C-Support
Link: ...Gaius?
Gaius: Cripes! Who the- Oh... It's just you, Greenie. Maybe clear your throat or something before you sneak up on a guy next time.
Link: ...I was wondering why you're hiding out behind this tent. You looked kinda... shady, I guess.
Gaius: Not sure if you noticed, but I'm a thief. Lookin' shady comes natural to me, especially when I'm working.
Link: ...You're working? Are you trying to steal something, then?
Gaius: Yep, and I'd appreciate it if you get out of my way. I need this mission to go smoothly.
Link: ...Sorry to keep bothering you, but... who are you stealing from, exactly? The only people in our camp are other Shepherds.
Gaius: *sigh* If it'll get you off my back, then I'll tell you... Look, see that sugary delight over yonder?
Link: ...Huh?
Gaius: I'm talkin' about the pie, Greenie.
Link: Oh... The one over in the mess hall's kitchen...
Gaius: Bingo. Good ol' Cordelia made it. Lady's a pro at anything she sets her mind to. Pretty sure she's planning on giving it to Chrom, so there's no doubt... This has gotta be one damn good pie.
Link: And... you're gonna steal this pie she made?
Gaius: Not the whole thing! Sheesh... Gimme a little a credit, man. I just gotta sneak a small nibble and sate my curiosity. See? Harmless stuff, right?
Link: ...That's kinda weird.
Gaius: Now that you know, you gonna rat me out? You're the honorable type... Bit of a goody-two shoes, maybe? Wouldn't be surprising if you double-crossed me.
Link: Well... I don't know...
Gaius: C'mon, Greenie. Have some sympathy. I've heard you're a wandering warrior... a traveler of worlds... You're tellin' me you've never stolen the odd trinket here and there on your journeys?
Link: ...This might sound odd, but... I had a dream once. In it, I stole an expensive shovel from a small shop... I got away with it, but everyone knew about what I'd done. No matter who I talked to, they called me 'Thief'... It was like a mark of shame... Then, when I tried to make things right by returning what I stole, the shop keep hit me with a powerful lighting spell... and I died.
Gaius: ...That's a, uh... riveting story...
Link: I think that dream spooked me so badly that I won't be trying anything like this anytime soon.
Gaius: Okay, then... You're one strange dude, you know that?
Link: But don't worry. I won't get in the way of your... snack stealing. I do wish you'd just ask for a bite, though... Wouldn't that be easier?
Gaius: Aw, thanks pal! I knew you'd come around. Oh, and don't get the wrong idea... I'll get you a little somethin' for your troubles. I always repay a debt, of course.
Link: You don't owe me a debt... All I'm doing is looking the other way.
Gaius: You doubt the quality of my wares, eh? Well, you're smart to stay skeptical in these times, but this is 'Sticky-Fingered Gaius' you're talkin' to. If it's first-rate sweets you're after, I'm your guy.
Link: I'm not after sweets... I'm not after anything of yours.
Gaius: I hear ya loud an' clear. So, what'll it be? Honey cake? Crowberry tart?
Link: ...Whatever. Honey cake, I guess...
B-Support
Link: Hello, Gaius.
Gaius: Afternoon, Greenie... Don't mind my pitiful demeanor... Just a little down on my luck at the moment... I'll bounce back, though...
Link: Can I ask what's wrong?
Gaius: My reserves got cleaned out... Lost everything in a game of cards while I was in town last night...
Link: Is there anything you need but can't afford? I could help you out... At least, until you get your funds back in order.
Gaius: Not talkin' about coin, Greenie... I'm talkin' about sugar... There ain't even a single piece of candy left in my pockets...
Link: Oh... Is that... really that bad? I understand liking sweets, but... surely you could go without them for a little while.
Gaius: Well... 'fraid this ain't your typical case. I got a... particular condition. Doc calls it hypoglycemia... Means that I need more sugar than the average person does if I want to function right, apparently.
Link: Ah... That explains your obsession.
Gaius: Like I said... I'll get back on my feet... There'll be plenty of sweets waiting for me in the village we're heading to... and you can be sure that 'Nimble-Fingers Gaius' will get his hands on them... No matter what.
Link: Now that I think about it... I probably have some sugary foods on me that you might like.
Gaius: Y-You do?! I'll take whatever ya got! Anything!
Link: Try one of these... They should be pretty sweet.
Gaius: Gimme that!
Link: ...
Gaius: Ohhh... So tangy... So sweet... Thank you, Greenie, for bestowing upon me this wondrous blessing...
Link: How are you feeling now?
Gaius: Ahhh... This'll get me by. Seriously, though... Thanks. Felt like it was only a matter of time before I passed out.
Link: Yeah, no problem. I've got plenty of these wildberries... You want some more?
Gaius: Nah. Don't wanna take advantage of your kindness more than I already have. I don't like owing favors, so let's save that for next time. Also, once I build my stockpile back up, maybe we can do a little negotiating... A little trading, maybe?
Link: Hmm... all right... That could be fun, I guess. I've got a few other fruits on me that are probably even sweeter than those... I'm sure you'd enjoy them.
Gaius: Whoa there, Greenie! You've a whole variety of sweets that I haven't seen yet?
Link: Mmhmm, I wouldn't call them sweets, but... they're fruits... and pretty sugary ones at that. Hydromelon is one of my favorites. I've tried the watermelon here in Ylisse... and they just aren't as sweet as these.
