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Post by ◊◊BLOODBEASTER◊◊ on Oct 22, 2012 0:22:17 GMT -8
DJ Chantelle is spinning the greatest hits from... her iPod. She pedals the stationary bike to keep the tunes playing from some battery operated speakers. The floor here is kept clear for anyone who'd like to dance. Looking for someone, single folks? This may be your chance!
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Post by ◊◊BLOODBEASTER◊◊ on Oct 22, 2012 1:19:00 GMT -8
Bjork's "Violently Happy" played through the speakers that rested on a folding table, as Chantelle pedalled the stationary bike, trying to keep an even pace so she wouldn't wear out.
Anna and Jackson met up nearby. Anna- "Hey Chan, nice work. That was my shit job today, I guess it coulda been worse though. That Bryce kid never showed up for duty so it was all me. *sigh*"
Chantelle- "Oh this is good, I'm getting my cardio in, but this dance floor's here, and no one's gonna dance if somebody doesn't start first." Anna glanced to Jackson slyly. Anna- "I see how it is. Meet me over here and then you're gonna expect me to dance with you. Verrrrry clever Mr. Rothbauer."
Jackson- "Ms. Oberti, I would never impose. Chantelle on the other hand, was rather insistent." Anna shook her head and laughed. Anna- "Alright fine, but don't get fresh now."
Jackson- "Certainly." They moved a bit slowly at first, mostly still small head movements, little bit of the shoulders... occasionally closing their eyes, trying to feel it. That awkward time when you're the only couple on the dance floor. Anna really liked the sentiment of the song and began to get into it, shaking her head back and forth. Jackson enjoyed the hairs whipping past his face.
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Post by ◊◊BLOODBEASTER◊◊ on Oct 22, 2012 1:35:41 GMT -8
Abdul-Rahman stood near the edge of the dance floor, clearly not intent on dancing. He was just watching people move back and forth, hoping to spot somebody that he was looking for.
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Post by ◊◊BLOODBEASTER◊◊ on Oct 22, 2012 1:37:38 GMT -8
Ione- "Oh boy! I can't wait until the guys get here. This is going to be hot."
Lilla- "Oooh who are you gonna go for first?"
Ione- "I'm in the prime of my life, and I am at the top of my game, despite the circumstances. I'm just gonna go straight for Alex."
Lilla- "Oooooh! That's right, you go 'head girl!"
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Post by ◊◊BLOODBEASTER◊◊ on Oct 22, 2012 2:57:14 GMT -8
Seth walked towards the dance floor, glad it dimly lit so people couldn't see his highwater pants. Maybe they would just think he was stylish, wasn't that a thing people were doing now? He'd have to find better shoes though, blood stained Converse were not exactly formal-wear. Abdul got up in his grits. Abdul-Rahman- "Seth, I wanted to address an issue with you, if you don't mind."
Seth- "Okay, it's a party but it might be good to get something out of the way early on. Shoot."
Abdul-Rahman- "I shall endeavor to keep it brief. Ms. Greene came to this building with a number of handguns. I talked to her briefly about acquiring one, since I am trained to use such. She said that she would prefer to consult with the leadership, so I thought I would just approach you myself. Would you be amenable to myself and other trained individuals carrying sidearms in the event that defense becomes necessary on short notice within the compound?"
Seth- "Hm.. I feel strange about that given the issue with possession. We don't know what causes it, and if someone is armed when they are possessed, they could really hurt a lot of people or themselves."
Abdul-Rahman- "I've heard a theory or two and they all seem to suggest that a person such as myself is not the prime target of such spiritual attacks. Whatever the case, I'm sure we'll solve that mystery, but before then we should be prepared for anything."
Seth- "Well, I guess so. Okay, just you for now though, and make sure people don't see it, and you keep the safety on."
Abdul-Rahman- "Very well, very well. I'm certain this will improve our response time. I will of course, only do so with Patti's permission as well."
Abdul resumed his watch.
Seth moved to the other side of the dance floor, feeling a bit irritated but trying to get back into the spirit of the festivities. A loud KLOK KLOK KLOK sound came through the chamber as if a horse was walking in from the stairwell. Seth turned. He got a face full of Bebe. Dr. Bebe- "Hello Pretty Slugger."
Seth- "That is quite the nickname I've got! Hello Dr. Bebe, what do you think of our humble home?"
Dr. Bebe- "Humble it is, but lovely. I will of course need a place to stay."
