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Jan-5-2009 03:44


To know what happened previously in this story please review the following threads.

The USS Sleuthetania:

http://noir.playsleuth.com/map/cityhall/post.spy?id=29404

The Any Location Place:

http://noir.playsleuth.com/map/cityhall/post.spy?id=29603

Jan-18-2009 11:25

Vivienne Garrett soon came in decked out entirely in lime green. A long, flowing gown, a lime green mask, and a cunning little hat. She also wore shiny lime green heels.

Vivienne went to look fo her brother, whom she had not yet seen. So, Scarlett took her brother back to play some cards or backgammon before the masked ball began.

((Note: If Scarlett or Vivienne (if Clift is protective) get off this boat with children, someone's going to have permanently broken legs. And, maybe a little farther up. ;-) Thank you. ;-) ))

Jan-18-2009 13:03

Makenise was ready for the evening to start. She didn't know if it was because of the fun it was supposed to be, or just that she wanted it out of the way, in fear of what was going to happen next.

She smoothed her black dress down in the front, tucked her gun away she had, in the little purse she carried, along with the black journal she had with her.

This is so crazy, everytime we go on a vacation, or a trip, or whatever we are, something always happens. The curse of being a detective, I suppose, she thinks to herself.

Clift was approaching, as she said, "Hi Clift. Do you know where Violet is?" He looks at her, knowing somethng is bothering her, but, instead says, "She is in the cabin, I assume. Is everything ok?"

Unlike Makensie, she walked on, and said, "Oh, just fine" Her voice said differently, as Clift watched her then turned and headed to wherever he was going. Everyone is acting strange, he thinks. What happened to this fun we were supposed to have?, he wonders.

Makensie approaches Violet's door, and knocks. She waited a bit, watching other tourists pass by, smiling at them as they did, as if she was just another happy tourist. How far from the truth THAT was, she thinks. With all the information she just received from Joey Bane....her mind was too busy to be happy.

After getting no answer from Violet, she decided to head to the ballroom. It was almost about to start, and she had no idea where everyone was at, but, knew they would show eventually.

She made her way to the area where the party was being held, and found a seat, her black mask in place. ((((I never been to a masked ball party or whatever so forgive me if I dont use proper wording for this LOL))))

A waiter came along, and asked, "Excuse me, ma'am. Care for something to drink?"

She asked for a glass of water, when really, she wanted a strong drink. One of the things she's missed since being pregnant.

*more*

Jan-18-2009 13:28

As she waited for her water, she looked around, her leg crossed over the other, thinking of how to tell Violet what she found out from Mr Bane. Atleast he doesnt seem to be a threat in all this, she thinks. Seem being the key word.

The waiter returned with her water and she thanked him with a smile.

Taking a sip, she sits there rather impatiently.

"I can't sit here and wait. This is driving me crazy", she says, out loud.

Ace walks up, and says, "What is, Mak?"

"Nothing. Something. Everything", she said.

Then she said, "I'm sorry for my rudeness earlier, Ace"

"Oh, no worries Mak. I know you aren't the polite type", he said, with a chuckle, to show he was kidding.

Ace takes a seat, as Violet walks in, as elegant, and beautiful as ever.

She walks over, smiles at her friends, and sits down.

"Where is Clift?", she asks. "He is sure disappearing alot in the last day or two" Violet seemed a bit nervous, but still held her composure, as she always does.

"I passed him on the way here, going in the opposite direction of the ballroom", Makensie replied.

Ace knew something was going on with Makensie, and he was determined to find out what was going on, but, he wasn't going to push the issue. Somehow he knew, and felt, that tonight, it will all come out.

Makensie was abnormally quiet, if that was possible, as she thought of how to pull Violet aside to tell her all she learned.

She decided to wait until the party was in full swing, and to allow everyone to get settled.

She caught Ace's eyes, as he was studying her, so she just smiled, her easy going smile, to show all was alright, when really it wasnt. She knew she didn't fool Ace, he WAS a detective after all.

"Ok, well, lets get this party started huh?", Ace said, trying to break the silence.

Jan-18-2009 13:33


... Meanwhile ...

