TOGETHER AT THE CARNIVAL OF FLOWERS

[posseoir]

 

~ EPISODE ONE ~

(Dining Hall)

Rutile.  Dr. Figaro!

Mitile.  Dr. Figaro!

Akira.  Happy Birthday!

Lennox.  Happy Birthday.

Rutile.  We prepared all of your favorite snacks and dishes. Eat as much as you like!

Figaro.  Thanks.
Hmm, they all look good, so choosing is difficult.

Mitile.  Doctor! This is a letter from my brother and I. We wrote with our whole heart to express our gratitude for your kindness, so please read it when you get a chance!

Figaro.  Receiving a letter from you both makes me happy;  I’ll take a look at it later.

Lennox.  The sake is from me. It is said the aroma changes each time the glass is tipped.

Figaro.  Oh, this is pretty good stuff. Looks like you splurged. Let’s share a drink, when I open it.

Figaro seems delighted with the gifts from the southern wizards. I offered the gift I prepared.

Akira.  Figaro, I have something for you too.

Figaro.  The Flower Carnival… Is this what Mitile and the others have been talking about? 

Akira.  Yes. This is the invitation. You see, Shylock's old acquaintance handed it down to him, and without an invitation, visitors can't get in.

Figaro.  Heh, is that right. Stylish invitations, too — extremely beautiful and elaborate.

Akira.  I tried making it a little more colorful, so I'm glad to hear you say so. After the party, if you'd like, perhaps we can go together? As a birthday gift, I’d like to escort you, Figaro.

Figaro.  Sure, to be escorted by the sage is an honor. I'll look forward to it.

~  EPISODE TWO  ~

(Figaro’s Bedroom)

Once the celebration was over, I went to Figaro's room. 

His door opened before I had the chance to knock, and he welcomed me through.

Figaro.  Welcome, I’ve been waiting.

Akira.  Good evening. Although the invitation was made, are you not tired? Your party was so lively…

Figaro.  As you can see, I'm perfectly fine. Like I said, I'm looking forward to this.

Akira.  Ahaha, I’m glad. Well, would you mind writing your name down on the invitation card first? Then, once you chant your spell, the playground doors will open.

Figaro.  Got it.  …. <Possideo.>

In the next moment, after Figaro had cast his spell, light streamed from the invitation, and a door slowly began to open. The area was gradually enveloped in a sweet aroma and a white mist. 

(Casino)

When the mist cleared, the scene before my eyes changed drastically.

Figaro.  As expected of Shylock’s friends. It's a classy place. Moreover, I didn't expect to be provided with such a fashionable outfit.

Akira.  He says it's a way of showing hospitality to those who are invited. In fact, I think it suits you and the atmosphere of this place.

Figaro.  Really? Do I look handsome?

Akira.  You look very handsome!

Figaro.  Being praised by you makes me happy,  sage. Well then, tonight, this handsome Dr. Figaro delightfully asks you to be his escort.

Akira.  I … I’ll do my best! 
Then, uhm…Have a seat at the counter.

I sat beside Figaro after encouraging him.

Akira.  …Aa, it seems we picked a good time, the tin doll has some drinks.

The doll brought two glasses, a drink, and several small candles. Leaving one on the counter, I wrap up the remainder and hand them to Figaro.

Figaro.  Alcohol and….?

Akira.  These are flower candles. I made them using flowers from the playground.

Figaro.  You handmade these?

As I nodded, I clapped my hands together. As if responding to my cue, the lights dimmed and the entire casino went dark. I strike a match and light the candle.

Figaro.  ….

The flame, a mixture of soft blue and hazel, burned quietly. Softly, warmly, it illuminated the area.

~  EPISODE 3  ~

Figaro.  …That’s a unique color.

Akira.  It turns out that if you use these flowers in a candle, the flame will be lit in the color of the petals… Through trial and error, I succeeded in producing this color.

While explaining, liquor is poured into Figaro's glass.

