Though Garnet didn't know who the guest would be, she did trust Joseph. As much as a kindred could trust another who was into politics, that was. Her friend, and client, of four years wasn't like that but there had to be a line, even if it was a tiny little chunk. Even her best friend didn't hold the entirety of her heart in her perfectly manicured hands. Even though she was young, the Toreador had learned to be careful, especially lately, but that was more of her surroundings than the company that she kept.
If she hadn't trusted him, there would have been no way Joseph or his mystery friend would have been allowed up to this space. This penthouse apartment was her home, as well as her studio and shop. Her living room was outlined in bookcases and displays, and like the other night when Claudia had been there, the table was still strewn with little black boxes. This time, though, they were more things that the redhead knew would leave with her friend. Things he'd bought in the past, things she thought would be perfect for any of his group. Things specifically for Bruno or Chantal. She would never play favorites, though.
It really was too bad she couldn't have bitten Bruno, though.
Dressed in her absolutely favorite color, Garnet had opened the door with her usual little smile and charm, gladly kissing her friend on both cheeks. That brought her back! A lot of people didn't do that here and while she lived in Paris, it had become something of an everyday thing. "Hello there yourself, my love." Her bright blue eyes, however, were drawn to the slightly taller man. In heels, he and Garnet were the same height, but if she took those off? She was even with Joseph. There was a purr to her voice as he was introduced and turned that smile onto him. "Joseph is way too sweet for his own good. Hello there, Rhys~."
He was cute and when he looked away, she gave her friend a knowing look. No wonder he was going to be a surprise. He wasn't a Toreador but he really should have been. On her face, as well, was the knowledge that if he hadn't been kindred, she would have snapped him up in two seconds. "Come sit down? I don't have any dolls but I have something lovely I've been saving."