Countdown till the surprise

[loveandduty]

Who: Minako Aino and Open [There will be two Closed Threads and one Open currently.]
What: Minako is getting things together to do something important. Also doing the thing.
When: Throughout May.
Where: Mostly the Pink House but also around Cellar Door

Content Warnings: Just Minako being Minako.

Four Hours - Open
Minako's arms were crossed over her chest as she seemed deep in thought. There were still parts that she needed to get done but that wouldn't take all that long. Gathering some food that she would be unable to cook and didn't want to go to the trouble of asking a friend to cook it instead, so she planned on just buying it.

But making lists wasn't all that she was pondering over. It was something she had just recently finished that she might want someone to help her with. So as soon as she she gave herself a little nod she started to look around.

If she spotted some poor unfortunate soul she bounded on over, a skip in her step.

"Hello there may I have a moment of your time. I want to know your thoughts on a song I just wrote?"

Three Hours - Closed to Makoto and Usagi
Minako was honestly getting a little nervous about everything. But she did feel a little better with it having been at the Pink House. It also meant they got to share in the moment too, but also meant she could get help with setting a few things up outside of the place.

First job was to set up a table and chairs for two outside in the garden, but as she stepped back and looking over what she had she found herself frowning slightly. Maybe she should go find her friends and get their advice.

It is Time - Closed to Vira
Minako felt herself getting even more nervous as she adjusted her dress a little bit. As much as usually she was someone who was full of confidence this was one of those times, but all she could do now was wait and hope that her friends whom she knew were nearby stayed inside until she told them to come out.

Now all she had to do was wait for her partner to come along.

Wildcard
[If there is anything you would like to play out, or do something based on events later please use this one. I hope to add more as the month goes along perhaps.]

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It's Time!

[onerthes]

Vira-Lorr did know that Minako was planning 'something' but she really didn't know what that plan actually entailed. It had been a few weeks, so she'd been focusing on other thoughts, and as a result? She didn't know what was up for tonight. Still, she came over with a smile on her face, always happy to spend time with her girlfriend.

Favoring a red and gold outfit today, she made her way towards Minako, smiling softly to herself and waving. "You look lovely this evening."

Re: It's Time!

[loveandduty]

Minako was happy and a tiny bit relieved that she came over as a small part of her had wondered if she might not due to maybe feeling guilty over last month. She was glad to know that wasn't the case as she walked over to give her a hug. She was honestly happy to see her after all.

"As do you. I'm glad you made it" Once she let go she moved back to look over what they were wearing again before turning around.

"If you will follow me I have set up something in the garden." As she walked she kept a calm air about her for the moment she didn't feel nervous suddenly as she reach the table with some food set up and of course the most romantic thing of all candles set up in the middle.

She walked over to the chair before moving to pull it out "After you."

[onerthes]

The guilt was still there, and it lingered in her mind, but when Minako came to embrace her, there was a feeling of relaxation in Vira-Lorr's body. She just felt relieved, grateful that she was still loved, her arms circling around her lover for a moment and holding her tight. Sure, she knew that promises of forgiveness were there, but she took a while to forgive herself.

"Mmmm, I couldn't miss an invitation from such a lovely lady," she managed to tease, walking along with her while she was led to dinner. Her eyebrows climbed and she smiled more widely when the chair was brought out, seating herself gracefully and letting her hand linger on Minako's.

"Well well. You've outdone yourself tonight, haven't you?" Nope, she didn't quite realize what was going on, but she was enjoying herself.

[loveandduty]

Minako chuckled slightly. Minako knew she hadn't outdone herself just yet and to be honest this was the first thing she outright planned herself, even with a little bit of help. She knew there was more to come.

"I haven't even started honestly. But it's a good start at least." Even if she was honestly nervous about the whole thing. But she went to sit down in her own seat after the other had sat down moving to grab something from a basket. After all a dinner did need the actual food and Minako knew to have some ready.

"Did you want anything in particular to drink?"

