The Black Rose Tavern & Inn (Always Open! Walk-in!)

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[Demtesticliz]

John stepped into the familiar scene, through the familiar French Doors - Heh... my French Doors, if you wanted to get technical about it. Custom made French Doors by an Italian boy. Go figure - and looked around the familiar bar, with a nostalgic smile plastered on his face.

He stood in the doorway, taking it all in. It smells different. Newer. Although somehow the heavy a** bartop got moved from there to here; that boggles me mind. A slow, deliberate stroll through the building revealed that everything was the same from the old bar, down to the stains on the walls and the a** print on his stool. But it smelled new, still.

He'd get used to it. He missed his friends.

In his hand, slightly crumpled from being carried, was a piece of paper. He held it up and called to no one in particular, "I'm allowed here; I'm on the White List!

"...It's because I'm white, isn't it?"

He was still softly chuckling as he sat back down in the stool that knew him so well.

[Ristar Black]

The sounds of footsteps echoed through the Rose as Alexis made her way back down to the main room. She was lost in the pages of a book, its words currently glued to her face as she moved without pause. It was as if the rest of the world was less important to her. For the moment, anyway.

Her mention of obtaining her former residence in the tavern the other night had earned her a look from Kimiko that had basically informed her she had been acting dumb. Upon her arrival in her old room, she had found the book. Lexi had been hooked from the beginning, only letting it go for the sheer necessity of sleep.

With what little grace she had, and her memory of the Rose, her feet guided her safely to a couch. She stretched out comfortably on it and turned the page in her book. Lexi was so out of it she had missed the scent of John, something she would regret later.

[Shroomygirl]

Sera Universal
Goddess of Life
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Never limit yourself because of others' limited imagination;
never limit others because of your own limited imagination.

Sera's footsteps could be heard making the way down from upstairs, once on the main floor of Rose she went over to the bar setting the empty bottle down on the counter softly and then she rubbed the counter top lightly and whispered a low 'thank you' before turning and looking over the room. She noticed no one and smirked at this, now was her time to shine when no one was watching, she waltzed her way over to the dance floor with an invisible partner...so gracefully one would think her feet never touched the floor she glided across. Sera stopped and did a graceful curtsie to her partner and began to thumb through the laptop for a song selection to sing. She loved to sin...just not when anyone was listening...and being a goddess does not permit one with talent, talents are earned. Sera began the music of, Diem Ex Dei, then stepped a little onto the dance floor and closed her eyes lifting the microphone...she loved Latin.

Umbra Dextras, Prima Orbis
Templa Prospice, Diem Ex Dei

Fides Sponsa, Fides Per Dei
Missaes Can Ta, Mistrae Lingua

Umbra Dextras, Umbra Crucis
Umbra Deus, Lucius Dei

Fides Sponsa, Fides Per Dei
Missaes Can Ta, Mistrae Lingua

Umbra Dextras, Umbra Crucis
Umbra Deus, Lucius Dei

Fides Sponsa, Fides Per Dei
Missaes Can Ta, Mistrae Lingua

Ave Vitae, Rex Promissa
Ave Vitae, Rex Veritas

Missae Magnus, Fides En Dei
Christus Laudmus, Mistraes In God

[Demtesticliz]

John walked into the bar in typical fashion: Jansport travel bag (school book bag) slung over one shoulder, and a newspaper and a Yoo-Hoo in a bag in his opposite hand. The newspaper was all sorts of disheveled; he obtained it from a stand in his time, but wound up spending the day traveling in the year 2097 to avoid any possible mischief. He'd rode on public transportation most of the day (an interesting wheeled/hovercraft hybrid that reminded him oddly of a really quick moving turtle) and perused the current events. At least he could keep up with the war that he couldn't help his friends fight.

Setting his personal effects on the bar, he set around back and grabbed a glass, pouring his delicious, sweet Nectar of the Gods - MY God, at least - into it and savouring the first sip as long as possible. Only after this (most important) step had been accomplished did he come back around the bar and sit in "his" stool.

"I don't like how quiet it's become," he mentioned to no one in particular. "It's as though people have forgotten that little things like time rifts and interdimensional taverns even exist."

