[While he technically should not be near The Vogue just yet, as he's still on the last dregs of his PTO, a certain wolf had been out viewing the full moon and figured it'd be better to drop this off as a surprise.
When Zulius arrives, there will be pink tulle fabric wrapped around as a gift bag, tied together with white and black strings at the top, adorned with a crescent moon charm. Inside the bag will be a candle with a small post-it note in Lycaon's elegant handwriting: "It is as if you wrote the candle's description."
Along with it is a tin, silver and elegant, with a red ribbon tied on its corners. Once pulled open there will be homemade Zebra Truffles with a peanut butter truffle center. They're packaged neatly in pink and red little tissue cups for presentation.
Happy 21st birthday to you yet again. To say you grow more refined each year would be quite the understatement.
I wanted to thank you for all the help you have provided me, for the time you found me struggling to pay my debts, and for giving me a place when I was lost. Words cannot fully say how grateful I am. Please enjoy the treats I made. They cannot compare to your elegance, but imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
I can tell you still worry for me. While I am not sure where it will lead, I think I can say that for once...my life is going in a direction I want for myself. When it is properly brewed, perhaps I will provide that 'tea'.
You will also be happy to know I have learned to appreciate just what PTO gives me. I may be asking to use more of it in the future.
[Normally, Zulius would have WORDS for one of his beloved employees skirting their enforced PTO. But his birthday does happen to be one of the most important dates in the calendar year (obviously) and as such this is an allowable breaking of the rules. Zulius squeals happily as he fusses over the candle- Lycaon's note being VERY apt in his unhumble opinion.
He immediately eats one of the truffles, insatiable sweet tooth that he is, making sounds of delight as he does so. And then, finally, he reads the card- genuinely touched by the message inside. It's not long that Lycaon gets a text response. ]
OMG thank you so much for the gifts, Honey! They were SO nice!! I am gonna totes burn that candle tonight when I take my long, luxurious bubble bath. And the truffles? THE BEST! Delicious with a capital D! What a great way to spend my 21st Birthday! They ALMOST come close to how fabulous I am!
You are more than welcome, you know! I don't regret bringing you into my little Vogue Family for a second. You're where you belong and you're just gonna have to live with being loved forever. I literally make the rules. And that's GOOD! I look forward to all the tea, and I am SO happy for you that things are finally looking up. Now that is the best of the best birthday gifts!
ALSO GOOD! You need more time off. Even you're allowed to relax sometimes, super glad you're finally starting to believe me there. And any time, always, Honey!
[Lycaon is...actually at home for once! Miracles can happen! Though to say he's on the couch or resting is another matter entirely. The text comes through and he reads it, his ears flicking a bit in happiness he wont let his calm, collected face show.]
I am pleased you enjoyed everything, Sir Zulius. And while lately I have been showing my true colours as a rule-breaker, this is one I will follow.
Also, I should let you know your moon phase this year is a Waning Gibbous. I believe its meaning is 'introspection'. To look inside yourself and think of your goals.
In other words...Only you can outdo yourself.
[A bit liberal of him to phrase it that way, but its a way that would make sense to Zulius.]
I do!! Everything is Grade A Fabulous, I promise! And I see you! You rebel! Who's been influencing my good boy! Do I need words with another parent? I'll do it!!!
No kidding! I like that! That is super true for me, of course! Guess that means I will have to outdo myself just to show me who's boss, huh?
[ He really appreciates it okay! He doesn't get all of this most of the time. He needs things explained in small words. ]
Oh Honey, I'd never be disappointed in you unless you wore white after Labour day! I'm HONestly delighted to hear you're letting loose a little! You SHOULD have some fun, Babe! Let all that hair down a little bit.
Also you should totes get a motorcycle, I bet you would get hearts a fluttering.
Should you ever want to learn, I would be happy to teach you.
[Ah. Zulius truly is relentless in his pursuit. This zebra's more akin to a shark. How to tread this...
Redirection!]
If Sir Vergil were to drive one, would that have swooned you in such a way? You do give me the impression of someone who would rather hold onto your partner's waist from behind.
