Spring's Pool Party!

[Sonnie Wu]

The cookie was quickly devoured as she wagged a finger at Rhodes, "The lady is correct. We must have our secrets! We have feminine mystique to uphold," she nodded sagely, "As to if they come close to the champs? Perhaps. I might be biased due to my yaoi manga addiction."

"Yes! Shopping trip!" Sonnie grinned at the Nix, "We will raid and pillage all the pool toys! I tried to find one shaped like a giant banana, but I'm not sure they make those. Could be too phallic. Which is why I want one all the more!"

The arrival of the stranger left her as surprised as everyone. That Orion seemed to have singled her out for a greeting left her a little unsure on how to proceed. "Um, hi..." This wasn't her home, after all. She looked towards Seraphina, and had the same reaction of relief as Fawkes intervened. The situation seemed well in hand, though she kept a curious eye on the Ogre as she turned to wave at Circe.

"My favorite b'elf! Cute sundress! And... wait... coffee IN donuts?" Did her stomach just growl?

[Rhodes]

Rhodes smiles. "Mx Argawal, of course. And yes, I had planned a group session on the occult features that we can link ourselves to. Unfortunately Mr Volker's troubles within his Court and subsequent banishment have meant he would be unable to attend such an event. I think I will carry on, regardless, and see about contacting Mr Volker in private. If you, or indeed anyone," he raises his voice slightly, "would be interested in an open discussion of our Wyrd talents, I will be arranging one in the near future for anyone interested. The Hedge, Dreams... Pledges. All will be welcome." The last theme has the Dread Lord watching the hulking Summers cautiously.

He raises his glass to Circe, before turning back to Seraphina. The Flowering scoffs. "Really, darling? I doubt the boys will come close." He catches her sapphire eyes, flicking meaningfully to Orion's granite form and giving the tiniest shake of his head.

The monkey girl gets a broad, if mirthless, smile. "The Leaden Mirror lives for secrets, Sonja. You'd be amazed what we can dig up. Although, I didn't even realise you had a mistique," he teases lightly, a little warmth spreading into his features.

Rhodes' eyes flick over to the Summers again. There had to be an easier way. Well. There was. He drains his half-full glass and sets it down firmly on the drinks table. "John, Circe - one of you watch the grill, would you please?" he asks, before heading off towards the secretive Summers, red and gold leaves twisting into existence as his Mantle moans into life.

Rhodes heads over here.

[Circe]

Well on a plus side it looked like Seraphina wasn't still pissed at Circe for not paying attention at her cafe. That was good. And Johnny was returning the hug, excellent! "No worries Johnny, and thanks fer takin' care of the meat." She looks over his shoulder, "Well done fer some of those please. I like me ta taste hard meat," the tone certainly was intentional.

"Joyous bouncy girl! Ya want ta ride a phallic banana?" Was her response to Sonnie's greeting, "Ya could ask the boys ta help ya find one," winks before showing the donuts, "And yes, yes these are," and answer to coffee cream filling for her donuts. "Hafta figure out where ta put my cargo before I get ta use the pool. Aaaand greet the newest ball of angry ta join the club," she nods towards where Rhodes has gone off to talk to the two Summers. "Where does the food go? Before being eaten," she grins at Sonnie and points a blue finger at her, "Beat ya to it."

[Fawkes]

"Hi Mr. Moon. That can wait."

The air cuts with the smell of iron and a stream of nicotine from a monotone voice behind Mr. Moon . The Elemental tilts his head back towards Rhodes and Orion outside the party.

"Corporal Fawkes of the Iron Spear. We can talk over there. Get things cleared up first."

He waits until the new arrival moves, and cold attention is paid to see if he puts the strange food down for curious hands.

[Richard Price]

It had been a quick trip out of town, left morning before back by the next. The whole thing had been quick, maybe a couple dozen people had shown up. Some friends he had known a long time, others that it seemed his old pal had made in his absence. No one overly important. Whole thing was closed casket, the circumstances didn’t leave any other option, and Joseph had been against the other option. He had lived by the fire, and refused to die by it - some sort of fear of reincarnation that had slipped into an ailing mind.

Trips like that were why he really didn’t have any desire to head to a pool party. He had his own if he wanted to lounge, and a beer and some solemn silence seemed best right now - even if he had probably cracked a few too many the night before, but what good were buddies if you couldn’t drink with them?

He found the place that Fawkes had given him, saw enough familiar vehicles and the swirling cacophony of emotions emanating from the backyard sort of gave the place away. The burgundy Cadillac shifted into park, and the Ogre pulled himself out of the vehicle. Nothing fancy today, he hadn’t even intended to come and he felt naked without a gift - but duty called.

A black Nike t-shirt was tucked into the dark blue denim, and rather than some wonderful sneakers they were simply a pair of polished dress shoes. No chain today, a watch - alligator skin strap with a gold face emblazoned with Bulgari, and simple gold studs in his ears. His glasses were tossed casually on the dash and his long legs quickly carried him towards the back yard, where he came upon the festivities, quickly eyeing everyone up.

His eyes fell to one Spear who seemed to be clowning - and he hoped this was because the guy Fawkes had mentioned had been vetted.

Still he wore a smile, appearances meant the world didn’t they?

”Hello, hello, hello everyone - Anyone see Fawkes kicking around?”

[Seraphina]

Coming back out, she nods along with Sonnie, “Exactly, feminine mystique is a thing.” Totally a thing.

“The store won’t know what hit them when we’re done!” she says with a laugh. “A giant banana?” the Nix looked thoughtful, “I bet I could find one.” Then shakes her head with a chuckle.

Then Rhodes with the business talk, but she still smiled, realizing how much she loved him. And now him entering into a conversation of sorts with Fawkes? While she was nervous, she had to trust him.

A friendly smile offered to John, “It’s ok, I get it. I just hope you’re taking care of yourself.” And as he went to take over the grill, “Thank you!” it was nice of him to help.

“Oh, you can place anything you want in the kitchen.” She points, “Right through the double doors. It’s where I’ve been stashing the deserts.” Because if not, she might dive right into them.

Sapphires settle upon yet another new face. And she realizes, mistakes were seriously made. She wasn’t smart about getting this advertised, and was sure someone was going tell her dangerous this was. Which was annoying, even if right.

The quicksilver eyes reminded her of Mhairi and she wonders if he was Autumn.

Mr Moon? An interesting name, and the Nix offers a friendly smile, “Thank you, and welcome.” Comes the angelic voice. And before she could approach, Fawkes steps in, taking control of another new Lost. She simply nods.

Finally Richard walks in. With his height and Mantle, it was hard to miss the Summer King. So she offers a respectful smile and wave. Letting the Monarchs take care of the new people.