Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *Arrives at
Joy's using her key to enter thru the back door, turning off the security.
Heading into the main area to turn on the coffee machines and getting them
started, as she checks the clock on the wall.*
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *A attractive girl
in her late teens or early twenties, with a pale complexion, just under average
height with a petite frame curved just enough in all the right places. Long
raven black hair hangs a bit past her shoulders, dyed with pink streaks. A
cigarette is often found dangling between her pink glossed lips. Thick black eye
liner and faint pink eyeshadow highlights her brilliant green eyes. Wearing a
purple plaid pleat mini skirt, fishnet stockings cover her legs, with a pair of
black short tomb buckle boots. A purple cropped baby tee with "I’M A BAD GIRL"
emblazoned on it just under this in smaller letters is “You should spank me”,
exposing her midriff and bellybutton ring. Around her neck is a black velvet
choker, with a silver pentacle hanging from it resting in the hollow of her
throat.*((Fame 1)) (( http://www.wodnyc.net/modules.php?name=coppermine&file=displayimage&album=1&pos=7
))
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *once the coffee
is done she makes herself a cup and checks the clock once more*
Lee Minardi: * He's a rough looking
young man in his early twenties. Standing tall at a few inches over six feet,
with hard green eyes and a shaved head save for a thin, spiked mohawk of black
hair. His frame is well toned and muscular, looking like he could do a little
more than just hold his own if things go bad. There is a small silver cone in
his left earlobe and another silver barpell just under his bottom lip, above a
well trimed black soulpatch on his chin. Both arms bear elaborate tattoos of
swirling flames, flowers, lightning and women in various states of undress. He
is dressed in a Black Flag tee shirt and faded woodland BDU pants over a pair of
Oi boots. Those into ink might find him familier. {{ Fame 2 }} *
Lee Minardi: * He pulls the Ninja to the
front of the store and parks it on the sidewalk, chaining it to a parking metter
before leaning against the building to wait. *
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *splurges on
flavorings for the coffee while she waits*
Keridwen Hawthorne: It's warm out or else
she might have gone with the leather outfit. Instead, she goes with red tank top
of her own design with a phoenix (http://penthouse.no-ip.org/anime2/Fushigi_Yuugi_01_1024.jpg
[if this link works] like the one of her tattoo that Lee has seen on her back),
black jeans and red ankle boots. She's a natural redhead and proud of it. Brown
eyes, about 5'7". Around her neck she wears a necklace that is never taken off;
that of a beautiful and ornate looking phoenix.
Lee Minardi: * He lights up a cigarette
and looks through the glass over his shoulder, sticking his tounge out at Roxy
while he waits. *
Keridwen Hawthorne: ((Trying to get the
right red color)) She drives up in a red Mitsubishi Eclipse (looks to be a few
years old)
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: ((she has really
BIG... eyes...))
Lee Minardi: * When he sees Keri pull up
he uses his key to unlock the door and opens it for her when she gets out of the
car. * " Thanks for coming on short notice. Some people wanted to meet you and
there is no better time than right now. "
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *flips Lee off
when he looks in and sticks his tongue out. Hard to tell if she is kidding with
most of the lights out leaving the shop mostly dark. Taking a sip of coffee*
Keridwen Hawthorne: ((Did the link work
then? The pic is the phoneix in the background not the girl *laugh*))
Lee Minardi: {{ Worked for me that time.
}}
Keridwen Hawthorne: She clicks the key
with the alarm on it and follows Lee. Her hair looks to still be a bit on the
wet side. "It's okay. Just caught me out of the shower. No biggie though."
C.R.: The
sounds of footsteps come up the stairs in the back room, and out steps C.R. from
behind the curtain. It's not before 2 pm, so he's fully awake and alert...not
that it stops him from making a beeline for the espresso machine. The T-Shirt
reads "I will kick your ass without smearing my eyeliner." He smiles to Roxy as
he slips toward the counter. "Mornin', Rox." , He looks out through the window
front and nods to Lee, actually diverting from the coffee machine to get the
door.
Lee Minardi: * He smirks. * " Wish I
had one of those video phones then. After you. "
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Oh I bet you do...."
she smirks right back before stepping inside the place.
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: Um acttually it's
evening, the sun's already setting again.*moves out of the way of the coffee
machines so he can get his cup* Lee's outside, guess he is waiting for the
chick.
Lee Minardi: * He starts to lock the door
behind them when he notices C.R. * " Oh hey man. Roxy gave me a key and alarm
info. "
Lee Minardi: {{ Keri could not make it
till 10pm }}
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *nods to Keri when
she comes in* Who do you think had the key made?
