Jellied Eel Shop

Jellied Eel Shop

Jellied Eel Shop is a vendor in Lincliff City, right near Lincliff Square, that is notorious for its pies and mash. They also sell a variety of soups, stews and old-style deli sandwiches and even haddock. But they also have stewed and jellied eels if you are daring enough to try it. Beverages include pumpkin juice, tea, coffee, water, and the occasional experimental drink.

Owner & Employees

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Roleplay

Gabriel and Theda

Gabriel Pyeong‎ — hufflepuff alumnus Despite the rather unusual name of the shop, Gabriel's favorite spot is this little tucked-away restaurant. Whenever he could, he'd come here to get a quick bite or a full lunch. He'd been too swamped with work to call in to order, so he decided to take a break and come here himself. He's sitting at a spare table, waiting for his food to be ready.

Theda Stark ⚔ Slytherin Alumna -Alchemist  – 02:28, June 11, 2020 (UTC) She walks into the shop knowing that she's not hungry although she hasn't eaten in hours. She's so hurried in her movements while she headed toward the counter stuffing books in her bag, pulling out and tucking away headphones. She doesn't feel the slight absence of weight or hear the small book that slipped past the others and collided with the floor when she passed the tables.

Gabriel Pyeong‎ — hufflepuff alumnus Time seems to pass slowly as Gabriel waits for his food. His eyes wander over other tables and stray patrons waiting around. When the door opens, Gabriel notices Theda from the corner of his eyes. Her mind seems to be obviously in some sort of other dimension. It's a clear contrast against the serene quietness of the shop space. For a moment, it seems like his number for his order got called. When he turns his head again, Gabriel couldn't help but to notice a lone book on the floor. He didn't think twice before getting up and retrieving it, going to tap Theda's shoulder gently. He has the feeling that it's hers. "Excuse me, is this your book? I found it on the floor lying over there." Gabriel's voice is as soft and gentle as he is.

Theda Stark ⚔ Slytherin Alumna -Alchemist  – 20:34, June 17, 2020 (UTC) She's not startled in the slightest by the shoulder tap. More embarrassed then anything else that's she's left personal possessions lying around and she refuses to let that show. She glances at the book before looking in his eyes. "... Yeah, it is." She nods then takes the book back. She flips through the pages quickly stopping at a picture tucked between two pages. She lingers momentarily before closing the book and placing it into her bag, with a bit more care. "You didn't have to do that. I'm sure I would've seen it. But, thanks." She extends a hand and introduces herself as she feels its necessary now. "I'm Theda."

Gabriel Pyeong‎ — hufflepuff alumnus His eyes watch as she flips through the pages of the book. He doesn't feel her embarrassment, but is more glad to see her reunited with her stuff. He'd hate to lose anything important. Gabriel shrugs at the dismissal. "Doesn't hurt to have a helping hand once in awhile. Plus, it looked important to you." He takes her hand, shaking it. "I'm Gabriel."

Theda Stark ⚔ Slytherin Alumna -Alchemist  – 23:23, July 11, 2020 (UTC) She downplays her sentimental attachment to the book, it's the photo inside it that means anything to her. She could fill another in half the time with all the alchemical notations in the world, she'd never get another picture with her sister from that far back ever again. "I've got hundreds of them. It's not that important, I fill at least one every week." She half smirks and glances around the restaurant before she looks back at him. "And, even helping hands can hurt you. Gesture much appreciate though, Gabriel. Was I inerrupting your lunch?"

Gabriel Pyeong‎ — hufflepuff alumnus Gabriel is a bit taken aback by her response. He'd figure that she'd be grateful, but Gabriel supposes that when you have that many books, one might not be noticeable. Gabriel doesn't try to push the issue, only smiles and nods. His eyes pick up on her looking around the restaurant. Waiting for someone, perhaps? He doesn't want to be in her hair if that's true. "Mm, I suppose in some instances that can be true. But I work with many helping hands when it comes to my profession, so the idea is sort of weird to me. I like to help whenever I can." Gabriel thinks about the last question, before smiling. "No, not that all. I'm just waiting around for my order. What about you, Theda? You do look to be in quite the rush." The tone of his voice turns upwards, clearly teasing.

