At the Rage (Everyone)

Kai stepped out of the cab. He was looking for a night cap, even if it did usually involve nothing but a few vodka tonics and people watching. Maybe more than a few...

He walked up to the door, fully expecting not to have to show his ID.

Anyone who still thinks I look under 21 is smoking crack

~~Narration~~

Kai gets in, only given a glance because of his odd attire. Quite a few comments are made in the line as well as some snickering. Jammer glances up briefly as his Ward is breached, studies Kai, and then turns his attention back to his turntables. The dance floor is a crush of bodies, and the bartender efficiently fills the orders of those at the bar.

Kai looks back at the people snickering smiles, and arches an eyebrow
yeah. I dare you to say something to my face...please
Kai walks up to the bar.
"Get used to me. Vodka tonic." He slides a 20 across the bar. "That's yours. Keep them coming please"

~~Narration~~

The bartender wordlessly nods, mixes the drink, and slides it over. The sounds of vinyl being scratched transition into the next song(s). ZZ Top's "Sharp Dressed Man" and Devo's cover of "Secret Agent Man" are masterfully mixed and scratched together.

Jammer's got skills.

Kai smiles to himself and nods at the DJ booth. After noticing the Atlantean scribbles on the wall

Spoiler:

he turns to the bartender and says "The DJ has an interesting mix. How do I go about getting a word with him?"

~~Narration~~

"Who, Jammer?" the bartender yells as he continues to serve. "Yeah, you should have heard him when he went through his 'Screwing' phase. He doesn't do requests," he said, taking another look at Kai. A hint of a smile slowly forms as he takes in the suit.

Kai smiles
"Fair enough. Don't worry, apparently I don't have to make requests to be played to. Actually, my request is more a matter of employment. If its not him I speak with, is there a manager around?"

~~Narration~~

"A job?" the bartender replies incredulously. "Doing what?" he asks, getting ready to say something more, but then reminding himself that Kai is a customer. He waves at Jammer and points to Kai. Jammer looks at Kai, nods, and turns the tables over to another guy in the booth.

The music continues, but with a little less expertise and smooth transitions -- and nothing daring like mixing 60 & 90 bpm tracks. If you had to guess, this is the regular DJ.

Jammer, Apostate

Jammer makes his way over to the bar, and picks up the Manhattan the bartender has made and set on the bar for him. As he approaches, Kai can feel his Unseen Senses tingle. He takes a drink and looks at Kai.

"What's up, Secret Asian Man?" he asks.

Kai smiles.
"I like the decor. Just wish we could enjoy it under less stressful times. I'm Kai." Kai extends his hand out to shake.

Kai nods, impressed
"Astute, and a good DJ. It's good to meet you. I was actually just looking for a nightcap after a rough day, but since I'm here, will you be attending the impending meeting?"

"It's an actual question. I'm not the one handing out orders" Kai takes a sip of his vodka. "I'm actually looking for employment. You think I dress up like this for no good reason?"

Kai lets out a hearty laugh, probably harder than he should
"You'll have to forgive me, but that's the funniest shit I've heard all day. Is that what they say about my religious garb. That's funny!" Kai takes a moment to compose himself "It's been a stressful day" finally regaining composure.
"I'm not sure what's in store on the whole, but I think Undrichmann was preparing someone to take over for the" Kai pauses for a second "for my order, and I know for sure there will be a huge change in the structure of the group formally headed by Niles. As for the others, I have no idea. I have heard your name, you are 'freelance' right? You plan on staying that way?"

Kai nods
"Absolutely. Sometimes I wish I would have made different choices, Kai has a brief look of pondering cross his face " but here I am asking for employment at one of Sacramento's hot spots"

"I do, but I would also like to work at least a couple nights a week at a club I have more in common with the clientele, and related to that, I think I would enjoy meeting the people who frequent this place a little more." Though Kai did kind of miss meeting Whats-her-name. Damnit, why couldn't he remember her name?

Gwenivelle shows up to The Rage with Bourbon and some kid from her Lit class.

And the dumbass gets bumped at the door for sporting the worst fake since Coldplay's hype of their 2008 release.

"Fuck him. Can't even remember his name." Bourbon says. "Little witchie, it's time to get emulsified. Shots?"

