Harmony Frost

Others will be inspired by your courage…in bed. (Actual fortune from Panda Express)

He was eager, but then again so was she, and so it wasn’t long before they found themselves in one of the secluded rooms adjacent to the main hall. Kissing like a couple of teenagers in heat. Aurora moaned as she felt Connor’s fingers between her thighs, suddenly reminded of the fact that it had been ages since she’d felt someone else’s hands other than her own. She widened her stance, yearning for more of his touch, her growing slickness evidence of that fact. But she also wanted to feel more of him. Hence why she was tugging at his clothes. His tie being the first thing to go and then her nimble fingers began to frantically unbutton his silk shirt.

And now was the time when Connor would probably realize that Aurora had gotten dressed today without putting on any underwear. Her bare snatch rubbing against the rough fabric of his pants, creating a damp spot. And goodness this grinding was delicious. Roe moaned, clutching onto his shoulders as she listened rather distractedly to his answer. “An artist….how romantic.” And when he started suckling on her earlobe she felt her knees buckle, “I…uh…mmm, well, I wanted to be a dancer when I was younger,” she finally managed, in English this time. “Ballet, but as I advanced I eventually was told that I didn’t have the right physique. Which is code for fat,” she laughed. “Apparently Madame DuBois didn’t like girls who actually ate food. Somehow I stumbled into cooking. Maybe because of that? And the rest is history. Now I don’t have to worry about watching my diet as much.” At this point he was kissing her neck, a particular weak spot for Roe and she gasped, her eyes fluttering. “Mmmm….Connor, maybe we should get that private room right about now?”

French? Well that was a shock. Aurora pulled back and regarded Connor with a curious smile, “Wow, you’re full of surprises I see. And your accent is terrible,” she replied back in an equally fluent tongue. At this point she was far more intrigued. As an international businessman she supposed that he would be not only well traveled but also capable of learning many languages if he applied himself. “I learned my technique from a French chef, how’d you learn?” She asked, again in French. It wasn’t something she got to use often nowadays so she was happy to continue. Plus it would be fun to flirt with later. As she spoke, she switched things up, testing his two step skills before raising a leg to his hip so she could more effectively grind against that bulge she was starting to feel. Luckily they were in good company, with many other couples who were equally all over each other at this point.

Oh my, his laugh sounded rich in that accent and she suddenly wanted to get him to laugh like that again. Grinning, this time when he mentioned the private booths she simply arched her brow and smiled coyly. “Well as much as I’m not exactly opposed to putting on a show, I must say that a private room sounds ideal… doesn’t mean we can’t make them wish they could see,” she added, winking as took one last sip from her hot cocoa. He seemed to agree and Roe gladly accepted his offered hand, falling into his arms readily as they walked onto the dance floor. This time, she didn’t hesitate to start dancing with him. Up close, her breasts smooshed against his chest, pelvis to pelvis. She had her arms draped lazily on his shoulders. One hand at his neck, stroking his nape and the other gripping his shoulder. “Think you can keep up?” She teased, rolling her body to bump and grind against his.

Okay, she was really starting to enjoy his sense of humor too. And that hand squeezing her inner thigh. She parted her legs slightly, welcoming the touch. Roe laughed, “Good. And if you really are a carriage perhaps I will end up riding you tonight,” she purred, stealing a quick but lusty kiss. When she parted she gave him a shy smile, occupying her lips with taking a long drag from her mug of cocoa. “Maybe just a few more sips and then I’ll drag you back on the dance floor. Since Cinderella doesn’t have to leave the ball yet.”

The obvious pride in his voice was nice to hear and while she was curious about the girl’s mother, she decided not to bring that up right now. It wasn’t really her business anyway. She just hoped that there wasn’t a wife or girlfriend somewhere that would be ready to harm her. Shaking off those thoughts she was happy to hear that Connor was confident that his daughter hadn’t caught them. And now they were free to act wantonly without any fear. His kiss was sweet and passionate, and it wasn’t just the egg nog. Although that delicious cinnamon taste made her moan into the embrace. Her fingers abandoned his tie in order to rest on his chest, and she slid up to the bit of exposed skin he had from the few buttons he undid earlier. She felt his hand on her knee and she reached down to caress his hand, a subtle hint that she was okay with his touch there. Finally, when the need for air became too much she parted, but not before licking the sliver of nog on his lips. “Mmmm, so… do you have a curfew Connor?” She teased. “Because I’d like one more dance tonight and the dj just played a really good slow jam. Perfect to grind to,” she whispered.

