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If love is red

Who: All the good people participating in the Blind Date Event
When: February 5th and 6th
Where: All around the city!
What: Blind dates galore!
Warnings/Rating: Pg-13 for at least language, I'm sure, and also bars/nightclubs are involved. Will be changed/updated as necessary. Please let me know if anything needs to be added here!

[You've got a location, you've got a time, you've got a mission: Date. It's as simple as that! Sure you have no idea who you're about to meet, but there is definitely no harm in trusting the expert skills of a 12 year old girl! You're going to have the time of your life, woo that date of yours and spend Valentine's Day with someone special, no doubt about it! So get out there and enjoy yourself!]

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Below in this handy dandy table is a link to all top levels. Top levels are posted in chronological order! If you have questions or need anything, you can PM this account, reach me on aim at breedslilacs or hit me up with a PP

therapeuticGuns and I will be there to help asap! I should have gotten all the proper tags in there, but please make sure you're included! I may have missed a name or two!

Kagemitsu and Mia	Ryouga and Akashi	Ai Thao and Edgeworth	Taroutachi and Turkey
Tadashi and Milla	Nonon and Cyrus	Butch and Katsura	Kashuu and Atem
Roxy and Jaune	Jade and Manfred	Dotanuki and Masamune	Yogi and Shishou
Trucy and Leon	Hawke and Larry	Aura and Oona	Sousei and Kevin
Peko and Soramaru	Myriam and Shiho	Lapis and Phoenix	Gongenzaka and Ruca
Zara and Gintoki	Jungo and Haru	Rasu and Labrador	England and Chibi
Fuyuhiko and Veronica	Jaco and Nagasone	IV and Pearl	Vector and Yuto
Rio and Leia	Cain and Gundam	Weiss and Trunks	Integra and Ricther
Mizael and Patchouli	Rock Lee and Maya	Kousetsu and Souji	Levi and Wolfwood

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Oh. I see what's happening here.

[She nods to herself.]

So you're that type of character, huh.

[What character does she mean? More importantly, do you even want to ask?]

Did you miss me? [He laughs as he slides off of him and runs in a half circle so that they can talk face to face.]

And I don't think so! [He tilts his head as if he needs to think about it before a look of realization crosses his face and he beams at him again.] Or thinking about it, maybe I am! Thinking positive, I think that it's a real lucky coincidence that we both ended up being set up for the same double-date! Having a friend along makes relaxing a lot easier!

[Won't that be the blind leading the blind? He can't help but think, only to brush that thought away upon remembering that it doesn't really matter. He has no intentions of ever playing this game again, after all, so it's not like he really needs to know how to play or even be good at it.]

Alright, sure. So what do we do first?

[Formality, then? Well, Cain is certainly no stranger to it. He inclines his head in return.]

If we're exchanging titles, then, mine is Lord Cain C. Hargreaves, Earl of Cornwall, but given the casual setting, you may continue with my Christian name. [His lips twitch into a smirk.] Shall I do the same with you, then?

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Ah, another man of power. [Refreshing, even if "Earl" isn't as high of a status as his own.]

Tanaka is acceptable in this case, yes. There is no need for formalities.

[And then he gestures to the destination for their date.]

I am not sure it would even be fitting, considering where we are expected to spend our time.

Ah... Anymore? [Now Chibi is curious; the seems strangely similar to his own dreams, the ruin of stasis. That a world without magic might be able to support life is a curious new idea to him.]

[He opens the picnic basket as he speaks, revealing some fruit, mini-sandwiches (tuna and egg salad, it seems; they're cut into little hearts. amazing), and the Cutesy Heart Cake, along with some water and lemonade. With quick motion, as though he's unable to stop moving, he sets out the food in a spread.]

Has your magic reservoir dried up, by chance? I spoke to someone else here for whom that was the case. For an Eliatrope, that would be unthinkable. [It is unthinkable, and barren, and dry. Chibi has seen it.] But for every weakness, we find some workaround to fill it in; I had no idea you could use electricity to power machines until I came here.

