#happy birthday lola 2024

[saitama-division]

Pretty Bitch Summer

1. Red Light

Performed By:

Lola "Aphrodite" Takahashi

2. Deeper (Into Me)

Performed By:

Lola "Aphrodite" Takahashi

3. Seductress Sound

Performed By:

Lola "Aphrodite" Takahashi

4. I Won't Apologize (For Being Myself)

Performed By:

Lola "Aphrodite" Takahashi

5. Self Love Is The Best Love

Performed By:

Lola "Aphrodite" Takahashi

6. Sisters of Twilight

Performed By:

Lola "Aphrodite" Takahashi

Kureha "Eclipse" Koizumi

7. After Hours

Performed By:

Sayaka "Rhopalocera" Miyuki

Lola "Aphrodite" Takahashi

8. Late Night Fun

Performed By:

Sayaka "Rhopalocera" Miyuki

Lola "Aphrodite" Takahashi

Kureha "Eclipse" Koizumi

9. Three Queens of Saitama

Performed By:

Sayaka "Rhopalocera" Miyuki

Lola "Aphrodite" Takahashi

Kureha "Eclipse" Koizumi

10. Girl Code

Performed By:

Sayaka "Rhopalocera" Miyuki

Lola "Aphrodite" Takahashi

Kureha "Eclipse" Koizumi

All songs belong to their respective artists.

[kalolasart]

Solara, Helena, Tiara! Work!

Birthday revenge on @thoughtfullyrainynightmare for artfight

Refrenced from the Schuyler sisters from Hamilton the Musical

Tiara belongs to @purpled-royalty

I'm too deep in my Hamilton hyperfixation again 😂

[itsallmadonnasfault]

[shizuokadivision]

It was late into the day of Reika Aichi's birthday where the socialite was relaxing in her mansion after a busy day of attending multiple parties and galas held in her honor. She was currently enjoying a fine glass of wine when one of her butlers excused himself while entering the room, saying that she had received more gifts. Rolling her eyes, she swirled her wine glass and asked who was it from, only stopping when she heard Lola Takahashi's name.

Suddenly perking up, Reika ordered the butler to leave the presents on the table and dismissed him. Picking up the elegantly wrapped gifts, Reika opened each one and after marveling them for a bit, placed them back on the table.

The first gift was an expensive bottle of liquor, specifically strawberry flavored tequila.

The second gift was a beautiful piece of body jewelry that looked like a snake.

And finally, the last gift was a beautifully crafted knife made out of gold and had pieces of emerald crafted into it.

Among the gifts was a letter written by the model herself.

'Happy Birthday, babes!

And happy early valentines! So sorry I couldn't be there in person to celebrate your gorgeous ass but just know I'm admiring you in spirit. I hope you like my gifts! You're a hard one to shop for, I'll admit but nonetheless, you deserve something special. Anyways, we should totally get together sometime, its been far too long since we had our last girl's night! Luv you, hun! Happy Birthday!

- Lola <3'

Happy Birthday Reika! 💚

Reika downed a shot of the tequila Lola had given her. The taste of strawberry on her tongue. Lola had always had good taste in alcohol. Plus, the model didn't make the assumption like so many others that she couldn't handle any of the hard liquor. God did Reika love that woman like a sister. Lola understood her better than most.

Turning her head to a certain area in her room, Reika eyed a board hanging on the wall filled with photos of people the socialite despised. The photo pinned in the center was of the person who had currently had her ire at the moment. Taking another shot of tequila, Reika picked up the knife Lola had gifted her. Repeatedly tossing it into the air and catching it. When suddenly she threw the knife at the photo, smirking as it hit dead center.

“Lola is right. We haven't seen each other in a while. I'm going to have to fix that very soon. Can't leave my favorite model hanging.”

[minato-division01]

On her very special day of birth, three distinct gifts were gifted to the one and only Meari "Bloody Mary" Miracle of one of Minato's Divisions, Oculus.

The first gift, easily which was large, was a speaker in the shape of a coffin, it also came with a card.

'Happy Birthday, Bloody Mary.

Crazy it seems like we've only just met one another but you're one of my good friends both in and out of the music industry. Knowing you, you don't like all the sappy and sentimental stuff so I'll get to the point, happy birthday and I hope you like my gift. I'll be looking forward to see you in the studio some time.

- Vox'

The second gift, easily the largest of them all, was an entire chandelier made with human skulls. Much like the last gfit, this one also came with a card.

'Yo Meari! Happy Birthday!

It fucking sucks that I can't give you this in person but I am kinda busy at the moment with, y'know, things, so I was only able to send this letter. Before you ask, no these aren't real human skulls unfortunately but I hope you like them all the same. Hope you have a great day and I can't wait to hear more from you and the rest of 86!

- Sumire'

Lastly, the final gift, which wasn't as big as the first two, revealed to be a lingerie set and a bottle of fine, hard whiskey. This one came with a card as well.

'Happy Birthday, Darling~

How wonderful that our birthdays are so close to one another, I would do something more special but I imagine our little get together a few days ago is still fresh in your memory, hehe! But here's a token of my appreciation for you, who knows, perhaps I might see you again and if you happen to wear this little piece, well, it would make me very happy to say the least.

