Post by Alex Vipond on Jun 21, 2015 11:07:22 GMT -8
Terri x Kurai: In between being shuffled about by Alex and Adrienne, Terri caught up on sleep and was back to her nocturnal lifestyle. Dressed a black skirt that went to her ankles with thigh-high slits on either side with the usual accessories of chains and zippers and a dark red sleevless top with a lace trim. One hand was raised with fingers combing through her hair while she emerged from the depths of the boat finally, just to take a look around at... well, the water? (done)
defiant reality: What else was there to do on a cruise like this, than to relax and soak in the views? The bastard had been where he was for most of the day, lounged out on the deck on one of those lounge chairs. The tattooed, pale olive Italian was dressed quite simply in a pair of shorts and sandals, quite content to view the sunset like this. The set of sport shades he had been wearing earlier were sitting atop his head. A cat-call whistle was let out when he saw Terri emerging from the cabin below to look out across the water. "Beautiful, isn't it?"-d
BoundByDrkness: Nicole had been walking about back and forth along the sides here and there, enjoying the serene scenery. Yeah, this was quite the view. She had kept quiet for most of the trip so far but only because well, of the ocean. She was in a pair of boat shoes, white capri's, a blue top and a light thin sweater drapped on a seat some place on deck. Her hair pulled up and pinned in place off her neck and shoulders. Hands in pockets as she stared out across the never ending rise and fall of waves. [d]
Alex Vipond: The weather had held, but with the wind coming out of the east it had taken them the day to make landfall at Lyford Cay. The seas weren't bad, at two feet or less, but still, with ten to fifteen knot winds, they were slowed down considerably. The sun was setting as the anchor was dropped on the sandy bottom of crystal blue waters; one could easily see fifty feet down, and still make out the anchor set in the sand. On deck, a drink in hand, Alex watched the sunset from behind designer shades he'd worn faithfully for years. As the sun sunk lower on the horizon, Alex smiled and laced his fingers with Adrienne's as he watched his sister pace. "You seem preoccupied, Nicole. Everything okay?"
Wrinkled Black: Adrienne was one happy kitty. Would've been purring if she could, sprawled on one of the deck chairloungecushion things. Kind of lazy in an embroidered white beach dress, the pale blue of her bikini seen underneath, particularly in the spot at her hip where her cold water bottle had soaked through the fabric. Oops. But it felt good! Raiun's whistle had her snickering, a wink tossed Terri's way before she was glancing at Nicole. It must've been surreal for both the women, having only recently become reaccquainted with sunlight.
BoundByDrkness: Nicole turned and smiled to Alex and Adrienne. An arch of golden brows. "Hm? Oh. no. I'm fine. Just enjoying the view. It's just... so lovely. I never get tired of watching the waves. It's way I bought the house you know, the one II'm in now. Beautiful view..." She turned back from the others and smiled. Hands casually splipping in to her pockets and she moved toward the others in a liesurely pace. [d]
Terri x Kurai: "It is.." She agreed with Raiun, giving a smile to Adrienne before joining him by sitting on the corner of his lounge chair. "I have to admit, I definitely miss the traveling." She added, taking a light lean against his legs while watching the sunset. Her gaze drifted over to Nicole then to Raiun as she looked him over with her lips twitching in that mischevious way. "I should of brought my phone to take a picture. You in shorts and sandals..." She said teasingly. (done)
Alex Vipond: Alex chuckled and slipped his phone from the pocket of his board shorts. "Terri..." he waved it at her as if to toss it, should she want it. Otherwise he wasn't about to throw the thing.
Terri x Kurai: She lifted her hand for him to toss it to her - hey, she could catch it.
Alex Vipond: Tossing her the phone so that she could snap Raiun's picture, and it had to be one of those once in a lifetime deals, he chuckled.
defiant reality: "I know.. you should take a picture." It wasn't often Raiun wasn't in some sort of flashy or expensive get-up, but the prospect of vacationing and sailing was too good to pass up. He was going to be comfortable, but he knew whento break out the class too. He packed well! Picking up his slightly reddish drink, he'd tip it in Terri's direction with a grin for the camera once she got it ready.-d
Wrinkled Black: And meanwhile, Adrienne was taking a picture of Terri taking a picture, because...well...she was a brat.
