She had heard about The Royal on her last trip to Detroit and was assured it was well worth a visit, she had arranged a little business meeting there later today but she always liked to arrive very early to check out the place and several whiskey's beforehand..she was in a great mood today and was flashing smiles with her bright red lipstick and winks to most as she passed them in the street. Her heels as usual were bloody killing her feet but she felt she was doing a sterling job of not letting that show..

She reached the end of 10th Street and sent several of her BG's round the corner to check out the joint first....after several minutes they came back and gave the nod with the simple words:

Ma'am it's very nice might need to watch your P's & Q's kinda place if you know what I mean...

Hmm...so no swearing then, best behaviour....she could manage that for a little while....she just hoped to find a table where she could discretely kick off these bloody heels for an hour or so and consume several large whiskey's before the business meeting began...as she approached the building she understood straight away what her BG's had meant the place was stunning, before walking through the door she reapplied her lipstick and gave her hair a tussle so that it hung casually around her face and waited for her BG to open the door for her to enter...

The first thing Tellurium heard as her BG opened the door, was Thomas' voice, loud and clear from the bar side. "FOCKIN' GREAT SET BILLIE!" Definitely was a "watch your P's and Q's kinda place"... Nah, but it was a nice place! And there was a show tonight!

He had finally finished his pizza and moved over to the loud and rowdy crowd of Paragons, 1471s, and Spirits.

With drink in hand, he hugged Billie. "Really, it was fockin' amazin'." He turned to Noto, "Proud lad?" He chuckled as Noto just smiled. Continuing down the line, he introduced himself to Mathius with a handshake. "Thomas O'Shannon, lad. Pleasure ta meet yeh."

He turned to Kate, "Boss..." He nodded in greeting then, turning, waved to Jennie.

"Everyone enjoyin' t'eir night?"

Mathius shakes Thomas_OShannon's hand.

"Nice to meet you as well sir, pleasure to finally meet you."

He thanks about some business he has to attend to.

"I hate to cut this short, but, I've got some business in another city, so, one more round on me!"

Mathius calls out to the bar keep.

"Bar keep, get everyone what they want, it's on me!"

Vito had quietly slipped away from Jennie and the crowd at the bar as they begun to talk among themselves. He had been running back and forth and felt he wanted to take a break. He was watching over the crowd of family at the bar and also some of the regular civilians enjoying themselves in the restaurant area for a bit. He was truly glad for all the business and also happy that everybody seemed to be ejoying themselves. As he was beginning to head back to his office for a few glasses of scotch and maybe a nap, he was caught by his manager Tony. He was hinting with his eyes that he should take a look over to the front door. So Vito obliged and took a glance at the front door. He saw couple of men who clearly looked like they could handle themselves enter through the door before a woman entered, which made Vito raise a brow. After looking at her for a minute he finally looked down at her feet and saw a very nice pair of heels. It was then he smirked to himself for he knew who it was. He straightened his suit jacket and tie and looked to Tony to make sure his hair was in order. Before him and his manager went to approach their new coming customer and her company. 

As he approached he realized he was being watched very carefully by the guards. He looked over to see if Tony noticed as well, and he did but he was completely unphased by it. He reached the new comer with the stunning heels on and made sure he had her attention before speaking.

"Welcome Don Tellurium to the Royal 313. It's a pleasure and an honor to have such a guest in my establishment. If you'll come with me we have a table all set up and prepared for you and some more for some of your company as well."

Vito said to the woman with a smile on his face as he prepared to lead the way for them all to private dining area he had set up for special guests and private parties.

She immediately recognised the man's face as he walked towards her across the bar and gave a dry smile as she watched him start with the heels and look his way up from there...

She gives the tiny secret sign to the BG's to stand down and hears a few back out onto the street to keep an eye, a few others fall aside and her 2 biggest remaining right by her side...she was already impressed with the place, the welcome and the organisation that had already gone into making this business trip seamless and also enjoyable...

