16472/Hips Don't Lie

Hips Don't Lie
Date of Scene:	10 August 2024
Location:	Spa by Lisa, Salem Center
Synopsis:	Kitty Pryde and Angelica Jones have a nice day of relaxation.
Cast of Characters:	Deadpool, Shadowcat, Firestar

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Deadpool has posed:
Last week, Kitty Pryde received an invitation to the exclusive cold opening of Spa by Lisa. These invitations were typically sent out randomly to residents of Westchester County, and Kitty found herself among the fortunate few selected to attend. The invitation came with the usual perk of a plus one, allowing her to bring along a guest.

On the approach to the entrance to the opulent five-star Spa by Lisa, one is immediately struck by its grandeur. The entrance was framed by sleek, modern design elements, seamlessly blending with luxurious touches like polished white marble floors, and shimmering gold accents. Frosted glass doors, etched with delicate flower patterns, open to reveal a stunning interior, where tranquility meets sophistication.

A breathtaking three-story waterfall serves as the centerpiece of the space, its cascading waters creating a soothing soundtrack as the water flows into a pristine cold plunge pool below. Adjacent to the waterfall, a bubbling Jacuzzi invites you to unwind in its warm embrace, surrounded by elegant loungers, and ambient lighting that casts a soft glow over the entire area.

The spa's saunas and steam rooms are elegantly appointed, with rich wood paneling, and mosaic-tiled walls that evoke a sense of serene indulgence. The carefully chosen lighting and plush furnishings enhance the calming atmosphere, ensuring a relaxing experience.

Professional staff, dressed in refined black uniforms with gold accents, are dedicated to providing exceptional service here. They guide patrons through a menu of luxurious treatments, including expertly performed manicures, revitalizing facials, and soothing massages. Each treatment is designed to cater to the client's individual needs, ensuring a personalized and indulgent experience.

Whether one seeks relaxation or a touch of glamour, Spa by Lisa delivers an unforgettable escape into luxury.

Shadowcat has posed:
"Spa by Lisa..." Kitty reads the invitation for the twentieth time, lying in her bed in her room in Xavier's and staring up at it like she's trying to decode it. "Logan? He could get his nails done... No. Illyana?... No. Storm... on mission. What's the use of having a plus one if no one you know will go with you?!"

Lockheed makes a little noise at the foot of her bed.

"I know, believe me, but you're not the kind of plus one they're talking about. I might be able to sneak you in as a cat..."

The dragon lifts his head, looks at her, turns his back to her, and lies back down.

"That's what I figured."

Kitty lets out a sigh and pulls out her phone out of her pocket and starts flipping through contacts. That's where she spotted Angelica's name for the first time in... honestly? Too long. They'd kept in touch for a while after she stopped dating Peter, and they were still on a polite-hug-basis when they saw each other around the Mansion, which was rare. But... maybe this was an opportunity to fix that!

>> Angel, it's Kitty. I know it's out of the blue, but I got an invitation to a free spa day with a plus one. Want to do a girl's day?
>> Also, no, this isn't a scam. It's really me. Check it out.

Kitty flips her phone into camera mode and twists around on the bed, getting a selfie with the invitation AND Lockheed in it, curled up like a cat. Amusingly, Lockheed looks just as grumpy as a cat.

>> Pleeeeease? I really want company. You know you want to!

... ... ... ...

Which is how Kitty Pryde and Angelica Jones end up outside of Spa by Lisa!

Kitty's actually in a dress, today, for a change. It's summery with a big floral print and cork wedges on her feet, and with her brown hair up in a ponytail, she looks exactly like a girl that's on her way to a spa day... rather than some uber computer geek X-Man that can phase through pretty much anything.

Her 'pet' dragon is nowhere to be found, even in cat form, but that's probably for the best.

"Hey, Angel!" she greets warmly, pushing her purse back behind her and offering the other hug a before they go inside. She flashes the invitation, waving it a little with a shrug. "New place, I guess. Ready to go in and see what they have to offer?"

Firestar has posed:
Angelica was a little surprised by the invite. She looks at the phone skeptical at first. Not that she is skeptical of Kitty, just he idea of the spa. For someone that has aell the right curves, she can still be pretty self concious.

The last telling her she knows she wants to gets ae soft chuckle and she sends back the response..

See you there. Thank you. I could use the break.

So it is, she is returning the hug to her old friend and she replies,"Hey Kitty. It's been too long." She looks to the door of the place and starts walking towards the place. She touches a strange piece of tech on a chain around her neck.

She smiles and replies,"Ready as I'll ever be." There is ae mixture of hesitance and excitement. As for her outfit, she is wearing a lightweight NYU t-shirt, black capris, and black, strappy sandals on her feet.

