The Wedding - Afterparty

[Seraphina]

Smiling warmly to Cassandra, “Well it’s a great color on you.” It brought out her red hair.

Being the center of attention was difficult for the Nix. Eyes on her, watching her movements, listening as she spoke. It just wasn’t where she was all that comfortable. But, overtime, she was beginning to come to terms with it. The changes her Keeper made to her would always put her front and center. So she’ll focus on the day, what the day meant.

Her focus shifts back to Rhodes as he returns, “I hope so too, but I know she is busy and has built a life elsewhere.” She’d never try and take too much of Mhairi’s time. But just seeing her and seeing the dress had been more than she had hoped for. And in some way, it was enough.

There was a laugh as Liam offered Sonnie his shoulders again. Now that would be a sight!

Circe gets her attention and as Sera looks to the sky, her eyes widen in awe. It had been beautiful!

Trying to wipe a tear from her eye, she hugs Circe, “Oh Circe, it was perfect! Thank you!”

Turning back to Worm, “Thank you! I can’t take credit for the dress; it was made by a dear friend of mine. But I will pass it along.” Her smile wide as she gently touched the dress. This was the Beast part of her, the Nix. The water, the ocean. Alive and ever changing.

“Hi Gerrit! Thank you for coming!” she greets, offering him a hug. “And thank you for the well wishes.” It meant so much to have the Freehold here.

“It couldn’t have happened without all your help.” She always knew she could count on her best friend. But she was surprised when the Beast said no to Liam, “Really?” surprise on her face. Had she been expecting her to say yes? Oh yah. Was she expecting Sonnie to have a change of clothes nearby? Yup.

[Ram]

Ram was late. So late. He'd really fucked up. Forgotten the wedding, forgotten to get a gift, forgotten the after party date and time.

He'd gotten off of a long day of hard work doing extra construction and realized his mistake. He'd showered and thrown on the suit Titania had picked out for him. Not that he was sure it had helped because now it was slightly damp and his willow branch hair had soaked his collar and he had STILL been sweating from work so there was still some of that.

He looked every bit a Render trying to dress up as he rushed in and came up quick, trying to make it look like he hadn't just been jogging to get here faster. He cleared his throat, adjusted his tie awkwardly and looked for the bride and groom, trying not to disturb things anymore than he already had.

"Hey, Seraphina. Rhodes. Congratulations."

[Rhodes]

Looking up at the fireworks, Rhodes couldn't help but laugh. They were just so... Circe. Quietly, he slipped his arms around Sera and rested his head against hers, a small peck on her cheek. "I love you," he whispered quietly to her among the gasps.

He gave Gerrit a smile, so much more easy and relaxed than their last meeting. "Thank you, Gerrit."

It was rare Sonnie seemed to flip from one state to another. It happened to so many, it was easy to take her actions for what they were - people being themselves, even if themselves were no longer human.

He holds Sera a little tighter. "I know. Though I take it as a point of pride I can still surprise you." Long fingers gently laced in hers.

The Flowering looked up at Ram, offering his same calm smile. "Thank you, Ram. Glad you could make it. Glad so many could."

The Dread Lord seemed remarkably lacking in words. His own emotions were roiling around, and it was an iron grip he kept on them to try and remain composed. Happiness and fear, in so many measures.

[Circe]

"Sonny, ya can party in such a dress," Circe points at Sonja Wu, "Its called the waltz. Never said it'd be fun partying. Ya know how it goes my friend."


She gives a salute to Seraphina and Rhodes at their praise for the explosions. As for Sonja's suggestion of bad luck, "Nah, we'd just cheat on the luck," she waves it off as she rejoins the wedding party, "We made enough backup plans didn't we?"


Ram gets a smile and approving nod at his arrival. She wasn't hostess for this shindig. Just pyrotechnics.

[James Turner]

It was easy for him to get overwhelmed and lost, there was a buzz of excitement in the air perfect for a Spring wedding. People's spirits were high as they milled about, his voice caught in his throat as the embraces had been shared, he offered a bright smile to them both. "If you both ever need anything all you have to do is ask. I share the sentiment in theory, practice is much harder." His voice a soft whisper before fading away into the background, someplace he was more comfortable. Then the first bang went off and his eyes traveled to the sky.


The next followed, it was a cacophony of sight and sound to his sensitive perception. Normally he'd filter out the fireworks and focus on the people, but tonight he chose to absorb the magic of the situation letting the flash of light reflect against the black voids of his eyes. He let everything go for once, his shoulders relaxing his back slouching as he took in a deep breath and exhaled shadows.


