Hitch had two jobs that basically bathed him in the filth of humanity all ******** day long - so naturally he'd heard all about this ******** riverside party and all the cries of 'volleyball!' and 'bonfire!' and of course, 'wow gonna get so wasted!' If this had been six months ago, he would have just rolled his eyes and completely tuned out the entire affair and just gone on about his day.
Now, though, he had a sad boyfriend at home... not always sad, no, but sad enough, and he was more than happy to focus all of his energy on cheering him up instead of worrying about stupid s**t. So that's why when he'd gone home, instead of laughing with Tolliver about the party, instead he declared, "There's a party by the river tomorrow and we should go. I will ********' own you at Marco Polo babe."
Because really, he could give less of a ******** who was there. He didn't ******** know anyone, so why did it even matter? No, it wasn't about the people, it was just another chance to get Tolliver out of the apartment and maybe people watch and have some laughs and - anything he could possibly do to just make him smile and forget about the bullshit with Fritz for awhile. So here he was leading him gently towards this growing crowd of people, already making a face.
"If I try to punch someone, please stop me - actually don't - no, no, please do, " he grumbled with a playfully grouchy huff as he squeezed his boyfriend's hand. If only he was kidding, though. His swimsuit was not exactly new, but it still got the job done, and he'd had a baggy flannel thrown on and left unbuttoned instead of a t-shirt, but it was already hot enough that it was hanging off his shoulders and the temptation to fling it away somewhere were more than a little tempting.
Kuropeco
Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2015 8:29 am
Aitana's decision to go to the party was like most of her decisions lately. Completely last minute, unprepared, and on a whim. It really was a very lucky thing she still had a bathing suit balled up among her things. The strange cut-out one piece, blaring the colors of her home country, stood out from her bronzed skin tone, and the beaten up white volleyball that was carefully tucked beneath her arm.
When she arrived there were a lot of people already, congregating and hanging out, some in small groups, others simply enjoying the beach or food table. She didn't really have any interest in making friends or saying hi. It was highly unlikely there was anyone here she knew unless she happened upon someone else who had went to Meadowview with her. No, the Brazilian simply walked past everyone before plopping in the sand semi near the volleyball net.
The beaches in Destiny were different then the beaches of Brazil. But the feeling of warm sand beneath her was the same and was quite welcome given the low ache in her joints. Sighing a little, more a release of tension and aggression she leaned back on her elbows, eyes watching the horizon over the water.
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Aitana is on the beach near the volleyball net. Feel free to bother the grump or come play an overly competitive game of volleyball with her.
Any opportunity at free food was an opportunity that Corey Boone could not pass up. And when you threw in the ambiance of women in bathing suits well.. there was nothing in the world that was going to keep the giant man-boy away. Having fully staffed the arcade to replace his absence Corey had doned his Pac man swim trunks and strapped a beaten up acoustic guitar across a chest that was far too white for as late in the summer as it was.
By the time he arrived the party was already hopping and the already excited man was entirely eating it up, heightening his already jovial mood. Eyes trailed from group to group trying to figure out where he wanted to start first, seeming far more like a 16 year old than the 30 year old man he was. Pretty girls were everywhere he looked, though unsurprisingly the vast majority seemed either under-aged or seemingly paired up. That was alright though, he could admire from a far!
Making his way towards the food, having decided to stuff himself a bit before he got to playing around, he spotted Elissa setting out some absolutely delicious looking sweets. "Well what do we have here?" He piped pleasantly, offering the young woman a wide smile. He'd came for burgers and chips, but there was no rush. He had all the time in the world for sweets and a cute face.
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Corey is in the food area and is open for anyone to talk to or bother.
Gwen was quite content since the party wasn't completely mobbed yet, she was enjoying the picnic food, and to top it off she had her cup of wine. Life at that point was pretty marvelous. She gazed out over the water which, if it got any hotter, she'd certainly be taking a dip in soon. Needless to say Gweneth was happy that her brother had convinced her to go. He was right. This really would be an opportune time to meet some new people and make friends, which she desperately needed.
