Party time and more [Action]

[idkmybffalfred]

[In a ballroom at Central City.]

The auction was done and a hefty pile of wealth had been gathered to help pay for the reconstruction of Amestris in the wake of the devastating undead invasion. All that was left at this point was the after party, and EVERYONE has been invited. The majority of the party has moved to a huge ballroom, complete with an in house orchestra, several tables of light snacks and drinks, a large dancing area, tables around the edges of the room, and servants with trays of drinks making sure no one goes long without a glass. Brag about your newest acquisition, seeth with jealousy at the guy who bid more on the piece you wanted, enjoy fine food and drinks from across the empire, get drunk, dance, have fun. Mr. Wayne is footing the bill tonight.

[Elsewhere, later that evening...]


A dark figure edges close to the tall wall surrounding the manor belonging to the mysterious man known only as The Major. It produces a grappling hook from under its cloak, and is perched atop the wall in short order to get a better look at what it has to contend with here.

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[gothamsknight]

There's wasn't time to think about it, so Batman let her go and dashed through the midst of the stunned guards. This had been an absolute disaster because of that damn girl, and now millenium would be expecting trouble.

Hell, he'd be lucky if he could get out of here alive.

[i_shotfirst_too]

"Ah, Regent Governor Ishida." Indiana approaches, finding kinship in someone else who doesn't enjoy the peacock festival. "I'm Doctor Indiana Jones, with the Imperial University, I like to thank your people again for allowing the opportunity to study Sawa's history."

[i_shotfirst_too]

Indiana came dressed in a comfortable brown suit that while formal - stands out from the rest in the utter lack of ornaments or symbols of wealth or power - representing the University much to his displeasure. He shook hands or bowed as appropriate, thanking those who funded it, especially his expeditions.

He taken to grabbing some drinks to keep his calm - least he managed to win the bid on an old spice box that had little material value, but was a piece of early church history.

[genuine_human]

"Congratulations are in order for your victory," the Major says as he walks over to Indiana with yet another glass of champagne. He gives the man a smile and raises his glass off to him to greet him. "That spice box of yours wasn't something that I had bid on, but a friend of mine had certainly wanted it. In his place, I congratulate you."

The Major spent the evening mostly bidding on military regalia. It seemed like a convenient opportunity to take them from the hands of his colleagues who had no need of them. His men had carried off the ornamented sword and flags that he had won.

thank you Batman T__T

[fox_of_sawayama]

"My apologies," Mitsunari muttered tersely, looking aside. "The Major and I have certain irreconcilable differences. Perhaps it's best if I take my leave." He headed towards the restroom to splash some cold water on his face and rinse the sticky smear of blood from his hands.

[i_shotfirst_too]

Indy had noticed and kept his opinions to himself, while collecting historical treasures often include war memorabilia - only looking towards such objects is a little odd in his opinion.

"Thank you Major." He gave a polite nod. "I'm always on the look out for whatever could shed light on the unknown chapters of Dagaria's history."

[genuine_human]

"And I would expect nothing less from a famed archaeologist such as yourself," the Major says with his default, cheerful tone. "We need every mind we can to uncover more of our lost cultures and histories. The champions of struggle are the ones who shape history, but how they must mourn being forgotten so easily over the course of time."

[hair_dress_accent]

As soon as one foot touched the ground, Kallen took off. As soon as she could see the stairs - and the remaining guards - she teleported, well ahead of Batman. A split-second later, she was at the top of the stairs in a second teleport.

Her plan had fallen apart - only some random notes off one desk. If she was lucky, they'd be useful to Zero. If not... She had a report to give.

If anyone would believe it...

[singinghuntress]

She knew exactly where her Major would be. It was obvious wasn't it? With his love of food, it was no surprise when she found him with plates laden with what this benefit had to offer! To see him do anything less would make her worry.

As for Rip, she was in an exceedingly good mood. She had managed to dodge guard duty and was dressed in a new suit even! The music was just splendid~ and nearly made her want to sing.

"Vat vonderful muzic~! It makes me vant to zing~."

[singinghuntress]

What a fun place to be~. The music was threatening to sweep up the huntress in its beautiful melody! Rip had sat through the auction, not really paying much attention unless a gun came across the stage. At one point she even bet on an ancient musket only to be outbid.

As much as it annoyed her, she let it slide simply by reminding herself that her own weapon of choice was much more... entertaining.

Right now she was mingling, talking to some of her fellow soldiers and even dancing a step here and there. Her own outfit was just a simple military dress uniform with her army ranking displayed. Nothing fancy really, she was only a First Lieutenant. Barely importaint~.

Though, it was hard to believe that such an innocent looking woman was really in the military. She just seemed so nice~.

