Mouse: Had a really weird dream last night & can't shake the sense of foreboding... Coffee will make it better, I hope.
Robert: Well, it looks like I'll be going to "Goth Prom" tonight. Why do I get the impression I'll feel vaguely like a chaperone all evening?
Mouse (to Robert): Well, Dad, because you are so much older and wiser than the rest of us. :-P
Delia (to Robert): It's okay hun. At some point I became the defacto bar mom.
Robert (to Mouse): Wiser I'll grant you, but vanity dictates that I point out that I'm only a few years older than you whippersnappers. (to Delia) As long as I don't have to tell anyone to leave room for god while dancing, I'll consider the night a success. ;-)
Delia (to Robert): Yeah... see, I never saw the appeal of the three way with Jesus.
Mouse (to Robert): I know, I just like giving you a hard time. :-)
Robert (to Mouse): Ooo! I knew you had teeth somewhere under that sweet demeanor. (to Delia) Believe it or not, I know a guy. He wears... you know, the less I say about that, the better, actually.
Mouse (to Robert): Don't worry, they're not that sharp... most of the time. :-)
Delia (to Robert): ... yes let's not talk about that. While it's one thing to know intellectually that there's a fetish for everything. It's different to actually KNOW it if you catch my meaning.
Robert (to Delia): At this point, there's very little that surprises me any more.
Ripper (to Eep): Hey, there's an Ed Wood mini movie marathon going on tomorrow at 5pm at the Galaxie, you interested in joining me?
Eep (to Ripper): Really? Shit. If past Sundays are any indication, I'll be working til 9. My coworker usually calls in on Sun.
Ripper (to Eep): Well, you were the first person I thought of when I saw it posted. They're showing 4 of his movies & then the Tim Burton film...
Eep (to Ripper): Heh. I'm not sure if I should be proud or ashamed of that. If you're looking for someone to go with, you could ask Vincent. I introduced him to Ed Wood a couple of years ago. Not sure Mouse will ever forgive me for that.
Ripper (to Eep): Really? I didn't get the impression he liked them, but I'll definitely ask. If you're able to get out of working late, let me know.
Eep (to Ripper): Uh, yeah. I will. Um...thanks. For the invite, I mean.
Ripper (to Eep): No worries. I'll probably end up going solo, even if I can't find anyone. It's not often you get to see them on the big screen.
Eep (to Ripper): Yeah. Really. Last time I saw Plan 9 in the theatre was when I was still in school.
Ripper (to Eep): Sure I can't tempt you just a little to join me?
Eep (to Ripper): Heh. Yeah, no. I like Ed Wood a lot, but you know how it goes. (to Mouse) Hey pretty lady. How you holding up? You OK?
Mouse (to Eep): I'm okay, I just had one of those weird recurring dreams again. The one where I feel like I'm watching a movie.
Eep (to Mouse): God, that sucks. Anything you wanna talk about?
Mouse (to Eep): I only remember one small part... I saw you & Vincent on some kind of boat, there was a storm, and you both seemed really upset.
Eep (to Mouse): Oh. Uh, well, that's not weird. Boats're usually symbolic of journeys. And we've both been kinda venturing outa our comfort zone lately. And God knows it hasn't been a bucket of laughs.
Mouse (to Eep): Yeah, it was just a weird dream... I'm over it now & feeling myself again. But, when I first woke up, it just felt so real.
Eep (to Mouse): Yeah. Sometimes dreams can be hard to shake. Do you, uh, have nightmares like that a lot?
Mouse (to Eep): I wouldn't call them nightmares. In the past, it's just been like an adventure show in my head & it's weird cuz I'm never in them. And, I don't have them very often, just once in a blue moon.
Eep (to Mouse): Ah. So you're only a little bit crazy, then. :p
Mouse (to Eep): That's probably debatable. :-P
Several hours later:
Ripper (to Vincent): Hey, you wouldn't, by any chance, be interested in joining me for an Ed Wood mini marathon at the Galaxie tomorrow?
Vincent (to Ripper): Ooo. I DO love poor, cross-dressing Ed Wood. Very tempting. But, I'm not sure I'm up for socializing just yet.
