A Night to Remember | All Members Invited

(OOC: For timeline purposes, this takes place four days after the party thread at club NYSA)

Melanie sat at the front entrance to the House of Hades, sipping a glass of champagne. Apparently, her brother had decided that it was high time to show off the house and had thrown together a huge party in what seemed like hours. The ballroom was decked out in red and black with accents of gold, much different than it had been earlier. A small army of younger people were running about, polishing and dusting before guests could actually start arriving. When she had asked who would be attending, she had been informed that everyone on the island had been invited that morning. If Aimery wanted something done, it happened and fast.

Nodding at someone as they passed, Melanie stood up to walk into one of the sitting rooms that had already been cleaned. The dress she was wearing felt almost too tight, the heels too tall. Melanie hoped that whatever happened tonight would be worth it to Aimery, if nothing else.

Mel's Outfit

Jason stood at her door, his suit rather pressed and cleaned. It was the only one he had and his first chance at coming to a party had to be taken advantage of. He would stick a hand in his pocket and would knock casually on the front door- it was about ten minutes after the party was supposed to start. He cleared his throat, grinning at the door being opened. He held out a bottle Billecart-Salmon
Brut Reserve champagne, which he would hand to whomever took it.

"Well...this place isn't intimidating at all...."

He'd walk down and toward the other drinks, aiming to take the nearest glass and take a quick sip. He'd look toward the sitting room where Mel was and would approach, likely coming up from behind her. He didn't know what most people did with mansions- but he couldn't begrudge them throwing a party.

"You sure clean up nice. Little different from the knife throwing badass I know."

He grinned. That's how you kick off a conversation!

Jason's outfit

Melanie turned to face Jason, grimacing slightly. "Aimery picked it out. I would've worn a pantsuit if he would've let me, but at least he has good taste." Taking in Jason's suit, she smiled. "You don't clean up too bad yourself." He did look nice, and at least one person had decided to show up that Aimery hadn't actually paid.

"Congratulations on being the first real person to arrive. I think Aimery could've postponed things for a few days, let everyone make plans. When he gets it in his head to do something, he does it." Taking a sip of her champagne, Melanie stood up to make her way back towards the ballroom.

"Bernard I swear I'll freaking kill you-" Accalia was being dragged out of her house by one of her co-workers and good friends, Bernard. He seemed to have recruited Aimery as well, for the both were leading her toward the House of Hades where some elaborate party was supposed to take place. Accalia was practically tackled by her roommate, the illustrious blonde one, and forced into a yellow dress, heels and some jewelry. Once her hair was curled Bernie came for her, dressed rather dashing himself but pushing her last nerve.

"Take it easy, Cail. You look like a gift from the Gods," Bern winked as he linked her arm through his and pulled her up to the house, "I told you I'd show you a good party, didn't I?" OOh that wicked smirk! Accalia glared at him as he escorted her into the house.

She froze, seeing Jason standing across the room wearing that suit. Holy Tarturus, she thought as Bernie dragged her over to the refreshment table.

@bernard, @calloway, @accaila @aimery


outfit

Jason grinned.

"I try my best. Here I thought I would be fashionably late. But I don't mind being first. It makes-" He cut off as Accalia walked in, his eyes on hers, taking in the dress, the people pulling on her arm but mostly....the fact that she was staring at him. He was happy that was the case, and would gesture with his glass as though to say "here is to you." before turning back to Mel and offering a small smile.

"Sorry- as I was saying, it makes me look good."

He would give a little wink, as though to say he was grinning. He would take a drink before complimenting as he should have.

"Seriously though, you are gorgeous."

The second time he called her that.

Tere had been just a little shocked to receive an invite from Melanie to a party that she was hosting at her own home. Still, never one to say no to a party or getting dressed up. She smiled and went to her closet to get dressed.

Soon she was making her way up the steps of the grand house, it had to be - by far - the largest house on the entire of Concordia. It was a place that she had spotted before, but hadn't known who it belonged to. She licked her lips a little before she glanced down at her phone. Tere had sent a text to Ashton asking if he was going to show, but so far had not received a response from him. Then her teal eyes lifted to the house and she made her way in.

Once inside she stopped to take in her surroundings. She spotted Jason, looking oh so handsome in his suit, it was quite becoming on him. Then she spotted the hostess and started to make her way towards her, wishing to offer her a 'thanks' for the invite to the party.

"Melanie..." She started, not wanting to be too intrusive


@accaila @calloway @ashton

((Outfit))

Melanie laughed at Jason's comment, suprised to hear him say it again in such a short time. She wasn't quite sure what had gotten in to the boys around here, but it was entertaining at the least. "Well thank you Jason. I hope you enjoy the night." Before she had a chance to reply further, she happened to catch Teresia's approach out of the corner of her eye.

"Teresia! I'm glad you could make it." She greeted with an enthusiastic grin. This wasn't her scene anymore, but she could play hostess with the best of them on any day. "Will you excuse me for just a second?" She asked politely, stepping away to pull her cellphone out of a jacket she had draped across a chair to send a few text messaged.

MT: Where are you, there are people here. (sent to @zane and @aimery)

MT: Party. My house. Formal dress. Please? (Sent to @acacia)

MT: Come save me from being a hostess all night long and I'll give you free alcohol (sent to @braxton)

Walking back to the pair, she smiled apologetically. "I'm sorry, where were we again?"

@tere @calloway

Masin was always up for a party, especially since campaigning season was just about to begin. She needed to start campaigning and part of that, was networking. So, she got all dressed up and made her way to the House of Hades for their little get together. She respected Aimerys request at formal attire, that's something she really liked was to dress formally.

