[Mirikon]

>>>>>[Say, Xerena, what do you think about having the ceremony in Cara'sir, and then heading to Seattle to have the reception at Club Penumbra? If we're going to do a '50s theme, then there's no place better than somewhere that is still living it up like the 50s, right?

And yes, anyone who causes trouble will be dealt with most severely, I promise.

Wolfgar, I'm thinking no on the drone flybys. For one thing, it may cause a bit of an issue with the Peace Forces to have CAS drones flying overhead. Just a thought.

I got the latest fashion magazines (of the appropriate level, naturally) and forwarded them to the ladies. For the guys, traditional formal wear is fine, whether it is a tuxedo, a traditional Chinese outfit, or a military dress uniform.

As for my best man, I thought of asking one of my brothers, but Arkash and Garret are both busy with work, and can't take much time off. And neither of them is really suitable for this. Arkash is too reserved, and Garret lives in the Matrix, unless someone sets up a signal jammer. My army buddies would be a good choice, but they're active duty, and I don't even know if they'll be able to get leave for the wedding itself, much less get time enough for the planning involved. Most of the other males I know are non-elves. Doesn't matter to me, but this is the Tir, and I am a noble, so appearances must be upheld sometimes. What about it, Smiley? Care to do the job?]<<<<<

--Iceblade (06:56:22/01-21-75)

[The Wyrm Ouroboros]

>>>>>[ Xerena, it would be an honor.  However, neither you nor your intended should not bother yourselves with such troublesome details other than each other; leave any disruptive activity to your maid of honor and best man.  And if his best man is the disruptive one, then leave it to your maid of honor.  If Smiley-kun is attending, however, perhaps you should offer to Autumn-chan as another bridesmaid.
          I am reminded that I am also remiss in requesting an invitation for a ... close acquaintance of mine, Miss Lily.  It is more in the nature of a formality, but it is important to her that such be observed.  You have not met, but at our relatively recent meeting, it was a possibility.
        Iceblade, are you certain that a noble of your social circle within Tir Tairngire would not be more appropriate and politic? Not to offend Smiley-kun more than I already have, but though he may be an elf, he is not even remotely the most socially acceptable person to have standing in your wedding circle. ]<<<<<
          -- Hawatari (17:13:28/01-21-2075)

[Mirikon]

>>>>>[Smiley has shown himself perfectly capable of maintaining proper decorum in high society. Better, in fact, than some nobles I've known. And, though I personally find it distasteful to think about such things regarding my own wedding, consider the ramifications of someone of Smiley's stature and reputation standing as part of the wedding party, along with other skilled runners both in the party and amongst the guests. It sends a subtle message about who Xerena and I might be able to call to help us out if there was a bit of 'trouble'. Whether the message is truth or not is inconsequential. What matters most is that these things are known. There are nobles within my social circle that I am familiar enough with to ask to stand with me, however, they have roles within the Peace Forces and the Information Secretariat that prevent them from engaging in public displays under their true identities. And while I doubt any will show, I'll of course be extending invitations to the current and most of the former Princes as well. A formality, given that Mother and Father are of Ducal rank, but I doubt any of them will come. Of course, given my sister's relation with her, I'll be extending an invitation to the former Prince Hestaby. My sister was a Paladin to the dragon, so it would be a grave insult not to invite her. And one should never insult a dragon if one wishes to live to a ripe old age of several hundred.]<<<<<

--Iceblade (18:01:22/01-21-75)

[Smiley]

>>>>>[Someone's best man? That would be a first, that's for damn sure! Hahaha! But sure, I'll stand at your side wearing one of those fancy pants. And oh hey! I do know how to behave! I just usually don't like to! Misbehaving is one of my natural talents, why would I not use it to its full extent? It would be a shame wasting such a talent! Hahaha!

Oh and I'm not offended at all! All have the right to hate my guts! Everyone's free to think what they like. Words are the reflection of the mind but actions are what reflects the heart! I'm not going to be upset by what someone said though I might point out how stupid that person is! What someone does might upset me! But beware, spreading bulldrek to hurt my rep isn't just words comin' out of someone speaking his mind, it's attacking me! Just making sure everyone gets the subtlety before someone gets any crazy ideas. I can respect honesty! I really do. Serious as drek! I'm touching wood here!

