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Jeanne Fránçaix (fleur_de_glorie) wrote in marinasylum,
@ 2011-07-01 22:42:00

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jeanne francaix, ribbons almark

[ Log | Closed ] Tonight we walk on water
DATE: Day 121, evening
INVOLVED: fleur_de_glorie and arcanesansnom
ACTIVITY: An innocent nighttime picnic, to discuss Prom preparations and... stuff.
RATING: T for Teenage girl ambitions

Jeanne had her work cut out for her tonight! Acumen surprised her by announcing festivities for today, so there was no way to set anything up earlier. On the other hand, it gave her the perfect opportunity which she wasn't about to waste. The more Jeanne would dwell on it, the more she was certain she had to say something now that he was back. Why risk losing a chance this second time?

First was the call to ensure Ribbons could set some time aside for her today. Even though she said this was primarily to brainstorm a new potential party, that's not the only reason she called him out.

Next came a brief respite at the beach, as she figured Saya would be there for the food. She had been right, but her timing had been somewhat... unfortunate. It didn't keep her from enjoying a couple of rounds of volleyball, though! But that meant she had to go home and change completely and shower to get all the sand out of her hair and that always takes her forever and then she was indecisive about the outfit and would too much makeup be too obvious and what about that sun-dress but the sun won't be out so maybe something heavier and argh!

Jeanne finally settled on a cute daisy-print dress and a matching hairband, opting out of the curls this time, leaving her hair down in golden, wavy layers that she isn't quite sure she likes. It's probably time for a trim soon... but not today! She has to gather up all the supplies and go set the scene next.

In the park she laid out a checkered blanket right under a tree, with several books to weight it down, a basket of goodies in the center, and a none-too-bright lamp that hung from a low branch. She has some time before he arrives, and getting all of this together on relatively short notice took a bit out of her. (It doesn't help that she didn't sleep too well the night before, but that's not going to stop her!) The fireflies were just so delightful, too. Her eyelids became heavy and she found herself dozing gently as she sat with her back against the trunk of the tree.

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fleur_de_glorie
2011-07-10 04:31 pm UTC (link)

"But that was easy! It's just one piece of an outfit. It's not--" she gestures to the notepad. "--all that. A lot more people will see it."

"Mm, I know Jennifer! I thought about going to her first, but maybe she's a little tired of organizing things?" A weak excuse, as her reasons are more selfish than that. Jeanne takes a sip of tea and sighs, turning so she can lean her head back against his shoulder as she looks up toward the light tied to the branch above.

"...I never got to finish school, so I never would have made it to a real prom back home. I guess that's why I'm so excited to tackle this project."

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arcanesansnom
2011-07-10 09:11 pm UTC (link)

"You do have a point. Still..."

He made notes as he went along, as if organizing his 'report' for the people concerned. "I would understand, but I certainly hope not! But ah, I suppose we can keep this for now -- I did leave her to organize the Yule Ball..."

He then looked at her. "It is quite a marking occasion for young ladies. I am only glad that you will now get this opportunity. And I do find it thoughtful of you to think of sharing this with those who have not had the chance to attend such a prom.

"I will make sure to make the occasion worthwhile."

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fleur_de_glorie, 2011-07-10 10:17 pm UTC

	arcanesansnom 2011-07-10 11:01 pm UTC (link)
	He was able to pick up on 'subtle' enough. But showing that outright isn't very fun~ "Why yes of course~! I don't think you'd have any kind of trouble finding one." (Reply to this)

	Just noticed I didn't reply to the entry /derp fleur_de_glorie 2011-07-11 02:45 am UTC (link)
	A little dejected, his words unwittingly hitting home in a different manner. She draws her legs up to her chest and wraps her arms around them. "You'd be surprised..." (Reply to this)

	pfff it's okay~ X3;; arcanesansnom 2011-07-11 05:05 am UTC (link)
	Oh but what was that? He reached out a hand to place on her shoulder. "Now where did that smile go, Jeanne?" He then offered a smile. He had a lot of fun with her when they had gone out to the club one time. "I can go with you, if you like." (Reply to this)

	fleur_de_glorie 2011-07-12 02:04 am UTC (link)
	A fun time she had to go and mess up in the end. She didn't turn around just yet, echoing a few of his words right back. "But you'll probably have no problems finding a date of your own." (Reply to this)

	arcanesansnom 2011-07-12 02:41 am UTC (link)
	"Hm." Maybe so, he thinks as he inwardly sighs. Humans are such complicated, fickle creatures. "Oh but nothing is ever so easy. Looking for one is just half of the way. Actually finding one is another. "I want to go with someone," 'I can go with you...' "but I would need an answer." '... if you like.' (Reply to this)

	/icon change fleur_de_glorie 2011-07-12 05:08 am UTC (link)
	The slowly turns her head his way, expression uncharacteristically meek. "...you mean it?" Poor girl needs to stop aiming so high; all this pressure doesn't help her at all when she misses. (Reply to this)

	arcanesansnom 2011-07-12 08:23 am UTC (link)
	"I do." A simple statement, as he looked at her, eyes only on her. Perhaps this was the better alternative to having her suddenly try and kiss him again. "May I then have the pleasure and honor of taking you to the prom, Jeanne?" (Reply to this) (Thread)

