StrongBox (strongbox) wrote in marvel_nextgen,
@ 2011-04-14 18:03:00

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Back in the saddle again
The date was a little awkward, what with both girls getting married soon, and him not being all that familiar with any of the people involved first hand before-hand, but it was still pleasant... and had some promise. Worst case scenario, if she's more truly married than she indicated, he can always call this a business meeting and take the write-off, since there is some business to discuss.

First things first, arranging the date. He makes reservations - in Canada, so getting some wine with dinner shouldn't be an issue, rents a limousine, makes arrangements for her flight, and sets up possible options for movies or dancing after dinner if she likes.

Its been way too long since he's been on a real date.

"Yes, hello. Is Vernique there?"

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strongbox
2011-04-17 09:28 pm UTC (link)

Jordan's pride and joy. "State of the art entertainment system. Giant screen TV, speakers in the ceilings, floor, walls... for true surround sound, DDR and motion sensing video game controls built in, 128 disc changer, every channel known to man, leather sofas, bean bags, built in refrigeration and snack cupboards, the cup holders have cooling and heating elements... gives the team at least a little bit of 'better than home' away from home."

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	butterflybullet 2011-04-17 11:13 pm UTC (link)
	"Impressive! I'm envious. But then, I just recently spent a week where I can't have a blowdrier." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	strongbox 2011-04-17 11:28 pm UTC (link)
	"The Temple was my masterwork, still. Power armor can be second. So... you were really away quite a while, huh?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	butterflybullet 2011-04-18 12:12 am UTC (link)
	"Not so long this last trip to Asgard, not in comparison with the nearly-a-year lost in the timestream and also usually sans blowdrier." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	strongbox 2011-04-18 01:27 am UTC (link)
	"You seem to be doing a good job making up for lost time. I wouldn't have been able to tell." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	butterflybullet 2011-04-18 01:32 am UTC (link)
	"I pride myself on being flexible, within reason." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	strongbox 2011-04-18 03:15 am UTC (link)
	"But prefer not having to do without the hair dryer, obviously." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	butterflybullet 2011-04-18 03:24 am UTC (link)
	"Exactly. It takes a lot of work to make my hair look decent when it air dries. And I had to deal with that while getting knighted by King Arthur --" she smiles with her fingers to her lips. "Don't tell on me. It's totally illegal in America to get knighted." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

strongbox
2011-04-18 03:32 am UTC (link)

"Well, first, of course, you're not in America. Slightly more flexible about that, not that I'd tell a lady's secrets... but... actually, foreign nationals can be knighted. Its rare, but possible for exceptional and meritorious service to the Empire and all... you just can't use the title 'Sir'... however, you would be allowed to add KBE - Knight of the British Empire - if the sovereign and current Secretary for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs agrees to recognize it. If you'd like to check on that, I can make an inquiry."

That legal knowledge has to come in handy somewhere.

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	butterflybullet 2011-04-18 03:49 am UTC (link)
	"Very kind of you to offer," Vernique says sincerely, smiling. "But I'd rather just stay reasonably discreet about that one. With Captain America for a godfather, one does what one can to avoid the Disappointed Look." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	strongbox 2011-04-18 03:51 am UTC (link)
	"I kind of figured you'd say that, but figured I'd also ask. After all, only so many Americans get knighted." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	butterflybullet 2011-04-18 03:57 am UTC (link)
	"A thoughtful offer rarely goes amiss." Vernique sipped some wine. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	strongbox 2011-04-18 04:25 pm UTC (link)
	He has some more wine, finishing it as the net course arrives. "So, I should ask while we have some time here, while you're out tonight, did you want to see a show? See the town? Head back after dinner?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	butterflybullet 2011-04-18 04:36 pm UTC (link)
	"I've got enough energy for a long evening. What would you want to see?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	strongbox 2011-04-18 04:51 pm UTC (link)
	Jordan draws out his phone, tapping a few keys. "Let's see, we can hit the theater. APN has a show entirely in ASL, and An Almost Perfect Thing showing. There's Shakespeare in the Park's evening show. Movies... you're the guest, I'm the tour guide. What's your pleasure, madameoiselle?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	butterflybullet 2011-04-18 05:31 pm UTC (link)
	"I can't watch An Almost Perfect Thing tonight; I've heard about it, and I'm sure it's good, but I couldn't get over the implications of everything. Let's go with Shakespeare." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	strongbox 2011-04-18 07:00 pm UTC (link)
	"No difficulty. Shakespeare it is. The local company is quite good. Maybe not Broadway good, but good." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	butterflybullet 2011-04-18 07:27 pm UTC (link)
	"Great. I'm a bit of a sucker for the classics, anyway." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	strongbox 2011-04-18 08:23 pm UTC (link)
	"Can't say I'm too surprised. Any other hobbies or interests beyond the classics, fashion, business and aromatics?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	butterflybullet 2011-04-19 02:56 am UTC (link)
	"Just marksmanship and impending motherhood, really. And you, besides tech, business, national security strategy, and sports?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	strongbox 2011-04-19 02:59 am UTC (link)
	"I'm too easily distracted by hobbies. Frailty of a busy mind... robotics, computer science, Canadian and international law, French literature and cinema, classic and action movies, hockey... but really, when I get the chance, my real devotion is for extreme sports. Especially skiing and snowboarding." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	butterflybullet 2011-04-19 03:40 am UTC (link)
	"I'm not surprised... favorite English-language movie?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	strongbox 2011-04-19 05:08 am UTC (link)
	"Ooohhh, tough question. The Godfather is right up there. MASH, Apocalypse Now, Star Wars, The Blues Brothers and Dr. Strangelove all might fight it for the top spot. And yours?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	butterflybullet 2011-04-19 05:15 am UTC (link)
	"To Kill a Mockingbird, Roman Holiday..." a slow grin. "And maybe Clueless, just because." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	strongbox 2011-04-19 05:19 am UTC (link)
	"Ahhh, the first, very good, definitely. Have never seen Clueless I'm afraid." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)