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[brynwieldr]

From: Leo (Odin)
Date: Jan. 20th

[As the camera clicks on, you can hear Leo muttering:]

Do we really have to do this, Aymeric? We could simply send invitations out individually when it’s closer to time.

Was it not your suggestion that we do this?

[It’s said quietly as well but the tone is gentle.]

There is nothing to worry about. We will do this together.

[Leo sighs and looks at the camera, trying to smile. It’s obvious he’s kind of regretting this decision, though.]

Right. For those of you who don’t know us, this message isn’t necessarily for you but--I am Leo, currently the god Odin.

And I am Aymeric de Borel, also assigned as a god. [What? God name ain’t important here, the actual one is.]

We--I--decided that this would perhaps be the fastest way of getting the news out. Aymeric and I…

[Deep breath.]

We’ll be married in the spring.

[It’s not shown on camera but one of Aymeric’s hands covers Leo’s, gently squeezing it as a way of reassuring him. He knows how they both are, not the type to make big announcements such as this but also wanting to share how they feel about each other. And with all the bad happening lately, there needed to be some sort of good. But they can see the elezen’s expression as he smiles warmly.

Leo appreciates the comfort, Aymeric, but he’d appreciate you saying something a little more.]

Invitations will obviously be sent out closer to the date. We would have said something sooner, but…

Given the circumstances of the recent events, it seemed a bit out of place to speak of it. However, we wished to tell our friends and fellow comrades of our news as soon as we were able. We are still planning for the ceremony and celebration so we are unable to answer much on that front.
[This is so different than trying to speak on politics or try to sway a group of people; he can do that with his eyes shut. No, this much more nerve wracking and he’s giving a mental prayer to Halone to give him strength not to screw this up.

They both suck at this, huh?]

Like I said, this is mostly for those of you who know us...or rather Aymeric. [He’s seen Aymeric’s contact list, okay.] Hopefully when the time comes, you’ll join us on our wedding day. ...gods that’s weird to say.

A moment I am looking forward to with great fervor.

[Sap. Leo gives Aymeric a slightly dopey look before he turns to the camera.

Thank you for your time.

[End feed.]


[OOC: Both will be responding!]

Comments

[trademark_skull]

[Woah wait huh? Married? They know they're both guys, right..?]

Y-you sure you wanna do that? Nothing good ever come from marriages from what I know.

[Which...isn't much, realistically. But since it already has that reputation it can't be good!]

[brynwieldr]

How so?

[I mean, Leo's never seen a healthy marriage his entire life as his father was already older with his several wives but even he knows that's the exception.]

[trademark_skull]

It's just...

[Well.]

You can't...really go back if it turns out to be bad.

[brynwieldr]

You can, it's just not something some people approve of. But Aymeric and I are both adults who love each other, so I have faith our marriage wouldn't end that way.

[trademark_skull]

[Doesn't know Leo that well... but if Aymeric trusts him...]

I..I hope so..

[brynwieldr]

I know so.

[Leo can't help but smile.]

...Thanatos, right?

[trademark_skull]

--Y-yes!

[The mushy stuff has him slightly off-guard. Not enough time to correct that was only his god name]

[brynwieldr]

Your real name or...?

[trademark_skull]

--Emizel.

...Thanatos is only what the Heavens calls me. [And followers, and..other stuff like that.]

[brynwieldr]

Emizel, then. Are you a friend of Aymeric's?

[trademark_skull]

I-I am! We went out on a few adventures together.

[And may or may not be adopted by now...Without Emizel knowing.]

[brynwieldr]

[So Aymeric has a son he never told Leo about.

Cool.]

Well, my temple is right next to Aymeric's now. I don't think it's the best place for children, but if you need somewhere quiet almost any friend of Aymeric's is welcome.

[trademark_skull]

I think I could manage. [Despite how he looks, he's...somewhat unique, to put lightly.]

Oh - that's that same district I'm in too. So we're probably really close.

[onedrinkwithme]

[Oh Emi, wait until you hear about the crazy shit in Ishgard.]

I have the utmost faith in Leo and myself. I love him with every fiber of my being.

off-screen

[brynwieldr]

[Cheek smooch.]

[trademark_skull]

[Like the boy and gay dragon?]

If you think it's gonna work...

[He believes in Aymeric, at least!]

[onedrinkwithme]

[Look, if anyone has even tried to go that far with a dragon, they probably dead.]

Are you worried for me?

[In some odd way, it's actually kind of cute in a strange childlike way. Emi is 1325 year old, right?]

[trademark_skull]

[Yes, yes he is. That's why he's old enough know better.]

Ah-- we-... yeah... I guess so.

[Never really thought about it.]

[onedrinkwithme]

You are a good person, Emi. Not many would speak their minds in fear of hurting those they care about. But there are those who value the truth more that hearing those thoughts are a welcoming presence.

[Good Kitton Son.]

[trademark_skull]

[These are...very true facts. Emizel is very flattered, but...]

K-kinda weird to call a demon "good", don't you think?

[onedrinkwithme]

[The demon part is new but he does remember the reaper position.]

Should there not be as such?

[trademark_skull]

...I never really thought about it.

[Really, there probably shouldn't. But hey.]

B-but I like you. You're someone I like doing things with, and you're nice to me. So... y-yeah, I do care...

[onedrinkwithme]

[If he was standing there, he would more than likely get a hand on his shoulder. Or maybe a headpat. But there's that smile as he hears Emi's words.]

And I care about you as well. Forgive me if this sounds odd but...I do consider you not just as a comrade and friend but also as family.

[trademark_skull]

[Even from afar, Emizel must be headpatted.]

Family..?

[Ain't that a bit, much?]

[onedrinkwithme]

Aye, family.

One needs not to be bound by blood to be as such. If the bond is strong, then it is just as good.