Terri x Kurai: Oh no, a once in a lifetime opportunity like this required something more than just a 'normal' shot. She'd poke his side gently and squeeze in next to him and make a damn selfie of the thing. Then sent it to herself before tossing it back to Alex. "Thanks." She said with a grin, sneaking in a kiss to Raiun's cheek before sitting up. "And that will not happen again..." Referring to the selfie part at least. (done)
Wrinkled Black: "Says you. I'm so getting you a selfie stick." Grin!
BoundByDrkness: Nicole had turned to watch all the picture taking and found it pretty funny before she came to join them and took a seat nearby them all. "This was a great idea. Thank you gentleman for suggesting as much." Smiles to her brother and Raiun. "So what's the plan once we are ashore? Anything in particular?" [d]
Ian Lighter: ::Ian had come, but taking his role seriously, stayed in the background as much as possible::
Alex Vipond: Chuckling, he caught his phone, then glanced toward Ian, and yep.. That one was going on his Instagram. And then, just to be a brat, he snapped a shot of Nicole and Adrienne as well.
defiant reality: The bastard just grinned and leaned in to take the selfie with Terri. He smirked when she kissed his cheek, cutting those blues to her. "Ever? Wait.. which.. the selfie or the outfit?" He winked and shifted his attention, "Everybody needs a vacation. They're better among friends." The question posed about what to do once they made it ashore, he glimpsed over toward Alex. "I don't know just yet. Alex?"-d
Terri x Kurai: "I don't even know what a selfie stick is unless you're talking about those signs the coyote would hold up when one of his traps failed..." Terri replied with a chuckle then to Raiun. "The selfie thing..." She clarified for him. Though when the question popped up about what to do when on shore, she thought for a moment while fingers idly took one of Raiun's hands with a small squeeze then released. "Going for a swim, walking the beach... this is a vacation... there's no itinerary." (done)
Alex Vipond: Alex looked at his sister, one brow rising. "Well come ten o'clock in the morning, Adrienne, Ian and I are meeting with the Realtor. Until that meeting is done, you guys are on your own."
BoundByDrkness: Nicole posed for her brother's snap shot. She didn't mind taking a good picture for her bubba. They were all having a nice relaxed time. "Nothing? Nothing specific?" she asked grinning between the others. With Alex's reply, she nodded. "Well, hopefully, you guys will find something you like unless the realator already has and sent info to you via email or something. Glance to Terri, another nod given. "No, I know, just curious what everyone wanted to do. It's just nice to get away from Seattle a bit. Enjoy different scenes, different people...." Smile and wave given to Ian, despite his wanting to remain in the background. [d]
Wrinkled Black: With Alex pointing his camera at her, Adrienne crossed her eyes and stuck out her tongue. Like the mature woman that she is. Then she was laughing at Terri. "Nooo, they're these stupid extendable metal sticks that you attach your smartphone to so you can take selfies without it obviously looking like you're taking a selfie."
defiant reality: "Perfect," Raiun said when Alex mentioned that they were on their own until they had a meeting with a realtor. "I'm sure I can come up with something to do for us all," because he was good at things like that. Eyes shifted across each person who wasn't in the list to meet with the realtor, pondering on the idea of a free morning to spend. "Hmmm," he said with a return of a squeeze to Terri's hand, just before he decided to get up and fetch himself another drink. "Anybody else want something? Eat, drink..?"-d
Alex Vipond: "Dinner should be ready soon." The crew would have started prepping before they even dropped anchor. "Do you guys want to dine out on deck or indoors?"
BoundByDrkness: Looking first Raiun since he posed his question, Nicole thought a moment before giving a shake of her head. "Thank you but I think I'll wait until dinner." she replied. When Alex asked them all about dining inside or out, she shrugged slender shoulders. "I'm alright with either." she replied. [d]
Wrinkled Black: "He's been eying a particular property." Said to Nicole with a grin, regarding the realtor. At Alex's question, she smiled up at him. "I dunno, I think it's nice enough to do on deck."
