8.17.2013

A Strange Old World, Day 110

At Casino de la Renard; Nice, French Republic:

Ariadne: I can't read this note, it's like a cross between hieroglyphics & doctor's prescription pad.

Ji Yong (to Ariadne): Ms. Fenris, our employer has asked me to let you know that Nicolette has prepared a meal for you.

Ariadne (to Ji Yong): Oh, thank you... Do you need me on the floor? I think I'm feeling much better.

Ji Yong (to Ariadne): Not at all. Mr. Rodchenko assumed you would need a few days to yourself. He's made arrangements.

Ariadne (to Ji Yong): Oh... I love that man. He's way too good to me... I wonder, if he'll marry me?

Ji Yong (to Ariadne): ... I'm not really sure.

Ariadne (to Ji Yong): I was just joking... Are you still working?

Ji Yong (to Ariadne): Yes. I have to make the rounds one more time, before I can retire. It's been a slow night. I... Are you sure you're well?

Ariadne (to Ji Yong): ... I think I want you to go out on a date with me. An actual one.

Ji Yong (to Ariadne): If you would like... I don't think I've ever been on an "actual date."

Ariadne (to Ji Yong): ... Oh, good. Do you want to do something after you get done tonight or would you prefer tomorrow?

Ji Yong (to Ariadne): It's up to you, Ms. Fenris.

Ariadne (to Ji Yong): This is one of those times where I want to know what you really want, Ji Yong.

Ji Yong (to Ariadne): ... I enjoy your company, Ms. Fenris, so I certainly wouldn't mind going out with you tonight, but if you're too tired or still a bit concerned about your safety, I wouldn't want to force your hand.

Ariadne (to Ji Yong): ... That may be the sweetest thing you've ever said to me. Finish your work & then let's go on a date tonight. I'm feeling a bit stir crazy.

Ji Yong (to Ariadne): Very good. It should take me no more than 20 minutes to complete work. Shall I come to your room after that?

Ariadne (to Ji Yong): Yeah... Don't eat anything. I'm gonna make us dinner.

Ji Yong (to Ariadne): Very good. I'll see you then.

Ariadne: Huh. I was expecting that to be harder than it was... Weird.

At Aiden's house; New London, Britannia:

Mrs. Esterly (to Nathaniel): Nathaniel? Good heavens! You gave me a fright. What are you doing out here, dear?

Nathaniel (to Mrs. Esterly): Huh? Oh! Hey, Mrs. Esterly. I was just grabbing a cigarette. I, uh, I'm tryin' not to smoke in front of the kid. I mean... Huh? Oh! Hey, Mrs. Esterly. I was just grabbing a cigarette. I, uh, I'm tryin' not to smoke in front of the kid. I mean...

Mrs. Esterly (to Nathaniel): Hee hee. Of course. I'll leave you alone, then.

Nathaniel (to Mrs. Esterly): Oh! Uh... What's going on? Why am I getting a hug?

Mrs. Esterly (to Nathaniel): It's all going to be OK, dear.

Nathaniel (to Mrs. Esterly): ...Yeah. I know. Heh. Thanks.