Gavriil Kazimir: *he arrives a bit
earlier than planned at Fujiyama the traditional Japanese steak and sushi place.
He tips the valet and then lingers outside the entrance to the place smoking a
cigarette. About 10 minutes early, perhaps he's a bit eager*
Catie: *she steps out of her cab, patiently
listening to the man finish a rather rambling lecture that's about either modern
morals, or the stock market. it's kind of hard to tell which. clad in a simple
dark blue dress with a strand of small peach-cream pearls around her throat and
matching drop earrings. dark curls bound in a twist at the nape of her neck.
demure and elegant, in a manner suited for a very young woman*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
Claire is about five minutes early, wearing a
simple black cocktail dress, designer brand of course, along with her black
Versace heels. Alluring, exotic and demure, her familiar heritage shines through
beyond the pearly white smile that she seems to almost always wear. Obvious
model material, she carries herself very proudly, perhaps it's the bloodline or
because of her other heritage in the mundane world. Her long auburn hair is cut
stylishly, parted to the side, frames her face beautifully, with just the barest
hint of makeup worn. ((pics: http://www.obsidianroses.com/claire01.gif & http://www.obsidianroses.com/claire02.gif))
Gavriil Kazimir: ~description away! (since
he's still outside)Gavriil is a man of slightly above average height and noble
bearing, although some may view him to have a somewhat disconcerting appearance.
With short dark hair and an almost perpetual dark shadow of facial hair he is
not unkempt but he doesn't give off the impression that he spends a lot of time
looking in the mirror. Gavriil has a piercing gaze and he stares back at any who
look in his direction. He carries himself with an aloof and confident air giving
off the impression that he is man with a critical eye and an inner purpose
driven fire.(Fang PB 3)
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She also used the valet parking service as well.
Gavriil Kazimir: *he takes one last drag
off his smoke and deposits it in the gloved hand of the doorman after flicking
away the cherry. This seems like normal behavior though as the doorman simply
takes the butt and then pulls the door open. He steps up to the hostess* I
believe there's a table reserved..Carrier...3.
Catie: ((PB 3, feral appearance)) *she's a
delicate young woman of perhaps fifteen, with long dark curls currently pinned
atop her head and large dark eyes. her skin is truly English--roses and cream.
her makeup this evening applied with a light hand, just accentuating her dainty
prettiness. she shows promise of becoming a real beauty not too long from now,
and her movements are graceul. her voice is soft and sweet and she possesses a
quality rare among today's youth. modesty.*
Catie: *she drifts into the restaurant and
blinks slightly at the man's back. a tad startled by the mention of his table*
Gavriil Kazimir: *he glances over his
shoulder at Catie just as the hostess dressed in her traditional kimono leads
him towards one of the smaller tables secluded off in the corner. Oddly enough
there are no chairs at this restaurant and people sit and sip saki or eat their
food sitting upon plush pillows near tables that are maybe a foot and a half off
the ground. On themed nights patrons might be asked to remove their shoes but
this night it seems is just casual service*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
Since Gavriil was early she's still actually
behind him time wise, and moves inside the restaurant, the door being quickly
opened for her and graciously she smiles warmly to them. She goes to the hostess
and announces herself. "Carrier table. There will be a last minute guest with
us. I hope that will not be too hard to accomodate."
Catie: *she murmurs to the hostess, when she
returns* Carrier party as well,please. *giving the woman a sweet, shy-edged
smile. and follows her quietly*
Gavriil Kazimir: *he's seated, he looks up
when Catie comes over to the same table. He stands almost immediately when it
becomes apparant she's one of the party of 3. He glances over towards Claire as
she is lead over by another of the hostesses. He seems a bit distracted for a
moment before he looks back to Catie* I'm Gavriil..*perhaps caught a bit off
guard by the quick arrivals*
Gavriil Kazimir: *smooth...dumbass. He
manages to restrain a growl and instead nods to both of the women waiting for
them to be seated before he resumes sitting as well*
Catie: it's a pleasure to meet you, sir.
*offers him her hand, eyes slipping up to his face, then lowering politely* i'm
Catie. Catie Bellewhit.
Catie: *smiles shyly to Claire*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She is all smiles, polite to a T. "Good evening.
It is such a pleasure for me to meet all of you. Thank you so much for wishing
to have this little get together. I'm Claire."
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: Into the
establishment he walks, taking a deep breath as he makes his way in. The man is,
as always, completely put together...how else would one expect him to be? Blond
hair, perfectly in place...suit cut right to his form. He takes a quick look
around the establishment and notes the trio, moving that way with a smile after
a word to the hostess that his party is here.
