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 Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2019 6:58 pm
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Yukiko smiled, but it was an apprehensive kind of smile as she once again stepped into the venue for the annual Venus Day. It turned into a genuine smile when she saw her son and one of her granddaughters. It was still somewhat of a shock to remember she was a grandmother, and more recently (again, thank you Venus) a great-grandmother.
There was a tiny, petty, piece inside that reminded her that made Venus a great-great-grandmother. With a sigh, she hugged first Adelphos then Carnelian as she came to them. Ruby and most likely Amynta would be around here somewhere. Adelphos didn't like to go to these things without Ruby and Carnelian and Amynta were usually found causing trouble together. "I'm glad you've all come," she said.
"Of course, mom, we wouldn't miss it," Adelphos said as he hugged his mother. Wouldn't, couldn't... Same difference when dealing with Grandma Venus, right? Regardless, he and Ruby had come in an attempt to keep their daughters out of trouble. Though that hadn't helped last year... Anyway. It also happened to be the anniversary of his parents' wedding.
"Have you see the... gargoyles?" he asked with a sigh. His mother might be a goddess now and married to one of Venus' sons, but judging by how long she had treated Psyche this way Adelphos wasn't optimistic that his mother would ever truly be welcomed into the family by Venus. By Yukiko's wince he could see that she had, indeed, seen the statues.
"Gramma, why do you let Venus do that kinda stuff? It's so ru-" Carnelian squeaked as her father put a hand over her mouth.
"Venus is a goddess, and your great-grandmother. You should be respectful. Also, no one can really stop her," Adelphos said.
"I just don't let it bother me. The less it seems to bother me, perhaps the less she will do it. If not, then," Yukiko shrugged with a smile. "It is what it is. I am happy regardless of what Venus does or does not do to poke fun at me."
Carnelian huffed but nodded. "I guess that makes sense," she said. She still thought it was rude. Anyway. She was here to have fun, Venus style, even though her great-grandmother was lacking in manners. She looked around for her sister so they could get started. She was kind of jealous of the fun Amynta had gotten into last year. She also wondered if there were any of those cat things here again this year...
Arc-en-Roche was in awe as he and Lyneeson entered the hotel. As always, it was decorated lavishly for the holiday. "Hey Lyn, what do you think we should do first?" Probably stow their luggage in the room and then go see what was available to do... And eat. Arc could already feel his tummy rumbling. There was sure to be some delicious food somewhere in the hotel. He was kind of nervous, if he were honest with himself. Strange things always happened at Venus' parties but... They were just so much fun! Even though Arc was a nervous kind of Pae, he seemed to relax most when he was with his best friend.
Ursula slithered into the hotel, casting her eyes around at all the happy Pae'il and their loved ones. Pathetic. She longed for chaos. This... This was boring. Too peaceful. She had heard of these Venus Day celebrations, how they always ended in chaos and sometimes, in destruction. She couldn't wait for that. Her lips quirked in a smirk as she began to explore. Perhaps there were Pae here that would join her in assisting when the trouble started...
Quote: Ursula is free and looking to cause some trouble!
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Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2019 7:25 pm
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Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2019 7:29 pm
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 Beltan had been working hard on maintaining a blank, professional expression while he was treated to numerous scathing looks and the gustiest of world-weary woe-is-me sighs. So hard, in fact, that his face was starting to actually hurt. At the first words the 'baby' uttered to him all evening, the visage cracked slightly, allowing the corners of his mouth to turn downwards in a disapproving frown.
"I was told to 'keep an eye on you', whatever that means. So, I'm going to continue to do my job and keep you out of trouble," he responded carefully, his tone clipped and precise. Truth be told, he didn't want this babysitting gig at all and would much rather have been doing something, anything, more productive back at the palace.
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Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2019 8:18 pm
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Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2019 8:31 pm
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After a good number of successful years, at last Shahrazad had failed. That was why she now walked beside her cute little Laz, her tail casually swaying from side-to-side behind her, into another Venus Day extravaganza. She'd usually been pretty good at avoiding the topic since the pair had begun living together. 'She wasn't feeling so well,' 'it'd be better to let the twins explore themselves,' 'no need to crash on her parents' special night out,' etc. With such excuses, she'd avoided returning to the place they'd first met, and also the place she was most likely to run into either of her bird-daughters. Well, really, she'd raised them well-enough in that hut in the forest, but she figured calling them actual daughters was a bit of a stretch. But they were like family to her, so perhaps it was the best term? She wasn't sure.
