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[IC]Chapter 1.2a - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Wed May 08, 2019 10:28 pm
by Raiko
Hotel Scarborough – Scarborough, Westchester County, NY
2:40pm - Wednesday 14th January, 1925

Simply named Scarborough Hotel, the simple two storey wooden building is sufficient to accommodate the occasional visitors to this small rural community, and less important visitors to the many mansions in the hills outside the village.

A bell rings as Dr. Sánchez leads his companions in through the front door and a bored looking, elderly man behind the reception desk glances up from his newspaper crossword. He doesn't speak, but nods as a greeting and taps some ash from his cigarette into an ashtray as the trio of investigators approach.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Thu May 09, 2019 2:34 am
by Mr. Handy
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"Good day," says Amy, approaching the desk. "Could you please give us directions to Carlyle House?"

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Thu May 09, 2019 7:16 am
by Anatomist
"And please call up a cab to take us there. I would also love to buy my friends here something simple but hot meal, while we wait, that if you have a kitchen to make us some food and drink" Dr. Sánchez nods to the man "Dr. Nemesio Sánchez, at your service... your name Sir?"

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Fri May 10, 2019 9:25 am
by kabukiman
"And I am Dr. Anderson, I'm traveling with my good companions"

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sat May 11, 2019 4:26 am
by Mr. Handy
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"And I'm Amy Lawrence, research assistant," says Amy.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Tue May 14, 2019 1:56 pm
by Raiko
Scarborough Hotel - Scarborough, Westchester County, NY
2:40pm - Wednesday 14th January, 1925

"Samuel McGarry," the old guy sets aside his crossword and offers a handshake, "But just call me Sam."

Sam steps from behind the reception desk and leads the investigators into a dining area.

"Make yourselves at home doctors, I'll see what's cookin' and get a taxi arranged. Miss Carlyle isn't ill I hope? That family has had enough bad fortune, but two doctors comin' t' visit don't bode well."

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Tue May 14, 2019 2:15 pm
by Anatomist
Raiko wrote:Scarborough Hotel - Scarborough, Westchester County, NY
2:40pm - Wednesday 14th January, 1925

"Samuel McGarry," the old guy sets aside his crossword and offers a handshake, "But just call me Sam."

Sam steps from behind the reception desk and leads the investigators into a dining area.

"Make yourselves at home doctors, I'll see what's cookin' and get a taxi arranged. Miss Carlyle isn't ill I hope? That family has had enough bad fortune, but two doctors comin' t' visit don't bode well."
"Do you mean the tragic end of her brother or is there other misfortunes to Miss Erica?, pleae tell the cab that we are in a hurry, we must get there as fast as possible" Dr. Sánchez will be polite grab a something fast to consume and wait for the taxi to arrive.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Tue May 14, 2019 6:01 pm
by Raiko
Sam shrugs, "Well, she lost both her parents in an automobile accident and then her older brother in Africa. So Erica is the last of the Carlyles.

"Dealt with her brother's disappearance all by herself though, and proved to be quite the businesswoman as well by all accounts. Turned the family fortunes around since she returned from Africa "

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Wed May 15, 2019 3:08 am
by Mr. Handy
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"Yes, she's a very formidable woman," says Amy with a smile. "I've been looking forward to meeting her." She keeps her peace about her companions being professors rather than medical doctors. If they wish to correct the record, they can do so themselves.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Wed May 15, 2019 11:01 am
by kabukiman
Anderson hesitates for a moment, but then decides to say the true; there was no reason to lie, and it be hurtful to the investigation latter if discovered.

"I'm sorry, you misunderstand me, I'm an archaeologist, not that kind of doctor."- says Anderson.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Thu May 16, 2019 10:45 pm
by Raiko
"Oh okay, I'm surprised that Miss Carlyle has an interest in archaeology after her brother's mad expedition lead to his death," Sam shakes his head sadly.

"I'll go see about that taxi."

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 11:44 am
by Raiko
The taxi arrives in about ten minutes, and drives the investigators out of the village into the snow covered, wooded hills of the Hudson valley.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sat May 18, 2019 3:11 pm
by Mr. Handy
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Amy admires the beautiful scenery as the taxi drives by it.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sun May 19, 2019 11:50 pm
by Raiko
At the Gates – Carlyle House – Westchester County, NY
3:05pm - Wednesday 14th January, 1925

The scenery on the way to Carlyle House is indeed beautiful as the taxicab follows a winding road south though the woods. Snow covers the upper surface of every tree branch, brightly reflecting the rays of sunlight that penetrate into this silent winter wonderland. Other than the taxi, the only movement is the occasional fall of snow from the treetops, as it loses its grip, partially melted by the sunshine.

The driver doesn't speak much during the journey, instead concentrating on driving along the treacherous snow-covered roads. After ten minutes driving, he turns off the road and follows a private track to the front gate of Carlyle House.

An imposing pair of iron gates block the driveway, hung between two huge, stone gateposts which break the twelve-foot iron railings that surround the grounds of Carlyle House. Beyond the gate, the driveway is lined with conifers which obscure any view of the house itself.