C.R.: "Yep,"
he says to Roxy with a grin. "Sun is setting. So it's morning." He looks to Lee
and nods with a chuckle. "Yeah, I know. Thought maybe you'd lost it or
something. Heya." The last said to Keri with the same grin, before he turns back
around and heads toward the espresso machine.
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Hello," she greets
them, but other than that, she stays quiet and for the moment, will let Lee do
most of the talking until otherwise needed.
Lee Minardi: * He shrugs. * " Dude was
trying to open the door for us. I dont know how you freaks opperate. "
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: No he was opening
the door for him, sometimes he forgets and thinks he's a gentlemen or somthing
or other like that. *glances to CR with a smirk, taking another sip of coffee*
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: ((him = her))
Lee Minardi: " Okay you said that you had
met C.R. That hot thing over there that is about to get us some coffee is Roxy.
They wanted to have a meeting and you are the guest of honor. "
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: Hey*said to Keri*
Want coffee?
Keridwen Hawthorne: Her left hand moves to
her wrist before putting her arms behind her back. Then just wraps her fingers
around her wrist gently. "Yes. Actually met Roxy too before. Same day I was in.
Afternoon actually I believe it was." She debates the coffee. "I think I'll
pass, or I'll be awake until tomorrow morning."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *shrugs slightly*
Thats the norm around here, sunset to sunrise and sleep during the day when the
weirdo's in suits are out.
C.R.: "Yeah,
if only the Black Hats worked banker's hours, we'd be set." He grins a little
bit and gets his quad Americano made fairly quickly, then moves to take a seat
at a table. Out comes his cigerettes.
Keridwen Hawthorne: She nods. "Thank you
anyway. I'll keep on my usual schedule."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: You know you would
think with them being the union they would... you know have a workers union and
demand better pay and hours.*shrugs slightly and heads over to were CR sat
taking a seat by him and stealing a cigarette*
Lee Minardi: * He takes a quick pull on
his smoke and heads off to get one for himself. * " Have a seat, Keri. "
Keridwen Hawthorne: She finds a place to
sit and makes herself comfortable.
C.R.: He
snorts to Roxy as he lights up. "Worker's unions promote individuality and
non-conformity. Why would the fuckers want that?" He shrugs and looks over to
Keri. "So, making it all official-like...I'm C.R. Hollow One, Hollower,
Darkling, Shiftless Layabout, Undisciplined Orphan, or whatever the latest title
for us is within the Great Council." He grins a bit and leans back, taking a
drag off his smoke.
Lee Minardi: * He returns a few minutes
later with a mug for himself. * " Alright. Sorry if you thought this was a date
or something, Keri. Could not really go into detail on the phone. "
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: So, Lee tells us
your a cusion so to speak but not overly found of your close family you might
say.
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *glances to CR and
smiles a bit and uses his lighter to light a cigarette of her own up* Think it
is Loser with a capital L. *making the shape of a L on her forhead with her
finger and thumb*
Lee Minardi: " Never said that. To be
truthful I said you did not seem to be into the bullshit politics and that I
thought you were cool. "
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Nice to meet
you...well, the second time around, C.R." She smirks at Lee. "Oh, I wasn't sure
really what you had in mind. Figured a date would have been at a dance club
though." A bit of a nod to Roxy. "I've been doing my own thing for a while.
Avoiding politics like the plague. But realizing I need to improve my social
skills and get hooked up with some like minded people."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: Well you can't
really avoid the politics no matter what you do. *taking a drag off her
cigarette* To give you a rough lowdown on things. Their is three chantries in
the city, two are controled by the traditions and we control the other.*with the
we she indicates the others in the room* Now fair warning lone wolf don't play
out to well locally, the black hats have restarted the program, even wiping out
a Hermetic chantry and virtually wiping them out. *shrugs slightly* Plus the
city seems to be sitting on a helmouth or some shift with all the fucked up
weird shit always going on. *stops to give keri a chance to mentally digest all
that*
C.R.: "Fair
enough." He nods a little bit to Keri after giving Roxy a smirk at her comment
and gesture. "We're all about the hook-up here, and politics blows."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *gives CR a
slightly pouty look* Well they never blew me...
Keridwen Hawthorne: She listens closely to
all that she's told about the current situation going on in the city. Given all
the time she's spent pretty secluded, it takes a moment for her to really
respond. "I tended to move around enough and maybe that's helped. But in some
ways, it may have hindered. But I like it here and plan to stick around." Then
she remembers one other thing, "Did Lee already tell you my affiliation?"
