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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:58:23 GMT -5
Sam: I heard from Tatiana that Kole is back! Maria: Yeah, she's taking a walk with Alexei right now! Sam: That's nice! Olga (comes downstairs) Where is everyone? Sam (voice): We're in here! Maria (voice): The kitchen to be precise! Olga (appears): Getting dinner ready? Maria: Soon! Where's the imp? Olga: Oh I just saw her around somewhere! Sam: Somewhere? You mean, like right behind you? Anastasia: Here i thought i could startle Olga! Sam: So sorry for ruining your plan! Anastasia: No you're not! Sam (smiles): No, no I'm not! Anastasia: What's going on in here... a cook's convention? Sam: Cook's convention? Anastasia: Well we have three cooks here in the kitchen so... Sam: Funny! Maria: In fact, if Sam wouldn't mind that is? Sam: If I wouldn't mind what? (Maria silently whispers "Venison") Oh I don't mind at all! Maria: Good, we'll leave you to it then! Sam: Sure thing!
At dinner... Olga: You think we have enough venison to last a lifetime? Sam: Yeah, yeah i do! Tatiana: So do I! Maria: I have to agree! Tatiana (Alexei and Kole enter): Oh Kole you're here! Maria: Are you going to be okay? Kole:
TBC... Yay Kole's going to be okay now!
Kole: Yeah, I'm going to be okay. I was just reminded of the baby Alexei and I lost. Maria: That is understandable. Kole: So everyone keeps saying. Anastasia: Well, you and Alexei will have more children. Didn't our grandparents say so? Alexei: Yeah, they did. Olga: So, it's getting crowded around here. Tatiana: Yes, I guess it is. However, I would have it any other way. Vlad comes in. Olga: Yes, Vlad. Vlad: Your parents are here. Nicholas and Alexandra enter. Tatiana: Mama, Papa, what brings you here? Nicholas: I had an idea. Since you're on maternity leave now, Tatiana, I was thinking we should all go to Livadia. It will be the first time we've been there since it was repaired. Alexandra: Besides, we think it would be nice for us to all be there on the 26th. Maria: My birthday. Ivan S: And our anniversary. Nicholas: That's it, you two got married there, so it would be kind of fitting. Alexandra: What do you all think. Olga: I'd like that. Tatiana: Me too. All chime in. Maria: Well, Ivan, what to you think. Ivan S: I'd love to spend our anniversary where we got married. Nicholas: It's settled then. We'll leave in the morning...
Sam: Nicky? Nicholas: Yes? Sam: Can I talk to you for a minute? Nicholas: Of course! Sam (they go to the side): Did you forget something (gestures to Maria and her Ivan) about someone and something? Nicholas: That's right... I'm sorry my dear but yes I forgot! (Sam looks like she's thinking) I'll cancel the trip until after! Sam (smiles): No, don't! I've got an idea! Nicholas: Is it safe with Mashka and her Ivan around? Sam: Oh don't worry! You round the others back up and I'll talk to Ivan! Nicholas: Alright, I'll do that! Sam (Nicky exits): Ivan, can i speak with you? Ivan S: Sure thing! Sam: Take Maria for a nice evening stroll! Ivan S: You're up to something! Sam: I am but that's for me to know and especially your wife to keep trying to figure out! Ivan S: I'll do it then! (he goes over) Mashka, my dear? Maria: Yes, Ivan? Ivan S: Would you accompany me on a nice evening walk? Maria (not thinking of it): I would love to! Sam (Maria nods and they exit): It's safe! (everyone enters) Okay, your father's forgotten about the little anniversary surprise for Maria and Ivan! Nicholas: Which is why i at first proposed to cancel but Sam says not to! Sam: Nicky, if you were to cancel the trip to Livadia... Mashka would suspect something! Olga: So what is your plan now then? Sam: The day of the anniversary and of course Mashka's birthday... we'll have them spend the day back here in St. Petersburg and then in the evening they have that dinner reservation! Tatiana: But what about celebrating Mashka's birthday... celebrating all three birthdays didn't work out well! Sam: That's the other thing... we're celebrating it the day before on the twenty-fifth instead since Maria and her Ivan will be boarding the imperial train back here the next day and we stay at Livadia! Anastasia: You're smart! Sam: I know! (hears a door) Quickly go and look like you're doing something! Olga: Alright! Sam (everyone quickly disperses so it doesn't look like they had a group meeting without her): That was close!
Next day... Sam: Ah... Livadia! Olga: We know where you'll be most of the time! OTMA: The beach! Sam: Most likely! Little Alexandra: Let's go unpack! Tatiana: I was just about to say that! Little Alexandra (smiles): I know Mama!
TBC... See now there's a new plan!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 7:59:08 GMT -5
Soon, Alexei and Kole are walking along the beach...
Kole: This really is a beautiful place. Alexei: I know. One of my sisters, Olga, I think, once said "St. Petersburg is where we work, but Livadia is where we live." I'll have to ask her when we get back. Kole: Did you know this place has a key role in the coming war. Alexei: Well, I know the Germans will occupy it. Olga's Dimitri will be captured trying to defend it. He'll be a POW, until Sam rescues him. Kole: I'm glad he'll be okay. But what I meant is that in February of 1945, they'll be a major conference of the three Allied leaders held here. Your father will suggest it because it's safely away from the fighting, the Germans will have been pushed out of the Crimea by then. Alexei: Really? Kole: Yes, there will be Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the President of the United States, Winston Churchill, the Prime Minister of Britain, and the Russian Prime Minister, who's name I can't remember right now. Alexei: Not Kerensky? Kole: No, he will have retired by then. Anyway, history will come to call it the Yalta Conference. The Allies will basically be talking about post-war Europe and such, when Germany is finally defeated, as it will be in May of 1945. Alexei: Kole, that is so interesting. Kole: yeah, as I said, they taught Military History at the Air Force Academy. Alexei: We should tell the others about this. Sam will know about it, of course, but the others might find it interesting. Kole: Let's go.
The famous Yalta Conference was held at Livadia in February of 1945 with Roosevelt, Churchill, and Stalin. Of course, in this reality, Stalin won't be there, since the revolution failed, so that is why I had the Russian Prime Minister whose name Kole can't remember.
Everyone's talking... Nicholas: Interesting! Sam (obviously sarcastic): Yeah! Olga: What was with the sarcasm? Sam: Oh nothing, never mind! Maria: Sam? Sam (sighs): Let's just say we're lucky the revolution failed! Ivan S: We already know how lucky we are! Sam: No, if Stalin had become the next leader after Lenin... he would've been the one at the conference! Dmitri M: Well... i guess now that just makes us more lucky that they failed! Sam: It does! Tatiana: Do you remember the name of the Prime Minister? Sam: Alexander Kerensky... the last i checked anyhow! Nicholas: No we mean... (everyone realizes she's joking and laughs) seriously answer the question! Sam (laughs): No i don't know who the future Prime Minister is! Tatiana: See... now how hard was that to answer? Sam (gestures with her head): Oh... very difficult... just very, very difficult... yeah that right there! Olga: Oh Sam! Sam: Oh Olga! Olga: Ha, ha! Maria: So... Nicholas: So what? Maria: I'm excited that our anniversary is coming up! Ivan S: So am I Mashka, so am I! Maria: So what is the plan for Sunday? Tatiana (Sam nods): We go back on the imperial train to Mass and afterwards... you'll just have to find out Mashka! Maria (suspects something): Okay what happens after Mass? Sam: Like we said... you'll just have to find out! Maria (everyone exits): Right! Do you have any ideas dear? Ivan S: Not a clue!
Later... Olga: Okay we have the cake mix for tomorrow's cake since we're celebrating a day early! Sam: Perfect! Anastasia: I'll totally surprise her tomorrow! Sam: What do you mean? Anastasia: I'm going to jump on her bed with "Wake up Mashka! Wake up Mashka!" and when she starts opening her eyes... I'm going to do one final jump with "Happy Birthday Mashka!", laugh and run off! Sam (her and the BP laugh): I can see it now! As you start and you wake her up... i can see her rubbing her eyes kind of annoyed and then when you tell her happy birthday i can see her going something like "today's not my birthday" or "it's not my birthday until tomorrow!" Tatiana: Exactly... i can see it too! Olga: So can I! Sam: Then she'll dress and as usual she'll be expecting to make breakfast and when she comes down... she'll find the dining room lights off! She'll turn the lights on we all scream "SURPRISE!" and she'll see breakfast is already on the table! Olga (laughs): You've thought of everything haven't you? Sam: I have! We'll have breakfast, gifts, lunch... Anastasia: Maybe a food fight? Sam: You really like those don't you? Anastasia: They're just too much fun! Sam: Maybe a food fight... AFTER cake and some more celebrating! Anastasia: COOL! Tatiana: Hey imp... can do us a favor? Anastasia (stands right in front of her): Your loyal imp at your service, Dr. Malama! Tatiana: Funny! Go keep Mashka occupied while the three of us make and hide the cake! Anastasia (smiles): You want me to keep her from coming into the kitchen! Olga (nods smiling): At least before she wants to make dinner! Anastasia: Your loyal imp is on the job! Tatiana (her, Olga and Sam laughs as she exits): Oh Nastya! Olga: Now lets get going on this cake... we only have a couple hours before Mashka will come in to make dinner! Sam: Yes, less talk and more baking! Tatiana: Agreed!
Living room... Anastasia: Hey Mashka...
TBC... (Tim) Scene continues with her asking Maria what's she's up to... which is reading actually! Our loyal imp shall keep Maria occupied! Tomorrow I'll have the imp wake Maria up!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 8:04:09 GMT -5
Maria: Yes? Anastasia: What are you up to? Maria: Just reading. Why? Anastasia: I was just thinking, isn't it cool that some big major conference is gonna happen right here. Maria: Yeah, i guess it is. If it helps end that war, I'm all for it. I wonder if we'll be there? Anastassia: Well, I don't think so. Kole said the fighting was still going on. I imagine we'll still be nursing. Maria: Well, at least we get to do that. We were too young in the last war. Anastasia: True, but I wish we didn't have to go through another war to do it. Anyway, enough talk of wars. Let's have some fun. Maria: Such as. Anastasia: I was thinking, we have a while before dinner. Let's hit the beach again. Maria: Okay.
They get to the beach, Alexei and Kole are there..
Kole: Hello you two. Come for a swim before dinner? Anastasia: Yeah we have. Alexei: well, the water's fine. Maria: Good. Kole, I'm wondering, the U.S. President that attends the Conference. Kole: Franklin Deleno Roosevelt? Maria: Yeah, him. Is he any relation to President Theodore Roosevelt? Kole: Yeah, they're cousins. It won't be the first time family members have both been President. There was John Adams and John Quincy Adams, father and son. Another father and son will be George Bush and his son, George W. Bush, but you won't have heard of them, because they don't get to the White House until the late 20th and early 21st Centuries. Alexei: Interesting
In the kitchen...
Tatiana: Well, Mashka and Nastya have gone swimming with Alexei and Kole. Olga: Good, that'll keep Mashka out of the kitchen for a while. Tatiana: Let's get busy on this cake. Sam, pass me that batter...
Sam (passes it over): Gladly! Where's the sugar? Olga (hands it over): Right here... making the icing are we? Sam: No, I just asked for it to put it away! (BP laugh making her laugh) Yes, yes i am! Tatiana: You and your sarcasm... i thought the imp was good at that! Sam: She was... (smiles) until i came back and overthrew her in that role! Olga: Yeah... you overthrew her in that role alright!
Beach and it's just the LP... Maria: I wonder why Kole and Alexei had to go? Anastasia (mutters): To talk about Sunday! Maria: What? Anastasia: I don't know, maybe they were needed for something! Maria: Hmm, maybe! (all of a sudden goes under as if she's been pulled and comes back up sputtering): IMP! Anastasia: Yes? Maria (ducks her sister under the water pressing on her head): That's for pulling me under! Anastasia: Two can play that game! (returns the favor) So there! Maria (splashes her): So there right back! Anastasia: Yeah well... (splashes Maria back) so there to you too!
Back in kitchen... Alexandra (comes in): How are things in here? Sam (pours batter into pan): Lovely! Alexandra: I'd love to help! Tatiana: Mama... you wish to help in the kitchen? (playfully feels her head) Are you feeling okay Mama? Alexandra (laughs and takes her hand): Yes my dear... i am quite fine! Olga: Sorry Mama but there isn't much left to do! Sam (holds pan out to Alix): Here put it in the oven to start with! (Alix does so) She can help decorate and such can't she? Olga: Oh yeah... don't mind me! Alexandra: We usually don't dear! Sam (laughs): Now who's being sarcastic? Alexandra: I am... and it feels good! Sam: Good! Tatiana: I'm happy you're doing things you wouldn't ordinarily wouldn't do Mama! Olga: So am I! Alexandra: I'm glad i am as well!
Back to the beach, the LP are sitting on a blanket now... Anastasia: Hey Mashka? Maria: Yeah Imp? Anastasia: Do you remember when we came because Tatiana needed to rest? Maria (smiles): I remember! Anastasia: Remember that prank we pulled... oh the BP were both so upset at us! Maria (laughs): Sam had to go out after dark because we totally forgot about them! (Anastasia nods) Well... you shouldn't have startled them and then they wouldn't have made to go up that tree! Anastasia (gasps playfully): Me? You're the one who tied their feet together making them fall! Maria: Yeah, well you're the one who had the idea to tie them to that tree! Remember how Tatiana missed a call from her Dmitri and you told him she was tied up with something? Anastasia: Yeah, well Tatiana was tied up... to a tree! Maria (laughs): Remember two days later? Anastasia (laughs): Yeah, they got us back! Maria (looks to watch): I'll be making dinner in a few hours... we still have time to sit here if you like! Anastasia: Cool! (send a text muttering): I should alert them! Maria: What? Anastasia: How many more hours? Maria: About three! Anastasia (closes phone): That works for me! (mutters) That should give them enough time! Maria: Did you say something Nastya? Anastasia: I like the beach! Maria (smiles): So do I!
Kitchen... Tatiana (looks to her phone): Oh look...
TBC... (Tim) Tatiana reads her message from Anastasia alerting they have about 3 hours left which is enough time! Alix... is she okay? Just kidding!
