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[ So they're Christmas shopping together, or whatever other holiday name it wants to be called. There's presents buying and Cilan and Red are together, they're gonna do this thing.
And Red's prepared, with a piece of unfolded paper in his hand that he looks down to, his hat and a scarf keeping a chunk of his face nicely covered up. Definitely prepared. Prepared for this weather, prepared for the people he probbaaabbly should and or might buy gifts for???
There's just. One thing he isn't prepared for. ]
...I've got some ideas on what I want to get, but [ a nervous glance, from the paper to around the merchant square to Cilan ] ...do you have any tips for what to get the people I don't?
[ Cilan, you're so... responsible. Help us, sensei. What's the secret. ]
[Cilan's prepared for a day of christmas shopping too, his own list on hand and a (green) hat and scarf to keep himself safe from the cold. At the question however, Cilan adjusts his scarf so that it's not covering his mouth so that he can speak.]
Well, personally I find that baked goods can be a sweet taste to offer to just about anyone, but I also think that depends on who those people are. [So...] Who are you having trouble coming up with ideas for?
[ wellll ] Do you remember that man I told you about with the companions? Oswald. [ His gaze shifts away. ] I don't know that much about him, but I like him.
[ Looking back. ] Are baked goods fine for older guys?
I don't see why they wouldn't be. [But, hm...] If I recall correctly, you said that the companions he had were similar to birds, right? Do you think he would like something that has feathers or a bird motif to it?
[Or should they stray away from anything that might remind Oswald of his "companions"...]
Well, I'll have to swing by the market to pick up some more ingredients I'll need for preparing Silver's birthday cake and some other food that I said I was going to bring to the party, but I'll save that for last. Until then, I'm perfectly happy with going wherever you want to go next.
[So, feel free to lead the way if you'd like to, Red.]
[ ah, right, the party. He looks to a street, taking a step then towards its direction. ]
There's something I need to pick up that way [ pointing! ] and there's other shops down that street too. We can go straight to the person if you don't need to buy anyone anything.
Alright. [Sure, let's get going down that street! If he sees any shops worth noting, he'll probably stop to drag Red inside one, but until then--] Should I ask what it is that you're picking up, or is it a secret?
[Is it a gift that you've got in mind for someone?]
It's not a secret. [ It's not Cilan's present, after all!! (crap, what should he get Cilan) He's got a distracted eye on a shop for a moment as they past it, the craft shops of Verens always on the more... peculiar sides of taste, a mix of emotions in the air.
Ah. Anyway. ] It's for Silver; the taller one. [ As that's the distinction we're all going for. ] I'll show you if isn't wrapped already. I let them pick an important part for it, but maybe you'll have a better idea for what looks better.
[ So it's half a secret! For just a little while longer. ]
[Let's be honest, Cilan would probably like any gift that anyone gives him. (I mean, as long as it's not something strange like an ouija board or what have you)]
Oh, excellent! [...Actually, speaking of which...] In addition to baking his birthday cake, I have considered whether or not I should get him a secondary gift, but to be honest, I haven't decided yet what it should be. There's so many different flavors to consider when it comes to choosing gifts...
[But hey, that's what we're here Christmas shopping for, right? Maybe we'll spot something that will give us an idea.]
I got lucky with this gift. [ well ] ...if he likes it, that is. To be honest, I don't really know a lot about him, or most of the people I want to get gifts for.
[ And he's hoping to maybe get some ideas about Cilan during this outing!! Slip him into a store, ask a few innocent questions... ]
I used to have the same trouble with the guy I lived next door to for the whole of my life too. It's just hard!
Mm, I agree. It can be a difficult taste prone to indecisiveness when looking for something to give as a gift for someone during special occasions like these. Even I can't say that I know for sure what would be considered a gift with the perfect flavor for some of the people I want to give presents to here...
[...But, he soon turns and flashes Red a bright, glowing smile.]
But, what I am sure of is that it's the thought that counts in the end. And the thought that there are people out there that care enough about you that they want to give you a gift to show their appreciation of the bond they have with you... that's a sweet enough taste as it is, isn't it?
So, this gift that you've picked out for Silver... no matter what it is, I'm sure that it will make him very happy.
