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[killerwaves]

GARDEN OF AVALON


[🎵]

There is a moment of silence. That is all there is, following the end one meets, but it is wrong to say that nothing else proceeds afterward. Indeed, upon the deceased opening their eyes, there's a feeling like settling into a body that has not yet crossed over, and an undeniable bright scene in front of them.

Is it heaven? Is it purgatory? These are the questions that may unfurl when faced with a bright, vibrant sky with pleasant colors, and soft clouds. Alongside this pleasing sight are picturesque rivers, running around fields of flowers mixed with lively greenery that seems to extend to distances behind one's comprehension. But, make no mistake—there are large trees dotted here or there, where someone might feel compelled to lie under given how welcoming they look.

Perhaps most striking, however, is the floating tower, that seems currently unreachable no matter how close anyone nears it. Does it need to be blocked off with an invisible shield? Honestly, no. But nobody knows that, and maybe no one will figure it out either, despite how many times they will ask who frequents it...who so happens to be standing outside of it, but also nearby. Huh.

Who's that? Well, that's—

Merlin, Mage of Flowers
💮

What a shock, isn't it? To see someone like Merlin so soon. Yet, he hardly seems perturbed, as he says, "Oh, so you've come! What a terrible fate you've been met with. But, don't worry, there's plenty of things to keep you occupied with.

What do I mean by that, you ask? I mean yourselves, of course! And, yes, by the way, you're still dead. So sorry about that. If you need anything, though, just call my name and I'll be there."

Beat. "Probably."

Then he disappears helpfully in a flurry of petals, not even saying where this is. Wow, helpful, isn't he? But, you have more than enough time to explore, at least. And hey, where did that random shack come from far off in the distance? If one goes in, they'll find a random bookcase inside, filled to the brim with fairytales that automatically replenishes if all books have been read with new ones. In addition, there's a random 'fan magazine' of the super popular idol Magi☆Mari; a beautiful white-haired young woman with purple eyes. Huh, why does she look familiar?

...Anyway, at least this will all keep one occupied.

As a side note, off to the distance are a a massive gathering of trees, but whenever one tries to approach them they can't seem to actually get close. How obnoxious! Looks like you'll have to just continue to admire your surroundings of pink flowers, one or two solitary trees, rivers, and other flora for miles on end.

As of 'Week 3', there is now an additional, cutesy shed in the Garden of Avalon that can be accessed for arts and crafts materials. Sewing kits, canvasses, painting materials, paper, you name it! There also is a shelf full of lube as well, for your needs. They will have a hint of a flower scent.

As of 'Week 4', the forest is glowing and can at some point be entered for funtimes.

By 'Final Week', there is a small little cottage of some sort that has appeared, which is ridiculously more spacious once walked into. It appears to be like a little free-for-all clothing store, except everything is free of charge. The styles range from cutesy pink, stylish, fancy, and to even towards the gothic side of things...but also there is a spot filled with make-up and the like! Do you want to look pretty in death? No worries, you too can shine here as well with beauty products found along the shelves, and of course mirrors alongside changing rooms for your convenience.

There are also knitting tools, for those wanting to really step up their skills.

Additionally, in this large 'cottage', there are private changing rooms with mirrors and a plush long seat to sit down if you want to for whatever reason. The doors lock once someone is inside and the door is closed.

Lastly, for those feeling 'adventurous', they would also happen to find costumes. Sexy ones, likes nurses, maids, and the like, but also silly 'scary' ones like a t-rex and a sheet ghost.

The forest has also stopped glowing, and upon entering it give you view to a beautiful lake surrounded by trees (sans mist.) The sky is still a fantastical color, and taking a soak at any time is possible.

However, on the other side of the forest, is a field of beautiful blue flowers, and a perpetually midnight sky.

Comments

[immortalpoet]

...I suppose pasta is good.

[you know, like 🤌]

Can you make it?

[conchy]

[Lobelia nods enthusiastically, but also arches a brow at Vergilius as if to say "duh. What can't I do?"]

