"Bastard" Sebastian Cross is freshly into port, freshly dressed in his finest coat, and freshly prepared for a hell of a party.] -12:02
[Shino Enters.] -12:03
[Roselyn smooths out her dress, adjusts her elaborate mask avoiding her intricate hair piece, and walks slowly towards the walkway of the grand house of the infamous Sebastian Cross.] -12:05
"Bastard" Sebastian Cross: Victory always tasted sweet, but it was sweeter still when it was personal. Captain Brandon Marks of His Majesty's fleet had been a thorn in his side for the past three years, and gutting the man's ship had been a pleasure and an honor. He grinned a feral grin over his glass of the captain's own fine brandy. It was only fitting that he have all his men- and many, many a woman- here to share in his good spirits. -12:08
Jana: Good spirits indeed, though January Galahan was torn between that and distemper. The man had been fished from the sea, his ship wrecked by the bastard himself. He thought that Captain Brandon was calling the shots on that boat though, which had indeed been the plan, while in fact Jana was the true captain. The man was six foot even with dark gold hair and blue eyes. He wore a pair of black breeches and a matching frock-coat. Stepping into the large beautiful house he took in a deep breath, then exhaled. Tis so interesting visiting your arch enemy on invite because of Brandon's take in captain Jana was a no-name. It worked out perfectly, granting him access as a young pirate who idolized the bastard captain like so many others. A cocky grin played across the male's face as he stepped into the large ballroom, his sword, relucantly, left at the door. -12:12
Coralia: Coralia wore a rather simple cream dress and a rose top that exposed her naval. She usually wore trousers to better suit her pirate lifestyle but tonight was an exception. It was meant to be 'an hell of a party,' as so many had put it. Gold accessories around her hip tinged and sparkled as well did the large hoops hanging from ears, midnight colored curls swayed as she stepped into the ballroom, even more so as she looked around. -12:17
Shino: Walking inside, it was obvious that Shino wasn't one to normally go to things like parties. He was in his normall attire, a plain shirt and pants, along with a mask he'd just bought. His blond hair was actually clean and washed and fell to the collar of his shirt. He'd never really found admiration in the 'Bastard' but did find stories about him fascinating. He still found it odd that a man like that could actually be real. -12:18
Roselyn: Roz thought to herself as she passed through the main doors, perhaps she should have changed the color of her fire red hair. Being a high in demand call girl, as she lovingly called it, meant she was picked out in a crowd with little to no effort. Her choice of dark red roses and crawling ivy in her masque only further proved her demeanor as a temptress. Coin was coin in these times and she wasn't afraid to use her woman hood to get what she wanted. Her darkest red dress adorned in various reflective beads looked as though she paid a good bit to have it custom made just for this nights event. She brushed a loose curl to the side, pushed her shoulders back a bit further and took confidence in her ability to work just about any man. -12:21
[Edmund Holloway arrives, flouting social rank with a sumptuous black doublet.] -12:21
Edmund Holloway: Taking a quick stock of the soiree in progress, he smiled at the currently sparse turnout, knowing that there would be more. Sebastian would not throw anything less than a boisterous event. This was just the beginning, just the beginning. Spotting a woman who seemed to sparkle gold, Edmund wound his way over to her and held out his hand. "The gold suits your hair, the color of jet gemstones." -12:25
"Bastard" Sebastian Cross:He'd be calling counsel with his captains in a few hours time, but for now the infamous pirate king would mingle a bit with his guests. There was a lovely young thing with hair like a sunset floating through the front door, and he caught her hand as she passed. With a wink, he pressed a kiss to her knuckles. "Hello there, my dear. You're a fine gem come to grace my household, aren't you? I hope my boys behave like civilized gentlemen and treat you to a few dances." -12:30
Coralia: Was this a party? Perhaps it was early but she was eager for some music she could swing her merry hips to. A nearby voice turned her attention then, landing on the man in the black doublet that communicated social status. She was surprised to see such a man at the 'Bastard's' ball, "You don't say?" She smiled, "I'm quite flattered, sir." -12:32
Jana: Smoothly reaching up to the bridge of his nose Jana adjusted his mask, the wolf's face hiding most of his facial features, leaving only his mouth and below exposed. His emotions were easily expressed on those curved lips as he grinned at the bastard. Jana had stepped aside to give room and become 'one of the crowd'. Observation was important, if he was discovered as a non-pirate anytime soon it could be dangerous. -12:33
