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<blockquote data-quote="Silver Moon" data-source="post: 3436471" data-attributes="member: 8530"><p><strong>Chapter 239, "Picnics and Flowers" Sunday, April 2, 1881, 12:00 P.M.</strong> </p><p></p><p>The picnic is a heart warming event. Children are running around playing tag while parents mingle and catch up on the latest gossip. An informal band with fiddlers have set up on the grass and the young adults are dancing. Nanuet’s eyes widen and a huge grin spreads across his face as he espies the mountain of food There are four burly men struggling to remove a huge pig with an apple stuffed into it's mouth from a spit that has been dug into the ground. row after row of tables are laden with every imaginable food, including casseroles, pies and deserts. </p><p></p><p>Several of the towns folk rush over and gather around the young priestess to congratulate her and offer their support and suggestions, assuring her that she will have a 'real' church to preach in in no time at all. When everyone has settled down and gone on to the festivities, Minerva and Nanuet spread out a blanket where they can watch the children play and the young folks dance. Nanuet grabs her arm and drags her over to the food tables where he immediately starts heaping several plates to overflowing with food. </p><p></p><p>They fill their plates and head back to the blanket, enjoying the food and the surroundings. Nanuet smiles as some children run by chasing a wayward toy ball giggling as they go. After a few minutes of hearty eating Nanuet starts the conversation. "So, it is done. Your festival has brought everyone together and earned you the job as the town's preacher. I am so proud of you, although I never doubted you could do it." </p><p></p><p>"Gracias," she sighs. "I must admit I was not sure if I was going to get through this with my skin intact." she says rubbing her arms and giving him a crooked grin. "So much adversity in this town. It really is a miracle that they all managed to work together. but it is the gods will...." she shrugs her shoulders. He says, "Yes, the Gods will, amazing. I need some more lemonade, I will be right back." </p><p></p><p>Nanuet fetches more drinks for himself and Minerva. He hands her the glass before continuing the conversation. "So this morning, before the battle started, you asked me a question. A question about being shown the ways of love. I am sorry if my response offended you or hurt your feelings. In no way did I mean to reject you, I just couldn't think about it at that time. I would be honored to share the physical bond of love with you, when you are ready." </p><p></p><p>"I know that I should have more faith in the gods" she says looking down at her hands in her lap. "But their will is not always my own and I was terrified that I would lose you before I could tell you what was in my heart." she says with anguish in her eyes. "I know that it was not the right time but the words just came out." She looks up into his eyes smiling sheepishly. "I did mean what I said though. I do not believe in coincidence. I know we are fated to be together, but I love you so much and it is this love that we have for one another that will truly bind us, Mi Amor. I love you with my heart and my soul and I am ready to love you with my body as well if you will show me how." </p><p></p><p>Nanuet lifts Minerva's chin slightly so that he can look into her eyes. "Do not lower your head my love. I am honored. Gods willing, tonight I shall show you the ways of love as you say. We will complete the union the Gods started that fateful day on the streets of this town when you saved my life." He leans forward and kisses her lightly on the lips, holding that position for a moment before speaking again. "But for now we feast and enjoy the festivities!" </p><p></p><p>Minerva and Nanuet spend a light hearted afternoon enjoying the town picnic and accepting congratulations for Minerva's new appointment as preacher. They are invited to join in several games including a tug of war and a potato sack race and actually win the three legged race when Nanuet pulls her up and half carries, half drags her across the finish line with him. There is much cheering and some good natured arguing as to whether or not their new preacher and her companion have won this competition honestly, but they are awarded a pie for their efforts anyway which Nanuet promptly devours </p><p></p><p>During the final two hours of the festival there are a number of cooking competitions. Hudson's bakery wins most but for none of the cookie baking contents, where Stanley Barker has a clean sweep of the blue ribbons. </p><p></p><p>Following the competition the Barkers stop by the Lucky Lady to see Ruby and Jake. Helen takes Jake aside and gives him a firm handshake. She says, "The Marshall told us that it was your bullet that took Ringo down. Good work Jake. The Merchant's Association made a mistake in January when they took your badge away." Jake replies, "That is mighty kind Mrs. Barker, but I didn't