There was another measured pause. His eyes turned for roughly half a second to regard Sal and the posture he took before returning his gaze to Nefertiti. "And what, precisely, is your business with them? More importantly, what are you?

 You seem to have a very haphazard understanding of the Kindred but you are not Kindred yourself. I would know what I am dealing with and what you seek before I expose any Kindred in my care to an Unknown."

Sal remained silent, curious himself about how Nefertiti would answer the question.

"I would like to speak to them of the Mother and how they see her.  I am studying all that I can about others thoughts in the Goddess. she replied as she then noticed that Victor giving a glance at Sal.

"I am a humble servant of the Goddess Isis.  Once I was known as a Lector Priestess. she paused for a moment "I still believe myself to be just that even if they don't exist anymore.

"My studies is very minor Prince Victor and the Circle will help me understand more of myself and the old ways of my people.

Then she looked out a window and saw the destruction of the city but not all was
"I am here to help all in this time of need.  The Mother Earth needs to be healed.

 Victor remained silent for a few moments, running his thumb across his lip with his eyes locked on Nefertiti. "Very well. Assuming Sal has no objections, I will permit you to attend his party. It is quite likely a member of the Circle will attend and I can make the proper introductions there."

 He turned his gaze to Sal. "Just be aware that you will be responsible for her. Any disruption will reflect on you. Is this acceptable?"

Now it was Nefertiti's time to remain quiet and listen to Sal response.

Sal nods, and looks at Nefertiti as he says, "Anyone who harms a guest at my party harms me," as he continues he looks at Victor, so he can see that there is no deception in what he is about to say, and I trust that Nefertiti would not knowingly harm me. But I do ask for leniency if she commits a faux pas. She understands little of our society, after all. Should I brief her on the basics?

 Victor nodded. "It would be wise, yes. I will see that she is granted the same leniency as a fledgling Kindred. I can guarantee no more. If there is nothing more you require of me, I will consider our business here concluded and we will meet at your party."

"Nothing more. Thank you, my Prince. See you there," said Sal, with a slight bow.

Nefertiti waited till they exchanged salutations before she spoke, being the non Kindred one here.

"Thank you Prince Victor. then she bowed and waited for him to leave before she spoke to Sal.

 Victor nodded once and turned, leaving the two to speak privately with a few hours before guests begin to arrive.

Nefertiti looked at Sal with a smirk

"Well now, this is going to be interesting.  What all might you forewarn me of so that I don't cause you any harm. she said then looked at him for another moment.

"What is the appropriate attire for your party?

"Formal wear, of course! I've taken the liberty of acquiring some outfits you may try, to see what you like. Let's get back to the Amethyst Palace, first. We can discuss etiquette in the car, and as I make some last minute preparations." He went to the valet, tipped generously, and opened the passenger door for Nefertiti.

Following Sal she nodded her head in the thought of trying some outfits on.

"Of course, Sal. she said as she followed him to the car and moved to the door where he opened it and she got in.

There is going to be a lot for her to be briefed about etiquette in the Kindred society and she was glad that Prince Victor was allowing her to participate in the party.  It will allow her time to gaze over the Kindreds and hope that a member of the Circle will be able to speak with her.

Sal headed for the boat to the Amethyst Palace (unless it seems like it would be quicker to drive straight to the estate.) Either way, he began sharing with Nefertiti all the information he thought she would need to stay out of trouble, and none of the information that might get himself in trouble.

OOC: It's quicker to just drive to the Estate


 After a short drive in which Sal explained the workings of the Kindred to Nefertiti, they arrived at Sal's estate. Victor had already arrived, having left a few minutes before, and was waiting patiently in his car.

 Victor made no moves to enter as Sal arrived, granting him the courtesy of being the first to enter his own home and allowing him to make any last minute preparations that he needed.


OOC2: Last Call before the Kindred begin to arrive :P

Sal opens the front door, and says, "Please, come in, have a seat in the foyer. I need to make sure everything's ready. I've not had the opportunity to interview any staff yet. I'll be one moment." He then checks to make sure that the blood lite is arranged to his specifications, that any rooms he didn't want guests in were locked, and that the guest rooms had excessively heavy curtains in case anyone needed to stay for the day. Finally, he turned on the stereo to play a prearranged playlist of classical music from around the world: Chopin, Yatsuhashi, Gaga, and more.

