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Posted: **Tue Feb 19, 2019 5:35 pm**

“With the first glimpse of the building, a sense of
insufferable gloom pervaded my spirit.”
—Edgar Allen Poe, The Fall of the House of Usher

A winding drive up a rural hillside through a set of tall iron
gates leads to the sprawling hospital at Danvers. Featuring
a central building with a front tower, flanked by angular
adjoining wards, the asylum’s layout suggests a bat with
outstretched wings. Numerous outbuildings surround the
main complex, as do copses of broadleaf and evergreen trees.
Grassy fields and woodland ring the hill. Normally a beautiful
vista, there is a leaden, dulled quality to the scene.
A large oval reservoir is set into the western slope of
Hathorne Hill, surrounded on three sides by trees; its eastern
shore faces the asylum. The surface of the reservoir has an odd,
almost metallic blue-grey sheen. A semi-circular amphitheater
occupies the eastern slope of the hill, its backdrop the shore
of the reservoir. The amphitheater appears to be a fairly new
construction.

Posted: **Tue Feb 19, 2019 5:39 pm**

As you reach the entrance you get a sense of impending doom, experiencing a visceral sensation of palpable dread. Each vacant, staring window appears to be a cold, soulless eye boring into your most private thoughts.
A leaden gloom pervades the atmosphere of the place, seeming to leech away happiness and hope.

ooc: POW rolls

Posted: **Tue Feb 19, 2019 6:53 pm**

Posted: **Tue Feb 19, 2019 9:44 pm**

Carl steels himself as he makes his way closer to the hospital.

Posted: **Wed Feb 20, 2019 3:23 am**

Joseph takes snaps of the spooky asylum as they approach.

Posted: **Thu Feb 21, 2019 12:43 am**

Is that everyone?

Posted: **Thu Feb 21, 2019 12:49 am**

Posted: **Thu Feb 21, 2019 10:31 am**

Coach shivers but shrugs off the feeling of doom and despondency, dismissing it as his imagination playing tricks on him. However, as he approaches the building alongside Joseph, he is glad of the reassuring presence of Betsie in the sports bag slung over his shoulder.

Posted: **Thu Feb 21, 2019 11:13 am**

Posted: **Fri Feb 22, 2019 9:34 pm**

Jimmy wasn't sure what all the huff was about this Kirby joint. He had agreed to check it out under less than honest pretense, and as far as he was concerned it had been the right move. The others wanted to free their friend Larry, but the Chin decided to use this chance to expand his business empire. More than ever, the gangster was confident that a fantastic business opportunity lay before him.

OOC: So that's a fail there, Keeper. What bad stuff happens to Jimmy?

OOC: Amended nearly the entire post to reflect the opposite than anticipated result from the roll failure.

Posted: **Sun Feb 24, 2019 4:56 pm**

HoneyDog wrote:Joseph takes snaps of the spooky asylum as they approach.

Power,Power x5 45: [url=http://orokos.com/roll/704862]Power[/url]: [u]1d100[/u] [b]11[/b]

Typical photographer! Lol. Get it on film. If it's not on film, it doesn't exist. Hehehe.

Posted: **Sun Feb 24, 2019 8:44 pm**

Sweating in the heat, Coach takes in his surroundings while Joseph takes photos. The grounds look pleasant enough, but as his gaze sweeps the asylum building, his skin begins to prickle.

Initially nonplussed by the place, it now seems to amplify the heat and humidity with every step he takes towards it. The reassuring weight of Betsie seems to increase, pulling on his shoulder, causing him to stumble slightly on the path.

"Something ain't right here..." he mutters, wiping the perspiration off his forehead. "Nope, I don't like it..."

Posted: **Tue Feb 26, 2019 5:21 am**

Carl notices his right hand twitching and of its own accord moving toward his holstered revolver, as if he instinctively expects some danger here for which he'll need it.

Posted: **Wed Feb 27, 2019 2:40 am**

Within the cheerless interior of the central administration building, you notice a strong antiseptic odor and freshly mopped floors. Grillwork covers all windows.

Listless, gown-clad patients slump in wooden chairs or shuffle about aimlessly.

A severe-looking male desk nurse brusquely shows visitors to the office of asylum superintendent Dr. James Berger.

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Posted: **Wed Feb 27, 2019 4:08 am**

Carl takes a look around, but he doesn't notice anything out of the ordinary.

Posted: **Wed Feb 27, 2019 9:46 am**

Coach is pretty creeped out by the time they are shown into the office, but keeps his wits about him and his eyes sharp.

Posted: **Wed Feb 27, 2019 12:08 pm**

jp1885 wrote:

Coach is pretty creeped out by the time they are shown into the office, but keeps his wits about him and his eyes sharp.

Spot Hidden 60% extreme success,[dice]218615:0[/dice]

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Posted: **Wed Feb 27, 2019 3:09 pm**

Joseph looks around with interest.

Posted: **Wed Feb 27, 2019 9:05 pm**

Coach digs Joseph in the ribs, nodding at the desk nurse.

"D'you see that guy's ear?" He whispers. "Been chewed half off..."

Posted: **Thu Feb 28, 2019 3:39 am**

Joseph tries to glance discreetly at the nurse as he looks around.

Posted: **Thu Feb 28, 2019 6:22 am**

Having given the other two a decent head start, Jimmy stepped out of the rear of the vehicle he and the Wheel had taken to the Kirby hospital. The mobster adjusted the lapel of his suit jacket then made his way around towards the front of the vehicle.

"Alright, let's do what we came here to do. Just follow my lead." he said to Solomon.

Posted: **Thu Feb 28, 2019 10:53 pm**

Just before the arrival of Chin and Wheel, the desk nurse brusquely shows you to the office of asylum superintendent Dr. James Berger.

Dr. Berger is a stern, unfriendly man in his late thirties, dressed in a white lab coat, with an officious-looking clipboard. His office features numerous framed diplomas and certifications, a large desk, several overburdened file cabinets, and a curious painting of St. George and the Dragon.

In this version of the painting the dragon is mauling St. George; his eviscerated horse lies nearby. The painting is particularly detailed and quite gruesome.

There is also a framed Salem News photograph of a younger, happier-looking Dr. Berger shaking hands in front of the hospital’s central administration building with a smiling, bespectacled older man. The caption under the photograph reads: Dr. James Berger takes over Kirby State Asylum from Dr. William Shine.

Outside, there is a fog and mist, covering the sky with a blanket of gray. It is close to the noon hour, yet the natural light is dim inside the asylum and in areas where there are no windows, the green fluorescent lighting only adds to the drab and dour atmosphere.

