video | un: fullbloom

[joies]

WHO: Persephone
WHERE: The network
WHEN: Around the end of May
WHAT: Tree grandma has arrived and wants to say hi!!
WARNINGS: Maybe language, but will update if needed

[ When the video feed flickers on, the sight everyone will be greeted to is a woman who is literally blooming - flowers dot throughout her hair, branch-like horns curl above her head and there's glimpses of flowery "tattoos" peeking from under her halter top. Basically as flower-y a person can look.

And she has the sunny disposition to match her look, smile bright as she speaks. ]

Hello, good afternoon! I've already introduced myself to my little group, but I figured I would greet everyone else as well. [ She pauses, humming quietly for a moment. ]

My name is Persephone, just Persie is fine, and before anyone worries - no, I'm not the Persephone from Greek mythology. I just like the name, and I've had it for years now. [ Best to get that out of the way first. ]

I am also part of POKEGO, as Professor Pomegranate, and I've been with the group since the very beginning. Most of my focus has been helping the junior division, and while I'm here I'll be assisting with the apprenticeship program as well as anything else that needs an old lady's touch.

So. If anyone has any questions or concerns or anything like that, I'll do my best to answer. Otherwise, it's lovely to meet you all!

[ Considering her seniority in the group, she doesn't... expect the best reaction. But it's something she's been prepared for. ]

Comments

un: silverrose

[fionnuisce]

The clarification is appreciated, because at this point I don't know if that would have surprised me.

Professor Waver Velvet, one half of the other side of Cygnus Academy's administration. It's a pleasure to meet you.

[joies]

[ Sorry Waver, she is at least using voice because she sucks at texting. ]

I have heard that a Greek god did appear at one point. I would rather not have the actual Goddess Persephone attempt to smite me for stolen identity, if she ever shows up.

But a pleasure to meet you too, Professor Velvet! I look forward to working with you, and let me know if there's anything I can do to assist.

[fionnuisce]

[He'd at least respond in kind, a tired and overworked voice with an English accent responding:]

Likewise. We're hoping this ends up a mutually beneficial arrangement, so I'm willing to help however I'm capable. Within reason.

[joies]

[ Sir are you okay - ]

Of course, I won't expect you to go too much out of your way. You've already done us a great favour. But...

Pardon how blunt this is, but you sound exhausted. Do you need some extra assistance around the academy?

[fionnuisce]

Oh, no, no, it's fine. [you can HEAR the dismissive hand wave in his voice.] Finishing with university finals right into all this was simply an unexpected adjustment, it's nothing serious.

text | un: blackbirdtarot

[drewthetower]

honestly we had fuckin Zagreus and Thanatos the actual gods so if you WERE actual Persephone the goddess we wouldn't have even blinked

August Villareal, the one with the business degree in charge of Cygnus

voice

[joies]

Ha, I wonder how long until the entire pantheon shows up... [ Pause. ] Actually, no, Zeus turning up would be terrible.

[ Nobody wants that. ]

But it's a pleasure to meet you, August! And thank you for establishing this academy as well.

voice

[drewthetower]

[He will switch to voice too!]

Please no Zeus. My minor was in classics and please no Zeus.

[joies]

[ There's quiet chuckle in response. ]

The city has been safe from him so far, so hopefully it stays that way. [ Hopefully. ]

Video: UN: hotgoss

[bebest]

[Was Persie expecting to see a whole-ass zebra centaur grinning at her on the screen this fine day? Probably not, but this is what she's getting!]

Oh, Honey. I LOVE the look! The horns, the flowers, the HAIR. [He makes a little chef's kiss gesture. ] GORgeous! If you're an old lady, I want your skincare routine because it slays!

[And with that he'll strike a pose, hucking a handful of glitter in the air to fall around him for effect. Did- did he just have that on him?]

ANYway, the glorious person before you is Zulius! I own the Vogue Theatre in town, which is the place to be!

[joies]

[ This is not what she was expecting but she is THRILLED!! ]

Oh, you know how to flatter a woman, darling! Such praise from a dazzling sight such as yourself. [ She has the hunch, the slightest hunch, he may swing a certain way. But that won't stop her from giving out the compliments all the same. ]

Ah, I go by a simple routine of sunlight and water. It has done me well over the past few centuries, but you say that as if your own skincare isn't astounding. Honestly!

[ ... Where did that glitter come from? Does he just - Actually, it doesn't matter. What does matter is that it looks fantastic. ]

It's an absolute delight to meet you, Zulius! Obviously I'll need to take a look at this theatre as soon as possible, it's been far too long since I've been to one in general.

[bebest]

[There's something SUPER SUBTLE about him which suggests, ever so slightly, he might swing one particular way. If she squints. It's so hard to see. ]

What can I say? I've got an eye for fabulousness! And THANK you, you're correct, of course, I'm stunning! Thanks for pointing it out.

