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Costume Honorary Ball
Topic Started: Feb 7 2007, 02:01 PM (1,423 Views)
Jocelyn
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Joss's head picked up as Mary Jane started saying something. Her head cocking slightly to the side as Mary Jane brushed it aside. Joss was curious if MaryJane knew something about James. Joss wanted to learn everything she could about him.

Joss glowed as Mary Jane thought it might be a good idea if James had a friend. Though her beaming ceased when Mary Jane commented as long as they were as pretty as her. Joss leaned in to Mary Jane. "Setting your standards a little low aren't you Mary Jane. I'm sure there's a beauty here somewhere James can introduce you to. Much better then lil ole me." Joss said with a giggle. Glad her suspucions were confirmed and more then a little flattered that Mary Jane had been nice enough to say she was pretty like that.

"But thanks for the compliment none the less." Joss said stepping back.

"Anywho when he's done talking business with whomever I'll ask him." Joss promised.
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Vincent
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There once was a time where he might not have noticed someone so very close to him, but be it fortunate or unfortunate, those days were gone. He didn't feel the brush of her hand at his back pocket, but rather the brush of her aura. Goosebumps rose over his skin and he swivelled to peer at her somewhat matter-of-factly. Pale eyes blinked expectantly behind rose tinted lenses, and a slender brow rose as he patted his back pocket to assure his wallet was infact still there.
'Can I help you..?" He uttered finally, skimming a step back to be out of the reach of the strangely shifting aura. In retrospect he wishes he had grabbed her, maybe been more angry. It was the same with any situation, he'd think back over it afterwards and imagine having done something differently. Instead he just stood there expectant and awkward, while the room whirled about behind him. He slipped the wallet out of his back pocket and into the inside pocket of his jacket fairly obviously.
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James S. Silverhold
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James noticed one person dressed very nicely. There was something odd about the fellow though he seemed to be looking for something. He blinked as he kept his gaze upon him. Indeed it was a very nice pinstripe suit. "The man has taste..." He said softly as he could not let his gaze fall from him. He than looked at Joss who was having a conversation still with her friend and back down to the man. He than disappeared in a jolt of speed moving silently and now stood beside him.

"Good evening." He said to Vincent as he took a glass of whine from one of the butlers he had who was offering it to a group. "I cannot say I have seen you before in the city..." He said calmly. He knew most faces in this city even if he was new. He blinked as he took an elegant sip. He than moaned softly enjoying the bitter taste of red whine. "Of course I am James S. Silverhold." He said to the man speaking politely yet casually. "I hope you are having a fine time at my party..." He said softly as he gave him an odd look. He than gave him a strange look. He seamed to be acting odd. "You ok?" He asked Vincent.
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Vincent
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"Your party? Oh, ah..." He smiled awkwardly and gave a polite nod of his head and tip of his hat. "I'm sorry, I didn't know. I'm not one for party crashing." He let his gaze track back to the girl who had tried to lift his wallet, then back to the man with the glass of wine. "I am having a good time, yes. I was just..... ah, introducing myself to this young lady." he gestured to the girl again. He wouldn't rat on her, it wasn't his way, and besides, he'd been in tight spots in the past himself. It didn't mean he was giving up his wallet though.
He smiled slightly and broke the awkward silence again: " I'm Vincent Charmers, most people call me Vinny." he didn't extend his hand to be shaken, which was usual for him. best to be cautious, not to mention he liked his watch and didn't fancy losing it to the young lady.
"I'm new here in the city. I wasn't aware as to whether this was a private function. Should I leave?"
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James S. Silverhold
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He smiled at the young man and shook his head. "No... No please stay..." He said slowly revealing his fangs to the stranger. "But I may recommend we meet later. There is much to discuss with new people to this city... I am the master of this city after all." He said with a light bow he than took another sip of whine. He than looked at the young woman and tipped his hat politely.

He than swirled the wine in his glass. "I like meeting new people so do not be afraid." He said with a smile he seemed to be the social type. He than looked at Vinny and whispered in his ear. "I hope I did not interrupt you and that wonderful young woman." He said calmly. He did not know if the man was embarrassed.
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Vincent
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The master of the city. how foolish he'd been to not guess it. His face flushed slightly and he made some noises of apology and waved his hand as if to show he didn't mean any harm.
He peered over at the girl as he was whispered to, and then laughed out rightly, so that his own fangs were visible for the barest moment.
"Interrupting me? No, no, not at all. it's nothing like that, I was simply discussing... uh... financial concerns with her, isn't that right?" He laughed softly again and returned his gaze to the Master of the City. "Well, I'm glad i didn't crash your party at least." He took his hat off for a moment to smooth his hair back down, then replaced it quickly. He was quite a mass actually, despite the suit, and he didn't wish to appear so. As per usual, his rose sunglasses remained in place, and in habit he pushed them back up his nose so that his eyes would remain mostly hidden.
"Please to make your acquaintance all the same." He finally added, having somewhat forgotten his manners before. it was never a good idea to piss off or offend the Master of the City.
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Drucilla Damonica
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She stopped, her hand in mid motion, and played it off as if she were mearly patting his butt. Though she doubted he would believe it, didn't matter though,as long as you never showed guilt, you were never truly guilty.

