(2003) Spring Equinox

[Sonnie Wu]

"Oh, you want to run the limbo contest after all? Wonderful!" Sonnie grinned, seeming to be utterly delighted with Titania. "I'm so glad you want to help for once!" Oh, the shade!

"Now, do you know how to run a limbo contest? What am I saying? Of course you do! I've cleared a space right over there." She gestured at an empty spot near the bar. "Music is on my phone. Get started, girl!" She patted the Bright One on the back, hard enough to practically push her towards the designated limbo area.

"Hey, everyone!" She called out, waving one hand in the air and pointing at Titania with the other, "Limbo contest is starting! How low can you go?"

A sinister little smile is flashed towards the Telluric. Evil monkeys just don't live in Chris Griffin's closet, you know.

[Circe]

Rhodes gets Circe to smile. Though she does cast a curious look between him and Yamiyo when Rhodes mentions her shape shifting power. Her ears bounce up as she pays attention to see if this cool thing was what Rhodes had asked.

Circe laughs as Rhodes confirms her introduction. When last year is brought up she snorts, "[tip=Fuck the general, he was an idiot]Cazzo il generale, era un idiota[/tip!]" Circe gave a middle finger upwards. "Yes ya did dude. I almost got a civil war but I was too chill fer that," she laughs, "Like that one meeting where Summer played peace maker, oh ho ho ho! That was an odd day."

Then Yamiyo gets a confused look as she goes full formal on Circe. The explanation makes Circe's ears droop down as she pouts, "Awww, Sera spoiled my fun," she shakes her head, "Relax Yamiyo, I ain't a stick up the ass Summer. And," she tries to put an arm around Rhodes' shoulders, "The three of us get along GREAT!" She sips her energy drink. "I'm even buying them dinner," she looks at Rhodes to whisper to him, "I was serious about that. Won't even warn ya if I peep.

Circe gives Sonja a thumbs up, which is difficult with the energy drink. "Let me wake up first but you have fun Sonnie!"

[Titania]

Undoubtedly nobody could go lower than Sonnie. Though, duty beckons, and after having excused herself, she quietly joins the Queen and the gorgeous stranger.
Ah yes, the stick. She leaves it near a table, given Sonnie's proclivities, she'll surely take the opportunity to jump on it.
She departs with a cheeky grin.

Titania joins the sidethread

[James Turner]

John had been enjoying his scotch, listening to people's conversations watching as Titania brushes Sonnie off before joining the now reigning Monarch.


Definitely strife in the spring court. Need to talk to them both about what is going on.


Then he felt eyes on him, attention burning holes into him as the Monarch and the new arrival both looked in his direction, his head turning slowly as his gaze met theirs and starred forward unblinking his body going stock still.
He remained there entirely emotionless even as they went back to their business he stayed perfectly still like prey that had just been seen by a bigger predator. That if you were still enough you would simply just disappear.

[Rhodes]

The Dread Lord basks in the praise, though his practised mask betrays little. Shallow and superficial it may be, but at least they were charming, respectful.

Deferential. As it should be. We certainly should try to keep this one around.

"Interesting," he replies genuinely. "I have met those of your kith before, but.... Never thought to ask, until now. Thank you for that enlightenment, Miss Lillich. If you are looking for the last of our number, the position of the Onyx Monarch remains vacant for now. We had no-one of the Winter Court present for the Solstice. The... ripples... are being felt even now," Rhodes says heavily.

Sonnie was always excitable at the Coronation, and seemingly none more so than Spring. The Flowering simply smiles at the event, sipping his whiskey. It was a fair scotch.

Perhaps surprisingly, Rhodes permits the arm of Circe to be draped over him, as he looks to her with a wry smile. "It sounds like and expensive way to be a voyeur, but I certainly won't turn down a free meal. We've been discussing venues, in fact. Very open plan, to test your hiding skills." He chuckles.

"Recognise our new arrival?" He asks Circe, quietly. "I was hoping we might find a way to draw less attention..."

[Yamiyo Lillich]

Looking over at the two monarchs.
"The honor is all mine venerable dread lord, glad to have been of aid. I am sad to hear about the vacant position but I thank you both for allowing me to take up your valuable time. I hope to be able to be of use to you both and the freehold in the days to come, as said never hesitate to call upon me should my services be required"

Looking over at the new arrival whilst wondering what the dread lord had meant if Circe recognized her? Were she someone from their past or perhaps famous? Well time would tell nevertheless so were they evidently not done with their talk yet so to talk to her would not be possible for a little while longer.

