Chaldean Chronicles: Cadence of the Lostgrail - A Heavenly Affair (IshtarTaikoubou)

"So this is what Valentine dates are all about, huh? Interesting. Though, I am a bit wary of any goddess that can literally reverse-rayshift me out of a Singularity... Oh well, nothing to fret about. Say, Goddess of Xing, do you enjoy this kind of thing?"

<@Pot | Lilith>

A almost mystical scenery oozing with a wonderful festivity of love, the beautiful renaissance architectures paved the way for a profound foundation, the additions of the canal, the crystal-clear waters, allowed for depth and a sense of amazement, while the numerous lanterns dotted amongst the sides filled the area with a ethereal glow, it's luminescent reflecting off the surface of the waters, this is Venice, the city of love. A sight to behold it was, it wasn't a surprise that the goddess had been captivated by the scenery since her arrival, mystified by the city, afterall, it wasn't everyday you manage to witness such human architecture and creativity, her eyes indulging in the beautiful view. A sudden voice came from behind, it wasn't until then did she snap out of her own captivation, turning to face the source with a dazzling smile upon her. “Ah, forgive me for my reverie, I'm Ishtar, mesopotamian goddess of love, it's a pleasure to meet you upon this fine evening, I suppose you are my valentine?”

"So it would seem, my dear. I am Taikoubou, but you can call me today 'Jiang Ziya' for your pleasure. Say, that dress looks very nicely on you, I wonder where did you get it from?" Taikoubou knew that in war you have to get the most info of how your enemy is, and he applied this on love as well, he tried to know Ishtar, understand her.

@Pot | Lilith (edited)

(responding soon, just got back from class!)

By the way, he's using the attire of his Third Ascension

“Thank you, I'm glad you like it– my master had bought it for me for this lovely occasion!” A already dazzling smile grew to blinding radiance that brought about a feeling of enrapturement and awe upon those who gaze upon her, clearly, a compliment seems to go a long way, to such an extent that one may even call her narcissistic, though, to a sociable being, it's one’s natural instinct to seek attention like how a physical being craves for food. “You're looking rather fine as well, though… nevermind, Jiang Ziya was it–?” A long wooden boat came to view along the canals in the midst of their conversation, floating quietly upon the water's surface as it waits for the two to set sail, however with no oars nor rows in sight, the boat seemed to be piloted by magical means. “Look, it seems our ride is here, let's resume our talk once we began our tour of Venice–!”

@Pot | Lilith

"Indeed, and if you insist, I will be happy to oblige..." Taikoubou was aware of Ishtar's nature to some extent, yet continued to play along for as long as he found it amusing, besides, what's the point of a 'blind date', as he understood it, if he didn't adapt to his partner? Jiang Ziya would ride into the boat, and help Ishtar to get in too, as a total gentleman.

(~~I'm so sorry, had a night shift yesterday night~~)

//no big dealie

A step onto the boat caused for the waters to ripple ever so slightly, the wooden frame shook as it bore the weight of the two, the goddess took his hands, clasping her fingers around his with a innocent smile as she came upon the gondola with grace, carefully patting down her dress as she took a seat beside her date for this lovely valentine occasion. A lurch, the gondola began its journey down the canal with the two securely seated, gradually picking up in speed until it came to a comfortable pace, the goddess took a moment to appreciate the passing aesthetics, the glowing luminescent lanterns, the grand structures, and although it was just the two of them here, the city felt alive, brimming with the sounds of nature, the peaceful ambience allowing one to truly appreciate the beauty of Venice. Yet, as beautiful as it was, the main focal point of today was not the city of love, but rather the one beside her upon the gondola ride, her valentine. “I’d like to know more about my date, why don’t you tell me more about yourself-?”