Edited to include Prince's last name because spellcheck is a pain in the butt. Apologies.Conner strode into Court having many many deliberate choices beforehand. First and foremost, he hadn't changed his color scheme from last court; grey suit and dark clothes with a red tie. It wasn't that he lacked variety in his wardrobe, he just wanted to make sure people saw the same man that walked into the last Court.
Only this time, making a better impression.
As he entered the lion's den that was Elyisum there was that initial vomit-like pressure in his belly from the Beast. The desire to consume and tear. But he couldn't afford another mistake like last time. He adjusts his tie, and walks in.
Immortal horrors or everlasting splendors.
The quote weighed heavy on Conner again; impressing on him the necessity of such strict laws in the presence of creatures such as he.
Mental crisis suppressed for the time being, Conner advances to Quinn's side. His first bow, low and long, was to Alessandra. "Greetings, Prince Alessandra Antinori. I'm grateful for the chance to put my better foot forward for you this evening."
Next to Twist, though a bit less grandiose. "Greetings, Archon Twist. I'm honored to make your acquaintance."
And finally, to Quinn, punctuated with a deferential nod. "Priscus Durant, my apologies for being so far behind.
But then there was...a newcomer? He may have shared a name, but Conner saw something very different in Connor OBrien from himself: an almost chivalric presence. It didn't stop his hackles from rising, but he offered a smile and a nod. "My apologies, I'm afraid we haven't been introduced. My name is Conner Wells, of the Second Estate, Clan Mekhet."