( Outside on the lawn, you're trying to find your seat, perhaps accepting a pre-graduation glass of champagne, mingling, or, in some cases keeping a close eye out.
Upstairs, you might be getting ready for the event itself. Changing. Receiving or giving gifts or an encouraging word. Maybe some last minute inspiration. (If a glass of champagne snuck its' way upstairs, this is Mystic Falls)
There are saved seats, at the back and on the sides for out of town guests, specifically those meant to be backup. )
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Upstairs, you might be getting ready for the event itself. Changing. Receiving or giving gifts or an encouraging word. Maybe some last minute inspiration. (If a glass of champagne snuck its' way upstairs, this is Mystic Falls)
There are saved seats, at the back and on the sides for out of town guests, specifically those meant to be backup. )