Scarletta I must say this place is amazing! Thank you so much for making the arrangements for my little meeting here so easy and discrete it is very much appreciated...

She tottered as elegantly as she could in her heels as she followed him towards the back of the establishment...

I am not all together sure quite how long this meeting might last but I do know whiskey and wine will be needed in abundance if we might trouble you for some please? I will of course more than settle up before we leave...we could also use a good recommendation for somewhere to stay this evening - anything close by that we could rest our....weary heads for the evening?

She inhaled deeply from her cigarette and blew smoke rings into the air as she continued to follow...

She grinned at Thomas, "Ah, ya know. I'm not buried under piles of paper work, so I can't really complain." she joked. "Although, if we're both out having a good time," she said motioning at Kate, "Then I suppose it means things are piling up back at the office." she said. She shrugged her shoulders, "But if we're both hungover, then Im sure I'll be allowed to ignore it for a bit longer." 

Vito was listening to Tellurium as she had asked for whiskey and wine. He smiled at himself for having te foresight to cover that all already and shot a grateful look at his manager for reminding him and advising him about it. He had led her and her bodyguards to the back private section of the restaurant area where there was a large table and plenty of seats and room for her and her associates to be seated and spread out. On the large table where glasses of top shelf whiskey, scotch, rum and other alcoholic beverages. Also on the table in buckets filled with ice were champagne, and some wine bottles beside them. There were glasses and table settings placed in front of every seat in the place. The seats were all made with custom cushions to provide the maximum amount of comfort to the users of the seats.

"Here we are Ms. Tellurium. Here you'll have privacy for you and your companions. You also have your whiskey and wine and other choices of beverages. If you need anything other kinds of drinks or would like to order some food that is available to you as well and there have been a few menus placed on the table as well. We should have some finger food on it's way shortly, little things like crackers and some meats and cheeses and stuff like that."

At this, Tony the manager who was accompanying Vito left to go and check on the snacks that were to be prepared. 

"Also, your seat at the head of the table has some special kind of fibers and what not in it. I don't really know all the details but it's been known to do wonders for the back. I have one in my office and I have to say, it is truly a wonderful chair. Also We've place a pillow on the floor beneath you seat so that way you can kick off those wonderful heels of yours and relax your feet for awhile. I don't claim to fully understand how women's bodies work. But my older sister used to tell me all about how heels are killer on the feet so I do know that much."

Vito tried to remember if he was forgetting anything. And realized he had been asked about a place for them to rest afterwards.

"Oh! And I believe you were looking for a place to rest after you were done here. I fully recommend that you stay at the Paragon Tower. It's not far from here at all and it's a wonderfully run establishment run by a good friend of mine. It is also quite luxurious and many people have sung it's praises for comfort and quality service as well.

"Now I shall be giving you your privacy that you would like but I or my manager shall be here and on call should you need anything at all to make your evening more enjoyable"

Vito said with a smile

Having noticed Vito slinking away, Thomas eyed the woman in tow. She obviously had a few bodyguards, so she was someone important. He turned his head and looked at Kate, wondering why his boss hadn't received the same ass-kissery, before setting his drink down and following Vito, Tony, the lady, and the guards towards the private sector of the restaurant...

He leaned against the wall around the corner from the entrance to the room and waited. Tony came out and Thomas caught him by the shoulder. "Tony. Teh fock is t'is, hi? Who is Vito entertainin' privately?" Tony's eyes were widened as Thomas had grabbed, but they eased a bit as he noticed who it was... "Ah, Mr. O'Shannon..." Tony leaned in close and whispered something in Thomas' ear. Thomas obviously frowned and looked at Tony, who was grinning from ear to ear. "Go back ta work, Tony."

Having learned nothing, Thomas debated in his head how Tony might pay for keeping information from the Paragons, in their city. He went back to his wall and waited for Vito.

Jennie scanned the room wondering if HunterZolomon had ventured out. She knew he had plans to drink tonight, but wasn't really sure where he was planning to be. "Did none of you think to drag Hunter out?" she asked the people gathered around her. "That man spends entirely too much time cooped up alone." she told them, "It'd be good for him to get out a bit. Someone should call and bug him to join us." she added. 