As Clift was walking he saw someone familiar standing by the door of his cabin. Clift's face suddenly brightened up and he rushed to greet his only and beloved sister.

He hugged Vivienne very tightly then held her away and took a look at her.

She was as beautiful as ever. He, of course, still preferred her natural look. Her natural light brown hair was very close shade to his own hair colour, but he knew that working on the stage sometimes required actors to look, well a bit more artificial.

Her red bob got her all the good roles.

"Clift, my married brother!" Vivienne giggled as she said. "You! Married! I still can't bring myself to truly believe it!."

"I explained the arrangement to you Viv. It's a paper marriage."

"Still, how she got you to commit to even that is beyond me! Quite the convincer Miss Parr must be! Wait shouldn't she be Mrs. Garrett now?"

"No in fact," Clift shrugged. "She -not surprisingly I may add- opted to keep her maiden name as is."

"How very unusual... well won't you comment on my dress? You always loved the many shades of green."

"...And lime green my... Viv you just look delicious!" Clift bowed. "May have the pleasure of escorting you to the Masked Ball?"

"You may indeed..." Vivienne locked her arm in his. "What about Miss Parr?"

"She's probably already there, she always keep going on about how tardiness in the height of rudeness bla bla bla..."

Vivienne giggled merrily. "Clift, you devil!"

She slapped him on the arm lightly as they made their way into the Ball Room.

Jan-18-2009 13:40


When Clift walked in with his sister Vivienne, he saw Mak, Violet, Ace & Scarlett all sitting on a table towards the centre of the Ball Room.

He walked up to them and further introductions were made.

The music started playing and it was very lively.

Clift immediately approached Scarlett Masters and asked her for a dance. Ace asked Mak to dance and the two couples went to the dance floor leaving Vivienne along with Violet Parr.

Vivienne spoke. "What a lovely evening Violet..."

Violet smiled politely. "It is indeed. Beautiful dress you are wearing, Miss Garrett."

"Thank you." Vivienne loved both Makensie Brewer and Violet Parr dearly as well as Ace Masters because of the positive influence she believed the three were having on her brother Clift.

She looked at Mak. "Miss Brewer is starting to show a bit. It is very exciting I must admit... getting two nephews or nieces at once. Clift is very lucky... once the children are born I am sure he will know what a blessing they are from God."

Violet smiled but did not comment.

She must be having second thoughts, Vivienne concluded. The whole pregnancy/fake marriage thing maybe scaring her now. She turned to look at Makensie Brewer and decided that Mak was handling her pregnancy much better than Violet was coming to terms with hers.

Jan-18-2009 13:45


***

Meanwhile Clift was dancing with Scarlett Masters.

"What beautiful eyes you have Scarlett." He smiled looking into her eyes.

"Now, now, calm down Mr. Garrett," Scarlett said mockingly. "My brother warned me about you and your charm."

She giggled cheerfully as he twirled her and said. "Maybe you shouldn't believe all you hear." He smiled.

"Well, maybe that is true, but I shall believe what I see." She spoke nodding towards Violet and Makensie. "Two pregnancies should be more than enough to ward any woman away from you."

Scarlett continued to giggle as she mocked Clift.

Clift suddenly saw, to his surprise, Joey Bane walking up to Violet Parr.

The two exchanged a few words and then he moved.

Joey was not wearing his mask but he had recognised Violet in her full purple outfit... then again it was hard for anyone not to.

Since marrying her Clift had a chance to have a look at her wardrobe. He had to look hard to find article of clothing that was not a shade of purple!

Jan-18-2009 22:01

Ace danced slowly with Mak. He took the lead. He couldn't help himself; he had to watch Clift.

He trusted Scarlett. Really. But... well... there are at least two women in this room expecting, and both are expecting a baby of Clift's. Ace doesn't want to be an uncle yet!

