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[darkbishop]

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RESIDENCE ✦ Emerald district
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"Leave a message and I will get back to you."

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slides this over

[disciplinaries]

[ After her meeting with Mira, Rukia's eager to get inside and try the tea and the cookies that were made for her. It was such a sweet gesture and Rukia will have to think of a way to repay Mira's kindness at some point, for for now? Food calls.

Rukia's got her hands a little full though, what with the bag from Mira as well as the bag with her shinigami uniform in it. She goes up to her door and hurriedly tries to unlock it, but in the process she drops the bag with her uniform. She lets out a small gasp and bends down to gather it back up -- but as she does that, she also drops the bag with the tea and cookies inside.

Thankfully none of the latter spills out since the cloth bag's been tied up nicely, but sorry Hubert, your neighbor's a little clumsy. ]

[darkbishop]

[Hubert's returning home as well; he's finally finished up shopping and obtaining clothes that will help him fit in better (while still maintaining his proper goth aesthetic), but it isn't like his hands are full and when he see his neighbor having some difficulties with all her stuff, he pauses.

He's seen her before, certainly. They haven't properly introduced themselves yet and he knows nothing about her, but it would be rude not to at least offer his assistance.]

Would you like a hand?

[disciplinaries]

Ah! [ She looks up at her neighbor, whom she'd never truly spoken to up until now, and shakes her head. ] No, thank you. It's just a silly mess I've gotten myself int--

[ Rukia hurriedly stands back on her feet when she believes she's gathered her belongings, but in the process didn't do a great job of stuffing her uniform in her bag. She's also only holding onto only one of the bag's handles, therefore leaving the bag lopsided. Thus, the uniform slips out and drops onto the floor again.

Rukia looks down at it and hurriedly scoops it up into her arms in her embarrassment, then back at Hubert. ]

...Maybe some assistance would be helpful.

un: bernie | audio

[persecutetioncomplex]

Um, just to make sure, this... this is Hubert, right?

[Look who hasn't learned phone anxiety yet!]

[darkbishop]

[Huh... Well, Hubert's available when the call comes in, so he picks up right away. Hearing Bernadetta on the other end is a bit of a relief; it's good to know she's still here, and just as importantly, not too terrified of him.]

It is, yes. Is there something I can do for you, Bernadetta?

[persecutetioncomplex]

I... just... um, I wanted to see how you were doing?

[It comes out as a question, but her confidence seems to hold, at least. His ominous presence seems to be fine, from voicechat.]

There's, um... there's a lot to adjust to. In... in a lot of ways.

audio

[monstrology]

[Not long after their initial meeting, Will leaves...this...message for Hubert.]

Hubeeeeerrrrt, pick up already! I’m so bored, I’m gonna die!

[It’s exactly as dramatic as you think.

How he’s bored already is anyone’s guess.]

[darkbishop]

[Hello to you too, Will...]

What are you expecting me to do to assist with that, hmm?

[He sounds more amused then bothered, though!!]

[monstrology]

Ugh, finally--

[...wait.]

I didn't think that far ahead. Well, since you actually picked up...talk to me?

slides into your inbox; text, un: delacroix

[philoxenia]

[ Hubert's someone she's been wanting to check up on, but like. He's kind of intimidating? "Kind of." Listen, she's been struggling, but it's fine. She's just overthinking things, but eventually, she just decides to do the damn thing. ]

Hello, Hubert. It's Mira. How have you been settling in?

[ Yes. That's what she's been struggling with. Absolutely incredible. ]

[darkbishop]

[Oh, huh. There's a bit of a pause before Hubert responds, but he's still getting the hang of texting so he's going to be typing slowly for awhile!!]

It's good to hear from you, Mira. I'm settling in well enough; are you managing fine as well?

[philoxenia]

[ Listen it's fine, she's helped multiple people with technology. She understands. What she's still getting used to is people being glad to hear from her? Wild. ]

I'm settling in just fine, as well. Thank you for asking. It's all a bit overwhelming, admittedly, but I think that could be said for a lot of others.

UN: Linhardt | Audio

[idratherbeasleep]

Are you home or are you practicing skulking somewhere? I have questions.

[The message cuts off abruptly, no goodbye just as there had been no greeting. Does Linhardt not know phone etiquette or does he just not care? It's difficult to tell.]

[darkbishop]

[Ah, Linhardt's as charming as ever... Well, Hubert responds quickly enough, making sure it's locked to private as he does so.]