Dr. Berger is filing away some paperwork when you arrive. The dark green tiles in his office, recently waxed gleam in the cold light. He turns to look at you sternly as the file cabinet closes behind him. Through the walls you hear a deep voice singing a blues song even as you speak. He seems to acknowledge it with a slight flicker in his eyes, but he presses forward...

Spoiler:

"Yes, what is it that you want?" he says in a thick Austrian accent.

Posted: **Fri Mar 01, 2019 3:17 am**

Joseph eyes the strange painting but refrains from commenting on it.

“Thank you for seeing us, Dr. Berger” he begins. “As you might be aware from our call, we’re doing a piece for the Chronicle about patient rehabilitation. We’d quite like to see and hear about some of your success stories, and if possible meet some of your patients who are making good progress.”

He pauses to wait for a response.

Posted: **Fri Mar 01, 2019 5:13 am**

"I'm here to conduct a safety inspection," says Carl, who had arrived separately. He wears his uniform to display his authority. "There have been various reports of accidents and unsafe conditions here."

Posted: **Fri Mar 01, 2019 10:32 am**

Coach is content to let the other two do the talking. He looks around the room, supressing a shudder as the song floats through. His gaze settles on the painting.

"Huh, I thought George slayed the dragon..." he muses, realising he's thinking out loud.

Posted: **Fri Mar 01, 2019 3:50 pm**

"You're referring to that painting I presume. It was a gift presented to me by the patients for my caring stewardship of this hospital," he says as if annoyed by the interruption.

Posted: **Fri Mar 01, 2019 4:01 pm**

"As for success stories, I'll have to check the release files. Of late, our current population has been made up of those who pose a grave danger to themselves and others. Thus the need for sedation

Posted: **Fri Mar 01, 2019 4:06 pm**

As far as inspections are concerned, we were not properly informed ahead of time, and I assume you have a warrant to search the premises.

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Posted: **Sat Mar 02, 2019 2:33 am**

Joseph Adler

"Thank you, Doctor" says Joseph. "Would we be able to tour the premises? With an escort, of course."

Posted: **Sat Mar 02, 2019 5:30 am**

"It's a surprise inspection," says Carl. "We find that it's best not to announce these things in advance, or some people might sweep their troubles under the rug before we get there. Not that you'd do that, of course. I don't have a warrant on me. You could refuse, but then I'd just go to the judge and get one, and all you'd accomplish is to waste both my time and yours, and that won't look good. I mean, the only reason you'd refuse is if you had something to hide. You don't have anything to hide, do you?"

Posted: **Sat Mar 02, 2019 6:56 am**

Jimmy gave Solomon a quick nod and then sauntered towards the main entrance. He didn't intend to follow the others in through the front door, however. He suspected that too many visitors via the main entrance may arouse suspicion. Instead, the mobster kept a watchful eye out for alternate points of entry or any individuals on the grounds acting outside the expected norm.

OOC: Nope. Guess Jimmy can just stand around and look menacing.

Posted: **Sat Mar 02, 2019 12:26 pm**

Picking up on his queue I take a look around as well.

Posted: **Sat Mar 02, 2019 1:17 pm**

Somewhat riled by the doctor's brusque response, Coach is happy for Carl to put the pressure on him. With Berger thus distracted, he takes a keener look around the office.
But sees nothing out of the ordinary.

Posted: **Sat Mar 02, 2019 8:11 pm**

Chin and Wheel look for alternate entrances, but they find that the Asylum is more like a prison.

They may return before arousing too much attention or they may continue investigating, using any skills they may have to avoid detection.

Posted: **Mon Mar 04, 2019 2:43 pm**

Seeing nothing of interest in the office, Coach begins to feel a little jittery. Berger's manner, the unsettling painting and the haunting song all serve to put his nerves on edge.

While the other two negotiate with the doc, he slopes out of the room to speak to the desk nurse - his curiosity getting the better of him. Jerking his thumb back to Berger's office, he smiles wryly.

"Hi friend - management eh? I thought I'd talk to someone who does the real work around here. Say, what happened to your ear? Looks nasty."

Subtlety is not one of his strong points.

Posted: **Mon Mar 04, 2019 5:50 pm**

Dr. Berger Looks at the Texas Ranger and decides it's best to comply for now. He interrupts the conversation with the orderly and requests that two orderlies be summoned to escort the group around the asylum. He asks you to wait in the foyer as he has much work to be done.

Posted: **Tue Mar 05, 2019 3:45 am**

"Thank you, Doctor," says Carl. He steps outside to wait in the foyer.

Posted: **Tue Mar 05, 2019 4:53 am**

After a few moments, two Two surly, taciturn orderlies escort the investigators through the H wing and deeper into the Asylum.

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Progressing through the wards, the severity of the patients’ conditions correspondingly increases. As the investigators finally reach J Ward, their senses are assailed: shrieks, sobs, and giddy laughter echo down corridors; the stench of urine and feces is barely masked by strong cleansing agents. Doors become metal. A shocking number of patients lack fingers, hands, or even limbs. One figure behind a metal door stares out at the investigators with raw, weeping empty eye sockets. Even among the less-afflicted, long scars and gouges pockmark their flesh.

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Coach

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Joseph

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Carl

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You notice a patient banging on the door of one of the cells. You recognize Croswell, though he's been in better shape...

Posted: **Tue Mar 05, 2019 5:08 am**

"What happened to these patients?" demands Carl, a little disturbed. "How did they sustain these injuries?". He can practically see through his escorts.

Posted: **Tue Mar 05, 2019 10:22 am**

"Holy crow! What happened to these poor people? Ranger Norris, you gotta get this place shut down!"
Coach is deeply troubled by what he sees. He practically jumps out of his skin at the sight of the eyeless inmate, while the injuries and scars on the others make his skin crawl.

Assailed by such unpleasantness, the strange vision he briefly sees in a bathtub seems almost mundane by comparison.

"Huh, I could've sworn I just saw some kind of lizard in that bathtub - this place is definitely getting to me." He peers at the tub. "That water looks weird though - almost like oil. Say, didn't the lake outside look like that? Makes sense I guess; that's where they get the water from."

When the investigators happen upon Croswell's cell, he abruptly abandons his musings.

Posted: **Tue Mar 05, 2019 11:02 am**

"What's our next move Jimmy?"

