[open] vive la france to the birthday girl

[thejoyrider]

Who: Marie and her birthday guests
When: Noveuer 2nd
Where: The house she lives in with Scathach and Zelda
What: birthday party and you are invited!
Warnings: n/a




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[Marie's room has gained new decorations... or maybe it always looks like this? You would have to visit her again to find out. For now though, why not try some of the fine French cuisine that has been prepared? Baguettes, quiches, sweet and savory crêpes are lined up on plates. There's more!

If it is something sweeter you are looking for, rows of macarons and eclairs are waiting for you. Or maybe you prefer crème brûlée? Just remember to not eat too much - after all you still have to try Marie's birthday cake!]

ii

[It is still a few days before the masquerade, but why should we wait? Let's get some practice and dance! Make sure not to bump into other guests though, since the room is a bit smaller than Marie would have told you, even if she claims that she could absolutely fit half of Aefenglom in here.

If you are not one for dancing, why don't you take a seat, relax a bit and listen to the music? Or maybe you would like to play something yourself?]

iii

[Need a break from the celebration? Or maybe you are not a party type at all and only came here because Marie talked you into it or made you promise you would come? Maybe spend some time in the garden and breathe in some fresh air? The season has turned chilly though, so make sure to dress appropriately!

The birthday girl might check up on you to make sure everyone is enjoying themselves, but in the meanime, maybe strike up a conversation about the passing year with someone else who is resting a bit?]

wildcard?

[want to do something else? sure!]

Comments

[integrous]

[ Oh no, why did Marie have to ask it that directly! It really makes it hard for Asahi to answer it without either lying or hurting Marie's feelings, and she'd really hate to do either. Hence why it looks like she's thinking for a second before she answers. ]

Well.. parties aren't really my thing. [ See, the perfect non-answer. To avoid lying or being rude. ] Are you having fun though? That's way more important. It's your birthday, after all.

[thejoyrider]

I am! It is a wonderful party, what else could I want for myself? However [and here Marie points at Asahi] you are my guest tonight and I am the host. So it falls on me to make sure my guests are enjoying themselves, each and every one of them!

[Marie smiles. She knows better than to hug Asahi now, but she does take a seat next to the girl]

I thought we could enjoy a chat here, where it is not as loud as it is outside.

[integrous]

That'd be nice. If you have a moment to chat, that is. [ Since it sounds like Marie is keeping herself busy if she's really trying to look after everyone who's come over.

But there's a good reason as to why it'd be nice. Asahi sticks her hand into a pocket and then pulls out what looks like a small wrapped present. ]

Here, this is for you. I'm sorry that it's not much, but.. it's still your birthday, so I thought I should at least bring you something.

[thejoyrider]

[Marie was already smiling, but seeing that Asahi made sure to bring her a gift makes her even happier. She moves her arms as if to wrap them around the red haired girl in a hug, but stops herself before touching her. She was not supposed to do that, not yet!]

Thank you so much, Asahi! So thoughtful of you to bring me a present!

[She takes the package and unwraps it carefully, making sure not to tear the wrapping]

[integrous]

[ Apparently Marie really does learn! Although Asahi probably would have been more prepared for it this time. At least a little bit. Marginally so.

But just the thanks is already enough to make her look slightly bashful. Not enough to blush, but there's a small awkward smile on her face that seems to convey it all the same as she watches the other girl unwrap the gift. It's small - just a decorative hairpin in the shape of a star. It's kind of cute though. ]

Ahh, I'm just doing what's normal! Who shows up to a birthday party without a gift, huh?

[thejoyrider]

[Marie's eyes light up as soon as she unwraps the packaging and takes out the hairpin. She immediately takes it out and brings it closer to her face to get a good look. It was really cute! Asahi had a good eye for these things]

Thank you so much, I love it!

[Marie does not hug the other girl, but she immediately slides the hairpin into her bangs]

[integrous]

[ Although the smile on Asahi's face doesn't quite lose its awkward edge, at the very least it does grow bigger at the sight of the other girl looking so happy. ]

Really? I'm glad. [ She did think for a while about what to buy Marie! She wanted to make sure it was something nice, even if it couldn't be something big. ] I thought it'd suit you since you're so cute.

[thejoyrider]

[Marie does not miss that subtle change in Asahi's facial expression]

That was really thoughtful of you, Asahi! I really appreciate that you took the time to pick out something you thought would be good for me.

[She smiles at the other girl.]

You have a good eye for this!

[integrous]

Well, I'm not so sure about that last part.. [ She awkwardly scratches her cheek a little as she gets flustered at the mountain of compliments and thanks, but still seems kind of happy. ] I just tried my best, you know?

[ Her gaze slides over to the hairpin now Marie has it in her hair. ]

I guess it went well though this time, it really does look cute on you. Or maybe you're just a natural when it comes to making anything look cute!

[thejoyrider]

[Marie smiles and lets out a small laugh]

That is very likely to be true as well, yes. I do look well in almost anything.

[She was not going to deny it. After all, her existence as Heroic Spirit was tied to being admired, being loved by others. Princess of Loveliness]

But I still think it is very cute and that it suits me well, regardless of anything else!