Lian Harper/Jade Arrow (rightontarget) wrote in dc_nextgen,
@ 2010-09-24 22:51:00

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A night at the opera
Lian made her way to where she was to meet Damien to take the private jet to the opera in Dubai. For someone who normally didn't care what she looked like, Lian had certainly put in a lot of time and effort making sure that she'd looked Just Right. Her hair was in an updo, with a few curled strands out in front. She hadn't painted herself, but she'd put on more makeup than she normally did. She wore a long black dress, just nice enough for the occasion.

It was all a part of the mission. Him being a good kisser was just an extra bonus.

She entered where she was supposed to meet him.

She smiled at him, walking over to him.

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	rightontarget 2010-09-25 01:44 am UTC (link)
	Lian let out a contented sigh. "Yes, I wouldn't want us to be late on my account." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-25 02:02 am UTC (link)
	"Oh, before we go..." Damien says, kneeling for just a moment to kiss Lian's hips, just over her tattoos. "Now we may go." he says, taking her hand to lead her up the steps to the plane. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-25 02:06 am UTC (link)
	Lian smiled. "Daily ritual complete?" she said, taking his hand. She was looking forward to the opera...even though she had no clue what to expect, having never been to one before. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-25 02:14 am UTC (link)
	"Yes. One must always complete rituals in order for the magic behind them to work." Damien says. "The show that we are seeing is well-received all over the world. I hope you will enjoy it." he says. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-25 02:22 am UTC (link)
	"What opera are we going to see?" Lian asked, taking her seat on the plane. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

headofthedemon
2010-09-25 02:31 am UTC (link)

Damien sits down next to her as the attendant brings out two chilled glasses as well as a bottle of champagne in a bucket of ice.

"The opera is called Don Giovani. It is a Mozart piece." Damien says, filling Lian in on the basics of what it is about without giving much away. He wants to see what reaction she will have to it, if any.

"Afterward, our gear is packed for a night in the desert." Damien says, filling a glass with champagne and offering it to Lian.

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	rightontarget 2010-09-25 02:39 am UTC (link)
	Lian listened to him explain the opera, fully interested in it. "I look forward to seeing it for myself," she said. She took a sip of the champagne, grinning. "Is that to remain a surprise to me as well?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-25 02:45 am UTC (link)
	He fills his own glass and smiles. "Well, mostly. I am taking you to a place that I have never shared with anyone else. "I also have treats for you, but no bacon. I hope you will be able to forgive me." he grins. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-25 02:49 am UTC (link)
	"I should be able to." She paused, grinning. "In due time." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

headofthedemon
2010-09-25 03:12 am UTC (link)

The plane ride does not last long, and the moment they disembark, the pair is hurried into a black limousine complete with police escort.

The streets of Dubai are cleared for the Demon and his Lady, and they make it to the opera house with time to spare. Damien exits the car first and the pair are escorted to a side entrance of the opera house.

This side door opens a a stairway that leads to the top floor of the building. Damien and Lian are then escorted into a large private suite, complete with plush chairs and a view of the entire arena from their location. It is far too much space for just two people, but it is theirs.

Freshly prepared veal, steak and lobster await them, along with fresh fruit and an assortment of drinks. Soon enough, they are left alone.

"I think one of the attendants admires Morgaine. He was sad that she did not show." Damien smiles. "I shall have to tell her that."

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rightontarget
2010-09-25 03:19 am UTC (link)

Seeing how everyone cleared the streets for them reminded Lian of how much power Damien truly had. If he really found out about her, he could have her disposed of with a snap of his fingers. Hell, he could probably do it himself.

But she didn't care about that right now.

The suite was far too big for just the two of them, but Lian did expect anyone else to be joining them. She certainly hoped that no one was joining them.

Liam smiled. "Your sister doesn't strike me as the type that enjoys opera."

