Velcora Doesn't Ask The Big Question

---> chel meets up with velcora, and velcora asks if chel wants to go on another date

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Is that evens a question?"
You gasp in delight, reaching out to boop Velcora lightly on the nose with a finger.

Velcora giggles happily.
In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "I just have to figure out where..."

Kalavera says to Velcora, "I might suggest anywhere, as nowhere is not possible, since you promised a date somewhere."

You blink.
You give a trillingly melodic laugh, your frills resonating with joy.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Sagely."

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says to Kalavera, "Thank you! I'll take that advice."
The corners of Velcora's mouth turn up as they grin mischievously.

You nod your head sagely at Kalavera.
A wry smile spreads across your face.

---> nyoom!

You follow Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture north to the entryway of Bistro Noir.

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Have you been here?"

You shake your head.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Nevers."

The entryway of Bistro Noir.
Fresh air blows in from the open doorway to the road outside, bringing with it a layer of dust that settles upon the floor. Beyond the sediment that lies before the arched entryway, a high pile rug lies sprawled across the planks, the onyx-hued fibres loosely twisted into a heavy shag. Atop this carpet, a podium of lacquered mahogany stands, the dark timber housing the tattered pages of the restaurant's reservation book, thick droplets of ink pooled throughout scribbles upon the tattered ivory parchment. Along the walls, iron sconces burn with a warm light, casting wavering shadows that dance about the room. Smiling brightly, a beaming hostess waits to show diners to their table. A large menu stands here, displaying the restaurant's culinary creations. Muginn, the ghost-feathered magpie perches here with a mischievous glint in his eye. Flapjack the fox is standing here quietly. Draped in protective gear of black and gold, a dedicated beekeeper stands here, awash in a cloud of dancing bees.

Velcora shuffles over to you and shyly takes your hand in their own.

You give Velcora a peck on the cheek.

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Shall we?"

You nod your head at Velcora.

Velcora greets a beaming hostess with a sincere smile.

A beaming hostess exclaims, "Welcome to Bistro Noir!"
A beaming hostess exclaims, "Oh, you must be the help Chef Gordo was expecting! Please go see him in his office at the back of the restaurant!"

A wry smile spreads across your face.

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "No, we're here to eat."
In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "We are customers."
In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Patrons."

Amused, you say, "Let's just seat ourselves, okays?"

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Ok."

You follow Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture west to a shadowed seating arrangement.

A patient diner spanks Velcora on the rear as they walks into the room.
A patient diner says, "Hello handsome, want to join me for dinner? Or maybe we should skip straight to dessert?"
A patient diner winks conspiratorially at Velcora.

"Uhh..." stalls Velcora.

You narrow your eyes at a patient diner in an unnerving manner.
A patient diner exclaims to you, "Could you grab me a glass of water? Looking at these gorgeous waiters is making me quite thirsty!"

Velcora creases their brow in a frown.

You growl menacingly at a patient diner.
A patient diner whistles appreciatively.

You follow Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture east to a comfortable waiting area.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "These people are terribles."

Argent moonlight pierces the blue glow of the Flame of dae'Seren upon Velcora, enshrouding them momentarily in a silver mantle.
"Ahah!" Velcora exclaims triumphantly.

A cluttered corner within the bistro.
Atop granite counters sit numerous dishes, grouped in preparation for serving by the waiters that wander about, these odourous meals filling the air with a delightful fragrance that teases the nose. Shelving set into the ebon walls houses empty plates, cups, and silverware which clink and clang with the slightest of movement, their ringing blending with the laughter and chatter of the dining room beyond to form an almost musical tune. Simple white candlesticks burn between the black ceramic that fills the shelved storage, providing both light and a touch of decor to the clutter. A handsome waiter stands idly here as he glances over his orders. Muginn, the ghost-feathered magpie perches here with a mischievous glint in his eye. Flapjack the fox is standing here quietly. Draped in protective gear of black and gold, a dedicated beekeeper stands here, awash in a cloud of dancing bees.
You see exits leading north, northeast, east (open door), west, and northwest.
Wait timer expired.

Velcora pulls a chair out for you.

You have emoted: Cheliyi smiles, sitting down before beaming up at Velcora.

The Mantle of Starlight flows gently against your form, twinkling stars shifting across its surface as the starry infinity continues its eternal motion.

Velcora blushes furiously.
Velcora pushes the chair in and takes their own seat.

