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[There's something different about Saul today.

He's seated in front of the camera, as usual, and he's in a suit, also as usual, but —

Oh, maybe it's the fact that Stephanie's leaning against his shoulders as he speaks, which takes away all possibility of him being his usual, businesslike self.

It might be that.]

Hey, everyone. As some of you've noticed, Jesse Pinkman went home a couple of weeks ago. Since there was some concern over the cookie situation last month, we — [With a brief nod upward, toward Steph — ] Figured that we'd harness some of the holiday spirit that's been goin' around and make sure this month's newbies are fed and clothed. Feferi will be taking care of handing out jackets and whatnot on the first, and Steph and I will be manning the cookie table alongside anyone else who decides to join us.

[Without missing a beat, Steph adds:]

Might even see if I can get one of those big urns to put hot cocoa in, to help warm the newbies up, and us, if we're hanging around there for a while. Any chance you can help out with that, Ella?

[She gives the camera a bright smile, which is mostly for Ella's sake. Sorry about abusing your powers.]

What we're not gonna do is make a party of it. I know that kinda sucks, but we just don't have the space, so the plan is that everyone who wants to can bake a couple batches in their own ovens, then bring them to our place sometime on the thirty first. If you don't know the address already and you're planning to help out, I'll give it to you here. [But she's not - just giving it out on the network openly.] If you need ingredients, let me know; I went on a mission and made sure we had plenty of stuff so I can give you flour or sugar or choc chips. Same goes for the recipe. Annnnd if you need help getting cookies to us, speak up, and we'll work something out.

[For a second, it looks like she's about to wrap it up, but then something else occurs to her.]

Speaking of parties, I dunno if anyone's doing anything for New Year's Eve, but if they are, can everyone try to get the cookies to me before like - seven, so I can still go out. Thanks.

[At which point Saul looks up and over at her, feigning a pout.]

Sorry, so we can go out.

[And then he's all smiles.

Before the feed clicks off, he adds another "thanks," and away they go.]

[Then, a private text to Sonya from Steph, sent only moments later:] sonya, i know you're smart enough to put two and two together, but please don't say anything to anyone else. it's not something that needs to be spread around.

Comments

[ohr]

Well, there's a bunch of different kinds of celebrations for New Year. You have the young and reckless parties where everyone gets trashed and out of control, or the more controlled, fabulous parties where everyone dresses up and dance something nice and slow and drink champagne and stuff.

And I guess there are also the parties where people mostly eat, so there's that too?

[implying]

Ah, so you mean to tell me that it's the usual assortment, then. I can certainly work with that! Have you a preference in this case, my dear?

[ohr]

[ "My dear."

Okay... ]

I'm fine with whatever, too. I think we should not do a repeat of the Christmas party, so whatever they do, we don't.

[implying]

Gods, but I've been shamefully uninvolved with Transport affairs of late. Who is it working on that?

[ohr]

The Borgia guy I think.

...it probably falls between the "eat a lot" and "be fabulous" kind of parties, but I need to double check.

[ But is the Borgia dude so. ]

[implying]

Mmm... I remember meeting a gentleman of that name, but it's been quite some time. I'm pleased he's settled in enough for orchestrating a party!

But in that case, if he's covered the classy angle, I'd be more than happy to shoot for the opposite end of the spectrum.

[ohr]

Young and loud and restless and just a tiny bit inappropriate? I think we could make it work.

All we need is somewhere to host the thing, I can get us most of the things we might need, but I'm not really good with electronics.

[implying]

I do believe I can handle the electronics, with a bit of help. And as for location, Miss Stephanie had the excellent suggestion of renting a bar. Perhaps you might like to scout a likely venue with me?

[ohr]

Oh, cool.

And that's a good idea. Where are you free to go bar hunting?

[implying]

Ah, let's see... so long as I'm done by about 5 in the evening, I ought to have the rest of the day for myself. That goes generally for most days.

[ohr]

Well, I'm pretty certain that right now is probably the worst time to be ask g for partying space, considering the date. Would the 26th be a good day to go visit the locals?

[implying]

Ah, yes, Christmas. [ You can practically hear quotation marks. ] Very well, the 26th it is! If you're any sort of a morning person I might even be convinced to prepare breakfast for us to begin the day properly.

[ohr]

Yes, Christmas.

[ She doesn't even try to hide how much the topic bothers her. ]

I'm not a morning person but delicious food will basically convince me of doing anything, so you've got yourself a deal.

ps wanna log this

[implying]

Perfect! Then, here, I'll get you an address and, shall we say 9?

[ address attached! ]

yes x100000

[ohr]

Nine sounds good then. See you soon, Vanadi. Mr.Vanadi?

[implying]

Oh, please, just Vanadi will do. Until then!

[ also, bam ]