Leatat and Louis get Married

Part 6- Posts 151-180

 

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POST 151:

 

Armand to Daniel:

 

Forgive me, cherished one.  Time has been pressing of late.  I'll

be meeting him at the "House of Blues" to discuss music among

other things.

 

I would be most pleased (as I'm sure he will be) if you would

attend.

 

Meet us at 7:00.

 

Forever...

 

Armand

 

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POST 152:

 

Armand:

 

I, too, look forward to it. perhaps we are not so unlike as you

think..perhaps we have much more in common than you suppose.

Erik

 

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POST 153:

 

Erik to Marius:

 

My dear father:

 

I apologise--I seem to be making mis-steps all over the place!

Upsetting every one...I might not look like a monster anymore,

but perhaps... no, I will not voice it.

 

Please beseech Monsieur David to return...

Erik

 

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POST 154:

 

Armand,

 

 

Please, forgive ME! I made such a fuss out of nothing. I'm sure

we will have a good time tonight at the House of Blues. After you

finish discussing music, I'll ask him for an interview.

 

I'll meet you at the House of Blues at seven sharp.

 

Eternally yours,

Daniel

 

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POST 155:

 

:Jesse:

 

:I'm highly looking forward to your visit. You needn't stay in a

hotel. You're more than welcomed to bed, I mean, stay with us,

<clears throat>.

 

:Ah, but whatever you decide, cherie. You know Marius and David

are at the same hotel. Should be interesting... What do you think

of getting Gabriel and Marius together, hmmmm? You're so good at

matchmaking...

 

:I really don't know what to do with myself at this moment. Louis

and I are just waiting for everyone to show up and then you can

help us.

 

:In them meantime, I do have a few ideas of my own... <winks at

Louis>

 

:Yell really loud if you come to the house...

 

<slides over to Louis who's looking at a wedding brochure>

 

<smooch>

 

Shall we, my apple dumpling? <smooch>

 

<Lestat picks up Louis and whisks him off to yet another part of

the house...>

 

I've always wanted to make love on a kitchen table... <smooch>

 

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POST 156:

 

Daniel, my dear man:

 

We'd better leave Madonna to her masses. I'm afraid there'd be

much to much press if she were to, uh, disappear...

 

I'm happy you'll take our photos! Perhaps I can coerce you into a

few bodouir shots as well... of course, without Louis knowing

about it.

 

He's rather modest... but I sure would love to have a nice little

candid of him to gaze at if I have to go on any of my trips.

 

I haven't the vaguest idea what is wrong with Armand. He's always

mystified me. Maybe you're not being coy enough with him. He

seems to like that. Pretend you know something he doesn't -- that

drives him crazy!

 

Until we meet again,

 

Lestat

 

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POST 157:

 

Daniel,

 

Calm down! Armand has said nothing of the sort in regards to

leaving you. He's an odd one, I'll give him that. I believe he's

happy with the way you turned out. I know I am <wink>.

 

Don't be pushy with him. Be more... aloof... make him guess what

you're up to... give him cause to worry that YOU might leave HIM.

 

There... counselor Lestat speaks again...

 

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POST 158:

 

Armand:

 

Where are you anyway?? Why don't you just come to the house and

show your face. We'll all hash this out like gentlemen and be

done with it.

 

I feel you've been neglecting Daniel... perhaps he's searching

for a new companion. You'd better get to him. Yes, I mind my

fledgling quite well, thank you. I'm marrying him aren't I? You'd

better watch yours!

 

Lestat

 

<to Louis>

 

Come back over here my little sunflower...

 

 

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POST 159:

 

I just coudnt resist, I just had to peek!

 

Oh Erik,

 

Im so very, very sorry, mon ami. Im on my way.

 

Louis

 

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POST 160:

 

My Darling,

 

Erik wants to talk to me, its important. I must go. Im not sure

when Ill be back but dont worry.

 

love you,

 

Louis

 

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POST 161:

 

 

Lestat to Louis

 

 

Louis! <runs after Louis>

 

Wait! Why do you have to leave just this minute? What are you up

to with Erik? Mon dieu! I've been so very, very good. Please...

don't leave me like this!

 

I'm very jealous, Louis... you know what happens when I get this

way... I know how you and Erik were the LAST time...

 

Mon dieu!

 

My pet!

 

I love you so... don't leave me like this!

 

If you MUST see Erik, please come home to me soon.

 

<stands with hands on hips>

 

<shakes head>

 

Now what am I to do??

 

<telepaths to Gabriel>

 

::Oh mother! Where are you? I need you! Louis is going to meet

Erik and I'm afraid of what might happen!

 

::I just CAN'T loose him now! Not now, not after all of this!

 

::What should I do???

 

<telepaths to Erik>

 

::Erik,

 

::I love you dearly but if you so lay one hand on my Louis, in

you know what manner I mean, well, there's no telling what my

anger will cause...