Tatiana: Oh look. Olga: What is it? Tatiana: Nastya said we have about three hours left before Maska comes back. Olga: Good, that will give us plenty of time to prepare. Alexandra smiles. Tatiana: What is it, Mama? Alexandra: I was just imagining the me of 10 or 15 years ago seeing me doing this. I can just imagine the reaction. Olga: Yeah, I suppose the Tsarina of Russia working in the kitchen would look kind of strange. Alexandra: I can see why the people of Russia didn't like me back then. I was such a stuck up snob. Tatiana: Mama, don't talk like that. It was just the system you came into as it was. Alexandra: Still I should have learned from my grandmother. She worked with a Parliament. Olga: Mama, Britain was light years ahead of us in government. We haven't done so bad, we've accomplished in less than a decade what it took them hundreds of years to make. Tatiana: Of course we had to have a revolution to make this country wake up and see the 20th Century, and we had a few problems after that. The Children Of The Empire, remember them? Alexandra: They were rather hard to forget. Thankfully, with Felix gone, they seem to have faded away. Alexei and Kole enter.. Kole: I see the cake baking is well under way. Alexei: We left Anastasia and Maria on the beach. Tatiana: I know. Nastya says they're gonna stay there a few hours more. Alexei: Good. Kole and I are gonna organize the decorations. Kole: See you all later. Both leave. Olga: At least that is being taken care of. Alexandra: Where are those husbands of yours? Tatiana: I don't know, Mama, I haven't seen my Dimitri in a while. Olga: Nor mine. Alexandra: Well, they must be around here somewhere.
Sam: The last I saw of them was when we were talking about the future Yalta Conference... where they are now who knows! You want me to find them while you guys finish decorating? Tatiana: Sure thing... I'd like to see what they think? Sam: Here's hoping i find them soon then! (exits, muttering) I know exactly where they are and what they're up to! Tatiana (back to): I'd no doubt that Mashka will love this come tomorrow! Alexandra: She tried earlier to get me to tell her! Olga: Let me guess Mashka's Saucers went all puppy dog like and she pouted? Alexandra: Yes she did! Needless to say... it didn't work! Olga: To think... there used to be a time when it could! Tatiana: Yeah, especially with Papa! Anastasia (rushes in): She's coming very soon! Tatiana: Well I guess the guys will have to wait to see it tomorrow just like her! Anastasia: It looks awesome by the way! Olga: Don't it just? Sam (quickly comes in): They're around upstairs talking... but hurry cause guess who's coming! Olga: Hurry! Let's put it in here! Maria (sure enough enters just as Olga closes the door): What's going on in here? Tatiana: Oh nothing! Maria: Nice try but let's try that again! (pauses) What's going on in here? Tatiana: Oh we were just talking! Olga: Yeah about... Sam: We were talking about your anniversary coming up... especially since it's also your birthday! Maria: Oh... well why didn't you just say that! Sam: Because we weren't expecting you so soon? Maria: Well if you could all excuse me... I have to make dinner! (looks to them) Unless of course none of you need dinner! (no one speaks) You don't? (shrugs shoulders) Very well then! Sam (pushes everyone out the door): We'll leave you to start working on dinner! Maria (smiles with her arms folded): Good idea!
Living Room... Tatiana: That was a very close call! Olga: I'll say! Alexandra: Well I shall see you all tomorrow! Your father and I are staying at the Winter Palace! Anastasia: Alright Mama! Alexandra: Give Maria my regards! Olga: We will Mama! Tatiana: Oh no! Sam: What? Tatiana: The kitchen... Olga: What about it? Tatiana: It's going to smell like the cake! Sam (smiles): Oh don't worry... i took care of that before i went to find the guys! Olga: You're good! Sam: Aren't I just?
After Dinner... Dmitri M: We have a surprise for you! Olga: A surprise? Ivan S: Yes a surprise! Tatiana: Which is? Dmitri C-B: Sam, could you make sure the children are in bed? Sam: Of course I will! Dmitri M: Thanks! Sam: No problem! Maria: So. what is it? Dmitri M: Oh just a little something that goes like this... hold on!
No Place That Far - Westlife Version
DMITRI M: I can't imagine any greater fear Then waking up without you here And though the sun would still shine on My whole world would all be gone But not for long
ALL: If I had to run If I had to crawl If I had to swim a hundred rivers Just to climb a thousand walls Always know that I would find a way To get to where you are There's no place that far
IVAN S: It wouldn't matter while we're apart Lonely months Two stubborn hearts Nothing short of God above Could turn me away from your love I need you that much
ALL: If I had to run If I had to crawl If I had to swim a hundred rivers Just to climb a thousand walls Always know that I would find a way To get to where you are There's no place that far
If i had to run (Ivan S: if i had to run) If i had to crawl (Ivan S: if i had to crawl) If i had to swim a hundred rivers Just to climb a thousand walls Always know that i would find a way To get to get to where you are 'Cause there's no place that far
DMITRI M: 'Cause there's no place that far
Olga (all of a sudden you hear an applause and you see Sam sitting at the top of the stairs): YOU! Maria: I thought you were checking on the children? Sam: Did I say I was going to do that? Tatiana: You knew about this song didn't you? Dmitri M: We heard her listening to it a couple days ago! We asked her opinion! She found it very amusing! Ivan S: Yeah, she was at the top of the stairs listening and watching you four the entire time! Maria: Oh you, you... Sam (smiles as she comes back down to them): What about me? (OTMA's stunned) Well... I'm sure you guys will probably want to head to bed soon so goodnight! Tatiana (smiles): You are so not off the hook for this! Sam (smiles back): Yeah... I already know I am!
Next day... Anastasia (wakes up): Morning already! (she looks over and grins) Mashka's still asleep! It's a good thing we four stayed up talking!(creeps over to Maria's campbed) Mashka! (pokes at her shoulder smiling) Oh Mashka... wake up! (Maria's stirs then falls back asleep so she pokes her sister again) Arise and shine! (folds her arms... uh-oh) Fine, if you won't wake up... (grins devilishly) I'll make you wake up! (all of a sudden she bounces with her knees right on the bed) MASHKA! WAKE UP! RISE AND SHINE! MASHKA WAKE UP! WAKE UP! WAKE UP! MASHKA... WAKE... Maria (all of a sudden a pillow knocks the imp backwards, Maria mumbles) Shut up! Anastasia (right at the side of the bed as Maria turns over, she cowers over): Are you awake yet? Huh, huh... are you awake? Maria: Nastya come on! We all stayed up past midnight! Anastasia (rather sing song): You sound like you're waking up to me! Maria: Go away... let me sleep! Anastasia: Umm... hmm... no! (starts bouncing on her sister's bed again) IT'S TIME TO WAKE UP! RISE AND SHINE MASHKA! Maria (starts waking and rubs her eyes): Alright already! I'm awake now... what more could you possibly want!? Anastasia: Just one other thing! Maria: Name it and then will you leave me alone for a while? Anastasia: Sure thing! Maria (yawns): What is it then? (Anastasia doesn't answer yet) Well... what is it!? Anastasia: HAPPY BIRTHDAY MASHKA! Maria (Anastasia quickly hugs her by her surprise as she's sits up almost knocking her back down): GAHHH! Imp... I can't breath! Anastasia (She quickly let's go waves, giggles and runs out the door): MASHKA'S AWAKE! SHE'S AWAKE! Maria: I'm awake alright! (realizes what the imp said earlier) Wait a minute... my birthday's not until tomorrow! (calls out) Imp!? (sighs) She must be downstairs by now! (shakes her head) I might as well get dressed and go downstairs! I'll get breakfast going for everyone!
Dining Room... Sam: Is she coming? Anastasia: That's why I'm being a look out... duh! (sees Maria come downstairs dressed but still rubbing her eyes) She's coming! Sam: Okay guys... quickly! (turns lights out, voice) Shh, quiet... she's almost to the door! Maria (comes in): Why are the lights out... Natalia usually has them turned on by now so we can do breakfast! All (Maria turns on the lights!): SURPRISE! Maria (jumps and turns to see the group include Misha, Sablin, Rodionov, Yurovsky and Cousin Dmitri and of course Sophia, Anya and Sandra): OH MY GOD... and breakfast is already on the table! How long...
TBC... (Tim) Scene contines with Maria asking how long they've all been planning this... one of her sisters answers that it's been weeks but the big surprise is tomorrow! Wait until Maria sees that the living room is all decorated and everything! Can Anastasia be anymore devilish?
Anastasia: Oh, we've been planning this for weeks now. Olga: We had to be very careful Maria: Is that why you insisted we go to the beach yesterday? Anastasia: You got me. Maria: Alexei, Kole, you knew too? Kole: yes, we all did. Tatiana: Come on, Mashka, you gotta see this.
They go into the living room, and Maria sees all the birthday decorations.
Maria: You all did this. Tatiana: While you were at the beach. Alexei: That is why Kole and I had to leave, we were needed here to help. Nicholas and Alexandra enter. Alexandra: Happy Birthday, Maria. Well, almost. Maria: Thanks Mama. Nicholas: I hope you liked the surprise. Maria: I did. Although a certain Imp here had to work hard to get me out of bed. Anastasia: Yeah, I thought you'd never get up. Maria: Anyway, thank you all. I'm starved. Olga: Then let's go eat that big breakfast we all made for you...
At breakfast... Maria (breaks the silence): Can someone please tell me something? Sam: Like what? Maria: Like... oh i don't know... why we're celebrating my birthday today? I don't actually turn 27 until tomorrow... or has everyone forgotten? Tatiana (smiles): Oh don't worry Mashka... we haven't forgotten! Anastasia: Yeah it's just you two have other plans come tomorrow! Maria: Oh yes this anniversary thing that you all keep hiding from the two of us! Anastasia: Yeah that! Ivan S: So what is going on? Dmitri M: Sorry but we aren't telling you either! Sam: You'll find out come tomorrow so don't worry! Maria: Right! So what are all of you up to? Sam: We're not telling you two anything... give it up Mashka! Maria (smiles): Never! (turns to...) Papa? Nicholas: I am not saying a word!
Later after lunch she opens gifts... including some nice stationary and some books. Now it's time for... Sam: You know... there's a main reason why Anastasia and you were on the beach yesterday! Maria: Which is what? Tatiana: Sam, Olga and I needed to have you kept out of the kitchen! Maria: What for? Olga: Oh for this... can you two help? Sam: Sure thing! (they bring out this beautiful cake making Maria gasp) This is why we wanted you kept away from the kitchen! Tatiana: We also figured it would also keep the imp busy so she'd stay away from the bowl! Anastasia (smiles): Figures! Maria:Wait... you three? (BP/Sam nod making her smile) Let's eat! Sam: Well it would help if you first... you know! Maria: Oh yeah! Ivan, honey... hold my hair back! Ivan S: Sure thing! (does so) There you go angel! Maria (blows out candles): Thank you... all of you! This day has been good! Ivan S: I agree... my angel happy makes me happy! Sam: The Queen of Quotes is coming out again! Tatiana: Let us guess... she's all the way in Greece? Sam: She is! Maria: What is the quote this time? Sam: She said once... Olga: Wait a sec! Sam: What? Olga: Aren't you supposed to say "a friend of mine once said"... you know... that? Sam: Oh ha, ha! Fine! A friend of mine once said... "Seeing you happy will make me happy" and it's true! I like that you're happy and that you're day is good! Maria: Thanks... it means a lot! Sam: I thought we were eating? Maria: Oh yeah... let's starts cutting this cake shall we? Olga: I second that! Tatiana: I third it! Sam (laughs): Alright, alright! One thing first! Maria: Now what? Sam: I have something to say... Maria Saucers big and blue That's right i do mean you A smile one can always see You're happy and that's how it's supposed to be Caring for others is how you live With all the warmth one can give A very happy birthday goes out Since that is what this day is all about
Sam: Now we can eat! (Maria's a little red) Speak... you look as if you want to! Maria: That was beautiful... thank you! Sam: Lovely words befitting of the lovely young woman you are! (Maria bows her head, is she...) Are you blushing Angel girl? Maria: No... I... no! Sam: Yeah, yeah, you are!
TBC... (Tim) A lot of eating and talking... and Maria's still trying to get an answer which she won't! Next I'll have everyone's favorite pastime... oh yeah it's food fight time yet again! Sam strikes with another quote yet again!
Anastasia: Don't bother denying it, Mashka, you're as red as a tomato. Maria: Well, it's all this attention. Tatiana: Well, it is your birthday, or almost. Maria: Tomorrow is the actual day, and... Olga: Don't bother, no one is going to say anything. Maria: Can't blame me for trying. Kole: So does this close out the birthday season. Alexei: It does. Mine is next, but that's in August. Kole: And then mine in October, although I won't be born for over a hundred years. Alexei: That's one thing you and Sam have in common, Kole,you're both now living before you were officially born. Anastasia: Although Sam's birth is closer to us. In the early 1970's, we could all be still alive, although we'll be old and gray. Kole: Well, we'll all have to try and make it to the States to see it. Maria: well, that's quite some years down the road. I'm still wondering about tomorrow. Ivan S: As am I. Tatiana: Well, you two can keep wondering, because neither of you are going to find out. It would wreck the surprise. Kole: Maria, how long have you and your Ivan been married now? Maria: Seven years. We got married on the day I turned 20 in 1919. Nicholas: I remember that day, and how I didn't want to let you go. Anastasia: Oh yeah, Papa, you did the same when I got married. Alexei: And Mama did it for me, as you well know, Kole. Kole: Yeah, I remember that. I remember how freaked out I was about all it. Having to convert and all that, but it was okay. Maria: What religion were you before, Kole, if you don't mind me asking. Kole: Well, my family is Catholic, but I wasn't a practicing one. So changing religions wasn't such a big deal, it was just all of it happening at once that got to me. However, Russian Orthodoxy is not bad, the services are nice, even if I can't understand half of what they're saying. Alexei has been trying to teach me Russian, but it's slow going. Alexei: Well, Kole, you weren't born into our language. Kole: Yeah, but you all know English. Alexandra: That's because we're related to the English, through me and Nicholas. Also, since I spent much of my youth in Britain, I pretty much spoke it my whole life. Kole: Well, in my time, English is pretty much the world language, I mean it's pretty much spoken all around the world. Tatiana: Because of the British Empire? Kole: yeah, and then later the United States. And... Why is Sam picking up that pie....
