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Music: Razzle Dazzle      Despite what it looks, Kyle didn't actually visit Ed.  Music stops  Merry Christmas!  Music: Mulling It Over  Waking up doesn't feel so bad, this time. I can still feel some drink from last night sloshing around in my stomach, but as I drag myself out of bed and feel a draft of cool air, I soon feel better, like I can actually face the day. I open the blinds and stare out of the window.  The sunlight beyond the window is dazzling as it reflects off the leftover droplets of water.  I lean against the galss and take a moment to absorb what I'm seeing. Suddenly the song that I heard last night, "Promise", pops into my head for some reason. I pause. Why did it provoke such a nostalgic feeling in me when I heard it?  I must've heard it somewhere before. Music: Heating Up  I try to unclutter my memories and recover the one that includes that song. At last, a memory from 25 years ago emerges and I recall the streets at night. That's it! The song I heard on the radio then... It was "Promise"! Music: Distant Memory  I awoke suddenly at night only to hear the sound made by the falling rain. I left my bed and slipped behind the curtain. If I stood on the tips of my toes, I could just about see through the window. The glass was slightly foggy so I had to use the sleeve of my pyjamas to wipe it. My sleeve was wet through, but I could finally see outside. What I saw was the purple-lit glow of the Manhattan night. I'd vowed that I wouldn't ever enjoy living there. I didn't know anyone, it was too cold... But for the first time, I found something I appreciated about the place. I wanted my mom to see that view. I cautiously opened the door to the neighbouring room.  Realisation came to me in an instant. Mom had been staring at the same view as I had. I remember telling her that I thought it looked beautiful. Mom came over, wrapped her arms around me and just stood there beside me. There was a faint sound coming from the small radio Mom kept beside the bed.  She said that my dad loved this song. As I looked up, my eyes met those of Mom. Then, for the first time since we arrived in that town, Mom looked different. Her eyes were brimming with tears. So that was how I knew that song. It was the song playing on the radio in our apartment. Music: Heating Up  As usual, we start the day with a phone call. It's either that or a door knock.      Mom.Music: Ace of Diamonds  Yeah, no change there. What's on your mind? Nothing really. I just thought you'd be out. Sorry to disappoint.Don't take everything as a joke, Kyle. I just felt like I should call you, that's all. I didn't really have anything to say, though. Mom... (You're worrying me, Mom. Why call if you thought I was going to be out? That's what I want to say to her, but decided to keep it to myself instead.) I got your package by the way. That baseball... It was the one Dad bought me all those years ago, wasn't it?So you remembered.Vaguely. I remember Dad and I used to play catch with it. That ball was very precious to your father. I think the reason was that you told him you wanted to be a baseball player. Your father kept that ball so that each time he looked at it, He could see your smiling face telling him you wanted to be a pro one day.Kids say the craziest things. I don't remember that key, though. Was that the key Dad used for the car?No, it wasn't.Then what is it?When the case came back from the police, it was inside. It was there together with the baseball. I haven't got a clue what it's for. But I have the feeling it represents something that he wanted you to have.Mom... There's something I've been meaning to ask for a while now... And I think now's the time. What is it? What do you want to ask me? What?He was in a less than respectable career...so why did you agree to marry him?Music stops Well, I... I fell in love. That's why. I fell in love with him and never wanted to be apart....Music: Contemplation The first time I met him was at the hospital where I worked. I was the one in charge of tending to the wounds he came in with.So it was a classic case of patient and nurse falling in love.Yes, I suppose it was. When I met him, he was a total stranger. But I did know one thing. I know that he was bearing a secret of some kind and that, if it ever came out, I wouldn't be able to stay with him. That's why I was prepared to be content without knowing.When did you find out what his secret was?About two years after you'd been born. He came clean about precisely what he did for a living.You mean he told you about the safecracking?Yes. Kyle...Maybe if you had, we wouldn't have had to live off the money he earned by ripping people off, and he wouldn't have wound up dead seven years later!It's not like that, Kyle.Then what is it like?After you were born, your father... He wanted to make a clean break and give up that line of work. But his associates weren't happy with his decision. And he...Music stops  So he just kept on cracking safes! How can you just forgive him like that?Kyle...(After hearing me shout down the phone at her, Mom drifts into a strange silence. Maybe it's because this was the first time we've ever discussed Dad so openly. I'm starting to regret bringing the subject up in the first place.) Yeah, maybe you're right.Kyle, when you're ready to forgive your father and me, perhaps then we can continue this conversation. Merry Christmas, Kyle.Mom...*Jeanie hangs up* That's not a great way to start Christmas Day...  *buzzer sounds*   Who's there?  Oh, look. It's the traitor  It's you.Music: Shadowy Men  Merry Christmas, Hyde! What the hell do you want this early in the morning? Back to your normal cold self, I see. You have to forgive me, but wasn't it you who dumped your friend on Christmas Eve,just to go paint the town red with Betty?   Anyway, how was the rest of the night down there? Just me and Sidney drinking till after the place closed. Cool.He's tough to drink under the table, that one.Can't remember a single time I didn't pass out while he's still solid as a rock. So how was your night?Mine?How'd it go with Betty?That's what you've come here to tell me about anyway, right? You really can see right through me, man.So, what happened? Spent half the night chatting and getting out of control.Sounds like it went prety well. Yeah, I thought so too, but now I'm not so sure.What do you mean?I'd actually kind of given up on Betty. But then she went and said some pretty confusing things.(Pretty confusing things?)  Then she told me to give something to you.Something pretty weird.(What did she give you?) Music: Gusty Town  Show funeral photo This photo looks pretty old! Hey, is that Marie?Show ring What do you want me to do with this?Show Mila's drawing That's you, right?Whoever drew it made you look way cooler than in real life!Show Sidney's record You know this tune as well?It's pretty famous. Every time I hear it I can feel the sadness ripping right through me.
