You Were only waiting for this moment to be free

"I think it will be good for me. To find a new life that's completely my own. I've never had that." Valerie Tulle. Heretic. Finding my place in this world.

[vcardvalx]

“This sure beats Netflix and pizza.” She commented as she looked around the beautifully decorated room. Valerie wasn’t sure why she was invited, and who knew she was in town. She kept a very low profile as of late, only practiced magic when she absolutely needed to, and lived a happy life. “Although, by the end of the night I’ll be very thankful to take off these heels.” 

[danipetrova-blog]

it was difficult not to roll her eyes at the clear display of power and economical status. dani was certain there was something else going on with the ball the mikaelson family had decided to throw. however that did not mean the brunette vampire had any plans to get involved. no, she was enjoying her relatively peaceful life in the city, friendly or not the mikaelsons could keep their problems. but no matter the motives it was impossible to say that the family did not know how to create a spectacle, sure it was beautiful; but as she picked up a glass of champagne from a tray and laid eyes on the ice sculpture a scoff still fell from her lips, ”absolutely ridiculous.”

[vcardvalx]

“The ice sculpture is a bit much.” Valerie laughed softly, once she saw what Dani was talking about. The whole event was very extravagant, and she’d heard that the Mikaelson family held them very often. “Hey, it’s a reason to get out of the house.” She shrugged, deciding to look at the positive side of things.

[twistcdbliss-blog]

”i’m sorry,” the petite brunette gushed, jumping out of the way as smoothly as the black heels allowed her to. the shoes may have given her some much needed extra height, but really if davina had it her way she’d be curled up on the couch with kol wearing something far more comfortable than a dress. kol had disappeared, dropped a kiss to her forehead and promised he’d be back soon and now davina was fidgeting uncomfortably as she leaned against a pillar.

[vcardvalx]

“No, no. Don’t be sorry.” The blonde shook her head, smiling. Valerie moved to stand beside Davina and smoothed her dress out. The heretic wasn’t one to go to events such as this one very often. She was a bit uncomfortable, so she stuck to the side of the dance floor most of the time. It was sad to say that she found a bit of comfort in someone else’s discomfort. “How are you? Having a good time?” She asked, trying to make conversation. 

[lizsaltzman-deactivated20200512]

Lizzie bounced on her heels as she stood in the corner of the room, happy to observe everything happening around her. She had never been to a ball before and had skipped prom back in high school. Everything was absolutely fascinating: the lights, the elegant dresses, the people dancing in nearly choreographed routines. Lizzie didn’t want to miss a minute of it. 

She tugged at the baseball cap she was wearing. She had swiped it from her dorm. It was one of many that she had taken from Lincoln back in high school, and she knew he would appreciate the gesture. She had received some perplexed and dirty looks from the other guests, but Lizzie ignored them. She was used to being stared at.

A hand touched her shoulder, and she let out a surprised squeak. She turned around, a smile coming to her face. “Oh, hello!” 

[vcardvalx]

Valerie felt a connection towards the girl, like she’d met her before. Though she was sure she hadn’t. She went to tap her on the shoulder to get a closer look. “I’m so sorry. I didn’t mean to startle you.” She smiled, softly. “This may sound a bit strange, but I think I may know you from somewhere. What is your name?” Way to sound creepy, Val., She thought to herself. 

[timclcssculs]

Lucy found her self at the Mikaelson ball, watching ffhe crowd carefully. Tonight was the night she was going to get her freedom back. She just had a few more task from Hollow that could now be completed since Aurora had set her drew. She smirked with pleasure as she took a sip of her champagne, a presence coming up beside her. “don’t you just love a good ball?”

[vcardvalx]

“It’s lovely.” She smiled at Lucy, unaware of any suspicious activity happening. “You look wonderful.” Valerie sipped her champagne, scanning the room for any familiar faces. “I’m Valerie Tulle. Pleasure to meet you.” 

[xfreyamikaelson-blog]

Freya watched the crowd as they hustled around the compound, drinking, dancing, and having an overall good time. For all the stress this even had caused her, she was pleasantly reminded that, to everyone else, the goal tonight was to have fun. Perhaps one day, when they weren’t facing evil all-powerful witches, they could throw an actual party that allowed Freya to relax.

