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EVENT- Genessia Masquerade

Masquerade! Paper faces on parade
Masquerade! Hide your face so the world will never find you
Masquerade! Every face a different shade
Masquerade! Look around, there's another mask behind you

Welcome
Though the evening outside is chilly, there’s nothing but warmth and lively atmosphere inside. The room itself (the ballroom atop the self proclaimed ‘most romantic and luxurious’ Genessian getaway) is almost blinding, glittering with gold from floor to ceiling, save for the towering framed windows that provide a beautiful sight of the city below. Tables are scattered here and there around the perimeter should attendees wish to rest their feet, but the centerpiece of the evening seems to be the massive, sparkling chandelier casting its warm, golden glow over a rather extensive dance floor. One end of the room is reserved for the band, poised just near the hearth featuring a roaring fire, while the other showcases a grand staircase on which one may make their entrance, should they choose to explore the upper lofts that surround the room beforehand.

Early in the evening, once the room has begun to fill, a couple steps up to welcome everyone on behalf of Genessia’s Performing Arts Center and the cast of their most recent musical. While the event is free, and they are delighted to be able to share a magnificent evening of splendor with everyone, they do wish to make everyone aware that should they choose to donate tonight, be it through benevolent gift or through the auction or gambling tables, all proceeds will be donated to the Red House Foundation- more specifically, Genessia’s branch, located in the heart of the city herself.
The call to enjoy the masquerade is punctuated with a deep bow and the swell of the band picking up once more to lead everyone into a night of majestic merriment.

Photos
With numerous celebrities about and the event in full swing, it’s to no one’s surprise that there are photographers practically crawling the place. Fortunately for all, quite a few have been hired by the event planning team and will be snapping moments (both candid and posed) of everyone in attendance. There’s even a designated area with various props to play with and a lovely backdrop doused in gold. These photos can be downloaded from the network later, so take advantage of these professionals, should your heart desire! After all, did one really look their best if there’s no photo to prove it?

Dancing
While there’s certainly no pop star performing and the music is much more classically suited, one will hear a familiar tune more often than not, spun by the tuxedo clad musicians to suit a more modern crowd. It’s upbeat and energetic for the most part, but every so often, they're likely to switch the mood to something much smoother (dare they say, romantic?) to sway to. Instructors are scattered throughout the crowd, should those unfamiliar with the ballroom style wish to learn something new!

Food
A party without food is absurd, regardless of the occasion. Drink flows readily from the bar, and an impressive variation of hors d’oeuvre has been laid out in a brilliant spread on the long tables along the edges of the room. Partake as you will, and leave a donation to show your appreciation if you’re so inspired!

Costume Parade
What’s the point of a masquerade without an outfit promenade? Show off your inspired attire to all who will gaze upon you. The more flamboyant, the more attention your costume will draw, and the more in-character one seems, the more believable the evening will be- Embrace the masks and let loose! Tonight is the night to be whoever (or whatever) your heart desires.

Gambling/Auction
Thanks to the generosity of local businesses, there are multiple donated items on which to bid, ranging from weekend getaways to baskets of sweets to… rather peculiar fashion and odd home decor.
To the right of the auction display, there are multiple gaming tables with waiting croupier, ready to assist those with heavy wallets attempt to woo Lady Luck. The winnings (should there be any) can be kept or donated- the choice is yours.

Gardens
If one finds a need to escape the swirling of dance and swell of the music, the gardens below may serve you well. There’s a lovely courtyard, and just beyond the fountain, a garden maze, well lit for the season with the gentle glow of dazzling lights. Take a stroll alone, or hide away with a lover or confidant, or snag a seat for the fireworks- the choice is yours.

Fireworks
No grand gala ever ended without a burst of excitement to round out the evening. Toward the end of the evening, the sky will be lit with a brilliant display of silvers and golds, all timed perfectly with the band’s final performance. One can watch from the gardens or the rooftop, or, if in need of something more ~private~, the balconies throughout the hotel.

