[ Ah. Well, that's embarrassing and it works to deflate his peacocking, though he's not truly upset. Just humbled. And his smile matches his brother's after. ]

Always knew someday I would teach you how to cook. Jote would be so proud... and maybe a little disappointed.

[ The woman loves doting on Joshua, and it's very cute. The question makes him pause, already on the way to saying I'm all right, before nodding a little. ]

I'll get used to it, but there's some discomfort. They're heavy and my muscles haven't adjusted, and the skin is a little tender. Yours don't?

[ He squints at Joshua's. Yes, they're smaller, but surely the skin would still ache? Or is he just having a not good day. ]