Sollux Captor Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 Vivi showed the rings to the girl at the counter as she smiled. "Oh, are these for your girlfriend?" Vivi blushed heavily, "G-Girlfriend?!" "No need to be shy. You probably haven't even told her you like her yet. Hoping this will help you in asking?" Vivi glanced down, not bothering to correct her that it wasn't for a girl. "...Yeah." The woman smiled, such a cute thing, made her wonder what kind of person could capture his heart. "For you, I'll give you a special price. Just give me 50 gil, and they're yours." "R-Really? But it was so much..." "Not very many people get married in this city, these are a pair of wedding bands, but you seem rather fond of them, and they'll just sit on the shelf collecting dust otherwise. How about it, sweetie?" Vivi had a little smile, as he offered her his share of the money that had been split between him, Zidane and Steiner while they were traveling through the fields and caves together. "Here you are then. I hope she says yes." Vivi held the small bag that had the rings in them, as he headed out of the store, his cheeks a dark red... he hoped Zidane would say yes... if he got himself to say it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Fire Posted November 6, 2011 Author Share Posted November 6, 2011 Some time later, Zidane had flustered himself by asking Dagger about the airship cruise, despite having had asked another girl that. With a sigh, he suddenly grinned. "Okay, how about this?" he offered. "If I get first place in tomorrow's hunting festival, you and me'll go out on a date!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sollux Captor Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 "How does that have anything to do with me?" She found Zidane had nearly lost his balance before straightening himself up, and begging her a bit. She sighed... Steiner wasn't going to like this, but he wasn't giving her much choice. "Fine." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Fire Posted November 6, 2011 Author Share Posted November 6, 2011 The blond's face seemed to shine when the princess gave in. "Yes!" he cheered. "Okay, it's a date!" Having said that, he raced off, leaving Dagger to go register for the Festival. On his way though, he had a sudden thought. Maybe... yes... I think I should sign Vivi up too. It'd be a great way to boost his confidence! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sollux Captor Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 It was near afternoon the following day, the Festival was going to begin in a few hours. Vivi was walking with Zidane from the Inn towards the shops to make sure he was equipped. Vivi was looking inside the cases that held some of the weapons, his eyes seeming to gleam as he was looking at a staff that looked like it was made of ice. It looked almost like the Lightning Staff he had seen while looking at the weapon shops from where he grew up. But back then, he couldn't afford anything... barely had enough to feed himself and his grandpa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Fire Posted November 7, 2011 Author Share Posted November 7, 2011 Zidane was busy whispering to the shopkeeper, who grinned and walked over to the case. "See something you like?" the shopkeeper asked. "Ah... that staff... it is a beaut... and guess what? It's yours." Unlocking the case, he smirked and handed the staff to Vivi. "Already been paid for, kid..." he chuckled. "Your friend bought it for you." The shopkeeper gestured over to Zidane, who gave a smile and winked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sollux Captor Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Vivi looked at the Ice Staff as it was set in his hands, as he looked over at Zidane, finding out that he had paid for it just for him. He smiled, as Zidane was getting the weapons he would need to make a Butterfly Sword at the Synth shop. "Thank you, Zidane..." He replied, having a blush hidding under his hat, as well as a smile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Fire Posted November 7, 2011 Author Share Posted November 7, 2011 Zidane's smile widened, and he nodded. "No problem, Vivi..." he said softly. "C'mon... let's go get my sword... and we'll head back, okay?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sollux Captor Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Vivi nodded, as he followed beside him, having his new staff against his hip. "What is the Festival of the Hunt about anyway? I heard people talking about it before while I was exploring the city." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Fire Posted November 7, 2011 Author Share Posted November 7, 2011 The blond glanced over at the younger mage, giving a slight grin. "The Festival of the Hunt..." he began. "Monsters are released through the town, through all districts and we have twelve minutes to eliminate as many as possible, getting points from each victory. The winner gets a prize." Passing the weapons to the synthesist, Zidane watched and waited for the sword to be complete, though now and then, he did catch glances of Vivi looking happily at his new staff. I think he'll do great this festival. Well, at least I signed him up for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sollux Captor Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 "So you kill things for sport? I usually have a hard enough time killing things while in the middle of a fight..." Vivi looked up at him, resting his arms on the counter, watching as they were melting the two weapons together in order to make something better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Fire Posted November 7, 2011 Author Share Posted November 7, 2011 Giving a wide smile, Zidane nodded. "Yeah..." he said softly. "It's kinda fun, and hones one's skills." It wasn't too long before Zidane had his new blade, the Butterfly Sword. "Wow..." he murmured, as he held it. "This is nice..