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>>Vika, at the Old Starboard and beyond [@PrinceAlexus] Ethan, for the briefest moment [@Almalthia] Joel, through text [@Pilatus]
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Still holding on to Vika's hand, he took a few more steps as her and Ethan exchanged a few more parting remarks. Letting go of Vika's hand for a brief moment, Ryan reached into the inner chest pocket of his coat and took out a business card. Tossing it on the table and seeing it slide slightly towards Ethan, Ryan said [color=00aeef]"Thats where I work. Feel free to stop by if you want to continue this."[/color] with a stoic face. 

As soon as he finished his words, he took Vika's hands and led her steadily towards an awaiting vehicle. [color=00aeef]"Take us to Park View, the Olympus Estate. Thank you."[/color] The driver gave a simple acknowledgement and offered no other words as he drove. Looking at Vika, Ryan paused slightly. The words of Ethan Aster, however insignificant to Ryan, still left their mark. What was he doing with this woman. A woman carrying the child of another man, born of a night of presumed passion and carnal pleasure. His hand stayed linked with hers throughout the drive, but Ryan was mostly quiet except for the few words he would offer her, to see if she was doing alright.

As soon as they arrive at the Olympus Estate, Ryan settled the payment with the driver and had Vika lead the way into the house. As soon as they would arrive at her room, Ryan offered Vika a soft peck on her cheek and said [color=00aeef]"I'll wait here while you get ready for bed."[/color] with a soft smile on his face. 

As soon as he was effectively alone, he reached for his phone and clicked open a message. Joel Nicolosi. He doesn't know why he is reaching out to Joel at this time, but it felt right? 

[i]-[color=00aeef]"Mr. Nicolosi, sorry for the late disturbance. I have a favor to ask. Are you familiar with a Ethan Aster? What is his involvement with one Victoria Olympus, if you are aware of anything?"[/color]-[/i]

Putting his phone away, Ryan sat at the foot of Vika's bed and stared at the moon, outside the window.