She glanced over to the person who suddenly decided to join her, “Are you enjoying yourself?” As much as she hated interacting with people who served no immediate purpose to her, she was a Mikaelson and it wasn’t like them to be uncourteous hosts (unless they didn’t plan on their guest staying for very long). 

[vcardvalx]

“I am, thank you.” Valerie smiled at the blonde. She gestured to a seat across from Freya, silently asking if it was taken. “I just thought I’d introduce myself. I’m Valerie Tulle. It’s very nice to meet you. Are you enjoying yourself? Must be stressful hosting an event this extravagant.” She commented. 

[katerinaptrva]

katherine had been to countless mikaelson balls, and even though she had been the target of one or two of them, she had to admit - they were quite entertaining. there was always some sort of blood shed at the end, with a few killings here and there, and, if katherine was lucky, even some good old salvatore & mikaelson drama to back it up. it was also a good place to touch up on her information, the brunette liked to make sure she was up to date with every detail of, well, anything really. picking up a glass of champagne, she turned to the person who had just walked up next to her, her tight dark curls framing her face. “yet another mikaelson ball, did you know i have a space in my wardrobe reserved for this type of thing? they happen so often that i’m almost prepared for it. my bets are that a salvatore will leave crying, multiple family members will be offended and, well, you know the drill. i’m just hoping for a good bite to eat later, i haven’t had a decent meal all week.”

[vcardvalx]

Valerie had to laugh at the Salvatore bit. “You seem to be a veteran at this. Valerie Tulle, pleasure.” The heretic wasn’t sure which doppelganger she was. She seemed to have a certain confidence about her. It was almost cocky. The stories she’d heard of Elena ruled out that it was her, the last time she’d checked, Elena was still in a box. Valerie was a no nonsense type a girl, so she just came out with it. “Which doppelganger are you?” 

[theoliviaquinn]

Caroline was, surprisingly, having a good time. She was laughing, drinking and talking to every single person she made eye contact with and it felt great to just be able to be unwind and enjoy the ball. If she closed her eyes, she could actually feel like she was back in Mystic Falls, dancing the night away with her friends and turning boring events into fun ones by consuming some alcohol. She couldn’t help but feel a little nostalgic and homesick, Caroline missed her hometown, but she loved living in New Orleans. The blonde stood near a wall, away from the dance floor and everyone she knew. She wanted to take a small break from all the talking and just enjoy her champagne. Remaining silent, Caroline took a few sips of her drink and eyed the ambient, watching people dance and silently judging their moves. After a few minutes, she felt a hand on her shoulder and her gaze automatically shifted to see who it was. Once she recognized the person who had approached her, the corners of her lips curled up in the briefest of smiles. “I was sort of expecting dungeons, trap doors and skulls.“ she commented with a shrug. "So I’m a little bit surprised with how… normal everything looks.”

[vcardvalx]

Valerie smiled as she approached the familiar blonde. Caroline looked as lovely as ever in her dress. She laughed softly, a bit confused. “Are trap doors the norm at these events?” The heretic asked, taking a sip of her champagne. “It seems no one is enjoying the party. They’re just waiting for someone to get killed.” 

[redeemedrippcr]

To say that Stefan had felt a little out of place since his return was an understatement but at least a Mikaelson ball was a welcomed familiar element..even if they did end up turning out bad. Letting out a sigh he stepped outside, escaping from the masses of people and talking to whoever decided to stand besides him “So how much are you betting that something bad kicks off?..then again maybe it wont and the tradition of how these things go down will be broken.”

[vcardvalx]

“Tradition? You mean, bad things happen at these and people continue to go to them? What is wrong with people? The rumors are true then.” She nodded, turning towards him. Valerie then realized who it was she’d been standing beside. The heretic should have recognized his voice, but the woman had been off in her own world, worried that at any moment tragedy would occur as she heard they so often do at these events. She’d heard of his passing, and she’d grieved him. Stefan Salvatore was important to her, no matter what happened between them. “Stefan?” Her voice was barely a whisper. So many thoughts racing through her mind. “You’re back. Caroline knows, correct? Damon, as well?”