See? I'm not so bad! As a matter of fact, I've never cared about the color of someone's skin, his metatype, the country he comes from or the god he chooses to worship. I see only strength, power and cunning or weakness in others, in other words I only see their worth. I've even had great respect for some of the beings I killed and/or destroyed! For me it's a job, I like my job and I'm really good at it! Oh well, that won't change the fact I'm doing really bad and horrible things but at least I'm doing it without prejudice!]<<<<<
     -- Smiley (21:55:06/01-20-75)

[Solodice]

>>>>>[A wedding... I think the last wedding I was at was,oh lets see... it was so far back I don't even remember but probably all for the best. Also going to a wedding would probably just give me culture shock after being so far removed from such a life so long ago but it wouldn't hurt to renter that life. I am visiting in the Tir right now on some business so if you need some extra help keeping all the military boys in check or extra security (I'm sure you already have that covered) I'm only a commlink message away.]<<<<<

--Miner Fox (8:18:54/1-21-75)

[All4BigGuns]

>>>>>[I'm honored to be chosen as a bride's maid, Madre. Just let me know what you want me to take care of in the way of the preparations, and I'll get right to work on it.

And thanks for the info, Ice. I've gotten some other information along those lines and gotten it sent to a local tailor to get something made.]<<<<<

--Predator (22:21:42/1-21-2075)

[The Wyrm Ouroboros]

>>>>>[ ... no, I'm not.  No, look, his parents don't even like me.  Hell, he doesn't like me.  Because he's a nitwit brainwashed fantasist, I said N-- oh, goddammit.
          Mirikon, Xerena, all the happys and that crap. My little kaffeklatch say many ever-afters, and there is recognition being passed your way from another female, invitation-not-required.  I'd call that requested-that-it-not-be-sent, more like - with extreme prejudice.
          And Rakhi, I don't distain you, I just think you're young and deliberately keeping your head under the covers a bit too long.  Ten years, twenty years - in this era, it's a hell of a long time, and no matter what, I still have hope (more, now) that reality will head-smack you into seeing the problems of the people under your heels.  The Rinelle didn't fix everything.  Or even most things, honestly.
          Bah.  Too much of this crap is too deep in my bones.
          If I could get into town without causing a fuss, I might crash your party, invite or not, with my holy-high-hog and all, but effort like that (because I know, after all, that the IS is still looking for me to ask a few pointed questions) is better spent on seeing my own family.
          ... it is suggested that you place Rapa Nui on your itinerary. ]<<<<<
          -- The Wyrm Ouroboros (02:15:00/01-22-2075)

[Mirikon]

>>>>>[I see the problems people under me have. They're the same problems that have existed for Shark knows how long. They were there before the Tir. They were there before the USA split up. They have always been there. Poverty, hunger, the difference between haves and have nots. That won't change, no matter where or when you go. All that changes is who has and who has not. I'm just one man, so I will focus on those close to me. I have made oaths, and chosen my path. What good does it do me to spend my time worrying about things I cannot change? Instead, I will turn my attention to my path, and handle the obstacles in my way as I come to them. I'm not out to change the world, just to live in it. As long as I act in a way that satisfies my own conscience in my personal dealings, I see no reason to change things. Perhaps I am limiting myself, but every swordsman knows that when you overreach, that is when you fall. I strike at targets within my reach, and the problems of the lower classes are not within that circle.

So yes, I see the problems of those under me. I choose instead to deal with the problems that I can actually deal with, instead of wasting my time and energy railing the world. The Tir is a wonderful place to live, as far as I'm concerned. For some, there are certainly hardships, but really, the only difference between the Tir and the UCAS is that elves are on top, instead of humans. There's haves and have nots in both countries, and in both, there are subtle (and not-so-subtle) measures in place to make sure those groups stay where they are. That is how metahumanity operates, and always has. This current is too strong to fight, so I swim with the flow, and make the best of it I can.]<<<<<

--Iceblade (10:57:22/01-23-75)

[Keita]

>>>>>[ Hawatari, can you tell me more about Miss Lily? Also...I will certainly consider Autumn. Three formidable ladies should definitely be able to keep things relatively civilised.

