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[Hello, Luceti Residents.

Guess what? Someone turned Seventh Heaven inside out criminally early in the morning, meaning even the staff will be in for a surprise. There are tables and chairs grouped together in front of the restaurant, shielded from the sun by large umbrellas. That in itself is odd, but the real attention-grabber is how much food some of the tables are holding. Dinner platters, breakfast feasts, desserts, finger foods, and everything in-between - it's all right there, protected from bugs with see-through plastic covers. And right in front of this mouth-watering display is a sign:

Take What You Can Eat.

Really. There's even a stack of plates and silverware, along with some carry-home boxes in case anyone wants to shove their fridge full of leftovers. Dump the dirty plates in a bin off to the side; he ~~his workers~~ will get to it later. And should the gluttons of Luceti lay siege to the feast, no worries; Sanji's captain is Luffy, after all. He'll be replenishing the tables well into the afternoon, along with any other chefs who might be working that day.

Whether you see him inside the restaurant, bustling around the kitchen like a man possessed, or spot him outside restocking the food, everyone will find the Head Chef in a... really good mood for someone who took a few days off to recover from the trauma that is your AU self "dying". He's just all heart-filled smiles and affectionate ass-whooping, depending on your sex.

... Clearly he's gone mad. B|

And then later, journal announcement! Because why not:]

Oi, for anyone who didn't see -- [He turns his journal camera to the food display, sounding exceedingly pleased with himself.] Take what you can eat! There's plenty for everyone. If not, I'll have to make Luffy finish off the rest, and we wouldn't want that. [A-aha]

And for anyone who's interested, I'm looking for another waitress or two, maybe one more chef. [8D] Any help's appreciated, ladies~!

... And I suppose you other guys, too.

[It's a good day for some cookin;

So come at him, bros.]

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[Oh, my goodness, look at all this food! Perona stops in her walk, dropping one of her many collected stuffed animals, and dashes right over to the dessert table, eyes glittering with excitement. Ooooh, is this all really for anyone to take?! Can she have as much as she wants?! Ah...ah, there's so much! And it all looks so good! Oh, and there's even a few of the things she likes most of all - this is heaven! Thank goodness she didn't leave her body behind today!

Picking out a plate, the young lady begins decorating her plate with mainly sweets and cakes, but she does include some other real foods and fruit, looking around for something to wash all these goodies down with. Tea, perhaps? Or something harder? A nice, tasty cocktail sounds pretty good, too. ♥]

[There are few things that tickle Sanji like a young, pretty maiden enjoying the food he has made, and today is no exception. That Perona looks delighted with the spread soon has Sanji dashing over like an excited puppy who expects a head pat for fetching the stick as promised.

... A puppy who can shoot hearts out of his eyes, but. Details]

Does everything meet Perona-chan's expectations?

[Oh, it's...that guy! The Straw Hat boy's chef, Eyebrow-kun! 8D She knew he was good, but still. This kind of treat goes well beyond anything even she could have ever imagined. Did he really do all of it himself? It must've taken him forever to get all this made and laid out. Oh, she's going to have to visit his restaurant more often, definitely. Seventh Heaven, hm? The spread certainly does look heavenly, hehe. ♥]

It's more than that! [She giggles, and plucks a dessert from her plate, putting it to her lips, humming as the sugary sweet tickles her taste buds in all the right ways.] Mmmm! I've never had anything this good! Not even back home on Thriller Bark - my servants could never make things this tasty... Can I really take as much as I want, Eyebrow-kun~?

Ah, and I'll need a drink, too. [Chop, chop, servant boy. :|] Something a little strong.

All Perona-chan wants and more, if she asks for it~! [He'd willingly banish himself back to the kitchens and make her something special, if she decreed it - hence why he takes her comment about the drink in stride, not batting an eye at the order]

A drink? Why most certainly~! [He gives a little bow like a good boy, before he dashes off --

and returns seconds later with said drink on a tray, held out like a sacred artifact.] Your drink~

[She should approve of the color if nothing else. Sanji also garnished it with a row of tiny raspberries along the rim, and stuck in a tiny umbrella. Just because. Sweet and strong, as promised.]

