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( at the farm )

( It was odd to think that she'd been there before considering that Ana had no memory of it, but her conversations had been proof enough. Ana trusted Jack, and what he had told her sounded right -- it sounded like her. It left her now settling in, and finding a new way to live given what was in front of her.

It had been a long time since Ana had had something that she would consider a home, somewhere to be settled and find comfort. There was a part of her that didn't like it, the part that was reminded of retirement, but that thought was being ignored. This wasn't retirement. They may not be home but there were still jobs to do, including getting back to where they should be. If it meant finding work until that happened then Ana was happy to do that.

Though Ana isn't often home during the day, out discovering the planet instead, when she can be found there it's often not in one place. The land around is expansive, and often with her sniper for comfort Ana can be found walking it. Other time she's found somewhere to sit, cup of tea in her hand, and perhaps a thought to share )

( a spot of tea )

( The planet has a lot to be discovered, and not solely because it's quite alien. There's much that is familiar, which didn't take Ana long to work out, and it's helped as she's mapped her way around the place. Some days she stays in R2 with others venturing further out. It's something to do until she finds work, and Ana would like a solid knowledge of the planet there first.

She also needs to figure out where to put her skills, and that's something that Ana thinks a little over tea. Reinhardt and Lucio had both shown her wonderful places to find tea, and she's (a little too) quickly becoming a regular there )

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[During construction of his own tea house, Venom's out and about, searching for ideas and inspiration. He caught wind of a few places between regions, so he checks them out, tasting and seeing what the people want.

A few hours into it, Venom's tried at least twenty teas. He should be sick of it, but he's still going strong. His next stop is a quaint shop on the corner. An older woman seems to be enjoying her cup, and whatever it is, it smells heavenly.

Normally, he's the type to leave people with their tea and go about his business, but the smell piques his curiosity too much.]

I apologize for interrupting, but what kind of tea is that?

[They settle in, sort of. Jack isn't sure if he'll ever stop being restless in a place like this, forced into domesticity (or something like it), but he busies himself with what he can, taking security and bodyguard and mercenary work, maintaining their recently-acquired home in his spare time. He hadn't spent very long without Ana, but after losing her for more than half a decade, any time away from her now seems almost unbearable. Sure, she doesn't remember her first stint on the Moira or everything that happened before, but he doesn't remember what she experienced back home, so he guesses they're even in that regard.

Still leaves them both with a lot of blanks to fill in, and no matter how much this feels like retirement, Jack is just glad to have the time with her.

He returns from a quick job to find her out on the porch, teacup in hand, and that thing in his chest that he didn't know was still there twists a little. Loath as he is to think about something like retirement, maybe something like this isn't all bad--or at least, he can deal with it for a little while. No more than he has to.]

Busy day?

( The interruption is not an unpleasant one, and looking up Ana gives him a welcoming nod )

Karkade, or so they tell me. The blend is not quite the same but it passes.

( Ana takes her tea quite seriously, though considering that they're on an alien planet she can be a little forgiving. She makes a gesture to the pot that she has )

I have enough for a second cup.

( It's possibly the best case scenario that they could have for retirement, or the closest that Ana would really be happy with for it. It's a little too comfortable of a life given what they're used to, but they're still together, and they can still be useful. Some parts of it feel a little satisfying, though the mind numbing parts of an empty day reminded her of what this really was.

Her head tips up as Jack's footsteps announce his approach, and she takes a sip of tea before responding )

In some ways.

( It was not 'busy' but there had been plenty of thinking involved, and she did have a lot to consider and reconcile. Being here once before, the knowledge of what had just been about to happen at home, her relationships (or failing ones) with her friends and daughter. Ana had left herself much to do )

Though I may have sat here longer than I planned, now I think of it.

( She wasn't sat there when Jack left but it may have been an hour too long that she's been outside for )

[His eyes brighten up a bit when she tells him what kind it is. It's a type he's been wanting to try but never got around to it. So when she offers the second cup, he's practically beaming.]

A-are you sure?

[He says as he's pulling up a chair. She's not the only one who takes tea seriously.]

( Ana's already removed the second cup from the tray by the time he pulls out the chair, pouring just enough into the cup for him to try, though her hands are still on the teapot ready to pour a full cup should he enjoy it )

It is not quite so sweet as it should be, but it is still good.

[Needless to say, Venom cannot wait to try. He brings the cup to his lips for a taste. Soon the empty cup's nudged towards her for more. Please.]

It's a bit stronger than I expected, but still very good. I appreciate you letting me try it.

( There's a satisfied smile that Ana gives at his response, and she quickly refills the cup up )

It will be the flower they use here. I don't expect that they have the same as it is usually made with, but I am pleased you enjoyed it.

[Once it's refilled, he's taking another sip. Not having the right flower doesn't seem to bother him in the slightest.]

It makes sense. I wouldn't mind trying to create a similar blend to this.

[Slowly, the inner tea nerd starts to show through.]

Do you come to this shop often?

[Jack has to divest himself of his gear before he can sit next to her, so he starts that while they talk. He rests his gun against the side of the house, then starts unbuckling his harnesses, peeling off belts and armor until he's finally removing his jacket and mask and visor, looking a little bit more like a real person.]

Not a bad thing.