" Just checking the wears, ya know, gotta make sure my dance partner's got a nice ass...." She was cut off mid sentence by a rather errogant looking fellow approaching Mr. Pinstripe. They talked for a moment, but she was busy paying attention to the side pocket he had slipped his wallet into, that is until she heard Master of the City. " Aww man, this was not how she had intended on meeting him, oh well.

Mr. Pinstripe told the Master that his name was VIncent, it suited him she thought. Drusilla began laughing as he said they were just discussing business, yup he had't bought the checking out his ass story, but she didn't really care.

" Yes business that will have to be taken care of at a later date unfortunatly." She said with a cheerful smile extending her hand to Sir Silverhold.

" How do you do? I'm Drucilla Damonica, I actually came to this party seeking your favor. I'm new in town, and would like to beg permission for hunting rights and a position serving in your ranks." She thought about how silly she sounded, but oh well as long as it got the job done she didn't care.
[size=7]It is a sin to believe evil of others, but it is seldom a mistake.[/size]
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Maryjane Sativa
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[size=7]Well that had't done any good, Joss didn't seem to really care about the fact that she had been hit on by a lesbian, so it didn't do much for snapping her out of her trance, well it was silly to think something like that would work anyway.

" Your welcome Joss" She said with a giggle, then she saw the Master out of the corner of her eye just dissapear. Where had he gone?

" Did you see that?" She asked looking around for the the man that had become MIA.[/size]
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Vincent
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Vinny's gaze shifted back between his two present companions once again, and he shifted his weight awkwardly, well, what little there was to shift. His gaze lingered on the woman who introduced herself as Drucilla for an extended moment before he patted the pocket of his jacket again, just to be sure. He smirked very slightly as he peered at her from behind the secrecy of his lenses, and turned back to the Master of the City. her words to the gentleman had been very eloquent, very humble. Vinny was not in possession of either trait, and so he simply smiled again.
"This is a wonderful...ah... room." Brilliance, sheer brilliance. Room?! Idiot... He chuckled slightly under his breath and averted his gaze to take a sweep of the surroundings. He often wondered if it appeared odd, or maybe rude, for him to wear the glasses all the time. Maybe people thought him blind, perhaps disfigured. he didn't overly care either way, so long as he kept his psychological shield, as it were.
His gaze travelled up and over the grand balconies, absorbing the details here and there, tracing the contours of far-away faces. Finally he could stand it no longer, and he reached for his wallet and stuffed it back into the front pocket of his slacks, along with his hands. He rocked back and forth on his heels a couple of times, as if the act had been completely casual, then shot a glance back at Drucilla with the same soft smirk. So far the night had plunged into awkwardness at a breakneck speed, and he didn't hold too many hopes of it getting any better any time soon. Things had been so much easier when he could have just gotten drunk and danced like an imbecile.
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James S. Silverhold
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He smiled as Drucilla introduced herself. He took her hand and bowed. He than kissed it politely. "It is a pleasure to meet you miss Damonica. We can further discuss this whenever you please. Also I can offer you shelter in my humble home. This mansion is home to all of our and you will do us much honor if you would stay." He said as he slowly released her hand. "As I said before I am James S. Silverhold." He said calmly giving Dru a friendly smile. "Also you came at the right time. A lot of the followers left after I took control so a lot of our ranks are open.

He than looked at Vincent taking in his scent. "Vincent you are also granted hunting rights and if needed shelter within my home." He said to him with a small smile. He than looked at him as if examining his being. "Why thank you I am glad you like the room. May I ask what clan you belong to?" He asked Vincent. James himself belonged to no clan he was sired near when they started to grow.
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Vincent
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Vinny was taken a little by surprise at the question put to him. So far, he hadn't seen many clan folk in the city, which had suited him fine. He stammered for a minute with a blank expression.
"Oh, uh.. Toreador..." he sounded almost regretful on the last word, as if the thought of it bored him or annoyed him. The toreadors he'd been around had been so air headed that he felt ashamed to associate himself with them sometimes, not that he claimed to have much more mental capacity most of the time. He liked to think he had some common sense left at least. "And... uh, thanks for the..." he gestured in circles with his hand expectantly as if he wasn't sure how to put it. 'Permission, I guess." He smiled again slightly and a soft chuckle left him as he dared another wary glance back at Drucilla. he lifted a hand from his pocket to scratch an itch on his temple as he dipped his head. He chuckled to himself again at how the evening was going thus far.
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Jocelyn
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Joss had been keeping James in the corner of her vision so she had noticed his sudden disappearance and it had made her heart jump into her throat.