Best wishes, hun~

- Lola'

Happy Birthday Meari! ❤

Later...

"You said that Sumire-girl sent this to you?" Iris asked to Meari, who was busy hanging up the skeleton chandelier in the music studio in her mansion.

"For the hundredth millionth time, Iris, fucking yes!" Meari answered, yelling down at her friend from atop the ladder she was on.

"Hey, don't fucking yell at me, bitch!" Iris shouted back. "I was just asking a question."

"And it's a question you done asked about five fucking times already!" Meari argued, before pointing to the chandelier.

"Yes, Sumire sent me this badass chandelier, 'Pretty Boy' sent me that speaker I need to finish setting up, and Lola sent me that lingerie set and that liquor... which Ren better not be fucking drinking, by the way!"

Glaring down at her bass guitarist, who was busy indulging himself with the bottle of whiskey, Meari sighed as Ren, put his hands up in peace, silently promising not to drink anymore.

"It's definitely badass!" Jo shouted, appearing out of nowhere, as she stared at the chandelier, which Meari just finished. "Sumire-chan has good awesome taste!"

"Damn straight, Jo." Meari said, staring up at her work, as the chandelier slowly twirled around, adding a very macabre feel to the entire room.

"Well, as good as the chandelier is," Johnny Zan said, walking up to the trio, smoking. "I'm more interested in that bottle of whiskey. Can we drink some before Ren finishes it all?"

"I'm fucking down for that." Iris said, smirking.

"Same!" Jo agreed.

"You pricks do know Lola gifted that shit to me, and only me, right?" Meari said, scowling at her bandmates.

"Stop being fucking greedy and share!" Iris yelled.

"...You all are so fucking lucky I love you." Meari growled, pinching the bridge of her nose. "Go get some shot glasses, before I change my fucking mind."

Obeying, Jo quickly ran to the nearby liquor cabinet and pulled out several shot glasses for all of the members. Sighing once more, the frontwoman of the band, poured a moderate amount of liquor in each one, completely emptying the bottle. Afterwards, Ren silently raised a glass, which was mimicked by the rest of the band. Clinking their glasses together, the group quickly down their glasses, before letting the festivities continue.

"Now that is how you fucking celebrate."

[arakawa-division]

It was later on in the day in the city of Arakawa where a certain birthday girl was enjoying the high of her special day relaxed in her Luxury Penthouse.

Hoàng Diêu was simply enjoying a refreshing glass of champagne when a knock on the door caught her attention, raising an eyebrow, she placed her glass on her coffee table and stood up from her couch to walk over to her door. After checking the peephole only to find no one on the other side, she opened it and looked around, pausing when she glanced down to find a neatly wrapped gift on her doormat.

Picking it up, she went back inside with it, closing her door with her foot and sat back down on her couch, putting the present on the table as she began to peel open the hot pink wrapping paper, inside the box revealing to be...

A diamond necklace spelling out the word 'Bitch'.

And a plate of delicious looking cupcakes that were still warm, like they were fresh out of the oven.

Along with the two gifts came with a note.

'Congratulations on your special day!'

'Unwind and treat yourself, you deserve it!'

'No one can be compared to you, a diamond in the rough!'

'Today I want to show my gratitude, enjoy!'

- 💖

Blinking at the odd gift, rather cryptic message and the fact that the sender didn't sign their name, Diêu was hesitant but figured nothing of it, she wasn't stupid, she knows that she has more than a few enemies since entering this competition but she knew that if they wanted to come after her, they would've done it a long time ago. Rolling her eyes, she set the paper aside and grabbed a cupcake, her eyes trailing over to the necklace and scoffed, making a mental note to pawn the thing off at a later date before taking a bite out of the sweet treat.

- 2 Hours Later -

Groaning in pain and holding onto her stomach, Hoàng Diêu sluggishly walked out of the bathroom after yet another bout of uncontrollable diarrhea, she was mentally cursing out whoever had sent that gift, after eating 2 cupcakes, the reaction was almost instantaneous and she had been stuck running back and forth to the bathroom for hours, she was going to have to light a shitton of scented candles to combat the stench.

Flopping onto the couch, she buried her face into the plush fabric before the buzzing of her phone caught her attention, grabbing it, she looked to see that she had gotten a text from her teammate, Alexis.

'Turn on the news.'

Confused, the tall woman felt around her for the remote before grabbing it and turning on her television to the news station only for her eyes to widen and her jaw to drop.

"Confusion and panic is spread across the city of Arakawa as popular jewelry store, Lotus Bloom Jewelry has been caught victim of looting and raiding after a mysterious attack, authorities are hard at work on as to who the perpetrators are but no answers have been revealed as of yet, stay tuned..."

Happy Birthday Diêu! 💜

In her penthouse, the supermodel, Lola Takahashi, was lying in her recliner in her living room, a glass of champagne in her hand. She was currently basking in the afterglow of her perceived triumph over Diệu. Her laughter is light, airy, a melody that speaks of victory and sweet revenge.