Ripper (to Vincent): It's not really socializing, we're going to be sitting in a dark theater & watching movies. But, I understand if you don't feel up to it. I don't know, if I know anyone else that might want to go...
Vincent (to Ripper): Have you tried asking Gloomy Gus? Plan 9 is one his all time favorite movies. Get him drunk & he'll ramble about it for hours.
Ripper (to Vincent): Yeah, I asked him. He said that he might have to work until 9pm & that I should ask you.
Vincent (to Ripper): That bloody pain in the... He will mope for days if he misses it. Let me see if I can convince him. (to Eep) Hey Gloomy Britches! Come to the Ed Wood Marathon with me and Ripper.
Ripper (to Vincent): It's no big deal. He said that his co-worker often calls out & he gets stuck closing on Sundays alone.
Eep (to Vincent): I can't. I'm probably going to have to work all day again.
Vincent (to Eep): I know you could manage to swing it if you really wanted. You LOVE Ed Wood. Come with us! Please? Go as a favor to me? I will SO owe you one.
Eep (to Vincent): What? No! Why would it be a favor to you?
Vincent (to Eep): Because I really want to go, but it'll be awkward if it's just Ripper and I. Please?
Eep (to Vincent): Well THAT really makes me wanna go.
Vincent (to Eep): Please?
Eep (to Vincent): ... Fine. But you owe me.
Vincent (to Eep): I totes do! Thank you.
Eep (to Vincent): Yeah. Yeah.
Vincent (to Ripper): Well, it looks like I was able to convince tall, dark & brooding to join you. Is the invitation still open for me to tag along?
Ripper (to Vincent): Of course... you know, you really didn't need to bring a chaperone?
Vincent (to Ripper): Oh. Um... Hee. I suppose that was embarrassingly transparent, wasn't it?
Ripper (to Vincent): Just a teeny bit... Are you worried that I'm going to try to take advantage of you in a darkened theater? Under different circumstances, I might be tempted, but you just broke up with your girlfriend & I'm not that big an asshole.
Vincent (to Ripper): Oh. That wasn't a concern of mine at all. I really didn't expect you to try to take advantage of me during the movie. I'm trying to come up with a way to say, "it's not you, it's me" that sounds earnest, and I'm drawing a blank. :-P
Ripper (to Vincent): Oooh, so I have to worry about you in the theater? I'm making sure Eep sits between us. :-P
Vincent (to Ripper): Hee hee. No, no. You don't have to worry about protecting your virtue. Well, not from me, at any rate. There might be a whole host of strange, untrustworthy types at an Ed Wood marathon. Who knows who might sit beside you? ;-}
Ripper (to Vincent): That's a terrifying thought...
Vincent (to Ripper): Speaking of terrifying, I need to start getting ready for "Prom" tonight. See you at the club, Professor.
Ripper (to Vincent): I'll see you later tonight, Captain.
A few hours later:
Mouse: Fat Christ! There's a lot of people here. Apparently, the prom was a big hit.
Vincent (to Mouse): Indeed! Didn't I tell you that you never had a bad idea?
Mouse (to Vincent): Well, you never know it's a good idea until the crowd shows up.
Vincent (to Mouse): Of course it was a good idea. Look how fab we look. ;-P
Mouse (to Vincent): I like your flower, is that from Ripper? :-p
Vincent (to Mouse): Hee. Yeah. We are each other's prom dates tonight.
Mouse (to Vincent): Awww, that's sweet.
Vincent (to Mouse): :-P
Robert (to Eep): I didn't even know you owned a suit. You look good. You should dress up more often.
Eep (to Robert): Yeah. Yeah. Do me a favor and fuck off will you? Wanda hooting at Vincent every time he bends over is kinda obnoxious.
Robert (to Eep): What? Did you expect me to come stag?
Eep (to Robert): Keep her on a leash, Robert.
Robert (to Eep): Yes, Dear.
Delia: Man.. some of these people are making me feel really underdressed! Holy crap and a half... that guy TOTALLY looks like an Anne Rice Vampire.
