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[color=lightgray][color=E77298]Time:[/color] 11:30am
[color=E77298]Location:[/color] The Edin Theater
[color=E77298]Interactions:[/color] [@JJ Doe] Fritz, Morrigan [@FunnyGuy] Lorenzo [@CitrusArms] Stratya [@Samreaper] Kazumin [@Lava Alckon] Farim
[color=E77298]Attire:[/color][url=i.imgur.com/1vyPZBl.png]Dress[/url], [url=imgur.com/3K5kt8B]Hair[/url], [url=imgur.com/fUMMfAQ]Necklace[/url], [url=i.imgur.com/ueSwGrp.png]Headpiece[/url]

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Anastasia raised her head at the sound of Fritz’s voice and beamed brightly at him. [color=E77298]"Hi, Fritzy!"[/color] she greeted warmly, her tone carrying her usual sunny cheer. Following his gesture, her amber eyes drifted toward the viewing box. Rising to her tiptoes, she waved enthusiastically at Morrigan and her family. [color=E77298]"Hi, Morrigan! Hi, everyone!"[/color] she called, her voice brimming with excitement.

When her gaze returned to Fritz, she shook her head in reassurance.[color=E77298]"No, no, I’m totally fine. Excited, even!"[/color] She smiled brightly but then hesitated for a moment, her expression turning thoughtful. [color=E77298]"But… I’m going to think about what you said, about letting everyone hear something extraordinary. That’s exactly what I want to do."[/color] Without hesitation, she stepped forward and threw her arms around him in an enthusiastic hug. [color=E77298]"You’re so awesome for doing this with me. Thanks a lot!"[/color]

She barely had time to let go before a familiar voice drew her attention. Turning around, she saw Duke Lorenzo approaching. Her face lit up with amusement as she greeted him. [color=E77298]"If it isn’t the always fabulously dressed Duke Lorenzoooo Vikena!"[/color] She raised her arms dramatically as if presenting him to an invisible audience. [color=E77298]"I heard you’re going to perform, too. Knock our socks off, Dukey boy!"[/color]

The moment lingered as Lorenzo joined their small group, and Anastasia’s attention briefly flitted between the two men, her bright energy palpable. Before the conversation could continue, the sound of footsteps caught her ear. Anastasia turned to see none other than Captain Stratya Durmand making her way toward them. Her grin widened as she greeted her warmly. [color=E77298]"Ay, Captain!"[/color] she said with a playful salute and an exaggerated wink. [color=E77298]"The area’s secured, no zombies in sight."[/color] She added with a cheeky smirk, [color=E77298]"Good thing, too, because the Duke here’s about to give us poetry as hot as the Veirmont beaches he hails from."[/color]

Anastasia’s energy remained vibrant, but her gestures softened as the group settled into easy conversation. The crowd began to quiet, and she gestured for them all to take their seats. As she slid into her spot in the front row, her expression shifted to one of anticipation. She clutched her hands together and leaned forward, her amber eyes glimmering as Farim strode onto the stage. 

As Farim’s voice rang out with his dramatic greeting, Anastasia couldn’t help but giggle. [color=E77298]"‘Soooooorian!’”[/color] she whispered in an exaggerated imitation, stifling her laugh behind her hand. [color=E77298]"That’s such a Farim thing to say."[/color] Her fond tone betrayed her admiration as her attention snapped back to the stage.

When Farim began his story about Thara and the tradition of rafiq madaa alhayaa, Anastasia placed a hand over her heart, visibly moved. [color=E77298]"Isn’t that just the sweetest thing?"[/color] she said softly to Lorenzo,[color=E77298]"A lifelong companion… That’s such a great idea."[/color] She grinned and gave Kier a little gentle pat on his tiny head.

