[A c t i o n & V i d e o]

[greatestgood]

[Action for Albus.]

[He sends a message via Patronus. The Phoenix seems extra proud, preening and displaying his ghostly feathers as if he is in the midst of...a mating dance?]

Albus, meet me in Fayren forest at our last camp site.

[Gellert's voice gives nothing away. At said site, magic has transformed the land. Balls of flame in red, orange and gold line the perimeter and, interestingly, in the center, there is a...nest. A large bird nest.]

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[Gellert is nursing burned hands, but trust him, it is so worthwhile.]

I adore Fayren Forest. There really is nothing like it! [It's a place of dream fulfillment for him, at least.] I need good suggestions for wine. I'm fairly easy to please where alcohol is concerned, but others surely have a more discerning tongue.

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[bigbadrose]

You can't go wrong with of Torchwood's blends, by our very own connosseiur for any discerning or even the most alien of tastes! [Finger guns and a wink!]

[greatestgood]

Alright, I'll give them a try. [He does give her a small frown at the description "alien tastes". Well that's...interesting?] I think something sweet would be nice.

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[chambermusicandtenpins]

[The message Albus receives is curious, for sure, but also quite intriguing. What could Gellert have in mind this time? He doesn't question it, only doing as he is told and Apparating to the grounds, unsure what to expect.

And then, when he arrives, there is the immediate dance of flames...and inside, something he has heard tales of, something he has read of in books, but something he had only ever dreamed of seeing. His eyes light up as soon as he spots it, a surge of delight and hope searing his chest as he glances about, looking for Gellert while glancing back at the center of the ring with something like wonder.]

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[greatestgood]

[Gellert is perched on a tree limb behind - and above - Albus. He grins at the expression he sees on the other man's face upon spotting the nest.]

I know you're eager. [He leaps down and slips by Albus, summoning a red flame and a gold flame to him. Gently, he plucks one egg out of the center of each flame and carries them to the nest. He lays them in the midst of the feathers and other forest debris that make the nest before motioning at Albus to come closer.]

Two chicks, on the verge of hatching.

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[chambermusicandtenpins]

[Albus watches, enthralled and overwhelmed by everything he's singing. His gaze dances with delight and anticipation, and he follows Gellert closer with something like awe written across his face.]

Where did you find them?

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[greatestgood]

Deep, deep in the forest. A pair had a nest brimming with eggs - it must have been a good season for them - and I didn't really have the heart to take all of them. [So he settled on two.

However there is something else positioned between the eggs. A small black box.]

That's for you. [Inside is the ring he designed for Albus, complete with its own phoenix and a sunstone.]

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[chambermusicandtenpins]

[The joyousness in his expression only rises higher, his heart beating a frantic, excited dance in his chest. As soon as Gellert finishes speaking, he pulls him into a kiss, grateful and elated and loving all at once.]

You are a marvel.

[And then there is the box. Even without asking, he knows what it must be, and his heart swells at the sight of it and the thought of what it contains. With a glance back at Gellert, he shifts in closer, taking the box in hand and opening it carefully.

The sunstone gleams brilliantly, warm and radiant in its setting. Albus feels bowled over by the sight of it, by how lovely and precious it is in his hands.]

It is beautiful, Gellert.

[peaceful_shadows]

If you don't mind me asking, just what are you looking for in a wine? My vintages are currently sold by Torchwood and the variety I've managed is quite extensive for both human and non human tastes.

[greatestgood]

I would like a sweet variety; one that will pair well with desserts. [Because it's about Albus and him and Albus is the only one that feels strongly about a certain type of food.] I think the gathering I have in mind might have more desserts than true dinner fare, actually.

[peaceful_shadows]

I see, well. A few of my blends come to mind. Are you looking for something fruity and sweet, a dry sweet, an off-dry sweet perhaps?

Personally, I think a good Riesling pairs nicely with say ice creams and cakes but, I know some that favor Ice wines or a nice Rose`.

[greatestgood]

Fruity and sweet would be nice. [He looks a little lost on the last bit.] Would you mind letting me try a few?

[peaceful_shadows]

[He chuckled softly.]

Of course. If none of the more traditional vintages are to your liking, I can always create something specific for the event you're hosting.

I am well aware that some of my family's techniques are rather unique compared to what I've seen from other worlds.

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[li_amaranth]

[Don't mind her eyeing up his burned hands.]

So, you come to the forest and don't say hello? Gee Thanks Gellert.

[Pause.]

Now what the hell did you do to your hands?

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[greatestgood]

I'm sorry, I've been busy getting everything together.

[He's a bad friend.]

Phoenixes.

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[li_amaranth]

[She frowns and then huffs at the apology before accepting it.]

Well make it up to me and come visit. You can take a small break.

[However...whatever annoyance might just be forgotten as she straightens up a little.]

Hold on.. you actually found some? Show me! I want to see!

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[greatestgood]

You're right, I can. [He is on his way. She is getting an enthusiastic hug upon his arrival and he is grinning with a wild sort of happiness.]

Of course! We'll need to take a small hike to them.

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[li_amaranth]

[Li laughs as she's swept up in an enthusiastic hug when he arrives. Seeing him happy is making her happy.]

Then lets go. In all my centuries, I've never seen one before so this really is a rare treat.

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[fairysoul]

Mira has a pretty good selection at Fairy Haven. I'm pretty sure she can make suggestions.

I'm not too much into wine myself, I'm afraid.

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[greatestgood]

Thank you for the guidance. I've never paid much mind to what sort of wine I was drinking. I saved the stronger varieties for night, of course, but other than that...

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[fairysoul]

Ah, we do have stronger kinds of alcohol too!

[She probably shouldn't sound so proud about that. But anything remotely Fairy Tail related...]

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[greatestgood]

Those would be for me! [He wants them. But less than he wanted them before he found Albus again? Progress.]

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[hufflepuffpride]

[Newt is genuinely interested here; mostly because Gellert is being so tender and loving]

I have a good remedy for burnt hands.

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[greatestgood]

[Albus does bring out the best in him. Besides, he has completed another project. Two of them, actually.]

Do you? I was over-eager to hold them and my skin paid for it. [Hold what now, Gellert?]

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[hufflepuffpride]

Yes.

[Newt can't help but smile smally at that remark]

I'll be right over.

[Which Newt apparate near Gellert; and turns around seeking out where exactly Gellert is]

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[greatestgood]

...thank you.

[He doesn't expect the help, so Newt will be given a puzzled look when he arrives.]

I'm here. [By a large bird nest.]