@SheerHeart Sure, either set up with a partner and start role playing in the Apartment and beyond, seek one out in the lobby, or join an open role play (but I might message with the creator just in case) or create an open rp yourself. The Christmas party one is free to jump in and maybe (hopefully) find someone to interact with. Good luck and welcome to Ecchi Apartments!

Wingwoman? Slowly, her eyes followed the direction he was nodding towards and she was shocked to see a skinny teen girl in the corner. She looked tired and ready to call it a day. Aurora blushed, praying silently that the teen had been far too absorbed in her own world than to notice how she and Connor were carrying on. It was a little surprising to find out he had a kid, especially one who was a teen, but that didn’t change anything for her. If anything it might’ve added to his appeal. Especially as she watched him place a kiss on her head and send her home. Scenes like that always made Roe swoon. She met up with him again, reaching the bar at the same time. When she saw him tip the bartender she was extra pleased. Being in the service industry herself, she knew how much a difference tips could make. “Can I get some cocoa please?” She wasn't keen on getting drunk anyway. And suddenly she found herself in the mood for something decadent. And sure enough the bartender fixed her one of those fancy hot chocolates, with the whipped cream and a peppermint stick sticking out of it. “So….that’s your daughter I’m assuming? She’s cute, how old is she?” It seemed like the natural, polite thing to ask. Plus she was genuinely curious. “I hope she didn’t see my antics. I’m afraid I haven’t been exactly ladylike tonight,” she added, winking at him. “Although you didn’t seem to mind,” Roe teased, playfully tugging on his loosened tie.

The movements he was doing with that candy cane were…distracting. It wasn’t even anything overtly sexual, but it kept drawing Harmony’s attention to his lips and by extension his tongue. And his hands. She really shouldn’t be paying this much attention to a piece of candy. And in typical Noah fashion, he was downplaying his talent again. She shook her head, giving his arm one last squeeze before she let go. “Your words have always moved me so it’s not like you’d be bragging if you told me the truth,” she added gently. Back in college hee friends had often wondered why she had picked this man. Most of them expected for her to chase after flashier men. But Noah had the power to captivate both her body and mind in ways most men fell short. Perhaps that was why she was single now. But enough of that, he was redirecting the conversation back toward her. When he called Ecchi Apartments grand she blushed, smiling softly. She spared a look around herself and even she had to admit that she was proud. “Well…we—“ but he cut her off to order them both some drinks. Giggling as he teasingly repeated what the bartender said and referred to her as Miss Oberlin. It was true, she was a boss now. Managing a very successful apartment complex and all the other amenities that had been added onto the building. In a way, Ecchi Apartments was like its own ecosystem and it was a huge responsibility. But Harmony never backed down from a challenge. The drinks arrived and she thanked the bartender, her eyes easily sliding back to Noah’s as he proposed a toast. “Yeah, to seeing old friends again,” she agreed although friends didn’t exactly measure up to what they had been in the past. Still, Harmony clinked glasses with him and took a hearty sip. She hummed in approval at the taste and started to speak again, “Thank you. But you know it’s always been Hugh’s dream to open up a place like this and carry on the family legacy. As his sister it just made sense to help him whenever I could.” She trailed off, not exactly wanting to talk about work right now. “So, now you’re an author. What else have I missed? Is there…well, do you have someone back home waiting for you to get back? A girlfriend or a w-wife?” She asked, wincing at her stammering. But inside she was bracing herself for bad news.

