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Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future.

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The Keeper
GM, 1744 posts
Tue 16 Oct 2018
at 19:54
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4 Whitehall Place
New Scotland Yard
Monday Mid-Day
February 2nd, 1925


The elegant group of buildings, banded red brick and white portland stone, came into view as the vehicle delivering Leo and Rosalie pulled up on the Victoria Embankment along the north bank of the River Thames.

Waiting for them in the anteroom was Harry Price, the solicitor that Erica Carlyle had procured to help them navigate the legal system in England as it was needed. Price had done much more than that, in his journey with them into the Naze, and had finally seen that though their story seemed strange at first, that there was more truth in it than he ever might have believed.

Next to Harry stood another man.  Lean of frame and deeply tanned, the man stood just under six feet tall, with dark hair and rugged features that were typical of the so-called “Black Irish”, though a closer look revealed tell-tale hints of another ethnicity. Close to his hairline, a jagged, indented scar marks his forehead. The solicitor promptly introduced the man as Dominic McNeil, an archaeologist that Erica Carlyle had hired to consult indefinitely on the particular project upon which they were engaged at present.

They didn't linger long, and were lead into a conference room. On the way, they passed another room that had been commandeered for evidence, and saw many of the items they had seen in Gavigan's basement, along with a rather large mirror.

In the conference room, Barrington sat talking quietly with a woman and another man. Even seated, the woman appeared tall and lanky, and dark-blond hair was cropped boyishly short. The man looked familiar, being one of the prisoners they had rescued from Gavigan's estate.


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Chief Inspector Barrington
NPC, 31 posts
Tue 16 Oct 2018
at 20:09
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"Thank you for meeting me today. Hopefully you've had a chance to rest after last night's tragic ordeal, though I suppose no amount of rest will quite be enough," he said.

"I'm sure you've seen that we're in the process of sorting through what we've recovered from that place." He slid a folder toward Dr. Elias, with a copy of a key ledger page that they had recovered last night, as well as the letter Gavigan had been writing.

"I hope you'll be happy to know that we're mounting quite a strong case against Gavigan. We have matched his handwriting in that letter against other known samples of his, and it is a match, dead on. He may have fled, but the case gets stronger by the day. We will be sending his criminal record to foreign officials as well where we have influence, and hope that he doesn't find sanctuary elsewhere as well," He gestured to the man and woman at his side.

"I'm afraid to report that your friend, Mr. Cotton, will need to remain at Bethlam for some time. The doctors there believe he's experienced some kind of psychological trauma at the hands of Gavigan during his imprisonment there, but have assured me that there is hope for recovery given a very long time. I've informed them of his association with you, Dr. Elias, so if you wish to visit him at the hospital I believe you'll be given access to do so," he said.

"Miss Fredde ten Boom," he gestured to the woman he had been speaking to earlier, "is not quite but almost next of kin to one of the other men that is at Bethlam now with Cotton. Mr. John Amboy here was released by Bethlam this morning. I've just finished interviewing them, though I'm sure they would like to meet you."

Barrington introduced the other members of the group to them, and Price introduced McNeil, noting that the group's information lead to the discovery and rescue of the prisoners.
Harry Price
player, 107 posts
T 6/6 | APP 14 | SIZ 13
Retired Army Major
Tue 16 Oct 2018
at 21:42
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Price greeted the others as they were introduced. He was surprised to see anyone who had survived the ordeal at the hands of those mad cultists at the table, and seemingly ready to enter the fray.

"Very sorry to hear about Mr. Cotton. Hopefully, he recovers fully in time."

"I did a bit of research myself. Information on Viscount Pevensey, the foundation, and the various properties and assets which left to the foundation after Kenya."


Price produced a folder of his own and pushed it across to Barrington.

"With Gavigan on the run, he might try and utilize either the funds or even use one of the estates or townhouses has a hideout."
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Dr. Leonardo Elias
player, 716 posts
Physician
T 7/7 APP 12 SIZ 11
Tue 16 Oct 2018
at 21:54
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Leo nodded at the commentary concerning the value of rest. "A good night's sleep is always better than the alternative - particularly if that alternative is a dirt nap. Thanks for coming, and we are all sorry for your losses as well."