Sam (gets up out of her chair): You mean this pie... the one in my hand? (Kole nods) I'm just going to do something! (Taps Maria on the shoulder as she's still sitting) Like this... (slams the pie in Maria's face) Happy birthday Mashka! Maria (peels the pie off her face): Oh... oh... (wipes pies from her eyes) it's on now! Sam: Bring it on Angel girl! (walks quickly then ducks) You call that aiming? Olga: Thanks Mashka... I needed that! Maria: Well if it helps... Sam deserved it not you! Olga: Oh like you deserve... say... this maybe? Maria (pies Maria): Yeah I guess i had that coming! Sam: Ha, ha... (gets pied by Maria) Ha! Maria: I wouldn't be laughing since you weren't off the hook! Tatiana: Dmitri dear? Dmitri M (puts a bowl on top of her head first): Yes Tatiana? Tatiana (takes bowl off and does the same to him): Ha, I got you back! Dmitri M (gets her with something): Well ha... I got you back also! Sam: Hey Uncle Misha? Misha: Don't you... (hit with something) dare! You're asking for it now! Sam: Am I? (Misha gets her) Yeah... I guess I am! Misha: Here's to you dear brother! (Nicky turns and quickly ducks) Oh this isn't good! Alexandra (got hit instead): Misha! Alexei: Hey Kole turn around! (Kole does so only to meet a pie) Shouldn't of turned around! Sam (pies Sablin): Don't think that just because your sailors on the Standart... (gets Rodionov who stops laughing at Sablin) that, that's going to get you off the hook! Sablin: Rodionov help me! Rodionov (smiles): With pleasure Sablin! Sam (has to back up... now she has two on her): Oh like I'm afraid of two big guys that work on our yachts! Rodionov: You should be! Sam: Oh really! Sablin (pies her as Rodionov at the same time puts a bowl on her head): Really! Sam: I can't believe I got ganged up on! Sablin: You did start it! Sam: Hmm... true! Nicholas: Mashka dear? Maria (gets him first): Yes Papa? Nicholas (gets her back): Happy birthday my little one! Maria (hugs him): Oh Papa... (puts a pie right on top of his head) I'm not little anymore! Nicholas (takes the pie off his head and grabs a glass of cold water and throws at her making her gasp): But you'll always be little to me Mashka! Maria: Oh... (grabs a glass in return) that does it Papa! Olga (pours a pitcher of cold water right over Maria's head): Now you know how it feels to get cold water poured on you! Maria: Olga! (pours cold water from a glass) Maybe you need to cool off some more! Sam (sees the time): GUYS! (no one seems to listen) GUYS! (shakes her head and takes a breath) SILENCE! (everyone stops) I do believe it's time for bed! Tatiana (looks to clock): She's right! Let's clean ourselves up! Olga (looks to herself): Why bother? Maria (everyone and everything's cleaned up already): You have to love how she does these things!
Next day after Mass... Olga: Sam says to meet her nearby! Maria: I wonder what she was up to while we were in church? Tatiana: We could ask her! Sam (right behind her): Ask me what? Tatiana: Don't sneak up on me! Sam: But it's what i live for! Nicholas (laughs): The girls were just wondering what you were up to since you didn't go with us! Sam: Oh i went and took a walk in the Alexander Park, did some stuff... you know stuff? (OTA nod smiling knowing she meant some planning) Then I hung around nearby and waited for you! Tatiana: Well that works then! Maria: Well I can't wait to return to Livadia! (everyone but her Ivan laughs) What's so funny? Olga: You are returning with us! Ivan S: Wait... what? Anastasia: Yeah, why don't you ask him? Maria (her and her Ivan turn to see a man waiting outside a towncar): What about him? Sam: That car and driver is for the two of you... you two should spend the day sightseeing and such and then tonight you'll be driven to a special place and the code word will be Romanov! Ivan S: Code word Romanov? What? Sam: Enjoy! (pushes Maria and Ivan towards the driver) Now go and happy anniversary! Maria: Wait, what!? (the imperial train goes off) Hey... wait! Ivan S: Let's see what's going on i guess!
TBC... The Driver is going to give Maria and Ivan a list of places to go and things to do so they can spend the day together celebrating their anniversary! Going to dinner is a couple scenes away as there are a lot of things on that list!
On the train...
Alexei: Well, I hope they have fun. Kole: Me too. Alexei: Something wrong, Kole? Kole: Oh I'm just planning my revenge for that pie you put in my face. Alexei: Hey, it was all in good fun. Kole: I know. I should have seen this coming. Hmmmm... Alexei: What is it, Kole? Kole: I still have my spacesuit, it's in my shuttle. Next birthday, I'm wearing it! It can hold up to the vacuum of space, it can hold up against a pie. Alexei: You still working on your shuttle? Kole: Now and then. I still have that idea of taking it into orbit again. Alexei: When that happens, I want to come with you. Kole: You sure? remember what happened after you first went flying with me. Alexei: Kole, where you go, I go. Kole: I'd like that. The two of them kiss.
Meanwhile...
Olga: Remember when it used to take days to get from St. Petersburg to Livadia? Anastasia: yeah, lucky the train can go much faster now. Tatiana: Well, it is good, in case I have to get to the Center in a hurry. Dimitri M: Hey, you're on maternity leave, remember? Tatiana: Whoops, I forgot. Anastasia: Once a doctor, always a doctor. Ivan K: Speaking of which, how are you feeling, Comrade Imp? Anastasia: I'm fine, I'm not due for months. Ivan K: It doesn't hurt to check.
As for Maria and Ivan S, their first stop is the Peter and Paul Cathedral..
Maria: Well, here is it, where my ancestors are buried. Ivan S: You have a wonderful family, my Angel. Maria: It's your family too, Ivan. Ivan S: Yeah, it is. I just wish... Maria: Wish what? Ivan S: that my parents could meet you. Maria: You've never mentioned them much. Ivan S: Well, I never knew my mother, she died of tuberculosis when I was still a baby. My father was killed in the war with Japan in 1904. Maria: Not one of our proudest moments. Ivan S: Well, it was a different country back then. I may not have known my family much, but I'm honoured to be part of yours. Maria: Oh Ivan.. Ivan S: What's next on the list...
Maria: A nice visit to some museums! Ivan S: Museums... not a bad idea! Maria: Ivan, look! Ivan S (Maria points to the last thing on the list): "YOU'LL HAVE TO FIND OUT... REMEMBER CODE WORD IS ROMANOV"... what is that supposed to mean? Maria: I haven't a clue! Driver: Are you ready to go? Maria: Yes, please drive on!
Back at Palace... Olga: How do you think it's going? Sam: Oh I'm sure it's going fine! Anastasia: When you put the words "You'll have to find out" at the end... that's the dinner isn't it? Sam: But of course it is... but they don't know that yet! I also reminded them the codeword is Romanov too! Tatiana: Not that they'll probably forget anyhow! Sam: No, probably not! (hears her phone, looks to it and smiles answering) Yes Maria? Maria (voice): So what's with that last thing on the list? Sam: I knew you were calling to still figure it out... none of us will tell you so give it up! Maria (voice): Never! (you hear her laughing) Ivan wants me to hang up! Sam: You should... the point is for you two to spend the day together! Just you two... away from us! Maria (voice): So I can see! Olga: Ask where they are? Sam: Olga says to ask where you two are! Maria (voice): We're at one of the museums! (hear her talking to Ivan) I'm going... don't rush me! (laughs) Okay I have to go! Sam: Do!
Ivan S: The museums... they're lovely! Maria: Yeah they are! Ivan S: But not as lovely as the young lady standing next to me! Maria: Oh Ivan... how sweet! Ivan S: Well I learn from the best... (winks at her) now don't I! Maria: I suppose you do, don't you? Ivan S (smiles): I do... hey isn't that what i said today a couple years back? Maria: Funny and yes it is! Ivan S: Let's look at the list again! Maria: Yeah let's do that!
TBC... The day together continues with a trip to Alexander Park... on the bench he's going to find the flowers he was going to give her for their anniversary with a note saying "So you can still give them to her -Sam"! It seems everyone's having a nice day! Next I'll have them prepare to go to dinner!
Later, the happy couple arrive at Alexander Park, the next place on the list...
Ivan S: This is the next place. Maria: I wonder what we'll find here. Ivan S: I don't know. Suddenly, he spots something. Be right back. Goes over to the bench an picks up the bouquet of flowers there. He sees they are the ones he was going to give her. He sees the note attached. "So you can still give them to her-Sam." Maria: Ivan? Ivan S: These are for you, my Angel. Maria: Takes the flowers. Oh, they're lovely! How did you know. Ivan S: Oh, I had help. Silently promises to thank Sam when they get back. Maria: Shall we take a walk around the park? Ivan S: Let's.
Livadia...
Anastasia: I wonder how it's going? Tatiana: I'm sure they're having a nice time, Nastya. Olga: At least Maria has stopped calling us to find out what is going on. Anastasia: Yeah, Ivan must be keeping her busy. Alexei and Kole enter. Olga: Where have you two been? Alexei: Oh, around. He and Kole smile at each other. Anastasia: Oh mush! Tatiana: We were just talking about Mashka and her Ivan. Kole: She still trying to get information out of any of you as to what is planned? Tatiana: Not for a while. I guess she's too busy having fun. Alexei: That's nice to know. Anastasia: That's nice to know. What have you two been up to? Alexei: Well, Kole is talking about taking her shuttle into Earth orbit someday. And when it happens, I'm going along. Kole: You can all come if you like. The shuttle is big enough. Olga: uh, yeah, me in orbit. I don't know. Alexei: I think it will be cool! Tatiana: Well, Alexei, we'll see. Kole: It won't be for a while yet, so you have plenty of time. Anastasia: Just got a text from Mashka? Tatiana: She's not trying to find out anything, is she? Anastasia: No, she just said she and Ivan are on their way to their next destination.
Back with Maria and Ivan S, they are at their next destination...
Maria: The hut in the woods! Ivan S: Where I can back into your life. Maria: Yeah, I remember that. Me and my sisters were hiding out from Mama and Papa, after the credit cards and motorcycles incident. Ivan S: I remember, and I was so happy to see you again. Maria: Of course. I remember how hostile Olga was to you. She kept calling you "Bolshevik". I was ready to clobber her! Ivan S: Well, you can't blame her. Maria: No, I guess not. She eventually did accept you, though. Let's go in. The two enter the hut and Maria spots another note. She picks it up. Ivan S: What does it say? Maria: It says...
Maria: "I remember you said this is where you two first met up again - Sam"... oh that's nice! Ivan S: Explains why the hut was on the list! (sees another note) Here's another one! Maria: Now what does she say? (looks at it) Oh it's from Olga... "Just wanted to apologize since i wasn't so warm here! - Olga" Ivan S: There's nothing really to forgive! (Maria laughs) Something funny Angel? Maria: The next spot on the list is that spot in the woods!
They go to it... Maria: I remember like it was last night! Ivan S (laughs as he grabs a scrap of paper out from the bush): Another note only it's from Anastasia! It says "I remember the look on your face... it was priceless! - The Imp"! Maria: Figures she'd sign it that way! I remember this is where you originally came back into my life! You scared the living hell out of me sneaking up on me like that! Ivan S: I also remember this is where i originally proposed to you! Maria (blushes): I think that's what the imp meant in her note... that my expression was priceless! Ivan S: Oh most likely! Your saucers... i mean they went wide when I got down on one knee! Maria: Oh not like i could ever forget! Ivan S (looks to the sky): It's getting dark! We should probably head back to the car! Maria: I agree! Look we're to the end of the list now... now we can find out this big surprise everyone is in on! Driver (they get back to the car): Are you both hungry? Maria: Very! Ivan? Ivan S: I'm hungry as well! Driver (opens the back door and helps Maria in): There you go my lady! Maria: Thank you! Ivan S (slides in after): Thank you my dear man! Driver (as he's driving): So do you have any idea where you're going for dinner? Ivan S: Not a clue! Mashka? Maria: I don't know... didn't actually think about that! Driver: Don't worry... I know where I'm supposed to go! Maria: Supposed to go? Driver (stops and gets out and goes and opens the backseat door): Here we are! Maria (driver helps her out and her and Ivan see it's the Imperial Western Bar and Grill): This... this is where we took Sam on her birthday! Ivan S: So this is where we're eating? Driver: Remember the code word is Romanov! (goes and opens the drivers seat door) I'll be here waiting for your return! Maria (Driver slides in and closes his door): Okay then! Ivan S: Let's go eat then! Waitress (they go in): Table for two? Ivan S: Yes, I'm supposed to give a code word... Romanov? Waitress (smiles): Oh so you two are Maria and Ivan? (looks to Maria) I recognize you from old photographs of you and your family! Maria: Yes, probably and most famously the formal photographs from 1913! Waitress: Yes, the Tercentenary! Maria: Those are the ones! Waitress: Please, follow! A private room is all set up for you... your friend and your sisters put in a lot of money to have this done! Maria: A private room? Waitress (escorts them in): Please enjoy! A waitress will come soon to take your orders! Maria (looks around): Uh... thank you! Ivan S (he and Maria see a very beautiful room. The table has a vase of fresh roses): I can't believe it! Maria: It's beautiful (referring to the candles) It's candlelit too! (smiles) Don't you get it? Ivan S: Get what? Maria: The candles, the roses, spending the day together, and now this here... a beautiful and romantic candlelit dinner for two! They set all of this up! Ivan S: It gorgeous... just like you! Maria: Oh Ivan! Ivan S (they go over to the table): There's an envelope! Maria (he hands it to her and she opens it): It's another little note... (here's what it says) This is it! The moment you've been trying to make us tell you about! By the way this room was reserved under the name Romanov if you didn't already figure that out! This beautiful candlelit dinner is just for you to celebrate the love you two share for each other! So without further interruption... HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MARIA AND IVAN! Signed, Sam
Oh by the way this was my idea to start with... I just had help from everyone else! Enjoy!
Maria: Oh that's so sweet! Ivan S (pulls her chair out for her): For you my dear angel! Maria (sits): Thank you Ivan! (he goes and sits) I can't believe they did all this just for us! Ivan S: I know... remind me to thank them for this eventually! Maria (as they're looking at menus): Don't forget to thank them for this eventually! Ivan S (laughs): Very funny!
At the palace... Tatiana (comes into living room): Sam says dinner is served! Olga (closes her book): Alright! Speaking of dinner... I hope Mashka and Ivan are having a fabulous time! Anastasia: So do I! Sam (they come in for dinner): Where's Maria and Ivan? Olga: They're celebrating... (realizes the joke) their anniversary! Oh ha, ha! Tatiana (laughs): Well I thought it was funny! Anastasia: So did I! Sam: I try hard! (Alexei and Kole enter followed by the guys) Ah and here's everyone else! Olga: Let's eat!
Imperial Western Bar and Grill as they're eating... Maria: This has been so wonderful! Ivan S: I couldn't agree more! You know what... Maria: What? Ivan S: You're wonderful! (Maria bows her head) I mean it... i can't tell you how blessed i am to have you back in my life! Maria (hides her face): Ivan, stop... you're embarrassing me! Ivan S (ignores it): You are very warm and sweet and I don't what I would do if i lost you! It's because of you that I'm the way i am today! Maria: Really? Ivan S (helps her out of her chair): Really! Back then with the war and the old empire... I'd given up on life! As far as I was concerned life was useless! I stopped believing that anything was good in the world! I stopped believing that God even cared or even existed! But then something magical and beautiful happened and do you know what that is? Maria (afraid to ask): What? Ivan S: You! I met you and i could see it in your face... no matter what happened to you your smile never faded! You always were and still are looking on the bright side of life even when something bad is happening around you! You always believe in the good of people and you taught me how to start doing that again too! Maria (totally red by now): Thank you Ivan... very mushy but very sweet! Ivan S: Maria Nikolaevna I have one thing left to say! Maria: That is what? Ivan S: That I love you! Maria (they share a passionate kiss): I love you too Ivan... so very much!
