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[disasdeer]

[ Louis appears on the camera, and behind him is a very empty looking room at the inn. Perfect - just how he decorates. He leans back into a chair and has his arms folded over his chest. ]

I was away for a few months and things got bad here, it looks like. I think I have the short version of what happened, and I don't need all of the details. Besides, that's not why I'm here on the network.

[ He considers and then -- ]

In December, at home, we have a Holiday called Rexmas. It's to be spent with families and loved ones, gift giving, that sort of thing. I wager other places have similar holidays, and if you want - you can share what yours are. I'm admittedly a bit curious. December is always busy and eventful for me, and this is the first year in many where I don't anticipate being busy, so I don't know what to do with myself.

Which made me get an idea, which I suspect that a lot of people will like.

[ His tone doesn't shift, and his attention seems solidly on the camera. His tone is...formal, almost stern. ]

I'm thinking that the first weekend of December we should have a party for everyone. A formal party, or maybe a masquerade? Maybe let me know what sounds more fun for you. An opportunity for people to dress up in something nice and enjoy each other's company. To drink, and dance, and party, essentially.

I've worked to organize events like this at home many times before, so I have no problem securing a location, and working to organize the event. As long as others are willing to volunteer to help with setup of it.

[ He unfolds his arms, and his body seems to relax. He smiles a little. ]

That being said, I want to make sure everyone can fully enjoy themselves, and it's a safe event. So I do have a few things that I want to ensure are absolutely going to be rules.

First, children under the age of sixteen will be forbidden to stay after nine in the evening. Second, all weapons are to be left at home. Third, no fighting with magic, either. Magic may be used for the purpose of entertainment at the event.

Again, I want a peaceful, safe event - so these are the only real non-negotiables. Beyond those, I'm open to suggestions, contributors. That's sort of thing.

Comments

[disasdeer]

What wouldn't be fair is if I went back to my original idea and uninvite anyone underage. Sometimes the grown-ups want to let loose.

[pricklybloom]

[ She huffs a sigh. ] Ugh, fine. I guess it's better than nothing.

[ She probably didn't want to be around when the grown-ups "let loose" anyway. ]

[disasdeer]

I mean, it's the best we're going to do. I don't want to exclude children, but adults should be able to have an evening free of children, too.

[pricklybloom]

[ She wants to argue, because he's making it sound like adults are around kids all the time, which is not only not true, especially around here, but then by that argument children should have a chance to have some fun without adults interfering either. And even more so these days, after undergoing a lot of stressful things like the previous few months. But she doesn't say anything, because she does worry that he might decide to uninvite kids if she keeps pushing it.

Still, a kids-only party is an idea she files away for another time. ]

...I don't think pushing the time to ten would hurt you guys all that much.

[ Okay, maybe just one more little thing. ]

[disasdeer]

If an hour makes no difference, then nine is fine.

[ He's stubborn. ]

The fact that you're persistent isn't actually helping your case, you know?

[pricklybloom]

[ So is she. ] It makes no difference for you guys, because you'll get to be there as long as you want. But for those of us that are being told we have to leave at a certain time? An extra hour is nice.

[ She bristles a little at the insinuation, even while knowing that such a response is exactly what he means. So she tries to keep her voice neutral as she answers. ]

I'm just lightly disagreeing, that's all. We all work just has hard as anyone else.

[disasdeer]

Alright, you've convinced me. Eight it is.

[ He is absolutely teasing this time. ]

[pricklybloom]

[ She doesn't know him well enough to really tell if he's actually joking or not, but it's still funny enough that she manages a laugh anyway. ]

Hey!