Sure enough, he took the bait, and Aurora noted that his touch was making her skin tingle and feel warm. He was massaging her breasts right there on the dance floor and it was rather hot. At this point, their attraction was clear, but she wasn’t sure yet about how far she wanted things to go. She was enjoying this a lot though. Like when he took the final step and pressed their bodies close together. Connor’s arms wrapped around her waist and Aurora willingly melted into his embrace. It had been ages since she let herself get carried away like this and it felt good. As did his lips on hers. It was a surprising move. But she supposed that allowing him to fondle her body was enough of an invitation. Kissing always felt a tad more intimate, but luckily she liked Connor enough not to mind his boldness. Although she’d be mindful of not letting him make too many assumptions. As much as she was starting to like him, she wasn’t ready for a private room….yet. Still, she sighed into his kiss, gasping in shock as he dipped her back. One leg reflexively hooking onto his hip. Her hands clutching his back, “Connor…” She whispered breathily, meeting his gaze, “I think you’re getting better at dancing,” Roe teased, laughing at he pulled her back up. “Come on, let’s get another drink and maybe a snack,. I’m kinda hungry,” she said, reluctantly leaving his arms and taking his hand instead. She needed a moment to calm down a bit but she didn’t want to leave his presence just yet.

Why did it feel so easy to fall right back into things with this man? Shouldn’t meet ups like this be more awkward? Or…stiff? And sure, whilst there may have been some nerves present. Harmony didn’t feel any of the misgivings she expected to feel in a situation like this. She watched as he drank in her body, a part of her wondering how she’d measure up to the way she was back in college. But then he called her stunning and she let out a sigh of relief, beaming at him even more. Part of her was considering her reaction to be silly and overdramatized. After all, Noah was an old flame. She shouldn’t care this much, right? But he wasn’t just any old ex. He was different. Special. As casually as she could, she moved a little closer, leaning against the bar as she listened to Noah’s explanation with rapt attention. So he was on a book signing tour and yet he had somehow managed to think about her. And on top of that, he still remembered her mentioning her brother building this place and even where it was located. That thought alone was enough to make Harmony swoon. She could feel a familiar tingling and twisting in her belly, the butterflies that seemed to only come out whenever Noah was around. And apparently he wanted to see her and get….coffee. Harmony’s lips quirked at this, and she gave her bottom lip a tiny bite letting it go quickly. Getting coffee didn’t seem like a bad idea at all. Although she hoped that didn’t mean he wouldn’t stay a while longer. “Sure, I’d—“ but his smooth toying with the candy cane broke her concentration and at this point he’d directed the conversation to the party. The knowing tone as he rightly guessed that it was all her doing made that twisting in her stomach increase. “Yup, all me. You know how much I love the holidays and I simply couldn’t resist going all out,” she admitted, joining in on his smirk when he pointed out Hugh wearing a Santa hat. “You mean threatened him,” Harmony replied, chuckling. “He secretly loves it too, I think. Christmas,” she breathed, looking from her brother back to the man standing beside her. “So…back to you,” she insisted, reaching out to rest a hand on his bicep, “You said you were doing a book signing? Like a tour?” She questioned, grinning at him. “That’s awesome! You must feel so proud of yourself! I always knew you’d be successful one day. You’re an amazing writer.” She squeezed his arm gently, “Well you must tell me everything. I don’t want to wait for coffee, you have my undivided attention right now.”

The eyes that were on them eventually wandered back to their own partners, not that Aurora was paying the least bit of attention. No, her thoughts were on the man now standing directly behind her. Grinding and trying to match her rhythm. When he placed a gentle hand on her side, testing his welcome, she stood up and twisted her head to meet his gaze. Her smile was saucy and flirty as she covered his hand with her own, tucking her body impossibly close to his. “Having fun?” She asked, a knowing smile on her lips. She guided his hand roam along her thigh and then dragged it up to her belly, giving him permission to touch her more. Then she let go, her skin prickling with anticipation to see how daring Connor really was. She was betting a lot judging by how confidently he moved so far.

Honestly as much as his actions had been smooth and suave up until now, Aurora was further charmed by his ability to just let go and not take himself half as seriously as she expected. The man before and the man dancing with her now were appealing in their own ways and she liked that he was comfortable enough with himself to just dance and have a good time without worrying about anyone else. Still, he did look rather goofy. She giggled, her eyes twinkling at his antics, only to bite her lip with interest when he moved closer. Immediately she stepped closer as well, turning her back towards him and giving him a view of her round behind. The tight dress rolled up slightly as she squatted slightly, teasing him as she let her ass bounce to the beat. She was attracting a few stares but that only hyped her up more. Now all that remained was to see what her partner did next.

