Theodore Thatcher Posted November 3 Share Posted November 3 Theo's fingers drummed a rhythm on the weathered wood of Arsen's cabin door. There was a buzz in the air tonight, a whisper about a new exclusive nightclub—one supposedly under the proprietorship of a minor deity, and if anyone knew where it was or how to get in, it'd be Arsen. Or at the very least, he's be the perfect companion to go looking for it with. Theo's pulse tapped an eager dance beneath his skin at the thought. This was just the sort of adventure he craved, a chance to test his mettle and maybe even stick it to the gods a bit. The feeling wasn't unfamiliar, a tightrope walk between anticipation and the cool shadow of past rejections that always clung to him. "Hey, Arsen!" he called out as he knocked again. "You ever heard about the Olympian Club?" He leaned against the door frame, casual, trying to mirror the nonchalance he figured someone like Arsen would respect. "I've got a feeling it's our kind of scene. Fancy checking it out? Bet it can't be too hard to find!" As the first steps of the journey hung in the balance, Theo felt the coil of his own story tightening, ready to spring into the unknown. @ Arsen Harrington Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arsen Harrington Posted November 6 Share Posted November 6 Arsen was the kind of guy that liked to keep an air of mystery around him. No one really knew what he was up to half the time and it was true that nobody really bothered to ask him. He liked it that way. That meant that no one was truly in his business and he was free to come and go and do whatever he wanted without being bothered. That being said though, there were always exceptions. But tonight was not one of them and Arsen was doing what he did on a regular basis in the privacy of his room at camp. He was starting to grow bored of camp and he was due to go back to the city at any moment. But he was avoiding Celeste and he wasn't sure that being back in the city didn't mean running into her more than he wanted. Oh Celeste. He kept thinking about her and her little hold on him and it made him wonder if the reason he kept going back to her was simply because he liked her or there was something else lingering there. She was going to be the death of him though. That much was certain. As he was lost in mid thought, he heard his name being called out and he looked up, wondering who was calling and why. It wasn't like most people sought him out with frequency so he got up, walked over to the main entrance for Cabin 20 and was surprised to see Theo at the entrance. Arsen knew about Theo and how he managed to get involved with his sister. She had spared him the details but Arsen had been able to put two and two together. "Why do you ask?" Arsen said, intrigued and without bothering to greet him. "It is not hard to find, but I am curious as to why, you haven't found it on your own?" You had to be invited, of course and Arsen, naturally, had been. So it came to his surprise that Theo, being who he was, was reaching out to him for help, rather than using those thievery fingers of his to find the answers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theodore Thatcher Posted November 9 Author Share Posted November 9 Theo's gaze held steady, a hint of a smirk playing at the edge of his lips at Arsen's retort. "Let's just say I prefer a more... refined approach this time," he said, the tone of his voice threaded with a light challenge. It wasn't entirely true; he simply hadn't found the right leads yet, but he wasn't about to let that on. "Besides, it's not what you know, it's who you know," Theo continued, tapping a forefinger to his temple, "and I figured you're the 'who' in this scenario." He let his smirk grow just a fraction, hoping to pique Arsen's interest with the semblance of camaraderie in mischief. The air between them was a canvas of unspoken truths, and Theo was content to paint only what served his purpose. Stepping back from the doorway, Theo gestured expansively, as if he was already including Arsen in the escapade. "Think about it, you and I, tearing up this so-called Olympian Club. It's got a nice ring to it, doesn't it?" Theo needed a night out in the city after all the drama that had been happening in his life lately, the good and the bad. There was a part of him, a sliver of uncertainty that whispered doubts, but he quashed it quickly. This was no time for hesitation; it was a moment to dive headlong into the thrill of the unknown. That was exactly what he needed right now! Theo's heart thrummed with a mix of adrenaline and the primal beat of the night's possibilities. "And who knows, we might just make it a night that even the gods will envy," he added, his invitation hanging in the night like a challenge, waiting for Arsen to snatch it up and weave his own strand into the tale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arsen Harrington Posted November 13 Share Posted November 13 It was a well known fact that Arsen was easy to manipulate, especially if one was willing to sweet talk him and kiss his ass. There was nothing he liked more than when people praised him and established the fact that he was a man of importance. Anyone could get far with him simply by stroking his ego. So when Theo said all the right words, it was only natural that Arsen would be appeased. He was the who in this situation, that was for sure. As one of the oldest campers, he was looked up to as a man of wordly knowledge. Theo had peaked his interest but as easy as it was to manipulate Arsen, he was not stupid and he was curious as to what was in store for Theo. It was also true that Theo, was the type of person to have a hidden agenda. His sister had told him so the first time they met, so as interested in the situation as Arsen was, he wanted to know what the angle was. "Okay, let's say I am interested. What is in it for me?" