[ we've had two (2) kitchen threads so far including this one okay do not @ me. but yes, she does indeed remember that line, how could she not? ]
I suppose this time you're the one giving me sweets instead.
[ but then, hilda knows she can come to marianne for anything... even if she's had to rely on hilda and lorenz at first. but marianne is determined to find her footing, if only so that she can try to contribute. finding a job has helped a little, at least; she'll just have to find a way to do something nice in return.
but before that, tea time. ]
Then, maybe we can have half of them and save the rest for next time? [ hey, look at her, planning ahead. ] I think they should be able to keep for a few days.
[Hilda did indeed do the legwork this time! It's amazing what the thought of Marianne's smile can spur her to actually do—but yes, yes. Tea time.]
That sounds perfect.
[A bright smile, then, before Hilda turns to rummage through one of Marianne's cupboards without even bothering to ask. Something, something, friendship. They need a plate for these macarons; as she raises up on her tiptoes, making a grab for the perfectly sized platter, she's just doing her part.]
I always like spending time with you, [she says, like it's the most obvious thing in the world—because it should be.] I mean, Lorenz and Claude are fun, but it's better when we're together. And I was worried about you.
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I suppose this time you're the one giving me sweets instead.
[ but then, hilda knows she can come to marianne for anything... even if she's had to rely on hilda and lorenz at first. but marianne is determined to find her footing, if only so that she can try to contribute. finding a job has helped a little, at least; she'll just have to find a way to do something nice in return.
but before that, tea time. ]
Then, maybe we can have half of them and save the rest for next time? [ hey, look at her, planning ahead. ] I think they should be able to keep for a few days.
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That sounds perfect.
[A bright smile, then, before Hilda turns to rummage through one of Marianne's cupboards without even bothering to ask. Something, something, friendship. They need a plate for these macarons; as she raises up on her tiptoes, making a grab for the perfectly sized platter, she's just doing her part.]
I always like spending time with you, [she says, like it's the most obvious thing in the world—because it should be.] I mean, Lorenz and Claude are fun, but it's better when we're together. And I was worried about you.
[She's just sayin'.]