"Serves you right, you bitch," Lola said, a smirk on her face as she watched the news display about Lotus Bloom Jewelry being sacked. "Consider that a small measure of payback for betraying me and Kureha in the past."

Giving a small chuckle, she took another sip of her champagne from her glass.

However, she wouldn't get a chance to finish her drink as she dropped it to the floor, the glass shattering upon impact and the contents spilling. The reason? Because her front door, the entrance to her apartment, was suddenly smashed open, shocking her. She looked as a group of familiar gentlemen strode into her apartment, anger displayed on all of their faces.

"Hey, what the hell gives..." Lola began only to be cut off.

"Shut the fuck up, you bitch!" The man assumed to be the leader yelled, upset. "You sent us into a fuckin' trap! You think this is some sort of game?!"

"What?! What the hell are you talking about?!" Lola yelled. "I gave you all a simple job..."

"A simple job?!" The leader yelled back. "That bitch had us surrounded by fuckin' Triad goons! We barely got out with our lives intact! You tried to kill us!"

"...What?" Lola questioned.

— An Hour Ago —

In the gleaming heart of Arakawa, beneath the chandeliers of Lotus Bloom Jewelry, Diệu stood with the poise of a queen. The 'BITCH' necklace was placed around her neck, a fashion statement if there was one. The door chimed, and a group of rough-looking men sauntered in, their intentions clear as the smirks on their faces. But Diệu, ever the strategist, greeted them with a smile that didn't quite reach her eyes.

"Gentlemen, what an unexpected pleasure." Diệu said, the smile still on her face. "Before we proceed with any… unpleasantness, might I propose an alternative? Let’s talk business, shall we?"

The leader, a burly man with a scar running down his cheek, laughed at the jewelry designer's attempts to bargain. "You think you can buy us off, lady? We've got orders, and we're not—"

"Orders can be… renegotiated." Diệu stated, holding up a hand, signaling the man to be patient. "I'm offering double to redirect your talents. Instead of my humble establishment, perhaps you’d consider a more… lucrative target?"

The men exchanged glances, the allure of easy money sparking interest. But the leader's eyes narrowed. "And if we refuse? You gonna stop us all by yourself?"

"By myself? Oh, no." Diệu answered. "I just had my nails done, after all. I'd rather not have them chipped or broken."

"You think this is some sort of game, bitch?" The leader growled, not appreciating being taken light of. "We..."

"I said I couldn't stop you by myself." Diệu interrupted, a smirk still on her face. "But the thing is, I’m never truly alone. ...Gentlemen, meet my associates."

With a snap of her fingers, shadows detached from the walls, revealing a cadre of Triad members, their presence commanding and their numbers overwhelming. In a matter of seconds, the renegades found themselves quickly surrounded. All the while, Diệu stood in the middle, the smirk never leaving her face.

"Now, I believe we were discussing a deal? You avoid an unfortunate conflict, and I ensure you're compensated for your… discretion. So... do we have a deal?"

The leader swallowed hard, his bravado crumbling under the weight of his new reality. "Deal." he grunted, and the men quickly exited, leaving Diệu to the quiet triumph of her shop, the smirk still on her face as it had been from the beginning.

— Present Time —

"You played us, Lola," The renegade leader stated. "So now, we're going to take it out on your little suite here." Looking at his men, he nodded. "Go wild, boys!"

The model's protests were drowned out by the sound of shattering glass and splintering wood. She watched helplessly as her world is turned upside down, her possessions looted before her very eyes.

"Consider this payback, you bitch." The renegade leader, stated as his men were just about done. "And next time, don’t mess with us!"

With that, the renegades prepared to leave, leaving Lola alone to sort out her own mess. But suddenly, the leader stopped and turned around.

"Oh yeah," he stated, pulling something out of his pocket. "That bitch said to give this to you."

Tossing it at Lola's feet, she looked as it was a letter, which read:

"Dear Lola,

Thank you for the 'memorable' birthday gifts. That necklace is quite the statement piece, and the cupcakes—well, they were simply to die for. Hope you don't feel bad that I didn't partake of them, though. I had them sent to some of your friends in the industry, the ones you always seem to spend your time with. I also made sure to state they were directly from you. Your generosity has not gone unnoticed.

But it seems the tables have turned, my dear. As you read this, I imagine you're realizing that the game we play is one of strategy, not just spectacle. Try again next time, won’t you?

With all my love,

Hoàng Diêu"

P.S. "Some friendly advice from one model to another: ease off on all the perfume. You're liable to turn a person off than seduce them."

[akihabara-division03]

The day of Shian Meizono's birth was slowly and sadly coming to an end. But still, that didn't mean it was the end for her to receive some free gifts. And the sender of gift truly hoped that the red-haired woman would enjoy it. She'd be thoroughly disappointed if she didn't. While relaxing in her living room, the woman in question listened as the doorbell to house rung out. Stopping what she was doing, she looked as it was a delivery person dropping off a package for her. She figured it was just another birthday gift (it was her birthday, after all).

