AUDIENCE FOR: Kaeya

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week 0, sunday

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[ kaeya's not left waiting long! after he rings the bell, a whorl of shadows coalesce from right beside him, and out steps aquila, head tilted down like they're peering into the cup, gloved hands behind their back. ]

Now, what've you brought me, Kaeya?

[callalilies]

[ he claps for the shadows wowee. ]

You sure know how to make an entrance, Aquila. And it's a drink, of course—

[ the drink is a soft peachy color with a very delicate fruity scent to it. this could be a base for a we're-in-a-posh-hotel-man's sangria or a pleasant fruit spritzer depending on: ]

Whether it's got alcohol in it or not depends on how off the clock you are at the moment.

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I like to think so.

[ there's a little bit of a grin in their voice, there. they regard the drink, too...]

Smells like it needs a little liquor. I'm off enough. You cashing in early on that drink, that what this is?

[callalilies]

The show was too riveting, I couldn't wait until tomorrow.

[ he'll remove his flask which he's refilled with some spirits and will gleefully open it up swishing it a bit. ]

Cup forward, please.

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[ that gets a laugh, almost derisive. ]

Riveting's a word for it.

[ what a movie. they will take the cup and tip it forward. ] Don't be shy.

[callalilies]

What would you call it then?

[ oh he will not be shy, and will give them a very generous pour before he swings back a mouthful of his own. ]

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[ they seem deeply pleased by this!

after a moment, they consider the cup, then reach into their sleeve, pulling out a straw, sticking it in there and swirling the drink around to mix it up. ]

Iunno. Eye-opening.

[what a sunday. they take the drink and the straw disappears under their veil.]

[callalilies]

Certainly was. Never really seen that particular format of execution before... the whole... silent picture bit.

[ oh neat-o he does watch this with lifted brows. magic sleeves. what a cool bee! ]

And the end was... you know. A bit macabre.

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[ they are now drinking their alcoholic beverage through this straw. ]

It was different where you were, huh? I mean, it could be worse. Some people here didn't even have to attend them as a requirement before this place. Must be a big shock.

[ surprise! forced execution! ]

[callalilies]

[ hello???? where is your mouth???? okay maybe he tilts his head a little like is there any angle (no, kaeya) any angle?? this is so fascinating. ]

Hua Cheng said we didn't actually have to attend them and apparently we all did anyways. So. Call it practice for being strapped to my seat unwillingly.

The skeleton trick—is that going to be happening every time?

[ my foster dad .................................... my meme for the post in general did suddenly just become relevant didn't it. ]

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[ they lean back out of the way when kaeya tilts his head. no angle, only veil fabric. ]

Watch it, I'm protecting my purity. [ hm

anyway ] Which skeleton trick?

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Oh my, of course then. How could I be so rude.

[ rolls his eyes behind his closed eyes very quietly. ]

The skeletons around us. People... saw things. Familiar faces that brought on unpleasant feelings.

Do you all watch the execution yourselves?

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[ they can see you, mister!

primly: ] An apology is always accepted.

[ incredible. they take a sip of their drink. ]

As for that... I didn't see anything like that, but that isn't to say anything, really. We weren't in any of the rows, with you all. Did you ask any of the other guests about it?

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Yes, and people were chattering about it in the theatre.

[ he takes another mouthful from his flask and holds it for a moment in consideration before humming. ]

How's the drink, Eagle?

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Then, there you have it.

As for the drink... [ they tilt their head, thinking, even making a show of smacking their? lips? maybe? maybe they have lips. ] ...A little too sweet. Could use a bit more of the good stuff, but it's passable.

[callalilies]

[ 400 bees smacking their lips in unison ]

Give it here then.

[ he's got some to spare. ]

Where do you go while the execution itself happens?

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[ they tilt the drink in kaeya's direction.

kaeya might get the sense, also, that aquila is giving them in a look.]

We were just standing in the back - if you all'd looked, we were right there.

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[ pour pour. he's going to mix with the straw himself and gesture. give it a try now as he slugs back just a little more. ]

Then might I suggest at the very least one of you with us next time. If something odd happens, then maybe you can see what I mean first hand.

[ maybe it only shows up when you're sitting down? maybe he wants to hold HaNdS~ ]

Did you see the skeletons at all?

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Oh, the skeletons are normal. You can probably hear them clattering around in there if you walk by, now.

[ they say this very flippantly? and continue to hold the drink while kaeya mixes it. ] Things're kinda creepy, if you ask me. Never really liked skeletons.

[ and then sip the drink! they hum, after a moment. how strong is this drink now. ]

Better.

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[ uh it's probably rly strong at this point and kaeya tiddy pockets the flask because between his drinking and generous pouring there's probably nothing left. ]

Between you and me, I'm not a huge fan of them either. But I suppose that's not going to change anytime soon.

[ harrow loves them tho??? that's cute. you go harrow ♥ ]

You like your drinks strong, hm?

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[ aquila seems to approve even more of it being a very strong drink. pretend that level of approval was shown in last tag.

they snort a little. ] No, definitely not.

[ and to the second part, they swirl the drink absently, and the straw disappears back up the veil. bye. ]

And I do, yeah! What's the point of drinking fruit water with a little bit of liquor? Seems a waste. [ a pause. ] Cuts the sweet, too.

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[ goodbye straw! ]

What sort of tips do you prefer, Eagle?

[ he leans against the table, resting his cheek in his palm. ]

Vulpecula said they like surprises and candy... I'd like to make certain I'm tipping you with things that you'd enjoy.

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[ a hum. ]

I like trinkets.

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[ im being bullied ]

Mmm? What sort...? Something wearable perhaps?

[ genuinely curious. ]

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[ who would bully you? ]

Sure, could go with that. [ they sip at their drink again. ] Pretty, shiny things aren't never bad. Otherwise, that definition's up to you.