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The Psiioniic - Artolo Apemis ([personal profile] iitrebel) wrote in [community profile] interstellar55552016-01-30 02:16 pm

☆A little little fun

Who: Those who signed up to perform, and anyone else
What: The Double S Charity Concert is go!
When: January 24th throughout the day
Where: Archer Park
Warnings: None planned

☆A Little Little Fun



On the morning of the 24th, the sun rises over Vista City and, more importantly, Archer Park- a series of rooftop parks connected to each other by bridges and overflowing greenery of all sorts. It's a popular on most days to start with. Today, however, is the day of the Double S Charity Concert. Thus, it's more packed than usual.

One of the park "islands" is home to a concert stage, and that is where the concert is taking place. All throughout the next couple of days, various musicians will perform songs they've written about or dedicated to another in the industry. With the entertainment value of the idea and the fame of the musicians, of course the place is packed.

The stage is where every musician will end up at throughout the day, performing for the masses, but behind it is also a rest area for them to either bide their time or just hang out. It's supposed to be restricted to just those musicians participating, but frankly... security is lax just enough that bandmates and the such could duck on in to see their friends. No fans, however, sorry. It's not the most impressive of places, with seating areas and a salad bar and all the pizza that could possibly be ordered, but hopefully it's good enough. This is also where one can find event organizer Jenny around, in case they need to bring anything up.

Of course, no one is required to stay back there while waiting their turn, or after they've done their performance. Attempts to raise money go beyond just the concert. Double S has all sorts of stalls set up, whether to explain to people the various causes they can specifically pledge support to, or to sell merchandise. Can't forget the food stalls. There is, of course, a stall showing adoptable animals. There always is.

Finally, there's one last thing Double S has set up for any willing celebrities. It's a meet-and-greet area for the fans, where they have the chance to meet their favorite musicians. Giving out autographs, taking pictures with fans... There's even a karaoke set up for everyone to use. Musicians can sing solo, or with others from their label, or even with a lucky fan. AKA feel free to get NPC MP here. Hopefully, it'll get some good publicity for those interested in that kind of thing.

Tickets have been made astonishingly cheap in the hopes that more people will show, with anything else being made up by merchandise sales or donations.
giglio_madonna: (And I say to myself)

Luce - meet and greet

[personal profile] giglio_madonna 2016-02-01 03:26 am (UTC)(link)
[Holidays are officially becoming over. That means there's no excuse for slacking, or at least that's what Angel says. Luce could disagree quite a bit, but... This is for the best, she thinks. Blanche needs to think they're going along with things for now.]

[So a while after she's performed, just enough time to get some lunch and drink some water to cool down after performing, Luce shows up in the meet-and-greet area. The cheers of numerous FoB fans greets her. They're one of the lucky Virgo bands that hasn't fallen apart in any way since starting off, for one thing. For another, well... They just seem to have a draw about them.]

[It's easy to see why, with how Luce interacts with the fans. There's something about her that draws them like birds to an open sky- the way she smiles, the empathy in her eyes, how every interaction with a fan seems to be personal for one shining moment before she moves on.]

[For the most part, she sticks to interacting with fans by signing autographs at a table, or agreeing for a photograph, although people will have to wait their turn. Can't let this descend into a mob.]

[It's possible, however, for fellow musicians and visitors alike to find her tucked away in the foliage of the park fanning herself with one hand and rubbing at her throat. It's quite a busy day and even she needs five minutes now and then to herself. Even if Angel would crack down if she found her doing this...]
fedorasun: (That's none of your concern)

[personal profile] fedorasun 2016-02-01 03:36 am (UTC)(link)
{It's an awful idea. The worst especially since he's been using the bugs to keep an eye on her since he saw her onstage, but when she sneaks off to the side, obviously to get a moment for herself, Reborn can't resist lifting a sealed water bottle and heading in her direction.}

Chaos.

{He greets her quietly and holds out the water bottle, trying desperately to keep his heart out of his eyes and his face still. He doens't need her to think he's a starstruck fan.}
giglio_madonna: (Death is only the end if you assume)

[personal profile] giglio_madonna 2016-02-01 03:54 am (UTC)(link)
[Someone's approaching, and Luce lets out a sigh. Hopefully it's security, or one of her many friends she's made. She can handle that. Otherwise it's a fan, which wouldn't be too bad, or, worse, it'd be an obsessive fan.]

[The absolute worst case scenario is Angel, of course.]