"Yeah, tell me about it. I'm bored out of my face waiting for anyone to need me."

John jumped out of his stool, almost coming clean out of his skin before his mind registered the voice. "Imp! You're still around! Glad to see you made the move, too."

"Where else would I go? It's not like I got a wife and kids waiting for me anywhere." The imp turned and started to walk away. He spoke one last time, without turning around to look at John. "I just came out to scare the s**t out of you; the look on your face was priceless." With that, he disappeared into thin air.

John stewed for a few moments, his face screwed up in exasperation. "One of these days I'm gonna get that little b*****d."

With a chuckle, he turned back to his patience and his drink.

[Red-Silvereye]

walks in hi every one, happy V/D, while walking to the bar ,to order something to drink, as i look around for some one to talk too?

[Neme-Goddess-of-Death]

((OOC: Yeah no. Get the hell out. You obviously don't know how to read rules.))

[Ristar Black]

((*Laughs her a** off* Oh, wow, that's was freaking fantastic! Instant Neme denial! smile )) Having fallen asleep with her book on her face and her slender form stretched out on the couch, Alexis stirred from her position with a soft groan. Her body ached and it was waking her up, which just wouldn't do. She shifted to try and find comfort again, only to end up rolling off the couch. She landed face down with a loud THUD followed by a quick stream of very inventive curses. Staying that way, she huffed out a sigh and ignored her fiery curls in her face.

"I suppose this serves me right for sleeping on the couch when I have a perfectly good bed upstairs..." She mumbled to herself, finally moving to sit up. With a flick of her hand, she swept her scarlet locks back from her starry eyes and looked around. Someone had to show up eventually. Lexi was in the mood for some fun.

As she once more moved so she could stand up, her scenses kicked in and the scent of John hit her like a ton of bricks. It stirred a rush of feelings through her that had her swooning a bit, forcing her to grab the arm of the couch for support. Lexi stayed that way for a few minutes until she was sure she wouldn't black out and end up on the floor again. Once she was certain she was fine, she sauntered across the room and behind the bar. Maybe alcohol would help start the fun for her evening.

"If it doesn't, I'm sure I can find something." She thought aloud before grabbing her usual bottle of Jack. Not bothering to walk around the counter, Lexi pulled herself up onto it and turned so her feet hung over the edge with the chairs. Whistling a tune, she drank from the bottle periodically and waited for something to happen or someone to walk in.

[Dorian Zinatto]

Low and behold, after a long trek looking for work Orpheus found his way back to the Black Heart. Not that he didn't like the place, it just didn't look like he'd find much work there. Well, this is the time of year people start to appreciate his style of music more since romance crap sounds good out of a jazz horn. Thank you society, for making this holiday. Compared to his last appearance, the crisp black suit, neat tie, fedora and polished shoes the man looked damn well professional. Holding his trombone case loosely he approached Lexi from the side.
"Ello Lexi", he slightly grinned, then gestured over at the stage. "You guys have open mic tonight?" Hopefully they'd let him keep an open case for tips. Those little exchanges of loose change can go a long way.

[Ristar Black]

Lost in her thoughts, Lexi didn't hear Orpheus's entrance until he was right at her side. The sound of his voice surprised her enough to have her jumping a bit on the counter. She barely held back the scream that jumped to her throat, but didn't quite stop her bottle from flying out of her hand. It smashed at her feet while she watched him through glowing sapphire eyes.

"Dear Gods, Orpheus! You could have given me a heart attack!" She tossed at him, chuckling softly as she set a hand over her racing heart. "As for open mic night, have at it. The stage is for any that wish to use it." Lexi added as she began to relax again. Her breathing slowed and her eyes began to dim as she motioned towards the stage.

It was then that she caught sight of his get-up. She couldn't help but give him a low whistle in approval before flashing a grin at him. Lexi wasn't one to hold back when it came to certain things, not anymore. Instead, she spoke her mind and let others think what they wished. Simple, in her mind.

