[open] jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock.

[babbylon]

Who: Gilgamesh and everyone! A group holiday party for the "Most Wonderful Time of the Year" job.
When: Forward dated to December 7th or so.
Where: Heaven's Feel, Caissa
What: Gilgamesh and friends are getting into the holiday spirit, and you're invited! Join for gifts, grog, mistletoe and more.
Rating: There will probably be drunken shenanigans going on, thus PG-13 to be safe.

Happy Holidays!



[The holidays are in full swing at Heaven's Feel! Brightly lit trees and ornaments litter the store, with warm fires blazing, gentle music playing and mistletoe strung from every available spot on the ceiling. The ostentatious host stands at the ready to attend every need and ensure everyone has a match of their very own this holiday season—including you!

Generous portions of hot chocolate, gingerbread cookies, and wine are being offered free of charge to all guests. These delights are enchanted to fill you with an extra dose of courage, so be bold! Go after your crush, engage a complete stranger, or just do something really crazy to celebrate the joyous occasion. 'tis the season to be jolly, after all.

The sprigs of mistletoe have been charmed by Gilgamesh to encourage smooching. The urge to pucker up beneath them will be strong, so watch where you stand! If you look beneath the big tree in the center of the store, you'll find a gift addressed to you. It could be an article of clothing, a ticket for free services, or even something more personal!

Naturally, Heaven's Feel matchmaking services are always available, so feel free to fill out a card while you're here or just get cozy by the fireplace. Merry Cherima, everyone!]

Comments

[anti_altruisms]

[ ...oh no, it's cute.

Archer takes out the scarf, looks it over, and...looks at her. ]

...did you make this?

[hoasen]

[She's nervous because does this mean he likes it or not?!]

Y-yes...it's getting colder, no? Gilgamesh also told me you like those colours...

[anti_altruisms]

[ He does like it. It's rare enough that he receives a gift, but he can imagine a great deal of thought and care went into this.

He smiles (just a tad) as if to assuage her unspoken nervousness and offers her the scarf. ]

Help me try it on?

[hoasen]

[She won a smile...protect it forever, even if it's little. He encourages her all the same. And here Archer judges himself, when he manages to calm Vietnam down enough for her to take the scarf.

To reach, she pushes on her toes, ready to wrap it around him.]

I hope it suits you, I relied on my imagination.

[anti_altruisms]

[ It's a tiny smile, more for her benefit than his, but it's there nonetheless -- or at least, for a brief moment.

The scarf settles around his neck, and he turns a little so she can get a better view of how it looks on him. Needless to say, red is definitely his color. ]

It does.

[ Again, there's that faint smile. ]

Thank you.

[hoasen]

[That's the best kind of smile, where he just...well, he tries. And he does it better than she ever would because she screwed up whenever she forces one!

But the one on her face now is natural and honest, because it suits him. She's relieved as she is happy. And perhaps a little more so the more he smiles. She straightens the scarf just a bit more.]

You're welcome. I'm glad we can do something like this. [Because he came back!]

[anti_altruisms]

[ Trying is the most and best he can do. He's long since mastered sneering or sardonic sorts of smiles, but genuine, heartfelt ones are rare.

In any event, he looks dashing in his scarf, and she looks lovely wearing her necklace, so they're both doing fairly well. ]

Perhaps, we will again.

[ They may or may not be here in another year, but there will be other opportunities, probably... ]

They seem to appreciate festivities here.

[hoasen]

[And here she thinks he needs to smile more. Because he's rather handsome when he does so. And he looks a little more...relaxed.

Granted he's looking very relaxed right now, dressed down and in his scarf. She's so pleased!]

Perhaps. It reminds me a bit of home, in a way, because of these festivities...oh, and food is also important during those times. Have you eaten yet?

[anti_altruisms]

[ One day, perhaps. Archer still doesn't find it in him very often to smile in a completely genuine fashion, but maybe, it'll stick, eventually.

For now, though, he's just glad she likes her gift... It took some time and a few botched attempts to get it just right. ]

I've tried a few of the snacks...

[ In other words, he's been grazing like a bird. ]

[hoasen]

[She'll help! Vietnam might not be the best when it comes to smiling, but she understands why it is so important. If it will help Archer with his emotions, and potentially his own acceptance, she will give it a shot.

Also, the fact he made this gift means she'll treasure it forever. Must keep it safe!]

I made a few things I hope you would like... The drinks are also quite good. Would you like to try them...?

[Why does she always get any when something may get judged? She really wants him to enjoy something nice though.]

[anti_altruisms]

[ Vietnam is certainly better at smiling (and emotions) than he is. ]

Which things?

[ He hasn't sampled a whole lot. ]

The hot cocoa is good.

[hoasen]

[Amusingly, she's getting better now because of love. Archer, love yourself?!]

The hot cocoa is especially good. Gilgamesh only wanted the midst decadent chocolate.

[She takes his wrist, ready to lead him towards the table. She appears strangely excited!]

Have you tried the fruit pies...? The Christmas log...?