[Even if they're both loath to call this some kind of retirement. He knows full well the dangers of complacency. Freed of his body armor and gear, he leans against the railing, looking out on the front yard.]

It's a lot to take in.

[Meaning he doesn't blame her if she just wants a few quiet hours to herself.]

[It's been a long time coming - frankly, making the neighborly rounds to introduce himself is hugely overdue. He's been moved in and settled for over a month now. But, better late than never, and Hawke's making up for his lapse with homemade sweet potato pie.

When he doesn't get an answer at the house, he sidles off to have a quick peek around the property, undeterred by the ominous NO TRESPASSING warning. Worse comes to worse he can leave the pie on the doorstep with a note, but he'd really prefer to hand it over in person if possible.

It's not long before he sees a woman apparently enjoying a cup of tea not too far from the house, so he approaches, baked good in hand, with his usual friendly grin.]

Hello! Sorry if I'm intruding; I won't stay long! I'm just coming round to introduce myself. I live down at Number 11 - my name's Hawke.

It is only my second time, but I have just arrived.

( Just arrived and getting her priorities sorted, though there are many things you can do sat with a cup of tea )

I would like to try yours if you do make one.

( There's a nod, and Ana lowers her cup, keeping her hands on it. It had been a lot to take in, and some of it had seemed ridiculous -- would have been, had she not been able to believe the person that had given her the information )

It shouldn't take too long for it to settle.

( For her to have it straight in her head. Getting all of the matters calmer and repaired would take a lot longer, but she's not trying to minimise them -- she knows the stakes, always has )

Where did you go?

( Just to explore or to one of the other planets? )

Just arrived?

[It looks like the Ingress still likes to bring in people randomly and not just on the Moira.]

Once I gather more ingredients, I plan on opening a shop like this. Perhaps you can help me perfect the blend.

[Because he's not about to pass up a fellow tea person.]

[He nods--above all other things, the two of them are adaptable. Jack just wonders how adaptable to something like domesticity, but really there's no way to determine that until they've existed in it for a while.

Hopefully he won't go stir-crazy before then. At least they'll go stir-crazy together.]

Had a security gig.

[And those will take him all over the place. It's not ideal, but it's better than settling down--or whatever this is supposed to be, anyway. Jack imagines that Ana will start taking jobs herself sooner rather than later.]

Trying to keep busy.

I am no expert.

( Just a very avid tea drinker, with very strong opinions on what is acceptable for tea. Okay, Ana )

But if you request it I will see what I can do. I can say that a shop would be a good thing.

( First customer right here )

( Ana's exploration of the region hadn't included visiting her neighbours, unless you included barging into Angela's. The interruption isn't unwelcome, with Ana merely passing some time in thought on this particular occasion.

She gives him a brief smile, lowering her cup a little as she turns more to face him. There's a few seconds where Ana looks him over, taking in a brief impression -- and seeing what he's holding, before she responds )

I'm Ana. I did not realise so many of the farms were occupied.

( She would have had she ventured that way )

I'm glad there are options for it.

( Though honestly they'd probably be able to make their own trou- busy work if there wasn't. Neither of them were the sitting around type )

I dread to think what you would have done otherwise.

( Because it wouldn't be full time farming, even if he knew how to do it. That was too much of Jack of the past )

Same thing I always do whenever you're not around.

[Jack sits down next to her with something of a wry grin. She knows full well his capacity for getting himself into reckless or dangerous situations even when she was a constant presence, watching his back.]

Get in trouble.

[No trespassing? Well, whatever. It's not like Lavellan hasn't pulled this off before. Generally people don't notice one or two fruits missing from their trees, if he's careful about it.

He has to go for fruit, because it's one of the few things easy to eat with one hand, and he can store the seeds to cultivate his own. He's lucky this time: it doesn't look like anybody's home, so he can poke through the trees unhindered. He's even brought his staff along to help. Not exactly what it's used for, but he's managed not to explode anything so far.

Then his luck runs out: when he pokes around through the branches, he hears buzzing.

Oh, no.

He has a vivid flash of Sera's horrible bee grenades and fully realizes what kind of trouble he's gotten himself in. Well, good thing he has the staff. He'll just have to ruin his no-explosions track record.

He takes a few steps back and prepares to lob a fireball at the first sign of bee. Sorry, tree, your sacrifice will be remembered. He's focused enough on it that he probably won't notice someone approaching behind him.]

Yeah, it's a surprisingly popular vocation around here. Although I kind of suspect the "rent free" clause in the farm contract might have something to do with it.

Anyway, It's nice to meet you, Ana. I come bearing neighborly baked goods.

[He brandishes the aforesaid pie.

And by "brandishes" we mean he proffers it politely so that she can see what he's talking about.]

Would you like me to leave it with you here? Or drop it off at the house on my way back?

That is all right. I'm just glad I found someone else who enjoys tea.

[Hopefully his space fruit ingredients won't offend her senses.]

A shop wasn't the first thing on my mind, but I wanted to share my knowledge of tea with others.

( There's a small shake of her head because Ana knows that it's true, though she doesn't expect her being around to stop that from happening. Even she can't control Jack Morrison )

It can't have been so troublesome. You still have your limbs.

( There's a chuckle in her words, though it would take a lot of trouble for Jack to suffer, she also knows )

I might need to find my own trouble. It would just be boring otherwise.

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