Cheerfully, you say, "Have never been to a restaurants like this before."

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Me neither."

The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

Sagely, you say, "Well, I brought foods."
You peer about yourself unscrupulously.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "It's cake."
The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

Velcora beams broadly.

You give an orange satin hamster shaped cup cake to Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture.
You nibble on a slice of layered rainbow cake with star-shaped sprinkles.
You giggle happily.

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Cake is my favorite food!"
Velcora nibbles on an orange satin hamster shaped cup cake.
In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "This is a very cute cake."

Warmly, you say, "Yeah, is pretty cute. Is cuter than my -actual- hamster."
You pat a chubby piebald hamster in a friendly manner.
Thoughtfully, you say, "... still am not entirely sure he is not secretly a soulless."

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "He's very cute for a soulless."

The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

Velcora crushes the cluster of gems into a fine powder and fashions a set of 5 fine glasses.
Velcora pours a chilled raspberry green tea from a turquoise turtle shell keg into a shot glass.
Velcora gives a shot glass to you.

Velcora pours a chilled raspberry green tea from a turquoise turtle shell keg into a shot glass.

You take a drink of green tea from a shot glass.
Your movements become fluid as you drink the green tea.
Bitter at the first sip, the tea turns pleasantly sweet and refreshing with the sharp tang of raspberries, followed by a touch of floral jasmine.

Gently, you say, "Thank you, love."

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Of course."
Velcora smiles softly.

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "So the wedding planning is going well?"

You have emoted: Cheliyi reaches across the table, taking Velcora's paw by her much smaller hand. "Is slow goings, the planning. They have two years, anyways. Have plans for some people maybe giving some roles, and where it will bes, but otherwise, still deciding."

Velcora squeezes your hand, staring gently into your eyes. "I am glad. Your dads are so nice and it will be good for everyone to have a chance to celebrate them."

Wisps of smoke fill the air, carrying with it the scent of charred meats from the kitchens.

You have emoted: Cheliyi pauses, her expression softening as she falls into silence. She glances down at the table, and then says, "Well, when my dads have a shared last names, then they can adopts me."
Hesitantly, you say, "And then... will have a names on paper. Proper names."
You look at Velcora hopefully.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "And... maybe could... um."
You glance askance.
You cough softly.

Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture thinks to themself: Oh my god.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "N... neverminds."

Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture thinks to themself: Is now when I sh--.

Velcora claps their hands over their mouth as though they were accidentally saying something.

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "I am really happy they'll be able to officially adopt you."

A golden firefly squid drags itself in.
Able to fit in the palm of a hand, this golden firefly squid toy squirms in random, spasmodic movements due to a clockwork mechanism hidden within. The top portion, smooth and long, carries two glittering, almost comically large eyes while a pair of lips have been stitched just below in a wide, happy smile. Below its body are dozens of writhing tentacles that flail about uselessly, the tips of each adorned with a tiny gem.
It weighs about 1 pounds and 14 ounce(s).
It bears the distinctive mark of Tikki.
It has the following aliases: squid.
A golden firefly squid flails about helplessly.
A golden firefly squid says to you, "Mooooo."
A golden firefly squid scuttles away.

You have emoted: Cheliyi's frills twitch, but she seems too busy to be blushing to have noticed anything.
You blink.
You stare blankly into space.
You giggle happily.

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Tikki, "Squids do not say moo!"

Caressing your ear, the voice of Tikki whispers, "That one did!"

Velcora puts their hand in their pocket, fidgeting with the silverware with their other hand.

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Are they going to adopt Ronin too? Officially I mean."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Ah, not sure if Ronin will wants that. Though..." she trails off thoughtfully, " he does like Dad and Mister Dad a lot. But.. he still remembers our Father, yes."

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Oh. Of course..."

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Muginn isn't another sibling, is he?"
Velcora peers at Muginn, the ghost-feathered magpie unscrupulously.
Muginn glances at Velcora warily, before nodding once in approval.

You blink.
You give a trillingly melodic laugh, your frills resonating with joy.

Velcora smiles softly.

With a wry smile, you say, "He's more of a grumpy bird parent at this point, yes. Thinks I'm his egg."

Folding his wings so he can reach them easily, Muginn, the ghost-feathered magpie preens his wings happily, straightening out the disheveled feathers.

Velcora utters a deep, rumbling laugh.

