Uji, The White Lotus, Morning

[leavsfrmthevine.livejournal.com]

"No, we will open Saiyuri," Uji says quietly but forcefully. If she had her way, they'd likely never open as she is such a perfectionist. "It is time. We can make adjustments once we see our customer's needs."

He throws the doors open and takes a deep lung full of air. Then with a flick of his wand, he flips the open sign and says to Saiyuri, "You had better get the pots on and get the ovens cooking."

[OOC: Yeah, The White Lotus is finally open! See here for a description of the place, it's staff and menu. Also see this backroom post for more info. Also, I'm about to go on a bike ride but will be back for fun.]

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[leavsfrmthevine.livejournal.com]

Uji returns the bow holding his right fist inside of his open left hand. "Thank you," he beams and turns to lead the way outside. As small water fall adds a nice pleasant melody to the chirps of a few birds and the wind rushing through the bamboo. "The apples a just ripening and their fragrance should be quite enjoyable. Perhaps some jasmine tea would compliment it nicely? Do you see a table you like?"

[will_scarlett]

He immediately makes his way towards a table that's as much under a tree as possible,

"Um, yes, thank you and could I see a menu?"

Hopefully things here aren't too much more expensive than the rest of Hogsmeade but this peaceful place is already making him feel better.

[leavsfrmthevine.livejournal.com]

Uji understands the budgeting needs of the student body and so has prepared a students menu which he pulls from his sleeve. (There was of course no bulges or creases to suggest there had been anythign up his sleeve.)

"Please call me Uji. Since it is opening day I shall be waiting tables but normally the tables shall be staffed by invisible servants. When you are ready to order order, tap that lotus tile in the middle of the table to summon a servant. When it glows, a servant is near."

As Will looks over the menu the prices are very friendly for the student purse and today's specials are a variety of tapas (http://spanishfood.about.com/od/discoverspanishfood/f/faqtapas.htm) and Arabic teas.

[will_scarlett]

"I'm Will Scarlett and its a pleasure to meet you, Uji,"

Will's passed the groundskeeper but everyone has secrets and there's at least one pair of twins at Hogwarts, a second one wouldn't be that odd.

[leavsfrmthevine.livejournal.com]

"The pleasure is all mine. Do you by chance play any music?"

[will_scarlett]

"No, though I do know how to sing but not very well. I'm better at flying and fighting."

[leavsfrmthevine.livejournal.com]

"Oh well. I was hoping the stage over there would be some use. Saiyuri plays but she only know Chinese and Japanese operas. I thought it could be nice to have some English songs sometimes as well. Perhaps some of your friend play? I could host...what do they call it, an open mike?"

[will_scarlett]

"That could be nice. I know there are some people with musical talent and I can sing choruses."

[leavsfrmthevine.livejournal.com]

"Would you spread the word? I think I can offer that musicians can drink for free on the nights they are playing. Speaking of, do you know what type of tea you would like?"

[will_scarlett]

"I'll try the masala chai and some meatballs, thank you. Yes, I'm glad to let everyone know."

[leavsfrmthevine.livejournal.com]

"Good choices!" Uji replies and turns to get them but stops when he spots a try floating towards them, one it is a teapot, cup and plate of meatballs.

"Now just what am I supposed to do if you are serving?" he says exasperated.

[will_scarlett]

Will laughs as he reaches for the tray, "The service is very prompt."

[leavsfrmthevine.livejournal.com]

"Yes, but what am I supposed to do now?"

[will_scarlett]

"Be a good host. My mum runs a tea shop and she says that's more important than the rest, well maybe second to having good scones."

[leavsfrmthevine.livejournal.com]

"Very good point!" Uji replies with his good cheer. "You are a student of Hogwarts yes? How is the school finding you?"

[will_scarlett]

"Yes, its my seventh year actually and its off to a fairly good start."

[leavsfrmthevine.livejournal.com]

"Have you been attending the school for all of those years?"

[will_scarlett]

"Yes, I have. I'm from Nottingham which isn't too far away."