 Victor got out of his car once invited and made his way into the foyer where he sat, patiently waiting for the party to begin. By the time Sal had finished preparations, more Kindred were arriving, many with ghouls or thralls. However, they were all dressed nicely (apparently the Prince had made clear that this was to be a "high end" party to keep the less savory Kindred from coming.

 That wasn't a bad thing. At least he wouldn't need to worry about cleaning as much blood off the floor tomorrow.

 That said, Kindred from every clan in the Camarilla were arriving and even a few Anarchs. Of all the people Sal had expected to come, only Milo was absent... but Sal was quite aware of why that was.

 For Nefertiti's part, she saw a multitude of people she did not know and had no real idea how to tell who was Kindred and who was not (other than who availed themselves of the refreshments at the bar).

Sal little to offer the non-kindred in way of refreshments. It was expected that his guests would have seen to the needs of their ghouls and thralls before the party, and he hadn't expected Nefertiti to be there. He wasn't sure what demigodesses ate, anyway.

He greeted each guest as he came across them, thanking them for coming, making small talk, ensuring they knew where the refreshments were, making any necessary introductions, etc. If Nefertiti pleased, he would keep her by his side, and introduce her to each of them as his "dear friend, Nefertiti," which was the truth, even if it might make their relationship sound closer than it was. She was his friend, and all his friends were dear to him. He would of course, make no conformations, nor denials of speculations about the true nature of the relationship, unless it was to confirm her claims about such. If that led to idle gossip,good.

Nefertiti was able to find a very tight fitting white dress that was made of fine silk and in some areas of her body it seemed that her breast was a bit bigger than the dress could hold and occasionally the ring around her nipple would make an appearance.

Standing at Sal's side with a sweet innocent smile and giving a slight bow of her head to each person she is introduced to.  At times she will take hold of Sal's arm to make things even more interesting with the rumors.

Her eyes looked all over as they walked away seeing how well she was able to determine more about their nature.

 As the guests began to wind down (and once there was no longer a line of people trying to get in), in arrived a woman with a striking figure, every bit as elegant and beautiful as Nefertiti with a presence as captivating as it was predatory. She wore a scarlet red sequin gown with a split at the hip and her hair up in a Chinese bun (Not that Nefertiti would necessarily know what a Chinese bun was).

 Her name was Carmilla, a Daeva embraced by her sire on a whim due to her name. That was long ago though. Now she was a prominent member of the Circle of the Crone.

 As she goes to retrieve some refreshment, Victor approaches her. They speak for a few moments before he leaves Carmilla at the bar once more. However, instead of approaching you, she begins making conversation with some other kindred at the bar.

Nefertiti moved a bit closer to Sal as she softly whispered into his ear.

"And have you ever had the pleasure of enjoying time with Carmilla? she asked as she gave a slight glance in the direction of the Prince.

"She seems to be a very beautiful Kindred. then a soft smile crossed her lips as she then looked at a few other Kindreds in the room.

Aura Perception
17:16, Today: Nefertiti rolled 4 successes using 8d10 with the World of Darkness nWoD system with a target of 8, rerolling 10s with rolls of 9,10(+7),2,5,2,9,4,8.  Aura Perception.

Sal whispered back, "We've been introduced. Beware, she has a lot of power and influence. Insulting her in any way would be a disastrous idea."

OOC: Waiting for any response about what Aura she might be able to get off Carmilla

"I will not cause any harm to you or to my cause, Sal. she smiled "She will be treated as if she was a special guest of my own.

She did wonder what was the flavor of the Vitae today, making her way over to the bar to see what was to be offered.

 The vitae to be served was artificial... which was like a plate of tofu and skim milk compared to steak and wine. It wasn't surprising. The entire city was suffering a blood shortage.

Nefertiti was a bit shocked to know that the Vitae was artificial even at an event so popular as this, but the way everyone was talking about Halloween.  Her nose did turn up a bit at the thought of drinking it.  After having the false scent quaff at her nose she gracefully placed the glass back at the bar and smiled to Carmilla.

"Delightful event this evening, wouldn't you say? she asked trying to get a sense of her demeanor