"Yes I... Well... he certainly is fast." Joss said trying to sound as if everything was normal but inside she was wondering if he had sought out prettier fair. She turned back towards the balcony clutching it. He certainly had run away from her fast.

Tears threatened at the corners of her eyes as her eyes roved over the growing crowd of people growing in the ballroom below. She scanned and scanned and managed to finally catch site of him as he kissed another woman's hand bowing to her. Her stomach dropped and there was the slight sound of a crunch as Joss gripped the wooden banister of the balcony a little too tightly.
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Penny Genice
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Stepping into the ballroom she watched as several others lingered about the room exchanging conversation. When she first had received the invitation had laughed believing it to be a joke. She was not one to dance and especially with so many people watching her all at once, but slowly she made her way into the room. As always curiosity had gotten the better of her and she soon found herself exploring the house. It was beautiful and wondered why someone had invited her to attend. After all, the place won hands down against her new apartment which she had just moved into.

Her eyes skipped over the entire room and soon found herself standing near a staircase leaning up against the banister. Watching everyone else dance along to the music she watched in fascination. The place was cryptic yet enchanting at the same time and found herself taking comfort in being there.
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Maryjane Sativa
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[size=7]Maryjane followed Joss's gaze, until it fell upon the Master, with another girl none the less. She could see Joss's body tense, her mind working a mile a minute, and finally the crunch of the balcony railing under the jeolouse leopards strong grip. She stepped up to the railing next to Joss.

" Well he is a man, and who knows maybe it's just a guest he's meeting, I mean look there is another guy with them, that's probably her date there." She said not sure why she was helping the master of the city, but knowing she didn't want her friend to be upset.

" Wanna get a drink? The bars right over there." She said with a friendly expectant smile on her face, as if she were trying to cheer up a crying child.

Cannabis reached out his little monkey fingers and tangled them in Joss's hair, before fulling quickly on the tendrel. Maryjane jumped backwards swinging him down into her arms and scoulding him. " Don't do pull Maryjanes hair, shame on you." she said shaking her finger and patting his nose. Cannabis just sat there glaring at her in the way that spoilt Lima's do.[/size]
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Drucilla Damonica
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Well that had just been to easy, thought Drucilla. She had gained full permission, a place to stay, and even a possibility of being in the Master's ranks, after only a few sentences, she mentally rubbed her hands together "wonderful" She thought, and then threw her attention back to the men.

" Thank you lord for all that you have offered, I would be more than graciouse to serve you however you see fit." She said with a curtsey. It would have been humble had she lowered her eyes, but she was a daring lass, and instead kept eye contact with him seductivly through out her curtsey.

After standing she glanced back to the man in pinstripe. He seemed an odd character, but interesting, and she felt as if he were daring her. Drucilla had always been one for competition, and she smiled gleefully as he returned his wallet to his back pocket. He truly was testing her, and the idea gave her a rush.

" If you wouldn't mind Lord, I would love it if Vincent would spin me around the dance floor a few times. That is if you would allow me leave lord?" She asked each of them there questions with a flirty smile.
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Jocelyn
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Joss took a few deep breaths as Mary Jane spoke beside her. "Right.. .of course right. I mean he has to placate to everyone make the rounds." Joss said trying to convince herself. She didn't answer immediatly as Mary Jane asked her if she wanted a drink. She glanced over at Mary Jane who was smiling happily and Joss tried to muster a smile in return. Then suddenly her hair was yanked and she squeaked then had to laugh as MJ pulled Cannabis into her arms and reprimanded him.

"It's ok." Joss said. "Yeah why don't we get a drink. See if we can spot a hottie for you. Maybe don't have to wait for poor busy James then." Joss said trying to be positive.
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[size=7]Maryjane felt relieved when Joss accepted the idea of getting a drink, and even through in searching for a playmate for MJ, at least she wasn't completely entranced by the vampire.

