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Speed Dating

Who: Anyone who wants/is forced to come
What: Speed Dating!
When: Saturday at a vaguely-afternoonish time period
Where: The Rec Center
Summary: Details here, Roster here!
Rating: PG/13/T/R/god I don't know there's too many people

[The rec center today is colourfully decorated, with posters and directing signs here and there to make this whole process easier. The main floor is peppered with a bunch of tables and chairs pilfered from various locations (primarily the school) with two chairs facing each other per table. There's a couple of bigger tables off to the side, one for food (carrying drinks and various snacks, including Teddy and Ororo's homemade rainbow cookies), and the other with a few chairs and piles of paper everywhere. And a checklist. The checklist is important.

The desk is Billy's, and he's handing sheets of paper out to anyone who comes in and was signed up for the speed dating. Give your name, get a sheet and a name tag, go to the first desk or mingle until it starts- that's what people will be told when they arrive. Teddy's not far from the desk or the door depending on where he's needed, directing people to follow the signs, get comfortable, try some snacks- whatever they want.

Finally a lounge area has been set up with cushy chairs, couches, and the rec center's supply of games and whatnot in the corner. There is a sign for the area that says, "If you find yourself on a turn without a date, come hang out!" It's also got a picture of a weird-looking potato man hanging out, but never mind that.

When everything is ready and people are good to go, Teddy steps up and calls for attention, with Billy sitting on top of the table behind him for moral support (and unhelpful interruptions).]

Hey, guys – Hey! Can everyone hear me? Everyone? [...] Great!

I'm sure everyone knows why they're here. Or, you know, not, since a few of these sign-ups look a little suspicious... [He raises an eyebrow at that, but his smile remains good-natured, and his brow smooths over soon enough.] On behalf of Alliance, welcome to Luceti's very first -

-We think.

- speed dating event! [Though Teddy glances at Billy for that interruption, he'd paused as if he expected it to come.] I'm Teddy, and this is Billy, and we're your hosts today. I'll try to be brief for those of you who just want to get this started already, but let's go over the rules and regulations first.

If you happened to get dragged into this without knowing what you're getting yourself into, it's basically exactly as it sounds. You might remember one of us handing you a list of numbers. Well, when Billy gives the signal, everyone will head to the table with the first number on their list, which will pair you off with someone in the room you just might not have met before! You'll have five minutes to talk to them and get to know them, just enough time for a good – or bad – first impression. After that, one of us will blow the whistle, and you'll go to the next numbered table. And on and on, until it's all over! By then, you might have found someone you're interested in, either as a friend, a potential love interest, or even just someone you really don't want to see again.

To keep track of it all, there's a space beside the number to write down the name of the person you're talking to and anything else you might have learned about them. And maybe by the end, you can write down a no, a yes, or an oh yes.

Try not to be too vague about it and we'll give you your matches at some point in the future.

[Teddy grins after that, a happy and excited one.] Remember, this is all about having fun and meeting new people! If you want to take a break, get bored, or don't have a partner, refreshments are on that side of the room [He gestures to the side, showing off the assorted foods and the cookies that he and Ororo spent a good part of the night baking.], or you can come up and talk to us! We're just the supervisors here, after all.

[He takes a step back after that, his attention going to Billy, his way of telling him to give the signal.] Billy?

[Billy gives a small wave, remaining on his table. Teddy did the hard part, after all.] There's a lounge, too, if we're not interesting enough. You might meet somebody there you're not paired with and find a new friend, so give it a shot.

That's pretty much it, so everyone can go on and head to your first table, and we'll blow the whistle in one minute. Thanks for coming, and try to have fun!

(( ooc: directions are as follows:

1) check your roster
2) make a top thread for your character with their name in the subject line
3) tag and be tagged
4) THERE IS NO QUESTION MARK ONLY PROFIT ))

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"It seems we meet again."

Is he disappointed in seeing an achingly familiar face in the crowd for this little get together? Adalinda certainly hopes not. It wasn't a surprise but more of an expectation when she got her matches. A lovely expectation because Monsieur Jack has a lot of charisma she cannot deny. Not to mention energy. "It's so good to see you out here with the others. Enjoying the, ah, entertainment so far?"