Theda Stark ⚔ Slytherin Alumna -Alchemist  – 14:32, August 3, 2020 (UTC) She's unsurprised that her word play took some of the focus off of her book and put it where it needed to be, something else. She's been quite good a deflection for a long number of years yet. "What is it that you do to, as you said, work with many helping hands?" Her question was mean to be rhetorical. She figured he was a Healer, perhaps it was just the alliteration that led her to that sort of unwarranted conclusion. After all, who likes to offer assistance more than a healer. She'd continue on without too much a large between her question to him and her response to his earlier question to her. "I'm in no rush whatsoever. Just a bit absent minded at the moment. I haven't here for a couple years and I've only come back from Egypt for a few days."

Gabriel Pyeong‎ — hufflepuff alumnus Truth be told, Gabriel's beginning to enjoy this conversation. It's a breather from the usual lonely lunches he takes. But then again, they're lonely for a reason. Having to cater to fussy musicians all day can take a toll on someone's well-being. It's nice to have a good conversation. "I'm an independent music producer. Whoever wants a track produced, well, I'm your guy. I work in conjunction with other music producers, actually. We're a producing group, actually. Gets really hectic at times managing different personalities between my producers and working with musicians. I always feel like I have to be stepping in." It feels slightly strange to be speaking about his profession. It's not really one that is traditionally magic. After all, modern Wizarding music had only been up and coming for the past 50 years. But it's his life's passion. One could easily tell. Even if he has to stop...who was it that was trying his hardest to fight Caspian Choi? Milan? Or was it Senna? "I usually have to go out to eat. But I never mind a friendly conversation. Egypt, you say? Sounds interesting. How was it?"

Theda Stark ⚔ Slytherin Alumna -Alchemist  – 15:24, August 7, 2020 (UTC) "That is not at all what I was expecting you to say." She's a little taken aback by the mention of music and magic. She knows it's a big deal, and a whole thing in the magical world now and has been for a while. It's just never been her thing. She's not much of a musical person, doesn't listen to it and can sometimes do without it. It doesn't take away her interest in what he knows and has got to say about it. "It makes sense now, after what you said about whoever wants a track produced. I thought you were alluding to a job as a Healer. In some ways I suppose you still are, I've heard music therapy is great for health and well being." When he brought questions back around to her she'd give him a small shrug. "It wasn't a vacation. I was there for a specific purpose. Alchemical studies. I didn't do much socializing or sightseeing of the modern variety. It's still a travel destination I would return to if I had the chance." She'd pause to look out of one of the windows before looking at Gabriel again. "Being back. Still feels strange. I wouldn't go as far as to say Egypt became my home. But, I do find myself missing it now that I'm here."

Gabriel Pyeong‎ — hufflepuff alumnus Gabriel laughs. "Most people don't expect it. I've been told I look like a potioneer or something like that. Healer's not that far off either, but I didn't take Healing at Hogwarts." Which, to be fair, wasn't that far off. Gabriel had excelled in Potions during his time at Hogwarts. However, music had always been his greatest passion. And with the wealth his family had, it would've been worthwhile even if nothing had worked out. Gabriel just happened to be lucky with his success. "I've never seen it looked at in that way. It's certainly therapeutic to me and my collaborators." He thinks about Lukas' mental health struggles, and how sometimes writing and singing it out is what makes him feel better when nothing else works. He clears his throat. "Alchemical studies? Sounds interesting to me. What did you do, exactly? Or is that to be a secret?" Gabriel can hear the number of the orders being called out. Someone must've had a big order, because he finds that he's been waiting all this time and there's still at least 3 numbers left. "I'm not originally from here, so I understand. Every time I go back to France, I feel a bit..out of touch, I would say. It might be home but it doesn't feel like it sometimes."

