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Mr. Mystery w/Gambuiness

UnicornHorn

Mystical Artifact
Joined
Apr 1, 2017
Location
The Cosmos
Sunset Vista is a nice Condo apartment complex, only bought by those who could afford it. It is at least 5 stores, three buildings are connected with a gated pool in the middle that isn't in use because it is still early Spring, it is still too cold to use it. It is the ideal place for luxury living indeed, for those who got it made to live n such a place. There are a couple of empty vacancies, waiting for people to move in. The landlord is happy that someone new is moving in, has chosen building 3, floor 3, condo 303. The third building is usually reserved for singles and doubles, giving a nice view of of the neighborhood. After signing the paperwork and such business, the new tenant can now move into their new place.
 
Matt smiled to himself and still couldn't believe, that he will now be living here. Thanking the landlord, he took the keys to his new apartment from him and went to the third floor at building three. Finally his years of studying paid off, he found a job at this huge company, they allowed him to work from home most of the time and to make sure, that there employees' have a good workplace at home, they offered to pay half of the rent of the employees' apartment. Once a week he had to show up at the office to meet with costumers or to present his progress at a certain project, but aside from that, he could do everything from his home.

Training was one of his favourite activities during his time at the university, he trained now for eight years and started, when he was eightteen. So it was no problem for him to carry all of his stuff up to his new apartment. Being nearly two meter tall, he had to take care, to not hit his head on the door frame. They somehow seemed to be a bit lower then those, he knew from home.
As he was getting the last bag, a package carrier was at the entrance hall and looked a little lost.

''Excuse me, could you tell me how I can get to apartment number 304? It is in building three on the third floor.'' asked the package carrier Matt, as he entered the building.
''Yeah sure, no problem. Or you could just give it to me and I hand it to its' owner. I live in apartment 303.'' answered Matt.
The package carrier was unsure of what he should do. Normally he wasn't allowed to give the package to someone, who isn't the owner but on the other hand he wasn't looking forward to run the stairs up to the third floor. They really needed to fix their elevator here.
''OK, could you please sign here?'' Matt signed with his name on the tablet and received a small package.

As he placed everything at his apartment, he went once more through his new home. The bedroom was small compared to the other rooms but had enough space for his big bed and his closet. From the bedroom he was able to go to his balcony, that had enough space to place a table and three chairs on it. In addition the balcony was connected to two rooms, his bedroom and the living room. His living room was the biggest room of his apartment and was in the center of it, you could reach every room from the living room. His bath had no bathtub but a spacious shower, his kitchen on ther other side of the apartment was equipped with everything one might need and a lot of the elements were made with a certain type, that had the look of a dark brown wood, just as he liked it.

The package would be a great opportunity to get in contact with one of his new neighbours and a good relationship with the neighbours could be the first step to get in conatct with new people. He didn't knew anyone here and that needed to change. Checking himself once in a mirror, he saw the he really needed to visit a barber in the next days. His normally short brown hair grew too fast, way too fast for his taste. He put his glasses down, closed his green eyes for a moment and took a deep breath, time to start a new great day.

Placing the glasses back on his nose, he grabbed the package and his keys, went to the door next to his that had the number 304 on it and rang the bell.
 
After the doorbell, there was no response at first. There is only a few more moments before the door slowly cracks open. "Who is it? " It is a man's voice from the other side, raspy like he has a hoarse throat. If one could peek through the crack, then there is a figure that doesn't seem too pleased. His eyes has dark circles and tired looking. "...who?" Oh great, there is a new neighbor, there was a lot of commotion this morning at it and it made him anxious. Now there is this stranger on the outside of his door. The stranger is holding a box, that is unusual. Though, the stamp on the box indicates that it belongs to him, the delivery man was here with his package. "...Where did you get that?"
 
The vibe Matt received after the doorbell has been answered was anything but nice. Shit, did he just woke that guy up? So that was that with the good start.
''H - Hello, my name is Matt Haan and I just moved into apartment 303. So, I am your new neighbor. Hi.''
He smiled but wasn't sure if the person behind the door could see that since the door was not really open. Just enough to better understand, what the other person said. Still, no reason to not be nice.
''I got that package from the package guy, down at the entrance of the building. I offered him to take it with me and give it to you.''

Stepping back one step he reached out his hand with the packsge, but just a little bit so that he would force the person behind the door, to at least open the door properly if he wanted his package. ''And I wanted to ask you, if there is a supermarket near here?''
 
"Fine...just put the box down..." He said, he will grab it later and he decides to be a bit helpful. "Greenwood Grocers, two blocks west." He said, as he answers the question, then he closed the door without another word, he didn't even told him his name. There is an expectation that the the guy, Matt would just leave the package and go on his merry way.

"Ah, you are the new neighbor?" A man exits from 305, seeing Matt standing in front of 304. "Hows it going? You manage to meet with the shadow of 304? I don't think you should bother, he doesn't really talk to anyone." He said, as he gives a friendly smile. "My name is James, your other neighbor."
 
As Matt kneeled down and placed the package on the doorstep, he heard a voice from the side. In contrast to the guy from 304, this guy seemed like a ray of sunshine to Matt. Nice and kind, the type of neighbour he was looking for. He stood up, went to him and reached out his hand.
''Hello James, my name is Matt and yes, I am the new one here, I just arrived.''

James looked like a nice guy, maybe he could give Matt some tips for the things in the surrounding area. ''I am trying to figure out, where all the important stuff is around here. Until now I just know, where my office is located.''
 
James shook his hand. "Nice to meet you, i'm sure that you'll like it here. Everyone is nice...some more than others." He mutters a bit, giving a side glace at the door. "But its quiet and nice, no problem. The important stuff is close by, I think the landlord has a detailed map that he give out to new comers. You can ask him, or better yet, you can take mine, I don't really need it." James offers to Matt, if he really needs one. He is more than willing to help him out with anything if he asks him. "So, what are your plans for today?"
 