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headofthedemon
2010-09-25 03:24 am UTC (link)

"Morgaine prefers constantly movement and engagement of her senses. She, like you, is an adrenaline junkie. Nothing excites her more than the possibility of death in something she does." Damien says.

It has long been rumored that the only man who could ever tame Morgaine would be someone as action-oriented as herself. Damien has mixed feelings about this, as he'd prefer his younger sister /not/ be killed indulging herself. He loved her too much to bury her, despite how often she challenged him.

"In total, no, she does not like opera. I think I saw her smile during the last one I took her to, but only because she was rewriting the script in her head. I think there were more deaths in her version." Damien says darkly, going to fill a plate.

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rightontarget
2010-09-25 03:30 am UTC (link)

Lian resisted the urge to ask Damien if he'd ever considered taking his sister to see a psychiatrist. However, most people would question the sanity of her family.

Though her family was at least on a normal level of insanity. Well, most of them.

"In my limited knowledge of opera, I've heard that it's not an opera unless there's at least one death," Lian said, pouring them each a glass of wine.

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headofthedemon
2010-09-25 03:35 am UTC (link)

"I've heard that same saying, Lian. I have never seen an opera where at least one person didn't die. And then a character died, too." he says.

Shows like this were great places to dispatch people one wanted out of the way.

He walks up behind her, wrapping his arms around her waist.

"I am having difficulty keeping my eyes off you, Lian. I know we came for the opera, and I will do my best to let you watch unmolested." he whispers in her ear.

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	rightontarget 2010-09-25 03:39 am UTC (link)
	"At least you can mix business and pleasure," Lian said with a grin. "Few are capable of doing that." Lian sighed, bringing a hand up to his face, turning her head over her shoulder to face him. "If you have the sudden urge to leave...I understand completely." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-26 12:34 am UTC (link)
	"I'm sure I'll have that urge many times this evening, but I will not give in to it. I intend to see that you see this opera in its entirety. Later on, I will give in to my urges." he smiles, taking his glass of wine and going to his seat. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-26 12:41 am UTC (link)
	"You've piqued my interest, but I'll use all of my restraint to keep my mind on the opera," Lian said, taking her own glass of wine and taking her seat next to Damien. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

headofthedemon
2010-09-26 12:52 am UTC (link)

Don Giovani is one of Damien's favorites because it reminds him of himself, in portions. There are parts where he laughs, or is extremely solemn, even while drinking his wine and eating.

But what interests him most are Lian's reactions to the play, and he'll surreptitiously watch her throughout the performance to gauge her feels on it, and most of all, if she's truly enjoying herself or just humoring him.

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	rightontarget 2010-09-26 01:04 am UTC (link)
	The English translation in her program certainly helped Lian to understand what was going on better in the opera, but she didn't follow along with it. When Damien looked over, he'd see that she was absolutely engulfed in Don Giovani, completely wrapped up in the story. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-26 01:50 am UTC (link)
	Damien smiles to himself, returning to the program. He'd hoped she liked it, and she did. Perhaps they could do this again when time permitted and things would not be so busy. The League had much to do before the end of the year and well into the next, and he would need to be at the forefront to lead the charge. Tonight, however, was just for the two of them. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-26 02:22 am UTC (link)
	Lian continued to watch the opera with interest. The little nagging voice in the back of her head? Gone. Well, mostly. She was just telling it to shut the hell up. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-26 07:23 am UTC (link)
	"Are you enjoying yourself...Lian?" Damien says, almost slipping once again. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-26 04:00 pm UTC (link)
	"I am Damien," Lian said, smiling at him, taking another sip of her wine. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-26 04:31 pm UTC (link)
	"I am glad." he says, and returns to the show. Eventually, Don Giovani ends Damien stands going to pour himself another glass of wine. "Would you like to meet the cast?" he asks. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-26 04:37 pm UTC (link)
	Lian nodded, finishing off her glass of wine. "I feel honored to," she said. "They all did a spectacular job." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)