voice

[softreset]

How do you celebrate a birthday?

[ after all, she's been in the hospital for so long she can't remember the last time she's had friends to celebrate them with. on top of that... she doesn't even remember the last time she's experienced january. it's about a week late, but with the festival having gone on, she completely forgot.

perhaps she should be more specific about her question. ]

Comments

audio

[tyrantball]

The voice coming through is very clearly that of a small child's.

"Desco celebrates by glorying in tribute and cake! She likes the cake slightly more than the tribute, although both are nice."

voice;

[softreset]

[ is that name of the girl speaking to her? ]

What kind of cake is customary?

[tyrantball]

"Two-layer chocolate cake with dark chocolate icing, raspberry filling, and a drizzle of butterscotch syrup over the top."

She is apparently extremely serious about cakes.

[softreset]

Ah.

And is there a place here that provide them?

[tyrantball]

"Not nearly enough! Of the places Desco knows of, though, her favorite is two blocks away from the Libra apartments."

[softreset]

I'll make sure to stop by.

Is a tribute like a present?

[tyrantball]

"Yes, except presents are from friends and family. Since Desco is Queen of Hinoto-Ri, presents from her subjects are tribute!"

[softreset]

Queen? [ she sounds skeptical. ]

Are you part of the government here, then?

[tyrantball]

"No. Desco is Queen by right of conquest! As the powerful and amazing Final Boss that brought the entire Earth under her control, she is naturally Queen of everything, not just Hinoto-Ri!"

1/2

[softreset]

[ silence.

it's best to humour people like this. ]

[softreset]

I'll be sure to bring tribute at your birthday, then.

Thanks for the help.

[tyrantball]

"Ah! You're welcome, subject! Desco's birthday is in July, so make sure you're prepared!"

[softreset]

I can do that.

Text

[anotherdirkstrider]

You've never celebrated a birthday? That might just be the saddest thing I ever heard get said.

text.

[softreset]

Not with a large amount of people.

There has never been the opportunity for it.

Text

[anotherdirkstrider]

Can't say I've had any birthday parties myself, but I have heard second-hand how fun they are. If you've got the chance you should seriously consider remedying that lack of experience, take advantage of the opportunity.

[softreset]

I'll think about it. I already know where to obtain a cake. Thank you.

[anotherdirkstrider]

Sure, any time. If you need a DJ for the party you know where to find me.

[softreset]

My name is Homura Akemi.

How should I address you?

[anotherdirkstrider]

Dirk Strider, miss.

[softreset]

Just　Homura is fine. I'll be in touch.

[anotherdirkstrider]

Cool. Talk to you then.

[Video]

[bondsofsuffering]

How old are you turning?

voice;

[softreset]

Fourteen.

[ that's sort of true. ]

[bondsofsuffering]

Got any friends or acquaintances around?

[softreset]

A couple acquaintances.

Are you suggesting I celebrate with them?

[bondsofsuffering]

Yup!

[softreset]

I doubt they'd be interested.

[bondsofsuffering]

You're obviously not thinking of the right kind of celebration. Are they really so cold that they'd turn down free cake?

[softreset]

So that's the motivation, then.

[bondsofsuffering]

Is that bad? It's a fun way to bring everyone together and enjoy delicious food.

[softreset]

I suppose not.

Although, I haven't made that many acquaintances here... So that would likely be a problem.

[bondsofsuffering]

Then just mention it over the network. Like, "hey, it's my birthday soon and I'm going to have cake, so please come!" or something.

What day is it, anyway?

[softreset]

It was the thirteenth.

[bondsofsuffering]

Aaah, so we're running a little late, huh? Well, that's fine too! It doesn't matter what day you celebrate it. It's all about getting together with others!

[Also food. Food is good too.]

[softreset]

Getting together with others using food as a tool. I see.

Thank you for the assistance.

[bondsofsuffering]

Well, there's nothing wrong with that, is there?

Let me know if you decide to do something!

[softreset]

No.

And yes, I'll let you know.

[virtualbirdwatching]

Hmm... I've heard ideas, but I've never really been able to celebrate a birthday, either. I didn't have a whole lot of friends when I was younger.

[softreset]

The proverbial cake and friends must be mandatory presences at a party, then.

Is there an age where you should stop having parties?

[virtualbirdwatching]

Well... I'm not sure. I'm 16, and I don't think I'd be too old for a party if I were to have one...

[softreset]

[ so she could still have one, technically. ]

Duly noted. Thank you for the assistance.

[virtualbirdwatching]

You're welcome!

Video

[selematpagi]

... Are you serious? You don't know?

voice;

[softreset]

I know the theory and customs of it, but I've never experienced one.