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    Jennifer Hazelton's Avatar
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    Jennifer Hazelton

    Nosferatu curse: A voice that withered like a snake sneaking through the grass, plummeted like an old man's nearing his demise
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    The two-story salon had an artistic styled sign across the entrance with the name Lotus. The location of the building, nestled where Kine would walk, suggests that Kindred should blush. The lighting within the salon allowed one to see the space, yet was a few levels lower than normal. When you move through the entranceway, a walk-in coat check with attendants to accept coats and accessories was to the left. The next door led to a small room with a few seats along the wall, yet mostly open space. This space was where ghouls and proxies were sent while business was conducted. A small hallway with two locked doors led to an upstairs area, reserved for a small office area for managing the salon.

    Jennifer continued through a doorway, entering a small exhibit room. This room would be open for the public at Jennifer’s discretion. The size would be perfect for intimate settings. Two large glass globes with small openings at the top were just before the door, creating a narrow walkway into the room. Lotus flowers floated in clear water.
    She turns and enters the entranceway, heading to an expensive wooden door. The podium was present, yet was empty tonight. Two men in suits stood flanking the door, allowing entry. The heavy door was propped open, the room large and set up with paintings by modern artists. The lighting here is proper for viewing the art. The paintings were after the theme of deconstruction. This room was carefully designed to her specifications to display a larger body of art. The room had lavender paint on an accent wall, creating what Jennifer felt was a dream – like quality. There was a tasteful table in the center of the room, featuring marigold flowers.
    The second door was closed. Two staff members stood before it, discouraging exploration.
    Attendees could walk down the hallway connecting to the entranceway to the largest room yet, set up like a ball room. A small ball room, by ball room standards. Yet it would be large enough for the Domain presently. The lighting had sections of the ballroom bathed in violet or green light. The light was a bit dimmer than the other rooms. Vivaldi is piped in through the walls. There is a long table with staff serving small appetizers and drinks.
    All was as it should be. She was confident it was time. Jennifer waits within the ballroom.
    Nosferatu Curse: Jennifer's voice withers like a snake sneaking through the grass, plummeted like an old man's nearing his demise.

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    Jacque's Avatar
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    Goes by Jack.

    Educated, scholarly, lawyer, scientist.
    Jack's outward demeanor and tone are a baseline of respectful and calculated.

    He actively debates, persuades, negotiates and even at time tries to intimidate, as core skills of any lawyer worth his salt.

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    Jack arrived at Lotus and exited from the rear passenger seat of his SUV. He was dressed in a black tuxedo, the only glint of color coming from his tie pin and Rolex.

    Tucked under his arm was a box containing an expensive champagne. He entered the establishment with a confident stride and upon finding Jennifer in the ballroom he approached with a smile.

    "Good evening and congratulations," he greeted while moving the box from under his arm to present it. "This is for you as a thank you for inviting me to share in the grand opening. I hope the evening is going well."


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    Walls and the Floor become slightly tilted, there's a sickly sweet and sharp smell in the air. Faintly, the sound chains (and even fainter: the sound of leather) can be heard. More powerful spells make the sounds more pronounced and colors seem to pulsate.
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    How embarrassing! The suit Crystal was wearing to the grand opening of the Lotus might have fit the occasion, but it was from the 2016 collection of Alexander McQueen. Still, the crystalized flowers embellished all over the tuxedo vest shimmered even in the low light of the gallery and the slacks were fashionable but loose fitting. He liked being comfortable, especially when he couldn't quite foresee how long the evening would go.

    Ah, whom was he kidding? The evening would go long and he was here for it. It was not just any opening, it was the opening of his special acquaintance Jennifer. She told him about this project a while ago and it felt good to see that she followed through. He brought a small box containing green jasmine earrings. It took him a second to orient himself, to let all of the grandeur really sink in.

    After a bit of wandering around he found the ballroom and thus the host of tonight's opening. "Hey, Jennifer. This looks simply magnificent! I have a little something for you that might just fit the occasion:" Handing over the box he gave her a meaningful look and continued. "Apparently they signify innocence and good luck. I hope you like them. Congratulations!" He was turned up enough to reach for the fancy words, but not so far gone that he forgot his manners. Turning to the striking man Crystal smiled widely. "Hello, I'm Chris." He left it at that, but offered his hand for Jacque to shake. Asking for their relationship would have been bad taste, as would have readily offering his own with Jennifer. Earlier interactions have shown him that less was more with the Lady.
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    First thing you will notice about Ale is the abundance of her tattoos. They go from her face all the way to her feet, and not much is left bare. The second thing? Her strong Italian accent.

    Known as Sofia De Luca

    Gabriel, Ghoul
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    Dressing up for Formal Court was already a chore, and not one she enjoyed. But this was to support Jennifer, and that was all that mattered.