Catie: *she offers her hand to Claire as
well, after Gav either shakes it or does not* it was wonderful of you to invite
me. *she smiles again, shyly*
Gavriil Kazimir: *he takes Catie's hand
very lightly and smiles over at Claire. Other Silver Fangs..he's almost
forgotten what it's like to be around them. * I've been quite eager to meet
others of our family.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3) -> Troy Lawrence
[PB 4]: Claire is about five minutes early,
wearing a simple black cocktail dress, designer brand of course, along with her
black Versace heels. Alluring, exotic and demure, her familiar heritage shines
through beyond the pearly white smile that she seems to almost always wear.
Obvious model material, she carries herself very proudly, perhaps it's the
bloodline or because of her other heritage in the mundane world. Her long auburn
hair is cut stylishly, parted to the side, frames her face beautifully, with
just the barest hint of makeup worn. ((pics: http://www.obsidianroses.com/claire01.gif
& http://www.obsidianroses.com/claire02.gif))
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"I do hope you don't mind that I came by your
name through Gavin Brooke." She offers to shake their hands in turn.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
((names))
Catie: *her grip is very gentle.soft little
hand. she smiles warmly to Troy when he arrives, eyes again lowering with
respect* good evening, Mr. Lawrence.
Gavriil Kazimir: Of course not. *he says
to Claire as he takes note of another moving their way. He remains standing
although his posture assumes a more ridgid and formal stance. He nods
respectfully to Troy having met the man in passing once before.* Evening Mr.
Lawrence.
Lucas : And
suprisingly enough, Lucas shows up a little late but better then never. He's
dressed up in a rather nice suit and gets the valet to park his porche. He
makesh is way in, and asks for the Claire Party.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
((And well, probably should give you all a chance
for a social roll to recognize her name (Notable Heritage) as a well-known
family name from the Buffalo area. Willis Haviland Carrier. Trying to
remember....what the roll would be *sigh*))
Catie: *and she simply lights up when Lucas
comes into view. glowing happily*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He smiles as he
approaches. "Good evening, everyone. Apologies for my lateness...a last-second
issue kept me a touch later then I intended." He nodds to Gavriil and Catie,
giving the former a calm look, the latter a warmer smile. He looks to Claire and
smiles again, extending his hand. "Troy Lawrence."
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She smiles warmly to Troy. "Mr. Lawrence. A
pleasure. Claire Haviland Carrier."
Lucas : Spotting
Catie, the young man of maybe eighteen or nineteen makes his way over to their
table with a warm smile of greeting to all.
Catie: *smiles softly* hello, Lucas. *she
makes sure there's room beside herself,of course. soft voice very warm*
Gavriil Kazimir: *he recognizes Lucas of
course having been to the man's appartment before. A shame he had gone their
with low-born in tow. * Well met Lucas. *he himself is around 20 years of age,
on the younger side of course but he often keeps that to himself. It usually
only becomes apparant how young he is when he's unable to order alcohol*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Miss Carrier. A
pleasure." He nods to her, demeanor entirely pleasant, if formal. When he sees
Lucas, he nods to the man. "Mr. Kessington. Good evening."
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She offers warm hand shakes to all as she meets
and greets, then moves over toward Gavriil to take a seat, taking off her shoes
and getting comfortable on the floor. ((I think Troy & Lucas need a quick
descrip again of the way the restaurant is set up with tables please?))
Lucas : "Sorry
I'm late, had to drive down form Albany." (I think...)
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: ((Would be nice.))
Gavriil Kazimir: ~the tables are more of
platforms than true tables, there are no chairs beside them. Instead since the
tables are only about a foot and a half tall there are large fluffy pillows for
patrons to sit upon. Many patrons sit indian style or with their legs off to the
side, it would seem that any way you can get comfortable is allowed here, the
idle rich can sit anyway they want after all~
Catie: *she chooses to sit with her legs
tucked to the side. Indian style would be immodest, after all*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
Of course she has to pull her legs to one side as
she sits. That dress just doesn't allow her to sit modestly otherwise.
Gavriil Kazimir: (curses! modesty be
damned!)
Lucas : Lucas
seems fairly comfortable with the traditional seating, easing in as he looks
around at those present.
Gavriil Kazimir: *he sits casually as well
his eyes falling upon each of the other four in turn. He's quite curious as to
what business there is to discuss but he retains a calm and cool visage his
eagerness securely hidden away*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
((Okay....well, since I can't figure the best
roll to determine her notable heritage...I'll just give it to you all....she's
directly descended from Willis Haviland Carrier....father of Air Conditioning
Industry))
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He settles down to
sit at the lowered table, choosing a slightly different route...that of folding
his legs directly underneath him, sitting on his heels. It's the more proper
sitting position, and he's all about propriety. Comfort is secondary.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"It is a pleasure to get to meet my family here.
