linkingup | post palace takeout! [week 5]

[It's... something. Both after being able to go out in the sun, here, and then also when he was able to have - and taste - the Nekiya snacks, he'd tried normal food in the dorms, to no avail. It's a different feeling when some things are Wrong, shifted and changed for the better, but some things aren't. There's a little bit of hope that gets crushed that simply doesn't exist normally.]

It's been, ah-... nearly eighty years, by now, so I've learned to find nuances in what I can have, instead.

[He's not nearly as picky as a Ventrue (~~different kind of vampire, don't worry about it~~), but different sorts of people have their own taste, and that's something, at least.

But! Then Argenti brightens - literally - and starts sparkling again.]

It is. I am surprised everyone decided to join us. [Though literally no one would blame any of them for just going to bed after all that.] But I have indeed found that gatherings such as this do have a way of revitalizing you. [Circus afterparties can go hard...] And it is good to see you radiant once more. [You know. After everyone was turned into a trash gremlin momentarily.]

[ Oof...someone please get this man more snacks he can taste. At least, that is what Argenti would hope for! Anyway, Argenti is actually familiar with the concept of long-lived people, or the idea of others having a longer lifespan due to reasons (space-travel, etc.) ]

I see...I am glad you have managed to find the light in the shadows.

[ That too is a perspective that Argenti believes is representative of "Beauty".

Though, he laughs at the other man's words, light and cheerful. ]

Group gatherings do generally have a habit of spreading energy to people, it is true! But, thank you. I hope to continue to never dull in my radiance or for long in order to continue promoting the aspect of Beauty no matter wherever I go!

[ And to uplift his friends...that too. ]

[Get this man more snacks he can taste! And get the girlies at the table snacks they can taste, too, while you're at it.

But truly "vampires is aliens" keeps coming full circle.]

One must, in a nocturnal existence, no?

[And there he goes, on about his 'aspect of Beauty'. He always seems to sparkle a little more whenever it comes up, so... sorry, table, he has to--]

You ought to tell me more about this dedication to beauty.

[ HELP does it now... ]

You shall find no disagreement with me! Though I hope it means you have no trouble also going out when it is not nocturnal, when needed.

[ In the end people can be nocturnal too after all, though it gives further context, he thinks, in regards to the other man's general state of being.

Honestly, it'd be kind of funny if Argenti did get up on the table, though it'd certainly violate some kind of etiquette, wouldn't it? ...Then again, having not been in a restaurant like this before, does Argenti know what the typical etiquette for this beyond not causing a ruckus? I say nay for hilarity's sake.

Anyway, for a moment he's up on the table in the blink of an eye, sparkles and a bright light shining him among petals - yes, rose petals - gesturing to the other Frenchman! ]

My dedication to Beauty, you ask? I shall indeed enlighten you, my dear friend!

I am a Knight of Beauty, one who serves the Aeon Idrila - she is known as the Aeon who represents Beauty! She is known by many other names as well. But, most importantly, she is a goddess as well - one who champions the existence of Beauty in all of the universe. From the most literal to the meaning of the light that exists in every day in one's life, to bright, beautiful radiant brightness of kindness in one's soul, to the courage that comes alive in amidst danger...this is something that is truly worth protecting!

That those who do not even follow such a path or hold such dedication are most definitely individuals that are under the protection of those like myself in the event danger or incredible evil must be vanquished in order to secure it!

My dedication to Beauty is fathomless and shall never be shaken nor broken!

[His childe is convinced they are... and that she's one now, too.]

I do my best to live in cities with a robust night life, so my own nature does not seem amiss.

[It's certainly easier nowadays than it was twenty years ago! Much less longer!

But oh, wait, hold on, enough about him. He had a feeling that question would really get Argenti going, but this is better than expected. He's on the table! He's sparkling more than ever! There is a spotlight and rose petals from the ether...!

Half of what he's saying goes way over Celeste's head, but he's still watching and listening with rapt attention. And are the sparkles contagious, or is Argenti's mysterious spotlight just picking up some glitter he couldn't quite wash off completely? It's difficult to say.]

I see, your enthusiasm is truly awe-inspiring. I am certain you would find yourself at home with many members of my clan, in fact. We have not heard of your Aeon Idrila in my world; however, there are many who share your dedication to the beautiful just as ardently.

[Government-assigned Toreador.]

[ HECKING CRYING ]

What a good strategy it is indeed! I am certain you must be known throughout many a city by now as well.

[ Enabler has enabled standing-on-table shenanigans. Has he no shame?! Well, considering everything though this isn't so bad. Even if it's probably going to get a lot of bystanders staring dead-eyed or blinded, whichever comes first.

But, it seems he has a rapt keen-eared and eyed audience of one, so that definitely makes up for it by far. ]

I had no idea you had such a large family! They must be rather pleasant individuals. While it is a pity you and others from your world have not heard of Idrila, your assurance that there are those who would find themselves deep in their dedication to Beauty is more than assuring! I do wonder who you may be thinking of that may, however.

[So! Vampires is aliens!]

I am, indeed.

[Argenti, he's on billboards and advertisements... In costume, sure, so no one really quite knows it's him, but still...!

But, ah, he's been reprimanded about being an instigator, so despite still paying way more attention to Argenti's overtures than he's likely used to, he does gesture that he should probably get down.]

