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Gathering: Beach Night
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Invitations had been hand sent to each member of the coterie, rather than waiting for the word of mouth to spread to them. Invitations consisted of a small package, which had the following enclosed:

-A hand-written message from Sophie indicating how delighted she would be to have each recipient arrive, as they would be guests of honor, and they should arrive approximately an hour or so after the gathering officially begins
-A small business card bearing an image of logo for a company called "Celebration Enterprises," which you are instructed to present at the door
-A clearly well made, clearly expensive, clearly tailored swimsuit.

The next main gathering had been finally announced. Sophie Labeaux had been busy negotiating with the operators of the Mandalay Bay to arrange for an exclusive night-time concert at the Moorea Beach club.
(http://www.mandalaybay.com/beach/moorea-beach-club/http://www.mandalaybay.com/beach/moorea-beach-club/ )

With a DJ spinning a mix and a maybe a dozen blood-dolls lounging around the beach and cooking smores, it's a decidedly different tone from the reserved previous gathering held at the art gallery. Some of the more formal Kindred would likely appear out of place.
It would be absurd to think that everyone would be wearing swim-wear, right? Right?

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At the entrance to the beach area, there are two large men blocking access. A large sign indicates "PRIVATE PARTY" but some added muscle couldn't hurt. They stand in front of the most accessible entrance, though there are ways in and out for enterprising individuals and those who can turn invisible. As coterie members arrive, they ask to see an invitation. Upon being shown the business card, they bow and open the door to allow access. As you proceed through, you see that the guards then get on a radio and say "Notable guest near entrance."

The party already appears to be in full swing. Though it is dark and mysterious out, pockets of light thrown by lamps and fire-pits show Kindred huddled in conversation. Some individuals are also clearly enjoying the pools as well. Topless blood-dolls wander the pool area carrying drinks, though mostly only the other Kine seem interested in partaking. It is clear that some Kindred are not accustomed to this environment, wearing fine clothes and sitting near the fires rather than embracing the pool party atmosphere.

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Before the coterie gets too far, the Mistress of Elysium herself makes an appearance near the entrance. She wears a cover-up, though clearly has occasionally been in the pool given her dripping hair. She greets incoming Kindred.

"So good to see you! So glad you came! Please, feel free to mingle for a while. Also, enjoy and please partake of any of the refreshments you see before you - the night is yours, after all. At some point, I know a few of the Primogen wanted to talk to the group as a whole, and I've tried to... encourage people to ask about your experiences. So.. some Kindred may come up and gossip. Anyway, have a great time! Next part of the event is in ninety or so, so relax before then!"

Sophie then leaves the coterie to mingle.
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Ariadne escapes the growing crowd around the exchange between Dominic Rose and Salvador Ruiz to hunt for her Primogen.

She does not need to go far. Though she is not among the throng of Kindred in close, she is nearby, watching the growing argument. She is flanked by two individuals -the Primogen for the Staircase, and Nolan Nash, disgraced Primogen of the Dragons.

It seems for the evening her allegiances remain worn on her sleeve.

The attention of all three Primogen is on the growing shouting match. They are not speaking until Ariadne walks up, and Ashcroft's eyes lay upon her.

"Ah, Madam Shaffer. How may I help you this evening?"
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Ariadne inches closer to Ashcroft, eyeing the other Primogen. She drops her voice and begins to mutter to Ashcroft.

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She shifts on her feet, staring at the ground and clearly uncomfortable.
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The other Primogen note Ariadne's appearance. A friendly voice extends from Nash as he says a simple greeting. "Ah, Miss Shaffer, so good to see you."

The other man simply offers nod.

Nash diverts his attention to the whispering, clearly paying attention. The other maintains his stare at the growing argument between Salvador and Rose.

Ashcroft offers an attempt at a comforting whisper.

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Ariadne returns Nash's nod and seems to consider saying something, but ultimately decides against it. There's the barest incline of her head toward the Stair Primogen before her attention moves back to Ashcroft.