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fleur_de_glorie, 2011-07-12 03:17 pm UTC

	arcanesansnom 2011-07-12 06:41 pm UTC (link)
	Ribbons let out a surprised noise at the unmistakable sound of a head getting an impact. He first picked up the light and made sure to switch it back on, before standing up with it, to check on Jeanne. "My~ I should perhaps word my requests differently. Are you alright?" He then looks her head over, just in case there was something that would need patching up. (Reply to this)

	Make me retag next time I do that? ;; fleur_de_glorie 2011-07-13 01:07 am UTC (link)
	She gives up a sheepish laugh. "I'm okay. It's just a little bump!" Jeanne pulls her hand away and smiles up rather dumbly at him. "Lana always said I had a hard head... even though I know she didn't mean literally." (Reply to this)

	Sure! o7 arcanesansnom 2011-07-13 03:41 am UTC (link)
	"Well! You are smiling and recalling something a friend of yours has said, so I will take your word for it!" Ribbons then hung the lamp, but this time on a slightly higher branch. It ended up a little off the center, but he supposed it will not cause any more bumps. "Would you need help in picking out a dress, or would you rather surprise me?" (Reply to this)

	fleur_de_glorie 2011-07-13 04:15 am UTC (link)
	Now she laughs easily. "I guess that means I won't need the robots checking me out." Said with a wink, once he sat back down. "Hmm, I think I definitely want to surprise you,... unless you want to match?" Which could be cute, but she doesn't want to pressure him. What if people got the wrong idea? ~~That would be tragic.~~ (Reply to this)

	arcanesansnom 2011-07-13 09:47 am UTC (link)
	"While they are quite capable, their touch is far from gentle." That got a bit of laughter out of him. "That is quite the cute idea my dear, but it might look as if we are entering a ballroom dance competition~ "However! There is a tradition in promenades -- would you know about corsages?" (Reply to this)

	fleur_de_glorie 2011-07-13 09:13 pm UTC (link)
	The first idea causes her to blush a bit. "And then I'd get called out for being a teacher's pet, probably." Then she blinked over at him, with a slow nod of her head. "You mean the tiny bouquet... right?" (Reply to this)

	arcanesansnom 2011-07-14 08:29 am UTC (link)
	How so very amusing~! And he nodded. "Yes. I think I would like your corsage to match with my boutonnière~" He was hoping that Jeanne had done a bit of homework with regards to prom traditions. (Reply to this)

	fleur_de_glorie 2011-07-14 03:07 pm UTC (link)
	Only a tiny bit. She can buy herself time to do some more reading, though! Coyly, as if this wasn't her idea to begin with: "Hmm, well we're getting ahead of ourselves. The dance isn't even a sure thing yet. Everyone else needs to get on board first!" (Reply to this)

	arcanesansnom 2011-07-14 03:16 pm UTC (link)
	"True enough -- then I suppose the ball should start rolling once Euphie and the Student Council are in the know." Before he decided to cap his pen, "Is there anything else we need to discuss?" (Reply to this)

	fleur_de_glorie 2011-07-14 05:10 pm UTC (link)
	"I hope so!" She sounds upbeat, unable to think of a good reason why they wouldn't want this to happen. "Need to, no..." Though now she's unsure, having gotten thoroughly sidetracked by the actual reason for this little get-together. (Reply to this)

	arcanesansnom 2011-07-14 06:30 pm UTC (link)
	The pen is then capped and the notebook tucked back into his basket. There was still food and tea left... "Would you mind if we stayed a little longer? I really do not recall the last time I have seen fireflies." (Reply to this)

	fleur_de_glorie 2011-07-14 06:49 pm UTC (link)
	"Of course not, Ribbons." Going for some more of that tea now, actually. "We can stay as long as you need." Looking out over the field, she sighed a bit. "I wonder if Acumen will keep these around for longer..." (Reply to this)

	arcanesansnom 2011-07-14 07:19 pm UTC (link)
	"When I had asked for the pond, I had specifically requested for fireflies to appear in the warm evenings -- as for this kind of display where they seem to fill the dome, I am not so certain. "It just for tonight, I suppose. Just for the Summer Solstice celebrations." (Reply to this)

	fleur_de_glorie 2011-07-14 07:21 pm UTC (link)
	"I didn't know that! I haven't even been by the pond, yet..." Something she really should rectify. "The system likes its little holidays. I don't mind, but I wonder why." (Reply to this)

	We're on page 2, ftw. arcanesansnom 2011-07-15 03:38 am UTC (link)
	"I highly recommend passing by around sundown -- one can still see the fishes and the fireflies gradually appear as the colors of the sky change." Idly picked up a croque monsieur. "Something to entertain us, most likely." (Reply to this)

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fleur_de_glorie
2011-07-15 04:55 am UTC (link)

"It sounds pretty. I'll have to do that." It might be better with company, of course, but she keeps that to herself for the time being.

"Acumen doesn't want a bunch of unruly, bored inmates, I guess." Sighing, she stretched her arms up above her head. "If there's one thing I hated about the brig, it was the lack of things to do." A pause. "And no showers. What kind of treatment is that, anyway?"

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