Leo looked at what was being sorted with a nod, then opened the envelope to briefly inspect the contents before closing it again. "This will be helpful as we continue to look into the associations that Gavigan and those like him have around the world."

The physician's lips pressed together at the news of Tommy. "I'll visit Tommy before we leave, and then hopefully when we return. Perhaps he will be back to normal again in time."

Leo offered his hand to those to whom he was introduced. "It's nice to meet you all - I'm Doctor Leonardo Elias, from New York."
John 'Tiny' Amboy
player, 1 post
T 5/5
Age 27 APP 11 SIZ 16
Wed 17 Oct 2018
at 00:21
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A tall, muscular, disheveled man shakes Doctor Elias hand forcefully and says, "Glad to meet you doc and a yank at that!  You ain't workin with them folks at Bethlam I hope.  They's just doing their jobs I recon, but the damnedest bunch of doc's I've ever seen.   After what happened to me being beat up, seeing the damnedest monsters and then be chained to a pillar, I guess they wanted to make sure my marbles were still in me head.

Sorry to go so, I'm John Amboy, but me friends call me 'Tiny'.

Dominic McNeil
player, 1 post
Archaeologist
T 8/8 | APP: 9 | SIZ: 12
Wed 17 Oct 2018
at 02:44
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McNeil had spent much of the morning reminding himself that his time in London was temporary. Travel to England was a professional necessity on occasion, but one that he enjoyed less and less with passing years. A consultation with faculty at King’s College had brought him into the city, but Erica Carlyle’s request had prompted him to remain. Once he had read the letter from Bradley Grey and conversed with Harry Price, he knew that his interest in what had transpired went deeper than the money that had been offered, or simple curiosity about the fates of Roger Carlyle, Aubrey Penhew, and the rest of their ill fated expedition.

As introductions were made, memories of Jackson Elias, and their friendship, drifted through his mind.

He offered his hand to Jackson’s father. ”Dr. Elias. Dominic McNeil. You may not recall, but we met once before, when you were here in London with Jackson Elias. Jackson and I kept up a correspondence for many years. I considered him a mentor, and a close friend. I am very sorry for your loss, sir.”
Rosalie Elias
player, 461 posts
Historical Consultant
T 7/7 App 11 Siz 11
Wed 17 Oct 2018
at 07:28
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Rosalie regarded their new acquaintances with her usual quiet reserve, studying them each with open interest.  After her uncle introduced himself, she made hers as well.  "Thank you for that, Mr. McNeil.  We started this investigation because of Jackson's horrific death.  I'm pleased that you were acquainted with my cousin in better times.  I'm Rosalie Elias, Leo's niece."

"Mr. Amboy, I'm pleased to see you've recovered from your ordeal so rapidly.  What was done to you and the others was truly horrific.  I shudder to think what might have happened had the Chief Inspector not arrived when he did.  I'm certain that they meant to sacrifice you all in the name of their twisted cult."

Dominic McNeil
player, 2 posts
Archaeologist
T 8/8 | APP: 9 | SIZ: 12
Wed 17 Oct 2018
at 17:52
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"It is a pleasure to meet you, Ms. Elias," McNeil replied, "I've read of your travels with Jackson in his books. He always spoke very highly of you."

He glanced at Amboy, feeling a sharp pang of sympathy for what the man had experienced. Briefly, images from a deep cavern within the Zijin Shan sought to encroach on his thoughts, but with a moment's effort, he was able to push them away. Even as he did, he regretted that it was not much later in the day, his throat feeling suddenly parched.

"I'm truly sorry for all that you had to face, Mr. Amboy. You're certainly to be praised for your courage."
Dr. Leonardo Elias
player, 717 posts
Physician
T 7/7 APP 12 SIZ 11
Wed 17 Oct 2018
at 19:21
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Leo looked at Tiny and paused before nodding slowly. "I don't regularly work directly with anyone at Bethlam, but some of those there are considered leaders in their field. I have corresponded with Doctor Stephenson on occasion. That said, I'm glad you didn't end up needing much of their help. And it's very nice to meet you Tiny."