Masquerade! Burning glances, turning heads
Masquerade! Stop and stare at the sea of smiles around you
Masquerade! Grinning yellows, spinning reds
Masquerade! Take your fill, let the spectacle astound you

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There's a small groan into her mouth as he kisses her even more deeply, determined to taste her underneath his own cigars, and he holds her back carefully, even gently in one hand, but the other slides agonizingly slowly up the thigh as he moves it to hook higher around his waist so he can caress it even easier, and hold her in place. "Faye," a small quiet growl almost a whisper.

That groan was delicious, and it made Faye's body melt entirely against his. As her leg hooked at his waist, Faye gasped and closed her eyes, fully enjoyed every inching movement of his hand, inching closer and closer. Her own hand moved from his neck to explore steadily down his chest and stomach, feeling thestentgth of the muscle beneath the shirt. At the bottom, two fingers tugged at his belt loop. She opened her eyes to meet his when he gently growled her name, her own hunger evident.

Why the hell did they start this outside, in the open, against a hedge, instead of inside, in a locked room, with a decent surface? Faye just held his gaze, panting softly, wondering where to go from here.

Smoker rolled his thumb back and forth on her thigh and gave a quiet sigh, resting his forehead to hers and kissing down her front. "I'd love nothing more than to take you away right this second, but I want to see you spread out on a proper bed and take my time to savor you, and not share the sight with a single accidental passer-by. Meet me back here after the fireworks and I'll take you and give you the treatment you truly deserve, yeah?"

Dammit. Even his words gave her little thrills; she wasn't entirely sure she would be able to handle what he was offering, but she damn sure wasn't going to turn him down. The fingers in his belt loop released and now she rubbed her thumb against his lips where she knew would be a soft red afterimage of her lipstick. Faye reached up to take her turn now, kissing and dragging her lips up his neck to his earlobe, where she whispered, "Aye, aye, captain." Though to be honest she had no idea how she would keep herself sane until then.

He shuddered softly as her lips grazed his ears, his most sensitive spot, and decided it was definitely a good thing she was less bold than Portgas who would have found a way to undo Smoker's nerves and fray them. This was... better. Better or just different? But better? At least he was more actually relaxed, less teetering on a razor's edge, like even Tashigi noted.

Smoker chuckled softly and moved his hands very slowly up to her waist and shoulder to give a slow waltz dance before they separated and tried to pretend to be unaffected in the meanwhile. "Now that's unfair," he rumbled quietly, "You've already got three or four nicknames for me and I don't have any for you. How will I ever keep up?"

When he shuddered like that, Faye grinned and pressed her lips over his earlobe, letting her tongue flicker over it briefly before letting go. She would have to explore more later...

Being separated from him felt suddenly very vold, and almost painful. She had to fight the strong urge to just throw herself at him again. But no, she was a sophisticated lady, or so she wanted to pretend for him for now. She brushed down and readjusted her dress, "Hm? And what one do you like best?" She smirked at him, biting her lip as she slowly looked him over. "I wouldn't worry. I bet you have much more...interesting ways to make me feel special."

Yup, that did it. Smoker's knees weakened, and he groaned, holding Faye extra close so he didn't turn into a puddle entirely. Loose hound of the marines, indeed.

"Oh definitely," he growled, and whispered into her ear, exactly his X-rated plans for his tongue over her lower portions.

So much for disentangling. Yet. Eventually. Maybe.

It was a good job that it was dark, because Faye's cheeks flared red at his whispers. She had to bite her lip to hold back a soft whimper. Shit. He can't just say something like that then bugger off for a few hours and expect her to just go back to normal in the meantime. Then her hands held onto his tie, not loosening it, but straightening it and making sure it was taught. "Just making sure no one else is in danger of loosening that tie..." Because for all she knew he could drift off and find someone else to get carried away with.

He chuckled and nibbled back her earlobe briefly in revenge.