Ivan clicks a button on the remote left on the table... it's turns on a song! It's from the Saved by the bell: Wedding in Las Vegas (the wedding song)... it's the song you hear when the two get married and they do those flashbacks! They share a slow dance and another passionate kiss at the end of the song! Ivan has his hand on her cheek, sometimes twirling her hair in his fingers! They just smile at each other and one can tell how much in love they are! She puts her head on his shoulder and he puts his head on top of hers as he holds her in his arms!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 8:06:51 GMT -5
Livadia, a couple of weeks later...
Kole: Relaxing as this is, I still can't get used to these early 20th Century bathing suits. I miss bikinis. Olga: What's a bikini? Kole: Exchanges a glance with Sam. Well... Olga: After Kole has finished. You mean they actually LET woman go out like that!? Tatiana: They were practically naked! Kole: Well, maybe you all should try them. Anastasia: Us? Maria: I don't know Kole. Anastasia: Yeah, we would really need Tatiana's services then. Kole: Huh? Anastasia: To treat Mama's heart attack when she saw us dressed like that! Kole: Yeah, I guess that would be culture shock. Stands up. Whoa! Tatiana: Quickly on her feet. Kole, what is it? Kole: Just a dizzy spell. Nothing to worry about. Tatiana: Kole, I'll be the judge of that. Remember the last time you had one of these dizzy spells. Kole: Yeah, I remember. Tatiana: Infirmary. Ten minutes.. Anastasia: Jumps in. Doctor's orders!
And so, Kole is in the Infirmary while Tatiana runs tests. Soon...
Kole: Well, is it anything bad? Tatiana: No, quite the opposite. Kole, have you and Alexei been trying to have another baby? Kole: Yes, we... You mean I'm pregnant again? Tatiana: Yes, you are. Kole: I.... I..... Tatiana: Kole, remember what my grandparents said. You will carry this baby to term. Alexei will be so happy. Kole: Can we keep this between us, for now. I'm invoking doctor/patient confidentiality. Tatiana: Yes, but why? Kole: Alexei's birthday is coming up. Tatiana: Yes, the 12th. Kole: I'd like to tell him then. It would make a great birthday present. Tatiana: Yes, I guess it would. Okay, your secret is safe until then. Kole: Thanks, Tatiana.
Back on the beach.
Maria (after Sam and them have talked about it): Not happening with us... no way! Sam: You sure? Anastasia: Yes, after that pants thing... definitely not happening! Sam: Okay whatever you say! (Tatiana returns) You're back! Olga: Is Kole okay? Tatiana: Yes, she's fine! Olga: What happened? Tatiana: I'm not at liberty to say until further notice! Olga: Oh... alright! Tatiana (laughs): I'm sorry Olga but... are you not going to fight me on this? Olga: No, why? (realizes) That... that was... was just... Maria: You acting without thinking? Olga: Yeah... something like... that! Sam: Right! Tatiana: Oh by the way... I ran into Mama as i was returning. Anastasia: And? Tatiana: We're heading back home soon! Maria: Well yeah... you're off your maternity leave now! Tatiana: Exactly!
They all head home the next day! At the center... Tatiana (seen through a camera lens looking at a medical file behind the desk): Good afternoon Ivan! Ivan S (behind camera, been filming since 9 in the morning): Afternoon Dr. Malama! (narrating) Welcome to what i will call "A Day in the Life of the Goddess..." (Tatiana looks up, he smiles) I'm just kidding... "A Day in the life of Dr. Tatiana Malama"! Here you'll see an average day in Tatiana's life as she works here at her own center... the Tatiana Malama Medical Center! Tatiana (laughs): Irina's behind you! Ivan S (turns, viewing Irina in lens): Morning to you... this is Irina, the head nurse of the medical center! Irina (smiles): Morning Ivan... and one of Dr. Malama's closest co-workers if she doesn't mind me saying that! Tatiana: I don't mind at all! (gets up) I have rounds to go on again! (looks to Ivan) Are you going to follow me or what? Ivan S (follows): Right behind you! So tell me Doctor... what are these periodic rounds you must go on? Tatiana: When a medical professional such as myself has to go on rounds... I pretty much just check in on patients and make sure they're alright or get them something they may need. It's pretty much what i do! Ivan S: Tell me something... does your beeper only go off when needed in surgery? Tatiana: No but usually! Sometimes a patient wants to see me and they'll page me and let me know... or something may have come up that needs my attention. Ivan S: Uh-huh! So Dr. Malama how does it feel? Tatiana (checks on a patient, a child who waves at the camera): How does what feel? Ivan S: You used to be a nurse in the last war and now you're a doctor! How different is it? Tatiana: Very actually! (they go on their way): I used to be the one giving the surgical tools... but now I'm the one who receives them instead. Ivan S: Yeah that is pretty different! Tatiana (looks to beeper): I'm needed in surgery! (smiles) But don't worry Ivan... turn around! Ivan S: Okay... (turns to see...) Maria! Uh... hi? Maria: Ah so you finally get to do your first documentary! Ivan S: Yes i do! Maria: I hope you're not bothering Tatiana! Ivan S: Nope, she's been in a rather good mood about it! (turns camera off) I'm just glad we don't have things getting in the way anymore! Maria: Same here! (Ivan pulls his camera out again) You just put it away! Ivan S: I know! (goes to the door where the surgery is) This is what surgery looks like... but sorry this is as far as I'm allowed to go with this!
Ivan puts away his camera and goes on his way! That afternoon as Tatiana's now home, the BP and Sam are talking as they wait for lunch... Sam: So how did it go? Olga: Yeah, i hope he wasn't a bother! Tatiana (laughs as she's knitting!): No, not at all! I rather enjoyed myself... and I'm sure he did too! Everyone liked having him around... it was very nice actually! Sam: That's cool! Tatiana (Sam's just smiling at her, after a while she looks up knowing she's being stared at): What? Sam: Oh nothing! Tatiana: Right! Sam (gets serious): Hey Dr. Malama... you missed a stitch! Tatiana (gets frantic examining her knitting): Where!? Sam: Kidding! Tatiana (serious): That was not very funny! Sam (trying to withhold her laughter... so is Olga): I... I... I didn't say... it was! I'm off to do something... (You hear Maria go "Lunch is ready!") like go in to lunch! I'll see you downstairs! Olga (Sam exits and she goes out after her. She taps her shoulder) Sam? (Sam turns and she raises her hand) Good one! Sam (high fives her): I know!
TBC... no, no bikinis! Oh poor Tatiana... Sam totally freaked her out!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 8:07:59 GMT -5
At lunch...
Alexei: Kole, you're eating a lot more than usual. Kole: Uh, I was working on my ship all morning. Gave me quite an appetite. Alexei: Are you sure you're okay? Kole: Alexei, I'm fine, trust me. Tatiana: If I thought there was something wrong with Kole, I would say so. Alexei: Yeah, I guess you would. So, what are these bikinis I've heard about. Kole: I see your sisters told you. Alexei: yeah, and I'm curious. Kole: It's just bathing suits worn in my time. Olga: Unbelievable. Maria: Yeah, we wouldn't be caught dead in them. Can you imagine if the National Intruder got a picture of us in them. Anastasia: yeah, they'd run a story called "Grand Duchesses Become Strippers", and we'd have to emigrate to Australia to get away from the Wrath Of Papa. Alexei: Whispers to Kole. I'd like to see you in one. Kole: Whispers back. In private. Anastasia: So, Ivan, Maria's Ivan, that is, how is your documentary coming? Ivan S: Great. Tatiana let me film at the Center. I even got some footage of some surgery. Olga goes pale. Uh, I didn't get anything gory. I stayed well back in the doorway. Olga: Still, I'll skip that part, if no one minds. Maria: Where do you plan to film next, Ivan. Ivan S: Just around here at the palace.
Later, Kole is back working on her ship, Ivan S. is there...
Ivan S: While filming. Do you really think this thing will fly again? Kole: I think so. The solar cells seem to be okay, and I've repaired much of the damage. Ivan S: Yes, but what do you plan to do when it's ready. Kole: I think I might take it into orbit. I've always liked seeing the Earth from space. Also, if any of you want to come, you're welcome to. Ivan S: Hmmmm, we'll have to give it some thought.
Later, Ivan S is filming Sam and..
Ivan S (Sam is reading as her head suddenly perks up): Something up? Sam: Yeah... what i don't know! I just feel something is about to happen! Anastasia (rushes downstairs): Okay i think we need them now! Olga just toppled Maria over! Sam: What? Anastasia (to Ivan): Turn off the camera! Ivan S (does so): Alright... what's going on? Anastasia: She, Olga i mean said she wasn't feeling well and bolted to the bathroom! We may need those traffic lights i talked about some years back! Sam: Damn! Anastasia (smiles at Sam): Do you know something we don't know? Sam: No, i don't actually!
Upstairs... Tatiana: Olga, let me examine you! Olga: I'm fine Doctor Governess! Tatiana: I just... Olga: No! (puts a hand to her chest) Here it goes again... excuse me! Tatiana: Olga!? Something's up! Maria (enters): She didn't knock you down did she? (Tatiana turns to her) I heard the bathroom door slam! Tatiana: No but she's being stubborn and won't let me examine her! Maria: Uh hello... where have you been? That's Olga just being typical Olga! Tatiana (sighs): I know... but i will get to the bottom of this! Maria: Good luck... knowing Olga, you'll need it! Tatiana (shakes her head): I know! Olga (comes back out): Sorry for knocking you down earlier Mashka! Maria: Oh it's alright... you okay? Olga: I need to lay down!
Tatiana and Maria just look to each other. Next day after breakfast, Olga's not present...
Tatiana (taps Maria's shoulder): I need your help! Maria: With? Tatiana: Olga wasn't at breakfast... I'm going to find out why! I'm going to examine her and see what's wrong whether she likes it or not! Maria: What's that have to do with me? (Tatiana smiles) Oh I see! (Tatiana nods and starts going upstairs) I'm right behind you! Tatiana (goes in to their room): Olga? (gently shakes her) Olga!? Olga (stirs, eyes still closed): What!? Go away! Tatiana: No I will not go away! Something's medically wrong with you and it's my job to find out what it is! Olga (rolls over): Go away and let me sleep! Tatiana (sighs then smiles): OLGA NIKOLAEVNA WAKE UP THIS INSTANT! Olga (that jump starts her... right out of bed): GAHHHH! (on the floor) Auuggh! I'm awake now... what do you want!? Tatiana: You to come to the sick room so i can see why it is that you aren't feeling well! Olga: Tatiana, like i said yesterday... I'm fine! Tatiana: Olga you are not fine! Olga: I'm fine... I'm just tired and maybe it was something that i ate or something! Tatiana (fed up, no more Mrs. Nice Sister): OLGA NIKOLAEVNA YOU GET UP AND GO TO THE SICK ROOM RIGHT NOW! NO MORE MRS. NICE SISTER... OR DOCTOR FOR THAT MATTER! Olga (sighs): But Tatiana... I'm fine! Tatiana (hands on hips): If you continue refusing... Mashka here will pick you up and carry you! Olga: Oh will she now? Maria (goes and hovers right over her eldest sister): Do you really want to try me? Tatiana (goes and hovers on the other side): So... to cooperate or not to cooperate that is the question! Olga (they both hover almost to her level staring at her intently knowing it's bother her): ALRIGHT... I'LL GO! Just stop hovering over me like two ghosts... you were freaking me out ganging up on me like that!
Some time later as everyone is outside the sick room waiting... Sam: I hope Olga's okay! Ivan S (camera on the door): I hope so too! Dmitri C-B: Do you mind? Ivan S: Hey Olga said on her way to go ahead and continue with my second documentary... or as she put "go ahead, see if i care... oh wait i don't! Sam: Did you think with that attitude of her... she was being sarcastic maybe? Olga (comes out smiling): No... I wasn't being sarcastic! Sam: Olga! Anastasia (as Tatiana and Maria come out): Well? Tatiana: Should you... Maria (finishes it for her): Or should we? Olga: I will! Dmitri M (Olga just folds her arms grinning): Well... spit it out already Olga! Olga: I'm pregnant!
Everyone is stunned silent....
TBC... scene continues and Tatiana goes to call their parents to tell them to come because Olga has news she wants to tell them personally! I'll tell you the gender and his or her name soon!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 8:09:17 GMT -5
Anastasia: How did that happen!? Olga: How do you think? Anastasia: Uh, yeah, I was just taken off guard. Maria: We all were. This place is going to be bursting at the seams if this keeps up! Tatiana: Says the woman that wanted twenty children. Maria: I'm older and wiser now. Anastasia: Yeah, by five whole years. Tatiana: We better tell Mama and Papa. Olga: I want to tell them. Tatiana: Okay. Tsarskoe Selo... Nicholas: Hello? Tatiana: On phone. Papa, can you and Mama come to Anichkov Palace right away? Nicholas: Why? What happened? Tatiana: It's nothing bad, Papa, in fact, it's good news. I can't say anything more. Nicholas: Okay, we'll be there in two hours. Alexandra: Comes in. What was that all about? Nicholas: Tatiana wants us to come to Anichkov Palace. Apparently, there is good news for us there. Alexandra: What is it? Nicholas: She didn't say. Alexandra: Well, we better get going then. Two hours later, Nicholas and Alexandra arrive at Anichkov Palace..Nicholas: Well, here we are. Alexandra: What's going on? Tatiana: Olga, you want to break the good news. Olga: Papa, Mama, you're going to be grandparents again. Silence falls and then..Alexandra: You mean? Olga: Yes, I'm pregnant again. Alexander and Elizabeth are going to have a new sibling. Alexandra: That is great news! Hugs Olga. Nicholas: I couldn't agree more. Our family continues to grow. Maria: I'll say! Alexandra: Do we know the gender yet? Olga: Shakes her head. No, not yet Nicholas: Still, we should celebrate. However, Kole comes across Alexei reading some papers... Kole: Wow, that was some news about Olga. Alexei: It sure is. However, Maria is right. This place is getting crowded. So.. Kole: Yes. Alexei: I've found us an apartment. Shows Kole the papers. Kole: Hmmmm, three bedrooms. Looks nice. Alexei: Also, it's less than a mile from here, so we can still visit on a regular basis. I love my family, but I feel we need some privacy. Kole: Did Olga's news bring this on? Alexei: No, I've been thinking about doing this for some time now. Olga's news was the deal breaker though. Kole: You've signed the lease. Have you told the others yet? Alexei: No, I guess now would be a good time. The celebrations are still going on when Alexei comes in... Olga: there you are, Alexei. Where did you disappear to? Alexei: Well, there is something I have to tell you all. Anastasia: Well, don't keep us in suspense. Alexei: Clears his throat. Kole and I are moving out... Okay, Alexei just dropped a bomb. However, as he said, the apartment is close by, so they'll still be around Alexei and Kole go on their way grinning... Anastasia: What just happened here? Tatiana: I don't know! (looks to Olga) Olga? Olga (takes a breath): I'm fine... just a little... Tatiana: Queasy? (Olga nods) Don't worry in a couple weeks that will all be over! Olga: Is it a couple weeks yet? Tatiana: Funny... it just started! Olga (sighs): Great! ("clobbered" by her parents) Gahh... Papa i can't breath! Nicholas (releases his hug): Sorry Olga! Olga (clears throat): What was that all about? Alexandra: Oh my dear... we're just happy for you is all! Tatiana (laughs): A little too happy? Oh god please don't tell me you're going to (playfully gasps) burst this time! Alexandra: Burst? Tatiana: Remember when you found out i was about to receive my medical degree? Sam: Yeah, you said you were so happy you could burst? Alexandra (laughs): I do remember! Not to worry Olga, I won't burst... at least i don't think i will! Olga (laughs in return): Oh Mama! Maria: Well as fun as this all is... i have dinner to make! What will it be Olga? Olga: Why are you asking me? Maria: Because I've decided that this is to be a celebratory dinner... so answer the question! Olga: I could go for some pizza or something of the sort actually! Sam: Alright it's official... we're going out! Olga: Where? Sam: Let's go to Friday's again! Tatiana: That's a wonderful idea! Sam: Good then! Imp... you go get your favorite brother and Kole and let them know! Anastasia (laughs): He's my only brother! (clears throat) But I'll go get them! Sam: Isn't that what i just asked you to do anyhow? (Anastasia smirks and goes off. She shakes her head) That girl! Tatiana: So have you thought of a name? Olga: I was thinking Grigory after Our Friend if it's a son! Maria: If it's a daughter? Alexandra (Olga smiles at her): What? Olga: Alice... yes Mama, after our grandmother Alice! Alexandra (goes and hugs her again): Oh she would be so happy and honored! Tatiana: Alice Dmitriviena or Grigory Dmitrievich... sounds wonderful! Maria: We could have another Alix! Tatiana (smiles): Oh but of course... like two aren't confusing enough for Papa? Nicholas: Yes but that confusion is worth it! Olga: Then it's decided then!