[Look, he can appreciate a good compliment no matter who it comes from!]

I've got a great routine, it's true. I don't know if it would last me centuries, but hey I'm willing to give the sunlight and water thing a try. But seriously? Nothing else? Not even like. Papaya extract or anything?

[Don't question the glitter. It's best not to think about it. Live at peace, Persie.]

Likewise, Darling! And please do! We've got a WHOLE lot of everything going on next month, the place is never gonna rest.

[joies]

[ The most subtle thing ever. As subtle as the glitter he threw around himself. ]

Well, I suppose magic does come into play so there is a bit of cheating involved. Though papaya extract is not one I've heard of before, maybe I'll take a look into that...

I'll admit, I've not kept up with the more modern skincare routine, so if you have any suggestions I'm all ears.

[ Because plants and zebra centaurs should absolutely pamper themselves. ]

Next month... Oh, yes, it's Pride isn't it! [ Her expression lights up, her hands clapping together in glee. ] I'm expecting some amazing performances and parties then! I don't suppose you can tell me a little preview of what you have planned?

[bebest]

[How anyone can ever tell is a miracle.]

I recommend it! Even if you've got magic, can't hurt to give yourself a little pampering as a treat, right? And I can give you a whole list. Maybe not all my secrets, a girl's gotta keep some things to herself, but I can still share some of them.

[It is their RIGHT!! And he grins, bouncing in excitement. A lot of energy goes into this celebration every month and he's happy to see someone else pumped about it, too!]

Oh, you better believe it! We've got full parties every evening, we're talking dancing, we're talking the most colourful cocktails in the world, it's gonna be a blast. We've got some primo musicals showing too, and the last week? Hot damn, a whole ass drag race.

text; un: fern

[laminae]

[Fern is used to seeing flowers in hair, since his own hair blooms like that during warm weather. The horns, though, those are different.]

dang did you grow those horns
how the heck do i do that

voice

[joies]

That's a good question!

[ She's sticking to voice since grandma can't text. But her answer iiiiissss; ]

And I have no idea. It just happened for me, and all I can really do is change their size.

[laminae]

really? that's it?

man that's gotta suck
i guess you could at least make totally sick giant horns though

[joies]

That's it!

It's not all bad, they look nice and colourful in the spring. And exactly, though too big or I risk topping over.

[ A pause, as she thinks for a moment. ]

But I have used them to hit people before, it's very effective.

un: floresdemayo

[senorita_perfecta]

(Isabela is very used to seeing flowers appearing on people’s hair as she sometimes adds them onto her intentionally and unintentionally alike. However it’s the horns that threw her into a loop.)

Well thank you for the clarification, Professor, because otherwise I might have mixed you up for the other Persephone everyday.

Isabela Madrigal, I’m just a simple florist from the Midtown section although I’m not originally from this city.

[joies]

[ Fae genetics make little sense, but Persie thinks she wears it well. ]

Ah, best not to do that in case the actual Persephone shows up. Mistaken identity with a Greek Goddess may end badly.

But it's a pleasure to meet you, Isabela. I'm sure it's rather obvious, but I'm rather fond of flowers, so you may see me often. [ Just only a little bit fond, of course. ]

Where are you originally from, if I may ask?

[senorita_perfecta]

I’m originally from Colombia, although it is not the same Colombia from this world. The one I’m from is in another Earth. Multiple worlds do exist in a way; I have been in this city since the end of September.

Oh nice, I enjoy flowers as well. That can explain my job very much.

video; un: freelancer

[lapislazily]

[... Now hold on just a minute.]

... I didn't expect to meet you here, Persephone. [Sure she had horns when they met but he didn't know she was immortal like him. That hadn't been the topic of conversation at the time.]

It's been a while. I hope you've been well since Amsterdam.

[wait why does he hear muffled boss music]

[joies]

[ Oh, someone who already knows her -

- Wait. Wait a fucking second. He's here? That stuffy, uptight old man is here?? ]

Ah, Zhongli. It has been a while. [ How can a greeting sound so gentle but so threatening at the same time. ] But I have been doing well, I've kept busy. I hope you're well also.

[ Pause. ]

Now, I'm just wondering... What do you remember of our little meeting?

[ Like that awful dress. And her insistence he pay her back. ]

[lapislazily]

[He doesn't seem to notice. Or care.]

I've recently taken up teaching history at the university here. It's a relief to know that an appetite for learning hasn't completely left the newest generations.

[boomer.........]

I have a near-perfect memory, though it may take me a moment.

[joies]

[ If she gets anything besides complete stonewalling from this man, she'll be amazed. ]

Oh, they'll always want to learn, they just seem... pickier about it nowadays. Though the position of a teacher does suit you.

[ Unsure if she would want to sit in one of his lectures though - ]

Oh good, so then you should remember the dress.