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[15 Mar 2004|04:54pm] |
Am finding myself decidedly...bored, to be honest.
Everyone seems to be involved in the stage production, leaving the B&B rather quiet. Aside from seeing ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif?v=88.8) ms_receptionist bolting past with folders and so on, it has been quite awhile since I've seen another staff member. la_couturiere is currently holed up in a small room with needles, a machine and an astonishing number of men. lady_newtronica is alternating between watching the rehearsals and meetings. professor_rhi is in her lab...I have reports of strange noises from there this morning. pimpin_scarlet seems to be avoiding me like her life depends on it, and both hunters have been missing so long I think they may have decided to just stay in the Land of Bishounen. Which I guess is understandable, but if they do not return soon I may have to find replacements.
As for bartender_cait, I have that appointment with her tomorrow night. I shall be glad for the company.
White Day was yesterday. It was lost in all the bustle...most forgot, I believe. Liz certainly didn't - every bishounen she saw ended up with a massive white bow around their neck, poor things. It passed without celebration, however. Rather sad, I suppose, but most of the staff ARE exceptionally busy.
There is a celebration tonight though - the opening of the Range's Entertainment Centre. Everything has gone according to schedule, and the party is tonight. I believe the builders are joining in, though their memories will be cleaned in the morning, thanks to professor_rhi. A well earned break for the staff...I hope they can let go a little.
Hmm. I don't even know the date of Opening Night. Perhaps I should get involved, see if I can help at all.
Or possibly I should visit professor_rhi about those sounds, as I am a little worried. I can also ask about that drug...
Yes, I think I shall go down now, before the party.
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[07 Mar 2004|03:46pm] |
Another night remembered as a mere blur, with the odd vivid moment.
I am coming to suspect professor_rhi of tampering with my moods. It seems every event I have attended to lately I have 'let myself go' at....I am still hearing stories and rumors about what I did at my birthday party.
professor_rhi is well aware I have a habit of taking a flask of water where ever I go, and Thursday afternoon it had gone missing. However, on the way out the door I was stopped by the bouncer, who presented me with it. She told me "The professor said to apologise...she liked it and took it without realising." Because it was shiny, apparently.
And then the blur.
I do, however, remember bartender_cait being disgusted at my lack of knowledge and taste when it comes to alcohol. I believe I have an appointment to try some of the finer drinks of the world.
Perhaps I should have a friendly chat with professor_rhi.
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[03 Mar 2004|04:57pm] |
professor_rhi, I must extend a warm thank you for yesterday evening. While it all seems a little blurry looking back, I know I enjoyed myself immensely.
The B&B is always rather busy nowadays and I am afraid I do not have time to go out very often, especially with company like yourself. Thank you.
To the rest of the staff, things are running smoothly. We are quickly approaching March 15th, when the Range's Entertainment Centre will be opened. A reminder that while the Centre is open to the staff and our most loyal customers, please take care of it. In the meantime, the staff entertainment floor is always open. At the moment it is rarely used - I must encourage everyone to try it out at some point, as play is just as important as work. As it is, the 'play' most of the staff are taking part in is leaving them quite sore and tired.
Please excuse lady_newtronica's absence from her journal - she is currently quite busy with preparations for the next musical.
bartender_cait, sincerest thanks for your invitation. I will most certainly be joining you tomorrow night.
And I must ask - can anyone inform me as to why I am receiving constant calls of 'encore'? I am afraid I do not know what they are referring to.
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[01 Mar 2004|09:51pm] |
I need to consider asking Rhi to upgrade my spies a little - or possibly just teach them to type a little better. Then again...maybe they need to have a little more understanding of the English language as well.
Fletcher reported back today with the message:
Rrarsbery mane siads fyrepreyye betre liccir.
After staring at it for around ten minutes I finally realised. Then I swore. Rather loudly. Thankfully I was alone.
A good licker. I'll assume this means kisser, and panic severly.
I need to track down someone who remembers the night.
Rhi seemed to be quite sane, and is winking at me far more often than others. I believe I'm going out with her tomorrow night, so perhaps I'll ask then.