really want the job anyway. I'll do my part now and then. It all works out for the best you know, somebody better at it got the job. I hope she likes the job better than I did." </p><p></p><p>She answers, "Actually Jake, it's starting to get mighty comfortable. Besides, we need somebody around here who knows how to shoot a gun. I've taken Mitch out shooting five or six times now. Don't spread it around, but he'd have a hard time hitting a barn door from twenty feet away." Jake replies, "Heh. Well don't spread this around either but if it gets to the point that Mitchell needs to draw his gun, give me a holler. Just keep me away from Isby's hanging tree and I'll help keep this town together." Jake looks across the room at Ruby. "All I really want is here. I can relax in my own place, play some poker and have mighty good company. Thanks for coming by." </p><p></p><p>Stanley tells Ruby how worried he was when he heard that she was shot. He presents her with all of the extra cookies that he had baked for the competition, a full four-dozen comprised of six different kinds. He wishes her a speedy recovery. Ruby is surprised at Stanley's seemingly genuine concern and extremely appreciative of the cookies. "You know, I am glad you decided to return here to the Lucky Lady, it's been nice having you here to play... and to bring cookies," she smiles. </p><p></p><p>Not long after the Barkers leave Ruby has another visitor, Jane Boag. Once Jake has left the room and they are alone Jane insists upon checking Ruby's wound to make sure that the healing spells were properly applied. She then tells Ruby, "I don't know what to say. They shot you, but had planned to kill me. Oh Ruby, I am so ashamed of everything that I've done." Ruby offers her a seat and a drink and says in a kind tone, "I'll be alright. But why don't you tell me what it is you think you've done?" </p><p></p><p>Jane exclaims, "Oh Ruby, it's what I almost did. Those rumors that you heard, they're all true. I thought that the ends justified the means, that I was to bring Love to the town whether the people wanted it or not. I now know why my thinking was skewed, it was the Palace. I had been there too long. Adair sees the world not as people but as power, schemes and opportunities. I had adopted his way of thinking without even realizing it, I was corrupted by his evil. I used the draw of the boxing matches to then keep the audience spellbound and to do Aphrodite's bidding, but that was wrong, I see it now. </p><p></p><p>The Arch-Bishop, Dimitrios Tsaldaris, I thought he was my enemy, sent here to stop me from the worship of Aphrodite. The opposite is true, he was sent here as my savior. The Goddess spoke to me last night, told me to go to the priest and do what I can to help. When I arrived Doctor Eaton was in his third consecutive hour of surgery and was loosing the patient. My timely arrival and some healing spells gave the Doctor the reprieve he needed and together we saved the man. </p><p></p><p>I stayed with Dimitrios until he awakened. He already knew who I was and what I had done. He even suspected that he was a target of the assassin prior to being shot, but was willing to sacrifice his own life if it would save mine. We spent the morning together, him giving me long overdue counsel, and I now know my future is one of Love. Ruby, I am happy for the first time since my mother died." </p><p></p><p>Ruby smiles and places her hand over Jane's. "It was fairly obvious you were hiding something from me. After my dance I was going to keep a close eye on you to make sure you weren't doing anything to hurt others, or yourself. I was prepared to do what I had to. Of course, then the bullets started flying." Ruby shrugs. "Jane, this is good news that you will continue to work for the goddess and the priest has guided you to the right path for you. But you have to find a new place of employment, obviously. Did you have any ideas? What other skills might you be willing to use?" </p><p></p><p>Jane replies, "Oh but I have already found that. Last night the Goddess brought a new man into my life, my future is with him." "A man?" Ruby raises an eyebrow. "Is it wise to trust your future to a man?" Ruby realizes the old her is creeping out and she stuffs her instincts back down. "I mean, tell me about him. What would you be doing?" </p><p></p><p>Jane says, "I ran into him last night at the ball. He was a good friend of my mother, from back in Kansas City. He recognized me and told me how saddened he was to hear of her tragic death in the fire. We spoke for around ten minutes about her and how we both miss her dearly. I then ran into him today, during lunch over at the Silver Dollar. We spoke at length about happier times back in Missouri. I told him of my decision to leave the Palace. He was surprised but gladdened to hear that, saying that my singing talents were wasted there. </p><p></p><p>He then offered me a job. He owns a saloon in Tucson. He says that it is rather run down but that he now has money to reinvest into it. He has offered me the opportunity