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[Toothless]

well, arranged marriages still happen in the 21st century. how 'bout then?

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For the first time in as long as she could remember, Jaxxon Carter was utterly speechless. Her delicate fingers of her right hand clutched a piece of old-fashioned parchment, reading and rereading the words written in an elegant script across the paper. Her father and mother sat in the living room, on the couch opposite their daughter, waiting grimly for Jaxx's response. It wasn't what they expected, though, when Jaxxon suddenly burst out laughing, doubling over, the letter slipping from her hands as she wrapped her arms around her stomach in an attempt to hold in the hysterical giggling. The laughter, bubbling out of Jaxxon's chest between gulps of air, lasted for quite some time. Her father finally spoke, expression grim, but tentatively hopeful.

"Jaxx-"

"Damn, Dad, that's a good one. Got a laugh out of me yet," Jaxx interrupted, gasping as the giggles subsided. She flopped back against the chair. "But who gave you the idea of such a joke?"

"It's not a joke, Jaxxon. You-"

"Excuse me?" Jaxxon's voice had gone quite, a telltale sign of pissed-off-ness.

"It's not a joke, dear," her mother piped up. "You're old enough to know your duty to the family. He's quite an attractive young man, I'd say, and this marriage will benefit both of our families."

Jaxxon stared at her parents for a moment, before her brown eyes took on a feral gleam, burning with anger. She did not move, did not stand to pace in an attempt to relieve some of the frustration and fury. She simply sat there, unblinking, watching. "What the fuck?"

"Jaxxon," her mother scolded, "you know I don't like that sort of language. "It's not that big of a deal. He's a nice man."

"Both of you must of gone of the damn rocker if you think you're going to push me into an arranged marriage with some kid I've never met nor heard of. Again I say, what the fuck? Are you even thinking about what I want for myself?" Her father tried to speak, but Jaxxon ignored him. "This is the twenty-first century - in the United States, no less! An arranged marriage? What are we - English royalty?" She curled her lip in a growl. "No. That's my answer. I'm not marrying some damn guy you two picked, and I'm certainly not getting married until I decide when."

"The decision has been made, Jaxxon," her father said. "Just give him a chance. You'll fall in love with him."

"Are you fucking serious right now?"

"Jaxxon Carter! You are going to meet that man, and you are going to be polite and make a good impression! Most of all, you are going to marry him!" Her mother snapped.

Jaxxon stared at them both. Without another word she stood, picked up the paper and left, ripping it in half when she stepped out the door. Great. She'd meet the kid, if only to shut her parents up, but marriage? No damn way.

[Amber]

[Sounds fine. X3]

Devin avoided his father, and everyone else in the house for that matter, as long as he could. His father had given him several hours to cool down, before he made a reappearance. Devin was sitting in his large chair by the window, his head in his hands. The squeek of the door hinges caused him to look up. He scowled as Nathan(his father) stepped into the room, looking rather wary. Devin smirked at his father's body language; he very well should look nervous after bringing that dramatic news. "Yes?" He asked softly, gaze drifting along the wiser man.

"I came to inform you that you shall be meeting Jaxxon Carter tomorrow. You will be meeting her at her house, accompanied by me and your mother." Nathan solemnly replied, gaze drifting to the floor. Devin stiffened, shooting him a glare. His father's second wife was certainly not his mother. He displayed his displeasure by turning away from him. Nathan was worried that Devin wasn't blowing up about the more new he had bring. Most people would feel relieved, thinking that Devin was actually considering this preposition. But Nathan knew his son better than anyone else. His silence was like the calm before the storm.

"Fine." Devin glumly answered, roughly brushing past the older man. He trudged up the stairs, ready for an early night.

Devin's eyes flickered open, squinting against the harsh light of the morning sun. He sighed, brushing the comforter aside. The day passed rather quickly, too quickly for Devin. Before he knew it he was standing in front ofvJaxxon's house, standing alongside his equally dressed father. Nathan quickly took control of this situation and knocked on the door, shooting his son a warning glance. Devin merely grinned sarcastically, eyebrows pulled up.

[Toothless]

Jaxxon's temper had remained somewhere at extremely pissed and pissed, ranging between the two from the instant that she was conscious from the realm of dreams. Her eyes were glowing with a feral gleam, glittering with anger and a barely controlled temper. From the instant she was drug from her comfy California King-sized bed, Jaxxon was thrown into 'beauty time' as preparation for Devin's visit. Her curly brown hair was washed and dry and her mother attempted to style it, but the locks had a mind of their own and rejected any attempts to twirl it. Finally, Jaxxon's mom simply allowed her daughter to wear her hair down. Her mother forced her into a strapless silver dress and silver heels, and Jaxxon hated every moment.

Finally, after God knew how many hours, Jaxxon was turned free with the strict warning that she was not to mess anything up. Glowering, she went and locked herself in her room, refusing to answer any of her parents' calls. Jaxxon heard the distant resounding knock of the door, finally forcing herself out of her room. "Time to face the music," she muttered, voice soft, to herself.

Jaxxon's parents answered the door, her mother wearing a beaming smile. "Welcome!" she said pleasantly, voice happy. Her husband smiled as well, nodding in agreement.

[Amber]

[Waaaaait I forgot what they will benefit from xc

[Toothless]

( lol money? Political power? XD )

[Amber]

Okay!
Political power AND money sounds good. xD
I'll start on my post...

[Toothless]

go go!