    The small thing of something green would be a problem, so she sent Gabriel to find her an emerald tennis bracelet, something small, but still within what was asked. Thankfully he was a smart Ghoul who knew what she liked and what she didn’t. While it was dainty, it was still stunning. The one pop of color against her black dress, Versace, which hugged her curves where it needed to, and flowed elsewhere. The cut allowing for her numerous tattoos to be seen, from her leg to her arm. Her skin had a warm flush to it, still pale, but a healthy pale. Her dark hair was done up in a low French bun.

    Gabriel drove her to the event in the Aston, parking in front and opening the passenger door for her. A hand extend should she want it. She leans towards him and whispers something in Italian to him, he simply nods, walks her to the main door, opening and leaving. Ghouls could be hard to explain to Kine after all.

    Dark eyes take in the room and the lightening, a small smile appearing on her lips. Jennifer had done well.

    Walking into the ballroom, she feels her Beast brace itself and begin searching for a challenger or prey. But none was found thus far, and with some hesitation it settled, one ear still perked.

    A warm smile, yes, she could have them, was offered to Jennifer and Jacque. The Kine was ignored for now.

    Congratulazioni!” greets the Italian, eyes on her Cotrerie mate. A box was held out, inside it would have a green swallow tail butterfly, perfectly pinned. Jennifer would be the first she had gifted one of her pieces to. “This is simply stunning! As are you!” the Savage could be charming.

    To Jacque, “Good evening.” Deciding to wait on hearing what names were being used this evening.

    Finally, the cattle Kine, “A good evening to you as well.” There was something captivating about him, but in a boy next door way.
    Alessandra Antinori │BP 6│Strong Italian Accent

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    Its not like the Lotus strikes Helen as her kind of venue. Sure doesn't, a little fancy, not her sort of people as well. Still, job is job and sparer time is spare time...

    So Helen has organized something that sort of seems like it might fit the way the place looks like. Sorta. Thus a longer dark green dress it is tonight. Sure, it's a departure from her two dresses rule, but it's not like She's going to make a habit out of it. Shit's expensive, after all. She's also brought a bracelet that some insiders might recognize... e579e89ca9dc19c7244652b0a69c599a.jpg

    Equipped like that, she enters, passes the wardrobe as she tends to do and makes her way through the place, as well as she manages without upsetting the gorillas too much. Perhaps the painting and the flowers would be a little more captivating if she knew more about those topics, so, she makes her way to where she can hear people. There's already a group of folks she knows, heh, figures.

    Jennifer's there. Natch.
    The Seneshal, too. It's bveen some time, but then, seeing him here isn't that surprising.
    The same goes for the Prince Sofia. Also not oo much of a surprise, but then, it underlines what Helen suspects might-

    Wait, isn't that her favourite 'guy-I-met-by-accident-twice'... Chris ?

    Hahaaaa, maybe this is going to be good after all !

    Thus, she approaches the people standing with tonights host.

    "Congratulations, a very impressive place !" Can't argue with that. "Good evening everyone."

    Nosferatu Curse: The vibe that that shadow is not doing as a shadow does as soon as you're not looking directly at it.

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    Jennifer Hazelton's Avatar
    Seneschal, Lady Notary, Priscus of the Nosferatu
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    Jennifer Hazelton

    Nosferatu curse: A voice that withered like a snake sneaking through the grass, plummeted like an old man's nearing his demise
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    "Mr. Krait." Jennifer gives the handsome, well dressed man a sincere smile.
    The shape and color of the chapagne immediately appealed to her. It was simply superb. She tilts it for a moment as she appreciates the beauty of the lines.
    "Thank you, Mr. Krait. It is gogeous. I appreciate the gift." A look into a stunning man's eyes, a bit of trust with the ventrue. "Shall we partake?"
    "Good evening, Chris." She greeted pleasantly with a smile. As he brings out the box, she accepts it and regards it with some interest as she unwraps the present. Listening to the reason why he had brought it due to what they signified, she nods slightly. That was quite interesting. Innocence?
    "Thank you."
    Altough she was mindful what some of the Kindred may titter, she did take a moment to slip the jade earrings on. I like them. They are a good gift!
    Jennifer looks Chris's attire over now, admiring the pretty clothes. The assemble did seem to fit in quite well. She recognized the designer, considering that perhaps it was time for her to start investing.
    "What a marvelous assemble." She praises Chris's clothing choice. Although she admires the lines on the captivating man.

    "Hello, Sofia." Jennifer greets, a sincere smile at seeing the Gangrel.
    There was no cliche protests that one did not have to. Jennifer appreciated gifts. Especially from a friend she had grown closer to.
    Jennifer accepts the gift from Alessandra, taking care as she opens it. "Oh," She breathes, a very human response. She had never owned something so delicate. It was beuatiful.
    "Beautiful." She voices after a moment of simply admiring the beauty. "Thank you, Sofia. " Jennifer states sincerely. "A swallowtail?" She hazards a glance to Ale.

    "It's good to see you." Jennifer greeted Helen. Dark eyes recognize the bravelet with a knowing look. "Thank you." Jennifer responds to the compliment regarding her site.
    Eyes lift to the high ceiling for a moment, turn around the ballroom. "I do love a chance for good conversation. " She inquires, looking between Helen and Chris.

