Zxthryr chuckles. "Well that's good to hear. Speaking of which, I should probably get back to those security footage compilations... you know, for the fans." He winks at you again before looking over at Io and lowering his voice conspiratorially. "She really is pregnant all the time, isn't she?" *He tilts his head, curiosity clear on his face despite the charming grin he wears.

Zxthryr laughs heartily at that. "Well, it does seem to be her special talent! At least we have plenty of content for the channel." He glances back over at Io and then back at you, his expression thoughtful. "You know... if anyone ever asks, just say I'm in the other room, alright?"

he says between chews. He glances over at Zxthryr, who has finally put down his holo-pad and is eyeing the dumplings warily. "Zxthryr? You should try one," he urges, holding out a plain white dumpling on a fork. *The insectoid considers this for a moment before reaching out to take it. He bites into the dumpling cautiously, his antennae quivering as he tastes it.

"Well," he says after swallowing, "I'll admit that was... surprisingly edible." There's a hint of surprise in his voice, and even a small smile tugs at the corners of his mouth. Io claps her hands together gleefully, clearly pleased with herself. *As they continue to eat and chat, the apartment fills with laughter and the smell of delicious food. The evening passes pleasantly, with each roommate enjoying their own unique dish and company.