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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 1:58:04 GMT -5
Misty field, Kole and May are playing when Marie walks up, holding a baby...
Kole: Is that? Marie: Yes, this is your son, or would have been. I'm sorry, Kole, he didn't make it. Kole: No... That's not fair! Marie: I know, but Tatiana had no choice. Kole: What? Marie: She had to induce labour. If she hadn't, both of you would have died. That would have utterly destroyed my grandson. Now, he'll have you to help him through this. Kole: Looks at the baby. What will happen to him now? Marie: His spirit will be placed into a new baby about to be born. However, we thought you'd like a few moments with him before that happens. Kole: I'd like that. Marie: Gives the baby to Kole. Come, May, let us give them some time alone together. Marie and May walk away. Kole: Sadly looks down at the baby she could have had. You look like your father. Now... Now he'll never get to see you.
The Center...
Alexandra: Oh my poor Alexei. Whatever will happen to him? Anastasia: Yeah, now I feel bad for teasing him like that. God, you all saw how he acted here yesterday, this could push him right over the edge! Maria: We'll have to be careful around him, keep an eye on him. Tatiana: Yes, we... Where's Olga? Nicholas: She stepped out to get a drink of water. Ah, here.. Olga comes in, holding the copy of the National Intruder with the story about Alexei in it. Olga: LOOK AT THIS! LOOK AT WHAT THIS SO-CALLED NEWSPAPER HAS PRINTED NOW! THEY'VE GONE TOO FAR THIS TIME! Tatiana: Olga... Olga: A FAMILY OF DRUNKS AND LUNATICS!?!? WHO THE &$*#^$ DO THESE PEOPLE THINK THEY ARE! HOW DARE THEY PRINT THIS! Tatiana: Olga... Olga: ALEXEI WAS WORRIED ABOUT LOSING HIS WIFE, OF COURSE, THIS RAG DOESN'T CARE. THAT'S IT, IT'S WAR! I THINK I'LL START BY.. Tatiana: OLGA!! Olga: What!? Tatiana: First of all, this is a hospital, so I would appreciate it if you didn't scream loud enough for all of Russia to hear. Second of all, our brother is going to need all of us in the next few days. We can't have you going all Mount Olga right now. Anastasia: Besides, the National Intruder got it right this time. Olga: Nastya! Anastasia: Well, he WAS drinking. Okay, I don't appreciate the part about them calling us drunks and lunatics, but they were spot on about Alexei. Olga: I still want to burn that rag down! Nicholas: You'll do no such thing, Olga. We have enough on our plate right now withtout you flying off the handle. Olga: I... Damn! Sinks into a chair. Maria: Mount Olga blows again. At that point, Sam speaks up...
Sam: I think it would be best if we just all go home for now! If anything happens we'll get a call! Tatiana: She's right... besides i think it's best if we check on Alexei! Sam: I agree! (looks to Olga) You okay? Olga: I'm fine... i just have a headache now! Sam: It's probably from erupting lava all over the waiting room! Tatiana: Do you want.. Olga: No I'll be fine... I'll just sleep all the way back home! Dmitri, would you mind driving? Dmitri C-B: Sure thing! You look as if you've exhausted yourself a little! Olga:I think I have! Sam: Let's go home! Tatiana: I agree!
They get home to find on the steps with hands on his head... Anastasia : Alexei... you're awake! Alexei: Yeah, i am! How's Kole? Tatiana: Better! Give or take a couple more days and she'll be home again! Alexei: I want to go and see her! Tatiana: You can't right now! I gave her a sedative to help her sleep! Besides, you're still in no condition to go anywhere as it is! In fact, you shouldn't even be out of bed! How's your head? Alexei: I think a giant hammer keeps hitting it... let's put it that way! Nicholas: You'll get through it, trust me! Alexei (actually smiles): Says someone who's gone through this before! Nicholas: Funny! Sam: Luckily we didn't need to use CPR this time! Alexei: Yeah, that would have been bad! Sam: Yeah it would have! Tatiana: Bed... now! Alexei: Dr. Malama... Tatiana: Alexei!? Alexei: I feel... Tatiana: Tired... back in bed! (sighs) Doctor's orders... now! Alexei (smiles): Sure thing! Tatiana (Alexei returns back upstairs): I've been tricked into saying that again haven't I? Maria (taps her on the shoulder as she walks towards the kitchen getting a glare in return): It's going to work everytime! I'm on my way to prepare lunch! Sam: Ooh lunch... sounds good! Maria: Should I prepare a tray for him? Tatiana: Yes, you should! (phones goes off) That was rather quick! (answer) Yes? (nods) I see! (listens) Yes I'll return to see her! (nods and hangs up) Kole's awake, it was only a small sedative! Anastasia: Shouldn't we tell Alexei? Tatiana: Not right now... i want him to stay in bed since he still has his hangover! Alexandra: We'll make sure of it Tatiana! Tatiana: Thank you Mama... I'm on my way now! Sam: Tell Kole we say hey! Tatiana: I will!
TBC... Olga's fine! Kole's awake, Alexei's to stay in bed! How will Kole take the news since Tatiana doesn't know that she already knows?
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 1:58:44 GMT -5
Tatiana: Kole, good to see you awake. Kole: Thank you, Tatiana. Tatiana: Kole, there is no easy way to tell you this, but... Kole: I lost my baby. Tatiana: What!? How could you have known? Kole: The Misty Field. I was there. Tatiana: With my grandparents and the others. Kole: Yes. My baby was there too. They.... They let me have a few moments with him. Begins to cry. Tatiana: Kole, I know this is hard, but we'll be here to help you though this. Kole: What about Alexei, does he know yet? Tatiana: Shakes her head. No, we'll let you tell him. He... Kole: Yes? Tatiana: I'm going to be honest with you, Kole. He didn't take what happened all that well. Explains. Kole: Oh my God! Is he alright? Tatiana: He will be, after some decent bedrest. Anastasia arrives. Tatiana: Nastya, what brings you here? Anastasia: I wanted to see Kole. Talk to her. Tatiana: Well, that's good. I have rounds now, so I'll be back later. Leaves. Anastasia: How are you feeling, Kole? Kole: Upset, devastated. Anastasia: I know how you feel? Kole: Really? How? Anastasia: Five years ago, when I got pregnant for the first time, I miscarried. I too was devastated. Kole: What happened? Anastasia: Sam gave me advice, told me not to give up on the idea of having a baby, and that is advice I'm giving you. Kole: Advice? Anastasia: yes, don't give up on the idea, Kole. It will happen. When I lost my baby, I thought it was hopeless, but now me and Ivan have a son, and a daughter on the way. It WILL happen, Kole, just have faith. Kole: I'll try. How is Alexei now? Anastasia: He was still asleep when I left. Tatiana says it might take a day or so for him to flush all that vodka out of his system. Kole: But he will be okay? Anastasia: He'll be fine, trust me. Kole: I hope so. Tatiana said I should break the news to him, and I think she's right. I'm just worried that he might do something crazy when he finds out. Anastasia: I felt the same way, but I don't think so now. The vodka was a one time knee jerk reaction. Of course, the damned National Intruder was there to cover it. Shows Kole the paper. Kole: Good grief. Anastasia: You should have heard Olga, she went right through the roof when she saw it. I'm surprised all of Russia didn't hear her. Kole: Well, they did hit kind of below the belt this time. Anastasia: Yeah, they did. I'm tempted to go and prank them, but I don't want them printing any more stories about me. Tatiana: Comes back in. How are things going? Kole: I'm feeling a little better, now that your sister has been talking to me. Tatiana: That's our Imp. Back in the war, she and Maria used to go around and cheer up the wounded soldiers. Anastasia: We were too young to nurse, like Tatiana, Olga, and Mama did. Kole: Well, I want to thank you, Anastasia. Anastasia: No problem. Tatiana: Okay, Kole, get some rest now.. Kole: Jumps in. Doctor's orders! Anastasia: Wow, that was quick...
Maria (Anastasia comes in): How is she? Anastasia: She's better! She was shocked when I told her about Alexei! Maria: Who wasn't? I mean I've never seen our brother act like this before! Anastasia: Me neither! Olga (comes in): Let's not forget he was too ill a large percent of the time to act the way he did! Maria: She's got a good point! Sam (comes in): Something good is cooking! Maria: Yeah dinner... i mean breakfast! (looks to the bacon already plated and then to Sam) Don't you even think about it either! Sam (raises her hands): Don't worry, I'll stay right here! Anastasia: Breakfast? Maria: Yeah... it's called breakfast for dinner! Anastasia: Ooh i like it! Olga: It's a cool idea! Sam: When is Tatiana coming home? Tatiana (voice): Right now! Sam (they all turn to see Tatiana in the door): I guess that answered my question then! Olga: When is Kole coming home? Tatiana: Tomorrow evening... she'll be here for dinner tomorrow don't worry! Maria: Sounds nice! Tatiana (looks to see the bacon in the pan): You do know it's dinnertime right? Maria: Yes I do know that... that's why it's called breakfast for dinner! Tatiana: Interesting! I'm going to see how Alexei is! Olga: Sure thing!
Tatiana goes upstairs... Alexei (hears knock and sighs): Come in i guess! Tatiana: Hey, how are you feeling? Alexei: Better! My head's not pounding as badly as it was earlier! And you don't sound like you're yelling at me! Tatiana: That's good! Do you think you can make it to dinner or like lunch, should we bring you up a tray? Alexei (gets up): Nah, i think i can manage! Tatiana: Good to hear! Alexei (they both go out the door): So what's Mashka cooking up tonight? Tatiana: Breakfast for dinner! Alexei: I like the idea! Tatiana: So do I! Alexei: How's Kole? Tatiana: Better! You can see her tomorrow and she comes home tomorrow evening! Alexei: Our child? (Tatiana doesn't answer) Tatiana, is something wrong? Tatiana (sighs): Kole will talk to you about this when you see her! Alexei: Something's up... what's going on? Tatiana: You'll know when you see Kole! Alexei: Tatiana!? Tatiana: Alexei... don't, just don't!
That night at dinner... Tatiana (looks around): Has anyone seen Alexei? Sam: I thought you were just with him earlier? Tatiana: I was! Then I went to the nursery while he came down to see you guys in the kitchen! Maria: He never came into the kitchen to see us! Anastasia: Maybe he's just outside, I'll go get him! Tatiana: Alright!
Center, Kole's room... Alexei: Kole...
TBC... Or maybe he's at the center! Alexei and Kole talk and don't worry this time he won't do anything foolish!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 2:01:33 GMT -5
Alexei: Kole.. Kole: Alexei, you're okay. Alexei: I'm fine. How are you? Kole: Better. Alexei: Kole, is our child okay? When I asked Tatiana, she got all evasive on me. Kole: Takes a deep breath. Alexei... our son... Alexei: Son? We have a son? Kole: Sadly shakes her head. No, we... We lost him. Alexei: Sinks into a chair. No... What.... What happened? Kole: Tatiana had to induce labour to save my life. From what I understand, the baby was already dead before he came out. Of course, I already knew. Alexei: How? Kole: The Misty Field, I saw him there. Your grandmother let me spend a few moments with him. He was beautiful. Alexei: Yeah, and now I'll never get to see him. I... Kole: Alexei.. Alexei: I... need time, Kole. Gets up. Kole: You're not going to get drunk again Alexei: No, I'm done with that. I just need time alone. Tell my sisters I'll be back... Leaves. Kole: Alexei, come back! Oh no, this is not good. Reaches for the phone.
Anichkov Palace
Anastasia: Well, he's not here. I can't find him. Maria: Where could he have gone. The phone rings, Tatiana picks up. Tatiana: Hello? Kole: On the phone. Tatiana, Alexei was just here. Tatiana: So that's where he went. Did you tell him about losing the baby. Kole: I did. He didn't take it so well. Tatiana: What do you mean? He's not going to get drunk again. Kole: No, he said he was done with that. However, he then said he needed time alone and left. He asked me to tell you that he would be back. Tatiana: When. Kole: He didn't say. Tatiana, I'm worried sick about him. Tatiana: I'll tell Sam and my sisters. Maybe we can find him. Kole: Thank you Tatiana. Both hang up. Olga: Was that Kole? Tatiana: Yes, she said Alexei was there. When she told him, he said he needed time alone and left. He told her to tell us that he would be back, but he didn't say when. Anastasia: This is really hitting him hard. Maria: Well, he was so happy at the thought of being a father. Olga: But where has he gone? Tatiana: I can guess...
Spala...
Alexei: Thinking. I need time to think, and here is most fitting, here where I almost died
Sam: He's at Spala and don't worry he'll be fine! He just needs to relax for a little while! Olga: Perhaps, perhaps you could go to Spala and talk to him? Sam (shakes head): No, i won't... this is something he has to sort out on his own! (looks directly at Olga) You won't go to Spala either! Olga: I didn't say i was going! Sam: I remember the last time he disappeared... you went after him! Olga: Yeah and if i recall correctly... i fell in a hole and got pneumonia! Sam: Exactly! Olga: Don't worry, I've learned my lesson! Tatiana: I should hope that you did Olga! Anastasia: So what do we do now? Sam: We wait... it should only take a couple weeks! Olga (palace phone rings): I'll get it! (answers) Yes? Alexei (voice): Olga? Olga: Alexei! Are you alright? Alexei (voice): I'm fine! I called only to ask a favor! Olga: Don't worry... we'll leave you alone! We understand you need some time alone to relax! Alexei (voice): Oh... I guess I don't have to ask that you all let me be alone for a while now do i? Olga: Nope, i guess you don't! Anything else? Alexei (voice): Yeah... just know that I'll be back in a couple days! Olga: Alright, I'll let them know! Alexei (voice): Thanks, bye! Olga: Yeah, bye! (hangs up) He called to ask a favor from us, however we already know what the favor is! Tatiana: To stay away? Olga: Yeah! He also wants us to know that he'll be back in a couple days... (looks to Sam) not weeks! Maria: That's good to hear! Now let's actually eat! Tatiana: I agree, I'm hungry! Sam: So am I!
