[Aw, Onyx really seems happy! Hijikata asked the jeweler to tie the band to the yatagarasu's approximate size so it won't get in his way while flying or perching on branches. He allows the grooming, even if it won't get his hair any neater. His own familiar, despite having a crow form too, would never be this affectionate with him... in fact Hijikata would be kind of spooked if he suddenly were. He laughs a little and runs a hand over the youkai's back.]

It suits you, Onyx.

[Already the server returns with their sake and a thin little candle, which he sticks into Hijikata's cupcake and lights.]

Do I make a wish now? Or should we leave it on for a while for ambience?

[The server smiles and ensures him that they'll provide them with lights for their table once it gets properly dark. After a few words of banter he leaves, and Hijikata raises his glass to Crow.]

Here's to our middle birthday!