A Night of Bewitchment - The First MCSS Fundraising Ball

Boop · Apr 18, 2019

Scanning the crowd curiously as he entered, Maarab walked into the room with a grin. Fancy dress balls were not something he regularly, if ever attended, home's entertainments tended to be much more rowdy. Still, dancing seemed like it could be a good time, meeting some new people. Plus he could learn more about this vampire's society. He wasn't one himself, but life drain the way he did it wasn't too different from a vampire draining blood.

Maarab was dressed nicely for the occasion, with a green silk blazer, a bowtie, and dark leather gloves. He'd even put an eyepatch over his missing eye, something he usually didn't bother to do. As tall as he was, it wasn't very notable for the island, and he probably wouldn't stick out much to anyone who didn't know him.

So he decided to take matters into his own hands, wandering around the ballroom looking for either a likely dance partner or just someone he recognized.

PixelatedGlory · Apr 18, 2019

Tadashi smiled as Tomo joined him within the sea of older people. He didnt get to see to colorful features of the dresses and such but he could assume they were pretty.

He poked at Tomo's cheek with one of his gloved fingers and made a funny face. "I all stiff. Like I'm not supposed to move around in this." Truthfully his clothes were well-fitted for his figure but he just wasnt used to this kind of event. It felt stuffy and crowded. He was too focused on poking at Tomo to notice Rafael entering.

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Felen felt like he probably should have been wearing one of his fine elven outfits for the occasion but he wasnt there to rub elbows or indulge in the festivities. Miss Del Bosque didnt want him standing at her side the whole time but he was still there to ensure her safety. He trailed the two by a reasonable distance and shook his head at another waiter as they approached with glasses. He was not drinking.

Felen was dressed in a very nice but deliberately plain black tuxedo, with a discreet shoulder holster hidden within and a dagger strapped to his arm within his sleeve. But those should be unnecessary precautions. Theoretically he would simply remain in the general vicinity of Miss Del Bosque and dance or chat with other guests as appropriate.

EmiRose · Apr 18, 2019

In a way losing her hearing made situations like this ball a lot more bearable. All the sounds sounded muffled and less distracting, and Tomo could concentrate on Tadashi's voice. She used it as a kind of anchor, and bapped at her brother's hand with a small grin as he poked Tomo on the cheek.
"You seem to be doing just fine to me."
Tomo poked Tadashi back, and she did catch Rafael entering with Zoralda from the corner of her eye. For a moment she considered going up, but nah. If he missed the three of them he'd find them.

"Doesn't look like this party will be all that boring though, with the cheer squad taking over."
Tomo said with a snicker and turned to glance at Kon, Aisha and Aedes. They were really standing out and...was Aedes wearing cosplay? Oh dear lord, she was. Tomo had seen that anime. She pulled out her phone and took a picture of the girl for Tomo to laugh at when she needed a lift-me-up.

Lotharingia · Apr 19, 2019

“Of course,” Nat replied with a light chuckle. “You think I’m going to miss out on a chance for a paid vacation? I’d have to be crazy.”

While she was definitely hoping for that, she’d be quite happy with either prize. Her wardrobe, despite her lavish appearance tonight, was a lot more mundane than it seemed. Illusions helped cover that, obviously, but it would be quite nice to spare the magic effort.

“I have to admit, your benefactors are quite generous.” She continued. “I was quite surprised to hear both Woodland Imports and Theia Modelling were involved. You must have friends in quite high places, especially impressive for such a new group.”

She swirled the champagne in her glass, her inquisitive nature showing clearly in her eyes, even as she spoke casually.

“I can’t help but wonder how that came about…”

PixelatedGlory · Apr 19, 2019

Tadashi reluctantly followed Tomo's line of sight back to the trio that he'd kind of purposely ignored. Or well, ignored Aedes. He wasnt sure about the others but he didnt like her.

He almost spoke up to remind Tomo that those pictures wouldn't show Aedes in them, only the dress, but he was too late. It didnt really matter much, he figured. "I hope they dont cause a problem. I kind of want this to go well so Rafael is happy."

"Too bad he didnt make you wear a dress," Tadashi teased, though he really didnt care. "But... I kinda hope I get to dance tonight." The admission was quieter than the rest of their conversation and he looked down in embarrassment.