Deadpool has posed:
As Kitty Pryde and Angelica Jones approached the entrance of the spa, they were greeted by an exceptionally handsome male employee standing behind the reception desk. With his striking blond hair, chiseled features, and impressive height of six foot three, he exuded an undeniable charisma. His impeccable physique, a testament to his commitment to fitness, was accentuated by his tailored uniform, black with gold accents, which fit him perfectly, and further highlighted his athletic build.

With a warm and welcoming smile, the employee, whose name tag read 'Gregory', extended his hand in greeting, his voice smooth and confident, with a Transatlantic accent, as he addressed the two women. "Welcome to Spa by Lisa! I'm glad you could join us for our soft opening. I see you have your invitation with you. Let me take a look." His genuine enthusiasm for their visit was evident.

As he verified the pass and provided them with the necessary details for their complimentary spa day, his attentiveness and charm were clear. There was just something magnetic about the man.

Gregory led the two women through the serene hallways of the spa. His smooth, confident stride matched the calm ambiance of the space, and he offered an engaging smile as he guided them toward the changing rooms. With a polite and courteous demeanor, he explained the layout and amenities, ensuring they felt both informed and at ease.

As they reached the changing rooms, he briefly outlined the facilities available, including lockers and plush robes, while making sure they knew how to contact him or any other staff member should they need assistance, before he held the door open with a graceful gesture, allowing them to enter, "I'll be right outside."

Shadowcat has posed:
Kitty's eyes slide up and up. Even in her wedges, the guy still has a good six inches or more on her, and he is... not hard to look at. That confident voice. That accent. The whole thing is practically designed to make her _want_ to not just go inside, but to stay inside, the spa. They're selling an experience. A fantasy.

And it's working.

"Hello, Gregory," Kitty muses, a playful glint in her eye and a girlishly amused little curl to her lips as she sets the invitation in his hand and looks at Angelica, her eyes widening in that, 'Do you see this?' way.

Too bad his name isn't Peter, really. Otherwise he might be the whole package.

Soon enough, they're on their way in, though, and she's sticking close to Angelica, looking over _everything_, until they're being guided towards the changing rooms by that strong arm that holds the door open.

"We'll... be right out," she laughs, almost sounding nervous as she once more looks back to Angelica and then heads into that door. This is a woman who has WALKED through the Danger Room. And she actually looks a little bit flushed by the time she's in the changing room, waiting until they're a little further in to look back at the redhead with her.

"Do you think he does the massages?" she whispers, grinning.

Firestar has posed:
More reserved or not, Angelica does at least take a moment to appreciate the man. She smiles to him and then moves her eyes away, cheeks flushing a little pink in color. He's selling and at the moment she's buying as well.

Her eyes meet Kitty's and she her face read clear,"I see it, I just don't believe it.' She thanks the man softly as the pair walk into the locker room. Once the door closes, she fans her face a little with her free hand,"Is it hot in here?" Like this one is ever anything other than warm, but the point is made.

She takes a seat on a bench for a moment and she manages to lose the tinge of pink in her cheeks and she smirks ae little,"I don't know, but I am not opposed to finding out." A little bolder than in time past, but she flushes pink in the cheeks again,"The man looks like he was sculpted by the Greeks gods."

Deadpool has posed:
Gregory noticed that Kitty clearly appreciated his good looks, and he wasn't oblivious to the reason behind it. He understood perfectly well that, while maintaining professionalism, his role as the first point of contact for a largely female clientele was partly about his appearance. Being attractive and serving as eye candy was a part of the job.

Even as he waited, Gregory resisted the urge to check his mobile phone. He had a good sense of what was happening and anticipated that Kitty and Angelica would take their time in the changing rooms.

While he was stationed outside the changing rooms, another employee, who could easily have stepped out of the recent Barbie film as the Simu Liu Ken, took over at the front desk. This new staff member, equally handsome and poised, seamlessly continued the warm, professional atmosphere of the spa.

Gregory appreciated the smooth transition of duties, knowing that maintaining a consistent, high standard of service was crucial for the new business.

Shadowcat has posed:
"Right?! And his accent..."

Kitty sighs wistfully, collecting a robe as she heads towards one of the changing stalls. And along the way, she starts doing a _horrible_ singing impression of Shakira,

o/~ "Oh, baby, when you talk like that... you make a woman go mad. So be wise, and keep on, reading the signs of my body..." o/~

Laughter follows, light and free, as she disappears into the stall and slides the curtain closed. Her voice echoes in the room.

"You know... I'm starting to think I've been missing out by not taking more spa days. In all the trips back and forth between the Academy and Oxford, you would have thought I would have squeezed one in somewhere along the way. But no. Not one. What about you? Do you go to the spa very often? What about boyfriend? Girlfriend? We haven't really talked in... kinda forever."

She emerges not long after in the fluffy white robe with her dress folded, her shoes dangling from their ankle straps by a couple of fingers, and her purse carried in the other hand, headed towards a locker.

