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[reposing]

It's a bit interesting to learn about the more recent traditions of humans. To think that Saint Valentine is associated with romantic love is a bit... peculiar to me considering his history, but I suppose I can see how it may have evolved.

Regardless, the people of Wallachia would celebrate Dragobete on February 24th. There's obviously less interest within the vampire community, but I am aware of its traditions and it appears to be similar to your Valentine's Day for its purposes. Dragobete was the son of Baba Dochia, who herself is essentially the personification of the end of a difficult winter and the start of spring, which in itself is often associated with fertility. Due to this, the day is also known as "the day when the birds are betrothed." Dragobete himself is a character of immense kindness and was chosen as the Guardian of Love.

I suppose in perspective, this will be my first time celebrating either. I would also like to ask if your culture has their own way to celebrate love, or fertility as it can be seen as.

My other question: I would like to know if there is anyone ordained here. I am looking for holy water to be made.

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[reposing]

It wouldn't hurt to see if yours is the same or similar to what I'm looking for.

Valentione. Hm. Similar enough. The Saint Valentine of history in my world was a man who was martyred for protecting the Christians. Do you know if your Valentione is similar?

I have a few ideas, but I think there is someone I want to try to do something for. It'll be my first time actually celebrating it.

[menphina]

Only if you've the ingredients I'm looking for. I'd need a specific mistletoe and a purifying spring water, and the holy aspect comes from it all being untouched by anything conflicting, and ordained by a priest. All I knew was that the water would be taken to be blessed and we were usually given very specific instructions on the preparation environment.

[ It all felt very important but as part of her guild work, it was a pain. ]

As for Valentione's— the idea of it comes from the journey of Countess Arabelle de Valentione, a noblewoman who went on a brave journey on a quest to spread true love and happiness through the realm. It's a sweet tale, really. Now it's a bit too commercialised, but I suppose giving people sweets and showing them how much you care is a way of making them happy, aye?

I'm going to give you something for it too! Just don't expect anything fantastic. I can't bake worth shite.

[reposing]

So regardless, we're probably going to need a priest. A bit of a conundrum, but nothing horribly urgent.

[There's only one other vampire he's aware of, so no big deal.]

A fine tale. Albeit I'm not surprised to hear the way it's grown. Such is the way of many societies.

[He chuckles.] Then leave the baking to me? I have something in mind.

[menphina]

Aye. To be honest, I can't say I'm too fond of faiths like that in general, but our tribe simply follows the ways of the goddess Menphina. Who happens to be the patron deity of the moon and love! Doesn't get any more simple than that!

[ Her ears wiggle at him. ]

You bake too? A vampire after my own heart! What did you have in mind?

[reposing]

I've not many faiths myself in general. [fuck you god] But your goddess sounds stunning.

How do you feel about lemon cake?

[menphina]

Of course she is! We embody the ideals of love. Protecting and caring for those in our care, celebrating our desires and loving each other in all forms!

[ And she pretends to hum— ]

Lemon cake... Absolutely delicious, with a dash of rolanberry! That's probably raspberry or strawberry here. How do you feel about honey lemon, though?

[reposing]

A shame that some find that so difficult to do.

If you want something more tart, I can pair it with raspberries. Honey lemon is quite nice, too.

[menphina]

A shame indeed, but that's why I make sure no one feels left out when they're in my care!

[ That's the way of a true Radiant Matriarch, after all! ]

I'll like whatever you make because you're making it, Adrian. I can always give you some of my fruit, too! I've been growing my own in the groves! We could go pick them together if you'd like.

[reposing]

I would enjoy that immensely. I almost hate to make you wait until the appropriate date, but I suppose we'd best be patient.