to turn it into a place my mother would be proud of, where Aphrodite can be properly worshipped as a true Deity, not just a god whose name is mentioned in brothels but don't truly believe in. Ruby, I believe this man, my mother trusted him, how can I do any less." </p><p></p><p>Ruby smiles widely, "That sounds wonderful! I didn't know you could sing. Does this savior of yours have a name?" Jane answers, "Michael....I'm afraid I can't tell you his last name, he told me but asked me not to share it. He...had some trouble with the law back so has been living under aliases. His tavern in fact is listed under the name of his business partner, Mr. Van Horne." </p><p></p><p>Ruby replies, "Mister Van Horne, huh? He's the card shark hanging around Promise City. Introduced me to Kentucky Bourbon, actually. I didn't think he was so bad. I think Jake warned him to stay out of our poker games though." Ruby scrunches her nose, "But that means you'll be leaving! We've just met." A small pout comes to her face. "I wish you didn't have to leave but I understand." Ruby stands and hugs her friend, although keeps a little distance for her injury. "Are you going to keep in touch with me?" </p><p></p><p>Jane answers, "Yes, oh yes. You and Jake will have to come and visit us when we have the grand reopening of the saloon, like the one you had here. I'm sure that Michael won't mind." Ruby replies, "You can absolutely count on us being there," she smiles knowingly. "When are you leaving?" She replies, "Michael has already left, he said that he would meet me there. Mr. Van Horne is leaving tomorrow morning and has agreed to be my traveling companion." Ruby says, "Tomorrow is so soon! Alright sweetie, take care of yourself." Ruby hugs her again then says, "Take care of yourself, sister." After Jane leaves Ruby lays down for a well needed nap. </p><p></p><p>Conrad escorted Kate back to the Lucky Lady so she could check on Ruby and Nanuet. They said good afternoon quietly, aware of the very public porch. "It will all be well, you'll see," Kate assured him, before letting him go to his work. Kate went inside the Lucky Lady to spend some quiet time with her friends but is informed that Nanuet left with Minerva and that Ruby is sleeping. </p><p></p><p>Before Kate can decide what to do next she is summoned to meet with the Arch-Bishop at the Promise City Hotel. He is recovering in his bed and tells her "The Goddess Diana came to me in a dream. She wanted me to tell you that your son will be safe." Katherine sat very quietly. The summons had frightened her. As much as personally she found herself liking the Arch-Bishop, her trust had extended only so far as their interests coincided. </p><p></p><p>She replies, "Of course he will be. Now that the Cowboys are gone, there's no reason to be afraid. You... know the circumstances of my son's conception?" The Arch-Bishop nodded. "I do. But the end of Johnny Ringo is not what makes your son safe. He is under Diana's protection, and as long as he is within you, that extends to his mother as well." Despite the relief of this day, or perhaps because of it, Kate broke down and cried. </p><p></p><p>After being on duty since before dawn Chester is finally relieved mid-afternoon when Helen takes over. The town is still very crowded, with most visitors staying around until Monday. Chester walks into the Lucky Lady where several strangers offer to buy him drinks, having heard that he led the posse that got Ringo. Chester takes a couple of people up on their offer. He tells an abridged version of the story to the gathered crowd, leaving out any mention of the supernatural </p><p></p><p>Jake decides to select some flower to bring up to Ruby to liven up the bedroom. He looks back though the flowers, finding most from friends and customers. Among them, Laurie Gilson, the gang at the El Parador, Neil Cassidy, the Kelley's, Al Brower (with extra thanks for the business he had from the festival), Chumbley and Judge Isby. He notes that the largest bouquet has Miss Ruby West written in fancy script on the outer envelope. He can't resist the urge to peek at what's written inside. The note reads: </p><p></p><p><em>Miss West~ </em></p><p><em></em></p><p><em>I was overcome to hear that you were injured last night. I hope these flowers can help cheer your mood while you recover. Your dance last evening was absolutely inspiring and quite enjoyable. I also look forward to hearing your angelic voice once you feel better. </em></p><p><em></em></p><p><em>Do not forget my offer, I long to take you away from here and can give you what no other man can. </em></p><p><em></em></p><p><em>~C.T. </em></p><p></p><p>He leaves the large bouquet there and takes the two smaller bouquets up to their room. </p><p></p><p>Shortly thereafter Marshal Berg enters the Lucky Lady. Berg nods to Thom as he walks past him. He heads over to the bar and refuses a drink offered by Niles. He speaks to Niles in hushed tones and appears a bit unnerved. Thom strains an ear a bit to try and overhear the conversation. Niles asks, "You want me to get Chester now? Maybe Jake?" Berg replies, "No, just tell them to come see me when they get a chance, I want to know if they saw anything. Keep your eyes open." With that, Berg exits the Lucky Lady quickly.