The Kitchen

*looks over*
*smiles*
Not really!
As long as it tastes good, I'm fine with whatever!

*glances over to smile at Dora, who coos and laughs*

-smiles-

Sounds like Pandora likes that idea as well. I do too.

-walks over and dumps Alfredo noodles into boiling water-
-slightly brushes against Rizzo-
-blushes-

Excuse! I am sorry.

-grabs a pan to heat up Alfredo sauce-

^_^ I think she does like the idea!
*laughs a bit*

*freezes*
It's fine.

*thinks* You don't have to be sorry....

-smiles-

Is there any thing else we desire with dinner tonight?

-pauses-

Or only noodles, sauce and chicken?

-stirs the noodles and sauce-

*smiles*
I'm not sure what else. I think this will be enough.
*pushes stray strands of hair from face*
*goes to lean against counter*

*notices she's watching him, blushes, and looks away*

-puts chicken and bread into preheated over-
-looks over and smiles-
-looks away quickly-

-thinks-
I have not felt like this in a long while..

*smiles still blushing*
*clears throat*
How long were planning on staying?

Hopefully forever?
Why am I even thinking this?

*looks over to watch Pandora, trying to distract self*

I do not know to be honest. I was planning on staying until Jumpy kicked me out but I have no where else to go. All my family is dead and I am the last living person to continue on the name. Hopefully she does not mind me staying here.

-thinks-
I would not mind staying here..

-stirs noodles and sauce-
-pulls bread and chicken out of oven-

I think our dinner is almost finished.

*turns to reach into cupboards to get plates*
*gets forks from drawer*
Ah, I see.
Well, you're welcome to stay as long as you need or want.

I doubt Jumpy would kick you out, though. She really has a soft heart.
*smiles over at him*

-smiles-

Thank you! I am glad she does and the family here is welcoming of new people. I have truly been enjoying my time here so far.

-thinks-
And my time with you.

-grabs cups from cub board-

What would you like to drink?

*smiles*
Well, I'm glad that you have. Although I think I've hogged you a bit.
*smiles and blushes*
Did I really just say that aloud? Geez...

*pauses*
Oh, uhm... there should be some grape juice in the fridge. I'd like that, please.

He's such a gentleman. Definitely a difference...

-smiles and looks over-

You do not see me complaining about that.

-laughs-
-goes to fridge and pulls out grape juice-
-pours into both glasses-
-puts back in fridge-

-Walks in-
Greetings Rizzo. Hello Christian. My name is Melan. How do you do?
-Views the scene-

*brings in Dante*
*fixes bottle*
Hello Melan.
Rizzo, Pandora, Christian.
*nods*

You and I must have our match some day, Angelo.
-Smiles-

*laughs*
Oh, we will.
I'm set on it.
*sets Dante down and supports with legs*

-Reaches into the cupboard for something to eat-
-Settles on a Granola bar-
-Sits next to Angelo-
-Takes a moment to look at Rizzo-
Sounds like a plan, my friend.

*bounces Dante on knee and smiles*
So, where have you been lately, Melan?

Eh, you know how it is. Things tear you different directions for a time. Things finally slowed down again that I could return. I had a few things to attend to.
Ah, and look at him. He's getting so big!
-Makes a funny face-

*chuckles*
He is.
And he spoke this morning.
He won't do it now, but I swear on God and Mary he did.

-nods in acknowledgment-

Hello Angelo and Melan.
I am doing well, thank you. How are you doing?

-serves food on two plates-
-places one in front of Rizzo and sits down next to her-
-ruffles Pandora's hair again-
-smiles at Rizzo-

I am fine, thank you. Busy, as I said. But slowing down.
-Smiles-

*stays silent*
*smiles at Christian as he sets down plate*
*starts to eat, observing*

Why do I feel angry that they invaded the kitchen? Urgh, so frustrating.

*hears a thud from upstairs*
*raises an eyebrow*
Rizzo, could you watch Dante for a moment?
I think I'll check that the younger Catania hasn't broken anything.
*goes upstairs*

*smiles*
Sure no problem!
Take your time.

*eats more of the alfredo*