[ Wow, Cilan; if the smile wasn't going to make Red feel rosy, those words sure enough do it. He has to look away, hand patting at the hat he's wearing to cover his head. This guy always has a way with words, doesn't he. ]
Right, [ he says, looking back at him, giving him a more smaller but just as sincere smile, ] and you shouldn't worry about what you get him either. I'm sure he'll love it whatever it is!
[ And, boosting that smile up just a smidgen: ] Especially when your food's included!
[ Because who doesn't love food? Who. But just at that moment, or just a few steps more, Red head turns to the sight of a building, a sound coming out as he looks back between it and Cilan and hurries to the door, hand motioning for him to follow him. ] In here, here we go.
[ Frames and paintings are displayed in the open window, and there's a chattering of a bell as Red opens the door, holding it for Cilan to come into a space that isn't much warmer than the outside, but cosy enough in comparison. It's a spacious area, and its decoration is of the craft it sells: frames, frames frames. All of different sizes and colours, and paintings of different styles dotted around.
Cilan can take a look around if he wants, but Red's going for the counter, telling his name to the individual on the other side and that he's here to pick up a picture that someone did, 'and they picked a frame for it too?' ]
[So yeah, Cilan's gonna check out some of these paintings over here in the corner while Red's taking care of what he needs. He seems to be particularly fond of looking at some of the sample paintings of plants and flowers, and... oh, this is a nice scenery painted over on this one. Some of the slightly more abstract art is interesting to look at too. Maybe he should get something from here too, but for who?
He'll have to think about it a little more, but otherwise he'll walk over here closer to where Red is. What kind of picture is he getting?]
[ Ah, good timing Cilan, Red was about to wave you over. ]
What do you think?
[ The worker's brought out the picture already inside the framing, left uncoloured to leave the woodwork as decoration. As for the picture, one is of a face Cilan knows well standing in the middle, Silver himself, and of two other individuals that might not be familiar, but the picture itself speaks of the relationship of them to Silver (or what it's meant to be), smiles and grins, friendly and warm.
(Not exactly like this, but with similar enough expressions on Crys and Gold) ]
That's Crys, [ Red points to the girl, then goes over to the boy ] and this one's Gold. They're his best friends from back home. Silver told me about them some time ago, and I got him to show me their faces while I held a memory petal. [ He gives a sneaky glance Cilan's way, said a little hushed there towards the end. Hopefully, Silver didn't know what was going on at all. ]
The painter's the store owner's niece, and she did the poses and everything for it! I've never bought a painting before, but isn't it great? How about the frame? Does it look okay?
[Oh, wow... Cilan's quiet for a moment, simply looking it over before he speaks.]
So these are Silver's friends back home... [They've talked about their respective lives back home once or twice before, but... usually they were about some of the troubles that they had faced or were waiting for them there. Silver hasn't really told Cilan much about the positives, like these two people depicted here with him... still, the picture gets a smile from Cilan.]
It's beautiful... not just because of the technique and the colors used, but the painter really is quite talented, being able to depict such a heart-warming friendship like this.
[And then he turns to Red, sparkling a bit more now.]
This is perfect. I can say with certainty that you have good taste when it comes to putting together special gifts for your friends.
[ Red hadn't much of an opinion of art, but for this he nods in total agreement to Cilan's initial judgments, glowing a little softly himself as he looks back to the picture. But it's that same lingering gaze that dies it back down, makes his lips twitch briefly.
But he still feels happy with the decision regardless. He gives a few more quick words to the one behind the counter ('I'll take it like that, thanks') and they begin to wrap it up in brown paper and string, as Red turns his head to Cilan, though eyes flickering between the wooden surface and the other boy. ]
I don't know about that... but I think about the people I can't see too, and sure, we have a memories, and the petals can help remember better than you can, but...
[ He trails, knowing what he was going to say. But... ]
[ A pair of eyes flick onto him in amusement for that, but Red doesn't catch it in the slightest, turning to face Cilan and his hands curled up into fists. ]
Let me get one of your brothers! I know it's not going to be a surprise, but who cares? [ A side-look to the shopowner. ] Is Anna still taking orders?