" Shall we.." She offered her arm jokingly in a very gentlmenly fashion and began strutting towards the bar. Maryjane wasn't really interested in meeting any new romantic interest at the moment, but for Joss she would play along, who know's maybe she would meet someone interesting after all. The main thing though was to get Joss away from the Master of the City without ending up in a box herself.[/size]
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Jocelyn
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JOss gave a very, even in her opinion, girly laugh as Mary Jane held out her arm for Jocelyn to take. She slipped her hand into the crook of Mary Janes arm and held on lady to MJ's gentleman and giggled as they started making their way towards the bar.

"We shall." Joss giggled. She stayed hooked into Mary Janes arm as they reached the bar. Ordering a vodka club for herself and forcing herself not to turn and see where James was now. No... no... some men didn't like drooling doting jealous girls. Maybe a little aloofness was in order.
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Vincent's eyes narrowed very slightly in suspicion as Drucilla spoke up again. He peered at her for a long moment. Truth be told, he wasn't one for formal dancing, unless you counted "The Drunken Englishman Shuffle" as formal dancing, which he doubted she would. "Well, er... I'm not exactly... fleet of foot." he responded carefully. He realised she was up to something, somewhere in the back of his brain, and he peered in the direction of the dance floor. Okay Vinny, you can do this, you learned... what was that, the box step back in school... of course, it did take you weeks to learn the one step. Oh, goddamnit! You could just make it up as you go along so long as you don't mortally wound someone in the process of flailing around like an idiot. Hah, idiot. Vinny slumped very slightly and peered at the master of the city as if begging for him to say no, no, you shouldn't dance. And he thought he really shouldn't dance, not where the safety of others and himself was at stake. There had once been a time, back in the 80's where he'd danced his ass off, but that was all sort of made up, and probably seemed a lot better than it was through the drug haze.
"Do you really want to try and dance with an Englishman? Do you value your toes?" he said, peering at her again.
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Leon had been at the table for most of the time now just munching on nothing in particular or drinking another glass of wine, how he loved the fact he could taste and eat food without dieing, he had caught site of the ... his master and two others talking, he smirked watching the second male but sensed something somewhat questionable about the female, if it wasnt her intentions it was her, but he would have to keep master away from her. She seemed a little too ... schemeing even for Leon, so he walked around them getting closer to them as he made a full circle around them before slipping in between the second male and the female. Master he knew had to go, and he couldnt have him to himself, not yet, so why not make more friends, power was not a bad thing to have of, but friends were better.

He smiled and fake chuckled at Vinny's joke

"The english shuffle is a dance i know very well, and my dear i really would advise against it if you value your toes, just as he said, However, i personally know a very fine tango or waltz if your interessted"

As he spoke to the female he used his mind to speak to the male

"You owe me"

He would dance with the female having saved the male from her, and master, then he would simple politly say goodnight.
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Vinny peered at the man. The night was simply getting more and more awkward, and he hated owing people anything, lest of all those connected to power in some way, it made for a very dangerous and dicey situation. He coughed into his hand awkwardly to hide his smirk and chuckle at the manner of his being saved. He shifted his weight to the other foot and peered at the small gathering he had become a part of, then stuffed his hands into his back pockets very deliberately. He shot a glance at the woman very briefly and then returned his gaze to the men.
"Well, I'm glad someone can dance with the lady, as I unfortunately certainly have two left feet and less coordination than a fish out of water." He shuffled a step back from them politely and inwardly grumbled about owing the stranger.
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He nodded at Dru. "Please enjoy you're self this evening love. We can talk later just talk to one of the servants and they will set you up with lodging." He said as he bowed to Dru and Vincent and took in a deep breath. His eyes glowed lightly as he spotted Joss and MJ. A smile curled upon his pale lips as he took another step than disappeared. He than appeared behind the pair giving them both a small grin. "Sorry for disappearing ladies... I had to meet the new comers to the city..." He said with a nod and also in a quite charming manner.


"I hope I did not interrupt anything. " He said innocently as he eyed Joss for a moment keeping his soft grin. He than brushed a strand of his hair that was loose from his face. He slowly rested his arms to his sides as he blinked slowly as he took in there scents slowly and smiled.
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Jocelyn
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Joss jumped as James spoke from behind them nearly spilling the drink in her hands. She smiled though as soon as she saw James sidling up next to him. "No we were just getting a drink and then we were going to cruise and see if we could find a pretty partner for Mary Jane." Joss paused. "Oh James this is Mary Jane I don't know if you know each other." Joss said apologetically. "She works at the Kandle Klub too and lives in my building. And that's Cannabis." Joss said indicating the monkey on MJ's shoulder. Joss was practically beaming. She'd never been so happy in her life. Her past weeks, months even of depression and feeling like she was nothing had seemed to have melted away.
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