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When encouraged to sing another Ashti would delight in just that. A new flame lit within her bosom rose her to her feet and she sang another tune- one light and happy. One that the audience could move to and one Ashti found herself swaying to also. The inspiration of having Gatsby hear her and delight in her was unmatched.

This had been what she had wanted, a feeling reminiscent of her glory days.

When it came to an end and music replaced her voice, Ashti was eager to dance with Gatsby herself...though she indulged in many questions of future partnerships. Maybe deep down Ashti still wanted to be a star, and what greater honor than being Gatsby's?

Alas as the song came to an end, and as Ashti's drinks were kicking in, she felt joyful and not quite ready to leave the dance floor. Lost hues found Pearl, and while wondering if the happy woman wanted to dance she extend a hand out to her. Whether or not Pearl was around or wanted to indulge, Ashti still felt so full. So accomplished. Truly it was a great night- almost a fantasy compared to the many lonely nights normally spent in her tiny apartment.

So was the illusive magic of Gatsby and the brilliant party Dominic orchestrated.

Pearl raised her eyebrows at Dominic right before Gatsby redirects his attention to greet them. She simply beams, "Mr Gatsby, a pleasure to see you. Ma cher, you've some Cajun roots, too???" She's flirtatiously complimenting his effortlessly impeccable pronunciation.

Inclining her head to him politely, she stepped back to allow the dutiful host and the mysterious bankroller to dance. Ashti's song choice is perfection. Quite pleased at the success of their first night, Pearl devours the magical moment and grins at Dominic when he seeks her gaze. She's waving him to keep going, to just enjoy himself for once!
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When Gatsby dances with Ashti, Pearl excuses herself for one moment from Dominic's offer, practically skipping over to the band and trailing bright little down feathers the whole way there and back. She's leaning in with some requests for moody dance music!
"How about some instrumental accompaniment?" She joins Dom on the floor and leans in, whispering to him. "How was it?" She suspects the answer is good, but, she wants him to admit he had fun.
When they're done, she kisses his cheek softly. "Thank you, Mr D'Angelo."

And then, to Pearl's surprise, Ms Rodgers has invited her to dance as well! Blushing, she takes Ashti's offered hand and leans in to place the softest kiss atop it. The little petal gazes up with a smile and leads Ashti into a slow and elegant dance.
"May I say, You have made this such a lovely evening with your presence alone, Miss Rodgers. Please tell me you'll be coming to every season."
If Ashti indulges Pearl, they chat a while. Pearl flirts...
"Has the evening been exactly perfectly magical?"