[Video]

[solar_flare]

Hey guys!

[Someone's looking a lot more cheerful now that her PRECIOUS hair is back to being blonde and unruly once more. She's sitting in some sort of office, and given the high level of tech in the background, it's probably safe to say she's in Nova City.]

My birthday is coming up this week, so I thought I'd throw a little barbecue bash on Sunday out here in Nova City, since the weather looks to be pre-ttee good that day.

[A miserable looking man with greasy hair starts to edge into the screen. Yang pushes his head back out of view and briefly admonishes him to be patient.]

It's going to be standard barbecue fare, hot dogs and hamburgers. I'll take care of that part and the condiments, and fix us up with some lemonade too. If you want to bring something for an impromptu potluck, feel free! I know some of you are real good cooks.

[Yang winks.]

Don't bring any presents. Seriously, all I want is to hang out with some cool people and enjoy the sunshine. Swing by, we'll be in the park across the street from the Guardian office!

[It's probably the only way they can get Garrus to pop his head in at least for a little while.]

We'll start at noon and end...whenever.

[Someone murmurs off-screen, and Yang's attention flits up and to the left.]

Got it. All right, you, let's get you processed.

[She takes the man's arm and helps him to his feet, on account of the handcuffs and all. She grins back at the camera.]

Back to work. Hope to see you guys Sunday!

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Comments

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[whiteas]

You are getting a present and I hope you won't be offended if I bring turkey burgers for Ren and I. I've managed to perfect a very good recipe with cranberries, brie, and rosemary. If he wants to try it.

[ 8') HEALTHIER FOOD! She's got Ren's back!! If. You know, he wants. ]

Which you are also welcome to but I'm assuming you're going to stick your nose up at, as is your right as birthday girl.

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[solar_flare]

You assume incorrectly!

[She dramatically holds up a finger and wags it.]

You know I'm always up for trying someone else's cooking. It sounds interesting, to say the least!

[A little fancy for a barbecue, but. It's Weiss. She's all about the fancy.]

And seriously, no presents. I've got everything I need!

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[whiteas]

I already got you a present, and you're going to want it later.

[ She got Yang a new swimsuit for the summer!! ]

I'll prepare a few extra patties then.

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[solar_flare]

Awwwww~ Well thanks, that's sweet of you!

[She knows better than to argue, and hey, presents aren't something she hates. Yang just doesn't want it to seem like she expects a shower of gifts from people.]

Should I get some of that fancy mustard? What's it...the Dijon stuff?

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[whiteas]

Dijon mustard is not fancy by default, but you're welcome to.

[ Weiss thinks she'll like it anyway. It's this, but in brown and yellow. The top hides support straps and cups while still letting yang zip it up as high or low as she wants!! So she can be sexy and well-supported!! ]

Should I bring the gift over before so people don't feel bad for not getting you anything at the party?

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[solar_flare]

Great! I'll see if they've got Dijon ketchup, too.

[Yang, that doesn't exist. She's going to love that swimsuit, though.]

I'm good either way. Maybe they'll be jealous of your gift-giving and invite you to their parties as a result.

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[whiteas]

As if I don't already get invited to a ton of parties.

[ She actually throws a surprising number of them, too. ]

[quick_clean_pure]

Happy birthday. Or soon-to-be-birthday. How old are you turnin'?

[solar_flare]

Nineteen, oh yeah!

...

It's a little tough to calculate, since the date back home isn't the same date here. This is the closest it gets, though!

[quick_clean_pure]

Yeah, I guess the whole city kind of messes with...I dunno, the whole concept of time. But still, hey, birthdays are birthdays, so that's cool.

[solar_flare]

My thoughts exactly.

[Fingergun and a click from the side of her mouth.]

So are you coming?

[quick_clean_pure]

Sure, can do. Want anything in particular for the potluck?

[solar_flare]

[Yang tips her head, thoughtful for a moment. He said he lived in a dumpster so cooking probably isn't his specialty. Hmmmm...]