Terri x Kurai: "On deck." Terri voted then looking to Raiun with his offer. "I'll take one of my usual if there is any?" She said, taking up lounging on the chair he'd left but on her side. (done)
BoundByDrkness: Nicole looked to Adrienne. "Really? Tell me about it?" she asked. "I bet its a nice place. I'm not the only one with great taste you know..." she pointed at Alex and smirked. "He does pretty well, for a guy." she teased. [d]
Alex Vipond: "No, Terri, I have every intention of starving you." Dead pan. "Hey, I have great taste in homes. Even my friends come to me when shopping a house. I helped Lana pick hers out. In fact, had she not bought it, I would have.... Really kind of wishing I gone cut throat on it.... It's fucking perfect... except for that one bathroom, why it has an African motif in an oriental designed house is beyond me...."
Terri x Kurai: "Alex, come here so I can-" Pause, then she looked to Adrienne. "Better yet, you smack him for me. I just woke up..." (done)
defiant reality: A gesture toward Terri, he disappeared into the cabin only to return a few moments later. He'd thrown on a shirt, nice thin white button-down. He'd deliver that drink to Terri, sipping at his own as his eyes shifted to each person while he caught up in the conversation.-d
BoundByDrkness: "That's what I said!" she replied with a chuckle as she reached over to playfully swat at her brother. Though, she did seem a bit curious when he mentioned the particular property. Then bit about the African motif and all, did have her making an odd expression, because well, like him, she found it odd. "Maybe the previous owner was quirky?" [d]
Wrinkled Black: Snickering, she leaned to give Alex an over-exaggerated kiss on the cheek. Not the kind of smack Terri was referring to, but oh well. "It's gorgeous, it's right on the water..." Sitting up, she brought up the property listing on her phone and handed it over to Nicole so she could see the pictures.
Wrinkled Black: www.sirlyfordcay.com/listings/detail.php?lid=85438553&
Alex Vipond: Alex smiled at the kiss to his cheek, and then he rose. "I'm going to cover my naked, white chest and we can get settled for ...." and there was the crew, setting the table up and getting ready to serve. "I do believe dinner is about to be served." He glanced at Nicole, one brow rising, “To say the least. I can't imagine what was going through someone's head to fuck that up."
silent puIses: Ember was decked out in her black and silver string bikini with that long sarong and black sandals.
Terri x Kurai: "Traitor." She teased, taking the drink from Raiun. "Thanks." She said with a smile then taking a long swig. Hearing about dinner, she sat up and looked over at the crew. "Damn, perfect timing." (done)
silent puIses: scarlet locks were bound up and twisted behind her head only a few lose pieces just dangled in her face and curled though reflected those fiery tones when hit in that certain angle by the setting sun. Those square frames were dark now, acting like sungleasses as she just continued to walk the lenght of the boat deck. Loved being her, hated someone it was reminding her of and as she regailed in those memories; causing a slight smile to form. Reuniting with the others she just carried on holding that smile. –d
defiant reality: "That is perfect timing," he mentioned, but his intrigue had been drawn to the topic of buying a piece of property. "How big is the place and what's the asking price, do you guys know?" He was sure they had done their research, but he was just making sure. Some sellers were pricks and he knew that very well.-d
BoundByDrkness: Nicoe smiled as she gazed about to the others as each offered something in regards to conversation. Though, when Raiun posed his question about the property, she turned her attention back to her brother and his lady. Waiting to what Waiting to see* what would be said, in response to Raiun's inquiry about the property and the realator. [d]
Wrinkled Black: Adrienne was holding her phone out Nicole so she could see the listing.
BoundByDrkness: Nicole leaned and took the phone from Adrienne, tapping the screen and going through the pictures. "Oooooo... I like this." [d]
Terri x Kurai: Yes, those realtors could be asses sometimes. "I can't look at those property sites without drooling..." She said with a chuckle. "Frankly, I'm happy with what small properties I have anyway." Kurai House in Seattle and her building in New York... that was about it. Hearing the sound of footsteps, she tilted her head back and saw Ember. "Hey, they're about to have dinner on deck." She greeted her, taking another drink. (done)
defiant reality: Idly sipping at his drink, the inner businessman was coming out. He leaned over to take a look at the screen while Nicole held it, brow furrowed. "I bet they can come off some of that price," he said with a nod as he viewed the pictures and read over what he could of the listing. "But it's gorgeous," he admitted with a nod. "Just... when you meet, point out every flaw you can find. Bring them to their attention, but don't nitpick either. You can wiggle that price down some." He rose up from leaning over with a grin.-d
BoundByDrkness: After going through the images, she leaned to give Adrienne, the phone back. "It looks really nice. I hope you guys get it and for a reasonable price." she offered. Then she was quiet as Raiun spoke up and nodded with what he said.
