Toxoglossa 2020/10/13(Tue)20:42 No. 978486 ID: c70ff4
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“Are we ready?” Casey’s tail swishes back and forth in the foyer: mild annoyance swinging it like a metronome. She taps her foot impatiently as Kol and Gabe bustle around.

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“Just a sec.” Gabe dashes by the mirror and pauses to touch up his lips.

“Gabe, what happened to your suit?” Casey asks

He caps his lipstick and stows it in a pocket of space. “Ugh, fuck that suit. Last time I wore it, I felt like I couldn’t breathe the whole night.”

“You couldn’t breathe, so you opted for a corset instead?”

“Ye- uh...” He bites his lip, leaving the faintest smudge of pink on his incisors. “Look, that suit didn’t fit me!”

“You could have just had it adjusted, you know?” Casey sighs. "You had weeks to get it done."

“Didn’t fit me on, like, a spiritual level!” He wags a finger. “I’m done with them! I need a fresh look!”

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“I don’t know, I could grow to like them.” Kol shrugs against his suit jacket, and steps up next to Casey.
“Shouldn’t we have been there already?”

Casey sighs, “We should have been there ten minutes ago. You guys took forever getting ready.”

“Hey, if we’re doing this, my look has to be perfect.” Gabe takes his position between them and opens a gate.

Toxoglossa 2020/10/13(Tue)20:42 No. 978489 ID: c70ff4
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Together they step through into the sunlight. Breezy sea air catches their clothes as they stride across brilliant, white marble. The campus of the college of senders stretches out around them in crisp angles and perfect lines. Before them, a wide causeway of steps climbs the slope: leading to the statue of Madam Moot herself. At the base of the monument a small crowd has gathered, murmuring excitedly to one another in anticipation.

Is this Miki's wedding?

>>978489
Graduation? Wedding?

Doesn't seem to be the wedding since it's in senders' college. Could it be for their departing to etherial plane?

i hope it's the wedding or some other ceremony; a corset is a terrible choice if there's a risk of danger or of needing to be dexterous

gabe is a cutie

I agree on all points. Gabe <i>is</i> a cutie and they're all dressed up more suited for an event than for an expedition (with the possible exception of Kol). I like the idea of a wedding.

Toxoglossa 2020/10/15(Thu)19:28 No. 978646 ID: c70ff4
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Climbing the staircase, they make their way to the edge of the crowd. Waving hello’s to familiar faces, they find Cecil Ochre standing with a clipboard. Next to him is a table with a small collection of lanterns, each burning with a different colored flame.

Cecil checks their names off of his clipboard, “I was wondering when we were going to see you! Glad you made it in time.”I hope you’re all ready.”

>>978646
Oh good. Do we get to pick our colors?

See if you can get colors that match or compliment yours.

"Yes, we're all ready." I'm assuming you are, since you spent the time to get gussied up.

Toxoglossa 2020/10/19(Mon)16:20 No. 978980 ID: c70ff4
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“I think so. Raithe tried to explain it all to us but we’re not quite sure what all to do.” Casey admits. “We’re not exactly adept at elemental magic.”

“Neither am I, I’m afraid.” Cecil’s pencil taps thoughtfully on the clipboard. “Most of it seem’s pretty simple: flame bearers will take their positions and one after another we add our fires to the ritual.”
He holds up a lantern of his own and points, “There’s a lever on the side that’ll open the bottom, which will drop the fire into a trail of oil.”

“Seems simple enough.” Gabe nods along.

“And as you do so, you’re supposed to keep some kind of truth held in your mind: something true to yourself, I suppose.” Mr. Ochre shrugs. “I’m not entirely sure what is meant by that part, to be honest. But I shall do my best.”

“After the truefire is lit, Miki and Raithe will say their vows and ask the guests to give their blessings to the couple. That’s about it for the ceremony itself.”

>>978980
Oh this is interesting. Let's think of some truths about ourselves. Things that haven't changed about us for as long as we know.

>>978987
As far as I can tell, the truest idea in our hearts is the love uniting us.

Toxoglossa 2020/10/20(Tue)19:53 No. 979146 ID: c70ff4
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"Something true..." Casey eyes her lantern as she thinks aloud.

"Raithe says it doesn't have to be very complex, just something true." Mr. Ochre shrugs again.

Gabe picks up a lantern for himself, burning with a bright ruby flame. "We've got time to think about it at least."

“Where’s Flashing Feathers?” Kol cranes his neck, eyeing the crowd. “Would be nice to get a blessing from a god, or former god.”

“Oh he’s already at work on that.” Cecil gives a beaky smile and looks out to sea, “There’s a line of storms headed this way: he’s giving us a window to hold the ceremony, but he’ll join us for the reception.”

“Are we the last ones? I hope everyone can make it.” Casey looks around at the various flame bearers mixed in the crowd.

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“Still waiting on-“ Cecil checks his clipboard but is interrupted by the swish of red silk. A curtain appears in midair and is pulled aside by the blazing figure of Cauldera. At her side is-

“Vivian La Fey...” Cecil breathes and drops his pencil.

"Cecil, no.
Do not turn this into a battle of the fans."

>>979147
She never fails to impress, does she?

>>979147
Tell Vivian she's looking good.
Tell Cauldera she looks good and also... the same? Phoenixes don't change after a rebirth huh?

Toxoglossa 2020/10/22(Thu)19:10 No. 979312 ID: c70ff4
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Cecil scrambles to recover and stands ramrod straight as he checks the guest list. “Uh-um- C- Cauldera, I believe?” His eyes flicker between the pair frantically.

“-Plus one.” Cauldera beams, taking a lantern. The flame within burns same hue as her plumage, now refreshed and glowing in the sun. “Are we late?”

“N-not excessively so!” Mr Ochre stammers. “O-one might say fashionably late?” He smiles back nervously.

“Heya Viv!” Gabe steps in to rescue the bowerbird. “Love the dress! Have you met Cecil Ochre? Big fan, Isn’t that right?” The mouse wraps an arm around him amicably and winks.

The hapless bird nods mutely and Vivian cocks hear head, “Ochre? Mr. Ochre, right? You always buy box 17? No, I don’t believe we’ve met. Thank you for the roses, though. Pleasure to meet you.” She smiles warmly, reducing the poor bird to a stammering mess.

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“And I don’t think you’ve met my partner Casey yet, either.” Gabe continues, giving Casey a nudge and a wink.

“A pleasure.” Casey beams at the fey. Vivian offers her hand and Casey pecks a kiss on the back of it.

“I heard through the grapevine you recently uncovered some writings by the old teacher herself. Is this true?” Vivian asks in a kind of meandering curiosity.

>>979313
As a history buff, it's exciting stuff. Another time though.. there's more pressing matters afoot.

Yeah, you're working on translating it.

Absolutely this is the case. If she feels up to talking about it sometime later, why not invite her to chat? Might help clarify things to bounce it off someone else.

Toxoglossa 2020/10/26(Mon)18:29 No. 979712 ID: c70ff4
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“Tuvara-Malli? You mean the book we found? How’d you know about that?” Casey shoots a glance at Gabe, who shrugs helplessly.

“I hear all kinds of things.” The kitsune replies cryptically. “If its true, I would love to see it. Her verse is...” She sighs deeply, ending with a purr of adoration.

“I know, right?” A dreamy eyed look of mutual appreciation comes over Casey. “I never thought I’d see her work with my own eyes. Would you be interested in seeing it some time? We’re honestly hoping someone can help translate it.”

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“I’d certainly love to try! Its a date, then.” The kitsune nods conclusively and grins. “We’ll get together soon.”

“I think I’ll skip that date,” Cauldera chuckles, “old books and me don’t agree with one another. Though, I do like when you read to me.”

>>979713
Serenading a songbird sounds like swell soiree

Toxoglossa 2020/10/27(Tue)18:41 No. 979790 ID: c70ff4
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Vivian and Caulera bid them adieu to go mingle with the guests, the crowd parting in amazement around the starlet and the phoenix. Casey waves them goodbye and blinks absentmindedly. “Did... did I just make a date to read fey poetry with Vivian?”

“Sure sounded like it.” Kol puts an arm around her shoulder.

“Okay.” Casey nods while staring off at nothing in particular. “Wanted to make sure I didn’t just dream that.”

Taking their flames, the guests start to assemble into a loose line as they file towards the statue.

"Psst... when do we get the dancer-in-a-cake?"

File towards the statue, then! File like you mean it!

You go, girl. You're absolutely on point!

Toxoglossa 2020/11/02(Mon)17:10 No. 980288 ID: 07b0f1
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Taking their flames, the guests start to assemble into a loose line as they file towards the statue.
The guides find themselves behind a pair of older chinchillas chatting amiably to one another, about seeing the city from above.

>>980288
Miki's parents? Grandparents? Say hello.

If those are her parents you absolutely have to chat them up.

Ask them how they feel about their new spirit-in-law.
Then explain the sex.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/05(Thu)18:28 No. 980421 ID: 07b0f1
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“Excuse me, are you Miki’s parents?” Casey asks politely.

“Got it in one!” The husband passes his lantern to his other hand and offers his palm to shake. “Name’s Claude. Pleasure to meet you!” He smiles from behind an uneven hedgerow of a mustache.

