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[outride]

WHO: diluc, kaeya, amber - and all of their wedding guests!
WHAT: wedding!
WHEN: winter 24
WHERE: flower fields & diluc's winery
WARNINGS: you know they're comin' (for now: alcohol)

the wedding of ;

diluc alberich-ragnvindr
amber alberich-ragnvindr
kaeya alberich-ragnvindr

venue ;
flower fields

the grooms
& bride

GROOM

diluc ragnvindr

BRIDE

amber

GROOM

kaeya alberich

❝ there are all kinds of love in this world but never the same love twice. ❞

ceremony.

( Welcome to the wedding of Diluc, Kaeya and Amber! On the afternoon of Winter 24th, these three have decided to hold their ceremony and exchange their vows in the beautiful flowering fields. Hailing from a land worshipping the God of Wind, an open space with a pleasant breeze feels just right. As a nod to their home, handmade pinwheels can be spotted planted among the flowers, with red, blue, gold and white decorations lining the arch where they will be wed.

Waiting at the arch together are Diluc and Kaeya, anticipating the arrival of their bride. The music, provided by the fairies, begins to play when Amber walks down the aisle, with the long white trail of her dress following behind her. In her arms is a bouquet crafted by Ori, containing flowers in an arrangement of red, blue and white - a perfect representation of herself and her spouses. As another part of Ori's handiwork, she has flowers braided into her hair. She is escorted down the aisle by her best man, Aether, who hands her off into the arms of her soon-to-be husbands before the ceremony begins.

After pleasant words are spoken to honour their union, the three of them are all pronounced wed. With the all-clear to kiss their spouses: Kaeya and Diluc share a kiss, before each of them lean down to kiss their bride, Amber. The wind picks up right as they share a kiss, animating Amber's dress and blowing a several of the surrounding flowers into the sky. Whether it's a coincidence or what - the Outrider considers it a blessing from the God of Wind. There are visible smiles and laughter shared between this brand new married trio - it's apparent that they're all elated with their choice to marry each other. )

reception.

( When night begins to fall, it's party time! Naturally, the reception is being held at the business venue belonging to one of the grooms: Dämmerung Bar & Winery! The place is very well-lit and beautifully decorated. The bride has dressed down for the occasion into a lighter outfit, too (minus the bunny) - in order for her to move more freely and enjoy the party. Some of the decorations look incredibly on brand, as well. Food will be served once all of the guests have taken a seat at their table, marked with a pinwheel. At the open mic, guests are welcome to give speeches, if they like!

The meal - a three course meal featuring quality steak - is served with champagne to toast and a glass of wine or grape juice. Once food is consumed, the three spouses head up to cut their wedding cake together. In an impulsive burst of mischief, Kaeya spreads some icing onto Diluc's face and laughs at his husband's unamused scowl - to which Amber retaliates by asking Diluc to lean down in order for her to kiss it off his cheek. Kaeya then decides to smear icing on his own cheek to receive the same treatment from their wife!! These three are insufferable.

After food, cake and your beverage of choice - it's time to dance! The wine will be flowing all night long, because what kind of Ravngindr-Alberich wedding would it be otherwise? And those who choose not to drink are perfectly valid! In the manner of tradition, Amber will toss her bouquet! The guestbook is left open for pleasant messages, and Amber has crafted a wedding favour for all of the guests to take with them. Party on! Thank you for attending! )

Comments

[hearthwarming]

[ A slooow nod. ]

Yes. Neither of us are the type for this kind of thing, so...

[ She's perfectly happy to attend and fuss over other ceremonies, instead. ]

I hope it wasn't rude of me to pass the bouquet off. I honesty didn't mean to catch it, but - if it makes someone else's night to have it, then I'm glad!

[pyronic]

I see. Well, congratulations on your marriage all the same. I can't blame you for wanting to avoid a crowd.

[Diluc went along with a public wedding for the happiness of Bae, after all. Were it up to him, he could've done with simply signing papers and calling it a day, but Amber deserves to be spoiled silly.]

I appreciate you passing along your good luck to someone else. In Mondstadt, it's believed that the person who catches the bouquet will be the next to be wed. Handing it off shouldn't change that.

[hearthwarming]

[ For Amber's sake, Ori is glad that Diluc was amenable to all of this in the end. Her friend absolutely does deserve to be spoiled silly, and what better way for her husbands to do that than by giving her the wedding she's undoubtedly been dreaming of? ]

Ah, it's the same where I'm from. Actually... I caught the bouquet at my friend's wedding, too, though that was many years ago now. I wonder if it still counts? I'll have to let him know...

[ Along with her, you know, showing back up out of nowhere with a husband in tow all of a sudden. ]

You three will be returning to Mondstadt at the end of the month, yes?

[pyronic]

Hm. You must be favored by the gods.

[That remark is only slightly cheeky coming from Diluc, giving his complicated feelings on the Archons back home, but there's no doubt in his mind that Ori has been blessed by some celestial force or another.]

We'll be returning home, yes. We all have our respective duties to attend to, but should you find the time, feel free to visit. Our home is open to you.

[And he'll finally be able to give Ori a bottle of his family's world famous wine. Y'know, for taking such good care of his now bride.]

[hearthwarming]

[ Yes, the celestial force of stumbling around and accidentally catching things! Her reflexes are just so fast... (No, it's dumb luck. Don't give her that much credit, Diluc!) ]

Aha...

[ She can tell that he's being cheeky, at least. ]

I appreciate the invite, though! You three are welcome to the Hollow Wilds anytime, too. Maybe if you're ever feeling like an excursion into an otherworldly wilderness...! Though we'll be staying here for a little bit, first.

[pyronic]

[Hey, luck is luck! In any event, he's glad Ori was the one to catch the bouquet and even more glad that she attended the wedding. Wild that Diluc of all people is actually happy for once, but this is to everyone's benefit.]

I'll keep your invitation in mind. It's been quite a while since I traveled for fun.

[And wandering around in the wilderness?? That's Diluc's speciality.]

Thank you for attending, Ori, and for supporting Amber as you have. That means much to the three of us, but especially to me.

[hearthwarming]

[ Truly, Diluc's demeanor between when they'd first met, and at that "town hall meeting" (?) and now is an entire world of difference - but Ori's not even remotely surprised that someone like Amber could bring this side out of a man so seemingly determined to be grumpy as Diluc. ]

Then it's settled! Then you'll really get to see what a Druid can do. No rainbow fur or bears with platypus beaks.

[ She smiles, and tips her head to one side. More importantly - ]

You're welcome, Diluc. I'm happy for the three of you, truly. You look much, much happier compared to when we first met. And Amber... Well, she deserves happiness, but I'm sure you know that.

[pyronic]

[Diluc smiles — yes, smiles — and lowers his head in a nod. Ori has a lot of spunk and personality on top of treating his wife well, so when she comes to visit or he makes his way over to her neck of the woods, he'll enjoy having an opportunity to get to know her properly.]

This is embarrassing to admit, but I'm happier than I have been in many years. I'll make an earnest effort to pay that happiness forward.

[That said—]

If you come to visit us in Mond, swing by the winery. I'll send you home with a few bottles of our finest.