"I see that you opted for a diverse range of decorative styles. Doesn't entirely suit my preferences, but that's fine with me. Personally, I value practicality over aesthetics." "Don't be offended if I don't respond to you. I'm wearing my soundproof headphones, that's all." "When it's your turn to cook, focus on taste. Taste supersedes presentation, else you risk overcomplicating the purpose of food. I think this is simple enough to understand. Everything else is secondary."