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Posted: Mon Nov 04, 2019 4:35 pm
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Posted: Mon Nov 25, 2019 5:48 pm
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Posted: Wed Dec 04, 2019 4:53 pm
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Posted: Mon Dec 09, 2019 9:53 pm
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Posted: Wed Jan 20, 2021 6:05 pm
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tab tab tab tab tab ☾Lumiere District☽
"How are you feeling today?" Vitessa leaned over her personal assistant who lay wrapped up in thick bed cushions like a cocoon. It was early in the day, the sun had yet to even rise but today was going to be a long day and Vitessa always woke up early to get things done when she knew how packed her schedule could be. Beverly had been severely wounded on the day the underworld rose from the bowels of the earth and now was limited to bed rest until her wounds healed.
"Better ma'am. I can go with you to the auction today. Those events tend to get rowdy..." Beverly attempted to roll herself out of the cocoon but immediately flinched from the searing pain.
Vitessa shook her head, affectionately brushing her thumb against Beverly's cheek, "You keep resting, the maids will bring you breakfast soon. And I'll be fine at the auction, Zara has assigned me a body guard. You'll meet her once you're in better shape."
Vitessa smirked at Beverly's grumpy face and began recounting yesterday's events with Akane, her new body guard. She shared how she had breakfast with Akane in the office yesterday morning, followed by the pair visiting the front of the tattoo shop as well as beneath the tattoo shop. Vitessa stated how Akane did not seem too distraught or disturbed by Vitessa's business dealings. If anything, the body guard had seemed intrigued by it all. The duo ended the day having dinner in the estate and going over blueprints to the estate to help Akane get a better idea of the environment she was working with. Vitessa also explained to Beverly how well Akane had protected Zara against the beast and ghouls, a sparkle of intrigue crossed Beverly gaze before she stoically nodded in acknowledgement.
After parting from Beverly's room, Vitessa went up to her office to review paperwork and respond to emails. One of her maids dropped off breakfast in the office to which Vitessa barely ate, she wrote up the schedule for today and sent to an encrypted email she had set up for Akane. Typically the schedule only went to Beverly but for now it'd go to Akane, at least the body guard would have a heads up of what the day entailed.
A section of that schedule read: "Formal Brunch at Saisons de Amour". The brunch itself was merely an annual disguise for a high-stakes auction in neutral territory. The brunch event was marketed for "business owners" throughout Soleil with very few, selected guests from outside the city. The auction allowed for a neutral ground for different business owners to talk, make deals and compromise on territories. It also gave Vitessa a way to market her company and connect with other business owners.
Upon finishing the emails, reports and schedules, she briefly said hello to Akane, passing by her in one of the hallways. "Good morning hun. I sent you the schedule and...there's someone I want you to meet today. He actually lives right next door but he's meeting us at the event." She smiled then headed to her master bedroom.
Vitessa quickly grabbed her phone to text her next door loverboy neighbor, a good morning text. Followed by another text, * * * See you at the brunch today, dear. * * *. With that she hopped into the shower and prepared herself for the event.
tab tab tab tab tab ☾Saisons de Amour☽
Once Vitessa and Akane were dropped off at the hotel, Vitessa reached for Akane's arm and nodded to the tall man standing in front of the conference room doors, "She's with me. My cousin is visiting and I wouldn't dare leave her alone at home. She's too ravishing not to show off, right?" Vitessa winked at the man who blushed and waved them off. Vitessa chuckled and winked at Akane. They stepped towards the coat closet to hand off their coats to be checked in, tipping the worker in cash to ensure the safety of their items.
"Sorry about that. This event is a well sought after 'brunch', they're very wary of new faces...Hmm you know, there's something you said yesterday that's been on my mind." The ladies entered the room in style, eyes glancing over to them and whispers chirping across the room. A live band was stationed in one of the corners of the large conference room, playing music as a singer hung by the microphone. The conference room had two other sets of double doors besides the entrance, the other doors led out to pool area of the hotel. Bodyguards stood by all the doors, rejecting strays from entering the special brunch.
