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deercountry2022-09-09 10:31 pm
onerthes) wrote in deercountry2022-09-09 10:31 pm
I'm thinking 'bout how people fall in love in mysterious ways (WIDE OPEN)
Who: Vira-Lorr (onerthes), Minako Aino (loveandduty & YOU!
What: Minako and Vira-Lorr's Wedding
When: September 9th
Where: Vira-Lorr's House and backyard.
Content Warnings: Blood (During the Bonding Ritual), but otherwise nope!
Vira-Lorr and Minako Aino are getting married! Besides their public Network Post announcing it, invitations are put out as an open invite to anyone who wishes to come. Gifts aren't needed, but they're certainly welcome.
There is included only one request. The invitation is open, meaning that anyone could stop in. Because there are so many good reasons that some might have to dislike or wish harm on each other, Vira-Lorr includes with it a request that people place their pasts aside while they celebrate their wedding.
1) Getting Ready/Cleaning Up
Thanks to the difficulties that all Palebloods faced during this month, Vira-Lorr had put out a bit of a call for help, and many of their friends offered to be there to help with the setup. There were some refreshments set out for them in the days running up to the event. Tables had to be set up, lighting needed to be strung. Flowers had to be delivered from Makoto's florists and arranged as well. So much to do, so little time. A lunar orb had to be set up to power everything. Decorations were going to need to be festooned.
Vira-Lorr and Minako were around throughout. Once her eyesight was back, Minako would be able to fully help with the arrangements. They were certainly available to mingle among the guests and happiness was to be shared all around. The whole of the party was to be held mostly in the back yard of Vira-lorr's home, the woods serving as a backdrop on all sides. Sticks of incense were burning on the regular to ensure there was no trouble with local monsters. Seating was comfortable, with a wide set of table for most of the guests at the reception, along with seats facing the archway where the ritual would be performed.
Specifically, one of the arrangements that Vira-Lorr made sure happened were small tables, set back from the others. They were surrounded by screens of ivy and bamboo, allowing for privacy while dining and viewing the wedding itself. Knowing that a few guests might not want to mingle too widely, it felt a nice option to have.
2) The Refreshments
Food was set out and drinks were provided for all. Where possible, Vira-Lorr tried to use her friends' bakeries. It was sad to think that Lysithea wouldn't be here to cater for this, as she'd once hoped. Still, she liked to think she was there in spirit. Breads and fish were the dominant fare and there was but one rule with the food that was followed throughout. There were absolutely, positively, without question, NO MUSHROOMS to be found. Considering how many were around Vira-Lorr's house, it might have been surprising, but one of the two of them really didn't like Shitakes, so best to include only the food that they most loved, right? Most of the dishes were pastries of one sort or another, along with a fish entree for everyone to enjoy. And of course...
Drinks were available, though the sampling of wines were a little thin. There were only so many on offer in town, after all. Most of them were fruit wines of one variety or another. One of the local Trenchies, hired for the day, was serving behind the counter with the open bar. Non-alcoholic drinks were also provided, for those who preferred them.
3) The Ceremony (Warning for Blood Rite)
When it was time for the vows to be said, Vira-Lorr was positively beaming. Within the archway, at some point during the festivities, there was a strange but familiar Statue that appeared. Set up at the altar and the archway was a bowl with what looked like ... well, it was blood. There was no way around that. This part of the ceremony was the one devoted to the way things were done here in Trench. The ladies exchanged their vows to each other first, where all could see them and hear them, but afterwards was included a bonding ceremony.
For those who still remembered the bonding ceremonies that had been taught back in February, they would recognize it when the two pressed their hands to each other's shoulders. Vira-Lorr was just glad that paleblood neutralized the acids in her own. No wincing. No pain. It had worked safely. The shoulders, a physical bond, weren't what the Trenchies in attendance expected clearly, but Vira-Lorr smiled and looked at everyone.
"We value each other's privacy, and I trust Minako with my whole heart. We decided when we wanted to get married that we... we wanted a bond that would let us still feel our minds separate, but always be joined together. To us, this is that kind of bond." She'd let Minako add anything she needed. But it was clear that she was positively beaming.
4) Dancing and Mingling!
Once the food's been had and the vows have been said, it's time to celebrate! There's the cutting of the cake, and dances to be had. There was even a very real possibility that Minako had every intention to sing for their guests. Vira-Lorr wasn't about to stop her from doing that if she wished. When they weren't right out in the front, there was music being provided for people to dance to, as they pleased and folks were welcome to mingle long into the night. It was a rare moment where nothing seemed to be going wrong.