C.R.: "You
didn't take them for dinner and a movie first," he says to Roxy with a wink.
Lee Minardi: * He just nods his head. *
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *nods a bit to
Keri as she takes a long drag off her cig* Well he told us what you told him
anyways. *said with a smirk* Moving around is fine but just a word of advice it
won't save you in the end if you want to stick around. Need to hook up with
someone, who is what you need to figure out.
Keridwen Hawthorne: "It hasn't changed in
that time. Just wasn't sure and didn't want to go repeating myself." She plays
again with her wrist, rubbing it a bit before her hand goes up to her necklace.
"I'm not so sure how well I deal with the norm. And honestly, if you think I'd
fit in here and we all get along after getting to know each other better, then
maybe that would be the route for me to go. Figured it still needed to be all
mutual for it to work well."
Keridwen Hawthorne: And actually C.R.'s
response to Roxy makes her smile a little bit. It had to be good to do that.
Nervous as she was.
C.R.: "Mutual's
good," he says with a nod. "And technically, there's three and a half." A slight
scowl. "One of them just isn't worth mentioning."
Lee Minardi: * His eyes watch as the hands
fidgit, but he remains quiet for the moment. *
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *glances to CR and
shakes her head slightly at his reply then turns her attention back to Keri and
shrugs slightly* Well unlike the others we are more of a community of equals so
you will need to meet the rest before thats for sure if thats what you want.
*glances to CR, then back to Keri* Though for our own protection I would like to
do a little ritual, one I am sure your well aware of consider your trads
obession with fate. Just one to check truth and make sure you really are who and
what you claim. *smiles pleasently* We can't be to careful you understand.
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *glances to CR and
obvious for a moment wondering who he means by half and then shrugs, obviously
realising who he meant and blowing it off as beyond mentioning*
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Whatever you need to
do. If the tables were turned I'd probably be wanting the same reassurance."
C.R.: He
nods a little bit at Roxy's request and Keri's acceptance, falling silent for
the moment as he takes a drag off his cigarette.
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *nods slightly at
that* Alright just hold still a second. *then leans across and reaches her right
hand out to cup Keri's chin with her fingers and rub her thumb on her lips*
Lies, beget lies, that beget lies, let their only be truth. ((short ritual,
entropy 1 effect for ring of truth))
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones:
d10: arete: 3,7,6,8,
Lee Minardi: * He stubs out his cigarette
and stands, tired of siting and maybe a little listless. *
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones:
d10: arete: 5,9,5,9,
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: ((done, like I
said short one. mostly she just wanted to be sure it worked*s*))
Keridwen Hawthorne: Keri sits there
quietly and watches Roxy closely.
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *pulls her hand
back* Ok so whats your name?
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Keridwen Hawthorne
to most. In Japan also Yoshi Hana."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *nods a bit* Ok,
what tradition are you?
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Euthanatos."
C.R.: He's
quiet, watching and listening for now.
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: Have any
affiliation with the Technocracy?
Keridwen Hawthorne: "No."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: Currently
affiliated with your tradition?
Keridwen Hawthorne -> C.R.:
((I kept typing, 'not that I'm aware of'
remembering that her necklace has something....and actually what you told me to
call it. But figured Yes and no and short answeres would be better right now))
Keridwen Hawthorne: "How so?" That
question has her puzzled. "I worked with a mentor for a while. Is that what you
mean?"
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: Nah I mean do you
work for them and currently trying to further their aggenda. You said you was
off on your own now.
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Oh, I don't work for
them. Just my own agendas."
C.R.: "What
do you think of the Order of Hermes?" He had to ask. There's a little, curious
smile on his face as he asks the question.
C.R. -> Keridwen Hawthorne:
((That's fine. In her mind, she's telling the
complete truth...and really, she is. Possesing a chip with knowledge of the
Union certainly isn't affiliation. ;) ))
Keridwen Hawthorne: "I don't know
anyone who is of that Tradition and I honestly don't know much about them. So I
can't say."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: Do you truelly
seek to join our little chantry and be a fully supporative member, loyal to the
chantry first before tradition and abid by chantry rules? Assuming after you
hear the rules you want to still join and the rest give a thumbs up. *takes a
drag off her cigarette*
C.R.: "Works
for me." He grins and nods.