"Now I'm enjoying it even more, Addie." He'd spotted Adalinda at another table early on and had gone through his other mini-dated anticipating this one. He'd happily forgo the less impressive looking women to spend a little more time with the firecracker he'd met only a month ago.

"How's my competition?"

Seeing how they had such a cozy time together when they last met, he wouldn't mind if she got closer to him. Would he? His question on the 'competition' gets a laugh from her. There is a sharp twinkle in her green eyes as she covers her mouth to be polite. While making sure no one heard what she said.

"Should I be honest or sugarcoat it a little bit to not hurt their pride?" The event was fun and she thinks she'll make a lot of friends here. Which lies in the problem. This is called speed dating for a reason.

Few things made Jack as happy as someone buttering him up with flattery that was, as far as he was concerned, absolutely and completely warranted. It was always nice to find someone, Mundy or otherwise, that could look at him and realize how big of a deal he was and have the decency to be honest about it. So he sat back with a self-satisfied smile as he invited her to elaborate on his greatness.

"As it turns out, I find myself completely indifferent to any of their egos. So by all means, be as honest as you want."

She did like it when men had a certainty of themselves. Some may call it arrogance, she calls it confidence that cannot be wavered even if one toses a tornado at it. Now given the permission, Addie sees no problem letting it loose. Or as much as she could in this place.

"They just aren't as interesting and charming as you. There are a million reasons why they pale next to your presence but it boils down to that. One maybe sweet but rather dull while another is fascinating and awkward." A few people come to mind almost immediately at that. "I have to admit there were some moments I was thinking of slipping out of the event and claim a headache as a cause of my departure."

"But the thought of leaving you hanging was too much of a sin to commit. I just had to meet up with you again and catch up."

"I prefer sinners to saints, but in this case? I'll make an exception. But you're absolutely right on everything else." Perhaps more so than she realized. Jack had not yet even begun to share the absolute depths of his self-importance. But what he appreciated most in a woman was one who saw him for what he was.

Amazing.

"Now that you're sitting there, I don't think five minutes is going to be enough."

It isn't every day she met a man like Jack and his, honestly, ego. Definitely refreshing compared to the stiffs she's usually with back home. If there's one thing she did not miss it was how serious everyone about everything that they did.

She gives a quick look out at the others, trying to see if anyone would notice them missing. The next person on her list is not in sight and it's not like you would be able to meet everyone at once in this event. It is a tragedy for some but an advantage for others. Guess how Addie will think of it when she looks back at Jack, smirking a bit. "I do agree. Five minutes is just not enough when it comes to getting to know you better, Monsieur Horner."

"Perhaps we should..." She draws out the pause for a few seconds. Like she actually had to think what to do for this. "Go to somewhere more private? I'm sure the coordinators of the event will not mind if we are to spend a few more minutes with one another. It is all about making connections, no?"

Jack stood, feeling about as confident as he did the majority of time. That being, of course, one hundred percent confident. He gave her a smile and maybe it was just a trick of the light, but the sun passed through a swath of clouds and into the window and reflected on his pearly white molar in a way that seemed to make it shimmer. Or possibly Jack only imagined that happened for her benefit. Regardless, his eyes darted in the direction of the far wall, where a set of doors led to the public facilities.

"Hm," he suggested as he considered the possibility of settling their urges within a stall. But then he realized that it would be too similar to their first time together. So his eyes instead moved to the door that led to the exit. With a higher pitch, he offered another: "Hm?"

She sees where he looks and spots the door, a little grin showing her approval of this. While it is impossible for her to no wonder how they can slip out without one person or two noticing their departure, surely no one will try to stop them. Or run into them during their next destination considering how many people happen to be here for this little get together.

"You make an interesting offer." Her voice is quiet and teasing, having no qualms of leaving this place for him. After all -- Him or here. She knows her answer for that. "Have an exact place in mind where we could spend some time alone?"

While he realized the room would be infinitely less interesting without him in it. Still, he made his way to the door as casually as a man of his infinitely amazing looks could. Surely, he knew, everyone would have their eye on him. But that was a burden he'd come to accept.