After signing off for it, she unwrapped it and viewed was inside. She could see there were several things inside, but her attention was first drawn to the strangely shaped device that was lying at the top. Pulling it out, Shian's eyes grew wide as she got a good luck at it, and realized... it was a sex toy! A vibrator to be exact. Wondering who in the world would send her something like that, she looked inside the box at what else was inside.

Pulling them all out, her eyes grew wider as they were: a comic book, a manga, and a... porno...

Taking a good look, Shian recognized as the woman on each one of the gifts was none other than Vivian Vixen, a.k.a. 'Aika Yumi', which solved the mystery behind who sent her this. What made Shian's cheeks grow so red and hot was the fact that on each one of the gifts sent, there was a red-haired woman that looked suspiciously... like her.

Looking at the DVD, there was a note on the cover, which read:

'To Shian,

A happy birthday to you girl! I decided to send these to you to thank for that birthday gift last month. That vibrator is for if your hand isn't enough, LOL. Enjoy them to fullest, babe. Hope to see you in Minato again sometime! Look me up if you have time!

Luv,

Aika'

P.S. Those books and that DVD are unreleased, by the way. You're the first person to own them. You're welcome!

Shian set the box down on her kitchen island.

Now she really got to analyze the contents within.

Boy, do I feel special, Shian thought. I get to be the first to see this. Lucky, lucky me~

She felt a pair of hands wrap around her waist.

“Well would you look at that, gorgeous?” Lola cooed, resting her chin on Shian’s shoulder and taking a look at the covers of the books and DVD. “If it isn’t bestie and a redhead just like you~”

“Truth be told,” Shian said as she took the DVD and the different books out of their packaging. “I’ve always wanted to try sleeping with that woman. Seen her here and there, but I don’t think I’m in Minato enough to get that kinda chance.”

Lola played around with sash that held Shian’s satin robe together. “So why don’t you go to Minato more?”

Shian set the manga down slowly. “‘Why don’t I…’ huh…?”

“Heyyyyy,” Lola said. “It won’t be your birthday for much longer, so lighten up, girl.”

Shian chuckled and turned around, pressing her lips against Lola’s. “You’re right, it won’t be my birthday for much longer…” she murmured against Lola’s lips as she tugged at the neckline to Lola’s blush-pink silk robe.

“And since it’s always a good idea to test for quality…” She reached behind her, her hand digging through the box and pulling out the brand new vibrator that was delivered to her.

“What do you say we go again? Test out this gift your little friend got me?”

Thanks for the gifts!

[fuck-customers]

happy birthday! here's a pic of Lola the pug enforcing the cheese tax :3

Happy birthday 2024

[hockybish]

Birthday Moments: Mason

l hughes!sister au l lola hughes l mason x lola l

January 30, 2024

"Happy Birthday Mase!" Lola smiled brightly. She held out a little cupcake with a single candle in it. "Make a wish and blow out the candle!"

Mason took the little cake and made his wish. He broke the cupcake in half and shared part of the delicacy with the pretty girl he had a crush on.

"Did your wish come true?" Lola asked at the end of the night. Mason shook his head no. There was no way his wish was coming true this year. Maybe next year. "What was it?"

"Can't it's a secret. It might now come true if I spill" Mason smiled to himself. There was always next year.

one year later

Mason looked around the airport, trying to see if Lola was there. They were meeting up during the all star break and going on a little vacay together, just the two of them.

Lola spotted her boyfriend standing by himself and took off running towards him. She launched herself into his arms when she got close enough and gave him a birthday kiss.

"Mmm thank you" he hummed happily

"For what?" Lola cocked her head to the side.

"My wish from last year was a kiss for my birthday .... from you" Mason smirked going in for another kiss, this was going to be a good year.

January 30, 2027

Once again it was his birthday and Mason was out at some bar. He and Lola weren't going to be together this year, but the boys were more than willing to help make up for that by taking him out.

hey you alone?

Mason didn't have a chance to say anything back as he received a video from her. Not really he opened it and started watching. It started off by Lola dancing.

"Oh shit" Mason got a little flustered and dropped his phone on the table when Lola started to take off her clothes and her movements began getting a bit more risqué.

"What are you watching?" Trevor reached for the device. Mason attempted to snag it at the same time, but Trevor got it first. There wasn't anything new he hadn't seen already, aside from a new tattoo she had in her ribs.

"Oh my god, my eyes" he threw the phone as well. This garnered the attention of the others in their party, who were now interested to know what was up.

Mason quickly pocketed his phone. He used the bathroom quickly and headed home where he could fully appreciate the video. The next day Lola gave him a call in-between interviews and events.

"Like your present?"

"Yes, but not before half the guys saw it and I had to take of my hard on in the bathroom"

January 30, 2032

"She's kicking again. Feel feel feel" Lola took Mason's hand. She placed it where she could feel babygirl moving around. Only as soon as he touched her belly babygirl stopped. This happened a lot.

"She stopped again." Mason sighed removing his hand from her belly. "Let's just face it, she hates me already"

"No she doesn't! She just doesn't know you. You've been gone a lot and she- wait a minute" Lola turned around, she felt a couple of jabs against her kidney.