A gatekeeper's lodge has been built just inside the grounds; smoke rises gracefully into the sky from its chimney. Two hard-faced men stand inside the gate, watching the taxi approach. Both wear thick wool overcoats and caps to ward off the cold, and both carry double barrelled shotguns cradled under their arms. As the taxi halts outside the gate, the sound of dogs barking can be heard from somewhere within the grounds.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Mon May 20, 2019 2:30 am
by Mr. Handy
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"Should I do the talking at first?" asks Amy. "I'm good with people, and I look harmless." She knows that she isn't harmless any more, but nobody who doesn't know her would realize that.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Mon May 20, 2019 5:44 am
by Anatomist
Mr. Handy wrote:Image

"Should I do the talking at first?" asks Amy. "I'm good with people, and I look harmless." She knows that she isn't harmless any more, but nobody who doesn't know her would realize that.
Dr. Sánchez nods at Amy

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Mon May 20, 2019 10:02 am
by kabukiman
"Yes, I think it is a good idea"- says Anderson.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Tue May 21, 2019 2:38 am
by Mr. Handy
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Amy walks up to the gate, her hands in plain sight (albeit gloved, as the weather is cold). All she holds in them is the folded telegram from Jackson Elias. "Good afternoon, gentlemen," she says with a smile. "I'm Amy Lawrence. My companions and I are good friends of the author Jackson Elias, who is returning to New York tomorrow after a trip to Africa. He sent me this telegram." She shows it to the guards. "We'd like to speak to Miss Carlyle, and perhaps arrange a meeting between her and Mr. Elias. I think she'd be interested in learning what he has discovered."
OOC,Charm roll (67% skill) to make a good impression on the guards: [dice]0[/dice] I hope using the telegram to support my story gets me a bonus die.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Wed May 22, 2019 12:11 am
by Raiko
OOC,[ooc]Yes, Amy can have a bonus die.[/ooc]

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Wed May 22, 2019 2:35 am
by Mr. Handy
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Amy's winning smile is not enough, even with the aid of the telegram. She can only hope that the others are smoother talkers.
OOC,Thanks! Charm roll (67% skill) bonus die: [dice]0[/dice]

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Wed May 22, 2019 8:11 pm
by Raiko
The guard smiles apologetically at Amy, "Sorry miss, but Miss Carlyle don't like t' talk 'bout her brother.

If you want an appointment, you need to talk to her lawyer."

OOC,[ooc]Any attempt to persuade the guards to change their minds would count as a pushed roll (even if it's not by Amy). A failed pushed roll will make it more difficult to arrange a meeting with Erica Carlyle in future, eg through her lawyer.[/ooc]

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Thu May 23, 2019 2:35 am
by Mr. Handy
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"Thank you," says Amy. "Can you please tell me her lawyer's name and phone number?"

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Thu May 23, 2019 10:05 am
by Anatomist
Dr. Sánchez talks to the guards "This lawyer might be a local one?"

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Tue May 28, 2019 7:24 pm
by Raiko
"The lawyer's name is Bradley Grey, he's a partner at Dunstan, Whittleby, and Grey, but they're downtown in the city, sorry. Not local."

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Wed May 29, 2019 4:13 am
by Mr. Handy
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"Thank you," says Amy. "I'm from New York, so I should have no problem. Do you have an address for his firm? If not, I'm sure I can find it in the telephone directory."

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Thu May 30, 2019 1:26 am
by Raiko
The guard shakes his head, I've no idea miss. Sorry for your wasted journey.

I'm sure the operator can put you in touch with him."

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Thu May 30, 2019 2:55 am
by Mr. Handy
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"That's all right," says Amy. "I should have no trouble locating him."

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Thu May 30, 2019 1:53 pm
by Anatomist
Dr. Sánchez tells the taxi driver to head back to the Hotell.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Mon Jun 03, 2019 4:05 pm
by Raiko
"Okay bud," the taxi slithers and slides as the driver turns it around on the narrow country road and turns back towards Scarborough.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Tue Jun 04, 2019 2:02 am
by Mr. Handy
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"I hope our friends had more luck," says Amy.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Tue Jun 04, 2019 9:15 am
by kabukiman
"Yes, it was a waste of time coming here".

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Wed Jun 05, 2019 2:54 am
by Mr. Handy
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"Not a complete waste," says Amy. "We did find out about Bradley Gray, at least."

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Wed Jun 05, 2019 8:58 am
by kabukiman
"I hope that it helps somehow"

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sat Jun 08, 2019 1:47 am
by Raiko
Old Sam is surprised to see you back so quick when the taxi drops you back at the Scarborough Hotel.

"I guess Miss Erica wasn't takin' no visitors eh?"

His chuckles, "Bit of a recluse she is, which is surprising when you consider how many folks visit that house at night when she holds her parties."