Wait. I'm going out with her tomorrow night.
Out.
Tomorrow night.
With....
Oh dear.
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[29 Feb 2004|12:16pm] |
Oh....dear.
A surprise party.
It seems Astrid organised something. I'm afraid though that I can't remember what that something was. I suspect something I ate or drank was spiked.
People seem to be winking at me a lot.
I think I'll go back to bed - I'm sore all over.
Perhaps I'll send out my spies to try and gather information about what happened...
Oh dear.
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[23 Feb 2004|10:17pm] |
As my birthday approaches, I have resolved to try and...stretch out more.
While being alone has the occasional merit, I begin to miss friendship in its most basic forms. I can laugh and chat and so on with clients and staff alike, but there's a barrier there. No one will open up to me or trust me completely. Though they can't be blamed - I rarely open up to them. But...I want to.
So here we go. I have expressed an interest in an outing with our bartender, Cait, but have received no reply. Perhaps I underestimated exactly how unapproachable I am.
I need a break.
Only Astrid knows about my birthday. I wonder what she'll do.
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[18 Feb 2004|09:40pm] |
Hmmm.
The birthday of pimpin_scarlet seems to have come as quite a shock to many of the staff. I believe this has something to with the fact that half the time dear Scarlet seems incapable of being human. Sometimes she seems immortal, like she would never age because she just would not allow it. So when her birthday comes, people are left blinking with the realisation that she is, in fact, a year older.
I knew, of course. One of those things on the application forms. I marked them all on my calendar a while back. However, I decided she would be one of those people who did not want their birthdays celebrated. It seems I was wrong. Perhaps tomorrow I shall lend her a bishounen to be a servant for the entire day, as way of an apology.
Fleur sneaking out with Subaru has made me worry about security issues. Many of the bishounen have unnatural abilities we have not catered for...for example Chichiri's. They have not decided to escape yet, but I fear when they do...if they do...
I shall organise a meeting with Astrid tomorrow.
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[15 Feb 2004|07:00pm] |
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Well, that was all rather depressing by the end. I was right, of course, I always am. But nonetheless...I must say I had fun.
I enjoyed watching people. I sat and saw...its an amazing thing, on a holiday like Valentine's Day. Just to sit and see people interact. The laughter, chatter, serious talking...right through to the insane bouts of jealously I observed a few suffering from.
Of course, I must be careful. God knows what will happen if anyone notices me staring at them.
One thing I noticed was the...well, the happiness of the bishounen. It seems they must finally be settling in, because many seemed to be loving the celebration. Tamahome was particularly ecstatic - I take it that this is his first Valentine's Day away from Miaka, so its all understandable.
However...sometimes I feel pity for many of them. While I don't know what happens between their worlds and the Bishounen World we all know that comes to the tree, I know from the stories that many had girlfriends, fiancees, wives. I wonder now what does happen. Do they somehow get pulled through? Do they forget everything? Hell, god knows what goes on...for all I know it never even happened to them and they're simply the offspring of some horrible multi-dimensional rift that screwed around with everything.
I prefer to believe whatever's controlling it all up there has a sense of humor and the heart of a fangirl.
I think there could possibly be a moment of embarrassment approaching. Sam, my beloved tortoiseshell, has become quite smitten with Kyou. Of course. Left a catnip toy on his doormat yesterday, and now I fear Kyou believes I did it.
If there are any relationships amongst our staff, they are concealed very well. Except for Fleur and Subaru, who are blaringly obvious. At least, they are to me. One look at Fleur and you know. She's....she's FLOATY. I mean REALLY.
Hmm. I think I should go and apologise for my cats behaviour...
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[14 Feb 2004|09:12pm] |
Well, this is certainly enjoyable. Though I must say that every time I close my eyes I see pink.
My Aphrodite costume is beautiful, so many thanks to dear Liz.
However, I must get back...the dinner is over, but the dancing has just begun, and Anna is barely tipsy! I should probably change though...I would not want anyone stepping on this lovely dress.
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[11 Feb 2004|07:21pm] |
Valentine's Day.