"Young lady, you gotta be nice to your daddy. Especially today. It's his birthday, how nice would that be? Agree?" Lola rubbed her stomach.

They tried again, this time Mason felt the little wave underneath his palm. A smile spread on his face. He crouched down to kiss her stomach.

"Hi Sweetie. It's daddy. I love you so much" He talked to her.

January 30, 2038

"Shh Zu, be quiet, we gotta surpise Daddy" Lacey held her baby sister and snuck into their parents bedroom with Lola trailing them with a little full of breakfast things.

Mason heard them, he had already been awake for a couple of hours now, but chose to pretend to be asleep to play into their "surprise."

Lacey placed Zuzu on the bed and climbed up after her. Zuzu went straight for Mason's face, smacking him with her little hands, biting his nose and cooing at him. Lacey just jumped on him eliciting an oof from him.

"Wake up Daddy, it's your birfday!" Lacey jumped on Mason, eliciting an oof from him, and effectively getting him up.

"It's my birthday? No way. I thought my birthday was last year." he took the baby off his face.

"Daddy!" Lacey rolled her eyes. She handed him a picture she drew of him with her and Zuzu and they ate donuts.

[whooolaanmo]

Mama 👩🏻 Let 👧🏻 Inay Mita 👵🏼 Inay Cely 👵🏻

Christmas dinner 🎉🎄🎁, 4 lang kami si Mama at yung 2 ko Lola, so kami kami lang talaga 4 ang kumain kanina ng hapunan, kasi Kuya ko at fam nya nasa side ng pamilya ng wife nya, tas Ate ko ganon din nasa side din ng pamilya ng husband nya, so konti lang niluto ko 🤣🤣🤣 spaghetti meatballs, potato gratin, konting salad at backribs.

MERRY CHRISTMAS SA LAHAT 🎉🥳🎄🎁🙏🏻🫶🏻❤️✨️.

Happy Birthday! Jesus 🤍✨️.

Dec. 25, 2024 09:39 pm

[aoyama-division]

ARB Birthday Special 2024: Tomi Chōten

~~ August 14th ~~

"It's all about the money."

Login Lines:

*Sighs* "Back home... I won't say I missed it, but... I am... a bit glad to be back. I had almost forgotten how Aoyama looks. ...Hino. Good to see you again. ...Yes, the honeymoon went spectacularly, thank you for asking. Miho-san and I had a wonderful time. ...What's this now? A welcome home gift? No? Then..."

"A... birthday gift? ...Oh. It is my birthday today, isn't it? I can't believe I returned home on the day of my birth. I must have been having such a good time, I forgot. ...Well, thank you, nonetheless, Hino-san."

Voice Lines:

"28 years old. Hard to believe that I'm two years away from being. ...I won't say I'm looking forward to it. But then again, why am I worried about things that haven't happened yet? Perhaps, I've been spending too much time among the common class, as of late."

"My parents, (un)fortunately, stated they wouldn't be around to celebrate my birthday. My mother stated that she grew a bit envious seeing me and Miho together, so she forced my father to take her on a vacation, i.e., a second honeymoon. ...I'd say I'm sad that they're not around, but... well, it's no different from usual. At least, they forwarded some money to my account. ...But I really miss my birthdays when I was younger..."

"Miho-san called and wished me a 'happy birthday', which I thanked her for. I escorted her back home after we had arrived in Japan. It was really nice to spend a month and a half with her without worrying about things here in Japan. ...Perhaps, I should endeavor to take her on a vacation twice a year, for both our birthdays. I think it would do us both a world of good."

"Karada. ...Yes, it's good to see you again too. I'm glad you took care of Aoyama in my absence. ...The honeymoon was pleasant. Miho-san and I had a very good time. ...Oh, our pictures on PROFILE? Yes, we visited a variety of places. We couldn't decide where to go, so we chose a number of good spots. …Well, if you need any good spots, I'll be sure to recommend some."

"Anyway, if nothing else, I... ...Oh, a birthday gift? ...Oh, a humidor for my cigars? Wow, this is a bit surprising coming from you, Karada, especially since you're the only one of us who doesn't smoke. ...No, no, it's fine. Thank you, Karada."

"Luis. ...I and Miho-san's honeymoon was fine, thank you very much. ...Look, whatever issue you have with my wife, get over it, please do get over it. Regardless of rather you like it or not, she and I are husband and wife, and will continue to be so, so please let it go. ...Well, I'm glad to hear that. ...As I said before, your glibness does you no credit, Kōkyū."

"So, was there something else you wanted? ...What are these now? ...Opera tickets? ...Oh, I did mention that Miho-san and I were into opera, didn't we? I'm surprised you were listening. ...And these are high-rise seats? Hmm. If I didn't know any better, Kōkyū, I'd say you were getting used to Miho-san's presence. ...Haha. Well, thank you for this. I'll be sure to find time for Miho-san and I to use these."

Karada Lines:

"Hey Tomi! Welcome back to Japan! It's good to see you again! ...Of course, man! I wasn't gonna let nothing happen to this city while you were gone! Not on my watch! But anyway, how was the honeymoon?! I saw some of your pics on PROFILE. You and Miho-san looked adorable! ...Oh man! I gotta convince Lola if I can take her on a vacation sometime! ...Hey, maybe you and Miho can join us! Just think about it, okay?"