Leo then turned to look a bit more closely at Dominic. "Ah, yes, Dominic. It's good to see you again. I wouldn't have been able to place you without the context, but I do recall that meeting. Thank you for your condolences, and I hope you've been well."

If only the condolences would have remained limited to Jackson. But now it had spread. The losses of Stanley, Vincent, and Bo stung. He hadn't yet had time to fully process, and really hadn't done a very good job of assessing Rosie's mental state. He would have to rectify that soon.
Harry Price
player, 110 posts
T 6/6 | APP 14 | SIZ 13
Retired Army Major
Wed 17 Oct 2018
at 23:16
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Harry sat by as the others chatted, the events of the night before were still weighing heavily on his mind. They had lost both Mr. Moretti and Mr. Brandon, and the young Mr. Cotton was in the madhouse. While they had broken up Gavigan's little piece of hell on earth, he was in the wind and appeared to have allies across the globe.

Hearing the words of the big Londoner, Price was reminded of the strength and character of the common working Englishmen, real salt of the earth types. During the work of the war in the trenches, time and time again he had drawn strength from his men.

"Hear, hear." Price quietly echoed in affirmation of McNeil's praise of Mr. Amboy.

Price had learned another thing in the last war when the artillery starts falling it was best to charge ahead and get into the enemy's trenches, "After what most of us experienced last night, I guess the question is what next?"
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John 'Tiny' Amboy
player, 2 posts
T 5/5 APP 11 SIZ 16
Ex-British Marine
Thu 18 Oct 2018
at 01:30
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Tiny nods to the woman and responds, "I was at Gallipoli in the Great War and it was hell, but the last few days make it seem like a little walk in the park.  The bastards that took me and some others was so much worse than the Turks. Them Turks was just defending their lands, the bastards just seemed to love frightin and killin.  If I ever get me hands on them bastards, they will be a cursing their mum's for bringin into this world.  I want to live long enough to help them bastards into the next life."

He turns to the other man and says, "No need to be sorry mate, but thanks. As for courage, na, just had to keep on tryin to stay alive as long as possible.  Wish I coulda done more for the other poor souls I was with.  I got caught by my own curiosity when it got the better of me. I was snoopin at a wharf, lookin through some crates. Found some munitions and some other really strange stuff. Then I got billied. So, twas a bit of my own undoin, sadly.  Next time I'll be a lot more careful."
Chief Inspector Barrington
NPC, 32 posts
Thu 18 Oct 2018
at 03:47
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"I think Mr. Price echoes a question that I've been wondering myself. You all came to England with a certain purpose in mind, I think, a curiosity of sorts. Despite protestations to the contrary, perhaps a vendetta. I couldn't blame you were that to have been the case. I'd wager you likely got more than you bargained for, though I can't imagine that things have come to a satisfactory resolution here with Gavigan's flight and many unanswered questions. We seem to have only scratched the surface of something that I'm having a hard time wrapping my mind around. So as young Harry said, what's next?"

He looked mainly to Dr. Elias, but his gaze touched Rosalie, Harry, and Dominic in turn.
Fredde ten Boom
player, 3 posts
T 8/8
Thu 18 Oct 2018
at 17:44
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The tall women in man's boots, trousers, and jacket stubs out a cigarette and half-rises to extend a hand to Harry Price: "Hullo, Price, we've not met, but your firm's been gettin' together the registration an' such for my new 'plane. I got the documents alright, but then my mechanic went missing.

"I understand from Barrington here that you lot probably saved his life. I'm grateful --he's a good boy even if he's part Gyppo. I guess he won't be able to fly with me when I head south. Pity.

"Don't s'pose none of you know any good mechanics, eh?"