Posted: **Tue Mar 05, 2019 2:02 pm**

Joseph can scarcely believe his eyes. What the hell is going on here? Those wounds! The drawings! He snaps away with his camera.
The pictures begin to disturb him in a way he can't describe. And then he sees Creswell...

He steps closer for a better look at the man.

Posted: **Wed Mar 06, 2019 4:22 am**

Croswell is within cell J-12, looking haggard. He (yet) lacks the horrible disfigurements displayed by many on J Ward. Croswell is heartened to see you but wary of the surly guards hovering nearby.

Posted: **Wed Mar 06, 2019 5:10 am**

"What's the situation with this patient?" Joseph asks the orderlies.

Posted: **Wed Mar 06, 2019 7:49 am**

Tired of playing the waiting game, Jimmy the Chin ensured that his pistol as still holstered and then walked purposefully towards the main building's entrance. Clearly he had figured this place all wrong. It wasn't run like any outfit he'd seen before. However, he was determined to get his foot in the door here, and it seemed that the only way that was going to happen was to take action.

"Alright, let's go." he said with a small amount of irritation.

Posted: **Wed Mar 06, 2019 9:47 am**

Hoping that Joseph's question is enough to distract the orderlies, Coach moves closer to the door of cell J-12 and positions himself so that he and Croswell can see each other. He tries to get a better look at his old friend.

Posted: **Thu Mar 07, 2019 1:52 am**

Chin and Wheel walk into the foryer. The orderly from before is still there.
"Visiting hours are over. Did you send the proper forms ahead to request visitation?" he says. He seems rather annoyed by your presence.

Spoiler:

Posted: **Thu Mar 07, 2019 1:54 am**

Croswell sees coach, joseph and carl. He watches you, waiting. He is anxious, but also seems hopeful.

Posted: **Thu Mar 07, 2019 3:17 am**

"Well, how'd they get this way?" Carl asks the orderlies, rounding on them. He takes out a notepad and pencil and starts to write down a description of what he's seen so far. "All of this is going in my report. This place sure seems unsafe to me. I think we're going to have transfer all of the patients out of here. We can't leave them in such conditions."

Posted: **Thu Mar 07, 2019 4:37 am**

Posted: **Thu Mar 07, 2019 5:10 am**

Wheel, notices that the Orderly at the front desk has had his left ear chewed off or torn away.

Posted: **Thu Mar 07, 2019 5:15 am**

One of the orderlies tells Carl, "Well now, Mr. Ranger, them there injuries are the results of serious infections or sometimes the patients resort to self mutilation. It's the darndest thing. Once they start they seem to keep at it despite sedation; and, Dr. Berger says they can't be restrained all the time. He says they needs walking from time to time so they won't get bed sores..."
The orderlies both seem to attempt to smile.

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Posted: **Thu Mar 07, 2019 8:25 am**

"We're not here to visit." I say in my low, gruff voice and wait for Jimmy as I run violent scenarios through my head.

Posted: **Thu Mar 07, 2019 9:35 am**

Coach isn't a great reader of people, but the orderlies' expressions are as obvious as Croswell's.

Posted: **Fri Mar 08, 2019 4:54 am**

Carl's danger sense screams out a warning, but he can't see anything he hasn't already noticed.

Posted: **Fri Mar 08, 2019 8:19 am**

"Hey! I asked you a question!" says Joseph to the orderlies, an edge to his voice. He indicates Creswell.

"Tell me about this man!"

Posted: **Fri Mar 08, 2019 12:22 pm**

"He's a patient. He's a danger to himself and to others," says the smaller Orderly.

The Tall one speaks up for the first time, "They does stuff that you would not believe. Like smashing heads against the wall, their own mostly, to alleviate...tension...in the brain."
The orderlies smile and nod at each other as if the tall one had just accomplished something significant. Then, they simultaneously turn and smile and nod at you, as if they've just enlightened you...

Posted: **Fri Mar 08, 2019 1:45 pm**

"He looks pretty harmless... Say Joe, why don't you interview him?"

Posted: **Sat Mar 09, 2019 4:20 am**

Jimmy looked down his nose which had remained perfectly straight despite being broken no less than three times in his lifetime. The mobster sneered in response to the man's rude demeanor, but for the moment he would allow the affront to slide. He glanced down at the Wheel's briefcase and then back at the orderly.

"We're here for a meeting, but you needn't trouble yourself with us. We already know where to go." he said.

OOC: Didn't notice the chewed ear, but I totally passed that Fast Talk roll!

Posted: **Sat Mar 09, 2019 5:40 am**

"You're right, I don't believe it," says Carl to the orderlies. He turns to Joe. "You've got a camera, right? Take some pictures of these patients."

Posted: **Sat Mar 09, 2019 2:32 pm**

“I sure will!” replies Joseph, snapping away. He takes pictures of the orderlies too.

“I want to interview this man” he tells them, indicating Creswell.

Posted: **Sat Mar 09, 2019 8:24 pm**

The orderlies look at each other and shrug. "I guess it's OK, just for a minute."
They open the cell and let you in. They lock it behind you once you're in.

Posted: **Sat Mar 09, 2019 8:27 pm**

The orderly looks at Chin & Wheel as they seem to effortlessly sidestep him.

Posted: **Sat Mar 09, 2019 9:53 pm**

Jimmy dared not betray his ruse while still in the orderly's presence. He hadn't the slightest idea where to go next, but no one else needed to know that. He also figured it was in his and the Wheel's best interest if they got themselves lost as quickly as possible.

"Hurry up, we don't want to be late." he said and started down the nearest hallway with purpose.

As he moved out of earshot of the orderly, the mob boss glanced over at Bleeker out of the corner of his eye.

"Alright, just act casual but keep your eyes peeled." he muttered under his breath.

Posted: **Sat Mar 09, 2019 10:33 pm**

The hairs on the back of Coach's neck stand on end as the cell door lock clicks behind him. Trying to remain calm, he smiles at Croswell, but just in case the orderlies are listening he maintains the pretence that he doesn't know the man.

"Hello sir. My colleague and I are here to do a piece on the institute, while this other fella is carrying out an inspection. Do you mind if we ask you some questions?"

Posted: **Mon Mar 11, 2019 8:13 pm**

Croswell is clearly agitated.
"Friends, though you don't know me well, you've come! I must tell you many things. Something is very wrong here. Patients are kept like prisoners and are very afraid of the staff, especially Dr. Berger.

"After I was ready to leave the hospital, Berger consigned me to J Ward, stating that I was a danger to myself and others! I am now a virtual prisoner, despite the fact I originally admitted myself to the hospital.

