[ Kazu doesn't seem to want to elaborate, the truth being he doesn't want to upset Faith even more. They've wandered into an uncomfortable territory already... easier for them both if he quietly sets out ingredients to make her a meal while she processes.

The counteroffer is easy enough, though. Kazu does glance back up at her with a smile, at that. ]

Of course you can. [ He could use the help, on busy nights. Val doesn't hesitate over dealing with the alcohol anymore, but Kazu still prefers if he didn't feel pressured. ] Actually, I think that's perfect for now... Magpie keeps telling me we should serve snacks and I could do that if there was another set of hands.