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[The pink owner of Harmony Garden appears on the screen. Gaura has a smile on his face as he starts.]

It seems I might have gone a little overboard planting fruits and vegetables here at Harmony Garden. I was warned I probably had but in an effort to take care of the abundant harvest I've gone ahead and made a lot of pastries with what was grown for people to come take.

[He turns the camera to show off several delicious pastries. On a long, long table inside Harmony Garden. Okay maybe there's a lot more than just "several".]

They're free to anyone who comes to visit. Please take as many as you like. There's sweet and savory available and if you have questions about them when you come I'll be here to answer them.

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[Tay has slept late every day since arriving and today is no different. He shuffles into the kitchen wearing briefs, socks, and a pink sweater that belongs to Gaura. He has no idea if the camera is on or not.

Without paying much attention to his surroundings, he goes directly to the coffeemaker and pours a mug.]

[Luckily the camera isn't on inside. Just outside in the garden. So when he ends the recording to go inside, Tay's dignity is safe.

He offers Tay a smile and goes to get out the man's breakfast. Something light and filled with lots of fruits since he knows the man avoids carbs.]

There's pastries if you want any. I made a lot of them.

[One of these days, Tay is going to explain that fruits are also carbs, but he's a little less strict on those. For now, he's been grateful for all the ways Gaura has been accommodating his tastes.

He blinks and starts looking around noticing all the evidence a bunch of baking has been going on in here.]

Why?

I grew too many fruits and vegetables in the garden. Rather than let them go bad I baked them into pastries that I'm giving away for free for those who visit the nursery.

[A simple solution really.]

I know that fruit by itself follow your diet better but you're still welcome to everything I've made.

Oh.. okay.

[Seems reasonable. Sort of.]

But.. why for free? Couldn't you can them or have a bake sale or..

[He groans and rubs his temple.]

I forgot who I was talking to. If I were going to try just one, which would you recommend?

I don't really need the money honestly...

[Why not just invite people to enjoy them for free? And then they can see the garden too while they're here.]

Just one...

[Keeping things in mind like Tay only having one and also his diet, he slips outside then comes back with a pastry for him.]

This one. It's more a keto style and it will go well with the coffee.

I know, I know. You've told me. It's just.. I'm really not used to that kind of mindset. I'm learning though.

[At least, he is learning in theory that it's what his housemate believes. Tay, himself, will never miss the opportunity to build fortune. He has expensive tastes, even in this city.

He raises his eyebrows in surprise that there is a pastry Gaura thinks of right away. He's expecting some big donut or something terribly unhealthy. He resigns himself that he might have to take a bite now just to be polite.

Except, that's not what his friend brings back.]

It's keto?

[He looks uncertain for a moment before picking it up and sniffing it. It sure smells delicious- which almost makes him afraid to eat it. Tentatively, he takes a small bite.]

Oh.. this is really good. The filling is really light.

I've honestly lived with having so little for long enough I don't think about it anymore.

[Getting some coffee too, Gaura invites Tay to sit with him a bit. Does he mind that the man is wearing his sweater and no pants? Not at all. It's totally fine with him.]

I'm glad you like it. I made a few of them with you in mind so that if you wanted to try any you wouldn't have to have something heavy or overly sugary.

[He sips at his coffee, enjoying the warmth on his fingers.]

Sometimes you're not even real, Gaura dear.

[Gaura is really a unicorn, Tay is sure of it.

He joins his friend at the table. He's been slowly getting used to this kind of calm, friendly environment. It's strange, but he likes it. He shakes his head in disbelief as Gaura explains he made this particular pastry for him.]

Thank you, that's very sweet. If anyone else wants some of them though, don't hesitate to give them away. One should do it for me. Otherwise, I might end up like a real housecat, fat and lazy.

There's a lot of them. They'll get eaten. If you look out the window you'll actually see how much work was done.

[Gaura smiles at his friend, aware that Tay hasn't actually seen how big the table is. Or just how much he's done. A look out the window will give a clue, of course.]

I love to cook and bake. It was fun to make a variety of things to share with others.

[Tay gets up and peeks out the window. He gasps a bit at the spread.]

You did all of that?

[He turns back to give Gaura a 'you're crazy' expression. Who does this?]