“And I’m Della. Nice to finally meet some of Miki’s friends.” Miki’s mom exchanges a couple of fluffy hugs with the guides.

“Nice to meet you both!” Casey beams, “I’m Casey. That’s Kol and this is Gabe. We’re spirit guides. Miki’s been a big help, and always a good friend.”

Della gasps and nearly drops her lantern. “The spirit guides! Claude its them! Miki talks about you all the time! Its so wonderful to finally meet you!” She bustles in place frantically. “Claude its so exciting!”

“So these are the mice who helped my girl find her love!” Claude laughs and claps Gabe on the back with a callused hand. “I was wondering whether she would ever find someone. She put so much of herself into that bakery, we were wondering if she’d ever find someone. Little did we realize she was conspiring to marry her oven!”

“Claude!” Della baps him in the shoulder and the dad belly laughs. “Seriously, thank you. Miki’s spent so much of her life in a kitchen, its good to see all of the people she’s met.”

"Her kitchen is pretty frantic, you got your money's worth on that fire charm!

So we're busy looking for the history of Augustine Moot and the undead won't stop bugging us until we tell them what the flip happened at the weird end of the war."

(Because apparently talking to random people gets you answers)

>>980421
It'd be no understatement to say that she has touched many peoples' lives for the better. Sometimes, it feels our luck really turned around when we helped her meet Raithe.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/08(Sun)11:39 No. 980630 ID: 07b0f1
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“Miki’s pretty incredible that way. Everyone she meets she seems to help in some way.” Kol grins as he thinks back, “Even we were struggling until we helped her and Raithe meet. She’s put us in touch with a lot of people who we were able to help and even gone with us on a case or two.”

“My baby’s having so many adventures!” Tears glisten behind Della’s glasses.

Miki’s dad flicks an anxious ear. “Nothing too dangerous I hope..."

>>980630
"Er, nothing too serious we think. And we've been very grateful to have her along the times we've hung around. Maybe we can tell of some of them in more detail later?"

>>980630
Nah you didn't take her to plunder an ancient lich's tomb or anything.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/10(Tue)17:59 No. 980777 ID: 07b0f1
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“Nah, ‘s not like we took her to a lich’s tomb or something.” Gabe waves dismissively.

“Well...” Casey reminds him, “she did come with us onto Caleb’s boat, which was haunted at the time.”

“Yeah, but Adrian wasn’t hurting anybody! he was a really sweet guy for a lich!” Kol gives Miki’s parents a nervous sorry we took your daughter into danger grin. “He just needed our help!”

“We didn’t exactly know that though. Buuuut it was kind of an emergency, since I’d just fallen off that cliff.” Casey concedes.

Miki’s parents stare back with a glassy-eyed smile of polite horror. “Oh, that’s... interesting!” Della remarks primly.

“We’ll have to tell you the whole sto-“ Kol stops and his eyes dart sideways, “-most of the story later. Miki was a huge help though: figured out where Adrian had hidden Caleb’s skin and helped him move on to the other side.”

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Claude’s agape mouth twists into a fascinated rictus. Della’s eye twitches as her smile remains in place.

>>980778
You should probably add that Caleb is a selkie, his skin is detachable and is part of a marriage ritual. He wasn't, uh, skinned.

>>980779
This.

And then shut up before you upset them even more!

>>980777
Selkie! Normal for Selkies! Uh, we promise we're professionals.. your daughter is a joy.

Tell them about the strip volleyball match.

Maybe explain it as a harmless magic item and symbol of trust, like Miki's own fire resistance amulet? Also make sure to clarify that nobody got seriously injured in any way associated with that job, not even when you accidentally cut a tree down while chasing the client off a cliff.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/12(Thu)17:35 No. 980891 ID: 07b0f1
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“No, I mean- Caleb’s a selkie! They take their skin off to change forms! Its part of a marriage ritual for selkies!” Kol backpedals desperately. His darting eyes catch sight of a familiar silhouette among the crowd. “ Oh wait- look there he is! Hey, Caleb!”

The sailor turns at the sound of his name and stares at the frantically waving mouse. He waves back hesitantly, happy to see Kol but struggling to read the situation.

“See? Heheheheh-heh.” Kol takes a deep breath as his pulse drums in his ears. “It was all quite an adventure.” Casey pats him gently on the back and squeezes his shoulder reassuringly.

“That’s uh- fascinating.” Claude remarks after his brain has had a bit of a reboot. He glances back up at the selkie, who’s scars rise up out of his old wedding kimono and wrap up around his head. “So, that was you guys with the lichfire a couple of months back? I tell ya, gave us all a scare. We thought the old lords were back or something.” He chuckles nervously before asking, “They’re not, right?”

Oh, no! Not at all! In fact, they've vanished so completely that we're having trouble researching them. They didn't leave much behind that was comprehensible.

>>980891
"Well, a lord's general at least, no biggie."

Also reassure them that Miki is already settled down and is better off leaving the adventuring to us Guides.

"Actually, that's the problem. Since the Lords and Saints mysteriously vanished at the end of the war, their surviving armies have spent their spare time trying to find out what the heck happened. Hence the mountain-sized undead dog that walked up to the city.

They've agreed to stay away from us for now but they won't leave until they get closure for how the war ended."

>>980891
No, they're gone as far as you can tell, only remnants remain. Actually you're looking to find records of what happened to them at the end of the war.

Yeah, don't lie, but definitely say no. "No, just some of the things they left behind. We're actually trying to research some related information right now."

>>980901
This sounds like the best option.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/13(Fri)18:03 No. 980947 ID: 07b0f1
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“No, no.” Kol reassures Miki’s parents, “nothing like that. Mostly just the remnants of a lost era.” His gaze flickers sideways for a moment, unable to avoid glancing at the looming shape of the bargast. He tactfully decides not to mention the horde of undead threatening to awaken and march on the town.

“We did catch one of them and trap him in a crystal!” Gabe interjects, beaming at them, “This old lich tried taking over Kol’s body and Kol was able to force him out and- oh yeah that was kind of my fault...” His grin twists itself up in embarrassment. “What ever happened to that guy anyway?”

Casey reminds him, “Three Horns still has him. They’re hoping he’ll give them some clue about how to run the quicksilver machine. No luck so far.”

“Ahh. Well, I’m glad we were able to help kobolds with their water supply, at least. I wouldn’t mind dropping by to visit them again some time soon.” Gabe sighs wistfully, remembering their first night among the kobolds.

Miki’s parents listen, fascinated but unable to follow along. Before they can inquire more a sudden light lances up over the crowd as the truefire ceremony begins.

>>980947
Does this ceremony involve quiet? Probably better to focus on it rather than chatting in any case.

>>980947
"Woop! Showtime! Sorry, folks, but we're gonna have to continue this conversation later."

This is exciting!

Toxoglossa 2020/11/17(Tue)18:09 No. 981238 ID: 07b0f1
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Above them, a bonfire of pristine white pine logs blazes merrily, set on a weathered stone platform traditionally used to for signal fires. The roaring conflagration leaps hungrily into the air, fed by the steady wind coming off the coast. The guests “ooh” appreciatively as Delilah adds the first of the lanterns to the pyre; causing it to flare purple for a moment as its consumed.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/17(Tue)18:09 No. 981239 ID: 07b0f1
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“Oh shoot, we need some kind of truth to add to this thing, right?” Gabe mutters, looking at the tiny flame in his lantern. “I should have been thinking of what to think of, uhhhh. So what do we need, like... something objectively true? Because I know a lot of math, would that work?”

Claude shrugs, “I’m quite not sure myself. Miki tried explaining it to us and I think its supposed to be some kind of personal truth? I don’t know if math counts.”

“I think she said that’s one of the reasons why the ceremony takes so many people.” Della explains, “It takes a lot of little truths and kind of... distills them together. It’s all very exciting!”

“Ugh, introspection.” Gabe sags and mutters, “my one weakness.”

>>981239
Alright I'll give it a shot.

Gabe: Go for shallow introspection. It's a personal truth? You like looking pretty.
Kol: you're looking forward to getting closer to Caleb.
or if Kol wants something deeper he can reaffirm his feelings about death.
Casey: uh
I know the least about Casey. What does freedom mean for a Binder?

Nah man, don't worry, you got this.

"I... fuckin' love boys and girls fuckin'."

Or more seriously, since this is supposed to be a proud and happy moment:

"Becoming a Sender was one of the proud-happiest moments of my life."

>>981238
Honestly, one that applies to all three of you would be that you're happy in your relationship with each other.
Gabe, are you proud of yourself of for how far you've come as a sender? Long ways away from snipping people's tails.
Kol, Death means nothing if you didn't make your life worth it. Wouldn't you say that you've lived your best life so far? And yet more to come.
Casey, your pursuit of knowledge and learning has brought you before old gods and forgotten tribes. You know the hunt is not over yet.

And you all will do so together.

You don't need anything deeply profound, just true: "little truth's". You're happy with each other, and that's a simple enough truth.

"Everything that we know and love is reducible to the absurd acts of chemicals, and there is therefore no intrinsic value in this material universe."

Just say you love sex with Delilah and see where it goes from there.

Also, what happens if too many people lie?