Ha?

[Ryouga squints at her, pausing and setting a hand on his hip.]

The hell does that mean?

[It's a little too soon to say, "So far, so good," but his politeness and the bow that he exchanged back for her was at least a decent sign.]

Ah, we should serve ourselves some yogurt and then take a seat.

[She pauses before starting to go over to the machines, looking at Edgeworth curiously.]

Although, I have to wonder, do you like sweets and desserts??

I wouldn't say it's dried up... [England is eyeballing the heart shapes. how very silly! the girl who planned these dates put a whole heck of a lot of effort into them, so he is glad his has not turned out awkward. at least, not yet. he probably shouldn't jinx it...] It's more that most people don't believe in magic anymore, the same way they don't believe in unicorns or fairies.

[he... looks a bit sad, as he says this, but only for a moment. then England's shrugging it off like it's no big deal] Nowadays, science is the big thing. Electricity is everywhere, a lot like in Cerealia, only the technology isn't as advanced.

[ larry is not entirely who she expected either. not that she had many expectations but she's still getting used to the type of men she's met here -- the "modern" guys who have no scars, little muscle, and very odd facial hair. what is that, on his face? did he miss a spot while shaving?

but she does take a moment to look him over, completely checking him out and hawke seems satisfied with what she sees in the end, finally meeting his eyes and giving a smile. larry will do, he'll do indeed. at his question though, oh. she looks to the cut on her arm with a frown. ]

Oh, this. No, I'm fine, really. I ran into a bit of trouble on the way here. [ she looks back to him, completely innocent. ] One of the locals didn't care very much for my commentary on his love life but really, if you come to a restaurant where the sole feature of the place is the fact the waitresses insult you, what do you expect?

[ she waves a hand dismissively, giving a sigh. ]

Nevertheless, his girlfriend seemed much more interested in me towards the end and he took offense to that. I meant to get off shift early, go home and change for well, this but. [ a shrug. ] Still at the end of the day, him and his friends are in the hospital -- not me. I'm here! Ready to enjoy myself.

[ and then she spots the candies and flowers, brightening. ]

Are those for me?

That... That's a shame. [England might shrug it off easily, but Chibi pouts slightly in his stead.] You would think that they wouldn't discard magic so easily, not when it is all around us, in the air, interwoven with the very fabric of life.

[As Chibi relaxes into the situation, he brings a mechanic's multi-tool from inside his hat to fiddle with it: flipping it open, closed, open again.]

The art of it - of technology, of magic - is in synergizing the two. See here- [he starts to gesture, multi-tool still in his hand, talking with his hands like he often does] -It is the will of wakfu, or magic, however you call it, that will bring us to technological heights yet unexplored. And through those technological heights, we will come closer to nature, and the Goddess of my world who rules over it.

At least, that's how I see it, everything meshing together. [A gentle smile, like he's made his peace with that cycle.] But I suppose some people, from your world and mine alike, just... Don't want to see.

[ Exactly like in space. Jaco tried to sit up in his seat; silently lamenting how the table rose up to his chest as he listened. ]

Well we may as well use our vouchers for a meal. You said you were a sword though?

[ After finally opting to sit on his knees, the patroller placed his elbows on the table and hummed in thought. ]

Is that like an earthling knight? Your history books mention knights being a metaphorical "sword arm" of whoever they are loyal to. Or something.

[ It may have been the most academic thing Jaco's ever repeated, and even then he wasn't sure if he was getting that from an actual history book or a medieval action movie. ]

[Yes, good progress Manfred. Please don't shoot the messenger. In fact, don't shoot anything.]

[Once he enters, Jade's eyes pass over everyone in the area, in search of the telltale matching badge. But it's not long at all before he manages to spot said badge... being worn by a rather-severe looking man who looked old enough that he should only be properly paired with Miss Recreare.

