[IC] RWBY Saga: Generations After Us

[KingofCool]

Pyro Arc

Location: Hallway
Nearby: Summer, Pheonix, Slate, Valentine
@Tags: KarenAKAMint

The moment SABL's door opened, he was met with the person he wanted to see in the first place. When he saw Summer, well... you know how your heart would usually skip a beat when you see someone you have feelings for? Well, Pyro's skipped about three beats. He never felt like this with Summer before... Wow... Maybe he really does like her.

The redhead opened his mouth to say something, only for his partner to grab his arm. "U-Uh?" He looked at his partner. "... Fine. We'll talk." He looked back at Summer. "Don't worry, Summer. Hopefully, this won't take long. After that, we'll talk, 'kay?"

Once he was brought back a little ways from SABL's door, Pyro looked at him, a somewhat miffed expression on his face. "Phoenix. This better be important. I wouldn't appreciate you wasting my time like thisif it's trivial." He was unable to hide the inkling of irritation in his voice. Not even the polite Pyro Arc can keep up his positive personality for long. He seemed to realize that he sounded rude, as his miffed expression changed to a regretful expression. "I... S-Sorry. I didn't mean to sound upset, Phoenix. What is it you want to tell me?"

 

[KarenAKAMint]

Phoenix Rose

Location: Hallway
Interacting: Pyro
Mention: Ophelia
@Tags: KingofCool The Suspicious Eye

Phoenix moved away from the dorm as he turned back to Pyro. When he snapped at Phoenix, it surprised him to say the least, which prompted to him responding with, "What crawled up you ass? I mean after what I have to say, it might be me." He looked at his team leader, one of many he would call a friend. Maybe not after what he had to tell him. "Okay... I need to tell you something, before you hear it from anyone else..." Phoenix started and took a deep breath before he continued, "I think I have feelings for Ophelia, no, I know I do. That's not all though... We kissed and it meant more then I would have ever imagine."

Nix held his breath as he waited for Pyro to respond. He waited to get yelled at. Be punched in the face. Hell, silence would have been to much for him. Whatever he got for this, would be worth it. Ophelia might be hiding something, maybe more then I think, but I know that she is worth fighting for to save. Now that he stands there waiting, he never through that he would make so many enemies with this relationship that is slowly blossoming.

 

[KingofCool]

Pyro Arc

Location: Hallway
Nearby: Phoenix, Summer, Valentine, Slate
@Tags: KarenAKAMint , Hibiscus

Pyro listened closely to what Phoenix had to say. Needless to say, he was surprised. His partner has feelings for the girl he liked. Well, the girl he used to like, but regardless. The redhead stared at him for a full minute. Then, to the male Rose twin's surprise, a smile grew on the leader's face.

"Well, then I'm happy for you two. It makes me smile to hear that you care about one another." Pyro said to his partner. If this had been at any time where Pyro still had feelings for Ophelia, then he would've been pissed, but understanding, and yet disappointed. But now, he was perfectly fine with it. After all, he wasn't interested in Ophelia anymore. There was a girl he cares for more than any other. However, he knew it would be a bad idea to tell his partner, who is her twin, that he likes her.

 

[KarenAKAMint]

Phoenix Rose

Location: Hallway
Interacting: Pyro and Summer
@Tags: KingofCool

"That's it?" Phoenix asked Pyro in shock, "What happened to the feelings you had for Ophelia two days ago? What changed you feelings so quickly?" Phoenix would have continued but the sight of Summer looking at them both made him stop. "What happened to your constant feelings of hatred with her?" Summer snapped at him, "Now you have feelings for her? I can't believe you! All this time you have pushed me away from being her friends. How could you!?"

Summer ran off leaving Pyro and Phoenix behind. Phoenix was about to chase after her, but Summer used her semblance to push him away. "Leave me alone!" Summer yelled back. The push was strong enough for him to be knocked down on the ground. "Sum! Let me explain!" As much as he tried to run to her, a wall of telekinetic energy blocked everyone from getting through. Phoenix got frustrated as he punched the wall, hurting his hand in the process. He cursed loudly from both the pain and the awful events that had happen after telling those important about Ophelia and himself.

 

[Brinni]

Saffron Auran Zephyr-Valkyrie

Location: Rooftops
Nearby: Summer Rose
@Tags: KarenAKAMint

Saffron had prepared for the party about ten minutes ago, then left the dorm room saying to Skyler and the rest of his team that he needed some air. Which was true, to an extent. Now, after his wanderings, he was on the roof, walking along the edge. For anyone else on this windy night, it would be a dance with Death. For him, it was just another Sunday night. The wind brought him no fear. Stopping and facing towards the rest of the campus, he looked up at the moon and smiled. As he stood there, his suit coat flapping in the breeze he sighed with contentment as he stretched his arms out.

Summer was furious and sad as she ran as fast as she could to the roof tops, wanting to get as close to the moon as she could. That was one of her escapes that she needed, especially after what she just learned from Phoenix. How could he just go against his own words? I could have been been Ophelia's friend, helped him to get to her, but no. I just had to listen to him. Summer burst through the door, tears were clearly on her face. She stopped in her tracks as she saw someone on the ledge of the rooftop, arms spread open. "Wait! Don't jump!" she called out as she reached out to him.

Saffron looked over his shoulder at the voice. He thought he had been alone up here. He turned to get a better look at the girl. She was pretty, that much was obvious. "No no. You misunderstand. I have no interest in going down to the ground, if anything I'd rather be up there." He motioned above him at the starry sky. "Or at least up in the mountains. I won't lie, it's beautiful in this spot, particularly with a pretty girl to enjoy it with. But back home, in the mountains if you look up in the right spot, in the right angle you could swear that you can touch the sky. Take a piece of the shattered moon and stick it in your pocket. In that spot, it feels like there's literally only you, the ground you're standing on, and the sky surrounding you. It's why I prefer to fly rather than walk when I go...well...anywhere I suppose. It reminds me of home."

He hopped down off the ledge and walked over towards the door. Reaching a hand out to her, he smiled. This was a softer, more genuine smile. It didn't look like the cocky grin that Skyler and the rest of his team were used to seeing at this point. "My name is Saffron. May I have the honor of your name?"

"Summer Rose, and you didn't interrupt anything. I was just trying to clear my head for a while..." She took his hand and shook it. "I've never gotten the chance to visit Mistral. My mother has told me plenty of stories about it though. There's a spot where my mother takes my brother and me to visit our grandmother. It almost gives the same effect you are talking about, when you visit at night." Summer looked up at the moon and continued, "I come up here to talk to her, my grandmother that is since the moon is all you can see on those cliffs." She turned to Saffron and game him a wide smile, "I don't think my version of flying is the same thing you feel, but when I'm on my bike, going at the highest speed I can go where I can still control it. It feels like I am flying. Especially when I don't wear my helmet. The air flowing through my hair. It's just so magical."

As he listened Saffron tilted his head. It was nice, not having to be the party guy for a change. He didn't even realize he hadn't let go of her hand as he looked up with her

"There's something about being in the air. For me, it's looking down at the people below. From up high people look like ants. So small, so fragile. Make you want to protect them you know? Because you know what people are capable of. The good they can bring about if you just keep them safe. It's what drew me to being a Huntsman."

As he talked, he got an idea in his head. One that some might call crazy, but for him it was totally normal.

"Would you like to? Fly I mean. Really fly. Where it's just you and the wind and nobody else...well I suppose there'd be me.

"Are you saying you have wings!" Summer got excited at the thought of flying. She didn't know him well enough to know what he really meant by that so the only thing she thought he could have meant was that he had wings. "I would love to fly!" she exclaimed, way too excited for her own good. Both her hands were holding his own hand and waited patiently to see wings, or really what he meant by flying.

Saffron chuckled. "I suppose I set myself up for that, given the feathers. But no, I don't have wings. What I do is far more interesting than that. Here, let me show you. All I ask is for a little trust."

He pulled her in and wrapped his arm around her waist. The wind increased around them and slowly the pair began to ascend. This was a little more showy than how he usually did it, but it worked. Normally he would just harden the air beneath his feet and walk through the air. Something about tonight though...it called for a bit of magic. The rose higher and higher until the roof was twenty feet below them...thirty...fifty. He stopped there and looked down at her. With a ripple and a shimmer, the sky beneath them solidified, invisible to the eye.

"There. Now that's the kind of view I like to see. As long as you stay within..." he did some quick calculations. Math wasn't his strong suit, until it came to flight. He always knew how long he could stay airborne and how far he could extend the "ground" "Six feet of me you'll be fine. We've got about fifteen minutes up here. You can even walk around."He let her go and took a step back from her to prove it to her. He'd only done this with a couple people before and they tended not to believe his words. "So? What do you think?"

"Sorry," she laughed, giving him a shy smile at the assumption. She looked up at his face as he pulled her into his arms and the wind began to pick up. Her hair was luckily in a high pony which kept it in place, well as best as it could. She ignored it as she just watched them come off the roof. Once they stopped, she backed a bit away from Saffron and looked down onto the campus. "This is amazing!" she exclaimed.

"Welcome to my world Miss Rose. Not many people get to experience things the way I do. Sure Atlas soldiers have their suits, but nothing matches feeling the wind whip across your body, the sighing of the breeze on your skin....or feathers" he said, wiggling his ears.

He looked down at the school below him then up at the girl above him. Tapping his phone, he brought up his music. Striking up a slower song he thought to himself Hmm. This is a good time for an experiment. This should work in theory. It does with whispers, though this might be a bit far.

"Care for a dance, Miss Rose?" He asked, snapping his fingers. As he did so the music grew louder as the wind carried the undispersed sound up to them, letting them hear it clearly.

Playfully she walked to the edge of the 6-feet and activated her own semblance to climb up a bit higher. The music from the party became louder all of a sudden as she looked back at Saffron. The moment he offered to dance, Summer was take away. No one had ever offered her to dance. Titan and Phoenix made sure of that, and now alone, she was able to get that dance she had ever wanted. Saffron was being such a nice distraction from what had just happened with her brother. With the invitation to the dance, she was hoping to dance with Pyro, but now she wanted to just stay far away ad she could. Nodding she took up his offer, coming back to him. "It would make me happy to have a dance with you," she extended her hand to him.

You know the lea~ves on the tre~es are falling, to the sou~nd of the breezes that blow~
Saffron pulled her in and they began to dance around the six foot circle. It was an easy song to keep time to. Faster than a waltz but slower than swing, the tune bumped out a steady foxtrot rhythm. He had them descend slowly, so that as the song faded out he dropped his Semblance and they dropped the last few millimeters.
"Thanks for the dance. It was delightful. Now if you'll excuse me..."
Saffron stepped up on top the ledge behind him without taking his eyes off Summer. He had made sure to deposit them like this. He may not be the party guy right now, but he is Saffron. And Saffron always loved a good show.

"I have a grand exit to make." With a mischievous gleam in his eye he leaped backwards and plummeted. He sliced the air beneath him to fall faster and then created an updraft to help him land safely. Looking up from the ground, he waved at Summer before walking back inside the school.

Summer dashed over to the ledge as he watched him fall. She was too high up, and his speed was too quick for her to use her semblance to catch him. It wasn't a surprise that he would land it, but it was still new for her. He waved back at Saffron as he walked away. Summer watched him for a bit before deciding to go back to the door, planning to go back to her dorm. Deciding against it she took a page in Phoenix's book, and hid away in the shadows as best as she could.

