any other person may have left it go as spam. perhaps, even simply let it pass by out of not desiring to waste their time with a response. unfortunately, callisto is too petty to be that person. ] If your desire was to see me on stage, there had to have been better ways to ask.
Who knew my father-in-law would hold such desires for me?
[ what does one give to royalty? thankfully, zagreus has a wealth of experience in gift giving, though admittedly callisto isn't particularly easy to find gifts for.
ultimately, he settles on a small assortment of items: a couple sheet masks, a few bottles of essential oils, and one of those nice silk eye covers for sleep. a little self-care gift basket, if you will. he has a feeling callisto doesn't do that very often. also included is a fountain pen already loaded with ink, because he knows calli is into that. the cool thing about the future is that all these things that would have cost a fortune is actually relatively inexpensive? amazing.
anyway, wherever callisto is staying, there will be a knock at his door but all he'll see after opening it is the small basket of items. tucked alongside it is a note: ]
To H.R.H Callisto Regulus,
Please accept this humble offering. While Your Highness always looks his best, I felt these items would suit your needs. I hope that they are to your liking, and may remind you to be considerate of your own well-being from time to time.
[ to be honest, callisto was far from accustomed to actual tender gestures and genuine words. despite the mutual "act" both parties seemed so keen on keeping up, he doesn't quite expect the letter from his so-called loyal servant. while callisto may have behaved nothing short of arrogantly, he is self-aware to know that zagreus has actual zero reason to do any of this, and perhaps... it's why the gift seems to stand out.
even if he has no idea what a sheet mask is? from what he's seen by the packaging, it doesn't seem like a masquerade mask? while he's torn open a bit of the corner, he felt the slick coldness of liquid...? he supposed that was a question for another time.
in return, zagreus will get a letter a day or two following the delivery. ]
To M.D.S Sir Zagreus,
[ my dearest servant... ]
Who knew a servant could be so attentive to their master's wellbeing? I certainly didn't. You will surely be used as a textbook example of a proper butler in the far future. Nevertheless, you have my deepest appreciation. As you likely know, I treat my own people quite well.
To be quite honest, I never did quite care for celebrating my own birthday. You could say, I never felt truly celebrated, but that is a story for another time.
Accept this as a token of your good work.
[ mahalo, ]
- Callisto Regulus
[ with the letter will come with cuff links made of a dark colored metal.
[ he was wounded when the train initially crashed, but he's not about to admit that openly, so instead: ] Were you that concerned for me? Unfortunately, you are a bit late...
[ she's not, but— ]
What of you, my lady? I heard the weather in Seoul was rather dreadful.
[ the battle was rough on him physically, so the sudden blink of a notification takes him a moment to digest. then, he sees those familiar penguins, and he can't help, but crack a small smile. ]
Do you not believe poetry is more apt for moments like these? "You have been on my mind endlessly, Your Highness. I am overwrought with concern and the burning desire to see you." would be suitable... What do you think?
It's still one you wish you could have shared with your family members. They aren't here, and while there would never be a replacement, you'd still like to spend it with others somehow.
Besides, you need to ask a favor.) ]
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[ As she promised, there's a nice little box outside Callisto's door the next morning. If he opens it up, it's filled with packing peanuts and...well, a crown. Not exactly extravagant, but she figured he should have it since the whole party was for his birthday. ]
[ Around the middle of the month, there will be three neat enough ingots of bronze sat at his door. On them is a note in surprisingly elegant, loopy handwriting... with the address of a workshop for metalcasting, along with the sketch of a penguin.
Don't worry, Siffrin will be attending the workshop too, mostly so he can teach Callisto a little hands on about Crafting. His other student had the benefit of feeling the pull of a ship under her hands, this one will be observed. ]
while he's been around weapons a lot in his lifetime, he didn't often deal with raw materials outside of managing the various mines under the royal family. hence, he's a bit surprised at the impact of seeing them in this form, and of the letter. he reads it several times over, his eyes trailing over that sketch of a penguin. without much thought, he saves it within a neat drawer in his room with a smile.
on the specified day, he'll be there... thank you, instructor. ]
[ Kabru, uh... got a bit busy during the gala, so he lost sightof his plan to feliver Callisto's gift to him directly. That's fine! After he recollects himself, he heads over to the man's room and knocks at his door, wrapped box in hand. While Kabru usually keeps his appearance neat, his hair and clothing took slightly tousled right now. ]
[ despite callisto's clear attempts in acting unaffected, there definitely is something a bit off about the way he walks, even as he saunters over to the door. while he's shed his outer layers, he still has a black colored button up shirt on and his slacks... do have a clear dark spot where a dark liquid seems to have pooled near his thigh. there's a metallic smell of blood that seems to permeate the air when he pulls the door open.
when his eyes land on kabru he seems to stare for a second too long, before— ] You look a mess, Sir Kabru. [ lol. ]
[ Ereshkigal had a fantastic time at the gala. Truly one of her life's happiest memory (it helps that she doesn't have many). Unfortunately, while drunk (thanks to that evil god), she found herself making a promise to Callisto. And even if she hadn't been in her right mind, a promise is a promise.