I'd hope perhaps a little later we might be able to talk a little more freely,
but let us enjoy the wonderful company and our surroundings as well as the
food."
Catie: *softly chuckles* this is the first
time we've eaten here, but i've heard wonderful things about it.
Gavriil Kazimir: ~as if on cue when
Claire speaks of enjoying the surroundings and food two asian women also dressed
in kimonos like the hostess arrive and deliver hot towels to each of the Silver
Fangs and their pair of porceline chop sticks as well. The two women scurry off
quickly as a man appears now carrying two plates of steamed vegetables of
various assortment. He sets the plates down and then scurries off as well.~
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "That would be
excellent," he says to Claire with a nod. Catie gets a brief smile at her words
about the restaraunt. "Yes, it looks quite nice."
Gavriil Kazimir: ~menus are handed out as
well along with complimentary jugs of hot saki and the little ceramic bowls that
one drinks it out of. Apparantly this isn't the type of establishment where they
get a lot of young people trying to sneak in and order alcohol while underaged.
Ranging in price but always upwards of $200 a person not many people would pay
such prices just to get a little booze illegally~
Catie: *she politely requests tea with her
meal,along with a charming little smile. probably better for her to find out how
saki affects her at home rather than out in public!*
Lucas : "Tea
would be fine." he says with a bit of a smile as he looks to Catie. "I've never
been here myself, but I have heard good things."
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He looks up to the
servers with a courteous smile, taking his menu and also requests tea. Something
to drink in-between the sake.
Catie: *chuckles softly and nods to Lucas*
sometime i'd like to try saki, though. although, i've heard it's rather strong.
is that true? *she seems to be asking this of the table at large*
Gavriil Kazimir: *Gavriil sits quietly for
the most part, he has been here before, hence why he suggested it. He waits for
the waiter to pour the saki for him before he reaches down and takes the little
ceramic bowl and takes a sip. At Lucas' and Catie's request the server scurries
off to retrieve their tea*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "So, Miss
Carrier...have you been here in New York long?"
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
Taking the menu, she thanks them and decides on
some tea, but she'll have saki too.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"In the city here. Not very long. But I am from
the Upper State area. My family has had long ties to this state."
Lucas : Lucas
grins some about the Saki question, and remains silent about what he knows or
does not know about Saki.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "I see." He nods and
smiles, naturally taking the lead in the conversation. "Well, it's excellent to
have you down here to visit. Are you here for an extended visit, or just
short-term?"
Gavriil Kazimir: It's no stronger than a
lot of other things out there. *he comments quietly about the saki perhaps he's
on a timed delay to catch profanity*
Catie: *chuckles softly to Gav* i'm not
accustomed to much in the way of strong drink. *tone just a tad wry. she IS,
after all, obviusly underage*
Lucas : "Warm
saki is good for cold nights and cuddling." he says with a little smile.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"I'm intending to settle in. It's time for me to
strike out for myself." A glance to Catie. "I suppose it depends on also if you
would like the taste of it. I found it's an aquired taste in my case," all
smiles.
Gavriil Kazimir: Try it. It's not as if
you're incapable of telling how strongly something is affecting you. *an
assumption of her of course. But most Silver Fangs won't let themselves get so
drunk they become an embarrassment*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Indeed," he says to
Gavriil. "In fact, sake is actually generally a lower content then most
alcoholic beverages. Approximately 15-20 percent alcohol, I believe. Comparable
to a apertifs and dessert wines."
Catie: *considers* i may, but i'd like to
have soemthing in my stomach before i do. *practicality never hurts. nor does
prudence.* Miss Carrier, i know a few interesting places around the city. mostly
smaller restaurants, bookstores, a few shops...if you're interested in that sort
of thing, i'd be delighted to show them to you.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Good to hear," he
says to Claire. It seems the man can handle more then one conversation at a
time. "How are you finding our city?"
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She settles in a little more comfortably, sitting
up on her legs for a little while, murmuring a very quiet apology when she
accidently bumps against Gavriil. "I am still staying at a hotel, but I'd rather
not squander all my money away either. If there are any suggestions on some
better accomodations, I'm all ears."
Gavriil Kazimir: *he gestures towards the
plates of steamed vegetables that had been brought out as appetizers most
likely.* Please start then Catie.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"And Miss Bellewit (did I spell that right?),
that would be very enjoyable."
Gavriil Kazimir: *he looks over at Claire
when she lightly bumps into him. He speaks quietly* Excuse me, I didn't not
realize I was crowding you.