Alex Vipond: "Five bed, five and a half bath." Alex said as he came back out on deck, his ratty assed Morphine shirt on, underneath a hoodie. Alex looked to Ian. "Are you joining us?" The chef had gone all out, preparing marinated swordfish which as it was brought out, looked delicious. Alex was yes, trying new things still, though he had his supply of the necessary, he'd refrain from making it obvious. "Oh I'm sure. Especially with a cash offer."
BoundByDrkness: Can't let those realators get away with over pricing homes! [d]
defiant reality: Negotiations were a huge part of the markets Raiun dealt with -- whether he was selling or buying. He was pretty damn good at reading people and bringing out the right stops to get where he wanted to be. Eyes drifted over toward where the food was, looking over the various offerings there. "Quite a selection you have over there, nice choices."-d
Ian Lighter: ::he nodded to Alex:: Absolutely, smells amazing.
Wrinkled Black: Adrienne pulled herself up from her seat with a slow stretch, arms above her head, before she was reaching to take her phone back whenever they were done. "I can't wait to see it in person. Usually these types are pretty spot on," especially at those prices! "But you never know if they use those angle tricks to make it look better." Thanks to the Dramamine Adrienne wasn't feeling too seasick to eat, for which she was grateful. "It really does," nodding in agreement with Ian.
Alex Vipond: Alex pulled out Adrienne's chair and then his sister's, before seating himself. "So, there's all sorts of things to see. Some of which is pirate related. Lots of history hereabout, with some rather famous fellows from back in the days when the East India Trading Company had trouble in these waters."
silent puIses: Ember did hear Terri (before she left and Mun got pulled AFK by kid) and nodded. ``Sounds great.`` And if by now Dinner was being sereved. Yay. If not. Wait. She was happy, by the gods -- don't get her wrong, just nostalgic. Reaching out, she took Raiun's hand and squeezed it before dismissing. –d
defiant reality: Raiun had a little smirk to himself when Alex started to mention pirates and the EITC. "Oh these waters are full of history, that's why I never pass up a chance to make it down here. When's the last time you took a trip across the pond though?" Of course, the 'pond' being the Atlantic. He was heading over to where the food was so he could pull out a chair and have a seat.-d
BoundByDrkness: Nicole looked to Ember, offered a smile and a wave and then with dinner being served, moved to sit and join the others. A smile of thanks given to her bubba. "Pirates? I like tales about pirates." she replied. Then she was looking to Raiun. Glance between him and her brother. If they had tales to tell or history to share, she wanted to hear it! [d]
Alex Vipond: Alex smiled at Ember, and then looked back at Raiun. "About..." he looked at Adrienne. "Three months ago?" he looked back at Raiun. "We started in Germany, drove into France, then meandered down to Italy. We actually managed to get some tourism in, instead of working. It was the first in a long time."
Wrinkled Black: "Thanks, babe.." Another kiss given to him before she sat down, eying all the food. "Mmm...end of April, I think?" Honestly, the last few months went by crazy fast. Crazy Awesome, but fast! "It was the first I'd ever been out of the country, actually."
defiant reality: "Oh yeah? Did you fly or did you sail?" Raiun always had fun with those transoceanic trips, but he was old school. Though the mentioning of pirate tales had him chuckling to himself a little, sipping his drink afterward. "I don't know. Might get me in trouble," he said with a smirk hitching one corner of his lips.-d
Alex Vipond: "We flew into Germany, then drove." Time had been of the essence when they'd gone over.