Spala... Alexander III: How are you my boy? Alexei (jumps): You startled me Grandfather! Alexander III: Sorry but as a ghost isn't that what I'm supposed to do! Alexei: Funny! Alexander III: So, you didn't answer my question! Alexei: I'm... confused! Alexander III (sits next to him): Confused about what? Alexei: Everything I suppose! Alexander III: Like? Alexei: Kole for instance! Alexander III: You still love her don't you? Alexei: Of course I do! It's just... what happened! It threw me for a loop, you know? Alexander III: Well don't worry, soon another child will come and this time there shall be no complications! Alexei: Really? Alexander III: Really! You see the spirit of the one that has been lost will be put into the next child! Alexei: Interesting! (looks to him) What are you doing here anyhow? Alexander III: I was just checking up on you is all! I'll leave you alone now! Alexei (sighs): No, (smiles) stay! I don't mind actually! Alexander (chuckles): Very well! Only for a little while longer!
TBC... Aww who knew Alexander III could be a softie... but of course even he knows he'll eventually have to go as Alexei needs to sort this out on his own!
Center...
Tatiana: Kole, how are you feeling? Kole: I'm still upset. Tatiana: Well, we know where Alexei is, he went to Spala. He called us from there. Kole: And? Tatiana: He said he would be back in a couple of days. He wants to be alone to think things through Kole: At least we know where he is. Tatiana: Yeah. Don't worry, Kole, he'll be back.
Anichkov Palace...
Nicholas: We just heard. Alexei is at Spala? Maria: Yeah, he wants to be alone for a few days. Alexandra: I should go to him! Olga: Mama, no, leave him be. Give him his space. Alexandra: But... Anastasia: Mama, it will be okay. Nicholas: At least this time we know where he is.
Later, Kole falls asleep and is once again in the Misty Field...
Marie F: I have news. Kole: Yes? Marie F: The spirit of the baby you lost will be placed in your next one. Kole: Next one? Marie F: And next time there will be no complications. Kole: Alexei will be happy to hear this. Marie F: He already know. Alexander is with him now and told him.
When Kole wakes up, she calls Anichkov Palace and tells them what Marie told her.
Anastasia: Hey, Kole just called. She said...
Anastasia: She said that our Grandmother came to her! Marie I mean! Olga: In that field? Anastasia: Yeah! Olga: And? Anastasia: And she told Kole that the spirit of the child they lost will be placed in the next one! There's still hope for another child! Maria: That's wonderful news! Alexei (voice): Did you know that Dr. Malama's birthday is tomorrow? Maria (everyone's shocked to see him in the doorway): Alexei... you're back! Alexei (comes into the room): Yeah, I took one look at the calendar and realized i had to pull myself together for Tatiana's birthday! Tatiana (enters): Let's not forget the LP as well! I'm happy to see that you're back! Alexei: I'm glad to be back... by the way the spirit of... Olga: We know... Kole called and Nastya picked it up! She saw our Grandmother Marie in the misty field again! Alexei: Oh, okay then! Tatiana: Kole told me before I left! How did you know? Alexei: Our grandfather kept me company for a little while in Spala then said he had to leave because this was something i needed to sort out on my own! He was right! Sam: So does that mean you're all sorted out then? Alexei: Yes, I'll be okay now... wow, i can't believe i acted like this! Sam/Olga (Olga unexpectedly says it with her): Pain makes people do things! (looks to Olga) Thanks for your two cents! Olga (smiles): You're very welcome! Tatiana: I just want you to know that i don't mind sharing my birthday with you two! Maria: Oh... but it's your day! Tatiana (smiles as she sits): No, this year... it's OUR day! Dmitri M (puts a hand to her shoulder making her look up): Listen to the Goddess, we don't need to get her mad! Sam: Yeah, cause hell hath no fury when Goddesses get mad right? Olga (laughs): Right! Tatiana: Oh be quiet all of you! OTMA/Sam/Dmitri M: Never! Tatiana: You will be happy to know that Kole will be discharged tomorrow afternoon instead of evening! Alexei: That's so cool to hear! Maria: It's time for dinner! Tatiana: Sounds good! Sam: Let's go!
At dinner, everyone's in a good mood and why not the day's been good...
TBC... A good day means good moods for all I'm sure! See, everythings going to be okay with Alexei and Kole... Alexander III helped him and Marie Feodorovna helped her!
Next morning, Anastasia creeps into the BP's room...
Anastasia: HAPPY BIRTHDAY, GOVERNESS! Tatiana: Shoots up like a jack-in-the-box. AHHHHHHHH!! Anastasia giggles and runs out of the room. Tatiana: You better run, Imp! Olga: Well, she's right. It is your birthday, Tanya. Tatiana: Yeah, I'm 29. Little Alexandra, Victoria and Dimitri come running in. Children: Happy Birthday, Mama! All jump on the bed with their mother. Olga: Now, this is a sweet sight to see.
Kitchen, Nicholas and Alexandra are there...
Maria: She should be down soon, Mama. Alexandra: That's good to know. Nicholas: I think I hear them coming. Dimitri M: My Goddess is coming. Dimitri C-B: Dude, I know you love her, but seriously, mush. Anastasia: Sounds like me. Maria: They're here! The BP and children enter. All: Surprise! Tatiana: Oh my... Looks at Dimitri. Did you arrange this? Dimitri M: Guilty. Alexei and Kole enter. Alexei: Happy Birthday, Sis. Kole: Ditto. Tatiana: Kole, what you doing here? Kole: I was discharged early. Dimitri, your Dimitri that is, suggested we keep it a secret. Tatiana: Wow, I... At that point, Sam steps forward..
Sam: You look stunned! By the way I talked with Dr. Rudenko and Irina and they both agreed she was well enough to return home! So with your Dmitri's help we brought her home just early enough to surprise you! Tatiana: So i can see! Sam: That's not the only surprise my dear... or should I say dears! Tatiana: Dears? Sam: Olga could you help me? Olga (smiles): Sure thing! Tatiana: What are you two up to? Olga: We slaved away in the kitchen last night! Maria: Is that why there was a note on the kitchen door telling me not to enter? Olga: Yes! Sam (her and Olga come out): Yeah and this why! (TMA gasp at a cake, the text in icing says "Happy Birthday to Tatiana, Maria, and Anastasia") Anya did the text i just did the border! Maria: Anya's here? Anya (right behind her having heard that): Did you miss us? Maria (jumps and turns): You startled me! Anya (laughs): I thought that was the point? Maria: Funny! Anastasia: It's beautiful! Olga: Thank you... we tried hard! Anastasia: I don't even think i have to ask! Olga: No you don't have to ask if it's sugar free! Anastasia: I thought as much! Sam: There is one other thing I have for Tatiana... the LP will get something on their own perspective birthdays! Tatiana: Really? What is it? Sam: Dmitri... get the other version ready! Dmitri M: Right away! Tatiana: Where's he going? Sam: He'll be back, don't worry! This is for you my dear... (clears throat and reads) Looks exotic and complexion fair With tons of laughs to share Filled with care for all around Friends and family to surround This is her day, it is true So Tatiana, a very happy birthday goes straight to you
Sam: Well? Olga (Tatiana's speechless): You can still speak can't you? Tatiana: I... Sam: That's not all! Dmitri? Dmitri M (hands her something): Us guys helped make the frame! Tatiana (pulls the cover off to see a framed copy of the poem): It's beautiful! Thank you! Anastasia: What about us? What do you have in store for us on our actual days? Sam: Sorry, you'll just have to find out! Maria: Figures! Speaking of finding something out! Sam: Let it go Mashka! Maria: Alright I will! (mutters) For now! Olga: Yes Mashka? Maria: Hmm... nothing! Olga: Right!
It's Cake time, let's eat...
TBC... (Tim) Scene continues with eating! Aww isn't that just sweet?
And so, Tatiana blows out the candles...
Dimitri M: What did you wish for? Tatiana: I can't say, it won't come true. Alexandra: Happy Birthday, Tatiana. Tatiana: Thank you, Mama. Nicholas: You've all grown up so fast. Tatiana: Oh Papa. Anastasia: Let's eat.
Soon..
Tatiana: This cake is delicious. Olga: On behalf of all of us who made it, thank you. Alexandra looks at Tatiana. Tatiana: What is it, Mama? Alexandra: I'm just glad I'm here. When we had that awful fight, I was worried you'd never speak to me again. Tatiana: Oh Mama, don't say that. Yes, I was angry at you, but I would have forgiven you. Alexandra: True, and you and Maria did help me see I needed to change and get out more. For that, I thank you both. Kole: And I want to thank you, Tatiana, for saving my life. I know you had no choice but to induce labour. Tatiana: You're welcome, Kole. How are you feeling, by the way. Kole: Much better, thank you. Dimitri M: Hey, it's your birthday, take the day off, Dr. Malama! Tatiana: Sorry, habits die hard. Little Dimitri, Victoria, and Alexandra: We love you, Mama. Tatiana: And I love all of you. Maria: Now that is sweet. Olga: Sure is. Anastasia finishes her slice and reached for another. Tatiana: Nastya, slow down. Anastasia: Sorry, Governess, eating for two here. Tatiana: Well, I have you beat. I'm eating for three. Reaches for a new slice and gets it seconds before Anastasia does. Anastasia: Hey! Everyone laughs.
Aw, what fun they're having
As they've all had some fun, a favorite post party pastime comes up... Tatiana: Hey Sam? Sam: Yes Tatiana? Tatiana (with a slice of cake behind her back): I just want to (SPLAT in Sam's face) thank you for your poem! It was very sweet! Sam: Dr. Malama, you'd better start moving away from me! Tatiana (smiles): Or you'll do what? Sam (grabs a pie from nearby): I'll do this! (Tatiana gets a pie in the face) That's what I'll do and anyhow you're welcome for the poem! Tatiana: How does the saying go? Oh yes... (pies Sam back) it takes two to tango! Dmitri M (puts a bowl of pudding on her head): We can do that later! Tatiana (turns as she takes the bowl off her head): Dmitri Malama! You're going to get it now! Maria (Malama ducks and she gets hit): Come here Doc... no seriously get over here! Tatiana (ducks): Nice try Mashka! Olga: Mashka! (TM turn to see Olga pull a pie off her face) You're in trouble now! Maria (laughs as Olga gets a bowl on her head): I wouldn't be so sure Olga! Olga: Who just... (sees who's smiling) Papa! That's it... it's war now! Nicholas: Bring it on... although as the heir... Olga (SPLAT goes to Nicky): Don't start that right now! (laughs) I got you... so there! Nicholas: I got you back... (looks behind Olga) or not! Alexandra (got it since Olga ducked): Nicky! Nicholas: I'm going to go this way! Anastasia: Oh no you don't Papa! Nicholas: Malenkaya don't you... (too late) dare! Anastasia: Don't I dare what... do that... too late! Nicholas (gets her back): And getting more late! Alexei: Hey Kole (Kole turns but just as he gets closer up he goes and looks up just in time) Oh no! (Kole laughs as the bowl fall on his head instead) Are you laughing at me? (Kole shakes her head and back up like "don't you dare!" but this time he gets her) Still laughing now? Alexandra: Nicky where are you? Nicholas (something goes right on top her head): Right behind you dear! Alexandra: That does it! (gets him back) Now i get to return the favor... (gets him again) and that was for earlier! Ivan S (taps her on the shoulder): I'm afraid my angel is going to get her wings dirty! Maria: What's that supposed to mean? Ivan S (SPLAT right in Maria's face): That's what that is supposed to mean my dear! Maria: Ivan... you're in trouble now! Ivan S: Oh I'm so... (splat, he sighs) scared! Dmitri M: Hey Doc? (Tatiana shouldn't haven't turned around cause he gets her) How's your birthday? Tatiana (gets him back grinning): It's fine, no thanks to all of you! Sam: Alright, alright! ALRIGHT! (everyone stops finally) It's late! Tatiana: She's right! Let's clean up and get ready for bed! Anastasia: Who's going to make us... (throws something at Tatiana) you Dr. Malama? Tatiana: If I may? (everyone nods and she throws something back) Yes, me! (question expression forms) Oh no! Sam (Anastasia just had to duck): Bed can wait until... (goes right up and pies Tatiana) i get you back! (smiles and goes up the stairs) Goodnight everyone! Dmitri C-B: She does realize we should probably clean the room up right? Anya: Look around! Ivan S (the room IS cleaned up like nothing happened): How does she do that?
TBC... that was so much fun! Everyone had a blast!
Later...
Kole: Comes out of the shower. If I had known this was going to happen, I would have worn protective gear. Alexei: Laughs. Ah, it was fun. Tatiana had a great birthday and it was fun to unwind after what we had been through. Kole: Alexei... Alexei: Yes. Kole: We were both told that the spirit of the baby we lost would be in our next one. Alexei: I know. That is a good sign. Kole: I was worried before them. I thought maybe my womb was defective. I've only had it a short time. Alexei: Kole, it wasn't you, or me. Tatiana told me that these things happen. Sometimes things just go wrong. However, it's a freak occurrence. Kole: So our next baby should be okay. Alexei: Yes, it should.
BP Room...
Tatiana: That was a great party. Olga: I'm glad you liked it. Tatiana: And the cake was delicious. Olga: Once again thank you. Tatiana: Nastya's birthday is next. Olga: yeah, the 18th will be here before we know it. Tatiana: Time to start thinking of a gift.
LP Room...
