13064/House shopping with Roberto

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House shopping with Roberto
Date of Scene: 19 April 2021
Location: Upper East Side, Manhattan
Synopsis: Roberto takes Andrea shopping for overpriced Penthouses, because he can.
Cast of Characters: Sunspot, Rage




Sunspot has posed:
Roberto Da Costa slips his hands into pockets of his light coat, worn more for style than need these days, "Thanks for coming out Andrea, It's hard putting things back together from being away for so long and the business let the lease on my last place slide. Mom is going to keep the place in Starling but I just need my own space. Everyone is settling down and I just feel the need to grow my own roots. you know? Anyway, thank you for coming out on such short notice, house hunting along is nowhre near as much fun." He smiles and holds open the door to the building, "This is the one, Realtor should meet us upstairs."

Rage has posed:
"I have been doing nothing but house hunting the last month with Jay. We're moving to Salem. Going to either sell the Penthouse or rent it out, but we found a few places for like a million to two million and they're just huge homes. Lots of property to run around and do projects and it's away from the chaos from the city." Andrea says as she stares up at the building, then looks down at her phone. "This place is .. eighty million dollars." She nearly chokes out. "Is this what poor people suddenly feel like? Geezus. You're a single guy, you need six bedrooms and eight baths?" She asks as she scrolls through the pictures.

Sunspot has posed:
Roberto Da Costa smiles as he follows you into the foyer, "Well, it's good to have experienced friends to help. If you need an agent Milayna comes very highly recommended." he nods, "That sounds like a Guthrie, and I know you like the wide open as well. I have always been a city kid, the chaos suits me." He smiles, "I'm pretty sure I am not the one to ask. " Berto shrugs, "I don't plan on being single forever, just long enough for a few memorable experiences. Well, that's just the market here in New York, It will be worth more in a few years, or so I am told. Also I have friends, business associates, parties, you never can tell. How many bedrooms in the place you're getting in Salem?" He asks pointedly.

    Berto takes the hand of the dark skinned professional looking woman, "Ola, MIlayna. It is lovely to finally meet. This is my friend Andrea, she is helping me with her discerning eye today." Berto takes Milayna's hand and kisses it, the usual suave charm on full display. MIlayna gives the bullet on the house and tries to gauge how much influence Andrea has in this decision with a few banal questions. There is a moment where Berto give Andrea an appraising sidelong glance and smiles, is there a touch of sadness, "No, no, I am not that lucky. We met at school, where she also met her paramour."

Rage has posed:
"The place we are looking at has five bedrooms and four baths. It has three garages and we're converting one into a recording studio. I'll show you." Andrea says as she passes her phone to him to show off the home that she was looking at. "This is the one I /think/ we are settling on, but we're going to walk a few more. I have a great agent also. I'm just really indecisive. I keep finding something 'else' that I like after I settle on one."

As she lifts her hand to wave to Milayna, she offers up a smile. She's a recognizable face. Popstar and resident of New York City. It's nice to deal with professionals who are used to their level of celebrity. No fawning over. At the question that pops up about their relationship, she gives an amused smile. "I'm dating his best friend's little brother." She explains with a grin. "I'm just here for moral support. Give a girl's opinion."

Sunspot has posed:
Roberto Da Costa nods, "Prescisely." He takes the phone and looks through the pics of each house as Milayna calls the elevator and they ride up to the penthouse, "They're both lovely. The turret is a nice touch, but a pool is always a winner." He nods as he hands the phone back and and the elevator doors open to the apartment.

    Milayna escorts the two of us out into the entry, "Take as long as you like." And we are off to explore.

Rage has posed:
"The pool and the hottub is a huge selling point for us, because we were going to have one built in the other house. Also I almost think the turret is pretentious." Andrea explains as she rolls her eyes upwards and to the side. "At first I thought it was amazing, but then I started thinking about Jay's family and what they may think of it. They're kinda really blue collar and .. poor.. so.. I don't want them to think I'm a princess living in a castle. I think Jay feels a lot more comfortable in the other home too. Less work, it looks more modern and conservative. It's not as intimidating."

As they walk through the entry and she looks around, her eyes widen a bit curiously. "This is huge, and .. over the top. It definitely speaks to you." She says as she clicks her tongue against her teeth. "Sometimes I worry that Jay is overwhelmed by my lifestyle. You worry about that when you bring girls around?"