I think that to keep the truth related to Miki, one of them could mention that helping her and Raithe started the spirit guides on their path of successes. Before that, they were clumsy, but helping a friend helped them out a lot.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/19(Thu)18:11 No. 981453 ID: 07b0f1
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The line shuffles forward as one by one, the lanterns are added to the ceremony. Murmured excitement runs through the crowd as the roaring bonfire flashes a spectrum of colors. The guides near the top of the mountain, each quietly contemplating their own truths to add to the sacred fire.

Ahead of them, Miki’s parents step up to the peak, closing their eyes and adding their flames to a line of oil. The brilliant violet fire races into the heart of the blaze and washes upwards with a roar.

“I- I hope we did it right.” Claude says, stepping back from the heat. “Uh, your turn I believe.”

Toxoglossa 2020/11/19(Thu)18:11 No. 981454 ID: 07b0f1
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“I guess I’ll go first.” Kol steps up and releases the lever on his lantern. As the fire roars with a sapphire hue, he thinks to himself.

”I’m living an amazing, full life; I’ll give it as much meaning as I can before I must accept its end.“

Toxoglossa 2020/11/19(Thu)18:11 No. 981455 ID: 07b0f1
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Casey takes his place and opens her lantern. A rich sea green flame flickers over the bonfire as she thinks.

”Ive pursued knowledge and history and seen old gods, lost tribes and spells spoken of in myth.
There’s so much more to see and learn, and I'm proud of all I've discovered.”

Toxoglossa 2020/11/19(Thu)18:12 No. 981456 ID: 07b0f1
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“Uh, okay...” Gabe steps into place and thinks for one last moment before opening the latch and letting a blood red flame burst forth.

”Everyone thought I couldn’t be a sender because I was just a horny goofball, but you know what? I did it! I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished!”

”Also spite me, Delilah, looking good! I wonder if she wants to hook up after the reception? I hope she likes my look: I’m feelin’ really pretty today. Pretty horny, I mean. Heheh got’em. Oh wait, is all this going in the fire? Shit-fuck, uh disregard all that. Can I start over? I- I’m just gonna stand over here.”

Gabe sidles over and joins the crowd who’s already added their flames. Blushing with a tinge of socian anxiety, he sets his empty lantern down with the rest of them and stands near his partners.

Amazing how something so simple as a truth makes you freeze up when put on the spot.

Kol no...no no no no no...
I don't like that sentence.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/21(Sat)19:01 No. 981704 ID: 07b0f1
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As the last of the lanterns is added the crowd murmurs expectantly. Excitement and concern flicker from person to person.

”Did we do it right?”

”Where’s Miki?”

“And Raithe? Wouldn’t he know if its working?”

“What do we do now?”

The guests mill about anxiously, watching the fire for signs of the completed spell.

As they do, a whoop calls out from above. Soaring in on blazing wings, Raithe lazily circles the monument, cradling his bride in his arms as he descends.

“Hey everybody!” Miki waves at the crowd and calls, “Sorry about the wait! I guess we could have timed this better!”

>>981704
Hey Miki, you are slightly on fire, is that normal?

We should put out the flames on her clothes before they burn away completely and leave her naked. I don’t think Miki would enjoy being naked in front of everyone on her wedding day!

It's your wedding girl! You time things however you dang well please!

>>981704
Still a killer entrance! And that dress is lit

I hope the dress is only a special effect...

Toxoglossa 2020/11/24(Tue)18:58 No. 982023 ID: 07b0f1
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Raithe comes in for a careful landing, his wings flapping heavily and sending a sizzling wind across the platform. He sets Miki down and stands back to admire the bonfire. “Great job everybody! I think this should be enough!”

“I knew this was going to be too long...” Miki slaps at the burning edges of her bridal gown. The boundaries of her fire ward keep the fire from spreading, but the unprotected silk scorches and drifts away in little embers.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/24(Tue)18:58 No. 982024 ID: 07b0f1
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“Aw, I like it.” Raithe grins happily down at her. Atop one of his horns, a band of metal glows cherry red with heat. “Its very Us.”

“Thanks, hon. All that’s left is you and me, right?” Miki takes her place beside him.

“Just us.” Raithe extends his hand and she takes it. “Ready?”

>>982023
Don't crowd around, everyone stay seated

Prepare for a harrowing fight, because either (A) yet another quest hook is going to ruin the wedding, or (B) while the ceremony will finish without a hitch the newlywed bride and groom will want to thank their best people very profusely and practicing your magics will get you sufficiently rowdy.

Let them have this. You can applaud uproariously once things have proceeded apace.

Good view of Raithe's butt from here.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/25(Wed)17:57 No. 982106 ID: 07b0f1
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The couple nods to one another and take a pair of deep breaths. The guests hustle back as twin streams of fire pour into the blaze, spiraling around one another into a roaring cyclone. The bonfire takes wild and primordial shapes as the spell begins to take effect.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/25(Wed)17:57 No. 982107 ID: 07b0f1
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The core rises from red to orange to white hot, until its brightness is too powerful to gaze on. The guests shield their eyes as one last burst of magic ties the spell together in a dazzling flare.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/25(Wed)17:57 No. 982109 ID: 07b0f1
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As the guests blink away spots in their vision, they find the bonfire smoldering and extinguished: seemingly empty except for ash and soot.

>>982109
Did it work?

Let's hope we didn't accidentally signal another army.

>>982107
Oohhs and awes!

>>982109
I pronounce you Chinchilla and Salamander. You may now smooch the bride.

>>982109
... there’s a babby elemental in there, isn’t there?

Toxoglossa 2020/11/26(Thu)15:03 No. 982178 ID: 07b0f1
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Miki wrings her hands nervously, “Did... did we do it?” She cranes her neck to peer into the remnants of the bonfire.

Raithe steps cautiously into the fire pit, shouldering aside one of the logs in a cascade of sparks. He reaches down into the ash, fishing around for something before returning to his bride.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/26(Thu)15:03 No. 982179 ID: 07b0f1
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“Look!” He opens his hand and shows her a tiny flame, roughly the size of a grain of rice and burning diamond bright.

“Its so small...” Miki murmurs, scarcely breathing out of fear she might snuff it out.

Raithe chuckles, “Its refined. It takes a lot of work to make something so precious.” The salamander stands and holds his palm up for the curious guests to see. “Thank you, everyone! I can tell how much you put of yourselves into this. I... I want to show you how much it means to Miki and me.”

Kiss de girl.

>>982179
There really isn't much we know about this ritual. It's fun to see it all unfold in front of us. Pay attention now.

>>982150
>>982179
Current observation is unconfirmed but points to "YES".

Incoming Honeymoon Orgy in 5...

>>982179
Wait, is this how baby fire elementals are made?

It's tiny and gorgeous, just like the bride. But what do you do with it next?

Toxoglossa 2020/11/27(Fri)19:52 No. 982288 ID: 07b0f1
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The elemental gets down on one knee, holding the truefire out for his bride to see. He takes a deep breath and tells her.

“Miki. I love you. I will always love you and I want to be with you until the day my fires run cold and dreams have all faded. Even then I will still love you.”

The seed sized flame pulses and spreads with every word of his vow. Raithe spreads his fingers wide as the blaze grows from a speck in his hand to a gleaming white light the size of a heart.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/27(Fri)19:53 No. 982289 ID: 07b0f1
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Raithe passes the flame to Miki, who takes it in both hands and marvels speechlessly. She blinks away tears, refusing to look away despite the searing light. She tries to speak, falters and starts again.

“Raithe... Ever since I met you, my life has been so... full. Full of... joy a- and magic and... love and-.”

In her hands, the truefire grows inch by inch. She pauses, her heart aflutter with emotion. “Sorry. I- I thought I knew what I was gonna say... I’m... oh Fates, Raithe.”

“Its okay.” He reaches down, cupping Miki’s hands in his. “Tell it the truth,” he instructs her, gently.

>>982289
It's okay to shead a tear here. Three simple words..

Tell him you love him and want to be with him for the rest of your life.

>>982291
No bad idea do not quench the flame.

Say you can love this whole world... because of Raithe. You can experience everything this world has to offer because of him. And you wouldn't have it any other way. Then thank him.

>>982289
Say you love him like no other, that everyday is your most special day when he is with you.

Toxoglossa 2020/11/29(Sun)14:27 No. 982426 ID: 07b0f1
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The chinchilla bride closes her eyes and squares her shoulders. Finding the words in her determination, Miki’s vow comes exploding out of her as she shouts into the fire.

”I love you! I love waking up every morning next to you! I love working with you and being with you and I want to keep on loving you for as long as I live!”

Toxoglossa 2020/11/29(Sun)14:27 No. 982427 ID: 07b0f1
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The truefire jumps and roars in her hands as Miki’s vow feeds the spell. Raithe clasps his hands around it, forcing the flame upwards into a blinding white column like a spear of pure radiance. The guests shield their eyes as the light washes over them, falling back under the power of Miki’s conviction.

“I love you so much Raithe! I- I want to be with you forever! I- I- I....”

Miki’s voice gives out and she stops to finally breathe again. She opens her eyes a hairline crack to glimpse the towering flame, only to be forced to look away an instant later. “Raithe!” She calls out over the sound of the fire.