John 'Tiny' Amboy
player, 3 posts
T 5/5 APP 11 SIZ 16
Ex-British Marine
Thu 18 Oct 2018
at 19:42
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In reply to Fredde ten Boom (msg # 13):

Tiny eyes the tall woman for a few moments, tilts his head a bit to the left, introduces himself and then responds, "I picked up some repair skills in the Marines.  I could at least look at what needs fixin."
Harry Price
player, 111 posts
T 6/6 | APP 14 | SIZ 13
Retired Army Major
Thu 18 Oct 2018
at 22:15
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Price offered a smile, "Glad we could be of service. Given the circumstances please call me Harry."

"Well given the global nature of Gavigan's associates, an aeroplane could certainly prove useful."

"As for what is next, I was thinking it would be worthwhile to thoroughly search the Penhew Foundation. Perhaps we can turn up further clues as to the nature of this cabal."
Price said redirecting the conversation to the job at hand.
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Fredde ten Boom
player, 4 posts
T 8/8
Fri 19 Oct 2018
at 21:37
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In reply to John 'Tiny' Amboy (msg # 14):

"Oh! HawHaw!" Fredde guffaws, dropping back into her chair and lighting a fresh cigarette from her case, "All is shipshape right now--it's a brand-new machine, you know--but nothing stays that way, so it's best to have a good mechanic along when you're traveling any distance. And I mean to fly back to the Cape, first stop Cairo!"
Dr. Leonardo Elias
player, 720 posts
Physician
T 7/7 APP 12 SIZ 11
Fri 19 Oct 2018
at 22:03
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Leo nodded at Harry's suggestion. "I think searching the Foundation is a good idea. They may have removed anything of worth once they were discovered, but it's worth a shot."

He looked over to Barrington to see if he would approve of such.
Chief Inspector Barrington
NPC, 33 posts
Wed 24 Oct 2018
at 19:07
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"We're in the process of obtaining a warrant to search the Penhew Foundation as we speak, but I'm afraid that I won't be allowed to take civilians in with me," he said, thinking over the idea.

"However, I think that I could retain subject matter experts as consultants to help us identify what might be important. There would be a small amount of remuneration accompanying such a task. I think that an Archaeologist could certainly provide insight into some of our findings there and help distinguish with routine matters, and those that might have to do with the matter at hand. Mr. McNeil, I understand you are currently engaged by another employer, but could Scotland Yard retain your services in this small matter?"
Dominic McNeil
player, 5 posts
Archaeologist
T 8/8 | APP: 9 | SIZ: 12
Thu 25 Oct 2018
at 02:11
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The question caught McNeil by surprise, prompting him to raise his eyebrows. Working for the police. That was certainly novel, especially in light of the reputation he held in certain circles. How had Thompson at the British Museum put it? ”A superstitious occultist and a treasure seeking mercenary.” Had Barrington asked after him at the Museum, or at Oxford, the Inspector might well have thought twice about retaining his services. Granted, there were plenty of others on the Isles that would attest to his expertise, and his value out in the field.

He nodded. ”I don’t anticipate any conflict with my present employer,” McNeil answered, ”I’ll be happy to assist the Service, Inspector. Having the opportunity to examine your findings could certainly prove helpful to the Elias family’s concerns as well.”

Truthfully, in light of everything he had learned from Carlyle’s file, and the events that Price had related to him, he was eager to have a look at Gavigan’s collection, especially those relics and written works that could shed light on the man’s beliefs and associations.

”Inspector...if I could make a small request. I might benefit from some assistance in my examinations. Would it be out of the question for one or two members of the Elias family, or their associates, to accompany me?”
Chief Inspector Barrington
NPC, 33 posts
Thu 25 Oct 2018
at 04:29
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"Mr. McNeil, if one of them has expertise in History, Archaeology, or Anthropology, I could easily make the case for their inclusion," he said, looking over to the Elias party to see if any of them seemed to fit his criteria.

OOC:

While I as Keeper am aware, I'm not sure that at any point Rosalie's professional credentials have been made known to DCI Barrington

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Harry Price
player, 112 posts
T 6/6 | APP 14 | SIZ 13
Retired Army Major
Thu 25 Oct 2018
at 06:04
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"Well, that rules me out." Price said.