 

::Like I said -- I love you dearly... don't touch my Louis! He is

MINE!

 

Lestat

 

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POST 162:

 

Daniel,

 

Have you no more faith in me than that?  If I didn't love you as

much

as I do, I might be disappointed.  Rest assured, cherished one,

we

will talk.  There is much of this situation you may not

understand.

Until then, my love is with you now, as always.  Belive in me.

 

Forever...

 

Armand

 

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POST 163:

 

Armand,

 

 

I'm glad to hear that you shall never leave me. You can be sure

that I would never leave your side. No matter what might happen,

I'll be there.

 

Why can't you tell me about your plans? Armand, if you are

planning to ruin the wedding, you must refrain! Let them be. This

isn't your business anymore. Just come home to me and let Lestat

be happy with Louis.

 

What do you mean you'll pay hell? Armand, what are you planning

to do? Please, think twice. Lestat could burn you to ashes!

Please, do it for me!

You need no to worry. I won't say a word. Armand, I'm going to be

away for a few days. I need to think. Please, don't get yourself

into trouble.

 

I'll see you at the wedding.

 

yours,

Daniel

 

 

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POST 164:

 

 

Hello, Madame de Lioncourt. I don't mind your listening to my

conversations. I rather enjoy hearing everyone myself. <smile>

It's not like am meddlesome or anything, I just happen to pick up

everything to perfection.

 

Glad to hear that we won't need any clothes. I like to see the

exposed natural beauty of the human body. I would certainly like

to see such a distinguished lady, the Marquise of Lioncourt the

way she was born.

 

No, if you're planning the bachelor party, you might as well just

finish it. I didn't know you were doing it. Please forgive me,

oh, and forget about Madonna. Your darling son has changed his

mind.

 

As for Armand, well, he has something in mind. I'm going to get

away from him for a few days.

 

Uh, Gabrielle... Jesse invited me to a concert. I know you are

coming with us. Would you like to meet before the concert? I

could take you for dinner! I know of an excellent restaurant in

New Orleans. The people who frequent the restaurant are well

nourished and their blood is rather delicious.

 

Hoping to hear from you soon,

Daniel

 

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POST 165:

 

Lestat,

 

Thank you for your kind words. I'm feeling better now.

I know Armand won't leave me. He loves me as much as I do. But as

you know, when one is in love, jealousy is inevitable. I wish I

could have more confidence. Ever since I met Armand, I became

very insecure, and dependant.

 

I know he needs me too, but I'm sure he could survive without me.

If I were to loose him, I would die.

 

I heard somewhere that David is a little upset and has taken off.

Perhaps I  should join him! That way, Armand would be jealous.

What do you think?

 

 

Daniel

 

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POST 166:

 

Armand,

 

It's not lack of faith in you, mon cher. It's just that... Well,

I love you too much and I'm so very afraid to loose you.

I know you love me, but you never say it. It feels good to hear

it from your lips, Armand. I love you too.

 

When shall we speak, Armand? You are leaving me out, and I need

you!

 

I believe in you, and in the name of our love, I'll try to be

patient.

 

Daniel

 

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POST 167:

 

Daniel my sweet,

 

I think that's the best idea you've come up with yet. I

personally, think Jesse is absolutely the cat's pajamas and

Gabrielle, well she's so like her son, need I say more?

 

Yours ever,

Louis

 

 

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POST 168:

 

Erik, ma petite...

 

I didn't mean to sound as though I am blaming you for this

situation!

 

This is entirely my own fault, I should have told David of you

before. And now it appears he has gone back to the Talamasca for

a time.. were it not for everything happening here I would go to

the Motherhouse myself, post haste, and fall on my knees at his

feet in the hopes that he would forgive me... Oh, Erik, I am

thoroughly wretched right now! Everything is going to pieces, and

I was so deleriously happy at the idea of seeing him again... I'm

afraid your mentor is feeling very like a stupid, wet behind the

ears fledgling right now...

 

Marius

 

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POST 169:

 

(telepaths from where he's now sulking in his room at the Pon)

 

My dearest Marquis... (he sounds distracted and rather upset)

 

I'm sure red would be fine... or any other color. You'll look

stunning, regardless, I'm sure.

 

As to Armand... I have no more idea of his mind then you do!

There are times even I cannot understand him. However, I'm sure

he would do nothing to ruin the ceremony.

 

Marius

 

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POST 170:

 

<Marius to Lestat & Louis>

 

Lestat, Louis... I shall have to ask you to be forgiving of my

distraction, as I am having a few... ah... personal problems at

the moment.

 

I will be pleased to meet with you tomorrow and discuss your

plans. It will be a small party, yes?

 

Oh, and might I ask a favor of you? If either of you should hear

from David, I implore you, tell him that I need to speak to him.