Roselyn: A light blush crept through Roz's light skin. Her hand in Cross's, she smiled her best pearly white promise. "Thank you mi'lord." She said wondering to herself if that was proper for such an infamous Pirate. She nodded her head to him. "I do so hope as well but I fear your company is what I would prefer." She winked back. -12:35
Shino: He heard someone mention something about this being their home. He looked and saw a man. Was he the "Bastard"? Wait. He mentioned dancing too. Did Shino even know HOW to dance? Real smart, come to a party where dancing would obviously be expected, and not know how to dance. He sighed and went to see if there was a snack table. He wasn't about to turn down free food. -12:36
"Bastard" Sebastian Cross: The toothy smile returned to Sebastian's face as he patted her hand. "Oh, that's a very lovely offer. I'm afraid it will have to wait, though, at least for the present time. Hostly duties prevent me from taking too many liberties this eve. If you'd care to decorate my arm for now, though, I won't protest." -12:39
Edmund Holloway: Beneath his black leather mask, whose fine gold detailing fell across it like a shimmering spider's web, Edmund arched an eyebrow, a half-smile taking his lips. "Your accents highlight you beautifully" he responded, lifting her hand with his own to kiss it. "This old bastard managed to get more lovely ladies in attendance than I would have thought he knew." -12:39
Roselyn: "I accept mi'lord. Perhaps I could entice you later this eve." She left a cool smirk across her lips, her ruby lips only a slight shade darker than her hair. Roz took Cross's arm as he offered it to her and she preened with delight inside, keeping her face a poised prize for the Pirate Kings status to reflect. -12:43
[Gregor Daniels stumbles in, disheveled and already rather drunk.] -12:43
Jana: Halting a moment Jana turned, realizing he'd backed into someone. A young woman with a shirt that definitely need more...shirt, was smiling up at him, batting her eyelashes like a shrew. Returning her smile but refusing to speak her smile died down a little and she pursed her lips. "Excuse dear sir...would you care for a dance?" January grinned but didn't respond right away, enjoying that she was now squirming a bit, her face heating up in embarrassment. When he finally decided to reply she would turn a bright shade of cherry red and dash off. Why? Because... "I am sorry love, but my interests are more..." lifting a finger he pointed to the bastard himself. He didn't really care what kind of idea she got but judging from the look she gave him, then the rather loud slap across his face he determined she thought he wanted more from thte bastard than just speaking. We'll let her think that way...because he did technically like men but wouldn't think to find himself in such a bed, ever. -12:45
Edmund Holloway: Turning an unimpressed eye to the man who had just entered, Edmund frowned slightly and warred between tossing him out of such a fine gathering, or staying to talk to the woman with the inky waves of hair. -12:46
Coralia: Red lips were curled into a smile, eyes of lush spring stared through her rose colored mask which was accented with two bright yellow feathers. She watched as the gentleman kissed the bronze toned skin of her hand. "I suppose the Bastard can be a charmer. I've never met him in person and yet I received an invitation." -12:47
Shino: Shino heard the sound of someone slapped, he knew the sound well and couldn't mistake it. He looked at who had been slapped and couldn't help but let out a small laugh. He could only guess why the man had been hit. -12:49
Gregor Daniels: Gregor wasn't the sort of drunk that one dimissed. Smiling, cheerful and courteous, the man simply seemed ready for a party. Though his hair was coming loose from his ponytail and his shirt untucked on one side, it was clear his clothes were as fine as any officer's and his boots pricey. Gregor's mask was actually, by some miracle, straight on his face, an ivory colored mask with orange stripes across it, mimicking a cat's face. -12:49
"Bastard" Sebastian Cross: "Perhaps you might." Out of the corner of his eye, Sebastian saw a young man take a resounding smack from one of the dock girls. He raised one sardonic eyebrow at the man, amusement tugging at the corner of his mouth, and swept his new fair bird of paradise over to the man in the black doublet and mask. "Good evening. Holloway, is it?" -12:53
Edmund Holloway: Deciding in a moment to stay with the woman instead, Edmund pulled his gaze away from the drunk and straightened, to smile at her once more. His pale cream complexion and golden hair hinted at the delicate pink tinge to his cheeks even when he wasn't blushing. The black was mainly to offset the coloring of an English rose. He turned when Sebastian approached, before he could even answer the woman's statement. "I am, yes. Edmund Holloway." Edmund hoped against hope that the man did not mention recognition. Edmund had sailed with him once, but wasn't in the mood to broadcast himself a pirate just yet. -12:55
