The Lights and Sounds...

[Tenshi]

There were many places that the old demon enjoyed in this world.  From Italy to New York.  From Paris to Japan.  They all had their good points and things he liked to contribute to.  But there was no place other than his home in Independent City that he loved more than the shining jewel of the desert that was Las Vegas.  The Sin City as it was so lovingly called by those who made their way through and lived there.  And it was true.  Vegas had much to offer to entice and seduce the good people of the world.  Offering riches if one were simply willing to put forth the effort... and the coin... and play.  It was a world that Tenshi loved and thrived in.  Such passion... such eagerness... ohh... how could he not want to claim what he could for himself. 

Today he stood outside the gutted remains of one of the casinos that had run out on its luck and surveyed it as one would look at a grand palace or mansion.  Plans of how he would rebuild this run down building into something great once more.  He had purchased it on the cheap, given the fact it needed fixing up, but it wasn't the matter of it being a shell of its former glory, but it was just off the main strip.  He knew that a casino hotel this close to the main drag of the city would be something most customers would flock to on account it was far less noisy or as crowded amongst the big flashy lights of those still running.  "Yes, this will be a new gem in this paradise..."  He got out his cell phone and started making calls to contractors that he worked with in his other locations, paying their fare out here to get started on getting the building up to code while he started the ball rolling with some of the local casinos for some of their older, run down slot machines to get started.

Once all that got under way, he called up Amice to see if she wanted to come out for a small break away from the demands she was having to deal with every day.  "Now... all I need to do once all this is done, is drum up customers."  he rubs his chin as he walked down the streets of the gloriously bright and shiny city

[Jake Anthony Cloverfield]

Jake had made his way from new york all the way here on odd jobs and a motorcycle, but it was worth it to see this city . The entire place was done up in lights and was very pretty. The flip side to that was expensive. The only thing he could afford was a parking space 17 blocks away from the main strip. Thank the gods that walking around was free, or he hoped it was. Eventually after what could only be described as an ass ton of walking he finally made it to the main strip. Lost in the fabulous lights, that truly didn't exist anywhere in Europe, he didn't notice the wandering demon until it was too late. Jake was knocked on the ground before getting up, brushing off and apologizing. "Sorry, this is my first time round here and the lights kinda got to me."

[Tenshi]

Tenshi was lost in thought about how to theme his newest addition to the world of Vegas when he was suddenly hit by someone, causing him to take a step back. He glances down at the human that had run into him that was apologizing for his actions "Quite alright boy. I wasn't really watching where I was going either. So what brings you to the city of lights?" he was a little curious as he looked him over "Does your master know you're here?" figuring that the person was either running away or might be on an errand. It made no different to him really. But perhaps he could make use of him in the meantime if he planned on sticking around

[Jake Anthony Cloverfield]

Jake kinda smiled and spoke in a voice much lower than he apologized in "Between you an' me? I aint no slave, never have been." His voice picked up again as he explain his origin here. "I kinda just drift from place to place, taking in sights worth seeing, and going wherever the wind may blow me. Though this place? This place has been on my list for years. Though odd jobs are hard to find as a " Jake coughed, it was fake but it hid the next word well enough "Human" he coughed again. "So it's been awhile, haven't had any trouble with the police thankfully."

[Tenshi]

Tenshi smirks a bit at the mention of this one being a renegade of sorts. "Ah I see. Well you're in luck. I'm going to be opening up a new casino nearby. Nothing overly fancy just yet. Something to get my foot in the door as it were. What kind of skills do you have boy?" he starts to walk again, placing his hand on Jake's back to get him to walk with him so they weren't being bumped into by the constant stream of people. I could always use someone with good people skills to help draw in a crowd or even help assist people once they have entered. But that's later on down the road I suppose."

[Jake Anthony Cloverfield]

Jake was almost ecstatic when the man asked about his skills but he kept a calm face about him and walked with the man. " I suppose you could say I'm a Jake of all trades, master of none. I've done security work, serving, crop planting, carpentry, bounty hunting and I know enough about cars that can fix basic problems. Like I said, odd jobs. Jake also happens to be my name, and it's a pleasure to meet you." he stopped talking for a moment once more take in the lights and let the man take in what he had just said. " I'm willing to do any job your'e willing to pay me for, except prostitution, got enough of those around here and I don't fancy the work." He said jokingly.