[Holy sweet mother of--hnn! Perona's eyes twinkle and she practically squeals at the showing alone - finally someone who'd jump at her command, and gladly, even! Oh, if only he were cute and soft and plush, Perona may be a bit more inclined to actually hug the poor sap. Buuut this'll do.

She calmly plucks the drink from the tray with a smile and a giggled thanks, then presses the straw to her puckered up lips.]

Mmmh...this is delicious, Eyebrow-kun! Your quite the chef - all this food is better than what even I've been given for a long time. [Pout.]

[if that was the bait, Sanji probably gives himself whiplash running into it. Seeing her reaction causes him to clasp his hands over the edges of the tray, grinning brilliantly]

My offer still stands, Perona-chan~! If you need a meal or two, I'd be more than happy to assist~!

[Ahaha, this guy's ridiculous. Amusing, though, and definitely someone she can get used to - in the ways of servanthood. If he was a little cuter, like his Dengy version, Perona would actually deem him worthy of keeping around her immediate person. But beggars can't be choosers, alas.]

Well, butler-ku--eh, I mean, I've hired a servant to make me things and clean when I need them, but I can still come and have a snack or two from your restaurant, Eyebrow-kun. I haven't tried Hayate-kun's food yet, but if it isn't as good as yours is...I'll visit you here often. Everything close enough so I can walk.

Oh, you mean Hayate? [He nearly snorts - "butler-kun", eh? Though really, Sanji should not be mocking another's nickname when "Eyebrow-kun" is hardly the model of flattery.]

Funny enough, he wants to work here at the restaurant - when he's not busy serving you, of course~! [Just think, Perona; two servants under the same roof! Cute or not, talk about a bargain]

I'm sure he'll be as equally flattered when Perona-chan graces us here with her presence~!

Is that right?! You and but--Hayate-kun really both work here?!

[If Perona had a tail, it would certainly be wagging right now. She bounces on her heels, careful not to spill her drink or food in the process. If this is some kind of crafty trick to hook her in to coming on a regular basis, Mr. chef, it's working.]

You wouldn't get tired of me if I came every day? [Pouring on the charm? Oh, of course, Perons knows a sucker when she sees one.] And it really wouldn't be too much trouble for you all? My tastes do tend to run on the refined side...so if I came every day, you might start to dislike me... You wouldn't do that, would you? You'd still serve me right, Eyebrow-kun~? Anything I want? ♥

[Leaaaning in, and smiling.]

[Why would a humble chef such as Sanji want a very beautiful young lady to frequent the place of his work just so he can invoke a type of self-imposed servitude and throw himself at the feet of her every whim?

That would be silly.]

A-anything Perona-chan wants! [Hnnnngh. Is it getting hot or what? If she leans in any closer he might combust on the spot, into an outpouring of hearts. But the reality of that possibility barely puts a dent in his theatrics, as he literally drops down on one knee to deliver his proposal, a hand held over his breast as if to still his beating heart] For as long as you come here, I promise Perona-chan whatever food she desires, however she wants it~! I will not rest until she's 100% satisfied~!

[...Oh, wow, that was above and beyond Perona's expectations of a grade A sucker. She reflexively leans away from the scene - honestly, what kind of person is he? Ugh, it's like Absalom only less ugly and more insane - but shifts back into the air of charm and feminine wiles quickly enough. She's not letting a servant of this magnitude get away from her. Especially one who she likes to a degree. He's better than the other Straw Hats, at least.]

Mmm, then I'll visit here as much as possible. Thank you so much for your...kindness, Eyebrow-kun! You're really going to spoil me, though, but I don't think I mind much right now. Horohoro...I look forward to how well you can satisfy me.

[And she'll seal the deal with a pat onto his head and a tap on his nose with her index finger before she wanders off to get more food. Good boy, that'll do nicely.]

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