9th Prayer: Tying the Thread [Video/Action]

[faithfulflame]

[Today when Rei addresses the Warp Band, it's in her most formal attire, her clothing perfectly pressed and everything about her as positively lovely as can be. It's important to her to present this face to Union, for both of them. And for her family name. She didn't care much about how her father perceived it, but she didn't want to make trouble within the Council either. It might make things harder on Ninetales Vale, and she couldn't have that. She had responsibilities, and she had her reasons, and to be honest? She wanted to look good for the announcement.

Clearing her throat, hands folded out of view, Rei speaks in a solemn voice.]

Good afternoon, everyone. This is Rei Hino, High Priestess of Hikawa Shrine and daughter-heir of Councilman Takashi Hino. I know it's been some time since I actually broadcast anything, but something happened to me a few days ago. I've been trying to process all of it, to sort out my thoughts. As many of you know, Ami Mizuno and I have been courting one other for some time now.

[She takes a breath, lets it out, and stares significantly at the camera.]

That chapter of our lives has now come to a close. We are no longer dating.

[Lowering her eyes, Rei smiles a wispy little smile and raises her hand to show off a ring.]

We are engaged to be married, and plan to do so within the next year. I want to thank each and every one of you for your support during our courtship, and for your continued support during the transition. It brings joy to my heart knowing that some of you took time out of your day to help her with her proposal plan.

[Her eyes flick up, her lips peeling back in the happiest smile she's ever given in any sort of public appearance. It's as much a dig at a certain someone as it is an expression of genuine delight.]

Thank you for listening, and Happy Salvation to all of you.

[Closing down the feed, Rei lets out a breath and awaits the inevitable flood of visitors, neighbors and callers. It's going to be a busy day.]

((ooc: Ami may threadjack threads here and there, and Rei can be found in Hikawa Shrine if you'd prefer in person interactions.))

Comments

video;

[encouragetomorrow]

Yeah, sure, I can do that. Gimme half an hour to close up the shop for a bit, and I can come by!

video;

[faithfulflame]

Thank you, Honoka-chan.

gently makes this action;

[encouragetomorrow]

[And true to her word, just over half an hour later, here's Honk turning up at the Shrine.]

Rei...?

gently accepts

[faithfulflame]

[She's greeted not by Rei initially, but by a small brown and orange Pokemon that comes bounding out with a mrowwww! It starts pacing around Honoka, trying to be menacing and failing so, so completely...]

action;

[encouragetomorrow]

[Oh! She misinterprets the menacing behavior and drops into a crouch smiling, reaching out to maybe pet it.]

Hello.

[faithfulflame]

[The Pokemon growls but stops when she holds out a hand...and blinks. Pettings? PETTINGS!

And that's about when Rei turns up.]

I see you've met James. Hopefully he didn't bite...

[encouragetomorrow]

[Rei turns up just as Honoka sets a hand against James' back and smooths her fingers against his fur. She smiles up at her.]

Nope! Is he a biter?

[She looks back to James with a grin.]

[faithfulflame]

He can be. He's a protective little guy.

[But not with scritches and rubs on the line...]

Anyway. Would you like to come in? I did want to ask you something. And it's very cold.

[encouragetomorrow]

[She crooks her fingers and scritches him gently, almost like she knew what to except.]

Aww, cute. And sure-- it is cold, isn't it.

[faithfulflame]

I think it is. [She shrugs.] I don't feel cold anymore.

[Benefits of being...well...fire.

The door slides open and she sits on a cushion, waving a few fires to life.]

Tea? Or hot chocolate?

I'M LATE PLEASE KILL ME

[encouragetomorrow]

[Blink.] That must be handy.

[She steps inside and smiles at the fires roaring to life, settling herself on another cushion.]

Hmmm, hot chocolate. I'll be predictable.

/uses Finger of Death

[faithfulflame]

[A smile.]

Alright.

[And since she's predictable, Rei will just flat out say it while she starts preparing the drink.]

When I have my wedding? I want you to be in it. One of my bridesmaids.

oh noooOOOO no the finger of deathhhh

[encouragetomorrow]

[SHOUTS QUIETLY.]

[And clamps her hands over her mouth when she does.]

Omigosh. Oh-- gosh-- Rei that-- I'd be honored--

[faithfulflame]

Then please, do that for me.

[She bows her head politely.]

I'd be glad to have you in my wedding.

[encouragetomorrow]

[She clasps her hands in front of her instead, bowing forward in response.]

I'd be happy to.