 

[KingofCool]

Pyro Arc

Location: Rooftops
Nearby: Summer
@Tags: KarenAKAMint

"Summer!" Pyro decided to go after her. However, he lost her after a minute. Dang it... Where are you, Summer!? I need to talk with you... The redhead continued his search. After a little bit, he made it to the rooftops. Where is she...? I've looked everywhere... The redhead just so happened to look up... and what he saw broke his heart. ... W... Wha...? He saw Summer, the girl he just realized he had feelings for... was dancing with someone else. ... B... But... But... ... Tears start to form in his eyes. Why...? He kept watching, the tears now flowing freely down his face.

 

[The Suspicious Eye]

Location: Hallway to school entrance/party area
Nearby: Grey, Ren Torchwick
@Tags: Well I guess me...

Ophelia Shayama & Grey SchneeMaking her way down the halls of Beacon Ophelia sighed as she listened to her guest complain on her tardiness. “Hold on I’ll be there soon and don’t try to hit on any of the students.” When she didn’t hear a answer she looked at her scroll and saw her home screen he hung up on me! Picking up the pace she stormed down the halls only increasing the amount of poisonous blood running through her veins. Ignoring everything for the moment she focused on making her way to the front door.

From a adjacent corner a tall man with grey hair stepped into the main hallway and looked at Ophelia with inquisitive eyes. “Oh, good evening Ms. Shayama was it.” Grey said in a inquisitive and two faced tone.

Ophelia slowed her pace to a stop and turned around to look at Grey. “Mr. Schnee.” She turned back around about to leave when Grey spoke up again.

“I actually wanted to talk to you.” Grey spoke in a calm cool tone.

“I’m sorry I don’t really have any time right…” Waving him away.

"You see I’ve grown quite a interest in the case of your father’s assassination.”

Ophelia stopped and faced him yet again. “What?”

“Yes it was such a strange case that I just couldn’t help but get invested in. I’ve found out quite some curious facts about it, Ms. Shayama.” Grey’s cold eyes flashed with a predatory shimmer that put Ophelia on edge. “It is especially curious on how quickly the case was closed after your mother and you inherited the family business. It’s recently seen lots of activity lately.”

“We’re expanding. And the police closed the case of my father, Mr. Schnee.” Ophelia said her eyes narrowing at the older Schnee. What is his game? Does he know who I really am or is he just poking for answers? Either way Ophelia knew she had to leave this conversation quickly. “And as I said I am quite busy…"

“Then we can walk and chat. It seems we’re headed in the same direction.” Grey motioned for her to walk ahead, matching her pace. “So Ms. Shayama, you are just as curious as your father’s death. You were a shut in before his death and then after you were a social butterfly. Charities and actively participating in company business it’s almost as if you are a completely different person.”

Ophelia didn’t laugh, “my mother needed me. I helped however I can. That’s what you do for family. Something that you clearly don’t understand.” A cruel smile grew on her face, “tell me how is your younger brother Mr. Schnee?”

The two reached the front entrance of the school where the party was almost completely set up. Standing next to the stage was a tall handsome man with flaming orange hair and emerald eyes, completely surrounded by girls cooing over him. Ophelia rolled her eyes as she saw her guest for the evening doing exactly what she told him not to. Looking back to Grey she smiled, “It seems that this is where we part ways Mr. Schnee.”

A car was parked a few paces away from the party waiting for Grey to arrive. Nodding Grey looked at her coldly, “You’re right, to think Summer is almost here, soon Fall will be revealed." and yet a sinister smile crept on his face. “I hope you’ve prepared for it Ms. Shayama. Or is that someone else?” Giving a soft chuckle Grey walked to his car and got in, driving deep into Vale’s city.

Ophelia clenched her shaking hand as Grey said his final words she didn’t know what to do. Giving a deep sigh she didn’t have time to go after him. Making her way to the party she looked around at what the workers had done. It looked absolutely stunning. It nearly made her forget that she was slowly being poisoned by her blood. However, seeing the crowd of girls gushing over the man in the center. And who wouldn't gush at the celebrity in their midst? Leaning sexily against the stage was the pop sensation, rising star male solo artist Ren. Having left the popular boy-band Cinders Ren rose to became extremely popular, changing the Torchwick name into one of admiration.

"Oh my god, I can't believe Ren Torchwick is here at our school!"
"I know he's so handsome!!"
“Oh, you think I’m handsome?”
“Yes very handsome.”
“You love my work?”
“We love everything you do”
“You love me?”
“Yes we love you!"

Frowning she stepped her way through the crowd of girls and covered the handsome man’s mouth stopping from talking. Looking at the other girls she gave a soft smile. “Sorry girls he needs to preserve his voice for the show.” Leading him away from prying eyes the man Reinheart, Ren, Torchwick smiled and took Ophelia’s hand kissing it gently and pulling her close.

“I though you’d never come dearest.”

Ophelia glared at him, “don’t talk to me. I know your game.”

“No game here,”he twirled her around and ran his hand down her side as he lifted her ear up to his lips. His eyes flashed with allure as he whispered sweetly into her ear. “But I can see it you are close to death Ophelia.”

Ophelia instantly felt weak against him. Her breathing shallow she was able to utter out a soft, “stop.”

However Ren didn’t listen, “You look so tired.” Ophelia’s eyelids felt heavy and her body light as if she were to fall asleep. “You need your medicine.” Sliding his hand into her jacket pocket he pulled out a syringe of red liquid and Ophelia grew scared.

“No, you can’t. Ren…” Ophelia wearily pleaded only to be stopped by his voice.

“Shhh. You still have work to do. Now sleep.” Ophelia fainted as Ren slowly pricked her skin and injected the liquid within her. Her heart beat slowly and steadily lead to a stop, only to begin to sped up rapidly faster than any normal human. Color returned to her cheeks and she let out a soft groan. Ren smiled and whispered again. “Rest now. You’ll forget this when you wake up.”

A limo arrived up to the entrance and parked next to the handsome celebrity and unconscious woman. The door opened and his band mates came out and someone in black stilettos slid over in the empty limo and looked at Ren. Golden eyes piercing at him she pointed to Ophelia, “Give her to me.”

The man complied and placed Ophelia in the car and smiled at the beautiful woman. “How about a kiss my love?”

A blade was placed to his throat and the woman gave a cruel smile. “You can kiss my blade if you’s like. It’ll be the last thing you do.” After he gulped, she pulled the blade away and closed the car door. Pulling Ophelia close she let her rest on her shoulder as the woman looked at the dress she’d picked for her. Pulling out her phone Dagger called a number, “It is done.”

 

[Brinni]

Cherry

Location: BRSS Dorm
Nearby: BRSS

Cherry skipped her way into the dorm, leading her bruised, battered, and busted team. Pirouetting in the common room she turned to face her friends. "Right, if you want, go ahead and get a few hours’ sleep because we’re gonna have a party tonight! And all the teams are invited! I think it's the perfect thing to cheer us up from that mission. Plus it'll be a good way to celebrate everyone coming back from their missions alive. I mean...we had some close calls and rumors are some of the others got hurt. So lifted spirits will do us all some good Philly, I'm putting you in charge of decorations and entertainment. Slate, if you don't mind could you go invite the other teams? I'll handle the food and drinks. Silver you..." She shivered at the glare she got. "Go rest that arm. Oh and Slate...try not to get too distracted by the pretty girls...or boys...Whatever. I don't judge. That'd be pretty silly to judge you, considering I like both. Now… I've got a cake to start baking! Oh this is gonna be so fun." She turned around and giggled, going towards the kitchen.

Slate followed Cherry into the team dorm, noticing the colored name of their team on the front. Despite the truly grueling task they were put through, and the disappointment to the end, Cherry still led with a bounce in her step. By this point Silver was subdued enough to Slate's presence to allow his arm under hers for support.


Entering the door Slate wanted to beeline towards his room, but was stopped with directions from his partner. "A party?" Slate titled his head as he released Silver's body, "I..." He thought for a minute before deciding arguing would be more work then just giving out the invitations.


"Sure Cherry, no problem." Slate gave a salute, rolling his eyes slightly, but smiling none the less. With that he placed Silver down on the couch, her body and mind seemingly exhausted. From the days in the wilderness, the youngest of the team seemed to be obliterated. Slate smiled at the three girls before heading to the other doors in the dorm hall, inviting each team one by one.

Following behind Slate she looked worriedly over Silver to a point that she completely ignored her own internal ailments. Ophelia was pale, much more than usual she'd used too much of her blood fighting off horde after horde of Grimm for that bastard. She had some strong words to say next time she spoke to her family. Getting a blanket for Silver she was listening to Cherry talk about a party. Smiling softly to herself she couldn't believe how up beat cherry was sometimes. Her attention returned to Silver as she watched the girl fall asleep Ophelia stroked the small girl's head and let out a soft sigh.


Watching Slate run off to invite the others, Ophelia looked to Cherry who was already off in the kitchen. "Well I guess I can't say no." She placed her hand on her side and winced a bit before pulling out her phone and calling her mom. She had a idea on who she could invite for entertainment, "hey Mom I have a party emergency can you bring some equipment to Beacon?" Pulling her ear away from the excited shouting on the other end Ophelia waited until she calmed down before continuing. "Don't go overboard mom, it's a normal party to lift spirits and I only need decorations and a stage for preforming...no I'm not singing... because I don't sing anymore...yes...yes...I know...just something normal...alright I'll meet the outside...go to your meeting...love you too mom."


Looking over to Cherry she called out, "I've got decorations on the way. I need to step out for a moment take care of Silver for me."


Leaving she pulled out a different phone she had in her cleavage. Calling a blocked number she smiled, "hey you owe me a favor."


Cherry gave a wave to Ophelia before going back to mixing the third bowl of cake mix. "This three layer, three flavor cake is gonna be great. Hmm...the base will be vanilla frosting and the chocolate cake but I'll add in orange food coloring to the frosting. The middle layer will be...ooh! Blueberry! With yellow colored frosting. And the last will be strawberry with white buttercream."

Spoiler: Slate Black: Messanger Boy and Party Inviter Extraordinaire

• CROC
• SEAS
• PRWI
• SABL

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  Slate left the room with little doubt in his abilities to get the teams to come to the party, but more confusion of the purpose of the party. They made it back, bruised and battered with little fulfillment overall. Not to mention the truly worrisome Silver, or at least he should be worried. Looking back at the door, the four letters of their names coloring in the BRSS logo on their door. Just think of it as PR, four years of it. Slate shook his head, rolling his shoulders back and straightening his collar. Taking long strides, Slate found himself in front of CROC's door in only a few steps.
  
  
  Knocking gently on the door, Slate put on his smile and shimmer in his eyes. The smile was genuine, the shimmer not so much, as Slate wanted to see his brother. Despite the nature of his upbringing and eventual job, Croc could usually be a real release for Slate. I need to get some alone time with him, I know it would do me some good. With that Slate's persona came to full, just in case his brother didn't answer the door. "Hello, it's Slate Black." Slate called in, the voice deep, but soft in its approach.
  
  
  Bruno came the door and opened it. "Hello Mr. Black. I don't think we've had the pleasure of meeting. I'm Bruno Port." Bruno said with his hand out trying to make a good first impression.
  