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Kyle, Tony and Betty make 3/4ths of a Seinfeld quartet, but I have no idea who the George Costanza would be.
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tomanton posted:Kyle, Tony and Betty make 3/4ths of a Seinfeld quartet, but I have no idea who the George Costanza would be. Dylan?
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Does that make Will Newman?
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Music: Gusty TownWhat did Betty say?What did Betty say?She was a little drunk and slurring her words a bit, but she was going on about how there are two guys she likes, one who set sparks flying, and one she cares about in a different way...Cryptic.Her words, not mine. I just sat there nearly falling off my stool. But the next thing she said sure threw me a hell of a curve ball. "Tony," she said. "What do you do when there's someone that you really care about who's close to you? Y'know, someone you've been friends with for a while? How do you tell them how much you care about them without them freaking out?"Did she say anything else?Yeah, she said "The other guy's history now, and I wanna take it further with that friend, but..."So what had you so confused?That's the thing... The way she looked at me when she said it, But you didn't actually ask her, right?Nah, I kind of chickened out. Pathetic, isn't it?Maybe you're wrong, maybe you're right. But from now you should stick to the belief thatshe was talking about you, and try to become that person to her. Only way to be sure, right?I guess so.You know what? Maybe it is me. Who knows?I mean, look at you, you can't get her out of your head.Ain't that the truth.What did she ask you to look after?What did she ask you to look after?This. It's some sort of notebook. A notebook?She said it belongs to Rex, but he left it behind. She said something about you being able to find some use for it.Can't say I understood what she was getting at, though.Right, I'm gonna go back to my room.Tony leaves my room. (What's Rex keeping written down in his notebook? I think it's time I found out.)Music: Heating Up  Let's find out. Examine I open Rex's notebook.  "1967 -Condor disappeared. -Jack Green disappeared."  Jack Green?Who the hell's he?*phone rings*   Aren't we popular today.  Form the other end of the line, I hear a very familiar voice. Rachel...Music: Serenity   Ed's made a dramatic recovery and will be out of the hospital by the weekend.That's good to hear. Yes, it's pretty comforting, but the doctor laid down the law. He said Ed really can't afford to push himself anymore. He has to avoid any unnecessary stress that could put strain on his heart.So I guess that means we'd better not give him too much trouble.You mean you'd better not, but yeah, that's what I figured too. So how about you? Have there been any developments?Nothing too exciting, but there is something I need you to check out.What is it?I need you to check out someone connected to Rex Foster. Someone going by the name of Jack Green, who was under investigation by Rex. He may have disappeared off the grid after 1967.Jack Green. 1967. Got it. I'll see what I can dig up. Expect a call when I find something.Thanks.*Rachel hangs up*  (Looks like I'm gonna be at a loose end till Rachel gets back to me about Jack Green.) (Hang on. I just remembered, I need to return Sidney's record to him.)Music: Overstepped Memory Music: A Drink in the Evening  Here's a fun activity: Try to guess when we're going to actually return Marie's ring. Music: Glass in the Hand Sidney. Merry Christmas. Merry Christmas, Mr Hyde.Thanks again for last night. It was a refreshing change of pace. I enjoyed myself, too. I think last night is going to be a Christmas Eve I'll be sure to remember.Yeah, you and me both.Would you care for anything to eat? No, I'm good.Looks like no food porn for now. I just came to return that record you loaned me. Show Sidney's record I hand Sidney back his record.  Thanks for that.Did you listen to it?Yeah, I took it home and listened to it all night.Is that so?It's not the kind of thing I usually listen to, but the song's nostalgic to me. Thanks to your record, I had a bit of a sentimental moment alone in my room.Ah, it does you good to come out of yourself from time to time.Yeah, I think it does. Yeah? Actually... I...What is it? JUst come out and say it.I wanted to ask for your help with something. It's about Claire.Has something happened to her?She's been acting funny ever since she got home last night, and she hasn't said a word to me all morning. However many times I ask her, she won't say a thing. I'm at the end of my tether.So what do you want me to do? Kyle might have played the role of a family counselor a few times, but this is actually the first time he's formally requested to.  Would you mind speaking to her on my behalf?Sometimes when I look at her, all I see is a naïve young girl.If you agree to speak to her, you'll find her cleaning the billiards room. I'm counting on you, Mr Hyde.We can speak to Sidney again. Hey, Sidney, where's Claire?I already told you.She's in the billiards room.Music: A Drink in the Evening  Just like Sidney said we can find Claire in the billiards room. Seems like she's...practicing for her next game?  Oh. My bad.