Theda Stark ⚔ Slytherin Alumna -Alchemist  – 14:26, August 10, 2020 (UTC) "We're opposites there. I studied Alchemy at Hogwarts, apparently I was really good and started taking advanced lessons early on. After graduation I was straight to Egypt for further study. I guess you could say I quit, because I would or should still be there devoting brain power to my studies." She purses her lips not liking the way defeat sounded coming out of her mouth or the taste of the words after the fact. "I'd prefer to keep it a secret. It's like the runic alphabet. I could tell you about it a hundred thousand times, but you probably wouldn't commit much of it to memory. I'm not doubting your intelligence, just not really interested in telling you something you might not actually care to know." He almost dragged a sincere smile from her. The last of his words making the corners of her mouth twitch upwards.

Gabriel Pyeong‎ — hufflepuff alumnus "Impressive. I've never thought I'd meet a prodigy of some sorts." The banter left Gabriel's lips quite easily, and the smiles were starting to stay on his face. He laughs. "I don't take any offense. But you'd be surprised at what I find and don't find interesting. Runes may not stick in my head, but I'd be more than happy to hear about it" "Yet, something in her speech seemed to have stood out for him. "Quit? Hm, forgive me for prying. But why did you quit? You seem to really like what you do." Curiosity took the better of him. Gabriel couldn't imagine leaving something he loved doing. He supposes for others, it might be different. It certainly was for Theda. He tilts his head, awaiting an answer.

Theda Stark ⚔ Slytherin Alumna -Alchemist  – 16:34, August 20, 2020 (UTC) She'd raise a brow and tilt her head. She didn't know what to make of him using the word prodigy. She'd never heard it used in a positive way. She almost felt as though he were mocking her, or making light of her choice to begin studies so soon after she finished with her schooling. "I couldn't stand the repetition anymore. It was great when it was new, when I'd first gotten there and for at least another year after that. By year three I didn't mind having such a small lack of control over what I would be doing with my days, especially after leaving Hogwarts, yet. Still, I can find myself getting bored when everything stays the same for too long. I'm not so great at routines."

Gabriel Pyeong‎ — hufflepuff alumnus If he thinks he might've said something wrong, then he doesn't let it show. Gabriel sticks with the same jovial mood he's been in the entire conversation. "Ah, that makes sense. Variety always makes everything better, I think. And micromanagement is the absolute worst." He smiles a bit, knowingly. He encounters it in his own job, and Gabriel couldn't help but to think of certain artists. He nearly laughs out loud thinking of some incidents. "For me, I think that it doesn't matter how good you are at something. I just want to be happy. But, that's just me. Of course, you could think elsewise." He fumbles the word, meaning to say 'otherwise'. Seven years in England, and Gabriel still gets caught off-guard. "At least you have the freedom to explore now. Do what you want, even if there's no routine. Sometimes, it's just good to live in the moment." He doesn't know when he became a philosopher, but Gabriel beams at his words.

Theda Stark ⚔ Slytherin Alumna -Alchemist  – 19:40, September 5, 2020 (UTC) She'd nods along agreeing with most everything he's said in response to her. She's got to call attention to the one think she doesn't quite agree with. "I'd say that's the goal for most people. To be happy. I don't necessarily think otherwise. I just kind of feel like I'm one of those people who don't know what makes them happy yet. I enjoy things, sure, who doesn't? I've had a hard time finding my place in life is I guess what it really boils down to." She'd almost chuckle, a half smile crossed her face as she looked back at him. She wasn't exactly sure how he was drawing this sort of information out of her without putting in the kind of effort that makes her tense and agitated. "I really like the way you strung those words together in the end." She'd nod. "It makes me feel a little better about being just another wandering witch in the world."