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Silver Moon, post: 3436471, member: 8530"] [B]Chapter 239, "Picnics and Flowers" Sunday, April 2, 1881, 12:00 P.M.[/B] The picnic is a heart warming event. Children are running around playing tag while parents mingle and catch up on the latest gossip. An informal band with fiddlers have set up on the grass and the young adults are dancing. Nanuet’s eyes widen and a huge grin spreads across his face as he espies the mountain of food There are four burly men struggling to remove a huge pig with an apple stuffed into it's mouth from a spit that has been dug into the ground. row after row of tables are laden with every imaginable food, including casseroles, pies and deserts. Several of the towns folk rush over and gather around the young priestess to congratulate her and offer their support and suggestions, assuring her that she will have a 'real' church to preach in in no time at all. When everyone has settled down and gone on to the festivities, Minerva and Nanuet spread out a blanket where they can watch the children play and the young folks dance. Nanuet grabs her arm and drags her over to the food tables where he immediately starts heaping several plates to overflowing with food. They fill their plates and head back to the blanket, enjoying the food and the surroundings. Nanuet smiles as some children run by chasing a wayward toy ball giggling as they go. After a few minutes of hearty eating Nanuet starts the conversation. "So, it is done. Your festival has brought everyone together and earned you the job as the town's preacher. I am so proud of you, although I never doubted you could do it." "Gracias," she sighs. "I must admit I was not sure if I was going to get through this with my skin intact." she says rubbing her arms and giving him a crooked grin. "So much adversity in this town. It really is a miracle that they all managed to work together. but it is the gods will...." she shrugs her shoulders. He says, "Yes, the Gods will, amazing. I need some more lemonade, I will be right back." Nanuet fetches more drinks for himself and Minerva. He hands her the glass before continuing the conversation. "So this morning, before the battle started, you asked me a question. A question about being shown the ways of love. I am sorry if my response offended you or hurt your feelings. In no way did I mean to reject you, I just couldn't think about it at that time. I would be honored to share the physical bond of love with you, when you are ready." "I know that I should have more faith in the gods" she says looking down at her hands in her lap. "But their will is not always my own and I was terrified that I would lose you before I could tell you what was in my heart." she says with anguish in her eyes. "I know that it was not the right time but the words just came out." She looks up into his eyes smiling sheepishly. "I did mean what I said though. I do not believe in coincidence. I know we are fated to be together, but I love you so much and it is this love that we have for one another that will truly bind us, Mi Amor. I love you with my heart and my soul and I am ready to love you with my body as well if you will show me how." Nanuet lifts Minerva's chin slightly so that he can look into her eyes. "Do not lower your head my love. I am honored. Gods willing, tonight I shall show you the ways of love as you say. We will complete the union the Gods started that fateful day on the streets of this town when you saved my life." He leans forward and kisses her lightly on the lips, holding that position for a moment before speaking again. "But for now we feast and enjoy the festivities!" Minerva and Nanuet spend a light hearted afternoon enjoying the town picnic and accepting congratulations for Minerva's new appointment as preacher. They are invited to join in several games including a tug of war and a potato sack race and actually win the three legged race when Nanuet pulls her up and half carries, half drags her across the finish line with him. There is much cheering and some good natured arguing as to whether or not their new preacher and her companion have won this competition honestly, but they are awarded a pie for their efforts anyway which Nanuet promptly devours During the final two hours of the festival there are a number of cooking competitions. Hudson's bakery wins most but for none of the cookie baking contents, where Stanley Barker has a clean sweep of the blue ribbons. Following the competition the Barkers stop by the Lucky Lady to see Ruby and Jake. Helen takes Jake aside and gives him a firm handshake. She says, "The Marshall told us that it was your bullet that took Ringo down. Good work Jake. The Merchant's Association made a mistake in January when they took your badge away." Jake replies, "That is mighty kind Mrs. Barker, but