And Wyrmy, don't worry. I know better that to invite her. I do thank her for the recognition, though. And Rapa Nui is noted. Interesting destination. Feel free to discreetly crash the wedding? If you do come, try not to antagonise my mate. Please? Just for one day in your life. You can do that for an old lady can't you? ]<<<<<
          -- Madrecita (10:28:28/01-24-75)

[The Wyrm Ouroboros]

>>>>>[ ... I ... she ... hm.
          I have a clear grasp of English, but sometimes offering metaphors and deliberate implications are not my best suit. ]<<<<<
          -- Hawatari (21:58:06/01-24-2075)

>>>>>[ She's a young person with a very old soul, Madrecita.  A very etherial sort, so to speak.  She's embarked upon a new phase in her life, and she's decided that Hawatari is the person she's going to do it with.  Granted, there was an offer you couldn't refuse in there, but not everything is always up to us, eh? ]<<<<<
          -- The Wyrm Ouroboros (22:00:00/01-24-2075)

[Wolfboy]

>>>>>[Alright, good news, Maria said not just yes but hell yes, she even wants to come to the wedding. I told her i would talk to you two. Penumbra is yours for the asking, i have an in with the current owners and they said sure, just let them know who was doing the catering and they would arrainge. Hey Ice, you think if we promise him an AI as his date, we could pull your brother out of the matrix for one day to be part of your wedding? Gods, I havent been this excited in forever.

On a different note, one of my teams just got back from the Tir, courtesy of Shiwase pulling their cajones out of the TTPF flame. I actually think the pull went a lot higher but I cant be sure. The reason for their little misadventure however I am sure of, they were engaged in a little matrix smash and grab and were double crossed by their Johnson. The way they were double crossed is almost as interesting as where they did the smash and grab being as they had to go in and do it physically. The double cross was pulled off by spraying the area around the meet with micro-RFID chips. These were used to track them as they had to walk right through the mist that was the carrier. Where they did the hit however was on the 81st floor of the ACHE.]<<<<<

--Wolfgar (19:07:21/01-27-2075)

[All4BigGuns]

>>>>>[81st floor you say? That's the floor my mother's office/lab was on prior to the Shutdown debacle.]<<<<<

--Predator (20:16:44/01-27-2075)

[Wolfboy]

>>>>>[Do you have any idea what she was working on? That program they recovered is nasty if it ever is made to work, if it can be made to work.]<<<<<

--Wolfgar (20:28:14/01-27-2075)

[All4BigGuns]

>>>>>[No idea. She didn't really talk about her projects, but she was an absolute genius with computer technologies. I'd imagine it was something to do with that.]<<<<<

--Predator (01:02:44/01-28-2075)

[Mirikon]

>>>>>[Ah, I heard about that action. And yes, the pull did go a good bit higher, from what I can tell. Tell your boys that someone will be calling in a big favor one of these days, likely the kind that involves you doing things no sane person would ever consider. As for the Arcology, I'm surprised that there's anything still left to find on the lower floors. Those poor slobs who took the UCAS up on their 'affordable housing for the SINless' ploy have plenty of free time on their hands. By the way, the astral is still nasty around the arcology. And one of my contacts is a techno who swears that the Arcology matrix is full of e-ghosts. Like some Resonance version of the Shattergraves in Chicago.

And yes, we'll pass word along once the caterer has been decided. And my brothers will be at the wedding, I assure you. They both will have Midsummer off for the holiday, so that's not a problem. They aren't in the wedding party because they don't know whether they'll be able to make it to all the usual functions beforehand. But yes, they'll be at the ceremony, and the reception. They may be more adept at the political and business games than I am, but they are aware that things would be most... unfortunate for them if they missed this for anything short of a full on emergency. I told them, in no uncertain terms (and perhaps a few exagerated ones), that it would be a contest between Mother and an angry Spaniard to see who got to them first if they skipped out. That, and I have plenty of blackmail stories from when we were kids to tell their friends. Nothing that would actually threaten their positions, of course, but oh the fun wives, mistresses, and girlfriends would have with them, hmm?]<<<<<

--Iceblade (01:54:22/01-28-75)