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sat Jun 08, 2019 3:03 am
by Mr. Handy
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"Who's been showing up at her parties?" asks Amy, intrigued.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sat Jun 08, 2019 8:48 am
by Anatomist
Mr. Handy wrote:Image

"Who's been showing up at her parties?" asks Amy, intrigued.
Dr. Sánchez nods approving at Amy.

"Mr. Sam can I use your telephone?"

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Wed Jun 12, 2019 1:07 am
by Raiko
"Sure, the phone's right over there."

Sam points, then turns back to Amy and Anderson,"Well none of her party guests come though the hotel or the station, so I guess they're all rich types, but Miss Carlyle holds parties once, sometimes twice a month. At night. Lots of guests arriving in cars."

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Wed Jun 12, 2019 2:20 am
by Mr. Handy
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"Thank you," says Amy. "Do you know anything about her lawyer, Bradley Gray?"

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Wed Jun 12, 2019 9:02 am
by Raiko
OOC:   Mr. Handy, please make a luck roll for Amy.  

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Wed Jun 12, 2019 8:37 pm
by Mr. Handy
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Amy is in luck.
OOC,Luck roll (45% stat) to see what [b]Sam[/b] knows about [b]Bradley Gray[/b]: [dice]0[/dice]

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Fri Jun 14, 2019 6:55 pm
by Raiko
"Yes," Sam nods and smiles, "Mr. Grey has stayed here quite often when visiting the Carlyle House, if his business takes a few days."

He's a very pleasant guest"

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sat Jun 15, 2019 3:40 am
by Mr. Handy
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"You wouldn't happen to have his telephone number, by any chance?" asks Amy.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sat Jun 15, 2019 12:48 pm
by Raiko
Y'know, I think I do. Hang on a sec'.

Sam flicks through the hotel register, "Yep, here we are."

He reads out the phone number.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sat Jun 15, 2019 4:10 pm
by Mr. Handy
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"Thank you," says Amy, writing down the phone number in her little notebook. "May I please call him using the telephone here? I appreciate it's a long distance call to New York, but we'd be willing to pay to compensate you."

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sat Jun 15, 2019 4:55 pm
by Raiko
"Sure miss, that's fine."

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sat Jun 15, 2019 5:10 pm
by Mr. Handy
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Amy places her call, hoping that Bradley Gray will be available.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sat Jun 15, 2019 5:37 pm
by Raiko
The operator puts Amy through, a female voice answers with a thick New York accent:

**Hello Dunstan, Whittleby and Grey, Mr. Grey's office. **
OOC:   Another luck roll?  

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sun Jun 16, 2019 12:14 am
by Mr. Handy
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"Is Mr. Bradley Grey available, please?" asks Amy.
OOC,Luck roll (45% stat) to see if [b]Bradley Gray[/b] is available: [dice]0[/dice]

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sun Jun 16, 2019 2:27 am
by Raiko
**I'm very sorry, Mr. Grey is in a meeting with a client, he's likely to be in for the rest of the day. Would you like to leave a message? Or perhaps I can help you? **

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Sun Jun 16, 2019 3:06 am
by Mr. Handy
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"Thank you," says Amy. "My name is Amy Lawrence, and I'm a close friend of the author Jackson Elias. Mr. Elias is returning to New York from a trip to Africa where he has done some research, and he has made some discoveries about the Carlyle expedition. Since Mr. Grey represents Miss Erica Carlyle, I thought he might be able to arrange a meeting. He didn't tell my friends and I what he had learned in the telegram he sent, but I'm sure he'll be able to explain everything when he gets into port tomorrow."

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Mon Jun 17, 2019 11:43 am
by Raiko
Scarborough Hotel - Scarborough, Westchester County, NY
3:30pm - Wednesday 14th January, 1925

There is a pause as Bradley Grey's secretary takes in the nature of the information Amy has given. Amy notices a shift in her tone as she replies.

**Yes I'm quite sure that Mr. Grey would like to speak to your friend Mr. Elias as soon as possible, Miss Carlyle is a valued client.**

**Did you say that Mr. Elias will be returning to New York tomorrow? Mr. Grey's dairy looks free on Friday morning, I could pencil you in for 9:30 if you like? Jackson Elias and Miss Lawrence?**

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Mon Jun 17, 2019 9:16 pm
by Mr. Handy
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"Yes, thank you," says Amy. "I'm not sure if he has plans for Friday yet, but we can always reschedule if it's a problem. Would it be okay if we brought a few friends along?"

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Mon Jun 17, 2019 9:30 pm
by Raiko
**That's a bit of an unusual request, but I'm sure another couple of people won't be a problem.**

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Mon Jun 17, 2019 11:28 pm
by Mr. Handy
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"Thank you again," says Amy. "We'll see you on Friday morning."

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Tue Jun 18, 2019 12:21 am
by Raiko
**Okay, that's in Mr. Grey's diary now, see you on Friday morning. Goodbye.**

The secretary hangs up.

Re: [IC]Chapter One - The House of Carlyle

Posted: Fri Jun 21, 2019 11:22 am
by Raiko
OOC:   The adventure continues in this thread:
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