"Though I would be keen to see any legal documents you might find. I am wondering if there are no legal means to strip control of the Viscount's estate and the Penhew Foundation and place them in the conservatorship."
Rosalie Elias
player, 462 posts
Historical Consultant
T 7/7 App 11 Siz 11
Thu 25 Oct 2018
at 07:12
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"I've a bit of knowledge in Anthropology and Archeology, as well as a few languages.  I'd be happy to accompany you, Mr. McNeil, especially as I wish to view these acquisitions, myself.  I'd especially like to have a look at that mirror, Chief Inspector.  Mr. McNeil?"  She gestured to the hallway and the rooms beyond that contained the gathered artifacts from Gavigan's property.
John 'Tiny' Amboy
player, 4 posts
T 5/5 APP 11 SIZ 16
Ex-British Marine
Thu 25 Oct 2018
at 11:17
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In reply to Chief Inspector Barrington (msg # 20):

Tiny frowns, then shrugs, when he hears the inspector's list of skills. "Sounds like I don't fit that bill. I best be back to the docks, already lost me place to stay.  If you're ever seeing them bastards again, look me up. I've got a long list of things to settle with 'em.  I thank you all for helpin savin me bacon at that hellhole." Tiny moves towards the door.
Dr. Leonardo Elias
player, 721 posts
Physician
T 7/7 APP 12 SIZ 11
Thu 25 Oct 2018
at 13:51
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Leo nodded at Rosalie's desire to join the group going back to the Foundation. It would be good for her to be along.

As Tiny went to leave, Leo frowned and furrowed his brow. The man seemed to be what the pilot needed, but he seemed to prefer a retreat to the docks.

Leo turned toward Fredde. "Miss ten Boom, what sort of aircraft do you pilot?"
Fredde ten Boom
player, 5 posts
T 8/8
Thu 25 Oct 2018
at 16:15
  • msg #25

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In reply to John 'Tiny' Amboy (msg # 23):

"Amboy, hold on. How'd you like to go out to the Croydon Aerodrome and have a look at my new kite? I'll pay you for the day. How about it?"

She rises from her seat and nods at the others: "Nice meeting you folks. Harry, I'll be stopping at the Astor Court for another couple of nights, if you need me. Good hunting."
The Keeper
GM, 1753 posts
Thu 25 Oct 2018
at 18:31
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"Very well. I'll fill out the necessary paperwork and provide you with some temporary credentials shortly. After that, I will certainly allow you to examine the evidence we've collected on a consulting basis as well as accompany us to the Penhew Foundation, should the warrant be granted - which I think likely given what we have discovered so far."


OOC:

Harry, you can make a Law roll to know some of the things you're wondering.

John 'Tiny' Amboy
player, 5 posts
T 5/5 APP 11 SIZ 16
Ex-British Marine
Fri 26 Oct 2018
at 00:49
  • msg #27

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In reply to Fredde ten Boom (msg # 25):
Tiny turns around quickly and faces the lady flier.  He nods in agreement, his face lights up and he says, "Just call me Tiny, if you please. I'd love to see your plane ma'am.  I have not seen one close up since the war and I'll wager your is a hum dinger.  Wonderful, just wonderful!"
Harry Price
player, 113 posts
T 6/6 | APP 14 | SIZ 13
Retired Army Major
Fri 26 Oct 2018
at 01:41
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Price stood up from his seat,"Mr. Amboy before you run off to look at her aircraft, I wonder if I might have a word."

"I know you had a rough go of it at the hands of these savages but I fear that is just the tip of the iceberg."

"It seems our Mr. Gavigan is part of a global cabal. If he slips away from Scotland Yard he will no doubt leave England and carry on his foul work somewhere else most likely in the Empire."

"No one will believe the monstrous things we've seen so it falls to us to wage war on Gavigan and his collaborators. I've already committed myself to this war. But to be honest I do not relish the idea of going off to war without a batsman."