Now let's not panic. But perhaps Vivian and Cauldera should be on alert..

Huh, it responds to emotion too? Raithe was calm so it didn't get super big like this from his doubtless very true vow.
Um, yeah, I don't know what's supposed to be happening here so maybe Raithe can ask for help if it's needed?

Oh my god these dorks.
I wouldn't panic, but we should probably figure out a course of action. I don't think we can kill the flame with dumb little fibs like what we ate for breakfast this morning, so that might be a decent way to dim it a little bit.
That said, if a display this sickeningly adorable is normal, sit back and watch the show.

>>982427
There’s nothing we can do except wait it out. Definitely don’t try telling fibs to make it smaller, since that might ruin the entire thing!

Toxoglossa 2020/12/01(Tue)16:36 No. 982617 ID: 07b0f1
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“Hang on!” The elemental takes her hands and together they encircle the truefire, fighting to control it. Little arcs of light lance out from between their fingers as the box it in like a tiny sun.

At last they manage to contain it, feeling the fury of the truefire burn itself out in the tiny space between them. Cautiously, they open their hands, revealing a now diminished flame burning brightly. Catching one another's eye, they laugh timidly and turn to face their guests.

Toxoglossa 2020/12/01(Tue)16:36 No. 982618 ID: 07b0f1
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“Heheh, sorry about that!” Raithe quickly places the remaining truefire into an empty lantern. “I never expected it to get that, uh... strong.”

Slowly, the guests recover from the dazzling display and start to clap. With the vows said, the crowd shows their support, cheering congratulations for the newlyweds as more and more people join in.

Raithe turns to Miki, feeling bashful as the center of so much attention. “Uh... what- what happens now?”

>>982618
You may kiss the bride.

I believe the tradition is to kiss, throw the bouquet, then eat wedding cake.

Smooch! Smooch! SMOOCH!! Firekisses!

Miki, you now may kiss the groom. (After you take the lantern from Raithe and he sweeps you up into his arms.)

>>982620
I thought you're supposed to kiss the cake, throw the bride and eat the bouquet.

... Wow. That burned so bright it seemed unhealthy.
I don't think any union orgy could hurt your marriage. So do that.

Toxoglossa 2020/12/02(Wed)18:36 No. 982685 ID: 07b0f1
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Somewhere in the crowd Gabe’s voice reaches him, “Kiss her you big, fiery dingus!”

Toxoglossa 2020/12/02(Wed)18:36 No. 982686 ID: 07b0f1
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The salamander blushes the color of magma and looks down at Miki, who takes his hand and stands on tiptoes for him. They come together for their first kiss as husband and wife. Its as welcome and familiar as a thousand kisses before it, and yet the beginning of something new and exciting together. Its a kiss sweet and chaste and a little awkward, as things tend to be when dozens of friends look on; full of tiny giggles and unspoken promises to one another.

As the perfect moment ends, husband and wife share a look, silently confiding with one another in amazement: did that just happen? They share a last giddy giggle before turning back to their friends and Miki shouts, “Okay, who wants cake?!”

>>982686
well of course near everyone wants cake, but the owner(s?) of a bakery will no doubt have plenty to spare

>>982686
I want cake...

>>982686
If this is going to be a multi-layered cake, we should save the largest base layer for flashing feathers. And that cake topper better be on point

Cheer. Not just for cake. But because they DID IT!

But also because cake.

... Wait.

Did you two just spend thousands of dollars on hosting this wedding and then give out an entire week's worth of pastries away for free? Businesses, successful or not, don't stay sane if their budgets are written on impulse!

I mean, free advertising, but most of the audience is just visiting.

It's not free cake if you pay your own business for it and treat it like the personal expense it is. After all, would they pay less if they paid some other business for it?

None of that really matters though. Yes! Everyone wants cake!

Oooh, yes, cake. The perfect ending to a perfect wedding.

Toxoglossa 2020/12/04(Fri)17:58 No. 982758 ID: 07b0f1
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Miki and Raithe lead their guests down the stairs to the sender academy, where one of the courtyards has been set aside for the reception. Water flows from precisely cut channels in the stone, feeding a small garden. Vines and fig trees gnarl their way through the colonnade, their broad leaves rustling in the sea breeze and casting dappled shadows across the bemused guests.

At their approach, some of Cecil’s waitstaff begins laying out the spread: savory meats roasted and dripping with dark glazes, deep tureens of fragrant bisques with fresh baked bread to mop up every drop, lightly fried rolls filled with meat and veggies, glazed with sweet and spicy sauces.

The crowning jewels, of course, are the pastries. Baked in a frantic rush in the days leading up to the wedding, Miki’s own specialties overflow for the guests to enjoy. Towering stacks of cupcakes teeter over a rainbow of tarts and macaroons while brownies and cookies are haphazardly stacked on silver trays. Dwarfing them all is the cake: nearly a meter across at the base, with the uppermost layer baked and iced to look like their oven. Crowning the piece, are a pair of glass figurines molded in the shape of Miki and Raithe.

With the ceremony over, the guests are free to wander about, and talk to anyone they’d like.

CAKE BROWNIES COOKIES EAT SOME

Gabe should flirt with Delilah, Casey and Kol should chat with Cecil.

>>982758
Del would be cool to visit. Wonder what her truth was..

Time to meet some new people.

This is a Wedding, the immediate priority is to find the bar

Toxoglossa 2020/12/06(Sun)19:53 No. 982900 ID: 07b0f1
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“Ah! If you’ll give me just a minute guys...” Gabe excuses himself from his partners and sidles up to the drinks table next to Delilah.

“Hey, Del! Good to see you!” He taps her on the shoulder and the healer breaks into a smile.

“Gabe! Good to see you too! I like the outfit! Way better look than the suit.” She gives the skinny mouse a hug and a quick kiss on the cheek.

Behind her, the waiter pops open a bottle of champagne with a practiced hand and pours them two glasses without spilling a drop. They clink their drinks with a crystalline chime and share a sip.

“I know right?” Gabe sighs, “I’m thinking of opening a gate at the bottom of the sea or if n a volcano to dispose of that spiteful thing. You’re looking good! Love the dress!”

Delilah blushes under her curly bangs, “Thanks! I bought it just for this. Though, Fates, did you see Vivian is here? I didn’t know she knew Miki!”

>>982900
It seems like this town has gotten a lot smaller lately hasn't it?

Toxoglossa 2020/12/07(Mon)13:40 No. 982961 ID: 07b0f1
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“I swear, this town just keeps getting smaller and smaller. They ran into each other a couple of weeks back or something while showing her date, Cauldera, around. Apparently she's known Caleb for years.” Gabe explains. "Looks like they really hit it off."

“Oooh, that makes sense. Is she a phoenix?” Delilah looks over at the pair, who’ve attracted a small crowd on their own. “They look amazing together. You know I still think back to that night and how amazing it was.” 

“Mmm, me too.” Gabe’s eyes go all dreamy as he sips his champagne. “I would love to do something like that again.”

“Heheh, I bet you would. I wouldn’t mind another night in her boudoir myself.”

It's no boudoir, but Gabe's pocket space is shaping up nicely, isn't it?

Maybe you two should hang out with them for a bit, find a good time to broach the subject of having an afterparty with them.

>>982961
"Why, Delilah! If I didn't know any better, I'd say you'd fancy another sexy party."

Toxoglossa 2020/12/07(Mon)14:50 No. 982965 ID: 07b0f1
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Gabe cocks his glass at her with a grin, “You know, I've been working on a spacial boudoir of my own. You want to, maybe, get together after the festivities? We could just have a night to ourselves."

“Only if you’re ready for a workout, skinny.” Gabe feels a large, warm hand on his posterior. “I’ve been a little pent up lately.” 

>>982965
Now would be the time to ask the bartender if they have cucumber water. You know, to have on standby.

"Threaten me with a good time~"

Toxoglossa 2020/12/08(Tue)17:17 No. 983119 ID: 07b0f1
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Gabe smirks, trying not to let his bravado fail. “Oh no. I might have bitten off more than I can chew. Maybe I should call in backup? How about some kobolds? I’m sure the warren would love to see you again.”
“Oh no no,” Delilah places a finger on his nose to make a point. “You said ‘a night to ourselves’. That means just you, me, and aaaall the healing magic I can conjure up.” 

Toxoglossa 2020/12/08(Tue)17:18 No. 983120 ID: 07b0f1
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Gabe’s throat goes dry and knocks back his drink in a single gulp. In its brief passage over his pallet, the sparkling wine expresses a richness of flavor and depth that can only be experienced by those truly doomed. In a rush of sensation the sender’s tastebuds tell a whole history of the wine: from the first tender shoots of the grapevine pushing through the soil, to the soft hum of the vinter as he checks bottles in the cool of the cellar. Gabe manages a strangled squeak.

Toxoglossa 2020/12/08(Tue)17:18 No. 983121 ID: 07b0f1
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“See you tonight...” Delilah promises, her voice rumbling like a distant thunderstorm. She kisses her prey on the cheek and meanders off to say hi to Vivian. 

Once again, Gabe's hips have an uncertain future.
Now Viv.. she's seen it all. How's today fair up against history?

