Chapter 544

Chapter 544

Heeeey Verbum, Ben said as he snuck behind the other summoned, making the man jump.nove(l)bi(n.)com

Uh, damn it, why are you here this time? He sighed. No, I get it, youre here to find out about your newest title, right?

You got it, bestie, do you mind?

We arent besties! We arent even friends!

Verbum, that hurts so much to hear. Arent we fellow otherworlders? Didnt we bond on our little adventure together? Come on, Im a sweet guy, give in to my friendship.

You only show up when you want something and then leave. How the hell is that a friend?

That stopped Ben from teasing. It was entirely right. Ben only came to the library when he needed something, it wasnt to be friendly and social, he could see why that would be obnoxious, even if he did want to have a good relationship with the other, though Verbum was happy to take that second of silence to try and dismiss him.

Here, Ill go through it quick so get out of my hair already.

The passing information told Ben he was right on both fronts about the title, it giving him an easier time when it came to helping train people as well as awakening them, but he couldnt help but look a bit deeper than that.

With the connection up, Ben could feel a bit of loneliness from the other before him, only made worse by his constant worries.

It was a feeling Ben understood well enough, so he decided to do something small for the sake of being kind, even if the means of making it happen would be frowned on by anyone.

As discreetly as he could, Ben reached into Verbums mind, searching into his past memories to see and experience what he could of the others old world as a small surprise came together.

Alright, Ill head out soon but first, are you going to be here tomorrow or are you off doing something with Killi?

Youd have to ask her. Why, what are you going to try and make me do?

Nothing, Ive got a small surprise in mind for you, trust me, youre going to love it.

Im not a book to be loaned out!

Yes, but socializing more would be good for your emotional development and Ben likes you. Its nothing but a positive for you to join him.

Ha, well Ill keep that in mind but thats not why I dragged him down here, Ben said cheerily, surprising Verbum and leaving him to wonder what the actual reason could have been before he went on. Killi, I know eating is generally just allowed in the cafe but is it okay in your office?

Hmm? As long as youre careful I suppose. Why?

I made you guys some food, I was hoping youd enjoy it.

It was from there Ben pulled out a few boxes of food hed spent the night cooking, all of it still warm thanks to the enchantments on his spatial bag that slowed down the flow of time within it.

To Killi, it seemed like just a surprising, although lovely, meal, but Verbum saw something different. Each of them was a recipe from his homeworld he had loved, looking perfect in their presentation and smelling the part as well.

He felt emotions welling up inside him as he reached out to pull from the first dish to have a bite, finding the taste perfectly matching his memories when hed never thought hed get to have it again and felt tears welling in his eyes.

How did you do this?

Ah, I picked up some passing thoughts in your mind so I decided to do my best to replicate them for you was all. After all, cooking falls under crafting and you happen to be lucky enough to know the best craftsman on the planet. I figured it would be a nice way to show I appreciate you helping me out, so what do you think?

The pleiaden didnt say another word, instead just enjoying the food while tears fell down his face, remembering a home he had lost as his teacher just rubbed his back.

Killi gave Ben an appreciative smile and after a bit, Verbum managed to squeeze out a single word.

Thanks.

Dont mention it, I know how nice it can be to get a taste of home. Ive got all the recipes recorded for you too so if you have any cooks they should be able to make them easily enough, even if they might have to go through a few gates to get some of the more unique ingredients but Ill hand it off when were done. For now though, lets dig in while its fresh.

He handed a plate to Killi, letting her also sample everything before Ben took his own and they all enjoyed just a bit of time over a peaceful meal, forgetting all of the other problems in the world for just a bit.