Sit, sit, it wouldn't do for your pancakes to get cold. [He'll tell him they'd be less beautiful cold if it would help.

And, well. 'Large family' does make his own sparkling lessen quite a bit.]

It is... not a family, per se. [But it is? Kind of? They're related by vitae, not by blood, which is a very flimsy distinction.] When one becomes what I am, we inherit certain traits of those who embraced us, and we call those distinctions clans. My own inherits an appreciation for beauty not unlike your own, even if there was none before. [Though, like, they usually tend to go for dramatic, artistly types off the bat.] I do not think it would be possible to know everyone in clan Toreador, let alone be close enough to be family. [Drama queens as they can be...]

I suspect someone would bring you in sooner or later, though, if you caught the attention of the wrong person.

[Probably someone in the Archangel cult, too... Which Argenti would surely have little trouble making a branch of dedicated to Idrila instead of, you know. Michael. The Archangel. Who was apparently also a vampire. (Or more likely someone renamed themselves after him, but that's not as funny.)]

My own family has been reduced to simply myself for a very long time.

[ Can it be, Céleste is truly a celebrity? Wow...

Anyway, he blinks at the gestures the other man is making, and then he hears his comment next about his poor pancakes. Fortunately, there is no need to strike the fear of them being inevitably ugly due to taking upon a cold state.

He leaps down gracefully. ]

Embraced is a word for it, then? Ah, as it seems like you have quite a large clan it is understandable you shall not come to know everyone there. Though, I do wonder why is it that it is hard to be close to any one of them at all. If you all appreciate Beauty so deeply and profoundly as well...then I'd imagine it could have been possible to be close to at least some.

[ Though, he blinks, tilting his head at that. ]

I suppose it is not impossible, to catch the eye of someone foul, though I am a Knight of Beauty. As I travel often, encountering villains is not unusual - I imagine that it would be the same, and I should be able to dispatch such foul individuals.

...But, I do also wish to say that I am very sorry to hear such news. As in, strictly speaking, that you are the only one of your family that remains. And, I do hope that the bonds you have crafted at least do make up for it.

[He is and he isn't! Perfect for preying on those who believe he is--

Anyway, Argenti is hopping back down from the table, and he does make a mental note to not encourage him to leap back up there... at least not for a while. Tragic.]

Mmhm~ It is very possible to know others well! I know my sire - ah, the man who made me what I am - well, and have met others, but to expect to know every member of a clan... well, it would be like trying to meet every member of a small nation, I think. [Exhausting and complicated--] And would surely restrict us from meeting others not so similar to ourselves.

[And isn't branching out fun, too?]

If anyone could dispatch such villains, I am certain it would be you. You'd lure them into a false sense of security, after all.

[With the beauty! And then would hit them with the True Faith.]

They... do, I think. Though it's been so long, I'd likely be the last one left regardless, so that's some solace.

[ It is for the best. Argenti will be inclined towards remaining up on the table potentially if he is and then they'd really all get kicked out (or it'd just be him for being so nonsensical) ]

...Oh! I do certainly understand the dilemma. I understand well that it would mean to lower the opportunity to meet such unique and splendid individuals out there.

[ Though, Argenti laughs lightly at what the other male says next. He thinks he can certainly imagine that he would. People do not always take him seriously...and for those who stand for evil, who do not think he will not strike without hesitating, that is the last mistake they ever make. ]

Yes, I can imagine that I would. There are those who might not know a threat against the cruelly wicked when they see it. But, even if I do not mean to brag, as a Knight of Beauty I shall consider it ever a mark of fortune as well.

...Still, with that being said, I am most happy to hear that there is solace and that what people you've crossed paths with could stand to provide a sturdy gathering of connections so you do not feel like an island.

( mafuyu jolts, watches for a moment and then slowly turns to face celeste. )

... Stop instigating things.

[In his defense, he didn't know Argenti would get on the table. He did; however, have a pretty good feeling that Argenti would get up and cause at least a bit of a scene. So it's well deserved, and he will encourage Argenti to get off the table at least in the next tag.]

My apologies, Mafuyu-

[But he will do it again... Maybe not in the Dennihop. Maybe.]

[ WHY IS TIN CAN ON THE TABLE? ]

What the hell?! Get your damn feet off the table, you goddamn airhead!

[ Eli isn't even following what he's going on about... Aeons? Beauty? What the hell? ]

[ Argenti is ALWAYS in a mood to talk about Idrila and Beauty. Such as it is, he doesn't quite understand why the man is so upset about him standing on the table. Ah, perhaps it's attracting unwanted attention? ]

Oh hello, Eli! Good of you to join us!

[ Argenti leaps elegantly off of the table, sparkling at him. ]

Were you invested in what I was saying just now?

[ Ughhh, the sparkles, sparkles everywhere! Physically waving them away with a hand, even. ]

Was I...? What? No! Braphine is enough trouble as it is, I don't need to add some beauty god to the mix.

[ Some of the sparkles are flying away but otherwise they remain for comedic effect. ]

That is alright, you do not need to follow Idrila ardently. Though if you are ever all the more curious I will happily tell you all about it in even more detail!

[ Nobody would want that, tho. ]

Edited 2024-09-11 19:52 (UTC)

( blinks owlishly.

dad looks good for his age. )

[Look like a 20something at 100 years old with this one easy trick--!]

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