''Nice to meet you too.'' Matt replied, looking into James eyes. His face had a soft shape and his red hair emphasized his blue eyes. He could be described as beautiful.
''I just met with the landlord half an hour ago and he hasn't mentioned any map. If I could use your or just make a copy of it, I would be really gratefull.''

On one hand, he didn't wanted to ask for too much, when they just met but on the other hand, he could really need some company. ''Well, today I just need to unpack my stuff, buy some supplies from the grocery store and then I am looking forward to cook a nice meal. If you like, you can come over to my apartment this evening. I always cook way to much for one person.'' Matt smiled and hoped, that he didn't overdid it.
 
"I see, you can have mine, I don't really use it these days. I'll be right back." He moves to his door, unlocking it with his key and went inside. It only took a few moment before he returns, handing Matt a folded map of the neighborhood. "There, now you wont get lost, and we can go to the store, I'm going there anyway." James smiles, as he offers to come along for the ride. They are heading to the same direction anyway, so it would be fun spending some time with someone else.
 
''Thanks for the map, that is really kind.'' The thought to have some company on the way lightened up his mood. ''Great, let me just grab my jacket and wallet, then I am ready to go.
He quickly returned to his apartment and grabbed his jacket, his wallet as well as a bag. Smiling he returned to James. ''Ready to go.''

James was really a good looking guy, he surely had a lot of woman around him or men, depending on what he prefered.

As they reached the store, he took care to get all the necessary stuff he needs, to not get hungry in the next few coming days. ''So, regarding my offer for lunch this evening. I thought about making a simple Spaghetti Bolognese. Together with a glass of wine it can become a great meal. Would you be interested in joining the meal?''
 
"No problem, i'll do what I can to help." James grins as waits for Matt. In the meantime, the door opens and the package has been quickly snatched and retreats into 304. "What a weirdo..." he sigh, smiling when Matt returns. "I would love to join you for dinner tonight, my cooking is less to be desired." He joked as he walked with him to the store.

It is a very large store with wide selections, James is happy that he doesn't have to shop alone for once.
 
Walking through the store together with James was great. Matt had never been one to enjoy doing things alone. Having someone by his side to share a moment of joy or to do simple stuff together like this was what he wanted. Picking everything up of the stuff, he got on his list they quickly made progress on their way thorugh the store.

''Say James, what do you do for a living and how long are you already living here?''
 
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"I work as a medical researcher, and I have been living at apartment for three years. It gets cozy once you settle in, but I hope that you'll fit in. Besides the ghost, everyone one else seems friendly. Well, i am not so sure about the people on the other floors or buildings." James chuckles, shrugging. "All I know is that some of the tenants work for the AMDC, the same place I work, but I personally never met them, none are on the floor where we live."

He explains, but he grins apologetically. "But, enough about me, what about you? I'm sure your job is interesting."
 
''Medical research, that sounds interesting. I just finished my studies and found a job at the company PROpic. My job is mainly about receiving a order from a client to create a picture or a scene for a video game. I design and and create everything, send it to the customer and she or he than can add it to their game.''
Matt was lost in thought for a moment while he grabbed some noodles and kept on talkin'.

''When the company offered me to move here and to support me with the apartment, I didn't need to think about it twice. I was living all my life in my hometown village and the people there always looked down on me because of my job and what I sometimes had to do because of it. It is a very strict and prude village, so when I had the chance to get out of there, I simply had no other choice.''

As they reached the end of the grocery store, Matt stopped at the shelves with the wine. ''I enjoy a good wine to the noodles. Would you prefer a red or a white wine?''
 
"Oh, living the dream is fantastic, right?" James teased a bit, then he nods. "I see, i'm glad that you decided to move on from a negative place, I think you'll like it here." He smiled kindly, then he stopped at the wine. "Hm, lets try the white whine. I normally would have a nice beer, but I am willing to try." He said, he isn't used to having wine except for for special occasion.

Jame saw something in the corner of his eyes, he gave a curious glance as he saw a figure walking up the aisle wearing a hooded sweater and a face mask and dark glasses to obscure the face.
 
Matt checked the shelf with the different white whines and looked for his favourite, one that is rich in flavour and not too dry. He didn't recognise what was happening behind his back and didn't saw the man, pulling out a gun and pointing it at point blank range to the guy at the checkout.

''Everybody down and show me your hands. I expect you to stay calm and don't try to play the hero. If you all remain calm and give me what I want, then we all can enjoy the rest of this wonderful day.''

Matt flinched at the loud voice of the robber and dropped the bottle of whine he was currently holding in his hand. It fell to the ground and the glass broke into thousand pieces. The face of the robber immediately turned to him.
 
James is checking out the wines with Mat, but he whirls as his attention turns to sudden shouting. There is a robbery and he jumps as they are in this situation, and he turns to Matt when he dropped the bottle. When the guy turns to face them, he moves in front so the guy wouldn't hurt Matt.

The robber does try to approached, but coming from around the corner is someone that seems very annoyed. The guys turns to him, as he points the gun. James instantly recognize him as the ghost of 303, shocked that he is actually outside for once.

"Hey, what the hell are you doing? Don't try to play the hero!" The robber shouted at the ghost, but he seems more irritated than scared.

"....Meds..."

"Huh?"

"I'm going to get my meds..." He grimaced. There is a pharmacy behind the aisle, and he took a step to pass the guy, but he harshly took his arm.

"Are you kidding me? Do you know know what is hppenin-Ahhh!!" The ghost attacked the robber instantly, jumping on top of him and punching and scratching his face while the guy is flailing around.
 
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