[Still, Luce straightens herself out, puts on a smile, and turns-]

[It's him.]

[Right down to the greeting.]

[Without thinking, she jolts forward, her fingers going not for the water bottle but his shoulders as she tries to duck and see past the shadows of his fedora. Dark eyes, curled hair framing his face just so- it has to be-]

[This means practically destroying most of the space between them, but she doesn't notice or care.]


You're here!

[As in, existing outside the strange visions.]
fedorasun: (who do you think you are?)

[personal profile] fedorasun 2016-02-01 04:06 am (UTC)(link)
{Reborn is expecting the pain of a polite smile and her demeanor being usually warm, but distant, perfectly polite to a stranger, but instead Luce is nearly launching herself at him.

He catches one of her wrists carefully.}


You know me?
giglio_madonna: (I'd tell you why you're wrong but)

[personal profile] giglio_madonna 2016-02-01 04:41 am (UTC)(link)
[Hearing that question brings back all her caution and paranoia from the past few weeks back, and she tries to calm down. She doesn't pull back, however, still leaving the space between them minimal.]

Why wouldn't I know you?

[She's watching him carefully, to see his answer. And, frankly... It's one she wants to know herself.]
fedorasun: (I'm older than I look)

[personal profile] fedorasun 2016-02-01 04:45 am (UTC)(link)
{Automatically, Reborn changes the angle of his body to hide her from sight better.}

Because you've been kidnapped and brainwashed. Supposedly.
giglio_madonna: (sassybird) (I'll just add 'ha ha' at the end so I)

[personal profile] giglio_madonna 2016-02-01 04:59 am (UTC)(link)
[Kidnapped and brainwashed-]

[Something snaps in her mind, like someone trying to slam a door shut, because that's nonsense, a contract was signed, don't but it's too late. She's gotten blood on her hands and seen a woman's voice change her own thoughts. One hand pulls away to dig into her hair, as if to get her own mind under control.]


So that's what he meant. What an unfunny joke.

[Her voice sounds as sweet as usual, but she really is going to do... something to Edward Blanche. Even if just a backhand. It probably wouldn't be the first time, with his personality.]

...I had a vision of you. You and other people.
fedorasun: (can that really be a question?)

[personal profile] fedorasun 2016-02-01 05:10 am (UTC)(link)
{Reborn reaches for her, gently pulling her closer, resting on her waist. He pushes his hat up and tilts his head towards her.}

Who?

{That's only if Reborn can't put a bullet in him first.}

The Arcobaleno. Mammon and Fon are here as well. Indigo mist and red storm, if you can't remember their names.
giglio_madonna: (Don't be Bob the Dead Guy over)

[personal profile] giglio_madonna 2016-02-01 05:31 am (UTC)(link)
[That hand on her waist, the warmth of his body, the way he looks at her with those serious dark eyes... It feels like something that always should have been, from the very start, more than the music or the career she thought she always wanted to pursue. She's wanted it for just as long, too, she thinks.]

[Yet for something she wants, it seems to break her heart into shards and then again into dust. An apology wants to leap from her tongue, and she doesn't know why.]

[Instead, she focuses.]


Edward Blanche- the CEO for Virgo. There's so much to tell you, and not nearly enough time here...

[But it's important that he know. That everyone knows, in fact, but Luce just hasn't figured out a way to get it all out yet.]

[The mention of names and colors makes her smile, however.]


The hood and the martial artist... But there are others, aren't there? The woman in uniform, and the scientist. [A teasing glint is in her eyes as she plucks at the collar to her jacket.] The stuntsman. The vision had all of you at a table.
fedorasun: (I'm older than I look)

[personal profile] fedorasun 2016-02-01 11:57 am (UTC)(link)
Hit the highlights. What can help us get you out? Who is the most dangerous? Allies you have?

{Hesitantly, like she might break or disappear under his finger tips, his other hand comes up to cradle the side of her jaw, the base of her skull, so trembling gentle despite the callouses on his hand.}

Mammon and Fon, yes. Lal Mirch and Verde aren't here. {He wrinkles his nose when she fingers her jacket.} Neither is Skull. The table was likely our first meeting, or one about work we did together.
giglio_madonna: (This surpassed "yikes" tbh.)

[personal profile] giglio_madonna 2016-02-01 05:26 pm (UTC)(link)
[None of the visions- the memories, things make so much sense now- had her so close to him like this. She wants to enjoy it, and her eyes do drift shut, but there's no time.]

