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unknownseas2021-02-13 06:30 pm
scouserer) wrote in unknownseas2021-02-13 06:30 pm
(too late) you're at the party
[Well, it's safe to say that trial fucking sucked. Therefore, some sort of afterparty is in order. Constantine is admittedly not good at throwing parties without some sort of liquor or other drug involved, but that's where Data and Sylvando guide him.
First order of business--invites. Upon returning to your rooms, crumpled pieces of paper have been taped to the doors. Written in poor handwriting is the following:]
meet at the lounge
bring whatever you want
[Simple, but effective. The lounge itself has been livened up a bit with Sylvando's help. Some nicely patterned fabric has been draped around on the tables to liven up the place a little, and snacks from the café and vending machines have been placed out for people to peruse.
A few supplies from the first aid room have been gathered, as well, for those who may need it. But perhaps the help is unnecessary, as tomorrow will likely bring another New Years Eve. And with it, another week of despair and frustration.
But for now, they can forget about that and pretend that all that matters is the present.]
First order of business--invites. Upon returning to your rooms, crumpled pieces of paper have been taped to the doors. Written in poor handwriting is the following:]
bring whatever you want
[Simple, but effective. The lounge itself has been livened up a bit with Sylvando's help. Some nicely patterned fabric has been draped around on the tables to liven up the place a little, and snacks from the café and vending machines have been placed out for people to peruse.
A few supplies from the first aid room have been gathered, as well, for those who may need it. But perhaps the help is unnecessary, as tomorrow will likely bring another New Years Eve. And with it, another week of despair and frustration.
But for now, they can forget about that and pretend that all that matters is the present.]
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That's right. I'm only here at all because of her. Since she was the one who gave me this life, it's only fair that I devote it to her and let her use it as she wishes.
[ There's a pause, and then he adds— ]
But it's not like it's an obligation or anything. It's what I want to do.
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[He has someone just like that back home. Just...nowhere near on Decus' level.]
I think after what happened today, it's easy to see that she cares about you too deep down. I just... [He sighs.] I just wish she was better to you, is all.
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[ Though it's probably clear by now that he tends to tune negative things out unless that negativity is pointed specifically at Alice and he needs to fight someone. ]
But I'm glad you can see it too. I mean... it'd be really great if she loved me as much as I love her, but I'm still happy with things as they are.
[ ...Also still always trying everything he can to be more appealing to her, but still happy. ]
I just hope that doesn't get used against her like that again.
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[He says that with the unvoiced implication that he'll probably step in if they start getting ganged up on over that again next time.
Hmmm... Decus says he's okay with things as they are now, but that just nags at Sylvando a little. Maybe he can help in some way?]
Say, honey...wanna brainstorm some fun little things to do for Alice? I think she could probably use something a bit more...sweet and subtle, right now.
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Subtle?
[ Honestly, given his own typical subtlety level, it might not be completely clear whether he's wondering what kinds of ideas Sylvando has in mind or what the word even means. ]
Like what? I've been putting together that cake pop bouquet for her...
[ Which if nothing else is sweet, at least...? ]
That's not too much, is it? I mean, I know she loves cake.
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...except...]
Oh! That actually sounds wonderful! [Way to surprise the heck out of him, Decus.] I don't that's too much at all! How many cake pops are you short still? I can snag a bunch before Jasper gets his mitts on them tomorrow.
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[ Brightening up at this approval! ]
Well... I just need four more of those pink ones, and then I'll have two dozen of them — one for each year of my life! And then there's this diamond ring I made that I was thinking I could tie into the ribbon around the bouquet.
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Honey, are you planning to propose?
[ON THE MURDER CRUISE???]
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[ Though, like, not a good one since it's just a diamond superglued to a wire... ]
I mean, she already knows I want to marry her, that's just kind of a standing open offer.
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Of course you've already told her... Silly me, I should've guessed!
Misunderstandings aside, it sounds like a lovely addition to the bouquet. I truly hope she receives it well, honey.