Maria: Finally got that food out of my hair. Anastasia: Mama and Papa in a food fight. No matter how many times I see, I still don't believe it. Maria: I know. Twenty years ago, it would have been unthinkable. Anastasia: A lot of things would have been unthinkable back then. The old Empire seems like the Age Of The Dinosaurs now. Maria: Tell me about it...
Maria: Although... you do have to admit that Papa's been taking these changes better then Mama! I mean you've seen how Mama didn't even want to change! After some harsh words however... Mama changed her mind! Anastasia: I know! It's... weird! (hears a knock) Come on in! Tatiana (enters with Olga): We just wanted to say goodnight! Maria: Night! Tonight was awesome! Anastasia: I second that one! I know Kole and Alexei would agree! Olga: I agree with the LP... tonight was fun! Maria: And we're heading to bed now! Olga: Right, see you both tomorrow! Maria: Right!
Downstairs... Tatiana (voice): Sam? Sam (jumps a bit and turns to see Tatiana in the doorway): Oh hey... surprised you're still up! Tatiana: I'd say the same except I'm not surprised that you're up! Sam: Something you wanted? Tatiana: I just wanted to say that i hoped you had a good time! Sam: I had so much fun tonight! Tatiana: Good and I'm glad to hear that! Sam: Anything else? Tatiana: No not really! Sam: Oh, okay then! Tatiana (questioning expression forms): Something wrong? Sam: No, why? Tatiana: You're voice it sounds sad! Sam: I'm just thinking about... Tatiana: 1914 to before the revolution? Sam (smiles): No... but a lot of other stuff! Past stuff! Tatiana (sits and tilts her head on her arm to relax): You miss it don't you? Sam: Miss what? Tatiana: 2011! Sam (sits next to her and tilts her head on the opposite arm): Honestly... not really no! Things are so much calmer here then the future... let's put it that way! It's not so violent and wild here! I mean there's violence... but because of reputations and such it's minimal! Tatiana: A lot of morals and such are lost in your time aren't they? Sam: Yeah... although there are some that I'm kind of glad that are lost! Women can vote, hold office, and they don't only have to wear skirts! Tatiana: I can not see a woman wearing pants! That one time to find Olga couple years back when she was avoiding anger management shouldn't count! What i mean is i can't see a woman wearing pants on a day to day basis! I just can't! Sam (smiles): That's because it's way ahead of your time! In fact i think if you're lucky you'll be around when the 50's and such come... though you'll be old and gray then! (sighs) But you know something? Tatiana: What? Sam: I can't see you old and gray... I just can't! Not on a regular basis anyhow! Tatiana (gasps): Wait a minute... are you mimicking me? Sam: No, would i do a thing like that? Tatiana/Sam: Yes! Tatiana: Funny! Now what did you mean by that? Sam (gets up): Figure it out (emphasizes) Goddess... figure it out! Tatiana: What does that nickname have to do with... (kind of realizes) HEY! Sam (pokes her head in grinning): Goodnight! Tatiana: Sam... but you... what does... wait a minute!
Next Morning TBC... Too late Sam's gone! (Tim) It's breakfast time... and i think Tatiana's still a bit confused! No the women of the time are still wearing skirts and dresses! Sam was just talking about the future to come!
Breakfast, the next morning, Tatiana brings up Sam's comments of women wearing pants..
Kole: Well, Sam's right. In the future, women wear pants. Maria: Really? Kole: yeah, it will start with the upcoming war with Germany. Anastasia: How? Kole: When the men go off to war, the workforce of their countries will be depleted. So the women were hired to take their places. Many of those jobs were, will be, in factories. You can't wear a skirt there, so women will start wearing pants. Women will even help built war equipment. Rosie the Riveter Tatiana: What!? Kole: Sorry, but that term starts with the next war. Besides, thanks to Sam, much of what she said has happened here in Russia. Woman can vote and hold office. Anastasia: Yeah, remember when she wanted to run for Prime Minister. Tatiana: Also, women in Russia can become doctors now. Olga: Like you, Dr. Malama. Smiles. Kole: Also, Russia will be the first country to put women in space. It will happen in the 1960's. Maria: really? Kole: Yeah. The Americans didn't put a woman in space until the 1980's, nearly twenty years later. Dr. Sally Ride, her name will be. Of course, by my time, women went into space just as much as men did. Anastasia: Your time sounds so cool. Kole: Well, it's not all cherries and roses, as Sam said. This time is not so bad. Alexei: Considering how Russia was just ten years ago, I would agree with you Kole. Anastasia: Hmmmmm... Olga: What is it, Nastya. Anastasia: Nothing, just thinking...
Later, Maria, Tatiana, Olga, Alexei, Kole, the two D's and I's, and Sam are in the living room...
Maria: You all got the same voice mail from Nastya. Tatiana: yes, she said she wanted to show is something. Olga: What is the Imp up to now. Anastasia: Voice. This. Anastasia walks in wearing a pair of jeans. Anastasia: So, what do you all think?
Olga: Well... it's... interesting? Anastasia: Interesting? How? The stuff we wear is so much more comfortable! Tatiana: Then why... (Sam rolls her eyes) you didn't? Sam: What? She was curious! Anastasia: Would you mind changing it back now? Sam: Sure thing! What's wrong... didn't like it? Anastasia: Tatiana's right... i can't see women doing this either! Sam: Not all women will do it... a lot of women still cling to wearing skirts! Not everyone will be for wearing pants! Maria: What about you? Sam: I'm not really a jeans fan... I'm more of a regular pants fan! I know what Kole's thinking and yes I meant sweatpants! I can't stand shorts either! Olga: Shorts? Sam: Nothing, nevermind! I think the reason you didn't like it is because you're used to long flowing dresses and skirts and that's understandable! Anastasia: Never again! Sam: Works for me! (Tatiana looks at her) What? Tatiana: What did you mean last night... and don't look at me like that because you know very well what I'm talking about! Sam (smiles and gets up): Like I said... you're just going to have to figure it out! (heads to the kitchen) Can I get anyone anything? (everyone shakes their heads) To quote an old friend of mine... Tatiana: Here we go again! Anastasia: The Queen of Quotes strikes again! Sam: Can I finish? (they all look to her) Thank you! As I was saying, to quote an old friend of mine... "Okay good, okay fine!" I miss Mouse... I don't even think Vincent is born yet! Tatiana: Who? (the dining room door closes) Her and her quotes! Olga: What was said? Tatiana: We were talking about us... you guys and me! Maria: Just us sisters? Tatiana: I don't know... possibly! Anyhow, we were talking about the 50's and how we'd all be old and grey then! Anastasia: So? Tatiana: She said that for some reason she couldn't see me being old and grey! Then she said "Figure it out (emphasizes like Sam) Goddess... figure it out!" The way she emphasized that nickname... something tells me i know what she meant! Maria: Then why if you know... do you sound so confused? Anastasia: Sis, come on... get a clue! You do realize why that nickname was started right? Dmitri M (Tatiana doesn't answer): Oh honey... come on! You've always been considered the beauty of your sisters... Mashka next in line of course! Maria (sighs and rolls her eyes but smiling): Yeah, yeah, yeah! Dmitri M: See? You have the beauty of a Goddess... hence why i title you that! Olga (Tatiana hides her face): I think you've embarrassed her yet again Dmitri! Tatiana: No really? (looks to watch and jumps up): I have to go... i have to get the center as my shift starts in about an hour! I'll be home around 7 though! Olga: Alright have fun! Sam (comes back out): Where's our wonderful Doc? Maria: Off to work... that's where! Sam: Oh... well that works! Olga: So who's Vincent and why would anyone name someone Mouse? Sam: I don't think "Mouse" is his actual name... i don't know what it is actually? Maria: Well? Sam: Uh... BYE! Olga (Sam scurries out the door): What?
TBC... Kole has to explain Beauty and the Beast... Sam's taking a walk by the way! The pants/shorts subject is closed... they just aren't used to it which is understandable! Oh our dear, dear Goddess... uh i mean Tatiana! The quote is from Mouse from Beauty and the Beast the series... in name only!
Kole: Beauty And The Beast was a TV series. Goes on to explain. Maybe Sam can conjure it up for you all. Anastasia: Sounds interesting. Kole: As for pants, I can understand you all, not being used to them. However, I still wear them. Maria: Of course, you're from a time when it is common to wear them. Alexei: What are these shorts that Sam mentioned. Looks at Kole. I'd like to see you in them. Kole: Smiles. Down boy! Anastasia: Nice to see you two recovered. Kole: Yeah, your grandmother is a wise person. Alexei: As is our grandfather. He's really changed too. Maria: I guess a stint in hell will do that for you.
Tsarskoe Selo...
Nicholas: You know, Alix, I was thinking of a trip to our place in Finland. Maybe we could have Anastasia's birthday there. Alexandra: that's a good idea, Nicky. Nicholas: I'll call Anichkov Palace and ask if they want to go. Reaches for the phone..
Anichkov Palace, the phone rings, Anastasia picks up.
Anastasia: Hello? Nicholas: On phone. Hello Anastasia. Anastasia: Papa. Nicholas: I was wondering if you all would like to go to Finland. We could have your birthday there. Anastasia: I think I'd like that. I'll ask the others and get back to you...
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:42:58 GMT -5
Olga (Anastasia comes in): Who was on the phone? Anastasia: Papa! He wanted to know if we wanted to go to Finland and celebrate my birthday there! I told him I'd call back after asking you all about it! Tatiana: I'd love to go to Finland! Olga: Me too! Maria: Count me in! Alexei (he and Kole nod at each other): Count us in! Ivan S: We'll of course go too! Tatiana: Oh but of course! (turns) Sam? Sam: I think it's an awesome idea... (smiles) in fact i may have an idea! Excuse me will you? Olga (Sam exits): She's up to something! Tatiana: When isn't she? Maria: Good point! Olga (Dmitri C-B is smiling): What are you grinning about? Dmitri C-B: Oh nothing... i just remember the last time we were there! Maria: Oh right... what did Sam call them again? Alexei: The Romanov Olympics... not that Olga didn't have it coming to her though! Olga: HEY! Tatiana (smiling): Yes, Olga?
Olga just shakes her head. A bit away so no one can hear... Sam (dials a number): Nicky? Nicholas (voice): Yes Sam? Sam: Quickly pack and meet me at the dock to the Polar Star! Nicholas (voice): Why? Sam: Just do it! (hangs up) I could've just said "because I say so!" Nicholas (goes to): Alix? Alexandra: Yes dear? Nicholas: Sam just called and she wants us to pack quickly and meet her at the dock to the Polar Star! Alexandra: Why? Nicholas: All she said was to just do it and then she quickly hung up! Alexandra: Let's go then!
Dock and they're waiting... Olga: Okay so why did we pack and come here? Sam: You'll see! (looks around) Where are your parents? Tatiana (looks to phone): We just may find out! (answers) Yes Mama? Alexandra (voice): We're almost there! We just wanted to let you know! Tatiana: Alright Mama! (nods) I'll tell them! (hangs up) There almost here! Maria (hears a car and turns): Correction... they are here! Sam: About time! (gestures to yacht) Let's go! Anastasia: Where are we going? Sam: Now it wouldn't be a surprise if i told you now would it? Maria: I guess not!
They reach their destination... Anastasia: Finland! Sam: One and only! Nicholas: This was your plan? Sam: I figured when Nastya brought going to Finland up... why wait when we can head there right now? Tatiana: Smart move but one problem! OMA: Work! Sam: Oh don't worry (winks to Dmitri M) right Dmitri? Dmitri M: Right! Olga: So you guys knew? Dmitri M: No, all Sam asked was for me to call the center and put in some vacation time for Tatiana... she just didn't say why! Tatiana (smiles): You thought of everything didn't you? Sam (goes in grinning): Oh i did!
TBC... (Tim) Kole's confused on the conversation back at the palace about the "Romanov Olympics"... of course one has to mention Sam sitting on the steps eating popcorn! Very soon I just may start another round of it... only slightly different!
Everyone settles in...
Kole: Alexei, what was this "Romanov Olympics" that Sam brought up before we came here? Alexei: Oh, that. Well, Olga's Dmitri felt that she was reading too much, so he decided to do something about it. Kole: What? Olga: He took my book and tossed it to Anastasia. When I asked her for it back, he tossed it to someone else. It seems everyone was in on it. Kole: What happened? Alexei: Well all got involved. Kole: To Tatiana. Even you? Tatiana: Yes, I felt Olga needed to go out. Anastasia: Sam just sat there and watched with a bowl of popcorn as the Romanov Olympics happened. Maria: Unfortunately, Mama was taking a nap and we woke her up. She was not happy. Neither was Papa, they put a stop to it pretty quick. Kole: Sounds like it was fun. Maria: It was. Olga: Speak for yourself, Mashka. Kole: I missed a lot. Alexei: Well, maybe a rematch is in order.
Meanwhile...
Nicholas: This is interesting. Alexandra: What is it, Nicky? Nicholas: The President of Finland wants to pay us a visit here. Alexandra: That's nice. Nicholas: He also wants to meet the Heir to the Russian Throne. Alexandra: Sounds like another diplomatic test for Olga. Well, she is going to have to get used to meeting Heads Of State when she becomes Tsarina. When is the President visiting? Nicholas: Tomorrow. Alexandra: I'll go tell Olga then. Maybe we should have Tatiana and Sam present as well, to help. Nicholas: Sounds good to me.
And so...
Alexandra: Olga. Olga: Yes, Mama? Alexandra: I have news...