Jade doesn't have actual intentions of romance, so doesn't let this really phase him. He just smiles lightly as if this is a completely ordinary match-up and he approaches him. 'Manfred'. Ah, in case anyone had any doubts as to his gender.]

Good afternoon, Manfred. [He pulls up the empty seat at the table.] It seems we're to be each other's company this afternoon.

[England's eyes light up when Chibi suggests that magic is life. yes, someone is speaking his language!]

People [humans, he wants to say] find all sorts of reasons for explaining how things work, though. You say it is the will of magic that will bring us to more technology. Others will say evolution or science, while more still will say belief in a higher power. It all depends on who you ask.

[ He didn't realize you were supposed to be super fancy. He's never ever owned clothes as fancy as what Katsura is wearing.

It sure is a surprise to find himself paired with a guy, and with someone that he knows, even. But that's okay, he supposes. He doesn't know much about dating, anyway. He wasn't a charmer the same way Sundance was, even if he could be one by being a cheerful and warm guy.

He grins at the other man. He never really did mind Katsura breaking into his home, anyway. That's just another way of meeting people. ]

Nah, I haven't. Can't say it's a bad thing t'have, it'll alert me if I get more surprise visits, don't ya think? [ He glances over toward the seats. ] Ya wanna have a seat, Katsura? [ He'll even pull out your chair, if it's a joint with chairs. ]

[The fact that he agreed and that she gets to teach someone makes her smile.]

First, we must change our shoes, pick a ball and then find a lane. Then we can try bowling.

[In (or about) that order. This can't go terribly, she's sure of it.]

Come. [She starts leading the way to where there are shoes for rent.]

It means, [She pauses for dramatic effect.] That you are what is commonly known as a tsundere!

[The really upsetting thing is, sadly, that this isn't the first time he's heard that word used in reference to himself. Rather than find any truth in it, of course, Ryouga scowls and is on the defensive immediately.]

Excuse you!? The hell kinda thing is that to say to a stranger, you nerd?

[There's a pause before Ryouga gets flustered and sputters out hurriedly]

And I'm definitely not, Otaku.

[In this case, it's... quite literally life - to the point where you can quite literally suck it out of planets and kill entire civilizations to power a spaceship--]

[--not saying his people did that in their past lives or anything......]

All terms for the same thing, in some way. Either way, it's like a river erodes at its shores: inalienable, constant movement. [He cracks a lemonade and takes a sip, as if to accent his talk of fluidity... But really, it's just because he's thirsty.]

An Eliatrope might say that the only reality is that movement. It's the force that brings people together, indeed that which forged our entire Krosmoz. But you, personally - to what might you attribute the 'way things work'?

[England makes a thoughtful noise as he collects the other lemonade for himself. might as well try one of those heart sandwiches, too. hopefully there are no aphrodisiacs or tiny monsters in them. if it was CERES planning these dates, that would be a realistic threat!]

Oh, I don't know. [how to put this in a way where he won't admit how old he is, or that he's not even human?] Tried religion for a while, tried science for a while. In the end, I suppose I believe that things simply happen because of reasons I am unable to explain. [ha, philosophy on the first date, is it?] I believe in magic, but I find that I am partial more towards actual facts than faith.

[Oh, that wasn't the blood he was talking about but that other cut is important to note too, he supposes.]

Well I'm glad you're...?

[Okay, is what he wants to say. But Hawke launches into her story of how the blood and cuts happened in the first place before he can finish.

The more she describes, more and more questions are raised on Larry's end. However, he can't seem to find the correct phrasing for those questions. She was at an insult restaurant? She was insulting a dude's love life and the girlfriend was suddenly into her? And she beat the crap out of the guy and his friends and sent them to the hospital?

