week four | match ceremony

[marriagebroker]

Tonight, they're back at the courtyard for the fourth and final time. Nothing has changed too drastically decor wise, there are still lanterns abound and a table full of food and drink. There is also now a third couch near the special couches for Messmer and Odile, if they so choose to sit there. But again, you do you! Wei Wuxian is certainly not going to stop you.

Speaking of that guy, he's here and dressed to impress again. He's looking snazzy. He's waiting for everyone to arrive, watching as they do and grinning broadly all the while. Then when everyone arrives, he clears his throat and begins to speak.

"You all have achieved three of the eight lights you need to win the game. With the match of Messmer and Odile, you only have to light up five lights tonight to succeed. Let's hope you pick right, huh?"

But he has complete faith in everyone! So, let's get this show on the road.

"Team Wangji, you're up."

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Party pleek

[poans]

[Tears abound. Cheers rise, clearing the air. Eventually, it's decided to head out to the vaster gardens in the interest of space and distance for those who'd prefer the quieter indoors. Food and drinks are set up on tables with chairs scattered around the premises. The platform Nico made the week prior has been moved outside to serve as a stage for various activities, and the sauna is ever present to sit six at a time. This is their final night to spend howsoever they choose.

On his end, Yi Sang sits off to the side where he can watch the festivities with a drink in hand and a contented smile. Having worn his original attire of a white collared shirt and dark pants with suspenders to the ceremony, he now sports a coat over his shoulders to ward off the oncoming chill.]

[ordimame]

[I PROMISED ANNA SO HERE IT IS--]

[that is to say, Edamura has somehow managed to find a small tabletop grill somewhere within the mansion, and is now outside making good use of it! which is to say, he is whipping up some nice, savory servings of meat skewers-- chicken, beef, and veggie options included!]

[he fans away a bit of smoke before mumbling to himself]

No one had better call these bitter. . .

[is he still salty about the coffee. maybe a little]

[also: yes, he is wearing a stupid kiss the cook apron. IT WAS THE ONLY ONE HE COULD FIND. . .]

[nrangel]

[ She'll sidle up to him to take a look at what he's grilling for them all, even bumping him with her hip a little at that muttered comment, because she knows who this is about. ]

Compared to you right now, I'm sure they won't be at all.

[ Teasing. ]

[ordimame]

[GIVES HER A LOOK]

[. . . and then bumps her right back, perfectly gentle]

I don't know what you're talking about. Chicken, beef, or vegetables?

[poans]

[He liked the bitterness . . . ]

I would like to try the chicken, if possible.

[ordimame]

[thanks Yi Sang. . .]

[handing him some chicken on a stick!]

So? How are you feeling, after all of-- [gestures. to everything] -- this?

[irreversal]

[ THANK YOU AL ILY !!

but also... his apron... ]

Kiss the cook, huh...?

[ordimame]

[ANYTHING FOR ANNA AND MISS SHOKO!!!]

[. . . also just. kind of gives her a deadeyed stare]

Don't say anything.

[enscene]

[Hehe, what a cute apron...hopefully the right person notices it. Furina is content to let Edamura be without calling it out for right now, though.]

I'll take your very best! Don't stop until you've provided me with your signature dish.

Talent show

[poans]

[At some point in the night, the platform is outfitted with the necessary equipment and supplies for everyone to show off their talents of choice. The chairs are arranged to provide a comfortable view of each performance with hot food a plenty thanks to Edamura's grilling, and it's sure to be a good time. Furina, being the brains behind the operation, is both busy and directorial in handling the proceedings.

Have fun! (Please. Please have fun.)]

[crimsin]

[ Y'all probably didn't want to drag the whole piano from inside the house outside, so Nico has a keyboard that he probably stole from the Honeymoon Suite up here on the stage. He has a song he'd like to play for everyone.