Keridwen Hawthorne -> C.R.:
((Well, when you put it that way....though if
she's with a faction, that still doesn't mean that she's actively associated
does it? If so, then I can just take that off the sheet since she's her own
'agent'))
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *glances to CR and
slightly rolls her eyes at that and then to keri* We really don't like the
hermetics you might say.
Lee Minardi: " Might help her if she knew
the rules. " * He heads off to top of his coffee. *
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Yes. As long as it is
amicable to all." Then a glance to C.R. and Roxy. "Well, then at least point one
out to me so I know."
C.R. -> Keridwen Hawthorne:
((Naah. Even "Ronin" members of the Traditions
are still members. It determines, essentially, the specialty spheres and things
like that.))
Lee Minardi: {{ AFK for a few. Daughter
needs my help. Managed to break something. *L* }}
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *nods to Lee* Yeah
will get to that, but thats why i said assuming she wants to join after hearing
them.
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Oh yes....well, I
figure rules are pretty straightforward. But that would be good to know," she
nods to Lee. "Thanks."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *stops and thinks
a moment then glances at CR and Lee* You guys got any questions for her?
Keridwen Hawthorne -> C.R.:
((Oh good. Thanks :) ))
C.R.: "We
will," he says to Lee. "Part of the plan." He looks to Keri. "It's a personal
thing. Feel free to like them all you want...no accounting for taste. Some
people like sour kraut, and I think they're nuts, but hey...it works for them. I
think we can find one to point out to you, though."
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Alright. That
seems fair enough," she nods.
C.R.:
"Several questions, actually...but most wouldn't be ethical for me to ask while
you're playing human lie detecter, Rox. That'd be cheating." He chuckles and
shrugs. "Only one I've got is this...ever violate the Rule of Shade?"
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *takes a sip of
coffee while waiting to see if the boys come up with any questions*
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Never."
C.R.: He nods
to Keri, then leans back. "She's a-okay by me."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *furrows her brow
at CR* See when did you grow a moral backbone? *then shrugs with a smirk* Sides
like the say, if your not cheating your not trying.
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: ((see = since))
Lee Minardi: " No questions. " * He calls
out from behind the counter. *
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Is there anything
else?" she asks Roxy.
C.R.: "What
can I say...I like a challenge," he shoots over to Roxy with a grin.
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *thinks a moment,
then gets a expression like she just thought of a important one* Ah yeah
actually... are you a virgin and whats your favorite sexual postion? *grins and
looks all innocent... well as innocent as she can dressed the way she is*
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Actually...I'm not
sure."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *furrows her brow*
Your not sure if your a virgin? Typically it is fairly memorable experince...
sometimes a bad memory admitedly but still.
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *shakes her head
slightly* Anyways not that important I suppose.
Keridwen Hawthorne: "I know I haven't been
with any guys that I remember, but there's someone....I don't know if it's like
a past life experience or what."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *looks at Keri
a long moment* Ok... *then shrugs* Anyways it was mostly a joke... mostly.
*smiles a bit* Ok here is the rules of the chantry. ((You can read them on the
page as she would just tell them verbatum(sp)))
C.R.: He
tilts his head curiously at Keri's answer, and shrugs. "Past lifey stuff...never
been my thing. Sure there's someone who could help you with that, though. If you
want."
Lee Minardi: * He finaly returns and
retakes his chair. *
Keridwen Hawthorne: She listens closely to
what Roxy says. ((I'll read it again in a little bit.)) "It wasn't anything I
really thought about until now," she shrugs.
Keridwen Hawthorne -> C.R.:
((Had to think on that one really hard because
Keri's memories had been altered *laugh* I was waiting for that kind of
question. But I bet it wasn't expected for the answer.))
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: Thats basicly it,
if your still interasted thats cool just say so. If not, we can direct you to
one of the other chantries that might be more your speed. *takes a final drag
off the cigarette before stubing it out in a ashtray*
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Well it sounds
good. But I like to think things over and not make rash decisions. It sounds
pretty good though."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: Just let us know
what you decided, if it is yes then you can meet the rest and we can go from
there then.
C.R.: "Not
that any of the others have nearly as cool of members...or a hangout place." He
grins.
Lee Minardi: " I had no idea that they
were going to offer you an invitation at all. Sorry to dump this on you. "
Keridwen Hawthorne: "I like this place.
And it feels pretty good being here, so I have to agree with you, C.R."
Keridwen Hawthorne: "It's okay, Lee. I
didn't mind. It was a surprise though. A good one."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *frowns at Lee*
Playing lone wolf in this city is not much better than sucicide and we wanted to
talk to her. She seems cool so we offered, if she didn't then we would have
recomend one of the others and helped her get in touch with them.