Musical notes lifted and danced, tickling at his ears. She couldn't help but make music in everything she did, even just the tone of her voice. He was glad he was already crying because a fresh batch of tears rolled down his cheeks silently, his lips curling up into a smile. He just wanted to put his hand in hers and pull her close to him. He looked down and over at her, blinking the happy tears free and offered a smile that was meant only for her. She was as beautiful and radiant as ever but he couldn't help but feel like he was letting her down.


Hands slowly trembling before they carefully slid into his pockets, thumbs hooked on the rim. He swallowed hard, trying to buy himself precious moments to find the words. "Hard not to get swept up in it." Especially for the empath. "It's nice to have these moments to remind us why we fight, why we hide." Hands came up to slowly wipe the tears away only to be replaced by the slow trickle of new ones. "We have to take what moments we can, yea?"

[Cassandra Reeding]

Every time he smiles, her heart seems to catch a little, a small squeeze in her chest, little fluttering butterflies in her stomach. She gazes over him, watching the tears flow from his eyes and all she wants to do is lean in and kiss him. She very nearly did. We have to take what moments we can. Maybe this isn't that moment, but this is enough.


She nods, focused on that smile for a long moment. She knew it was one meant just for her eyes and it makes her smile back all the more. It's hard to keep her expression from becoming too amorous, "If we don't let ourselves be happy now, then when, right?" She hadn't meant it to be, but there is an almost bittersweet tone to it.

[Sonnie Wu]

"What?" She asked innocently of Sera. "You think I was gonna strip nekkid at your reception? This dress is too nice to be climbing trees in. Or Liams."

The Monkey smiled and nodded at Circe, "Now, dancing I can do! I got the booty to shake, bay bay!"

[Liam Gelt]

Liam chuckles at Monkey and Goblin, glad to see their spirits lifted. "Ah, that's right. I forgot about..." ​And then it occurred to him that Sonnie was actually looking very strong and beautiful in that dress. His barkskin cheeks blush just a bit.

John and Cass seem to have gravitated towards each other, and Liam can't help but feel just hint of surprise. I don't remember Cass mentioning John before. But then again, he'd never really asked and she'd never been in a situation to mention it. Is that a Winter thing? Liam couldn't wrap his Ogreish brain around loving someone and not sharing it with the world.

The fireworks explode above, and Liam can't help but "oooh" and "aaah" with the rest of the guests. It almost made him wish he were bigger, so he could get a closer view of the colors flashing in the evening sky. Though he'd do so from a distance of course; Liam's love of colorful things didn't overpower his fear of fire.

And then there are more Ogres here! Liam waves to Ram. "Hey, Ram! Good to see ya!" Even if he did look like he'd run through a rainstorm to get here; though Liam thought the Render pulled off the rugged look quite well. He sees Gerrit as well and decides to head over to join the Stonebones. "Catch you 'round Worm, Sonnie!" He approaches Gerrit and pats his fellow titan on the shoulder, broad smile now free of tears. "Good to see you, Gerrit! How's the flower shop going?"

[Colonel Worm]

The newlyweds are blissful. Surrounded by friends and loved ones. All of whom are having a great time.

The fireworks end and so does the glow of Worm's last visit to the men's room. As the buzz fades, the Colonel finds himself feeling a little morose. Not even mention of Sonnie shaking her money maker touches him at this moment.

No. It's time to ride the rails again. Got to re-zoot.

But does he really want to go alone? Naw. Maybe someone wants to come with? But who? White-within-whites scan the crowd.

Gerrit! Yep. The Ogre could definitely use a pick me up. So Worm makes his approach, sidling up beside the Stonebones.

Tries to look casual (and fails, of course) as he gives Gerrit a nudge with his elbow. Leans in close: "Hey bub. You want to have some fun?" Might as well try. If the big lug isn't into it, the Goblin can make it work alone.

Act Casual, failure

Date	Action	Roll	Result
2021-09-10 17:06:20	Colonel Worm rolls 2 to Manip + Subterfuge (10 Again)	3, 4	failure

[Seraphina]

Spotting Ram, her face lights up, “Ram! Thank you, and so glad you could make it!” genuinely glad to see him. “Hope you’ve been well.” Mentally making a note to setup a time to sit down with him again.

Leaning against Rhodes, smiling, “I love you too.” Closing her eyes as she leaned against him, enjoying the moment.

“You’re going to make it impossible to top yourself for surprises.” She teases.

A warm, gentle smile was offered to John, “Thank you, that means the world.” They had some of the most wonderful friends.

“Strip naked?” a shake of her head, “Nope. But I want you to have fun!” encouraging her. Not that Sonnie needed much of that.

Sapphires watched as the Freehold mingled and talked. This was what they fought to protect. What they struggled to keep safe and close. Moments like this.

“I think I’ll have a glass of champagne.” It wasn’t really said to anyone in particular. But she remembered what her and Sonnie had discussed, and she felt ok tipping her toe into the drinking pool.