>>983120
Holy shit. Shook that boy so hard he saw the wine's life flash before his eyes.

I can't believe Gabe is fucking dead. Oh well, with Delilah's healing magic he'll pull through. Still, he might want to see if he can get some tools or equipment to help batter down Delilah's defenses, or increase his stamina.

I wonder what Cecil is up to?

Toxoglossa 2020/12/09(Wed)18:35 No. 983255 ID: 07b0f1
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“So you helped put all this together?” Casey asks, taking another bite of cake.

“Oh yes. Organizing things is my forte!” Mr Ochre smiles proudly. “Once they explained what kind of arraignment they needed, I knew just where to look!” The bowerbird casts a glance up at the towering statue of Augustine Moot and waves a hand in explanation, “The harbor used to use the platform by the statue for signal fires, which was perfect for the ceremony. Fortunately the area itself falls under the management of the Sender Academy, and I was able to convince them to allow us to borrow the area as well as the courtyard here.”

“Its lovely! I’ve been up to the library a lot recently but not this side of the campus.”

“Yeah I had no idea.” Says Kol, munching on a veggie roll. “What else have you been up to, Cecil?”

“Oh simply too much!” He beams, “I've been putting together my journals from travels with Flashing Feathers, as well as our exploration of the Highpeaks. I’m looking into getting them published in a series of periodicals. Now that I’m out... experiencing things, I want everyone to read about it!”

"Mister Ochre, I'd love to 'peer-review' all your hard work."

>>983255
Who's the caterer for the stuff Miki didn't make herself?

Like socially acceptable exhibitionism

You are intrigued and would like to subscribe.

How is Flashing Feathers doing? Couldn't he make it to this reception, or...?

Toxoglossa 2020/12/10(Thu)17:31 No. 983346 ID: 07b0f1
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Kol looks up from his sandwich, surprised. “Wait, people really want to read about all that stuff we did?”

“Naturally!” Cecil bubbles with enthusiasm as he recalls the adventure. “Exploring the hidden fortress of a vampire lord, discovering a lost culture of kobolds, standing at the very roof of the world? People are dying to hear about it!”

“Uh, how much detail are you planning on going into, Cecil?”

The bird’s throat bobs and he ruffles his feathers self consciously. “Er, well...”

“I mean, there’s definitely places that will publish that kind of stuff. If you’re interested.”

“Oh my, something to consider...” He fidgets with his fork for a moment before continuing, “Al-although if you like, I could provide you a copy of my journals. If-if you find it particularly, er... engaging I could look into finding a way to publish the full account.“ Cecil blushes deeply under his feathers at the thought.

Can we take a moment to just appreciate how much Cecil has grown? Stepping forward from the recluse life.

>>983346
Does the rest of the expedition get a cut of the royalties?

Yeah get a copy.

>>983346
Perhaps it would be prudent to divide the volume into two editions. The "uncut" edition, so to speak, and a version that only obliquely or tastefully references the crew's various sexcapades.

You wouldn't want stuffy old academia to entirely discredit the use of your text in future learning simply because it was too ribald for their cobwebby old sensibilities. Nevertheless, your emotional and sexual openness has enabled you to overcome challenges peacefully that others may have resorted to force in order to overcome. Including that truth may well be integral to preserving the spirit of your adventures.

Toxoglossa 2020/12/11(Fri)17:30 No. 983415 ID: 07b0f1
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“Wow, yeah I’d love to read it! Although, you might want to split things up into two editions: one of them, er- abridged.” Kol gives the blushing bird an admiring glance, telling him, “You know its kind of amazing how you’ve... come out and experienced so much. When I first met you I never would have assumed you’d be capable.”

“I know right?” Cecil beams, “And I owe so much of it to you three. Without your intervention, I dread to think I would have whittled away my life in that ornate birdcage.”

“Well, we’re all happy for you. I hope Flashing Feathers has been adapting well to this new world.”

“Oh traveling with him has been just a delight. Everything about this era fascinates him, and he- Oh, speak of the deity!” The bird adjusts his spectacles and points to a glitter of scales in the sky. “We better make some room.”

>>983415
Well look who's fashionably late!

Signal the staff to hold down anything loose

Toxoglossa 2020/12/13(Sun)17:28 No. 983529 ID: 07b0f1
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A few moments later the elemental flaps into view. Flashing Feathers Joyous Blue of the Perfect Sky does a lazy circle of the courtyard, before skimming low over the guests and alighting next to his beloved.

“Most beloved it is good to see you. How was the ceremony?” The coatl’s asks, his deep, sonorous voice echoing with strange inflections. He embraces the bird warmly.

“Absolutely splendid, my dear! I wish you could have been here but your help was invaluable. I hope it wasn’t too taxing?” Cecil blushes, realizing how much attention the sudden arrival had drawn.

“No, but I have done all I can,” Flashing Feathers states. “We should have a few more hours before the storm arrives.”

Cecil rubs his beak affectionately against his partner’s cheek in his version of a kiss. “More than enough time, my dear. Come, have some cake!”

Toxoglossa 2020/12/13(Sun)17:28 No. 983530 ID: 07b0f1
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Gabe finds his way back to Casey and Kol, still looking a little pale.

“How was Delilah?” Casey asks between bites on a macaroon.

“She bullied me!” Gabe squeaks.

“Good for her.” Casey remarks, finishing her cookie. “You know they still talk about her in the kobold village? If I remember right, the name they have for her translates to something like ‘insatiable titan’.”

“What, no sympathy then? What about you, Kol?”

“You’ll be fondly remembered.” Kol claps an amiable hand on the sender’s shoulder.

“Its for the best. Its how he always wanted to go...” Casey’s voice is a solemn epitaph.

F

One should consider it lucky to have an end like this.

Think of it like a challenge, Gabe. Don't you want to get good enough to satisfy her needs?

>>983530
Oh come on! Casey, Kol, don’t talk like Gabe is gonna die! Not when you both know that Delilah will make sure that he doesn’t die, no matter how many times she crushes his pelvis!

>>983530
Clearly the best tactic is to triple-team her with the three of you.

It'll make for good training.

>>983547
We can't do that. Delilah said she only wants Gabe. The others are not invited.

>>983533
yeah... yeah!
Gabe you're thinking about this all wrong, embrace the horny!
Consider the crazy sexual misadventures that could be feasible with literally the most controlled environment ever and a trained healer with insane endurance involved.

More seriously though I'm sure you'll both have a wonderful night, if her healing gives you vitality too I'm sure you can work some magic of your own.

Toxoglossa 2020/12/15(Tue)18:38 No. 983725 ID: 07b0f1
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“Oh come on! I’m in peril of having my pelvis pulverized here!” Gabe sags as he accepts his fate.

Kol plants a little kiss on his head and chuckles. “I’m sure you’ll be fine. Del’s a little intense but she’s not gonna murder you. Besides, I’ve seen you satisfy her before; you already know how she likes it.” The medium thinks about it for a moment before acknowledging, “You’re actually... really good at figuring out what people want, you know that?”

“You think so?” Gabe brightens up a bit.

Casey sighs a little begrudgingly and admits, “Yeah, you are always very eager to please. Its one of the reasons we love you.” She gives him a quick, affectionate peck on the cheek.

“Aw, you guys...” Gabe bubbles happily from within.

“And Delilah knows what she’s doing. She’s a healer after all. I think they take a vow to do no harm or something like that. So... you know, just have fun?” Casey scans the crowd, looking for any other guests they might want to say hello to.

>>983725
It would be interesting to see if three horns had ventured out to see more of the surface world. Not betting on it though. What's Caleb up to?

>>983725
Don't think Casey has had a chance to have some fun lewd antics of some kind with Caleb yet...

Toxoglossa 2020/12/17(Thu)17:55 No. 983811 ID: 07b0f1
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“Oh, hang on. I wanted to go say hi to Caleb.” Kol excuses himself, seeking out the bulky, kimono clad shape in the crowd.

As he approaches, he hears the sound of Miki’s dad chatting away, “Course this was years ago, back before we had Miki. A friend of mine had a sloop that we’d take out on the bay and go fishing in. Mostly just a chance to catch up and enjoy some drinks.”

“O’course, yeah.”

“Except for one weekend, we had our lines out and I feel a tug. I set the hook and instantly- “ his hands clap for dramatic effect, “I was in for the ride of my life. Should’a just cut the spited thing free, but I was younger and panicked and full of pride. It took all three of us just to hang on to the thing! Well a fat lot of good it did; whatever it was took one wild turn and pulled me right out of the spited boat!”

Claude sighs and runs his fingers through his hair. “I managed to climb aboard but... the thing is: our fur is so fine that if it gets wet, I mean really wet, its basically ruined. Gets all moldy and foul, so...I had to shave it all off!”

Caleb’s laugh booms out over the crowd, “You mean-?”

“Oh yeah!” Claude shakes his head and moans, “Head to toe, naked and hairless as a newborn. Took me months to grow a new coat, my hair never was the same again, too. Della never let me live it down. Even after Miki was born she’d bring out a photoplate she had made just to show her and say ‘here’s the time Daddy got alllll wet!’”

Caleb notices Kol politely standing off to the side and gives him a wave. “Hey there, Kol! Just trading fishing stories with Miki’s dad here. Care to join us?”