[ Always eager for them. The small exchange doesn't kill the excitement in Red's face in the slightest when he returns to the older boy. ]
My brothers? [Oh... Cilan's quiet for a moment, clearly not having expected that kind of offer.]
That may not be much of a surprise as far as gifts go, but... [There's a pause, before he smiles, though it seems a little sad.] I do think it would be nice, having a picture of them here. There is something to remember my friends by, but I don't actually have anything of my brothers here, so...
[Yeah, alright, let's do that.]
Do you suppose we should stop by the tree to try to collect a memory petal of them as a reference, or would it be alright to just show an image of them with the crystal?
The petals are easier since she can keep it there with her, and then you can take the petal back afterwards! [ Well, for as long as they last. ] Alright, let's go do it now-!
[ Except he's about to turn without even picking up the picture there on the counter, but fortunately his own head reminds him of that and paying for the frame, spinning right back round to give sorrys and to dig in for the sylvs he has ready. He should be embarrassed, but he doesn't feel an ounce of it right now, taking the parcel in his hands.
[Off we go to the tree, then! It's been a while since Cilan actually came here to purposefully seek out any memory petals, but once they arrive, he seems to be a man on a mission.]
Okay, I'm going to show you a memory that has the perfect flavor when it comes to depicting the bond between my brothers and I, like... ah, this one! [He plucks a falling memory petal out of the air and turns to show it to Red. It seems to be a glimpse of the three of them showing off--I mean, welcoming a challenger to their gym. Does Red think this would be a good reference to use?]
[ Woah, he's so into it...! Well, he's definitely got the man on a mission vibe, given that Red only really has to stand and wait and watch until a petal of fine tastes--as Cilan might like to phrase it--is put into his hands.
And it's--amazing, really, Red watching it play and being a little speechless for what it is. For one, why are they posing for, two, they're all dressed like fancy waiters... and is this the first time he's seen Cilan's brothers, too? ]
What's going on in this? Do you remember?
[ Let's just ask about that first one though, definitely intrigued. ]
This is how the three of us tend to greet people that come to see us--we want our gym to be a bold and unique flavor that sets us apart from any other gym, offering our challengers an amazing experience that they'll never be able to forget!
[And here, as the memory starts over and begins playing back again... Cilan seems to recognize where exactly this particular memory was pulled from, as he now reciting the lines said at that time along with the memory.]
"If a battle is what you desire, then your wish shall be granted!" [That was his line, as he then begins to speak along to Chili's--] "So you were a challenger! In that case, we'll be sure to greet you passionately! Like scorching fire!"
[And then, to Cress--] "No, no, I think we should attend to him coolly, like ice water."
[And then back to himself.] "In other words, this is the Striaton Gym!"
"And we--"
"As triplets--"
[And now, something that the three of them are shown saying at the same time.]
"Are the Gym Leaders! It's Showtime~!"
[And here, he even strikes the same pose as he did in the memory, sparkles galore in addition to the spotlight effect he seems to be sporting now.]
[...And then the sparkles and such disappear as he returns to a slightly more normal tone again.]
If I recall correctly, I believe this particular memory is from the day I met Ash and Iris, when the former came to challenge our gym. That was what we had greeted him with when he insisted on battling us rather than being waited upon in the dining area first...
[Has he mentioned to Red yet that his gym is also a restaurant?]
Red almost wants to clap after all that, though there's really no room to do that (both in his hands and when Cilan resumes speaking), but his shoulders shake with a small chuckle that he can't help let out, the whole re-enactment odd but too, too Cilan for Red to think anything bad about it. ]
Heh, Your gym's part of your house? That's a first.
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12/12; christmas shopping
And Red's prepared, with a piece of unfolded paper in his hand that he looks down to, his hat and a scarf keeping a chunk of his face nicely covered up. Definitely prepared. Prepared for this weather, prepared for the people he probbaaabbly should and or might buy gifts for???
There's just. One thing he isn't prepared for. ]
...I've got some ideas on what I want to get, but [ a nervous glance, from the paper to around the merchant square to Cilan ] ...do you have any tips for what to get the people I don't?
[ Cilan, you're so... responsible. Help us, sensei. What's the secret. ]
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Well, personally I find that baked goods can be a sweet taste to offer to just about anyone, but I also think that depends on who those people are. [So...] Who are you having trouble coming up with ideas for?
