"It was your kitchen. I've temporarily comandeered it for the evening." Zacheus' usual stiff and reserved behavior had eased up for the evening. He was more free with jokes and smiles, more open. He wasn't sure if it was because he was doing one of his favorite hobbies or if it meant he finally felt truly comfortable around Drake. Maybe it was a mix of both. In any case, the monk was finally getting a glimpse of how he acted around his close friends (Rictor, etc) and his sister.
"We both have had some bad luck lately, haven't we?" he asked, looking mildly sheepish. "Hover bike accidents, giant chocobos. I must say, I think yours makes a much better story. 'I was taken out by a monstrous bird' is a bit embarrassing."