"Before my banishment to J Ward, I befriended a fellow patient called Andrew MacBride, who is interred in H Ward.
Croswell continues, “MacBride is as touched as the others, yet also he seems to know what is really going on.

"Dr. Berger also threatened that, “He is in for quite an experience when the sky prepares to welcome the new moon.” I know he was speaking if me! The thought of it somehow fills me with dread!"

"Please, please help me friends, I fear for my very life!"

With that the Orderlies open the door and let you out .

Posted: **Tue Mar 12, 2019 2:51 am**

"This patient checked himself in," says Carl, "which gives him the legal right to check himself out any time he likes."

Posted: **Tue Mar 12, 2019 4:42 am**

The orderlies just shrug, and lead the way back to the front...

Posted: **Tue Mar 12, 2019 5:56 am**

"Wait a moment!" says Joseph to the orderlies. "You need to take us to the patient called Andrew McBride".

Posted: **Tue Mar 12, 2019 10:01 am**

Coach is sad to see his old friend in such a state, but can say little without raising the orderlies' suspicions. He sighs, turning to Carl.

"Can't you just order them to let Croswell go?"

In his head, he tries to work out how long it is until the next new moon.

Posted: **Wed Mar 13, 2019 2:56 am**

"Hey, get back here!" Carl calls to the orderlies. "Unlock that man's cell again right now!"

Posted: **Wed Mar 13, 2019 3:39 am**

Jimmy finds the "medicine locker" which amonts to a sign on a green wooden door, on the second floor of H wing.

Posted: **Wed Mar 13, 2019 8:29 pm**

Jimmy the Chin quickly glanced up and down the hallway. If the coast is clear, he'll yank the handkerchief from his lapel pocket and then try the storage room knob. Best to be cautious about leaving any prints behind, he surmised.

"Here's something. Keep an eye out, will ya?" he said to the other gangster.

Posted: **Thu Mar 14, 2019 3:08 am**

Posted: **Thu Mar 14, 2019 1:42 pm**

Mr. Handy wrote:"Hey, get back here!" Carl calls to the orderlies. "Unlock that man's cell again right now!"

Coach squares up alongside Carl, facing the orderlies with a stern expression.

"Boys, you heard the Ranger. Let the guy out unless you wanna find yourselves on the wrong side of the law."

Posted: **Tue Mar 19, 2019 5:01 pm**

Chin tries the door, but it doesn't budge.

Posted: **Tue Mar 19, 2019 5:07 pm**

Carl and coach talk to the Orderlies, but they just appear as if they've been talking with unruly children.
"That's up to the Doctor. We're only following the protocols sir. If he says it's OK, then we'll come and get him for you..."

Posted: **Tue Mar 19, 2019 6:21 pm**

Jimmy's brow contorted slightly with annoyance when he found his path blocked. The patients he'd seen here thus far sure seemed out of it and whatever medications they were being given were obviously quite potent. Jimmy reckoned the street value could be quite high and he and the Wheel stood to make a tidy profit if they could pull off this small heist. Beyond that, he planned to hand a sample over to the ranger as material evidence, should it be needed.

"Alright, Solomon. Do your thing." he said, gestured to the lock and then moved to swap places with the other gangster.

Posted: **Tue Mar 19, 2019 8:58 pm**

Coach sighs inwardly at the orderlies' intransigence but decides there's little to be gained by threatening them.

"Fine, if you have to go ask the boss, I'll stay here until you come back with the good news."

Maybe it's the creepy atmosphere of the place, or the strange hallucinations, but he trusts the staff as far as he can throw them, and he's always been a batter, not a pitcher.

Posted: **Wed Mar 20, 2019 2:19 am**

Stepping up to the door I place the briefcase down on my right side standing up. I assess the lock and pull a small toolkit out of my jacket.

Posted: **Wed Mar 20, 2019 3:21 am**

The orderlies look at coach.
"I'm sorry sir, but we cannot leave you alone here for security reasons. We don't mean to be rude, it's just protocols, please come with us to see Dr. Berger, I'm sure he'll understand..."

Posted: **Wed Mar 20, 2019 3:25 am**

"He won't be alone," says Carl. "I'll stay with him and make sure nothing happens."

Posted: **Wed Mar 20, 2019 3:26 am**

Solomon picks the lock and he sees two stainless steel medicine cabinets, one on each side of the room, along with a shelf of trays and paper cups; and, a small table next to the sink. He experiences a mild sense of vertigo, weakness, and chills. He tries to shake it off, but it seems to get stronger...

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Posted: **Thu Mar 21, 2019 12:55 am**

Posted: **Thu Mar 21, 2019 12:57 am**

I take a step to the side to allow Jimmy access. Picking up my briefcase I try to shake off the strange feeling. "Somethin ain't right."

Posted: **Thu Mar 21, 2019 2:11 am**

Jimmy gave one last look up and down the hallway, then stepped inside the room. He glanced sideways towards Jimmy when he announced that something wasn't quite right, though he had no idea what the other man had been referring to. He then quietly shut the door behind them both.

"What's not right?" the mobster replied as he began to scan the room's contents.

OOC: If Jimmy notices the odor, he'll quickly look for a window to slide open for ventilation.

OOC: Damn it, failed the Spot Hidden again. Well, unless Solomon passes, I guess we'll be emptying everything into our bags.

Posted: **Thu Mar 21, 2019 3:45 am**

"Just got a bad feeling about this place, let's get this over with." Taking a look around.

Posted: **Thu Mar 21, 2019 12:20 pm**

There appears to be a stand-off between the orderlies and the investigators.

"I don't suppose we could rush 'em and take the keys?" Coach whispers to the others. "We either go see the Doc and risk our pal being taken away, or stand our ground."

He turns to the orderlies.

"Is it 'protocol' to hold someone against their will? Y'all could bring your boss here and we can discuss it like civilised folk."

Posted: **Thu Mar 21, 2019 8:46 pm**

Solomon and Jimmy find the cabinets locked as well. Among the cups and trays they also see that there are mouse droppings here and there.

Posted: **Thu Mar 21, 2019 8:53 pm**

The Orderlies look serious. The larger one has a hand on a bulge in his pocket while the other is handling the whistle he has on a string around his neck.
"Now let's not split hairs fellas, I'm sure Dr. Berger will see reason. However, we still can't leave you here. Please come with us...