And the terminology wouldn't matter if she never saw them again. That was the reason she'd skillfully avoided coming here; this was surely the only place they'd think to look for her.
Oh she didn't want to go back to that life!
Living with Laz was much more enjoyable, much more fulfilling. Even with their children grown, she'd stuck around. Just having her nearby gave her a certain sense of security, a sense of warmth. Though, in as many years, she wasn't sure if they'd ever really defined what they were to one another. Not that the rak minded, it was just something she thought about every once in a while.
Perhaps she was, just a little bit at times, dense. Laz had probably made any number of attempts to clarify things to no satisfactory result.
Perhaps that was the reason she'd been so insistent that they come this year and have themselves a 'super special and romantic date night.' It was something they'd certainly never had prior. Shah wasn't sure she understood exactly what it was Laz wanted, but she couldn't say no to that adorable pouty face of hers... so she'd conceded and there they were. With a glance of her eyes to the side, a flick of her ears upon her head, and a flick of her tail, the rak slid her hands behind her as she spoke. "Welcome back"
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Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2019 8:42 pm
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 What am I doing here? Midoriko thought with some trepidation as she stepped inside the Las Venus Hotel, positioned between and slightly behind her children with her hands carefully not touching, but still close enough to grab should either of them try to make a break for it.
This is probably a really dumb idea.. she added in her head before she audibly ahem'd to get the boys' attention. "Alright, this is the Las Venus Hotel and we have arrived for VDay," she began. Against my better judgement and only because you begged, she kept to herself. "Best behavior, ok guys? Shenanigans will, very likely, ensue despite me and I've accepted it. Keep it to making moon-eyes, please~"
 Throughout the lecture, Malachite had been painstakingly edging away, slowly tensing in preparation to flee and chose the pause after 'please' as his chance to escape and disappear into the crowd of more pae than he'd seen in one place his entire life.
He sprang. And got maybe half a step before he suddenly ceased moving forward, his mother's hand clamped on the sensitive place where his shoulder met his neck. How? How was she so damn fast? Or so scary strong? "Mooooooom, c'moooooooon! I just wanna look around. Do you think I'm a delinquent?" he asked, ignoring her prompt and unapologetic 'Yes'. "You said it would be good for us to socialize~"
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Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2019 10:28 pm
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It was instantly clear that Datum did not belong as he slithered towards the fountain at the center of the lobby. When he had heard of a holiday party, he had admittedly expected something a bit more gloom. This is what a holiday was, yes? His eyes darted around in a shifty manner as he took in the scenery. What exactly was this gathering if it wasn't a proper holiday? At least it was a peculiar gathering, if nothing else. So many different oddities of pae, some were certainly monstrosities (this was a complement, coming from Datum). His life was typically a solitary one, lurking in the shallow shadows of the lake, there was still much he was unfamiliar with.
Datum slipped the tip of his tail over the edge into the pool the large fountain of some unknown figure poured into. The rest of his body slowly slinked into the pool, the water felt refreshing after his journey to get here.
[Single and ready to mingle. Ok, he's not ready, but I am] |
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Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2019 10:40 pm
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Azure clung tightly to his wife's hand. He had some nervousness and reservations about the party they were attending that was apparent from the clamminess that Dyas could probably feel in his hands. His face showed a different attitude of joy though. This was a good day, a happy day, it was his and Dyas' anniversary! He was looking forward to celebrating with her, although last time they had been to something like this... He hadn't exactly been acting his normal self. Azure still had a difficult time understanding the jealousy and other strange actions of that night, but it had resulted in him finally proposing to his long time mate, and that was a good thing.
He glanced over at his soul's mate, as gorgeous as ever, even after raising three grown boys... Well... Two grown boys. Azure shook the thought from his mind, although instantly felt guilty for doing so. It was difficult finding a balance. They needed to get away from the cave and their grief, and yet he felt guilty if he even stopped grieving or remembering their lost son for a moment. "Dyas...?"