True, Never Mind had whatever it had in store for them, and just as true there'd just now been rumored occasional disappearances in town. But this was hopefully a moment for people to gather and to try and just relax, to have fun and remember that this was a place that they were now living, not simply surviving.
onerthes), Minako Aino (loveandduty & YOU!What: Minako and Vira-Lorr's Wedding
When: September 9th
Where: Vira-Lorr's House and backyard.
Content Warnings: Blood (During the Bonding Ritual), but otherwise nope!
Vira-Lorr and Minako Aino are getting married! Besides their public Network Post announcing it, invitations are put out as an open invite to anyone who wishes to come. Gifts aren't needed, but they're certainly welcome.
There is included only one request. The invitation is open, meaning that anyone could stop in. Because there are so many good reasons that some might have to dislike or wish harm on each other, Vira-Lorr includes with it a request that people place their pasts aside while they celebrate their wedding.
1) Getting Ready/Cleaning Up
Thanks to the difficulties that all Palebloods faced during this month, Vira-Lorr had put out a bit of a call for help, and many of their friends offered to be there to help with the setup. There were some refreshments set out for them in the days running up to the event. Tables had to be set up, lighting needed to be strung. Flowers had to be delivered from Makoto's florists and arranged as well. So much to do, so little time. A lunar orb had to be set up to power everything. Decorations were going to need to be festooned.
Vira-Lorr and Minako were around throughout. Once her eyesight was back, Minako would be able to fully help with the arrangements. They were certainly available to mingle among the guests and happiness was to be shared all around. The whole of the party was to be held mostly in the back yard of Vira-lorr's home, the woods serving as a backdrop on all sides. Sticks of incense were burning on the regular to ensure there was no trouble with local monsters. Seating was comfortable, with a wide set of table for most of the guests at the reception, along with seats facing the archway where the ritual would be performed.
Specifically, one of the arrangements that Vira-Lorr made sure happened were small tables, set back from the others. They were surrounded by screens of ivy and bamboo, allowing for privacy while dining and viewing the wedding itself. Knowing that a few guests might not want to mingle too widely, it felt a nice option to have.
2) The Refreshments
Food was set out and drinks were provided for all. Where possible, Vira-Lorr tried to use her friends' bakeries. It was sad to think that Lysithea wouldn't be here to cater for this, as she'd once hoped. Still, she liked to think she was there in spirit. Breads and fish were the dominant fare and there was but one rule with the food that was followed throughout. There were absolutely, positively, without question, NO MUSHROOMS to be found. Considering how many were around Vira-Lorr's house, it might have been surprising, but one of the two of them really didn't like Shitakes, so best to include only the food that they most loved, right? Most of the dishes were pastries of one sort or another, along with a fish entree for everyone to enjoy. And of course...
Drinks were available, though the sampling of wines were a little thin. There were only so many on offer in town, after all. Most of them were fruit wines of one variety or another. One of the local Trenchies, hired for the day, was serving behind the counter with the open bar. Non-alcoholic drinks were also provided, for those who preferred them.
3) The Ceremony (Warning for Blood Rite)
When it was time for the vows to be said, Vira-Lorr was positively beaming. Within the archway, at some point during the festivities, there was a strange but familiar Statue that appeared. Set up at the altar and the archway was a bowl with what looked like ... well, it was blood. There was no way around that. This part of the ceremony was the one devoted to the way things were done here in Trench. The ladies exchanged their vows to each other first, where all could see them and hear them, but afterwards was included a bonding ceremony.
For those who still remembered the bonding ceremonies that had been taught back in February, they would recognize it when the two pressed their hands to each other's shoulders. Vira-Lorr was just glad that paleblood neutralized the acids in her own. No wincing. No pain. It had worked safely. The shoulders, a physical bond, weren't what the Trenchies in attendance expected clearly, but Vira-Lorr smiled and looked at everyone.
"We value each other's privacy, and I trust Minako with my whole heart. We decided when we wanted to get married that we... we wanted a bond that would let us still feel our minds separate, but always be joined together. To us, this is that kind of bond." She'd let Minako add anything she needed. But it was clear that she was positively beaming.
4) Dancing and Mingling!
