Haven Masquerade (( OPEN ))

[adeco]

What was taking Starus so long? Aila sat patiently, not helping but over hear the conversation at the next table. And then she heard something about age. She moved closer to their table. "Growing older isn't so bad. I'm in my forties now but I feel 10 years younger than that. You're as old as you feel. But I will say young man. You just said some words that no woman wants to hear." She said with a chuckle. "You're in trouble now." She said jokingly.

[dbkillerex]

John was silent, and simply nodded. "Happy hunting indeed" He growled with his low voice. His gaze long directed toward the dancing crowd Ill find my way in there... You'll see.... Now, to find a worthy dance partner

Johns legs roamed across the dance floor with an unexplainable grace. His marble-like eyes emitted a dimming glow of malevolence.

Spreading his spray-painted pitch black wings to full width It's metallic shine and dark shade mixed well with the color of his cloak, almost though costum-made for the masquarade. It now gave him a very wicked, unique and appealing appearance. hopefully attracting wanted attention from curious women

A speck of energy. Eco signatures where like tiny blue dark and green lights, in the middle of a dark room. And he wanted to be the one to dim that light, claim it as his own. DB's eyes suddenly flashed, his head turned sharply side-ward. The empty glass left his grip and fell over the table with a clunk, "Ill be back soon dear" He assured with a soft, warm tone.

DB vanished inside thick purple fog, the rays of light going through and over his body. His steps making no sound, he melted into the crowd and moved fluidly through the shadows, his realm. His dark heart beat in an inhuman rhythm, circulating pure eco through-out his entire system. It's beat was steady like a metronome and it's paste only hastened, filling each and every cell in his being with pure dark-blue energy.

Appearing in the seat next to indigo his pure white teeth displayed in a devious shark-like grin and his pitch black eyes where in perfect contrast to his pale white mask.Taking off his snowy white latex glove he lay his right hand on the table and began tapping over it, slowly. Small crackles of energy could be felt by any blue eco user around, the immense energy surged through his every cell, and the wild force of darkness enveloped him. The taping turned quicker, Inside his dark eyes a lightning storm was brewing, his hair spiked over slightly and his strength amplified ten times fold. Slowly blue Eco built itself into his muscles and entered blood stream causing his heart beat even quiker. The transformation was complete.

Straightening his tux and dusting it off, a few single ladies, and some who already had a partner noticed his elegant appearance and his seductibe good-looks and sent out helpless stares hoping him to notice.
DB's eyes went side to side through the crowd and picked out the various eco users, from rawling to starus, to benjamin, to kelina and finally onto Aike. "Enjoying yourself?" He asked, not even glancing over to indigo as he spoke. His clear velvet voice had an alluring dark eco finish to it.

The mere presence of scorpio threatened the life of everyone inside the building. His every breath was a danger to the structural integrity of heaven city. DB's totall control and understanding of the two highly desirable ecos was unmatchable, his power unimaginable to common minds and his devilish ways too malicious to be understood with common sence. And now as the one who conquored the most corruptive force, his raw force uncompared to, he felt an old sweet-bitter sensation... Blood-lust.

[Neki]

In an action so unlike her, Shinrah gave a small giggle. She realized all the time she had been spending with Leo had been unfreezing her cold heart. Somehow it made her feeel better to know that it was even possible. She smiled, without even really thinking about it. Such warmth there was in Leo. Something that just maybe get her through the rest of her life.She had to smileatthat. Who wouldn't.

She could, for the moment, banish all thoughts of anything else. Shinrah was happy with herslef. How many times when she was at that cursed orphanage had she dreamt of something like this. How many times had she been beaten because they wanted a tame pet. Well, It wasn't going to happen, ever. She looked up at Leo, her green grey eyes filed with more happiness than they ever had been before. A real happiness, not the euphoria brought on by the thrill of a challenge.

"Thank you." She whispered before looked back down. She was going to enjoy this small bit of time no matter what.

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As the eco entered his veins his body gave a convulsive twitch. Even so, he was ready, bracing himself for it. It was easy to get over, and only left him with slight haunted twitches. He sighed and tucked the empty syringe away. No use leaving it out where anyone could see it. With that done he felt much revived, in a guilty sort of way. He hated the fact that he was so dependant on the same substance that wasused to nearly kill him so many times. It was sickening really, what that woman had done. He had to grit his teeth in the effort to keep cotnrol of an eco reacting tohis own anger. With tha tdone eh thought about the couple he had seen. He just couldn't get them of his head for some reason. The woman had seemed so much like Shinrah..... but no. The was electricity in this woman. Shinrah had never shown an inclination towards it. He never even knew he could channel the stuff until he was in the prison. He sighed. Jaythen knew he would find out sooner or later. Then another thought intruded. At some point in the near future he wanted o dance with the green haired girl.

