the laughter of the room fell into mere mumbles as the tinkling sound of a silver spoon against a crystal glass stole the venue’s attention in an instance. all eyes swept from their dinners, their drinks, their dates, to instead fix upon the silver-haired figure atop the elevated platform. “ qin shi huang. “ the speaker said, the microphone sure to send that voice booming throughout the room. “ it is on behalf of the spirale police unit and all of its officers that we offer you our thanks. “ at every table, a glass was raised in honour of their esteemed guest. “ this generous donation shall aid us in ensuring that the streets of our great isle are a safe and secure place for many years to come. “
a toast all to honour the most valued and fabulous guest of honour, seated at their own private table at the centre of the room. tipping the champagne down his own throat, captain crescent made short work of his drink amidst the round of applause and cheers, stepping down from the stage to the rising thrums of the local orchestra. he made his way past the tables, each offering their own congratulations by businessman, fellow captains of the force, as well as many other esteemed members of the higher society. sephiroth walked right up to the table of their grand guest before offering a short bow in respect.
“ if i may, i was hoping to join you for dinner. we have much to discuss, but only at your leisure of course. “