silent puIses: Smiling to Nicole, Alex and Adrienne, she just curiously listened to the tales of Pirates and trips to her beloved Europe. –d
defiant reality: "Well.. I've decided to take a couple of days and take the Marianne across the pond once we're done down here in the islands. You're all more than welcome.. a couple of days partying out in international waters, plus I'll give you all the real tour of Florence." By this time, Raiun was sampling the foods.-d
BoundByDrkness: "Awww! No trouble here!" she promised. But was quiet and content to sit and listen as her brother and the others spoke. She was asking one of the staff for a drink. Something she would enjoy while the others ate. [d]
Wrinkled Black: "It'd be kind of neat to sail across someday." She looked to Alex with a lift of brows. Add it to the list! "But Alex has a gig at the end of the week." She chuckled. "Plus, it'll be nice to just stay home for a bit." They'd been going nonstop lately!
Alex Vipond: Making up for time to be lost later. "Spending some time at home will be good. We've some painting and decorating to do as well."
defiant reality: "Your loss," he said with a chuckle. Not going to push, just thought enough to offer. "Sounds like you'll be having a staycation after the vacation?" He chuckled.-d
Alex Vipond: "Pretty much. We've some work to do on the guest house, since Ian will be taking it over. I want to make certain everything is as it should be and... I actually like going to Home Depot."
Wrinkled Black: Adrienne laughed, nodding as she started cutting into her food. "Definitely. We were in Virginia for a week, then last weekend in Los Angeles... It's been a whirlwind." She couldn't help snickering around her bite at Alex's confession.
Alex Vipond: He wasn't going to make any references to lumber and wood, instead he just cut into his swordfish and took a bite.
Wrinkled Black: Good call.
defiant reality: "Always on the go... sounds like me," for the most part. Raiun liked travelling, whether it was for business or pleasure. Most of the time it was the former, but every now and then... he reached for the latter.-d
BoundByDrkness: "I may take you up on that offer if you and Ember and Terri don't mind." She shrugged. "It's not like I have anything pressing to get back home to." she added and chuckled, sipping her drink. [d]
defiant reality: Raiun arched a brow as he was enjoying a few bites of his meal. Attention shifted over toward Nicole and he smirked, "That's the spirit. Of course I don't mind; I offered." With a wink, he cut into the fish a bit more for another few bites before picking his drink up for a sip. "After this trip, I plan on taking you up on that offer to drop by the studio Alex."-d
BoundByDrkness: Nicole smiled to him and Ember and nodded before she was sipping at her drink again. Gaze shifted to Raiun to her brother. And here came the music talk! lol [d]
Wrinkled Black: Hey, y'know, it was better than sports talk!
Alex Vipond: "Good." Alex nodded. "We put a lot of work into the place, and I'm really rather proud of it." He reached for his glass of wine and took a sip, then went back to his meal.
defiant reality: "Been far too long since I've been in a studio to play," he commented just before he took another sip of his drink. He was pretty much done with his meal, but his portions hadn't been large. He could only handle but so much real
Wrinkled Black: "What do you play, Raiun?" It was asked with an apologetic tone; had she been present for a similar conversation, she couldn't remember it to save her life.
defiant reality: food. "It'll be fun," he asserted. "So who wants their picture taken overlooking the island, the old fashioned way?" The bastard smirked. "A little bit of everything," he responded. "Guitar would be my best bet, though."-d
Wrinkled Black: She smiled at Alex, then looked to Raiun, an eyebrow lifting. "You mean non-selfies?" It was really rather sad how that would be considered 'old fashioned.'
defiant reality: "... older." Raiun could have deadpanned that expression, but he tried so hard not to.-d
Alex Vipond: "Or with an actual camera, not embedded into a phone...."