>>983811
Do you think intimacy with a fire is thorough enough drying to stop mold from growing?

>>983811
Don't think you have much in the way of fishing stories do you, Kol?

Toxoglossa 2020/12/18(Fri)18:48 No. 983877 ID: 07b0f1
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“Can’t say I have any fishing stories, but sure.”

“Don’t matter. Its the story that counts. Among the fey, its all about the performance.” Caleb nods sagely.

“Really?” Claude leans forward full of interest. “Is this one of those rules the fey follow?”

“Not really a rule.” The selkie explains, “More like a belief. Its like... stories change things. You can make something more true, or change someones mind, or takes something that never happened and make it real. Its kinda like magic. Magic is just a way of changing things, right? Most fey believe that stories and magic come from the same place.”

“Huh, I never thought of it that way.” Adjusts his glasses thoughtfully and rocks back on his heels full of contemplation.

“Personally I like fishing stories the best. A good fishing story is like a river: Its always changing but still the same river.”

Toxoglossa 2020/12/18(Fri)18:48 No. 983878 ID: 07b0f1
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“So that’s why, take for instance, Vivian’s so dedicated to a performance?” Kol asks.

“What can I say?” Caleb shrugs, “She dedicates everything to her art. Even among the fey, she’s renowned for for it.”

“I saw that she’s here!” Claude mutters in shocked amazement. “I had no idea our Miki knew *the* Vivian. I think Della and I were going to go say hello. One of our first dates was to one of her performances. It took me ages to save up enough for tickets, but I really wanted to impress Della.”

>>983878
That sounds like a story. How you two met and started a family.

>>983878

Well. Now you've GOT to tell us how the rest of it goes, Claude.

Toxoglossa 2020/12/22(Tue)18:13 No. 984188 ID: 07b0f1
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“Oh, you have to tell us about that.” Kol insists.

“I-I’m not sure what all to tell.” Miki’s dad mutters. “We were both students at the time and I was studying to work on auto-carriages. A friend of mine introduced us, thinking that because we were chinchillas ... you know, we’d get along together.”

Caleb chuckles, “How’d that go?”

“Dreadfully.” Claude laughs, shaking his head. “I tried taking her out for a ride in my carriage and she was terrified. I’d... kind of... geared it up a step or two so it was a hair bit faster than she was used to.”

“How fast are we talking?”

“I’ll put it this way: I did a test lap with it while my instructor timed me. None of us knew he was wearing a hairpiece. At least, not until the wind whipped it off when I drove by. Of course, I feel for the guy now.” The chinchilla reaches up to run his fingers through the only thinning part of his otherwise fluffy coat.

Toxoglossa 2020/12/22(Tue)18:13 No. 984189 ID: 07b0f1
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Kol and Caleb nod approvingly at the suitably fast vehicle. “So you decided to take her out to the opera instead?” Kol asks.

“Right, yeah. I figured, ‘hey I can be cultured and classy too.’ I’d never been to the opera, and knew next to nothing about it. It was kind of a shot in the dark. I knew Della was studying music theory, and this was music.”

Kol shoots a wry look back at Gabe and comments, “You don’t say.”

“Della seemed very keen when I mentioned it, but I still needed to get tickets. I didn’t realize they were going to be so expensive! And all the general seating had sold out: all they had left were box seats!” Claude sighs, “I had to pool everything I had and borrow some from my friends to buy them. I ended up working as a driver for hire for weeks to make it back.”

“But you got them, right? How was it?”

Claude rolls his head back in amazement. “Amazing! No: life-changing! Della and I had the most incredible time. I became obsessed, even getting an early pressed recording player just to relive that performance over again. Every night while I was driving people around, I’d be mentally humming along as Vivian sang in my head.”

“And of course, Della and I now had something in common.” Claude explains, “She ended up teaching me a lot more about the history behind the productions and opera in general, opening my ears to all sorts of new music and stories. And I took her on carriage rides: she had much more fun now that I used to ferrying passengers at a more relaxed pace. And from there? Things just... happened.”

So he's a mechanic eh? Do engines run on gasoline or magic?

And Moot Point was all the better with the best baker in town. Caleb, have you tried some of the spread? Not to question the fisherman's diet..

Toxoglossa 2020/12/23(Wed)18:17 No. 984227 ID: 07b0f1
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“You should go meet her then!” Kol looks over at the kitsune as she laughs at a private joke with Delilah.

The chinchilla squares his shoulders. “I know, I’m just working up my courage.”

Caleb pats him on the shoulder, which sags under the weight. “Tell her I said hi. That ought to break the ice a bit.”

“Do you think so? Alright, wish me luck.” Miki’s dad says a silent prayer to Minerva and sets off to go meet Vivian.

Toxoglossa 2020/12/23(Wed)18:18 No. 984229 ID: 07b0f1
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“Nice fella. Explains a lot about Miki too.” Caleb remarks.

“I know right? She has her parents fearless enthusiasm. Although you should have seen their faces when we told them about having to help find your skin.”

The selkie nods, “Ohhhh, that's what that was all about. It was nice to say hi, but that was just... weirdly intense.”

Kol shrugs, “Yeah, sorry about that. Just an awkward wedding moment. Speaking of: you look like you’re having fun. How’s it going?”

“Good, yeah. The foods amazing. I don’t know who Cecil got to do the catering but you might have to roll me back into the ocean when we’re done.” Caleb chuckles as he fills another plate.

Kol laughs and pats a silk sleeved arm, “You’re looking good. Is that your old kimono?” Powerful muscles shift under the fine fabric.

“Yeahhhh.” Caleb smiles back at the mouse. “I had to get it repaired, but... well, I don’t have any other formal-wear.”

“You doing okay? I imagine it brings back... memories.”

The selkie takes a long breath through his nose, the kind that would let him dive a casual kilometer or two into the sea. He lets it out and visibly relaxes. “Yeah... weddings in particular are gonna do that. But I’m...okay. Better than I thought I’d be. It helps that you’re here. And Miki. She helped us figure things out with Adrian and... its hard to be sad around her, you know?”

>>984229 She really does have that effect. Her happiness is kind of infectious, really.

You're among friends, Caleb. Pretty much everyone's going to treat each other right here. This has to be one of the most drama-free weddings ever, and that's awesome.

Toxoglossa 2020/12/25(Fri)21:03 No. 984303 ID: 07b0f1
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“She really does have that effect. Miki’s happiness is kind of infectious that way.” Kol admits.

Caleb munches on a pettifor, the tiny cake dwarfed as its lowered into his maw. “I can tell, just look at how many people are here. She’s one of those people that touches a lot of lives. Oh, yeah-“ the selkie pauses to lick the icing off his claws, “speaking of Miki: her dad mentioned that she wanted to ask you three about something when you had the chance. No idea what.”

>>984303
Oh, by name.
We haven't crashed anything yet..

Kol, promise Caleb we'll catch up to him again. Let's gather the others.

Yeah maybe in a minute, Kol only just got Caleb alone.

Toxoglossa 2020/12/26(Sat)19:57 No. 984320 ID: 07b0f1
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“Thanks for telling me. We’ll have to go see what’s up once I meet up with Gabe and Casey again.” Kol nods and gives him another pat on the sleeve. “But I’m in no rush. I’m sure Miki and Raithe have plenty of people to catch up with first.”

“Mmm, yeah. Still kind of amazing how many guests are here.” Caleb does a slow scan of the crowd. “When I got married, it was just me and Adrian and a couple of our friends.”

>>984320
Is it presumptuous to say that the first few new friends he made have been positive in his life?

Anyone we know?

>>984320
"Miki had a lot more chances to connect with people in her line of work."

Being out on the sea a lot, I'd imagine you'd have a lot of time to spend with one person, but not so much making a lot of other friends too...

Toxoglossa 2020/12/29(Tue)19:11 No. 984482 ID: 07b0f1
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“Yeah, Miki gets to meet a lot of people in her line of work. I can’t imagine you get to meet a lot of people on the high sea.”

“True,” Caleb acknowledges, “but we made for a pretty close knit bunch.”

“Oh yeah? What was it like?” Kol asks, “If you don’t mind talking about it.”

“It was nice. Very simple. Met with our mates at the beach and set up a bonfire. Not a magical one, mind you. Just piled up some driftwood, cooked some fish and passed some drinks around.“

Toxoglossa 2020/12/29(Tue)19:11 No. 984483 ID: 07b0f1
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“Then when it started to get dark, Adrian and I stood at the shoreline and said our vows to the sea.” Caleb chuckles, a deep bass sound that Kol felt as much as heard. “Adrian said it felt kind’s silly shouting into the waves like that, but the sea listens. They say it remembers everything that’s ever happened to it.”

“After that, we just kinda stood at the shore and watched the sun set for a while. Then when it got cold we headed back to the Sea Scar and... well... we had our first night together.”

I mean, a beach bonfire sounds like a nice wind down after this.. if Caleb is up for it.

The sea remembers everything, huh? Any way of getting it to tell its secrets?

Wonderful guy, that Adrian, that's for sure. Think the sea looked small talk about what you're feeling and how your lives are doing?