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:44:02 GMT -5
Olga: What's going on Mama? Alexandra: The President of Finland is coming to visit us tomorrow! Olga: Why? Alexandra: He wishes to meet the Heir to the Russian Throne! Olga: He wishes to meet me! Alexandra: Yes Olga, he wishes to meet you! Olga: Why? Alexandra: Simply because you're the heir... and your father and I agree that this would be a good test for you! A good test of diplomacy! Olga: Sure Mama... I don't mind! Alexandra: You don't? Olga: No Mama I totally mind! (smiles) I'm only joking Mama! After the reception at the French Embassy with their new Ambassador... well it helped! I've gotten a bit more comfortable with my new role! Alexandra: Oh well that's good to hear! Olga: In fact Mama? Alexandra: Yes, Olga? Olga: I can't wait for it actually! Alexandra: I was thinking of having Sam and Tatiana come to support you! Olga: No, don't Mama! Alexandra: Don't? Olga: I need to learn to do this on my own! Tatiana especially won't always be there and I have to get used to that! Alexandra: That is a very diplomatic and independent answer Olga and I couldn't be prouder! Olga (smiles): Why thank you Mama! Alexandra: As you were dear! Oh and by the way your father's already talking to them! Olga: Oh!
In another room... Tatiana (Olga comes in): Papa just talked to us! Sam: We'll be happy to be there if you need support in dealing with this! Olga: Mama just told me! No, not that i don't love you both but i don't want you two to be there! Sam: You don't? Tatiana (feels Olga's head): Olga are you feeling alright? Olga (laughs and bats Tatiana's hand away): I'm fine! Remember what i said about that reception at the French Embassy? Sam: Yes... and we recall that you couldn't stop speaking in French! Olga: Exactly! Remember how I said that the French Ambassador gave great words of encouragement? Tatiana: Yes and you said that if ever you complained about being heir or were negative about it to set you straight! Olga: Yeah and when i pouted and acted like i changed my mind Nastya slapped my arm... of course i was just testing to see what would happen! Sam: So you'll be okay with this? Olga: I'll be fine, don't worry actually! Tatiana: Alright! (grins) You sure you don't need me to examine your head? Olga (playfully bats Tatiana's hand away as she pretends she checking for a fever): Ha, ha and no... now knock it off! Tatiana: Are you sure? Olga: Yes! Now if you'll excuse me I'm going to go.. Sam/Tatiana: Read! Olga: Perhaps after lunch... or maybe tomorrow! Sam: Right! Tatiana: Lunch? Sam: Sounds good!
At lunch...
TBC... Well Olga's in a good mood about this... and it's lunch time! On your mark, get set, run off with Olga's book... I'll start Romanov's Olympics second edition after the president's visit so it's more "appropriate" timing... her Dmitri will be waiting for her this time!
Olga: I'm all ready to meet the President tomorrow. Maria: That's good to know. Kole: Finland used to be part of Russia, right? Alexei: Well, not exactly Kole. Kole: Huh? Alexei: It was called the Grand Duchy of Finland. Although connected to the Russian Empire, it has a lot of autonomy. Also, Papa's title was different here. Nicholas: Yes, in Finland I was the Grand Prince, instead of Emperor. Kole: Oh. I wasn't sure. So, Finland became an independent country after the war then. Alexandra: Yes, that's right.
The next day, the President of Finland arrives..
Nicholas: Welcome, Mr. President. POF: Thanks for having me, Your Highness. Nicholas: First of all, we can skip the titles. I'm Nicholas, this is my wife, Alexandra. Alexandra: Pleased to meet you. POF: Likewise. You can call me Haakon then. Olga steps forward. Alexandra: This is our daughter, Olga Nicholaievna. Olga: How do you do? POF: Happy to meet you. Olga: Thank you. POF: So you're the Heir to the throne now. Olga: Yes, the Pauline Laws were scrapped last year. POF: I'd heard about that. Russia has changed a lot these past few years. Olga: Yes, it has. And I'm glad for it. POF: As am I.
The visit is a success. Later, after the President has left...
Alexandra: Olga, you were wonderful. Olga: thank you, Mama. Nicholas: You're going to be a great Tsarina when the times comes. Olga: I think i know that now.
And so...
Tatiana: How did it go? Olga: It went great. Anastasia: And you made all that fuss about being Tsarina. Olga: Well, I was overwhelmed, but since the Reception at the French Embassy, I've gotten used to it. Maria: Well, I'm hungry. Let's go see what there is to eat...
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:44:53 GMT -5
Olga: I agree! Too much talking has made me hungry! Tatiana: I bet! Sam (OTM come in for lunch): Afternoon! Olga: Hey! Sam: How did it go with the President? Olga: It went great! I'm actually starting to be more and more okay with one day ruling! Sam: That's good to hear! Tatiana: What's for lunch? Sam (gestures with head): You're looking at it! By the way i brought some deer meat that we got from Spala! Tatiana: Nice! Maria: Venison is always good... well when it's cooked! Sam: Does it look raw to you? Maria: No but... who cooked it? Olga (Sam smiles): You can hunt, skin and bag the deer but you can also cook it? (Sam nods) Is there anything related to hunting you can't do? Sam: You forget who i was around... a lot! OT: She's all the way in Greece! Sam: Exactly! Olga: You're good! Sam: You bet! Tatiana: Where are the others? Sam: They're somewhere... actually they're coming in now! Alexandra: I thought that I would prepare lunch! Maria: You don't have to Mama! Someone already beat you to it! Nicholas: But who... (Sam sits and smiles) is there anything you can't do? Tatiana: We'd answer that for you Papa but we won't! Nicholas: Right! Sam: Are we going to eat or what? Olga: Let's sit! Tatiana: Oh no! Sam: Something wrong Tatiana? Tatiana: Mama's a vegetarian! Sam: Oh don't worry... why do you think the pasta was the first thing i picked up to pass to your mother? Tatiana: You thought of everything didn't you? Sam: But of course I did! Nicholas: You did well! Sam: Why thank you Nicky!
Later on... Olga (looks like she's looking for something): Where did I put that book? (shuffling things around, looking under things) I know, I know i put my book right here on the table before going into lunch! (shuffling more things around) It's got to be here... I know I put it here! Dmitri C-B: Uh Olga? Olga (turns): Not now Dmitri... I'm trying to find something! Dmitri C-B (you see the book behind his back then back to Olga looking around): Did you lose something? Olga: My book! I put it down right here on the table... i know i did! I put it down so that after lunch i could come out and pick it up and continue my chapter! Dmitri C-B (pulls it out from behind his back): Oh you mean this book? Olga (looks to the book then to Dmitri): Dmitri!? Don't you start this again! That story should never have been dredged up! Dmitri C-B: Although even if it wasn't... this would've most likely happened anyhow! Olga (going towards him, trying to keep her cool): Dmitri... honey... please... hand me... my... book! Dmitri C-B: This book? You mean the one in my hand? Olga: Dmitri!? Dmitri C-B: You mean the one you've been looking for? Olga: Dmitri... I'm warning you! Now please... be reasonable and hand me my book! Dmitri C-B: You know me... I'm always reasonable! Olga (Dmitri runs off with her book): DMITRI! (chases after him) Not again!
TBC... Romanov Olympics Round 2 has begun! Luckily Alix isn't napping as her and Nicky are out walking! It's going to be a while before this round ends though! Soon I'll have Sam pop up her popcorn... though she may help occasionally!
Dimitri C-B: Sees Tatiana. Catch! Tosses her the book Tatiana: Thanks. Runs off. Olga: TATIANA! GET BACK HERE! Chases her. Aha, Governess, you're pregnant, you can't run as fast as the last time. Tatiana: Maybe I can't, but she can. Here Mashka. Throws the book to Maria. Olga: Mashka! Get back here. Maria: Come and get me. Runs off with Olga in pursuit. Olga: Oh I will. Maria: Ivan, here! Tosses the book to Ivan S. Ivan S: Thanks Angel. Olga chases him for a few moments. Kole, catch! Throws the book to Kole. Kole: Thanks. Runs off. Olga: Not you too! Kole: Yeah, me too. This is fun. Olga: As she is chasing Kole. Speak for yourself. Kole: Alexei! Throws the book to him. Alexei: Got it! Olga: ALEXEI! Alexei: Gotta go. Zooms off. Soon. Alexei: Heads up, Imp. Anastasia: Catches the book. Got it, and despite being pregnant, I CAN run fast. Olga: We'll see, Imp. Olga chases Anastasia. Anastasia: Ivan, catch! Ivan K: Catches the book. Got it, Comrade Imp! Olga: And I have you. Ivan K: Guess again. Runs off. Olga: AUUUGGHHHHH!! Meanwhile, Sam has conjured another bowl of popcorn and is enjoying it all.
In the woods...
Nicholas: I'm really proud of Olga, Alix. Alexandra: Me too. It looks like she is ready to rule someday. Of course, it's just a figurehead now, so she won't have to deal with the issues we did. Nicholas: True, signing that Constitution was the best thing I ever did. Even my father agrees with it now. Alexandra: After a stint in hell. At least he learned from his mistakes. Nicholas: Want to go back now? Alexandra: No, Nicky, not yet. It's such a lovely day. I'm sure they're all back there enjoying the peace and quiet...
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:45:55 GMT -5
Back to the Romanov Olympics... Olga: Dmitri hand over that book! Dmitri C-B (stops): Sure... (runs off again) well eventually! Olga: DMITRI! (stops and looks at the steps and goes over): You're enjoying the show again aren't you? Sam: Oh yeah... all i need is fireworks to end it! Olga: You and your popcorn! Sam (lifts the bowl): Care for some? Olga: No, i don't care for any... you could help you know!? Sam: Sure I'll help... let me give you some advice Olga! Olga: What? Sam: If you stand there talking to me... you'll lose whoever has your book next! There, i helped! Olga (gasps): That wasn't helpful! Maria (in the doorway waving Olga's book): I guess Olga, you don't want your book back! Olga: MASHKA! (looks to Sam) This isn't over! (hot on Maria's heels) GET BACK HERE! Sam: This is too much fun! (pops some more popcorn in her mouth) Way too much fun!
As they're walking... Alexandra: Nicky? Nicholas: Yes? Alexandra: Did you ever imagine the day would come when you would sign a Constitution? Nicholas: No... i never thought it was possible! God allowed us Romanovs to rule Russia or so i believed... it took almost losing you and the children to set me straight that he didn't! Alexandra (smiles): What do you think, if you could go back and tell yourself that one day you wouldn't be an autocrat... what do you think the past you would say? Nicholas (laughs): I'd most likely say the same things i told Sam! That the people wanting to kill us was nonsense and ridiculous stuff like that! Alexandra: You're right, you probably would!
Back to... Sam: Hey Dr. Malama? Tatiana: Can't talk right now! Here Ivan, catch! Ivan S: Gladly! Come and get it Library Girl! Olga: That name just had to pop up didn't it!? Sam: Tatiana! Tatiana (goes over): You wanted to see me? Sam: Sit! Tatiana: Olga.. Sam: I know but sit... we don't need you to strain yourself! Besides you can enjoy the show with me! Tatiana: You have a point... very well then! Sam (Tatiana sits next to her): Popcorn? Tatiana: Gladly! Olga (voice): IVAN HAND OVER THAT BOOK! Ivan S (comes into view): Never! Imp, catch! Anastasia: Got it! Olga: Not you again! (looks) Oh Tatiana don't turn into her! Tatiana: Sorry, too late! Kole's behind you with your book! Olga: Kole... (Kole runs off although Olga almost gets her) get back here! Maria (rushes in): Mama and Papa are coming back in! Alexei (has the book): I know just what to do! Maria: What? Alexei: I'll tell you later! Maria: Alright, well I'll get dinner started! Olga (comes into view): Who has my book now? Tatiana: Sorry, but you just missed them!
At Dinner... Nicholas: How was everyone's day? Tatiana: It was peaceful and nothing but quiet... right Olga? Olga (Maria gently steps on her foot, she quietly gasps): Right! Maria (Olga glares at her): See, it's a been a good day! Alexandra: What did everyone do today? Kole:
TBC... (Tim) The scene continues with Kole's line and Nicky and Alix assuming the day was nothing but peaceful... although Olga will be looking at everyone secretly with annoyance! The Olympics continue the next day... as far as Nicky and Alix know it's been a peaceful day! Alexei hides the book under his bed so Olga can't find it... they resume it the next day after Nicky and Alix go out again!
Kole: Oh nothing much. It was pretty peaceful around here. Anastasia: Yeah, we just relaxed. Olga is giving them all dagger eyes. Alexandra: Olga? Is everything all right? Olga: Fine, Mama. Alexandra: You seem annoyed at something. Olga: No, I'm not. Sorry if I gave that impression. Nicholas: Good, I just hope we don't have any big issues like we did that last time we were at Spala. Tatiana: No, Papa, we won't.
Later, Kole and Alexei are in their room...
Kole: Do you have the book safely hidden? Alexei: Yeah, it's under my bed. Kole: Good. Your sister is on the warpath looking for it. Alexei: Yes, but she won't raise an issue with Mama and Papa around. She'll just quietly fume until tomorrow. Kole: And then... Alexei: The Olympics begin again.
The next day...
Nicholas: Alix, it's another nice day out. Alexandra: You don't have to ask me twice. We'll be back in a couple of hours. Maria: Okay Mama. Nicholas and Alexandra are no sooner out the door when... Olga: To Alexei. Okay, dear brother, hand over my book! Alexei: Holds it up. This book? Olga: Yes, that one. Alexei: Tosses it to Anastasia, who runs away. Oops! Olga: NASTYA, GET BACK HERE...