Vitessa led Akane over to the mimosa table, "If you decapitate any heads, when necessary, you'll get a bonus. This is the kind of place we have to be careful in." Her eyes sparkled mischievously but her smile and body posture gave off the vibe of a humble, innocent trophy wife. It was important to handle deception with grace amongst sharks. Vitessa peered around the room, looking to see if John had come yet but currently no sign of him yet.
She picked up one of the mimosas, sipping on the drink slowly. "Tell me, what have you noticed so far?" Vitessa glanced over at Akane, curious to find out how strong her instincts were.
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Posted: Thu Jan 21, 2021 12:35 am
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BACK AT CASTLE'S RESIDENCE
Another day, another opportunity. John prepped himself for the day to attend an auction at Saisons de Amour. There will be new faces and familiar ones. John expects the worst to happen.
Fixing his suit for the schedule, he looked at the mirror as he stared directly at his very own reflection. Dausha, one of his loyal maids grabbed a laundry basket and folded some of his master's clothes on a separate table just near the laundry room door. "So how is Vince?" John asked her while his gaze remains at the mirror while fixing his sleaves now.
"S-Sir??.. Oh.. uh.. ahehe -blushes- --well.. he is alright. Umm.. It was just a little date. Nothing much happened after that, really."
"Hmm?" John finally shifts his gaze to her as he paused, raising a brow in curiosity.
"He is nice and he is pretty hyper in person and-- charming. But-- I'm not yet sure."
Then John shook his head with that amused smirk on his face as he reverts his gaze to the mirror. "Well darling.. Give it time." After fixing his suit he turned around and faced Duasha. --Love is not rushed. They say flowery things about love at first sight. But that does not always v'work out for everyone."
He then walks to his desk, grabbing a gun (for safety measures) picking it up and taking a good look at it until heard his phone vibrated seeing a text message from one of his business partners. He then saw her future wife's text message in which she sent about moments ago. "Hmmm.." A soft smile traced his lips seeing her text message. He then realized that he shouldn't be setting his phone to silent mode but he tends to forget about it cuz he got used to muting his phone whenever he attends a meeting or just taking a simple nap.
He texted Vitessa back saying; "Yes dear. I'll see you there. Take care along the way."
"Take care, Sir." Dausha then bowed slightly as John exits his room and now on his way downstairs to be escorted to his way to the scheduled location.
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NOW AT SAISON'S DE AMOUR
The golden-haired Russian mobster now enters the hotel with two bodyguards following him. When he arrived at the door with two guards looking at him from head to toe before shifting their gaze to John's bodyguards. He then smirked before taking his sunglasses off giving a confident gaze. "Kingpin.. of the Blacklist." He uttered calmy before the two guards as he waved his hand to signal his bodyguards to stand down and will not follow him into the convention hall where the auction would take place. The two guards then nodded and gestured their hand, allowing John to enter the event alone.
With that swagger, he tucked his sunglasses by his chest pocket as his ocean blue hues traced the faces of his vicinity. 'Hmmm. The same kind of people.. as always.' He nodded to some random faces before smiling at one of them and grabbing a glass of champagne along the way. The place was quite a room. It is huge and fit for people who luxurious lifestyles. Pretty much a good spot for fancy auctions indeed. 'I am at the 'place' now my dear. Where are you?' John texted Vitessa as he was walking in the opposite direction where Vitessa is now sitting. If she may describe where she exactly is at, he will come right away.
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'Where is my queen?'
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Posted: Thu Jan 21, 2021 9:17 am
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 ❛ Akane Arashi ❜
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Who am I? Your Queen | I'm feeling Nice~ | I'm speaking to Boss lady | Where am I? Vitessa's home, Saisons de Amour | What am I wearing? Let's party
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Life had sure lead her to quite an interesting path. When she was told she was going to be working as a bodyguard for someone, she didn't expect for them to be this deep in the mud with the kind of work they did. Sure there were people who did a few things, wrong kind of money being a few but this one was blossoming like a lotus in a pond. Of course there'd be people wanting to pluck the pretty flower but they'd have to face Akane first and that was exactly what she was looking forward to. Sure the lavish lifestyle had it's perks, but everything nice had its perks only for a lasting minute. She was from a line of demons, a line of blood thirsty monsters and that was what she needed.