A voice not too far from her broke her little reverie. Her eyes quickly found the dark haired girl who had chosen a spot on the grainy sand not to far away. Gwen smiled and covered her mouth as she attempted to swallow down a bit of hamburger. "Sorry about that. Yea it really is! There's such a beautiful landscape here."
She took a quick drink of her wine to wash down the bits of hamburger still stuck. "I am Gweneth by the way, but feel free to just call me Gwen." Putting down her cup, which she had carefully crafted a cup holder for in the sand, Gwen pt her mostly empty plate of food beside it and brushed off her hands. "It's a hot one today too. A perfect day for a lake party. It won't be too long until I am looking to get into the water."
"So, are you from around this area? I just moved here. It's nice to know that there's places like this not too far outside of the city."
Chailee finally finished blowing up her inner tube and got a good chuckle out of it. The thing literally looked like a donut. A yellow donut with pink icing, sprinkles and a small bite out of it to top it off. She was extremely happy with her purchase and couldn't wait to try it out! She wasted no time in slipping off her sun dress and quickly applying some sunscreen. The last thing she needed was to turn into a cherry because she was in too much of a hurry.
With her sunblock applied, she tossed her hair up into a messy big bun on the top of her head, before slipping the tube over her waist and hurrying to the water. In the process of her rushing though she miscalculated how large the inner tube actually was and completely ran into a boy who was standing on the beach facing away from the water.
"Ohhhh! I am so sorry!" She dropped the inner tube and it fell to the sand. "I wasn't paying enough attention." A blush creeped across her face though it could be mistaken as a reaction to the heat of the day.
Guine
Oh hey Ilian.
Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2015 3:01 pm
Chris forced a smile when Paris reminded him that he would know if he met someone before if they acted like they knew him. While that may be the case, he was hoping for a little more of a heads up so he wasn’t just telling everyone he spoke to that he didn’t remember them, especially if he had no reason to know them. For all he knew, they might just be friendly, or know him from seeing his face elsewhere.
He made himself comfortable on the towel that Paris had spread out, watching as more and more people began to arrive, wondering if he knew any of them and just didn’t know it. Hopefully they wouldn’t take offense to him not waving to them or greeting them as he normally would have. At least his younger brother seemed to be enjoying himself.
“The cabin will be near a lake,” he reminded her as he took the offered drink and looked around again.
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“Really?” Ilian asked in surprise, staring at Lovely like he didn’t realize that he didn’t know his friend as well as he thought he might. “You mean your family doesn’t have a grand lake house or boats or anything like that? Wow…” He supposed when Lovely’s family was always away, there wasn’t much time for family vacations.
Not too put off by Lovely’s disinterest in the water, Ilian nodded in agreement. “Hopefully there’s something other than burgers…” he said with a small groan. While he didn’t often handle making the food itself, he was often sent to clean the equipment. He would be surprised if he didn’t smell like grease, no matter how much he tried to shower the smell away. After a while it just absorbed into your skin… or maybe it was just all in his head.
“What about picnics? Or barbeques? You’ve been to those, right?” he wondered, prepared to head towards where the food was laid out when he was suddenly bumped with an inner tube. “Whoa, careful,” he said, turning to look with concern at the girl. “Are you okay?”
Kolina
Hello! <3
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Peter couldn’t help but grin wider when Haven pointed out his hair. “Yeah, I figured since we’ll be in high school I should probably do something other than just roll out of bed,” he said with a small shrug that was clearly meant to look nonchalant, but it was obvious that he was pleased with how his haircut had turned out. He felt more mature, at least.
“Your brother didn’t want to stay? Will you need a ride back? Paris is dropping me off at Michael’s after this. We can take you home if you’d like. Or if you just want to crash at his place, you can take my bed,” he offered, wondering a little too late if that was weird to suggest. “I mean I’ll be on the couch,” he clarified with a grimace, making a face at what he was sure she would retort with. “Before you start harassing me, I’m just trying to be nice, okay?”