Wrinkled Black: Brow went higher. "Tintypes?" Snickerfit.
defiant reality: "You might just have to find out." He grinned and sat back, taking a sip of his drink as he glimpsed to each person there. Waiting.-d
Alex Vipond: "I don't have the patience for something that takes two days and an etching to create."
defiant reality: Raiun just laughed a little bit with that, "good thing it won't take even close to that long." He shook his head and sipped his drink.-d
Wrinkled Black: "So what have you got in mind, then?" Adrienne never did seem to get the curiosity and cats memo.
defiant reality: Raiun stood up and looked out over toward the gently lit island beyond. He gave an inviting gesture in that direction, before he moved to disappear down into the cabin. Had to go play fetch real quick.-d
BoundByDrkness: Nicole continued to just quietly listen and observe. Sipping her drink here and there or smiling to her brother and Rain or the others. Gaze did occasionally drift away to the setting sun and she just relaxed. [d]
Alex Vipond: Alex chuckled as he watched Raiun head below deck, and then he slipped his arm around Adrienne, resting it along the back of her chair. "There's plenty to explore while we're here so it's not like we'll be bored."
defiant reality: Having captured the image in his head that he had wanted, the bastard was soon emerging from beneath the cabin. He was carrying what looked to be a canvas, not terribly large, but large enough. As he stepped out, he settled the canvas down and turned it so they could see -- the trio, Alex, Adrienne and Nicole all around that lay-out of food, with the beauty of a star-filled sky, a gently rippling ocean and the hints of island off in the background. The paint -- still drying. Quick wasn't the word for it! "See? Told you it wouldn't take 2 days," he said with a smirk.-d
Wrinkled Black: Here Adrienne thought Raiun was going to come back with a Polaroid camera or something. Eying the canvas, she blinked, thinking he was going to have them sit and pose, but then her jaw dropped. "Wait...how did you do this..?"
Alex Vipond: "That's some talent." Alex nodded, and gave a glance around noting that Ian had retired, thankfully.
defiant reality: "A lost art," he responded in kind to Adrienne's question, chuckling a bit as he looked down to the painting and then back up to the group of them. "Thanks," he said earnestly to the talent comment, moving over so he could gently lean the canvas back so it could dry off completely. He was taking his seat back, picking his drink up for a sip. "Might be worth something someday, never know. Whoever wants it.." He just waved a hand.-d
Alex Vipond: "That will go on the wall of the house here." Alex nodded, a smile given as he looked at Adrienne. "We just need to decide which room."
defiant reality: Raiun had a feeling that over the next week or so, he was going to be doing that a lot. Finding inspiration in small places and just having to put it to canvas. "Now that sounds like a plan." Art was meant to be appreciated in that very manner, which had him smiling.-d
Wrinkled Black: "Oh, definitely." She couldn't help a grin, amused that it seemed like the house was a done deal. "Maybe we could take it with us tomorrow, test it out?" She then smiled to Raiun. "It's beautiful, Raiun, truly."
defiant reality: "Thank you very much," he said with a nod and a smile. "Inspiration hits when you least expect it... I just tend to react in kind." Sipping his drink, he took a look at the painting before peering over at Nicole... who was quite zoned out, then he looked back toward Alex and Adrienne. "Consider it a house warming gift."-d
Alex Vipond: "And it is much appreciated, thank you so much." He smiled, looking back over at the painting and then he turned his head and kissed Adrienne's temple.
BoundByDrkness: She was there, just quiet, listening, and sipping her drink. Though, it wasn't long that she was excusing herself and disappearing downstairs. Maybe she had a bit to much sun today? [d]
Wrinkled Black: She smiled for the kiss, leaning into it a little. She then waved to Nicole before looking back to Raiun. "Do you prefer doing portraits and landscapes, or do you dabble in abstract art as well?"
defiant reality: "I dabble in a little bit of everything, artistically." From music to painting to drawing and writing, art would forever be one of Raiun's lovers. "All depends on the inspiration, honestly."-d
Alex Vipond: "Good night, Nicole." he smiled to his sister as she headed below and then looked back at Raiun. Alex nodded at his mention of inspiration.
defiant reality: "If you're interested in abstract... I've had a few ideas pinging around that I haven't laid out yet, and I have a few pieces that I haven't done anything with yet. Don't hesitate to ask," he said with a sip of his drink soon after. The thought of his art finding a good home was always embraced with open arms!-d
Wrinkled Black: Adrienne nodded, smiling. "We'll keep that in mind. Alex has been nudging at me to get to painting again, it's been a long time since I've put any time into it."
defiant reality: "Well if you ever need anything, I'm usually well stocked." Rising up as he said this, he finished off his drink and took a peer around. "I think I'm going to try to close my eyes for a few hours. I'll see you two later," he said with a wave as he was heading for the stairs down into the cabin.-d
Alex Vipond: "She's very talented." Alex nodded. "Good night, Raiun." Alex smiled, and watched him head down after the others, before he looked Back at Adrienne. "How are you feeling?"
