A Meeting with Royalty
Julian Gallio found himself with a lot of time to think after his meeting with Viveca, and decided that another meeting was in order. After watching the tapes, he decided to change gears in his plan.

He'd spent the next day or so trying to arrange a meeting with Emma Frost or Roberto DaCosta, and surprise, Emma's people responded first. Julian introduced himself as a "the son of a friend" in his message, though he knew that Selene and Emma co-operated as long as during their acquaintance in the Hellfire Club.  Selene warned him that the White Queen's mind was a doubly deadly weapon that could easily spell doom for his plans...but she also conceded that Emma was an advantageous ally to have if he wanted to become a member.

So it was that Julian accepted Emma's offer to meet at the <i>Popular Outcast</i> and talk over business.

When Emma arrives, she is ushered to the back of the club by Paulo, Julian's Spaniard assistant, and she'll note the polished tables, the dancing cages for the younger crowd, and the large dance floor. It's easy to tell that this club caters to the younger elite crowd, and the Grand Opening is tomorrow night. 

Paulo approaches the door ahead of Emma, and quickly speaks inside. "Mr. Howard, Miss Frost has arrived."

"Escort her in, Paulo. Don't make her wait!" Julian says, as if the man should have known this already.

When Emma enters, Julian rises and comes around the front of his onyx desk, his expression neutral. He extends a hand quickly as Paulo waits for further instruction.

"Miss Frost, thank you for meeting with me today. I appreciate you taking time out of your schedule to do so." he says. "Paulo, please bring a cup of coffee for me, and Miss Frost whatever she likes."

He stopped a moment and allowed Emma to choose her beverage, if any.