She entered the house and took a gander at the people around her. She made her way over to grab a drink, a glass of wine if there was any, and turned to take a gander at the people who had arrived, taking stock in who she did and didn't know. That's when she spotted Aimery and decided she'd better chat with one of the hosts.

@aimery (now you have to post no choice XD)
outfit

Tere's brow arched slightly at the warm reception but then smiled and took it with grace, her eyes glancing for a moment to her brother before she looked back at Melanie. "Thank you for the invite, I hope you don't mind, I have invited someone along, though I don't know if he plans to make it. I get the feeling big parties and groups are his forte." She said with a laugh, but she thought it was still a good idea to inform her of someone joining. It was only polite.

Then her eyes did the rounds, seeing who she knew and who she didn't. She would need to get to know some of the people, learn about them, see who she clicked with and who she didn't. Still, every so often, her eyes did rest on those she did know, Jason, for the most part for a moment but then would pull her eyes away before it became to odd. Tere just hoped that @ashton would show, otherwise tonight would be something all together something else. Something she would need to escape.

@accaila @calloway

Jason would gesture off as Tere approached.

"Actually...I'm gonna go say hi to someone. I'll see you guys soon."

He'd head out around the building, intent to come up on Accalia from behind. He grabbed a glass as well, with more cider. He'd put a hand on her back and lean in close, whispering in her ear gently.

"You look beautiful."

"I'm pretty sure Aimery invited the entire island. Whenever that little brother of mine shows up, I'll introduce you." Melanie observed the now growing crowd. Aimery appeared to be near a pillar on the other side of the room, talking to someone she didn't know. Most of her people hadn't shown up yet, but hopefully they'd start filing in soon. Almost as an after thought, she picked up the phone she had left in her hand and dialed on last number.

MT: Hey, Colonel. Party at my place, everyone seems to be showing up. Come be social. (sent to @finley).


@tere

Mel might think that Aimery was doing this just to show off their wealth and fancily boast about it through this formal, upscale party being thrown at the House of Hades.  It was a good contrast to add class back to the island after that sluggish party thrown at the nightclub, in his opinion.  While those facts were definitely influences, the main reason why he thought to do it in the first place was for the enjoyment of his sister, Mel.  Nowadays Mel didn't seem like the happiest of people, and while Aimery didn't pry into her business, he wanted to lift her spirits and thus thought up about this party.

The place was regally decorated as he liked.  There would also be classical music playing, but Aimery decided that there ought to be an interval of modern music to appeal to the mainstream people.  If he wanted to impress, he also had to be a good host, too, and that meant relating to the people even if he disagreed with them on most aspects.  But then again, Aimery was in a good mood--a slightly humorous one, in fact.  He was ready to chat with the people attending should they so choose to talk to him.  He was decked out in a designer suit, one of the many that his mother sent his way. 

Aimery had just walked back into the House of Hades, though.  What he had been doing outside? Well, surprise: He had helped a son of Dionysus bring a stubborn daughter of Ceres to the party.  One would wonder how on earth a person, especially one who was Bernard Neville, got him to do that.  But again, Aimery was in a humorous mood, and he decided to accept Bernard's request.  It also had to do with the fact that this Accalia Philips was serious like him and balked at parties from what Bernard said.  A kindred spirit.  He could relate, and thus sympathize.  It had been fun coaxing her and complimenting her appearance with Bernard as they progressed to the house.  But really, she did look splendid, and he was happy that she would dress up like that for the party.  And yes, even that crazy Bernard was wearing something decent.

Aimery chuckled as he watched Bernard drag her to the refreshment table, deciding that his job here was done.  But he did follow them there, although he was minding his own business now.  He took up a glass of wine and a cookie and started to chew on the cookie first.  His phone rang and he put the glass of wine on the table so he could have an available hand to reach into his pocket to fish it out.  He had a text from Mel asking where he was, as people were here.  He promptly texted back that he just arrived after helping Bernard bring a friend over to the party before putting the phone back into his pocket.

From the corner of his eye, he spotted someone approaching.  It was a beautiful brunette woman, and he smiled faintly at her, giving a short nod of his head.  "Good evening, Miss."

Aimery's outfit

@masin

Tere arched her brow at the rudeness of her brother, but instead of showing it, she kept her perfected facade up, her smile bright and cheery, her eyes hardened a little though before she kicked them back into place - metaphorically speaking. "Oh, so that was your brother that gave me the invite, I guess you will have to introduce me, otherwise I can't thank him." She said with a soft laugh, her eyes following Melanie's gaze for a moment, before returning to the girl.

"So, parties aren't a big thing for you either I take it?" She asked with a teasing tone and then glanced around for a moment. "I'm not keeping you from anyone am I? I would hate to monopolize you."

@accaila

"MT: Hey, Colonel. Party at my place, everyone seems to be showing up. Come be social."

Fin looked down at his phone and groaned loudly. Here was Mel, expecting him to come and be social, of all things. He knew about the party, of course... the formal dress almost made it worth it. Ugh, fine. He got dressed in his best suit and made his way to the house of Hades.

He was relieved to see his new friend Tere talking with Mel and walked straight over to the ladies. "I'm here. So don't sue me," he muttered. Trying to make a joke but probably sounding depressing.


@tere @accaila

Tere glanced over as she heard Fin come up beside her and Mel and smiled brightly to the man, turning and gently pressing a soft kiss to his cheek before brushing her hands along his shoulders to make sure that she didn't mess up his suit too much. "You are looking quite handsome Fin, I love this suit on you. Very Becoming." She purred lightly and then glanced back to Melanie "Did you invite this handsome devil just to please little ol me?" She asked with a teasing tone, winking to the woman, hoping the girl would see she was trying to make him blush.

@finley @accaila