Wrinkled Black: "Good night." Fingers waved and she smiled, before looking back to Alex and slipping her hand into his. "Not too bad, actually. That Dramamine's really helping." She smirked, her other hand reaching for her water. "I might just slip a few when we're on dry land, too."
Alex Vipond: "Well now that we're not moving you should be fine." Leaning back, Alex plucked up his wine glass, a sip taken as he looked out across the water, his other hand trailing fingertips along Adrienne's arm. "It's gorgeous here."
Wrinkled Black: Taking a sip, she nodded slightly, then set the glass down and followed Alex's gaze. "It really is. Dangerous, too, how much we could get used to this." Hence the grin. "You spoil me so."
Alex Vipond: "It's not hard to do." he smiled at her, and kissed her temple again. "Friday is the show at Drifter's. I need to ask Mars if Ki can go." He wasn't sure how that would go over. "Maybe after the show I'll have a chance to talk to him." he paused and looked back at her. "I was going to say Ki, not Mars, but maybe both of them."
Wrinkled Black: With a smile, she propped her arm on the arm of the chair and leaned closer to him, smiling. "Maybe Mars can come, too? How long has it been since he's been to one of your shows?" Not asking in a way that accused Mars, she truthfully didn't know. "Maybe talk to each individually, then together, but that's really kind of putting yourself into the position of being their family counselor." Maybe he wanted to, but either way, he ought to tread carefully.
Alex Vipond: "Mars asked me to talk to him so...." He nodded, Alex would talk to Ki. "And it's been a while, actually. He's been busy... too busy, he's stressed to hell and gone." Alex shook his head and finished off his wine, the glass settled to the table, before he turned to face Adrienne more fully. "And yes, it does put me in the middle of them, but at this point I don't know what else to do."
Wrinkled Black: "So maybe..." She tipped her head slightly as she thought about it. "Maybe you could suggest that they come together, let it be a fun father and son thing, then after the show and meet, you and Ki can go..." She shrugged, grinning. "I don't know, get some shakes or coffee or something."
Alex Vipond: Alex smiled, leaning toward her, dropping a kiss to her lips before he leaned back, looking out over the waters of the Lyford Cay once more. Fingers laced with hers, and he brought their hands up, kissing the back of hers. "You are a wise woman."
Wrinkled Black: She chuckled, shrugging modestly. "Hey, I've gotta have something to keep you coming 'round." She snickered for that, leaning to give him a kiss to his lips.
Alex Vipond: Alex cracked up. "Oh that's just one of your many fine qualities." He rose and stretched, hand tugging at hers to draw her up. "Shall we retire, or ... maybe go explore the island a bit?" he was good, either way.
Wrinkled Black: "Ranks somewhere below...." Nah, never mind. She wouldn't traumatize the crew that was cleaning up. Chuckling, she stood and hooked a finger in the waist of his board shorts and lightly tugged. "We should retire, since we don't want to miss our appointment tomorrow." Grin.
Alex Vipond: "Oh, that would be a shame, yes." he nodded. It would, too, but that wasn't really the reason he was grinning as he swept her up in his arms and carried her below deck.
Stay Perpetrated: Meanwhile, back in Seattle, deys be tearin up da streets. Forreal. But iss aiite. Dey 'bout to get rill clean. -$
Alex Vipond: Alex was so going to turn his phone off.
Wrinkled Black: Damn good call.
Stay Perpetrated: Gon' be like dat boul in Hot Fuzz. Bustin dudes before his first day on the job. -$
Wrinkled Black: Adrienne laughed when she was swept off her feet, arms curling over her shoulders as she gave him a kiss before he reached the stairs. Not that she doubted his coordination, but it was still best not to distract him. "To Bedfordshire, Jeeves!" Bed, not necessarily sleep.
Alex Vipond: Laughing, Alex carried her aft to their cabin, the door kicked shut with one bare foot once clear of the doorway. To Bedfordshire indeed.