"No problem," Elysha smilingly reassured her new acquaintance as Gwen took a sip of her drink after a bite of her burger. Meanwhile in the yet to be so crowded area, she kept her relaxed state as she waited patiently, listening for Gwen's next words as the soothing sound of birds at play in the nearby forest trees thrilled her senses. She nodded as she gave her next reply, "I totally agree with you, Gwen. I'll probably find myself out here every now and then to relax between busy days. I don't imagine I'll ever get over how this is all so fantastic to take in, a real example of how nature can be rejuvenating."
She extended her hand to shake Gwen's as she introduced herself in kind, "I'm Elysha. It's nice to meet you."
Then she addressed the query she was given, "It's about half a year since I moved here. I have some childhood friends in the area I danced with growing up but no family here. Though my mom and I are talking about the possibility that she'll move here and live with me."
"Though I'm still quite new here, too, I'd like to say, welcome to Destiny City, Gwen," she said brightly and then also went on to ask Gwen, "How did you go about deciding to move here? That is if you don't mind me asking of course."
Kolina
Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2015 7:42 pm
Ryan had been cooped up healing from his week in hell when a crazy spirit was trying to kill and a several others. Only really had been out to make sure he had everything ready for his very last semester in college which promised to be hell. With two weeks left till the start of school there was no way he was missing this opportunity to enjoy himself. His life practically belonged to the negaverse these days and he needed to find a balance.
He still had a healing bruise on his hit and another on his left ribcage, but they weren't bothersome or noticeable enough to draw to much attention. So he went sans a shirt, leaving his shoes in his car and headed to the lake. The triathlete honestly didnt feel like looking to hard for swim shorts so he just grabbed a pair he usually wore in competition.
He wasn't sure, standing in his swim short what he wanted to do first, but seeing a girl that looked like she might be able to give him a good game sitting by the volleyball net he figured volleyball first, swimming later. Nothing wrong with working on the tan he would never need first and getting a little work out in.
He headed to the girl grabbing the ball as he went, "you play? "
It wasn't that he really wanted to go, this wasn't his sort of thing, but he needed to get out of the house and not be alone. He was used to death, and killing, and blood - yes. But he'd never been kidnapped much less kidnapped and forced to do anything. it wasn't that he was suffering but he was perhaps as well? He easily could have died up there and then what? his family, friends, his dog, Aiden. All of them gone and none would have a clue where he'd gone or what had happened to him, aside from Katya and any other officers who he called friend. Shaking his head, fingers tugging at his hair, he hissed as it pulled on the wound across his chest and down to his stomach area.
The stitches were out, thankfully, but it still pulled and bothered him. It was something to get used to and find some way in the future to excuse when someone saw and asked. He still wasn't sure how to explain his absence for so long or why he wasn't contacting anyone. he'd been keeping to his home and talking with Katya since then. She was the one pushing him out of the house and to do something, she'd threatened to add to the injuries he already had and give him a few more pretty scars. She was smart in knowing it would get him out of the house and socializing again.
Dressed nicely, something he'd bought at the start of summer on a shopping spree of his, he was finally getting to wear it as he made his way down the path and out to the clearing where people were already gathered and enjoying themselves. Sunglasses covered his eyes and tinted everything a few shades darker, thankfully as he didn't care for some females overly bright dress. Rolling his eyes he made his way toward the refreshments, intent upon grabbing a bottle of water, his eyes constantly looking around to spot anyone he knew - he was bound to know a few people.
(Open for interactions.)
Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2015 9:43 pm
Any time with Nadia was a good time, of course. She was laid back and pleasant, but never stingy with the adoration Ash so loved to receive. Before the Advent of the Dog, she’d taken to just showing up when she felt the want of a little companionship, but lately it had been a bit harder to do so. The smell was a turn off, as was the threat of cat-chasing the beast represented. Luckily, Nadia seemed to understand that and offered times like now to get out and still spend time together, away from the Beast.
The beach had seemed like a capital idea when she’d suggested it, and while it wasn’t something Ash usually went for, if she was with her senshi then it would be fun. Settled contentedly in the cute little carry bag Nadia had gotten for her, Ash was happy to play the part of a pampered pet and be carried along under her arm.
