... or not. Regardless, you are here, and you have a purpose. A party never hurts, surely, specially when there's no dress code. Socializing is good in the same manner as gathering information. Getting away from life's humdrum moments is just as good as taking the chance to shut yourself away in one of the manor's many rooms. You can get lost in the architecture and design of the place, or be drawn towards the more secret corners of the old (or not so old) structure. With the music, the laughter, and the intrigue, fill your mind, your bellies and your hearts -- this gathering is for you!
On an OOC note, this is my (AC) little meme to have her Plurk timeline friends play with each other, seeing as to how there are those who share love for the same canons and *gasp!* they don't know each other! Of course, I'll be tagging around too :D!
The Grand Ballroom
This is where dancing and general entertainment is happening, and this is where people are generally drawn to mingle. The decor is minimal in the sense that the chandeliers are all lit, and fresh flowers were brought in. Worry not, servers are going around with drinks and finger food, but you'll have to go elsewhere for a more filling meal.
Dining
Speaking of food! A hall has been set up with a buffet table and round tables for sit-down dining. Find yourself a seat! The weather might disagree, but it is always easier to talk about and over food.
Empty bedrooms
Take a nap or just sneak off for… other fun things. Just make sure to lock the doors~
Library
The party might just really not be your thing, or you're easily impressed by the vast collection. There are old tomes and more recent publications, all carefully catalogued. There's no librarian, though there is a yellow basket-ball looking robot making the rounds. Cushions and a soft carpet lie cozily by the fireplace, and there's a study table for more engaged reading. Or if you're lucky, a book that cannot be pulled out of the shelf reveals a secret room...
Garden
The garden boasts of a pond, a number of marble statues, and a small hedge maze. There are a few garden sets to relax in and to watch the stars away from the party. The more astute might notice a pattern in the statues' poses and arrangement, and… are they actually pointing the way around the hedge maze?
Kitchens
Busy busy busy! The stoves and the ovens burn hot, and all sorts of aromas fill the air. Careful not to get in the way of the cooks and the servers -- unless of course, you're there to help. If not, just don't get caught sampling goods before they're served!
Secret basement laboratories
... has it been mentioned that the mansion formerly belonged to a member of the Corner family? You might have found yourself here, either because it's part of your objectives, or you were curious enough to look for the secret pathways hidden around the manor. It is quite dark, but finding the switches reveal state of the art technological equipment and… are those bodies in giant capsules??
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