RC9GN Randicon One Shotz AU (2)

Rainy Date

"Dangit, it's raining right now." Randy groaned as he looked through his window. The rain pours down from the sky as it fills the soil with water. The boy sighed and walks downstairs to see Nomi still meditating on the floor. How on Earth does this being managed to meditate without having to deal with loud thunders and sudden lightning?

"Sorry, Nomi. It's raining right now so we can't do our date at the park..." Randy said and sat down next to Nomi, trying not to bother the redhead with their meditation. Nomi gave Randy a soft smile and ruffles his hair gently. They knew Randy wanted to make their date special but there's nothing both can do with nature's rules.

"It's okay, Randy. We can always have our date outside next time. Perhaps we can do something indoors to spend some time." They say gently, caressing Randy's cheeks with love and care. Randy purred in contentment and got an idea for their indoor activities. Since Howard is all the way to Italy with his family, this is the perfect time to do what he always wanted to do.

"Nomi, what do you think about culinary art?" Randy asked with a small smirk. Nomi chuckles at the question, such a topic.

"I do think it's a wonderful skill for anyone to try. Why?" They asked, looking at the smaller boy who seemed excited. A bit too excited.

"Well, I was thinking we could cook something together! Howard thinks it's too cheesy but since he's in Italy with his family, we can finally do it! Oh, that is if you want to of course." Randy said, scratching his head a bit from his sudden excitement. Nomi smiled at the young ninja's attitude, bonks his head gently, and picks him up in a cradle position.

"I would love that idea." They simply said, and proceed to bring Randy to the kitchen. They decided to make a simple menu as a beginner's guide for cooking. A simple mac and cheese dish, but with hints of spice since Nomi enjoys spicy food. Probably from the wasabi.

They both started cooking the dish and everything went smoothly, but the two of them accidentally added too much chilly powder. Nomi doesn't mind, but Randy has his mind in the grave.

"Oh boy... This is gonna be bad for my stomach." Randy said as Nomi serves the food. The Mac and cheese are more... Red than yellow or orange. As red as a hot flaming Cheeto.

"It's okay, Randy. It's only chilly powder, it's not that spicy compared to wasabi." Nomi remembered how Randy reacted to wasabi after mistaking it to be a small served ice cream. Randy had trouble talking for a few days.

"I know but... It's still spicy." Randy said, looking at the food before putting a spoonful of it in his mouth. It was okay for 10 seconds. Nomi thought that Randy can handle it so they eat it themselves. He then heard a voice yelling.

Randy got some milk immediately.

The ninja drank the milk straight from the container and breathes heavily. Nomi felt bad for him. This boy can't eat spicy food. This is only mediocre spiciness.

"Are you okay there, Randy?" Nomi asked gently, petting the boy to soothe him. Randy nods his head and looks down in guilt.

"I'm sorry, Nomi. I can't handle spicy food at all... I bet you think I'm weak." Randy said, pushing the bowl away from him and placing his head on the table. Nomi sighed and ruffled Randy's hair gently.

"Babe, you're not weak. I had hard times digesting spicy stuff since I was a kid. In my culture, it's normal to eat spicy food since 6 years old. Over time I can handle it. I'm sure you can handle it too. You can do it." Nomi said gently.

"But, that doesn't mean you have to eat it every day. Take some time with it, alright? Don't force yourself." Randy smiled at Nomi's words. They always have good reasoning for Randy to listen.

"Thanks, Nomi. I appreciate that. Um, is it okay if-"

"I'll finish it for you, don't worry about it," Nomi said and finished the meal easily. Well, they have been living for 800 years. Naturally, they have a better spice tolerance than Randy.

"How about we watch TV for now? Wanna watch that new movie?" Nomi asked Randy who smiled a bit.

"Sure, let's do that." Randy walks to the living room and opened the streaming service. Nomi meanwhile made hot cocoa with whipped cream on top and some tea. They brought the drinks back to the living room and gave Randy the cocoa.

"Thanks, Nomi. Your hot cocoa is always the best." Randy said and drank it happily. Nomi nods and sat next to Randy, sipping their tea calmly while watching a movie. Soon, Randy slowly fell asleep on Nomi's shoulder, causing the redhead to smile and sleep with him as well.

Isn't it a lovely date?