    "Thank you all for coming to the Grand opening."
    Nosferatu Curse: Jennifer's voice withers like a snake sneaking through the grass, plummeted like an old man's nearing his demise.

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    Albert exited the taxi that had brought him to the Lotus and paid the driver. After leaving coat and hat at the wardrobe and as usual heralded by a wave of incense he slowly entered the room clad in a black dinner jacket with shawl lapels and matching trousers, a white dress shirt, a black bow tie and black shined Oxfords. The only elements not black and white were the cufflinks and shirt studs (silver with malachite green enamel) and the cummerbund in the same shade of green. With his briefcase in one hand, a cane in the other and visibly sickly pale he took a moment to catch his breath and then approached Jennifer and her guests already present.

    "A lovely location, this is. I thank you for inviting me. And a good evening to you all."


    He took a heavy-looking package out of his briefcase and handed it to her. Then he looked around for a place to sit down for a minute or two.

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    Goes by Jack.

    Educated, scholarly, lawyer, scientist.
    Jack's outward demeanor and tone are a baseline of respectful and calculated.

    He actively debates, persuades, negotiates and even at time tries to intimidate, as core skills of any lawyer worth his salt.

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    He gave a grin of his own as he accepted the captivating man's hand, "The pleasure is mine Chris, I'm Alex." His steel eyes traced down the gentleman's figure, "Nice suit. Is it tailored?" It was certainly a different take on paisley, but an alternative Alex seemed to like.

    "Hmm," he responded to the cursed voice and her question. "That is entirely up to you. If you have the flutes, I'll pop the cork."

    "Sofia, nice to see you," Alex offered a greeting. "That dress is quite stunning." Looking to Helen and Albert, "My name is Alex... a pleasure to meet you." Being unsure of any aliases for the two, he played it safe.


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    Crystal's Avatar
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    Nimbus

    Walls and the Floor become slightly tilted, there's a sickly sweet and sharp smell in the air. Faintly, the sound chains (and even fainter: the sound of leather) can be heard. More powerful spells make the sounds more pronounced and colors seem to pulsate.
    Active Stats

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    Health:
    Mana:
    WP:
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    Defense 2

    Vulgar +/-0
    Active Spells: 1/4
    Personal Spells: 1

    [2] Third Eye
    [4R] Misperception

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    Crystal took the compliments to his outfit with practiced, humble dignity. "Thanks. I've bought it, but it's adjusted slightly to fit me. You seem to know your way around a suit?"
    In an expected display of courtesy the Vampire admired all the gifts that she received. And although he should have been used to it by know, the slithering voice still creeped him out and was a stark juxtaposition to the pleasantries that were exchanged. In a way, he was sorry for her and her curse.

    More guests arrived to honor Jennifer's opening: there was a tattooed woman with a dangerous air around her. Crystal felt his heart beat heavily in his chest (although the guilty pleasure he partook in earlier might play their part in that) and it even skipped a beat as she addressed him. "Hey there." Somehow he didn't dare giving out even his fake-fake name. Suddenly champagne - any alcohol - sounded like a pretty great idea.
    Next came this woman he vaguely remembered from somewhere. To his defense, she seemed kinda forgettable so maybe he misremembering things. "Hey." The old man joining the group - too old to be interesting, even for Crystal's taste - was similarly greeted. He was here for Jennifer, so he was more than okay with her taking the spotlight.
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    Alessandra's Avatar
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    First thing you will notice about Ale is the abundance of her tattoos. They go from her face all the way to her feet, and not much is left bare. The second thing? Her strong Italian accent.

    Known as Sofia De Luca

    Gabriel, Ghoul
    Cain, Hell Hound
    Alessandra Scenes
     -2 Vitae for Blush of Life and Drink, 
     
     

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    Aside from the anger and snarls coming from her Beast at the weakness that dares approach, it was the shadows. Doing something not quite right when she looks away. Unsettling to say the least.

    Smiling, “Good evening, you’re looking stunning this evening.” Compliments the Savage.

    Jennifer seemed to shine in her moment, opening gifts and showing off months of hard work and dedication.

    “You’re most welcome.” Then a nod, “It is. A green swallowtail is said to bring positivity and good luck. It also brings love and abundance, which seemed fitting for such a wonderful occasion.” She was touched that Jennifer seemed to genuinely enjoy the gift.

    Albert was still relatively an unknown. One who had made mistakes, but one who seemed willing to accept them and overcome them.

    “Good evening.” She wasn’t sure what name is used among the cattle yet.

    A small nod, “Thank you Alex.” Using first names were…odd. But also freeing.

    Dark eyes move to the captivating kine, “Chris is it?” making sure she heard right, “Pleased to meet you, I’m Sofia.”

    Back to Jennifer, “This is a remarkable grand opening.”
    Alessandra Antinori │BP 6│Strong Italian Accent

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