[SE] And my head feels like la la la la, la la la la la

I was so cold and lost, nothing seemed to ring true
Then I whispered your name, that's when everything changed

He takes the offered container, peering into it as if already expecting the delicious drink to be there and waiting. Keeping the frown of disappointment that it's not at bay, his attention rises back to her as she slips away, her trick still hidden, a master at her craft as is only natural given her herald and innate affinity for bullshit. It's charming, really, especially when you're none the wiser as Iskra currently is.

"I'm still not sure this can compete with Halo hot cocoa," he tells her with that doubt edging back in. "Kinda has the market cornered for that." Unlike for other regions where cocoa might be a seasonal treat, it's a constant in Halo, and all that time has given everyone time to perfect their recipes and processes. He's partial to the peppermint flavored ones the most, but the peanut blend is also a nice touch. Lava however, certainly would be a new addition. It also is an excellent pair with liquor and has kept him warm many a day, in both temperature and alcohol heat.

He glances back towards the view, smile fitting back into place as he watches the encantados play in the surf. "Gods being out of the cold sure feels nice this time of year."

Love came out of the rain, talk about being saved
Suddenly I wanna live, more than I ever did

Iskra