Jana: Hearing a small laugh that had to have belonged to a male or a drunk, he turned slowly, his attention falling on a young man. A slight tug of his lips and he had a calm smile on his face though his cheek was turning a slight red color. Rolling his shoulders slightly Jana sauntered over to stand before the other male, bowing slightly and offering a hand, obviously to dance. Sure it was a blatant show that he was indeed not interested in women but at a pirates party? He shouldn't have any issues of being hung for such a thing. -12:56
[Qwentessa dumps her cutlass, dagger and rifle at the door before entering.] -12:58
Shino: Seeing the man who'd been slapped walk over to him, Shino couldn't help but get a little nervous. Not many strangers came up to him, well, with good intentions anyway. He seemed to only want a dance. "I'm not very good.....I'm not even sure I know how" he almost laughed as he took the male's hand, his mask not hiding the light blush on his cheeks. -12:59
Roselyn: That noise was unmistakable, the quick slap of shame. Roz had used that one too many times not to know what had happened. Her vivid green eyes followed the crowd as she was whisked away by the King. She thoroughly enjoyed being his arm candy. Making contacts was the make or breaker in her industry. What better way to know the prey than with the highest of authorities in Tortuga. She snatched her fan, attached by a string around her wrist, and flipped it open, fanning herself and staying silent as a good woman of stature should. -01:00
Qwentessa: Skin of a deep chocolate color and eyes as black as night, Qwentessa entered the party with her head held high. She wore the usual pirate's garb but with a feminine touch. The boots were high, coming up just above her knee, and her coat was tapered for her waist. The colorful beads in her hair clattered gently as she walked, surveying the scene pompously. -01:01
Coralia: "Well speak of the devil," Cora spoke as she turned to stand at the gentleman's side. Edmund Holloway was his name it seemed. -01:02
Gregor Daniels: Gregor stumbled back slightly, mostly from the alcohol. He smiled at the gathered crowd, wading into the gathered people and using much of his concentration to walk straight. In doing so, he managed to make a small circuit of the room, grinning and bowing to those he came close to before bowing too far once, falling flat on his face before Cross and Holloway. Laughing, he rolled onto his back and look up to the gathered. "Well, this is a fine way to make an introduction. Hello!" -01:04
Jana: January's grin widened slowly as he stood straight, his height nearly matching the others' perfectly. "Tis not a problem, young man." Stepping backwards a few times he took the male with him by the hand. When they got to the middle of the designated dance floor he wrapped one arm around the man's waist and the remained in his hand, stearing him carefully and expertly. If anything Jana was an amazing dancer and even with another man he took control of the situation, making the other seem like a perfect match to his steps and movements. -01:04
"Bastard" Sebastian Cross: "Good to see you here. And your lovely companion, too." The Bastard was quick to take Holloway's hint; no mention of their... prior relationship... would be made. He had just been about to ask Roselyn to introduce herself when the drunken Gregor Daniels took a tumble onto the toes of Sebastian's boots. His smile took a turn for the cold. "...And who might you be, then?" -01:07
Shino: Shino was best fit for the woman's position in a dance. He did his best to keep up with the man, "...thank you......though...I think it's kinda stupid to come to a party without knowing now to dance....". Shino blushed more at feeling the male's hand on his small waist, which was hidden by his baggy shirt. -01:09
Edmund Holloway: Grateful, Edmund flashed Sebastian a small smile and was turning to Coralia when the drunk stumbled his way over to them. Taking a deep breath and resisting the urge to place one fine leather boot on the drunk's back, Edmund completed what he was doing. "Where ever are my manners? Sebastian, my stunning new friend here has yet to be introduced to even me." He was losing the fight against stepping on the drunk, who seemed amicable enough, but a sharp reminder of Edmund's own fears - that he was no better than the man on the floor, that he could never rise above being a scoundrel, feared across the seas. -01:11
Roselyn: Roz took a half step back to avoid the lush at her feet. She made a face laced with annoyance. She gently squeezed the Kings arm as she adjusted her position. -01:11