"No worries, I won't let any other hands touch it, but yours. Tonight's all you." Well, he was going to see a couple of friends and make sure they got home all right, but after that? Definitely following through with his imaginative plans, thank you very much.

Faye laughed and moved a hand through his hair, just tidying it up a bit, before taking a couple of small steps back. "Good. Because if you find someone else and I don't see you again tonight, I will hunt you down and make sure you deliver those promises..."

His grin widened even more. "Good. I've never been hunted before. Always had to do the hunting. Careful or I might just tease you to see what happens next." But no, he was definitely delivering tonight. Maybe she could hunt him in the future though, that was an exciting possibility.

Faye grinned and shook her head at him in amusement. "I'm ready for it." Then she reached out to give his bicep a warm squeeze. "Now, I need to go freshen up..." Mostly because she had lipstick to refresh.

"See you soon," he whispered in her ear and this time pulled away for good since he didn't trust his willpower if he didn't.

Faye saw him off with a wink and a salute, then headed indoors to while away the next few hours. She'd have a drink, maybe get dragged onto the dancefloor, and gamble a bit more - anything to keep herself busy. When the fireworks started, Faye disappeared to tidy up her hair and freshen up her perfume and make up. She applied the lipstick more heavily this time, making her pout appear even darker. Then, coat and bag together, Faye slipped outside into the edges of the crowd, just as the fireworks were finishing.

He might be a little late with a drunk Augustine, but he comes running soon enough, literally running.

"Shall we?" The sooner he gets out of the tie and shirt, the sooner he can breathe again.

Faye had decided that probably he had found someone else to spend time with. Why else would he want to wait until after the fireworks? But she turned as she heard him running, and she smiled in relief. "You sure? Not got a fireworks buddy to head home with?" Part of her was joking, but she did also want to be sure.

He points at the still taut tie, snorts again, and answers her with a swift kiss drawn out even longer than their ones in the garden. "What do you think?" he asks her when he finally lets go.

By the time the kiss was over, Faye was breathless again, her eyes bright. By this stage she'd ditched her mask in her coat pocket too. "I think..." She lifted her fingers to his tie, deftly loosening the knot, "It's time to get out of here."

Smoker, meanwhile, is just happy to be able to breathe again. The second his tie is loosened, as promised earlier, he gives her more kisses and a happy beam, offering her his hand or arm. "Definitely. Hotel all right? Or... coffee at my place?" Back to flustered blushing oops.

As he kisses her again, Faye cannot be more pleased that she did finally decide to turn up to this ball. Faye took his hand, somehow a move that felt bolder than the others, and smiled sweetly at his blushes, "Which is closer?"

All the grins as he pulls her in for another kiss and leads the way. "Probably equal distant," he growled roughly in her ear after some mental calculations. "They're both close though. Walking distance. Or I could carry you."

Faye paused at the growl in her ear, feeling herself go weak. If he gains the nickname 'Tiger', he'll know it's not just her being cute. "Carry me then...and you can decide where we go." It will be fun to be carried, and besides, she had been wearing thin heels all night.

More grins as he sweeps her up in a bridal style carry. He HAD brought his bike, just to show it off, but whatever he could come back to get it with the dogs -- which was probably a good reason to go to his place, so he could let them out. He doesn't explain in words though, just sets off like someone else might come stop them at any moment. "Have a good rest of the night then?" Once up the backstairs to his place in semi-privacy he couldn't resist kissing her again, maybe just hoping she'd get the rest of the tie off since he promised to let her be the only one to touch it tonight, and funnily enough, he included himself in that.

Perfect. This was exactly what she wanted, because when he held her like this, her mout was close to his neck. That made it easy for her to kiss and nibble and his skin. "Mhm." She murmured against his throat and continued moving her mouth upwards to his ear. Indeed, once they arrived at the stairs her fingers started slowly but surely undoing the tie from his neck.

[Continued here for you stalkers.]

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