VIDEO! [Open -ish]

[skilledwithwords]

OPEN

[This video goes out to anyone who Levy has met or even passed by on the streets, also Mikasa Ackerman, Yui Kusanagi, Liv Moore and Yukiko Amagi who Levy knows as David's friends.]

Hi Everyone!

[Levy smiles brightly at the screen. She has been thinking about this for awhile now and she finally has a rough date and idea. Plus she got permission from David.]

I wanted to let you know that David and I are throwing a Holiday party! Please RSVP because I'm going to have fun presents for everyone. It's going to be at our house so if you need directions let me know. It's going to but a fun time!

[Mostly partying and talking.]

It's going to be December 23rd. I don't think anything else is going on that day?

Let me know!

[The feed clicks off giving everyone a chance to check their calender's.]

Private Text to Ted

I have a problem. Are you around or in the office?

[This problem isn't 100% not his fault.]

Private Text to Zeref

You might not want to come to the party but I'm getting you a present.

Comments

[youfool]

Certainly am! What is it?

[skilledwithwords]

Well, what sort of terms are you on with Lucy?

[Levy's going to come find him since she isn't really all that far away when she sends out the video.]

[youfool]

He thought about it. His expression darkened a bit, then he laughed a little. "Now? I couldn't say. If she's the type to hold a grudge, then bad ones, for those are the sorts of terms we left on, unfortunately."

[skilledwithwords]

Levy sighed. "Not saying you did anything but what happened? I really want both of you at this party. David said he wanted you to come too but I don't really want either of you to have a bad time."

She knew that Ted would have a wonderful time no matter what, she was really just worried about Lucy. She has had a hard time lately and the point of this was for Levy to make it better, not worse.

[youfool]

"Mm. Well, I probably did do something. I wanted to discuss about her bout between Dracula, and made a comment about Natsu and she being lovers. This she found preternaturally upsetting. When I tried to steer the conversation back towards whether there were any evidence other than their testimonies, she replied in the negative, then exited just as negatively. I believe I apologized to her for it, but it didn't stick.

Suppose I should apologize to you too. You probably warned me not to mention their relationship, but truthfully it seemed obvious even before you told me about Fairy Tail's history."

This was tough. On the one hand, he always wanted to go to parties, especially with friends. On the other hand, he didn't want to be a source of chaos. But they were adults, weren't they? Blonde, true, but adults just the same. "If it comes down between us, then choose her. You've been friends longer, it's only natural." He'd still feel pretty bummed out about it, but stay strong, big guy.

[skilledwithwords]

Levy put her face in her hands after Ted admits to what they fought about. The truth was she'd probably never get that from Lucy, at least not in those exact words. Levy loved that Ted was so blunt about things, she never had to guess what he was thinking.

There was a long moment of silence before Levy looks up at Ted with a smile.

"You shouldn't have said that. It wasn't very nice." Expect that Levy was smiling, it all made sense now. "I really want you to come. You're one of my close friends Ted." In case he wasn't aware of that.

"But try not to say anything to her about that. They are very close but not like that..." She rolled her eyes to indicate sex. "Can I ask for tact?" Levy really wanted him to come.

[VIDEO] to [PRIVATE TEXT!]

[aphotic_auror]

Oh really?! A proper Christmas party? I mean: sure, I'd really LIKE that...

That is to say, of course, I wouldn't feel right attending without a gift for the hosts, of some sort... So tell me, do you drink? I mean, I've seen you mainly on the job, of course, and so.... I don't know what you drink, or even if you drink.....

Liquor, that is to say... I know that all organic creatures actually use MOISTURE of some sort, to survive...

[PRIVATE TEXT!]

[skilledwithwords]

[Levy's laughing but since it's text~]

Why don't you come over and we can talk about it? Besides I could use some help coming up with decorations and I need to pick out the perfect tree. Then decorating the perfect tree.

Might as well start now right?