  
  "Hey is that Slate?" Croc said coming out of his room and heading to the door. "Slate hows it going bro, what brings you here?" Croc added.
  
  
  "So this is your brother Croc" Bruno asked.
  
  
  "Yep this is my big brother" Croc added.
  
  
  Looking up from his scroll Cirrus poked his head into view and looked up at the taller teen. "Hey there Slate!" He said brightly, happy to see him again but worried about stepping on Croc's toes again. "Did you want to come in or are we not going any further than hovering on the doorstep today?"
  
  
  Slate saw the door open and the broad man in its place, "Nice to meet you as well." Slate took Bruno's hand, getting a read just from the firm handshake and callouses that seemed to dominate the instrument. Slate's eyes gave the man a cursory glance up and down, but never let the polite smile leave his expression. Although he would have preferred to ask questions about Bruno, the distraction of Croc's voice came from further in the dorm. Seeing Croc made Slate bring his hand up in a wave, sincerely grinning at seeing the boy. "Big brother, mentor, and caretaker when he gets caught pick pocketing," Slate chuckled lightly, the jab at his brother refreshing to their home. The jab become more of a punch upon further thought of home.
  
  
  Recovering Slate glanced over to Cirrus' know visible head, remembering his past exchange. "Hello Cirrus, wonderful to see you as well." Slate said with a roll of his shoulders and shimmer of his eyes. The chuckle came back out, "No no, I'm actually here on team business and have a few more to tend too as well." Slate took out of his pocket one of the letters he made, "Team BRSS is hosting a party tonight for everyone successfully coming back from their missions." He gave Bruno the letter, giving a cursory glance to his watch before awaiting their reply.
  
  
  Bruno smiled happily with how polite Slate was, especial compared to his brother, Croc. "A party" Bruno said looking at the letter. "Well sounds like a good time to me" Bruno said nodding his head.
  
  
  Croc sighed when Slate talked about him being Croc's mentor and caretaker. ...I'm just as much a caretaker to you as you are to me... mr.actor... Croc thought to himself before Slate brought up them having a party. "A party? Sounds fun. It maybe a good chance for you to get a guy or girl for yourself, because already your little brother has girlfriend" Croc said with a sharp tooth grin to his brother.
  
  
  Her ears picked up the conversation, somehow her hearing was much better as if her rabbit ears were back to normal. Io cracked her door and peeked out at the others as she heard talking. Staring at them all she refused to open the door any wider. "I...I don't think I can attend." She glanced back to the inside of her room. "I...I should probably stay here...." Io really wanted to go, but something was wrong and she didn't know what. She was scared and the last thing she wanted to do was bother her teammates. "I have to clean my room...."
  
  
  Smiling wider at Slate's acknowledgement Cirrus found himself caught up in his strangely gleaming eyes again and hoped the slight heat he felt creeping into his cheeks didn't show up too clearly on his pale skin. "A party is it? Sounds like fun!" He managed to keep up his light tone although his smile slipped for a moment at the mention of the missions, as far as the other teams were concerned Team CROC's had been a heroic success and the idea of spending an evening surrounded by people talking about it almost made him back out.
  
  
  Hearing Iola speak up he watched her nervously try to decline the invitation and made a mental note to try and speak to the nervous faunus later. "Well it's not like it's RSVP required is it Slate? Plenty of time to decide."
  
  
  He also decided that he at the very least would turn up to the party if only to represent his team. Besides it would be nice to hang out with his cousins regardless and he might get the chance to speak with Slate without worrying about getting between him and Croc, or Sage could be there. Frowning he realised he hadn't considered what he would do if the two students who had caught his eye were in the same place.
  
  
  Slate smiled politely to Bruno, showing his gratitude that the man was coming to the party. Turning his attention to his brother Slate noticed the toothy grin that came with some cocky comment. Upon hearing girlfriend or boyfriend, Slate was happy for the out besides talking of his romances on the campus. "I'm glad you found someone, I'll have to meet them soon enough." The older brother looked Croc in the eyes, a sincere grin with their glance. 'Perhaps I should tell Croc about Cherry... Or Ophelia, best to leave it alone. Slate looked at Cirrus, noting one of his other romantic advances. 'And of course, flirting at his team leader didn't help in that are either.' Slate realized the predicament that was building fast, taking a deep breath and deciding to work it out as it went along.
  
  
  The semblance of Slate had seen the fourth member in her room long before she made herself visible to the rest, but hearing her plea brought on a small grimace. It faded as quick as it came, the smile returning with Cirrus' response. "Of course, take all the time you need. But it'll be in," Slate paused, "I actually don't think my teammates told me where it'll be." Bringing his hand behind his head in embarrassment, Slate looked down at Cirrus with a sly grin. "I'll give you a text when I find out." Slate looked down at his watch, before turning to walk down the hallway to the next team. "I hope to you all there!"
  
  
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  Slate gave a final wave to Team CROC's room, waiting for the door to close behind him. Exhaling softly, Slate caught his bearings before walking further towards the next dorm room. Croc seemed happy, and apparently not single. Maybe I need to look for somebody. Slate stopped a few steps from the door, quelling his thoughts before moving again. He didn't want to think of his wants or needs, Just the objective... Slate knocked on the door, taking his usual stance to show off his posture, body, and polite smile. Out of all the teams, SEAS was one he hadn't collected any information on; First impressions, important with women and intel gathering.
  
  When the door would open, Slate would smile to whoever was gracious enough to let him in. "Hello, sorry to bother you," Bringing his hand forward with the envelope, "Team BRSS is having a party tonight, I was wondering if you would join us?"
  
  
  Skyler was reading one of the many novels he mother had helped bring into her dorm when someone was at the door. She waited to see if anyone would answer it, but when no one did, she sighed and walked out of her room. There stood a tall man with grey colored hair. "Hello there," Skyler took the envelope from him. She took a moment to look at it before returning her attention to the stranger, "I will definitely ask my team, but I am down for a party. Knowing Saf, he would love to tag along as well. Oh, I didn't get your name. Mine's Skyler." She offered him her hand and gave him one of her smiles that she had gotten used to using when it came to making a good impression.
  
  Sage appeared from behind his cousin. He didn't open the door to strangers but this one was chiseled and many other things. Sage couldn't take his eyes off him but then an image of Cirrus popped through his head. He had to stay loyal to his future husband. Then he remembered what the guy said,"A party? Team Croc is gonna be there right? If so I'll go and I'm Sage. Schafer will p-probably want to go too so you guys got yourselves another team" Sage then slipped by the boy to find team CROC but said a message to Sky before he left,"Schafer's asleep so shhhh". Then Sage took his leave to Cirrus's dorm.
  
  
  Saffron's ears perked up hearing the door knock from his room. Quietly he moved to the door frame listening to the conversation. At the word party he rushed over to the main door. "Forget about his name Sky, you can flirt later! I'll make sure to give you some pointers, unless you've somehow gotten the hang of it in the last few months. Party? I'm in. When and where?"
  
  
  Slate took his precautionary glance at the new person, studying their outer appearance and aura. Noting the girl, Slate wondered if he recognized her from somewhere. The facial features, and eyes, maybe from his past. Slate took her hand, motioning to bring it to his lips before a man burst through his dorm to the door frame. Slate paused his attempt, moving the hand down and opting for a softer handshake instead. The two men were almost polar opposites, from appearances and actions. "As far as the location, that's a mystery even to me." Slate brought his hand behind his head, chuckling lightly, "My teammates told me that when the party starts, you'll know. But I'll send a text whenever I find out.".
  
  
  Slate looked down at the deer faunus, meeting his eyes with softness instead of his usual intense gaze. "I'm happy you all are coming," Slate felt his pocket at the last two envelopes, "I don't want to be rude, but I have another one of these invitations to deliver." Stepping back from the doorway, the messenger boy turned to head down the hall to his next destination. Before he did so, Slate turned back to the girl in the door frame. "I'm sorry, nearly forgot my name." Slate smiled gently, "Slate Black, leader of Team BRSS. Hope to see you there.". The invitation was directly to the girl, the assembled glimmer meeting her gaze. With that Slate gave a wave before walking down the hallway.
  
  
  Skyler waved at Slate as he left and as soon as he did, she closed the door and faced her best friend. With a look on her face that yelled, 'what the hell where you thinking,' she crossed her arms and arched her eyebrow at him. "Wow... what a wingman you are..." she said a bit offended at her friend, "Expect me to cock block you the entire party." With that, she opened the envelope and read through it. It was just repeating what Slate had told them, so she entered her room and got ready for the party.
  
  
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  Slate felt his pocket, two more invites waiting for their purpose. Waving once again, Slate watched as the Team SEAS door closed. They were an interesting bunch. Slate thought of each of the 'unique' members, mostly of the weapon's teacher daughter. Some were faces he didn't recognize, which made the meeting all the more important. I should gather more information on the daughter, and the bird faunus. Something valuable may be there. Slate stopped in the hallway, a few feet away from his next objective.
  
  
  'This thinking is necessary, it's important. The party and these meetings are to evaluate.' Slate attempted to convince himself, knowing the party would bring a slew of challenges. More people to convince, to understand, to manipulate, 'but to what end?' Reaching the door, Slate returned to his routine. Roll the shoulders, flattering stance, and a shimmer in the eyes; knocking on the door with confidence. "Hello, I'm Slate Black from team BRSS."
  
  
  Phoenix was a smiling fool as he walked back to his dorm. He could still feel her in his arms. He never saw these feeling coming, but deep down, he enjoyed it. He turned the corner to find Slate, standing outside his dorm. Ophelia did say about a party going on tonight. He walked over to him, hand in his pockets and called out, "Hey Slate! How's the party prep going?"
  
  
  Jade opened the door, having just woken from a nap. Standing in shorts and a tank top she eyed the man standing in the hallway. Tall, muscled, attractive. Were it not for Pyro, not to mention the rest of her team, as well as a few others she'd almost think it a requirement. She sighed. "Beauty and brawn usually means no brain though" she muttered. She smiled. "Heya. Jade Wukong of PRWI. What can we do for you and BRSS?"
  
  
  Slate waited for the door to open, thumbing the envelope in his hand. Before the door could open, one of the residents approached from behind. Looking at the man, Slate recognized the face as Phoenix Rose. Formal introductions were never done between the two, and thus first impressions were in order. Though his response gave tell that Phoenix knew more of Slate than vice versa. "Going well, I'm glad to hear word is travelling fast." Slate turned slightly to face Phoenix, giving a polite grin as he did so. "Who told you, another team or has one of my teammates underestimated my ability as a messenger boy?" Slate chuckled, listening to the response before turning to the door.
  
  
  "It's nice to meet you, Jade." Slate held out his hand, extending the envelope to the girl. "Team BRSS is throwing a party for all the teams coming back from successful missions. We'd be happy for PRWI to join us." Looking Jade up and down, noting as she did the same. I wonder if she's as entranced as the rest of them. Smiling, Slate waited for a response and perhaps the rest of the team to appear.
  
  
  Phoenix was about to answer Slate, but as soon as Jade opened the door, he paused. He looked over at his partner as she looked at Slate in a way that felt a bit invasive to even be in the same vicinity as them. "I don't know about Pyro, but I think we should attend," he announced and looked back and forth between the two, but then landed on Jade as he continued, "Unless you have something else to do?" Phoenix leaned in the doorway beside Jade and crossed his arms. "Oh," Phoenix finally remembered to answer Slate's answer, "Ophelia told me in passing." He knew the moment he went back into the dorm with Jade, she might ask him about it, but he wasn't going to hide it from her.
  