Qwentessa: Fingering her necklace of shrunken heads - there were five in all - Qwentessa took her seat at a table, watching the Bastard closely. A few moments of silence and she turned her gaze away, observing instead the party goers. It was hard to discern Qwentessa's expression but one would think she wasn't very impressed. -01:13
Jana: Grinning like the wolf mask that adorned his face Jana chuckled lightly. "That is definitely not an interesting mistake. Dancing is the main form of entertaining oneself during a party as such...now after the party..." Licking his lips January let the inuendo hang in the air as he lifted his arm and twirled the other man once, then continued their dance with a slightly faster pace. No he wasn't too interested in bedding this man but enjoying playful conversation was definitely on his list. -01:13
Gregor Daniels: He leapt to his feet, wavering and holding his hands out to either side as though he might fall again. Unfortunately, this series of movements had his back to the group and he narrowed his eyes, peering about and trying to determine where his "new friends" had gone. It took him a moment to turn around and smirk. "Gregor Daniels, first mate on the Delphino Shoal. And you, handsome sir, must be... well, handsome, I suppose." He beamed at the three. "All of you! Beautiful, wonderful people!" -01:13
Coralia: So early and already there was a wasted drunkard as her feet. A small laugh escaped Cora, making sure it stayed a little more lady-like than her usually chuckle. "Out of it a little early, isn't he?" she spoke, then glanced to the girl who seemed so eager to just stand there looking pretty. She grin Coralia gave her was perhaps a little condescending. "Ah," she turned to Edmund again, "Coralia Belmonte, pleased to meet you all." -01:14
Shino: ".....a...after?" Shino could only guess what that would mean. He tried not to stumble when the man started moving faster. -01:18
Edmund Holloway: At the drunk's words, Edmund flushed a little, his lips turning down sharply. To avoid responding to such a comment, he tried to focus only on Coralia. She seemed a feistier sort than the woman Sebastian was escorting and this entertained Edmund. "It is a bit too early to be drunk, indeed. Well met, Miss Coralia. I hope you've found the evening enjoyable thus far. Charming as Sebastian is, were the ladies not enjoying themselves, he would be ruined all the same." -01:19
Roselyn: Roselyn watched the other woman eye her and a pink flush rushed to her cheeks under her mask and to the tops of her corseted breasts. She grit her teeth for a moment, quelling the catty nature working in a brothel had imposed upon her. She waited until spoken to but those lush garden green eyes didn't miss a detail. -01:19
"Bastard" Sebastian Cross: "A fair round of introductions," Sebastian pronounced. "I'd introduce you to this lovely girl, but I'm afraid she hasn't shared her name with me, have you love? Perhaps she's begging me for a dance first, after all." Roselyn's tight-lipped demeanor was beginning to lose her points in his favor. A "true" gentleman might want a silent ornament, but the Bastard was hardly gentle, and baubles were baubles but he expected them to do more than shine. -01:23
Jana: "Mmmmmhmmmm..." Jana purred quietly as he ducked a little, catching the young man as he nearly toppled to the floor. "My bad, sir, lost my tempo for the moment." Standing again he carefully set the man on his feet and bowed. "Please excuse me for a moment, I'd like to indulge in a bit of drinking as only one can at such a party." As in, the different types of alcohol and the perfect agreement that you wouldn't have to pay nor be responsible for how much you poured down your gullet. Making his way over to the table with a comfident stride he took up a glass of beer and nursed it quickly, enjoying the rough taste. -01:23
Gregor Daniels: He only then seemed to notice the softer spoken woman. Giving her a look, he shook his head. "And you, lady, are a rose. Inviting, beautiful, and... there were words there, but I've moved beyond the need to words. If you grace the arm of this fine man, he must be a worthy sort." He winked at Roselyn before turning his attention back to the other three. -01:23
Shino: Shino was a bit realieved to no longer be dancing, but he had to admit that he'd actually enjoyed the man's company. He let out a sigh and went to fill his belly with food. -01:26
Roselyn: "No, mi'lord, I haven't given it to you yet as you hadn't asked. Of course I know you are and so introductions were skipped." She winked at the king condescendingly. Roz looked back at the other two and gave a slight curtsy. "Roselyn SaintCrow is the name." She looked back up at the King, "Roz is fine dear." And left a smirk across her shining red lips. -01:26
[Madame Bovary seductively removes a sheathed dagger from her cleavage and hands it to the servant as she makes her way into the soiree, accepting a drink from a tray on her way in.] -01:28
