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Apr 15th, 2013 10:57 PM

“L’aire of awesome... is that one of those made up lawyer terms?” Her nose wrinkled even though she was grinning. “I guess you’ll figure it out when the time comes hm?” The Dancer didn’t want to dwell too much about it at the moment. Perry seemed a bit bitter earlier and she didn’t want to continue pouring salt on an open wound.

Teasingly smacking Perry on his forearm, “Yes they were.” Shaking her head. “But I bet you wish they weren’t. That’s probably a fun visual for you.” Shrugging one shoulder, she looked at the road. “Well, that was at the beginning of the night. After a couple of ‘groupies’ recognized one or two of them, it was cat calls and shouts of ‘take it off’.’” L’aire let out a breathy chuckle. “I slipped back off to the side to avoid any sort of cross-fire wardrobe malfunction.” Because the Winter wasn’t that kind of dancer.

“Yeah, I saw the mess. Heard the stirring but kinda didn’t catch all the details.” Turning to Perry with a raised forehead and a nod his direction. “Details are what I have you for.”

“Speaking of details. Is there a way to know if there was damage to a building or a location. I don’t want to lease one of these places only to have shit get destroyed. Like a history of it or something.” Rubbing her fingers together trying to suss out what she was attempting to say. Clearly, the Fairest hadn’t an inkling about any of this or at least the details of it.

**Perry diCarto** · Apr 20th, 2013 01:24 PM

Perry chuckled. "It's a technical term," he agreed, turning the car down the last road to their first destination. "And yeah, who wouldn't want the Thunder from Down Under to take it off?" He laughed. "Those boys are chiseled. You probably did well to get to the side before that train of hotness drove at full speed out of the station." A wink. There wasn't enough sexy male dancers running around Sacramento for his liking.

As for the last bit, he replied, "Yeah, absolutely. Building renovations should be registered with the city; that'll tell you if there's been a reno permit granted or pending. I can look into that for you. As well, we definately ought to have an inspector come down to look the place over for you professionally before you sign anything. I'll also look at the landlord and see if they've had any complaints against them with the Tenancy Board. Having all that information will not only protect you from leasing damaged goods, but also will help us out with negotiating price."

Apr 21st, 2013 01:46 PM

“Well, back then I was right there with the fans yelling take it off.” L’aire shook her head and snickered. “Now… I’m not sure what I’d do.” The Dancer realized how something could change an aspect of life so quickly. There was certainly someone else she’d rather see that way.

Shaking off the strapping men from a memory, L’aire saw they were quickly coming up on the address in the folder. “Oh, that’s good. That and I don’t want to lease a place not knowing I have to suddenly move everything again because of flooding or whatnot.” There were many things the Winter didn’t realize with businesses. She was a little overwhelmed at the situation, either by the unknown chagrin Perry was speaking of or the fact that it felt permanent. “Wow, thank god I brought you with for this. I have a feeling the agent or the landlord would blow smoke up my ass.” A tinge of nervous snickering, even though it was the truth.

**Perry diCarto** · Apr 24th, 2013 06:22 PM

Perry grinned broadly. "Yeah, ya did!" he said with a laugh. Then a little conspiratorial wink! "Oh my... could it be my best buddy is in luurrrve? How are things with John, Sasha?" he said with a genuine, excited smile. The 'lurve' sounded a bit like Celene Dion. The Shadowsoul figured the former Vegas dancer would get it. Celene had a show there for a long time.

"Yeah, no worries. We'll make sure you're perfectly covered - and if anybody tries to fuck with ya, I'll haul their asses before the commercial tenancy board and get you a big fat cheque. Sound good?" He smiled. "In all seriousness, though, most landlords are legit. Especially commercial ones. They want you to be happy so you keep renting their building. It's bad business to fuck people over."

Apr 24th, 2013 10:24 PM

L’aire jokingly rolled her eyes to the Shadowsoul’s wink. Then when he started asking the questions of John her attention turned to the window. Maybe it was that Winter part of her that wasn’t entirely apt to sharing, but still Perry was a confidant. “Things are really good. Sweet, kind, hard working and honest with me.” She could feel herself gushing as she let the words slip from her lips. “And the Power of Lurrrve is probably one of Ms. Dion’s best songs.” Skating by the real answer it may have been veiled somewhere, but still obscure enough that she hope she didn’t entirely give herself away. Besides Perry’d seen herself and John together, he was smart, he could probably figure it out.

“Wow, you must have some hefty connections.” L’aire said turning back to the Fairest with widened eyes. “Yeah that sounds good, but sometimes a cheque doesn’t always mend the errors of someone’s ways.” Her mind that was in the clouds quickly landed back square to the ground.

