The Arms Hotel Lobby, Friday

[montecito_east]

Gunther seemed like he was over Wolfgang's marriage, so Mary thanked her lucky stars. She did keep him at arms length in case he tried to grope her again because she didn't need that. She was already expecting Barney Stinson to drop by today and she had a feeling she'd also have to avoid being groped by him.

At least today was River's first day.

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[suit_of_awesome]

Barney walked into the hotel to meet Mary. He was suited up, as per usual and thought he looked totally hot in all black.

[montecito_east]

He must be awfully warm in black, Mary thought, because it was at least 85° outside. Even with the hotel's air conditioning, she was dressed casually in a tank top and jeans because it was too hot to wear much more than that.

"Hello," said Mary, making an effort to smile. "How was your first week of classes?"

[suit_of_awesome]

"My first class was awesome," Barney said smugly. He gave Mary a once over. "I see you are making the most of the heat today."

[montecito_east]

"I'm used to it. It gets a lot hotter where I'm from," said Mary.

[apocalypsesoon]

John left his room, wondering how much trouble he'd be in if he decided to clean out the carb in the middle of his tidy hotel room. Probably a lot. So instead? Food.

[montecito_east]

Mary hadn't seen a lot of the new guest who checked in, so when she spotted him in the lobby, it seemed like the perfect opportunity.

"Hi there! How are you enjoying your stay?"

[apocalypsesoon]

"Uh, hi. It's been good," he said, not giving her the once-over. Okay, slightly. "I was wondering," he said, slowly, "if there are arrangements for special services here?"

[montecito_east]

"What kind of special services are you looking for?" asked Mary. He better not be looking for a hooker or Mary might lose it.