[onerthes]

"If that's the case, you're going to spoil me tonight, I think." A good start? Vira-lorr blinked and then her cheeks heated a little. Her mind hadn't quite gone to the promise yet, but there was a nagging little thought in her. She was just focusing on the fact that she was having attention lavished on her, and really, it was very tickling. She smiled and leaned forward with her elbows on the table.

"Mmmm, something sweet if you have it. A fruit drink would be nice." She laughed softly. "Can you believe? They actually make mushroom wine around here? I can't believe you would make such a thing from that, but they do find ways to make do with strange things in this town."

[loveandduty]

Minako going quickly going and picking out something that she figured was sweet enough fruit drink wise before pouring her a glass.

"I mean I never got to spoil you before, so I figured I should try or else I cannot call myself the Goddess of love can I~" she said sticking her tongue out briefly as a small form of being playful.

"But I didn't know that either and.... I don't think I would drink it. Bt have you?"

[onerthes]

She stuck her tongue out right back and then grinned like an imp, winking herself while she took a sip. "Mmmm, thank you. And you're right. I should let you do it more often." She certainly wasn't about to complain about a little spoiling. Getting to spend time with Minako was already a joy, and it was helping relax herself emotionally.

"Mmmm. Well, I'm still steering clear of alcohol these days, so I haven't tried it. I might permit myself a sip. Just to see what it tastes like, but I'd want to be careful." She laughed a little. "But that's almost more morbid curiosity. I'm amazed that they can make it out of so much. Mushrooms mushrooms everywhere. I'm grateful we have friends who can get us other things."

four hours

[tealeafs]

Does Chizuru necessarily expect to suddenly be approached while she's out?

No. Of course not. Especially when - in her opinion - there's honestly no way anyone would have to approach a plain and normal girl like this. It makes her look surprised for a moment when she hears someone speak up to her, looking up from the food she was trying to pick up for her meal tonight..

.. and then realising she recognizes the girl speaking to her. Or rather-- the goddess! Chizuru still hasn't forgotten what the other called herself, and it makes her bow her head respectfully to the other in greeting firstly before fully uprighting herself again.

"Oh.. Of course."

It's better to not deny a goddess a request, right? That kind of stuff only gives trouble. And it's not like this one is particularly hard to go along with, Chizuru thinks..

Re: four hours

[loveandduty]

Minako did remember the girl.... and then promptly remembered she never said she wasn't a literal goddess either. Maybe she should have said something? Maybe she should, but right now she was more focused on other things.

Like her song.

"Now I have to ask for thoughts after the song. It's meant to be a love song, but I'm unsure if I have it right." Also due to Minako's blood abilities she had no idea just what could happen if she actually sung it either.

"But you have food, did I distract you from your dinner?" Because if she she would honestly feel bad.

[tealeafs]

Chizuru shakes her head.

So quickly too. There's almost something startled at its edges. Sure, Minako had been kind to her last time around, but.. if she really was a goddess, then Chizuru still doesn't want the other to get an even slightly bad impression of her! What if Minako decides to curse her? That'd be terrifying!

"No, I'm just.. buying some stuff for dinner later. So I have time to listen, I promise.."

Look, she's definitely smiling sheepishly and shyly as she's saying it.

But the part about her having time is not a lie, thankfully.

[loveandduty]

"Oh, what are you having?" Minako asked already having gone off the point in why she ever stop the other in the first place, which she knew she should go back to quickly.

But after that moment and remembering that it was super important someone listen and maybe give her advice she remembered to go back to the subject.

"Okay so, I just need to check if I am getting a certain emotion across or if I have to all wrong? Do you know what I mean?"

[tealeafs]

Hold on, hold on! It's a little dizzying for Chizuru to be presented with two different topics like that, unsure of which to answer first.. or whether to answer both at all. It doesn't feel fair to start rambling about her dinner when the other needs her help, so..

Maybe it's better to focus on what the girl was originally asking her, she thinks.

"I think I do," she says, answering the last question. "But.. what emotion are you trying to convey?"

It's probably better for her to know that in advance. You know, so Chizuru can make sure to check the song for the right exact mood Minako is looking for!