Anastasia finds Alexei and Kole both working on the ship down in the basement...
TBC... Kole asks Alexei for a wrench as Anastasia shows up! So at least Olga knows what the child will be named... son or daughter!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 8:10:14 GMT -5
Kole: Can I have a wrench please. Alexei: Here you go. Kole: Thanks. Anastasia: There you two are. Alexei: Oh, sorry, didn't see you there, Nastya. Anastasia: Anyway, we're going out to Friday's to celebrate the news about Olga. Kole: Oh, we'll be right up. Anastasia: So, you two are moving out? Alexei: Yeah, it's getting crowded around here. Kole and I want our space. Kole: However, it's close by, so you'll still see us. I'll be here to work on my ship, after all. Anastasia: Is it a nice place? Alexei: yeah, it's a three bedroom apartment. Anastasia: Sounds good.
Soon, at Friday's...
Olga: Thank you all for this. Dimitri C-B: So, we're having a third child. Olga: Yes, we are. I have names picked out. Gregory for a boy, Alice for a girl. Dimitri C-B: Named after your maternal grandmother. Olga: Yes. Tatiana: Gregory will be named after Our Friend. Maria: Better not say that out loud. Considering what people thought of him. Nicholas: Yes, although it was years ago, I don't think those feelings have gone away yet. Alexandra: At least they don't feel that way about Sam anymore, at least most people in Russia don't. Nicholas: So, Alexei, when are you and Kole moving? Alexei: In about two weeks. I'll need some help. Dimitri M: Sure, I'll help. The Ivan's: Count us in too. Dimitri C-B: What the heck.
The celebration continues.
Olga (Sam clears her throat and stands): Oh no! Sam: Well... what can i say? Olga: How about nothing! Sam (purposely ignores her): Here's to Olga! (all raise their glasses) I've known this young lady since well we all know since when! She's a good daughter, a good sister, a wonderful friend and hell... she's one heck of a wife and mother! (Olga raises her napkin over her face) By the way i can still see you! Olga: Shush! Sam (smiles): No! Where was I... oh yeah! I can't help but say just how proud i am! (raises her glass towards Olga) To Olga! All: To Olga! Tatiana (gets the napkin away as Sam sits): She's done... she just sat down! Olga: Thank god that's all over! (Nicky stands) Oh no Papa not you too! Nicholas: All I can say is that Sam was right in everything she just said! But I will add that i am honored to know that Olga will one day take my place as the first Tsarina our country has seen in a very long time... long after i am gone! I know that you will be a great ruler one day... you just have to continue believing in that now! Olga (hands over her face): I do Papa... are you done now? Nicholas: Yes! (sits) No offense, son! Alexei: None taken... it's true! Anastasia: Oh our poor dear eldest sister... you're all red! As red as Sam's medium rare steak probably is! Sam (winks): Good one! Olga (sighs but can help but smile): Enough already! (Dmitri C-B stands) You... (pulls him back down) sit! Dmitri C-B: Just wait until later! Olga: Yeah, later being the operative term there buddy! Sam: Let's continue eating shall we? Olga: Yeah lets!
Next day...
Sam: I'm going out for a walk... anyone care to join? Olga (reading a book): I'm good! Sam: Mashka? Maria: Sorry but I'll have to... what's that phrase again? Olga: Rain check? Maria: What she just said! Sam: Where's... Olga (focused in her book): She already out back taking a walk with her Ivan! Sam: Oh... well that works! If need be... you know how to reach me! Olga (Sam gets on her way when...): SAM! Sam (pops in): What!? I wasn't too far away! Olga: You said if needed... that we would know how to reach you didn't you? Sam: Oh you... just be careful if a real need arises cause i may not answer! Maria: Yeah you would... we know you wouldn't want to take any chances! Sam (sighs): You got me on that one! (shakes head) Well I'm off... (looks to Olga) again! Olga (smiles innocently): Sure thing! Sam: I'm going to be gone for a couple hours! Maria: Just be back in for dinner! Sam: I'll try not to be! Maria: Yeah... which why i have to tell you to be! Sam (smiles) Yeah, yeah, yeah... whatever! Maria: Right!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 8:11:03 GMT -5
Back at the palace, OTMA are measuring Alexei and Kole's room, when Kole comes in...
Kole: What's going on? Anastasia: Well, since you and Alexei are moving out, we were deciding what do you with your room. Kole: We're not even gone yet! Maria: No time like the present. Tatiana: I was thinking we could expand the nursery. We're going to need the room. We can knock down some walls. Olga: You mean the guys will knock them down. Tatiana: Exactly. Kole: Boy, you sure can rush. I was just coming to see if you wanted to see the apartment. Maria: Sure.
Soon, OTMA and Kole are at the apartment...
Maria: Wow, you and Alexei will be comfortable here. Kole: Yeah, we'll use one bedroom as ours, the second can be a study and the third will be for our bab... Olga: What!? Anastasia: Were you about to say baby! Kole: Darn! I guess the cats out of the bag. Yes, I'm pregnant again. Olga: To Tatiana. So that's what you couldn't tell us. Tatiana: Yes, she swore me to secrecy. Maria: Wow, another baby. The stork is busy this year! Kole: Listen, you must all promise me not to tell Alexei. I want to surprise him on his birthday. OTMA: We promise. Olga: Well, congratulations, Kole. I guess you and I will have our babies around the same time. Kole: I guess.... Suddenly her face looks green. Excuse me! Runs into the bathroom. Anastasia: Is she okay? Tatiana: Yes, it's just morning sickness. Olga: She can join the club. Maria: What about Alexei. How are we gonna keep Kole's secret if she's getting morning sickness? Tatiana: Well, we'll just have to play it by ear. Soon Kole comes out of the bathroom. Tatiana: How are you feeling? Kole: A little dehydrated. Tatiana: I thought so. Here. Hands Kole a bottled water. Kole: Thanks. Takes a drink. I needed that.
The next morning, the Russian side of the Bering Strait, Dimitri P is there...
Dimitri P. Well, Pavel, is it ready. Pavel: It is. Some nice vodka ready to ship across to the U.S. Since they passed that silly Prohibition law... Dimitri p. I don't need a history lesson! Pavel: Oh, aren't we touchy. Afraid your family might find out what you've been up to these past few months. Dimitri P: Leave them out of this. They're not involved. Pavel: No, but you are. Just because you're too proud to tell them of your gambling problem and the money you've lost. Dimitri P: Yeah, and I have to resort to this. Let's just get one with it. An American comes up. American: Is the stuff ready? Dimitri P: Yes, it is. American: Good, Mr. Capone will be pleased. People in Chicago, and the rest of the country, are thirsty, and he is eager to give them what they want. Let's load this stuff up.
They load up and are almost across the Strait when floodlights hit their boat.
Voice: FBI! YOU'RE ALL UNDER ARREST! Agents come aboard and arrest the three of them. Dimitri P: You can't do this! I'm a Russian citizen, and related to the Tsar himself! FBI G-Man: Guess again, pal, you're in American waters now, so I can arrest you, and I don't care if you're related to Cleopatra herself. You committed a crime. Dimitri P: I believe I get one phone call. FBI G-Man: That's right. Dimitri P: To himself. Looks like I'm gonna have to involve my family after all...
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 8:12:48 GMT -5
Anichkov Palace at 3:44 in the morning... Sam (hears phone downstairs): You have got to be kidding!? (goes down) Yes? Dmitri P (voice): Uh Sam, hi? Sam: Dmitri? Please tell me you have a good reason for waking the palace up? Dmitri P: Uh is there anyone else i can talk to... Maria perhaps? Sam: Dmitri... what trouble are you in? Dmitri P (voice): Trouble? What trouble? I'm... (forces a laugh) I'm not in any trouble! Sam (not fooled): Don't play games with me Dmitri! Something is wrong and I can tell by the way your talking you're trying to hide something! What is it!? (Dmitri P doesn't answer) Dmitri!? Dmitri: I'm in an American Federal Prison by your country's FB whatever they call themselves? Sam: WHAT!? Dmitri P (voice): I said I'm in an American Federal Prison by your country FB whatever they are! (Sam drops phone in shock as everyone rushes downstairs) Hello? Hello over there! Sam (pick the phone back up): What did you do!? Olga: What's going on? Sam (takes phone from ear, to Olga): That's a good question! (back on phone) What the hell did you do now!? Tatiana: Okay can someone tell us what's going on!? Sam: Dmitri!? Maria: Dmitri... as in cousin Dmitri? Sam (looks to them): Yes! However he won't answer the question! Olga: Give me the phone! (Sam hands it over fearfully) DMITRI PAVLOVITCH WHAT IN GOD'S NAME DID YOU DO NOW!? Dmitri P (voice quavering): Hello to you too Olga? Olga: ANSWER THE QUESTION! Dmitri P: Ask Sam if she heard the term "bootleg"... I'm sure she knows about a certain something happening in this era? Olga (puts a hand over the phone): He asks if you've heard the term "bootleg"? (Sam eyes widen, back on phone) Sam's eyes just widened... a clear indication she knows the term! Dmitri P (voice): Look I need your guys' help! Sam (sighs): Give me the phone! (Olga hands it back to her) Dmitri, what kind of trouble are you in?! Tell me the whole story and dammit tell me now! Dmitri P: I've had some... financial issues let's put it that way! I needed the money so i figured I'd help with this secretive vodka business... some guy named Al Capone is the one ordering! Anyhow we were bringing in a shipment of bootlegged Vodka when this ship with floodlights came upon us! We were told they were the FB... Sam (Dmitri can't remember): I? Go on! Dmitri P (voice, sighs): Yeah them... the FBI! Anyhow they've arrested us for the illegal alcohol! Sam: Un-flipping believable! Dmitri P (voice): I need your help! (sighs) I have to go... but please do me a favor? Sam: What? Dmitri P: Get me the hell out of here! Sam (laughs): Why should we? Dmitri P: Because you care about me... favorite witch woman! Sam: I WOULDN'T BE CALLING ME YOUR FAVORITE ANYTHING RIGHT NOW... CAUSE WHEN I GET MY HANDS ON YOU MYSELF... Dmitri!? (puts phone away) He hung up... apparently he had to go! Tatiana: What's going on? Sam: Your cousin is in legal trouble! Dmitri M: What kind? Sam: He says he has some financial issues and that he was bootlegging for extra money I'm guessing! However the boat with the alcohol was caught! He's in a federal prison... in MY country! Dmitri M: Wait a minute... after Yurovsky became sober, Dmitri said something about going to your country! Sam: Because of Prohibition? Maria: Prohibition? Sam: Six years ago my country passed a bill people will soon know as Prohibition! They've made the selling and drinking and just possesion of Alcohol illegal! But that won't stop people from secretly consuming it anyhow! There's a part of the Bering Strait here in Russia that helps to export Vodka secretly to my country! This is one of the few occurrences where the boat gets caught! Dmitri's been arrested for smuggling in Vodka to my country! Maria: What will happen to him? Sam: I don't know... but if they don't do something to him... I swear I just might! Tatiana: So what are we going to do about it? Sam: Right now... nothing! Let him spend some time there for a little while... and then we'll go on from there! Maria: So you're just going to let our cousin sit in some American Federal Prison? Sam: Why not... he brought it on himself right? He got himself into this mess... let him try and get out of it considering he won't be able to and he's going to need our help! Olga: She's right! It's time our Cousin Dmitri learned a little lesson! Sam: Exactly... so for now we do absolutely nothing to help him! Let him sit this out for the time being... let him learn a little lesson! Besides there's only a couple more years left of Prohibition anyhow.... some time in the 1930's is the end of Prohibition and people can freely drink alcohol again! Olga: When will Dmitri learn? Sam: That's a good question! Maria: Wait... he's our cousin! He's Papa's first cousin... surely being a member of our family means something? Sam: He's on American soil... his titles mean nothing over there! It don't matter if he's related to damn Cleopatra... he's in my country now! His titles might as well not even exist! Anastasia: He's in trouble isn't he? Sam: Big time! (looks to Kole) Guess who the order was for? (Kole shrugs) Al Capone ring any bells? (Kole's eyes widen) I thought as much... goodnight! Alexei (Sam retreats back upstairs): Al Capone? Maria: Yeah who is he? Kole:
TBC... Kole tells them about Al Capone and the infamous St. Valentines Day Massacre! So Dmitri Pavlovitch is on his own for a little while... serves him right! No one is going to help just yet... let him "stew in his own juices" for this for a while!