Figaro.  Thank you;  here, sage.

Akira.  Thank you very much.

Figaro poured some juice for me. We clink our glasses together.

Figaro + Akira.  Cheers!

After taking a sip, Figaro fixed his eyes on the candle.

Figaro.  …What a beautiful flame. Looking at it relaxes me.

Akira.  …Actually, these candles were made with Figaro's image in mind. The blue reminds me of your hair, and the hazel…

Figaro.  My eye color.

Figaro grinned and slowly blinked, as if he were savoring candlelight.

Figaro.  Thank you. I think it's very special.

He said this to me as he breathed deeply.

Akira.  I'm glad…. I was actually really worried about what kind of gift I could give that would make Figaro happy. Then, I decided to give you something that would allow you to relax, and I tried in my own way, but all I could manage was something small like this…

Figaro puts down his glass and smiles at me.

Figaro.  Sage. Right now, can you imagine how happy I am?

Akira.  —Eh?

Figaro.  I was happy just to be able to spend this day with you, but to receive such a special present that you worked so hard to come up with, in such a special place…But that's not all. You were thinking about me, worrying over me, and preparing with me in mind. Everything you put your heart and soul into is precious and makes me happy.

Akira.  …Figaro.

The flame burned like a blooming flower, small and healthy. His gaze was calm, staring warmly into colors which matched his own.

Figaro.  I will never forget. Like this flame, today's moment feels warm.

His voice, as he muttered that, had a warm sound. Unexpectedly, a flurry of petals started to fall. Figaro picked them up between his fingers.

Figaro.  …Petals? Where…?

Akira.  ( That’s right,  it’s our return signal… )

When the heart of the invited participant is satisfied, petals dance as if to announce that the exit of the playground will be opened. The area became increasingly shrouded in fog. Next thing I knew, we were back in Figaro's room.

Figaro.  …What a luxurious moment. Tonight was a lot of fun; a lovely escort and gift to top it off.

Akira.  No, no, it's my pleasure... The many kind words I received made me happy, too. Figaro, happy birthday once again. I hope that this year will bring you happiness and many joyous events.

As I said this with my whole heart, his eyes became soft and narrowed.

Figaro.  Thank you for the blessings, sage.  …Hey, how about you take it easy for a while? I’d like to chat with you a little longer; care to tell me about your trial-and-error candle-making process?~

His invitation sounds like he’s telling me that he wanted to cherish today.

Akira.  Yes, of course! There were plenty of mistakes, though, so this’ll be a long story.

Figaro.  That's all I can hope for. We'll just sit back and watch the flames. After all, my birthday isn't over yet.

(End)

~  CE ; SURPRISINGLY LARGE  ~

Akira.  Phew, another beautiful day. The sun is warm...

Figaro. Wanna catch some rays?

Akira. Wah! Figaro...!? Aa.... your sudden appearance really gave me a fright!

Figaro. Sorry, sorry. I just couldn't resist the urge to be a little naughty when I saw your backside. See, since everyone did their utmost to surprise me on my birthday, I've been waiting to have my chance to do the surprising.

Akira. Ahaha. Though, now that you mention it—that was definitely quite a surprise after returning from the playground.

Figaro. "Figgy's very own birthday surprise!"
When Lord Snow and Lord White burst into the room, I thought my heart would stop. Moreover, they somehow brought out a giant stuffed bear as a gift....

Akira. It was even taller than you.

Figaro. I appreciated the gesture, but I was at a loss since half of the room was occupied. —I might have to relocate to the other end of the room; kind of makes it difficult to know the room's owner, though.

Akira. But Rutile and Mitile, who came to celebrate once more before heading to bed, couldn't have been happier! Watching them drape over and hug the stuffed animal was really cute.

Figaro. It sure was a hit with those two. Even Leno couldn't help but laugh at the unusual size of it; well, I can't complain. Seeing everyone's smiling faces made for a good end to my birthday.

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