Once everything is tucked away, she checks herself in the mirror for just a second before waiting for Angelica by the door so they can go back out to see Gregory again.

Firestar has posed:
"That accent." Angelica agrees,"It brings it all together into in impressive package." Yes. She said it. No she hasn't realized just how much of a double edged comment it can be, but she might later.

The singing gets a smile, but she doesn't join in, opting to not break any windows or make people's ears bleed,"Shakira right?" she does ask and takes a robe in hand to go into the dressing area and pulls a curtain behind her,"I can't imagine making those trips so often. You have my utmost respect. I don't know how you keep it together."

Starting to change out of her clothes and into the robe she shakes her head,"No spas really. This is the first ever. So thank you for the invite. As for boyfriends or girlfriends. Jimmy went back to his tribe after I joined the League so that ended. This with Vanessa went...complicated and ended. Sam and I flirt a bit, but so far we've been on better behavior. I worry about getting him sick, even with the protections I have."

Emerging from her own dressing area, Angelica carries her clothes to the lockers as well. She looks back towards the door and muses,"So you think he will take us everywhere or do you think he's going to provide services too?"

She nudges Kitty with an elbow and then heads back out to the man waiting for them. She holds the door for Kitty and then follows her out, letting it fall shut behind her. Wrapped up well or not, she is just a little anxious wearing so little in a public area, the necklace remains around her neck. Whatever the tech piece is, it vanishes into the fluffy robe.

Deadpool has posed:
The spa's soft, ambient lighting cast a warm, golden glow as Kitty and Angelica emerged from the changing rooms, their white terrycloth robes enveloping them in plush comfort. The robes, adorned with delicate gold embroidery reading "Spa by Lisa," added a touch of sophistication to their already relaxed demeanor. Gregory, the spa's consummate host, greeted them with another radiant smile.

With practiced grace, he handed each of them a champagne glass, the effervescent liquid inside a tantalizing mix of passion fruit nectar, guava nectar, and orange juice. The vibrant hues of the cocktail mirrored the sparkle in Gregory's eyes as he welcomed them warmly. "Ladies, it's a pleasure to see you again," he said, his voice smooth and inviting. "Please, remember to make yourselves comfortable. You're in for a truly exceptional experience today."

He guided them deeper into the spa, the gentle hum of relaxation music melding seamlessly with the soft sounds of flowing water from the nearby fountain. As they walked, Gregory's demeanor was both attentive and respectful, keenly aware of the unique needs of his clients. "Before we proceed," he began, his tone both courteous and professional, "do you have any preferences regarding the gender of your therapists? Remember, today is all about you. Your comfort is our top priority."

Arriving at the massage room, Gregory gestured towards the serene space, where the calming scents of essential oils and the soft glow of candles created an atmosphere of total tranquility. "Here we are," he said, his smile widening. "This is where the magic happens. Feel free to let us know if there's anything specific you'd like, or if there's anything we can do to make your experience even more special. Enjoy your time here; you're the boss today."

Shadowcat has posed:
Kitty doesn't seem all that nervous about being in a robe in public, but she does grin knowingly at Angel's question before they leave the changing room.

The champagne is taken gratefully, held up in offering of a toast to Angelica, and then the trio are off to areas deeper inside the spa. "Male, for me," the brown-haired woman answered easily, casually, an almost guilty smile still lingering on the corners of her lips as she takes another sip.

This really is a treat. Aside the from the fun of just being able to relax and have a bit of playful time teasing back and forth about their host with Angelica, it was an opportunity to just... relax. To stop worrying so much about her dissertation, the X-Men, Logan and his latest bout of depression.

She really needed to check in with him again. She'd gotten a little too teasing... and hadn't left things in a great spot.

She's in the middle of that thought when the arrival at the massage room seems to break her out of the reverie, nodding faintly.

"Thank you, Gregory," she says warmly. "We will. You've been amazing."

And that, at least, was sincere. She wasn't sure if it was the last time they were going to see him, and she apparently didn't want him leaving, thinking she was a complete monster. As much fun as it might be, she didn't _really_ think of him as a piece of meat. Cute with a great accent, maybe, but for better or worse, it took a lot more than that to get Kitty's heart pounding.

Firestar has posed:
Considering for a moment, Angelica nods and replies,"Male for me as well." Yup, red faced again. She takes the champagne offered and walks along with the other two. It has been a long time since she's taken a day off, let alone anything like this.

She nods to Kitty as she heads into a room and then looks to Gregory as well,"Thank you Gregory. Amazing indeed."

With that, she steps into the room to get a massage as well. A little hesitant, but the promise of the relaxation is something that can overpower awkward with enough champagne and relaxation applied. She pulls the door behind her and goes to lay on a table.