[noblemonster]

That night Victoria was rather curious about the people around her. Every chance she got, she used to mingle and get caught up on the politics of the age. Admittedly her own beauty attracted attention from some of the nobles there. For this night, she even updated her appearance, wearing a burgundy dress in one of the most popular styles of the season.

To a few, her name made them wary for some reason. As if they had heard of her before. Victoria would chat with them briefly before parting. The information she got from them had certainly been enlightening.

As for the auction, she had willingly donated a piece from her own art collection. An ivory pillar standing four feet tall decorated with iconography from a religion long forgotten since the rise of the church.

She was amused when it sold for a considerably high price. Now she just drifted, listening and chatting while holding a glass of red wine. Every once in a while she would take a sip and just.. smile.

[noblemonster]

As Victoria mingled, she caught sight of someone less extravagantly dressed than the rest. Further observation lead her to the conclusion, and a little ease dropping, that he was a scholar of some sort.

Of course, that managed to gain the Lady's attention. Victoria wandered over to him, wine glass in hand an a small pleasant smile on her lips.

"Congratulations on your win in the auction Mr. Jones. I admit, I was a bit surprised anyone showed interest in that item. It seemed hardly interesting."

Unlike her own contribution. A rather large ivory pillar with ancient carvings from a period predating the church.

[noblemonster]

As she approached the food, she noticed a rather.. plump man gathering up meat to consume. Admittedly it did look rather appetizing, but not her usual fair.

As for the man in question, she was curious yet apprehensive. From what she had managed to gather, he was one of the men from the Amestris's Army. How.. interesting.

[i_shotfirst_too]

Indiana Jones nods politely. "It's a way to honor the sacrifices they made, and as they say it's the Victor who writes history, often leaving details out."

[i_shotfirst_too]

"Thank you, Lady Winter." Indy smiled quietly. "It may not be a prized treasure, but it is an important relic from the era - and well preserved. It does seem as thought it still has myrrh inside. I do wonder where you found your contribution."

[noblemonster]

"It has been in my family's collection for quite some time actually. I merely felt it was time to downsize a little, for a good cause of course."

The truth behind the pillar would remain with her of course. Victoria just smiled, curious to see if he would ask more about it.

"If your purchase still has myrrh inside of it, then perhaps it was worth its price. A fine relic find indeed."

[halfbaked_prophet]

Before Mitsunari knew it, he'd found a familiar presence next to him - dressed in a regal blue kimono with a subtle pattern of running hares, and instead of the hawk helm, he had a courier's hat with an attached veil that covers his hair. Has anyone seen Waka's hair, really?

"My Lord, you seem quite tense."

[halfbaked_prophet]

The adviser for Mitsunari had arrived late as usual for him, quiet as a church mouse even with those staggeringly tall getas on his feet. He's dressed as a traditional noble of Sawa, a rich blue kimono with a subtle pattern of running hares with a black haori over it. Waka matches it with a courier's hat and veil and conceals his hair.

He's flitting from person to person, chatting amiably as he subtly nudges people to talking far more then they intended to.

[i_shotfirst_too]

"Is that so?" He inquired, raising his brow over his glasses. "May I ask as to how your family acquired such a treasure?" Indy is a curious man.

"Perhaps or it's just the scent, I will have to open it once I return home."

[noblemonster]

That curiosity may lead to strange places if he's not careful. "On that, I may have to check my collections records. When a clan dates back over thirteen generations, it can be a little difficult exactly how an item was acquired."

[justasplanned]

Understandable. To think that you have attained a Crystal as well, it seems you have quite the future in store.

[fox_of_sawayama]

Mitsunari jumps a little, ready to snap at the next person who bothers him. But instead, he recognizes that professor who'd been explaining some of the more interesting artifacts earlier in the evening.

"Doctor Jones, yes, I remember you. The archaeologist? While I was born in Poennon, I spent most of my life in the Imperial City, so I'm still learning Sawa's history myself."

[fox_of_sawayama]

[Mitsunari almost doesn't recognize Waka without that... bird-thing on his head. He replies testily.

"I've come close to declaring war on Amestris, and I've somehow become engaged to a princess. So excuse me if I'm a little tense."

[halfbaked_prophet]

He tilts his head at that, and smiles. "I wonder who is the fortunate princess." The man teases impishly before dropping his voice.

"I did a check here, none here have anything to lead me to believe that they had anything to do with the stranger, some of our men are looking elsewhere."

[fox_of_sawayama]

"Your guess is as good as mine. I think Yagami was making a joke, but sometimes it's hard to tell."

He crosses his arms, frowning at the crowd. "No new information, then? Thank you, Waka. And please forgive me for snapping at you. These sort of events are bad enough when I'm not surrounded by enemies."