Once the food's been had and the vows have been said, it's time to celebrate! There's the cutting of the cake, and dances to be had. There was even a very real possibility that Minako had every intention to sing for their guests. Vira-Lorr wasn't about to stop her from doing that if she wished. When they weren't right out in the front, there was music being provided for people to dance to, as they pleased and folks were welcome to mingle long into the night. It was a rare moment where nothing seemed to be going wrong.
True, Never Mind had whatever it had in store for them, and just as true there'd just now been rumored occasional disappearances in town. But this was hopefully a moment for people to gather and to try and just relax, to have fun and remember that this was a place that they were now living, not simply surviving.
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[Speaking of beaming, she was definitely doing just that. And, honestly? She loved that others among those who were here were taking the same joy in the event. It reminded that, underneath it all? This world could still be a nice place.]
How have you been enjoying yourself?
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[it was a wonderful respite from all of the strange goings-ons that were constantly plaguing Trench. but she felt like she could face it as long as Luz was at her side]
I have been! This is probably the prettiest wedding I've ever been to, and definitely one of the happiest. Congratulations to both of you, really. You two make a cute couple.
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[She smiled right back. Luz had been a very good friend to her in her time here, so she was glad to see her this happy. Facing anything in this world was always much easier when you weren't alone in the middle of it.]
Thank you. I decided that I wasn't going to fuss about it being absolutely perfect, and instead just focus on the two of us being happy and having everyone we love here. That alone made it wonderful to me. A little middle finger to the tougher times in this world, if you will.
And Minako just... makes my sunshine many days. She's good at that.
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[she hadn't looked to falling in love here, figured it probably wouldn't happen since most people overlooked her, everyone's attention on Cassie. but Luz saw her for who she truly was and Lexi appreciated that beyond words]
I like that. Every bit of happiness we can grab for ourselves and those we love, that really is a middle finger to this place's nastier parts. And, it was perfect, you got to marry the woman you love.
I know the feeling. Luz does the same for me.
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[It also seemed a good story to share at a time like this, while they basked in the happiness.]
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[and she giggles] And I've been told that the names of my batcats helped: Nosferatmew and Mewnos: The Paws of Fate.
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Gods, but that just sounds like such a Trench way to meet someone. Finding out from someone else what this world can be like. Still, it led you two together, so that's an added bonus, if you ask me, for all the trouble that led to it.
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It absolutely is! Who needs Tindr when there's like. After death announcements! It already puts someone in an emotional place and if you've never met someone before, it's a great way to be hey. Glad you're not dead. Or holy shit, death. It happens. I can happen a lot. But [crosses her fingers] Not to me, not yet. And never again to Luz, if I have anything to say about it. And the same to you and your bride.
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[Sadly, it was rare that they told her enough, honestly, but they helped a little bit.]
Hah. Oh gods, but I'm so glad we don't have the actual dating app anymore. that was terrible. And, good. The longer we can keep each other safe, the better. I certainly don't plan to let my bride meet that sort of fate.
[At least not unless she was going down beside her, but she didnt' add that little bit of macabre romance that sometimes crept into her mind.]
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[because it seems like people come and people go all the time. it was hard to keep track of it sometimes. she's bad at socializing even during the best circumstances, and these weren't exactly the best]
Wait, wait, wait, you guys actually had a dating app? I can't decide if that's brilliant or humiliating. And hope we can. Keep the ones we love safe, I mean.
[because she still had yet to fully understand and use her darkblood powers, making herself a liability. much as she didn't want to be]
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[She could also be quite the handful, but she opted not to add that. the girl had a knack for understanding the dynamics of so many worlds, though she claimed to be a world traveler before arriving here.]
It was horrid. We didn't control the descriptions on it, heh. Some unseen force described us in the most rude ways imaginable. It was quite invasive actually.
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[Lexi tended to be quiet and well-behaved. despite the fact that the play sitting on her hard drive at home was the equivalent of a nuke to the usual social order of East Highland High]
Seriously? Wow. That sounds like a recipe for embarrassment and misunderstandings. I mean, I've seen what people put on those things on purpose, I can't even imagine how much worse that would be.
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[She snorted and laughed.]
They were awful but some of us ended up using them to laugh at extremely awful jokes. It helped to laugh at things around there.
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[and Lexi chuckled in sympathy]
I can imagine. Or I can't imagine, I've heard that Deerington was really...intense. Even more so than Trench.