I understand making a few treats for friends, but that doesn't seem extreme to you?

Hm? Not really. This way the food won't go to waste since I get enough customers coming here. And I'll know for next time that I won't need quite so much.

[He doesn't appear to notice the expression on Tay's face even though he's looking...directly at it.]

It's nice to be able to share what I have with others a bit.

I think I've finally figured out you, my friend.

[He snickers and comes closer. He reaches up and pats Gaura's cheek affectionately.]

You're crazy. But you're fabulous and cute, so you're allowed.

[He blinks then laughs softly.]

I suppose I am a little crazy. But you have to be to leave everything you have ever known to start a new life on your own, I suppose.

[Gaura smiles at Tay.]

Thank you though. I don't know what makes me fabulous or cute but I appreciate the compliment.

Are you meaning when you ran away from home? What happened with that?

[Gaura might not ask nosy questions, but Tay sure does. That's why he's the premier 'in the know' guy back home.]

My parents had a difficult time raising me. To spare them the trials of being around me and having to be miserable watching out for me I left. I was only sixteen at the time but I figured if I lied about my age then I could make it.

[And his parents never looked for him. So he assumes he was right and they are better off without him around.]

[He frowns and makes a sympathetic hum.]

I'm sorry. That wasn't an option for me, even though half my family would've preferred I wasn't there. Well.. okay, only two people in my family like me. The rest..

[He shrugs.]

I'm not exactly what my father thought of when he thought 'son', if you know what I mean. My older brother was his perfect soldier and me.. not so much. You survive however you can, right?

There's nothing to be sorry about. If living without me is easier for them then that's fine. I'll be able to find my own way in life.

[He sips his coffee a bit as he looks out the window.]

Honestly I think you're wonderful as you are. Everyone has their on things that make them unique and that's what keeps the world so interesting.

Why do you think having you was a burden to them at all? I can't imagine it would be.

[He smiles softly, glad someone thinks so.]

My father used to say I was as useful as a daughter.

[It had always hurt to hear that, but from what Tay could tell, the women tended to be the ones who stayed alive.]

Our community is backwards are far as gender roles, so that is far from a compliment. But! I have a boyfriend from a strong family and he protects me.

No? That's kind of you. But I suppose they just didn't know how to take care of my needs or how to adjust to having a child like me.

[He shrugs some.]

I like hoping they have a new child now and a happier life.

[He watches Tay a moment, wondering what emotions might be on his face.]

I'm glad that you have someone in your world. It's comforting to have that. To know they're there.

What do you mean your needs? Because you were gay? That's terrible! I hope they don't and that they regret ever letting you go! The bastards!

[His grip on the mug tightens with anger, but he tries to reign it back. But wouldn't it be nice if his father and brother and Gaura's parents were in a plane that crashed in some horrific way?

It's difficult but his mind is pulled back from that daydream to their current conversation. He, personally, would use the word 'necessary' instead of comforting, but he supposes it is that too.]

Mm-hm. That it is. It's difficult here without him, but you and Henry help so much.

Oh. I'm not gay at all. I'd say that I'm probably closer to being bisexual or pan.

[Though he supposes that would be a challenge for some parents too. It's not like he had any lasting relationships in high school before dropping out to find out. Or ever until Henry.]

I'm glad we can help. You're a friend here now so I'll always do whatever I can to be there for you. You have my word.

Oh okay.

[He'd meant it in more of the general term, but it's good to know his friend's preferences.

He does notice that Gaura has side stepped his question again so he lets it go. He doesn't need to know the reason behind his awful parents being terrible human beings.]

You're a sweetheart, thank you.

[He looks back at the table full of pastries.]

I should probably go get dressed before too many people show up looking for treats here, shouldn't I? Thanks for the nibble.

As long as you stay inside no one will easily be able to see you if you want to stay comfortable.

[He smiles warmly and finishes his coffee before going to the sink to rinse the cup.]

If you want more later there's a couple boxes over there so you don't have to go into the garden if you don't want to.

[He doesn't really respond as he retreats. His heart hurts too much thinking about Time and his family. He'd shared too much and he wants to run away from it as fast as possible.

His door to his bedroom shuts even before Gaura is done talking.]

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