  
  Jade's eyebrow raised slightly at the new information. Glancing quickly down at one hand then back up at the pair. "No, I don't think I have anything else for tonight. But you never know, my memory isn't the best. A party sounds great. Thanks for the invite Slate." Her hand, meanwhile quickly signed Guess we have some talking to do. She took the invite from Slate's hand and went back inside. "Maybe see you there then Slate" she called back.
  
  
  Pyro was currently in his room, reading a book with his door open ajar. He was wearing his casual clothing, which was just a white shirt and red shorts. He was sitting at his bed when he heard the conversation just outside his room. A... A party? Pyro thought to himself. When he saw Jade grab her invite, that was when he walked out. His blue eyes glanced over at Slate. "Hey, um... I don't think we've ever been formally introduced to one another. I'm Pyro Arc." The redhead introduced himself. "So... I heard some talk about a party. You don't happen to have an invite for me, do you?" He asked. He has never really been to a party before. He was invited at his previous school, sure, but he usually turned them down so that he could study for an upcoming test. But now, he decided that he wanted to go to this party. He wanted to have fun instead of study for once.
  
  
  Slate's expression matched Jade, surprised by the information as well. Just as Jade wanted to talk with Phoenix, Slate was already wondering what to ask Ophelia. "I'm glad she's taking some of the work off my shoulders," Slate shrugged, but his eyes provided the prying glance at their meeting. If Jade had that reaction from it, then perhaps there was more to it. Turning back to Jade, Slate smiled gently. "I'll be looking forward to seeing you there," Tilting his head past the girl, Slate saw their team leader. Pyro Arc, I've heard some talk you're just like Jaune compared to his better half. Deciding to withhold the sneer building, Slate grinned at the man.
  
  
  "Nice to meet you Pyro, I'm Slate Black." Taking his hand in his, Slate attempted to put pressure on the hand to show the dominant nature of the leader. When he released his hand Slate pointed to the envelope in Jade's hand, "It's a team invitation, we hope the entire team will join us.". Taking a glance at his watch, Slate used it as his excuse to move further down the hall. "Hope to see you all there, Team PRWI." Giving a final wave, Slate continued down to Team SABL's dorm room to continue the process.
  
  
  "Heh, it's nice to meet you too, Slate." Pyro shook Slate's hand, noting the dominant nature of his handshake. He smiled when he heard that it was a team invitation. When Slate left, he politely waved. "See ya there, Slate!"
  
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  Slate hurried to that last door, wondering if he would be reprimanded for his slow time by Cherry or Ophelia. I doubt Ophelia will have anything to say, considering she apparently helped deliver the message. Slate pondered what "In passing" could have meant, but he thought it just coincidence. Coming to the door of team SABL, Slate knocked and put on the picture perfect smile. This is the other Rose child, along with the giant Titan.
  
  Slate felt the two emotions of giddy at seeing the boxing partner and of cautiousness of his business here, To observe and collect information. "Hello, it's Slate Black from Team BRSS." Slate spoke to the door, "I have an invitation for Team SABL." With that he held out the envelope and waited patiently.
  
  Summer was in the middle of making dinner as she heard someone at the door. "I'm coming! Give a minute!" she called out as she lowered the heat on the stove and walked away from it. She was still wearing her apron when she opened the door. "Oh, a party!" Summer exclaimed, her eyes becoming brighter as she looked at the tall man, "Val! You up to going to a party!?" For a moment, the light sound of cooking was only heard along with the sound of running water. "I guess she's taking a shower. I dought Titan and Onyx would come by, due to their injuries. Val and I will come in their name as well. Thanks, Slate!" Summer was about to get back to cooking when she turned back to the tall man, "If you are done with invites, I am making dinner. There's plenty for you if you want to join us in a bit."
  
  Val sighed in relaxation. Oh yeah... After that mission, I really needed this shower. Speaking of the mission, I really need to clean my shoes. They got dirty because of that damn mud. The brunette thought to herself as she washed her long hair. She smiled as she knew she had been in here for about 20 minutes. In her opinion, 20 minutes in the shower was all she would need to be fully clean. Just as she was about to turn off the running water, she heard her BFF call out that there was a party. "A party? Interesting." She mumbled to herself as turned off the shower and grabbed a towel to dry herself off. After doing that, she grabbed her nearby bathrobe and put it on, as well as putting on her bath slippers. She opens her bathroom door and changed into her casual clothes, being a silky brown top and light brown shorts. After changing, she walked out of her room and looked at Summer. "I heard you calling out while I was in the shower. What was that about a party?" As she said that, she took notice of Slate. Hey, I recognize him. Isn't he on the same team as that blue-haired bimbo?
  
  Slate watched the door open to a small girl in an apron, smiling up at him. "I'm glad to hear that you'll come, but I'm sorry the other two can't join us." Slate feigned sadness, empathy to their teammates plight. At the invitation to join them for dinner, Slate wondered if he should. Although delivering the invites had gone faster than he supposed, Slate worried about how Cherry and Ophelia were coming along; as well as if Silver was feeling any better. Observe, collect, and manipulate. Slate wondered why he had to keep reminding himself over and over again, "I'd love to join you.".
  
  
  As Slate stepped into the dorm, he noticed the other teammate enter the kitchen area. "Team BRSS is throwing a party for everyone making it back safe," Slate sighed after saying it, "Although I'm sad Titan won't be joining us. Glad I got to spar him before his injuries, nice to find such a strong combatant with some humility." Slate nearly chuckled to himself at the remark. With that Slate began to set the table for three, knowing were the pre-stocked kitchen ware was in the cupboards. "I hope you don't mind me helping, I wouldn't feel right if I didn't." Glancing at Summer and Val, Titan did his best to flex and smolder when he could.
  
  Of course, the flexing and smoldering didn't affect Val. After all, she had a boyfriend that she found more attractive. "A party, huh? I'm in!"

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  PARTY TIME! The clock has struck nine. The invites said that there was no dress code for the party, so everyone is free to dress as fancy or casual as they would like. The party location is out in front of Beacon Academy. A grand stage has been erected and a crowd has already begun to gather at it. Pop sensation Ren and his band have just started playing on of their songs. Towards the eastern side of the field are long tables laden with all kinds of food and drinks, including a three layered cake colored like candy corn and decorated with fondant spiders, pumpkins and other Halloween iconography. The few teachers present, including the weapons teacher Sharp and the Remnant History teacher Auburn are keeping an eye over the drinks so students do not attempt to spike them. If asked how a party of this size is even allowed to happen, they simply respond with "Well the headmaster has always been a bit... fanciful."

 

[KingofCool]

Pyro Arc

Location: Party
Nearby: Val
@Tags: KarenAKAMint

The redhead sighs sadly. He was one of the first people to come to the party, and he was standing alone with his depressed thoughts. What he had seen a few hours prior pretty much destroyed his self-esteem. He really liked Summer, and seeing her dancing with someone else earlier... He didn't know what to do.

Pyro had decided to come in a black tuxedo outfi consisting of a red necktie, a white undershirt, a black suit, black pants and black dress shoes. Suddenly, a familiar voice filled his ears.

"Hey Pyro!" It was Val, her hair tied into a neat ponytail, and wearing a long fancy brown dress with brown heels. She also had a golden bracelet and a jewel necklace. She looked at the team leader, her expression full of confusion and a hint of concern. "Why aren't you out there having fun? Is something wrong?"

Pyro sighed. He might as well tell Val. "Yeah, something is wrong. But, I want to keep our voices low. I don't want anyone eavesdropping..."

"Oh. Right." The beautiful brunette said in a more quiet voice. "So, what's going on?"

"I... I like Summer. As... As more than just a friend."

Val was stunned silent. She wanted to cheer wildly from excitement, but she wanted to keep her voice down. So instead, she said, "You... You like Summer? Really? But I thought you liked Ophelia? Why the sudden change?" She asked, legitimately curious as to why he liked Summer now. She listened intently as the redhead sigh and began to explain.

"I... I don't know. A little while ago, I was going to go hang out with Ophelia. All I could think about was her beauty. But... that was it. The only reason why I really liked her was... because of her looks. I realized how shallow it was and, after a few hours of thinking, I thought to myself that... maybe Ophelia and I just... aren't meant to be. I felt a little saddened by this realization, and found myself thinking of how Summer could comfort me. That was when... something changed inside of me. I thought about how truly amazing Summer is... She's pretty, thoughtful, an amazing team leader, an impressive fighter, kind, caring, smart... then I realized... I realized that the one I truly want is Summer. That's why I was acting kinda weird around her during the mission. I just... I really care about her... But I don't think she feels the same way. Earlier today, I found her on the rooftops, and... she was dancing with that guy... I think Saffron was his name... It only meant one thing... That the one she wants, isn't me..."

Val listened closely to his explanation. She felt her heart warm up at how romantic this was. But that little moment stopped when she heard the last part. Her face was full of disbelief. "Wait. Wait wait wait. You... think she likes Saffron? No way. I'm about 100% sure she doesn't feel that way about him. Which means that you still have a shot with her."

As Pyro heard this, his sad mood was immediately lifted up, and a bright smile appeared on his face. "Really? That's great! ... Wait." He suddenly said. "Aren't Titan and Phoenix coming to this party? There's no way I can ask Summer out while they're with her."

A small silence occurred, and a metaphorical light bulb appeared above her head. "Don't worry, Pyro... I've got a plan."

 

[KarenAKAMint]

Phoenix Rose

Location: Party
Nearby: Pyro, Val, Sharp, and Auburn
Mentioned: Jade, Summer, and Ophelia
@Tags: KingofCool Brinni @The Suspicious Eye

Phoenix wasn't sure how Pyro was able to get through the telekinetic wall that Summer put up to stop anyone and everyone from walking through, but he did. He knew it would take a bit for her to cool off, and Jade was upset with him about lying. I didn't want this to happen this way... but I didn't want it to happen at the party as well. Phoenix walked into his room and sat on his bed, his face in his hands as he tried to think of a way to fix everything he had did in a matter of moments. All he could go off was his past experience with Summer, so he just got up and got ready for the party, allowing Jade sometime before he would be able to apologize to her.

Dressed in his black suit and dark red dress shirt, he walked into the party. He didn't really know if it was a formal party or not, but knowing Ophelia, she might have wanted him to dress up a bit. He noticed Pyro talking to Val at the entrance, but he was to focus on Summer and Jade to think about what to tell him. The way that he has been reacting to Summer has been weird to just be a friend thing, but he didn't want to push his usual suspicion for a while. Instead, he walked to the punch bowl where both Professor's Sharp and Auburn were talking to each other. He just nodded at them before getting his drink.

You would think that the host of the party would be here to great their guest... He stood off to the side, looking toward the entrance as he waited to see any of the three ladies that have been in his mind. The music was okay, but then again he wasn't into the whole boy band thing. He was more into the indie style of music where he can just relax to it. "I feel out of place here..." he sighed as he continued to keep to himself.