Kole: Al Capone was, is, one of the biggest Mob bosses in the United States. He built his Empire on the buying of alcohol, which is illegal in the United States, thanks to Prohibition. Not one of my country's best ideas. It won't be until 1933 that they realized they made a mistake and repeal it. Anyway, at this point Al Capone more or less controls the city of Chicago. Anastasia: But what about the police? Kole: Capone has enough money to pay them off to leave him alone. Same with the politicians. They really were a corrupt bunch. Alexei: Sounds like an old style baron. Kole: In a way, he is. He has wealth and power, thanks to Prohibition. And he was ruthless to others who he saw as a threat, as the St. Valentine's Day Massacre showed. Maria: What!? Kole: Yeah, it hasn't happened yet. On February 14th, 1929, some men working for George "Bugs" Moran, a rival of Capone, were in a garage, when some men dressed as policemen came in. They were really Capone's men in disguise. They told Moran's men to face the wall and put their hands up. When Moran's men did so, they thought they were being arrested, Capone's men opened fire, killing them all. Tatiana: But why did that happen? Kole: I guess Capone thought Moran was muscling in on his territory and wanted to send a message, stay out. Olga: So was Capone arrested for this? Kole: No, he made sure that were was no paper trail leading back to him. Everyone knew he had ordered it, but knowing it and proving it was two different things. So he walked. Alexei: And they never got him. Kole: Actually they did, on tax evasion. He went to prison. Although he served only eleven years, but the time he got out, his power was gone. Prohibition had been repealed by then anyway. Maria: And Cousin Dimitri worked for this man? Kole: No, I don't think so. He was involved in the Russian side, selling the vodka. I don't think he knew who was buying it, which is good. The less he knows, the better. Anastasia: Because they would have less of a case. Kole: Yes, and Capone won't have to worry about him talking. Capone had ways of getting rid of those who talked, he had lots of hit men. Olga: Hit men? Kole: Paid assassins. Tatiana: Oh my. We better tell Mama and Papa. They won't be happy.
Tsarskoe Selo...
Nicholas: What the hell was Dimitri thinking!? Alexandra: Yes, he should have told us about his financial problems. Nicholas: I know. Phones Kerensky and brings him up to speed. Kerensky: Well, I'll talk to the American Ambassador and see what can be done. However, this could take time. Dimitri was arrested on American soil, committing a crime. Nicholas: I know. Keep us posted. Kerensky: I will.
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 8:13:55 GMT -5
Next day at Anichkov Palace... Sam (phone rings): I'll get it! (answers) Yes? Kerensky (voice): Good morning! Sam: Morning... don't know how good it is though! Kerensky: Nicholas called and told me about Dmitri Pavlovitch! Sam: When did he find out? Kerensky: Apparently the girls called him! Anyhow I just got off the phone with the American Ambassador and we're trying to pull some strings! Sam: Good for you... you know what you can do now? Kerensky: What? Sam: Call him back and tell him there's a change of plans... and we're not doing anything to help Dmitri! Kerensky: But I just told him... Sam: I don't care what you just told him! Just do it! Olga (and the other walk in as she slams the phone down): What was that all about? Sam: Kerensky called! Prior to calling here... he called the American Ambassador to pull some strings and help Dmitri! I just told him to call him again and tell him there's a change of plans and to not do anything! Tatiana: Do you think Kerensky actually listened to you? Sam: He better have! Maria: If he didn't? Sam: Then he'll be seeing me in his office... and then he will make that call and I'LL talk to the American Ambassador! Olga: Yeah but what if the Duma's in session! Sam: Well then it will have to be put on hold then! (phone rings) That better be him saying things have been fixed! (answers) Kerensky? Kerensky (voice): How did you know? Sam: I was expecting it to be you... lucky guess! What did he say? Kerensky: I'm not going to call him! (hears hanging up) Hello? Maria (Sam looks like she's about to explode): Uh-oh, we know that look! Olga: Kerensky didn't call him did he? Sam: No, excuse me I'll be right back! Tatiana (the front door slams): Oh this is not going to be good!
Duma... Sam (secretary's desk): Alexander Kerensky... now and don't push it cause I'm not in a good mood! Secretary: The Duma's in session! Sam: I DON'T CARE IF IT'S THE DAMN AMERICAN CONGRESS IN SESSION... GET HIM OUT HERE! Secretary (sighs): One moment please! (picks up her phone and dials a number) Prime Minister Kerensky please? (nods) I'll wait for you to get him! Kerensky (voice) Yes Vera? Vera: There's a woman here demanding to see you! Kerensky: If it's who I think it is... she'll have to wait until the session is finished! Vera (listens): I understand! (hangs up) He says you'll have to wait! Sam (Sam shakes her head): So be it... (growls and mutters) why does he always choose the hard way!? (pushes the guard at the door) Move it! (and slams open the door... goes right up to the podium and grabs Kerensky by the call) When I say we need to talk... we need to talk! (pushes him out the door as everyone looks in shock) Office... now! (turns to Duma) Excuse us for a minute! (closes doors and glares at Kerensky) Move it! Kerensky (they get in his office): Why do you always do this!? Sam: I could ask you the same thing! (picks up phone) Call him...now and then give me the phone! (Kerensky just looks to the phone) NOW KERENSKY! Kerensky (startled): Alright, alright! (takes phone and dials number) The Ambassador please? (nods) I'll hold! (someone else answers) Ambassador Caffery, this is Prime Minister Alexander Kerensky of Russia... I have a woman that needs to speak with you! (nods) Here she is! Sam (accepts phone): Thank you! (answers) Listen, we need you to change plans! (listens and nods) Yes, this is about Dmitri Pavlovitch Romanov! Me and his cousins... (gets interrupted) yes the daughters of the Tsar is it that obvious? Anyhow... I clearly stated that as of right now we do NOTHING to help him! He brought this on himself! I think it's best he just sit there for some time and then, then you can pull your little strings or whatever! (nods) Thank you for understanding Ambassador... Kerensky (Sam shrugs shoulders): Caffery! Sam: Ambassador Caffery! (nods) Yes, here he is! (hands him the phone and goes on her way) Now things have been fixed!
Sam's on her way back to the palace now. OTMA are in the living room talking and waiting... Maria: I wonder...
TBC... Scene continues as the wonder how it's going with Sam at the Duma! Dmitri Pavlovitch is on his own for now without help! When the time is right after he's spent some time there, then they'll help him! Jefferson Caffery, US Ambassador 1926-1955 (was a real guy)
Maria: I wonder how Sam is doing. Anastasia: Judging from the past, I'd say she was yelling at Kerensky. Sam storms in and heads up the stairs. Tatiana: I'd say you were all right. Olga: Well, I agree with her, our cousin brought this on himself. As Papa says: Actions have consequences. Anastasia: As you have heard many times. Olga: Tell me about it. Alexei and Kole come in. Kole: Was that Sam who just came in. Alexei: She looked mad. Tatiana: It seems she had to go yell at Kerensky again. She wanted to make sure Cousin Dimitri got no help. Kole: Well, it seems she succeeded.
Later, Kerensky pays a visit...
Tatiana: Prime Minister Kerensky!? Kerensky: Is Sam here. We have a big problem. Anastasia: She's laying down right now. What is it. Kerensky: I guess you know she and I had words today. Maria: We heard. Kerensky: Apparently, the Duma have gotten it into their heads that she is dictating Russian policy. Olga: Like those old rumours about Rasputin. Kerensky: Exactly, and they have given me this. Produces a piece of paper. Olga: Takes it. Kerensky: It's a petition to kick her out of Russia. Olga: WHAT!?!? Tatiana: Temper, Olga. Kerensky: The Duma feel that she has stuck her nose in their business once too often. As you can see, I didn't sign it myself, but a majority of them did. Olga: So are you going to order her out of the country. Kerensky: No, I'm not. However, I am here to give you some advice. Tell Sam to lay low for a while, until this cools down. Tatiana: What about Dimitri, our cousin, I mean. Kerensky: I'm going to let Sam have her way this time. However, this has to be the last time, for a while at least. Tell her this when she gets up. Leaves. Olga: I don't believe this! Anastasia: Well, Olga, as we just saw, there are people in Russia that still don't like her. Maria: Maybe Kerensky is right. Sam should lay low for now. Alexei: Better than having her thrown out of the country. At that point, Sam comes in and asks what is going on..
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 8:15:16 GMT -5
Sam: What's going on? Tatiana: You're awake! Sam: I know... what's going on? (OTMA look at each other) What? Tatiana: Kerensky just paid a visit! Sam: And? Olga: And... (sighs and holds out the paper) you need to see this! Sam: What is it? (opens it) You have got to be kidding!? Maria: No the Duma isn't kidding! Kerensky's right... you should lay low for a little while until this blows over! Sam: What's their problem with me now? Olga: They think you're trying to dictate policy... just like they thought Rasputin was doing back then! Sam (takes it in): I see! Olga (hears phone): I'll get it! Dmitri P (voice): Evening! Tatiana (Olga hangs up): Who was that? Olga: Oh that was just Cousin Dmitri! Sam: You hung up on Dmitri? Olga: Why shouldn't I? If it helps to get the message across how cross we are with him... then it helps to get the message across! Sam: Makes sense! Tatiana (hears phone): I'll get it! (answers) Dmitri? Dmitri P (voice): How did you know it was me? Tatiana (looks to Olga): I took a guess! Are you alright? Olga: Tatiana? Tatiana (puts a hand over the phone): Quiet Olga! (back on phone) You were saying? Dmitri P: I'm okay... I'm in a prison Sam may be familiar with! You said she was born in San Francisco right? Tatiana: She was, why? Dmitri P: Has she ever heard of Alcatraz? Tatiana: I don't know! I can ask her? Dmitri P: Could you? Tatiana: Of course! (puts hand over phone) Sam? Sam: Hmm? Tatiana: Have you ever heard of Alcatraz! (Sam laughs a little) Is that a yes? Sam: Oh I've heard of it alright! (gasps) Don't tell me that's where Dmitri is? Tatiana: It is! Sam: Unbelievable! Tatiana (back on phone): She's heard of it! Are you being treated well? Olga: Do we care right now? Tatiana (mutters): Olga? Dmitri P (voice): I'm hanging in there! (sighs) I've gotta go! Tatiana: Alright! Be safe and be careful! Dmitri P: Yeah... I'll try! Tatiana: Alright! (hangs up) Olga!? Olga: What!? Why are you looking at me like that for!? Tatiana: Your attitude is why! What was that all about!? Olga: It's just... he... oh forget it! (looks around) Where'd Mashka disappear to? Maria (enters): Dinner's ready! Olga: Guess that answers my question! Maria: I left the door open so i could hear! He's alright isn't he? Tatiana (looks to Olga): He alright! (Sam sighs) What? Sam: I'll call Kerensky tomorrow and have him brought back! Olga: But you just... Sam: Fought to have him stay there? I know... but I've never liked the stories of Alcatraz! There are reasons surrounding why it's called infamous! It's even haunted in... (looks to Kole) our time! As far as I'm concerned... dealing with us is better then Alcatraz! Olga (shakes head): Fine then! Maria: Uh guys... dinner? Sam: We're coming, don't worry!
Next day... Anastasia: Where's Alexei and Kole? Tatiana: They're just driving around today! Anastasia: Good, know what tomorrow is? Tatiana (smiles): Our brother's birthday... I know what it is! Anastasia: Is Maria in the kitchen doing what I think she's doing? Tatiana: If you referring to the cake, then yes! Olga: Sam's talking with Kerensky again! Luckily, i think after the threat of being removed from Russia again... she's not arguing with him! Tatiana: Smart choice! (Sam comes into view) Here she comes... something tells me it didn't go well! Olga: Well? Sam: Well... Caffery has been unsuccessful! Olga: So that means Dmitri is stuck there? Sam: Exactly! (Olga looks to her) What? Olga: You aren't planning anything rash are you? Sam: No... i like being in Russia thank you very much! I have to go to the Duma anyhow! Tatiana: Why? (Sam hands her a paper which she reads) A summons... whatever for!? Sam: Apparently they're giving me some sort of hearing... to decide whether or not i have to leave Russia anyhow! Maria (comes out): But that's not fair! Sam: It's the Duma... what do you expect? Tatiana: We'll be praying for you! Sam: Thanks... I may need it!
Duma... Sam (sees Kerensky waiting by the door): Have you been waiting there to escort me in? Kerensky: I have! (as they go inside) You aren't scared are you? Sam: A little nervous... but hey, whatever happens... happens! Kerensky: Members of the Duma... (motions to a seat) Sam, have a seat! Sam (goes and sits): Of course! Assemblyman: Do you know why you are here? Sam: I read the summons... I know you want to decide if i stay or if I must go! Assemblyman: What if we vote for you to go? Sam (sighs): Then I'll have to go! But at least let me stay until after tomorrow! Assemblyman: We'll see! Do you know why we're having this hearing... why we're voting? Sam: I heard from Tatiana... you think I'm dictating policy! You thought that about Grigori Rasputin too back then! Assemblyman: That's correct! Let's vote! Sam: Hold on... don't i even get to defend myself!? Assemblyman (sighs): But of course! Sam: Now look... I know I've come off a lot of times rather roughly! But i feel that what i do is for the good of Russia and for the people! I'm not trying to dictate policy... I'm trying to help Russia! I'm trying to help improve it... for you, for your families, hell even for me i suppose! I want to be a source of help not some dictator! However when I feel like I'm being ignored and like i don't know what I'm talking about... it feels like an old time attack! I've been here for a couple years now... I've shown the people that I'm not a bad person! That's my other problem... YOU! Assemblyman: Us? Sam: Yes but you aren't the only ones! There's a saying... never judge a book by it's cover! That is exactly what you and some others still do to me! If only you were talk with me, get to know me... you'll find I'm a very decent person! I like helping people and yeah i may have a temper... but i just want to be heard and you more or less brush me aside! Get to know me, talk to me... i don't bite! There i think i have said all I've needed to say! But if you still wish me to leave, I know I have no choice but at least let me leave the day after tomorrow, please I'm asking you! Assemblyman: You do realize some changes will have be made if you stay? Sam: I know... I need to calm my temper! Assemblyman: And stay out of political affairs since you are not part of the Duma? Sam: Then make me a part of it... make me an honorary member or something! I've come too far and i think I've proved my worth well enough to be allowed to stay! Please... look at all the good I've done? Assemblyman: We'll take your words into consideration! Prime Minister Kerensky... please escort the lady outside? Kerensky: Of course! Sam if you will? Sam: I understand! Kerensky (returns to podium): Gentlemen? How do you vote?
Kerensky comes out, you see Sam's reaction and is that a sigh of relief or acceptance? OTMA at lunch... Tatiana: I think we should save her some lunch! Maria: I agree, this may be the last time we're together! Ivan S: Half of me wants to march right down to that Duma... Maria: Ivan!? The last couple of times Sam did that... look where it got her? Ivan S: What are they going to do... exile me? Olga: They may if you push it! Alexei (him and Kole enter): Hey we're back for lunch! (they both notice the grim expressions) What's going on... did we just miss something? Olga: Well...