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Music: Glass in the Hand Claire... I'm sorry, but I'm busy with the cleaning at the moment. Claire... Are you still worried about your dad? Claire, are you still worried about your dad? Yes, I am. You remember what we talked about the day before Christmas Eve? Did you get around to asking him about it? Did you find out if there's someone special in his life?I never got round to asking him outright.But I kind of got an impression from the way he was acting. So what you're trying to tell me is that you didn't ask, right? I'm not interested in maybes, I need to know for sure!Claire...  I knew it, I just knew it! Music: Gusty Town  Show funeral photo  I'm sure I recognise the woman in this photo. Wait a second... It's not Marie, is it?Show reward letter  Is that a letter someone wrote to you?Show Mila's drawing  Wow! It looks just like you, Mr Hyde!The last chance for what?The last chance for what, Claire?The last chance for him and Mom to get back together! If Dad doesn't step in and do something right away, it'll be too late. Mom's going to move to Boston!That's what I mean when I say this is his last chance.So you're holding out hope for your folks to give it a second try, is that it?That's right. I want them to get back together more than anything.I've been wishing for it for ages now. I see. That's when she told me about her plans to leave for Boston.I asked her straight if she'd give Dad a second chance and try to start over.But this is how she responded...She said that she still loved him, even now,but that she couldn't return to Lucky's Café.Sure, it has good memories for her, but it also has some bad ones too. She was scared that returning here would bring the bad ones back and she couldn't stand it.What kind of bad memories?Memories about Dad's loans.She told me all about it.After they fell out, business started to decline at the café. That's what eventually led to them breaking up.Who was the person he borrowed from?Who was the person he borrowed from?It was Mrs Patrice.(Mags?)That's what I heard. He got the money he needed from her. Mom's never been able to forgive him for that.And you knew about this?No, I had no idea.I'd never heard about it until last night.What promise?Claire, what promise was that? What did he promise?He promised something on the first Christmas without Mom.It was a sad Christmas for me. Dad was busy at the café and I was all alone. I waited up until he'd finished work and returned home.He was a little drunk when he got there, though.Still, when he saw me, he pulled me into a hug and said that we would find happiness... Just the two of us. He promised that we'd be happier than we'd ever been before.Happier than you'd ever been, huh?He forced himself into a smile at the time, but I knew the truth. I could see past his smile and to the tears that fell from his eyes.I Knew that Mom leaving was the hardest thing he'd ever had to deal with in his life.That's why I promised him something too that night. I promised that I'd also look for a way for us to be happy.And that's why you started to think of them getting back together, right?Right. That's all I've thought about since.But I don't know what Dad's thinking anymore.This is the last thing Mom told me last night.She said Dad still hadn't repaid all the money he borrowed.  Dreaming that Mom and Dad would get back together and we'd all live happily ever after. I should've known it was never going to happen. I was stupid to even think it could!Claire... As we get older, we learn to become more accepting of each other's shortcomings....I'm sure your folks are no different, either.So if they really still love each other enough to put that whole ordeal in the past, who's to say that your dream won't come true after all?My dream?It's all down to how much affection they still have for each other. I'll tell you what your dad told me last night. I'll tell you just how much your dad still loves your mom...Mr Hyde... But sooner or later, both of them are going to sit up and notice how you're feeling.When that happens, they'll finally be able to answer each other's questions. That's why the best thing you can do is keep that smile on your face and stop sighing! You're right, Mr Hyde, I need to look on the bright side! Music: Glass in the Hand Claire... Thanks a million, Mr Hyde, I feel much better now!Well, that was our 'confrontation' with Claire. It's by far the shortest one. Music: A Drink in the Evening Music: Glass in the Hand Sidney.How did it go, Mr Hyde?Did you manage to find out what's been troubling Claire?I asked her alright, but she's got some serious worries on her mind.She's worried about love. About what?I feared it might be something like that. I should've known something was up when she left at that hour last night. As much as I want to rag on Sidney for being overprotective, it's Kyle's fault for causing the misunderstanding  Whoa, hold on there, Sidney. Let's not jump to conclusions.But you just told me she's having problems with her love life!THat is what you said, wasn't it?Not really, no. It's got nothing to do with her love life. Her mom and...me?It was her mom she met up with last night.You know what she's hoping?She's hoping that you and her mom will give it another try.So that's what it's all about.Also, there's something I need to ask you. What is it?
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Hoping there's a way that this ends up with Sidney popping Kyle. Really, I just kinda want to see a montage of everybody in the building punching Kyle.
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dude's in debt but he is giving away $1000 in 1970's money?
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gimme the GOD drat candy posted:dude's in debt but he is giving away $1000 in 1970's money? I think that was from the company that makes the drinks, not Sid himself.
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The drinks gave us the Winning Bottle Cap which we can trade for Pinkie Rabbit Land. Sidney gave us the Crossword, which we can trade later for Entry Slip and thus Cheque for $1000. As for how he can give $1000 while in debt, 
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1234567890num posted:The drinks gave us the Winning Bottle Cap which we can trade for Pinkie Rabbit Land. Sidney gave us the Crossword, which we can trade later for Entry Slip and thus Cheque for $1000. As for how he can give $1000 while in debt, Whup, you're quite right, I got the two prizes mixed up. Sidney, you are very bad at business.