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Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2019 5:21 am
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Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2019 6:42 am
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When Azure had suggested coming to Venus day, Dyas had been elated. The Shetani didnt need a lot of frills -she lived in a cave afterall- but she still liked to be romanced evert now and then. Especially now that they had an empty nest. Hemi had left with Flutter, Chal with Alma, and Malek...
There was none who felt more loss than a mother with her child. Not a day went by that she didnt think of him. But for the sake of their family, she put on a brave face and shoved her grief and worry to the back of her mind only to appear when she was alone.
Tonight thougg it would be a little easier. Azures hand was clammy in hers, but she didnt mind. She was a little nervous herself, last time they were here he had acted so strangely. But it was also when he had proposed, so she had chalked it up to nerves. He was so sweet like that. Dyas gave him a squeeze with her hand while flashing a dazzling smile. Her mate, her husband, her soul. She loved him more than the breathe in her lungs, and hush her beating heart he looked particularly handsome tonight. With an excited nod, the mute flashed her gaze from him to the hotel infront of them. She was ready if he was to go in.
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Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2019 9:55 am
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A promise was a promise.
Wellspring had not originally planned on coming to one of these things ever again, not after he'd realized that he always seemed to act out of character by the mid-night. But, a promise was a promise, and he'd promised a certain someone he'd redo last year's night from scratch. Not just in practice, but mentally as well. He'd approach it as a... well... as a date.
Oh Laisidhiel he was actually going on a date with a blood pae'il; the Chieftain would have his head if he found out!
If he found out.
He'd just have to make sure he never found out. Ever. Period.
Ahhhh this was going to be such an awkward and weird night. He hadn't seen her since... well... the morning after last Venus Day, which was supposed to have given him ample time to reflect on what they were and what he wanted them to be. Supposed to. In actuality, he'd made absolutely zero progress in that area.
And here he was again, his hair braided back in a tight French braid this year by the cherubs and a borrowed outfit. Pieces of his bangs loosely fell to either side of his ears before joining the braid. His clothing wasn't too flashy: just a tan, pressed dress shirt inside a baby blue vest and a pair of matching slacks. He also had a bright red bowtie, as if somehow the cherubs knew who he was supposed to be here with. It was uncanny.
An awkward smile plastered to his face - it very well may have been twitching - Wellspring made his way from his room to the main hall with a single red rose in hand. One of the cherubs had practically forced it on him. What was he supposed to do with that? His eyes scanned the room as he walked around looking for Aurelia
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Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2019 10:11 am
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Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2019 10:23 am
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 Kelebek clung to Hjortur's arm, as usual at these events. Again, she wasn't sure why she let herself get talked into going every year. Something catastrophic always happened, but she supposed no one had ever been hurt...she just always made an absolute fool of herself.
Although last year she'd gotten a pair of grandchildren out of it, so maybe they weren't all bad.
Already beginning to feel parched from their journey here, Kelebek began to steer them toward the fountain. She desperately wanted to soak her tail. Not to mention she wanted her tail back in the first place. She peered at her feet with distaste. So unattractive. "C'mon, love," she said softly to Hjortur, "Let's get back into the water."
She spared a glance over her shoulder at the guardsman who'd "accompanied" them to the party. Hjortur had said that he'd been assigned to keep an eye on him, but Kelebek wasn't so sure. What happened to the princesses was awful, but surely they didn't still suspect Hjortur and his family? Her already-nervous mind started to churn. What if their "escort" wasn't all he appeared to be? What if he was here for another purpose? She narrowed her eyes. Perhaps it would be best to "accidentally" get separated from the blue fish.
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Leone let out a squeak of panic when he heard a voice that seemed to be addressing him. He jumped a bit and almost landed on the floor as a crumpled mess, but somehow managed to stay standing. He still kept his grip on the column though. He turned his head toward the voice, and noticed a very pretty naiad there. Which of course, made him more nervous and anxious. "Uh-uh f-f-f-fine..." Was all he could mutter out as he continued to hug the column and moved around it until she could only see his head, forgetting that many others would now be able to see him and how ridiculous he was acting.