Billie slipped away from the crowd and made her way toward the ladie's room. She fluffed her hair, powdered her nose, reapplied her lipstick, and overall just took a break from the bustle of the crowded bar. Upon he return, she noticed Vito positively pandering to some newly arrived broad with a stranger's face. He was just kissing her ass, he was spit-polishing is with his tongue. Billie perked a brow and simply watched for a moment as she made her way back toward the bar, which incidentally meant closer to Vito and Tellurium. Whoever this was, she was obviously regarded with a peculiar level of import. The way Vito was behaving... the guards... the look on Tony's face. Billie couldn't help but wonder who  this bitch was, and why she received such attention when Kate had walked in not 5 minutes earlier to no fanfare whatsoever.  

As s he drew closer, Vito ushered the woman toward the back of the restaurant. Billie noted the way he glanced over his shoulder at the gathering Paragons around the bar, and the way he whisked her away -- putting as much space between them and the party as he could. It struck a chord with Billie, and her curiosity suddenly turned a little sour. It looked, and she felt, like her family were somehow unmentionables in their own damned city -- a city they ran, supported, and protected. This establishment was here because of their literal blood, seat, and tears. And here their own capo was acting like they were some sort of anathema. 

Billie made a mental note to address it with Vito in private, but her morbid curiosity lingered. At worst, she'd need to know to be on the look out for trouble. At best, she could present a pretty face for the Paragons and maybe leave a good enough impression to start rebuilding some relations after the war. Honestly, the thought made her stomach churn. Her ass was still a little chapped about the way things had gone down, but it was time to put the past where it belonged and commit to the future. So, with a smile as sweet as southern molasses, Billie sauntered over to the two to introduce herself.

Running her hand across Vito's shoulder, she moved around to his right side, making sure not to block their entrance to the private area he prepared.  She waited patiently for Vito to stop rambling before offering Tellurium a polite bow of her head. "Please pardon me for intruding," she requested through that perfectly poised smile, "I simply couldn't help but overhear." Extending a petite, gloved hand to the woman in greeting Billie offered, "My name is Billie Feagan. I'll be generating the atmosphere and ambience tonight. So if you or any of your guests need special attention, please let me know." 

After introducing herself, Billie fluffed her hair and continued, "I keep a private residence on retainer at Paragon Tower, and I can assure you Vito's recommendation is superb. I'd encourage you to come by when you're done here. You wont find finer luxury or service in all of Detroit. And I would be happy to personally coordinate concierge for you and your associates for the duration of your stay."

I notice Billie speaking with Don Tellurium. I approach the two and place my arm around Billie.

"Darling there you are, wondered where you disappeared to. Take a walk with me...I want to show you something. Always good to see you Don Tellurium. And if you are looking for luxury please stop into my hotel after your meeting."

I walk off with Billie before speaking with her.

"Billie, sweetie I can see you are a bit aggravated with Vito, allow me to explain... that is Don Tellurium over there, she runs Philly. She heard good things about the Royal and decided to have a meeting here. I'm sure you two will get along terrific. Besides no need to be feisty, save that for me later tonight."

I smile at Billie before placing my hand under her chin, planting a kiss on her and tucking one of her curls neatly behind her ear.

Billie pouted a little but didn't protest yet, as Noto pulled her away. She let him guide her off, and waited patiently while he 'explained'. She tried -- she really tried -- not to sigh or roll her eyes or show how perturbed she felt. 

"John, I'm not aggravated. I'm curious. I think it's wonderful that people are getting wind of our little gem here. And any frustration I may or may not feel, I will air privately with Vito at an appropriate later date and time." Her smile twitched a little, "Also, you're kind of doing that thing again. Like I'm an out of line housewife that doesn't know a Glock from a garotte, you know?" She perked a brow with a sarcastic smirk. "All I wanted to do was gather some intel and offer my services. And I wasn't being feisty," she mock pouted.  "I was perfectly polite and personable. I just wanted to welcome her to our city with style... and maybe keep an eye on her a little bit. No harm in that, right?" 

