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Zoe the Pink Ranger · Site Admin Joined: 05 Apr 2008 Posts: 269

Stessa nods and then walks with you in silence.
Through the Force, you can hear her thinking 'Think unsexy thoughts. Think unsexy thoughts' to try to keep from kissing you again.

After a few minutes you reach the White Fountain hotel; an impressive structure of white and cream coloured stone. True to its name, the entrance is flanked by a pair of intricately designed fountains, and several fountain designs are carved into the stone of the front wall itself.
As you reach the entrance, a friendly looking Zabrak male in a red and white staffer's uniform approaches you. His name-tag reads 'Aravak'
“Greetings sir and madam” he says amiably.
“Do you require any assistance? A room perhaps? Or might I interest you in the hotel's other facilities? I am here to serve”

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krownhunter07 · Posted: Mon Oct 06, 2008 7:50 pm Post subject:

Fumbling the words as his cheeks flush slightly, Torren says "NO... heh, no, no... we don't need a room... not right now, anyways." he adds, trying to make a joke of his bumbling... but not really doing a good job.

He looks at Stessa pleadingly, so that she might take the reins for a bit as he tries to calm himself.

Zoe the Pink Ranger · Site Admin Joined: 05 Apr 2008 Posts: 269

Blushing purple again, Stessa takes her cue from you and shakes her head.
"Thank you, Aravak" she says politely, "But we don't need a room right now. We are here to fetch the rest of the guests staying here under the party code reference Black Ship 2-2 Aurek 5"

Aravak nods once, and smiles at the two of you.
"Ah, of course" he says graciously.
"I shall see to it personally. If sir and madam would care to wait in reception or perhaps the lounge? Second door on the right. If there is nothing else, I shall return with the rest of the party. Good day to you both"

"That will be fine, thank you" Stessa says kindly.

krownhunter07 · Posted: Tue Oct 07, 2008 3:52 pm Post subject:

Relief flooding through him, Torren calms himself once again, then leads Stessa to the lounge, as instructed. Entering the room, Torren makes his way to get a drink for them both, then finds a seat to wait comfortably for the others...

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The lounge area is quite comfortable with a number of plush chairs and sofas, and low tables.
Couples or small groups of humans and aliens sit together drinking and chatting, while serving droids float to and fro delivering drinks and snacks, and taking empty glasses away.

Behind the bar, an affable Devaronian bartender looks to be enjoying himself.
As he sees you approach, he puts down a bottle of wine that he was inspecting and smiles a toothy smile at you.

"Hello there, young sir" he says pleasently.
"What might I get you on this fine morning? From the looks of your fine companion I can see that you are a man of taste. Only the best will do, I'm sure"

krownhunter07 · Posted: Tue Oct 07, 2008 4:06 pm Post subject:

Trying not to blush, Torren smiles and laughs a little as he replies "Only the best it is, I suppose..." Looking over at Stessa, he adds "I'm not even going to try anymore... let them think what they like."

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"Do you get this kind of thing when you go out with Arrisa?" Stessa asks, her tone one of genuine curiosity.

A moment later, the bartender returns with two wine glasses filled with a sweet smelling red liquid.
"Two sweet muja wines" he says, placing them down on the bar.
"That'll be three credits, good sir"

krownhunter07 · Posted: Tue Oct 07, 2008 6:00 pm Post subject:

Nodding to the bartender as he hands him a cred chip, Torren looks at Stessa and answers "Ehh, I suppose so... to be honest, I never really noticed it before."

Tipping the wine glass toward Stessa, he waits for her to do so, then takes a modest sip of the sweet smelling wine.

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Stessa mirrors your motion and then smiles.

"Perhaps it would if the two of you travelled to places like this" she says thoughtfully.
"It seems that someone in her position would be more comfortable in less opulent surroundings. I admit that I would be too. Among my people I was merely a soldier. Places like this were the playgrounds of officers"

krownhunter07 · Posted: Tue Oct 07, 2008 6:21 pm Post subject:

"Yes, this isn't my cup of java juice, either... I... grew up a desert rat, then a street rat. Still, it's something I guess I'll have to get use too." After taking another drink, torren adds "Well, it doesn't seem too bad... I'm just not used to the whole Jedi Knight posistion yet. Still, you seem to fit in here better then I..."

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"Torren, look at me" Stessa says, indicating her figure-hugging clothes with her free hand.
"It's a fact of the galaxy that any moderately attractive woman who doesn't hide herself away can get a lot done just by her looks. I don't feel at home here, but because I look good, people assume I should be here"

She leans towards you and whispers in your ear.
"It is a typical conceit of the rich and privileged"

krownhunter07 · Posted: Tue Oct 07, 2008 6:54 pm Post subject:

Eyes inadvertently lingering where they shouldn't and breathing in her smell as she leans to whisper in his ear, Torren waits until she has spoken, then sits back, away from Stessa, feigning an inquisitive look.

"Hmm, I never thought about it that way before... it makes sense, but it doesn't seem right. Does that upset you? And is it like this where you come from, I'm interested in knowing about your people..."

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"I'm not sure what I can tell you about my people" Stessa says, her voice filled with uncertainty.
"The Nine Ruling Families are quite strict about secrecy. Only authorised ambassadors are really allowed to discuss Chiss society with those outside the Ascendancy"

krownhunter07 · Posted: Tue Oct 07, 2008 10:01 pm Post subject:

"Oh..." Torren remarks, then takes another sip, finishing his wine. "Well I don't need to know that bad, I suppose... want another?" he asks, pointing at her wine glass.

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"Thank you for understanding" Stessa says with obvious relief.
"Perhaps I could contact Commander Thrawn and ask for permission if it becomes necessary"

At the mention of more wine she looks less certain.
"Is that wise?" she asks, raising an eyebrow.
"Given our obvious attraction for one another, consuming too much alcohol could remove our inhibitions and get us in a lot of trouble"

krownhunter07 · Posted: Tue Oct 07, 2008 10:16 pm Post subject:

"Hmm, I didn't think about that... but one more couldn't hurt. The others should be here soon enough." Torren replies, half smirking and looking at the doors.

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Stessa shakes her head and indicates her own glass.
"Well I haven't finished this one yet" she says.
"But I guess if you want another one, I can't stop you, I just think it's a bad idea. Do you really want to greet all the others with alcohol on your breath?"

krownhunter07 · Posted: Tue Oct 07, 2008 10:49 pm Post subject:

"I... see the wisdom in your words..." Torren says, then sighs and sets his glass down. "Well, they should be here soon enough..."

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"I'm sorry for seeming evasive and unco-operative" Stessa says softly,
"But my people take loyalty very seriously, and as such I must take great care not to betray them or my family will be disgraced"

As she speaks, Aravak; the Zabrak from before, approaches.
"Excuse me sir, madam" he says politely.
"I have gathered the guests that you asked to see. They are waiting in reception. Would you like me to bring them in here or would you prefer to go to them?"

krownhunter07 · Posted: Wed Oct 08, 2008 2:46 pm Post subject:

Patting Stessa's hand in a comforting gesture, Torren turns to the Zabrak and says "I think we'd be better off going to them, thank you."

Leaning in toward Stessa, he quietly adds "Don't worry, I understand and admire your loyalty... think no more of it, ok."

Unseating himself, Torren waits for his companion and then heads in the direction of the reception area...

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