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pixieledmemes2025-03-15 08:32 am
Test Drive Meme #2
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You wake up at a party.
You're not sure how, exactly, you got here. You may have just been walking in the woods or at a meeting for work or doing any other normal activity for you. But you know you weren't supposed to be at this party, you're fairly certain.
Anyone you ask about it will say the party is for you. You and the others also waking up and looking confused. Further questions will lead to the partygoers insisting you have something to eat. You're starving and others are eating the food without repercussion, so you figure there's no harm in a bite. You finish your portion.
It's a garden party at the crack of dawn, with the sun still in its early stages of climbing through the yonder, casting a good mix of pastel hues of blue, pink, and beige on everything. Heralding the first day of spring, the Ruler of the Spring Court has found it fitting to arrange this gathering where guests can feel the blades of grass touching their ankles, as well as the rich soil beneath their feet. Flowers of all kinds surround the party as if they were carefully curated. With spring as the "dawn of seasons," which marks a transition from winter's latency to the resurgence of life everywhere, the Ruler of the Dawn Court has also seen it fit to host aspects of this party during the one time of the year that dawn occurs the whole day. Tall candles and torches grace the outskirts of the garden party, providing warmth and an orange glow everywhere. Not one flame goes out even with the occasional wind, the Duchess always makes sure of this.
There are also freshly picked blossoms and branches with leaves on every table accenting the festive spread of food and drinks. This time, a lot of the food prepared for the Adopted guests are familiar to them with a little bit of a twist. Burgers might come in small packages and in toothpicks, while hotdogs in buns are also diminutive. Cookies look delectable but they have a flowery flavor to them, as if eating freshly picked daisies or daffodils. Fruits that may have been present in an Adopted's home, such as pineapples and watermelons, have seeds in odd places. Picking this selection of food is an attempt to be more welcoming and to appease the lovely guests the fae have invited.
As the party winds down and everyone's eaten, a tall, stately woman stands up and speaks. You feel her voice more than hear it.
I am the Lawspeaker of the Fae, elected by Seelie and Unseelie alike, and you are all, now, subjects of Faerie. You cannot leave this realm once you have eaten our food, and even if you could, there is no saying how much time has passed back where you're from. Your loved ones are likely dead, your problems have likely played out. We require assistance in various matters, and each of you has been chosen for your talent and skill. You will be adopted by one of the Seelie or Unseelie Courts based on your strengths and personality. Your Court will decide what to do with you from there.
As suddenly as she stood, she sits back down.
A party is not complete without dancing, of course, and while during the last gathering held for the Adopted, different fae danced to music exclusively for them around a glowing tree, this time they are insisting their guests to join in.
This is a party for you, after all.
If the prodding of the different fae hosts won't convince you, perhaps the music will. They play easily recognizable tunes that their wonderful guests must have heard before. These melodies have certain unique effects to their mortal attendees, which are as follows:
- Upbeat Music: You will believe that you and your dance partner have been friends forever and have known each other a long time.
- Romantic Music: You will become amorous and flirtatious towards your dance partner.
- Slow Music: You will develop some tension with your dance partner. It may be negative or sexual; completely up to you.
- Quiet Music: You will assume your dance partner is a threat and try to fight them.
At the Spring King's behest, every Adopted should wear a flower corsage or boutonnière to the gathering. After all, this is to celebrate the coming of spring and what better way to do that than to honor everything in bloom.
The thing is, though, the King of Spring, while amorous and friendly, also has a penchant for playing with mortals' memories, if not also affect their desires and despairs.
So, mischievous as he is, he made sure to enchant the different flowers present in every corsage and boutonnière for the party with the effects below:
- Rose: You will recall a horrific trauma
- Carnation: You will see a vision of your future, whether it's good or bad
- Orchid: You will remember a time you lost someone
- Chrysanthemum: You will believe someone among the Adopted is your soulmate
- Dahlia: You will believe you betrayed someone important to you, whether you actually did or not
It is perhaps a good thing that no one but the Adopted are allowed to see these visions and memories, but everyone who wears a corsage or boutonnière will be able to see each other's memories and visions when in close enough physical proximity to the vision-haver, for better or for worse.