So he was taking her up on her offer then? Aurora’s lips pulled into a warm smile as he agreed to join her on the dance floor. A bright laugh escaping her as he alluded to his poor dancing skills. “Just follow my lead and you’ll be fine,” she insisted, boldly reaching for his free hand and tugging him towards the dance floor. The dance floor was more crowded than the general assembly and so she and Conner were forced to dance pretty close by default. Although one of them still would have to take a few steps to close the distance between them entirely. The music had transitioned from the traditional Christmas music to the more pop songs, even songs that were on the borderline of being considered holiday music. The upbeat sound was perfect for Roe though. She’d been hoping for something like this. The need to go wild and let loose was desperate. As a woman who worked hard and long hours she was rarely afforded with these opportunities. She drained her cocktail, carelessly placing it on the empty circulating tray of one of the servers who’d been hired for the occasion. Somehow they managed to slip through the throng of people without crashing or colliding. Perhaps it was a dose of Christmas magic at work. Now that she was free, she started moving. Amping up from the small two step she’d been doing and going straight into a hip dip, swaying her hips back and forth, one hand raised high in the air. She’d drop low, rock, and then pull back up and rock her hips. Then repeat. Moving in time to the beat, her eyes ever so often landing on Conner. She’d smile flirtatiously or stop to hype him up even if he wasn’t the best dancer she’s been with.

A business card? Well that was smooth… Aurora couldn’t keep that impressed grin from appearing on her lips. She examined the card, committing the information to memory. “International sales, huh? That sounds…. Interesting.” Boring actually, but probably not without its perks. Including being lucrative. Her curiosity was peaked once more and Roe took a slow sip from her drink as she waited to hear what he’d say next. And what he said almost made her choke. Wow, he really was bold. While his comment didn’t necessarily lack finesse, it was just way too soon in her personal opinion. Stepping back, Aurora took one look at the little alcove he gestured to and she shook her head. “No thanks. It is crowded admittedly, but I’ve only just got here,” she explained. “And it’s not a party until I’ve drank at least one drink and shaken my ass a bit,” She laughed, doing a little shimmy for emphasis. “You’re more than welcome to join me on the dance floor, but I totally get it if you’re wanting to take a break.” Just because he was vaguely handsome and had a nice voice didn’t mean she’d just go for him right away. She wanted to have fun. Mingle. And she suspected that he was used to women falling into his lap after seeing his business card. Well she wasn’t so easily swayed.

Ohhhh. Well that accent was really unexpected. And dare she say that it was a pleasant surprise? Aurora licked her lips, her own eyes drinking in much more of this man’s appearance. That accent admittedly sparking her curiosity all the more. When he introduced himself she smiled politely and nodded, “It’s nice to meet you Conner. Although I guess the circumstances could’ve been a bit better,” she chuckled. “And welcome to Ecchi. I’m not exactly new here. I’ve been a resident for a few years. Although I must say that this is the first time that we’ve had a Christmas bash quite like this. Then again, I’m usually so busy at the restaurant that I’m hardly around for the festivities,” she admitted. “I’m a chef,” she explained. “What about you?”