Santiago and Blanche-

[And suddenly there's a voice calling out from somewhere. "Luce!" She jolts a bit, eyes flying open. Angel, damn, just the person she doesn't want to see.]

My manager- we can't trust any of them. [She starts to pull away.] We're always being watched, but- I go to a cafe, Change at Troye and Sivan, meet with fans or paparazzi. I'll try to go there regularly, alright?

[She's not sure what she'll be able to do, but establishing a meeeting spot is the first step, right?]

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lightthedarkness: (Usagi) (What if I fail?)

[personal profile] lightthedarkness 2016-02-02 11:40 am (UTC)(link)
[Luce was the mother figure in Rei's life here. And while Rei and Luce may not understand how much that would mean to Rei, Usagi did. In truth, she didn't know the older woman, but as Luce was a part of the band that looked over her precious Rei? She wanted to at least observe the people surrounding her loved one. She wanted to make sure they were good, kind people, and Luce did not disappoint. The blonde didn't go over just yet, not wanting to draw attention to herself while she watched.

However, Usagi did have something she wanted to do for those who had been watching out for Rei, had been taking care of her and giving her something stable in all of this mess. They were good people.

Luce loved her Rei. When it finally came to be her turn, she swallowed and took a deep breath as she went up to the older woman. She offered a little bow and the single Madonna lily.
]

This is for you, thank you for all you've done.
giglio_madonna: (sassybird) (Fuck dating girls who are "naturally)

[personal profile] giglio_madonna 2016-02-05 12:41 am (UTC)(link)
[Considering how the band is advertised, it's not uncommon for any of them to receive flowers. It's sort of their thing, really. So when a madonna lily is offered to her, Luce almost doesn't think nothing of it. She just smiles, reaching out to take it.]

I'm honored.

[And that's when she looks up, those deep blue eyes of hers seeming to look right into the young girl. This feels... deeper than the usual thanks she receivers. Luce's smile becomes softer.]

I'll continue to do my best. I promise. What's your name?
lightthedarkness: (Usagi) (Tee hee)

[personal profile] lightthedarkness 2016-02-05 09:40 am (UTC)(link)
[She can't help but smile brighter as she sees that smile. It was such a warm smile, how could she not? At her name she gave a small bow.]

Serena Lapin, it's an honor to meet you. I won't hold you up though, I'm sure you have many other fans to speak with.
giglio_madonna: (sassybird) (For all my despair and all my ideals)

[personal profile] giglio_madonna 2016-02-07 01:06 am (UTC)(link)
The trials of popularity!

[A laugh bubbles out, but Luce keeps her attention on "Serena" instead of ushering her on.]

Maybe we'll have to find a way to see each other again. You look like you're closer to Ivan and the girls' age. I bet they'd love to talk with someone not in the industry at some point.
lightthedarkness: (Usagi) (Gentle child)

[personal profile] lightthedarkness 2016-02-07 09:27 am (UTC)(link)
Ah... [She swallowed. She wasn't sure she should see Rei on any terms except her own at this point. If only because she didn't want the other girl to think she was a stalker.]

Well I work at "Thistle Do Nicely" it's a flower shop. [She gave the address.] You're welcome to visit any time, ma'am. But ah, I don't want to assume. Honestly, I just wanted to say thank you.

[Lest she come off as too pushy, which would be problematic when she was trying to be covert.]
giglio_madonna: (Ironically their virtues make them)

[personal profile] giglio_madonna 2016-02-09 04:07 am (UTC)(link)
[Just hearing the sound of the shop is enough to bring out a round of giggles.]

What a clever name! Now I absolutely have to visit it at some point now.

Take care of yourself, alright?
lightthedarkness: (Usagi) (This is so exciting)

[personal profile] lightthedarkness 2016-02-09 09:18 am (UTC)(link)
You can thank Mrs. Ophelia for that, she's owned the shop for decades. She's wonderful! I would love for you to meet her.

You as well, ma'am. [She offered another small bow and then waved as she made her way away to the others of FoB.]
firelotus: (( 003 ))

[personal profile] firelotus 2016-02-08 04:17 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Fon is not as lucky as Reborn and has yet to manage to find her on her own, but he did at least wish to simply see her close up after watching her performance so he lingers a while, and decides to pretend to be a fan asking for an autograph. ]

You have a very lovely singing voice, Luce.