"Fuuuuuuuck, I can't. Boss man'll chew me out if I show up tomorrow under the creeping grey. I can have two beers, maybe."

"Suck a lolcat Gwenny, I'm gonna get drunk. I'll make sure to get something floral for you."

"I hope you slip and die bitch..." Jimmy ventures towards that waitress he's trying to get with, and Gwenivelle has to shout above the noise of the club. "Get me a goddamned 7 and 7!"

She spots Jammer at the far end of the bar and figures she ought to say hello. Gwenny squeezes over and starts in mock surprise, "look who's still spinning tracks here! Thought someone would have fired you after my last review..." She plants a one arm half hug on Jammer. She figures that it's a very French thing to to. (It's not) "Who is this? Your lawyer?" she laughs.

Kai nods at Jammer.
"Thats too bad. Keep me in mind." Kai flags the bartender to order another Vodka tonic. Nothing left to do now but drink, in a suit, among people who had no respect for real style.

Kai arches an eyebrow at Gwen
"Kai, Lawyer Extraordinaire"

"Oh, you are BAD. You are baaaad." Gwenny rolls her eyes so far back into her head they nearly get stuck. "Besides, you know I've always been more of a Glen Campbell sort of girl"

"Kai, yeah hey, Gwenivelle. Are we talking about that Foam Party you're doing, or are we talking about the meeting?"

"At least she didn't look at me and ask where her cat was." Kai smiled to himself. "Yeah, I think I'm in a holding pattern until the meeting happens. Hadn't had much in the way of orders passed down to me other than the one we just handled. I'm curious to see what has the Mysts all riled up.
Gwen, who are you with?"

"Yea, we're screaming alright. Screams of fear, the only emotion those dank-ass dreds get from a woman." She retorts. "Besides, you know you love those parties... It's the only bath you get these days."

"I think I'm technically with the 'Nihilists', which is the worst fucking name imaginable. Ugh, the meeting is going to be such a shitstorm. I'm on the job for like two weeks and the head honcho goes Norman Bates and wigs out. I think we're getting someone new, hopefully someone who isn't insane."

Kai takes a sip of his drink.
Great, a fucking Guardian
He does his best to keep a nonchalant face "That's what I heard"
Let's see how this plays into Vex's schemes.

Kai smiled at Gwen.
You should ask Niles who pulls our strings, and then talk to Vex about an apprenticeship.

"Suit? I have to remember next time i come here I need to dress much more casual. As for my strings, its more of a bit and bridle actually. Undrichmann points, I go."

Gwenivelle shoots Jammer a confused look.

"Isn't that the guy in charge? Huh. So you're in administration, or whatever? I do not envy you."

"Can't imagine the bullshit that's going down at the top, what's it been like three different Cabals that have gone under in as many months?"

Kai takes another sip of his vodka tonic and orders another, trying to suppress a visible annoyance. She was right, this was crap. Why did he always get called into a shitstorm? Because you never heard Hey Kai, hey West, things are great in Hawaii, we need you to make sure its really that great.

"It's a harsh climate here right now. I hope the reemergence of the consillium helps it."

"Oh don't jinx it Jammer," Gwenny flicks her hand in the air to chase off bad vibes.

"Yea, well I've got to go chase my drink down. We'll be here a while, so I'll see you in a bit."

"Nice to meet you suits."

"Be seeing you soon emo" Kai couldn't help himself. He was getting tired of being addressed as 'suit'.

Kai nods to Jammer. "No problems. Next time I'll be sure and dress down a bit. I think I may call it a night. Gotta prepare for the upcoming event. It was good to meet you Jammer."
Kai slams down his vodka tonic, and slams one more down after the bartender hands him another. He pays for the tab, and heads out the door.

Ollie takes a look at the Doc, cringing when he sees a gunshot's worth of blood splattered all over the man's shirt.

"We can see if Jammer's got a shirt or whatever, or we can ride around to a Wal-Mart or someplace. I dunno, what do you guys think?"

Doctor Roberts tries it on.
"thanks"

Ollie jumps out of the car, and heads inside the club. He walks up to the bar, looking around. He asks for Jammer when he doesn't notice him right off the bat.