[Amber]

Nathan Stevinson smiled at the couple in front of him, offering hi to shake. When he did so, he stepped back, glancing at Devin expectantly. Devin's grin never left his face as he stepped forward and greeted the couple. He could still be nice and cheery to everyone, right? That would make him look good. And then they might be able to sympathize with him, and maybe, just maybe, it would get him out of this mess. "I'm Devin Stevinson, nice to meet you all." He dipped his head politely, lips upturning into a bigger grin. Devin didn't know if he should seem classy but casual, or strictly professional. He just ended up wearing a crisp suit, and situated and gelled up his hair. His smile started straining, it was wearing him down and he couldn't keep this facade up for long. Nathan, seeing this, quickly stepped forward. "It certainly is a pleasure to meet you, may we come in? So Devin and Jaxxon can socialize? While we talk about...our matters?" His eyes slid to the side, glancing askance at his son.

[Toothless]

"Certainly, certainly!" Jaxxon's mother, Leah, said, ushering them into the large manor home. Jaxxon's dad, John, closed the door behind them. "Would you like a drink?" he offered, leading them towards the sitting room. Large, comfortable-looking couches were dotted across the room in a particular manner, all facing the in-the-wall flat-screen TV. "Jaxxon will be down in a moment." As if on cue, the young Jaxxon Carter descended the stair case. Her brown eyes slid from Devin and Nathan, calculating, observing each movement with infinite care. She stepped onto the ground level, forcing her lips to upturn in a slight smile. "Jaxxon," she offered. "Nice to meet you."

He was attractive, Jaxxon supposed, deciding this after her preliminary study of Devin. Still, she wasn't interested in marrying anyone at this age; she was young, and she wanted to live life.

[Amber]

Devin's hands were clenched at his sides, causing his palms to slowly turn white against the pressure. He didn't know what to do! For the first time he seemed unsure, gaze flickering around the room quickly. When she went down, should he greet Jaxxon? Compliment her? He chewed on the bottom of his lips, tentatively sitting down on the edge of the couch. "No thanks." Came both Nathan and Devin's reply.

The sound of soft footfalls coming down the stairs caused Devin to glance up. His gaze discreetly traveled the length of her body, silently complimenting her. "Nice to meet you too.." Came Devin's soft reply, lips upturning once more. His gaze slid to Jaxxon's parents, questioning, curious. What should he do now? Nathan situated himself across from the Carter's, smiling politely at the couple.{We're mainly rp'ing Devin and Jaxxon now? Once they leave or whatever? Or are occupied by talking?}

[Toothless]

[we can do both.]

"There's a separate room over here," Jaxxon said softly, nodding her head to the right. The sun room, as Jaxxon called it, was sectioned off by glass doors, a window into the room. Brilliant green plants dotted the room, with a few couches and love-seats intertwined within the greenery. She headed for the room, not turning to see if Devin was following. She wrapped her hands around both handles, pulling the doors open, releasing the smell of plants and flowers. She stepped into the room, finally turning her head to look for Devin.

Leah offered Nathan a beaming smile as they sat down, John taking the seat next to her. When the two young adults were inside the sun room, she spoke. "He is a nice lad," she murmured.

[Amber]

Devin smiled softly at Jaxxon, tentatively trailing after her. He immediately made his way over to one of the couches and sat down, feeling more comfortable now that they were away from the adults. "So, umn...." He sighed, scratching at his cheek. His smile had dissapeared, but he didn't necessarily look unhappy. "How are you feeling...about this?" he avoided her gaze.

Nathan nodded proudly. "He is nice. But to be truthful...he's a little hesitant about this situation." He frowned thoughtfully. "Your daughter seems like a pretty lass. Nice too."

[Toothless]

"Pissed," Jaxxon responded cheerfully, the tone of her voice a bit off-putting. "Really, really pissed, which I assume you are as well, considering the fact arrange marriages are not a thing in twenty-first century America. Other countries, sure. America? Not so much." Her brown eyes flashed and she went to sit on the couch opposite Devin. "This dress is ridiculous," she growled, tugging lightly at the silver fabric. What she wouldn't do for a pair of jeans and a comfortable t-shirt, Jaxx didn't particularly know. "Were you expecting this to be formal? 'Cause these heels are killing my feet." Good old Jaxxon, always sarcastic, a "bitch" by her own nature. She was less than formal, more along the lines of casual.

"Jaxxon is... unhappy with the situation, but she knows her duty." Leah smiled.

[Amber]

"Of course I am. This is totally insane. I'm not ready to settle down with anyone yet." He scowled, glancing down at his shiny black shoes. He was silent, letting his mind work through everything he had seen. He finally raised his head with a reply. "No. I didn't want it to be formal at all.." He grunted, glancing towards the door. "What do they even want us to talk about anyway?" His scowl deepened.

Nathan nodded. "Devin is too..but he knows his place as well. He wouldn't dare to disobey." He shrugged, gaze drifting over to the room the two young people occupied.

[Toothless]

"Thank God," Jaxxon breathed, kicking her shoes off. She flexed her toes, sighing in relief. She settled back into the couch. "Not a clue. Babies, marriage plans, who knows?" Her brown eyes were cool, though still held an undercurrent of anger, as she watched Devin carefully. "Honestly, if I wasn't sure my parents could track me, I'd be long gone." She raised one hand. "But let's get this straight; worst case scenario, we're forced to marry. Fine, whatever; in title, not so much in practice. Best case scenario, they realize they're batshit crazy and give up on this stupid plan." Jaxxon frowned.

"Jaxxon is... hard-headed, but loyal. She will do as she is told."