"Well, Addie, there's a lot of places in a town like this. We could go to my place. Or perhaps your place. Or pick somewhere new. Hell, if you wanted to, we could do it in the woods old fashioned style."

She gives him a playful but stern look at his last suggestion on where they could do the deed, already deciding that she'll forgo the attempt to connect back to nature by going all natural there. It was like having sex in the beach. Great in the paper but terrible in execution and she learned that one the hard way.

"I think my place would be the most sufficient place. Last thing I want is for someone to possibly discover or overhear us. I wish not to be that rude to them." She's into a lot of things but that wasn't one of them.

"They'd be terrible jealous, wouldn't they?" His heart bled for all the poor heartbroken women who might see this display and feel left out. He felt satisfaction for any men who felt the same way. Those losers.

"Then by all means, lead the way. Is your place far?"

"Absolutely green with envy." Addie is used to people being jealous of her and her partners. And hanging on to the arm of a man like Jack? She can imagine some people just getting cross eyed at the sight of the blond/es.

She thinks on his question but not too much. She had made it a point to scout town in her free time, mapping and memorizing out routes and paths that would be beneficial for her. This is such a good and practical application of her current knowledge. "Not too far if one is willing to take a quick shortcut here and there. And I'm sure both of us are very willing and must hurry. I want to show you a little trick only the French shout to their partners."

Jack was fond of both shortcuts and tricks, almost as much as he was fond of people being envious of him. And so he felt a particular sense of satisfaction as he continued to follow along, feeling particularly proud of the woman he had on his arm. He felt jealous of other people for the simple reason they got to see how awesome the two of them looked. He had to settle for imagining it.

"God I love the French. Shouting and all."

"Don't you know? Everything is sexier in French." She leans against his form when she gets close enough, looping an arm around his with confidence. She definitely knows this partner up will end with a happy ending. Or two. Or several depending how energetic they both are right now. "Of course you know that all too well, darling."

Jack was hoping for at least three happily ever afters by the time midnight came and ended the spell. Except he knew midnight wouldn't turn either one of them into a pumpkin, so they could keep going even after that. But it was always nice to set goals in the bedroom beforehand. It kept you competitive. When you were in the middle of what could potentially be your millionth conquest (he lost count somewhere in the ten thousands several centuries ago), it was always important to bring your A game.

"Of course I do. I once had sex with a tour guide on top of the Eiffel Tower. You don't get more French than that."

When it came to battle, one who is a seasoned soldier of love and lust must always put their best efforts into their technique. And, if not for one reason or another, try to look good as possible at least. Addie likes to think that she does both, presentation and anticipation. So far people haven't complained about her methods. Nonetheless she is impressed to hear Jack's impressive feat. On the Eiffel Tower? She gives him a sincere applaud for doing that, having done it once or twice herself. Maybe. That night is still a foggy thing in her mind thanks to all the champagne and beer she drank then.

"Was she wearing a beret and moaning out the lyrics of La Vie en Rose? That is the true quintessential experience of lovemaking with the romantic souls of Paris. Or I've been told by people in the past." She sighs, rolling her eyes in pity and disappointment. "Shame we cannot do that here. Perhaps we'll need to improvise for some parts of it if you're interested."

"A shame that we have only the top of crowded buildings and a distant mountain peak to consider for alternatives." The former was certainly plausible, but the latter sounded simply unpleasant. So in the absence of impressive landmarks, Jack settled for good old fashioned innuendo instead. "But I'll have a tower for you to climb, either way."

The former had the risk of them being caught by someone if they were not caught. And, well, Addie is a lot of things but getting slapped with that label so early in her time here isn't appealing. Just yet. Maybe a few more months before she attempts a stunt like that.

She tries not to sound too rowdy when keeping her laughter down to something respectable, his words leaving quite an impression on her. "I see how this will go then. I shall climb the tower and fight the one-eyed monster, no? I hope the treasure in return will be gratifying for such Herculean tasks."

"It will be absolutely worth it," he promised with a sly little smirk. "You'll feel all better about yourself inside. And if you don't, I'll certainly feel all better about your inside."

Edited 2013-08-04 15:09 (UTC)

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