Summer Rose

Location: Party
Nearby: Valentine, Pyro, and Skyler
Mentioned: Saffron
@Tags: KingofCool Brinni

Summer just stood in her hiding spot for a bit, wanting to allow a bit of time to head back to her dorm and get ready for the party. She couldn't get rid of the perfect dance that she had with Saffron. It cooled her head to not even care about what Phoenix was doing with his life. He's clearly doing what he wants, so why can't I do what I want as well. "Oh my god! Pyro want to talk to me!" she remembered as she ran out of her spot and started to make her way back to her room.

Dressed in a white and gold dress, she walked into the party, enjoying the many fairy lights that adorned the area. It was so magical as she walked through the entrance. "Val!" she called out to her, "We need to talk! NOW!" Summer ran in her short heels and hooked her arm in Val's, pulling her away from Pyro. "I promise I will be right back Pyro! I just need to have a quick girl talk with Val!" She gave Pyro a quick smile before facing Val.

"You would not believe what just happened to me!" Summer exclaimed to her best friend. "It was just so magical!" she continued and then remembered Saffron and his handsome appearance, which only made her blush at the thought. "Do you know a Faunus named Saffron? Well, he was just the nicest and romantic guy I have ever met! I wonder if he's going to be here." As soon as she looked around, a new face came up to the two of them as she asked, "Are you talking about the same Saffron, that I know of? Because Saf is nothing close to nice and romantic..."

Spoiler: Outfit

Skyler Eden Sharp

Location: Party
Interacting: Val and Summer
Mentioned: Saffron
Tags: Brinni KingofCool

Skyler was in her dorm, adding her finishing touches to her hair and makeup before heading over to the party. He hair down, like always, and her makeup was light with the exception of her eyeliner and lips. It has been years since she had sneaked out to go out clubbing, so having an invite to a party was the next best thing. I wonder if mom would like to come to the club with me... she wondered as she added her many ear piercings into place.

Approving of her outfit, she walked out of her room, the clicking of her heels announcing her presence for her. "If anyone is still here, I am head ahead!" she called out and just walked out the dorm without waiting for a response. Her small black dress made her look paler than she normally would look like, but it was her favorite color on herself. The fairy light reminded of one of those parties that her Aunt would make back home, which was fine, it just reminded here of the need to be on her best behaviors. She was about to make her way to the punch when she noticed the presence of her father.

Turning on her heels before he noticed her, she took not of the brunette she met at the Hospital, Valentine if she recalled correctly. The redhead was new to her, but they seemed to be friends, none the less. Taking a deep breath, she straightened herself a bit and made her way over to the ladies. She was able to grab the last bit of their conversation when she asked, "Are you talking about the same Saffron, that I know of? Because Saf is nothing close to nice and romantic..."

The redhead turned to face her and exclaimed, "Oh, hello... We haven't met!" Skyler took the hand that the redhead offered to them and shook it, "Sadly, no, we have not yet met. My name is Skyler Eden Sharp. Everyone calls me Sky." the redhead nodded and greeted back, "Summer. Sumer Rose. Um, how do you know Saffron?" Skyler couldn't help notice the sad tone of her question but she smiled and said, "Saffron and I do way back. It seems the Universe wants us to stay together since we were able to reunite on the day of the mission."

Skyler remembered Val and exclaimed, "Oh, I'm sorry, how rude of me. You two must have been having a private conversation. I hope your team is doing well. Three of your members were hospitalized, correct?" Summer looked at the two females and then looked at Val in confusion, "You two have met before? When?"

Spoiler: Outfit

 

[KingofCool]

Valentine Adel

Location: Party
Nearby: Pyro, Summer, Skyler
@Tags: KarenAKAMint

Val was surprised when her arm was suddenly hooked by her best friend. When she heard what Summer said about Saffron, she grew worried. "R-Romantic!?" When Skyler appeared and Summer asked Val how she knew them, she answered, "W-We had met at the hospital, but that's not the point? I mean... Saffron? Are you sure about that? What about..." Val leans over and whispers, "Pyro? Don't you still like him? Besides. I think you still have a chance with him."

 

[ChazGhost]

Croc Sustrai

Location: Party
Nearby: Phoeinx
@Tags: KarenAKAMint KingofCool

Arriving much early then the rest of his team Croc came to the party wearing a black and green hoodie with his usual pants, shoes, and weapons. When he arrived he looked around at who was here. ..So we got teachers... a group girls including Val... two random red head guys... and finally the band themselves... Maybe I'll get to scratch something off my bucket list today... But I'll need some help if I want to even get on the stage.. Croc thought to himself with a smirk. Deciding not interrupt the girls Croc waved at Val to let her known he was here and then walked up to one of the red head guys, Phoeinx. "What's up chum." Croc said as he walked up to Phoeinx. "Why are you just standing around here man there a party to enjoy" Croc said more or less try entertaining himself.

 

[KarenAKAMint]

Summer Rose

Location: Party
Nearby: Valentine and Sky
Mentioned: Saffron and Pyro
@Tags: KingofCool Brinni

"I mean I do, but he was always into Ophelia... Now he says he doesn't care about her," Summer answered Val, "That's not normal. Well from what I have heard. What if he just gets over me as fast as he did with her? I think it would be best to just move on..." Summer ducked her head in fear of rejection and then turned to Sky, "What do you think about my situation?" Skyler blinked a bit, shocked that she was being asked about this.

"Well..." she looked at the two other ladies, "If he truly liked you, he would come up to you. But if he just gave up on a girl that quickly, would he just move on as quickly with you? Personally, I would be pissed if I didn't make an impact on the guy I like..." Skyler crossed her arms over he chest ash she shrugged. "You know Saffron. What do you think about him?" Summer asked. Skyler let out a snicker as she answered, "The guys a huge flirt. Then again around me, he thinks of me as one of the guys, so I have yet to see his calm and romantic side of him."

Summer collapsed on one of the nearby tables as she let out a deep sigh of frustration. "I just don't know anymore! I want to fall in love but I don't even know what I want in love!" Skyler sat beside her, crossing her legs and patted her shoulder, "You and me both. Why can't we find a guy that can like us for what we do and not for what we look like... What about you Val? Any thoughts on guys?" Summer shot her arms in the air in a dramatic way and exclaimed, "Oh, please! She has a sweet guy that she's dating!"

Phoenix Rose

Location: Party
Nearby: Croc
@Tags: ChazGhost

Pheonix was sipping his drink calmly as he watched the rest of the guest began to come by to the party. He noticed Summer run up to Val and Pyro and dragged Val away to talk. She looks happy, to say the least. I wonder what got her that happy after what just happened between the two of us. He finished the rest of his drink when Croc came up to him.

"Oh, hey Croc," he greeted back, "Well, my team and I aren't in good terms at the moment. Titan is to injured to even come to the party, so I am waiting for my last hope to come by..." Phoenix noticed that Croc was looking over to the ladies and asked, "How're things going with Valentine? If the rumors are correct that you two are dating now."

 

[KingofCool]

Valentine Adel

Location: Party
Nearby: Pyro, Summer, Skyler
@Tags: KarenAKAMint

Val smirked a bit at that. "You're damn right I have a sweet guy. But..." Val fell silent. She really wanted to help out Pyro, but now she's seeing what Summer is going through. Of course, she cares about Pyro's feelings. But... She cares about Summer's feelings more. She sighs, and looks at Summer. "You... You really like Saffron, don't you?" She asked her, already knowing the answer. She knew that, if she did this, all that time trying to bring Pyro and Summer together would be all for naught. But she didn't care. Summer was swept off her feet when she was feeling low. If she argued against that, she'd be extremely selfish, and that's not how she wants to treat her best friend.

She then said, "Then... if he comes to the party... Go hang out with him. I won't stop you..." The words she said pained her. She knew she had to break the news to Pyro, but... she cares about Summer. She doesn't want to be selfish. She wants to be the best friend she can be, and that's what she's doing right now.

Pyro Arc

Location: Party
Nearby: Val, Summer, Skyler
@Tags: KarenAKAMint

Okay, so Val's currently talking to Summer. If she can subtly coerce Summer into the right direction, then I could... ... ... Tch... What am I even thinking? Why am I acting like this? I can't believe I'm being so selfish. Pyro realized. He knew he was being selfish. Sure, he does like Summer, but... he thought about Ophelia a bit too. Maybe he wasn't as over her as he thought... Dang it... Dang it all... I like two girls now... ... No. I shouldn't be focusing so much on romance. I need to focus on my training. So... why am I like this!? Pyro thought in frustration. He hasn't realized why he wanted to be with someone...

He felt... lonely. Sure, he has caring parents, but he never had a lot of friends growing up. Due to him being the son of two great warriors, people always felt overwhelmed by him. No one ever bothered to befriend him, or even talk to him. He would always try and talk to people and make some friends, but they'd alway feel nervous. Scared, even. So, they just ignore him and... walk away. He felt sadness because of that, but he tries to hide it. Oh, how he tries to hide it... He hides his sadness with one smile. Just one smile was even to hide the loneliness he felt. That's why he was so surprised when he not only managed to befriend Ophelia, but Phoenix and Summer too.

He then realized that, if he kept acting like this, he'd end up pushing away the only people who bothered to befriend him. He then told himself one thing. If I love Summer as much as I do... I have to let her go. He decided. I can't be focusing on romance. Not now. Now, I need to focus on my training. But, for now... I'll just enjoy the party.

 

[KarenAKAMint]

Summer Rose

Location: Party
Nearby: Valentine, Skyler, Croc and Phoenix
Mentioned: Saffron and Pyro
@Tags: KingofCool

Summer looked up Val, taking in what she just asked. Do I like Saffron like that? I don't know... She let out a deep sigh before she answered, "I think it's too soon to say, but Saffron did sweep me off my feet at our first meeting, while Pyro only paid attention to Ophelia. There really wasn't much to off from that... I guess I was holding onto the hope that one day he would have noticed me." Skyler placed her hand on Summer's shoulder and nodded, "It will take time to find someone that you can love, but you should really focus on yourself before finding some guy to take you from yourself."

Summer looked at both Val and Skyler, "You two are the best. Even if we just meet, you are very nice Sky." Summer pulled them into a hug which caused Skyler to laugh at the comment. "You know what, if either one comes up to me to hang out, I will hang out but as friends. I need more time to think about what I want in my love life," Summer stated as she gave one more final tight hug. Skyler flicked her hair, proud that she was able to help with a fellow lady and said, "Good. Us single girls need to stick together and fight off the guys that want to mess with our hearts. Now come on! Let's dance!"

Skyler led both Val and Summer to the dance floor. Summer's smile never faltered as she gave onlookers a small wave as she walked by. The dance floor was empty before they overtook it and began to dance. Skyler took Summer's hand and began to twirl her around in circles making her laugh and enjoy the small dance they were having.

 

[The Suspicious Eye]

Location: Hallway to school entrance/party area
Nearby:
@Tags:

Ophelia ShayamaOphelia woke up in her room laying on top of her bed in a dress she'd never seen before. She lifted her head and looked around a bit confused before she saw a serrated dagger stabbed into her nightstand. In a moment she knew that Dagger had been here. Feeling a chill run down her spine she looked around to see if her "sister" was still here. However, the sound of music outside her window brought her back. "The party!" Hopping to her feet she slid into her heels, made sure Silver was tucked in and left the dorm. Having to push her worries away and the strange new beating of her chest she made her way quickly down the halls of the academy.