Posted: **Fri Mar 22, 2019 1:35 am**

Jimmy the Chin couldn't help but notice the lingering odor as well the rodent droppings as he surveyed the room. The gangster began to suspect that the staff seldom used this room, if at all. It occurred to him that these cabinets could very well be packed full of expired medications. If that were the case then their value would be far less to any prospective buyer he might find. Growing frustrated, Jimmy again glanced in the Wheel's direction.

"Hey, see if you can get one of these open." he said and gestured towards one of the cabinets.

Jimmy's mind continued to work. This was just one storeroom, and there could be others. However, if the staff wasn't using medication to control its patients, then how exactly were they managing it?

Posted: **Fri Mar 22, 2019 1:49 am**

Posted: **Fri Mar 22, 2019 3:35 am**

Wheel opens the cabinets with ease. Inside are 7 boxes of unexpired meds.
Each box contains 24 bottles of 100ct. Pills of various strengths and types.

Posted: **Fri Mar 22, 2019 4:20 am**

"How about one of you stays here with me while the other goes with the others to talk to Dr. Berger?" suggests Carl in a reasonable tone. "I'm conducting a safety inspection, and I can't take a chance on anything being concealed in my absence."

Posted: **Fri Mar 22, 2019 5:28 am**

The orderlies laugh quietly, and the smaller one says,"Ranger, you think these here patients are going to do a switcharoo on you and us? Now that's a bit illogical don't you think? They don't seem to mind being in their rooms, but you seem to think they're just going to up and out of here? Trust me sir, nothing's gonna be different when we come back."

"I think it's time to go," says the big one. He is suddenly very still and appears to be waiting for you...

Posted: **Fri Mar 22, 2019 5:46 am**

I know the drill by now, acting quickly I set the briefcase down flat and look to see that Jimmy is watching the door. I open the briefcase tucking the grenades handle into my pant line under my jacket and set the sawed off next to the briefcase. Depending on size I should be able to fit about 15-30 bottles in the briefcase. Standing I close the briefcase and place one more bottle of cocaine and morphine in each jacket pocket. Next I tuck the sawed off into my pants under my jacket opposite the grenade. It's a bit of an awkward fit but I can hold it in place with my left hand while my right hand holds the briefcase. "What do you wanna do about the rest Jimmy?"

Posted: **Fri Mar 22, 2019 8:19 am**

"I have a solution" suggests Joseph.

"We'll bring this patient with us. He'll make an excellent subject for our article, and we'll be able to get some pictures of him with Dr. Berger. What do you say, gentlemen?" Joseph addresses the orderlies. "That way you'll be able to keep an eye on him".

Posted: **Fri Mar 22, 2019 12:19 pm**

Relieved that this isn't going to turn nasty, Coach grins, jerking this thumb towards Joseph.

"This guy talks a lotta sense. Surely the patient will benefit from the exercise?"

Posted: **Sat Mar 23, 2019 5:24 am**

"Yes, that's an excellent idea," says Carl.

Posted: **Sat Mar 23, 2019 7:59 pm**

"That does sound like a good idea. Too bad it ain't going work," says the smaller one (Richards).
"Let me be explicit and clear with you this time. You're on state property, and we are duly sworn by the State of Texas to take any measures necessary to keep the peace and stability of this establishment.
"Sirs, and especially you Mr. Ranger, please understand that I am officially warning you that I've been requesting that you accompany me, and orderly Johan here, to the front office; and, if you do not comply, we will need to take this up with Dr. Berger as to why you've persisted in being opposed to our authority.
"In the meantime, we may have to take it upon ourselves to assess the current situation and the risks to the patients and personnel - which in my humble opinion, might require that we expedite to the next level of enforcement.
"So, what's it going to be fellas? Are we going to have to get rough, or are you going to come willingly?" says Richards with a smirk.

Posted: **Sat Mar 23, 2019 8:39 pm**

Jimmy filled his pockets with a few bottles of medication. He didn't really have a heist in mind when they discussed the angle this morning. At least the Wheel had his briefcase and was able to adapt to the situation. He then pulled his Colt 45 from its holster, gave the cylinder a spin and quickly returned it to where it had been.

"Leave it. If only a bit is missin', then they may suspect one of the staff. That's what we want. Make sure everything else is put back how we found it." he replied.

Posted: **Sat Mar 23, 2019 9:01 pm**

Coach glowers at the two orderlies, but despite the urge to wipe the smirk off their faces, they do have a point. How would he feel if a bunch of guys showed up at practice and demanded to take one of his team away?

And besides, would brawling with them in the middle of an asylum really be the wisest thing to do? Sure, perhaps the three of them could take them, but it wouldn't take long for more orderlies to come running.

"Okay, I ain't gonna argue with you," he sighs. "But remember we've taken photos, so if anything happens to him when we get back we're holding you guys responsible."

He turns to the others, shrugging apologetically.

"What we gonna do? Start a fight in a nuthouse? Let's speak to the doc and then go see this other guy."

Posted: **Sat Mar 23, 2019 11:58 pm**

"Making threats of violence against a Texas Ranger is not a bright move," says Carl. "I'll go with you to see Dr. Berger, but all of this is going in my report, and I want both of your names. If anything happens to that patient while we're gone, you will answer for it. Everything will be reported after we leave. And just so we're clear, if I do not leave in a reasonable amount of time, the Rangers know that I've come here and why."

Posted: **Tue Mar 26, 2019 4:56 am**

The orderlies lead you downstairs, and across the facility. During the walk downstairs, one of you feels a hand and a push, down the stairs!

Spoiler:

Posted: **Tue Mar 26, 2019 10:53 am**

Coach yelps with surprise as he's pushed down the stairs.

Posted: **Wed Mar 27, 2019 2:37 am**

Carl was not expecting the shove, and he also goes tumbling.

Posted: **Wed Mar 27, 2019 3:26 am**

Both the Ranger and Coach stumble to the landing below and land on each other, looking behind them, they see no one who could have done it...

Spoiler:

Posted: **Wed Mar 27, 2019 4:15 am**

Posted: **Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:51 am**

"Oof!" Fortunately the damage Coach suffers is slight.

Posted: **Wed Mar 27, 2019 11:12 am**

Mr. Handy wrote:
OOC,Can I spend 9 Luck points to make my Dexterity roll a success and avoid the fall? Also, I know that in 6th edition, you can reduce the damage from falling by 1D6 if you succeed at a Jump roll.

Yes you can spend the Luck or Push the DEX roll (What action are you taking to push the situation?), or Reduce the damage by half on a HARD Jump roll since it was nothing you could prepare for.

Posted: **Wed Mar 27, 2019 3:41 pm**

"What the hell is going on?" says Joseph, utterly confused.