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After another few mumblings, her eyes drop and are fairly glued to the floor.
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Ashcroft offers a look of slight consternation. She hesitates before she responds. "He's always saying things like this. Do you... do you think he means it? Or has any way to back this up?"

It is also clear Nash is trying to act like he doesn't know what Ariadne says, but the anger in his face indicates he heard what she whispered.

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There's certainly a pause as Salvador recognizes the shift in tone. Maybe this battle of words was descending into something he wasn't prepared for. Maybe he was marking the odds in his head. With a blur of movement he's around the table on Rose's side. "Tonight's as good a night as any, Rose."

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"You think I don't have friends on this side of the line? I think we should see just what happens if you cash the check your mouth has written. So how does this get dealt? Hit or split, Blackjack, what's it gonna be?"

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She pauses, looking up toward Nash.

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Ashcroft seems stoic, though the impact of the news can't be completely erased from her face. Her fellow Primogen also note this change in her demeanor, as she becomes slightly more agitated. Nash also grows visibly upset at the news Ariadne has passed along.

She raises her voice, but it's still hard to hear compared to the din at the table

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The look of blunt arrogance seems to fade a bit as Salvador gestures to the others at the table. In particular, Rose's eyes linger on the presence of Antoine for some time. Antoine in response gives a simple nod to the words Salvador says.

Rose then returns his attentions to Salvador. He's taken a step back as Salvador whirled around to his side of the table, but he tries to remain in control. He tries to laugh off the exchange.

"Yeah, friends alright. Can't fight your own battles, just like you couldn't fight your way out of our chains before, needed the Winnowing to come save your ass. You need these Brides and a Primogen to help you out? You better be ready to pony up. You think they give a shit about you, Killjoy? Only reason you were in those tunnels was cause you were bought and paid for. A fucking puppet, Killjoy. Just traded your chains for new ones."


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Rose's luster appears to have worn off. He was strongest when he made a violent threat, but it rang hollow against a table of supporters. Supporters who are renowned for surviving something more dangerous than just Dominic Rose. Not even his staunchest supporters are rallying to Rose's cause, and the social atmosphere has rallied behind Rose.

Rose himself seems to recognize this. After his latest attempt to cut to the confidence of Salvador, he mutters to himself.

"Fuck you, Killjoy. We're done here."

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Ariadne shifts her weight again, head turning toward Ashcroft but her gaze back on the ground.
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There's a slight frown on Ariadne's face as she turns her attention back to Nash.

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There's an edge to the smile Killjoy sports as Rose backs down and away. He glances toward Ashcroft and Ariadne, a few split seconds of considering, before addressing the crowd which formed around the altercation. He raises his voice theatrically, "The First Estate is afraid to shake my hand." He raises the one that Rose notably never took toward some of the Carthians. "Harpy Goodman, does the Movement feel the same?" He extends it toward her and her covenant-mates.
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The crowd around the table laughs and snickers at the verbal game as Rose slinks away in defeat. Salvador's words have won them over, and his calling out the First Estate to support the Carthians is not missed.

Zoe is pleased, and eagerly rises to the challenge. The crowd parts as she approaches, and she quickly grasps Killjoy's hand, and beams a smile.

"The Movement is not afraid of you, Mister Ruiz. The Movement sees a kindred spirit. And if the First Estate, or any other covenant for that matter, cannot say the same... then it is their loss. Let them slink away in shame. Let those who care about this domain, who have fought as you have, let them finally get their due."