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:46:48 GMT -5
Anastasia: Nope! Here, Mashka catch! Maria: Got it! Olga: What is this Romanov Olympics Day 2? Maria: You could say that! Tatiana (on steps with Sam): Having fun? Olga (turns to see them): Not again! Tatiana: Less talking to us more going after... (looks behind her) your Dmitri! Olga (turns to see Dmitri C-B wave the book): Dmitri, you give me that book! Dmitri C-B: One of us will eventually! Tatiana (Dmitri runs off with Olga in hot pursuit): You were right, you know? Sam (pops some popcorn into her mouth): Right about what? Tatiana (does the same): About this being fun! Sam: Yeah, well Olga needs to get out more! Tatiana: I agree! Olga (voice): Alexei hand over that book! Alexei (comes into view and up the stairs between Tatiana and Sam): Never! Olga (races up after him between the two): I want my book back! Alexei (from balcony before Olga can get to him): Tatiana! Tatiana (looks up): What? Alexei (tosses it down): Catch! Tatiana (smiles and grabs it): I got it! Alexei: Toss it back up! Tatiana (hands book to Sam): You do the honors? Sam (accepts it quickly): Gladly! (tosses it up) Here you go! Alexei: Thanks, hey Doc catch again! Tatiana (does so): What are you doing? Sam: May I? (Tatiana gives her the book and she tosses it back up) I know what he's doing! (gestures) Catch it again! Olga (who has been having to race up and down the steps): You know I'm really getting tired of this! Tatiana (gives Sam the book and she tosses it back up to Alexei): Oh I see, we're making Olga go up the stairs then down... and then repeat! Alexei: Exactly! Sam (gets and throws it back up): I don't think Olga knows it... but the others are watching! Tatiana: Now it's their turn to enjoy a good show! Sam: I know! Maria: Run Olga, run! Olga (as Alexei tosses it down): You be quiet! Tatiana, if you'd please? Tatiana: Sure thing Olga? (she hands it to Sam who tosses it back up) There you go! Olga: Gahh! Alexei!? Alexei (tosses it down): Toss it to one of the others! Tatiana: Gladly! Dmitri M: I'll take it again! Olga (rushes down the steps as Dmitri M goes off): Dmitri! Thanks Tatiana! Tatiana: You're very welcome! Dmitri M: Kole catch! Olga: This is getting on my last nerves! Sam: Isn't that the point? Tatiana: You may want to go after Kole, you know? Olga (Kole waves the book like "come and get it"): Kole, hand over that book! Sam (Kole smiles and shakes her head then runs off): I guess that's a no! Tatiana (Olga goes after Kole): There she goes! Sam (senses it): Guys! GUYS! You're parents will be back any minute! Maria: I'll take it this time! (Kole tosses it to her and she runs upstairs) Excuse me, if you will? Olga: Mashka, the book? Maria: You'll get it soon don't worry!
At dinner... Nicholas: How was everyone's day? Sam: It was good... if you ask me! Olga (pretends she's not annoyed): Oh yeah, it was great! Alexandra: What did everyone do while we were out? Maria: Well, we...
TBC...(Tim) Maria's line continues with things like reading, sitting and having conversations, etc and nothing about the 2nd Romanov Olympics! Now it's Maria's turn to hide it under her bed! Once again, Nicky and Alix know nothing! Don't worry soon she'll get her book back!
Maria: Oh just reading and stuff. Are you and Papa enjoying your walks? Alexandra: Yes, we are. Finland is lovely. Nicholas: It sure is. Anastasia: Yeah, and I love the mushrooms! Kole: Yeah, they taste good. Alexandra: So, Anastasia, excited for your birthday tomorrow? Anastasia: Yeah,I am. I'm turning 25. Wow! Tatiana: The Imp that terrorized her tutors is now a young woman. Olga: Like poor Mr. Gilliard. It's a wonder he didn't have nervous breakdown. Anastasia: Hey, I only locked him in the closet that one time. Maria: Yeah, when you weren't climbing trees to avoid lessons. Anastasia: Well, you know i don't do that anymore. I have a son, and another child on the way. Alexandra sobs slightly. Tatiana: Mama, what's wrong? Alexandra: Nothing. You've all just grown up so fast. I think I need to take a nap. Tatiana: Want me to come with you, Mama? Alexandra: No, I'll be fine. Leaves. Olga: Is Mama okay? Nicholas: She is. Just all of you growing up sometimes hits her. It hits me too. Remember all your weddings? Maria: When you wouldn't let go, yeah, we remember.
And so...
Kole: You don't need to examine me, Tatiana, I'm fine. Tatiana: Well, I'm doing so anyway, as your doctor and sister-in-law. Kole: Okay. Examination proceeds. Tatiana: Well, Kole, you're fine. Kole: I told you I was. Tatiana: Just after what happened, we can't be too careful. Kole: No, I suppose not.
Later, Alexei and Kole are outside...
Alexei: There are some more mushrooms. Kole: I'll get them. Does so. Do we have enough for the party tomorrow? Alexei: I think so. How are you feeling, Kole? Kole: You too? I'm fine, trust me. Losing the baby was hard, but at least we'll know we'll get him back someday. Alexei: That's true. Well, it's starting to get dark, we better head back. Kole: Okay.
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:48:46 GMT -5
Next morning, Tatiana creeps into the LP's room... Tatiana: HAPPY BIRTHDAY, IMP! Anastasia: Shoots up like a jack-in-the-box. GAAAHHHHHHHH!! Tatiana: Grins. Now we're even! Runs out of the room. Anastasia: Now that was dirty pool. Maria: Well, you did do that to her on her birthday. I guess she wanted to get you back. Anastasia: Yeah, I guess she did. Let's go down to breakfast. Maria: A very Happy Birthday to you, Nastya. Anastasia: Thanks. Happy Birthday Anastasia Sam (Anastasia enters): She's awake! Anastasia (smiles): No, I'm still totally asleep! Tatiana: Oh I'm sorry imp... did i startle you back? Anastasia: Yeah, you did! You're right, we're even! Sam: I'm lost! Tatiana: I did the same to her that she did to me on my birthday? (Sam raises an eyebrow as though she's confused) She crept into the BP room and screamed happy birthday to me... needless to say I bolted up fast wondering what was going on? She giggled and ran out! So i thought wouldn't it be perfect if i returned the favor! Anastasia: And she did! Sam: Well happy birthday imp! (Anastasia just looks at her) What? Anastasia: You have something planned don't you? Sam: I admit nothing nor deny nothing! Anastasia (Sam walks away smiling): Oh yeah, she has something planned! Tatiana: Would that surprise you? Anastasia (shakes her head): No, not really! Where are our sisters? Tatiana (smiles): Olga's upstairs looking for her book! Maria's... i don't know where she is actually! Maria (comes out): I was in the kitchen! Olga still upstairs? Tatiana: She's determined to find her book! Maria (sees Olga): Oh look, here she's comes! Olga: Where is my book? Anastasia: Oh it's around somewhere! Olga: You, you are so lucky! Anastasia: I am, why? Olga: Because today's your birthday! Anastasia: Oh, you're right it is! Olga: I want my book back! Maria: Don't worry about it for now! (she pulls the imp to the side where Olga can't hear) Remember, my bed! Anastasia: Oh I haven't forgotten! Maria: Be right back... I have to check breakfast! (Anastasia nods, Maria goes into the kitchen) Drop it! Sam (drops the bacon): How do you do that? Maria: Like someone once said... i have eyes in the back of my head! Sam (smiles): Would that someone be... (playfully gasps) me? Maria: No our other Witch woman... yes you! Sam (as she goes out the kitchen door): Figures! Olga (Sam comes out): Have you seen my book anywhere? Sam (she knows where): Nope, sorry!
Later after breakfast... Olga: Where'd the imp go? Anastasia (appears): I went upstairs! Olga: Where's my book? Anastasia (smiles, the book is behind her back): Somewhere, that's all i know! Olga: Why do I doubt that! Anastasia: Olga? Olga: What? Anastasia (hold up the book): Happy Birthday! Olga (takes book): You do know it's your birthday and not mine right? Anastasia: I know! Olga (laughs as the imp skips off): At least i have my book back! Nicholas (enters): Your sister is in a good mood! Olga (smiles): She is... and so am I! Today's a very nice day! Nicholas: I agree! Do you know where she went off to? Olga (opens her book): She went (points) that way! (Nicky nods and exits) Finally i can finish my chapter!
Nicky finds her outside... Nicholas: Malenkaya? Anastasia (looks up): Yes Papa? Nicholas: Would you like to take a walk with me? Anastasia: Gladly! (as they're walking) Something on your mind Papa? Nicholas: A lot of things! Anastasia: Like? Nicholas (chuckles): I'm just thinking... Anastasia (smiles): Papa, I'm not a little girl anymore! Nicholas (sighs): I know, I know! I've sometimes wondered about things like climbing trees and stuff! Anastasia (smiles): What about it? Nicholas: Do you remember when I went to the front? Anastasia: Of course I do! Those weren't necessarily good times, Papa! Nicholas: Let me ask you something! Anastasia: Of course! Nicholas: Were you still climbing trees while i was gone? Anastasia (goes innocent): Who me? (Nicky smiles at her) Sometimes! I think Sam almost wanted to climb up herself to get me!(looks to her father) Don't worry, i came down eventually and went to lessons! Nicholas: That's good to know! Anastasia (looks to phone): We're wanted back inside! Nicholas: Let go then!
They return inside! Anastasia (looks at everything around her decorated): Wait a minute... this room wasn't like this earlier! (looks to Nicky) You were just getting me out of the house as a distraction! Nicholas (laughs): I was! Anastasia: This is so cool! Sam (helps Maria): Anyone want any sugar? Anastasia: Love some but I'm diabetic now remember? Tatiana (Sam nods to her): No there is sugar in the cake! Anastasia: But you said... Tatiana: Remember you can splurge once and a while... just don't overdo it! I figure today's your birthday... so go on ahead! I approve! Anastasia: Dr. Malama? Tatiana: Yeah? Anastasia: You are just too cool! Tatiana (smiles): That's what sisters are there for right? Anastasia: Right! (Sam clears throat) Here comes whatever she's been up to! Sam: Before we eat... there's something I must say so here it goes! Our Young Imp (You see Anastasia smiling and folding her arms, she's not too easily embarrassed) Our young imp, how silly you can be The humor of life always being what you see Laughter and jokes are great fun Always prepared for any pun Today's your birthday, yes that's true So happy birthday young imp from me to you Sam (sees her just grinning): You are so not easy to get unlike your sisters! Anastasia: I know... and don't any of you forget it! Olga: Oh we won't, trust us! Sam: Let's eat! Anastasia: Yes, eating is good! Tatiana: Just remember... (Anastasia says it with her) don't overdo it! Anastasia: I know Dr. Malama... I know!
TBC... the party continues of course! I just may put in a foodfight but you'll have to wait and see! Look, Olga has her book back!Ivan K: There's my Comrade Imp. Happy Birthday. Anastasia: Thank you, Ivan. Did you help with all this? Ivan K: I sure did. That is why your father got you out of here for a while. Anastasia: I thought as much. what's for dinner? Alexei and Kole enter. Kole: We made some soup out of some mushrooms. Anastasia: Good, I like that. Alexei: In fact, it's almost time to eat. And so... Anastasia: the meal was great. Maria: Thank you. Olga: It's fun. Alexandra: What is. Olga: Making our own meals. We would never have been allowed to do that in the old Empire. Tatiana: We would never have been allowed to do a lot of things, including marrying the men we love. Kole: I guess I'd have two strikes against me. I'm a commoner, and I'm not Russian. Alexei: Well, you're partly right, Kole. The part about you not being royal. However, Mama came from Germany, and our grandmother came from Denmark. Kole: Slaps her forehead. That's right. Silly of me to forget it. Alexei: That's okay. Kole: I've read the family tree. A lot of the Royal families of Europe are related, cousins marrying cousins. Nicholas: That's right, Kole, it happened all the time. Kole: Well, at least none of them turned out to be a three fingered, banjo playing freak. Everyone just looks at her, except Sam, who laughs. Tatiana: I'm sorry, what... Kole: Oh, that's right, you've never seen the Wrong Turn movies. Sam should conjure them up sometime. Pretty scary though. Maria: I think the cakes ready. Be right back. Anastasia: My cake, oh boy. Thanks Dr. Malama, for okaying it. Tatiana: As I said, it's your birthday, and you have been very good. Maria comes out with the cake and Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you. Happy Birthday dear Anastasia, Happy Birthday to you! The fun continues..Ivan K (pulls her hair back): Here let me help you! Anastasia: Thanks Ivan! (she blows the candles out) There we go! Ivan K: So? Anastasia: I'm not saying! Sam: Let's eat! Anastasia: I agree! This day has been so cool! Olga: I have to agree! Tatiana: So how's your chapter... did you finish it? Olga: I did... finally! (looks to their parents) So many distractions and preparing for this didn't give me time! Sam: Right! Nicholas: Are we missing something? Olga: I don't think so Papa! Sam: There is one other surprise! Anastasia: There is? Sam: Technically it's for everyone actually! Look to the door! Man (hears Sam clear her throat and enters): By Jove, you aren't going to eat that cake without me are you? OTMAA: UNCLE GEORGE! Alexandra: When did you get here? George: About an hour or so ago! Anastasia: But how? George: I received a call from someone that a certain young lady was having a birthday! Anastasia: Me! Sam (everyone turns to look to her): Yes? Nicholas: You made the call? Sam: I admit nothing nor deny nothing! (rolls her eyes) Yes I made the call! I thought it would be a nice surprise! George (laughs): Is it? Anastasia: It's a very awesome surprise! George: However, I can't stay very long but I will have some cake! Anastasia: I hope so! Olga (goes next to Sam): You're good! Sam (smiles): And getting better all the time... right Cousin Dmitri? Dmitri P (enters): Yes, you're getting better all the time! Anastasia: COUSIN DMITRI! Alexei: Is there anyone else you plan on having appear? Sam: Yeah there is! (yells) TRY FOUR OTHER PEOPLE! (the four enter, everyone's shocked) Surprise! Alexei: NAGORNEY! Nagorney: I was able to take some time off and she called at the right moment! Sablin: We couldn't help but come as well! Yurovsky: Thought you could get rid of us? Tatiana: Never... in fact, why would we want to? Rodionov: Good answer doc! Tatiana: Funny! Nicholas: Interesting! Olga: What? Nicholas: No Misha, or them? Sam: I'm guessing they're busy... I couldn't get a hold of them! But it doesn't mean they aren't thinking of us, I'm sure! Nicholas: How very true!