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EmiRose · Apr 19, 2019

It was a shame the pic didn't have Aedes' face to match with the dress, bit the knowledge that it was Aedes wearing the dress was enough to make Tomo snicker.
"It's Aedes. Of course there's going to be a problem."
Tomo said with a roll of her eyes, putting her phone away.
"And I have a feeling that Rafael would just magic any problem away. Or more like I wish he'd magic Aedes away..."
The last part Tomo said in a slightly quieter voice.

"No one can make me do anything."¨
Tomo answered, short and simple and true. If Rafael had even tried to force her to wear a dress Tomo wouldn't have hesitated to just turn into a cat and disappear into the woods for a week or so.
"Don't worry bro, if no one else will have you I'll dance with you, at least."
Tomo said, barely hearing what Tadashi said, and wrapped an arm around his shoulders and squeezed.
"...you said dance and not prance, right? 'Cos I think prancing might go too far, don't want the party to go that wild."

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PixelatedGlory · Apr 19, 2019

Tadashi laughed and pushed at Tomo's arm. "Yes, I said dance. And I think that might be fun anyway. dancing with you or Shiro. But I don't think he can proof Aedes so let's just keep away from her. And keep her away from Shiro for sure."

And then he spotted a waiter out if the corner of his eye. They were carrying a tray stacked with little shrimps on it. His eyes widened and he turned Tomo to look. "Hungry?" He asked, clearly hungry himself.
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Zora · Apr 19, 2019

Natasha just smiled at Natalie's curiosity. It was not strange that she should wonder about the MCSS and its benefactors and patrons. To many here tonight, it might seem as though the MCSS had risen up almost overnight, and tonight was displaying its relevance within the community. The truth was Natasha had been quietly working on it for quite a while and tonight was the result of months of planning.

"The Del Bosques are good friends, as well as the Erebus family and a few of the others benefactors," Natasha explained as she gave an older man a quiet nod as he walked by, still being playing the perfect hostess.

"Truthfully, I don't know Miss Tor that well, but when she approached about the event she was more than happy to donate such a generous gift to the event," Natasha explained without going into too much detail.

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"I will leave you to it then," Zoraida remarked with a grin as she kissed her grandfather on the cheek. "I am going to mingle, have some champagne and maybe dance," she told him. It had been a good while since she had had a good time, and tonight she definitely was not going to dwell on the past.

"Felen is here if you need him for anything," Zoraida added as she disengaged herself and started walking towards the ballroom.

"Have a good time, and yes, I did see Felen," Rafael said as he watched his granddaughter go, his gaze automatically sweeping the room as he took a glass of sparkling water from a passing waiter.

EmiRose · Apr 19, 2019

Tomo's arm didn't budge and she wanted to give his hair a small ruffle, but that probably wasn't so wise since it was so nicely done. So she just gave his cheek a poke.
"Oh yeah, that bloo- mosquito girl isn't getting near Shiro, only over my dead body."
Tomo said and ended her sentence with a small protective growl. She had been about to say "bloodsucker", but that probably wasn't wise either, considering they were at a place with a bunch of vampires.

Where as Tadashi saw the shrimps Tomo smelled them, and she turned her head just before Tadashi asked her if she was hungry.
"Do you even know me?"
Tomo asked and played to be offended, and she grabbed Tadashi by the arm and dragged him over towards the food.
"And after we eat we dance. I'll show you how it's done."

PixelatedGlory · Apr 19, 2019

Felen passively observed Zora and Rafael before resuming his own mingling in the crowd. Nodding at the elder Del Bosque when he glanced his way.

For a few moments he let himself close his eyes and just listen to the soft music behind all the chatter of people talking. A very slight swaying of his body to match the music.

Yeah, using 'bloodsucker' un that way probably would have been offensive. Tadashi was glad she caught herself. Though he gave a small growling sound of his own in agreement.

He barely needed to be dragged though and together they rushed over to grab some of the food. For a moment Tadashi forgot he was supposed to be careful about his appearance. "You mean my tough fight sister likes to ballroom dance?" He asked his question with several shrimps stuffed in his mouth.
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