[Dorian Zinatto]

As the bottle shattered on the floor Orpheus kept a straight face despite the presto beating of his heart. "Um..." he couldn't help look at the bottle again before looking back to Lexi. "Ok, thanks" After she gave him the once over he gave her a coy wink before turning towards the stage. Once on it Orpheus pulled out a chair and started assembling the trombone, oiling the slide and tightening the screws. A few scales later he got a feel of the room and started things off with "My Funny Valentine". Orpheus took it soulfully, taking his time playing each verse of the ballad. The bell was pointed out to fill the room with such a sweet, sad song. Yet any couple could find it easy to slow dance to.

(( good god, there needs to be more trombone versions of this song out there Dx ))

[Dorian Zinatto]

With the last licks of the song Orpheus side stepped over to the trombone case, kicked it open, then slide it towards the edge of the stage for any change that would fall in. This wasn't going to be long, just a few songs then he'd be out of their hair. The stage lights were dim enough now for someone to see the faint glow of his brassy horn. A lot can be told about a musician and his/her instrument. This one had character. Scratches and worn down finish made the brand name hardly readable. In plain English this sucker was really old. Really old but in fine playing shape.

A large amount of spit had collected in the horn as evident when Orpheus released the spit valve. It's a good thing he always has a rag handy to clean up the mess. In the corner of his eye the sound system for the stage came to view. Inside Orpheus got a little excited. "Oy! Am I allowed to use your system here? And is there a laptop nearby perchance?"

[Ristar Black]

Lexi waited for him to walk away before waving a hand to clean up the Jack on the floor. The bottle reappeared back where it belonged and the mess disappeared as if it had never been there. Satisfied, she watched him walk away and fiddle with his instrument. She wasn't much for the playing, but she was an avid listener.

The song he chose had her shaking her head in amusement. Of course, the sweet songs. Valentines day had arrived and with it the masses of idiots that blew money on dead roses. However, the ridiculousness of the man-made holiday was softened a bit by the way he played. He was rather good. Lexi clapped her hands when he finished and laughed when he turned giddy over the system.

"Like the stage, you can use it as you wish. Just be careful. Kimiko won't be happy if you mess something up in it." She told him, lifting her hand to point to the laptop near him. "It shouldn't need a password. Have at it, handsome." Lexi added with a grin. Leaving him to it, she spun around on the bar top and pushed off to stand on her feet. She wanted another drink, and it wasn't Jack this time.

[Ristar Black]

((Sorry, easily distracted. smile ))

[Dorian Zinatto]

Orpheus let out a mild fist pump with his free hand before setting down the horn. Oh how this guy loved fiddling with sound systems. There was a masters degree under his belt after all. Still that didn't speed up the few minutes he used to set things up especially when taking the most care in not hurting the precious thing. The stage wasn't any brighter now, but now an upbeat drum and bass was playing swing style that'd make your toes tap. The next song he played was "Love for Sale". You'd think it's a love song but no, it's all about a prostitute. Hence the words "love" and "sale". A little "Easter egg" for anyone with the same humorous and cynical taste Orpheus had. Though his embouchure didn't allow it there was almost a smirk on his face. Like all jazz musicians do, or should do, he played this song in the appropriate style while staying in control. Swing was fast but can't be too fast otherwise dancers could never keep up. That was always something he kept in mind, Could a person dance to this?

((it's all good, I'm a bit slow today mrgreen ))

[Ristar Black]

While he tinkered, she Lexi mixed herself a drink and slipped from behind the bar. The man was a lot like her friend when it came to the system, though his preference in music differed greatly. No matter how hard she tried, she couldn't picture Kimiko playing such a song. She might dance to it, though. The other woman was known for her impulse when it came to what she wanted to have or do.

Laughing softly at her thoughts, she settled herself on a chair at the bar and refocused her attention. Her starry gaze watched him finish his song before she set aside her glass to clap once more. It was always a treat to watch someone who played as well as he did.

"Bravo. How old were you when you started playing?" She asked before his next number. She might have been the audience, but she wasn't about to be silent. While she waited, Lexi lifted her drink to her lips and sipped from her drink. ((Me too. I blame it on forty hours at work in four days, lol))