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theodore Thatcher Posted November 17 Author Share Posted November 17 Theo’s eyes narrowed slightly at Arsen's question, but his smirk remained in place. “What’s in it for you?” he repeated, his voice tinged with a playful edge. He leaned in closer, as if sharing a secret. “First off, the bragging rights of being the one who introduced Theo to the legendary Olympian Club,” he began, his tone light but confident. Inside, he was analyzing every angle, trying to gauge what Arsen valued most. Money? Excitement? Influence? Theo knew well the dance of give-and-take, the subtle art of offering just enough to entice but not so much to seem desperate. Pulling back, he crossed his arms, giving a nonchalant shrug. “And let's not forget the adventure of it. A night away from the monotony of camp, experiencing something few demigods ever get to.” Theo watched Arsen's face carefully for any flicker of interest. “Plus, I reckon you’re the type who enjoys a bit of unpredictability, am I right?” he added, allowing his own desire for a break from the routine, for a dash of excitement, to seep into his words. This was more than just a night out; it was a chance to escape, if only for a few hours, the constant reminders of his own complicated heritage and the expectations that came with it. Theo needed this – the thrill, the freedom, the feeling of stepping into a world where he could rewrite his own narrative, even if it was just for one night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arsen Harrington Posted November 20 Share Posted November 20 Arsen chuckled. He looked at Theo with obvious intrigue and amusement. He had to hand it to him. He didn't back out easily but Arsen was a man on experience and he knew that the only reason that Theo had gone to him was because he could give him what he wanted. Arsen could cash in on that later. He was never in a rush to get what he wanted. He preferred waiting until the moment was opportune. Besides, Arsen could do with going out for more than a few hours. He was starting to get a little stir crazy in the stability of camp. "Alright. Let's go forward with this but know that later on, if there is anything I need, I won't hesitate to go to you." He smirked that trademark smirk that had made him popular with the female demographic. "But before we go, do you even know anything about this place? How did you even hear about it?" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theodore Thatcher Posted November 29 Author Share Posted November 29 Theo's eyes glittered with triumph as Arsen acquiesced, yet he maintained a composed facade. "You've got yourself a deal, Arsen," he said, his voice steady but the undercurrent of excitement palpable. He knew the unspoken rule of such agreements; favors were currency in their world, and he was prepared to pay up when the time came. "As for the Olympian Club," he continued, leaning back against the doorframe, "rumors travel fast when they're about something this exclusive. Overheard a couple of Apollo kids talking about it. They couldn't stop gushing about the place – said it's like nothing else they've ever seen." Theo's words were carefully chosen, a blend of truth and embellishment designed to entice. He pushed off from the doorframe, his movements fluid, a street-smart grace that came from years of adapting to different situations. "I don't have all the details, but that's part of the fun, right? Discovering the unknown." His grin was infectious, a challenge and an invitation all at once. He could feel the night stretching out before them, full of potential and unknowns. This was the kind of opportunity he relished – a chance to step out of the shadows of his past, to be more than just a Hermes kid with a knack for trouble. "In any case, I reckon we'll figure it out as we go. We're demigods after all – if we can't handle a little mystery, who can?" His question, rhetorical in nature, was laced with a confidence that bordered on recklessness, a trait that often found him toeing the line between danger and excitement. But tonight, it felt right. Tonight, they weren't just any campers – they were adventurers on the brink of an unforgettable escapade! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arsen Harrington Posted Monday at 03:19 PM Share Posted Monday at 03:19 PM Arsen chuckled. This was a very amusing situation if he said so himself. Not how he thought he would be spending his afternoon but hey, wasn't that how life was supposed to go. Arsen didn't say much as he closed the door to Cabin 20 behind him. He simply extended his arm so Theo would follow him. Truth was Arsen had been to the Olympian Club before. How could he not, given who he was? He knew its secrets and knew that it was often members who sought out prospective members rather than the other way around. He was breaking a million rules, but surely no one expected him so actually follow them. "Oh you would be surprised," Arsen said. "Everyone invited is a demi-god so you have to prove there is something else that you can bring to the table. Whether it be money, favors, power, doesn't matter. What do you bring to the table, Theo?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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