[neferti]

Ku noticed a trio sitting over at some tables close to him, one of which held a woman who was unoccupied.
He thought,"I should start a conversation with them I suppose. Gotta stay in a good mood on such a beautiful night." He glanced up at the star-filled sky before heading over to the table where the woman sat and cleared his throat.
Ku said,"Hello madame. My name is Ku. Mind telling me what's going on over here?"

[Nelly]

_______;;Alikae;;_________

His smile did not falter in the least when the man clad in feminine attire rushed over to where the two stood. In fact, there was even a slight hint of smugness that spread across his pale lips as he watched the poor girl be ushered toward him by the ‘woman.’

Alikae did notice, indeed, that the pain in his head intensified ever so beautifully. He welcomed it. You see, pain for him was a good thing. It let him know that he was not just an unfeeling, cold-blooded murderer. No – he couldn’t, not in a million years stand to call himself that.

He was a passionate cold-blooded murderer. Yes, sir.

The lovely Ms. Kelinna had been shoved toward him, her hand placed into his own. The stinging he felt was glorious. Ah, yes... He nodded assurance to her, letting her know he would lead flawlessly. With a quick appreciative glance tossed toward the ‘lady,’ Alikae closed his hand gently around Kelinna’s and slipped through the dancing throngs to an open space. The music was perfect, with a nice pianist’s intro. “Don’t fret, Miss,” he said. “Just follow my lead.” He assumed the top posture, helping her do the same. And then, with fluid steps, they danced. “One, two, three; one, two, three…..” Alikae noted each step. He grinned and pulled Kelinna through a graceful spin. And the pain of her closeness – oh it felt splendid!

He chuckled lightly down at her. “You see—” Began the man, but he broke off the minute he felt an interesting aura draw near his own. It was a very powerful one; Dark, menacing, much like his own.

“Enjoying yourself?”Asked a sadistic voice behind him. Well, he was in fact having quite some fun… oh well. This was even better.

Still staring into the young lady’s lovely face, he smiled. “Excuse me, my dear…” Alikae turned, the ever-present smile beaming as he looked down at the deathly creature before him. It was shaped as a man, though had claws and skin as gray as the sky after rain. Those cold black eyes locked with Alikaes’ own red ones, and he could tell he wasn’t welcome here.

“Indeed, I was… However, I don’t mind the interruption,” he said. In fact, this was what he’d been craving since the moon had risen. His gloved fingers twitched in anticipation. Finally… Alikae cocked his head to the side, ever so slightly, and couldnt help but ask, almost childishly, “How about we play a game?”

[adeco]

Suddenly Rawling paused and started looking around the courtyard. The eyes widened with alertness and haste. "I know that signature.. DB.. don't screw this night up!" He thought. Rawling recognized the signature DB was giving off. He's felt it before every battle they got into. DB has transformed..

But he was not going to act out on it unless something happened. DB had his reasons to use his eco so assuming he's about to crash the party would be ignorant.

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Surprised by the sudden approach by this young man Aila turned her head quickly and hesitated for a moment, "Oh hello there. Just carrying on idol conversation. Oh, and I am Aila." she said placing her hand to her chest.

At that moment, Starus finally came back with two glasses of champaign. He immediately saw another man at his table talking to his wife. No hard feelings were made but he was going to joke with this person. He arrived at the table and was greeting by a little wave from his wife's hand. "That didn't take long did it?" Aila joked.

"I know. The waiters are extremely busy tonight." Starus said setting the glasses down and then turning his attention to this new person. "Ah what have we here? Were you intending on asking my wife for a dance?" He was really joking but he sounding like he wasn't. He brought up that strong, commanding, and intimidating tone of voice.

He then turned to Aila and winked. She understood what he was doing. " Oh no dear, don't! He was just talking to me."
"Oh was he now!? Are you interested in this woman sir!?" His voice was booming. Even the touchest KG soldier would fear this tone.
"Starus stop it! Don't do anything stupid!"

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Khaloron was searching intently for this girl. He yellow eyes seemed to scan across the grounds and he found nothing. This was a petty request from Jynx and it was one thing that Khaloron was getting tired of. Manhunts, searches, disposal of failed experiments, "This is hopeless, John. There is far too many people here to try and search for one person. Her hair may even be covered."