Aside from the look of genuine shock, confusion, and slight horror on his face, he doesn't seem to act on anything Hawke said. This is officially the weirdest date he's ever been on, period. At the same time though, he feels like he's getting to know Hawke way more quickly than should be expected on a first date let alone the first couple minutes, and the main thing he's learned is that well...this woman is not to be messed with.

He finds it astounding how Hawke could be talking about sending people to the hospital and then smile so...wonderfully, not moments later. It helps him force a smile himself, trying to get over his shock. He nods, holding out the flowers and candy bag.]

They sure are. These too- they're candy hearts with color meanings! I hope you like 'em.

[He has to mentally psyche himself up as the conversation goes. He can't let himself be intimidated, no matter how crazy this date is. He's supposed to be a pro at this!]

[Mia also hadn't signed up for this- and she suspected she knew who was responsible and was going to have words with her later. Even so, she knew that it had been done with the best of intentions so she couldn't be too angry. She'll just have to make it perfectly clear that she's not interested in anything romantic and just try and have a pleasant morning with a new acquaintance at-

Oh huh. A game center.

And then she spots her date and suddenly feels like a dirty old woman as the young man wearing a green name badge that matches hers doesn't look all that much older than Maya.

Not necessarily a good start, but she'll make the best of it as she walks over to Kagemitsu with an open smile.]

Hi, I think you're here for me. I'm Mia.

[For Atem, this date felt much more like an obligation, the kind that wakes you, unexpectedly, late in the morning with some business or another for which you never asked and which certainly sounds more like a chore than anything fun. He had tried to impress upon Mabel that there had been some mistake but it was too late, the match was made and backing out would only mean disappointing someone, a fact that didn't sit so well with him.

As such, he makes sure to show up, not particularly early but in that just in time fashion that gives the impression that his is not to be wasted. He's dressed no more or less formally than any other day but the gold that trims his clothes probably surpasses a finery that looks deliberate enough for such an occasion.

At least the location was right. It's his first time in this arcade but all it takes is a quick glance at the afternoon crowd and he can already tell they won't be lacking in things to do. He finds his other half for the day without much effort, and approaches amiably enough, though at a loss for what to say. Were they supposed to take this seriously, or was it just for fun?]

Kashuu, right?

[Of course it was right. It says so right on the badge.]

[Atem may be at a loss for what to say, but Kashuu is a motormouth and filled with so much social energy that he could probably shoulder every single Severe Lineface in Cerealia... Clearly this isn't going to be a difficult task for him at all! After all, Atem took the effort to show up and start off the conversation. That's already better than what some people here can manage...]

Mmmhm, that's me! And you're Atem, yeah? [A quick glance toward his badge just to double-check, and then, after a once-over:] —Wow! You're really pretty. [This is terrible, because he's not even flirting. This is just the way he is... Kashuu Kiyomitsu: connoisseur of Aesthetic™. He's diggin the gold in particular; the tsuba of the sword at his hip is also gold, and he's always found things cast in that metal to be warm and pleasant to look at.

—Right, that's a thing, too. He definitely has a sword with him. Maybe he talked security into letting him keep it?! (Maybe they just haven't caught him yet he's too sneaky.)]

With all the people I had to help, I was getting kinda worried, y'know? Like, no one here knows how to dress themselves or something. It's nice to see a change! [A self-satisfied nod.] A-ny-way, I brought you something.

[And from his bag he pulls... a little charm! One of the small cloth bags with a bell attached, signifying good fortune. It's a simple gift, not particularly romantic, but he isn't really here for romance despite his general enthusiasm. It's decorated like it was sold for Valentine's Day, though, all in soft pinks and whites.]

[He shakes his head.]

I don't know what I was expecting, to be honest... I don't even know who signed me up for this... [He trails off, dropping his gaze to the ground.]

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I'm sorry about her

she hit the nail on the head immediately tho so

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sorry I'm late but oh my gosh he's so cute!

no worries!! AND IM GLAD YOU THINK SO... bc theres no escape for atem now r.i.p

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