Lucas : Lucas
considers. "Well, I'd suggest finding a roomate to save costs." he says with a
little smile.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"Finding the right roommate of course is going to
be a challenge, but a very good suggestion, Mr. Kessington."
Catie: ((Bellewhit. *G* close!)) *tilts her
head* i used to live at the Palace Apartments. they're quite lovely, and might
be suited to your tastes. they are expensive, though. i believe you can buy one
outright, but i'm not certain. *a soft smile* just let me know when your
business permits you to take a tour of the city. *chuckles*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Someone to help
share costs of living would be an excellent idea," he says with a nod to Lucas
before looking back to Claire.
Lucas : Lucas
smiles as he gently bumps into Catie as he gets some appetizers to go with his
tea.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
Picking up the chopsticks with her left hand she
easily seems to work them as she helps herself to the vegetables.
Catie: *smiles up to Lucas, eyes twinkling.
and picks up her chopsticks todelicately begin to pile Lucas's plate with
veggies* veggies are good for you.
Gavriil Kazimir: I'd suggest the upper
west or east sides. Unless of course you wish to live amongst the rabble.
*although such a suggestion speaks of a background from which the idea of saving
money is a foreign concept to the young Fang*
Lucas :
"Veggies?!" he says between mock growls. "Do I look like a rabbit to you?"
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He looks at Gavriil a
moment, face even, and then away, waiting his turn with the vegetables. "Then
again, there is nothing wrong with living among those who we lead," he says with
a calm, almost conversational voice. "Such an experience allows one to know how
best to lead them. Wouldn't you agree, Mr. Kazimir?"
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She laughs at the rabbit joke, then looks back to
Gavriil. "Unfortunately....my .....funds are going to disappear in a little over
a year.....so I have to consider all my options in a more long-term sense."
Gavriil Kazimir: Walking among them is
enough of an experience for me. *he says in response to Troy although his tone
is respectful, the man does outrank him after all*
Catie: *giggles softly at Lucas* only on
Fridays. *and gets some veggies for herself, nibbling happily*
Lucas : He
wiggles his nose then looks to Claire, "Your funds are going to disappaer?" he
asks a little curious.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"When I turn 25."
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He takes a very
slight bit of vegetables...enough for politeness, and gives a bemused smile to
Gavriil's answer, listening to Lucas and Claire for the moment.
Gavriil Kazimir: *he looks towards Claire,
in a few months she'll be 25, he had guessed she was younger. He watches her for
a brief moment before he turns his attention back to his saki refilling the
little ceramic cup and sipping lightly*
Catie: *blinks at Gav a moment, then nibbles
veggies, small face calm*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She eats the vegetables, catching the look that
Gavriil gives her, trying to read him perhaps or just merely curious.
Lucas : "Why at
twenty five?" he asks. "Isn't that when alot of Trust Funds kick in?"
Lucas : "Or a
little younger?"
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb
3): d10: per/emp Gav:
2,8,4,3,2,5,
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"It's complicated...." she actually stops smiling
for a moment, wrinkling her nose. "Daddy's cutting me off."
Catie: *a soft smile of understanding to the
woman as she munches her appetizer*
Gavriil Kazimir: Cutting you off? Perhaps
he aims to see if you can stand on your own two feet. *he comments quietly. He
glances towards Catie and laughs ever so briefly. What he finds amusing about
her isn't exactly clear*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He nods a little bit
to Claire, his look understanding, if not overly sympathetic. "Then we will
endeavor to find you a place to help you plan for your approaching independance."
Catie: *arches a brow delicately at Gav*
Lucas : The
laugh towards catie causes Lucas to raise an eyebrow for a moment. "Something
wrong?" he asks towards the other young man.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"Daddy's a....." she doesn't say it in this
company, but the tone shows she's not exactly in the best of his good graces
either.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: Gavriil's words to
Claire get a raise of an eyebrow...the laugh a slight frown. He seems tempted to
say something, but instead lets Catie's mate handle it.
Gavriil Kazimir: No, I just find her
amusing, she reminds me a bit of my younger sister..*he leaves it at that
though. Certainly Catie is nothing like what his sister turned out to be*
Catie: *tilts her head slightly* i hope
that's a good thing, sir. *a soft chuckle. gently touching Lucas' s hand*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"And Mr. Lawrence, the help would be very much
appreciated," she says very graciously.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Of course," he
says with a smile to Claire. "I would be happy to provide whatever assistance I
may."
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She smiles very warmly to Troy. "Thank you."