The closet door slid open and golden eyes shined from within. Stepping out the woman locked the door, waiting for her the rest to leave. Knowing that a certain someone was going to be peaking in so she impersonated the impostor. And began to strip down and change clothes for the party luckily they share the same dress size along with quite a few physical traits.

Doing her best to avoid another confrontation in the halls she made her way outside to see that the party had already started. Happy to see that the others were enjoying themselves. Checking on the catering and serving staff she was relieved everything came out just as she planned, her mom really came through for her on such short notice. I'll have to do something nice for her. Maybe make dinner. or Finally making her way out to the center of the floor she noticed some of the students weren't dancing. It was fine though Ren wouldn't be happy. Seeing Summer and the girls she gave a soft wave, not sure if she saw it. Then she saw Phoenix talking to Croc and a overjoyed smile grew on her face.

He dressed up for her, her heart swelled with absolute adoration for him. He looks so handsome, it was clear that he looked uncomfortable, but in that simple action she fell even deeper for him. Picking up two drinks she made her way over to him.

Location: Party - Stage Nearby: Everyone at the party @Tags:

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Reinheart TorchwickAs the party started to become lively Ren and his band started their set. Playing a series of his songs. Having left his old band Ren has become a popular solo artist. As he sang he looked around scanning the crowds. Like the rest of the recruiters Ren knew pretty much everyone around him. Scanning the scene he noticed a few things as he sang his set. Rose twins, oooo one girl seems to be looking for a strong shoulder to rest against. Then there's Emerald's Kid, and hello... what do we have here?

However, one sweet thing in particular walked in and caught his eyes. The pink haired lovely lady, and the daughter of his dad's former partner. He grew up hearing from his uncle about all the good things Roman had to say for the quiet Neo, and he would be lying if he wan't a bit intrigued by the young daughter of the girl. His eyes shined against the stage lights as he watched the girl cheerfully bounce in. Smiling he continued his song but kept his eyes on the girl seeing who comes along with her.

(for Slate )
Patience does bring fortune. With waiting a little longer he saw another villain of the trade, the silver fox Slate himself. Now Ren was strictly a straight man, but he had no problem admitting that someone else was just as handsome as he. Alright, maybe a bit less. Smiling he glanced at Ophelia who was making her way over to the Rose boy. Looks like there old gang is all here. Shame those two aren't in the fold. Continuing his song his voice rang perfectly as he sang song after song. Persuasion may have been his semblance, but singing is most certainly his talent.

 

[ChazGhost]

Croc Sustrai

Location: Party
Nearby: Phoeinx
@Tags: KarenAKAMint

"That's the rumor going around about me? I personally thought me stealing the things from the lockers would be the main rumor about me... I'm joking of course, yes me and Val are going out." Croc said not really joking about stealing things from the lockers. "Val is amazing girl." Croc said looking over Val being lead to the dance floor. Then looked at the band once again. ...That's the kid of the famous Torchwick... He's not a bad singer but I'm still a bigger fan of original Torchwick... Croc thought to himself before looking back to Phoenix. "So do you got any girl in mind for yourself yet or are you still looking?" Croc asked.

 

[KarenAKAMint]

Phoenix Rose

Location: Party
Nearby: Croc and Opehlia
Mentioned: Summer
@Tags: ChazGhost The Suspicious Eye

As Phoenix talked to Croc, he kept looking over to his sister as he tried not to mess with his tie. I should have just ditched the tie... he thought as he pulled a little on his collar to make some room to breathe. "It's good to hear you guys are doing well," Phoenix responded as he noticed Summer pause her dancing to wave at someone. He moved his attention to the entrance as Ophelia looked over at him, he smiled at her.

He took in Ophelia's appearance as she made her way to the refreshments. He wasn't an idiot with details, and he remembered her looking much more tired then she looked before, but now she looked much more like the Ophelia he knew. Of course the smile of lies was nowhere to be seen, instead, it was replaced but a sweet smile that made his heart skip a bit as she smiled at him. He returned a smile to her.

Phoenix looked over at Croc as he asked him a question, his smile never faltering as he motioned over to Ophelia as she made her way toward them with drinks. "I think I found one, and she looks amazing," he answered Croc as he stepped closer to Ophelia and took the drink she brought for him. With his other free hand, he moved a strand of hair away from her face. In a low whisper for just Ophelia to listen to, he told her, "You must be heaven sent because I would have never thought that you can be anything other less than an angel."

 

[ChazGhost]

Croc Sustrai

Location: Party
Nearby: Phoenix, Ophelia, Val, Summer, Skyler
@Tags: KarenAKAMint The Suspicious Eye KingofCool

"Ohh I see. Well go get her tiger" Croc said with a smirk as Phoenix went off to hang out with Ophelia. Afterwards Croc went over the drink and snack table and got himself some punch and ate some cheese and crackers. After having a light snack Croc walked over to the dance floor to where Val, Summer, and Skyler were dancing. "Hello ladies" Croc said with a short bow in front of the group. "Hows my favorite gal and her seasonally named friend?" Croc asked Summer and Val. Then he noticed Skyer who he never meant before. "I don't believe we meant before, I'm Croc Sustrai, expert thief, Val's boyfriend, and brother of the party invitation delivery boy himself, Slate" Croc said introducing himself.

 

[The Suspicious Eye]

Location: Hallway to school entrance/party area
Nearby: Croc and Phoenix
@Tags: KarenAKAMint

Ophelia ShayamaMeeting his eyes as she came closer to Phoenix, she couldn't help but give a genuine soft smile. Her whole body seemed to heat up as her heart raced when he smiled back. She didn't even notice Croc standing there, all she saw was him, and it was all she wanted to see. Finally reaching him she extended him his drink and gave a soft nod to Croc politely, before turning her attention back to Nix.

Blushing as he touched her skin as he moved a stray hand back in place. Looking up at him her smile only widened as she heard the cheesy, but cute line. Giving a soft laugh she placed her drink onto a nearby table, "You don't look too bad yourself, darling." She placing her hands on his chest and went up to his neck to adjust his tie to something a bit more comfortable for him. "There, now you are irresistible." Winking at him before she took her drink back into hand.

 

[KingofCool]

Valentine Adel

Location: Party
Nearby: Pyro, Summer, Skyler, Croc
@Tags: KarenAKAMint ChazGhost

Val smiles as she went to the dance floor with her two friends. She laughed as she danced along with them, occasionally twirling around the two. Her already big smile only grew more when she heard a certain crocodile faunus' voice. She turned and gave Croc a kiss on his cheek, giggling a bit. "Hey babe!" She smiled as Croc introduced himself to Skyler. She grabbed his hands playfully. "Hey babe! Let's go dance!" She then looked at Skyler and Summer. "Sorry to leave you two so soon, but I gotta dance with this sight for sore eyes. I'll see you two later, 'kay?" She gave the two a small wave as she went to go dance with Croc.

Pyro Arc

Location: Party
Nearby: Summer, Skyler
@Tags: KarenAKAMint

The redhead looked at Ophelia, then he saw Phoenix walked up to her. He felt jealously. Envy, even. Why did Phoenix have to be with Ophelia and not him? Why couldn't it be hi- Urgh... Darn it, Pyro, what did I just say!? Don't let romance get in your way, you have to focus on being a Huntsman. I can't let anything get in my way. I have to let her go. I have to move on. ... But... why does it have to be so difficult..? He thought to himself. He had to move on from romance for now, so that he can become a legendary warrior, just like his parents.

He looked over and noticed that Val had left, but Summer and a girl he didn't recognize were still there. Maybe I should join them? I mean, I want to enjoy this party for as long as I can. *sigh* Alright. Here I go. Pyro decided to walk up to the two. "Hey there. Is it fine if I could join you two?" He said, using a polite and kind tone to make sure Summer know that he wants to dance with her and the other girl as just friends. After asking that, he looks at Skyler. "Oh, hi. I don't believe we've met. My name is Pyro Arc. It's a pleasure to meet you." When he heard Skyler's introduction, he returned his attention to both of the girls, awaiting an answer. "Of course, if you don't want me to join, that's perfectly fine."

 

[KarenAKAMint]

Phoenix Rose

Location: Party
Nearby: Pyro, Val, Sharp and Auburn
Mentioned: Jade, Summer, and Ophelia
@Tags: KingofCool Brinni @The Suspicious Eye

Phoenix placed his hand on Ophelia's back as she fixes should tie. I should have ditched the damn thing! He tried to hide the overall discomfort of even having a tie on but just thanked Ophelia with a smile as she winked at him. Phoenix gave a quick glance at Summer and noticed Pyro with her, but then he turned to Ophelia as the music changed. He took a quick sip of his drink and placed the cup down on the table.

"Would you honor me with a dance?" he asked her as he offered his hand. Either the fairy lights that lit the area made her eyes glow brighter, making them seem as if they were made of pure gold or his newfound feelings where making them look that way. "Unless you are still tired?" he asked her, "I noticed you felt a bit down when we talked at out spot. You are not injured from the mission are you?" He knew he was protective, but the last thing he would want is for her to collapse as she continued to push herself.






Summer Rose | Skyler Eden Sharp

Location: Party
Nearby: Valentine, Pyro, Skyler and Croc
@Tags: KingofCool ChazGhost

Skyler and Summer stopped dancing as Croc came around to take Val away. "Hey Croc!" Summer laughed, "You would think you would remember my name. It's the best holiday to go to the beach." Skyler crossed her arms over her chest, trying to judge the guy from first impressions. A hoodie? Really, maybe a hooded blazer would have been a big step in trying to be fancy. Skyler gave him a small smile and introduced herself, "Nice to meet you, Croc. I didn't know the school let thieves into the school... Anyway, I'm Skyler Eden Sharp."

Summer noticed Skyler said her last name with emphasis but didn't mind as Pyro was coming over. Val quickly slipped way with Croc, leaving Summer and Skyler alone to greet Pyro. "Of course you can join us, Pyro!" Summer exclaimed as she glanced at Skyler. When Pyro greeted himself to Skyler, she just turned her head in disbelief as she answered, "We did meet before. Maybe you were too worried at the hospital for Summer's team. Anyway, the night is still young and the dance floor is open to anyone. Show us what you got Pyro!"

 

[Hibiscus]

Spoiler: Team CROC Invite

Slate Black: Messenger Boy

Slate left the room with little doubt in his abilities to get the teams to come to the party, but more confusion of the purpose of the party. They made it back, bruised and battered with little fulfillment overall. Not to mention the truly worrisome Silver, or at least he should be worried. Looking back at the door, the four letters of their names coloring in the BRSS logo on their door. Just think of it as PR, four years of it. Slate shook his head, rolling his shoulders back and straightening his collar. Taking long strides, Slate found himself in front of CROC's door in only a few steps.

Knocking gently on the door, Slate put on his smile and shimmer in his eyes. The smile was genuine, the shimmer not so much, as Slate wanted to see his brother. Despite the nature of his upbringing and eventual job, Croc could usually be a real release for Slate. I need to get some alone time with him, I know it would do me some good. With that Slate's persona came to full, just in case his brother didn't answer the door. "Hello, it's Slate Black." Slate called in, the voice deep, but soft in its approach.

Bruno came the door and opened it. "Hello mr.Black. I don't think we've had the pleasure of meeting. I'm Bruno Port." Bruno said with his hand out trying to make a good first impression.