And so she stands in the simulation room, awaiting for the man to arrive. If he's not there at the appointed time, she's going to go and drag him out of his bed...!
Though she's not sure she'll manage to bring out the energy she had on that day. She can be strict, but that strict? Honestly, some of the stuff she's said... S-Shameful! She'll never drink ever again, no thank you. ]
[ despite the early hours of meeting, callisto isn't late. he arrives with some time to spare. compared to his usual attire, this one is marginally more simple; he dons a basic dark-coloured shirt, slacks, and yet he is still not lacking in accessories as he wears both a tie and brooch. per usual, he has a certain confidence to his gait as he walks in, yet there seems to be something a bit more cautious and curious to his step.
before she can even speak, he opens his own mouth, as he so often does. ] I admit I am a bit wary if just because I do not know which lady to be expecting. The fiery lady of the ball, or the one that may be feeling just a touch of shame.
[ it's mostly a joke, something lighthearted and almost carefree to his voice. ]
[ the timing of the text couldn't be any less opportune considering the strife of the ensuing skirmishes across the lands, and yet... is anything truly convenient? but, the contents do shock the initial chagrin right out of him. ]
How irresponsible.
You see them and yet you're incapable of handling it? Do you normally send messages without the proper context, or are you still attempting to worm your way under my skin?
I had also recalled that he was there in the aftermath of our last mission. Though, I have to say, Sir Kabru, had he been with me, would you not have known? You are quite the nosy aide, after all.
Are you quite certain he is nowhere on the base? Shall I assist you in searching?
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Siffrin is turning up at two people's doors, but the first is Callisto's. There's something they need to do. So, he pauses a moment, remembering the promise he'd made to the other about knocking (and being thusly rewarded in some way) and does so.
Knock, that is. Please open to your small companion. Look at this smile. Doesn't it inspire confidence? ]
[ the knock almost entirely throws him off. not because he forgot their prior discussion, but he hadn't expected siffrin to place it into practice so soon. or maybe, in all of the recent events, it was easier to say his own mind was still in a lingering state of disarray. though, despite all of this, or whatever may have metaphorically held him back...
he's genuinely relieved when he opens the door and he sees siffrin there, and not anyone else. he hasn't realized it, but instinctively, his own eyes are on his sword that he haphazardly attached to him before answering the door.
he doesn't seem to bring attention to it, however. placing it back down by the door before giving his usual, almost carefree smile in return to siffrin's. ] Sir Siffrin, how nice of you to drop by. To what do I owe this pleasure?
[ not that they needed a reason to meet. but, it's a formality callisto sticks to out of habit. ]
( Was Callisto going to be spared? Absolutely not. On the 25th a gift is left at his door, wrapped neatly in this wonderful paper.
Inside he gets
- this plushie. - a taste-testing donut box, all fancy flavours he's never heard of so clearly fit for royalty. - a bottle of wine - the one served at his party! - a handmade i.o.u coupon for one ( 1 ) bodyguarding service of his choosing.
There's also a drawn card - one of the orphanage kids - of a santa that looks suspiciously like Vash. Inside he's written Cedrick! Happy holidays. I don't know if you celebrate them where you're from, but I wanted to get you something. Use the coupon whenever you want! I'm working real hard on my knight application!!! - Vash )
[ A wrapped package can be found at Callisto's door after the Christmas Party. Unwrapping it reveals a costume that is akin to that a prince would wear in a fairy tale. It's very elegant, predominantly black with golden outlines and a long red cape.
There is a message with the gift, written on a Christmas postcard: ]
Dear Callisto,
As you are taking steps towards becoming your better self, I believe these clothes will help you look as graceful on the outside as you are becoming on the inside. You are forbidden from being your detestable old self while wearing these clothes, consider it incentive for you to strive ever towards being your better self.
Merry Christmas! -- Ereshkigal, Goddess of Death and Queen of Kûr
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One swelteringly hot July afternoon, Callisto will receive a notification that he has one (1) new message!
Turns out the message is just a single forwarded link to the following website. Congrats on the new job opporunity?? ]
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ultimately, he settles on a small assortment of items: a couple sheet masks, a few bottles of essential oils, and one of those nice silk eye covers for sleep. a little self-care gift basket, if you will. he has a feeling callisto doesn't do that very often. also included is a fountain pen already loaded with ink, because he knows calli is into that. the cool thing about the future is that all these things that would have cost a fortune is actually relatively inexpensive? amazing.
anyway, wherever callisto is staying, there will be a knock at his door but all he'll see after opening it is the small basket of items. tucked alongside it is a note: ]
To H.R.H Callisto Regulus,
Please accept this humble offering. While Your Highness always looks his best, I felt these items would suit your needs. I hope that they are to your liking, and may remind you to be considerate of your own well-being from time to time.
