[Open Mingle] End of Summer Lucky-Pot

[darkestbefore]

Who: Anyone and Everyone!
When: September 22nd
Where: Cnoc Áine
What: It is the final day of Summer and the first day of Fall so the Temple of Áine, the Irish Goddess of Summer, throws one last picnic to bid her season farewell. All are welcome, as long as they bring a dish for the lucky-pot potluck.


[ To celebrate the final day of Summer, the Temple of Áine has gone all out, decorated in vibrant shades of red and gold that already accent the hint of leaves that are changing outside the temple grounds. Although inside the walled temple, it still seems like a beautiful summer day, the leaves on the trees still a bright vibrant green. The picnic is set up in the large orchard that spreads within the temple, the trees' boughs heavy with brightly-hued apples of every flavor and crispness.

Blankets and tables are scattered beneath the trees and in the clearing at the center, several long tables are set up to be filled with dishes brought by guests. Yona has supplied some of it herself, with the help of some friends. Several roasts, carefully sliced and carved for guests. A large platter of corn still on the cob. Several types of breads, seasoned with fruits or vegetables from the summer seasons or the harvest. And apples, of course - those seem to be here and there and everywhere; in pies, sliced and paired with peanut butter or caramel or other dips, made into a buttery spread for the loaves of bread. No matter what people bring to add to the potluck, there will be plenty of food to go around, as well as wine and ciders generously offered to go with it.

There is music playing in the background, just to set the mood or for people to dance to, and the pools of water are still warm enough for people to take a soak or swim in. And when the sun sinks and the sky darkens and the air grows a little cooler, a large bonfire is lit, with hot cocoa passed around and the makings for s'mores set out for anyone who wants to have a little dessert after their feasting. One last offering to a fading summer until it comes around again. ]

Comments

[clothes_make_the_man]

Not a fan of the snow, I take it?

[priforprince]

Precipitation in general is unnecessary.

[ It throws off her groove mood. ]

[clothes_make_the_man]

I suppose when it comes down to it, I prefer bright and sunny days as well. My homeland is very cold and dark, so we don't see that sort of weather often.

[priforprince]

Difficult to stand.

[ Hibiki doesn't spare much time for other people's problems, but since it's you, she'll try to imagine that.

You might actually be better off here. ]

[clothes_make_the_man]

Yes, that sort of weather doesn't seem to suit you at all. When I think of Hibiki Shikyoin, I think of bright light.

[priforprince]

That's as it should be.

[ Hibiki smirks. WHAT A GOOD ANSWER. ]

Is your work progressing?

[ Especially the whole Orihime part. ]

[clothes_make_the_man]

Yes, it's been going very well. I'm learning so much. How has your agency been?

[priforprince]

Of course, my idols are above reproach.

[ She sounds rather fond and proud. ]

[clothes_make_the_man]

Do you have another show planned soon?

[priforprince]

We'll be doing a group piece next, I think.

[ Of...some sort. She has a vague idea in the back of her head, a tickle ever since Lavi mentioned a Hibiki movie. She is willing to give it time and cultivate it until it blossoms in full brilliance. ]

I may be relying on you.

[clothes_make_the_man]

I'll be happy to help. Please let me know as soon as you can so I can plan around my other commissions, though.

[Forrest treats all his customers equitably, idol or no.]

[priforprince]

Of course. I'd never interfere with a fellow genius.

[ Yes she would. ]

[clothes_make_the_man]

Do you have any preliminary ideas so I can start thinking about it?

[priforprince]

[ offered without context or comment: ]

The theme is "Apollo".

[clothes_make_the_man]

Apollo... he's a sun god, right?

[priforprince]

As well as performance and prophecy.

[ Hibiki smirks. Are those laurels in her hair? ]

He's a deity of many talents.

[clothes_make_the_man]

So 'bright and showy' is what we're going for here, then.

[It's Hibiki, so of course it is. But he's just making sure.]

[priforprince]

Theatrical, but classic.

[ Give her ruffles, Forrest.

She always has ruffles. ]

[clothes_make_the_man]

All right, I think I have it.

[All in his genius head.]

We can plan out the details in a week or so, if that's all right.

[priforprince]

I'll look forward to the conversation.

[ Geniuses don't take notes. We good. ]