Seth- "Oh of course, just stop by Marie's room, she's our planner, room 608. She'll get a room assigned for you. It'll be pretty bare to start but we're getting things more squared away all the time, we'll be sure to get you a good room."
Dr. Bebe- "Well I'm pleased as punch. There's music playing, you're standing on the dance floor... a beautiful woman is looking into your eyes, soulfully. What do you do?"
Seth- "Haha, what else is there to do? Dr. Melange, care to dance?"
Dr. Bebe- "I'd love to." She was nearly as tall as him in her heels, they were the tallest couple by a long shot. She moved right against him, with no modesty whatsoever, and swayed to the music, now some dark electro jam. She whispered to him... Dr. Bebe- "Does everyone know you're gay?"
He made a slightly startled expression, but smiled slowly. He spoke quietly back.
Seth- "Is it that obvious?"
Dr. Bebe- "I'm tempted to say I knew because every single man I dance with gets an erection-- but, I just have nice gaydar. I just imagine that might be a problem for some people, which of course would be a problem for civilization as we now know it. People can be pretty bizarre."
Seth- "Yeah... I've been hoping to keep it fairly hush, not that I'm closeted or anything. I'm hoping with the right atmosphere it's not going to be an issue, but I don't look forward to the time that it is."
Dr. Bebe- (Nodded)"Well, I'm glad you've considered it. It tells me that you're really on top of things."
Seth- "So every guy you dance with really gets a boner? What's your secret?" (He smiled)
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Post by DKender on Oct 22, 2012 21:30:05 GMT -8
As he entered the community center, Alex whistled with appreciation. These 403 refugees knew how to class up a place. Then, he saw the dance floor. Oh yeah. Alex was all over that. He could spare a few dances before Nat's big party, right? As Alex approached, he shouted to Anna and Jackson, "There you go, Butoh!" The music wasn't right for his preferred style, but he could make it work. Alex approached Ione and Lilla. "Ladies, do either of you want to dance?" Alex asked. "Waltz, foxtrot, swing, tango, merengue? I, uh, I can teach you just about any ballroom style, if you like."
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Post by Thy Dungyeon Maestyr on Oct 22, 2012 21:35:29 GMT -8
Lilla- "I'll take the first dance if you don't mind..."
Ione- She smiled, knowing this was just for Lilla's kicks and not going to mess up her shot at the big guy. "Hahaha. Go right ahead!"
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Post by Suyoi on Oct 22, 2012 21:49:47 GMT -8
The good doctor finished his drink as quickly as possible, knowing full well the intense burning and wincing face would show up later. The dance floor was beginning to fill up; an obvious pairing of who would be with whom. It still made the doctor chuckle to see Dr. Melange and Seth, until it dawned on him her plan to assume leadership... but she couldn't move that fast. And it definitely was a side effect of the alcohol, even though it hardly had been in his system. He made his way around the floor and watched Alex suddenly become cougar bait. His face could hardly control his snicker. Still, the good doctor had a plan and a limited amount of time. He moved close to where Alex had picked up his partner, still sporting a smile, and an empty glass. "You're Ione, right? You put forth the proposal about, uhm, Synergy. I didn't mean to come off as such, well, such an ass. Call it a defense mechanism. Can I make it up to you by getting you a drink? Maybe a dance?"
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Post by Thy Dungyeon Maestyr on Oct 22, 2012 22:06:33 GMT -8
Ione- "Well, OK, I'll accept that. Thank you, sir. Yes, I'd love a drink! But only just a little. Like a half glass. Of wine. Thank you!" She crinkled her face in awkward attempts at pleasance.
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Post by Suyoi on Oct 22, 2012 22:10:15 GMT -8
The doctor was one to mirror Ione's sentiment. Obviously her age was a factor for her arrogance, if not all the pointless titles she had accrued. Still, not even her plastic attempts kept the doctor from feigning enjoyment. "I'll be right back, then." Ione- "You're a pip!"
The doctor made no attempt to return.