If one of their talented singers would like to join him on stage, there's also a version with lyrics. Would you like an immortal love ballad for your evening? ]

[researcherstory]

[ Odile had really wanted to retire once the results concluded, but

this will be the final happy time she sees them all, so. Who is she to turn out fresh hot food. So now this is everyone else's problem apparently, as she's decided to step onto the "stage" with a wave at Furina and Yi Sang both -- there is no need for accompaniment, and it soon shows why as she clears her throat and begins. ]

Because it has dawned,
it will become night again.
This I know, and yet,
ah, how hateful it is--
the first cold light of morning.

[ ... A poem! Made by someone else, as she's quick to follow up. ]

Penned by someone with a secret relationship, it describes their ruefulness in having to leave the embrace of their lover once the sun had dawned. Beautiful and melancholic, I'm certain many of you will be feeling such when we at last leave this place for good.

[ Anyway. She'll go back to sitting once she's done, content to Vibe. ]

[poans]

[By popular(?) demand, Yi Sang is among the last to perform. He sings about digging a grave (or two), lying in it (them), and moving on, because why not.]

as jae requested

[embellwish]

[ mandopop... please imagine petals falling everywhere romantically while she sings, she is using her magical powers to aura farm ]

[enscene]

[As your organizer, of course, Furina will take a moment to contribute before quickly exiting the stage so others' talents can be showcased.

Her contribution is a little melancholy, but the song was chosen for her, and it's important to sing it like she promised. Her voice is not quite as classically operatic as the example singer here--ballads and showtunes being more her thing--but she has an extremely rich and haunting soprano.

There's also a nice tea party spread for performers and the audience to get a little treat if they so desire, or for anyone who needs a break from the revelry and drinking to fill up on more average delicacies.

Before and afterwards, catch her herding people around to keep the stage moving, cheering others on, and generally just showing a side of herself that might not have made too many appearances these past few weeks...director Furina is in the house.]

[irreversal]

[ No one is volunteering to get sliced for Shoko live heals, so she will simply spectate and be amazed!! ]

Whoa... There are a lot of really good singers in this group, huh? There's no way I'm going up there to sing after all that.

Hot or Not

[nrangel]

[ Serpilia claps her hands together to try to get the attention of anyone milling around her, and gestures them to come over. ]

Since it's our last day, and we've got all of our matches pretty set, "perfect" or not, why not play a little game? Let's air out our remaining dirty laundry, and try "hot or not". Wouldn't it be just a little fun to hear who was originally gunning for you from week one, even if it didn't pan out that way in the end?

[irreversal]

[ She barks out a laugh, Serpilia is just so much fun. ]

Heh... I mean, I'm pretty sure I considered pretty much everyone at least once.

[ordimame]

[. . . . . . . slowly trying to slink away--]

[poans]

By hot, I presume you are not referring to one's temperature or eyes. . .

[phenomerom]

[ He's been wandering by with a drink in hand (it is a celebratory night? he is allowed to drop his guard a little) but pauses when he hears that clap. Followed by a dry laugh and a mostly deadpan: ]

Miss Serpilia. You do realize the amount of entertainment one gets from such a game is rather depending on their, ah ... [ conventional attractiveness ] ... appeal?

[enscene]

[Furina is trying to get away with just listening because she's over here to cuddle. Can't talk, she's on Serpilia's chest (Ringo also possibly here and very welcome).

It's her quiet time after the talent show, okay? She might have even changed into comfier clothes.]

[gamboler]

[ Oh, he is here for this. ]

I hardly think it suffices to say that I find something attractive in nearly everyone here, but I'll gladly provide more details for a price.

[ Always the businessman... ]

[anathemaw]

[ please... are they doing these drinking games again?! He's still recovering from last night. ]

From the beginning did I speak true - mine eyes were for the wish alone.

[ none of you are hot. definitely ]

[embellwish]

[ Serpilia... a woman after her own heart. ]

"Hot or not?" I want to play.

[ She's never heard of this game before, but she can get the gist of what it must be from what Serpilia is laying down. Who they were initially interested in...??? Well, she'll just let Serpilia correct her if she's wrong. ]

Looking back at week one, it has to be Yi Sang, Poppy, and Furina! Edamura, too. They all could get so shy and cute...~