Chugging down her energy drink, putting it down at the bar right next to James, looking at him.
"Come on limbo time cutie"
Giving him a quick peck on the cheek, grabbing another energy drink and skipping over to Sonnie.

"So my adorable monkey where does the line start?"
Lightly blushing, trying to get over the rejection from earlier.

[Anatole]

"Limbo. Stick?"

The wizened dwarf did not look convinced.

"I guess I'll pass."

An eyebrow shot up a short while later when the Emerald Monkey made her proclamation.

"How low can I go?"

He snorted and downed another whiskey.

"I'll hold down the bar. You enjoy your fun."

[Sonnie Wu]

So, it's like that, is it?

Sonnie sighs and shakes her head, sadly. Taking a breath, she looks at the assembled Changelings and smiles.

"Ladies and gentlemen, on behalf of the Spring Court, I would like to apologize for Titania's rude behavior. I don't know why she's chosen to be such a bad hostess to you all. Maybe she's going through some things right now, or maybe she was just raised without manners? I don't know. In any case, the limbo contest will begin shortly."

She looked towards the Wizened, "Also, thank you to Mr. Anatole for filling in at the bar. We appreciate the aid, as we're apparently more short-handed than I thought."

"Now..." she walked over to a table and scooped up the limbo stick with her tail, "Who's ready?"

The bestial hero of the party glanced at the Fairest villain, and smirked.

And the game continues.

[James Turner]

"Have you found out anything about that Sir?"


He was curious and still wanted to show deference but calling him the dread lord every time was a mouthful. He'd known the topic had been brought up when he was first sworn in and he wondered if anyone had actually done any investigating or if it'd all just been lip service.


It is possible that even with investigation they wouldn't find anything. The best methods were to leave no trace, no matter what. If you have to cut people loose, you have to cut them loose.


Then Yamiyo kissed his cheek and he'd went still again as the flush crept up from his neck all the way to his face. He stayed like that for a few long seconds before blinking and shaking his head, finishing off his drink and holding up the empty glass retreating back to the bar as crowded as it was.


"I believe the question of how low we can go is more a philosophical one..."


He sighed as Sonnie had a point, sure. Titania showing up, hiding herself, and generally being rude wasn't a good look for the spring court, but neither was this outburst.


"Can I have another drink Anatole, I'll be right back..."


He sighed and took a few steps away from everyone as Anatole poured his drink and rubbed at the bridge of his nose before looking up To Sonnie and let his words slide into her ear as if he'd been right over her shoulder.


"Now is not the time to air our dirty laundry in public, if she wants to be fractious let her but pushing it further isn't helpful. If you wish I can talk to you separately or together regarding these issues you seem to be having, but remember you are also a host here."


He kept his eyes on her, but softened his gaze made it sympathetic curled his mouth down into a frown before his eyes flitted over to the Queen and Seraphina would soon find his whisper in her ear as well as he'd seemed to be doing nothing more than muttering under his breath.


"It's alright your Majesty, I gave word to Sonnie about the outburst reminding them they too are a host here. If you wish, at a future date, I can work with the three of you to try and heal this fracture. I will continue keeping a watchful ear and eye out for you, your grace."


He sighed and then walked back over to the bar as if nothing had just occurred, like he'd just needed to get his space from everyone again before leaning against the hard top and shaking his head.


"Well, I'd say it's a party now."


He laughed at the joke that was really only meant for himself.

[Seraphina]

Walking towards the center of the room, but sort of off to the side, so she could see everyone.

“Hello everyone, thank you so much for joining Spring on this joyous night! And a special welcome to our two newest Freehold members, lets try and make them feel welcome.” She says with a smile.

“I wanted to bring it to everyones attention that the current Monarchs had gathered and after a discussion, we have decided to bring back the positions of Director and Grounds Keeper. With the break in the Seasons, the need for someone to help keep us safe was needed. The Queen of Summer, Circe, has offered to step into the role, and I know we can all feel safer with her watching out for us.” A smile and nod to the Summer. “The position of Director is one that has come in handy when our numbers have been small. They are overall in charge and should there be an issue that cannot be resolved, then they are the final adjudicator in it. Dread Lord Rhodes stepped up to take on the role, and I believe he will be a fair Director.” A nod and smile offered to him. “If there are any questions regarding it, please let us know, but for now, please, enjoy the party and food!”

Turning to James Turner , she walks over, “Thank you for the offer and the concern. But I can assure you things are handled and should they need attention, I am quite capable.” The smile remains as she turns to Rhodes and walks over. Leaning towards his ear, “Hope that was ok. Never been good at public speaking.” She teases.