TBC... Alexei and Kole find out about Sam summons and they all talk as they wait! Looks like Cousin Dmitri is stuck in Alcatraz! Soon Sam will enter and we'll find out her fate!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 8:16:31 GMT -5
Olga: Well, Sam has been summoned to the Duma. Tatiana: They're discussing whether to kick her out of Russia. Alexei: Oh man, would that suck, and on my birthday too! Anastasia: Well, we still don't know what happened. Sam will tell us when she returns. Kole: Well, what if we spoke up on Sam's behalf. Won't that help? Maria: I wish it could, Kole, but we don't have any political power anymore. Kole: But they still might listen. Maria: I suppose they might. However, we better wait until Sam tells us what happened. Anastasia: Meanwhile, Cousin Dimitri is in Alcatraz. Kole: I was thinking about that. Remember I told you that they'll arrest Al Capone for tax evasion. Well, that is where they'll send him. To The Rock. Alexei: The Rock? Kole: That is what they called it. Anastasia: Did anyone ever escape? Kole: Well, there was, will be, an attempt made in 1946, but it will fail. The prisoners that will attempt the escape will be killed. Then, in 1962, three men, Frank Morris and two brothers, John and Clarence Anglin, will succeed in breaking out, but will never be seen or heard from again. Maria: Really? Kole: Yeah, they say that the raft they made broke up halfway to shore and they were swept out to sea and drowned. Others say their froze, the waters of San Francisco are COLD, and, once again, the bodies were swept out to sea.. Other say they made it, but I don't think so. Those three men were career criminals. For them to stay under the radar of the law, they would have had to clean up their acts, not even getting a speeding ticket. Somehow, I don't think that's likely. Of course, that never stopped legends forming about those three men over the years. Alexei: Interesting. Kole: Soon, after Alcatraz was shut down as a prison. In my time, it's a tourist attraction.
Tsarskoe Selo...
Nicholas: I guess you heard about Sam. Alexandra: You don't think the Duma will make her leave Russia. Nicholas: Alix, I don't know. Alexandra: God, it's like those old rumours about Our Friend, when they thought he was running Russia. Nicholas: Yes, I just hope history isn't repeating itself.
The fate of Frank Morris and the Anglin brothers remains unsolved to this day. If they are alive now, they'd all be in their early 80's.
Tatiana: Everyone, eat something! Olga: How, when we're all worried about Sam? Maria: She's right... i may have has lost my appetite i fear! Alexei (hears something): That's the door! Dmitri M (stands): You're home! Sam: Sit Dmitri! Dmitri M (does so): How did it go? Sam: Well... Tatiana (Sam places her hands right on her shoulders since she closest. Tatiana looks up): Well what? Sam (sighs): The Duma... Olga: No, they... Sam (smiles): The Duma is letting me stay! That's not all! Maria: Sit first! Sam: I will! (goes and sits) I have more news! Olga: Well... tell us! Sam: I am more or less now allowed to be an honorary member of the Duma! Ivan S: That's great! Sam: As long as... i don't lose my temper on them! If there is an issue i can go and debate it... not force it as they call it! Olga: So does that mean you'll be sitting in at the Duma everyday? Sam: No... because I'm honorary, all i need do is go in when something I'm attracted to comes up! Tatiana: We were just going to have lunch but this changes everything! Maria: So we'll have leftovers... we need to go and celebrate! Sam: Aren't we already going to... hint, hint? Anastasia: Yeah but that's... another day! Olga: I'm calling Mama and Papa and ask them to come over! Maria: I'll call Sablin, Rodionov and Yurovsky... they have an apartment together a couple miles down from us! Alexei: I know, they're right next door to us! Olga: They are? Alexei: Yep! Tatiana: How do you know that? Alexei: Because... Rodionov was on their porch getting some air and we talked! He thinks it's cool that me and Kole are moving right next door! Anastasia: Awesome! Wait what about Yurovsky's wife and children? Alexei: Oh yeah, he came out a little later! I asked how he was... not so well! But he hasn't relapsed! Tatiana: What happened? Alexei: His wife and children, while he was out... the house was attacked by vandals and they were... Olga (Alexei trails off): Oh no... so they're... dead? Alexei: I'm afraid so! There's supposed to be a funeral next week and Yurovsky's invited us! Tatiana: We should go so we can support him! Maria: I agree! Anastasia: Back to Sam... I'm calling Uncle Misha and someone has to call Kerensky! Olga: I will! Tatiana: Here's how it goes then... Olga will call Kerensky, I will call Mama and Papa, Mashka will call Sablin and them and Nastya will call Uncle Misha! Settled? (they all nod except Sam) Good, we have calls to make! Sam: Whoa, whoa, whoa! (everybody quickly exits) Okay... so i guess i don't get a vote in this! Olga (pats her on the head): No, you don't... not when it's about you! Sam (plays with her hair): Thanks, needed that Olga! Olga (goes out): I know! Wait where are we going? Maria: Imperial Western Bar and Grill... we've already gone out to Fridays again! Tatiana: Sounds perfect!
TBC... Everybody calls who they're going to call and then it's apparently time to celebrate! That's so cool... Rodionov, Sablin, and Yurovsky and Alexei and Kole will be next door neighbors! Poor Yurovsky though!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 8:17:36 GMT -5
Anastasia: Wait, I have a better idea. Maria: What is it, Nastya? Anastasia: We should do the celebration tomorrow, since it's our brother's birthday. Turns to Alexei. Is that okay with you. Alexei: I'd like that. Everyone else agrees. Anastasia: Then it's settled then.
The next day, August 12, the Family and guests are at Imperial Western Bar and Grill...
Nicholas: Well, Happy Birthday, Alexei. You're 22 now. Alexandra: My little boy is growing up. Alexei: Thank you both. Olga: A toast to our brother! Anastasia: Hear, hear! Everyone toasts Alexei. At that point, Kole stands up with her own glass. Alexei: What is it, Kole? Kole: I have an announcement of my own, Alexei, that I was saving for today. Alexei: What is it? Kole: I'm pregnant again! Alexei is silent. Kole: Alexei!? Alexei: Oh, I'm fine. That is wonderful news. Hugs his wife. Anastasia: Awww... Alexei: How long have you known about this. Kole: Since our last day at Livadia. I had a dizzy spell, and Tatiana found out soon after. I swore her to secrecy. Tatiana: Doctor/patient confidentiality. Kole: However, when your sisters and I were looking at our apartment, I accidentally let the cat out of the bag, so I swore them to secrecy as well. Alexei: Looks at his sisters. Is that true? Maria: It is. Kole felt this would be a great birthday surprise for you, and we agreed. Nicholas: This is wonderful news. Alexei: Yes, and I remember what grandfather told me at Spala, that this baby will be carried to term. Kole: Your grandmother said the same thing in that Misty Field. I remember she was there, and so were the others, including that lady that died of cancer. Tatiana: Sophie? Kole: Yeah, her. Alexei: Well, I'm happy. Looks at Sam. And also I need to thank Sam too, she got rid of the illness that plagued me most of my life. Kole: I agree. At this point, Sam stands up to make her own announcement...
But before she can speak... Misha: Are we too late? Alexei: Nope... just on time! Kerensky (Sablin, Rodionov, Yurovsky, and Misha sit): Have you told everyone yet? Sam: I was about to when you all walked in! I have an announcement! Nicholas: Go ahead! Sam: The girls already know... (Kerensky clears his throat) Kerensky too of course! If it hadn't been for him... I'd probably be expelled from this beautiful country! Kerensky: You heard? Sam: I'm a Vampire remember... oh right you didn't know! We have like extra hearing capabilities... we can hear from quite a distance! Kerensky: So you were able to eavesdrop through the door! Sam: I was sitting outside Kerensky... waiting for my fate! I heard you speaking on my behalf! Alexandra: Well, go on! Sam: I'm allowed to stay... Kerensky (smiles): And... there's more i believe? Sam (laughs): Shush! Yes, there's more! I'm now what they call an honorary member of the Duma! If i see a bill or an issue that attracts my attention i can go and debate on it! Kerensky: There's a condition or two i believe? Sam: I'm getting there... I must try to contain my temper and I can't sound like I'm forcing something on them! Kerensky: Exactly... and as she said I spoke on her behalf! I reminded them of the good she's done for our country! Sam: Exactly! Alexei (Sam smiles right at him): What? Sam: First, Happy Birthday! Alexei: Thanks! Sam: There's one other thing! (clears throat) Look behind you! Alexei (does so and gasps): NAGORNEY! Nagorney (standing right behind and over him): Now, you didn't think I'd miss your birthday did you? Tatiana: But how? Nagorney: Sam called me last week to remind his birthday was coming up! I checked to see if i had any vacation time... and here i am! Alexei: This is so cool! (pats a seat next to him, Kole's on the other side of him) Have a seat... you can sit here right next to me! Nagorney: But of course! Sam: Shall we eat? Maria: Yes, eating is good! Sam: I thought as much!
They're all talking as they eat... Alexei: So Nagorney...
TBC... Scene continues as Alexei asks Nagorney what he's been up to and everyone i bet is wondering how Yurovsky is doing! Next I'll have everyone favorite pastime, yes... pop up!
Alexei: So, Nagorney, what have you been up to? Nagorney: We've been patrolling our Pacific coast. It seems there is a problem there with people smuggling booze into the United States. Alexei: Funny you should mention that. Cousin Dimitri was doing it, and the Americans caught him. He's now in Alcatraz Prison. Nagorney: Really!? I didn't know that. Alexei: Yeah, it seems he's had some money problems and didn't tell us. Nagorney: I was wondering why he wasn't here. Kole: In the long run, it won't matter. Prohibition will be repealed seven years from now. Alexei: That's right. Oh, and we have more news. Kole and I are expecting a new baby. Nagorney: That is wonderful news. I remember how devastated you both were when you lost your last baby. Kole: Well, we know that we'll carry this one to term. Meanwhile, Tatiana is talking to Yurovsky. Tatiana: How are you feeling? Yurovsky: As well as can be expected. At least... Tatiana: At least? Yurovsky: I wanted to start drinking again. But i didn't. Tatiana: That is good to hear. Yurovsky: And there is more. Olga: More? Yurovsky: I'll tell you all later. Olga: But... Tatiana: Olga, let him have his space. Olga: Oh, okay. Misha: Actually funny that you mentioned Cousin Dimitri a few moments ago. I have news about him. Nicholas: What is it? Misha: He got a visit from some guy called Eliot Ness. Apparently, this Ness guy wants to bring down Capone. Dimitri has agreed to tell everything he knows, and there is talk that they might reduce his prison time as a result. Alexandra: I wonder how much he does know. Kole: Well, it can't be much. History says that Al Capone will not be arrested until 1931. Alexei: Yeah, you mentioned that. For tax evasion. Kole: That's the only charge they could make stick. Maria: Well, whatever happens, I hope Cousin Dimitri has learned his lesson. Anastasia: Yeah, why didn't he just come to us for help. Nicholas: I imagine it was pride. Sometimes pride can make people do stupid things. Alexei: Yeah, and... Hey, here comes the cake.
The cake arrives and everyone sings.
Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you. Happy Birthday, dear Alexei. Happy Birthday to you!
Alexei makes a wish and blows out the candles.
Kole: What did you wish for? Alexei: I'll tell you later...
All of a sudden... Dmitri P (voice): Did someone say my name? OTMA (everyone turns totally shocked): DMITRI! Sam: But how!? Dmitri P: I told them what they needed to know, they thought since I'm a first timer to let me go with just a warning! They also figure it will be safer for me since I talked about that guy to return home to Russian soil! I'll see you all later... you probably don't want me here! Maria (looks to Alexei): Dmitri! (rushes to him and takes his hand) Please stay? Dmitri P: Why, haven't i caused enough trouble? Alexei: You're still our cousin... (smiles) and it's my birthday and I say you have to stay so there! Dmitri (Alexei grins): How do you all feel? Sam: (OTA nod, followed by the guys): We want you to stay! (everyone turns to Nicky and Alix) Well? Nicholas (sighs as Alix nods towards Alexei): For Alexei's sake, you may stay! But you need to be honest about things Dmitri! Dmitri P (sighs): I know! Alexei: For starters... what sort of financial issues are you having? Dmitri P: It's your birthday... this should all be about you shouldn't it? Alexei (smiles): That didn't answer the question! Dmitri P (shrugs): I... I have... Olga: Yes? Dmitri P: I have a gambling problem... i owed some money to an opponent or else there would be so called hell to pay! I needed the extra cash flow and this seemed to work... well at first anyhow! I made two prior trips and didn't get caught! Sam: Well sorry to say... luck was not on your side this time! Dmitri P: I know! Tatiana: Dmitri? Dmitri P: Tatiana? Tatiana: Why didn't you come to us instead... we would have helped you sort this out! Dmitri P: I... (sighs) I was afraid! Olga: Of what? Dmitri: Not what... who! You guys actually before you even ask! Sam: Why be afraid of us? Anastasia: Yeah, we're your family! Sam: Myself included I hope Dmitri! Dmitri P: Of course favorite Witch Woman... you probably don't want me calling you that right now if ever again! Sam (smiles): Since when I did say you couldn't call me that Dmitri? Dmitri P (gets himself to laugh): You got me there! I was afraid you'd all turn against me again or something! Olga: Papa? Nicholas: You can't always fix peoples problems Olga... sometimes they have to take care of their issues themselves! (Olga looks at him rather sadly) Don't sulk at me Olga! (she's still doing it making him sigh) If you wish! Olga (smiles and nods): Thank you Papa! Dmitri... I'll pay off your debts this one time on one, no two conditions! Dmitri P: Name it... not like i don't deserve it! Olga: One, you stop participating in this bootlegging nonsense and two, you get some help for your gambling problem if it continues getting out of hand! Oh... and that next time you're having a problem that you come to us and talk to us about it! Dmitri P: Umm Olga... that's three conditions you just stated! Olga (looks as if she's thinking): Oh... so i did! Dmitri P: I will agree to those terms! Olga: Good... we'll go over what is owed tomorrow! Dmitri P: Agreed! Sam: It's time to go home! Dmitri, as in Cousin Dmitri... you're staying with out until you get everything straightened out again! Dmitri P: I accept the invitation!
They get back to Anichkov Palace... Alexei: Mashka? Maria: Yes little brother? Alexei (smiles... and uh-oh here comes some cake in her face): That cake was absolutely wonderful! Maria: Why you... (splats him back) now that's what i call payback! Alexei: Oh it's... (Maria ducks) on! Sam (turns to Maria motioning towards Alexei): Thanks, I needed some cake in my hair! Alexei: She's the one that ducked! Sam (splat right at... wait that's not Alexei): So? (realizes who she's hit) Oh no! Dmitri P: Well that was a nice welcome home present if ever! (gets her back) Ha, take that! BP (Olga pours something on his head, Tatiana pies him in the face): Welcome Home Dmitri! Dmitri P: You girls shouldn't have done that! Olga: Just what will you do about it... Tatiana (Olga looks to her making her laugh): Especially when there's two of us? Dmitri P (grabs a glass of cold water in each hand and pours it over the BP's heads who gasp and are now no longer laughing): Need a drink? Tatiana (move some hair from her face): It's on now! Alexei: Hey Nagorney? Nagorney (turns only to get a pie on the face): Thanks, needed that! Alexei: That's just my way of thanking you for taking time off to visit! Nagorney (splats a pie on his head): You're welcome then! By the way i don't leave until the day after tomorrow! Alexei: Don't worry! (splats him with something again) there will be a two night guest room coming up! Nagorney (splats him in return): Thanks!
