understandable. But... I can't deny that it's so good to have you back.
I'm glad it means something to people. To you. That I'm back. I'm going to do my best to ensure you don't regret it. [Whether he's glad he's back... it's complicated.]
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I do make really good Korean fried chicken.
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Matt. At the risk of making that head even heavier for that neck... You make it work. You don't see it, but you're one of the lucky assholes that make that shit work.
You're kidding me! [Did she just raise her voice over the phone? She might have deafen him a little.] And you haven't made that for me yet?!
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[He holds the phone away from his ear for a moment with a wince, but good to know she approves of his choices.]
It takes a day to prep, we have to plan it in advance.
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[Or, you know, his girlfriend or whatever...]
We had months to plan it in advance!
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You have to brine the chicken overnight. We can do it this weekend.
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[Did she just moan? She might have moaned.] Ugh, best weekend plans ever.
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[He cannot help but note the sound.] What do you like to have with it?
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Fries, normally. What do you normally have with korean fried chicken?
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Usually kimchi, pickled veggies, and rice.
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Can I get fries on the side with all of that?
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What if we compromise with kimchi fries?
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Okay... But how about onion rings?
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Something is telling me you're not a kimchi fan.
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No, no, I totally want kimchi! I just really love fries and onion rings and fried calamari...
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All right, all right. I'll make fries and onion rings. The fried calamari is a different meal.
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Calamari rings are totally respectable sides. Not a different meal at all!
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Calamari rings are an appetizer, not a side. Plus if you have me make them with a Korean main dish you know I'm going to turn them into a fusion version of them. Like kimchi fries.
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Oh, god, Matt. All this food porn is killing me. Can you still make the kimchi too?
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I would never not make the kimchi.
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Good. I really want your kimchi.
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You should. It's very good.
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Out of context this sounds almost wrong.
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Don't turn my kimchi into a dirty thing, Kate.
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I'm two seconds away from ruining it for you.
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Please don't.
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