Audio - Placeholder

[deathsought]

This is Zeref. I won't be available for the next week or so. I will reply to all messages at my first opportunity.

...

And if that's you, Suigintou, don't make a mess of the place. Please.

{ The message appears to be pre-recorded. The background noise includes the sounds of passing cars, suggesting he was in Genessia City when it was recorded. }

[PRIVATE TEXT!]

[aphotic_auror]

Don't worry, Levy; Maria's laughing, too!


The "perfect tree" would definitely NOT be those Yew trees outside the archway between Fayren and Everglade, of course; but then: you probably knew that, didn't you?

Anyway, I don't think I can leave the office just yet-- not till Porrim retires for the evening, at least... Unless, of course, we want to lose our Guardian dead on the floor of the office, in the morning...

No, she does NOT notice Levy lurking in the corner, taking NOTES on the "pro-women" conversation that is currently ongoing between the three others of the office!

[PRIVATE TEXT!]

[skilledwithwords]

[Levy laughs.]

It'll be fine. It's always like this.

[youfool]

"I know, I know. I still don't understand it. I mean, if someone said you and I were lovers, I'd have thought--well, never mind. You asked for tact, you shall have it. One only needs to touch a sore spot once to know better, like Minesweeper.

And thank you; the feeling's mutual. I'm looking forward to it."

[skilledwithwords]

Levy raised an eyebrow at his explain but then let it pass. It didn't really bother her so much, unless it were to happen on a regular biases but she knew that it was a topic that Lu-chan was sensitive about.

"I'm sure you have things you don't want to talk about too." As often as Ted did talk Levy was sure that he didn't share all of this thoughts. Him and Porrim might fight more if that happened which was also why she knew that Ted had tact at all.

"But It'll be nice to have you there. I know David wanted to invite you too."

[gammavirginis]

I will definitely make it.

[skilledwithwords]

Great!

[She'd be very sad if Porrim doesn't make it.]

[Video]

[azaleafae]

A holiday party?

[Which was curious, because December was the only month without a holiday in Sornieth.]

What kind of holiday is it?

Video

[celestial_wizard]

Sounds like fun! [ And god knows she needs non stressful things in her life about now. ]

I probably won't be able to stay long, but you know I'll put in an appearance.

Video

[skilledwithwords]

I'm glad!

[She is hoping that Lucy comes and enjoys herself. It was the original point of her throwing the party.]

I'm going to have food and karaoke set up. Do you think that will be enough?

[Levy's basing this on Fairy Tail parties and she isn't sure if having alcohol is a good idea. She wants her house to remain standing come morning.]

[Video]

[skilledwithwords]

It's called Christmas but everyone has different Holidays around the solstice. It's also the shortest day of the year, at least where I'm from.

There are a lot of different traditions including presents!

[Which Levy plans to try and get something for everyone.]

[Video]

[innocent_royal]

"I'll be happy to attend the party. Do I need to wear anything specific or bring something to your party?"

[Video]

[skilledwithwords]

You don't have too. I'm going to set up food and drink and things to do and have presents.

[She laughs a little.]

It might be unhelpful but bring what you want. I have everything we need.

[Video]

[innocent_royal]

[Anastasia gives a nod of understanding.]

"I understand. But, what about an outfit? It is customary to dress a certain way for a party."

[Video]

[skilledwithwords]

You can dress like Santa or an Elf. I can bring you over a few Christmas stories if you'd like?

[She might get an idea then.]

Also wearing an ugly sweater is okay.

Re: Video

[celestial_wizard]

Ah... it depends on how many people you invited. I mean... it's fine for a regular party, but...

[ For a Fairy Tail party, it was kind of under the requirement of madness. But she wouldn't want Levy's house to get leveled either. ]

[Video]

[innocent_royal]

[Now she was baffled a bit.]

"Yes, I'll read some Christmas stories. I don't know what a Santa is."