Yours faithfully,
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To M.D.S Sir Zagreus,
[ my dearest servant... ]
Who knew a servant could be so attentive to their master's wellbeing? I certainly didn't. You will surely be used as a textbook example of a proper butler in the far future. Nevertheless, you have my deepest appreciation. As you likely know, I treat my own people quite well.
To be quite honest, I never did quite care for celebrating my own birthday. You could say, I never felt truly celebrated, but that is a story for another time.
Accept this as a token of your good work.
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mahalo,]- Callisto Regulus
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What of you, my lady? I heard the weather in Seoul was rather dreadful.
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I call it my Princely Assessment Tool.
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For ease of judging, I have limited it to three qualities:
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As I've shown before, it is possible to argue for a different rating. I am a kind and reasonable person, after all.
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It's still one you wish you could have shared with your family members. They aren't here, and while there would never be a replacement, you'd still like to spend it with others somehow.
Besides, you need to ask a favor.) ]
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Please, enjoy this special arrangement as a token of their now blooming friendship. ]
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Don't worry, Siffrin will be attending the workshop too, mostly so he can teach Callisto a little hands on about Crafting. His other student had the benefit of feeling the pull of a ship under her hands, this one will be observed. ]
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while he's been around weapons a lot in his lifetime, he didn't often deal with raw materials outside of managing the various mines under the royal family. hence, he's a bit surprised at the impact of seeing them in this form, and of the letter. he reads it several times over, his eyes trailing over that sketch of a penguin. without much thought, he saves it within a neat drawer in his room with a smile.
on the specified day, he'll be there... thank you, instructor. ]
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when everything gets lost into spam
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when his eyes land on kabru he seems to stare for a second too long, before— ] You look a mess, Sir Kabru. [ lol. ]
Did something happen while you were at the gala?
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And so she stands in the simulation room, awaiting for the man to arrive. If he's not there at the appointed time, she's going to go and drag him out of his bed...!
Though she's not sure she'll manage to bring out the energy she had on that day. She can be strict, but that strict? Honestly, some of the stuff she's said... S-Shameful! She'll never drink ever again, no thank you. ]
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Siffrin last seen heading east.
Can't give chase, but they're currently poisoned by LILITH tech.
Get the antidote if you can. [ … ] It'll be lethal if left alone.
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You see them and yet you're incapable of handling it? Do you normally send messages without the proper context, or are you still attempting to worm your way under my skin?
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Zagreus appears to have gone missing. He was at the medical cruiser, so it wasn't that he perished in Transylvania.
I've scoped out all his usual spots but I haven't been able to find him. And he isn't responding to messages.
He wouldn't happen to have been with you this whole time, would he?
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I had also recalled that he was there in the aftermath of our last mission. Though, I have to say, Sir Kabru, had he been with me, would you not have known? You are quite the nosy aide, after all.
Are you quite certain he is nowhere on the base? Shall I assist you in searching?
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[ not then back to their texting letters. ]
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You're okay!)
Siffrin is turning up at two people's doors, but the first is Callisto's. There's something they need to do. So, he pauses a moment, remembering the promise he'd made to the other about knocking (and being thusly rewarded in some way) and does so.
Knock, that is. Please open to your small companion. Look at this smile. Doesn't it inspire confidence? ]
runs to fastly!!!! (or as fast as i can)
he's genuinely relieved when he opens the door and he sees siffrin there, and not anyone else. he hasn't realized it, but instinctively, his own eyes are on his sword that he haphazardly attached to him before answering the door.
he doesn't seem to bring attention to it, however. placing it back down by the door before giving his usual, almost carefree smile in return to siffrin's. ] Sir Siffrin, how nice of you to drop by. To what do I owe this pleasure?
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Inside he gets
There's also a drawn card - one of the orphanage kids - of a santa that looks suspiciously like Vash. Inside he's written Cedrick! Happy holidays. I don't know if you celebrate them where you're from, but I wanted to get you something. Use the coupon whenever you want! I'm working real hard on my knight application!!! - Vash )
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There is a message with the gift, written on a Christmas postcard: ]
Dear Callisto,
As you are taking steps towards becoming your better self, I believe these clothes will help you look as graceful on the outside as you are becoming on the inside. You are forbidden from being your detestable old self while wearing these clothes, consider it incentive for you to strive ever towards being your better self.
Merry Christmas!
-- Ereshkigal, Goddess of Death and Queen of Kûr
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sir render!
( Sorry, Callisto. This is happening. )
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