"Oh, by the way, happy birthday, man! Yeah, it's a case for your cigars! ...Hey, I still don't see how you and Luis smoke those things, but hey, I'm not judging. ...Glad you like it, Tomi! Happy birthday again, and welcome back!"

Luis Lines:

"Tomi. Welcome back, I guess. And how was your little getaway with your bride? ...Hmph, glad to hear it. ...Issues? Oh, you misunderstand me, Chōten. Whatever so-called "issues" I have with your wife, I assure you, that are quite miniscule compared to some of the other people in the D.R.B. Do I care for her? No. But compared to others in this rap tournament, she's not worth getting upset over. ...Glad to know I have your approval. ...Whatever."

"Anyway, here. ...Yeah, I won these off some radio show, but I personally can't stand opera. But I know you and your bride do, so... here. ...Don't flatter yourself, Chōten. ...Whatever. I'm out. Give your wife my regards."

[saitama-division]

ARB Birthday Special: Lola Takahashi

~~ July 30th ~~

“A wonderful dress can infuse a woman with confidence and inner beauty, empowering the way she moves and feels.”

Login Lines:

“Another beautiful day, another great opportunity to have some fun, now, Tsumugi, dear! What’s the agenda for today?”

“Empty?! The fuck you mean empty?! What happened to-oh…ohhhhh it’s my birthday today! Hell fucking yes, let’s go! Tsumugi! Bring my car out to the front, I’ve got some shopping to do!”

Voice Lines:

“Sometimes I wonder what I’ve done to be so blessed, you’d never think that I’m now 28 from just looking at me. It’s rare, y’know? Not many women my age can or sometimes choose not to maintain their youth and beauty, can’t be me to be honest, I pride myself on taking meticulous care of myself, sure it’s because I make a living off my appearance alone but it’s also personal for me, it’s a testament to how far I’ve gone and still stood standing after everything.”

“‘Happy Birthday Lola’ is trending on PROFILE, hehe, oh how I love my fans, they’ve been so supportive and kind ever since I came out, I’ll admit, I was a bit nervous but my darling fans soothed my worried when I saw all the positive encouragement, truly, I couldn’t ask for a better fanbase, I love them so much!”

“Y’know, most people don’t know this but my birthday is also the day Afterlife first opened, that’s why there’s such a huge celebration on this day year after year, not only is it to celebrate me but it’s to celebrate the anniversary of when those doors first opened and how the staff and patrons all grew close together as a community, hell, you can even say we’re family!”

“‘I look like I’m anticipating something?’ Well, I guess you can say that, it’s nothing bad, in fact I’m very excited for what’s about to come later on, it’s something that I’ve been thinking about for a while and it’s finally going to happen! Hm? ‘What is it?’ Fufu, sorry babes but I can’t tell you that, it’s a secret~”

“Sayaka, my love! My darling! How I missed your cute face, how’ve you been, dear? Is precious Yoshiko doing well? Any luck with that guy from Toyama? Hahahaha! What? I didn’t say anything, haha! Hehe, I know I know but you two and Kureha mean so much to me, I just want to make sure you all are taken care of and happy, oh jeez, I’m startled to sound a lot like you, haha.”

“Ooooh! I see that present you’re holding, don’t keep me in suspense, darling! Thank you very much…oh wow! Sweetness, this is nice! I have been wanting another one for a while, should’ve known you would notice, you’re so sweet and thoughtful like that, I’m so glad to have someone like you, now c’mere and give me a hug!”

“Well, if it isn’t my lovely Sunshine! Come here, Sweetheart, let me warm that cold heart of yours with a hug! Yeah, yeah, you’re complaining now but I see that twinkle in your eye, I love you too, babes. So, what does the acclaimed artist, Eclipse, have for me on this fine day, hm?”

“Oooh la la, how pretty~ They smell good too! Homemade and natural, huh? Look at you, making friends! I’m glad to see you getting out of your shell, Kureha! Give Miku my thanks, yeah? And thank you for such a lovely gift!

“Is that my lovely little niece?! It is!! Come give Auntie a hug, baby! Goodness, did you grow since the last time I saw you? That won’t do! You’re supposed to stay as my precious little babyyyyy waaaaah! Hahaha, okay dear, I’ll stop, hm? You got me something? Oh precious, you’re so sweet.”

“Oh, this is beautiful, my love! You made this? It’s so pretty! Gosh, my niece is so talented, maybe I should let you help me design some outfits, I bet they’ll look absolutely beautiful with your help. Thank you so much, darling.”

Sayaka Lines:

“Lola! Happy birthday, dear! Haha, I’m doing well and so is Yoshiko, we’ve been-LOLA!! W-what…what could you possibly mean by that?! Y’know what I’m talking about! Ugh, nevermind…oh Lola, it makes me so happy to hear that, you’ve been the greatest friend I’ve ever had and I’m always grateful to be yours.”