Gavriil Kazimir: I would've scowled at you
if it was a bad thing. *he says quietly but his tone is friendly enough.*
Catie: *chuckles and offers Gav a smile*
then, thank youkindly, sir.
Lucas : Lucas
still seems unsure about Gavriil's comment but the touch to his hand seems to
calm down the Ahroun. A little sigh and he starts to eat again.
Catie: *smiles up to Lucas with soft dark
eyes*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "You are quite
welcome, Miss Carrier." He starts to eat the small amount of vegetables he
picked up, seemingly at least marginally experienced in using chopsticks.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"If I might ask....how long have the rest of you
been here. And maybe too, what do you do?"
Gavriil Kazimir: ~after letting the group
converse and enjoy the appetizer the waiter returns to take their orders. The
menu is wide and varied although most things fall under the purview of what
would be considered Japanese cuisine. Gavriil orders a habachi grilled yellow
fin tuna steak and several various sushi rolls. Likely the sushi is meant to be
shared by everyone as he's not the type to gorge himself in public...nor in
private for that matter~
Lucas : "I've
been here since before the new years." he says with a nod. "And I don't do much,
just look after my sister and Catie here for now. Though I'm well on the way to
getting a little ... Group together." he says instead of pack.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She orders some more sushi rolls when her order
is taken.
Catie: *she picks out a simple rice and
shrimp dish. and a bowl of clear soup. mmmm!*
Gavriil Kazimir: I have...lived in New
York most of my life. In the City itself..I moved back just recently. Only a few
months ago.
Catie: *and waits for everyone else to speak
before offering her current activities, of course. it's only proper*
Lucas : Lucas
orders up some Kobe Steak for good measure to go with all the wabbit food." and
then listens to the others.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "I have been here a
little over a year, and am an Assistant District Attourney for New York County."
He nods to Claire. "In addition, I am the head of a...nonprofit group of my
own." A look to Lucas, nodding at his use of the term 'group' with a faint
smile.
Lucas : Lucas
blushes ever so slightly about something and nodsto Troy.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She nods listening to them all. "Oh....well, I
must say I have seen more than my share of courtrooms," and does laugh softly.
Finally she turns to Catie, interested in her -story- too.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: Troy orders Kushyaki...chicken
kabobs, with a polite smile to the waitress.
Catie: *blushes* i work out at the gym, i
take classes with various tutors, and i sing. *a soft chuckle* later on, i hope
to go to college and become a pyschiatrist.
Gavriil Kazimir: ~before the main dishes
are served the waitress returns with a bowl of miso soup for everyone. It's hot
perhaps meant to cleanse the palatte(I know that's spelled wrong) so as to
enhance the flavor of their main selections~
Gavriil Kazimir: *He falls quiet again as
he listens to the conversation. He has little to add as his own path in life is
quite uncertain at the moment. He glances around again perhaps wishing their
wasn't that abominable smoking ban*
Lucas : "And
sing." he nudges with a little smile.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "She has quite a good
voice," he says calmly, looking to Catie with a smile.
Catie: *she sips her soup with an expression
of pleasure*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She smiles back to Catie. "Very talented and
modest?"
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "So what has brought
you inside of courtrooms?" He picks up his tea and sips at it, looking to Claire
with some interest.
Catie: *blushes again, ducking her head at
the compliments* i do enjoy singing. *a soft chuckle* i actually have a job, at
a rather nice restaurant-slash-club.
Gavriil Kazimir: Excuse me for a moment.
My apologies. *he stands after nodding to the others. He makes for the door
intent on having a cigarette most likely*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"Custody battles....." She sips at the soup
before respondind back to Catie. "Oh that sounds very lovely."
Gavriil Kazimir: (be back in 5 or so, will
update so as not to time y'all out)
Catie: *a soft smile to Claire* i'm
allowed to invite a guest on occasion. if you enjoy big band sorts of music,
i'll happily see when i can invite someone.
Lucas : Lucas
smiles proudly. "And if you couldn't guess we're steadies." he says with a
little smile. Must be his word for 'Mate' or something. "So you got a boyfriend
yet?" he asks to Claire.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Ahh." He nods to
Claire, letting it stop there...custody battles not being appropriate dinner
conversation. He watches Gavriil leave, his gaze lingering on the man a bit long
with a slight frown before he looks back.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"I'm expanding all my horizons. That does sound
like a lot of fun." She watches Gavriil for a very long moment, before her
attention returns to the group at the table. She moves again as her legs fall
asleep and she moves them to the side again.
Catie: *nods to Gav with a cheery smile. adn
gives Lucas a look that's frankly adoring at the "steadies"*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She catches Lucas question after a long moment.
