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[franciscoramon]

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[causational]

[It's not just 'wants to celebrate his birthday with him' - it's a lot more than that. It's everything Cisco does for him and how much he cares about doing it.]

Okay, okay, fine.

Hm. That's a tough question. This might sound weird, but maybe something from your culture? Something I've never tried.

I don't know. Who would we even invite? I guess Caitlin and Arya, maybe Caroline...

I don't know if anyone else would want to come.

[franciscoramon]

i think i can manage that

[ True, he doesn't know what Eddie has and hasn't tried, but he knows a few dishes that his mom always made that you couldn't really get at any restaurants he'd been to in Central City. Cisco would need to do some looking around for ingredients today, but he's going to be out finding presents and other supplies anyway. Suddenly his schedule just got a whole lot busier. ]

that's your call, eddie! i'm sure lots of people would love to, the question is how big a deal you want it.

[causational]

Yeah? That's awesome. :) I'm really excited to try it.

Are you gonna surprise me?

I...don't know. Maybe a little gathering, with a few people and some drinks? Whoever you think might like to come. I don't really feel like being the center of a lot of attention and I don't need presents or anything seriously, but some dinner might be nice. Maybe I could fire up the barbecue or something, and we could have some beers?

[franciscoramon]

i was thinking about it.

oh i'm definitely getting you presents, but we can always open most of those after everyone goes home.
and you better be prepared to be the center of my attention at the very least. 😘
barbecue would be dope you know i'm aways down for that

[causational]

I'd like that. I think I'd like anything you cooked me.

You spoil me, you know that?
Seriously. Best boyfriend.

And you know I never mind being the center of your attention. ;)

Alright. If we're actually doing this, then just let me know. I'll make those burgers you like, and some steak.

[And he feels a little self-conscious and silly about it but...he's excited about this.]

[franciscoramon]

cool, traditionally prepared calf brains coming right up

(i'm just kidding, i would never)

[ He doesn't spoil Eddie, not really. But he sure is going to, for his makeup birthday. He's already brainstorming things that he can give him. Things he knows Eddie likes - things that Eddie might be too embarrassed to get for himself or not even realize he wanted. ]

oh, we're doing this. day after tomorrow. it's on.

[ That's enough time for Cisco to make all the preparations and let all the potential guests know, but soon enough that Eddie won't have to wait. ]

[causational]

Oh wow, is that seriously a traditional dish?

(I'd try it, for the record. I've eaten chicken feet and congealed cow's blood rolled in peanuts on a stick, I'm willing to try anything.)

Alright. I'll make sure not to have any plans.

[And, a few moments later.]

Thank you, Cisco. You're really good to me.

[franciscoramon]

breaded and fried, better believe it.

ok i would totally make it and indulge your adventurous gustatory side but i've never actually cooked it before and i'd be kind of worried about messing it up and giving you some kind of horrible disease neither of us have heard of, or you know just making it really gross, so maybe we can save that one for some other day.

but there will be plenty of other stuff you've never had, i bet. trust me.

it's no trouble.

i'm just sorry it'll be a little late.

[causational]

Sounds like that would be a really interesting texture, not gonna lie. Have you tried it?

And I'm looking forward to whatever you make. I just really like the idea of trying your cooking.

Don't be sorry. It isn't your fault, and I really, really don't mind.

[franciscoramon]

yeah i've had it. it's not awful or anything but it's kinda slimy for my taste. at least it's not as gross as liver.

it is kind of a classic romantic thing, isn't it? cooking for my man 😉

[causational]

Slimy? Really? I thought it'd be kind of rubbery.

You don't like liver? I actually don't mind it. But I really do not like cooked onions, in big chunks? That is slimy.

I feel like I should be ashamed of how much I like the sound of that.

[franciscoramon]

both? can something be both at the same time? idk maybe my palate is not sophisticated or whatever but i'm just not that into offal.

i don't think i've ever met an onion i didn't like. but i'll keep that in mind and cut up the onions extra small in the [DISH NAME REDACTED]

maybe i'll put on a cute apron and send you a selfie while i'm putting something in the oven. you know, just kind of lean in to the cheesiness.

[causational]

Yes, something absolutely can be both. Believe me. I've been going to dim sum for years and I've tried everything there. And it's not really about a sophisticated palate, it's just taste.

I love how they taste, but they feel gross.

Oh my god. I'd set it as my phone wallpaper. And you know, if you ever want a picture of me cooking for my man, you can snap away. ;)

[franciscoramon]

always ready with a diplomatic answer 😚

i feel like i'm learning this whole other side of you. there any other food aversions i should know about? wouldn't want to ruin your birthday.

well now i'm definitely doing it. and i'll remember that. 📸

[causational]

One of the best skills I've picked up through dealing with Joe and Iris all at once.

Oh. No, not really. I have an extremely mild citrus allergy but I eat it all the time anyway.

Alright. I'll make sure to look extra cute next time I bake you cupcakes.

[franciscoramon]

it's a great skill and i know bc i've never come CLOSE to having it. you wouldn't believe some of the faux pas. you wouldn't B E L I E V E.

that's badass.

i like how you say that as if you don't look totally cute literally all the time.

[causational]

Oh believe me, I know about faux pas. Mostly when I'm not thinking though, when I'm on the ball, I can be pretty good. You should tell me some stories though.

Badass? Really? I would say you have low standards if I didn't know better.

And I don't. You've seen me looking pretty awful.

[franciscoramon]

way back in the early days we had our first non-barry non-psycho metahuman at star labs and she asked if anyone else had been changed and i said something like 'no one as hot as you' or something like that and caitlin immediately threatened to lobotomize me

also basically any time i have spoken to captain singh literally ever. it's like a gift. a horrible, embarrassing gift.

yeah but see what you don't get is you're one of those obnoxious people who looks gorgeous even when you're miserable.

[causational]

Oh my god. I don't blame Caitlin.

You're cute enough to get away with it, though, honestly. I mean look at you.

Are you kidding me? Have you ever seen me after the gym before I shower???

[franciscoramon]

wow so much for loyalty i see how it is.
(..........naw i don't blame you tbh it was supposed to come out funny & a bit flirty but it was just creepy and SUPER awkward.)

whether or not that's true, captain singh is 100% immune to cuteness.

yes, yes i have 😍

[causational]

Well, you can say that kind of thing to me any time and I'll just blush. How's that for loyalty?

You think?

Oh my god, I am not hot when I'm disgusting and sweaty from the gym.

[franciscoramon]

point.

maybe with the exception of his husband.

you don't get to tell me what i find hot. maybe i like you a lil sweaty sometimes

[causational]

You got it. Pretty sure his husband could get away with anything.

Seriously? Gross.

[franciscoramon]

okay a) don't judge; b) you look cute in your workout clothes; c) there's way grosser things to be a lil into than a hot dude who is a bit hot and messy from going to the gym.

[causational]

Okay fine. Workout sweat is way less gross than like, hot day sweat. I can KIND OF see how it's a little sexy. Compromise.

I guess it's sort of like how I love how you look when you first wake up in the morning all groggy with messy hair and pressure lines from the pillow on your face.