“Oh! That’s right, your gift! Here you go, I hope you like it, it always occurred to me that your feet could always use some love and care since you’re always on them most of the time, so I got you a foot spa massager! Oh, wonderful! I’m glad you like it! Happy birthday, Lola!”

Kureha Lines:

“Hey Lola, happy birthday. Oh god, not the pet names, ugh fine just stop with the sugary sweet words, I hate you, y’know that? Yeah, yeah, whatever, you’re so lucky I’m used to your antics by now, anyways, I got your gift right here.”

“I’m glad you think so, they’re candles, I made them from scratch from saffrons, roses, mints, lavenders, guaranas, they’re said to induce relaxation and arousal, something I know you would like. I had some help too, Miku from Minato gave me some tips and advice on how to make them. Yeah, you’re welcome.”

Bonus! Yoshiko Lines:

“Auntieeeee!! Happy birthday! Mhm! Mommy said that I’m becoming a big girl! Hahaha Auntie stoooooop! Hahaha! Lemme give you your gift!”

“Does Auntie like it? I made it myself! Auntie will wear it, right? Yaaaay! I’m happy! Happy birthday, I looooove you!”

[benefits1986]

First Open Letter to McQueen

JULY 7, 2024 Dear McQueen,

Today, I saw you in the first drip I gifted you. Of course, I don't know what your size is. I'm but a noona who clings to your parentals' advice. Today, you cleaned up real good and no burst of kaaburiduhan which is quite surprising. Must be because you dozed off in the car before this meet up. Must be because, you're starting to co-exist with your crazy fambam. Must be because, you're just in the mood for the center stage. After all, today is your Chapter 1.

While I rarely carry you for some many reasons (some of which are too unreasonable), I am carrying the unwritten rules that come with being your noona. I took care of your crazy dad, and it's kinda coming into a full circle. Unlike your dad, you're a not so tiny bundle of "joy" and that means you're officially part of my list of priorities. LELS.

I don't know what our dynamics is because I just can't stand kids in general, however, know that your noona is here just in case you need help with anything, literally and figuratively. Unlike how I looked after your dad, let me take care of you from a safe distance wherein I'll zoom in and zoom out of your life.

Let me do a better job, because, I've had really terrible jobs when I was looking after your dad ages ago. Let me show you that life is like biking. You just have to bite the dust, from dawn 'til dusk. EMS. Let me share with you stories of your crazy lola whom you won't ever meet and greet. While she's no longer here, her love an life lessons live on, McQueen. And you are the testament of her life's one-liner. LUH. While you don't have her features (thankfully), I know that her blood runs deep in you. Her story is yours to continue.

May your story be the start of something wonderful, unapologetic, and worthwhile. May your story end the bad, the ugly, and the fucked up bits and pieces, too. It is not easy, little one, but noona is just here to check on you, and your crazy dad, too, at times when you and him need me the most.

While noona's bandwidth and patience are almost non-existent, know that you can kinda count on me when it comes to things that your dad is not skilled at. Some of these skills include: -Jumping off a cliff -Gala, gala, gala -Saying yes to adventures and misadventures -Talking about the hard questions -Finding the answers or at least, trying to figure things out -Thinking of workarounds and pivots -Simplifying complicated shit -Complicating simplified shit (LOL) -Building Legos (or something similar) Your crazy dad's skill sets are generally impressive which are noona's waterloo. Some of these are:

-Saying no more often -Staying home more often -Thinking about what other's feelings are -Finding no fault in "utos" na walang gatol -Being too basic in getting something -Mastering the art of doing nothing -Driving -Powering through major health issues -Drinking bitter meds when you're sick -Trusting doctors 100% -Praying the rosary and going to church -Following routines

So, you have a blueprint of whom to refer to should you need help or you're just too bored in your life. Your lolo is gonna be on the sidelines as you grow up. Tahimik lang 'yan sa umpisa, pero boogsh 'yan 'pag may arya. Your lolo is a testament that life is best lived plainly. He'll show you how it is to have the priceless mindset na: Daanan mo lang lahat 'yan. Saktong happy, saktong sad lang. Ganun lang.

We're not a perfect fam. We're are very flawed. May these flaws and imperfections allow you to form your personhood. Eto lang wish ko: Piliin mong maging mabuting tao. Lagi kang healthy, happy, and hopeful. 'Yun lang talaga. At syempre, sana 'wag kang babaero tulad ng tatay, lolo, at syempre, ng noona mo. LELS.

I sincerely wish you birthdays that allow you to see how far you've gone in the same manner that you are willing and able to see how far you can still go.

And with that, my dearest McQueen, choose peace, love, and hard jive always.

Can't wait to see you grow up! Let's bike naaaaaa outside MNL!

[evienovich]

TRIP TO SAMAL ISLAND (IGACOS)

DMITRI ETHAN C. BELANDRES, PHARMA-1A PURPOSIVE COMMUNICATION

Hi there!  It was relaxing to be on a trip again.  It was kind of exhausting though especially a one-day trip, leaving early in the morning and getting home late at night.  Notwithstanding exhaustion, my love for travelling and car-riding was invaluable. 