Ripper (to Vincent): I have to say that the kilt looks good on you. So, will you save a dance for me?
Vincent (to Ripper): Well, what kind of prom date would I be if I refused? (to Delia) You know you look faboo, hun. Our tip jar agrees. :-P
Ripper (to Vincent): Have you noticed? You seem to have a fan club.
Delia (to Vincent): Yeah? Well thank you sugar butt. But I think your kilt is helping. I think those two girls in the corner who're eye humpin' you put some in. One single with a number on it.
Vincent (to Ripper): Do I? Well, kilts generally tend to attract attention. Heh. They're probably wondering if I'm wearing it traditional style. (to Delia) Really? Oh my. I thought I'd accidentally humiliated them into silence last night.
Ripper (to Vincent): Yeah, there's a trio in the corner that have been watching you. I think the 2 girls were here last night.
Delia (to Vincent): I dunno... they totally wrote something on that last dollar.
Vincent (to Ripper): Oh! Those are probably the twins from last night. I'm actually surprised they're looking in my direction. I'm afraid I embarrassed the lass named Penny a bit last night. (to Delia) Dear me. Apparently, I should wear a kilt more often. :-P
Jade (to Delia & Vincent): You both look stunning and the drinks are mighty fine. Thank you so much. :)
Delia (to Jade): Oh well thank you dear. Ripper picked it out.
Vincent (to Jade): Thank you! Delia and I aim to please. (to Ripper) Good heavens. The kilt certainly seems to be a hit tonight. Maybe I should retire the Adam Ant ensamble for a while.
Jade (to Ripper): Is that you, Professor Rathbone? (to Vincent) It's not often I see people wearing kilts and looking good doing it. Then again, you always look nice. (to Delia) Ripper? Oh! Professor Rathbone, right. He has good taste. Can anyone recommend something strong, please?
Vincent (to Jade): Well, thank you. It's my favorite part of the job.
Ripper (to Jade): Why, yes it is!
Delia (to Jade): well... do you want it to taste strong or be deceptively strong?
Jade (to Ripper): Oh..Uh...well, it's good to see you outside of the classroom. That suit is rather dashing on you and a unique color. (to Delia) Deceptively. I'd rather not know when the silly will kick in so I can move into it naturally.
Ripper (to Jade): Well, thank you for the compliment. Your ensemble is quite lovely. (to Vincent) Well, will you do me the honor of dancing with me for the next song?
Vincent (to Ripper): Oh. Uh, yeah. Sure. Hee. I get the feeling we're going to get a lot of attention.
Robert: Goth Prom: a party where cute straight and same-sex couples slow dance unironically to Peter Murphy and Grinderman. I like it.
Delia (to Jade): hmmm.. alright. Got just the thing then.
Jade (to Delia): Thank you very much. You're an angel.
Mouse (to Eep): So, any chance I can talk you into dancing with me for the next song?
Eep (to Mouse): Heh. I suppose I could be persuaded. I just hope you're, uh, not expecting me to be any good at this.
Mouse (to Eep): Oh, really? I was expecting to recreate one of the Morticia & Gomez dancing scenes. My years of dance lessons are wasted! :-p
Eep (to Mouse): Heh. Sorry to disappoint.
Delia (to Leon): Ya know.. while I wasn't sure how the frills would look on you, I can definately say your rockin the Lestat look.
Leon (to Delia): Dreads down, flying in the wind. Blackulas wished they were as sexy as this action right here. Can I get a refill?
Delia (to Leon): Only if you promise to come dance with me once Vincent is back behind the bar.
Leon (to Delia): Absolutely. That's the advantage of having three DJ's in the house.
Delia (to Leon): It is indeed. Besides, it'd be a damn shame if I didn't get a dance tonight. Although its already better then my own prom.
Mouse (to Eep): You did just fine. And, I appreciate you humoring me.
Eep (to Mouse): Heh. No problemo. It, uh, that was actually really nice. Hell, if my real prom was like this, I probably would have gone.
Vincent (to Ripper): Thanks for the dance, Professor. I fear we may have broken a few hearts. :-P
