http://rosestolilies.livejournal.com/ ([identity profile] rosestolilies.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] queenoflogs2011-07-16 02:07 pm
Entry tags:

these long summer days

Characters: Any of the characters participating in the party.
Date: Backdated to July 15th.
Summary: To apologize for the incident with the phantoms, the Queen puts together a party for all the inhabitants of the Gardens.
Warnings: IT IS A PARTY what could go wrong. (But just in case, if something occurs in your thread, please let the mods know and we will update this.)

For some days now, denizens of the Gardens may have been wondering what it is the Queen had in store for them after the phantoms had finally dispersed. Perhaps they may have been aware of the sound of hammering and construction that seemed to float on the air from no specific direction. Today, however, the sounds seem to have mysteriously ceased, and at some point, each of the girls and women will receive an invitation, written on pale yellow paper in deep pink ink that seems to shimmer slightly with certain angles of light:

You are cordially invited
to the Summer Festival!

Where: The Crimson Pavilion, near the northwestern edge of the Gardens
When: The 15th July

Please enjoy the food, drinks, and music!
And, of course, the company of friends.
I do hope you won't be disappointed!


Love ♥
The Queen of Hearts


Asking the cats for directions, or simply heading toward the northwest of the Gardens by oneself, will eventually lead one to the aforementioned Crimson Pavilion — an enormous outdoor party tent, similar to the Viridian Pavilion in scope and size. The Pavilion is strewn with drapes of crimson gauze that shade its interior slightly from the sun, and delicate flower-shaped lights wind around each of the tent poles, producing a faint, sparkling luminance. Colorful flowers are strewn across every available surface, and a sourceless music floats on the air, an upbeat melody seemingly designed to compel one to dance. And all over the tables are food and drinks in every variety one could possibly imagine, though the overarching flavors and themes seem to remind one of summer days and tropical islands.

The drinks, especially, are very good — though perhaps one should be a little careful. There is, as they say, too much of a good thing.


[ Notes: The drinks, as one might expect, have a few side effects:

Pineapple juice compels characters who drink it to feel as if they cannot help but be honest about their feelings toward other characters. If your character has a crush on another character, or has fallen in love with her, she may not be able to resist the desire to confess her attraction.

Orange juice creates feelings of happiness and contentment. This can range from an unnaturally strong sense of giddy joy to a more calm, relaxed state of well-being. And, of course, your character may be compelled to share her feelings with others.

Fruit punch induces a desire for intimacy, whether that be holding hands or cuddling to making out and more adult activities for adult characters.

Of course, there might be other drinks with other effects, as well, and the drinks may be mixed to create multiple effects. There are also drinks that are just drinks without any special properties.

Have fun! ]

[identity profile] esoteric_rose.livejournal.com 2011-07-19 06:59 am (UTC)(link)
And so do you! You're gorgeous!

[She catches her up in a hug, so pleased that Zenobia's here, in red.]

I'm happy to see you here...

[identity profile] restlessdevil.livejournal.com 2011-07-19 03:43 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh, thank you! [Blushing happens, and Zenobia returns the hug, giving Grell a kiss on the cheek.]

Me too. This party wouldn't be the same without you. Especially for me...

[identity profile] esoteric_rose.livejournal.com 2011-07-19 06:22 pm (UTC)(link)
[She sees no harm in a quick kiss on the lips.]

If you hadn't showed up, I'd have gone and found you and asked you what on earth you were doing, to miss such an occasion~.

Has it been fun for you, so far?

[identity profile] restlessdevil.livejournal.com 2011-07-19 06:26 pm (UTC)(link)
[Then two kisses on the lips should be fine, right? Zenobia goes for another.]

Yeah, I wouldn't miss this for anything. [Except you. I'd miss it for you.]

It's been great! Though... I've been feeling a little strange. I seem to be saying whatever comes to my mind regardless whether or not its appropriate. Normally I have a lot more self control with it. I seem to be doing better, though. [She hasn't had the juice in a little while, though there's still a cup in her hand with a little bit left...]