My latest trip was in Samal Island, known now as IGACOS (Island Garden City of Samal), politically named by former President Fidel V. Ramos.  Samal is my Mom’s hometown.

Samal Island has plains and hills. There are even areas near the coast which are hilly which make the resorts even more attractive due to their overlooking views. 

It was last April 15, 2024, Monday, when we went to IGACOS.  It was Lola Corning’s birthday, my late maternal grandmother.  There were only Mom and I from Kidapawan to Davao City. 

We just fetched Tita Charing, Mom’s older sister, at Boulevard, Davao City.  So, from there, we drove to Samal Ferry Wharf at Sasa to get aboard the ferry boat for Samal.  The ferry-boat ride still amazed me despite having experienced it several times.  Anyway, upon our arrival in Samal, my two other Titas met us there, Tita Inday and Tita Belen with her husband Tito Jojo.  In this trip, we took the road leading to Barangay Limao where we passed the high-end resorts.  Honestly, that was the first time we passed that road and saw in passing the grand and expensive resorts with overlooking views, and, we realized it was the practical way from the ferry wharf to the memorial park where Lola Corning and Three of my Uncles were buried.

               The reason of that trip was actually to commemorate the passing of my Lola Corning and uncles.  At the cemetery, they offered prayers, lit candles and brought flowers.  From the cemetery, we went to a restaurant facing the City Hall where we had lunch and met some of my cousins.  After lunch, we left and went to Tita Inday’s house.  There, Mom and her sisters bonded for just about two hours, just talking and laughing about anything.  It was almost five in the afternoon when we left Samal.  Before leaving Davao City, we had dinner at Mang Inasal at Bajada, facing Villa Victoria Plaza, with Nicu, one of my sisters, who we contacted to have dinner with us.  After dinner, we dropped Nicu at her dormitory, then Tita Charing at Boulevard.  Mom and I made four stops along the way either because she had foot cramps or too sleepy to drive.  It was almost midnight when we reached home.  It was after all a happy and safe trip.       

      

(Photos during the trip)

[saitama-division]

Thank You!

As Lola's birthday comes to a close, I just want to say thank you very much to everyone who participated on her birthday. From giving gifts to simple birthday wishes, it fills me with joy to see Lola still be a beloved character in the community after all this time and I'm sure she feels the same way. Once again, thank you all for everything!

Next birthday event is Kyler's in August so I hope you all look forward to it!

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The sun was rising on a lovely Wednesday morning, bringing light to the world and brightening up the room belonging to the once birthday girl, Lola Takahashi who was relaxing in her room after taking a shower, still tired yet very, very satisfied from last night activities. She made sure to keep the volume low as her friends were still likely resting in the various guest rooms her penthouse provided, she turned to the camera and gave a wink and a smile. "Another birthday down, thank you so much, everyone. You sure know how to make a gal feel so loved, I couldn't ask for anything better. Just know that I'll continue to keep doing my best and keep being the baddest bitch in this country. Thank you and goodbye~"

[saitama-division]

Night had fallen on the division of Saitama, and Lola Takahashi was greeted to the sound of a knock on her door. Upon opening it, Lola was greeted to the sight of the infamous socialite and one of her close friends, Reika Aichi, standing on her doorstep. 

"Lola, my dear!" Reika greeted happily, bringing the blonde close to kiss her on the cheek. "Happy Birthday! Forgive me for being so late. I would've gotten here sooner, but things got in the way." The socialite apologized. "Anyway, I'm here now, and I've got you a little something!” 

Reaching into her side dress pocket, Reika pulled out a small box and, with a wink, passed it to Lola, who took it with a smile.

Inside the gift was a gold chain with a heart-shaped locket hanging from it. A pink diamond centered in the middle. It was beautiful but it's when Lola opened it that she was surprised with the photo inside. There, looking back at her, were 2 familiar girls looking happy.

"Imagine my surprise when I found that old picture when looking through some old things. I know neither of us don't like thinking about the past much, but I figured you'd appreciate a moment of happiness from back then even if we aren't those girls anymore." Reika smiled, bringing the model in for hug. "I'm very glad to have met you, Lola. I hope you never forget that. Happy Birthday again, love, and thanks for being like a sister to me.”

Lola hugged Reika back tightly, burying her face into the Socialite's shoulder. "Oh Reika..." The Model breathed out, pulling back a bit to give the other woman a bright smile. "Thank you so much, this was beautiful and I'm glad to have met you too, to be honest, you've helped me in a lot of ways, I don't think I would've turned out the same without you."

Lola looked back at the picture, she still couldn't believe it, it felt like she was looking at two completely different people, her eyes softened as she gently ran her thumb over the photo. "It's been one hell of a ride, huh? Can you imagine what our younger selves would say if they saw us right now?"

Reika wrapped her arms around Lola again, giving her another hug but more gentle this time. "They would absolutely call bullshit on us but Iike to think that it would also give them hope, that maybe life isn't as awful and shitty as they think."

Lola rested her head on Reika's shoulder, relishing the way the Socialite gently stroke her head. "Yeah, you're right. Thanks again, I love you, sis."

"I love you too, sister."

Thank you for the gift!