[ tsumugi would've believed him if eichi did break into their place at some point; his classmate after all has done many an attempt in the tenshouin household, after all. it's certainly very feenay for his old friend to try out his unitmate's own tricks.

but anyway, midorima's kind of cute like this, and tsumugi's smile becomes brighter as he ushers him towards the table. the guy didn't even smile himself, but it's certainly a more understated reaction that tsumugi would welcome nonetheless. he has that way with tsunderes, what can he say. ]

You're welcome. I did try to make a traditional birthday cake but I was afraid of messing up, so I made something smaller. I did buy a birthday candle, though. [ it's on the counter. ] So I made something that might remind you of home? At least it does for me... zenzai is actually my favorite food, and it's easy to make, so...

[ he's fidgeting. it's a nice gesture and all, but the question is: do they taste good? he'd done his best in following the recipe and everything. ]