"I don't know about you but I'm beginning to grow tired of Killian's orders. We are elite amongst the Hora'quan and yet we take orders from this human female! What has happened to our pride! Our honor! He spoke telepathically to Johny

[Altairas]

Audra smiled as the man spoke to her nervously. At least he sounds as prepared as I am. She joked with herself, her eyes dancing with excitement. She extended her hand and spoke. " Well I would love to dance." In a lighter whisper she added. " Don't worry I can't dance either. "

With a slight glance to the mans eyes she caught them widen. She raised an eyebrow but before she asked what was wrong she felt it. A almost electric oppressiveness that radiated from somewhere through crowds in the distance. She shivered, her eco making her outstretched hand glow with a hazy golden hue. "Uh. . ." Audra trailed off, her eyes flashing to the roofs and tables, her mind calculating the best escape rout. " Is everything ok?" She asked him, her eyes returning to his face having found what they were looking for.

Leo smiled almost confused at why Shinrah had thanked him. Was it the kiss? He thought resting his head on top of hers and she held him close. He took a breath, a grin stretching across his face as he smelled her hair. Everything made him feel at peace He could feel the loud beating of his heart in his chest, her strong grip around him, as well as the small sparks that danced around his fingers. " Your welcome." He answered after a long moment of silence between the two of them.

[neferti]

Ku instinctively turned his head to the new person and looked back at the woman.
He thought,"Of course..." Ku sighed and quickly turned his attention back to the man.
Ku took a deep breath and said,"I apologize sir. I didn't know that she had a partner for this evening. I thought that she was alone. If you wish for me to do so, I will leave." He stood up and made a smile towards the man.

[Neki]

She siled as he whispered to her. How could anything get better. Maybe.... maybe now was the time to tell him, to be truthful. The words were like daggers in her heart. She wasn't sure she should. What if..... what if he left. What if it was too much for him. She had never ben this close to anyone else, not even in the gang. Except... no, she wasn't going to think of him. She looked up at Leo, watching his sightless eyes for a moment.

" Hey Leo," She said softly. Sh didn't wasnt anyone else to hear. " Can we go sit down. Theres something I need to talk to you about." She said. With a feeling of duscomfort she pulled away from him slightly and flashed him a smile. This will go well... I can't screw it up/... if I do.... She let the thought hang inside her head.

[trixie]

Shane sat one the soft couch, fidgeting like crazy. His copper hair was spiked around his head, his bangs flopped in his eyes as he looked at his hands. He kept loosening and tightening his fold tie. Every once in a while he'd crack his fingers nervously. Shane tapped his foot in a quick rhythm. Suddenly he heard a loud Clap! on the stairs.

His eyes shot up and got caught in the deep green jewels of Raven's emerald eyes. Her smile lit up the room. Her hair pulled into a neat up-do. Shane stood up and walked over to the stairs. He took her hand and pulled her into a tight embrace. She blushed a deep crimson and put her arms around his neck. Shane smiled wide, "You look beyond what words can describe."

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Heat filled the air along with the smell of vanilla, coconut, and rum. The soft rumble of a bass playing vibrated out of the open window. Then a loud rip of note after note sang through the wind. The noise and windows came from a small, open window in a medium sized house. The lamp was turned to a low setting. Sitting on a queen-sized water bed sat a small girl with bright red/copper hair. Her eyes were closed, her features relaxed. Along with the beat of the music, her foot tapped in the air. The sound of heavy screaming and insane guitar solos filled the room and slowly drifted out the window.

The girl's eyes opened slowly and she sat up with a silent sigh. The phone that sat on her bedside table buzzed. She opened it and read the new message. Rayne come to the dance, it'll be fun. ~Your loving twin Shane. Rayne smiled and typed back, I have nothing to wear. She awaited his reply looking in her closet. She spotted a garment bag that hadn't been there earlier this morning. Her phone vibrated again, Check your closet. Rayne opened the garment bag and taped to the hanger was a not, No excuses now, love ya. You better be there!! -Shane. Rayne rolled her eyes, but began changing.

The dress was all black with a white polka-dotted black scarf. She found a head band with ears and a mask that looked like a cat's face. Rayne's eyes sparkled when she looked in the mirror. She threw her leather jacket on and ran out the door to the garage. She hooked up her zoomer and took off for the Masquerade dance.