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Music: Gusty TownWhat's happening about Mags's loan?What's happening with the loan from Mags? How on earth did you find out about that, Mr Hyde?Claire let me in on it. And it was her mom who told her.I see. Well, it all goes back to when we needed money to get this place up and running.Mrs Patrice was kind enough to give us what we needed. I've been paying in instalments each month. In half a year my debt'll be settled!She said she had too many bad memories with money troubles.For her, it's a very real reason not to give you a second chance to get back together. How did you know Mags's husband?How did you know Mags's husband?He was a customer in the restaurant here when this place was still a hotel. I would wait on his table a lot.I used to work there when I was younger, you see.Anyway, George Patrice, or Mrs Patrice's husband as I should call him, was a regular. Very partial to cheesecake, as I recall.What kind of man was he?I remember him telling me that he used to play the sax in his youth, but at the time when I knew him, he was the owner of several eateries around town.To sum him up, he wasn't afraid to spread his money around.All the waiters jostled for the right to wait on his table.Of course, all they were after were the tips he'd offer them and nothing more.He'd always be around when the hotel was having an evening event. (What connection could this have to the thing I'm looking for?)There were parties called Scarlet Star? There were parties called Scarlet Star?Yes, there were.Every month, Hotel Cape West would hold a party on a date with the number six in it. Those parties would be called Scarlet Star.How did they earn that name, though? I couldn't tell you! I haven't got the faintest idea, I'm afraid.Other parties that were held there had similar names like Gold Star, or Silver Star. Those were held on dates with the numbers three or nine.What kind of parties were they?Just run-of-the-mill affairs, really. You know, the type with food and drinks, and a live band and dance floor.I was there on a number of occasions and they were all pretty similar.What does Claire's mom doubt about you?What does Claire's mom doubt about you?She thinks there's something between me and Mrs Patrice.She does?It was just something my wife was worried about. My wife was convinced she was guilty.And from that point, she was sure that Mrs Patrice and I had something going on.Meaning that, when I borrowed the money, she refused to forgive me for what I'd done.So, was there any truth to it?You and Mrs Patrice, I mean? Or was it simply all a huge misunderstanding on Claire's mom's part?The writers didn't even bother giving Sidney's wife a name  Of course it was just a misunderstanding!I only had eyes for her! There was never anything between me and Mrs Patrice.When did Mags stand trial?Sidney, when did Mags stand trial?Well... Sidney... The first choice doesn't actually lead to a Game Over, surprisingly. So you can't tell me, huh? So you can't tell me, huh?Not really.Well I can't bet it out of you, but I can ask you nicely. Will you tell me?Yeah, I suppose I could. Seeing as it's you I'm talking to.But you have to promise to keep it to yourself, mind!Of course.13 years ago... The jury returned a verdict of innocent, though, and she was freed.What kind of incident was it?What kind of incident was it? (What the hell?)She was a suspect in a murder case?She was indeed.Sidney, why was her husband...Mr Hyde.I've got nothing more to say on the matter.Can we leave it there, please?The verdict was innocent, and that's all that counts. I understand.I just need to make sure,but you will keep this discussion between us, won't you? I really don't want anything I've said about Mrs Patrice to get out.I only told you because I trust you.Yeah, I hear you loud and clear.Then we understand each other.The last thing I want is to cause any trouble for Mrs Patrice.Now, was that everything you wanted to ask me about, Mr Hyde? I do have a café to run, you know!Actually, there is something else.What do you want to know?Music stops  Do I what?I wanna hear how you really feel about her.Well, I... Music: Promise I love her, and there's no denying it. just haven't got the confidence to tell her.To tell her you love her?Not exactly. To tell her that I want us to give it another try. You understand what I'm saying, don't you, Mr Hyde? Even when two people really love each other, it doesn't guarantee it'll work out.The real reason we separated was to do with me.when I think about how it happened now, I an see exactly why she walked out.If only I could have seen things the way I see them now. I tried to console myself by making her the villain and branding her as heartless.But the truth is, I was a fool. The worst thing is that it took losing my wife for me to notice how she was feeling. That's why I'm afraid. I'm sure she's thinking along the exact same lines though.You may feel unsettled, but you clearly want to have another shot at happiness.Mr Hyde...Claire told me about the promise you made her.She did?She told me about the first Christmas you spent without your wife. And when you told her that you'd find happiness again together. She's been thinking about that ever since. Mr Hyde...It's not my place to dictate to you how your family should be, but I'll tell you this for free: there aren't many families that can get back together.Most of them who've tried, fail.Ain't that a fact.A sad, but true one.Okay, I need to be somewhere.
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so he'll repay the loan in another six months, except his diner is going to be gone in a month. dude is oddly unworried about the whole situation.
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He might not look it now, but back in his prime sidney was the king of keggers.
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The Hotel Cape West was having fancy parties three nights out of every ten. That's just plain odd, and my first instinct is that they're a smokescreen, but I can't figure out how it could possibly be covering up anything shady.
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Now I'm wondering if they had 3 day parties at the end of certain months.
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Mraagvpeine posted:They were holding parties every 3-4 days? Gatsby really loved Cape West. 