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sollux Captor Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Vivi's eyes seemed to sparkle a bit. "Wow... that is a beautiful sword..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Fire Posted November 7, 2011 Author Share Posted November 7, 2011 The boy nodded and gave a soft chuckle. "It'll be a good sword to use in the Festival of the Hunt..." he said. "Speaking of which, we better head back. The festival should be starting soon." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sollux Captor Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Vivi nodded, and followed beside him. "Where do I go while the tournament is going on?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Fire Posted November 7, 2011 Author Share Posted November 7, 2011 With a strange smile, Zidane shrugged. "They'll tell you where to go..." the blond cryptically responded. "It's different every year." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sollux Captor Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Vivi looked a little confused. "Is it?" He watched as Zidane headed on ahead. "Zidane, wait for me!" He called, hurrying after them. ---- Freya was waiting in the guest room of the castle. Once Zidane arrived, they would be briefed about rhe rules, and then the Hunt would begin. Dagger was listening as Steiner said they should go watch the festival as she sighed. She wasn't excited about going, but she wasn't disappointed. She used to watch the Festival all the time with her dad and Uncle Cid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Fire Posted November 7, 2011 Author Share Posted November 7, 2011 Arriving back and apologising for the wait, Zidane listened as the rules were read out. When hearing that Freya would take an Add-on, Zidane chuckled softly. "Simple..." he said. "I'll take Gil all the way!" The Elite Guard nodded, before turning to Vivi. Zidane tensed slightly. "Okay..." he confirmed. "...and you, Mr Vivi?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sollux Captor Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Vivi looked a little startled as the guard had turned to him and ask when he wanted for a prize. Freya had her eyes narrowed in Zidane's direction. "What?! Me? B.. But I never signed up..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Fire Posted November 7, 2011 Author Share Posted November 7, 2011 Rubbing the back of his head sheepishly, Zidane glanced nervously at Vivi. "Um..." he mumbled. "I thought you would do pretty well, so I signed you up. Don't worry. With your black magic, it'll be a piece of cake." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sollux Captor Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Vivi bit his lip when Zidane told him that he had signed him up for the Festival. Was that why he bought the Ice Staff for him? "Zidane... I... I don't think I can..." "That was very inconsiderate of you, Zidane." Freya folded her arms, glancing off, though secretly plotting how this would help her get those two together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Fire Posted November 7, 2011 Author Share Posted November 7, 2011 Zidane looked a little shamed, but suddenly gave a grin. "Oh!" he exclaimed, before whispering to the mage. "How about this? If you win, I'll fix you up for a date with Dagger." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sollux Captor Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Vivi blushed heavily. "M-Me and the Princess---?!" He got no further than that when Zidane clamped his hands over his mouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Fire Posted November 7, 2011 Author Share Posted November 7, 2011 "Shhh!" Zidane hissed softly. "Keep it down!" Steiner's eyes narrowed. "What was that!?" he demanded. "You just mentioned the princess. What evil deeds are you plotting now!?" Zidane rolled his eyes. "It's nothing..." he said innocently. "Right, Vivi?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sollux Captor Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Dagger folded her arms, looking down at the two boys. Vivi blushed heavily. "Yeah..." After hearing the question get repeated again, Vivi glanced over, trying to think of a prize he would actually want... aside from a certain tailed male. "Um... I'll take a Card." After seeming a little withdrawn about Vivi's choice of a prize, they were given their starting points. Zidane was to start in the Theatre District, Freya in the Industrial, and Vivi in the Business. Vivi was following beside them, as he looked up at Zidane. "Zidane... I don't want a date with the princes... I-I want a... d-date with... you..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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