“I don’t care where we set up, Darling. I’m certainly not going to be swimming! If you’re going to though, maybe closer is better. At least then I can watch and you’ll be close in case, god forbid, someone brought a dog and they get wind of me! Being chased down the sand is not my idea of a fun day.” She chattered as Nadia walked. Text messages had been sent to various people and the silver cat was excited by the idea that Colin had been invited. She hadn’t seen the Trek-loving boy in far too long, it would be nice to catch up! He knew how to treat a lady-cat properly, just as Nadia did.
Soon enough, chatter from the silver cat was forced to cease as a young man joined them, looking entirely pleased to see her companion. The smell that wafted from him, however, was not pleasant to the cat in the carry bag. That was dog smell. Nose scrunched, Ash sneezed, debating if she was going to dislike this person or not, on account of their poor taste. They were friends of Nadia’s though… so maybe she would hold judgement.
Distraction came in the form of another boy to join them, his hair long and dark. Nadia seemed to be getting all of the attention today, but to her pleasure, this one took notice of her, and even knew her name! Ash straightened up with a cheerful little prrt sound, her tail curling back and forth in the confines of the bag. She all but preened as he talked about her fur, her head lifted. WELL. He certain had wonderful taste.
Ash set to washing her face as the humans greeted each other, content to settle back for now while she was forced to silence. There wouldn’t be much contributing on her part while the stranger was around, but lots of listening to do.
Nadia had made sure that Ash had everything the cat would need, as she set up the girl's towel, along with a cushion. She even stealthily hid a drink with a straw, if the catgirl decided she wanted to sneak a sip.
She was also secluded enough from people that she wasn't worried about strangers overhearing Ash speak. She just had to remember that Ash couldn't talk in front of Auguste.
"That's two handsome men for you to oogle at Ash." Nadia whispered down to the cat, as Auguste and Lorne joined them. Lorne's swimming outfit made her apperciate the companies who made a little less, so she could see a little more.
And Auguste was adorable as cutie.
"Colin might join us later." She announced to the boys, "But welcome to the lake. I hear drinks and food are around, If you wanna take a look with me Auguste." She went over to Lorne first, bring him down for a very awkward amazing kiss and then waving to Ash. "Take care of my precious baby Lorne."
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Kuropeco
FrayedFlower
Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2015 6:55 am
Wearing a newly purchased swimsuit beneath a long, baggy t-shirt, a pair of flats, and carrying a bag with towels and some other supplies - sunscreen, sunglasses, a beach ball to inflate, Desdemona flashed a smile at no one in particular as she arrived at the scene of the party she'd heard so many people raving about at school. There was already a decent crowd, some groups bigger than others. She'd sent a text to Emory already, just in case he was interested... but he wasn't here, and she was.
It was a little thrilling, really. This was the first... anything like this she had been to since her corruption. No, Desdemona was not real; she was more a mask for Amphitrite than the other way around, and she didn't think that would ever change. But there were some things Desdemona could do that Amphitrite simply could not.
She tugged her t-shirt over her head, proudly displaying the flat belly and toned arms that a lot of training - a lot - had earned her over the past six months. She had come since a long way since she had gone home with Elle that first night.
The water tempted her, and she badly wanted to go in - but first things first. Sunscreen. And one likely target caught her eye, her smile brightening as she stepped a little closer to the snack table. "Excuse me. Pacman?" She tilted her head and made sure to bat her eyes a few times as she held up the bottle. "Sorry to bother you, but - do you think you could help me?"
It was a test, really. She had a certain charm as Amphitrite, she knew that; so, did Desdemona have it too?
Isaiah loathed online groups. He took no part in facebook's friend groups, or following others on Tumblr. He found no reason to get into Twitter with its frequently useless updates about taking a s**t in the men's restroom for a change, or the fact that someone nearly sideswiped someone else on the interstate. No, if Isaiah spent time on the internet, he dedicated that time to friends left behind or legitimate research on topics that concerned his work. Coupled in that were daily events so he knew what to plan for stock that day.
Today, he found, the auto parts store on James and Atwood streets was shut down due to terrorist attacks. In response, he expanded the automotive wares on display.