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Music: Glass in the Hand Hello again, Mr Hyde.Hi, Sidney.Oh, Mr Hyde...You were talking about the hotel the other day, weren't you?After you left, I remembered another story that may interest you.Another story?Would you like to hear it? Absolutely, wouldn't miss it for the world. Ha ha ha!I thought you'd be keen, but not quite that much! Yeah, apparently the repairs were all finished.That very elevator has been in use since this place was a hotel. It's a lot more temperamental than anyone would have you know.Sounds a little worrying.Actually, only yesterday I got trapped inside it.You did? Well there you go, it's a safety hazard and no mistake.The strange thing is, back in those days it used to stop and start even more frequently. Between the fourth floor and the roof?You should've heard some of the things the staff shouted when it happened.Of course, it had regular work done on it, but always seemed to have problems.Nothing has changed then?Well, that's the real mystery. When this place was renovated, it started working perfectly.It did?Yes, so I guess when it stopped with you in it, it was just your bad luck.Could well be.Curious...  Music: A Drink in the Evening Anyway, we leave the café. (Something that Sidney said has got me thinking...)(He said that there was a person who always attended the Scarlet Star parties. I think I need to find out a little more about that person.)I don't know why Kyle needs to be coy here since we just found out who that person is.  Knock Music: Blue Lady  Mrs Patrice, you wouldn't by any chance have any free time at the moment, would you? As a matter of fact, I would.There's something I'd like to ask you.And what might that be? I'd like to hear about your court case The other choice says "I'd like to hear about your husband". I'd like to hear about your court case. Yes, if you don't mind. I do actually. What could you possibly want to hear about that for? I'm really interested in it I'm really interested in it. Could I ask you to tell me some of the details? I have no idea what you hope to gain by hearing about it, Mr Hyde,but it happened 13 years ago and I've managed to put the whole thing behind me. Frankly, I'm tired of your incessant prying into my private life! Get out of my sight!Mags looks angry as she disappears into her room. Music: Dream's End  I can't believe it... (How did I let things get this out of control? I really could've done without Mags getting angry. Now I'll never get her to tell me anything.)   Dammit...I knew I should've held my tongue. But I just had to ask.What's wrong with me?  Tony: 7 Dylan: 5 Frank: 3 Mags: 3 Charles: 2 Betty: 2 Sidney: 2 Rex: 1 Marie: 1 Punch: 7 This is one weak Game Over. It doesn't even have 'Joke's on You'! Music: Blue Lady I don't want to upset you  I don't want to upset you.Then why would you ask such a thing?It's just that I'm really interested in the case.And I'm keen to hear about what happened to your husband. I'll ask you again, why do you want to know?When we last spoke, you told me about your late husband.You said he enjoyed jazz music and even used to play the saxophone.That's right.I must confess, I'm into jazz music too. I often listen to it in my room. I'm sure there are people offended by this statement.  Well, if you say so.So once i heard that your late husband played it, I instantly became interested. Would you be so kind as to tell me a little more about him?Why certainly, since you ask so nicely.Please come inside. Mrs Patrice...Your husband played the tenor saxophone, didn't he?Yes, that's right.When did he start? As a pro, I mean.He was already part of an established band at the age of 20.So he must have studied how to play it somewhere. Do you know where?He told me that he taught himself how to play. What kind of person was he?He was a real gentleman. Both masculine and invigorating at the same time. These qualities guaranteed him a hit with the ladies.When did he throw in the towel and stop playing? I'm sorry?Well, he went on to run several eateries around town, didn't he? And he was a regular guest at the hotel restaurant here too, right?Who told you that, Mr Hyde? Sure, let's tattle. I'm sure nothing will go wrong  Sidney, from the café Sidney, from the café. You're not lying to me, are you?It's the honest truth. Please excuse me, Mr Hyde.Music stops  Mags seems flustered as she leaves the room. (What's with her?)I leave the room in pursuit of Mags.   Music: Joke's On You  What have you done, Mr Hyde?!I thought you promised me. I've just had Mrs Patrice burst into the café demanding I pay her the money I owe!She said she wants it all, immediately. What?I'm finished, done for! I... I don't have that sort of money lying around. Not to mention that my chances of patching things up with my wife are ruined!Music: Dream's End I can't believe it... (Forgive me, Claire.)   No... How could I...Why couldn't I have used my head a little more? This is terrible.Tony: 7 Dylan: 5 Mags: 4 Frank: 3 Charles: 2 Betty: 2 Sidney: 2 Rex: 1 Marie: 1 Punch: 7 Moral of the story: No one likes a snitch.
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How will Hyde top himself in the next game over? Destroying the whole hotel with everyone inside?
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At this point, setting the building on fire could only be a step up for Hyde.