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Post by DKender on Oct 22, 2012 22:15:52 GMT -8
Alex smiled and offered Lilla his hand, to lead her to the dance floor. "One, two, three. One, two, three," he muttered. "Okay, I think I have the rhythm worked out. Weird music, huh, Missus Lilla?" He took her right hand with his left and rested his other hand on her back. Upper back, of course. Then, Alex started a slow waltz, maintaining a half foot of space between their bodies. He had a relaxed and confident style, since he'd been dancing in public since he could walk. It was tradition, and all that. "This is great. I haven't danced with anybody in months, unless DDR with my roommate counts, and it doesn't. He always won, but that's because I kept trying fancy moves on the pad, and Emil just stomped ..." Alex paused. Would a woman Lilla's age know about DDR? Better change the subject. "You’re very lovely tonight," he said. "Do you work? What's your job?" Lilla- "Haha, you don't have to make small talk, handsome. I'm all yours 'til this weird music stops."
Alex noticed that the doctor was putting moves on Ione. He had to stop himself from shouting, "Nice!" That'd just be rude.
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Post by ◊◊BLOODBEASTER◊◊ on Oct 22, 2012 22:18:28 GMT -8
Seth- "Thank you Dr. Melange, that was fun. I suppose I should leave you to the eligible bachelors."
Dr. Bebe- "Ah yes. I think I'll have to get in line for Alex, haha."
Seth- "He's a hot commodity, that one. Good luck doctor. " Seth excused himself as Ivan was walking on to the dance floor. Seth- "Oh hi, you're one of the new folks? I'm Seth, the leader here."
Ivan- "Oh! How did you get that job generalisimo?"
Seth- "Haha, voted in. Marie getting you set up?"
Ivan- "Yeah, I'll probably have to end up rooming with that Ashley guy. It's fine. I guess we really didn't get introduced. I'm Ivan. I'm a driver, so if we need to go into Mel Gibson mode..." (He flashed him a peace sign.)
Seth- "Good to know, we might get to do a bit of driving yet, you never know. Let me know if you need anything."
Seth glanced around at the crowd, and recalled since he'd mentioned Marie, that she must be in her room. He headed that way.
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Post by DKender on Oct 22, 2012 23:04:29 GMT -8
Alex was happy to dance with Lilla. She didn't make him feel awkward or embarrassed. As time passed, he tried some more complex moves. Nothing too extravagant, of course. Just a change in their steps here or there and the occasional spin turn. He daydreamed as they danced, since chit chat wasn't necessary. Kateri Tekakwitha descended from the heavens. "Alex, Miracle Child, you have been chosen as the Saint of dancing. If you can defeat Satan in a dance-off, this building will be Saved!" A horned, devilishly handsome man appeared, dressed in the smartest of red suits. The party-goers surrounded him and Alex. But Alex was not afraid! "In nomine Patris, et Filii, et Spiritus Sancti! You're going down!" And then ... Alex almost dipped poor Mrs. Lilla! He stopped himself in the nick of time, however.
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Post by Thy Dungyeon Maestyr on Oct 22, 2012 23:25:47 GMT -8
The song ended, Lilla giving Alex the glad eye again, and as they parted he saw two women in need of a partner - Ione and Bebe. WHO WILL IT BE? YOU HAVE TWO SECONDS!
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Post by DKender on Oct 23, 2012 0:27:48 GMT -8
Alex glanced between Ione and Bebe. He felt more comfortable asking Ione for a dance. She was like a sister, while Dr. Bebe too strongly resembled one of Titian's voluptuous depictions of Venus. But he lived by an honor code. Dr. Victor had been flirting with Ione earlier. Alex couldn't sweep her away for a dance until he knew that Doc wasn't interested. He approached Bebe with an uncharacteristic timidity. "Dr. Bebe, may I have this dance? I, uh, know all the major ballroom styles. Just about. Music's not the best for it, but, you know ..." He shrugged and then smiled in a pleasant sort of way. Dr. Bebe- "I'd love to! You're so nice. I guess we're really lucky to have you. Don't worry about styles, just any old thing is fine for me." Bebe moved close, standing just slightly taller than Alex. Ione visibly huffed. Lilla- "(whispers to Ione)"
Ione- (whispers)"I can't believe it! Is he a chubby chaser? Oh my god!"
Volya- (To Ione)"Hey baby, you know I was thinkin'... I'm a young dude, I washed my clothes in bathtub the other day... you could do worse. Wanna dance?"
Ione- "Uh...! No! You're a scrub! Hello!"
Lilla- "Aw! Everybody's a bit of a scrub under the circumstance. Would you like to dance with me?"
Volya- "Tch... yeah. I'd love to, madam." Ivan gave Ione a sympathetic look, leaning on the wall with his drink. She just balled up her fists and stormed away to the corner of the room.
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