Posted: **Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:38 pm**

Fortunately, Carl grabs onto the handrail and manages to avoid falling.

Posted: **Thu Mar 28, 2019 2:00 am**

Jimmy gave the room one last look over then moved back towards the exit. He paused before stepping out into the hallway, put his ear against the door and listened for any signs of activity in the area beyond, but heard nothing.

"Alright, we had better beat it." he said, gave the brim of his hat a slight downward tug, and added, "You remember the way back out, Solomon, yeah?"

Posted: **Thu Mar 28, 2019 3:24 pm**

Coach picks himself up at the bottom of the stairs, looking up at the others.

"What the hell? Some jerk pushed me!"

Posted: **Thu Mar 28, 2019 7:51 pm**

"Yeah, he shoved me too," says Carl, making his way carefully downstairs. "I didn't even see him." Carl helps Coach and does what he can to treat his bruises. "Luckily, it doesn't look too bad. You should be able to walk it off."

Posted: **Fri Mar 29, 2019 12:31 am**

The three investigators make it to Dr. Berger's office.
"Absolutely not. He has proven himself to be a danger to himself and others. My diagnosis stands for now, he will recieve further treatment and observation. Thank you for your concern. As you see, we are all busy, that is unfortunate, nevertheless I must conclude your visit for now, to be taken up at a later date." At this the Dr. asks the orderlies to show you out.

Posted: **Fri Mar 29, 2019 12:32 am**

Wheel & Chin make Stealth rolls.

Posted: **Fri Mar 29, 2019 12:57 am**

Jimmy had decided that a stealthy exit from the facility would be the most prudent one, but if spotted, he was fully prepared to improvise.

OOC: Guess it's time to improvise.

Posted: **Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:51 am**

"I know the law," says Carl, "and the law says that when someone checks himself into an institution such as this, he has the legal right to check himself out, and you have no legal right to detain him. I also haven't finished my inspection yet, but I can tell you that I've already seen enough that I can have this place shut down and all the patients sent to other institutions that don't have these kinds of safety violations. The injuries and maiming of both patients and staff alone are plenty, and I'm sure that's only the tip of the iceberg."

Posted: **Fri Mar 29, 2019 5:24 pm**

"Yeah, you need to get your stairs looked at for starters; someone could have a nasty fall."

Posted: **Tue Apr 02, 2019 4:24 pm**

"I remember, but once we get these out we come back and check on my friend, yeah?"

Posted: **Wed Apr 03, 2019 4:47 pm**

Dr. Berger looks at the group and as if they're a nuisance, "I can understand how you might perceive the practice of psychology in negative light, however, I suspect you have very little experience in the profession and ignorance has led you to some unfounded conclusions. I assure you everything here is according to the letter of the law and the patients will be fine. One moment they are lucid and give the impression of normality, the next, they're trying to rip your eyes out. No, there is a reason why they're here, including your friend. You may return next week if you like. Right now we are absolutely busy. I'll have the orderlies escort you out. See you men later, I hope."
The Dr. leaves with his clipboard and the orderlies wait on you to show you out

Posted: **Wed Apr 03, 2019 4:49 pm**

Chin and Wheel hear footsteps approaching. An orderly turns the corner and sees them.
"Did you fellers check in downstairs? We don't normally allow people to walk around without an escort..

Posted: **Wed Apr 03, 2019 7:48 pm**

Jimmy the Chin gave the orderly a quick overlook before replying. He was accustomed to dealing with guys like this and figured the one here would be reasonable just like all the rest.

"Yeah, the fella at the desk sent us on our way. We can see ourselves out. I'm sure you're rather busy making your rounds." he said.

OOC: I imagine that this will require another Fast Talk roll, which is a pass.

Posted: **Wed Apr 03, 2019 9:54 pm**

Coach watches Dr. Berger leave the office. He is about to mouth off some none-too-witty riposte when he's struck by a thought. The good doctor has left them in his office. If only they could distract the orderlies, they could take a quick look around...

"Er, fine... I guess we gotta go... Um, say, do you mind if Joe and I take a few shots of your boss' office first? All these photos, diplomas and such on the wall would really lend, um, weight to our article. I'm sure you guys don't wanna be all over the front page though, so you can wait outside and keep Ranger Norris company if you like."

Posted: **Thu Apr 04, 2019 2:41 am**

"Everything I've observed is going to go into my report, Dr. Berger," says Carl, "including the fact that, in front of witnesses, you have refused to allow me to complete my safety inspection. What I've seen already is damning enough. I know more about psychology than you might think, but you appear to know little of the law. I may return sooner than next week - with a court order."

Posted: **Fri Apr 05, 2019 2:57 am**

The Orderlies look at coach incredulously. "Let's go fellas, we got things to do too. Dr. Berger said show's over for today!" The smaller one nods his head at two more orderlies waiting in the hall, they seem to have appeared from nowhere and stand with their arms crossed waiting for you to come out of the office...

Posted: **Fri Apr 05, 2019 3:00 am**

Wheel and Chin stand in the doorway as the orderlies round the corner. One of them seems to understand something is not right.
"Gentlemen, what are you doing up here?" says one LAWSON who stands about 5'10" and the other is nearly his twin.

Posted: **Fri Apr 05, 2019 3:28 am**

"I'm going," says Carl, heading out, "but I will be back."

Posted: **Fri Apr 05, 2019 3:30 am**

Jimmy managed to conceal his anger by tightly gritting his teeth. When he and his partner had sought these men out, they were nowhere to be found. Now that they wished to take their leave of this place, their path was being impeded. This delay was becoming intolerable. He looked the speaker in the eye and attempted to appraise the other man's motivations. When that failed, he decided to get tougher with these saps.

"Look, we've got somewhere else to be. Either escort us to the nearest exit, or get out of our way." he said.

Posted: **Fri Apr 05, 2019 4:32 am**

Joseph doesn't say anything, he just follows Carl out.

Posted: **Fri Apr 05, 2019 7:41 am**

Posted: **Fri Apr 05, 2019 8:55 am**

Coach sighs.

"Fine, suit yourselves, I'm going..."

He mutters as he leaves the office.

"Bunch of jerks..."

Posted: **Mon Apr 08, 2019 5:37 pm**

The Orderlies facing Wheel and Chin look a little puzzled, but it passes. "I usually take the inventory, I don't remember putting in another order so soon. By the way where's Tim? He usually handles this...?" says the one who spoke first (Homer is stitched over his partner's pocket.)