Qwentessa: She swallowed her pride then. Rising from her seat, Qwentessa walked over to Sebastian, looking somewhat cross. Slowly she took off her pirate's head and bowed from the hips. Her movements were stiff, and her lips were pulled into a tense. "Good evenin' Sebastian," she greeted, nearly spitting it out. "I dun't suppose a woman lik myself would be wanted here?" -01:29
Coralia: "The evening as been amusing so far, yes. But the night is young." She spoke to Edmund, looking back as the Bastards pretty girl introduced herself. "And yes, I suppose any gentleman would strive for good impressions from ladies," she said in agreement with Edmund. -01:30
[Saphira De'luge draws her scabbard with bravado, before placing it in the "Doorman's" hands before waltzing in as if she were the king herself.] -01:31
[Madame Bovary is dressed in a style that would have been considered fashionable ten years ago, but as the matron of one of Tortuga's brothels, they are now a remnant of her former riches and high life. Now, they merely show old money and a life somewhat more comfortable than most of the other rabble running around the island.] -01:32
Jana: Looking over at Bastard Jana tilted back his second beer, sighing as the liquid burned down his throat. "Ahhhh....think I've got just enough alcohol in my system to try something stupid..." With a slight tilt of his head he smiled and walked right up to the bastard, kneeling down and taking his free hand, kissing it lightly before looking up. "Would you care for a dance, master Cross?" -01:32
Edmund Holloway: "Watch yourself, Sebastian, the ornament on your arm appears to have grown claws" Edmund laughed, clapping him on the back. She seemed as though she might well be at the party for more than merriment, as she seemed to have short supply of it. It was good to hear, however, that the lady Coralia was having an enjoyable time of things. "Then I have been doing my host proud if thus far you are pleased - I hope, at least, that I am factored in as more than a detriment to the experience" he winked to her, his gaze cast over her masked features. She seemed a bold lass, likely not an idle beauty of societal events nor a woman looking to net a husband. Perhaps a pirate, or a native here to engage in festivities then. -01:33
Gregor Daniels: Gregor grinned, clapping his hands together before bowing and excusing himself. "I suppose I'll go find a nice drink now that I'm here. You beautiful people have fun and... well. I suppose have fun and sing songs! Yes. That sounds good!" Wandering away just as swiftly as he had arrived, he lifted his own voice in song. -01:33
[(Logout) Gregor Daniels is off to rescue a damsel in distress!] -01:33
Madame Bovary: Madame Bovary made her way over to the buffet, looking over the dishes set out there, as well as those who were gathered there. Seeing Shino, she offered a polite nod and greeting. "Bon soir, sir." Turning back to the table, she indicated what she would like on her plate to the servant and headed off to find a seat, the servant following behind with her plate. -01:37
[Alborro enters into a bustling room full of people, immediately making his way to the bar.] -01:40
Coralia: It seemed someone's will to steal the Bastard from his ornament, but Coralia was a little surprised that the one who planned on doing the stealing was male. "I think a dance would be amusing, would you grace me with one, Edmund?" she asked with a grin. -01:40
"Bastard" Sebastian Cross: Events seemed determined to transpire all at once. Not only was the last woman he cared to see right now poised to pounce him- and he didn't think Qwentessa was angling for a dance- but the lad who'd been slapped had just kissed his hand and asked him to dance for the whole hall to hear. "...Qwentessa, cherie. You always knew how to cause a stir. You're more than welcome here, of course." He shrugged, and then fixed his steely gaze upon the man who'd taken a knee. "And you, sir, are very drunk or very brassy. Which is it?" -01:42
Saphira De'luge: Saphira tweaked the leather raccoon mask that covered only half her face. Pale lips, unadorned with any makeup, smirked as she saw the lady who walked in before her. She wore a white blouse, with only the hint of a frill at the end of the sleeves, and a full blue skirt. White stockings covered her legs aong with the tall brown boots. It wasn't much of a fancy gard, but enough gold jewelry hung and clang from her to make up for it. Saphira followed the other new arrival as she took a seat with her plate. "'Ello there beaut," Her voice only a touch femminine. "You don' look much a pirate." She made this observation as she took an uninvited seat beside her. -01:43
Edmund Holloway: Hesitating between indulging Coralia in a dance and staying to provide to support to an old friend, Edmund glanced between the two. Sebastian seemed to have a fair hold on things, though Qwentessa was making things less easy for him than they ought to be. The man asking Sebastian to dance, though, that was delightfully funny. "Will you be all right here while I take a dance, Seb?" -01:44
