[network] @ADMIN; Notice [DAY 097]

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[boozegeoisie]

Lady Rydia...

[He is surprised by her encouraging words, and how much she clearly wishes to inspire hope in him and to encourage him not to give up.]

Aye, of course. Do not misunderstand, my lady. Scant do I plan to let this place get to me, though I realize it would seem quite the opposite.

[blessedmaiden]

[She takes a moment to take a deep breath and then when she speaks again she's the usual, old Rydia, trying to sound as cheerful as possible. she's proud of you, young man!]

That's the spirit, my lord!

Now all that's left to do is to find your position on the city and I'm sure we'll manage to adjust a meeting with your family in a matter of hours, days at worst! no one got hurt and as unpleasant as this relocation has been this won't break our spirit!

And, hey, we have to move downtown for the party anyway, this will grant us a further chance to gather things for the celebration... right?

[boozegeoisie]

Thank you...

[He lets out a long suffering sigh.]

Took more than a moon to reunite with my brother, but I suppose suffering a handful of days is not as horrible as it could be.

[The party, yes. That's a thing still, isn't it?]

'Tis my hope we do not get scattered once more before we can even start our festivities. I trust you still are bringing the drinks?

[blessedmaiden]

We are here to help each other, aren't we?

[She's not positive, nor optimistic, but this will pass and there are far too many upset people around.]

Indeed. This place makes you feel sad and lonely but... you have your brother, you're both going to look for each other and will soon be reunited.

[Sometimes she wishes she had some friend from home too, like Luca, her best friend, or her young child... and at the same time she's glad they're safe in their homes. Let's change topic, the party still seems a great option to cheer up more people!]

Absolutely. I couldn't find a lot of alcohol but I also have delicious sweet drinks with me! And considering ims seem to be resupplied every ten days or something I want to believe that someone will get to visit the liquor shop too, get more drinks and share with us all.

I just hope that this place will grant us a break, I... everyone needs it. and while I'm not usually fond of parties and festivities I'm looking forward a meeting with you all.

[boozegeoisie]

Aye indeed. Perhaps I was too quick to display my dismay at the situation, 'tis not as grim as I first imagined.

[The rest he nods to as he listens until she says something that catches him off guard.]r

You are not fond of parties?! Pray, how can that be so? Parties are so delightful, and are one of the things I miss most from home. Nothing nurtures the spirit quite like a good mingling with wonderful mead to wet the tongue.

[Ishgardian nobility certainly love their little soirees, that's for certain. Emmanellain just loves partying anyways, even if not some official noble banquet, getting smashed at the bar is just as good.]

[blessedmaiden]

It's such a relief to hear you speak like this. Those are the words of a strong and brave man!

[She giggles, shaking her head. Rydia only attended two celebrations in her life and only one wasn't interrupted by enemies.]

It's hard to explain. My people... I was raised in a world without sun or seasons, underground it's hard to keep track of time, meaning all season related celebraions little to nothing to us, and most creatures I had around were so ancient they didn't celebrate too much. SO while I sincerely enjoy other people's company, looking forward for a chance to give everyone a big hug... I don't consider myself too fond of parties, especially big and fancy ones.

Oh, but I believe in their power to restore people's morale, the only thing that'd make the things better would probably be a wedding!

[Humans love their weddings!]

[boozegeoisie]

Your words are very kind, my lady. I will endeavor to not stray far from such descriptors.

[He smiles broadly at the compliment, but he knows full well he is anything but.]

Perhaps I must needs aim to make this party one that will stick with you for a long time to come. If 'tis only your inexperience with them that keeps you at bay, then it shall be an experience to last.

[The mention of a wedding does make him pause a moment, his smile faltering for a second as he thinks that over. Weddings are truly adored by most people, but...]

However, as for a wedding... old girl, I really do not think this the place for such, as beautiful as such a ceremony may be. I fear not many are thinking of matrimony in a place like this—I could be wrong, admittedly.

[blessedmaiden]

Please, just call me Rydia. And I'm sure you will, my lord.

[She's devoting herself to motivate people here, Emmanellain, maybe she's talking a bit too much praising others but... Rydia feels like that's the only thing she can do.]

Oh my... There is no need for you to worry about this, I will be content just meeting the rest of us, save your energies for yourself and the others.

[There's an amused chuckle from her side] Well- [Old girl, mh? That certainly is a fitting way to adress her...] it's hard to suggest a real wedding when we'd lack both bride and groom. Mine was more a generic consideration, not a suggestion of sort, I would never ask two of our companions to get married for the sake of celebrating it!