“I’m glad some types are legit.” The Fairest wasn’t all about money and bobbles anymore. It still made her uneasy, like there was always a catch or something hidden. Of course, she didn’t think that of Perry. “Bad business to fuck people over.” Strumming the folder on her lap in thought. “Too bad some men didn’t have that attitude.” The Dancer slipped to a thought of Lorenzo a minute. Damn it

**Perry diCarto** · Apr 27th, 2013 06:38 PM

Perry gave a big ol' thumbs up. "Those traits are worthy of all kinds of luuuuuuuurrrrrveeeeee --" He trailed off into a laugh, wondering if she was going to smack him one. "Heh, well, I know a few people and whatnot. The legal community is all one big dysfunctional family, so everyone knows everyone. That includes the people on the commercial tenency board." He motioned with his hand as he said it. "Yeah, I know, right?" he asked at the 'some men' comment. "People would get along much better if people didn't fuck other people around.... but then I'd be low on work!"

He pulled in in front of the first spot and motioned to it. "So, here we are! Shall we take a look?" A broad grin.

Apr 28th, 2013 12:45 PM

L’aire shook her head. It was hard being a Winter, and wanting to gush to your best friend. But, obviously she really didn’t have to say much for him to guess. Snickering, the Dancer chided. “Oh stuff it Perry.”

At the mention of fucking other people over, the Dancer tapped the folder. “Same could be said for our own sometimes.” L’aire said under her breath, just enough for Perry to hear.

A dexterous hand rose, not to punch him, but rested on his forearm. It was affectionate, but unlike the same she gave to her boyfriend. “Really, thank you for your help with this. I’d be lost in this stuff without you.” Her head turned to the gorgeous darkskinned Shadowsoul in the next seat, smiling with deep gratitude. Because really, the guy was super busy and took time out of his day for this.

When they pulled up, L’aire first looked at the outside of the place. It didn’t look dingy, which was the first thing she didn’t want. People who danced always seemed to have this avoidance of dirty things for some reason. “Sure, let’s check it out. Uh, do we have to wait for the realtor or whatever?”

**Perry diCarto** · Apr 29th, 2013 01:15 AM

Perry gave L'aire a thumbs-up and a big smile to her thanks as he opened his door, his bullet scar accenting one of the cheeks like a little dimple. "Oh, if she's not in there already, I'll give her the tough sell, don't you worry... I called ahead." Perry was a very nice man in the context of Lost society, but agents of the other side in a possible deal did not get to keep him waiting. Perry diCarto, Attorney at Law, had a reputation as a tough customer to uphold. He was a right pitbull when he needed to be for his clients - professional, but one to be shown respect to.

The Shadowsoul powered up for negotiation, calling upon his Contracts of Vainglory to make him even more persuasive. It really wouldn't have been fair for a realtor to negotiate against him to begin with - but the fact that he was aided by the supernatural just added to the one-sidedness. His friend would get a good deal. He'd make sure of it.

Stepping out, he waited until L'aire was out to lock the doors with the remote. With a little flourish, the Fairest Lawyer motioned to the door in an 'after you' kind of manner before putting his game face on.

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Apr 29th, 2013 11:14 PM

“Right, because we’re meeting her here.” L’aire grinned because that much she remembered at least. The outside of the building didn’t look to bad to the Dancer as she grinned to her Shadowsoul bestie. Her face held approval for the outside street facing portion so far.

The realtor had already been there as she stood by the door awaiting their arrival. L’aire knew they weren’t late, but she was surprised the woman was waiting. The Fairest always heard rumors they were tardy. “Hello, I’m Sasha Collins.” Outstretching her hand toward the sales woman, “This is Perry diCarto.” Which the woman could have probably guessed if they’d spoken before.

There had been a small lobby in the front, which seemed quaint and welcoming. The Dancer glanced around while the woman began prattling off details. L’aire needed more than details though, she needed to see it fully, to feel it and the inspiration it’d bring her. Without that, she was no good to anyone.

As the realtor escorted them to the main part of the studio, the Winter Dancer froze. It wasn’t what she expected from the lobby, nor the outside of the building. There was probably even a shocked look on her face. To Perry it probably looked more horrified. The studio’s ceiling sloped downward to the windows. A feeling of being closed in and trapped was the first sensation L’aire had.

“I um…” The Dancer tried to find the words to cordially explain her thoughts on the place. “That ceiling is uh, unique…”

**Perry diCarto** · May 2nd, 2013 01:36 PM

Perry flashed that brilliant smile and offered the woman a handshake, following L'aire around and looking about. He did pay some attention to the details - after all, the devil was always the details, and it was his job to be L'aire's personal archangel with a giant sword when it came to the devilish details of her lease.

As his eyes flicked to his friend's face, though, he realized that this was so not going to be the place for her. He looked at the rather claustrophobic ceiling and muttered, "Oh, my..."

He looked back at the realtor for a moment and asked for a second. Once the woman had stepped away, he leaned in and muttered, "You so don't like this place, eh? Way overpriced for what it is, too."

Date		Action		Roll		Result
2013-04-29 01:12:43		Perry diCarto rolls 8 to Pres+Exp+SL (SoDA) (10 Again)		7, 2, 5, 2, 7, 6, 8, 9		2 successes

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