He takes Luke's hand, a little surprised by how strong the handshake is, but not minding. Chouji's relief at Luke's calm and considerate response does a lot to ease that discomfort.
Considering his existing schedule, Chouji nods; his other job was similarly needed in light of the absence of previous workers. "I've promised to cook at Seventh Heaven during the school day so Rin is free to attend. I'm available before or after, though."
He laughs a little at the second part of what Luke says. "I wouldn't know either. I'm an only child, unless you count Shikamaru and Ino, my teammates." If they're getting to know each other, he should start with something basic. The realization that Luke doesn't know something as fundamental as Chouji's name is a jarring one, and he begins with that. "My actual surname is Akimichi." There is still a mild impulse to introduce himself as Chouji Skywalker, but the name that really resonates as his own isn't that one.
August 12th, action
Considering his existing schedule, Chouji nods; his other job was similarly needed in light of the absence of previous workers. "I've promised to cook at Seventh Heaven during the school day so Rin is free to attend. I'm available before or after, though."
He laughs a little at the second part of what Luke says. "I wouldn't know either. I'm an only child, unless you count Shikamaru and Ino, my teammates." If they're getting to know each other, he should start with something basic. The realization that Luke doesn't know something as fundamental as Chouji's name is a jarring one, and he begins with that. "My actual surname is Akimichi." There is still a mild impulse to introduce himself as Chouji Skywalker, but the name that really resonates as his own isn't that one.