Are you a fan of seafood, Vergilius? I wouldn't mind making you a plate if you beg just right.

[immortalpoet]

I've had it a few times.

[Now he's getting a Look(TM).]

I'm not going to beg. Keep your seafood.

[conchy]

[His favorite look...! It's almost as delectable as his favorite meal.............!

...But Lobelia doesn't make a scene, as much as he'd like to. That would make Vergilius Unhappy.]

How I wish you would! But that's alright, mon cher. You don't seem like the type of man who knows how to do much more than boil an egg, so allow me to handle the culinary affairs.

[immortalpoet]

[He does the doubleblinkwhiteguy.gif.]

...I can cook. Not a lot, but a bit. It's not that hard.

[conchy]

Is that so...?

[Why does Lobelia look like he seriously doubts that? Who knows!]

Then you'll cook alongside me and make this a team effort?

[immortalpoet]

No.

[#mean]

[conchy]

Hm?! Why not? You just claimed that you aren't as inept as you seem!

[USELESS MEAN OLD MAN???]

[immortalpoet]

Because I don't feel like it.

[#verymean]

[conchy]

Vous êtes cruel! You're denying us both a perfect opportunity to strengthen our bond...!

[As if that's going to matter once they're out of here and have access to more than apples and the occasional preprepared feast??]

[immortalpoet]

What does cooking together have to do with that? What is it? Just making food in the same place?

[conchy]

Non, non, non! Mon dieu, so unromantic!

[Cooking is so much more than that! Before Lobelia even begins explaining, he's thrown his arms out wide to dramatically gesticulate.]

Cooking together is one of life's simplest and purest pleasures! I would spend many a night helping Maman in the kitchen trading stories over the stovetop.

[Hm. How can he make the idea of cooking together appeal to Verg? Ah, he's got it.]

Have you never cooked together with the enfants at the orphanage? Memories are invaluable, you know, even the mundane ones.

[immortalpoet]

[HE'S ROLLING HIS EYES AT THE "UNROMANTIC" PART.]

Simplest pleasures...


[And.........oh.]

[That really is an aim at his soft spot. Damn you, Lobelia.]

...So what if I did?

[gluttoning]

He made it for me. [Said from a distance. He heard pasta.]

[immortalpoet]

And you ate it? Wait, it's you. Of course you ate it.

[gluttoning]

Yeah.

I thought it was good.

[immortalpoet]

At least he's skilled in something. [#VERYMEAN]

[gluttoning]

He's good at giving me a headache.

And giving me resistance for push-ups. Sort of. [When its not, like... 10x his own weight.]

[immortalpoet]

He shouldn't be proud of that.

And........what, did he sit on your back or something? Why would you allow him to do that.

[gluttoning]

I asked him.

[surprise!]

He got on my nerves asking me to go out with him to sing songs to the birds. But he said he could make me food if I tagged along.

I said yes, but only if he'd sit on my back while I trained first, since he wasted part of my run time.

[immortalpoet]

...

[WHY DOES ANYONE GIVE HIM THE TIME OF DAY YOU ALL BOUGHT YOUR OWN CORRUPTION ARCS WITH THIS!!! "what about you, verg" he's exempt,]

You do realize he probably enjoyed the back part, right.

[gluttoning]

Yeah. I didn't care. So long as he kept his word and let me do my exercise.

[A sharp exhale.]

He tried to crush me like a can for a second, teaching me about his magic. But he backed off when I got irritated.

[immortalpoet]

Yeah, he'll do that. Surprised he even backed off.

[gluttoning]

Mn.

He kept his word at least. And because I learned that, and he did that... it's how I knew from the start that he was definitely the one that took you away.

He didn't end up hiding it, though. So I guess it didn't matter much.

[sippy sipp on his dragon refresher]

[immortalpoet]

You can say "he ripped out your heart and left you to die under a go-kart". It's fine.

[A little huff.]

He's not exactly subtle. I'm not surprised.