"Well there was a kook that pissed of that Goergio guy. She apologized, but it was interesting. Her name was Nicole if I remember correctly," as I chalk my cue stick and drape myself over the table.

"Other then that business as usual I guess," as he takes the shot, sinking another ball though unluckily not his...

"Seems a lot of the younger folk have been getting together and rallying around Thorns, Diedre's place. Seems your local tree hugger is mixed in as well. Care to enlighten us on whats going on," fishing to see if she knows anything. That group has a dress code usually and I never get any invites.

She laughs and shakes her head.

"My local tree hugger? I assume you mean Sebastian, but if you mean someone else, I'm afraid I'm not following. If it is Sebastian, I dont' know anything yet. I haven't had a chance to meet with him since I got back into town. But of course, the second I do I'll fill you in on all that I find out."

Another sip of her drink

 "That would certainly be the man. Any chance you could get him into a Gucci with decent haircut, his penchant for skullies and dirty jeans is so 80's. Not that I mind retro, it just has to hit Milan or Prague first," with a slight smile.

He smacks the cue sinking his second to last ball, but also hits the eight which veers into the corner pocket.

"Dammit," looking at Tommy, "I want a rematch, when no one is in here and I can concentrate on the game." Still he reaches into his wallet and sets the hundreds on the table.

Looking back toward Jillian," So where are you off to this evening? Need some company?"

Another light laugh escaped her lips as she took another sip of her drink, a shake of her head and after swallowing and dabbing her mouth with a napkin, she spoke.

"Darling, getting Sebastion in anything not found at Walmart or stolen from a hobo would be a miracle. I'm talented, of course, but not a zookeeper or dog groomer."

She laughs again.. and then even more so as he sunk the shot and lost the game.. though she remained to herself and sipped at her drink until the men finished...

And at Valentine's proposal, she smiles, and drapes her arm through his, even if it is not offered yet.

"I was thinking of heading to this.. Thorns place... If the children are there, it may be below us, but who knows what interesting things we could find out."

She winks.

"I could not imagine better company than you, dear."

A seductive smile to him and kiss to his cheek.

 "That does sound interesting, and it would definitely get them going," offering the arm and a slight Italian kiss on the cheek.

"Shall we take my car or yours my dear, the youth await our presence."

"Now, they like this Buddy Holly guy nowadays right," with a sarcastic laugh.

"Yours will do. I've put far too many miles on my car just getting back into town."

A grin as she finishes her drink.

"Lead the way sir."

A glance back to Tommy.

"Tommy, it was great to see you again. I'm sure it won't be long until our paths cross again. You know my number if you need anything."

 I lead her outside, pulling the keys from my pocket and nodding toward the parking attendant. I click a button and the red Lotus Exige starts to purr. I lead her to the passenger door, opening it.

"I don't think you've seen my new love yet, she is gorgeous and I have added a few things to finish her," obviously signifying the sports car that occupies his gaze.

He politely shuts the door after she enters and walks gingerly to the drivers side. He opens the door and retrieves a small bag in the seat. He draws out his driving gloves and glasses meticulously putting them on as if he were about to drive the Monaco grand prix. He slides into the seat, flashing a smile at his guest. Very few get the privilege of his dirty vice and Sascha is usually the only one. The deep house beat and analog female drone that floods the car can easily be felt outside.

"Now this is what eternity was meant for," as he thrusts the car into traffic.

Jillian climbs in, a smile to Valentine as he closes her door, smoothing her skirt out, knees bent politely to the side, her hands in her lap after buckling up.

A nod at his comment about the car.

"A fine, fine thing she is indeed, love. She is certainly very, very beautiful."

And then they're off!