The crowd is positively humming with excitement.
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Killjoy finishes up his end of the display, taking turns shaking hands with a few other Carthians, spending time talking among them. Content to let Zoe have the limelight, however, he soon excuses himself, looking for the man who approached him in the pool (before Harper's goons led Salvador away), should he still be in attendance.
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Ariadne stays close to Nash, now ignoring the commotion entirely.
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She shifts her weight, looking more uncomfortable as the conversation progresses.
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Ariadne stops fidgeting, now staring at Nash.
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Killjoy finishes up his end of the display, taking turns shaking hands with a few other Carthians, spending time talking among them. Content to let Zoe have the limelight, however, he soon excuses himself, looking for the man who approached him in the pool (before Harper's goons led Salvador away), should he still be in attendance.



The man Killjoy is looking for briefly approached as the table was surrounded by Kindred during the initial large display. He's now seated with a few of his peers near a fire-pit that was once where Zoe was holding court. He stands as Salvador approaches. He gestures to his spot. There are four of them - the long-haired thin man who sought him out, a short, stocky shaved head caucasian, an athletic hispanic woman, and a quiet, well dressed African-American man.

"Hey man. You... you uh... you got some time now? Didn't want to take you away from the celebration."
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The crowd around Zoe seems to grow in fervor and power. Harper comes up as well, and the two engage in some simple "Fuck the Man" style conversations that continue to rile up their constituency. Whereas the focus of the table area before had been on the coterie and their exploits, the savaging of Dominic Rose and the transition of enthusiasm to Zoe has made the space hers.

It becomes easy to see why they are a strong alliance. At least half of the citizenry can be made up of their numbers, with perhaps two dozen between the two groups. Las Vegas has a high Kindred population, but if these two really rallied forces, it could be potent.

Which is exactly what seems to be happening now. It's not hard to overhear the whispers of some in the crowd. "Now's the time" "Tonight's the night!" "What the fuck are they waiting for?"

The mood has decidedly shifted.


Diana Ashcroft walks towards Sophie. She whispers into the ear of the Mistress, gesturing towards the growing clutter of energetic Kindred. Sophie seems to offer a shrug. Those paying attention can see that Ashcroft is not pleased, and clearly tells Sophie to "Do something, anything. Handle it."
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Killjoy slips into the offered spot, nodding and greeting each of the four as he settles in. "Yeah, things can get a bit intense. So, sorry - but, I didn't catch your names."
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The longhaired man answers first. He remains fairly nervous as he walks to sit next to one of his companions on the other side of the fire.

"Andy. I mean, Andrew Stone. Unaligned. Uh, I guess I used to be Nos? What else you want to know? I mean I'll..."

The shaved head man slaps Andrew on the shoulder. "Ease up man. He's newly minted, not old money. Relax." He then rises and extends his hand to Salvador. "Ian." Even though he's extended his hand, you can notice it is shaking, and his bluster is trying to hide some nerves.

The woman doesn't move, but her attention is riveted on Killjoy. "Cristina. Nice to meet you finally." Her gaze is intense, and there is fear there as well.

The African-American man is the most calm and easy-going of the group. He rises and extends his hand. His grip is firm and confident. His beast is also stronger than Salvador's, whereas the other three are weaker. "Henry. Henry Washington. So good to finally meet."
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Andrew tries to end the silence. "So, pretty cool of them to throw you a party, right? That's nice. And must be good to finally get some respect, right? Man, that's good. I wish I could have been with you. Wish I could have done something like that, had all this for me."

The rest remain intent on Salvador. Andrew's attempts to diffuse their wariness doesn't seem to work.

"I mean, like, it's nice to get rewarded, right? Nice to be well fed, taken care of? Living the good life?"

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Killjoy peers toward the fire-pit, watching the smoke curl up against the night lights. "You folks have time for a story?" It's clear he considers the question rhetorical, as he's already leaning back to start one.

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The weaker Kindred in the crowd are enrapt with the story. They seem lulled into a complacent trance, and Salvador realizes he has them at their full attention, and he's easily able to continue the story with them. They murmur with agreement and nod repeatedly as his speech grows more enthralled.

As for Henry, he remains interested as well, but his attention is more calculating. But it's clear he doesn't want to interrupt the story either.
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