The new boss woman made sure to make her feel comfortable, made sure to give her all the information she needed to go about her business effortlessly, though she was already doing some of her own research about her new boss lady. Sure she wasn't on good terms with her family, but that didn't mean she could borrow some of their resources to do so. While she was doing that, she did want to get to know the people she was working with as well, especially the stone faced broken grump the boss lady cared much about..Beverly? Yeah, that was her name.
With her face buried in her phone, those crimson hues began skipping through some of the letters the woman had sent her and right about in time, she nearly bumped into her. "Good morning hun. I sent you the schedule and...there's someone I want you to meet today. He actually lives right next door but he's meeting us at the event." "Let me guess, he's the one who dared steal your heart." Akane smirked. Of course it was a wild guess, every time she heard that line, she figured it was about a romantic interest she'd have to meet. If her guess was right though, she'd get to see what kind of individuals she was interested in.
Time to get dressed!
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Once at their designated location, she glanced over at the woman taking her arm before she looked at the guard there, playing along as she wanted her to with a little wave from her end to the man. "I'd say I'm free to be found inside, but I doubt you'd be anytime soon." she snickered, following the other with a playful grin. "You're nothing like mother T, she'd be quaking in her boots or trying to lecture him into letting me in." she snickered, handing her coat over and took a minute to make sure her hair was set right.
Dressed in a blue jumpsuit with what seemed like a cape, it would serve the purpose and keep her looking elegant yet functional if she had to protect her boss, if it came to that.
"Oh don't worry about it, you'd have to if they did recognize me." she would state, shaking her head at the thought before she looked back at her, "You know, don't worry then either. I doubt they'd risk their lives with that knowledge." she'd chuckle. Walking with her, matching the boss lady's energy, eyes quickly peering around the room to see the possible exits while seeming to take in the lavish layout that her rich cousin had bought her to. Nothing out of the ordinary, from what she could tell, but she'd be alert none the less. "I never quite enjoyed the live music in these places...sounds a lot like elevator music when there's no singer." she admitted.
"If you decapitate any heads, when necessary, you'll get a bonus. This is the kind of place we have to be careful in." the woman stated, giving the demon child a green to resort to her methods when needed, making her smirk as she picked up a glass for herself. "I'll be looking forward to those bonus' when someone tries something funny then." she admitted, looking at the other while she sipped her drink. She might have not been as graceful as her boss there, but she was nothing less than 'well mannered' when it came to social gatherings as this. Poised, a smile that would mask the devil within her with ease and eyes that barely met any other and not to mention, a sweet little tone.
"Tell me, what have you noticed so far?" the woman would ask her, a quick glance over to her before she looked around the room yet again. "About three exits, four old geysers looking at your exposed skin, one looking at my cleavage, visible guards- you've noticed them too, but almost every person is with an plus one, that being said one of them is bound to be armed. But I'm sure that isn't what you want to know. I think lover boy could be either the blonde with the champagne who might have passed us just a minute ago since I noticed him glance at his phone within minutes of you doing so, that one- or the one on your far right, but he clearly tried to feel her hand while he took the glass so I doubt it's him." Akane stated, looking back at the woman with a smug smile. She was surely not going to admit that she might have had a peek at who their neighbor was once the boss woman dropped her hint. Besides, how could she show off that way?
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Posted: Sun Jan 24, 2021 3:40 pm
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”I'd say I'm free to be found inside, but I doubt you'd be anytime soon." The corner of Vitessa’s lips slid up, impressed with how quick Akane was to jump on her feet without warning. The body guard pursed his lips together, holding back from responding to Akane’s statement. Instead, he merely waved them in, marking off Vitessa’s name on the list and writing in a plus one. The pair were as well dressed as everyone else in the conference hall, although they still seemed to be catching the eyes of others. Vitessa adorned a black and white, lace dress while Akane slayed in a deep v-cut, well fitted, blue jumpsuit.