Among other news was a coming beach party, which brought to fore all the bike paraphernalia he collected over his years. With long summer days still ahead and autumn hosting the potential for dry weather, Isaiah knew he'd find good sales on both sections. Already the public responded well, and he looked forward to spending the day inside while temperatures reached sweltering heat. He kept the shop a few degrees cooler for welcoming the customers. Isaiah prepared to spend his day inside, among a crisp sixty-eight degrees with ample access to any beverage he wanted (and enough bored cashiers to get him anything not immediately within reach), but a single text ruined all chances of sticking around to watch the latest hot piece of a** fumble with the register.
Nadia texted, his phone informed him. "******** flirt," he muttered under his breath as he scanned the message. His cashier looked back at him questioningly and fumbled with the back of her skirt, pulling it down past the mid-thigh range. "Not you," he clarified as he stood.
"I'm going out for a while. Mind the store, will you?" Passing the counter, bony fingers slid along one of the display cases. The girl looked mortified, the color nearly drained from her face. "Have a sense of humor! It's only your second day. I like to wait at least three before I start firing people." This hadn't at all assuaged the girl's fears, but Isaiah wasn't particularly concerned. A quick call to Enrique in his office established him as acting manager and Isaiah changed in the back room for easier summer attire.
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By the time he arrived, Isaiah wore black board shorts featuring a few cloth straps and a simple mesh sleeveless jacket. His pallor showed easily in the sun; he felt as though he should've worn courtesy tights to avoid blinding some of the visitors. Additionally, a measure of self-consciousness surfaced with the surfeit of other men around who didn't exhibit the same metrosexual leanings as he - with so many hairy legs crowding the place, his bare twigs looked quite out of place.
The punch was, perhaps, easiest to spot - and it looked like others provided their own alcohol with a few generous donations. The text never mentioned that he needed to bring his own, but he supposed that mattered less than meeting up with Nadia and scoring as much flirtation out of her as closed relationships would allow. But she wasn't the first or only girl around who looked like his type - a pale redhead in green looked like she was going to burn to death - did she not know to apply sunblock a half hour before going out? - and the girl next to her looked just as well. A brunette in a brilliant salmon sundress and obnoxious gold sandals stood as eyecatching in a questionable way, but she looked rather young. And as he looked further, he finally spotted Nadia among a couple men, while giving one a very telling kiss.
So that's the boyfriend.
Deciding that playing ignorant was the ticket, Isaiah elected to abstain from the alcohol momentarily and take stock of the swimmers showing their muscles out on the lake. A cigarette was stolen from a pack within the mesh jacket and he lit up while watching a few of the more interesting breast strokes out there. A few girls casually splashed each other sometimes a few guys dropped by to mingle with the opposite sex, some kids played near water's edge, and he caught sight of a man in his peripheral who sprinted toward the lake. "Watch for leeches," he commented wryly, flashing the man a wink as he passed.
Now keep running so I could get a good look at your a** before it hits the water. Go on, now. Hurry up with it.
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Viva Viola
talkin to u mitry
Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2015 8:17 am
The sound of the beach was quite different from the loud and chaotic sounds of the construction site. And as her eyes lulled slightly shut against the sun her mind was subconciously drifting towards something vaguely similar to relaxation.
She was not there for very long however before a voice cut through her absence of thought. Eyes opening, Aitana focused on the man the voice belonged to for a brief moment. Really it wouldn't have mattered WHO had asked her for a game, she would have obliged. But the fact that this man was an athlete of some sort, read quite easily from his body and choice of suit, made the prospect all the more exciting. Maybe he'd actually be a worthwhile opponent and it wouldn't just be a blood bath (not that those weren't fun sometimes).
Pushing herself up from the ground, a hand vaguely brushing at the sand clinging to her bottom and legs, she grinned mildly, her voice and words distinguishable but laced with a heavy accent. "I play yes. You any good?"
Kaori_luv
His eyes had been on sweets, seeming to debate quite seriously exactly which one he was going to choose - even though he knew quite well that he would likely take both. The word 'Pacman' however drew his attention to a different version of sweet his eyes settling, with just a hint of surprise, on the bikini'd beauty with a bottle in tow. Was it his lucky day or what?
