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Well, this is... embarrassing, if I do say so myself.

[He laughs a little, just to prove how completely embarrassed he is. Look. Do you see his embarrassment? Because it's totally there.]

Here it is, almost literally the eve of this masquerade and I find myself without a date. I hope none of you gentlemen mind me cutting in on you when the time comes.

[His tone is a little at odds with his expression, which is patently apologetic. His voice, however, is steeped in savoir-faire. Because what playboy wouldn't be happy to go stag amidst a party of beautiful women, I mean really.]

And on that note, I would officially like to extend my gratitude to Favrielle nó Eglantine for making this event a possibility in the first place, and for sharing this aspect of her culture with us. She's been a rock of our community for some months now, and she deserves every ounce of recognition her genius affords her.

[encrypted; AGENT CAROLINA | hackable]

Carolina, would you be interested in coming with? As a bodyguard of sorts, a strictly professional basis.

[encrypted; OLIVIA DUNHAM | hackable]

I don't suppose you're feeling up to a dance or two? I cut a mean tango.

[encrypted; BAT!DICK | unhackable]

Keep an eye on the newcomers.

[It goes without saying that Bruce is suspicious of both Tim and Jason, oops.]

[encrypted; ROBIN!DICK | unhackable]

I need to speak with you.

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Dude, what did you do? Sleep since the invitations were sent out? There's plenty of total babes here your age. Find it hard to believe you [so much emphasis on that.] couldn't get a date.

[Check it Wayne, Kon's just sitting there with an arched brow and slight tilt to his head. What the hell? Wayne...no date. Error error error.]

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Sleeping has no doubt been a large part of the problem, Superboy.

[Or the lack thereof, as far as Batman's concerned.]

But you have to admit, it's more adventurous this way.

Man you rich types are pretty lazy, huh?

[He rolls his eyes and shakes his head.]

You snooze you lose. All the pretty ones will be gone. That's not adventurous.

It's a criminal flaw in our genetic make-up, I believe.

[He shrugs a little, careless.]

Different tastes, as they say.

[If Superboy can't see the tactical value in getting to dance with none of the ladies and being beholden to none of them Bruce is quite handily not going to point it out to him.]

No kiddin'!

[His nose wrinkles some because...whatever. You make no sense. He really can't see the value, but he might click at some point. Probably days from now.]

Right. You at least got an outfit? Or is that last minute as well?

I don't believe in masquerades, actually. Why would I want to hide behind a mask?

[Implication being: when you're this gorgeous you don't need a mask, gosh.]

[Oh he gets that. He's the same. Ha.]

I've never been to one before. I've...actually never been to a party like this one before when I think about it.

Really? I would have thought you vigilante types were all over this sort of engagement.

[For notoriety, obviously.]

Too fancy. I'm more the bump and grind raver type.

[And you dated Cassandra. Bruce keeps the expression of SUPREME DISTASTE off his face. Mostly.]

... Do you know any classical dances?

[Well, not yet he hasn't. But hey Bruce, enjoy those images! He hums and then shakes his head.]

Nope, never had a reason to know, and it wasn't something CADMUS planted in me.

[Well, yes. Why do you think he's been trying so hard to keep them apart on the Turtle, gosh.]

Then you're going to have to learn, I'm afraid.

[He might just look her out and ask for a dance. He'll make sure it's a slow one. Get real close...

He grimaces at the thought.]

Ugh, serious? I'll make it up as I go, just copy people.

This is a formal event, Superboy.

Uh huh, and I'll be wearing formal wear. I'll watch people dance and pick it up. It's totally cool, Mr. Wayne.

[This is fun.]

Do you know Lois Lane at all? I'm sure she'd be willing to teach you. She is an excellent dancer.

[Two can play this game, Kon.

Sorry Lois.

~~And Clark.~~]

He stares for a moment because ew. He sits back.]

Oh yeah? Thanks for the tip, I'll ask her and make sure to let her know I was sent on your recommendation.

Her and I are good friends, I'm sure she'd appreciate that.

[He plays oblivious so well.]

This in a personal or professional manner?

[Dude, he's so unsure about you right now. Oh, and he's staring at him.]

[He laughs.]

Professional, of course. Lois is a charming woman, but she's married. I like my scandals a little less... hmm, 'scarlet letter'.

Wow, colour me surprised, didn't think you'd have cared past them being pretty and over 18.

[That's a lie though. He had a feeling you were a lot classier in some ways. Ha, if only he knew.]

She's great. That Kent guy is a lucky dude.

Money and morality do occasionally overlap, Superboy.

[Unless you're a Luthor.]

And yes, he is. I'm pretty certain he realizes it.

Yeah, I'll try to keep that in mind.

[Well, not everyone can be decent.

He's of the House of El not a Luthor for all the records.]

Probably gets daily reminders.

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You think so?

[He sounds faintly skeptical.]

Dude, it can be subtle or screamin' in your face but there's gonna be reminders. Mine used to be on TV every day, I just didn't see it a lot.

Then you just know, y'know? Like you see them and you're like 'yup, so lucky'.

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