#erza's cooking and baking skills are the equivalent of an overly enthusiastic Laxus: nonexistent

[gallantfairy]

If you were to tell her that this is what Mirajane would be doing in several years upon their first encounter, she would have laughed at your face. But here she is --- exuding perpetual benevolence accompanied with the sentiment of fondness. Yet despite such behavioural characteristics, she could still stand as an equal in terms of potency. The beauteous mage was known for her incredible strength after all. Nevertheless, she is still Mirajane in the eyes of personified valor; a great friend, indeed.

But for now, attention was concentrated solely on the sugary delights presented in front of her; already engaged in the consumption of one of the displayed delicacies, calloused fingertips already held the next subject to be devoured. Its pastel colors, its scent of fruits freshly gathered from the forest, its welcoming presentation ready to be put in a display of a showcase --- intoxicating.

❛ Sounds ideal to me! Everybody loves your cooking already so, it's a matter of time for everyone in the Guild to love your baking skills as well. ❜

Of course, such would be her reponse, expressed with blissfulness upon gallant facade ( with an addition of some frosting in a bubblegum tint, gracing her cheekbone )

❛ I always favoured strawberry based sweets, so maybe take that into consideration? Or any wild berry flavoured treats? Those are always popular! ❜

❛ --- If you want, I can bake you some to see for yourself!! ❜

And that would be a humogous mistake, for anyone to try.

MIRAJANE CAN SEE THE KNIGHT‘S excitement, her usually austere expression displaying enthusiasm. Erza is well-renowned for her strength and power, naturally projecting intimidation to anyone who doesn‘t know her well. But to Mirajane, she‘s just Erza. Once upon a time, her rival and equal. Even after they‘d toned down, their camaraderie had grown over the years.

        ❝Go ahead.❞ She beckons towards the sweet treats lined up on the table. Mini-cakes, puddings, tarts and macaroons. The servings are just the right amount, and it‘s all for her. If the other wants to take home some of them, she wouldn‘t mind.

        The takeover mage watches in anticipation as the redhead starts diving into the desserts. Glossed lips curl into a smile, her eyes lighting up at the praise. ❝Thank you! I plan to add a dessert bar to the pub. If you have any ideas on what‘s trending these days, you can share it with me. I‘d appreciate it.❞