One of the strangest things about being a host at a party is that you often went from being surrounded by a swarm of people to being left standing all alone. Sure, her encouragement to the guests to enjoy the party might have seemed like a signal to get them to leave, but truly she was only being polite and courteous. The last thing she wanted was for her residents to feel like they had to kiss her butt all night. But that didn’t mean that she didn’t want to continue talking to anyone. Still, as Harmony looked around at the people gathered in the hall, she was pleased to note that everyone seemed to be having a good time. And this was just the beginning. Wordlessly she took another sip from her drink, releasing it with a sigh. Her polished fingernails tapping restlessly against the frosted surface of her glass as she surveyed her surroundings. It was hard for her not to let that lonely feeling creep in. Even with the cheerful twinkling lights illuminating the otherwise dim room, and the many festively dressed bodies all dancing, chatting and eating in the hall, Harmony was feeling like a mere observer. Not a participant. And she simply adored Christmas and the holidays in general. This was a time for being kind to your fellow man. A time to reflect on your life and acknowledge the important things that mattered to you. But it was also easily a time that many people thought about what they lacked. Or what they desired. She had hoped that the hustle and bustle of being the hostess would distract her brain from such thoughts but to no avail. On cue, one of those romantic Christmas songs started playing and Harmony had to laugh out loud at the irony. If she wasn’t so sure of the facts, she’d think that she was in one of those cheesy holiday movies that came on tv. And that’s when she saw him. “Noah…” He was across the way, posted up at the bar, and while it had been quite some time, there were some people who you just couldn’t forget. Impeccable memory aside, Noah DaSilva was ingrained into Harmony’s very existence. At least, he had been at one point. Her eyes raked in his appearance from his dark hair and clothes, a sensible, well fitting brown leather jacket, gray sweater and dark pants—to those ridiculous yellow sneakers. She couldn’t help but smile fondly at the sight. It was so Noah. Since Harmony was not one for being shy, (even if her heart was stuttering at the sight of him) she found her legs moving almost of their own accord straight to the bar. Her hips swaying and the sea of bodies parting naturally as she made her confident prowl over to him. “My, my, my, well if it isn’t a sight for sore eyes,” she greeted, a full smile lighting her features once she was finally within earshot. “My goodness, Noah, it’s been…well too long really. You look good. How have you been? And what on earth brings you here?”

By the time Aurora arrived the party was definitely started if not already in full swing. She stood on the outskirts of the main hall, mentally preparing to join the fray. She certainly looked the part, having spared no expense in regards to her outfit and hair. As a chef, her schedule was usually so busy that parties were out of the question. Not to mention that it was rare that she had an opportunity to get dolled up. The tight green bandage dress and silver heels felt foreign against her curves. She was used to the bulky cotton of her uniform. Not this. Still, it felt good to be able to get girly for once. Now she just had to relax, ah, alcohol. Perfect. With haste she made her way to the open bar, ifly wondering just how loaded the Oberlin siblings were. At times Ecchi Apartments functioned more like a resort than any apartments she’s ever lived in. Not that she was complaining though. “Here you go, it’s one of tonight’s special cocktails. We call it The Grinch.” The bartender said as he slid over a tumbler filled with a bright green liquid with a cheery floating on top. Aurora thanked him with a smile and took a hearty sip, her hazel eyes scanning the room once more. Damn, they really outdid themselves with the decor. And one glance at the refreshment tables proved that they had done the same with the food too. She could bet that it would even live up to her exacting standards. Drink in hand, she ventured out into the crowd, doing her best to navigate between the throng of bodies. She was doing well until she bumped into a man with a slightly rumpled appearance. It was clear that his clothes were fine, but perhaps could use a good press. But Aurora was much more concerned with whether or not she’d caused him to spill his drink. Her own cocktail had sloshed a bit onto her hand in the collision. “Oh gosh, I’m sorry. Forgive me, but this place is pretty crowded. Looks like everyone is ready to get into the holiday spirit,” she smiled nervously. “Uh, but yeah I hope I didn’t get anything on you, you obviously went to some trouble to look this good. I’m Aurora Lake by the way. But people tend to call be Roe.”

“Cool party huh?” She almost hadn’t heard him speak, and when she did, she turned to the speaker with a polite smile. It was hard not to roll her eyes or twitch her lips in amusement at that line. “Well I should hope so. My brother and I put a lot of work into this party. I’m Harmony Oberlin by the way,” she introduced herself. She offered her free hand, “I’m one of the owners. But please, don’t let me keep you from having fun. What happens at this party, stays at this party,” Harmony laughed, winking. This guy seemed nervous or maybe just shy so she hoped he would relax and have fun here.