"You're nothing like mother T, she'd be quaking in her boots or trying to lecture him into letting me in."
Vitessa chuckled, shaking her head, ”Zara and I simply have different ways of doing things... I love it that you’ve given her a nickname, annoying Zara is truly a fun game.” She certainly could imagine Zara giving that bouncer a lecture or finding a more creative way of entering this event, if necessary. Still, she could see why Zara had taken a liking so swiftly to this spunky child. Akane's commentary about the live band, comparing them to elevator music, made Vitessa giggle. She held a hand up to her lips, giving the appearance of a more shy, poised giggle.
”Build a strong enough reputation and you won't have to lift a finger." Vitessa whispered to Akane, slowly bringing up the glass to drink more of the mimosa. Vitessa had only witnessed Beverly decapitate enemy heads a handful of times within the past few years. Not a pleasant sight at all and yet the feeling of vindication welled up in those moments. Vitessa paused, feeling her phone vibrate within her purse. She took a moment to pull out her phone and read John's text message: 'I am at the 'place' now my dear. Where are you?'
Vitessa texted back, * * * [ We're on the east end of the conference hall where the mimosa table is, dear. Let's see who finds who, first. ] * * * Tucking her phone back into her purse, she then glanced around the room for the infamous Kingpin of the Blacklist. The sea of people washed away from view once she caught sight of her lover, coincidentally also dressed in black and white. They were matching. Vitessa's gaze softened and she sipped on her mimosa once more, patiently waiting to see if John would check his phone again for her message.
Akane’s observations were specific and detailed down to her observations of all the exits, who’s been eyeing them, the fact that everyone here had a plus one and had to be armed. Vitessa nodded in agreement with Akane’s observations but then blinked over in Akane’s direction at the mention of who lover boy may be. "Ah yes, the one who 'dared' steal my heart. You're very quick. Come, let's say hello to the Kingpin." Vitessa quoted Akane from earlier at the estate and whispered the last statement. She didn't know how well versed Akane was with the names of any gang members of the underground world but she'd surely teach her as needed.
The pair cut across the conference hall, Vitessa now holding two glasses of fresh mimosa. Ever since the catastrophic event with the hellish creatures from Halloween, both Vitessa and John had been quite busy making sure their businesses and employees were safe and in everything in order. Vitessa had also been busy keeping an eye on Beverly while teaching Akane more about the estate and clientele. John was dressed very well, as always, the Russian mobster knew how to play his part. "Might I entice you with a drink Mr. Castle?" Vitessa's sultry voice echoed from behind the Kingpin. Vitessa decided to play on a more neutral footing when speaking with the Kingpin, after all, the two of them had yet to talk specifically about labels. They also haven't had the conversation about what to do publicly. They both had reputations to uphold and making any sign of public commitment could draw unwanted attention or even animosity with other gangs who wanted John's hand for their daughters.
Vitessa raised the glass up for him to take as she nodded her head in Akane's direction, "I'd also like to introduce you to my cousin, she's visiting me for some time and will be helping me with work until my Personal Assistant has recovered...Akane dear, this is Mr. Castle. He owns many businesses like casinos and even nightclubs, globally. He's also our neighbor." Vitessa smirked, curious to see how much the two would read in between the lines.
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Posted: Wed Jan 27, 2021 9:02 am
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♣XX.. 𝕵 𝖔 𝖍 𝖓XX𝕮 𝖆 𝖘 𝖙 𝖑 𝖊 ..XX♠
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John didn't finish his champagne as he was still looking for Vitessa. There's a surprising amount of people inside that he missed the sight of his prey future partner in life. And as for being her lover again, this decision may be risky. But to fight for the only person that makes you happy? Why not risk it all?
He sighed in silence as he stood still. His eyes glanced at anyone that may resemble Vitessa. He even noticed some eyes staring at him before reverting their gaze to some random direction, pretending that they weren't looking at him just then. John doesn't know them, but he can't avoid being paranoid at times, especially a "Big Fish" like him. Society is like an ocean. The bigger you are, the more noticeable target you become, even for a vicious predator. But despite the reputation, John will always keep it low.
