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mindremanent2013-12-14 05:42 pm
inksmears) wrote in mindremanent2013-12-14 05:42 pm
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mistletoe meme
SURPRISE MISTLETOE! NOW KISS!
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[She's dressed classy in spirit of the party... though to be fair she usually dressed a little classy. Or maybe "uptight" was the better word. She chose to wore a suit if only because in this kind of a situation it was easiest. Dresses and heels were hard to move in. Not only that but such things just wasn't her style anyway.
Her gaze seems to be drawn on someone across the room for a long moment... but after a pause she finally glances up at him.]
Yes, I did. I spoke to them earlier while you were away. I'm not certain why they wanted me to attend this as a criteria for more information but it seems to have served its purpose. Of course they also told me I have to stay for a certain number of hours so I can't leave yet. [They kept their promise so... she had to keep hers. As weird as it was but this client was a family friend so such an eccentric request was all right this time.]
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[Classy or no, at least Naoto knew how to fit in with the group with the formalities and proper attire. Rock, on the other hand, is... well... as formal as he can get with his own funds. He's here to be the meat shield for Naoto, so he didn't really consider the party to be something like this!
His eyes did follow her gaze at that particular 'someone' she was looking at, although he tried to hide his staring by making it look like he was gazing at everyone else that has attended to the party. And upon hearing her explanation, all he could do is give her a pat on the shoulder.]
Well, if that's how it is then it looks like we'll be around for a long night. It's all good though. I'm not in a rush to go anywhere, and when was the last time we could properly relax like this anywhere anyway? Might as well enjoy it while it lasts. [And as much as he wanted to ask what else she had spoken with the client, it'll be both a bad idea in case someone is listening and because he'd probably get lost over most of the situation. Who knows if corporate politics or family feuding is involved or what.]
Gotta admit though. Didn't think the party would be this particularly festive. Almost feels like a formal ball party than a christmas one. Then again, this is probably what the normal life is like for people on this side of the financial end.
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But this wasn't the time and place for thinking about that. He was right. Simply standing here and being present would have to suffice given the importance of this case to her.]
I wouldn't say this is normal life but it certainly is a more common occurrence than it would be for normal people. [She would know. Sort of. Her grandpa would have gatherings sometimes like this in their estate and when she was little she remembered watching all the people from the upstairs balcony.
She huffs a bit.] It's too crowded in my opinion.
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And by escort, I mean him placing an arm around her and gently pulled her along with him so that it would be easier to get the message.] Well, in that case, let's find somewhere that is less crowded. We just need to be in the premises of the area, right? We can find another place to take a breather at and get away from this crowd. I remember seeing a balcony free, so we can head over there to get some air. It shouldn't be too cold either, so that's also a plus.
sorry for the delay!! work sucks
Hm? Ah... yes. That would be acceptable.
[She's definitely had enough of this gathering to be honest. She wants to go home... but a deal was a deal and she follows him as he leads her away. She's grateful to be out in the fresh air once they step outside on the balcony.
She pauses awkwardly before speaking again,] Thank you.
S'all good! I know the feeling all too well with school.
[Once the cool breeze whisks by when they step out, Rock lets out a small sigh of relief now that they are free from the party crowd. He'll even let out a slight chuckle now that the feeling of freedom is starting overwhelm him.]
Good lord... after tonight, I think I'll just pick up something to eat for the two of us after this is all over. This atmosphere? Definitely not my tastes. And maybe its the drink they're serving, but I am getting pretty heated up since we've arrived.
[Whether that is actually from someone maybe spiking the punch bowl as per tradition in a party, his nervousness suddenly turn into a source of warmth, or him still having his arm around Naoto's small frame playing a part of it all... who knows. Either way, he's a lot more relaxed now that the two of them are alone.]
Thanks for bringing me along though. I know it's not exactly professional to bring in civilians and all to your case, but I do appreciate it all the same. Maybe sometime I'll take you to a party back in my hometown... well, that is if you can deal with an american atmosphere.