Toxoglossa 2020/12/30(Wed)18:39 No. 984537 ID: 07b0f1
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Kol closes his eyes, imagining the scene, “Ooh, a beach bonfire sounds like a nice wind down. Would you be interested in getting together for one after this?”

“Yeah, alright.” Caleb grins and asks, “Your partners won’t mind?”

“It sounds like Gabe’s already made plans, actually. I don’t know about Casey though.” Kol peeks over his shoulder at his partners as the chat over drinks.

“Well, if she’s not doing anything, you could invite her too.” Caleb scratches his chin. His brows knit as he thinks, “I did say I wanted to get to know your partners better, and I wouldn’t want her to feel left out. I’m... still kinda rusty about all this...” His hand waves awkwardly in a circle, “dating stuff.”

It's okay if you go at your own pace. Whether you dip your toe in or dive deep down, we'll swim with you.

>>984537
Sounds good.

>>984537
Yeah definitely invite Casey along for the antics.

Toxoglossa 2020/12/31(Thu)18:39 No. 984594 ID: 07b0f1
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“You’re doing fine, Caleb.” Kol gives the big fae a hug. “We’re here with you and we’ll take things as fast or slow as you feel comfortable with. I’ll go see what Casey thinks, but I’m sure she’d love to hang out.”

The mouse tilts his head over his shoulder and his dreads bobbing in front of his face, “Give me a minute, I’ll go check with her, okay?” He waves a brief excusal and sets off through the crowd.

Casey and Gabe raise their glasses as their partner returns. “How was Caleb?” Casey inquires.

“Pretty good. Happier than I’ve seen him in a while.” Kol admits. “We, uh, talked a bit about his wedding and ended up making plans to go hang out on the beach after this.”

“Oh nice!” Casey beams, “Sounds fun!”

“Actually, Caleb asked whether you guys wanted to tag along.” Kol continues, “I know you’ve got plans with Del: right Gabe?”

The sender takes a determined breath, “Yeah, sounds like it.” He squares his skinny shoulders, having accepted his fate.

“Casey. If you’re not doing anything, would you want to join us?”

>>984594
Sure, just gotta... see what time Vivian wants to read poetry.

Poetry date doesn't have a timeframe yet, I hope!

Toxoglossa 2021/01/01(Fri)18:15 No. 984622 ID: 07b0f1
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The binder blinks back surprise and rallies herself. “Me? Are you sure? I don’t want to get in the way of anything.“

“I don’t think thats a problem. Caleb specifically offered.” Kol shrugs and smiles. “Seems like he’s trying to open up more and he did say he wanted to get to know you guys better. Its okay if you don’t want to though.”

“No, no. Sounds fun!” Casey brightens up, taking a sip of champagne. “I’d love to come hang out. That stuff you were telling me about him growing up was really fascinating. I’d love to get to talk to him more.”

“Heheh, aw sounds fun, you guys.” Gabe winks and tilts his glass rakishly. “Hope you guys have a nice night.”

“Oh yeah.” Kol taps his cheek as memory strikes him. “Caleb said that apparently Miki wanted to ask us about something. I don’t know if you guys wanted to do that now, or catch up with her later or what?”

May as well do that now. Kol can give Caleb the confirmation and then catch up.

Now's a good a time as any.

>>984622
Go tell Caleb that Casey said yes. While you’re there, check to see if Caleb needs to be rolled back into the ocean.

Then come see what Miki needs from all of you.

Yeah, go chat! You can hang out after that, and probably make plans with her for other things too!

Toxoglossa 2021/01/02(Sat)21:07 No. 984699 ID: 07b0f1
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“Yeah sure, lets go see what she has to say!” Casey puts her drink aside and cranes her neck, spotting the fire elemental in the crowd.

“Let me go tell Caleb real quick. Okay?” Kol scurries off, finding the sailor and assuring him that he’d be right back.

Reunited, the spirit guides navigate their way through the crowd to congratulate the bride and groom. They find Miki sitting at a bench while Raithe floats nearby, accepting good wishes from guests and looking worn out but happy.

“Congratulations you two!” Casey shouts, giving Miki a hug. “What a lovely ceremony!”

“Thank you, guys!” Miki beams, “I’m so glad you could make it! I know you all have been busy!”

“You kidding? Wouldn’t miss it for the world! Not gonna lie, though...” Gabe remarks, taking a bite of cake, “I thought we’d screwed up when the fire went out. Was worried my truth donked the whole thing up.”

Raithe chuckles, “That was actually a pretty good sized flame considering the crowd we had. It takes a lot of work just to make a spark of truthfire.” Beside him, the lantern blazes brightly on a bench.

“So what now?” Casey asks, “Are you two going on honeymoon?”

“Maybe, but not right away. All the work from the wedding really took it out of us.” Miki suddenly looks anxious, turning to her husband for comfort and taking his hand. “Um... but there’s something I wanted to ask you all about, if its okay...”

>>984699
Well, we won't know until we hear it, but given it's you I can't imagine we'll refuse. Go ahead and ask.

What can we do for the newlyweds? Hope it's not another oven issue..

"Depends. Is this about sex, babies, or delivering cake?"

Miki is forever allowed to ask them about things.

>>984719
this.

Toxoglossa 2021/01/04(Mon)17:42 No. 984893 ID: 07b0f1
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“Its fine.” Kol nods. “Your dad mentioned that you wanted to.”

Momentary panic grips the bride, “He did!? Ughhhh, dad! Did he say what it was about?”

“Nah. He and Caleb were talking and it slipped out.” Kol assures her, “So, what did you want to ask? Got oven problems again?”

“Well, not exactly...” Miki pauses to piece together her feelings before continuing, “Raithe and I have been talking about, well, starting a family. But as you can probably guess... we’re not able to do it on our own. That’s why it would mean a lot to us to have your help...”

Toxoglossa 2021/01/04(Mon)17:42 No. 984894 ID: 07b0f1
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She gives a little, bashful smile to the group, “Specifically you, Casey.”

I think Casey would be honored to be a mother for their child :D

Wait, IS it a surrogate mother situation?
How would it work, exactly?

Why, of course, Casey's research skills would be best for finding methods for magical conception between you two!... or did you mean something else? Humour. Well, in all seriousness, you three do have a very perilous mission potentially coming up, and I'm sure the newlyweds aren't in a super huge rush after literally only just getting married, so you have time to think and talk about it among yourselves. I have actually been curious if there were the beginnings of any plans between the three already.

You get a Dog or Cat together first? It's a very different thing but there's SOME form of prep there and figuring out how to take care of a dependent life.

If there's NOT magic involved in this process, donating one of Casey's eggs is one of the easier decisions if possible, now CARRYING the child for 9 months, well now that's a BIG ask.

We're talking about at least a month of contemplating here to be sure.

Oh wow, really?

This is your decision, Casey, but you'll need to figure out how to balance it with sender things and life things. Though, I mean, recent events aside I'm sure the senders give maternity leave.

Still, if you're willing, hey, they'd probably be super appreciative!

This is going to be a big change to your life Casey, but it's also a huge honour. You definitely shouldn't decide right now. Spend some time thinking about it, maybe a few days? But not too long.

Whoa.

I mean, it's definitely a serious conversation for sure. Honored they'd considered you. Details can be discussed when it's convenient. Like now, even. Or when you come back from this mission.

Toxoglossa 2021/01/05(Tue)18:54 No. 985047 ID: 07b0f1
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“Me?” Casey blinks as the gears mesh in her head before the message gets through. “You want- O- oh! I- I don’t know what to say! I’m so honored!” She hesitates, biting her lip as worry crosses her mind. “Oh Fates, but... we have to go to the etherial plane. What if something happens? Or-“

Miki holds her hands up to calm her down and reassures her, “Slow down! Its okay! We don’t need an answer right away. For a start, Raithe and I want to save up for another fire ward first. Also there’s a lot of stuff we would need to figure out and talk about. Things we haven’t even thought of yet. We’re in no hurry.”

“We want to have you all on board too.” Miki continues, “You three... we wouldn’t have each other if you hadn’t been there for us. We want all of you to be a part of this, right Raithe?”

“Yeah... See, I’m going to be around for... a lot longer than, well, anyone here.” The elemental puts it bluntly, “In a way, this means Miki and I could be together even longer.” He chuckles nervously, “It’s a big ask, I know, but it would mean a lot to us.”

Casey nods back as her heart flutters at a thousand miles a minute. “I’m... I’m really excited to tell the truth. Its something I’d really love to be a part of if I can! Part of me just wants to leap at this chance, but I know I need to think about it first...but tentatively I’m going to say... Yes.”

Miki takes Casey’s hand and smiles up at her, “No matter what happens, thank you. All of you. You can’t imagine how happy you’ve made both of us. We love you all so, so much.” She brushes away a tear and hugs all three of mice in turn. Its like being hugged by a very warm, very fluffy cloud.

“What do you guys think? Are you sure you’re okay with this?” Casey asks her partners.

Yes!

This is a once-in-a-lifetime thing. Most definitely something that's going to change lives forever. To be involved and a part of this new life it would be nothing short of making history. And that's pretty neat.

Gabe are you crying

(Scene of absolute panic, overthinking, and scrambling)

Gabe and Kol kind of need to look each other in the eye and bluntly ask,
"How does this work?"

