genessia | EVENT- Genessia Masquerade

Masquerade! Paper faces on parade
Masquerade! Hide your face so the world will never find you
Masquerade! Every face a different shade
Masquerade! Look around, there's another mask behind you

Welcome
Though the evening outside is chilly, there’s nothing but warmth and lively atmosphere inside. The room itself (the ballroom atop the self proclaimed ‘most romantic and luxurious’ Genessian getaway) is almost blinding, glittering with gold from floor to ceiling, save for the towering framed windows that provide a beautiful sight of the city below. Tables are scattered here and there around the perimeter should attendees wish to rest their feet, but the centerpiece of the evening seems to be the massive, sparkling chandelier casting its warm, golden glow over a rather extensive dance floor. One end of the room is reserved for the band, poised just near the hearth featuring a roaring fire, while the other showcases a grand staircase on which one may make their entrance, should they choose to explore the upper lofts that surround the room beforehand.

Early in the evening, once the room has begun to fill, a couple steps up to welcome everyone on behalf of Genessia’s Performing Arts Center and the cast of their most recent musical. While the event is free, and they are delighted to be able to share a magnificent evening of splendor with everyone, they do wish to make everyone aware that should they choose to donate tonight, be it through benevolent gift or through the auction or gambling tables, all proceeds will be donated to the Red House Foundation- more specifically, Genessia’s branch, located in the heart of the city herself.
The call to enjoy the masquerade is punctuated with a deep bow and the swell of the band picking up once more to lead everyone into a night of majestic merriment.

Photos
With numerous celebrities about and the event in full swing, it’s to no one’s surprise that there are photographers practically crawling the place. Fortunately for all, quite a few have been hired by the event planning team and will be snapping moments (both candid and posed) of everyone in attendance. There’s even a designated area with various props to play with and a lovely backdrop doused in gold. These photos can be downloaded from the network later, so take advantage of these professionals, should your heart desire! After all, did one really look their best if there’s no photo to prove it?

Dancing
While there’s certainly no pop star performing and the music is much more classically suited, one will hear a familiar tune more often than not, spun by the tuxedo clad musicians to suit a more modern crowd. It’s upbeat and energetic for the most part, but every so often, they're likely to switch the mood to something much smoother (dare they say, romantic?) to sway to. Instructors are scattered throughout the crowd, should those unfamiliar with the ballroom style wish to learn something new!

Food
A party without food is absurd, regardless of the occasion. Drink flows readily from the bar, and an impressive variation of hors d’oeuvre has been laid out in a brilliant spread on the long tables along the edges of the room. Partake as you will, and leave a donation to show your appreciation if you’re so inspired!

Costume Parade
What’s the point of a masquerade without an outfit promenade? Show off your inspired attire to all who will gaze upon you. The more flamboyant, the more attention your costume will draw, and the more in-character one seems, the more believable the evening will be- Embrace the masks and let loose! Tonight is the night to be whoever (or whatever) your heart desires.

Gambling/Auction
Thanks to the generosity of local businesses, there are multiple donated items on which to bid, ranging from weekend getaways to baskets of sweets to… rather peculiar fashion and odd home decor.
To the right of the auction display, there are multiple gaming tables with waiting croupier, ready to assist those with heavy wallets attempt to woo Lady Luck. The winnings (should there be any) can be kept or donated- the choice is yours.

Gardens
If one finds a need to escape the swirling of dance and swell of the music, the gardens below may serve you well. There’s a lovely courtyard, and just beyond the fountain, a garden maze, well lit for the season with the gentle glow of dazzling lights. Take a stroll alone, or hide away with a lover or confidant, or snag a seat for the fireworks- the choice is yours.

Fireworks
No grand gala ever ended without a burst of excitement to round out the evening. Toward the end of the evening, the sky will be lit with a brilliant display of silvers and golds, all timed perfectly with the band’s final performance. One can watch from the gardens or the rooftop, or, if in need of something more ~private~, the balconies throughout the hotel.

Masquerade! Burning glances, turning heads
Masquerade! Stop and stare at the sea of smiles around you
Masquerade! Grinning yellows, spinning reds
Masquerade! Take your fill, let the spectacle astound you

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Mirajane couldn't help but laugh when Mavis accepted, delighted that she was still whimsical enough to indulge her this request. Mavis was one of the few adults shorter than she was, though through no fault of her genetics and more a curse that kept her eternally youthful, but that was a different problem for a different day. One two step, one two spin, it was easy to lose her worries and inhibitions when she twirled and danced with Mavis, as if she were in a dream world of masks and fancy dresses.

"Oh Master, it's been absolutely enchanting! Erza and I have needed an evening like this, I get to see a side of Erza that she so rarely gets to show." That impulsive, playful, and excited side of her that could be just a bit more feminine than the knight she always strove to be. She loved both sides of Erza, but it was nice to see her get excited over something like this, and the more she thought about Erza the more her mind came back to her question. Her smile did seem to waver somehow, seeming a bit more forced and strained than it previously was.

"Master? May I ask a slightly personal question? Have you and Zeref ever talked about having children together... here?" Mavis and Zeref faced their own complications with their mutual curses, but if they did have a child here, either one of them might disappear one day as did many of the residents of this place. As with many of the questions Mirajane asked about Mavis and Zeref, she was thinking of applying it to herself and Erza, but of course they had their own set of complications since they were both women.

Mavis would never stop being whimsical or if she ever did, there would be something very wrong going on.

She twirled happily with Mira, the hem of her dress flying slightly around her as she did. "Yes, I think we all needed an evening like this! I'm glad I manage to convince you all to come here." Reminded them about it every day for a week and then practically dragged them here would be more accurate but hey, only the result mattered.

Mavis noticed the change, no matter how subtle it was. She raised an eyebrow but kept on dancing anyway. The question seemed to surprise her but she gave Mirajane an honest answer. "Actually, yes. We did. But Zeref is convinced it wouldn't work. I mean... that it is not possible for people who are not natives of Genessia to have children here."

She didn't ask why Mirajane was asking. She knew she would tell her on her own when she was ready.

Mirajane grinned as she remembered some of Mavis' reminders. Without her siblings there wasn't much to come home to, so Mira spent most of her time just workingl "It's probably a good thing you did. I don't leave the guildhall nearly as much as I probably should, and I probably wouldn't have come if it weren't for you."

Mirajane was almost just as surprised by Mavis' answer as Mavis was about Mira asking. A slight blush came to her face, and she said with a slight cough and a laugh, "Doesn't keep you from trying though, right?"

Raunchy jokes aside... there was a reason she asked and she was coming to it now. "Did you know I've always wanted to be a mother with my own children? After raising my siblins, and taking on a sort of mother figure role in the guild, I know I can. It may be impossible, between this world, no men in my life, and even if I had a child, the possibly I'd vanish. Even still... it's something I want someday, and I think you should know if you and Zeref ever have children here, Erza and I would love them like our own. We're family in Fairy Tail, and if one of us is gone the others will always be there for them."

She'd noticed that Mavis didn't leave the guildhall as often as she used to but she didn't say anything. Fairy Haven was busy and crowded lately, and it was nice to have Mira in charge of the logistics. But at the same time, it was only natural she'd need some time away from Fairy Haven.

Mavis laughed at the question and almost didn't blush. Almost. "No. No, it does not."

The following part was more sweet and personal. Mavis stopped mid-dance to look at Mirajane. "If there's a possibility, I know you'll find it. And you'll be a great mother, either here or somewhere else." She resumed the dance, hugging Mira a bit at the same time, her cheek pressed against her shoulder. "Of course. We are family. And I know our kids would have the most wonderful aunts ever."

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