[hellsurvived]

“ well, this is all fancy. ” amber gazes around with a small smirk on her lips. she’s heard of the infamous mikaelson family && was actually on the lookout for one of them so this event was beneficial to her. “ who d'ya think is gonna be the first one to start a scrap? ”

[vcardvalx]

“I have a feeling its going to go quite smoothly, actually.” Valerie said, looking at Amber. “Call me crazy, I guess.”

[witchybennctt]

“ this is beautiful. ” tatia smiles widely as her chocolate colored hues dance around the room. “ don’t you think so? i have never seen somewhere so extravagant. it is wonderful. ”

[vcardvalx]

Finally. Someone who shared her love of beautiful events, such as this. She had faith that nothing bad would happen tonight. “It’s lovely. I’m Valerie Tulle. Nice to meet you.” She smiled at Tatia.

[prvnces]

hayley had been to one of many mikaelson balls during her time with them, most ending tragically. parting ways with marcel, the brunette accepted the flute of champagne as she watched everyone curiously and cautiously, “i hate formal dresses. this is the one day i would like to leave the party without blood on my clothes,”

[vcardvalx]

“As much I’d love to think you’re joking...” Valerie smiled, sadly. The blonde woman took a flute of champagne. “You look beautiful. I’m Valerie Tulle, it’s very nice to meet you.”

[mcximvffs]

malia had never been so awkward, uncomfortable and in awe at the same time. the wolf had never attended a ball before and she wanted to disappear into the walls. fiddling with the red strap of her dress, she ordered herself a club soda before noticing the person beside her, “regular thing that happens around new orleans? i haven’t heard of balls being held since the early twentieth century.”

[vcardvalx]

“Neither have I.” She smiled at Malia. Valerie ordered herself a drink, took a sip and shrugged. “I’m not sure what happens here in New Orleans. I just arrived, I’m not quite sure how I was invited. They seem like they’ve thrown a few in their lifetime though. You look beautiful, by the way.” She could see the girl was uncomfortable at the ball, in the fancy dress, and she just wanted to make her feel comfortable.

[xicypowersx-deactivated20180205]

        “i’m sorry, did you say something? i really barely heard you”

[vcardvalx]

“Your dress is lovely.” 

[xtownwitchx]

            aurora took a sip from her drink and looked around, everything was nice, shame that maybe was going to end up in a horrible way “i guess for now everything seems nice….we can see how that can last”

[vcardvalx]

“It is quite lovely.” She raised her eyebrow at the woman. “I’d hate to see everyone’s hard work be ruined.” Valerie could tell this woman was up to no good.

[aliciasotolopez]

Alicia was having fun. She really was; it’s not her fault she had a bad case of ‘resting bitch face’. It didn’t help that she knew basically no one here, so whenever Freya had to run off to play hostess Alicia was left to fend for herself. So with champagne glass in hand she stared off at the crowd, people watching and trying to keep herself out of trouble. 

[vcardvalx]

Valerie stepped beside the other, watching the crowd for a moment. She wasn’t sure why she was invited here, but she never turned down a reason to dress up. The blonde looked over at Alicia, smiling. “Some party, right?”

[dadivosos]

                     kai looked good and he knew it, the recommended tailor was great, despite being about an hour out. greedy kol keeping the local one for himself. either way, he walked into the ball adjusting his cuffs, well groomed, hair combed as he took in his surroundings. this night was bound to terror and he hadn’t felt this good since cade vanished and left the throne. plus now he had a suit to pull it all together. though, he thought combing his hair was too much, he usually just ran his fingers through it and of course it looked fantastic. he automatically went to the alcohol, one of the many things he could tolerate, his condition didn’t make it any easier. he reach towards one of the champagne flute and took a sip, arguably the worst alcohol that could ever exist. he turned his head as he felt someone stare, “i look good— i know, you’re welcome.”

[vcardvalx]

The blonde heretic couldn’t believe how... cocky he was. With a squint of her eyes, and a sarcastic nod of her head. “Just dashing. So thankful to be graced with your presence.” She took a sip of her own drink. “The night has just started, but I can go home. Nothing will top this interaction. Cheers.” Valerie lifted her glass.