you have my heart, always and forever

[losthunter]

Hunter walks cautiously towards Verity's apartment door, balancing a few gifts in his arm for one of his closest friends in the world.

He had wanted to do something special for her. He had thought about a surprise party, but wasn't sure if that would cause any issues considering Verity's abilities. Plus, there he didn't want to accidentally not invite someone who was important to Verity.

She was very important to him. And Hunter wanted to show her that, the best way he could. And so, Hunter had worked a few weeks on a few special gifts, that were currently wrapped up in pretty, glittery boxes.

Approaching the door, Hunter delicately balanced the boxes for a moment, so he could knock and let Verity know that she had a guest.

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[losthunter]

"No better combination, in my mind."

"I would love a sneak preview. And I know you will get it done. And it will be an awesome memorial."

[brave_heart_verity]

"Hmm, I'll remember that." Somebody is getting maple-candied bacon soon.

"I hope so." Bittersweet, more likely, for her at least. But she knows logically she can't expect other people to care so much. Logic can get stuffed. "D'you think I might be able to pry you away from your studio to get some fresh air and sunshine soon?"

[losthunter]

"Taking breaks away from my pieces are a good idea, I am told." Hunter chuckled slightly. "I know I have gotten a little wrapped up in my recent project."

[brave_heart_verity]

Ver tries to look serious but that's not lasting long. "I think that's an artist's job, isn't it? Which is why artists need friends who remember things like the existence of food and sunlight."

[losthunter]

"The sculpture that I am working on is especially... time-consuming. It seems to occupy my mind, all the time."

[brave_heart_verity]

"Well, there's something to be said for a strong work ethic... but that's sounding to me like a cry for help. Or food delivery at regular intervals." There's teasing note in her voice, but she's 100% definitely going to be showing up to feed him more often now.

[losthunter]

Hunter nods slightly. He knows that he has been a little obsessive about the marble sculpture. And needs to take steps to take more breaks.

"I am here now."

[brave_heart_verity]

"You are, but I've only got the one birthday a year. So unless I start inventing holidays..." She shrugs, then thinks for a bit before admitting, "Which I am totally willing to do."

[losthunter]

"I am sure I can think of reasons to show up more frequently, without the need to invent holidays."

"I forget sometimes that I now have people who miss me and want to see me." Hunter explains softly. "But I will work harder not to forget those who are important to me."

[brave_heart_verity]

Verity sets down her fork and pushes her plate aside to reach across the table. Her hands rest gently on the backs of Hunter's. "You're my friend, Hunter, and I love you. So we're both going to do better about checking in with each other, yeah?"

[losthunter]

"I love you too Verity." Hunter places his other hand on top of Verity's hand. "And that sounds like a great idea."

[brave_heart_verity]

What a great big smile that gets from her. "Okay then, it's a promise. Thank you."

[losthunter]

"So, would you like to open your presents now?"

[brave_heart_verity]

"Mm, yes, please. I'm sure I'm gonna love them, but I have to admit, I've been wondering what's gonna be my favorite part."

Hunter's tastes are too refined in everything but those see-through shirts to give a bad gift. She's sure even his gag gifts would be great. So once she's moved the dishes and cake out of the way, it's with all appropriate excitement that she picks up one of the boxes at random and starts to unwrap it. (She's one of those picky, careful, pull-off-the-tape present openers.)

[losthunter]

Verity has chosen the bigger of the two gifts to open first. The wrapping is simple, and easy to remove off the large box.

When she first opens the box, Verity is greeted with bubble wrap. But wrapped up in the bubble wrap is a decorative vase. The vase is large enough to be decorative. It also has some flowers and leaves cut into the vase itself, which would glow if a light was placed inside the vase. And there is a light-stand at the bottom of the vase.

[brave_heart_verity]

Well, you know what they say, 'Go big or go home'. And she's already at home!

It takes Ver a little thought and investigation to figure out what it is, but the more she works out the more she's smiling. "Oh wow, this is really cool! It'll make such pretty patterns. Thank you! I know just where this is going."

[losthunter]

"I am glad you like it." Hunter smiles, overjoyed at her smile.

The second, and smaller package, is also simply wrapped and decorated. Inside the box appears to be a dress. When Verity removes the folded fabric, she will see that it is a paint-splattered dress.

[brave_heart_verity]

"Were you really worried I wouldn't?" She's pretty sure he's just being polite, but it's good to double-check.

For the dress, she has to stand up so she can see it hanging and appreciate it properly. "I'm not sure if you're trying to make me look like an artist, a work of art, or a warning about hanging out in studios," she teases before leaning over to kiss his cheek. "But I love it anyway. Did you do the painting?"

[losthunter]

"Not worried. But I will admit that I do like it when you are happy." Hunter smiles in response.

"Well, you are already a work of art in my mind," Hunter laughs softly. His statement a true reflection of his feelings for Verity.

"I did painted it. Had someone else design and sew the dress. I am not talented in that area."

[brave_heart_verity]

"You just like having a pretty girl fawn over you," she teases. It might almost deflect from the blush creeping over her cheeks now. "Aw, sweetie, you're so talented in so many things, if you could sew, too, it'd just plain be unfair."

[losthunter]

"The dress was designed and sewn by Wil's mother, April. She has a very popular fashion line in their dimension." And her fashion symbol, an small gold oak leaf, is embroidered in the very bottom of the dress.

[brave_heart_verity]

"Oh? She's nice." Verity takes another moment to appreciate the dress before deciding, "I'm going to try it on. Mind waiting a minute?"

[losthunter]

"Not at all." Hunter smiles in response.

[brave_heart_verity]

"Thanks!"

She heads off to the bedroom, and isn't gone for long. Long enough for him to help himself to more cake or ice cream if he wants it. It helps that the dress fits. She takes a moment to fix her hair before coming back out to give him a twirl. "What do you think?"

[losthunter]

Hunter doesn't debate long, before taking more ice cream and cake. When Verity comes out, and twirls to show off the dress, Hunter smiles.

"You look beautiful."