"You already have proven yourself more than capable. So rather than going back to whatever job you may have had before, I would like to offer you a position. I sure you'll be more lucrative than what you been doing before and it'll also give you a chance the strike back at Gavigan."

"And to put Miss ten Boom's mind at rest you will be free to turn what wrenches she requires as part of your duties."

"What do you say 'Tiny'?"
Price asked with a warm smile and an affable pat on the big man's shoulder.


Tiny this is a job as a traveling companion, not a servant.
18:42, Today: Harry Price rolled 30 using 1d100 with rolls of 30.  Law 75.

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Fredde ten Boom
player, 6 posts
T 8/8
Fri 26 Oct 2018
at 03:31
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Fredde turns to Leo with a grin: "I pilot them all Dr. Elias, long as they have wings and an engine. The one I've got here is a Dutch trimotor, a Fokker F.VII, not much for aerobatics --haw-haw-- but it seats eight plus two crew and can carry about 2,000 kilos of cargo. We'll use it in the gold fields in South Africa."

To Amboy she replies, chuckling, "Alright, Tiny then. Let's get some grub and go look at my beauty."

"Glad you're not trying to Shanghai my mechanic!" she says to Harry.
John 'Tiny' Amboy
player, 6 posts
T 5/5 APP 11 SIZ 16
Ex-British Marine
Sat 27 Oct 2018
at 14:05
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In reply to Harry Price (msg # 28):

Tiny goes into a military 'attention' posture. "Sir, that is the best offer I've had in a coupla years.  A steady job, a chance to get some revenge and to help to folks which helped to save me.  I'm grateful sir. it'll be an honor to be your batsman.  Just, can I help out the lady flier when needed?  Wonderful, just wonderful!"
Dr. Leonardo Elias
player, 722 posts
Physician
T 7/7 APP 12 SIZ 11
Sat 27 Oct 2018
at 19:26
  • msg #31

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Leo nodded at the conversation between Harry and Tiny, then addressed Fredde. "We may have a need to head down to Africa ourselves. Are you willing to take on some passengers?"
Harry Price
player, 114 posts
T 6/6 | APP 14 | SIZ 13
Retired Army Major
Sat 27 Oct 2018
at 22:01
  • msg #32

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"Capital." Price replied.

After a moment's thought, Price handed Amboy a card, "After you are finished looking over the plane, go and see my tailor, I will call ahead and he will see you fitted with some new suits as well as an appropriate coat. He will refer you to an appropriate cobbler and haberdashery as well."

"We will have you looking very dapper indeed Mr. Amboy."
Price said with a smile.

Hearing Elias, Price interrupted "Africa Dr. Elias? I too was thinking the place to seek out Gavigan might be Egypt."
Fredde ten Boom
player, 8 posts
T 8/8
Sun 28 Oct 2018
at 04:54
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"I'd be very glad of some passengers," Fredde replies, "I'll only charge you for the fuel, alright?

"With Tiny and me up front, I can take eight additional and reasonable baggage."

Dominic McNeil
player, 6 posts
Archaeologist
T 8/8 | APP: 9 | SIZ: 12
Sun 28 Oct 2018
at 23:42
  • msg #34

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Rosalie Elias:
"I've a bit of knowledge in Anthropology and Archeology, as well as a few languages.  I'd be happy to accompany you, Mr. McNeil, especially as I wish to view these acquisitions, myself.  I'd especially like to have a look at that mirror, Chief Inspector.  Mr. McNeil?"  She gestured to the hallway and the rooms beyond that contained the gathered artifacts from Gavigan's property.

”I would be very appreciative of your assistance, Ms. Elias,” McNeil said. His formality had settled over him like a protective cloak as soon as he had set foot in London again. The benefit of his teenage years. The city always seemed to bring it out of him, along with an itch to return home, or to the field, as quickly as possible. His sentiment to Rosalie Elias was sincere, however. Jackson had made it clear, both within his books and their correspondence, just how capable his cousin was. Her experience curating artifacts would doubtlessly prove valuable.

