Unwavering Bond (open)

[blue_ice]

Who: Seto, Yugi, and their family and friends
Where: Sports Gym
When: Nebula 19
What: Two dweebs with cards get hitched.
Warnings: Dangerous levels of sap. Proceed cautiously.

[ On the evening of Nebula 18, Seto pops onto the ICP screens. The only thing different about his appearance is that his hair is slicked back (someone's experimenting), and he clears his throat. ]

...Good evening. We hinted at it during our game the other day, and we've told a few of our closest friends, but it's official. Yugi and I are getting married tomorrow night. We realize it's last minute, but a few recent circumstances forced our hands and we didn't find it prudent to wait anymore.

As it's last minute, we don't expect a lot of company, but anyone's welcome to witness it. Don't worry, it's going to be a very quick ceremony by wedding standards. We'll also have light snacks afterward.

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[ After...not that much planning, to be honest, the day is here. The gym is clean, with about 30 chairs lined up in front of a clear space. A small smattering of blue and purple balloons decorates the hall, and overall it's just set up to be a quiet commitment ceremony.

Let's see if it stays that way. ]

Comments

[storms_eye]

[She gave a little jump at his approach, but thankfully had already placed the cake down on the table beforehand.]

That's.. uh.. part of the fun isn't it? The embellishments.

[Lunja arched her back to indicate that her cookies shouldn't be forgotten, and Silvia leaned down to take them from her companion]

I just hope these will be enough.

[blue_ice]

We're not expecting much of a crowd. A few close friends.

[ He smiles at the Kuriboh cookies as he passes them over. ]

They're perfect, Silvia. How can I repay you?

[storms_eye]

[The words were both a relief and a concern. She knew the list was a little shorter due to previous departures so she was careful with her response]

That'll be nice. That'll keep the focus on you and Yugi.

[Waggling a free index finger through the air]

Huh? Repay me? You don't have to do that. This is something I wanted to do. Besides, I used to make sweet treats for my bff all the time.

[Remembering the thought fondly but also feeling a pang of nostalgia. It had been a long time since she'd even spoken to Glynis.]

Really, I was happy to do it.

[blue_ice]

Thank you. You made our day better.

[ And that's the softest sentiment he can muster. ]

Don't forget to have fun while you're here, too. Have you danced yet?

[storms_eye]

[Blushing a bit and ducking her head it likely looked like a short bow]

Sure thing.

[Or "you're welcome" but somehow the traditional response felt off in this scenario to her. It's not like this was some tremendous favor or anything, it was just a simple gift]

Danced? Oh.. no. Not yet.

[Shooting a furtive look out to the portion of the car reserved for the activity. It's not like she had anyone to dance with, and she'd feel kind of silly dancing by herself... or with Lunja]

[blue_ice]

[ Seto thinks it over for one moment more, then offers her a hand and a thin smile. ]

Then dance with me.

[ He's done this for work events once or twice, but this is of course far more pleasant. Silvia is a friend he wants to treat right. ]

[storms_eye]

[At the offer, Silvia's brain completely shut off. She stared at his hand as if it was the first time she'd ever seen one. To make it worse, no words followed for several moments.

As the time stretched on awkwardly, Silvia felt a fuzzy nudge near her ankle, some encouragement from Lunja.]

Oh! Ah- that's very nice of you... but I... you see.. [Then she burst out into awkward giggling that sounded way too loud to her ears but was probably at a normal volume]

[Cough. Managing to stifle herself- she redirected her gaze floorward] I.. don't actually, I haven't danced .. well I have danced.. but not with.. [a guy. A taken guy. A very taken guy... so why did she need to be nervous? Would the babbling ever stop.] I have seen enough movies.. I could probably.. not completely embarrass you.

[blue_ice]

I wouldn't mind teaching you.

[ Seto offers his hand one more time. ]

It's not busy, hardly anyone's here. And you'll be ready for the next one.

[storms_eye]

[With the patience of someone whose endured her ramblings before, Kaiba just let her get through it and replied calmly which was appreciated. Making herself look up- she didn't really see how she could decline now.]

If you're sure- I don't think I'll step on your toes... er.. I'll try not to.

[Then she tentatively reached out to place her hand on his. Briefly she wondered if this is what it would have been like to have an older brother that didn't detest you.]

[blue_ice]

You'll be fine.

[ He leads her out, gently guides her into position, and the fun begins. See? It's not so scary. ]

Thanks again for coming. And saving the cake.

[storms_eye]

[Although Silvia still had her misgivings, she held her tongue. She looked around the dance floor for any other familiar faces but mercifully saw none. Maybe she wouldn't leave too much of an impression on those present no matter what happened.

Can you imagine- if the Kaiba I knew ever found out that we technically danced together in another life?

As they got into position, she struggled for where she should look... at him.. right?]

I mean... I had to know what all the pillows were for, right? The cake was just bonus.