songerein | [Semi-Open] Oh, would you look at that. It's Joshua Day.

Who: FF16s and anyone who has positive CR with Joshua is invited (friends of friends can also drop by!)
Which: Semi-Open Log
Where: Starflower Cafe!
When: Backdated to March 25th
What: Once upon a time, some people looked at a baby and said, "You are Joshua." Today, we celebrate the 29th anniversary of that occasion.
Warnings: None!

It's early evening, and the golden hour sun shines gently through the windows of the Starflower Cafe. There's a modest array of red, white, and black decorations strung from the roof and set upon the tables to catch the flickering flames of lantern centrepieces, but the overall ambience is simple and warm, reminiscent of Rosarian hospitality.

Clive and Jill extended invitations earlier in the week, emphasising that the celebration is a surprise for Joshua. Guests are encouraged to arrive early, whereupon Jill will guide them not into hiding, per se, but at least to places where they can't be spotted through the windows. Meanwhile, Clive will be escorting Joshua to the party under the pretence of treating him to a name day dinner.

As such, guests are also encouraged to surprise some JOY into Mister Phoenix Boy when the brothers arrive.

Once the excitement of the surprise subsides, all guests will receive a softly glowing phoenix feather imbued with healing dreamotion. Joshua is handing them out personally as tokens of gratitude, so come and get yours!

Early mingling will happen over the appetizer buffet, which features potato croquettes, charcuterie boards with a heavy emphasis on cheese, various veggie platters with dips, and small cups of ice cream. Or, guests can sit down and chat over dinner: a roast with all the fixings.

After dinner, everyone will be escorted outside to where a bonfire has been set up. There, guests can enjoy roasting marshmallows, s'mores, and other sweet treats over the fire while watching a fireworks show to end the night.

TL;DR it's a party. So, like, party y'all.

(Clive and Jill will be around, but they'll be busy ensuring everything goes off without a hitch, so they won't be interacting much. Please feel free to assume that introductions have happened & that everyone present has been invited to their wedding, where they will be much more present!)

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[Joshua's excitement softens with a humble shake of his head.]

I'm afraid there's nothing particularly amazing about me.

[Well, that's not entirely true. He does possess a great power, and he's not under any pretenses about what that means, but in the context of the conversation, he feels comfortable enough denying the extraordinary without feeling it's a complete lie. Otherwise, he'd feel awful deceiving such a sweet girl.]

However, I have been fortunate enough to cross paths with some truly admirable individuals. As special as this celebration is, they've made every day thus far an adventure.

Which leads me to wonder about the broader part you've played in today's festivities, Lady Lyria. If it is all right for me to ask.

[ It did not take a person who was so in tune with people's emotions to know how kind of a person Joshua was. She was grateful they were able to celebrate a moment like this for him, and although their meeting was only the beginning, she could sense how much of an impact he's made on other lives... herself included!

So with another giggle Lyria will shake her head. ]

I help run the cafe with Eustace and Tifa! They've been kind enough to allow me to stay and help them since I arrived here. [ She'll divert her attention briefly to several of the dogs waddling about. ] I made sure all the dogs were nice and groomed for the party, and helped set up some of the decorations! It wasn't much, but I'm glad I could help in some way.

[Joshua listens attentively as Lyria explains her role in the cafe and her contributions to the party. Her humility genuinely impresses him, especially considering the effort she's put into making the celebration special. She’s dedicated, that much is clear, and that deserves nothing short of respect.]

[When Joshua speaks, his tone carries a note of admiration.]

That sounds like quite the undertaking.

[He pauses for a moment, a warm smile gracing his features as he meets Lyria's gaze.]

You may think it wasn't much, but trust me, your contributions have made all the difference. We’ve only just started, but this has already been the most magical and festive nameday I've ever had, and you played a significant role in making it so.

[ She will never truly take a compliment as genuine as this, as even now the tips of her ears are beginning to turn red. So in an attempt to push down her feelings before it turns into a full out compliment war, Lyria will nod her head ever so gently. ]

Then why don't you enjoy the festivities! There's so much to do!

[ She'll exclaim before twirling behind her and picking up a small wrapped box off of a nearby table. ]

.... Like opening your gifts, of course! [ Though strangers at the time, she was not going to come to a birthday party ill-prepared! So if Joshua does choose to open the small gift he will be greeted by nice and cozy chicken slippers! Perfect for a relaxing day in! ]

[So much to do, indeed!]

[But it can wait just a little bit longer, especially after Lyria's happy display. Joshua accepts the gift with a gracious dip of his head and carefully opens the box. The delight on his face is unmistakable as he uncovers the slippers.]

[He glances back at Lyria after assessing them thoroughly. Verdict: 10/10 cute, A+, will absolutely wear while reading a good book.]

They're charming. Thank you very much.

[His gaze returns to the slippers.]

Shall I wear them now?

[He's kidding.]

[Semi-Open] Oh, would you look at that. It's Joshua Day.

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