HAH! TY, Sweetie, but I'll pass. Why learn how to drive when I can get people to chauffeur me everywhere? A queen SHOULD have people do the travelling for her after all!
[ He's way too lazy to learn for himself! Luckily, Lycaon has picked the one thing that can always pull Zulius off any of his chases. Because he LOVES talking about Vergil. After himself, Vergil is his favourite subject to talk about!]
Oh, Babe. I would have swooned HARD. I really would like to hold his waist from behind. He's got a VERY hold-able waist. [Zulius please. ] Sigh. It's not to be though. Motorbikes are his bro's thing. He could never bring himself to ride one. It's like, a matter of PRIDE.
[Success. He can't have Zulius prying too deep. The wolf is craftier than he likes to give himself credit for.]
Aha, I've heard of this being a common behavior in siblings. Especially if Sir Vergil is the older brother. I suppose he will just have to sit next to you in your limo as you are chauffered.
[He has pretty sneaky life skills, it turns out! ]
They're twins, actually, which is even funnier! Though it's kind of a WEIRD scenario where they were twins in their past life. Dante is like, an Isekai and Vergil was born in his world. So Dante knows him straight-up as his twin while Vergil's memories had to catch up with him on that one, it's WILD!
I am very okay with that. I can rest my head on his shoulders. He's got NICE shoulders.
[Oh wow, that's a first. The possibilities of how souls can not only transcend time but space as well...]
So in essence, Sir Vergil's brother is the same one from his past life that got transported here.
[Wait. DANTE? THE Dante? That's Vergil's brother? The sheer difference in their personalities...no wonder why Vergil draws the line in the sand. Give him a second to collect himself.]
Well, I am sure he has plans for you for your birthday, so I will not keep you any longer. Thank you once again for everything, Sir Zulius. To your next 21st.
Essentially! Like I said, it's really weird! It took them, like, years to figure it out!
[ It's sure a thing to learn! They couldn't be more different if they tried. And yet here they are, twins who would do absolutely anything for each other while also throwing punches at each other's heads at every available opportunity. ]
Oh, I'm sure he does! I'm looking forward to it! And you're welcome,Sweetie!!! See you soon!
08/10;
When Zulius arrives, there will be pink tulle fabric wrapped around as a gift bag, tied together with white and black strings at the top, adorned with a crescent moon charm. Inside the bag will be a candle with a small post-it note in Lycaon's elegant handwriting: "It is as if you wrote the candle's description."
Along with it is a tin, silver and elegant, with a red ribbon tied on its corners. Once pulled open there will be homemade Zebra Truffles with a peanut butter truffle center. They're packaged neatly in pink and red little tissue cups for presentation.
Finally, there is a card. Upon opening it...]
Sir Zulius,
Happy 21st birthday to you yet again. To say you grow more refined each year would be quite the understatement.
I wanted to thank you for all the help you have provided me, for the time you found me struggling to pay my debts, and for giving me a place when I was lost. Words cannot fully say how grateful I am. Please enjoy the treats I made. They cannot compare to your elegance, but imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
I can tell you still worry for me. While I am not sure where it will lead, I think I can say that for once...my life is going in a direction I want for myself. When it is properly brewed, perhaps I will provide that 'tea'.
You will also be happy to know I have learned to appreciate just what PTO gives me. I may be asking to use more of it in the future.
Thank you. For everything.
-Lycaon ๐
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He immediately eats one of the truffles, insatiable sweet tooth that he is, making sounds of delight as he does so. And then, finally, he reads the card- genuinely touched by the message inside. It's not long that Lycaon gets a text response. ]
OMG thank you so much for the gifts, Honey! They were SO nice!! I am gonna totes burn that candle tonight when I take my long, luxurious bubble bath. And the truffles? THE BEST! Delicious with a capital D! What a great way to spend my 21st Birthday! They ALMOST come close to how fabulous I am!