Food fight continues! Time to get ready for bed, OTMA are talking about the party and then weirdly Yurovsky...
TBC... Scene continues with OTMA talking! Yay Dmitri got off and has been able to return home! Yes, Dmitri has learned his lesson and he'll be staying at Anichkov Palace until he get his life straightened back out!
Anastasia: Well, I think our brother had a great party. Maria: Me too. It was nice that Nagorney was able to come. Tatiana: I think everyone enjoyed themselves. Olga: Except Yurovsky, and I can't blame him. I wonder why he didn't want to tell us more. Maria: yeah, it seemed he was holding something back. Anastasia: I wonder what it was. Olga: I guess we'll find out soon. Also, it's good that Cousin Dimitri is home. Tatiana: Let's just hope he's learned his lesson. Maria: I think he has.
Meanwhile...
Kole: I knew I should have worn my space suit. Alexei: Huh? Kole: The food fight. I should have seen that coming. Alexei: Yeah, it does seem to be a family tradition now. Laughs. Kole: I know. Alexei: Still, Kole, your news was the best gift I could get. Kole: It was great news to me too. Both smile.
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 8:19:28 GMT -5
The next morning, everyone is gathered in the kitchen, when Nicholas and Alexandra arrive..
Olga: Mama? Papa? What brings you here? Nicholas: Yurovsky called us and asked us to come here. Alexandra: Apparently, he wants to tell us all something. Anastasia: Maybe it's what he didn't want to say yesterday. Soon, Yurovsky, Sablin, and Rodionov arrive. Dimitri M: Well, we're all here. What's the story. Yurovsky: Sorry I didn't say this yesterday, but I didn't want to ruin the party. You see, the tragedy that happened to me wasn't random, I was targeted. Tatiana: Targeted? Yurovsky: Yes. Pulls out a letter. This came in the mail for me yesterday. You should all hear it.
Yurovsky reads the letter..
Dear Traitor:
The men who killed your wife and children were in my employ. I am only sorry that you were not there as well. Let this be known that all those who betrayed my husband's dream will suffer. You, and the two traitors who married the younger Grand Duchesses. You will ALL pay for turning your backs on the ideals my late husband strove for.
Nadezhda Krupskaya
Kole: Who's Nadezhda Krupskaya? Nicholas: She's Lenin's widow, and just as fanatical as he was. Alexandra: I thought she'd fled to France after the revolution failed. Tatiana: Obviously, she's come back. Olga: Great! Another Bolshevik with a grudge against us! Tatiana: Not us, Olga. From what she said, she will be after the Ivan's. Since they used to be Bolsheviks, and in her eyes, betrayed her. Ivan K: Bring it on! Ivan S: I agree. Yurovsky: I was the real target. My wife and children were just.... collateral damage. Dimitri C-B: Time to arm ourselves again. If this bitch tries anything, I want to be ready! Dimitri M: Agreed. Also, we'll have the Cossacks step up security as well. At that point, Sam comes in and asks what is going on.
Sam (enters): What's going on? (looks around her) Why does everyone look worried? Nicholas: Yurovsky? Yurovsky: Yeah... (holds it out to her) you may want to read this! Sam: Okay! (takes it and reads it): Wait a minute... so the vandals weren't that at all were they!? Yurovsky: No apparently they were hired hit men! Sam (all of a sudden screams are heard as shots are fired through the windows): What is with the screaming!? (moves some aside) OH MY GOD! Yurovsky: What!? Sam: It's Maria! (she rushes over where you a pool of blood near Maria, she's been shot in the side a few times) Hold on! Ivan S: MASHKA! (rushes over and starts stroking her hair) You are not leaving me, do you hear me!? I will not lose you... I won't! Sam: She's passed out! (checks for a pulse) She's still breathing but barely! Ivan K (turns just in time): She's not the only one! Tatiana (rushes over, to find the same thing): ANASTASIA! Sam: We need to get them to the sick room and fast! Tatiana: I agree! Ivan S: That's it... THIS IS WAR! NOBODY SHOOTS MY WIFE AND ATTEMPTS TO KILL HER... NOBODY! Sam ("Gibbes" Ivan S): SHUT UP! YOU AREN'T GOING TO DO ANYTHING OF THE SORT! Ivan S: MY WIFE HAS BEEN SHOT! Sam: She's going to live... we aren't going to let her die! Ivan S: If ever i see whatever her name is... I'll end her myself! If Mashka dies... I will hunt Lenin's widow down if need be and make sure she joins her damnable husband in Hell! Tatiana: That will be enough! Now help me! Ivan S: Right! Alexandra: I've called the center... (hears sirens) that would be the ambulances now! Tatiana: Thank you Mama! Ivan S: I'm going to be the one in the ambulance with my wife! Tatiana (looks to Ivan K): What about you! Ivan K: I'll do the same! Tatiana: Very well, I'll drive behind you! Sam (as they get the LP secured and out the door): We'll follow suit! Alexandra: Save them Tatiana... save your sisters! Tatiana: I will Mama, don't you worry! (she goes out the door behind the EMT's) I will do everything in my power to make sure they survive! Sam: Do Tatiana, do! (there's a thud making her turn): OLGA! Dmitri C-B: She's fainted... you guys go on ahead! (picks her up and puts her on the sofa) I'll stay with her until she wakes up and then we'll join you! Sam: Sounds like a plan!
At the center... Dmitri M (as they watch Tatiana rush by with Maria): There Tatiana goes! Alexandra: Oh Nicky... hold me! Nicholas: I'm here Alix... I won't let go! Alexandra: I can't bear the thought of losing Maria and Anastasia... I just can't! Sam (goes and puts a hand to Alix's shoulder): Don't worry! Like Tatiana said... she's going to do everything in her power to make sure the LP survive! Have faith! Alexandra: Yes, you're right! I must have faith... whatever happens is God's will! I just pray that he doesn't take them! Sam: So do I... (looks down the hall) so do I!
Next day...
TBC... scene continues and they're given a new letter... and don't worry Ivan S especially won't do anything stupid, they won't let him! It seems this woman means business... when she said she was going to make "traitors" suffer she meant it! They took her family (Lenin) now she's going to leave them without theirs in return if she can help it!
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Post by Tim on Aug 19, 2016 8:20:59 GMT -5
Tatiana: Well, I've managed to stabilize both of them. Ivan K: What about the baby. Tatiana: It's okay, the bullet missed Nastya's womb. It was touch and go though. Ivan S: Can we see them? Tatiana: No, they're still in ICU, and will be for some time to come. Go home, both of you. Ivan S: But... Tatiana: Go! The Center will call in anything changes.
Later, back at Anichkov Palace..
Olga: Sorry for fainting like that. You know me and blood. Tatiana: Plus being pregnant. Nicholas: Comes in. I've beefed up security around the palace. No gunman will get the drop on us again. Alexei and Kole come in, both armed. Kole: All quiet so far. Alexei: Yeah, but I don't think we've heard the last of this lady. A servant enters. Servant: This just came in the mail. Olga: Let me see it. Opens it, another letter from Nadezhda Krupskaya
To the Romanov Family and Traitors:
It seems my hit men missed whom I wanted, the two traitors who married the younger Grand Duchesses, but I will settle for the results. Now all of you know the pain of losing someone you love, as I did.
Now, who will I go after next. The Grand Duchesses all have children, maybe some of them Or how about that pretty American woman the former Tsarevitch married? Or how about that Witch Woman you all seem to love so much. So many to choose from. Until next time, traitors, watch your backs!
Nadezhda Krupskaya
Ivan S: Okay, it's on! That bitch is going down. Grabs a rifle. Tatiana: And just where are you going? Ivan S: I'm going to find her and take her out! That's where I'm going! Tatiana: Ivan, this is not the way. Ivan S: Are you kidding!? Didn't you hear what the letter said. She threatened our children! Olga: Tatiana is right, Ivan, this is not the way. Ivan S: HEY, THAT BITCH DREW FIRST BLOOD! SHE TRIED TO KILL MY WIFE, SHE TRIED TO KILL MY SISTER-IN-LAW! SHE IS GOING DOWN! Starts to head out. Ivan K: Ivan, wait! Ivan S: Don't you try to stop me as well. I killed dozens of men at Galicia, one woman should not be a problem. Ivan K: This is NOT Galicia. You do this, you'll be committing murder. You'll be sinking to her level. Ivan S: Not all at. It's like that movie Kole and Sam told us about. The one where the guy went after the ones that raped his daughter and killed his wife. Kole: Death Wish. Ivan S: Yeah, it's like that. Ivan K: Ivan, that's a movie, this is REAL. Do you think Maria would want this, you going all vigilante. Ivan S: But... Ivan K: But nothing, dude. You have children that are going to need you until Maria gets back. What about them? Ivan S: But we have to do something about this woman. She means business. Nicholas: We will, Ivan, but we'll do it the right way. Ivan S: Turns to Sam. What do you think?
Sam: I think everyone's right and you're wrong! I also think... (the phone goes off) I'll get it! (answers) Yes? (eyes widen and she quickly hold out the phone) Tatiana!? Tatiana (rushes and takes the phone): This is Tatiana! (listens) Irina... breath! Slow down! Dmitri M (Tatiana braces herself against the wall): Tatiana? Tatiana (takes a breath): I'll be right there! Sam (Tatiana slams down the phone and rushes out): Tatiana? What is it!? Tatiana: Mashka's cord has been pulled! (everyone goes wide eyed) They got her before she could get Anastasia! Sam: Her... you mean Lenin's... Tatiana: Yes and I'll see you at the center! Ivan S (growls): THAT'S IT! IF MASHKA DIES... SHE DIES! Sam (slaps him upside his head): KNOCK IT OFF! WHAT DO YOU THINK MARIA WOULD SAY IF SHE HEARD YOU TALKING LIKE THIS... ABOUT GETTING REVENGE!? REVENGE IS NOT THE ANSWER! Ivan S: What would you know about revenge!? Sam: Oh I know plenty... I've had friends that I've lost with whom, yeah i wanted to avenge them! But you know what... i didn't and i won't! Revenge doesn't solve anything... it doesn't undo what has already been done! Now if you're done acting all high and mighty... we've gotta get to the center! Ivan S: I will not lose her... do you hear me!? Sam: We've heard you loud and clear more times then we care to count! Face it Ivan, if Mashka dies... which she won't... you won't be the only one to lose her! Nicky and Alix would lose a daughter, your sister-in-laws and brother in law would lose their sister, your children will lose their mother and I will lose a very close friend! (her phone goes off and she answers) Tatiana? Tatiana (voice): She's alive and stabilized but she's in very critical condition! Sam: Oh thank god! Ivan S: What? Sam: Hold on! (pulls phone away) She'll tell you when we get there! (back on phone) Tatiana, we're coming in soon... I just had to set (looks to Ivan S) someone here straight! Tatiana (voice): Very well! Sam: Tatiana? Tatiana (voice): Yes? Sam: How's Anastasia? Tatiana (voice): I'll tell you when you all get here! Sam: Alright! (hangs up) She'll tell us when we get there!
On way to the center... Nadezhda (pointing a gun at them): Going somewhere? Ivan S: YOU! YOU'RE NADEZHDA AREN'T YOU!? Nadezhda: I am! Your precious wife is dead! Ivan S: Woman or not... YOU'RE GOING DOWN! Sam (has to grab him): IVAN, DON'T! Nadezhda: Yes, listen to your pathetic witch! Ivan S (pushes Sam out of the way): GET THE HELL OUT OF MY WAY! Dmitri M: Ivan don't be stupid! (Ivan S pushes Nadezhda down) IVAN! Ivan S (picks up her gun that she dropped and aims it at her): THIS IS FOR MARIA! Sam (smiles): Go ahead, kill her! Olga (looks to her horrified): WHAT!? Sam (looks to Olga): Trust me... Ivan knows what he's doing! (towards Ivan S): Go ahead, Ivan... you talked about killing her and now you have your chance! So go ahead and shoot her... then tell us just how good it feels and if it really changed anything! Tell us how good you feel about yourself having killed a woman after you're done shooting her... how that emptiness you feel with Maria not around is filled back up! Tell us how happy Maria will be when she finds you've shot this woman dead and in her name as well! (Ivan S still only has the gun aimed) Go on and pull the trigger... see what good comes out of it all in the end! Just think how proud Maria would be if you killed the woman who had her shot at in her name! Is she really worth it Ivan? Ivan S (sighs): You're right! (very slowly lowers the gun) Revenge is not the answer! Nicholas: Cossacks take her to the city prison to await trial! Sam (goes to him and slowly takes the gun): Maria will be proud... you did the right thing Ivan! Ivan S (sighs again): I know, I know! We have a center to go to! Sam: You're right we do!
Center... Ivan K: Anastasia... how is she? Ivan S: Maria... please don't tell me she's dead!? Tatiana: No Ivan! Maria's been resuscitated... she's alive again! As for Anastasia, she's stabilizing but in very critical condition like Maria is! They're both in heavy comas but Maria had to be put on a respirator after what happened! Anastasia's only on Oxygen but a high level of it! Ivan S: Will they make it? Tatiana: It's too soon to tell, I'm afraid! Ivan S: Nadezhda came to us on our way to the center, rubbing it in... I had her and i could've killed her! But luckily common sense took over thanks to someone we all know... and I didn't! I let the Cossacks take her... the courts will deal with her! Tatiana: I'm proud of you! Sam: We all are... and Maria will be too when she wakes up! Olga (has the Ivan's are talking with Tatiana she slides up to Sam): You're good! You more or less used reverse psychology on him didn't you? Sam: I wanted him to think about his actions before he did anything! One person who doesn't think before they act is annoying enough! Olga (playfully gasps): Hey! Sam: Yes? Olga (shakes her head smiling): Never mind! Sam: Smart choice! Olga (smiles): Don't push it!
Misty Field... Maria: Anastasia? Anastasia: Hey! (Maria looks at her) Yes, I got shot too! Do you remember anything? Maria: I remember we were talking and then shots were fired... I screamed and everything went black! Anastasia: It was too fast for me! Maria: I just hope it's not our time! Anastasia (takes her sister's hand): If we die... we'll at least be together right? Maria (smiles): Right! (someone appears) May! May: Mama says to tell you it's not your time and you're both too young to die! Anastasia: That... is a comforting thought! May (makes a ball appear): Let's play while you both wait to recover! Maria (her and the imp nod at each other): Sure thing!
TBC... Ivan made the right choice... but everyone wants to wait until they wake up for Maria to be told!The LP won't be waking up anytime soon though! Nadezhda Krupskaya has been arrested! Oh thank god Maria is saved!
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