"Me....oh I've had enough interested. Just not the right one....."
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He smiles a little
bit to Claire. Completely polite...warm, but not overly so. "Give it time, Miss
Carrier. I'm sure you will find the right one."
Lucas : He nods
and squeezes Catie's hand, "Yes, all it takes is the right one to come along and
your hooked."
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"I have to ask then....what of yourself, Mr.
Lawrence? Happily attached?"
Catie: *nods, blushing deeply. and
smiling*sometimes i wonder if the right one comes along when you're not really
looking so hard for him, or her.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "I am." A smile,
protocol and yet entirely pleasant at the same time. "Miss Marie Anna Elizabeth
Delacourt is my fiancee."
Catie: how is Miss Delacourt, sir? we've not
spoken in some time. *she questions with real interest*
Lucas : "I guess
that makes you and Gavarill the only single two that I know of." he says to her
with a little grin.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"Congratulations then to all of you...." she
smiles warmly.
Gavriil Kazimir: *he returns after a short
while sitting back down upon the plush cushion. He looks around at the others
and speaks briefly* My apologies. *he falls quiet once more and tries to pick up
on the turns the conversation has taken*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"I'm sure...." she starts to say something but
with Gavriil's return she instead decides to eat some vegetables.
Catie: *smiels softly to Claire* thank you.
*and gives Lucas another radiant smile*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "She is well," he
says to Catie with a smile, before looking over to Gavriil. A short nod, and
then he looks to Claire with a smile. "Thank you."
Catie: *smiles happily* that's good. she's
a very kind lady.
Gavriil Kazimir: *he seems a bit more
relaxed than before but not overly so. His posture is still fairly ridgid but
his expression is a bit softer. He watches the others quietly while he sips his
saki. He looks to Claire for a long moment in particular. She's quite beautiful
he says to himself but he looks away reminded that it's most impolite to stare*
Lucas : "Thank
you." and he smiles to Catie once more.
Catie: *squeezes Lucas's hand gently*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"What of the other cousins around the city?" she
asks, changing subjects.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "She is." He inclines
his head graciously to Catie. "I am quite fond of her."
Catie: *chuckles softly to Troy's words and
nods* i am as well. *although not in the same way*
Lucas : He looks
to Troy, perhaps letting him answer that one.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "There is Mr. Brooke,
of course, and his sister Cordelia." He looks to Claire. "Miss Delacourt. And a
Miss Silverthorne, though I have not seen her in quite some time. And Mr.
Kessington's sister, Sabra." A faint nod toward Lucas.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She takes in the rest of the names.
Gavriil Kazimir: ~the waitress returns
with another server in tow. She places the meals in front of those who ordered
them without a mistake. She does not speak while doing so of course. The tray of
sushi rolls is placed in the middle for everyone to get at. The rolls are many
and varied from spicy tuna to the dragon rolls that might be as much art as
food. There are also vegetarian rolls as well in case any of the group has an
aversion to meat~
Catie: *smiles to the waitress and server and
eyes the dragon rolls with delight* goodness. i'm almost afraid to eat those.
they're lovely to look at.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Their preparation
skills are excellent," he says in agreement, moving to take some of the rolls
and put them onto his plate.
Catie: *she waits her turn to get at the
sushi. although she's eyeing the eel and dragon rolls with quite closely*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She adds a few of the different rolls to her
plate, a glance for a moment to Gavriil, but as she reaches for something near
him. "Thank you, Mr Lawrence. More for me to try and meet sometime soon then."
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "My pleasure," he
says to Claire with a smile.
Gavriil Kazimir: *he listens to the others
while he eats his own food very slowly. Perhaps savoring the taste or just
attempting to show off that he does indeed possess social skills. Perhaps he had
little schooling in the area of friendly conversation. Whether he feels it's
below him to banter or if he just has little to say isn't quite clear*
Catie: *she takes a few of the rolls and
begins to eat them, seasoned lightly with wasabi and soy. dark eyes half-closed
as she savors the tastes*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She eats quietly, smiling and definitely enjoying
her meal. Carefully between the bites, she moves again so that she doesn't
bother Gavriil.
Gavriil Kazimir: *he looks over towards
Claire when she moves. He watches her quietly for a long moment before he
speaks* I apologize for seeming rude. I know very little of the activities of
our cousins around the city. My silence was only to facilitate not making a
misstep by giving you incorrect information.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He eats quickly
enough, being a man used to having little time for dinner...but not so much that
he's without manners. "Mr. Kessington," he says, looking over to the man after
swallowing. "How goes the formation of your group?"
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She smiles back to Gavriil. "That's quite alright
really. What's important now is that we're all getting to know each other a
little better right now."
