<div class="floatright">(http://celebsla.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/kate-beckinsale-at-underworld-blood-wars-photocall-in-berlin-11-22-2016-5.jpg)</div><strong>Character:</strong>Alison West<br/><strong>Occupation:</strong>Guest<br/><strong>Time:</strong>Lunch, August 21st<br/><strong>Location:</strong>The Barn<br/><strong>Tagging:</strong>Matthew<br/><strong>Content Warning:</strong><br/><br/>Alison knew lots of actresses (and actors) who wanted to be fawned over, even while supposing to keep a low profile. Alison, on the other hand, enjoyed occasional breaks from fandom. She didn't dislike her fans at all; on the contrary, she knew she owed her career and livelihood to them and 99% of the time was happy to interact with them at conventions and pressers. But still, she found Matt's treatment of her as 'just another person' to be relaxing and refreshing. She also gave a nod and a smile to Raina when they were standing in line for BBQ chicken and exchanged a quick "Hello".<br/><br/>"Call me Ally," she said to Matt when the introductions were made. "And yes, the food is fantastic." She smiled wide and looked around the ranch. Not at the studs, per se, but at the full scenery of the natural surrounding. "And so is the view here. Even if...things don't go how I'm hoping, at least this will be a relaxing break." Takinga deep breath, Alison put the plate with the remaining scraps of food aside and looked Matt over in a more appraising way. He certainly was handsome. And well built, by the look of things. He was also polite in a genuine way that seemed all too rare in Alison's world theese days. Matt was definitely going on her mental 'short list', up at the top.<br/><br/>"So, you're my Guide for the day." She stood up from the luncheon table, smiling brightly at Matt. "Anywhere in particular you'd like to show me around here? Or anything you think I should know that Virgil and Devi maybe didn't mention?" The combination of the jetlag and the food brought forth a yawn, which she quickly stifled. "Sorry," Alison said in apology with cheeks flushing a bit in embarrassment. "I'm still on Prague time. But I promise I'll pay close attention to whatever you want to show me or even talk about." An idea struck her, and she tilted her head a bit to add, "You could always tell me a bit about yourself, if you'd like? How long have you worked here, for example? Or is that something we're not supposed to discuss? And don't be afraid to ask me any question you want as well."