You want to cover the chips?

[quick_clean_pure]

[Yang has assumed very correctly.]

Sure, can do. I'll even bring regular and salt and vinegar.

[solar_flare]

Oooo, way to splurge!

[She laughs.]

I'll look forward to it, then. See you Sunday!

[quick_clean_pure]

Sounds good. See you, then.

[ayla_strong]

[Ayla's been quiet lately but this message catches her interest. Partially because of the meat, but also because of Yang's stylish locks. That blonde hair is Prehistoric Chief approved!]

This party. Everyone welcome? Meat for everyone? Or just tribe?

[Hamburgers and hotdogs aren't something she was originally familiar with, but her time traveling friends back home helped fix that.]

[solar_flare]

[Yang chuckles, and gives one firm nod.]

Yup, anyone can come. I'm always up for meeting new people around here!

[As long as they don't cause trouble, but given how many fighters are going to attend? She's not worried in the slightest.]

I'm Yang, by the way.

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[mother_of_monsters]

Hot dogs? You eat canines!?

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[solar_flare]

No, it's just a name. They're made of...

[...]

Actually I don't know what they're made of. Not dogs.

[mother_of_monsters]

Oh, I see.

[He sounds...a little disappointed, to be honest.]

Is it safe to eat them if you don't know where the meat comes from?

[solar_flare]

...Dray.

Would I seriously serve you guys unsafe food at a birthday barbecue? Come on.

[mother_of_monsters]

No, no, of course not. Sorry, I didn't want to upset you.

So, ehm, how old will you be?

[He's going to give her a special home made present.]

[solar_flare]

[He's forgiven pretty easily.]

Nineteen. It's a little strange, given that Ruby's a year younger than usual, and Weiss has a couple of years on me too. But hey, progress is progress!

[mother_of_monsters]

[Such a nice girl.]

Awww that's a lovely age. It's so weird how this world pull people from the same universe from different points in time. Maybe it does it for amusement.

[solar_flare]

Ah...who can say why people come and go when they do.

[She shrugs, glancing off to the side.]

[mother_of_monsters]

That too. It's really annoying. I made some really good friends here and knowing they could disappear at any moment it's fairly upsetting...

[But this is not a good subject of conversation to have, they were planning her b-day after all.]

Ah...do you need help organizing the party? I can cook pretty well, if you need anything just let me know.

[crapton_of_luck]

[Lucky pops up on screen with a grin.]

Party? I am so there.

[solar_flare]

You'd better be!

[Yang grins right back.]

With weather that good, it'd be a shame not to have a party.

[crapton_of_luck]

I'm assuming pets can come too?

[Caesar peeks in at the corner of the screen and lets out a squeaky growl of..greeting? -- Yeah, something like that-- to Yang before he scampers off to go play with the Pokemon. Lucky laughs at that.]

Because I have three that would follow me everywhere pretty much.

[solar_flare]

Sure, I don't mind. As long as people are respectful to the laws of the park and cleaning up after their pets? I mean, they like sunshine too!

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[conner_el]

Oh, shit!

[Conner's smiling face pops up on screen.]</small. Happy birthday, dude!

[Video]

[solar_flare]

Heh heh, thanks! It's technically not until Thursday, but I thought having a party on the weekend would work out better for people's schedules.

[Plus it's raining in most places on the 19th according to the newspaper.]

You'll be there, right?

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[conner_el]

Couldn't keep me away.

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[rejected_trash]

What day is it? Your birthday.

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[solar_flare]

[She blinks, surprised. He's not exactly the most talkative kid around, so seeing him make an effort like this tugs right at her big sister heart strings.]

Oh, hey Sync! Technically it's the 19th, but I figured more people would be able to come if I had it on the weekend. Are you gonna be there?

[Audio]

[rejected_trash]

I'll think about it.

At least, I'll get you something.