Dunstan, Whittleby, and Grey - West 57th Street, New York 9:30am - Friday 16th January 1925 Characters Present: Amy, Nemesio and Luther
The offices of Dunstan, Whittleby, and Grey are located on the forth and fifth floors of an office building on West 57th Street, near to Broadway. Bradley Grey's office is on the Fifth Floor. His secretary asks the investigators to take a seat, Mr. Grey is expecting them.
A minute later, Bradley Grey opens the door to his office and invites the trio inside. A slender, slightly foppish white man with dark, wavy hair that is greying at the temples Bradley Grey greets the investigators with a brilliantly white smile, his otherwise fine features are marred slightly by worry lines around his eyes and mouth.
"Miss Lawrence I presume? I'm Bradley Grey, I wasn't sure if you would still be coming, I've seen the terrible news about Jackson Elias."
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Fri Nov 06, 2020 11:07 pm
by Mr. Handy
"Thank you, I'm Amy Lawrence," says Amy, holding out her hand. She has worn a thick black dress today, both to signify that she's in mourning and to protect her against the cold. "These gentlemen are Professor Nemesio Sanchez and Mr. Luther Boyd. It's important that we still came today, moreso now than ever. We need to finish the work that Jackson Elias started."
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Sat Nov 07, 2020 4:35 pm
by Mephistophilis
Luther reaches out and shakes Grey's hand firmly, squeezing just a little too hard. He gives him a broad smile with plenty of teeth. He is well aware that his appearance puts people on edge and he likes to exploit it. 'Luther Boyd' he adds in a deep voice.
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Sat Nov 07, 2020 11:33 pm
by Anatomist
'Buenos dias señor' Dr. Sánchez extends his hand saluting and taking a seat 'We are all shocked and disturbed by Elias's sudden departure, Jackson had an intrest in the fatal Carlyle expedition, and thus so are we, please help us closing some lose ends for him and mis Amy here'
Persuade 50%,[dice]0[/dice]
OOC: using 1 luck to make it success
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Tue Nov 10, 2020 1:02 am
by Raiko
The lawyer looks startled when he shakes Luther's hand, he didn't expect the little man to have such a firm grip.
Anatomist wrote: 'We are all shocked and disturbed by Elias's sudden departure, Jackson had an intrest in the fatal Carlyle expedition, and thus so are we, please help us closing some lose ends for him and mis Amy here'
Grey nods agreeably and takes a seat behind his desk, "Well, of course, the Carlyle family - Miss Carlyle - consider the matter of her brother's disappearance and murder to be closed."
He indicates Amy, "However, as Miss Lawrence indicated to my secretary that Jackson Elias was researching the Carlyle Expedition for his book, we are keen to hear what he might have learned.
"Miss Carlyle might be able to provide further information,"Grey smiles his brilliant white smile, "So long as the Carlyle name is not harmed."
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Tue Nov 10, 2020 2:37 am
by Mr. Handy
"We understand," says Amy. "We would like to talk to her and fill her in on Jackson's discoveries. I really admire Erica Carlyle, and I feel like I'm a kindred spirit to her, especially now that I too know what it's like to lose someone about whom I care deeply."
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Tue Nov 10, 2020 7:45 am
by Anatomist
OOC: Nemesio Sánchez will let Amy lead with the Lawyer
Dr. Sánchez takes a seat and leans back.
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Wed Nov 11, 2020 2:47 am
by Raiko
"Miss Carlyle is a very busy lady, as you probably realise," replies Grey, "I'd need to establish first that the information would be of interest to her."
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Wed Nov 11, 2020 4:37 am
by Mr. Handy
"Of course," says Amy. "We don't know everything Jackson did, but we do have his notes, and we'll have to rediscover whatever's not in them for ourselves, but I can say with certainty that she'll be interested. I know she conducted her own investigation, but she didn't find everything. To begin with, while in Kenya, Jackson met a mercenary named 'Nails' Nelson in the Victoria Bar. They discussed the Carlyle Expedition. Mr. Nelson not only knew a lot about it, but he claimed to have seen Jack Brady alive in Hong Kong in March of 1923." She shows Bradley Grey the relevant page from Jackson's notes.
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2020 2:00 pm
by Raiko
Grey spends a minute looking reading though the page and then says, "That is certainly an interesting development, although this 'Nails' Nelson doesn't sound like the most reliable witness. Do you know whether Jackson Elias followed up the Hong Kong lead?"
He passes the page back to Amy, "And are you really planning to continue Elias' investigation?"
OOC: If anyone wants to roll psychology you'll need to make a HARD roll, as lawyers are all tricky.
HARD Psychology Success,Bradley Grey seems to be genuinely sympathetic to Amy, not sinister.