Gavriil Kazimir: Indeed. I have..been
out of contact with people of culture for far too long. It is nice to again be
around those who carry themselves well. *speaking of being around other Silver
Fangs of course*
Lucas: He snaps
out of his little daze of gazing at Catie and smiles to everyone.
Lucas: "Things
are going pretty well I guess you could say."
Catie: *she blushes happily under Lucas's
regard....and smiels warmly at him. then tilts her head at Gav* there are lots
of interesting people in this city,even if not all of them have been raised with
very fine manners. 8a soft chuckle*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She watches Catie and Lucas for a moment before
she goes back to finishing up the last roll on her plate.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He nods to Lucas.
"Excellent." Eyes pass over to Gavriil. "And, you, Mr. Kazimir? Have you found
yourself a group with which to associate yourself and, hopefully, take charge
of? Lead the rabble by example?" Just a very slight emphasis on the word.
Gavriil Kazimir: *he looks back towards
Catie* I do not dispute that. *he shrugs lightly perhaps he was misunderstood
but he doesn't start in on further explaining himself*
Gavriil Kazimir: *he shakes his head at
Troy* Unfortunately no. The free agent market is a bit thin. *he says quietly*
There are those among..the lesser..that I would consider friend or ally..but I
have not had much success in finding those in need of leadership.
Catie: *nods cheerily to Gav and eats her
dinner with small, neat bites*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Interesting. I see
many free agents, crying out for leadership, myself. They abound. Perhaps you
merely are not looking in the correct places."
Gavriil Kazimir: Oh? Perhaps I am short
sighted then. *certainly not looking to get into a heated discussion with a
Fostern over a pleasant meal which the others seem to be enjoying*.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "I did not say that."
He shakes his head. "It is not yet a fault. Merely an opportunity one should not
let pass by."
Lucas: Lucas
continues to eat his food while watching.
Gavriil Kazimir: *he laughs quietly. Not
at Troy obviously at a private thought most likely* Unfortunately I come across
many who lack true fire. A woman I know..Caroline..she is *he ponders for a
moment how to say she's kinfolk without actually saying it* of the lower tier of
our allies yet she has more vigor than many who would consider themselves
blessed by the moon.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She's finished with her food, gently placing the
sticks down on the plate. Shifting again, back up on her legs to sit on the back
of her heels.
Catie: *calmly gets herself another sushi
roll,watchign what she's doing carefully*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Then inspire them,"
he says with a nod. "Teach them to find that fire. You are a leader, Mr. Kazimir.
Leaders instruct, as well as learn. It is a difficult burden for those like
us...but one we must be ready to bear."
Gavriil Kazimir: *he nods, the man's
words are honorable and they contain wisdom, he's just not sure how to put such
words into action though. He's quiet for a long moment while he searches for
what he wants to say next or more likely how to say it* You are...more affable
than I. *he says to Troy* If you've some time later..perhaps you could impart
some more advice upon me.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "I would be happy
to," he says with a nod, before smiling to Gavriil and going back to the last of
his food.
Lucas: Lucas
continues to watch and listen for now.
Catie: *she finishes up her food with a small
sigh of contentment. and now, she does take asmall sipof the sake,small face
curious*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She sits quietly, resting her hands in her lap
carefully. Listening as well.
Gavriil Kazimir: *he finishes the last of
his grilled tuna, it was quite flavorful but he'll not boast about it, he sits
back a bit and looks around to the others* Thank you for inspiring us to gather
Miss Carrier, your call was a most pleasant surprise.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"It was my pleasure, Mr. Kazimir," smiling to him
first, then the rest of those around the table.
Lucas: "Agreed,
it is always good to meet others."
Gavriil Kazimir: *he laughs a bit* I'm
sure the others would find it highly amusing how were refer to each other. *he
finds it mildly amusing how they take to calling each other Mr or miss in a
casual setting* At least though..we're not calling each other Lords or Ladies.
*a rather blatant stab at the would be king Shadow Lords most likely*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Indeed it is good to
meet others." He looks from person to person and smiles politely. "Especially
those so distinguished."
Catie: *smiles around the table* it has been
wonderful to meet new people and enjoy the company of those already known.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"Blasphemous," she almost winks to Gavriil and
comes close to poking him gently in the ribs, but stops short of it.
Gavriil Kazimir: *he smiles at Claire.
A strange seeming expression from the young Fang most likely as he's nearly
always scowling or looking down his nose at something or other*
Lucas: Lucas
grins some looking between Gavriil and Claire.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He smiles faintly and
shakes his head, setting the chopsticks down and wiping at his mouth with a
napkin before folding it a bit and setting it on the table.
