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[thetombkeeper]

"Hello, this is Marik Ishtar. I'm unable to answer your call right now. Please leave a message and I'll try to get back to you as soon as possible. If you have questions pertaining to my business, please direct your messages to [at]THECYCLITZAR. Thanks!"

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[thetombkeeper]

[And as always, Marik's happy to see her in any capacity. His face immediately lights up when he starts his video feed.]

Hey, Shy.

[There's a pause as he notices her expression. His eyebrows arch slightly but he continues smiling, hoping that it isn't anything he's done to warrant that look.]

Everything alright...?

[shiningkindness]

[ Fluttershy hums softly, tilting her head a bit. ] Oh yes, everything's fine. Sorry. Just, um...I got this weird invitation in the mail today.

[ Reaching for something off screen, she then adjusts the invitation on the screen so that he would be able to read it. ]

[thetombkeeper]

[The blonde leans in closer to get a better look.]

Breeding Association... Bring a guest if...

Oh.

[He grins sheepishly.]

Of course I'll go with you. Thanks for extending the invitation to me. Maybe I can learn some things there to help me with the dealership.

[Another pause as he realizes how that may have come across as overly confident.]

... If that's what you're insinuating, I mean. I don't want to just invite myself along.

[shiningkindness]

[ With a soft giggle, she nods. ] Yes, I'd really like to bring you as my guest. It's a bit...I dunno, strange? It doesn't even say what kind of event it is, and I'd just feel better if you were there with me.

[thetombkeeper]

[He fiddles with his earring as he chuckles nervously.]

Yeah, of course. You know I'm more than happy to accompany you to anything no matter the reason. From the phrasing of the invitation, it seems like it'll be pretty official...

[A pause before his eyes light up a little.]

... You wanna have matching outfits? Not identical or anything but maybe colors and accessories that work together?

[Marik you dork.]

[shiningkindness]

[ She smiles, a little relieved. ] Thanks, Marik. It does feel pretty official. Even the paper the invitation is printed on feels expensive.

[ She hadn't quite expected that, and she can't help a soft laugh. ] Well, um, we could! I'm not even really sure what to wear, though. It doesn't give any kind of dress code or clue of what we'll even be doing.

[thetombkeeper]

[He chuckles at that.]

No need to thank me. I'll take any excuse to spend more time with you.

... And it looks expensive. I don't know how that's possible.

[Marik hums in thought and taps his cheek.]

Judging by the wording, the way the letter is presented, and the name of the organization, I'd be willing to bet it'll be pretty formal. Still, we don't need to go that route. I can wear one of my more "business casual" outfits. I think one of your sundresses with a light cardigan would work perfectly if you're alright with that.

[He means his more yakuza style outfits when he says "business casual."]

[shiningkindness]

[ Her smile softens a bit, and some of the nerves about this whole thing do seem to ebb. Having him there with her really will help her feel better.

She considers his suggestion for a moment, then nods. ] I think that would work. I don't know if I have anything that fancy anyway, and I'd probably prefer the sundress anyway. Maybe something spring-colored? I know it's not spring yet, but it should be getting warmer soon.

[thetombkeeper]

I wouldn't want you to go fancy if you aren't feeling it anyways. Whatever makes you the most comfortable. We don't need to stay long either.

Hmmm... I'll rock white and lavender then to match you! And maybe we can go out for dessert afterwards?

[shiningkindness]

Mm, okay. It really depends on what happens, but I will admit I am a bit curious about all this.

Oh, that's a good idea! It...doesn't actually say where the event takes place, but I'm sure we'll be able to find someplace for dessert nearby.

[thetombkeeper]

Yeah, me too. Hopefully it'll be fun.

Guess we'll find out when we get picked up? I imagine it won't be anywhere too out of the way... I'll bring Chafu with me just in case.

[Any excuse to ride his Cyclizar and have Shy hang on to him.]

[shiningkindness]

Hopefully! It can't be too bad if it's a breeder association, right?

[ Couldn't possibly be too much trouble, right? ]

I suppose so. I'd imagine they would provide transportation back as well, but it might be good to have Chafu anyway.

[ Fluttershy isn't really a motorcycle person, but she can't help being intrigued by the Cyclizar. ]