Another one, I'm sure, with a complete lack of a Valentine. Ah, my mistake, a romantic valentine.
I find I don't mind too much. Valentine's Day is horribly over-commercialised anyway. Basically its just an excuse for myself and Astrid to raise morale by throwing another party.
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[11 Feb 2004|07:07pm] |
Right girls.
I'm aware that there have been a few...problems, lately, but there is no longer any excuse for neglecting your journals.
At this time, the journals are ESSENTIAL. Staff MUST be aware of what is happening in areas of this establishment they have not managed to visit in the few short hours of the day. I must insist.
I am also putting out an official warning about Alec and Watari. Our insider has informed Lady Newtronica and myself that they have a plan in the works. However, we know no more. Just be on your toes, girls, because we never know when they'll strike.
Also, business is at an all time low. I'm not sure if anyone but myself and Newtronica are aware of this, but it is the truth. I suggest a musical to bring customers in and remind them of our existance. If this goes ahead, I will turn the plans over to Astrid who will handle the affairs.
Progress on the Range's Entertainment Centre is progressing beautifully. The current date set for its finish is March 15th, so mark it down. There will be a ceremony on the day which I expect you all to attend.
In the meantime, has anyone seen my tabby cat? He seems to have gone missing.
Lastly, there will be a Valentine's Day party held in the same place where the Christmas Party was held. I hope to see you all there.
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Happy New Year girls!
I hope you all enjoyed the Christmas party, and I thank everyone for your gifts! I hope you liked the ones I gave you...a few I was not so sure about.
Keep in mind, girls, that the holiday season is ending. The new year will bring many new customers and many new men, so please keep up to speed. I believe there is a stage production in planning, as well as ideas for the Arena events underway. I hope to draw up a calendar for the year long so we can plan well in advance.
If you would like time off at any point in the year, please approach myself or Newtronica in ample time to give notice. You will need to explain the reasons for your absence and the time you will take. If privacy is an issue, please allow even more time and do not expect to be paid under any circumstances.
We are still searching for a few members of staff to fill gaps, and if new members join us during the course of this year I hope you will welcome them. We are also searching for a few elusive men that keep escaping our grasp.
One of these men may create an odd time around him, for myself and Newtronica will be leaving the B&B to personally hunt him down. As the first Huntresses, we have the skills, but the main concern is of course the B&B in our absence. Fleur will be acting Lady for a time, and will command the respect of that position.
I hope everything will go smoothly, for this mission will require Astrid and myself - we are heading to Never Neverland to find the strange little boy who never grows up. We must get him, for the demand after the recent movie release is phenomenal. As far as I can tell, most simply want to be in his company (he IS rather young) but the demand is there nonetheless. We of course have obtained Jeremy Sumpter, but this does not satisfy everyone.
We are not sure when this will take place, nor how long we will be gone for. Perhaps things will become clearer in the future.
May I urge the presence of our lovely Hunter E? I must remind you, Esmetique, that the journals are compulsory to the staff. I hope to see you updating in the near future.
So, girls, I welcome you to a busy and productive year. There will be many challenges ahead, many new faces and, I'm sure, many new relationships - but we will come out of it smiling.
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[24 Dec 2003|06:03pm] |
Oh oh oh, I'm running late!
All my presents are bought and under the tree (which looks BEAUTIFUL), all the decorations are up, we are closed for business and all the staff and bishounen alike are streaming to the hall in waves. I can hear the music from here! My lovely kittens all have festive ribbons around their necks and they look truely adorable!
Only...twenty five minutes until the party officially starts, though it sounds like its started without me. I better get going...it seems like this will be the Christmas party to end all.
I wonder what people got me for Christmas?
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[14 Dec 2003|01:18pm] |
For those who have been wondering, the B&B will be closed for the 24th and 25th of December. However, I would perfer if the staff remained behind. This is because it is only two days, and I do not want to be missing members on Boxing Day, as we are expecting quite a rush.
However, I am aware Christmas is a time for family. If you have relatives you would like to visit, please talk to me or Lady Newtronica and we will give you leave.