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Music: Blue Lady I looked it up I looked it up.I found out all about him from an old newspaper article I got from the library. It was right there alongside one about your court case.It seems like you've gone to great lengths to investigate me, Mr Hyde.Doesn't it.You know, if we look at it from an outside perspective, it would be creepy. ...Thinking about it, I'm pretty sure Dylan used this excuse on Kyle before. Tell me...Why is it that you've been investigating me?I told you, I'm interested.I'm keen to learn more about the kind of stuff your late husband played. Not to mention about you, seeing as you're a widow just like my mom.I see. So, you know everything it would seem. Mrs Patrice... Will you tell me what I want to know? Will you tell me what I want to know?I will. That's unexpected.We're this close to parting ways forever,and you've chosen now to grow an interest in me.Perhaps it's fate, Mr Hyde.Mrs Patrice...I'll answer your questions.I was suspected of murdering my husband!Music: Distant Memory  When he and I were living together, our house was burgled one day. The burglar struck me and knocked me unconscious.When I awoke, my husband's body was laying lifeless beside me. In my right hand, I was clutching the gun that was used to kill him.I was framed by somebody.The evidence was more than sufficient for them to hold me as a suspect. That impressive. Was Phoenix the lawyer?   Did they catch the real culprit?Was the real culprit caught?No, they never found him. And though I was declared innocent,people will always remember the accusations. Mud sticks, or whatever the saying is....Guess that answers that. What you said about my late husband is quite true, Mr Hyde.He was a regular face at this place when it was a hotel.On the day I was acquitted, I took control of the money my husband left to me,and purchased a hotel. I wanted to own the place he held so dear when he was alive.And that, Mr Hyde, is all this lonely widow can tell you.*phone rings* Huh? That appears to be the phone.Would you mind waiting here for me, Mr Hyde?Music stops  Mags makes he way into the other room to answer the phone. (Guess I'd better stay here until she's done.)(Now I think of it,) Music: Hidden Proof  Lower right frame   (This must be George Patrice.)Upper right frame This picture has the signatures of George and Margaret on it. (This must be a picture of Mags when she was younger.) Upper left frame This photograph is of two young women. Based on their clothes, they must be dancers.   The door to the room opens and Mags walks in.  Music: Blue Lady I'm sorry to have kept you waiting, Mr Hyde.It's no problem, I took the liberty of looking at the pictures on the shelf.Oh, these old things.Music: Gusty Town  When was the picture of them taken?When was the picture of you and your husband taken?Right after we were married.That necklace you see still gets worn today.It was a present from my late husband and is one of a kind.It's an impressive item, that's for sure.I love this picture of us more than any of the others I have.I'm sure your mother has one of her own that she values above the rest too.(As Mags utters those words, I think to myself.Mom doesn't have a single picture of her and Dad. Not one.)Does Kyle really have "I think to myself" in his monologue? (This came up once previously, I forgot when.) Is one of the women in the picture Mags?That picture hanging on the wall with the two women...Is one of them you?You're absolutely right.Can you tell though, Mr Hyde?Tell which one of them is me? Um...looking at the hairstyles...the right? You're the one on the right You're the one on the right.I am indeed. Well done.Who's the woman in the shot with you? She was a dear friend of mine.A fellow dancer.A dancer?Yes, it may be hard to believe now, but I was once a dancer.Ah... What's wrong? My head... It...hurts...Are you okay?I'm sorry, I sometimes get like this. It's my reminder of the events that took place during that awful time 13 years ago.You'd better rest. I'll leave you in peace.That's very kind of you.But before you go, Mr Hyde, may I ask a favour? Please keep waht I've told you today to yourself.I swear, I won't breathe a word to anyone. Okay, time for me to be on my way.Indeed.I leave Mags's room.  (Seems she's had a somewhat colorful life.)"Mr Hyde." Huh? Music: Ace of Diamonds  Can I speak to you?What's it about? You went to Mrs Patrice's room, didn't you?Yeah, that's right.What did the two of you talk about in there? What was the moral of our last Game Over? ...I can't remember. It can't be important, right?  We talked about her late husband We talked about her late husband. There were a few things I wanted to ask.  Kind of out of the blue though, wasn't it? I mean, why are you interested in him all of a sudden? Because of the murder case Because of the murder case.Her husband was the victim of a homicide. And Mrs Patrice was implicated as a suspect.  Mr Hyde...What are you investigating at the moment? It's all a bit suspicious to me.What do you mean?Anyway, I've got to be on my way. Dylan goes directly into Mags's room. (What the hell did he mean just then?)  Music: Legless Tango It appears you have a head like Swiss cheese, Mr Hyde. I thought I told you not to repeat what we talked about to anyone!You even promised me!I can't believe you ignored my wishes like that! I'd be grateful if you could leave this place immediately!Music: Dream's End I can't believe it...(How did I let things get this out of control? Surely I could've avoided this.)  drat.When did I get this bad at keeping promise?I need to be more careful.Tony: 7 Dylan: 6 Mags: 4 Frank: 3 Charles: 2 Betty: 2 Sidney: 2 Rex: 1 Marie: 1 Punch: 7 Oh, I remember now! It was that no one likes a snitch. Oops 
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Apr 28, 2019 06:01
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I love this LP.
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Apr 28, 2019 06:41
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Has there ever been a time in either game where "don't tell anyone" wasn't a setup for an obvious game over immediately? Has Kyle ever had to keep a secret under his hat for a long time or keep a story straight?
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Apr 28, 2019 19:07
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1234567890num posted:That impressive. Was Phoenix the lawyer? :objective: I think you mean .
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Apr 28, 2019 19:58
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cardinale posted:I love this LP. Thanks  tomanton posted:Has there ever been a time in either game where "don't tell anyone" wasn't a setup for an obvious game over immediately? Has Kyle ever had to keep a secret under his hat for a long time or keep a story straight? None that comes to mind. Hobgoblin2099 posted:I think you mean Should be fixed now.