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "You don't look like an egg."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Ah well, pearly white skin, used to be a Blacktalon, was a convincing fake, yes."
The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.
Muginn, the ghost-feathered magpie glances around haughtily.

Velcora giggles happily.
In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "But now you're happy in Celest?"

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I am."

Velcora's mouth turns up as their face breaks into a smile.
In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "I'm glad."

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Even if I haven't lost all hope you'll move to the forest."

You give Velcora a peck on the cheek.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Is... probably not going to happen."
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Love my family, my Lady too muchly. Love the Light."

A look of understanding crossing their features, Velcora nods their head slowly.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "The Wilde is important. And some part of mes... remembers, loves Mother Moonhart's song. But, is not my family, nor was it evers."

Velcora's eyes water slightly but they nod, smiling happily.

You regard Velcora thoughtfully before leaning in and kissing them on the nose, placating their concerns.

Gently, you say, "But I also love you, so very muchly."

A single teardrop coalesces in the corner of Velcora's eyes.
In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "I love you too, Cheliyi."

Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture thinks to themself: ...

Velcora sips green tea from a shot glass.

You tilt your head curiously at Velcora.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Something bigly is on your minds."

Flickering candlelight washes over the area, casting dark silhouettes that dance as a steady breeze blows through the restaurant.

You give Velcora a friendly squeeze.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Are you alrights?"

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "I'm nervous."
Velcora blushes furiously.

You give Velcora a friendly squeeze.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Believes in you, I do."
In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "I have something to ask you..."

You tilt your head curiously.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Do wanna ask it here? Cause is pretty louds."

In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Oh... maybe not."
In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Do you want to take me to the Pool of Stars?"
In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Or somewhere else you like?"
Velcora frets over everything that might go wrong.

You blink.
Concerned, you say, "Love, calms, calms. Are fine. We can go where you want."
You pet Velcora ingratiatingly.

Velcora puts their hand to their forehead and swoons.
With a frown, you say, "Should get you home."

Velcora nods their head emphatically.

You have emoted: Cheliyi hops off of her chair, offering a hand to Velcora.
You cease to follow Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture.

You beckon to Velcora.

Gently, you say, "C'mons."

Velcora takes your hand and stands.
Velcora begins to follow you.

You touch a glowing emerald leaf, and leafy creepers push up through the ground and climb up your legs. As the leaves turn brown and blow away, you are suddenly whisked away.

You portal to Foxhaven Manor.

A Cozy Ornate Bedroom.                                 (#FOX_2)
A comforting feeling of privacy pervades the area. A cozy little wood-panelled bedroom is decorated with a few twinkling illusions. Fox-themed needlepoints are framed and hung with care. A faux window looks out on a tranquil forest scene which moves slightly as though a breeze were blowing there. Gleaming jade accentuated with vivid red filigree makes up this striking desk. A broad armoire of jade with complex scrollwork and vivid red filigree stands here. Ornate and beautiful, a bed of filigreed jade with red accents stands here. Vivid red filigree adorns this chair fashioned of jade. A rustic rug detailed with interlocking moonhart leaves rests here, its colour not completely faded. A painting of Cheliyi is proudly exhibited on a nearby wall. A shimmering blue circle floats in the room here. Flapjack the fox is standing here quietly.
You see a single exit leading north (open door).

Flapjack the fox holds his head out to you for petting.

You have emoted: Cheliyi gently leads Velcora to an ornate bed of jade with vivid red filigree, helping them sit down.

Velcora sits themself down on an ornate bed of jade with vivid red filigree and makes themself comfortable.

Leaning forward, you gently press a kiss to Velcora's brow.

Velcora smiles lovingly and gratefully at you.
In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "Did I ruin our date?"

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Do not make yourself woozy with worry, no. And, it was a lovely date."
You give Velcora a peck on the cheek.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Not ruined at alls."

Velcora smiles softly.

You are exhausted and open your mouth in an enormous yawn.
Sagely, you say, "And the perfect ends."

You lie down on an ornate bed of jade with vivid red filigree and comfortably stretch out.

You hug Velcora as best as you can, pulling them into a tight embrace.

Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture thinks to themself: Will ask another day.
Velcora embraces you with great ardour.
In a low growl, Tae'dae-shaped Fox Velcora Lunarose, Minister of Culture says, "You are the best ever."

You have emoted: Cheliyi hums contently.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "You're the best toos, silly."
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Good nights."
You grow still and begin to pray silently for preservation of your soul while you are out of the land.