Lee Minardi: " Not going to argue about it
right now. She is cool and I dont mind. Just seems a little out of the blue. "
Keridwen Hawthorne: She listens quietly.
C.R.:
"Wasn't planned, so to speak." He shrugs. "But hey, no one's pissed, it's all
good, right?"
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *shakes her head
slightly but doesn't reply and takes a sip of coffee*
Lee Minardi: " Yeah its all good. " * He
lights up another cigarette and wipes the frown from his face. *
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Is it all cool?" she
wonders with the reactions.
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *nods a bit to
Keri, draining the last of the coffee as she stands* Yeah just let us know and
if not then we will interduce you to one of the other chantries. *then takes her
cup over to the trash bin and throws it away*
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Can I let you know
through Lee then? Or how should I let you know?"
Lee Minardi: " Its all cool. I am just a
new arival to this crew and I am still geting used to how things work. "
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *shrugs slightly*
Either let Lee know or call here and leave a message. As you see we have access
*using her arm to geasture at the place as if to make her point* to the place
when it is closed so one of us will get the message and no one else will. Just
keep it low key as it is open air waves.
C.R.: "Lee
works...or you still got my number, I think." He nods. "Whatever's clever."
Keridwen Hawthorne: She nods. "I still
have your number. Was actually going to just call anyway about the comics, but
this all happened before I had the chance. And I can think of something
non-descript."
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: Anyways nice
meeting you Keri, but i think I am going to take off. *faint smile graces her
lips* Seeya later boys. *then heads towards the door*
Lee Minardi: * He watches as Roxy heads
out and shakes his head. * " Yeah. See you thursday. "
C.R.: "See
ya, Rox." He watches Roxy leave and then lights up a new cigarette, looking
between Lee and Keri.
Lee Minardi: " Dont know who she is
calling boy. " * He smirks and rubs at the back of his head. *
Keridwen Hawthorne: She has a worried look
on her face, which is not typical for her. Though she doesn't say anything at
the moment, she watches Roxy leave.
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: *steps out the
door letting it close softly behind her as she heads down the street towards the
nearest subway terminal*
Anastasia "Roxy" Jones: ((killing nick
but still lurking))
C.R.: "Me,"
says to Lee with a grin. "I don't wanna grow up, I'm a Toys R Us Kid. I just
shop at the X-Rated Toys R Us."
Keridwen Hawthorne: That does make her
actually laugh.
Lee Minardi: * After the long silence
he stands and drains the last of his coffee. *
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Ummmm.....maybe I
should go?"
C.R.: He
sighs a bit and finishes up his coffee before looking to Keri. "So, anyway.
Business aside...how's the other business?"
Lee Minardi: " Well I think I am going to
go. You guys have fun. Still need to check out those comics but just not in the
mood right now. "
C.R.: "All
right, Lee. Stay cool, man...I'll catch you later."
Lee Minardi: " Yeah, later man. Cool
seeing you again. "
Lee Minardi: * With that he checks to make
sure that he has his key still and heads for the front door. *
C.R.: He
looks back over to Keri. "You're fine. Really. 'less you wanna jet off, which is
also fine. Up to you, really."
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Oh, Lee....you were
right about something....." she says to him before he gets out of there, unless
he just misses what she's said. "I just am not sure what happened
there....that's all. As for my accupuncture business. It's pretty good. I've got
a few clients now."
C.R.:
"Cool, cool." He nods and smiles at mention of the acupuncture business.
"Clients to tend to help that whole business thing."
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Yes. I like to see
the money come in. Have things picked up since you had to close things? I can't
remember if Lee had said the place had reopened again or not."
C.R.: "Hasn't
yet," he says with a shake of his head. "A few situational experiences that
we're still trying to work on. Soon, though, hopefully."
Keridwen Hawthorne: "I do hope it's soon."
She starts to stand. "I have a couple appointments in the morning so I probably
should take off."
C.R.: He nods
and smiles to her. "Awright. Well, have a good one, Keri. I'll talk to you
soon?" He rises to get the door behind her. He's one of the ones who lives here,
so he's going nowhere.
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Oh definitely.
Probably tomorrow. Thanks for seeing me." She heads for the door. ((Thanks for
the scene. :) ))
C.R.: ((Thank
you! :) ))
Keridwen Hawthorne: "Have a good night,
C.R." And with that, she's out the door.
C.R.:
"Night." He locks it behind and heads back downstairs.