"Hey is that Slate?" Croc said coming out of his room and heading to the door. "Slate hows it going bro, what brings you here?" Croc added.

"So this is your brother Croc" Bruno asked.

"Yep this is my big brother" Croc added.

Looking up from his scroll Cirrus poked his head into view and looked up at the taller teen. "Hey there Slate!" He said brightly, happy to see him again but worried about stepping on Croc's toes again. "Did you want to come in or are we not going any further than hovering on the doorstep today?"

Slate saw the door open and the broad man in its place, "Nice to meet you as well." Slate took Bruno's hand, getting a read just from the firm handshake and callouses that seemed to dominate the instrument. Slate's eyes gave the man a cursory glance up and down, but never let the polite smile leave his expression. Although he would have preferred to ask questions about Bruno, the distraction of Croc's voice came from further in the dorm. Seeing Croc made Slate bring his hand up in a wave, sincerely grinning at seeing the boy. "Big brother, mentor, and caretaker when he gets caught pick pocketing," Slate chuckled lightly, the jab at his brother refreshing to their home. The jab become more of a punch upon further thought of home.

Recovering Slate glanced over to Cirrus' know visible head, remembering his past exchange. "Hello Cirrus, wonderful to see you as well." Slate said with a roll of his shoulders and shimmer of his eyes. The chuckle came back out, "No no, I'm actually here on team business and have a few more to tend too as well." Slate took out of his pocket one of the letters he made, "Team BRSS is hosting a party tonight for everyone successfully coming back from their missions." He gave Bruno the letter, giving a cursory glance to his watch before awaiting their reply.

Bruno smiled happily with how polit Slate was, especial compared to his brother, Croc. "A party" Bruno said looking at the letter. "Well sounds like a good time to me" Bruno said nodding his head.

Croc sighed when Slate talked about him being Croc's mentor and caretaker. ...I'm just as much a caretaker to you as you are to me... mr.actor... Croc thought to himself before Slate brought up them having a party. "A party? Sounds fun. It maybe a good chance for you to get a guy or girl for yourself, because already your little brother has girlfriend" Croc said with a sharp tooth grin to his brother.

Her ears picked up the conversation, somehow her hearing was much better as if her rabbit ears were back to normal. Io cracked her door and peaked out at the others as she heard talking. Staring at them all she refused to open the door any wider. "I...I don't think I can attend." She glanced back to the inside of her room. "I...I should probably stay here...." Io really wanted to go, but something was wrong and she didn't know what. She was scared and the last thing she wanted to do was bother her teammates. "I have to clean my room...."

Smiling wider at Slate's acknowledgement Cirrus found himself caught up in his strangely gleaming eyes again and hoped the slight heat he felt creeping into his cheeks didn't show up too clearly on his pale skin. "A party is it? Sounds like fun!" He managed to keep up his light tone although his smile slipped for a moment at the mention of the missions, as far as the other teams were concerned Team CROC's had been a heroic success and the idea of spending an evening surrounded by people talking about it almost made him back out.

Hearing Iola speak up he watched her nervously try to decline the invitation and made a mental note to try and speak to the nervous faunus later. "Well it's not like it's RSVP required is it Slate? Plenty of time to decide."

He also decided that he at the very least would turn up to the party if only to represent his team. Besides it would be nice to hang out with his cousins regardless and he might get the chance to speak with Slate without worrying about getting between him and Croc, or Sage could be there. Frowning he realised he hadn't considered what he would do if the two students who had caught his eye were in the same place.

Slate smiled politely to Bruno, showing his gratitude that the man was coming to the party. Turning his attention to his brother Slate noticed the toothy grin that came with some cocky comment. Upon hearing girlfriend or boyfriend, Slate was happy for the out besides talking of his romances on the campus. "I'm glad you found someone, I'll have to meet them soon enough." The older brother looked Croc in the eyes, a sincere grin with their glance. 'Perhaps I should tell Croc about Cherry... Or Ophelia, best to leave it alone. Slate looked at Cirrus, noting one of his other romantic advances. 'And of course, flirting at his team leader didn't help in that are either.' Slate realized the predicament that was building fast, taking a deep breath and deciding to work it out as it went along.

The semblance of Slate had seen the fourth member in her room long before she made herself visible to the rest, but hearing her plea brought on a small grimace. It faded as quick as it came, the smile returning with Cirrus' response. "Of course, take all the time you need. But it'll be in," Slate paused, "I actually don't think my teammates told me where it'll be." Bringing his hand behind his head in embarrassment, Slate looked down at Cirrus with a sly grin. "I'll give you a text when I find out." Slate looked down at his watch, before turning to walk down the hallway to the next team. "I hope to you all there!"

Spoiler: Team SEAS Invite

Slate Black: Messenger Boy
Slate gave a final wave to Team CROC's room, waiting for the door to close behind him. Exhaling softly, Slate caught his bearings before walking further towards the next dorm room. Croc seemed happy, and apparently not single. Maybe I need to look for somebody. Slate stopped a few steps from the door, quelling his thoughts before moving again. He didn't want to think of his wants or needs, Just the objective... Slate knocked on the door, taking his usual stance to show off his posture, body, and polite smile. Out of all the teams, SEAS was one he hadn't collected any information on; First impressions, important with women and intel gathering.

When the door would open, Slate would smile to whoever was gracious enough to let him in. "Hello, sorry to bother you," Bringing his hand forward with the envelope, "Team BRSS is having a party tonight, I was wondering if you would join us?"

Skyler was reading one of the many novels he mother had helped bring into her dorm when someone was at the door. She waited to see if anyone would answer it, but when no one did, she sighed and walked out of her room. There stood a tall man with grey colored hair. "Hello there," Skyler took the envelope from him. She took a moment to look at it before returning her attention to the stranger, "I will definitely ask my team, but I am down for a party. Knowing Saf, he would love to tag along as well. Oh, I didn't get your name. Mine's Skyler." She offered him her hand and gave him one of her smiles that she had gotten used to using when it came to making a good impression.

Sage appeared from behind his cousin. He didn't open the door to strangers but this one was chiseled and many other things. Sage couldn't take his eyes off him but then an image of Cirrus popped through his head. He had to stay loyal to his future husband. Then he remembered what the guy said,"A party? Team Croc is gonna be there right? If so I'll go and I'm Sage. Schafer will p-probably want to go too so you guys got yourselves another team" Sage then slipped by the boy to find team CROC but said a message to Sky before he left,"Schafer's asleep so shhhh". Then Sage took his leave to Cirrus's dorm.

Saffron's ears perked up hearing the door knock from his room. Quietly he moved to the door frame listening to the conversation. At the word party he rushed over to the main door. "Forget about his name Sky, you can flirt later! I'll make sure to give you some pointers, unless you've somehow gotten the hang of it in the last few months. Party? I'm in. When and where?"

Slate took his precautionary glance at the new person, studying their outer appearance and aura. Noting the girl, Slate wondered if he recognized her from somewhere. The facial features, and eyes, maybe from his past. Slate took her hand, motioning to bring it to his lips before a man burst through his dorm to the door frame. Slate paused his attempt, moving the hand down and opting for a softer handshake instead. The two men were almost polar opposites, from appearances and actions. "As far as the location, that's a mystery even to me." Slate brought his hand behind his head, chuckling lightly, "My teammates told me that when the party starts, you'll know. But I'll send a text whenever I find out.".

Slate looked down at the deer faunus, meeting his eyes with softness instead of his usual intense gaze. "I'm happy you all are coming," Slate felt his pocket at the last envelope, "I don't want to be rude, but I have another one of these invitations to deliver." Stepping back from the doorway, the messenger boy turned to head down the hall to his next generation. Before he did so, Slate turned back to the girl in the door frame. "I'm sorry, nearly forgot my name." Slate smiled gently, "Slate Black, leader of Team BRSS. Hope to see you there.". The invitation was directly to the girl, the assembled glimmer meeting her gaze. With that Slate gave a wave before walking down the hallway.


Skyler waved at Slate as he left and as soon as he did, she closed the door and faced her best friend. With a look on her face that yelled, 'what the hell where you thinking,' she crossed her arms and arched her eyebrow at him. "Wow... what a wingman you are..." she said a bit offended at her friend, "Expect me to cock block you the entire party." With that, she opened the envelope and read through it. It was just repeating what Slate had told them, so she entered her room and got ready for the party.

Spoiler: Team PRWI Invite

Slate Black: Messenger Boy
Slate felt his pocket, two more invites waiting for their purpose. Waving once again, Slate watched as the Team SEAS door closed. They were an interesting bunch. Slate thought of each of the 'unique' members, mostly of the weapon's teacher daughter. Some were faces he didn't recognize, which made the meeting all the more important. I should gather more information on the daughter, and the bird faunus. Something valuable may be there. Slate stopped in the hallway, a few feet away from his next objective.

'This thinking is necessary, it's important. The party and these meetings are to evaluate.' Slate attempted to convince himself, knowing the party would bring a slew of challenges. More people to convince, to understand, to manipulate, 'but to what end?' Reaching the door, Slate returned to his routine. Roll the shoulders, flattering stance, and a shimmer in the eyes; knocking on the door with confidence. "Hello, I'm Slate Black from team BRSS."


Phoenix was a smiling fool as he walked back to his dorm. He could still feel her in his arms. He never saw these feeling coming, but deep down, he enjoyed it. He turned the corner to find Slate, standing outside his dorm. Ophelia did say about a party going on tonight. He walked over to him, hand in his pockets and called out, "Hey Slate! How's the party prep going?"

Jade opened the door, having just woken from a nap. Standing in shorts and a tank top she eyed the man standing in the hallway. Tall, muscled, attractive. Were it not for Pyro, not to mention the rest of her team, as well as a few others she'd almost think it a requirement. She sighed. "Beauty and brawn usually means no brain though" she muttered. She smiled. "Heya. Jade wukong of PRWI. What can we do foryou and BRSS?"

Slate waited for the door to open, thumbing the envelope in his hand. Before the door could open, one of the residents approached from behind. Looking at the man, Slate recognized the face as Phoenix Rose. Formal introductions were never done between the two, and thus first impressions were in order. Though his response gave tell that Phoenix knew more of Slate than vice versa. "Going well, I'm glad to hear word is travelling fast." Slate turned slightly to face Phoenix, giving a polite grin as he did so. "Who told you, another team or has one of my teammates underestimated my ability as a messenger boy?" Slate chuckled, listening to the response before turning to the door.

"It's nice to meet you, Jade." Slate held out his hand, extending the envelope to the girl. "Team BRSS is throwing a party for all the teams coming back from successful missions. We'd be happy for PRWI to join us." Looking Jade up and down, noting as she did the same. I wonder if she's as entranced as the rest of them. Smiling, Slate waited for a response and perhaps the rest of the team to appear.

Phoenix was about to answer Slate, but as soon as Jade opened the door, he paused. He looked over at his partner as she looked at Slate in a way that felt a bit invasive to even be in the same vicinity as them. "I don't know about Pyro, but I think we should attend," he announced and looked back and forth between the two, but then landed on Jade as he continued, "Unless you have something else to do?" Phoenix leaned in the doorway beside Jade and crossed his arms. "Oh,"Phoenix finally remembered to answer Slate's answer, "Ophelia told me in passing." He knew the moment he went back into the dorm with Jade, she might ask him about it, but he wasn't going to hide it from her.