The talk of Egypt immediately stirred his interest, but he focused on the policeman. ”Inspector, if you’re ready for us to proceed?”
Chief Inspector Barrington
NPC, 34 posts
Tue 30 Oct 2018
at 04:14
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Just then, Barrington was signing some papers that had been brought to him by Constable Hawkins.

"Some credentials are being issued for you, but if you would like to examine the array of items we've found, Constable Hawkins will escort you to the room where the items we seized from the Misr House are being held pending further investigation."
Constable Hawkins
NPC, 5 posts
Steadfast Constable
Tue 30 Oct 2018
at 04:17
  • msg #36

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"Good day, Miss Elias, Mr. McNeil," said the Constable in greeting. He held the door for them as he would lead them towards the room where the items were being held.

OOC:

Rosalie and Dominic, please continue briefly in Chapter 2.8: Interlude I (Rosalie, Dominic) [02/02/1925]

Dr. Leonardo Elias
player, 723 posts
Physician
T 7/7 APP 12 SIZ 11
Fri 2 Nov 2018
at 16:59
  • msg #37

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Fredde ten Boom:
"I'd be very glad of some passengers," Fredde replies, "I'll only charge you for the fuel, alright?

"With Tiny and me up front, I can take eight additional and reasonable baggage."


"That's a kind offer, and we'll take you up on it. Would you be willing to show us the aircraft while the others are gone? We will have some luggage to bring along as well." Leo hadn't traveled all that much by air. But it was becoming more commonplace, and Leo had never been one to stand in the way of progress.
Harry Price
player, 115 posts
T 6/6 | APP 14 | SIZ 13
Retired Army Major
Sat 3 Nov 2018
at 04:02
  • msg #38

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

OOC Did Price come up with any theories on how to take control away from the Penhew Foundation and Gavigan?

Price, seeing everyone was sorting themselves out stood up, "Well I am off to the office to have a look at the legal library and see if we might not be able to strip away some resources from Gavigan."

"Inspector, thank you." Price said knowing the words were insufficient.
Fredde ten Boom
player, 9 posts
T 8/8
Sat 3 Nov 2018
at 15:34
  • msg #39

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

In reply to Dr. Leonardo Elias (msg # 37):

"Always glad to show off my babies. Have you a car? I've been getting around London by motorbike. We can meet out at Croydon Aerodrome, hangar 9."
Dr. Leonardo Elias
player, 725 posts
Physician
T 7/7 APP 12 SIZ 11
Mon 5 Nov 2018
at 20:22
  • msg #40

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

Leo nodded. "Sounds good, Miss ten Boom. I look forward to seeing it!"

He looked over at Tiny. "I assume you'll go with Mister Price? If not, you'd be welcome to come with me to the Aerodrome."

Fredde ten Boom
player, 10 posts
T 8/8
Mon 5 Nov 2018
at 21:02
  • msg #41

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

"You can ride with me, Tiny, if you don't mind pillion," Fredde grins.
The Keeper
GM, 1762 posts
Wed 7 Nov 2018
at 03:27
  • msg #42

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

OOC:

Sorry about that.

Price understands that the police likely have seized anything they can get from the Misr House, an active crime scene. They are likely securing warrants for a search of other of Gavigan's properties. As the suspect behind a criminal conspiracy to commit multiple murders, the government could pursue a case against him towards the end of stripping him of his other properties and freezing his assets.

The Penhew Foundation, however, is a distinct legal entity, and Price will easily discover that it funds several ongoing foreign expeditions as well as serving as a leading clearinghouse of artifacts and source of experts in this area. Gavigan's wrongdoing may allow the Police to obtain a very limited warrant to search the premises and remove anything that connects with a larger investigation into the Egyptian murders, but the well-heeled Foundation will likely be represented by counsel and they can't simply just strip the entire organization of all of its assets. Gavigan was a very highly placed employee there as the Director, but still just an employee.

