Happy Birthday Ami-chan!

[faithfulflame]

Who: Ami Mizuno and Friends
What: A very special birthday party!
When: September 10th
Where: Union, Hikawa Shrine


[It'd been a lot of effort to get all of this together, but secrecy was basically impossible so Rei and company had given up on making Ami's birthday party a surprise one. She was just too sharp, and it would've taken the poker face of a Rock type to manage any sort of secrets from her, so Rei'd just convinced Aurora and Madame Curie to get her out of the way so they could get things set up without having her fuss too much.

The decor was simple, but fitting. A lot of the flame motifs around the shrine had been covered over with watery patterns, and everything was set up around the central fountain. Soft blue light flooded the late summer twilight as many paper lanterns were covered over with cerulean paper to subtly tint everything the proper shade. Several tables and chairs were set up, one for gifts, one for food, and the remainder for guests to sit and eat. Cheerful music played throughout the courtyard on Rei's phonograph, classical pieces with a bit of modern flare, much like Ami herself.

And the food. Oh, the food. Enlisting the help of friends she'd gotten together quite a spread. Fish, steamed vegetables, dumplings, sweets, soups, a small feast all set out for the taking. There was also a sizable drink selection too. Juices, a few kinds of sodas, an interesting Calderan pepper-drink, and even a few light wines.

Basically, Rei had probably gone a little overboard, but it was a party!

OOC: Assume your character was invited if they have CR in any way with Ami! It's a party! Feel free to tag around and mingle, put up your own top level, however you want!

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The birthday girl

[allergictoloveletters]

[If anyone were to ask, Ami would actually admit she'd forgotten it was going to be her birthday until Rei had her Luxray and Lapras promptly take her away so they could decorate for said birthday she had forgotten. But now she was back, and she was blushing deeply.

All these people were here for her? She was honestly surprised, and very flattered. She looked to her next guest, still purple in the face.]

Thank you so much for coming, this is very sweet of you.

[faithfulflame]

[Rei wasn't about to let Ami's birthday pass by without comment. Her 18th birthday, at that. Yes, she'd blown off her own, but that wasn't nearly so important as this. And she approaches towards the back of the line to give Ami time to greet all her guests.]

Of course I did, dear. I couldn't not, you know.

[allergictoloveletters]

[She linked their hands and leaned over, kissing Rei chastely, though the smile was on her lips even before she pulled away.]

You've outdone yourself. This is more than I could ever ask for.

[faithfulflame]

[Rei returns that kiss with one on both of Ami's cheeks.]

It's a small thing, but I'm very glad you like it dear. I only wish I could've managed a surprise party, but you're too clever for that.

[allergictoloveletters]

It's not small to me. Before you and Usagi and the others, I never really celebrated beyond something small with mother.

I really do appreciate it. [She linked their hands.] And well, clever, perhaps, but I'm really okay with this too. That you did it at all means a lot to me. Goodness, I can't believe I'm eighteen!

[rainsrespite]

[This wasn't really Yuuna's scene, but you know, she wasn't going to miss Ami's birthday. She didn't really intend to stick around too long but she couldn't just skip out. That would've been pretty crappy of her, honestly.

So, up she wanders with her Ranger jacket slung over one shoulder, and bends down from her newfound height to hug the birthday girl.]

Wouldn't dream of missing it, sweetie. You're what, fifty now?

[Cheeky grin!]

[allergictoloveletters]

There is absolutely nothing wrong with becoming older, in fact, it merely shows that knowledge has been gained in a way age may never allow. [She was getting better at taking a joke, but she was taking it literal so as to ruin it's effect.]

Still, if I'm now suddenly fifty, what does that make you, Yuuna? [She teased back.]

[rainsrespite]

Me? [Yuuna laughs, thumping her chest and sending up a few sparks.]

Thirteen, obviously. Since I just got my Enlightened abilities. I must be a teenager.

[Though, she's actually twenty three.]

[allergictoloveletters]

When an Enlightened first awakens is never a definite thing, Yuuna. Sometimes they know as early as birth, sometimes it takes even longer than what you experienced. There is nothing wrong with not evolving right away.