"Ace, something on your mind?"
"I'm watching Clift. He's dancing with my sister." Ace stated bluntly.
"Uh oh! Now they're leaving! Oh my! They must be going to his cabin!" Mak joked.
"Ha ha, very funny." Ace mocked.
"Don't be so worried! Clift is a married man!"
"That's what worries me."
"Okay..."
"Never mind. Oh look!" Ace exclaimed.
"What? I can't see behind me!" Mak laughed.
"That creepy guy Bane is dancing too. With Vivienne Garrett!"
"Oooh... how Clift's blood must be boiling right now!"
"He doesn't see yet. All he can keep his eyes on is my sister."
"Oh, Ace, stop." Mak playfully slapped his arm.
"Stop what? This could be serious!"
"Ace, Scarlett is smart enough to realize not to go with Clift. Paper marriage or not!"
"Okay, okay. But I'm still nervous!"

The song ended. As couples broke, Ace took this as a chance to cut in with his sister. Clift noticed Bane and Viv and went to break that up. And Mak noticed Violet sitting there alone, and went over to talk.
*more*

Jan-18-2009 22:12

Just before Clift reached his sister, someone else reached his sister.

"Bulldog!" Patricia Crab shouted out. She was decked out in a flowing blue gown that was obviously too small. "How dare you dance with this cheap floozy?"
"Cheap floozy?" Clift yelled, "That's my sister you're talking about, lady!"
"Cherry, I'm only mingling." Bane stuttered.
"Mingling my foot!"
"You're fat foot." Clift stated under his breath.
"I heard that, young man." Patricia looked down at Clift.
"You were supposed to, 'cherry'."
"Now, hold on here!" Vivienne spoke up, "I am a big girl and I will dance with whom I please!"
"Not as big as cherry." Clift said, again under his breath.
"You want your face shoved down your throat, Clift?" Bane stepped in his face, "I can do it for ya."

Meanwhile, every eye in the place was turned towards the loud commotion in the middle. Violet slowly sank in her chair, thanking God that no one yet knew of the marriage. She hoped, anyway.

"I'd like to see you try!" Clift shot back. All four were oblivious to the fact that even the waitstaff watching.
"I'll try, alright." Bane shot.
"Baney! Stop it this instant!" Patricia yelled.
"Clift, get your scrawny rear over here!" Viv told her brother. As the men consented, the women started cackling at it. They got in each others face until Violet finally decided to end it. When she pulled Patricia crab away, Scarlett sidestepped Vivienne.
By this time, the men were back at it, Ace pulled Clift aside and Mak shooed away Bane. T'was quite a scene!

Jan-18-2009 22:14

Finally, Ace ended up chattering with Scarlett like he intended. Clift was lectured by Vivienne, and Bane was getting an earful from Patricia Crab.

But, Makensie and Violet continued their private, and apparently interesting, conversation, and the ball continued.

Jan-19-2009 00:58

Makensie finished with...." I just wanted you to know all of this Violet. Take this Black Journal , read it, and decipher what the initials in there stand for"

Violet just nods, and noticed Makensie seemed rushed, as if she was saying goodbye.

Makensie squeezed Violet's hand, and says, "You take care of yourself...you and Clift, and the baby" Violet said, "Mak, it sounds like you are saying goodbye"

As Makenis started to respond, a gentleman approached Makensie.

"Excuse me, ma'am. At our next stop, your ride will be waiting for you there. I just wanted you to know", the gentleman said.

She nods, then looks at Violet, who was looking at her.

"Where are you going, Mak?", Violet questioned with concern. "You can't leave. You have a baby...who will watch over you? Clift will be upset....I will be, for that matter"

Makensie smiles, and said, "Violet, I thank you for being a dear friend to me.....I will miss you both. As for Ace, he doesnt deserve to be apart of this ...here...and the choices Ive made for myself. I've decided to leave, and have this baby on my own. You, ofcourse, can stop by my apartment anytime, as well as Clift to check in...and I will be sure to let you know what I have...a boy or a girl, but something tells me, it will be a boy" She smiles, and finally is comfortable being pregnant and knowing there is a little life growing inside her.

"There is too much going on , and I just feel I need to be at peace right now, under my current conditions", Makensie said.

Violet hugged her, and said, "I do understand, my friend. You take care of yourself, and Clift and I will be in touch"

Makensie didnt feel like much in the party mood anymore, after telling her secret of her plans.

She stands up, and walks to Clift.

When he saw her come up to him, he stepped away from Ace, and walked to her, as he could see she had something to say.

*more*