Heedless of dignity or protocol, Rose drags the courier out of the rain, under a bright awning that barely protects them from the deluge. Droplets spatter the parchment from where they drip from short black bangs. “Is this a…formal dinner? Do I need to look professional or nice? Well, I can ask my dad tonight.” Rapid-fire questions break off as silver eyes turn pensive. I wonder if we still have that dress Mom got me. I hope it doesn’t smell after all these years. Ew.
“I’ll be there! Does she need a hunting party? Well, I’ll find out. But I’ll certainly accept her offer! Um, to dinner at least. So yes.” An awkward smile is offered to end the verbal downpour, as Rose tugs on the blade cover to her scythe.