Roselyn: Roz gracefully released herself from the Kings arm. "Perhaps you shall call upon me later this eve my King." Roz leaned up to kiss the man on the cheek and sauntered into the crowd, looking back momentarily to meet his eyes with her lustful smirk. -01:45
Jana: A smirk pulling at Jana's lips gave away his train of thought before they opened to speak. "Tis quite a bit of both, my lord." He did sound drunk but definitely not slurring anything. Tilting his head so that the wolf's muzzle pointed up towards Cross he slowly stood. "Does that mean I get to have you in my arms for a dance? Or shall I run now...?" The last part was said quietly, though just loud enough to be heard. It was definitely a jest but also definitely a true question. -01:46
Qwentessa: "I be causin' another stir if you don't be watchin' yerself," she mumbled as she placed her hat back on her head. Qwentessa nodded towards Coralia and Edmund and moved away. She would have loved to drive her cutlass through the man, but with all of these people Qwentessa surely wouldn't win. -01:48
Madame Bovary: Madame Bovary laughed heartily, her breasts quivering as much as they could in her tight corset. "No, not at all, my dear," she agreed. "I offer services to the pirates instead," she added coyly, taking a playful bite of her food. She herself had on a mask adorned in sequins and feathers, and her bright red lips below it curled into a tight, but amused smile. -01:50
"Bastard" Sebastian Cross: Sebastian gave Holloway a slight nod. With Qwentessa backing down, he was more than capable of handling the situation. It was good to see that Edmund still seemed to have a bit of loyalty left, no matter that his days of piracy were in the past. Meanwhile, he closed his grip on Jana's hand. "Oh no, don't run away now. That would be frightfully rude of you, don't you think? Perhaps we should get a touch more acquainted, elsewise I'll think you're treating me like a serving wench. Do I get to know your name?" -01:55
[Relena entered the home of the famed "Bastard" Sebastian Cross... and saw exactly what she expected. A bunch of drunken pirates slinging booze, being loud, and random debachery! Now if she could just hunt down her Uncle!] -01:56
Coralia: Coralia contained her laughter, she wouldn't mind seeing someone cause stir. But for now she waited for Edmund to take her up on her offer. He and Cross seemed to be close. -01:57
Edmund Holloway: Narrowing his eyes a little at the man that Sebastian was toying with, Edmund lifted his head. "I see that you are otherwise engaged and I will leave you to teasing brash young men, my dear Captain Cross. Coralia, I would be happy to indulge you in a dance" he slipped his arm beneath hers to escort her to the dance floor, working hard to maintain an effortless poise all the same, a smile still pressed to his features. -01:57
[(Timeout) Shino was sacrificed to the gods of Roleplay by a vicious tribe of rampaging plot bunnies.] -01:58
Relena: She wasn't dressed for a party, in fact, Relena looked like she had just come fresh off a farm. Covered in patches of dirt over a simple dress and even still wearing an apron stained with food grease and whatnot. Dark hair pulled back with a ribbon, she didn't look like she belonged there either. But seemed to have no problem weaving her way through the crowd of bodies, raising up on her toes here and there as she looked for a familiar face. -01:58
Qwentessa: She strided towards the bar, tilting her head down to hide her face. Taking a seat next to Alborro, Qwentessa demanded a drink. She turned towards this stranger, paused and said, "Whachu be drinkin' mon?" -01:58
Jana: At the slight pressure around his hand Jana shivered. It was definitely dangerous but also slightly exciting. He would never dare involve himself deeply with such a killer but there were other interests behind his not-so-subtle aproach. The wolf's nose of his mask dipped slightly in a partial nod of understanding. "My name is January Galahan..." He didn't mind giving the real one because he would not be know, hopefully. At least if the man thought Brandon had still been the captain of the previous vessel he had just sent to the bottom of the ocean's depths. -01:58
Saphira De'luge: Saphira smiled beneath her mask. She half expected the woman to take offense. She seemed a good sport. "The name's Saphira." It was an oddly pretty name for a pirate. "I s'pose you have no trouble loosen the purse strings of even these greedy dogs." Saphira reached over to take a bit of food off of the woman's plate, as if to prove a point. "You best be giving me a plate, lest I take all this poor woman's grub." Saphira addressed the servant who had brought Bovary her food. She then turned to smile back at the woman she was conversing with. -02:02