[identity profile] esoteric_rose.livejournal.com 2011-07-19 06:50 pm (UTC)(link)
If no one's been really minding, then what's wrong with that? Things being inappropriate may be a slight problem, but as long as you don't offend anyone...we're not in a society where scandal's the worst thing to happen to a girl, thankfully.

Of course, I may be a horrible judge when it comes to what's appropriate to say.

[identity profile] restlessdevil.livejournal.com 2011-07-19 06:55 pm (UTC)(link)
You always know what to say, Grell! That's right. I'm not horribly worried about it, though I got a few strange looks.

Well, I'm not a good judge of that, either. I generally say what's on my mind, anyway. Just tonight I've been... I dunno, even more loose lipped about it.

[identity profile] esoteric_rose.livejournal.com 2011-07-19 07:02 pm (UTC)(link)
Ignore them. They'll not hold it against you for long, if at all.

Hmm... [Leans in closer, studying her. She didn't look or smell drunk, so...] Then I have no idea. Perhaps you simply feel comfortable with sharing your feelings tonight.

[identity profile] restlessdevil.livejournal.com 2011-07-19 07:07 pm (UTC)(link)
[Zenobia nods.] You're right. And if they do, then that's not something I need to worry about.

Perhaps. It still seemed slightly uncanny.

Oh, and did you see Kuja's dress? She is so brave!

[identity profile] esoteric_rose.livejournal.com 2011-07-19 07:24 pm (UTC)(link)
Miss Kuja? I met her...her dress is so bold! It's certainly not something everyone could pull off...you'd need a lot of confidence.

[identity profile] restlessdevil.livejournal.com 2011-07-19 08:08 pm (UTC)(link)
Yes. I think that if I wore it, I'd be unable to stop blushing. And I'd have to show it off to you, first.

[identity profile] esoteric_rose.livejournal.com 2011-07-19 08:53 pm (UTC)(link)
I think you'd look lovely in it, to be very honest.

[identity profile] restlessdevil.livejournal.com 2011-07-19 08:56 pm (UTC)(link)
I don't think I'm quite confident enough to wear that in public, but...

[Zenobia is blushing and twiddling her fingers.] If I made a dress like that when we get back home... will you let me model for you, privately?

[identity profile] esoteric_rose.livejournal.com 2011-07-19 09:20 pm (UTC)(link)
Of course I would. As if I would miss a chance to see you so beautiful.

[identity profile] restlessdevil.livejournal.com 2011-07-23 09:03 pm (UTC)(link)
[Zenobia is blushing even more.] I'll definitely make one then...

Oh, Grell, what is your opinion concerning dancing at a party like this?

[identity profile] esoteric_rose.livejournal.com 2011-07-24 04:39 am (UTC)(link)
I would say.. [She slowly steps back, closing her eyes to assess the music.] That in any venue where the music is so easily provided, and where there is room, one should dance. [She opens her eyes to look straight into Zenobia's.]

Dance with me, please?

[identity profile] restlessdevil.livejournal.com 2011-07-24 05:18 pm (UTC)(link)
Yes, dearest! I'd love to! [Zenobia steps forwards, offering her hand to Grell.] I was hoping you'd ask.

[identity profile] esoteric_rose.livejournal.com 2011-07-25 12:58 am (UTC)(link)
[Grell takes her hand and begins to dance with her, letting the rhythm of the song guide her steps.] Even if you hadn't brought it up, I would have asked you soon...I love dancing, but it's better with someone else~.

[identity profile] restlessdevil.livejournal.com 2011-08-03 05:07 pm (UTC)(link)
[Zenobia follows her lead. Her movements are full of energy even if they aren't the most graceful or disciplined.] Yes. I haven't danced in ages. This is wonderful. [Zenobia is practically beaming.]