autumn catch-all (open)

[unchainer]

WHO: Vanitas and you!
WHAT: Catch-all with open prompts
WHEN: Throughout autumn
WHERE: Various
WARNINGS: There will be eventual NSFW!

cruise ship - general.

[ Vanitas' designated date from the auction is Amber, and while he can't say he's having a bad time, there are moments in which he can be caught without her around the ship.

Sampling the wine is something he's not opposed to, and he may or may not be tipsy when someone approaches. He can also be found at the buffet, squinting at a dessert dish...that looks like Tarte Tatin?? Wow, he's going to scrutinize the hell out of it. It'd better be good. ]

chocolates.

[ He's not a fan of chocolate, especially if it's too sweet. He's got zero idea about the bonus effects, too, but while he's out in town square, he idly pops a piece into his mouth.

He grimaces a bit. Too sweet, too sweet – but he starts to realize something was terribly wrong with it when he sees the next person and instinctively approaches. And then, without warning, he will pick them up bridal style. (Effort will vary depending on the individual.)

He blinks down at whoever he's just scooped up. ]

...Huh?

[ And then he'll promptly drop them. Oops. ]

wildcard.

[ I am down for anything! Tasks, Bingo, etc.! ]

Comments

[hearthwarming]

[ Aw... He's blushing! She still remembers what he's written on his application, about how he might come off as annoying at first, but that he does care. She can't think of anyone better to handle that sort of thing than the sweet, sunshiney Amber. ]

That's good. But don't worry - she's easy to keep engaged!

[ audience laugh track goes here ]

She's really good at conversations and getting to know people. You're in good hands.

[unchainer]

It seems to be that way.

[ It helps significantly that she's good at that sort of thing. He can maneuver his way through conversations when he feels like it, but he's also not one to try and pull awkward people out of their shells for too long. Amber has been a blessing in that regard. ]

You two are good friends, I take it? You were sticking together at the auction.

[hearthwarming]

You could say that.

[ her smile is warm and fond. ]

She's a pleasant woman - but I think things like romance are quite new to her, and that weighs on her. I'm sure that's the case for many of us here.

As long as she can be herself, I think you both will have a wonderful time. But - ah, I don't think I managed to catch your name at the auction, Mister...?

[unchainer]

Oh, I wouldn't doubt it if it was a novel experience for many people here.

[ He says this with a pleasant little smile, as if this isn't the case for him, too. But the way the corner of his mouth twitches – juuuust enough for Ori to potentially catch that – says more than enough. What is love......... ]

My name is Vanitas. Thanks for bidding on my application, it's much appreciated, Miss...?

[hearthwarming]

[ Baby don't hurt me... no more,

She certainly catches that little movement of his lips, which... Coupled with what he'd said on his application, is definitely more than enough for her to get a sense of where he's at when it comes to this whole romance thing. She won't call attention to it, of course, but rather files it away in her little tiefling brain to introduce herself instead. ]

Oriphi! But just Ori is fine. It's good to meet you, Vanitas, and you don't have to thank me for that. I think Amber and I were on the same page... we just wanted you to feel less lonely.

What have you two been up to, so far?

[unchainer]

[ Ori, leaving Vanitas on read. Perfect.

At her statement, he just chuckles. It's forced, of course. Less lonely, huh... ]

Oh, don't worry about that. A...friend of mine submitted that dreadful application for me, apparently. The sentiment is appreciated.

[ Hm. ]

As for Amber and I, she got to try some of the tarte tatin herself. She gave a positive review of it, so I only hope you feel the same. Aside from that, not much else. She's grabbing some food right now, I believe. ... You must be here with someone else, I take it?

[hearthwarming]

[ She's not going to point out how maidenless he seems out loud okay!?!?! ]

Ah, so you too. Funnily enough, Amber was the one who submitted one on my behalf...

I'm here with my roommate! He, um... Well. [ he used all his coins on her. ] Just wanted to make sure I would be okay on this date, I think.

[unchainer]

Oh, that's your roommate? The one who dropped all of his coins on you!

[ SORRY, ORI... ]

How nice. Are you excited for it?

[hearthwarming]

[ she closes her eyes...... ]

Y...Yes, the one who dropped all of his coins on me.

[ ...but still, she nods her head slowly. ]

I know he might not seem like it, but... M-21 always tries his best. And we already know we make a great team, so... We'll definitely have a good time!

[unchainer]

He definitely seemed like he was trying his best when he was bidding on you.

[ hehe ]

But, yes, my...friend from home was the one who submitted my application. I suppose I can't complain. Amber is a kind woman, I wouldn't dare give her a bad time while we're here.

[hearthwarming]

—You would have to try very hard for her to not have a good time, I imagine. She has a way about her, and you don't strike me as someone who would actively sabotage their own date.

[ Yes, good, let's keep talking about Amber instead. ]

Have you told her that she looks pretty, yet?

[ She hasn't even seen Amber yet today, but of course she knows her friend looks very pretty. ]

[unchainer]

Of course not. Why would I do that?

[ He says it dismissively, but pauses at her question.

Hm.

He clears his throat. ]

Well, of course she does. You'd have to be a fool to think otherwise.

[ He's not answering the question. ]

[hearthwarming]

[ ... ]

I'm... I'm not a dating expert by any means, but you should at least tell her that she looks pretty. Out loud...

[ Even M-21 did that much!! Come on Vanitas! ]