[She smiles.]

All the same, I like the idea of us knowing each other for that long.

[a_gentle_boy]

Hi! Um.

[It is probably only as awkward as he makes it and after a moment, Lucas takes a breath and plunges ahead.]

You're Miss Ami, right? Happy birthday! I... This is for you!

[He thrusts a small box in her general direction while blushing furiously.]

[allergictoloveletters]

[Ami took the gift and smiled warmly.]

Yes, that's right. I'm Dr. Ami Mizuno. You're an acquaintance of Rei, right? [She gave a tiny bow of her head.]

You're very sweet to give this to me.

[a_gentle_boy]

Mm-hm. Miss Rei and I met...

[Actually, he can't quite remember when they met anymore.]

A while ago. She had asked for advice for something through the Warp Bands, I think.

But you must be the Dr. Ami she was asking for that one time at the Medical Center! I've seen you around, too.

[allergictoloveletters]

Well, you're very kind to help her. I'm sure you gave her very good advice.

I suppose I must be! [She laughed, she was the only Ami at the center.] Well, not as my patient, so were you visiting?

[child_of_luv]

Happy birthday!

[Minako gave Ami a warm hug.]

It looks great in here. You didn't do all this yourself, though, did you?

[allergictoloveletters]

Minako-chan! [She hugged Minako back, happy at receiving such open affection even as she was still getting used to doing it.]

No, no. I didn't do any of it, Rei convinced Aurora and Madame Curie to drag me out of the shrine. I was only allowed back an hour or so ago. We went for a swim, actually.

[child_of_luv]

[Minako brightened up.]

Oh, wow. She did a wonderful job. It's so pretty.

It's nice that she did it for you.

[allergictoloveletters]

It is, but you and the others have always been sweet enough to do things like this for me. First the beach party and now this. You are all so incredible for doing this.

We'll have to figure out something fun for your birthday soon, it's next month, after all! [And to think, they had all only known each other for a year!]

[celebrity_commentator]

Happy birthday, Ami!

[Rise looks around, impressed, at the decorating job.]

Someone really went all-out here. Did Rei do all this?

[allergictoloveletters]

Rise-san! Thank you so much for coming!

And not all by herself, she had assistance, but it is incredible, I completely agree. But it's also very sweet of you to come yourself. How did the dinner date go?

[celebrity_commentator]

Asemu was a wonderful gentleman, as usual. Even if he didn't like my food to begin with. Sorry he couldn't make it, but he's been a lot busier with family stuff lately.

[allergictoloveletters]

No no, it is quite alright, we still have that double dinner date together, I will hopefully see him then. I'm glad things are going so well for the both of you, Rise-san!

You know, I forgot to ask in all that's been going on, and I do apologize, have you gotten back into radio like you initially considered?

I am the latest ever

[toxicrevenger]

[Pamela successfully convinced her family to forego throwing a celebration for her birthday this year in light of the fact that her second evolution didn't look quite so dramatically different than her first one and thus there was no need to show off. But honestly, she'd been occupied with work and it was nice to not have to worry about social events.

This one, however...this was Ami's birthday and she considered Ami a friend. Therefore, she made an effort to attend.]

Did you think I would do otherwise?

But still so glad to see you~

[allergictoloveletters]

Pamela-san! [She smiled as she saw the older woman and bowed low, before moving into a hug. She was careful not to be too rough as they still had yet to make an antivenin for Pamela.]

I'm really glad you came. With everything going on, I feel like it's been far too long since we saw each other.

[toxicrevenger]

[That antivenin was elusive and Pamela almost had to wonder if her body's toxins were somehow evolving to counter their efforts. Either way, for now just wearing gloves and being mindful of close contact seemed to be the best solution.]

It definitely has. When I'm not out with my Pokemon getting some sun, I've been practically buried in lab work lately.

[Basil her Roserade confirms this with a little nod. Everything about his body language indicates that he does not approve of the amount of work Pamela's been doing lately.]

[allergictoloveletters]

Well you know, then perhaps we should take a day off and go to the beach. You get your sun, I get to be around water. [And it would keep her mind off the fact that her significant other was going to Sanctuary without her.]