And Astrid, have you done your Christmas shopping? I have realised I am quite far behind. May we meet up to shop tomorrow?
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[14 Dec 2003|12:55pm] |
Christmas is almost here!
Christmas is something I never celebrated much with my family. We were always kind of lazy, with half hearted attempts at Christmas lunch and presents. I guess none of us really saw the point. Except for my little sister. I always did the best I could for her...
But here, its all another matter. The B&B will be shut on the 24th and 25th of December, and here's the best part - I have spoken to the builders and for a short time they will be ignoring the rest of the centre and instead building only the dance hall. It will be ready in time for the dance party Astrid and myself are planning for Christmas Eve. Its a secret! Hee. A combined party for the staff and bishounen where everyone dances the night away.
The next day, those without hangovers will return to the dance hall, this time for a massive Christmas lunch. This is when gifts will be exchanged...
GIFTS. Oh god, I need to go shopping! I shall have to find Astrid and go shopping tomorrow.
If this party goes well, there should be one for New Year's as well.
Talking to the builders was fun though...and not because of the actual conversation. Astrid spotted Scarlet dragging an unconscious Harriet across the Range. Of course I know what happened now, but at the time it was all I could do to restrain myself from pointing and laughing. Poor Scarlet clearly isn't used to physical labour. Her face was bright red, either due to exertion or embarrassment or both, and she fell over every few steps.
Once the builders spotted her, they didn't restrain. We decided against sending them to help - who knows what might've happened. Besides...why ruin the fun?
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[03 Dec 2003|10:42pm] |
I have spent the last few days quietly observing. I haven't had much business to take care of, so I've entertained myself by simply watching my staff interact.
One of the more glaringly obvious oddities is the mutual hate between our bartender and our professor. There's always such tension there. I wonder if something occured in their past? I don't make it a habit to check into the pasts of the staff...many in this line of business enter it to leave something behind, or run away. All I do is a brief police records scan, to see if they're "safe" to hire. And this offers no clues to the backgrounds of Cait and Rhi. Cait has only one charge of selling alcohol to minors, and Rhi only a few charges of disturbing the peace - something which I'm sure was accidental.
It seems everyone who works here has something mysterious about them. Be it their past or their present, their habits, their problems...everyone has something they keep hidden from view. Scarlet, I know, drinks behind closed doors - she has a problem, recognised or no. I know almost nothing of Rhi's background more than a minute before meeting her...though I'm not sure if thats because she doesn't want me to know, or because she can't remember. I barely even know anything about my own partner, Newtronica - or Miss Astrid. Is she running, too?
As for me...I have my own secrets. I'll never tell anyone but those I trust the most my real name. Astrid knows, of course...we had to fill in papers for property lease and so on. But I don't think she thought about it enough to realise its significance. Perhaps she has forgotten. I hope she has forgotten.
I had another argument with Scarlet this evening. I can't trust this woman, no matter who hard I try. Though I wonder...is she always like this? Is she like this when she's afraid, worried, sad...locked away in her room with nothing but her teddy bear, is she still arrogant? Is she still proud? Or is she still her father's little girl, needing protection from the big, bad world that will close in on her?
Ah, her other secret. Cute teddy bear, though I've never heard of her actually using it. It can't offer the help she needs.
She invited one of the opening night band in again. Absinthe? Something like that. I'm not exactly sure what happened on opening night, but I can guess. He didn't stay long, however.
Ah well. No use pondering over what is in no way my business...
Speaking of what's not my business, Fleur's departure was rather abrupt. I don't know what to do about it...I shall speak to Astrid tomorrow. I've never bothered to spy on Fleur - I would trust her with my life. So I know nothing...only that its not normal. I wish she would let me help, but I know she won't.
Sorry, can't help it...still sticking my nose in.
I wonder if I'll go out this weekend. I have no where to go, no one to see. Probably I should stay here. At least I don't feel entirely out of place...and it has been awhile since I saw the Range.
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[29 Nov 2003|10:09pm] |
Sometimes I find it difficult to be on good terms with everyone.