Gaius: Shoot... I need to try it.
Link: I don't mind, but... I thought you didn't want to owe me any favors?
Gaius: You're darn right about that, but getting my first taste of otherworldly delicacies? Even I have to make an exception sometimes.
Link: Well, have at it, then...
Gaius: Amazing! It really is better than watermelon!
Link: This one is my favorite... A 'Mighty Banana' they call it... There's an old legend in Hyrule about a clan of skilled assassins and thieves that kept huge piles of these in their hideout... With how good they are, I can't blame them.
Gaius: Sheesh... If I could join a group like that in this world, I'd be livin' my best life. This Hyrule of yours ain't soundin' all that bad, I gotta say.
Link: This one here is a voltfruit. It might look a bit weird, but I promise that-
Gaius: Hold it, hold it... As much as I'd like to keep the free samples comin', you're really starting to spoil me. How about this; give me a few weeks to replenish my wares, and we'll have ourselves a meet up with anyone else who wants in on our swapping of the sweets. Imagine all the sugar that we'll gather at this one event. I'm drooling just thinking about it...
Link: Heh, all right. That sounds like a good time.
A-Support
Link: So, when's the next 'Swapping of the Sweets'? I'm... really looking forward to it, actually.
Gaius: Glad to hear it! We drew a bigger crowd than I was anticipating. Seeing so many people enjoy the sheer delight that is chocolate bonbons... It nearly made this lowly thief shed a tear.
Link: Once Frederick joined the roundtable with his... 'unrivaled' roasted marshmallows, things really started getting lively.
Gaius: As for the next one, I'm thinking sometime next month when we aren't scrambling so much. This business in Valm really has us on our toes lately.
Link: Mmm... Good idea. Well, let me know when it's set... I'll be there.
Gaius: Wait up, Greenie. Got somethin' I wanna ask you.
Link: Yeah?
Gaius: I'm not telling you what you can and can't do with your time... but are you sure it's smart to be getting so chummy with me?
Link: Should I... not be talking with you?
Gaius: Again... you're free to do what you like. Fact is, though, you're a legendary hero with a spotless reputation... Chosen by the gods an' all that... Then, look at me... A lowborn thief who barely manages to groom himself on a regular basis. All it took for me to betray my former employers was a handful of candy.
Link: ...I don't agree with all of that.
Gaius: Sure, all we're doing is trading some snacks, but to anyone not in the know? All they see is you making some under-the-table deals with a convicted criminal. For your own sake, it might be best if we quit meeting up so much, don'tcha think?
Link: No, I don't think that... I think the best thing for me is to enjoy the company of my friends for as long as I can. I won't be in this world for much longer, Gaius... Being there for our next, and possibly my last, trading event?... That's much more important to me than reputation.
Gaius: Heh... You're just like Blue, y'know? The heroic type... Pure of heart or whatever... Both of you are way too nice to me.
Link: ...Or maybe you're just too hard on yourself.
Gaius: ...Maybe I am... Welp, if anyone asks, I'll let them know that you'll be attending our next meet-up, then.
Link: Great. I don't want to give away too much, but... I think I have an offering that will quickly become the Shepherd's top favorite.
Gaius: Oh yeah? Well, you've gotta give me a sneak peek! Ending the conversation while I'm suffering in my curiosity? You wouldn't leave me hangin' like that, Greenie, would you?
Link: ...*sigh* Fine... I am really excited to show it off, so I'll let you try some... Just don't let anyone know about this until the swap, okay?
Gaius: ...A bottle of milk?
Link: Lon Lon Milk. It's my favorite drink.
Gaius: ...You forget that we're swapping sugary snacks? I'm sure this milk is fine, but I don't think it fits the bill, dude.
Link: That's why I didn't offer it up last time... but I think that you'll change your mind once you have a drink.
Gaius: Well, if you're so confident...
Link: ...
Gaius: Crivens! Where the hell did you get this stuff, Greenie?! Geez, I never knew milk could taste so good... It isn't sugary per se, but I feel so energized.
Link: I have a childhood friend in Hyrule... She works at a ranch, and she sells it to me.
Gaius: ...
Link: ...Why are you... looking at me like that?
Gaius: When you go back to Hyrule, I'm taggin' along.
Link: ...What?... Why?
Gaius: You even need to ask? I need to get as many bottles of this stuff as I can afford, and bring it back to Ylisse!
Link: Gaius... I haven't even figured out how I'm getting back to Hyrule yet. I need to contact Naga somehow... and make sure that you're allowed to come with me... and then convince her to bring you back to this world as well... You're getting way too ahead of yourself.
Gaius: Ah, don't sweat the details, pal. This childhood friend of yours... She a cutie? I'll bet a dozen candied figs that she'll fall for a handsome rogue like me. Once I put the charms on her, I'll secure myself a hefty discount. Eventually, she'll reveal her undying love for me, and I'll gain access to a lifetime supply. Maybe I'll talk business with Naga... Discuss some possible deals... Sell this Lon Lon Milk to the Ylissians... Split my profits with the dragon, and keep a healthy stash for myself... Yeah, this could work...
A/N:
OoT doesn't have much to choose from when it comes to foods that Gaius might like, so I included some of the fruits you find in BOTW.
Link's dream is just a reference to Link's Awakening. I'm aware the two aren't connected. Since that game is supposed to take place in the Wind Fish's dream, I thought it would be a fun, little addition.