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[mythmaker]

Everyone...! I did it!

[When Azusa addresses the network, she looks equal parts breathless and excited. It looks like she's been doing hard work, but really it's all been phone calls. So many phone calls!]

Goodness...I didn't think it was possible, but I found the perfect place for it...isn't that wonderful?

[Offscreen, her Moogle, Wendy, informs her that they have no idea what she's talking about. Azusa blinks and refocuses.]

My, my...I'm getting ahead of myself. Everyone, I found a wonderful place for a holiday party. It was tricky to get permission to use it, but we managed in the end. It's in Tark Varentain so it's a little far away, but when you see it you'll understand.

[She chuckles to herself.]

There's so much I'll need to do. Decorating, drinks, food...it looks like I'm going to be a little more fast-paced than usual this month, doesn't it? Ah, Wendy, maybe we should have a gift exchange, too?

["You're getting ahead of yourself again, kupo! Stay focused!" comes exasperatedly from off-camera. Azusa nods and centers herself, staring right at the camera.]

What I'm trying to say is...if it's not too much to ask...will you all spend New Year's Eve with me? Let's all take a break together~.

Comments

[mech_and_mutt]

Depends on whether you need me to punch or kick.

[One can almost hear the drum sting in their head.]

[mythmaker]

My, my. Such spirited options~. How am I ever supposed to pick?

[mech_and_mutt]

Trust me: Go for the laser cannons. They get the job done a lot faster.

[mythmaker]

But if both your hands and feet are laser canons, how are you going to hold hands with anyone, Red? You might meet someone special one day, you know~.

[mech_and_mutt]

[...

There's a protracted pause before a quiet, nervous laugh.]

We'll see.

[mythmaker]

[The pause, this nervous energy...perhaps he already has a special someone? Are they here or back home? Azusa chuckles, now determined to find out if she's right or not on another day.]

I guess so~. But if you ever need a love fortune, I'll be happy to tell one or you.

[She can't help but tease a little.]