[HDP] Hearts and Dragon Parts Party

Cherry has always loved Hearts and Dragon Parts day. It’s only fitting, considering her heart-themed appearance and sugary sweet attitude. She even has heart-shaped candy as a prize! She’s spent the week leading up to the holiday decorating her home with heart-shaped trinkets and everything Hearts and Dragon Parts day-themed—though, she doesn’t exactly have to work hard to do so, considering her place is already quite pink and frilly.

To celebrate Hearts and Dragon Parts day, she’s throwing a little party. She invited her friends, Seraphim and Lydia over. Lydia, a blue Gachagon with long and silky dark hair, is the first to arrive. She steps into Cherry’s home and approaches in a rather shy manner. Her small feathery wings are comfortably folded on her back, curly tail swaying as she walks around and takes a look at Cherry’s hard work.

“Wow. You’ve, um… you’ve really gone all out with decorating, haven’t you?”

Cherry nods eagerly. “I have! What do you think?”

Lydia manages a slight smile, genuine if not a bit awkward. “It’s… nice, actually. You certainly didn’t stray from the holiday’s theme.”

“Thanks,” Cherry replies with a giggle. “Say, would you like some cookies? I baked some today!” She’s sure to keep her friendly attitude about her; she knows that Lydia isn’t exactly the most social Gachagon, so she wants to make sure that Lydia feels comfortable and welcome.

“Okay,” Lydia replies softly with a nod. “That’s kind of you to offer. The cookies do smell amazing.”

“Make yourself comfortable,” Cherry says as she goes to the kitchen, retrieving a plate for Lydia. “I’ll have these over to you in a jiffy!”

Lydia takes a seat at the kitchen table, where Cherry pours her a glass of soy milk, serving the cookies that she made on a plate. Of course, the cookies are all heart-shaped and frosted with love!

Lydia takes a tentative bite of a cookie. Her cheeks light up, surprised by the flavor. “My goodness! These taste incredible.”

“Well, thank you, friend,” Cherry chirps. Just moments later, she hears a knock at the door. “Oh, that must be Seraphim! I’ll be right back!” Rushing to the door, she’s eager to invite her other friend in; she wouldn’t want to make them wait!

Seraphim, a Sacred Gachagon with a majestic pair of golden antlers, bows their head in greeting. “Hello, Cherry. Happy Hearts and Dragon Parts day.”

“Happy Hearts and Dragon Parts day to you, too! Please, come on in! I’m so glad to have you here.”

Seraphim carefully ducks her head as she enters Cherry’s home, careful not to knock anything down with her antlers or wings. She’s a quiet Gachagon, even more so than Lydia, but there’s something rather serene about her presence. It would seem that they’re quite glad to be here.

Perhaps to some, a party of three isn’t exactly a party, but for Cherry, she’s quite delighted to have two friends she can spend time with. She’s undoubtedly grateful for the company.

Cherry takes a seat beside her two friends, taking a bite of a cookie. “So, I was thinking it would be fun to watch a movie together later tonight. Do either of you want to watch a movie with me?”

Lydia’s smile brightens considerably. “Yes. I think that's a nice idea.”

Cherry laughs. “Great! How about you, Seraphim? Do you have any other plans?”

“Oh, no, I’m not… ” Seraphim clears her throat. “I’m not busy. A movie sounds good.”

“Wonderful!” Cherry can’t help but beam, full of platonic love for the two Gachagons near her.

Later on, Cherry finds a great cheesy rom-com for all of them to watch. She provides popcorn and snacks as well, determined to be the best host she can be. As the three Gachagons sit on the sofa, watching the film, they all find that the movie is pretty hilarious! At some point during the movie, Cherry even notices a quiet little giggle from Seraphim, a rare occurrence indeed.

In the end, it turns out to be quite a wonderful Hearts and Dragon Parts day. Cherry adores her friends.