After eating... George: Well I'm afraid i have to head back before Parliament has my head! Nicholas: Still budgeting for the military? George: Almost finished on the deal! We'll show those fools in Germany who's boss! Tatiana: Good, we can't let them win! Alexei (looks to Kole): I agree! George: Goodbye all! (nods to Sam) Young lady! Sam (nods back): George! (George exits) Now that he's gone... imp? Anastasia: Yeah? Sam (a slice of cake goes right in the imp's face): Happy birthday... young imp! Anastasia: Uh... guests? Sam: Oh i gave fair warning when i called! Anastasia (splats her back): Oh good... then we're even then! Alexandra (Nicky smiles at her): Nicky... don't you dare! Dmitri P (a bowl goes right over her head): If he won't dare... i will! Alexandra: Dmitri Pavlovich! Dmitri P: Yeah? (she gets him back) I should've seen that coming! Alexandra (smiles): But you didn't! Dmitri P: Oh it's on, now! Alexandra: What do the young ones say... oh yes! Bring it Dmitri! Nicholas: I'm going this... (Maria splats him) way! Oh Mashenka... (gets her back) i needed that! Maria (splats him back): You're welcome Papa! Sam: Hey Dmitri, cousin Dmitri! (Dmitri turns just to get a pie in his face) Here's something from your favorite witch woman! Dmitri P: Well good... (gets her back) my favorite witch woman's going to get knocked off her broom! Sam (gets up): Or not! Yurovsky (who got hit instead): That's just what i needed! It's on boy! Dmitri P: Bring it old man! Yurovsky: Old man!? You're going to get it now! (gets him) Just like that! Who's old now boy? Dmitri P (gets him back): You still are!
The food fight continues a little while longer...
TBC... Now aren't those nice surprises! Food fight continues for a bit longer and then let's see what happens after!Later...Kole: Well, I should have seen that coming. Alexei: I know. It was fun though. Nagorney comes in. Nagorney: I heard about your baby. I'm so sorry. Alexei: Thanks. It was hard. Kole: But we're okay. Nagorney: that's good to know. Meanwhile... Anastasia: Now that was a great party. Ivan K: Did you enjoy the surprise guests. Anastasia: I sure did. And of course the food fight. Ivan K: Yeah, that seems to become a tradition at parties now. Anastasia smiles. Ivan K: What is it, Comrade Imp. Anastasia: I was just thinking, this is another thing that would never have happened in the old Empire. Ivan K: True, but the old Empire is no more. Anastasia: And I don't miss it. Ivan K: Me neither. Meanwhile.Tatiana: Today was lovely! Dmitri M: I have to agree! Olga: At least i finally got my book back! Dmitri C-B (smiles): Yeah, but for how long? Olga: Don't even think about it! (looks to Tatiana and her Dmitri) That goes for you two as well! Tatiana: Just wait until next month... i won't be pregnant after that! Olga: Don't even think it Governess!
Two days later and there's a meeting being held and Nagorney and them have left... Nicholas: I'm sure you're all wondering why i called a family meeting! Sam: I don't recall any of us doing anything Nicky! Nicholas: No one did anything... (sighs) wrong! You did it again! Olga (smiles): Works every time... don't it Papa? Nicholas (smiles back): You be quiet! Olga (shrugs her shoulders): Sorry Papa, never really got the hang of that! Nicholas: Funny! Tatiana (clears throat): You were saying Papa? Nicholas: Thank you Tatiana! I think it's about time that we head back to our perspective homes! You all will go to Anichkov Palace and the two of us will go back to Tsarskoe Selo! Sam: That sounds reasonable! Tatiana: I agree! Alexandra: What do the rest of you think? Anastasia: I love Finland don't get me wrong... but being home at Anichkov Palace is just as good! Olga: I think the imp is saying "yes, she's okay with it"... i agree with going back as well! Maria: Same here! Sam (the guys/Alexei and Kole agree): Then let's get packing then! Tatiana: Agreed!
They reach home... Olga: Home! Tatiana (ushering children in): Come on, all of you! Let's get unpacked now! Victoria: Yes Mama! Alexander: Sure thing Aunt Governess! Tatiana (the children run upstairs giggling): Aunt Governess? That's a new one! Maria (laughs): I guess we aren't going to be the only one to nickname you Governess anymore! Victoria (returns at the top of the stairs): I just told our cousins that it's Mama Governess to us! Tatiana (Victoria runs back to the "nurseries" giggling making her giggle): Mama Governess too now huh? (shrugs shoulders smiling) Works for me I suppose! Olga (and the others laugh): Works for us too! Dmitri M: Yeah, my wife the Governess! Tatiana: Shush, you already started your little nickname so don't start! Dmitri M: I'm sorry... did the Goddess of the Romanov Family say something? Tatiana: That one was exactly what i was talking about... you're just having fun aren't you? Dmitri M (kisses her): Always! (runs up the stairs) I'm going to help the children! Tatiana (smiles): You would! (shakes her head laughing) Oh Dmitri!
TBC... Aunt Governess and Mama Governess... that works! Ah, they're home and luckily no issues have popped up this time while away thankfully!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:50:27 GMT -5
Later, they all watching TV...
Anchorman: And in business news, the German company run by the Mengele family turned a profit today when.. At the mention of the name "Mengele", Sam goes pale. Tatiana: Sam, what is it? What's wrong? Sam runs out of the room without replying. Anastasia: What was all that about!? Maria: Yeah, she freaked out when she heard about that German company? Why? Kole: I think I may know. You said Sam has, or will, be at Auschwitz. Tatiana: Yes, one of those horrible camps the Nazis will build after they take power. Sam showed it to me, it was horrible. Why? Kole: Because Auschwitz is where Dr. Joseph Mengele will be. Or the Angel Of Death his victims will call him. Maria: Who is he? Kole: An SS Doctor who will preform all kinds of horrible experiments on the prisoners there. Such as putting people in icy water to see how long it takes them to freeze to death, or cutting them to see how long it takes them to bleed to death, and many others. Kole goes on to tell them about Mengele's other experiments. Tatiana: This man is a doctor!? Kole: Yes, Tatiana, he probably took the same oaths you did. Tatiana: Looking pale herself. He disgraces the profession! How dare he call himself a doctor! Olga: I hope he was punished for what he did. Kole: Shakes her head. Sadly, no, he never was. He got away. His family had money and connections and it was suspected that they helped him escape. He fled to South America, where a lot of the Nazis will go, after the war, and stayed there until he died in the 1970's. Anastasia: You think Sam might have had a run-in with him? Kole: Judging by her reaction of hearing the name, I'd say yes. Maria: Well, we better go take to her. OTMA head off to find Sam. Alexei: I hope Sam will be okay. Kole: Yeah, this must have been a horrible ghost from her past.
OTMA find Sam.
Tatiana: Sam, let's talk about this...
Sam: Let's not and say we did! Tatiana (Sam quickly exits): Sam!? Wait! (Sam's gone) She's gone! Alexei (comes in): Kole just told me about that Mengele guy... did you find her? Maria: Yeah, but you just missed her! When Tatiana said we needed to talk about this... she said "let's not and say we did" and quickly left! Olga: Something tells me she had a "personal" run in with him! Anastasia: Yeah, she seems to get rather jumpy at the subject!
Later.... Sam (voice yelling as you hear the Blue Danube Waltz playing): TURN THE GRAMOPHONE OFF! Maria (quickly does so and looks into the study): Is something wrong? Sam: That music... i don't want to hear it! Olga (and the others enters): The Blue Danube Waltz? Sam: Yeah, that! Tatiana: Is something wrong with it? Sam: Let's just say a certain Doctor who had no right to call himself one was always whistling it! Needless to say I've hated the Blue Danube Waltz ever since! Tatiana: Joseph Mengele? (Sam flinches) Sorry to bring his name up! (Sam quickly exits making everyone follow) Sam, wait! Ivan S: Where are you going? Sam: Out! I'll be back eventually! Maria (Sam slams the door making everyone jump): Did you all notice? Olga: Notice what? Maria: She had her keys in her hand which she means she made her car appear! Anastasia (looks out window to see Sam's red Mustang Corvette pull out): And she's gone!
At dinner... Tatiana: Any word from Sam? Maria: None, it's unlike her to miss dinner! Olga: I'm guessing that guy will do something to her... personally! That's why she refuses to acknowledge the subject! Anastasia: I have to agree! Ivan S (him and the guys get up): Us guys will search the grounds and you gals will search inside! Olga: That's a good idea! Maria: She's has to be around here somewhere!
As they finish searching and the guys come back in... Tatiana: Any luck? Dmitri M: She's not on the grounds! Olga: She's not inside either! Maria: I'm calling Papa! Maybe she went to Tsarskoe Selo! (dials) Papa? Nicholas (voice): Good evening Mashka! What's... Maria: It's not a good evening trust us! Nicholas (alarmed voice): What's wrong? Maria: Sam's missing! Nicholas (voice): Missing!? Maria: Did you see the news about the Mengele Family? Nicholas (voice): We did, why? Maria (explains): She got all jumpy and she refuses to acknowledge the issue... whatever the issue is! We think it's personal! Nicholas (voice): Did you search the grounds and inside the palace? Maria: We just finished! She's neither inside nor outside! Is she there? Nicholas (voice): No, she isn't! Hold on! Maria: Alright Papa! Nicholas (voice): I just talked with your mother and we're on our way there! Maria: Alright Papa! (nods) I'll let them know! Olga (Maria hangs up): Well? Maria: Mama and Papa are now on their way here! Tatiana: I just hope she's okay... wherever she is! Olga (sighs): So do I! Anastasia: Hey, maybe she went to Spala... isn't that where all of us Romanovs go when we have a problem we don't want to deal with? Tatiana: Good point, I'll be right back! (returns shortly later) I just called our caretaker there... she's not at Spala! Olga: Livadia! (calls Livadia) Have you seen Sam there this evening? Caretaker (voice): I'm sorry Olga, but we haven't seen her here! Olga (sighs): Thank you! (hangs up) She's actually not at Livadia either! Maria: Now what? Ivan S: I don't know... don't worry Angel, we'll find her! Maria: I only hope so!
TBC... Uh-oh Sam's missing but don't worry Sam's fine, she's just around someplace and she'll come back when ready! I know where she is and why she's all jumpy about Mengele!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:51:39 GMT -5
Anastasia: Has anyone tried to call Sam on her cell phone? Tatiana: I did. She's turned it off, I just get her voice mail. Olga: Where can she be? Dimitri C-B: I don't know.
Soon, Nicholas and Alexandra arrive, and are brought up to speed..
Tatiana: Mama, are you okay? Alexandra: yes, just disgusted at another one of my people that will do horrible things. Kole: In a way, Sam is lucky. She got out of there alive, many of Mengele's victims didn't. Maria: I can imagine. Kole: I read that when prisoners arrived at Auschwitz, Mengele would stand there and gesture which direction prisoners would be sent in. One was labour, the other was the gas chambers. Those that he didn't take for his experiments, of course. Nicholas: You think Sam personally had some kind of experience with this man? Anastasia: From the way she reacted by just hearing the name, I'd say yes. Olga: From what Kole has told us, this man will do horrible things. Alexei: And the worst part is that they never catch him. He gets away to South America. Alexandra: South America? Why? Kole: Because some of the countries there, like Argentina, will be very friendly to Hitler's regime. So, after the war, they were more than willing to take in fugitive Nazis fleeing prosecution. Mind you, they didn't all get away. The Mossad will catch some. Alexei: The what!? Kole: Oh yeah, they don't exist yet. Goes on to explain the creation of Israel in 1948, and their intelligence service, the Mossad. Anastasia: So these guys would just go and grab them? Kole: Yes, because they know that countries like Argentina would never extradite these criminals. The most famous incident will be when the Mossad goes and grabs Adolf Eichmann in 1961, he was responsible for the murder of Jews in Hungary during the war. Maria: What did they do to this Eichmann? Kole: They got him out of Argentina, brought him back to Israel, and put him on trial. Needless to say, he was convicted and executed. Tatiana: But they never get Mengele. Kole: No, he was always one step ahead. Also, he had his family helping him by sending him money. Ivan K: I wish we could do something. Ivan S: But we can't. Fixed event, remember. Alexei: Yeah, remember what happened when I tried to change history. Olga: Don't remind me. Maria: So we can't do anything about Mengele, but we CAN help Sam exorcise these demons. Olga: Like she did with me at Ipatiev House. Tatiana: That's right. But first we have to find her, and I get the feeling that won't be easy. Maria: I say we go out for a drive and look for her. All agree...
Later, after the others have left...
Nicholas: Penny for your thoughts. Alexandra: I was just being ashamed of being German again. Nicholas: Alix, don't talk like that. You are not responsible for Hitler, or Mengele, or any of them. Alexandra: No, but these horrible men were born in the same country as me. Also, my people are willing to embrace these monsters. Why can't they see what they really are? Nicholas: Well, we could have said the same thing about Lenin. Remember all the support he got, the military, the workers, they all backed him. He just had this way of working a crowd. In many ways, Hitler reminds me of Lenin. Alexandra: And how do you feel about that, Nicky? Nicholas: Truth be told, Alix, it scares the hell out of me. Alexandra: Welcome to my world.
The others have found Sam. She's in a field outside of St. Petersburg and has created an illusion of Auschwitz.