You are more than welcome, you know! I don't regret bringing you into my little Vogue Family for a second. You're where you belong and you're just gonna have to live with being loved forever. I literally make the rules. And that's GOOD! I look forward to all the tea, and I am SO happy for you that things are finally looking up. Now that is the best of the best birthday gifts!
ALSO GOOD! You need more time off. Even you're allowed to relax sometimes, super glad you're finally starting to believe me there. And any time, always, Honey!
Zules xoxox~
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I am pleased you enjoyed everything, Sir Zulius. And while lately I have been showing my true colours as a rule-breaker, this is one I will follow.
Also, I should let you know your moon phase this year is a Waning Gibbous. I believe its meaning is 'introspection'. To look inside yourself and think of your goals.
In other words...Only you can outdo yourself.
[A bit liberal of him to phrase it that way, but its a way that would make sense to Zulius.]
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I do!! Everything is Grade A Fabulous, I promise! And I see you! You rebel! Who's been influencing my good boy! Do I need words with another parent? I'll do it!!!
No kidding! I like that! That is super true for me, of course! Guess that means I will have to outdo myself just to show me who's boss, huh?
[ He really appreciates it okay! He doesn't get all of this most of the time. He needs things explained in small words. ]
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I have not been called a rebel in years. Would you believe me if I said I used to be quite the troublemaker when I was younger?
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Perhaps I am dipping into my more rebellious side once again, with the influence of all the people here on this app.
That is not disappointing to you, is it?
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Oh Honey, I'd never be disappointed in you unless you wore white after Labour day! I'm HONestly delighted to hear you're letting loose a little! You SHOULD have some fun, Babe! Let all that hair down a little bit.
Also you should totes get a motorcycle, I bet you would get hearts a fluttering.
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..Though I would hate to prove Hugo right--he is convinced I have already seduced half the city.
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He's just saying that because he knows that he won't be able to resist you with a motorcycle. You're gonna make him swoon and he knows it.
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[Ah. Zulius truly is relentless in his pursuit. This zebra's more akin to a shark. How to tread this...
Redirection!]
If Sir Vergil were to drive one, would that have swooned you in such a way? You do give me the impression of someone who would rather hold onto your partner's waist from behind.
[Weapon deployed: BOO]
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[ He's way too lazy to learn for himself! Luckily, Lycaon has picked the one thing that can always pull Zulius off any of his chases. Because he LOVES talking about Vergil. After himself, Vergil is his favourite subject to talk about!]
Oh, Babe. I would have swooned HARD. I really would like to hold his waist from behind. He's got a VERY hold-able waist. [Zulius please. ] Sigh. It's not to be though. Motorbikes are his bro's thing. He could never bring himself to ride one. It's like, a matter of PRIDE.
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Now that you say that, I could not agree more.
[Success. He can't have Zulius prying too deep. The wolf is craftier than he likes to give himself credit for.]
Aha, I've heard of this being a common behavior in siblings. Especially if Sir Vergil is the older brother. I suppose he will just have to sit next to you in your limo as you are chauffered.
[Not a bad alternative.]
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They're twins, actually, which is even funnier! Though it's kind of a WEIRD scenario where they were twins in their past life. Dante is like, an Isekai and Vergil was born in his world. So Dante knows him straight-up as his twin while Vergil's memories had to catch up with him on that one, it's WILD!
I am very okay with that. I can rest my head on his shoulders. He's got NICE shoulders.
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So in essence, Sir Vergil's brother is the same one from his past life that got transported here.
[Wait. DANTE? THE Dante? That's Vergil's brother? The sheer difference in their personalities...no wonder why Vergil draws the line in the sand. Give him a second to collect himself.]
Well, I am sure he has plans for you for your birthday, so I will not keep you any longer. Thank you once again for everything, Sir Zulius. To your next 21st.
:)
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[ It's sure a thing to learn! They couldn't be more different if they tried. And yet here they are, twins who would do absolutely anything for each other while also throwing punches at each other's heads at every available opportunity. ]
Oh, I'm sure he does! I'm looking forward to it! And you're welcome,Sweetie!!! See you soon!
xoxo