His phone vibrated once more, revealing his partner's text message, saying: "We're on the east end of the conference hall where the mimosa table is, dear. Let's see who finds who, first."
..."East end?" He muttered as a small smirk traced on his lips as his eyes moved to the said direction of the conference room. However, while he was on his way. Someone brushed their hand on his back shoulder which made John pause and turn around. 'Huh?.. --'
His gaze shifted from left to right but see he sees nobody, or even at least that close on reaching his back. 'That touch.. Is she here?.. Maybe It's because of that drink. I'm imagining things now.' He said in his thoughts making his brows furrow.
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"Might I entice you with a drink Mr. Castle?"
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Now, that's the voice John was looking for. His eyes fluttered twice before quickly regaining his composure and turning around to face her. "Ahh.. Vitessa... .--" His eyes softened as he gave a handsome and loving smile. She looks good in her dress. The colors of Black and White. Simple... yet bold.
If such formalities were no longer needed, John could've grabbed her by the waist and pulling her close to him for a dance. But unfortunately, this is not a ball.
"--zhere is not a day that you do not look as ravishing." He reached for her hand and closed his eyes as his lips touched the thin and smooth skin of her knuckles. -kiss-
Then Vitessa introduced the lady next to her. Her eyes were as red as the blood moon that shines in a lonely and quiet night. Her hair as black as the abyss. This lady is not as she seems. "It's a pleasure to meet you, miss.. Akane.."
Though, this time. John didn't reach for her hand since he doesn't know if she would even allow it. Instead, he placed his palm to his chest and bowed his head slightly. And instead of a closed-eyed smile, his eyes gazed deep into her eyes, reading her. But his warm smile remains until she or Vitessa speaks.
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'Something tells me that she's not a human.'
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Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2021 6:55 am
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❛ Akane Arashi ❜
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A smirk played on the younger woman's lips when she heard her chuckle, even appreciating her for giving the other a name to the pink haired woman who's company she enjoyed for the short time they were together. "I can agree with that." she stated at her talking about how fun it was to poke fun at Mother T, as for their varying methods though, she'd have to see more of Vitessa's even though she did seem quite different than the other.
Despite her putting up this front to the company they were with, she could already tell there was quite a big difference in how the two were. She was enjoying it, maybe even trying for a change to appear more graceful than the usual self she portrayed. It wasn't that easy, that was for sure, but around the other, it felt like she was with a companion sneaking into a fancy party.
”Build a strong enough reputation and you won't have to lift a finger." the woman stated, leaving Akane's crimson buds fixed upon her for a good few minutes before she sipped on her drink. She wasn't startled, mostly, mesmerized. There were barely a hand full of women who could earn a spot in her admiration table and for now, it seemed like Vitessa was ruling that table with little to no contenders in her way.
The woman took a moment to look at her phone before she asked her about her observations and Akane made sure she shined enough for this boss lady to notice her shine. A smile tugged on her lips like a proud student when she nodded, it only tugged wider when she got a reaction from her with regards to her lover boy. What kind of men was she interested in? Visually he was a treat, but it wasn't the wisest thing to settle for visual appeals anyways. "Kingpin, interesting name. Does he call you his Queen?" Akane quipped, following her none the less.
Akane stood at a fair distance yet close enough to show association with the Queen. She visually scanned the male before them from head to toe, nothing out of the ordinary besides the man's obvious uplifting upon seeing her. It seems the King has a thing for his Queen, untampered by urges, or well, she'd have to wait to see that.
"--zhere is not a day that you do not look as ravishing." The man spoke and Akane scoffed, right on cue. That accent was all that was going on her mind as she tried to save any visual cues of her finding that disrespectfully hilarious.
"I'd also like to introduce you to my cousin, she's visiting me for some time and will be helping me with work until my Personal Assistant has recovered...Akane dear, this is Mr. Castle. He owns many businesses like casinos and even nightclubs, globally. He's also our neighbor." Vitessa seemed to have saved the day with the introductions, giving Akane enough time to regain her composure as she gave the man a light courteous bow to his own.