I am home, yes. You may come by this evening, if you wish.

[...that's not even really an invitation...???]

Action:

[idratherbeasleep]

[It's rude to make him wait, but it does give Linhardt time for a quick nap before he heads over to see Hubert, so he doesn't bother to respond. Nor does he bother to inform Hubert when he leaves, instead opting to just show up at his friend's apartment with no warning.

He does at least knock on the door before trying to peer through the peephole.

In lieu of calling out and hoping Hubert hears him, Linhardt opts to send Hubert a text message.]

Are you going to answer or should I let myself in?

text • un: mocking.bird

[foulplayed]

Hubert?

This is Yuri. Just double checking I've got the right details before I ask a quick favour.

[darkbishop]

[Huh, that's new. It takes Hubert a moment to figure out a proper response.]

It is. What is it you're asking for?

April 2021 Event Thread - Exploring Primavera

[idratherbeasleep]

[It only made sense to explore with another person. They know nothing about Primavera, so wandering off alone isn't the best idea. At the same time, both Hubert and Linhardt agree on the value of small talk (there is none), making them natural partners for this endeavor.

Linhardt has opted to simply use his phone to take photographs of anything he finds interesting, be it plant, animal, architectural, or miscellaneous (categories in constant revision).

After taking a photo of a particular flower, Linhardt remembers something.]

Oh. I discovered something that you might find interesting.

[Or he might not. Whichever. He leans in to sniff the flower he just shot.]

[darkbishop]

[Primavera has been significantly more peaceful than Hubert was expecting. Not that he thought we'd be thrown directly into conflict or anything of the sort, but he assumed that there'd be something suspicious going on to investigate. So far it's been quiet. Not that it's a bad thing; given the unique flora in the region, Hubert's already occupied enough as it is. He's examining another flower a little further away when Linhardt speaks up, and he rises from where he was crouched as he replies.]

Oh? What is it?

i'm definitely on time for hubert's birthday

[imperializes]

[somehow it worked out that edelgard was able to wake up early enough and did not make enough of a ruckus in the kitchen or set anything on fire to make breakfast for hubert. or perhaps he had woken up but taken pity on her.

the pancakes are a little raw on some sides but burnt to a crisp on some others. the eggs are scrambled with maybe a chunk of egg shells here and there. and the bacon is burned to a nice char. and she tried to brew some coffee too but it's kinda just bean water.

she tried, okay. happy birthday hubert!!!]

if it makes you feel any better, i completely forgot lmao

[darkbishop]

[Not everyone is a natural chef and it takes a lot of practice to make suitable coffee, so it's certainly understandable that Lady Edelgard's attempts are a little... lacking. But the fact that she went to all the trouble in the first place means more than words can ever express. Needless to say, he's very pleased and will absolutely appreciate her efforts. He'll thank her for that of course!]

[Action]

[perfectteatime]

[ Hubert will find a bouquet of flowers on his doorstep. A note is included along with it. ]

Happy Birthday Hubert,

I hope that we can continue to come to know each other better. I enjoyed my time in the gardens with you. May your birthday be an enjoyable, restful time. Please enjoy the flowers and try not to overwork yourself.

Warmly,
Byleth Eisner

[darkbishop]

[No promises on the last one, but the fact that Byleth remembered and thought of him has certainly been noted. It's... really sweet, actually, so he'll at least fire off a text to Byleth to note he got the flowers and as thanks for the gesture. Thanks, Professor!!]

action | ~monster time~

[monstrology]

[Considering the time of the month, it might not surprise Hubert to hear a familiar excited knocking at his door.

At least Will's not hollering and letting the whole building know he's here this time? He will be patient and wait for Hubert to answer.

...so long as he does in a moment or two.]

[darkbishop]

[Thankfully, Will just so happens to swing by when Hubert's got the place to himself; Lady Edelgard would probably tease him for making friends again, and that's definitely not what Will is. So of course he gets the door easily and moves aside so Will can come in; it's just easier to let Will do his usual thing than it is to try to argue with him, that's all.

Hubert's transformation is exactly the same as always - at this point, he's gotten pretty damn good of avoiding slamming his head into anything despite the sudden jump in height and he's ditched wearing anything with a cape entirely so the tail is free and... definitely not swishing about like he's anticipating something, shhh.]

I see you're in a good mood.

[Not that it's surprising, considering the time of month!! Hubert gestures to the couch as usual; make yourself at home, Will.]