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The Other Side [private-ish eve. 9/17]
By: Dominica Cruzas Date: September 18, 2012, 8:33 pm
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He'd wanted to go out and drink with her. Experience the sort of
fun she found her way into. She could make that happen, but he'd
have to step out of his comfort zone. He might even look at it
as slumming, but the street rat knew her roots. This was where
she'd grown up. Already, the smells were all too familiar.
Spice, heat in the air. It had been a cool day, so the streets
weren't unbearably hot.
Her heels clicked in the rhythm of her steps, and to the faint
drum on the air. On a balcony above them, someone had set up a
rhythm, and another coaxed the strings of a guitar to play a
plaintive chord. Babies cried, the faint blare of T.V.s could be
heard. The streets were a little dirty. The various individuals
that skulked and leaned against walls appeared unsavory.
Still, the Spanish chiquita strolled. The leather pants hugged
her hips and thighs lovingly, yet easily concealed all but the
toe and heel of her boot. The top, a black slinky fabric, had
lacing at the sides that showed peaks of skin, the same sort of
pattern down her spine. Skin was covered, yet curves were on
display.
Despite rough appearances, none of the men were stupid enough to
catcall or comment, though eyes followed the girl. Here, the
Black Butterfly didn't exist. But Dominica Cruzas had her own
reputation. Likely a few wondered about the blonde pretty boy
beside her, though.
"Spanish Harlem. I won't say she'll welcome you, but if you
stick with me, you'll find all the places worth knowing." She
said lightly, voice a purr, contralto from the clove she
currently smoked.
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Re: The Other Side [private-ish eve. 9/17]
By: King Date: September 18, 2012, 9:02 pm
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He walked along with her, hands behind his head in a relaxed
gesture, a smile on his face. "Well, I am very fortunate to have
such a great guide" He replys, turning the smile to her. He
seemed to pay no mind to the people looking at them. He may be
ignoring them, but its quite possible hes completely oblivious.
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Re: The Other Side [private-ish eve. 9/17]
By: Dominica Cruzas Date: September 18, 2012, 10:07 pm
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She cut her eyes to him, and grinned slightly. "The best of 'em,
dollface. Time to cross the street." They'd slowly left the
apartment buildings behind, the buildings moving more toward
businesses. They passed by many bars, it looked like. Some were
very adult, leaning more toward a strip joint than anything
else. Others were just not quite fitting for what Dominica
required.
The woman moseyed out into the street. She crossed the street
like any New Yorker, fully alert and weaving between the
vehicles. As she reached the other side, she offered her hand.
"You'll wanna take my hand. It's easy to get separated in here."
She said before she moved the door wide.
The smell of bayou cooking met both of their noses, as did the
sound of some AC/DC tune. The DJ gave Nica a nod, as did the
bartender, a woman who looked to be in her thirties, easily. The
Spanish woman hadn't been lying. It is definitely packed.
She wove like water through the crowd, flashing smiles at those
that reached out to pat her, greet her, kiss her. So many
different greetings. Still she determinedly wove her way back to
the rear of the club, and to a raised platform that had reserved
on it. She tore the sign away. "This one's ours. Called down
here and had 'em make sure I'd get my table. So, whatcha think,
dollface?"
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Re: The Other Side [private-ish eve. 9/17]
By: King Date: September 18, 2012, 10:26 pm
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Hed held her hand tight as they entered, and looked around abit
at the crowd.
"Your certainly popular here" he laughs.
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Re: The Other Side [private-ish eve. 9/17]
By: Dominica Cruzas Date: September 18, 2012, 10:46 pm
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A barmaid bustled up, ready to take their order. Dominica
settled her eyes on the woman, greeting her in Spanish. After
the greeting, she swithced back to English in deference to
Dante's not knowing what she's saying. "I'd like a bottle of
Crown Royal, and a bottle of Cabo. Limes and glasses of water,
as well." The girl didn't even write, she just nodded and melted
off back into the crowd.
"I'm a regular here, dollface. I've been coming here for
about...5 years now. Plus, this is my neighborhood. Grew up two
blocks over. I had my first job serving here." She said as she
leaned her arms on the table. "Now, once this liquor gets here,
we're gonna have to make this a challenge. Make it interesting.
There's pool for later, and karaoke will be starting up." She
leaned close, inches from him. "But, I want to see if you can
keep up with me. And a big man like you should be able to drink
with me. But how do we make it worthwhile? Tell me what you'd
want to win."
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Re: The Other Side [private-ish eve. 9/17]
By: King Date: September 18, 2012, 11:39 pm
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5 years?..
Dante smiles. "A challange. You know me so well" he says with a
laugh "For a prize... hm..." slowly his smile turns abit
devious. "Well, I did see this lovely little maid outfit
recently..."
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Re: The Other Side [private-ish eve. 9/17]
By: Dominica Cruzas Date: September 19, 2012, 12:02 am
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Her brow arched slightly as she eyed him. "So, someone wants to
play dress up." Her lips curved slightly, mischief and yes, a
little touch of deviancy there. "If it's dress up you want, I
think I'll do you one better. I'll let you pick out three things
to suit your imagination. However, if I manage to drink you
under the table? I get to do the same thing with you. I get to
put you in any three things I desire." She offered to him.
The alcohol arrived just then, and her eyes shifted to the
aitress, giving a quiet "Gracias." She waited until the woman
left, her face holding that silent dare. Almost as if she gave
the challenge to come get her. "In or out, gorgeous?" She popped
the label on the Crown with a deft and practiced hand, pouring
the shots neatly. Her shot, she picked up, and paused, waiting
for his go.
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Re: The Other Side [private-ish eve. 9/17]
By: King Date: September 19, 2012, 12:15 am
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He laughed and took his first shot in one quick go. "My dear,
you know i cannot turn a challange down"
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Re: The Other Side [private-ish eve. 9/17]
By: Dominica Cruzas Date: September 19, 2012, 1:28 am
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She tossed hers back with not even a shudder. And proceeded to
pour another for the both of them. And downed the shot with the
same ease. Crown always went down smooth. She stood up, the two
shots settling themselves just fine in her stomach, warming her
easily.
She braced her hands on Dante's knees, leaning down to look him
in the eye. All signs of the troublemaker are there in her eyes.
"So, what do I have to bribe you with to get you to dance with
me." Even if he's a man that dances, she's still more than
willing to play this game.
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Re: The Other Side [private-ish eve. 9/17]
By: King Date: September 19, 2012, 1:35 am
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He smiles, downing the second just as easily. When she gets in
his face, he meets her gaze with a smile. He didnt answer for a
moment, as if thinking. Then from nowhere, he steals a light
kiss from her lips. "That will suffice" he says with a teasing
smile
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