003 [Video]

[elegant_and_proud]

[Ikaruga looks serene as she pats her golden cyclops cat. It's visibly sparkling. She's learned this is what it does in lieu of purring.]

I hope everyone is having a lovely evening. I've decided to host a dinner party tomorrow night. The dress code will be semi-formal, and I ask that everyone who attends bring something to share.

[The conversation topic is light-hearted and ordinary enough, but she has an underlying purpose behind this that goes beyond simple socialization. Anyone who's spent much time around her can probably gather that, even if they're not sure of what that underlying purpose is.]

While useful, the network is a poor substitute for face to face interaction.

[Not to mention, the gods can see everything said over the network, and she'd rather they not be able to easily eavesdrop on this conversation.]

We can discuss current events, and toast to our loved ones. I will be supplying the main entree and two bottles of wine.

[She can supply other things as well, if need be, but she's curious what others might bring.]

Do let me know if you'll be able to attend and what you intend on bringing.

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[ritualized]

[There's a span of about 45 seconds at the beginning of the video broadcast that are filled with fumbling, and even when she gets the device adjusted the way she wants to, she's still very curiously and a bit clumsily fiddling with it.]

I've been practicing my cooking skills when I've had the chance... [The volume of Irisviel's voice lowers a little bit during the second half of her sentence. There haven't been many chances, especially recently.]

A side dish would be best to bring, wouldn't it? Oh, or perhaps dessert?

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[elegant_and_proud]

Either would be lovely, but I will admit I'm better at cooking than I am at baking. I think the dessert would be the better choice of the two to bring.

[Because cake or cookies will make the discussion about the Null much better.]

sorry! my mom came to visit and i should have hiatused

[ritualized]

That settles it, then! I'll be sure to bring something sweet.

[She turns and looks behind her, as if searching for something or someone. Not seeing whatever it is, Irisviel turns back to the camera quickly.] Ah, I'm sure my friend will be coming as well. She likes food, so I'll make sure to bring extra.

[Irisviel taps one thumbnail against the other.] Is there anything else? I know the conversation will turn to our current situation...

No worries! I've just been behind on my own tagging lately

[elegant_and_proud]

She is welcome to come. It was an open invitation, after all.

[She nods at Irisviel's guess.]

It will, yes. I thought it was best for everyone present to have that discussion after we've all had the benefit of a meal, so that hunger will not cloud anyone's judgement.