Sunspot has posed:
Roberto Da Costa smiles and looks around, taking it in, "In the circles I typically run in... I mean let's take a look at the five women I'm closest to, a valkyrie, a demon queen, a pop star, a princess of Rome, and a social justice virtuoso... atypical is my typical. The most down to earth girl I know is... maybe Paige? You honestly think she wouldn't love this? " He looks out the window taking in the view "and then you get to my professional life, where this is expected, it's a race, bigger, more expensive who has more." Berto shakes his head, "I got more than a few congratulations when my Dad passed, and a few folks even sent me their resumes with their condolences." He shakes his head, "That's why I, we, started X-Corps, it has to mean more... but I still have to keep up appearances."

Rage has posed:
"You don't have to compete you know. Sometimes less is more. The biggest voice isn't the one who shouts the loudest." Andrea says with an amused look on her face to him. "Sides, the less you spend the more you have in your bank account to flant around. The house I'm looking at is under two million and dwarfs this place. I can host bigger parties than you." She teases over her shoulder to him as she prances her way towards the living room to look out the window and enjoy the view.

"This is really beautiful though, it's worth every penny if you plan on sticking around and using it. I'll admit I'm getting kinda jealous. This is more than my networth I believe." She says as she gives a long stretch of her body. "Also, I don't think you got a chance with Paige. She's still hung up on Jono /and/ she is your best friend's sister. That is not a boat you wanna rock, Berto."

Sunspot has posed:
Roberto Da Costa follows Andrea with his eyes, he gaze a little wolfish all on its own, taking her in as she prances than she stretches and he goes quiet just a little bit too long. Leaning against the wall watching her, watching the view beyond, but mostly the girl, "Yeah, you make a solid point. Though there comes a point where you have all the money to flaunt you'd ever need. I do plan on staying around and the fact your jealousy might lead to spend a few nights here when work keeps you in the city isn't a trivial part of my consideration." Berto snorts, "You're young, and like you said it isn't the loudest voice that makes the biggest change." Berto scoffs, "I am wounded, Jono is a phase, brooding only goes so far. Yeah, but we both know Sam would give us his blessing if it was serious, but Paige was at best number three."

Rage has posed:
"Ha. My jealousy wouldn't mean I'd stay the night here in the /guest/ room. It just means I'm jelly you can even afford this in general. And Sam would only give you his blessing if you could /prove/ it to him that you weren't a dog." Andrea says with an amused smirk upon her face. Glancing over her shoulder at him, she lifts her brows upwards some. "So, you buying this or what?"

Sunspot has posed:
Roberto Da Costa walks up to her with a small smile, and slips his arms around Andrea's waist, resting his chin on her shoulder. It's a gesture of intimate comfort in a friend's presence, "No, one said you has to stay in the quest room. It's got two bathrooms, you can have your own." Berto laughs, "Yeah, the proof is the hard part, isn't it. Maybe we could work on that?" Berto smiles and stands up a little straighter, he nods, "Yeah, I think' it time to put down some roots.

Rage has posed:
There is a blink from Andrea as she feels the arms slide around her from behind. Her eyes roll upwards some as she glances over her shoulder at him. "Yeah? You gonna let Jay stay over also?" She says with a smirk as she gives another glance out the window that she stares out. "I think you need a bit more than finishing school, Berto. You need prayers and Jesus." There's a soft laugh under her breath. "Well, congrats on buying the best penthouse in all of New York City. The view of the park is insane and worth the price on it's own."

Sunspot has posed:
Roberto Da Costa smiles, and nods, with a sidelong, glance, "I'm pretty sure that Everyone will stay over sooner or later." Berto gets a good long laugh at that, "Now you sound like my Mother." Berto lets her go and winks, "Thanks for being here to share the moment Ande. It's nice not to be alone even if it's only for a bit." He stops and looks at her again framed by the window. "You and Jay are welcome to whatever bedroom you choose whenever you choose. He's a lucky guy and I'm a lucky friend."

    Then Berto raises his voice, "Milayna, yeah, let's work up an offer... " He makes the arrangements, and turns to Andrea, "Dinner later? Maybe we can catch up with the gang?"

Rage has posed:
"Sure, we can do dinner later. Also, tell her you'll pull the trigger on this place for seventy-three. Don't settle for eighty." Andrea hints to him with a grin as she gives a glance down at the phone, giving it a wiggle at him. "It's been on the market for six months and they've lowered the price four times. You have full negotiating power and you'll save about ten grand a year in taxes."

Sunspot has posed:
Roberto Da Costa smiles and taps a pair of fingers to his temple , with a wink as he points to you in a salute. "Obrigado, beauty, talent and a mind for business." He chuckles and sits down with MIlayna to work out a deal. Loking at the history, the comps, talking about the needs of the seller, and his willingness to do the deal in cash, no financing needed.