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[styxiedust]

[There's a bit of a racket going on before the video feed flicks on, what sounds like the panting of a dog, some reassuring "I know, I know" from a feminine voice.

Then the video turns on.

Botan seems lightly amused at returning to Johto, but she's had some time to readjust. She's exactly where she's supposed to be now, which is why--despite clearly appearing to be a newcomer--it doesn't look like she's on the starting routes.

To anyone else, they will just see a perky young woman, smiling sweetly at the camera. She appears to be dressed in a kimono, though her outlandishly bright blue hair might be more attention-grabbing.

Either that, or the shaggy sheepdog-looking creature sitting next to her, which she is serenely petting despite the candle on its head being a risk to her sleeves.]

Botan here! I do beg your pardon, I'm new only by technicality--I'm a returning person. I'm very sorry for not announcing my presence sooner, I was a bit busy with my fiancee.

[And her smile turns brighter (if that's even possible).]

This is my new friend, Houta. [Meaning the Greavard, who rumbles something understandable to her (and anyone else who could understand the speech of a Pokemon) as "yeahyeahyeahyeah--me, that's me, I'm Houta--me."] I'm a Breeder, though it will take a bit of time for me to set that back up, since I don't have my Pokemon anymore besides those Korra kept. I suppose it's safe to assume that there's still no real organization for us, hmm?

[It's to be expected, after all, Breeders do tend to just throw out their eggs into the wind.]

And, to my friends and associates who might recognize me, I'm so sorry for leaving. But I'm home now! I missed you all very much!

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[bent_the_world]

Hey, I don't think it's silly! I think that's a great idea. Ghosts and spirits are a big part of both our lives, you know?

I think it fits.

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[styxiedust]

Then...we'll shoot for a Halloween wedding! N-no costumes, though...our guests can if they would like, I suppose, but...let's just wear what we would want to wear to our dream weddings.

[So of course, for her, it would be a kimono.]

...I asked Shiro if he would walk me down the aisle as well. I hope it wasn't too sudden to ask him that. It just felt right. Besides you, he's one of my best friends.

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[bent_the_world]

No, no costumes. I think I might have to get something made special...

[There's not exactly anywhere here to get traditional Water Tribe garb.]

I think that's really sweet. And I'm sure he gets why you asked him immediately.

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[styxiedust]

If I remember correctly, I know some tailors 'round the region, so we can consult with some and see what can be done!

[After all, it's their wedding--Korra should get to wear exactly what she wants!]

I told him he can say as many puns as he wants at the reception--whatever kind of reception we have anyway--I'm sure that will be compensation enough!

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[bent_the_world]

That would be great! I wouldn't even know where to start.

And we've got plenty of time to figure out the reception. Whatever we come up with, it'll be a great party. All of it will be great.

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[styxiedust]

Well...of course it will. Because I'm marrying the woman I love, at last. I'm sorry it took so long, Korra. I'll do my best to be a good wife and make up for it.

[Ah no, now she's getting sappy again.]

[bent_the_world]

It doesn't matter how long it's taken. Sometimes we have to wait, for the things that are really really worth it.

You're really really worth it.

[styxiedust]

...Piffle, now look what you've gone and done--I'm all misty now.

[She's half-joking, of course, but...it's been so long. But it feels like it was just recent that she was last with Korra, too. It's hard to tell when Botan realized she was in love with Korra, she doesn't think she even had that big "realization" that happens to others.

She just was.

They just were.

And now they are.]

You'll have to introduce me to some of your friends, too, you know. Not that it's a requirement or me to meet them before you invite them to the wedding, but I would certainly like to meet the people that have been taking care of you this long.

[bent_the_world]

Yeah! You'll probably meet Fluttershy pretty soon, she drops by whenever she's on the island. We go snorkeling and nature hiking. I think you'll like her a lot, she's really nice and loves animals.