Coralia: Coralia held the arm as she was escorted to the floor. She took a hand then and allowed herself to be led, something she rarely did, much like wearing a dress. "I get the feeling that you and the famed Bastard go way back. I'm I correct in my assumin'?" -02:04
Madame Bovary: Madame Bovary laughed again, playfully swatting Saphira's hand away. "These men don't need any encouragement to loosen the strings of their purse, or their trousers," she informed her. "Or the women, for that matter. I have boys and girls of all types to help them relax after a long, hard voyage. It does get quite lonely at sea, does it not?" -02:07
Edmund Holloway: Not accustomed to as much dancing as might be expected, Edmund and his skills were slightly rusty. The steps came back from memory easily enough, however, as he placed a hand on the woman's waist. At her statement, though, he froze a little before dismissing it with a jovial laugh. "I would not say such a thing. Rather, we've met before and I respect him. Getting curious about me, miss Coralia?" He flashed teeth, briefly, in a grin, and his blue eyes seemed innocent, no hint of the warning in his tone or expression. -02:08
Relena: "Uncle!" she called out, though her voice didn't carry well in the boisterous room. Blast it all, was he not even here yet? The one time she needed to find him, of -course- he wouldn't be at the expected place. Captain Cross had every pirate on the island at this party, excepted her no good uncle! Quick of foot, she side-stepped someone trying to grab at her skirts and kept looking. He -would- end up there eventually, she just had to wait! -02:09
"Bastard" Sebastian Cross: "Galahan, hmm?" He gave Jana a measuring look. "Holloway was right to call you brash. Not any sailor would pull that little maneuver on me." Galahan wanted something, that was for certain; whether it was just what he saw in the man's dilated pupils and parted lips, or it was something more... Well, that would prove interesting to find out, Sebastian could be sure. -02:09
[Captain Laurence stepped into the house and took a good look around. A true party, it seemed. He smirked and strolled through the mass of people, wondering which he would know and which he would be meeting before the night was over.] -02:09
Qwentessa: Qwentessa turned as she heard a very odd word being shouted out. "Uncle?" Qwentessa inquired as she looked for the source of the voice. There she was clad in a dress and apron, trying to get to someone. Qwentessa frowned deeply, wondering what a puss such as herself would be doing here. -02:11
[(Timeout) Alborro was sacrificed to the gods of Roleplay by a vicious tribe of rampaging plot bunnies.] -02:13
Jana: "Mmm, glad to hear I am the first...or at least one of few." With a smug grin he tugged on the others' hand lightly, leading him to the dance floor but keeping his eyes on the other man at all times. He might not be on Cross's bad side at the moment but he was nery stupid enough to turn his back to him. Once he found a spot where they could easily move he started, leading to begin with though leaving the movements open if the other man chose to take lead. He also didn't try to touch him like he had the other, just using their one interlocked hand to get Cross to move they way he wished. It might have been a simple dance but with the two oposite each other it looked like much more. Almost...sizing up? -02:13
Coralia: Cora responded to that toothy grin with her own. "I'm known to be quite curious, but only towards those with something to hide," she spoke through the slight smile. She wasn't much into this type of dancing but for the time being she was content with the swaying and slow steps. "Would someone normally refer to someone they just respect as 'my dear Captain?'" -02:15
[(Timeout) Roselyn was consumed alive by feral plot bunnies.] -02:18
Saphira De'luge: Saphira's hands barely escaped the swat. Bovary had spunk. She didn't seem the kind to let just anyone walk all over her, even if they were cut throats. It brought a small chuckle from Saphira's own chest. "Aye, I suppose so." Saphira always had the company of her crew, but she knew what Bovary meant. No one to screw for months at a time. Saphira for one didn't sleep with her crew members. She reminded herself she wasn't here for that though. "It's odd, seein' all these folks actin' polite... Dancin'." She said finally. The pirate shot Bovary a sceptical look. "I don't suppose you know this "Bastard"?" Of course everyone knew of him. Saphira herself has never seen, or met him. -02:18
Relena: The place smelled like booze, sweat and tobacco. It was too noisy for Relena... It was too much of a lot of things for Relena! As she continued her search, ever so often she would have to swat a hand away, or hold up her own to refuse a mug of rum. The last thing she wanted to do was get drunk in a room full of pirates. They should have sent her brother in to this mess! He loved pirate parties! -02:20