He does however have a tell - whenever Roger Carlyle or the expedition is mentioned, his lawyer's ultrabright white smile slips and sometimes he fidgets with his hands You get the impression that he didn't like Roger much.
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2020 2:13 pm
by Mephistophilis
Luther Psychology 10% (hard 5%),[dice]0[/dice]
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2020 2:30 pm
by Anatomist
failed Psychology (32%,[dice]0[/dice]
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2020 5:35 am
by Mr. Handy
"Jackson Elias did travel to Hong Kong immediately afterwards to follow up on this lead," says Amy. "There is more evidence that he discovered in his investigations, and we do intend to continue them, wherever they may lead."
OOC,Psychology roll (61% / 2 = 30.5% skill) about [b]Bradley Grey[/b]:
[dice]0[/dice]
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Mon Nov 16, 2020 3:23 am
by Raiko
"Wherever they may lead," repeats Bradley Grey, he considers his thoughts for a moment.
"I think that Miss Carlyle would like to meet with you, to hear first hand what you know, and of your plans.
"I believe that you have already made your way to Carlyle House once, only to be turned away? How soon would you be able to return?"
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Mon Nov 16, 2020 4:01 am
by Mr. Handy
"Thank you," says Amy. "I can visit today, if that's all right with her and my colleagues."
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Wed Nov 18, 2020 12:48 am
by Raiko
Grey looks a little surprised that Amy is so keen as to make the journey upstate today, but he nods and says, "I'll call Miss Carlyle, she'll be expecting you."
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Wed Nov 18, 2020 2:21 am
by Anatomist
Raiko wrote:Grey looks a little surprised that Amy is so keen as to make the journey upstate today, but he nods and says, "I'll call Miss Carlyle, she'll be expecting you."
Dr. Sánchez Stands up nods to Grey, walks to the door and holds the door open for Amy 'Miss. Let's travel'
He ask Luther as they walk out. 'do you drive? I rather travel in our own vehicle'
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Wed Nov 18, 2020 2:55 am
by Mr. Handy
"Thank you again," says Amy, rising and heading out the door.
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Wed Nov 18, 2020 7:25 am
by Mephistophilis
Luther chuckles, 'Oh yeah, I drive, don't you worry about that.'
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Fri Nov 20, 2020 1:27 am
by Raiko
ooc,[ooc]Are you three heading to Carlyle House immediately?[/ooc]
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Fri Nov 20, 2020 4:12 am
by Mr. Handy
OOC,Yes, but let's call the others to let them know we're heading out there.
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Fri Nov 20, 2020 8:06 am
by Anatomist
Raiko wrote:
ooc,[ooc]Are you three heading to Carlyle House immediately?[/ooc]
ooc,[ooc]i was assuming that, Maybe Mr.Handy has another idea?[/ooc]
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Sat Nov 21, 2020 2:52 pm
by Mephistophilis
Luther fetches his car, a black Studebaker Big Six, 'Plenty of room for everyone'.
OOC,Anyone looking closely at the driver side footwell will see that he has fixed wooden blocks to the pedals so he can reach them more easily.
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Sat Nov 21, 2020 8:41 pm
by Mr. Handy
Amy slides into the back seat.
OOC,The only thing I thought of was to telephone the others. If they're still out, maybe we could leave a message if they have someone else present to answer the phone.
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Sun Nov 22, 2020 10:04 am
by Anatomist
Mr. Handy wrote:
Amy slides into the back seat.
OOC,The only thing I thought of was to telephone the others. If they're still out, maybe we could leave a message if they have someone else present to answer the phone.
ooc,[ooc]good idea[/ooc]
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Tue Nov 24, 2020 2:07 pm
by Raiko
Amy phones the museum at the first opportunity, but it's not long since they left so she's not surprised that the others haven't returned yet. She leaves a message that they are revisiting Carlyle House and then returns to the car.
Luther drives north, skilfully making his way upstate through roads often treacherous with ice and drifts of snow.
OOC: There might be a short delay while the other group finish their own first task. I'll post again here and start a new thread for this group then.
Feel free to chat while Luther drives.
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Tue Nov 24, 2020 2:53 pm
by Anatomist
'Hey Luther, no offence, but we are visiting some extremely gold spoon up their ass kind of people' Dr. Sánchez cleanses his throat after almost saying something even ruder 'soo try not to talk out of order ok?, we are extremely reliant on getting some good information out of this Erica Carlyle lady. Her brother disappearance is central in our investigation on who killed Jackson and what are their motivations' he shrugs thinking on an old event taking subconsciously to his arm. 'Im also shutting up ath the manor while Amy here can do the talking, i think she has enough lever as Jackson is...' he hesitates 'Excuse me Amy, was her boyfriend.