Catie: *she looks up to Lucas rather than
chuckle* that was a truly splendid meal. *nods happily*
Lucas: He nods
some. "Though it could have used more meat." he says
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"I hope that maybe soon, I can learn...." she
does struggle for the right -code- word to use "...more about my family
tree....and the way it breaks down..."
Catie: *giggles to Lucas* well, if you're
still hungry, i'll fix you a nice steak when we get home. or hot dogs. they're
already thawed.
Gavriil Kazimir: *he finishes the last of
his saki. He's mildly buzzed it would seem. He actually wears a rather pleasant
expression.* Shall we get the check?
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She hadn't even touched her saki she realizes as
she watches Gavriil with his. She takes up hers now and drinks a little bit of
it slowly.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "If you would like,
Miss Carrier, I would be more then willing to help you learn." He nods in
agreement to Gavriil.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"I would enjoy that, Mr. Lawrence."
Lucas: "I'd be
happy to take care of the Check." he says with a little smile.
Catie: *beamsat Lucas. he's a nice guy.*
Gavriil Kazimir: *he looks towards Lucas,
he'll not argue* Thank you Lucas, that is quite generous of you ~despite being a
bit lacking in meat for Lucas' tastes the bill comes to a staggering $987,
gratuitity not included~
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"Thank you for that, Mr Kessington."
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "Excellent," he says
to Claire. Lucas's offer is met with a gracious smile. "Thank you, Mr.
Kessington."
Catie: ((brb--phonecall))
Lucas: "Don't
mention it." he says with a smile as he accepts the check, and then does some
quick math for the tip. "What's family for afterall?"
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"I'd like to definitely spend more time with you
all. I hope that this is the 'beginning of a beautiful friendship,' to semi
quote Boggie."
Gavriil Kazimir: *he stands slowly and
stretches a bit, sitting on the pillows while comfortable at first, tends to
leave one a bit stiff after a couple hours. He rolls his neck and looks around
to the others perhaps to see if anyone has anything else to say or suggestions
for an after dinner drink*
Catie: *settles beside Lucas, looking
simply...happy*
Lucas: "Yes,
spending more time together can be good." and he puts an arm around Catie to
hold her close.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He rises from the
stance he maintained throughout, legs under him...if he feels pain over it, he
doesn't show it.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She tries to stand up very carefully and get the
blood flowing her her legs again. "Is anyone else up to night caps? Or do that
do that here?"
Catie: *she snuggles close to Lucas*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "I regret that I must
pass on a night cap," he says, almost apologetically. "I have certain things to
see to. Perhaps some other time?"
Gavriil Kazimir: I would not mind
indulging a bit more. *he says quietly*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"Understandable. I do look forward to that -raincheck-
then," smiling warmly to Troy.
Catie: *soft chuckle* i've got gym firstthing
in the morning.
Lucas: "And I
have to get the little darling home." and he hugs her gently. "So you two can go
out then." and he winks to Gav.
Gavriil Kazimir: *he looks around at the 3
who have more pressing matters and then over at Claire* Perhaps just some coffee
then? *he asks her quietly*
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: "I look forward to it
as well." A hand is extended to Claire, Catie, Gavriil, then Lucas, in that
order. "A pleasure, each of you. I wish you each a good night."
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She looks at them. "Okay. Is this a conspiracy
now? I'm certainly not ready to call it a night. It looks like Gavrill and me
then."
Catie: *smiles softly* it was alovely meal.
thank you all.
Gavriil Kazimir: Good night Mr. Lawrence.
*he says respectfully to the man as they all ready to depart*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She shakes Troy's hand. "Again, a pleasure. Thank
you for making it tonight. Have a nice evening too."
Gavriil Kazimir: Good night Lucas, thank
you again, be safe Catie. It was nice meeting you.
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
"Nice to meet you too, Mr Kessington, Miss
Bellewhit."
Lucas: "Don't
have too much fun." and he winks after paying for the meal and then heading out
with Catie.
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: He follows Catie and Lucas out, heading down the half-block to his Infiniti, slipping in and heading home.
Catie: *she heads out with Lucas with a
final warm smile to the others*
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
She shakes her head at Lucas.
Catie: ((*G* thank you! *hugs* night!))
Gavriil Kazimir: (Thank you Midtown
Business! You've been a great crowd! Good night!!!)
Lucas: (thanks
for the scene!)
Claire Haviland Carrier (pb 3):
((Night all! Thanks for the impromput-ishness
scene :) ))
Troy Lawrence [PB 4]: ((Thanks for the
scene, guys! *Hugs all around*))