As Thara made her dramatic entrance, diving toward the audience with precision and grace, Anastasia gasped audibly. [color=E77298]"Oh sweet chocolate cakes! She’s incredible!"[/color] she exclaimed, gripping Stratya’s arm in excitement. [color=E77298]"Look at the way she moves—it’s like they can read each other’s minds!"[/color] Her voice brimmed with awe as she watched the synchrony between Farim and his falcon.

When Thara gracefully landed on Farim’s arm, Anastasia jumped up from her seat, clapping wildly. [color=E77298]"Woo! Go, Farim!!"[/color] she called, her voice ringing above the applause. She sat back down, beaming with pride. [color=E77298]"He’s absolutely stealing the show,"[/color] she said, leaning toward Fritz with a grin.

As the performance reached its conclusion, with Farim flipping through the air while Thara glided beneath him, Anastasia gasped again, her jaw dropping in awe. [color=E77298]"Did you see that?!"[/color] she exclaimed, turning to Stratya. [color=E77298]"I mean, I thought I was impressed before, but that—wow!"[/color] She shook her head, laughing softly as she returned her gaze to the stage.

When Farim and Thara bowed together, Anastasia rose to her feet along with the rest of the crowd, clapping and cheering loudly. [color=E77298]"Bravo, Farim! That was amazing!"[/color] she called out excitedly.

Anastasia sat back in her chair, her hands clasped together with excitement as Drake approached the piano.[color=E77298]"Ooooh, look at him! All serious and broody—he’s really getting into it,"[/color] she whispered with a grin. When Drake’s fingers danced across the keys, Anastasia’s expression softened, her head tilting slightly as she listened. As the music shifted from somber to spirited, she nodded along to the melody, her foot tapping softly against the ground. [color=E77298]"This is actually... really beautiful,"[/color] she admitted quietly to Stratya, [color=E77298]"You can feel how much it means to him, can’t you?"[/color]

When Drake finished his last song, Anastasia clapped enthusiastically, rising to her feet with the rest of the audience. [color=E77298]"Way to go, Lord Drake Edwards!"[/color] she called out, her voice bright

She turned to the three beside her and said in a genuinely serious tone, [color=E77298]"He even stayed on the stage this time. Proud of him.”[/color]

Anastasia, then nudged Fritz playfully with her elbow as the clapping began to die down.  [color=E77298]"Alright, Fritzy, it’s showtime for us now!"[/color] She made her way toward the stage, her excitement clear in the bounce of her step.

Stepping into the spotlight, she waved enthusiastically at the crowd. [color=E77298]"Hi everyone! I’m Princess Anastasia Danrose,"[/color] she began, as if everyone didn’t already recognize her, her voice warm and full of cheer. She gestured toward Fritz beside her, [color=E77298]"And this is my wonderful cohost, Lord Fritz, all the way from the Varian Kingdom!"[/color]

She paused for a moment, scanning the faces in the audience. Anastasia could not recall a time she had gotten the chance to stand before a crowd and speak to them like this. A gentle smile graced her lips as she let her eyes scan over the room, taking in the special moment. She wasn't sure if she knew all the right things to say, but she certainly wasn't nervous. Not one bit! 

[color=E77298]"Thank you all so much for being here."[/color] She said finally, [color=E77298]"...Every single one of you has made a difference by coming out and supporting this event. The proceeds we raise will go to feeding families in need, and I think we should all take a moment to be proud of ourselves for making that happen."[/color]

She paused as if considering what to say next, then said, [color=E77298]"And let’s not forget, we’ve been treated to some incredible talent so far, and there’s so much more to come! Everyone who volunteered their time today deserves a huge round of applause."[/color] She clapped along with the audience.

Turning slightly, she smiled and motioned toward the wings of the stage. [color=E77298]"Now, without further ado, I’m so excited to introduce our next performer—my good friend Kazoo, who’s going to dazzle us all with some amazing performative dance! But he may need a moment for set up, so everyone hold tight!"[/color]

With a beaming grin, she stepped back, giving the stage to Kazumin and the theater staff.[/color]