The Lounge's Summer Pool Party!!

[Essie1]

Trust me, Starry, my love, tonight is a night for drinking and not acting like yourself, hence... raises bottle to toast and have another big swig... slàinte.

It's winter here, soon be spring, so Ted was wondering if it would be something like this? Though he's very excited about any kind of present

 

[prettyserpentine]

props herself up on an elbow and is astounded to find a nice tall mojito by her side

Well, I'm magical today, Brit. I'm very relaxed and at one with the universe today.

takes a sip of her icy drink and smiles

 

[Britwitch]

pulls herself up to rest forearms on the side of the pool and smile, sending Monroe a beaming smile and a psychic request for a G&T

Sounds rather wonderful, lovely. Days like those are fantastic to have happen.

 

[Essie1]

Whooping loudly and raising bottle in agreement...

Here here, Brit and Pretty! I do believe that deserves a toast... skål.

 

[prettyserpentine]

blinks at Essie and her tumultuous energy

Everything okay with you? You're toasting in several languages... And you aren't normally too good at holding your alcohol...

smiles in reminiscence

Do we need to ensure your clothes stay on you?

 

[StarryEyed665]

Hehe, don't worry, I think Monroe's keeping an eye on her, in case things go awry. He's literally standing right behind her.

Thank you, Brit! Yesterday was a magical day indeed, much cake and alcololz was had.

 

[Essie1]

Props up on one elbow, waving at Starry

Ooh, alcololz! I like the sound of that. Do you have any more? I missed the pool party for you, damn pooey time zones. But I'm glad my parcel arrived safely. Me and Ted bought that on our travels

Ooh we still have to organise our triple birthday Hawaiian bash.

Now waving at Pretty

I keepded my clothes on! I just got stuck in the dolphin is all. Hmm, am I okay? Ask me in three more swigs time... swig one... kippis!

 

[StarryEyed665]

Sighs in slight exasperation and amusement.

I'm glad you both were thinking of me abroad! And I'm glad you had fun. But also glad you returned safely, for drunk Essie is all the present I need =P

Yes we do! I've already brought my hula skirt.

 

[Essie1]

Swig two.... meh.... swig three... shaking bottle

Of course I thought of you! You my friend. And 1st birthday girl. Psst... don't tell Ted I'm drunk!

Lies back flat on the deck, dangling legs in water

Monroe? I can see right up your nose. You have very nice nostrils. They're not too flarey. Or hairy. Or scary.

 

[DesEsseintes]

I hope Essie is alright. Monroe, are you still keeping an eye on her? Good. Much appreciated. Yes, I know her teddy is with her too, and everything.

It's raining here now - and when I say rain, I mean the sort that makes you wonder where you parked your Ark. So I think I shall put up the parasol and watch the raindrops pattern the pool with silver. With a hot toddy.

 

[StarryEyed665]

Steps out from the showers, dressed in new pyjamas, stretching her arms with a lazy yawn.

Hot toddy, did someone say?

Ugh, so glad the weather behaved yesterday. This is slightly depressing.

 

[DesEsseintes]

<Waves over at Starry Eyed from the safety of the covered area.> Come on over and get dry, Starry. Monroe has already prepared your toddy.

And yes, the rain seems set in, does it not? Though I must say there is something wonderfully decadent about swimming in the rain, especially when warmed by good liquor. Perhaps later.

 

[Essie1]

Waking up with a start on the pool deck

Coconut bra!

Um, Starry? Why am I lying on the pool deck in the rain? Where's Ted? Why am I looking up Monroe's nose?

 

[DesEsseintes]

Monroe has been looking after you with even more than his customary solicitude, Essie. We were worried about you. But I'm glad you seem to be feeling better.

I shall leave you all in the capable hands of Mr Monroe, and bid you a pleasant night, Starry-Eyed, and a good day, Essie. <Bows.>

 

[StarryEyed665]

Mmm, lovely!

Skips over to Des, shakes off the residual wetness from her hair.

I think I still have some birthday cake left if you'd like to be further warmed up. Hold on a sec- Pauses

Um, well, there's some frosting left.

Essie! Everything's okay, Ted's okay, you're okay. Monroe, drag her here, would ya?

 

[Essie1]

Makes way to covered area on wobbly legs, escorted by a kind Monroe

Ooh, Starry, what the heck did I eat last night? Must've been off, I feel all.... blurghy.

Crawls onto day bed, covered in blanket by little Ted

Think I might just grab 40 winks...

 

[StarryEyed665]

I'm concerned a lack of food coupled with all that alolcaholz was the problem!

Hands Ted a bucket, in case of emergencies, and places a glass of water next to her.

You sleep well, kay?

Returns to previous spot, taking out laptop for a bout of writing.

 

[fr33ks33k]

Waking from another impromptu nap, he realizes that it is raining. Chuckling to himself, he sits up and watches the goings-on with curious eyes.

"I really need to stop falling asleep outside. Especially if it looks like rain. Oh well. Hello everyone. I believe I'll go for a swim. If anyone happens to see lightning, please alert me."

He tips a nod and a short wave to those who've sought shelter from the rain. Rather than join them, he uncorks his bottle of Davey Jones and takes a deep swallow before recapping it and walking out to the pool. One swift movement and he's in the water, slicing the surface neatly and disappearing below for several minutes before resurfacing and swimming laps with the steady pattering of rain dotting the water.

 

[StarryEyed665]

Should be lightning-free tonight, don't worry, but I'll keep a look out!

Finishes off her toddy. Looks up from her laptop every now and then to watch the lone swimmer thoughtfully.

 

[prettyserpentine]

strolls onto the deck in a long black satin robe and sunglasses, picks up a martini from the bar and takes a lounger beside Starry and watches the man in the water

Eeeeevening all.

 

[StarryEyed665]

Closes her laptop, beaming at Pretty.

Heyheyhey!

Wanna finish this bowl of frosting with me before I go to sleep?

 

[prettyserpentine]

Oh please, like you have to ask...

helps Starry with the frosting, running her finger around the bowl and licking it off

I swear, I am going to suffer for this later. I may have to swim. Good thing I have my suit on underneath this.

 

[fr33ks33k]

There are sounds on the periphery of the splashing and the beating of his pulse in his ears. He chooses to focus instead on keeping his strokes even. He's not sure how many laps he's done, but he feels the need to keep going.

 

[Essie1]

Pokes head out from blanket fort, smiles palely at Starry and Pretty, little finger wave to the Fr33k in the pool, then skolls glass of water.

Could I please have a.... Monroe, if I wasn't so tired I would leap up and hug you!

Settles back down with a large mug of hot chocolate, complete with whipped cream, chocolate shavings and marshmallows, enjoying watching the rain and keeping cosy with friends

 

[Britwitch]

strolls in with a sigh, taking in the breathtaking vista before her

I love this place. I do.

smiles at Monroe, asking politely for a fruit juice and sipping the orange and mango juice that appears swiftly before her with a wink

And you're pretty awesome too, Monroe.