[ He was so happy to see her, even if he was also shocked, and concerned. ]
giglio_madonna: (sassybird) (Fuck dating girls who are "naturally)

[personal profile] giglio_madonna 2016-02-09 04:36 am (UTC)(link)
[Meeting the main in the suit- Mr. Paranoid Hitman he will have to continue to be, silly her for not getting his name in that short time- leaves Luce energized for the rest of the day. What a fortuitous thing that she already smiles so much. The presence of one on her face and the bounce in her step are easily brushed away things.]

[He's real. He's here. Things are crystal clear, more than they have been for months. For once, maybe she'll get answers.]

[It's hard to imagine that her mood could get any better. She's proven wrong when, through the crowd of people, she sees a familiar face, a flicker of braid. By the time he comes to the table, Luce is fighting to not smile as wide as she can. There's no denying the recognition in her eyes as she looks up at him, however.]


Well, I should hope so, considering my role in the band! [The same tinkling laugh as she's always had.] Who shall I sign this to, then?
firelotus: (( 009 ))

[personal profile] firelotus 2016-02-10 05:23 pm (UTC)(link)
[ He would not be him if he was not observant enough not to notice that she seems to glow even more than she already was. That means that she’s not entirely unaware of things - she recognizes him and he’s very happy to notice that she does. He realizes that though he had expected it, it would have hurt if she had not. It already hurt realizing that she was there; how much it complicated things, but he really was happy to be able to see her again, after so long. ]

It suits you very well, [ he says. Luce was a natural leader, of the most important kind. ] Fai, [ he adds after a few short moments. They both have many eyes on them, and, likely, ears. But his alias is only two letters different from his real name, and maybe she will remember it. But he can’t risk to use it in this crowd so close upon them. ] I am so happy to see that you are doing well.
giglio_madonna: (I have love in me the likes of which)

[personal profile] giglio_madonna 2016-02-10 07:49 pm (UTC)(link)
[That's not right something in her whispers immediately the second he says the name. Luce isn't sure how it is. There's just a feeling... Like when everything in a room has been moved just a couple inches, and you keep bumping into it.]

[Luce only gives a hum, however. This isn't the time or place to talk, unfortunately, and she doubts she can sneak away again.]


Fai, then. I'll make sure to write you something special for the heartfelt well wishes.

[And, to her credit, she does write out the usual spiel Angel has told them to write in most cases. To [blank], thank you for supporting us, etc, from Flowers Over Bones. Filler where needed. Just, in the midst of all the words, she slips in two names- Koumei and Kisaragi. Maybe, in Pride, they can help him there...]

[Slipping it to him, she smiles.]


Have you been enjoying the rest of the concert?
firelotus: (( 002 ))

[personal profile] firelotus 2016-02-11 10:29 am (UTC)(link)
[ It is good that she notice. He gives her a reassuring smile; indeed this is not the right time to talk, but they will eventually find an opportunity to have a proper chat. He knew that all the arcobaleno who had come as rescuers to this place would need to process this new information. ]

Thank you,

[ he says as he accepts the autograph.

He takes notes of what she has written, the names that she has added unfamiliar but clearly of interest. He will have to do some research after he returns to the hideout. Then, he turns his smile back to her. ]


I have, yes. I have heard many delightful songs tonight. And several of personal significance.

[ Some of the shows he had seen were quite enjoyable. There were of course the surprising ones - both on and off stage.There was a lot of things to learn from these sorts of gatherings. ]

I do hope that I will get the chance to see you perform again.

[ But even more so, talk to her without prying eyes upon them. ]
giglio_madonna: (sassybird) (We are the granddaughters)

[personal profile] giglio_madonna 2016-02-11 06:15 pm (UTC)(link)
Good. It wouldn't be much of a concert if you weren't enjoying yourself!

[Even if she has to half wonder if... No, no point in guessing. For now, all she can do is wiggle her fingers in good-bye and hope that she's nudged things helpfully at least a little.]

Maybe I'll do a public performance for my fans. I'll be sure to keep you updated online somewhere!

[That's one thing, at least.]
firelotus: (( 009 ))

[personal profile] firelotus 2016-02-11 07:07 pm (UTC)(link)
[ It's a little upsetting that he has to leave so soon.. But he has no choice. As soon as a chance was given, he would find her again. ]

I'm sure anything you participated in would be enjoyed.

[ She is the sky, after all. Everyone came together under its eyes. ]

I will be on a look-out for future information, then.