I didn't really want the job anyway. I'll do my part now and then. It all works out for the best you know, somebody better at it got the job. I hope she likes the job better than I did." She answers, "Actually Jake, it's starting to get mighty comfortable. Besides, we need somebody around here who knows how to shoot a gun. I've taken Mitch out shooting five or six times now. Don't spread it around, but he'd have a hard time hitting a barn door from twenty feet away." Jake replies, "Heh. Well don't spread this around either but if it gets to the point that Mitchell needs to draw his gun, give me a holler. Just keep me away from Isby's hanging tree and I'll help keep this town together." Jake looks across the room at Ruby. "All I really want is here. I can relax in my own place, play some poker and have mighty good company. Thanks for coming by." Stanley tells Ruby how worried he was when he heard that she was shot. He presents her with all of the extra cookies that he had baked for the competition, a full four-dozen comprised of six different kinds. He wishes her a speedy recovery. Ruby is surprised at Stanley's seemingly genuine concern and extremely appreciative of the cookies. "You know, I am glad you decided to return here to the Lucky Lady, it's been nice having you here to play... and to bring cookies," she smiles. Not long after the Barkers leave Ruby has another visitor, Jane Boag. Once Jake has left the room and they are alone Jane insists upon checking Ruby's wound to make sure that the healing spells were properly applied. She then tells Ruby, "I don't know what to say. They shot you, but had planned to kill me. Oh Ruby, I am so ashamed of everything that I've done." Ruby offers her a seat and a drink and says in a kind tone, "I'll be alright. But why don't you tell me what it is you think you've done?" Jane exclaims, "Oh Ruby, it's what I almost did. Those rumors that you heard, they're all true. I thought that the ends justified the means, that I was to bring Love to the town whether the people wanted it or not. I now know why my thinking was skewed, it was the Palace. I had been there too long. Adair sees the world not as people but as power, schemes and opportunities. I had adopted his way of thinking without even realizing it, I was corrupted by his evil. I used the draw of the boxing matches to then keep the audience spellbound and to do Aphrodite's bidding, but that was wrong, I see it now. The Arch-Bishop, Dimitrios Tsaldaris, I thought he was my enemy, sent here to stop me from the worship of Aphrodite. The opposite is true, he was sent here as my savior. The Goddess spoke to me last night, told me to go to the priest and do what I can to help. When I arrived Doctor Eaton was in his third consecutive hour of surgery and was loosing the patient. My timely arrival and some healing spells gave the Doctor the reprieve he needed and together we saved the man. I stayed with Dimitrios until he awakened. He already knew who I was and what I had done. He even suspected that he was a target of the assassin prior to being shot, but was willing to sacrifice his own life if it would save mine. We spent the morning together, him giving me long overdue counsel, and I now know my future is one of Love. Ruby, I am happy for the first time since my mother died." Ruby smiles and places her hand over Jane's. "It was fairly obvious you were hiding something from me. After my dance I was going to keep a close eye on you to make sure you weren't doing anything to hurt others, or yourself. I was prepared to do what I had to. Of course, then the bullets started flying." Ruby shrugs. "Jane, this is good news that you will continue to work for the goddess and the priest has guided you to the right path for you. But you have to find a new place of employment, obviously. Did you have any ideas? What other skills might you be willing to use?" Jane replies, "Oh but I have already found that. Last night the Goddess brought a new man into my life, my future is with him." "A man?" Ruby raises an eyebrow. "Is it wise to trust your future to a man?" Ruby realizes the old her is creeping out and she stuffs her instincts back down. "I mean, tell me about him. What would you be doing?" Jane says, "I ran into him last night at the ball. He was a good friend of my mother, from back in Kansas City. He recognized me and told me how saddened he was to hear of her tragic death in the fire. We spoke for around ten minutes about her and how we both miss her dearly. I then ran into him today, during lunch over at the Silver Dollar. We spoke at length about happier times back in Missouri. I told him of my decision to leave the Palace. He was surprised but gladdened to hear that, saying that my singing talents were wasted there. He then offered me a job. He owns a saloon in Tucson. He says that it is rather run down but that he now has money to reinvest into it. He has offered me the opportunity to turn it into a place my mother would be proud of, where Aphrodite can be properly worshipped as a true Deity, not just a