Posted: **Mon Apr 08, 2019 5:41 pm**

Downstairs the orderlies smug faces see the investigators out the doors.
"Ya'll come back now, ya hear? Hehehe," says the short orderly. The others chuckle along with him.

Posted: **Mon Apr 08, 2019 9:25 pm**

Coach curses under his breath as the door slams behind him. He turns to the others and shrugs.

"So what now?" He looks around. "And where the hell are those other two?"

Posted: **Tue Apr 09, 2019 3:15 am**

I mumble something trying to draw them into as much of a bottle neck as possible incase things take a turn. My right hand lightly touches my jacket as I rehearse drawing my pistol in my head then relaxes softly at my side. Briefly my eyes flutter over to Jimmys hand gauging his intent and waiting for him to handle the talking.

Posted: **Tue Apr 09, 2019 3:32 am**

"I'd like to make my report to the Rangers," says Carl, "with the rest of you along as witnesses. We can develop that film, which will also back us up. Then I can try to get a court order from a judge to release Larry, and hopefully also to shut this place down. I'm not sure where those two have gotten to. I hope they know what they're doing."

Posted: **Tue Apr 09, 2019 7:19 am**

“Yes!” agrees Joseph. “We’ve got a hell of a story here. Once these photos get out, we’ll probably half the reporters in Texas looking for a scoop. This place won’t last five minutes”.

Posted: **Tue Apr 09, 2019 8:41 am**

Jimmy had had quite enough of the two saps that were impeding his way to the exit. He gave Solomon a sideways glance and surmised that his partner was ready to draw if it became necessary. The gangster's expression became furious and he started to move past the orderlies and towards the stairwell.

"You two are trying my patience. I don't care where your pal is and we ain't wasting any more time here. Out of the way, now!" he demanded, his hand also near own his revolver.

OOC: Well since my luck with these rolls has been downright awful, I guess if they don't get out of the way Jimmy will be drawing his gun on these two and adding that to the threat. Kind of ridiculous that it would come to that, but the dice haven't been behaving.

Posted: **Tue Apr 09, 2019 9:05 am**

"I guess we gotta move fast, else those mooks will be cleaning the place up before any official investigation can take place. I don't like the idea of leaving our new pals alone in there though."

He pauses for a second, thinking.

"And what about this Andrew MacBride guy? Seems like he's got the lowdown on the place - how do we go about speaking to him now we've been thrown out?"

Posted: **Tue Apr 09, 2019 11:24 am**

Lawson moves to let the two of them through.
"Listen, tell Tim, we got a little extra surprise for him when he gets back," he smiles and winks.

Spoiler:

Posted: **Tue Apr 09, 2019 9:31 pm**

Jimmy took one last glance at each man's face and name tag before he continued towards the exit. He had just decided to have each of them rubbed out. Once he made it back to his turf he would make a few calls and then it would be curtains for them.

OOC: Jimmy doesn't trust the orderlies and will periodically glance back for trouble.

OOC: Also, finally, that's a hard success on the Spot Hidden roll.

Posted: **Wed Apr 10, 2019 3:07 am**

"Yeah, he'd be the one to talk to," says Carl. "We're not going to get back in there without a court order, though, so we should focus on that. Certain people could try to sneak inside, but I wouldn't recommend that. I hope they haven't gotten into any trouble."

Posted: **Wed Apr 10, 2019 8:41 am**

Coach nods.

"I guess we leave them to it then."

Posted: **Thu Apr 11, 2019 4:33 pm**

Your group meets at "El Alteño" Mexican restaurant for lunch. The waitress "Sara" takes your orders, smiling particularly at the Sheriff.

Posted: **Thu Apr 11, 2019 8:19 pm**

Tired and shaken up by the day's events, Coach jabs a tortilla chip into his guacamole, reflecting ruefully on how attractive women like the waitress once used to look at him that way.

Posted: **Fri Apr 12, 2019 3:33 am**

Despite it being a bit beneath his station as a Lieutenant, Jimmy the Chin was in a relatively positive mood after successfully pulling off a minor heist at the Kirby Hospital. He more or less ignored the fact that the waitress had displayed more of an interest in the cowboy rather than a successful businessman like himself. Her loss, he imagined. He quickly gave his order to the woman and then turned his eye towards the ranger. The gangster slipped a hand into his jacket (and pulled out his gun, j/k!) and pulled out a pair of glass medicine bottles marked "cocaine" and "morphine". He slid them across the table towards the lawman.

"There you go, Cowboy. This is what the docs are pumpin' their patients full of. If I were you, I'd check to see if all their permits and licenses are in order to be usin' this stuff." he said.

Posted: **Fri Apr 12, 2019 3:39 am**

"Buenos tardes, Sara," says Carl, smiling back at her. "Yo quiero una quesadilla, por favor." He examines the medicines that Jimmy showed him. "I'm not going to ask how you came by those. I'll check, but I don't think you need any special licenses for those. They're pretty standard medications, if a bit habit-forming."

Posted: **Mon Apr 15, 2019 6:46 am**

"This is a State funded asylum. I'm guessing the director has full run of the place. He probably answers to a state board on paper. None of the members on that board want a bunch of truly crazy people roaming thier city streets and the rest are poor people that didn't have anywhere else to go. By the time the law cuts through the red tape god knows what could happen to Larry. And even of you do break down thier door how do you hold them accountable. There's no oversight governing treatments across the country. Each asylum is like a little town and the director is the king."

Posted: **Mon Apr 15, 2019 6:53 am**

OOC: Did I get any odea of the size and likely layout of the place?

Posted: **Mon Apr 15, 2019 11:54 am**

Coach leans back in his chair. Knowing nothing about drugs (apart from the painkillers he occasionally takes for his worn-out joints), he doesn't have an opinion on the subject. However he is troubled by the intimation that less-than-legal action might have to be taken.

"I agree with Agent Norris that we have to report all of this, but Mr. Bleeker here is also right: they'll have that place buttoned down so much that any legal action will take months to play out. We might have to take, uh, alternative action if we're gonna spring our pal out."

Posted: **Mon Apr 15, 2019 6:04 pm**

Zero wrote:Jimmy took one last glance at each man's face and name tag before he continued towards the exit. He had just decided to have each of them rubbed out. Once he made it back to his turf he would make a few calls and then it would be curtains for them.

Spot Hidden (50%),[dice]220342:0[/dice]

OOC: Jimmy doesn't trust the orderlies and will periodically glance back for trouble.

OOC: Also, finally, that's a hard success on the Spot Hidden roll.

