(Private)Gangrels Gather

[Alessandra]

There was a sigh, he was one of those.

“You know, sometimes you fuck up or sometimes you find yourself in a difficult situation and need a way out. But you’re right, you obviously don’t require the right to call the most powerful Kindred in Sacramento.” He lost the privilege. “I do hangout time to time with others, but you’re not sounding like someone who would be fun to have a drink with.” He seemed a bit too confident for his position, which was none, in the Domain. “What Gangrel isn’t good at fighting? And I hate to break it to you, but I don’t see the threat of Final Death coming from you and any ability you have to fight.” Just calling it as she sees it.

“What it comes down to is I make myself available to Kindred of the Domain should they need me. More so those our Clan, we can have a hard time finding our place. And if someone wants to not use that, see my generosity as less then what it is, fine by me. I have other matters I can attend to. Just don’t expect me to drop things when it shit goes sideways.” Because she won’t. “I’ve worked hard to make this a Domain that isn’t run like every other Domain out there, but clearly, some are still suck in their ways, still stuck in an old mindset.” Shrugging. Whatever.

“A word of advice, I’d keep the attitude in check if you want something peaceful.” Otherwise, well, it wouldn’t be fun.

Then a look of amusement, “Oh, good to know what you will reach out to me specifically for.”

[Marcus Roman]

"Apologies for my attitude. I mistook how informal you meant this meeting to be and should have chosen how I expressed myself better." Won't make that mistake again...

Marcus took a moment searching for the right words. "As for Final Death, I wasn't implying you had any threat from me Your Grace. That would be beyond my abilities. I meant that my bloodline upon engaging in violence immediately fights to not enter a frenzy with the singular goal of killing the one who caused it, and I have been striving very hard to avoid such a thing since I arrived. I am working to not disturb the peace of your Domain every day, and the work I am doing is against my nature which is not naturally peaceful."

Well at least she wasn't bored with me anymore...good job Marcus, excelling in your social skills...The Roman thought annoyed with himself."You're right, my mindset is old as are many of my ways. I've only recently tried to separate myself from a cycle of nomadic mercenary violence that I've engaged in for the last 1600 odd years. I will work harder to understand what your aims are as my aim is clearly off the mark. I've never seen a domain that has a leader like you, and I mean that as a compliment."

[Alessandra]

A single nod, “There is informal, and then there is being downright disrespectful.” So she takes a moment, “Allow me to clarify what I mean when I say informal, when the three of us are together, I am ok with you both calling me Sofia. Informal in a way that you are free to ask questions, not be polite or refrain from fowl language or all that nonsense. Here, or wherever we gather, the three of us, are a Clan, are Savages.” But then her face hardens, “But do not mistake that for weakness or think you can flaunt an attitude with me, because it will not fly, not here and not in Court.” Ground rules. She's ended a Cousin before, and had no issue doing it again.

Could she have kept poking at him? Yes. A couple years ago she might have. But she knew who she was, she knew her power and she didn’t need to flaunt or talk about it to prove it. She had years of wisdom, something those below her did not. “Any Savage can live peacefully. It’s not a difficult concept, I miss going out into the field like I did when I was Reeve, but I also understand what violence is so rarely the answer. But maybe that comes with age and wisdom.” Some get the chance to learn, some don’t. Which would he be.

“Every Domain is run differently; you rarely see two Domain’s run the same. I run my Domain the way I wanted to see others run in my years. Leadership shouldn’t be unavailable to speak with if needed, but it is controlled, there are rules, rules make things run smoothly. It’s why I allow for Kindred to make appointments to talk with me if wish. Will some waste my time?” a shrug, “Sure, it happens, but every once and a while it’s for a good cause and with good reason. You can’t hold past experiences with Domains against each Domain you enter. If we don’t learn to grown and expand our thinking, we grow stagnant, and what’s the point of living then? Seems kind of dull at that point.”

See, the Italian could be quite talkative and sociable when people didn’t come at her with an attitude.

[Marcus Roman]

"Understood. I see no weakness in you..." A pause as Marcus decided to try and change a little. "Thank you, Sofia...." As soon as he said the name out loud his face scrunched up for a second. "Yep. That feels weird... I'm usually a little more together though I'd probably find a different way to blunder socially. It's not my strong suit, but I'm working on that too. I appreciate your patience with me."

The Roman seemed unsure of where to go from here but his words were honest.

[Alessandra]

For the first time in the evening, a smile appears, and she laughs, “If it helps, it’s my Kine name, the one I go by while out among them.” Maybe that would make it easier to use. Or not, sometimes it took time. “Learning to be social cane be difficult for us, it’s not typically our strong suit, we tend to loners. But I can tell you that it gets easier with time and practice, still not my favorite activity, but I like to make an effort to improve my skills. Seneschal Hazelton is an excellent teacher if you were ever looking for someone to learn from.” Ale tended to observe, and go from there.

“We all have needed someone to be patient with us at some point. But you’ll find a lot of Sacramento is patient, but to a point. Be respectful, and you’ll get it back.” Believe it or not, she wanted to see her Cousins succeed.

“Also, take some nights to experience the cities nightlife, have some fun. We can’t be serious all the time.”

[Marcus Roman]

As she laughs something in the Romans face eases up visibly. Like a tension he didn't know was there smoothing itself out. "I'm great at socializing until you know, the people I'm to socialize with show up." He gave half a grin. As talk moved into activities, nightlife and fun Marcus was curious "What is your favorite activity? So far I've mostly just been exploring the parks, the Domain has some good spots of nature for a city so vast." How does The Most Savage enjoy herself? Marcus had never let himself think about what the most powerful kindred in the city do to unwind, he realized perhaps for the first time he only ever saw peoples status instead of the people themselves...not that that isn't the smart move when dealing with other predators but a blind spot that keeps you from seeing the whole picture is still foolishness.

[Alessandra]

There was a nod of understanding, “Ah yes, the dreaded addition of people. Sometimes it’s best to start with those you know somewhat, sort of easing into the whole thing.” But maybe it was easier for her because she didn’t draw a crowd. “Favorite? Tough question. Usually, it’s gun ranges, art galleries or quite dive bars. I don’t get many nights off, but when I do, it’s usually in places where I’m comfortable and don’t draw a lot of attention. Though I have been known to frequent some piano bars here and there, depending on who is playing and my mood.” Music did sooth the Savage beast after all. “I have heard that Sacramento offers quite the places for those interested in nature, glad you’ve found some spots that interest you.”

[Marcus Roman]

"Gun ranges and art galleries...I was actually just speaking with someone recently about Hunter S Thompsons work. One of my favorites, he would make large posters and shoot paint cans onto them until he got the effect he wanted. Called it gun shot art." Marcus offered thinking back to his walk in the park with Jenna. "I should look at a few galleries when the nights get longer and the museums are still open. I'm sure Lotus will have a good offering as well."