Maria (looks around): Where's Tatiana? Olga: I don't know but let's explore this soon to be awful place! (they almost run into Tatiana) There you are! Tatiana: I found her! Maria: You did? Where? Tatiana (points to where you see Sam up on some sort of step): She's right there! Olga: She's seems like a statue! Tatiana: Let's go to her! Maria: I agree! (they stand right in front of her) Sam? Sam (snaps out of it and looks down, she gets off so she's in front but not in their faces): What are you doing here!? Maria: Sam, please don't be angry! Sam: I'm not angry. Olga (looks around): So this is the place, huh? Sam: Yeah! (gets back up as they found her) This is where that monster stands so he can play God in choosing who will live and who will be immediately murdered on arrival! Left... good for you, you get to live a while longer! Right however... enjoy your last hours alive! Follow! (they head right and end up at...) Welcome to the entry to the gas chambers! (goes down the steps) Are you coming? Olga (they all nod): I don't like the way this is going! Sam: Nor should you! (they enter a room) Look up! (they see an open space) That's where the poison was dropped! People would turn blue... they would be practically suffocating breathing in that poisonous gas! Maria: But how could they could be forced in here? Sam: They were tricked! They were told they were going to take showers, but once that door locked it was all over for them! Maria: This is horrible! Sam: No really!? Come on... i can't stand being here! (they go somewhere else and she opens a slab) Welcome to the crematorium where the "evidence" was destroyed! Anastasia: I can't believe it! Sam: I'm not done! (they go to another place) This is where woman would be sat and their heads shorn... their heads were shaved! Part of it cause the SS were afraid of germs and of course to humiliate them! Tatiana (Sam sits on a bench playing with her hair, she sits next to her): This is what I saw! Women were unclothed in front of men sometimes as they just shaved away! Sam: Exactly! As I heard someone once say "Suddenly you realize that all your norms and all your values... they, they didn't matter anymore! They were of no importance!" Tatiana (gets up): We need to get you out of this place! Maria: What about him? Sam: I was... (gestures with her head) which wasn't uncommon for women prisoners to be, you know by the guards! Olga (gasps): He... Sam (nods): Mm-hmm! When I originally started here, that man would choose certain women he fancied! I was one of them! Mengele's Women were allowed to keep their hair and not be numbered... unless he got tired of them and threw them out! Let's just say he tired of me and cast me out... so you can guess what i ended up going through like everyone else! Anastasia: No offense but i can't see you bald! Olga: Nastya! Sam (actually laughs): It's okay! Olga: We need to get you home... get you out of here! Sam (bows her head and then looks up and is actually smiling): That's probably a good idea! (shrugs her shoulders) Now you know my story and of my miraculous escape! Olga: Tatiana may know but we don't! Tatiana (Sam nods): There was a woman who found out she was plotting to escape and threatened that if she didn't let her and her sister escape with her... she'd turn her in to the guards! Sam: They would've hung me! So i agreed! Tatiana: The woman's sister was sick but Sam knew she had no choice! The woman's sister was shot as they reached the gate... she was to slow! Sam had to pull at the woman's arm! They got to the woods when the woman tripped and hurt her leg! She told Sam to go on and forget about her! Sam: So I did! Tatiana: If i remember correctly Sam hid behind a tree (Sam nods) when two guards finally caught up to them and they shot the woman! Olga: Oh my... Sam: Yet I'm still living and I managed to get away! Maria: That's incredible... that you survived i mean! Sam: Let's go home... get away from this horrible place! (Snaps her fingers and the Auschwitz illusion vanishes) Tatiana: I agree! Sam: Oh and just do me one favor? Tatiana: Name it! Sam: Let's not talk about him anymore? Olga: We totally understand... his name isn't even to be mentioned! Sam: Thank you!
They get home, Sam goes to rest.... Olga: Mama, Papa... we're back!
TBC... Nicky and Alix wonder where Sam went and what happened as the scene continues! Sam will be better now that it's come out!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:54:28 GMT -5
Alexandra: What happened to you all? Tatiana: Well. Explains. Nicholas: I see, that is why Sam was so upset. Olga: I would be too. This was worse than what we went through at Ipatiev House. Maria: Not that Ermakov didn't want to try, but Yurovsky stopped him. Anastasia: Anyway, Sam asked us not to talk about Me... That man anymore around her. Alexandra: I can understand why. Kole: Do you think she'll be okay? Olga: I think so. I think this helped her. Tatiana: At least I hoped it did. Maria: So, Mama, Papa, how are the children? Alexandra: They're fine, they acted like little angels. Nicholas: Victoria seemed to take charge. Anastasia: Her mother's daughter, the Little Governess. Ivan K: That's a new one, Comrade Imp. Anastasia: Thanks, I just thought of it now. Olga: So, Mama, Papa, you want to stay for dinner? Alexandra: I'd like that. I think a nice family dinner will do Sam a lot of good. Nicholas: I agree.
So the dinner proceeds...
Alexandra: How are you feeling dear? Sam: Fine! Better even! Nicholas: Is there anything we could do to help? Sam (laughs): Well you could go and do what your son did but we all know what would happen! Alexei: Good point! Ivan S: It's good to hear you laughing! Sam: Yeah, yeah it is! Tatiana: So what happens now? Sam: I don't know! Maria: It's terrible! Sam: What is? Maria: All this... stuff! It's terrible that we have to stand back and let this happen! Sam: I know but if any kind of lesson was learned thanks to your brother... we have to! (Olga hasn't said a word) Olga? (Olga looks to her) You haven't really said a word since dinner started! Olga (shrugs shoulders): I'm just thinking, that's all! Sam: I know how you feel now personally! Olga: What do you mean? Sam: You had your demons to face at a specific place and now i had to confront my demons at a different specific place... although my place of demons doesn't exist yet thankfully! Olga: Mine doesn't either now, no offense to the guy who got it back! Sam: Yeah, true!
After dinner... Alexandra: Are you sure you don't need help with anything? Sam: I'm sure! If something comes up you'll know! Alexandra: Alright! Nicholas: You're mother and I are returning to Tsarskoe Selo! Olga: Alright Papa! Sam (sits on the couch and Olga sits in front of her): What? Olga: I know this is a fixed event and all but maybe you just shouldn't go to Germany! Sam: No, I have to go! (looks in back to see TMA there) What are you three up to? Tatiana: Oh nothing, just listening! Sam (looks to Olga): Don't you have a book to read, (to Tatiana) some sort of knitting to do, (to Maria) oh some children to play with... (to Anastasia) and you... don't you have some trees to climb? Tatiana (laughs): Very funny, can't get rid of us that easily! Sam (smiles): I know... but i can try! (OTMA look shocked) Just kidding guys! Maria (smiles): We know, we just wanted to see your response! Sam: Oh really? Nice comeback then! Anastasia: You're very welcome! Sam (shakes head smiling): Yeah, yeah, yeah!
TBC... Ah, everything's okay again now!
Kole: I’m glad Sam is better now. Alexei: Me too. Still, I wish we could do something. Kole: You tried that once, remember. Alexei: Don’t remind me. Kole: We know Sam survives, we should focus on that. Alexei: Yeah, we should.
Meanwhile, Tatiana finds Olga packing a bag...
Tatiana: And just where do you think you’re going, Olga? Olga: I’m going to Germany. I’m going to find this Mengele guy and kill him. Tatiana: What!? Olga: You heard me. Tatiana: I heard you, I just don’t believe it. Remember what happened to Alexei when he did something like that. Olga: That was different. Hitler is their leader, taking him out would seriously change things. This guy is just a petty thug. How will killing him alter history? Tatiana: That’s just it, Olga, you don’t know. I can’t let you do this. Olga: Tatiana, don’t you see I’m trying to help Sam. I can get rid of the demon before he hurts her. I owe her that much. We ALL owe Sam so much. If I can stop this monster from hurting her, that’s what I’m gonna do. Now, if you will excuse me, I have a future Nazi to track down and kill. Leaves. Tatiana: EVERYONE, WE HAVE A PROBLEM HERE!!
Oh dear, Olga is doing it again, ACT NOW, THINK LATER
Sam (and everyone else rush out): What's wrong!? Tatiana: Olga just left! Dmitri C-B: So, maybe she's off on a walk! Tatiana: Oh yeah she'll walk to Germany... sure! Maria: Germany? Tatiana: She wants to find (emphasizes) him! Sam: Oh no, you mean... Tatiana: Yes! Sam: COSSACK'S! (they enter) Stop Olga before she gets too far... sneak up on her if need be dammit! Cossack: Right away! Maria: Do you think they can stop her? Sam: Oh I hope so... cause trust me I don't want to have to do it! Tatiana: What would you do to her? Sam (confused): I don't know actually! Anastasia: Some plan then! Dmitri M: Now what? Sam: We wait!
Not too far and she's intervened on as there's a line of Cossack's blocking her... Olga: Oh great, you guys again! Cossacks: Return to the palace! Olga: Or you'll do what... one of you will flip me over your shoulder again and make me? Yeah, not a chance! Cossacks: Why can't you for once be reasonable about things like this? Olga: Look... please just move out of my way! (they don't move, she still trying to be nice about it) Look, I'm trying to be nice about this so... asking nicely again, please move! Cossacks: We have our orders! Olga Nikolaevna you are hereby ordered to return to the palace! Olga: What is this Tsarskoe Selo again... i can't just be ordered back home! (losing her patience) Now, get out of my way! Cossacks: Not unless your way is going back! Olga (she's done being polite); GET OUT OF MY WAY RIGHT NOW! Cossacks: Your highness, there is no need to scream! Olga: NO NEED!? GET OUT OF MY WAY OR I'LL MAKE YOU GET OUT OF MY WAY! (they don't move) FINE, HAVE IT YOUR WAY! (she pushes two cossacks out of her way so she can proceed in between them) GET OUT OF MY WAY! Cossack: It shouldn't of had to come to this! (they all turn) We are giving you one final chance to return on your own! Olga: Go back to the palace... (stops) by the way my name is Olga not "your highness"! I really can't stand those titles! Cossack (sighs): So be it! Olga (he puts a hand to her shoulder and forces her to turn around, he starts to pick her up): No, don't you dare! Don't even think it! (too late as once again she's flipped over a Cossack's shoulder) Not this again! Put me down! (starts her usual fit with this, kicking and punching his back) PUT ME DOWN! THIS IS RIDICULOUS! PUT ME DOWN RIGHT NOW! I COMMAND YOU! PUT ME DOWN OR YOU WILL SUFFER THE CONSEQUENCES! Cossack: Stop kicking at me or i just may have to do something else like tie them together! Same goes with the hands if your fists don't stop pounding me in the back! Olga: I DON'T CARE WHAT YOU DO! NOW PUT ME DOWN RIGHT NOW! Cossack: Sorry, can't do that until we get back to the palace! Olga: THIS IS SO NOT FAIR! Cossack: Well you made the choice so you have no one to blame but yourself yet again! Olga: WHO ASKED YOU!? (she notices people are staring) THIS IS SO HUMILIATING! (growls) PUT ME DOWN!
At the palace... Anastasia (you hear screaming, it's Olga with a lot of "PUT ME DOWN NOW!" and "THIS IS NOT FAIR!") That sounds like Olga! Maria (they all rush to the windows as they're coming up the path): Well since none of you witnessed this before, now's your chance! Alexei: She can stop putting up that tantrum... they aren't going to listen! Sam: I'll get the door! (does so) Welcome back Olga! Olga: PUT ME DOWN RIGHT NOW OR SUFFER THE CONSEQUENCES! Sam: OLGA SHUT THE HELL UP AND THE ONLY ONE WHO WILL BE SUFFERING CONSEQUENCES IS GOING TO BE YOU! (more calmer) You can put her down... we'll take it from here! Cossack: Sure thing! Sam: In fact... you can drop her for all i care! Cossack: Oh like this? Sam (he does so but luckily she lands on her butt sitting): Just like that, thanks! (gestures for him to go then kneels in front of her) Having fun are we? Olga: How dare you let him do that to me! Sam: Well maybe if you just cooperated and listened, i wouldn't have! (Olga gets up to walk off) Olga, don't go out that door! (Olga's ignoring her) Olga, I'm warning you! (growls) Fine, that's it! I NEED A COSSACK! (Cossack enters and she recognizes him) Flip her back over your shoulder! Olga (as he comes nearer): Don't you... (too late, sighs) dare! Sam: That room... (points to it) I just popped it up temporarily! Cossack: Very well! Sam: Drop her... (points to a spot where there looks like a shower head) right there! Olga (Sam goes and turns a knob and sure enough water comes out right over her): SAM, WHAT THE... Sam (doesn't let her finish and kneels nearby by so she doesn't get hit by the water): You... you need to cool off! Maybe some time under cold water will help! Then after you and I are going to have a little talk (Tatiana clears her throat at the door) after your sisters get through with you! Olga (Sam gets up): You are not leaving me to get soaked under here... the water is cold! Sam: Like I said, you need to cool off! (closes door) After the next five or so minutes, go in and turn it off! In fact (hands them a timer) when this rings you can turn it off! I'd have a towel handy so she can dry off! Tatiana: What of her health? Sam: Oh don't worry... that's why i said to do it in the next five minutes! I don't want her to get sick... i just want to teach her a little lesson! Have her meet me in the study when you guys are done! Maria (Sam walks away): Like Papa says... actions have consequences!
TBC... (Tim) Her sisters will deal with her as Tatiana turns the water off and then Sam will! Whoa Olga really pushed some buttons! Now she just has to, like Sam said... cool off!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:55:17 GMT -5
Soon, Tatiana goes in and shuts the water off.
