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[GV] - 6 - Festive

Golden Victory isn't about to go two months without a proper change in decor! Their fearless leader hasn't seemed to be in the best of spirits (falling into a coma can do that to a guy), so things aren't quite as extravagant as normal. Instead of playful, things seem a bit more ambient - warm golden lights, rich red tablecloths, holly, garland, maybe even a sprig of mistletoe here and there for the mischievous heart that may wander. And... well, it's a bit of a mystery how they managed to get it through the front door, but there's a well-lit tree taking up one corner of the main floor.

Per usual the rules and employee roster are posted near the door. It seems a bit quieter around here than usual.

Hosts:
Angelo
Asbel Lhant
Duke Pantarei
Fai D. Flourite (assistant chef and appointments)
Guy Cecil (bartender)
Ioder
Jade Curtiss (bartender)
Malik Caesar (bartender)
Peony Malkuth IX
Rin Okumura (chef)
Serph
Sora and Roxas
Zelos Wilder (Only takes appointments with women.)
Please note that some hosts may be unavailable due to coma.

The staff are free to their normal wardrobes this month... well, for the most part. Red, white, green and gold seem to be all over the place, encouraging to fit in with the Christmas spirit. There may even be some fur or a little more ~*sparkle*~ than the hosts might be used to. A certain emperor may have taken the liberty of making sure there's at least one spectacular outfit front and center for them to wear.

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[The holidays had become a strange time for Rin in the past two years. It was difficult to kill the infectious joy and general happiness for him completely, because really Christmas and his birthday was the biggest event for him every year and he always looked forward to it no matter what.

But it had become somewhat of a double edged sword, because it was also a reminder. A reminder of what he didn't have anymore, and just how much he missed his father.

He was doing everything he could to not let that keep him down, though. He knew that if Father Fujimoto could tell him anything it probably would have been to cheer up, and remember the good times instead of the bad.

Or something like that.

He never could speak for the old man very well.

But the holidays were in full swing at both the Villa and his work, so he happily donned a goofy Christmas hat on top of a red version of his usual chef's jacket with a white apron underneath. He didn't get to be as sparkly as everyone else, but that was the hazard of working with food that could ruin the nicer costumes.

For the moment, if anyone was looking for him (or chancing running in to him on accident) he was on his break from the kitchen, either taking a seat outside of it, or just wandering around and saying hi to some familiar faces.]

[He waited until the other had settled down in a seat before he will help himself to plopping on down right next to him. Someone was actually sort of dressed for the season and perhaps the snow up on the island.

Attention was going to be directed to the chef's hat that Rin was wearing.]

Where did you pick that up from? [Whether he was interested for mocking purposes or actually interested was a mystery. He kept his tone of voice even as he placed an elbow on the table.]

[Rin sighed a little when he saw Vanitas, resisting the urge to comment on the sweater. This had become a regular thing, Vanitas bothering him at work, but he let it happen.

Contrary to popular belief around the bubble, their little truce was not a result of Rin trusting him. A part of him kind of wished it could be that way, sure. He'd made friends with so-called enemies before. But he knew better. He knew what Vanitas was capable of and for him it really was more about "I don't push his buttons he doesn't push mine" and finding some tentative level of peace amongst the occasional harassing.

That didn't mean Rin was happy to get bothered at work by him.]

... Peony found it. [Was his answer before he went back to looking vaguely bored.]

[He knew how little the other trusted him. It was funny watching people assume the demon did in fact like or trust the monster. The whole pieces of interactions entertained him. That and that small amount of guilt Rin might have actually felt over what Roxas shared with him was very interesting.

Vanitas will make a non-committal sound at first before it registered that he didn't exactly recognize the name. Either the person wasn't worth remembering or he missed whatever network posts they might have had. ]

Another host? [Actually sounding interested in that little bit. Vanitas rested his chin on his hand as he watched Rin carefully.

Comment on the sweater!] What does your cat like?

Zelos' assistant.

[The question got a raised eyebrow, attention somewhat back on Vanitas now.]

... Kuro?

[Rin wasn't entirely sure Vanitas even knew that Rin had a proper pet cat. A gift from Riku, no less. Not that he remembered it.]

[He knows about the other cat, but Kuro was the one to interest him. Probably because of how odd he looked.

There was a nod.] Yeah. That one. [Not even bothering saying the name.

He pretty much was saying "Hey, can I get your critter something?" mo-om] And you.

[Crossing his arms against his chest as he leans back.]

[Of course a nekomatta is going to be more interesting than Aurelio.]

... he likes food. And cat toys. ... and sake.

[There's no answer to the second part, just a stare of "... what no. You're not getting me anything. Stop it."]

[Sake? Haha. Drunk kitty could be interesting. Maybe he'll just have to acquire the cat for a day.

And yes. Answer that other thing. Vanitas will continue to stare at him.]

Not going to repeat the question. [Don't make him leave dead things at the door.

Another pause.] ...have any ideas as to what to get someone older?

... you don't gotta get me anything.

[No. Really. Please don't.]

How much older? ... not that age usually matters in gifts.

[He'll give a bit of a smirk in response. Too bad, Rin. He'll wake up to something weird at his door later.

He'll concentrate on the second topic as he thought over the issues with actually fessing up the name. It was Rin, and the alchemist had manners. People tend to actually be okay with him.]

Ever meet one named Solf Kimblee? He wears white suits and has a ponytail.

... yeah, I know him.

[He can't say he's on great terms with the man thanks to the shit Alister pulled, but they've managed to have civil conversations at least.]

I wouldn't know what to get someone like him either.

Helpful as always.

[He didn't sound like his usual mocking self. Just amused as he reached up to lightly flick at the top of his hat.]

I'll figure it out eventually. Probably will get blown up before then. [It was amazing he hadn't been blown up yet. Came close a few times though.

Turning his attention to the decorations of the place.] ...how long have you been here?

Ain't my job to help you.

[Huffsigh. Why does he do this to himself?]

Don't expect me to mourn you if you do. Idiot.

[There's a long pause before Rin answers the next question, his voice quiet.]

... ten months.

Hmm.

[Rin was a masochist.]

Would be weird if you did. [Looking at him out of the corner of his view.] Not allowed to follow the lead if I do.

[Nodding towards the decorations.] How far do yo think the locals are going to mimic the... tradition? Curious if I should set up something if they decide to break in.

[Maybe a bit of one.]

Don't have any plans on doin' that.

[He huffed, glancing up at the decorations with a shrug.]

How the hell should I know? I wasn't here last Christmas.

Duh, unless this place skips months.

[Rolling his eyes before he looked over.] Might want to be careful in case they do. Want to wake up to a lobster breaking in to leave you dead fish?

[Have any trigger happy friends staying over? That could be fun to watch.]

Tch. We got way too many people with weapons [and that are weapons] around the Villa for that to matter. They'd chase whoever the hell it is off before anything happened.

It'll certainly be lively.

[He wonders if he should even tell Kimblee his suspicions or see if he'll blow up the intruder. Grinning at the thought.]

Be sure to share if something does happen.

Yeah, sure, you'll be the first person I tell.

[Not.]

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[GV] - 6 - Festive

Rin - Open!

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