I guess we finally have some time to explain you whats going on, you have many questions?'
Dr. Sánchez turns to the backseat where Amy is sitting, he looks at her to see if he made her upset by mentioning Jackson.
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Tue Nov 24, 2020 10:36 pm
by Mephistophilis
'Hey yourself, Doc' laughs Luther, glancing over at Dr Sánchez and giving him a big grin. 'Long as you're paying me I can keep my mouth shut. But you're right, I've got a few questions.' He goes quiet for a minute, thinking, 'So your buddy, Jackson, he got killed right?' He glances over his shoulder, 'Sorry to be so blunt mam.'
He turns back to the road, 'So he got killed, that I understand. But what was he doing that got him killed? Investigating some expedition, where some people might, or might not have died. Who would kill for that and why? And how did you guys get involved, and my old buddy Marcus'. He pauses again, 'Now you're paying me so you ain't got to tell me nothing, but it'd be handy to know, why did you need to hire a guy like me? I'm guessing it wasn't just for my impeccable driving.'
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Wed Nov 25, 2020 3:54 am
by Mr. Handy
Amy dabs at her eyes, though she'd have been crying anyway even if they hadn't brought up Jackson. "They also got Atauchi, who was outside standing watch," says Amy. "I don't know if he's still alive or not, but there's still some of them out there. It's the same bunch that's behind the other Voodoo Murders. I don't know if you've heard about them in the news, but we've been researching them. Whatever Jackson found out about, it was huge. The last thing he told me was that the expedition members are all alive, and that we have to stop them. Apparently they're up to something incredibly bad."
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Wed Nov 25, 2020 12:37 pm
by Raiko
Luther,I can't remember exactly what they have and haven't explained to Luther, but prior to meeting this bunch of crazies Luther will certainly have heard about the Voodoo Murders. He knows that the "Voodoo Murderer" [b]Hilton Adams[/b] is a crazed Great War veteran who was caught red handed with his last victim, whom he butchered with his trench knife. Adams is on Death Row at Sing Sing.
Precise details of the symbol carved into the victims heads - which connects Jackson's killing to the other Voodoo Murders - is not something that was described in press reports, although "experts" like Dr Lemming were consulted by the cops about the nature of the symbol. The press did learn that the mutilation involved a carved symbol, and they also published the cops' nickname for the murders (ie the Voodoo Murders).
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Wed Nov 25, 2020 1:20 pm
by Mephistophilis
'Didn't they catch that Adams guy red-handed? Are you saying there's more of them, people involved in the Voodoo Murders? And what's the connection with Jackson?' says Luther.
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Wed Nov 25, 2020 8:51 pm
by Anatomist
Mephistophilis wrote:'Didn't they catch that Adams guy red-handed? Are you saying there's more of them, people involved in the Voodoo Murders? And what's the connection with Jackson?' says Luther.
'For starters they killed him, and what you call Voodoo murders are really named The Bloody Tongue, and that organization has roots all over the world.'
'Your buddy was with us in Peru, did a great jobb. Ill tell you amigo, be prepared for anything, be alert at all times.'
Dr. Sánchez rolls up his shirt arm showing his burn. 'A Creature that tried to bite, i was lucky and only got this burn, some sort of acid.'
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Wed Nov 25, 2020 11:54 pm
by Mephistophilis
Luther glances at the burn, 'Nasty, nasty. So, 'The Bloody Tongue' murdered Jackson because he found out about their role in the Voodoo Murders and you think they might come after you too? So why are these guys going about murdering people, they some kind of mobsters?'
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Thu Nov 26, 2020 2:17 am
by Mr. Handy
"Also, we believe Adams is innocent," says Amy. "He was investigating the murders, and the killers set him up by stealing his knife and leaving it at the scene. There are also crooked police involved, though I think we can trust Lt. Poole, who responded to the scene yesterday."
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Sat Nov 28, 2020 1:46 am
by Raiko
ooc,[ooc]I'll try to wrap up the Emerson Import thread over the weekend, so should be able to move on to Carlyle House on Monday hopefully.[/ooc]
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Sat Nov 28, 2020 11:44 am
by Anatomist
Mephistophilis wrote:Luther glances at the burn, 'Nasty, nasty. So, 'The Bloody Tongue' murdered Jackson because he found out about their role in the Voodoo Murders and you think they might come after you too? So why are these guys going about murdering people, they some kind of mobsters?'
'Well, you are here to be alert on the Bloody Tounge, their motive isn't fully understood at the moment, we need to dig deeper'
Re: [IC]Chapter 1.8b - Legal Matters.
Posted: Sun Dec 20, 2020 2:05 am
by Raiko
ooc,I'll have a new thread posted for you tomorrow.