Walter 'Bo' Brandon
NPC, 654 posts
Age 35 APP 09 SIZ 13
Wed 7 Nov 2018
at 04:03
  • msg #43

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

In reply to The Keeper (msg # 42):

Any chance Barrington can get that ship stopped that we thought might have the mirror aboard?
The Keeper
GM, 1763 posts
Wed 7 Nov 2018
at 13:46
  • msg #44

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

OOC:

The ship they seized from the docks and that they used to get to the Misr House? They already have that one. You can examine the ship itself if desired, but all its contents have been cleared - and had been cleared before you all made the trip out to the Misr House to begin with.

Also in case you missed it, Dominic and Rosalie are in the other room looking at said mirror just now, retrieved from the Misr House.

This message was last edited by the GM at 20:16, Wed 07 Nov 2018.
Walter 'Bo' Brandon
NPC, 655 posts
Age 35 APP 09 SIZ 13
Wed 7 Nov 2018
at 21:44
  • msg #45

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

I figured that was it, but wanted to be sure.

Walter can go quietly to his rest now.
John 'Tiny' Amboy
player, 8 posts
T 5/5 APP 11 SIZ 16
Ex-British Marine
Tue 13 Nov 2018
at 01:29
  • msg #46

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

Tiny picks up his few belongings, gets fitted for a new suit, then heads to the airfield to look at the plane.
Fredde ten Boom
player, 11 posts
T 8/8
Tue 13 Nov 2018
at 16:47
  • msg #47

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

In reply to John 'Tiny' Amboy (msg # 46):

Thereby snubbing his possible new employer's offer of a ride? msg #39
John 'Tiny' Amboy
player, 9 posts
T 5/5 APP 11 SIZ 16
Ex-British Marine
Thu 15 Nov 2018
at 01:19
  • msg #48

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

In reply to Fredde ten Boom (msg # 47):

OOC: In this case yes. He had some personal business to attend to. He would use the underground and buses as he needed.  There were several items of his in pawn shops and he had some debts to pay off before leaving London. No use in airing his 'laundry' before a prospective employer.
Chief Inspector Barrington
NPC, 35 posts
Thu 15 Nov 2018
at 20:52
  • msg #49

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

Harry Price:
Price, seeing everyone was sorting themselves out stood up, "Well I am off to the office to have a look at the legal library and see if we might not be able to strip away some resources from Gavigan."

"Inspector, thank you." Price said knowing the words were insufficient.


"It was the least I could do. Hopefully we did right by at least a few lives, including your Mr. Cotton, though regrettably too many lives were lost while Gavigan used his position in a prestigious foundation to get up to God knows what." He shook his head.

"This was an unusual situation, Price. There are still a lot of questions that need to be answered about what exactly is afoot. The strange creatures, the rituals, Gavigan's escape, everything we've collected so far. We have sufficient evidence to charge Gavigan with any number of crimes.We found weapons that our experts have identified as the ones that were used in the Egyptian murders, so we can put that to bed as well. He'll never walk free in England again, and I'm reaching out to the places we have influence as well as my contacts in the International Criminal Police Commission to inform them of his criminal status, so travel will become a great deal more difficult for him."
Fredde ten Boom
player, 12 posts
T 8/8
Fri 16 Nov 2018
at 01:04
  • msg #50

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

In reply to John 'Tiny' Amboy (msg # 48):

Fredde would be glad to drive you around town to collect your belongings, even if Leo's left cooling his heels at Heathrow aerodrome for a while.

She'll even stand you a pint and a pasty en route.

This message was last edited by the player at 01:05, Fri 16 Nov 2018.
John 'Tiny' Amboy
player, 10 posts
T 5/5 APP 11 SIZ 16
Ex-British Marine
Sat 17 Nov 2018
at 20:19
  • msg #51

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

In reply to Fredde ten Boom (msg # 50):

OOC: As long as the ride does not involve a motorcycle, Tiny will happily go with Fredde.  He may end up in a few disreputable places though...
Fredde ten Boom
player, 13 posts
T 8/8
Sat 17 Nov 2018
at 23:36
  • msg #52

Re: Chapter 2.8: Echoes of the Past, Shadows of the Future

In reply to John 'Tiny' Amboy (msg # 51):

Oh, it most certainly involves a ride on her motorbike, safe as houses.
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