[Tenshi]

Tenshi nods as they walk along, listening to what Jake had to say about his skills, taking note of each of them "Ah I see. Well that is good to know that you are rather diverse in your skills. Have you ever thought of improving any of them to actually make a profession of it?" he takes out a palm pilot and jots a few notes down in it, saving it in a file with Jake's name on it "Ah, Jake, it is rather fortuitous for us both that we ran into each other. I'd like to see your skills involving a deck of cards. I could possibly hire you on as a dealer once the casino is running. I am Akutenshi, you can call me Tenshi for short. All my acquaintances do." he holds out his hand to shake Jake's "Come with me, I'll show you where I'm planning on setting up. You might have some ideas on what we can do for renovations"

[Kaze Hana]

"Hi angel-kun." Akutenshi, the evil angel would know this voice. It wast he voice of his grandsons friend. Gunmaster and drunk master, Kaze Hana. of course he would show up in vegas, and while booked for a performance, he had other interests in mind. If one thought the Malk leader had a lecherous tendancy,well Kaze was worse..to men anyway. He had just gotten into town a few hours prior and left his hotel to check out the casinos and crossed the spunky human and alluring incubus and couldnt resist saying hello.

[Jake Anthony Cloverfield]

Jake smiled as he was being led to the prospective casino. " I could handle being a dealer, I'm pretty good with a set of cards and I've learned to tell when people are cheating me. As for renovations, I suggest setting up black jack near the bar. Statistics show that when someone drinks at a casino they play the first familiar they know within eye shot. The standard net win percentage is 42.42% for players, but even after one drink of something harder than beer the percentage can drop to 29.7% which puts the house odds from 0.28%, if your including ties, to roughly 58.7% if standard deviation is factored in. " He found himself quiet for a moment after saying this " I took four years of statistics in high school." As the other approached Jake kinda kept quiet and watched the transaction. He wasn't greeted so he had no reason to get involved with someone else's conversation.

[Tenshi]

Tenshi listens to the boys knowledge on how to set things up and the odds being in favor with what they drink. "Those are fine ideas. I think you will be a fine addition to the place once we're up and running" his attention turns as he hears the familiar voice of Kaze behind him and smiles brightly "Ah Kaze, so good to see you" while we did prefer women to men, he was not opposed to the affections that was given to him by the similar gender. He moves over and gives the man a kiss on the lips, lingering for a moment before stepping back "It is good to see you Kaze. What brings you to the wonderful city of Las Vegas"

[Kaze Hana]

It was curious that Mr Hana never expressed any attraction to akusai, or to his vicious father but the likes of Tenshi or Xuan He had his heart fluttering. He had to fight off a big smile. "I have a show here, but i only have a day off to perform ANd enjoy the casinos, so i had one of aku's men teleport me out here and lucky me i come on a day when the ever gracious Tenshi is here!" immediately his gaze snapped to the human. "Oh hi, Im Kaze of the Hana family. im a werecat, and yes i do have claws." he giggled. "Im sorry, that was awful. Whats your name?"

[Jake Anthony Cloverfield]

Jake felt the situation escalate and he wasn't sure what to make of it. Tenshi knew this man well enough to make lip to lip contact. To say it was surprising to the young boy would be an understatement, but he powered through it and spoke up next. "Its not the worst pick up line I've ever heard, hell I've probably used worse. So unfortunately I gotta say I prefer my partners with two pairs of lips. Sorry to disappoint you Hot cheeks, but I might come to your show if I get the chance. And chances are in your favor tonight."

[Tenshi]

Tenshi grins and nods "Indeed. That does sound like a fine idea. Oh Kaze, this is Jake, he's going to be a new hiree once I get my casino going. Say... you wouldn't be interested in a permanent gig in the new addition once I have it up. I could offer you first choice on when you wish to perform or not" he reaches around to squeeze Kaze's rear "I could make it worth your while" he says softly as he leans in closer "I could find anyone to fit your desires if you so choose"

[Kaze Hana]

Kaze nodded. "Oh fair enough hon. Having fun is one thing but you never bother someone who flat out isnt interested. for instance, Angel-kun's family are all incubi but he still knows just how to cater to every admirer or customer he has.."he trailed off as Tenshi aptly proved his point with his grip on his behind. "well im sure my boss would be willing to work with me on my schedule to see if i could come down here for regular shows."he looked back at Jake. "I laso want to see what this one can do, whats his skill?"

[Jake Anthony Cloverfield]

Jake threw up his hands wondering if the two were going to just do the nasty on the sidewalk. Hell this was vegas, and he had never been here, maybe this was normal. Either way he was relived when it didn't happen. "Ah, My skills? I hate to reuse a joke but after that pickup line I don't mind. I'm a Jake of all trades, I am the master of not being a master at anything but having experience in it. Well that and being the font of random trivia and statistics. " Jake wasn't entirely sure what to think of his new boss, or the man that stood before him. That wasn't a bad thing, he by no means disliked them, but it left him confused.