[loveandduty]

"Romance or the feeling of love. Honestly it's a song I'm planning on singing to someone, but the future of the song is so people have feel the feeling of love, like they would feel with someone they treasure."

Basically she had plans and many were to make people feel certain emotions, but wasn't sure if she was going about it in the correct way.

But this was also not something she had ever really done before, so even basic things like lyrics and music writing she couldn't be fully confidence about either.

"As an idol, I must be certain I am doing it correct."

four hours

[seaboard]

Gilia had been walking about, getting to know the Trench as best she could. Dressed in her royal garb, until she had something else to wear, her hair tightly bound back in her wimple and veil.

"Certainly. What kind of song is it?"

Re: four hours

[loveandduty]

"It's meant to be a romantic song for my girlfriend. I just need to know if it comes across as such or not because... I've never wrote music before." She has been trying since she arrived as well so it has taken her a while to even feel at all confident in it.

[seaboard]

How sweet.

"Certainly. I know a great deal of music, so please, let me help as I may, indeed if it is needed at all."

Though her expression does not overtly change, there is a crinkle in the corner of her eyes, flicking in the brief smile on her lips.

[loveandduty]

"Oh, so you would be a music expert of sorts." Probably the most perfect person to have judge her music that she had worked very hard over and perhaps a little too long on while she figured out what she was going for.

"I just need someone to listen to my song and see if it's getting a point across." Basically she was checking if she got it right or if she had to work on it or ditch it completely.

[seaboard]

"It could be said, I suppose."

But bragging was never her forte, so she nodded, and - "Please, by all means, I am all ears."

[loveandduty]

She nodded slightly as she soon started to sing her song. It was a love song for all intents and purposes and she used it as a way to tell a story. It was sweet and filled with the emotion that she was trying to bring about, even if it wasn't perfect.

Once she was done she looked over. "So...how was that? Anything I need to work on?"

Three Hours

[lightthedarkness]

Usagi was currently setting up the food table, stealing a little nibble here and there from the many delicious treats Makoto had made for afterward. She was humming a Three Lights song and looked up when Minako came inside.

"Mina-chan, is everything okay?" why did she look so upset.

Re: Three Hours

[loveandduty]

Minako had started to fidget a bit, a small frown on her face.

"I'm trying to decide is less is more or if I should add more to the outside."

It might also be nerves as time goes on and the whole thing gets closer and closer. But she was at least trying to keep calm and instead replace the nerves with going into every little detail and wondering if it was actually good enough or not.

"I feel like it's very basic and I should go get more."

[thunderingcourage]

Makoto had been working on a small arrangement to be the centerpiece, making sure that it was small enough that they would be able to see each other over without a problem. She was probably as excited as Minako was, and she and Usagi had been squealing most of the day about it.

"Chances are she's probably not going to be looking anywhere other than you. Especially once you get started."

There was an archway, but it would be a lot to move now. And it wouldn't be as good as if Makoto had started on it that morning.

"I think you're plenty."

[loveandduty]

"Okay..." That seemed to help a bit at least and Minako seemed to be calming down as she looked over everything again. Simple is better she will keep telling herself over and over.

"So that means there isn't much left. I know I've had some people listen to the song I have sorted, so I know that's good to go... So I think that is pretty much it. Right?"

Even if she was much calmer didn't mean the nerves had fully gone.

[lightthedarkness]

Usagi snagged another piece of chocolate, popping it into her mouth before she came up beside Makoto, hanging off of her arm. She'd be hanging off of Minako too but she didn't want to muss up the other blonde's outfit.

"I don't know, I've never done the proposing. Are you going with a ring ooor like, the handprint thing?"

[thunderingcourage]

"Yeah but you're the only one that's been proposed to. So am I right, was he the only thing that mattered and that you noticed at the special moment?"

Oh yea the ring, Makoto wondered if it was going to be in a box, or something like a desert, was it going to happen in the middle of the song or the end.

"Everything ready for the dinner and there is plenty of refreshment even if she's thirsty. Everything's been cleared away and no one's going to interrupt. And afterward, Usagi's taken care of everything."