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Apr 29, 2019 14:08
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Music: Ace of Diamonds Well, let's not tattle on Mags this time. Because I like jazz Because I like jazz.One of my favourite hobbies is listening to jazz music. Her husband was a musician who played the sax. I went to ask her about it.I see.Are you curious?No, not really.Anyway, I've got to be on my way. Dylan goes directly into Mags's room. *pager beeps* It's my pager. Music: Overstepped Memory Music: Heating Up  Phone Time to give Rachel a call. Music: Serenity It's Kyle.I've got some information for you on Jack Green.That was quick. What did you find out?Well... His name appeared in the 1967 obituaries. It said that Jack Green, a 30-year-old reporter, died in a car accident due to major internal complications and blood loss.A car accident?Did you see who he reported for?I did. It was Los Angeles Beat, the same place as Rex Foster.Were the two closely connected?Yeah, they were. They spent three years working together in the editorial department. And what's more interesting is when Rex Foster quit his job... He quit just three weeks after Jack Green's death. In what way?It turns out that Jack Green's final article was about the organised crime, Condor. The title was, unsurprisingly, "The Truth Behind Condor". It was actually the first part of a series, but Green ended up dying, so only the first part was ever published.I really need to get a closer look at that article, Rachel.Understood. I'll see if I can get hold of a copy for you.I'm counting on you. There's something else that stood out, too.It's abut the area the accident happened in. The location was along Route 971. I knew there was something familiar about the place so I looked it up. It happened on a road between the Los Angeles Beat company building and Hotel Cape West.There seem to be lots of factors that suggest this was more than a coincidence.You're right. Lastly, I've got a message for you from Ed.He left me a message? who attended the regular parties held at the hotel and the Scarlet Star. That's all he told me.I see.I'll be in touch when I have more information. *hangs up*Music stops (Jack Green died 13 years ago. He was writing an article about Condor.)(Also, the message I received from Ed... The one about the connection about the Scarlet Star and the party guests...)(Now I think about it, Sidney said something too.) In particular, he always came to the parties they called Scarlet Star.Every month, Hotel Cape West would hold a party on a date with the number six in it. Those parties would be called Scarlet Star.(The guests who attended the Scarlet Star parties...)(That's it! Maybe that photo album I found on the fourth floor can shed some light.)Music: Heating Up  We could've examined this earlier, but  Upper picture Looks like your regular party.Lower picture Looks like a bunch of people sitting around, chatting.By examining the pictures, we can zoom in on them. And also enhance.  We can also flip to the second page. Which is the only other page in the album, apparently.  Upper picture Well hello there, red dress.Lower picture Two men in tuxedos smiling at the camera. Can you figure out which one is the important picture?  I know that necklace... Of course! That's the necklace Mags always has hanging around her neck!Which means this woman... It's Mags Patrice... (Just as I thought... Mags is in the picture of the Scarlet Star party.)(Looks like she's just earned herself another chat with me.)Spoiler: We're not going to have a chance with Mags right now. It's obvious why after we exit the room.   Music: Ace of Diamonds   Mince alors!Looks like somebody didn't want to be seen, am I right? Ahem, it's...nothing.So you didn't hand back the spare key to 205 like you said you would, huh?That's right, I didn't.What were you doing in there, Charles? That would be...Quit stalling, spit it out! What the matter, did I catch you up to no good or something? Anyway, get back inside. We've got stuff to discuss. Looks like we're finally going to have an actual confrontation coming up after several not-quite ones. But before that, let's take a look at some updated profiles. Music: Sobering Dream     
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Apr 29, 2019 14:09
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That's what - 3 mysterious car wrecks with involvement with the hotel.
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Apr 29, 2019 14:18
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Given the frequency of the parties, it's probably less mystery circumstances and more along the line of DUIs.
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Apr 29, 2019 16:18
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Huh. I was almost prepared to believe that Rex Foster and Jack Greene were the same person until Rachel mentioned that they both existed at the same time working for the same paper. Also, I find it very suspicious that Dylan just pops in to see Mags right after Hyde left, regardless of whether or not you get the game over. I'm not sure what I find suspicious about it though, or what the hell I suspect him of. I'd say an illicit affair, except neither of them is married, and there's no (visible) reason they'd have to keep any kind of relationship secret.
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Apr 29, 2019 21:01
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Music: Resolution Tell me. What were you up in here?I was... Now you listen here. Why can't you tell me? Why can't you tell me? Because I don't want to. Besides, it has nothing to do with you.Charles, you're not helping yourself, you know.You're acting really suspiciously. Now tell me!And loop. Just like with Betty, we have to hold our tongue here. Don't press ...Okay, here goes... I'm just a little shaken up. Yellow question means that this isn't actually a confrontation then I'm embarrassed that you found me, Mr Hyde.Music: Gusty Town  What don't you want other people to know?What don't you want other people to know?I don't want them to know that I'm working on a script in here.A script? For what? It's a screenplay for a movie, actually. I plan to enter it into a screenplay competition.A screenplay?And you're writing it in here?Why can't you do it in your own room? Don't ask me that.  There's only a couple of days until I have to submit it.Please, Mr Hyde...Let me continue to use this room until then. Don't tell Mrs Patrice.Mr Hyde... What do you mean by more authentic?What do you mean by more authentic?Billy left his old typewriter in this room and I'm writing my screenplay on that. It's the key to making me look like a pro to the people who check the entries.Are you serious?Could you possibly make any less sense if you tried?The typewriter Billy left in this room... It's not a standard one. It's very special. He's now a top Hollywood screenwriter, but when he started out, he used this very typewriter.There's something very special about it, like it has some sort of power. That's why I'm using it to write my screenplay on. I'm sure it's going to guarantee my screenplay will be successful!This was actually mentioned in Chapter 6. In the novel. Which pretty much nobody reads. If it's the typewriter that's so special, can't you just take it to your own room?No. I have to write it in this room.What made you believe in all this superstitious stuff? What is this your one big chance?Why is this your one big chance?Because if this screenplay doesn't make me successful,I'm going to have to leave my university and return to France.Is that so?I made a promise to my grandfather. If I can't make a name for myself during my year here. I have to return home. Then I'll have to take over the family business.The family business? Does that sound strange to you, Mr Hyde?Not really, I'm just surprised that someone of your class is living in a place like this.It's unexpected, that's all.Did you choose this place so you could study how other people live their lives? Or were you just curious about something?Neither. I searched for this place and decided I have to live here.You did? What do you mean by secret?What do you mean by secret, Charles?Well, Mr Hyde, you know that there was an incident here, right?You know, back when it was a hotel? Yeah, seems like it What kind of incident was it?A murder.When this place was still a hotel 13 years ago, somebody was murdered here.