god whose name is mentioned in brothels but don't truly believe in. Ruby, I believe this man, my mother trusted him, how can I do any less." Ruby smiles widely, "That sounds wonderful! I didn't know you could sing. Does this savior of yours have a name?" Jane answers, "Michael....I'm afraid I can't tell you his last name, he told me but asked me not to share it. He...had some trouble with the law back so has been living under aliases. His tavern in fact is listed under the name of his business partner, Mr. Van Horne." Ruby replies, "Mister Van Horne, huh? He's the card shark hanging around Promise City. Introduced me to Kentucky Bourbon, actually. I didn't think he was so bad. I think Jake warned him to stay out of our poker games though." Ruby scrunches her nose, "But that means you'll be leaving! We've just met." A small pout comes to her face. "I wish you didn't have to leave but I understand." Ruby stands and hugs her friend, although keeps a little distance for her injury. "Are you going to keep in touch with me?" Jane answers, "Yes, oh yes. You and Jake will have to come and visit us when we have the grand reopening of the saloon, like the one you had here. I'm sure that Michael won't mind." Ruby replies, "You can absolutely count on us being there," she smiles knowingly. "When are you leaving?" She replies, "Michael has already left, he said that he would meet me there. Mr. Van Horne is leaving tomorrow morning and has agreed to be my traveling companion." Ruby says, "Tomorrow is so soon! Alright sweetie, take care of yourself." Ruby hugs her again then says, "Take care of yourself, sister." After Jane leaves Ruby lays down for a well needed nap. Conrad escorted Kate back to the Lucky Lady so she could check on Ruby and Nanuet. They said good afternoon quietly, aware of the very public porch. "It will all be well, you'll see," Kate assured him, before letting him go to his work. Kate went inside the Lucky Lady to spend some quiet time with her friends but is informed that Nanuet left with Minerva and that Ruby is sleeping. Before Kate can decide what to do next she is summoned to meet with the Arch-Bishop at the Promise City Hotel. He is recovering in his bed and tells her "The Goddess Diana came to me in a dream. She wanted me to tell you that your son will be safe." Katherine sat very quietly. The summons had frightened her. As much as personally she found herself liking the Arch-Bishop, her trust had extended only so far as their interests coincided. She replies, "Of course he will be. Now that the Cowboys are gone, there's no reason to be afraid. You... know the circumstances of my son's conception?" The Arch-Bishop nodded. "I do. But the end of Johnny Ringo is not what makes your son safe. He is under Diana's protection, and as long as he is within you, that extends to his mother as well." Despite the relief of this day, or perhaps because of it, Kate broke down and cried. After being on duty since before dawn Chester is finally relieved mid-afternoon when Helen takes over. The town is still very crowded, with most visitors staying around until Monday. Chester walks into the Lucky Lady where several strangers offer to buy him drinks, having heard that he led the posse that got Ringo. Chester takes a couple of people up on their offer. He tells an abridged version of the story to the gathered crowd, leaving out any mention of the supernatural Jake decides to select some flower to bring up to Ruby to liven up the bedroom. He looks back though the flowers, finding most from friends and customers. Among them, Laurie Gilson, the gang at the El Parador, Neil Cassidy, the Kelley's, Al Brower (with extra thanks for the business he had from the festival), Chumbley and Judge Isby. He notes that the largest bouquet has Miss Ruby West written in fancy script on the outer envelope. He can't resist the urge to peek at what's written inside. The note reads: [I]Miss West~ I was overcome to hear that you were injured last night. I hope these flowers can help cheer your mood while you recover. Your dance last evening was absolutely inspiring and quite enjoyable. I also look forward to hearing your angelic voice once you feel better. Do not forget my offer, I long to take you away from here and can give you what no other man can. ~C.T. [/I] He leaves the large bouquet there and takes the two smaller bouquets up to their room. Shortly thereafter Marshal Berg enters the Lucky Lady. Berg nods to Thom as he walks past him. He heads over to the bar and refuses a drink offered by Niles. He speaks to Niles in hushed tones and appears a bit unnerved. Thom strains an ear a bit to try and overhear the conversation. Niles asks, "You want me to get Chester now? Maybe Jake?" Berg replies, "No, just tell them to come see me when they get a chance, I want to know if they saw anything. Keep your eyes open." With that, Berg exits the Lucky Lady quickly. [/QUOTE]
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Wizards, Whiskey and Wonderful Things - Concluded
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