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[ Looking back. ] Are baked goods fine for older guys?
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[Or should they stray away from anything that might remind Oswald of his "companions"...]
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.....it isn't working very well. ] Maybe we can see what there is. There's lots of craft shops around.
[ ah, but before that ] Is there anywhere you wanna check out first?
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[So, feel free to lead the way if you'd like to, Red.]
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There's something I need to pick up that way [ pointing! ] and there's other shops down that street too. We can go straight to the person if you don't need to buy anyone anything.
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[Is it a gift that you've got in mind for someone?]
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Ah. Anyway. ] It's for Silver; the taller one. [ As that's the distinction we're all going for. ] I'll show you if isn't wrapped already. I let them pick an important part for it, but maybe you'll have a better idea for what looks better.
[ So it's half a secret! For just a little while longer. ]
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Oh, excellent! [...Actually, speaking of which...] In addition to baking his birthday cake, I have considered whether or not I should get him a secondary gift, but to be honest, I haven't decided yet what it should be. There's so many different flavors to consider when it comes to choosing gifts...
[But hey, that's what we're here Christmas shopping for, right? Maybe we'll spot something that will give us an idea.]
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[ And he's hoping to maybe get some ideas about Cilan during this outing!! Slip him into a store, ask a few innocent questions... ]
I used to have the same trouble with the guy I lived next door to for the whole of my life too. It's just hard!
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[...But, he soon turns and flashes Red a bright, glowing smile.]
But, what I am sure of is that it's the thought that counts in the end. And the thought that there are people out there that care enough about you that they want to give you a gift to show their appreciation of the bond they have with you... that's a sweet enough taste as it is, isn't it?
So, this gift that you've picked out for Silver... no matter what it is, I'm sure that it will make him very happy.
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Right, [ he says, looking back at him, giving him a more smaller but just as sincere smile, ] and you shouldn't worry about what you get him either. I'm sure he'll love it whatever it is!
[ And, boosting that smile up just a smidgen: ] Especially when your food's included!
[ Because who doesn't love food? Who. But just at that moment, or just a few steps more, Red head turns to the sight of a building, a sound coming out as he looks back between it and Cilan and hurries to the door, hand motioning for him to follow him. ] In here, here we go.
[ Frames and paintings are displayed in the open window, and there's a chattering of a bell as Red opens the door, holding it for Cilan to come into a space that isn't much warmer than the outside, but cosy enough in comparison. It's a spacious area, and its decoration is of the craft it sells: frames, frames frames. All of different sizes and colours, and paintings of different styles dotted around.
Cilan can take a look around if he wants, but Red's going for the counter, telling his name to the individual on the other side and that he's here to pick up a picture that someone did, 'and they picked a frame for it too?' ]
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[So yeah, Cilan's gonna check out some of these paintings over here in the corner while Red's taking care of what he needs. He seems to be particularly fond of looking at some of the sample paintings of plants and flowers, and... oh, this is a nice scenery painted over on this one. Some of the slightly more abstract art is interesting to look at too. Maybe he should get something from here too, but for who?
He'll have to think about it a little more, but otherwise he'll walk over here closer to where Red is. What kind of picture is he getting?]
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What do you think?
[ The worker's brought out the picture already inside the framing, left uncoloured to leave the woodwork as decoration. As for the picture, one is of a face Cilan knows well standing in the middle, Silver himself, and of two other individuals that might not be familiar, but the picture itself speaks of the relationship of them to Silver (or what it's meant to be), smiles and grins, friendly and warm.
(Not exactly like this, but with similar enough expressions on Crys and Gold) ]
That's Crys, [ Red points to the girl, then goes over to the boy ] and this one's Gold. They're his best friends from back home. Silver told me about them some time ago, and I got him to show me their faces while I held a memory petal. [ He gives a sneaky glance Cilan's way, said a little hushed there towards the end. Hopefully, Silver didn't know what was going on at all. ]
The painter's the store owner's niece, and she did the poses and everything for it! I've never bought a painting before, but isn't it great? How about the frame? Does it look okay?