Jade's eyebrow raised slightly at the new information. Glancing quickly down at one hand then back up at the pair. "No, I don't think I have anything else for tonight. But you never know, my memory isn't the best. A party sounds great. Thanks for the invite Slate." Her hand, meanwhile flashed Guess we have some talking to do. She took the invite from Slate's hand and went back inside. "Maybe see you there then Slate" she called back.

Pyro was currently in his room, reading a book with his door open ajar. He was wearing his casual clothing, which was just a white shirt and red shorts. He was sitting at his bed when he heard the conversation just outside his room. A... A party? Pyro thought to himself. When he saw Jade grab her invite, that was when he walked out. His blue eyes glanced over at Slate. "Hey, um... I don't think we've ever been formally introduced to one another. I'm Pyro Arc." The redhead introduced himself. "So... I heard some talk about a party. You don't happen to have an invite for me, do you?" He asked. He has never really been to a party before. He was invited at his previous school, sure, but he usually turned them down so that he could study for an upcoming test. But now, he decided that he wanted to go to this party. He wanted to have fun instead of study for once.

Slate's expression matched Jade, surprised by the information as well. Just as Jade wanted to talk with Phoenix, Slate was already wondering what to ask Ophelia. "I'm glad she's taking some of the work off my shoulders," Slate shrugged, but his eyes provided the prying glance at their meeting. If Jade had that reaction from it, then perhaps there was more to it. Turning back to Jade, Slate smiled gently. "I'll be looking forward to seeing you there," Tilting his head past the girl, Slate saw their team leader. Pyro Arc, I've heard some talk you're just like Jaune compared to his better half. Deciding to withhold the sneer building, Slate grinned at the man.

"Nice to meet you Pyro, I'm Slate Black." Taking his hand in his, Slate attempted to put pressure on the hand to show the dominant nature of the leader. When he released his hand Slate pointed to the envelope in Jade's hand, "It's a team invitation, we hope the entire team will join us.". Taking a glance at his watch, Slate used it as his excuse to move further down the hall. "Hope to see you all there, Team PRWI." Giving a final wave, Slate continued down to Team SABL's dorm room to continue the process.

"Heh, it's nice to meet you too, Slate." Pyro shook Slate's hand, noting the dominant nature of his handshake. He smiled when he heard that it was a team invitation. When Slate left, he politely waved. "See ya there, Slate!"

Spoiler: Team SABL Invite

Slate hurried to that last door, wondering if he would be reprimanded for his slow time by Cherry or Ophelia. I doubt Ophelia will have anything to say, considering she apparently helped deliver the message. Slate pondered what "In passing" could have meant, but he thought it just coincidence. Coming to the door of team SABL, Slate knocked and put on the picture perfect smile. This is the other Rose child, along with the giant Titan.

Slate felt the two emotions of giddy at seeing the boxing partner and of cautiousness of his business here, To observe and collect information. "Hello, it's Slate Black from Team BRSS." Slate spoke to the door, "I have an invitation for Team SABL." With that he held out the envelope and waited patiently.

Summer was in the middle of making dinner as she heard someone at the door. "I'm coming! Give a minute!" she called out as she lowered the heat on the stove and walked away from it. She was still wearing her apron when she opened the door. "Oh, a party!" Summer exclaimed, her eyes becoming brighter as she looked at the tall man, "Val! You up to going to a party!?" For a moment, the light sound of cooking was only heard along with the sound of running water. "I guess she's taking a shower. I dought Titan and Onyx would come by, due to their injuries. Val and I will come in their name as well. Thanks, Slate!" Summer was about to get back to cooking when she turned back to the tall man, "If you are done with invites, I am making dinner. There's plenty for you if you want to join us in a bit."

Val sighed in relaxation. Oh yeah... After that mission, I really needed this shower. Speaking of the mission, I really need to clean my shoes. They got dirty because of that damn mud. The brunette thought to herself as she washed her long hair. She smiled as she knew she had been in here for about 20 minutes. In her opinion, 20 minutes in the shower was all she would need to be fully clean. Just as she was about to turn off the running water, she heard her BFF call out that there was a party. "A party? Interesting." She mumbled to herself as turned off the shower and grabbed a towel to dry herself off. After doing that, she grabbed her nearby bathrobe and put it on, as well as putting on her bath slippers. She opens her bathroom door and changed into her casual clothes, being a silky brown top and light brown shorts. After changing, she walked out of her room and looked at Summer. "I heard you calling out while I was in the shower. What was that about a party?" As she said that, she took notice of Slate. Hey, I recognize him. Isn't he on the same team as that blue-haired bimbo?

Slate watched the door open to a small girl in an apron, smiling up at him. "I'm glad to hear that you'll come, but I'm sorry the other two can't join us." Slate feigned sadness, empathy to their teammates plight. At the invitation to join them for dinner, Slate wondered if he should. Although delivering the invites had gone faster than he supposed, Slate worried about how Cherry and Ophelia were coming along; as well as if Silver was feeling any better. Observe, collect, and manipulate. Slate wondered why he had to keep reminding himself over and over again, "I'd love to join you.".

As Slate stepped into the dorm, he noticed the other teammate enter the kitchen area. "Team BRSS is throwing a party for everyone making it back safe," Slate sighed after saying it, "Although I'm sad Titan won't be joining us. Glad I got to spar him before his injuries, nice to find such a strong combatant with some humility." Slate nearly chuckled to himself at the remark. With that Slate began to set the table for three, knowing were the pre-stocked kitchen ware was in the cupboards. "I hope you don't mind me helping, I wouldn't feel right if I didn't." Glancing at Summer and Val, Titan did his best to flex and smolder when he could.

Of course, the flexing and smoldering didn't affect Val. After all, she had a boyfriend that she found more attractive. "A party, huh? I'm in!"

Slate Black

Location: Team BRSS Dorm and to the Party
Nearby: Croc, Phoenix, Cherry, Val, Skyler, Ophelia, Ren, Pyro
@Tags: ChazGhost KarenAKAMint KingofCool The Suspicious Eye Brinni

Slate had been watching the drama between PRWI and SABL unfold before his very eyes, observing all the information he could about. It was intriguing, Slate wondering if he would use any of the information against the members. Deciding to keep what he learned to himself and exit while he still could, giving a wave to those still in the vicinity of the dorm rooms. Heading back to the BRSS team room, Slate made a direct line to Silver's room. Still sleeping comfortably, Slate left her be and focused on getting ready for the party. A cold shower, necessary toiletries, and then a true test of his physical abilities. A black suit, red velvet interior and matching tie, with the gray shirt to compliment his features. The jewelry was provided to him sometime ago by Croc's favorite hobby; silver watch, rings, and bracelet gave just another appeal to his fabricated regal nature. Fully dressed, Slate finished his invitation with a full invite to all of his contacts he'd gained at Beacon. Second year teams, some lesser known fresh teams, as well as a few of his past forced associates were given the invitation. Whether or not they appear, that's anyone guess.

Slate exited the dorm room and headed out to the party area, watching as the many students waiting for the 'fashionably late' mark to enter. As he approached the students allowed the host to pass through, some girls comparing the man against some of their boys while the boys lost most of that contrast. Slate took in the party with a cursory glance, smiling politely to anyone who met eyes with him. You and Croc used to run parties like this, its just routine. Slate saw a few interesting figures, especially considering the arguments at the dorm. Summer is with Pyro, interesting given the situation. Maybe he's got a devil's tongue to match that hair. Slate chuckled to himself as he continued to move inward, heading towards the punch bowl to grab a drink. Slate also spotted the girl from Team SEAS, Skyler. If I can't find one of my girls, I think I might have a dance partner. Actually, I'll get to her soon either way. Slate spotted another couple on the dancefloor, this one surprising him. Well, there's my partner in crime. Slate spotted Croc, as well as the girl he was dancing with came into view after a spin. And his girlfriend... Slate remembered Croc's word and realized his attempt in the dorms had been a bit of foul play, sincerely looking dumbfounded for a moment. The next sight forced him to recover, Slate watching Phoenix and Ophelia in each other's arms on the dance floor. The passing was a bit more than that, as it seems.

Slate processed his opinion on Ophelia, realizing he didn't want to proceed with anything. The loss made him roll his shoulders back, feeling on the defensive for a short moment. I guess I have a true test tonight. Finally throwing his gaze towards the stage, Slate met eyes with the singer and obviously his prying eyes. They seemed less of studying him, but more noting him; like he recognized Slate. Giving the performer a sly grin to recognize the angelic voice he was producing, Slate began moving through the crowd of unnamed guests, giving greetings and undertaking meaningless side talk. Although his attention was pleasing his guests, Slate always kept his eyes on the named faces.

 

[ChazGhost]

Croc Sustrai

Location: Party
Nearby: Val, Summer, Skyler
Mentioned: Slate
@Tags: Hibiscus KarenAKAMint KingofCool

"It was a joke Summer." Croc said with a smirk. "And when you are good as me they do let thieves in." Croc commented before Val took his hand. With a big smile Croc went off with Val to dance. "Your as beautiful as always, especial with the ponytail. It looks really good on you" Croc said checking out Val's outfit. "I'm sorry for not dressing up, the invention didn't have a dress code on it so I came like this" Croc said with a little bit of awkward smile as he released how undressed he was compared to everyone else.

After a few moments of dancing he noticed his brother had finally arrived, wearing few "presents" Croc gave to him a while ago. "Looks like our host as well as deliver boy has finally arrived." Croc said pointing out Slate. "Maybe I should properly introduce you to my brother later" Croc added.

 

[Brinni]

Saffron Auran Zephyr-Valkyrie

Location: Party

Mentions: Professor Sharp, Summer

Saffron was feeling a little tired. He had used up a solid amount of aura during his dance with Summer, but man was it worth it. It was a nice change, not having to be the cocky version of himself that everyone was used to seeing. But now it’s time to be the party guy again. Combing back his hair once more he wandered out the front door to the party.

Flashing smiles at everyone who caught his eye he really began to enjoy himself. “Okay everybody, I’m here, I’m here. The party…starts now!”

He walked over to the table with drinks, grabbed a cup of soda giving a nod to Professor Sharp. “Hey there prof. Enjoying yourself? Anyways, I’m off to schmooze.”

Walking away he wandered amidst the crowd. He saw Skyler and Summer dancing briefly with the other girl he saw at the hospital and gave them both a wave.


Cherry Caramel

Location: Party

@Tags: Hibiscus

Cherry bounced around from group to group, making sure everyone was enjoying themselves. As the mastermind behind this party she wanted to make sure that everyone had fun! She giggled as the singer on stage locked eyes with her, and then continued her circuit. As she went around the field she was looking for Ophelia, but couldn’t seem to find her anywhere. Finally she found Slate.

“Hey Slate, have you seen Ophelia? I’ve been looking for her to tell you what a great job she did with the entertainment and decorations but I can’t find her anywhere. And let me tell you, I’ve looked everywhere! Except under the stage. Do you think she could be there. I don’t know why she would but I guess it’s possible. I just...OH! Nevermind! There she is! I guess she was just late is all. Geez you two are the worst hosts. WHY DID BOTH OF YOU SHOW UP LATE?” she questioned, huffing and crossing her arms.