Hey-- [a beat of pause. there's just the tiniest bit of awkward, but he brushes it off] Are you doing anything for Xion's birthday?
[and, a little while later, OPEN but FILTERED FROM Xion]
Xion's birthday is today! I wanted to know if any of her friends wanted to help me put together a party for her tonight. You don't have to help, of course; all of her friends can come. --And anyone who feels like wishing her a happy birthday, I guess.
I've never tried to put together a party before, so I could use any help I can get. Does anyone have any advice?