Spot Hidden: you notice that the orderlies have needle scars along the inside of their arms, they have their sleeves loosely rolled up to the elbows.

Posted: **Mon Apr 15, 2019 6:08 pm**

Borderline wrote:
OOC: Did I get any odea of the size and likely layout of the place?

You did see that the Labyrinthine halls and rooms are almost endless. The place is enourmous, rivaling the size of a small town and it's also set on 14 acres of land.

Posted: **Tue Apr 16, 2019 12:32 am**

Jimmy the Chin was moderately amused with the lawman's response. Clearly, the other man knew that the medications were obtained by less than legal methods, but his investigation into the activities within the asylum outweighed his own for the time being. As long as the ranger minded his own business where his own endeavors were concerned, they wouldn't have any problems. Besides, it was always smart to keep one's friends close by, but one's enemies even closer, and the law certainly was Jimmy's natural enemy.

He looked Carl straight in the eye and said, "That means I don't have to lie to you about it, which is Jake with me". He paused and look around at the others at the table, then asked, "Say, did you fellas meet anyone named Timothy while you were in there?"

Posted: **Tue Apr 16, 2019 5:13 am**

"I don't remember anyone by that name," says Carl. "I don't know how much we'll be able to accomplish in the courts, but we have to try. Nobody's saying all the patients have to be cut loose, but they could be transferred to other institutions where they won't be maimed. Plus, we have enough evidence that I should be able to get a search warrant that would give me the run of the place."

Posted: **Tue Apr 16, 2019 9:31 am**

"Nope, didn't see no Timothy - not that I was paying too much attention to name badges. Let's see if Ranger Norris can get a warrant. Meanwhile we can do some asking around locally."

Posted: **Tue Apr 16, 2019 10:46 am**

”I’m going to get my photos published” says Joseph. ”Once people see the state of that place, something will be done”.

Posted: **Tue Apr 16, 2019 11:17 pm**

OOC: Did the other characters share what they saw with Jimmy and I?

Don't know, is this assumed or does it need rp?

Posted: **Wed Apr 17, 2019 4:29 am**

Posted: **Wed Apr 17, 2019 8:37 am**

Posted: **Wed Apr 17, 2019 9:25 am**

Jimmy listened as the others recounted their experiences within the place. His expression was almost serious for a moment when the coach began to talk about the hallucinations he experienced while in there.

He turned towards the coach and asked, "It's a bit early in the day to be hittin' the bottle, ain't it, pally? Don't go sayin' any of that to the wrong people or you might end up a patient in that place."

He sipped his coffee and looked around the table once more.

"Even with a court order, I don't think we'll be receivin' a warm welcome the next time we set foot inside that joint." he said to the group, then directed his gaze to the lawman and added with a smirk, "Oh yeah, let me know if the judge gives you any trouble, Cowboy. I can put in a call."

Posted: **Wed Apr 17, 2019 3:39 pm**

Joseph announces that he will return to the Chronicle to run the story by the editor there. He promises to catch up with the others later.

Posted: **Wed Apr 17, 2019 6:38 pm**

Zero wrote:"It's a bit early in the day to be hittin' the bottle, ain't it, pally? Don't go sayin' any of that to the wrong people or you might end up a patient in that place."

Coach harumphs a short laugh.

"Did you see that nurse at the front desk? With the ear all chewed off? After spending time with those creeps, it's never too early son."

By way of illustration, he fishes his hipflask our of his jacket pocket to take a swig, but stops as it reaches his lips.

"Hey, it just hit me - remember that guy Larry talked about? Andrew McBride? Wasn't he mentioned in the articles Joe dug out? Head of the maintenance team or something?"

Posted: **Thu Apr 18, 2019 3:36 am**

"Yeah, you're right, Coach," says Carl. "No wonder he knows so much about that place and what goes on there."

Posted: **Fri Apr 19, 2019 4:02 am**

HoneyDog wrote:Joseph announces that he will return to the Chronicle to run the story by the editor there. He promises to catch up with the others later.

Spoiler:

Posted: **Fri Apr 19, 2019 10:05 am**

As the others all have something to do, Coach decides to look for a local record office in an attempt to learn more about McBride.

He's not particularly well-suited to such research, but he hopes to ask someone if he runs into difficulties.

Posted: **Fri Apr 19, 2019 4:11 pm**

"What the hell?" says Joseph, aghast. "How the hell did that happen? Goddamit!"

Knowing he has nothing to show for their earlier efforts, he decides to rejoin the others before he runs into the editor and has to explain himself.

Posted: **Fri Apr 19, 2019 9:22 pm**

Joseph catches up withy Coach and they both head over to the City Archive...

Posted: **Fri Apr 19, 2019 9:57 pm**

"So how did the photographs come out Joe?"

Posted: **Sat Apr 20, 2019 3:48 am**

"They didn't!" Joseph curses. "I did everything properly but none of the negatives were exposed! I don't understand it."

Posted: **Sat Apr 20, 2019 7:44 pm**

"What? Dammit! Listen Joe, there's definitely something weird going on here. After we go read up on McBride, maybe I should grab my shotgun?"

Posted: **Mon Apr 22, 2019 1:58 pm**

Jimmy returned to his villa and made a phone call to the office. He explained to his man what he wanted done and when. He also recommended that they be ready for trouble and to shoot first and ask questions later if approached while conducting their surveillance. Once his orders were conveyed, the gangster returned to the billiard room where he had left Soloman waiting.

"I believe it's your turn to rack 'em." he said.

OOC: Taking some liberties with Soloman here as Border hasn't really indicated what he wanted to do next. Figured he could hang out with the Chin for awhile while they discussed things. If you have something else you want to do @Borderline, let me know, and I can edit the post.

Posted: **Mon Apr 22, 2019 3:31 pm**

"Of course!" Joseph says to Coach. "The whole thing stinks! But what are we gonna do? Are you gonna go in blasting? We need to use our heads. I say we also see what we can find out about our friend, Dr. Berger. Maybe we can dig up some dirt on him."

Posted: **Mon Apr 22, 2019 9:53 pm**

"Oh the last thing I wanna do is go in all guns blazing - we have our hoodlum friends for that - but somehow I think ol' Betsie is gonna need some backup. I agree we need to get some dirt on the Doc, plus whatever we can find out about McBride."

Posted: **Tue Apr 23, 2019 4:19 am**

"It's a shame those pictures didn't come out," says Carl, "but they don't know that, and we still have testimony of several eyewitnesses. Looking into Dr. Berger's background is a good idea."

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