Chapter 17 | Page 12a: Arch enemies (Patreon)

Even arch enemies can find common ground… until someone’s inner thoughts are literally floating above their head.

Tonight, Lightning Lady drops in on Angus the Minotaur for what should be a cozy, romantic dinner. But thanks to Dr. Muskiday’s latest invention, honesty isn’t optional — and when your feelings are on full display, even the smallest reaction can turn a sweet moment into a full-blown emotional minefield.

And just wait until you see what’s on the menu.

Transcript

Narration: That night, Lightning Lady drops in on her boyfriend, Angus the Minotaur, who is busy in the kitchen working on a special dinner…

Angus: “You’re just in time to try out my— WHAT’S THAT??” (He sees Lightning Lady's emotion cloud)

Lightning Lady: sigh “It’s one of Muskiday’s inventions. It shows my inner emotions.”

Lightning Lady: “The sooner it’s gone, the better.”Angus:  “Why? You shouldn’t feel as if you have to hide anything from me!”

Lightning Lady: “I don’t. Still… it’s weird.”Angus:  “This’ll take your mind off all of that!”

Angus:  “It’s my new recipe: TOFU HAGGIS!”Angus:  “Ingredients include oats, mushrooms, turnips, and a nutritional yeast gravy.”

(visual gag panel, no dialogue; a McDonald’s-style fries icon appears in Lightning Lady's emotion cloud)