Shopping in Soho (Open to New Yorkers)

[call_me_phobos]

Alexander Aaron's visit to his sister  went well, but now he needed to actually get settled in and the first thing he needed to do was buy clothing and get to know the competition. Humans had issues with nudity and Alex figured it best to subscribe to their rules for as long as he was on their plane of existence. He also needed things like a car and a more permanent place to live, but one thing at a time.

He headed to a tailor and get his measurements done and look over his choices. Eventually, he'd design his own clothing but he also needed to go over materials as well.

The attendant helping him was clearly fawning over him but Alexander ignored it, hoping he could get through this shop and head to the next one as soon as possible.

"Can you bring over something in grey? And a few ties as well?" he asked her. She hastened to obey.

Sometimes, Earth wasn't so bad.

The fitting ended and Alexander left with several suits and the attendant's phone number.  Finding himself hungry, Alex stopped at a local restaurant to get something to eat. He remembered that all of the really terrible Earth food was really good, but the pricier items left a lot to be desired. He sat down at a table started out with some tea, deciding that he'd have something stronger in a bit.

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[frostfurlady]

Danielle believes her entire family -- the pack, not the mortal side -- are going to die holding off her grandfather when Ragnarok comes, and she's fine with that. It will build a better world, a better peace, than any that came before. But it will take destroying the old one; war was inherently destructive. Midgard wars rarely even included the 'building a better peace' part, so they often didn't gain the participants anything at all. It was sad.

But oh, good, a lovely new topic. "Well, there's always lots of new information. Used to being at Granny's--" when she's on this plane of existance at all. "-- and just learning things alongside my brothers in sisters, and there's nobody around but us and Granny's tenants. But with so many different people, you pick up the information differently."

[vesper_verde]

"That is true. In my few years here in America, I've picked up quite a bit of information." Lots of it on drug dealers and shipments. It helped having low notice powers like his.

[call_me_phobos]

"I've learned a lot about fashion and how to start a business in just a few days. It's all very interesting. I also enjoy American football. And basketball. Both of those are a lot of fun." Alexander said.

[frostfurlady]

"If Americans would ever like to start playing real football, I'll try to pay attention."

[vesper_verde]

Marcelo wrinkled his nose at the mention of American football. "I don't find American football entertaining either. Real football is where it's at. Though at least they've civilized enough to have a professional 'soccer' league."

He finished up his food and sat back in the chair. Now, was the obligatory time to sit back and let it digest a bit. "Basketball is alright. It's popular back home. Though not as much as football and volleyball."

[call_me_phobos]

It seemed like Danielle and Marcelo shared similar interests. Perhaps he should set them up?

No. That would be taking an interest in humanity besides what they might do for him and since when had he ever done /that/?

"The football you're all accustomed to, I've seen little of. What did I see was interesting, though." Alexander said, also finishing his meal.

He took a look at his watch and noted the time. Almost time to meet with the bankers to set up his account. Then he had his other appointments.

"My, this was fun. I haven't had such sterling company in awhile. But it's time for me to get back to work. A lot more to do before the sun goes down." he said, looking to Marcelo and Danielle.

"I do appreciate you both taking some time out of your day to join me, though."

[frostfurlady]

"Very nice to meet you. Thank you for the help."

[vesper_verde]

Marcelo gathered up his things so he could pay his bill. "You're welcome, Mr. Aaron. But now, I should be off before my secretary sends the bloodhounds after me."

He nodded toward Danielle. "Miss, it was nice to meet you."

[frostfurlady]

"And you!" Danielle agrees, fine with finishing her meal by herself now that she has some reassurance as to how it goes.

[call_me_phobos]

Alexander paid his bill but before he left, he looked to Danielle one last time.

"It was good meeting you, Princess. Your father is known to the Olympians." he whispered. "I hope you enjoy your time on Earth." Alexander said.

And then he vanished.