Gabe is probably thinking about what sex with a pregnant Casey would be like.
Kol is probably going to be the reasonable one and suggest everyone be there for the conception.
Also that any mobility issues later on could be nicely compensated for with her flight tattoo, though she wouldn't be able to take on any dangerous missions.

Yes??? Absolutely?? Kind of hilarious that with two boys and Casey someone <i>else</i> is going to end up knocking her up though, feel free to make jokes about this.

Honestly though with how snuggly you guys are I can imagine them enjoying the heck out of spoiling her rotten while she's pregnant and helping out.

>sure you're okay with this?
For some of Miki's finest baked goods? For friendship? For a family that's going to be quite the sight to behold? For the sheer joy of it?

Of course.

What can you say? You're easy to please.

We're *absolutely* ok with it - gently poke her in the stomach and say it'll be nice to work out some new moves when this starts getting bigger.

But seriously, this is great and we're really happy for you.

Toxoglossa 2021/01/06(Wed)19:40 No. 985131 ID: 07b0f1
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“Are you kidding? Sounds amazing!” Gabe beams. “I get to be like... like a cool uncle or something!”

“Nah you’re the goofy uncle. I’m more of the cool uncle.” Kol says, laughing and clapping a hand on Gabe’s shoulder.

The sender wobbles his head indecisively before settling, “I could live with that, I guess.”

Kol chuckles, “But seriously, we’re honored to help however we can, Miki. We’re here to support you all the way.”

“For sure.” Gabe blinks back tears as he grins, “Believe me, I’ll gate you anywhere you need to go. I’ll get all the snacks you need. Whatever you want.”

The binder giggles, “Gabe, you kind of already do that.”

“Yeah,” Gab concedes, “But more so! Oh! I should talk to Del. See if she knows anything about delivering babies.”

>>985131
Definitely give her context first. Or she might get the wrong message. Which might spare your hips actually..

>>985131
Wait a minute Gabe. Before you go talk to Del, you should ask Miki and Raithe if it’s ok for you to talk to Del about this. Both of them asked for the three of you to talk about this privately because they might not be ready to tell anyone else yet.

Toxoglossa 2021/01/07(Thu)19:14 No. 985220 ID: 07b0f1
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"hey, let's hold off on mentioning this to anyone for now, Gabe." Kol suggests. "We should wait until-"

Behind them, there’s a murmur from the crowd as a pair of figures approach. The guests part around the resplendent visions of Vivian and Cauldera.

The phoenix steps up, embracing Raithe as they swap kisses on each other’s cheeks. “Congrats, you two! We’re so proud of you! And that truefire! Oh, I had chills!” The living flame pauses to reflect on the absurdity of that statement and corrects herself, “or at least, metaphorical chills.”

Toxoglossa 2021/01/07(Thu)19:15 No. 985221 ID: 07b0f1
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“Absolutely! I feel honored to have been here for your union.” Vivian laces her fingers together in front of her. “I know you’ll have many happy years together. And in celebration of your happiness, I thought I’d offer you a gift.”

Oh gosh a gift from a fae like her, try not to blush and stammer too much! This is a wonderful honor~

Yooo.. maybe a fireward?

>>985221
Accept the gift and try not to faint at the fact that a famous person is giving you a gift at your wedding.

She really is a lovely person, hopefully she had a great time. It certainly looks like she did!

Hey, wedding presents are totally appropriate.

>>985223
Definitely a fireward.

Miki already HAS a fireward.

>>985261
Thats true. However, Miki did say that she and Raithe were going to save up for another one so that they can give it to Casey when she's ready to be a surrogate mother for them.

So if the gift is another fire ward, then that'll save them some money!

Toxoglossa 2021/01/08(Fri)18:53 No. 985283 ID: 07b0f1
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The kitsune opens the slim, black case, revealing the object inside.

“Please, Miss Vivian, you don’t have t-“ Miki’s sentence ends with a disbelieving intake of breath as she sees what’s inside.

Toxoglossa 2021/01/08(Fri)18:54 No. 985284 ID: 07b0f1
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Nestled on a bed of velvet is a brooch of solid gold, wrapped around a cut gem the color of fire.

“I hope you don’t mind but its a re-gift.” Vivian smiles, pushing the precious fire ward into Miki’s hands. “I believe this one was given to me by a prince who he traveled all the way from the cloud meadows to hear me sing and profess his love.” She sighs, “Sweet boy, but very traditional. It never would have worked out.”

The baker reels as she searches for words. Finally finding her voice again, she fumbles, protesting, “I-I- we can’t possibly-! Its too much! Vivian!”

“Now, now. Don’t go turning down a gift from a fey.” She chides gently, “It’ll be much more useful to you than it ever has been for me. Though, perhaps your husband can shape the clutch into something a bit safer for tiny hands.”

Holy shit

Hah! Knew it.

Graciously accept already. And start making plans.

Oh she already knows.

She's good.

>>985284
Thank her. Ask her for permission to give her a hug.

You really definitely should not refuse a gift from the fey.

Toxoglossa 2021/01/10(Sun)20:16 No. 985366 ID: 07b0f1
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The couple looks to one another for a second before turning back to the kitsune. Holding the gift to her chest, Miki blinks back tears and asks, “H-how did you know?”

“We were talking about the conversation you and Raithe had in the cafe.” Cauldera explains, “It didn’t take much for Viv to guess what would come next.”

Toxoglossa 2021/01/10(Sun)20:16 No. 985367 ID: 07b0f1
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Vivian stoops to bring her self eye to eye with the baker. “You deserve to be happy together, and to seek that happiness without having to worry about the future. Never forget that.”

Toxoglossa 2021/01/10(Sun)20:16 No. 985368 ID: 07b0f1
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Miki lunges forward, pulling the singer into the tightest hug she can manage. With tears flowing freely through her dense fur, she manages in a shaky voice to say, “T-thank you.”

“All I’m doing is helping things along. You would have managed this yourself with the help of your friends.” The kitsune pats her on the back sweetly.

To anyone nearby: cheer

The future is looking good

>>985369
this

>>985368
You will treasure it.

Life is for the living, and you're living in the heat of truth. Wealth will have a hard time corrupting you, just be as careful as you have been while baking.

Also your actions got Vivian a new girlfriend so yeah

Toxoglossa 2021/01/12(Tue)18:52 No. 985545 ID: 07b0f1
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She stands and embraces Raithe. The salamander carefully hugs her back, trying not to singe any of her dress that might not be protected by her fire ward. “Thank you... I- I don’t know what to say, but thank you.”

Vivian’s touch is soft, caressing between his wings. “Take care of her.” She tells him, “Treasure every moment you have together. If you ever need help, come find me. Okay?”

As the embrace ends, Rathe nods to her. “I will. Thank you again.”

Toxoglossa 2021/01/12(Tue)18:52 No. 985546 ID: 07b0f1
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Cauldera steps up, kissing the dazed groom on the cheek and telling him, “You’ll do her proud, Raithe.”

Toxoglossa 2021/01/12(Tue)18:52 No. 985547 ID: 07b0f1
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“I- I need a minute.” Miki wipes her eyes and reaches for her husband, “Its all so much!

“Congrats, you two! How about a toast?” Kol flags down a waiter carrying drinks and helps pass them around.

So they don’t need Casey help anymore?

>>985555
Oh they do, now they just have a fire ward for the kid. And presumably Casey during the impregnation.

>>985547
To Miki and Raithe, a bun and her oven!

>>985561
I think it's hard to beat this

>>985561
Let's not announce or imply any buns in ovens just yet..

Hmm we could go with something like "To the newlyweds, may you make many happy memories together, and produce many lovely pastries."

Toxoglossa 2021/01/14(Thu)19:06 No. 985675 ID: 07b0f1
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As the party starts to wind down, they raise their glasses and Kol announces, “To Miki and Raithe: a bun and her oven!” They knock back their drinks, savoring the happy, bubbly glow among friends and think about the future and all its promise.

Toxoglossa 2021/01/14(Thu)19:06 No. 985676 ID: 07b0f1
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Last chats are had among the crowd, with many congratulations and cheers for the newlyweds. As much as they wished it could last forever, the soap bubble of a perfect moment fades as everyone has to go back to their lives. Miki and Raithe watch the guests go one by one, quietly cementing the memory of their union into one they’ll cherish together.

As the sun starts to fade, Gabe clears a space and helps send the last few stragglers home safely. “Okay, last call! Who needs a ride?”

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“I’ve got us covered, thank you.” Vivian tosses up her curtained gateway and ushers Cauldera into the warmth of her personal dimension. “Come see us some time, dear.”

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“I’m going to assist cleaning up here.” Cecil quips, “Flashing Feathers will be taking me home.”

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“Caleb, Casey and I could use a gate down to the beach. You know where his is boat anchored?” Kol asks.

“Sure thing, I got you guys!” Gabe weaves his spell, opening a gate down to the coastline. “Have a nice night!”

“You too! Hang in there, Gabe!” Kol waves as they shuffle through.

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“Whas’sat mean?” Gabe blinks in confusion. A heavy hand lands on his shoulder and his ears droop. “Oh, right.”

You best be hoping for them healing waters, Gabe. You gonna be needing it.