You feel a vibration in your pocket sometime after the Lawspeaker addresses everyone. When you search for the source, you will pull out your Leaf, the device the Fae use to stay in touch with each other. Anyone who's used a smart phone will easily recognize how it works.
Greetings, Adopted. This is your Lawspeaker.
Tell us all of a time you gave someone a gift. Perhaps a bouquet of flowers or a box of chocolates. Was it appreciated or not? A reward might await the most meaningful gift given.
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Their words are said playfully, but in all actuality, Caelus was just kind in general. They didn't think they were, but they're willing to lend an hand when one is needed. This seems to be one of those times where it's needed, and they can only smile softly.
"Either way, consider my offer or don't. But I'm not lying when I say they accept rocks! I'm being serious."
Is Caelus pouting? Absolutely.
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Which mostly meant he was not used to be treated so from another. Sure, fans sent him things, but those weren't the same.
"Are they at least semi-precious stones? I cannot see the value in mere rocks."
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Right. Sure you're not, Caelus. They don't think that they are, but they note that Genesis seems to have his accomplishments and wealth. In truth, besides the dramatic factor, he has a lot of similarities to their wife. It's refreshing to see from someone else.
"You remind me a lot of Hrist. It's kind of funny."
A fond smile spreads upon their face in thought, but it drops soon after.
"I guess you'll just have to find out what they find precious and valuable. If you don't mind digging through dirt to look for precious rocks."
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"Hrist? Speak to me then of this Hrist of yours. So I can understand the comparison. And we will speak of precious stones another time."
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They wonder if Genesis' really wants to sit through this or not, but they adjust their corset either way and stare out at the sky. The night was beginning to simmer, and Caelus could feel their energy leaving their body. But they were peaceful, as their eyes close and they recount everything.
"My wife, Hristeia Aetos is the Lord Commander of the Queendom of Azena. She... Was not favored by my mother in law, so Hrist was forced to abdicate the throne before being sold into slavery. A neighboring Kingdom forced her to become a gladiator, where she had to fight to the death. People didn't expect her to survive, but through her own strength and prowess, she became one of the best gladiators. It caused the King to despise her, and they attempted to kill her.
Long story short, although she was royalty, Hrist had to work her way up to become Lord Commander by proving her strength through her own achievements and successes. She has... A lot of fans, too, and they may or may not resent me for being her spouse, but whatever. I never really care what people think."
That last statement gets a shrug, but there's a small blush that appears on their face almost immediately. Any mention of Hrist gets them to blush in a way that no one else can, and it's a bit embarrassing. They force it down with a tight swallow and burying their face into their sleeve.
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"My dear Caelus, someone should write a play about your wife. You would be in it as well, of course, but the wonder a good performance can do for one. She sounds like she would have a life worth the telling of. Especially being a gladiator frowned upon by a King who plots against her, while she strives to achieve a return to her homeland. Oh my."
Would that he'd ever tried his hand at writing such things.
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"You're the first person to react that way. Usually I get frowns and depressed looks, but I'm glad someone agrees. I told her she should write a book, but she decided against it. She told me that she rather not relive the horrors and move on with her life. But... She's always been like that. She's always looking forward and never back."
At least they're in agreement... Some people could learn from her, but they also respect her decision.
"Thanks for listening and witnessing my attitude whenever I mention Hrist."
They laugh, but give Genesis a genuinely happy smile.
"I'll probably retire back to the rooftop soon. All that dancing and eating is finally getting to me... But, I'm sure I'll see you around, hm?"
Good to wrap. very pleased. Excited for the future
Actually, yes. It absolutely was. But he's still pleased to have had this conversation.
"And I too should explore. You have been a very gratifying diversion, Caelus. I shall seek you out again. Good day."
He sweeps an elegant bow and then turns to walk off into the crowds