[Open, Major Event] 12 June 2066

[geistnet]

Over the course of the last week, you'll have likely noticed the buzz and excitement that's been building all around Metro Manila -- if you've been around awhile, you know what time of the year it is. If you're new: well, this is an experience you're sure to enjoy.

The festive mood surrounding Philippine Independence Day is hard to miss. Wander around the metropolis and you'll note that the streets are filled with tourists and locals; turn one corner and you'll see parades, turn another and you may be treated to performances set up on strategically placed stages.

As for Falner, the colors of the Philippine flag seem to be everywhere you look: the kids who live or study at the estate are mostly running around with their faces painted. If you wander down towards the Fair Grounds in the South District, there are a couple of booths set up offering anything from body paint and temporary tattoos to local delicacies. West District establishments The King's Rest and Liquidated also have special treats aligned with the theme of the day. There's also talk about the annual street party which will be held over at the Baywalk later this evening, and the younger initiates are abuzz over the yearly light show held over Manila Bay that showcase reenactments of all the major battles all the way up to the Darkest Vigil.

Independence Day is also not all that's being celebrated, because for Keepers of the Vigil and supernatural communities all over the world, today marks the second anniversary of Arcis Fortress City.

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Comments

[clayce]

You're not.

[ You are still a girl at the end of the day, aren't you, little one? Regardless of how damaged you are. Regardless of whether you will ever see that your King does not view you simply as his bodyguard or not.

Maybe - hopefully - Falner will change you, and all will be well. ]

[lyall]

May I stay with you a little while longer?

[ If that is alright. ]

[clayce]

Of course you may.

[ Peering down at her with a smile before settling his head back down on his claws. ]

I'd be honored to enjoy your presence.

[lyall]

[ This is her settling down beside you then, and drawing her legs up so she can rest her chin on her knees.

This is nice. She will stay here for a while and then explore the grounds after. ]