I try my best, I really do. I want the staff to be happy here, and happy with myself as one of their bosses. But when I try to please someone, everything backfires. I tried to be nice to Scarlet tonight - a task I find extremely difficult. However, in the process I think I may have hurt dear Fleur, and on top of that Scarlet turned around and again corrected my typing, rather rudely.
I seem to be visiting the Range more and more often, nowadays. Its refreshing. The men up there never seem to judge me, they're never waiting for the first moment I slip to tear me down. I especially enjoy talking to the new ones, the moment they arrive, because they do not yet know who I am and they speak to me as an equal, confide in me their fears. This all goes though, the moment they learn who I am...and I lose their trust.
Some, however, I have grown to know. And my spies have a particualar fondness for the adorable Kyou, which I guess it unavoidable. Though I do become annoyed when they report back with nothing but his actions during the day. I must tell Fleur about the effects catnip has on the red head.
Nonetheless, I'll continue to try. I do love this job, and most of my staff. I wonder what they think of me? Perhaps I care too much. I sometimes get lonely though...many of the bishounen are afraid of me, and many of my staff find themselves obligated to respect me. All I have is the Lady Newtronica, but I get the feeling she doesn't feel quite as...alone. I wonder who she talks to?
Time for bed, I think. Tomorrow I need to meet the builders - they will be "camping" on the range during the duration of the construction.
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[27 Nov 2003|09:05pm] |
Girls, we have two new additions to the network...
Our beloved scientist is now online at , and our quick fingered bartender is at bartender_cait. Once they have been tutored in the uses of these journals, they shall be updating.
It has been quite some time since I last saw them. Perhaps I will go and tutor them myself...we shall see.
And I apologise for my mix up in dates - the weekend free is the 6th and 7th of December. Do as you please, in the B&B or out. Remember we cannot afford to take entire weekends off often, so please make the most of it.
I have recieved no more suggestions for the entertainment centre, and it is going ahead as planned. Much of the construction will occur over the 6th and 7th. And do not concern yourselves - the memories of the builders will be erased.
I believe that is all. And yes, I think I shall go down to meet Cait and Rhi.
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[23 Nov 2003|10:30am] |
My staff never cease to amaze me.
Last week my Huntress Anna spent the week in Bishounen Land. This I normally allow, but a comment made in her journal - "special business to attend to", made me mildy suspcious. Thus I spared on of my spies, and sent her up after the huntress.
People don't seem to realise how closely I watch this establishment. I know everyone's favorite men, everyone's favorite room. I know when people sneak up to the Range, and I know when people drink far too much for their own good. My spies can get everywhere, and they do. They are loyal, and always report back to me.
When this one came back, I must admit I was shocked by what it told me.
Anna has a following.
Somehow she has made about three quarters of the bishounen believe that she is a goddess, and they worship her like one. They bring her offerings, and the ones she "blesses with her body" are immediately respected and loved among the others.
I wonder if she has thought of the consequences? I have always pondered over the bishounen's depression when they first come to the Range...I put it down to a lack of freedom. But I have noticed over the past few weeks that they have a tendency to avoid Anna. I put this down to spite towards their captor. But they honestly seem quite fond of Esmetique, so I wasn't sure.
I guess I know the answer now.
While I am concerned, I can see the appeal of this situation. Thus I will let it go for now. When the time comes I will speak to Newtronica about it and we will reach a solution, but that time is not on the horizon yet.
I hope she knows what she is doing. In the Land of Bisexual Women Starved Bishounen, it cannot be long before someone tries to take advantage of her.
Though knowing Anna, she'd probably enjoy it. *smiles*
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[23 Nov 2003|10:25am] |
We're back online, girls!
So the network is up again, but please don't neglect your duties!
The plans for the Range's entertainment center have been posted to everyone's apartment. Please look over them, and if you wish for something to be added please inform me. As I have said before and it would do you good to remember, on your days off you can use this center. May that be motivation.
Speaking of days off, I have stopped all bookings on the 5th and 6th of December, in order to give everyone a weekend of to do as they please. Enjoy.
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