(So he knows about the murder of Kathy McGrath?)How come you know about that?I heard the story from my grandfather before coming to study here.He visited LA on a number of occasions in the past on business.He even stayed here a few times. He knew that on the final day of the building functioning as a hotel, somebody was killed. I was in awe of what he told me...When I came to LA, I investigated the place that was once a hotel,and discovered that, not only was it now an apartment building,but also that the murder case had never been solved! Hoo boy... There's going to be plenty of minefields with that... And that's the reason you chose to stay here. Precisely.I see.Charles...As this means a lot to you, and it's your big chance and all... I'm gonna keep your coming in here a secret.Thank you, Mr Hyde!I'm sure this is going to become a wonderful story. It's about a murder inside a closed-down hotel.The murderer is a member of the hotel front desk staff. He conceals the evidence on the fourth floor of the hotel.I've been using Mr White from room 306 as my basis for the killer.Something about him fits the profile of a killer, don't you think?I'm sure he'd be thrilled to hear that. I suppose I won't know unless I ask him.  There's still room for an accomplice.Don't even think about it.Come on, it'll be fun!If anything, Kyle should've been the detective. Like in Martin's novel. Besides, I know what you've been up to.What does that mean?I know that you sometimes go up and have a look around the fourth floor. What?Frank does that too, you know! Don't worry, though.You're not the only person who likes looking around up there.I've been up there lots of times, too.You probably should model the accomplice after yourself. What the hell for?I started going up there a while back, when I was looking for inspiration for my story.I took an 8 mm camera with me and did some filming, too.I caught something really interesting when I was up there.Yeah? What did you saw?I'm sure you'd like me to tell you, so I'll make you a deal.If tell me what you were looking for when you went up there, Look how glad Charles is to get one over Kyle  You got yourself a deal. Now, show me the film.*They both exit the room* Music: Overstepped Memory  Charles will be our companion until we get to Room 305. It's a very short time, but it's still longer than Mila's. (So this is Charles's room.) Music: Ace of Diamonds Charles...Show me the 8 mm film you took on the fourth floor.I will, but don't forget our promise.You have to tell me what you're looking for when you go there.The same as you.I don't understand.I'm investigating an incident that happened here quite a while ago.That's why I've been spending time up on the fourth floor.The incident you're talking about, Mr Hyde... When did you find out about it? Just after I found out we'd all be leaving this place, I learned that something terrible happened here in the past.I mean, would you believe it? Just days before we'll all be out of here, I get caught up in an ancient case I know nothing about.So there you go, the reason why I've been going up to the fourth floor.Hmm...That's quite interesting, but...There's one more thing I'd like to ask you.I haven't got all day, you know, kid.Why are you so keen on finding out about such an old case?I mean, I'm interested because I want to use it as the basis for my story,but what about you, Mr Hyde?I've always been the kind of person who enjoys solving problems.I used to be a detective, after all. Someone who didn't know about our past?!  Were you really a detective?Yeah, I was. Up until four years ago, anyway.I guess the reason I'm so keen on this case has something to do with my detective instinct.So now you're a detective salesman!I had no idea you were such an interesting person. If you don't mind, I'd like to hear more about your past next time.Listen kid, I don't care if you find me interesting or not, my past is nothing special. You should stick to the unsolved case that happened here instead.If your past is really uninteresting, there wouldn't be a game about it Now, show me the film you took, Charles.Just a moment, Mr Hyde. Sorry about that. Well, here it is, my 8 mm film. Just like I promised. Can you make out what's on it, Mr Hyde? It looks like somebody's been caught on camera.   But I wonder who it could be?It's a shame this film doesn't show us their identity. Who'd be up there on the fourth floor so late at night, anyway?I'd really like to know who they are and what they're doing.You and me both, kid.Judging from their build and the kind of clothes they've got on, I'm sure it's a guy.What with that fire door up there serving as fairly good security,I'd have thought most people wouldn't be able to get in.So... You think the person on this film is someone already living in this building?It's certainly a possibility.You could be right. I know a way we can learn the true identity of the person on this film. There's a way we can find out right away!And how are you gonna do that? Magic? No, photographs!To help me get the characters right in my story, I took photos of the interior here. When I did that, I occasionally caught some of the tenants in the shots.Time you showed me those photos, I think.I have some developed ones right here.There's one still in the camera, though.Not developed, huh? That's not gonna help us much. What if that's the crucial one? You can do that?Sure I can.I've got everything we need right here and we can use the bathroom to do it in.There's one small problem though. My red lamp is broken.Mr Hyde, do you have anything we could use instead?Something like your red lamp, huh?That's not gonna be easy, but no harm in having a look around.It's finally time for another  Audience Challenge. Can you figure out what we need and where to find it?This is a very tough one and it took me a long time to find it in my first playthrough. Hint: It's located somewhere in Kyle's room. 1234567890num fucked around with this message at 11:57 on May 4, 2019 |
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May 4, 2019 05:23
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You posted that image of Kyle wondering if everyone except him knew twice.
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May 4, 2019 05:51
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Hobgoblin2099 posted:You posted that image of Kyle wondering if everyone except him knew twice. Should be fixed now. There's also a new Audience Challenge in the end of the update. I didn't include it earlier because I misremembered and thought it'd come much later
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May 4, 2019 11:59
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The wine wrap was red, right?
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May 4, 2019 14:03
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I'd like it if we can get to the next page before the next update. The wine wrap is the correct answer, actually. Took me an embarrassingly long time to figure out 
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May 5, 2019 14:26
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To the next page.
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