How old is she? It was an immediate and instinctual question, something ingrained in his head since the day he opened his arcade and found his days filled with school aged children and teens. Definitely young.. but legal...? He couldn't quite tell. Err on the side of caution and don't be too much of a creeper. Do not pass go, do not collect $200.
Was she flirting? Or had his age simply given her the 'dad' vibe. It hardly matter in the end and he gave her a wide grin and extended his hand both in greeting and acceptance. "Yeah sure thing. Safety first and all that jazz."
With his free hand he was sliding the guitar strap and guitar off of his back, leaning it lightly against the snack table so it was out of the way. "I'm Corey Boone, but Pacman is totally cool too."
Smoothhh. Only time would tell how long 'that' lasted though if and when he actually did start lathering the young lady up.
Extending a handshake? - not totally the reaction she was going for, although the look he gave her told a whole different story, didn't it? That was more fun. She smiled sweetly back at him as she took the offered hand, squeezing his fingers gently before she released them.
"Boone. That's cute." She laughed softly as she turned her back on him, casting a glance back out of the corner of her eye. "Pacman's cuter though. - oh, " almost as though she'd forgotten, "I'm Desdemona, by the way. It's a bit long though, so call me whatever you'd like."
She held the bottle out behind her. "So... you play that?" Desdemona asked, motioning back to the guitar with a tilt of her head. "Are you good?" There was absolutely no innuendo there at all. Perish the thought.
Iris_virus
Listen she's 18 (sort of) he's fine. xd
Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2015 12:46 pm
Realizing that the boy was perfectly alright and she was making a fuss over nothing Chay reached down to pick up the inner tube she had dropped and pulled it back up around her waist. "Oh I am fine. I was just...ya know...Uh..." She blushed a bit more with the boys focus on her. When she looked away slightly to try and feel like she was staring or stuttering anymore was when she noticed a familiar blonde.
"Oh! Hi Lovely!" Needless to say she now felt bad that she hadn't noticed him right away. "How have you been?" She smiled before glancing back at the boy she had bumped into. "So were you two headed off to swim?"
Guine
Sorry for itty bitty post. Allergies have me in a major fog right now and I can barely think.
Gwen shook the girls hand. "Wonderful to meet you Elysh." She smiled before picking at a potato chip on her plate. She noted she was still somewhat hungry. Picnics and wine always made her want to pick at food constantly.
"Well you know the city a bit better than I do at this point. I've just been sort of roaming around trying to get a feel for it. I don't really have any specific places I go to. Not yet anyway."
She paused for a moment when Elysha asked why she had moved here. "Well. There's a bit of a story behind it but pretty much I left a bigger cityt o come to a smaller one. I just, I felt the need to get away and see something different and be somewhere that was still in a city but had a bit more nature." She gestured to their current surroundings. "I think I made a good choice." With a chuckle and reached down for her cup and took another large gulp before realizing it was empty already. She looked down in dismay.
"Well, I am empty and need a refill. Care for anything? I am thinking about hopping in the water once I get back."
shyanimegrl
Foggy brain = uninspired post. So sorry. Didn't wanna leave ya hanging though.
At that Dmitry stopped just before he could even place a toe in the water. Leeches? WELL...If there were leeches in the water, he was sure all the chicks [and maybe some guys he didnt know] would be dashing out of the water. At that, he turned to the gentleman with a smirk. Some one was PROBABLY trying to flirt with him maybe? "Leeches huh? How do you know there's leeches in the water?" He gave him a once over, eyebrow raised. "Dont seem like the type to enjoy the sun much...?" He wasnt being an a**, but hey, if dude took offense, that was his fault. Dmitry walked up to the gentleman, tempted to take the cig from him, which he did, taking a long drag with a smirk before blowing to the side away from his face.
So much for quitting cold turkey.
"So, what brings you here? Sorry about taking the cig, couldnt resist. Names Dmitry by the way..." he grinned, cig and all. "Yours?"
While he waited, he pulled out his phone to text a certain special friend he liked to bother.
So you dont get to see more of his a** Isaiah, but you now have his full attention unfortunetly.