They were mingling now, Harmony and Hugh, no longer confined to standing at the entrance. But of course, being the owners, their job as hosts never ended. As people entered many seemed to be making a beeline for them both. “Ah. Hunter right? I see you’ve brought plenty of booze,” Harmony grinned, lifting her hand which was holding a Christmas cocktail. “Can’t have enough of that stuff.” Hugh nodded, offering his hand to Hunter, “Your donation is much appreciated. Hope you enjoy the party.” That would’ve been the end of the interaction but sure enough someone else approached. “Oh, Mr. Richards, yes, we did speak. Hope you and your daughter are settling in nicely.” Hugh acknowledged. Harmony eyed the man with a curious look, smirking slightly at his words. “Only good things I hope. Welcome to Ecchi Apartments. And hey, drink up, dance, eat and whatever else. Just have fun. You too Hunter,” she added, turning her attention back to the other male. Beside her, Hugh made his excuses to the group, having spotted someone he recognized. Leaving Harmony to continue playing host for the time being.

Attention Ecchi Apartments! The Christmas Party has officially started! The party itself is an open RP but once you start getting into a deeper interaction with another person please create your own thread. Since it can easily become jumbled. It may be good practice to @, the specific player you’re talking to in the general party thread. Okay, any other questions or suggestions please hit me up. Happy role playing!

“Caroline! Hi, so glad you could come.” “Merry Christmas! Ah, Mr. Hawkins, you sly dog you, who is this lovely lady?” “Hugh, please, show Mr. and Mrs. Anderson where to hang up their coats.” “Happy holidays George, how’s that leg treating ya?” “Oh Vonn! Hey girl, you look great!” And so on and so forth. As much as Harmony enjoyed playing hostess, she was feeling like she was being stretched thin. Her impeccable memory did allow for her to remember most of the old faces of residents who’ve been staying at Ecchi Apartments, but she had to admit that there were a few who slipped her mind. Still, she greeted everyone gracefully. Pointing them towards the drinks and food as well as ensuring they received a raffle ticket for the chance to win a month of free rent. Beyond that they were free to enjoy the party on their own. It was a good thing that she and her older brother Hugh Oberlin, the other landlord, only had to stand here for another few minutes or so. After that they’d leave hosting duties to another staff member. But it was important to them as the owners of Ecchi Apartments to greet as many of their valued residents as possible. No matter how much she had to twist Hugh’s arm to smile. Still, that didn’t seem to stop a few people from giving him the googly eyes. And she could understand why. Her brother was a tall man with inky black hair and strong noble features. And he was dressed to impress in a sharp looking red suit with a crisp white undershirt and designer shoes. That was as far as he’d go with the festive look but Harmony had no problem with wearing something a bit more flashy. Her cocoa skin was wrapped in a sparkling red dress that clung to her curves. One leg was exposed to the thigh, showing off her long, smooth legs encased in strappy red heels. The dress itself was trimmed in fuzzy white fur to match the Santa hats on both her and Hugh’s heads and her long deep purple strands tumbled over bare shoulders. But they weren’t the only ones highly decorated. No, the great hall in Ecchi Apartments was done up professionally with lights and holly adorning the walls. Bright red and gold bows and baubles hung from the ceiling. There were trees decorating the four corners of the room. Wreaths on the wall and Christmas music filling the air. There were games, plenty of alcohol and non alcoholic beverages, food, and of course all kinds of Christmas desserts and candy. The hall was huge so it was more than adequate to accommodate however many residents wandered through. There were even small rooms attached to the hall for people who wanted a chance to escape from the overstimulation of the party. Or, for them to have a moment of privacy be it alone or with friends. There really was something and someone for everyone here. From good wholesome fun to activities not suitable for minors or unsuspecting eyes. Still, Harmony simply relished in the Christmas spirit she felt in the room. The bright smiles of everyone she had greeted so far made her heart warm. Plus it felt nice to do something for her community. She never anticipated that Ecchi Apartments would grow this much and be so successful while she was away. And while she couldn’t promise to be here permanently, she definitely wanted a chance to commune with the people who made this dream come true.

“941 A, floor 9. Take one of our high speed elevators to get there. There will be a welcome letter and goodie bag on the entry table for you when you walk in.” ——Care of Ecchi Apartment Staff

@Kris There’s always available rooms at Ecchi!