She looked up at him, her sage green eyes sparkling with mischief and sweetness,  "I'm a big girl, baby. And I wanna hang with the big girls. How'm I s'posed to do that with you always sweeping me off my feet?"  It wasn't really clear if that was meant as praise or criticism... maybe both... but she smiled anyway. 

I looked around and thought for a moment.

"You're right sweetie, you should be able to handle yourself. You do your thing, I will mingle for a bit and then I'm going to head to the hotel. Do join me later tonight." I say with a smirk.

I watched as Billie wandered back over in Tellurium's direction. I went to the bar to grab a drink.

She saw Noto at the bar and made her way over since everyone else was stuck in conversation. "Hey, Stranger." She told him with a smile before taking a seat next to him. "Trouble in paradise?" she asked before looking in the direction of Billie's retreating form. 

"No not at all" I take a drink then continue. "I think I steal Billie's thunder sometimes, even though my intentions are good I need to remember who she is... and what I do for a living. But I understand her point, I want her to socialize. What's new with you?."

Billie sauntered off, but then paused and turned back to her... well, they still hadn't really discussed the labels... she sauntered back to Noto with and slipped her arm in his. "She knows who I am and where to find me. I don't need to brown nose like Vito... yet anyway,"  she told him, leaning in to kiss his cheek. "Besides, I'm sure you're far more entertaining. Or at least you are when you're not so broody," she elbowed him playfully.  "There anything I can do to lighten the mood, my love?" 

Billie smiled up at him, part of herself hating that they were so obviously demonstrative (she thought it was dangerous) the other half just not giving a damn about anyone else on earth, "You can help me pick out clothes if you want."  She poked his side with a suggestively playful smirk, "Do a duet... dance a little... body shots?" She was clearly joking, but she hoped he'd perk up. Serious-Noto was kind of a downer, and she couldn't help but wonder what she might've done to put him in such a pensive mood. "Or we could head home..." she made a curious little face for a brief moment. 'WE could go HOME'... what an oddly comfortable concept. And who'd home? Hers or his? And which one of hers? Suite or flat? Suddenly she was very confused by her own definition of that seemingly simple word. She shook her head, clearing away the cobwebs and pondering, "...and I'll light the fire while you tell me what's got you looking all dark and heavy?"

She was talking about home, but she was dragging him toward the bar, "Or we could stay and mingle, since we almost never get this many of us together? What do you think?"

I politely say excuse me to Jennie so I could focus on Billie. I put my hand on her cheek.

"I'm not mad sweetie, you are right...I baby you to much. But it is crowded here so lets go pick out some cloths for our trip... then after I can help you out of yours. I say with a smile to show Billie I was fine.

"Excuse us Jennie, tell Vito I will see him later."

"Aw, don't be like that, baby." Billie smiled, patting his shoulder before turning to Jennie. "No trouble, sugar. Just trying to plan our night. I need to go shopping, pick up some nice new dresses. Got any suggestions?" Billie wasn't really sure if Jennie was the formal dress wearing type, but it never hurt to be nice before just cutting out on everyone. 

"My apologies, not trying to be rude... just very busy here tonight, a lot going on." I sip my drink and let Jennie and Billie talk.

"Want a sip? I know your going to steal it." I smirk at Billie while making the comment.

Thomas grew tired of waiting on Vito and, since Billie had waltzed right passed him and introduced herself to Tellurium, he figured he would just address Billie later and learn things. He made his way back to the bar and ordered another whiskey. Turning towards the music striking back up, the band filling in without Billie, he drank from his drink and relaxed.

His eyes scanned over the rest of the patrons, Billie and Noto preparing to leave, Jennie asking about Hunter, Kate sipping her drink, Vito still hadn't come out of the back room, Tony busied himself helping others, and a myriad of other guests danced, ate, and drank the night away.