"Pleasure to meet you Mr. Castle." she'd smirk, "I take it you're not from around here." Akane stated, simply wanting to get that out of the way.
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Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 2:21 pm
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Vitessa shook her head, amused by Akane’s statement of the Kingpin calling her Queen. ”If someone were to marry him, I wouldn’t be surprise if that label was thrown upon her.” She sipped on her mimosa, whispering as they walked through the crowd, ”Marriage to someone with his status can be tricky. Often times, marriage on this side of the tracks is used for power and alliances. Not love.” John had been walking in their direction but did not catch sight of them first. Vitessa and Akane were able to sneak up on Mr. Castle, cordially offering him a drink.
"Ahh.. Vitessa... .--" The way his eyes softened and kissed her knuckles made her blush and look away momentarily. She needed to regain her composure, certainly there were eyes on them and she did not want to draw the wrong attention. John was the known Kingpin, leader of the Blacklist. If rumors around Soleil were correct, many gangs wanted to earn his favor and strengthen ties by marrying off their daughters to John. Daughters and nieces of other Dons and crime lords. An innocent exchange such as this could sprout rumors.
”You certainly know how to compliment a lady, Mr. Castle.” Vitessa swiftly turned back to face him, resisting the urge to grab him by the tie and pull him into her embrace. His well-fitted suit and pants formed around his toned body nicely. A body she needed to be re-acquainted with at a later time.
”How has your morning been, Mr. Castle?" Vitessa inquired then introduced Akane and John to one another, his accent most likely catching Akane off guard as she bluntly stated he had to be a foreigner.
Hands clapped together in a steady beat, signaling for the live band to halt their music. The musicians slowed their tempo for a moment then took a pause, their focus now on the man stepped to the stage set up on the other side of the conference hall. The musicians then packed up their equipment and left the hall, instructed to play out in the hotel lobby so as to distract anyone else from listening to what was going on inside the booked room. Butlers walked around the room handing out petite white boards and dry erase markers to be used to write down prices and calls. They passed by the trio, handing Vitessa and John a board and marker each.
Then the doors to the pool area and doors leading into the hotel were now being closed by the bouncers and clicked shut. The man in a maroon suit had striking emerald eyes, he peered around the room and smiled warmly. Vitessa recognized him as one of Soleil’s many Crime Lords, Aslan Maharetli of the Grey Wolves, known most notoriously in the underground world for money laundering and the highest count in successful assassination gigs in their side of the world. They led this annual function in Soleil, using stolen items looted during their assassination missions as tokens to sell at these auctions. All the gangs invited to this event treated it as a neutral olive branch, at least for today.
"Welcome everyone and thank you for joining us here today despite the disruption and strange occurrence this past Halloween. Remember, all your money will be going to Charity." Vitessa smirked and eyed Akane to see if she would believe Aslan's words. ”Isn't this a pleasant event?” Vitessa teased, whispering to Akane. Of course, a percentage would go to charity on paper but most of the money would be rounded up and used for a planned gambling event later in the year.
Aslan clasped his hands together in front of him, slowly pacing to another end of the stage to make more eye contact with others, "Our first item up is the Lantern of Alacati, donated by the city of Alacati's local museum. This historical piece also contains a vial inside, legends say it can be drank to restore wounds. Oh, do I see eight thousand already? Going once, going twi- -" The crowd whispered amongst each other, debating on whether or not to bet on the item for a higher price.
”It's not the lantern they're after,” Vitessa whispered for John and Akane to hear. Although, she knew John was familiar with these auctions and could already piece the clues together himself. She quickly glanced over at Akane, ”That vial is what's important. Usually it's poison. I'm surprised they're giving out something that can heal for once." Unless of course, they were lying about that.
Vitessa nearly dropped her drinks as someone knocked into her. Vitessa glared over at the woman who didn't even bother to apologize. In her annoyance and frustration, she didn't notice the blades hidden inside the woman's jacket. She seemed to be walking straight towards the stage.
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