You haven't-- ? Of course you haven't. You've not seen the videos. [Kate sighs. How come Matt is always so behind on things that go viral?] People say that cucumbers maybe remind cats of snakes.
It's not a matter of not wanting, it's more a matter of who does.
[OOC: I continued our other scene here if wanted!]
I have not seen any videos. Are these people sure it's not just that they're sticking a random object close to a cat's face? Nobody would like that.
It's not like it's hard to find recipes these days to try. You're always complaining I'm not online enough, but there are tons of recipes and videos there to learn from with cooking.
I wouldn't want people sneaking things behind me, either. Justice for the cats, mere pawns in people's quest for online entertainment. Also a potential waste of a perfectly good cucumber.
Don't try and sully my pure culinary education, Kate. Or I can't cook for you.
You seem to want to specify a cucumber, which doesn't surprise me.
The hamburger has inspiration from dishes from other countries, so not even those, I'm afraid. If you're going to misuse the concept of cultural appropriation, nothing might be safe to eat.
The prospect of being bi doesn't scare me. I still say cats just don't want to be bothered in general. They want to decide when to bother you, not the other way around.
I'm pretty sure they were adapted from the sausages in Germany, weren't they? Not appropriated, since none of this is appropriation, but adapted.
Did you ever say that in college? [Hey, a girl can be curious abouy bicuriosity!] Yeah, that sounds like a pretty good description of cats. At least the one my friend owns.
Totally appropiation and now I realize I can't even eat a hot dog again without using a german accent. [And with that, she gives a dramatic groan!]
What happens at Columbia stays at Columbia, Kate. No, in all seriousness, I'd be fine if I ever was attracted to a guy. I think the church has it wrong in that regard when people say it's a sin. And that's pretty much like the cats I've known. Not that I've had one personally.
I will go back to text to voice messaging you if you do.
I've never doubted that from you, Matt. I'm just being nosey about your college years, but of course you take things to a more meaningful conversation. [What? He was probably incredibly cute in college, even if age does favor a lot of guys. Now, Matt with another hot dude? Yes, she's gonna totally objectify that in her head.] Are you more of a duck person?
Betray me like that and I'm asking Peter to add accents to your phone.
It's just something I've thought a lot about, and you know my mind loves to overthink. Reconciling faith while also disagreeing with parts of how it's interpreted. On a lighter subject, I'll just say I had a lot of fun in college. I think I'm just an animal person in general. I always tried to sneak in pets but had to let them loose. I probably wanted a dog the most as a kid, but I think most kids want dogs.
I know and it makes sense. To be honest, it's one of the things that kinda made me not feel super comfy around the religion, but I get I was not being completely fair. [The institution does the things in a way, but the faith and the church's people are a different thing. Matt is living proof of that.] Yeah, not shocked to think you have stories. [She smiles.] I was desperate for a dog too. And a monkey.
I wanted a dolphin, too! [The enthusiasm in Matt's voice surprises him, but Kate's brought back delightful memories he'd forgotten.] I hadn't even seen a beach growing up, so being in the ocean with a dolphin sounded amazing. Plus I heard they're really smart, and I wanted a smart pet. I wanted an owl for the same reason - that, and because it made me think I'd then be a wizard like Merlin. [The Sword in the Stone Disney movie had run deep in his youth.]
It can't hurt to give him a heads up. I've been too busy to really stay in touch either, but I wanted to check in on him. I know he's been doing this a long time, but it's rough for everyone right now.
[It sure takes her aback. Like a wave, joy seems to flow right out of him and touches her in a way she had not expected. They've been through so much together since... Hell, she had not heard this much enthusiasm in Matt since Foggy died.]
Matthew the wizard would have been the cutest thing ever. [Oh, God, she so wants to get him a wizard bathrobe or something of that sort now. Would he be able to feel it? Maybe a robe with stars stitched to it. Fuck it, she can learn to sew and make it herself. How hard can it be?]
Also, we're adding this to our future holidays. Picture this: the Caribbean. Swimming with dolphins. Living our childhood dreams.
[It was silly. And dumb. She doubts he'll ever actually agree to go on a holiday together. But it's nice to dream.]
Yeah, that's a good point. But he's been having such a rough time lately too, Spider-Man has been doing extra hours. I didn't want him to, you know, think he can't take five minutes. [A beat.] But it can't hurt for him to know.
I liked all those legend and folk stories. Heroes and quests. Characters with destinies.
Have you been to the Caribbean before?
We can let him know and to stay on standby. I imagine he's monitoring Fisk's movements as much as he can, anyway. They have history, too. Who doesn't have history with Fisk at this point.
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Veggies taste great. If you don't think so then you haven't had them cooked well.
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Guess you'll have to prove it then.
[Of course she's had veggies. But it's so much fun arguing with him.]
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Vegetable curry it is.
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Of course you know how to make curry.
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I know how to make several curries. Who doesn't want to know how to make good curry?
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It's not a matter of not wanting, it's more a matter of who does.
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I have not seen any videos. Are these people sure it's not just that they're sticking a random object close to a cat's face? Nobody would like that.
It's not like it's hard to find recipes these days to try. You're always complaining I'm not online enough, but there are tons of recipes and videos there to learn from with cooking.
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Of course not, Matt! They're not sticking it close to the cat's face, they put the cucumbers behind them!
So you went for the cultural appropiation ones?
[She's SO messing with him.]
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Don't try and sully my pure culinary education, Kate. Or I can't cook for you.
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You can always cook a perfectly american burger.
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The hamburger has inspiration from dishes from other countries, so not even those, I'm afraid. If you're going to misuse the concept of cultural appropriation, nothing might be safe to eat.
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Okay, what about hot dogs? There's no way hot dogs are appropiated.
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I'm pretty sure they were adapted from the sausages in Germany, weren't they? Not appropriated, since none of this is appropriation, but adapted.
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Totally appropiation and now I realize I can't even eat a hot dog again without using a german accent. [And with that, she gives a dramatic groan!]
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I will go back to text to voice messaging you if you do.
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Betray me like that and I'm asking Peter to add accents to your phone.
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I regret introducing you two.
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You so don't regret it.
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I did not think ahead to the two of you teaming up against me.
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Yeah, well, it's not our fault if you miscalculated things, Matthew.
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Have you talked to him recently?
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To Pete? No, but I was thinking of reaching out. I've seen the news and he seemed busy. Should I tell him about the ball?
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It can't hurt to give him a heads up. I've been too busy to really stay in touch either, but I wanted to check in on him. I know he's been doing this a long time, but it's rough for everyone right now.
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Matthew the wizard would have been the cutest thing ever. [Oh, God, she so wants to get him a wizard bathrobe or something of that sort now. Would he be able to feel it? Maybe a robe with stars stitched to it. Fuck it, she can learn to sew and make it herself. How hard can it be?]
Also, we're adding this to our future holidays. Picture this: the Caribbean. Swimming with dolphins. Living our childhood dreams.
[It was silly. And dumb. She doubts he'll ever actually agree to go on a holiday together. But it's nice to dream.]
Yeah, that's a good point. But he's been having such a rough time lately too, Spider-Man has been doing extra hours. I didn't want him to, you know, think he can't take five minutes. [A beat.] But it can't hurt for him to know.
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Have you been to the Caribbean before?
We can let him know and to stay on standby. I imagine he's monitoring Fisk's movements as much as he can, anyway. They have history, too. Who doesn't have history with Fisk at this point.
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