[RL - birthday party.]

[unknownrival]

[Anyone who's one of Issei's friends (that does not include you, Greed) received a handwritten invitation to Issei's temple on March 3rd. They were invited over to dinner and then to schmoozing afterwards.

Dinner was remarkably delicious for something prepared by monks, and the party is now in the 'random conversation in the largest room available' segment. There's also a cake on one of the tables.

Issei will be coming to chat up every guest, or they can talk amongst themselves.]

Comments

[heavenlyhome]

[It's good to see so many people gathered for the sake of her younger brother. He does have many friends, doesn't he? Such a kind person; she's very proud of him. The party was lovely, as expected, and Issei-kun seemed to have enjoyed himself. Her musing continues as she fetches more dirty plates from room to kitchen. Cleaning is a habit, and it's her duty as an older sister to make sure her dear younger brother has nothing to worry over.

He will not have to lift a finger all day. It's the lease she can do.]

[unknownrival]

Oneesama, please, I can take care of the plates.

[He won't go down without a fight.]

[heavenlyhome]

Nonsense, it's no trouble. Go back to your guests, dear.

[unknownrival]

It won't take that long.

[heavenlyhome]

Exactly. Please let it to me.

[unknownrival]

Well, if you absolutely insist.

[heavenlyhome]

I do. Enjoy your special day, dear. It won't take but a moment.

[unknownrival]

Thank you, Oneesama.

[heavenlyhome]

You're welcome, otouto-kun.

[Really, she's gone for no more than a moment, and then she's back.]

From your smile, you must be enjoying yourself, dear.

[unknownrival]

So many people I love are having a good time. Of course.

[heavenlyhome]

You are very sweet.

[unknownrival]

Thank you, Oneesama.

[heavenlyhome]

And now, it seems, we shall have one of these conversations in person. It truly is good to see you happy, my dear.

[unknownrival]

I am blessed with a wonderful, loving sister.

[heavenlyhome]

And I a wonderfully loving brother.

[unknownrival]

[Cheek kiss.]

[heavenlyhome]

Why, now-- [This is a blush, but also a smile.] whatever was that for?

[unknownrival]

For appreciation.

[heavenlyhome]

... Have you been taking flattering lessons from your friends?

[unknownrival]

Perhaps I have.

[heavenlyhome]

I think that you have. Quite a few.

[unknownrival]

Is that so bad?

[heavenlyhome]

Not at all. This simply means I must, how is it said, ah, "step up my game", isn't it?

[unknownrival]

Yes, that's it exactly.

[heavenlyhome]

[forehead kiss!]