Olga: How dare you let her do that to me! Tatiana: We had no choice. Olga: The hell you didn't. I am the Heir to the throne of Russia, and... Tatiana: And what? Banish her to Siberia? For someone who doesn't like titles, you are sure acting like someone out of the old Empire! Olga: Come on, Tanya, that's not it at all. Tatiana: Then explain to me what you were intent on doing. Olga: I told you, I was going to Germany to kill that Mengele guy. Tatiana: I see, and how would it look for the Heir to the throne of Russia to be going around killing people? Olga: The thought didn't even enter my mind. Tatiana: That's the problem, Olga, when you get like this, you don't THINK, you just ACT. Olga, who would believe you, most people don't know what will happen years from now. You would be arrested for murder. What about your children, Olga, how much would you see of them in a German prison. Olga: Dammit, Tatiana, I was doing this FOR Sam. Can't she see that? Tatiana: She can, but she also knows we can't change a fixed event. Olga: But... Tatiana: But nothing, it has and will happen, there is nothing we can do to change it. We have to accept that. Olga: Dammit, I hate this. Tatiana: I know. Now, are you done erupting lava all over the place, or do I have to turn this water back on? Olga: No, I'm done.
Soon...
Dimitri C-B: Dammit, Olga, what were you thinking? Olga: Don't you start! Dimitri C-B: Yes, I'm gonna start. My wife decides to play vigilante, what am I supposed to do. Olga: I just wanted to help Sam. Dimitri C-B: I know, but it's not up to us to decide history. Olga: So people keep telling me. Dimitri C-B: Well, you do have this stubborn streak.
Meanwhile...
Kole: So that was an Olga tantrum. Alexei: It was. Maria: You should have been here in 1920. Anastasia: Yeah, when they brought her back she screamed so much she lost her voice. Alexei: It's a good thing Mama and Papa don't know this happened. Maria: Yeah, I can just hear Papa now. Anastasia: "Actions have consequences". Kole: Well, let's all hope Olga doesn't try this again. All: Amen..
Maria (sees Olga): Hey Olga? Olga (stops): What? Maria: I don't know if you've been told yet... Olga (cuts her off): Sam wants to see me in the study! (continues on her way) Dmitri told me, mine i mean! Maria: Oh... never mind then! Alexei: Here's hoping things go smoothly! Tatiana (grabs the imp's collar): Don't even think about eavesdropping! Anastasia: Well, aren't you curious? Tatiana: Yes, but it's their business and they'll tell us afterwards i bet!
In the study... Olga (knocks and pokes her head in): You want to talk to me? Sam (sitting in the chair): I do... now sit! Olga (goes to the desk): I'll stand for now thank you very much! How could you!? Sam: No, how could you? Olga: Excuse me!? Sam: Tell me something... what were you trying to do!? Olga: I was trying to help you! I was trying to save you! Sam: Help me!? You call that helping me? Olga: I figured with that murderer gone... you and so many others would be safe from harm! Sam: Olga! Did you learn nothing from what your brother originally did? Olga: This is Mengele we're talking about not Hitler! Sam: It... doesn't... matter! The same thing could happen like it did last time... are you really willing to risk that!? Olga: No, but... Sam: No, but... nothing! (gets up and goes and puts her hands on her shoulders) You're still a bit wet! Olga: I wonder why! Sam: Hey, drop the attitude! (more calmer now) Listen, i understand why you want to do this... i really do! Part of me would love to do it myself... but i can't! One thing my grandmother always stated was that everything happens for a reason! Olga: What reason!? This is... this is madness! Sam: I know... and i don't understand the reasoning either! But what will happen must happen! I have to go to Germany when the time comes... i have to! Hey, maybe that's why i didn't go to the Annex that day! Olga: The day Anne and them were betrayed! Sam: Yeah that day... I didn't go because i wasn't meant to! As hard as it is to accept that and as terrible as what will happen to her is... it's meant to happen! So do you understand now? Olga: I do! You aren't going to put me under that shower head again are you? Sam (goes and sits): That's up to you! Olga: What kind of answer is that!? (Sam doesn't answer) Is there anything else? Sam: No, you're free to go! Olga: Good to know! Tatiana (Olga comes out): How did it go? Olga: It's late and I'm heading to bed... maybe I'll tell you tomorrow!
TBC... Now Olga won't go and do anything stupid... not unless she wants to "cool off" again!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:56:16 GMT -5
Upstairs, Olga meets Tatiana.
Tatiana: Well, Olga, has Sam gotten through to you, or do I have to sedate you to make sure you don't sneak out in the middle of the night? Olga: No, you don't have to. I won't be heading to Germany anytime soon. Tatiana: Good. Olga: I still hate this though. Tatiana: Olga, we feel the same way. Olga: Anyway, I just need a good nights sleep. Tatiana: Me too.
The next morning...
Anastasia: Ah, Olga, you're still here. Olga: Of course, I am. Maria: To Anastasia. Pay up! Anastasia hands Maria ten rubles. Anastasia: Dang, I was so sure she'd sneak out. Tatiana: Our sister has learned her lesson. Olga: to the Little Pair. You two bet on me!? Maria: Considering your past record, we decided what the heck. Olga: I don't know whether to laugh or scream at both of you. Alexei and Kole enter. Alexei: What's going on? Tatiana: The LP had a wager on whether Olga would sneak out last night. Anastasia: I lost. Kole: Anyone seen Sam this morning. Tatiana: She's sleeping in. Considering what she has been through these past couple of days, I can't blame her. Kole: Well, I just hope all this is over for her. She is family to me too now. Sam comes in. Alexei: Sam, we were just talking about you...
Sam: Morning all! Olga? Olga: Yeah? Sam: Are you still angry with me? Olga: For making me "cool off" the way you did? (smiles) Not really, no! Maria: Yeah, that was interesting! Olga: Yeah well you weren't the one under a shower of cold water pouring down on you! Maria: Good point... nor do i ever want to be! Olga: You may be stubborn sometimes... but you don't have my temper or strong will! Maria: Yeah I know! Olga (Tatiana clutches the table): Tatiana, you okay? Tatiana: Yeah I'm fine! Maria: I'll get breakfast! (to Sam) You... stay! Sam: I'm not moving! Maria (returns from kitchen): Breakfast is served! Sam: It looks great... of course!
Later... Dmitri M: Honey, are you okay? Tatiana (bracing herself against the wall): I'm fine Dmitri, really! Dmitri M: Let's get you into bed! Tatiana: Not now Dmitri! Dmitri M: I didn't mean... bed... now! Husband's orders! Tatiana: Twisting my words are we? OWW! Dmitri M: Bed... now! (gets her into bed) I'm getting the others!
Dmitri rushes downstairs... Sam: Dmitri? What's with the rush? Dmitri M: Tatiana... she needs everyone! Sam (gets up from couch): Is she okay? Dmitri M: I don't know! Sam: You get the others, I'll see Tatiana! Dmitri M: Alright then!
Sam goes upstairs... Sam (see what just happened): Oh boy! Tatiana: What!? Sam: Uh Dr. Gov? Tatiana: WHAT!? Sam: A certain two someones are on the way? Tatiana: NO WAY! Sam: Yes way! (goes over and examines) It's almost time! Dmitri M (appears): They're coming... what's wrong with her? Sam: Nothing's really wrong... if you catch my drift! Dmitri M: No! Sam: Yes! Olga (with the others rushes in): Tatiana!? Tatiana: Olga, I'm fine! Go back down... you won't want to see this! Olga: Are you ill? Tatiana: No! Better yet call Mama and Papa! Tell them to get here... NOW! Olga: What do I tell them? Tatiana: One word should help... grandchildren! Olga: No, you aren't... Tatiana: GO OLGA!
When all is said and done... Dmitri M: How much longer? Sam: She'll wake when she's ready! All that pain, it took a lot out of her! Tatiana (starts waking): Sam? Sam: I'm right here! (Tatiana opens her eyes) You're awake! (nods to Dmitri) Dmitri? Dmitri M: I'll get them! Tatiana: Valentina and Lili... are they alright? They came out a month early! Sam: They'll be fine! (Dmitri enters with them, she nods to give them to Tatiana) Like daughters like their mother... they're in perfect health! (looks to door) Speaking of mothers... I'll leave you two alone! Dmitri? Tatiana (Dmitri nods, she looks to the door as Sam and Dmitri exit): Mama? Alexandra: Oh Tatiana...
TBC... (Tim) Scene continues with a nice mother-daughter chat! Valentina and Lili though a month early have arrived safely!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:57:39 GMT -5
Alexandra: Oh Tatiana, they're beautiful. Tatiana: Thank you, Mama. Although they arrived a bit early. Alexandra: I know. Sam told me. Nicholas, Olga, Maria, Anastasia and Alexei appear at the door. Nicholas: Can we come in? Tatiana: Sure, Papa. Anastasia: My new nieces are here. Hi, I'm your Aunt Anastasia. Maria: Welcome to our family. Olga: This palace is getting crowded! The Dimtri's and the Ivan's arrive. Sam comes a moment later. Dimitri M: They look just like their mother. Dimitri C-B: Is this a private party or can anyone join. Everyone is happy, but someone is missing. Maria: Where's Kole? Alexei: I don't know, she was just here. I'll find her. Leaves. Nicholas: Are the babies okay? They're early. Tatiana: They're fine, Papa. Anastasia: It was like me when Paul decided to arrive early, when we were at Livadia that time. Ivan K: I remember. I thought we had a few weeks left. Anastasia: Me too. I guess this happens.
Meanwhile, Alexei finds Kole...
Alexei: There you are, I.... Kole, you're crying! Kole: Yeah, I.... I.... Alexei: You're thinking of the baby we lost. Kole: Yes, I am. I thought I... I'm sorry, but I just can't deal with this right now. Starts to leave. Alexei: Kole... Kole: Calls back. Tell Tatiana I'm happy for her, but I have to be alone for now. Alexei: Kole, wait, come back! Chases her and gets outside in time to see a car drive away. Oh dear, this is not good.
Poor Kole, this has brought back the memories of her lost baby. She'll be fine though.
Sam (Alexei comes in): Where's Kole? Alexei: She just drove off! Maria: Drove off? Alexei: Yeah! It seems this reminded her of the child we lost... i found her and she was in tears! Sam: I'm sure she'll be okay! Tatiana: When I'm ready to move... I'll go find her and talk to her! Alexei: I have an idea! (calls Kole) Kole? (nods) I understand, you want time alone... but where are you? (listens) Alright! (nods and hangs up) She's at the resort! Tatiana: That works! Perhaps a nice spa treatment will calm her down! When she returns I'll talk with her! Alexei: Hopefully, she'll be okay! Maria: She will! Sam: I agree, she just needs some time! Remember how i was when I miscarried some months ago! Alexei: After you were shot? Sam: Yeah... remember how i just wanted to be left alone? Olga: And you snapped at anyone who entered... how could we forget? Sam: See... okay maybe Kole won't snap at anyone but still! Alexandra: Can you leave us two alone for a bit... me and Tatiana? Olga: Sure thing Mama! Dmitri M: We'll take them for now! Tatiana (Dmitri M with Maria's help, go figure take the twins and Alix sits on the bed): What is it Mama? Alexandra: It's nothing... I just wanted us to talk! Tatiana: What about? Alexandra: Anything you wish to talk to me about! Oh Tatiana... Tatiana: What? Alexandra: I couldn't be more proud then i am right now! Tatiana (starts tearing up): Oh Mama! Alexandra: My dear, don't cry! Tatiana: I'm not crying Mama, not yet anyhow! Besides... I'm not tearing up in sorrow but in joy! I couldn't think of any better mother then you Mama! Alexandra (now she tears up): I could say the same thing about you! (squeezes her hand and strokes her hair) I couldn't think of any better daughter then you Tatiana! Tatiana (laughs): Thank you Mama! Alexandra: Whatever for? Tatiana: For just being my mother and the grandmother of my children! Alexandra: Thank you Tatiana! Tatiana: For? Alexandra: For just being my daughter and the mother of well... some of my grandchildren! Tatiana: Oh Mama!
Downstairs...
TBC... (Tim) Scene continues downstairs and Tatiana and Kole talk with Tatiana making her feel better! Aww, how sweet with Alix and Tatiana!
Alexei: At least Kole is not hiding at Spala. I was sure that is where she was heading. Anastasia: The Romanov Retreat for Problems. Alexei: yeah, there. Maria: I'm sure she'll be okay.
Later, Tatiana has come downstairs and sees Victoria.
Tatiana: Victoria, have you seen your new sisters. Victoria: Yes, Mama, I have. Will I have to give up my room to them. Tatiana: Oh, silly, they're just babies! Victoria laughs and then frowns. Tatiana: What is it? Victoria: Why was Aunt Kole so sad? Everyone else was happy. Tatiana: Aunt Kole lost a baby not too long ago, you remember, when she was sick. Victoria: I remember. Uncle Alexei was sad too. Tatiana: You are smart for your age, Victoria. Victoria: Thanks, Mama. Aunt Anastasia calls me the Little Governess. Tatiana: Sounds just like her. Kole comes in. Tatiana: Victoria, can you go find your sibling and cousins. Aunt Kole and I need to have a grown up talk. Victoria: Okay, Mama. Runs off. Kole: Tatiana, I am so sorry. I am happy for you. It's just... Tatiana: Alexei told us. Kole: I was upset, and even angry. You got two babies, and I didn't even get one. Tatiana: Kole, what happened is not unusual. I'm a bit out of field here, but your reaction can be understood. Kole: I thought I'd healed. Tatiana: And you have, but some of these feelings will never go away. Remember how Sam was when she lost her baby, snapping at everyone, until the Imp forced her to cheer up. Kole: I remember. Anastasia also helped me when she came to talk to me in the hospital. Tatiana: Kole, just remember that you're part of our family now. We are here for you. Kole: Thank you. Can I see your twins now? Tatiana: Smiles. Follow me.
Later...
Alexei: Are you feeling better, Kole? Kole: A little. Sorry for making such a scene. Alexei: It's okay. Have you seen our new nieces? Kole: Yeah, I have. They're beautiful.
And so...
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