labbrasangue:

What a gasp to leave Helen. She nearly stops in her walk to gawk at the fellow—“no processed sugars? Am I to believe you do not eat pastries…? Ever???”

Even if Helen was a nurse, she had rather unhealthy habits that revolved around delicious cakes and strudel. It was unthinkable that someone would avoid such heavenly foods—especially one at Shiryu’s age.

“I am heartbroken.” she jokes, feigning a dramatic sigh.

“Very well, Shiryu. I am sure we could find a diner that will accommodate your tastes.” She winds her arm around his and gives it a gentle tug.

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                                                                                                     ^{At her initial} SHOCK ^{the saint shook his head. ❛ I don’t eat them from a store, no. I tend to MAKE MY OWN–well, I used to. I use FRUIT EXTRACT as a sweetener instead. It’s healthier for you that way & I find it to be better. ❜}

                                                                                                 ^{Plus, it didn’t have him} BOUNCING OFF THE WALLS & CRASHING ^{in the long run. The other saints were more partial to the treats of the outside world & although he would} INDULGE ^{with them when it came to junk food, things such as} SOFT DRINKS, CAKES & CANDY ^{were halted before they even made it to his mouth.}

                                                                                               ^{There was a laugh. Oh, did he UPSET her? ❛ There is no need to} ACCOMMODATE ^{for me, Tutch-san. A salad works just fine for me. We can even go to a cafe if you like; I can have a MUFFIN if that will soothe your worry. ❜}