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So these are Silver's friends back home... [They've talked about their respective lives back home once or twice before, but... usually they were about some of the troubles that they had faced or were waiting for them there. Silver hasn't really told Cilan much about the positives, like these two people depicted here with him... still, the picture gets a smile from Cilan.]
It's beautiful... not just because of the technique and the colors used, but the painter really is quite talented, being able to depict such a heart-warming friendship like this.
[And then he turns to Red, sparkling a bit more now.]
This is perfect. I can say with certainty that you have good taste when it comes to putting together special gifts for your friends.
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But he still feels happy with the decision regardless. He gives a few more quick words to the one behind the counter ('I'll take it like that, thanks') and they begin to wrap it up in brown paper and string, as Red turns his head to Cilan, though eyes flickering between the wooden surface and the other boy. ]
I don't know about that... but I think about the people I can't see too, and sure, we have a memories, and the petals can help remember better than you can, but...
[ He trails, knowing what he was going to say. But... ]
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[ A pair of eyes flick onto him in amusement for that, but Red doesn't catch it in the slightest, turning to face Cilan and his hands curled up into fists. ]
Let me get one of your brothers! I know it's not going to be a surprise, but who cares? [ A side-look to the shopowner. ] Is Anna still taking orders?
[ Always eager for them. The small exchange doesn't kill the excitement in Red's face in the slightest when he returns to the older boy. ]
How about it?
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That may not be much of a surprise as far as gifts go, but... [There's a pause, before he smiles, though it seems a little sad.] I do think it would be nice, having a picture of them here. There is something to remember my friends by, but I don't actually have anything of my brothers here, so...
[Yeah, alright, let's do that.]
Do you suppose we should stop by the tree to try to collect a memory petal of them as a reference, or would it be alright to just show an image of them with the crystal?
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[ Except he's about to turn without even picking up the picture there on the counter, but fortunately his own head reminds him of that and paying for the frame, spinning right back round to give sorrys and to dig in for the sylvs he has ready. He should be embarrassed, but he doesn't feel an ounce of it right now, taking the parcel in his hands.
okay okay are we going now, should we go now- ]
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[Off we go to the tree, then! It's been a while since Cilan actually came here to purposefully seek out any memory petals, but once they arrive, he seems to be a man on a mission.]
Okay, I'm going to show you a memory that has the perfect flavor when it comes to depicting the bond between my brothers and I, like... ah, this one! [He plucks a falling memory petal out of the air and turns to show it to Red. It seems to be a glimpse of the three of them showing off--I mean, welcoming a challenger to their gym. Does Red think this would be a good reference to use?]
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And it's--amazing, really, Red watching it play and being a little speechless for what it is. For one, why are they posing for, two, they're all dressed like fancy waiters... and is this the first time he's seen Cilan's brothers, too? ]
What's going on in this? Do you remember?
[ Let's just ask about that first one though, definitely intrigued. ]
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[And here, as the memory starts over and begins playing back again... Cilan seems to recognize where exactly this particular memory was pulled from, as he now reciting the lines said at that time along with the memory.]
"If a battle is what you desire, then your wish shall be granted!" [That was his line, as he then begins to speak along to Chili's--] "So you were a challenger! In that case, we'll be sure to greet you passionately! Like scorching fire!"
[And then, to Cress--] "No, no, I think we should attend to him coolly, like ice water."
[And then back to himself.] "In other words, this is the Striaton Gym!"
"And we--"
"As triplets--"
[And now, something that the three of them are shown saying at the same time.]
"Are the Gym Leaders! It's Showtime~!"
[And here, he even strikes the same pose as he did in the memory, sparkles galore in addition to the spotlight effect he seems to be sporting now.]
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If I recall correctly, I believe this particular memory is from the day I met Ash and Iris, when the former came to challenge our gym. That was what we had greeted him with when he insisted on battling us rather than being waited upon in the dining area first...
[Has he mentioned to Red yet that his gym is also a restaurant?]
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Red almost wants to clap after all that, though there's really no room to do that (both in his hands and when Cilan resumes speaking), but his shoulders shake with a small chuckle that he can't help let out, the whole re-enactment odd but too, too Cilan for Red to think anything bad about it. ]
Heh, Your gym's part of your house? That's a first.
[ Whatever, that's weird too, but why not. ]
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