It is very urgent.

 

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POST 171:

 

Daniel:

 

If I were you I'd just... no, scratch that. You should just

remain where you are, Daniel. No need to go running amuck. Armand

should be home soon. Stay put, young man...

 

Oh... well, all right then, so you're older than me but only in

mortal years. You're still a youngster fledgling. Better remain

calm and entertain my mother and Jesse when they arrive instead.

 

Lestat

 

 

<putting on coat>

 

<to himself>

 

These blasted fledglings! Always feeling like they have to run

away.

 

I want a juicy one tonight. I need a buzz. Damn you Louis! Where

are you? <thinks> Hmmm...

 

<leaves the house>

 

<walking down St. Charles...>

 

I wonder if I can find the two of you...

 

<telepathically>

 

::Erik? Where are you?

 

If only I could get an image in my head...

 

<spies a victim... an extremely drunk man>

 

Ah! There he is my lovely one!

 

<seductively walks up to drunk... exchanges pleasantries... grabs

hold of him... drinks...>

 

<sucka sucka sucka>

 

Ahhh! <hic> Much better! <hic> Whoooeee! I feel damn good now!

<hic>

 

<does a little tap dance under a street light to the tune of

"Hello, Dolly">

 

"Hello Louis... well, hello Louis... it's so nice to have you

back where you belong... you're lookin' swell, Louis, oh so well

Louis... you're still growin' you're still knowin' you're still

goin' strong..."

 

<hic>

 

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POST 172:

 

<Marius to Lestat & Louis>

 

 

Lestat, Louis... I shall have to ask you to be forgiving of my

distraction, as I am having a few... ah... personal problems at

the moment.

 

I will be pleased to meet with you tomorrow and discuss your

plans. It will be a small party, yes?

 

Oh, and might I ask a favor of you? If either of you should hear

from David, I implore you, tell him that I need to speak to him.

It is very urgent.

 

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POST 173:

 

::Marius!

 

<hic>:: Where are you my love? <hic>

 

::I'd LOVE to come see you right now! Really I would <hic>

 

<stumbles and falls on a bush>

 

Oh my...

 

::Uh... Marius, are you there? Talk to me! Everyone's gone! I'm

all alone. And this is supposed to be a happy occasion! <hic>

where is everyone???

 

<stumbles and falls into another bush>

 

Oh damn!

 

::Marius! I need you! I think I'm lost... I'm rather... <hic>

intoxcicated at the moment I think... <hic>

 

Damn these hic <hic> cups...

 

::Marius!

 

::It's me Lestat. Come save me! <hic>

 

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POST 174:

 

Dear Daniel, help!

 

Please contact Lestat for me, he's upset. I've had to go and see

Erik and my Darling is not happy about it. Please look after him

for me.

 

Louis

 

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POST 175:

 

<Armand Meets Jesse>

 

<From his suite at the Pontchartrain (for where else would

he stay?) Armand looks up.

 

::Jesse?  Here?  Now?  Not only here, but in the courtyard of

Louis and Lestat... <sigh>  May be a bit tricky, but...::

 

<He hastens into the night, keeping careful track of the amorous

activities of the newly betrothed.  Moving silently, he enters

the courtyard watching Jesse by the fountain.  She is indeed a

lovely sight>.

 

<He approaches her, moving like a shadow, his black silk shirt

and dark slacks hiding him from all but the sharpest eyes>.

 

"Good evening, Jesse," <he says softly, his musical voice

blending with the song of the fountain>.  "I am very pleased you

called me."

 

<Startled, she looks up to see him, an elemental thing cloaked in

night>.  "You startled me."

 

"That was not my intention."  <He looks around the courtyard.

"This is a lovely setting, but I can't help feeling we are

intruding here. The two of them, no doubt, want for privacy at

this moment."  <He offers her his arm>.  "Would you care to walk

with me?"

 

<Arm in arm they leave the courtyard, strolling down the block>.

 

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POST 176:



(Marius to Lestat) 

 

(momentarily jerked out of his own selfpitying state)

 

::LESTAT???

 

::What's wrong with you? What... oh, for pity's sake...

 

(Out the window, off the balcony, and a quick flight over to

where Lestat is stumbling around.)

 

"Lestat, what in hell possessed you? No, don't try to answer...

dear God, what did you do, consume an entire frat party? Come

on..."

 

(Taking Lestat by the arm, Marius guides him to a nearby fountain

and cheerfully thrusts the blonde head under the water)

 

(pulling him up again...)

 

"There. Better?"

 

(angry spluttering noises. Marius dunks him again.)

 

"Are you seeing clearly again?" (more spluttering) "Good. Now,

Lestat, what's the meaning of this? Where's Louis? Did you get

yourself into this state on purpose?"

 

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POST 177:

 

Ma Mere,

 

Please contact Lestat. I had to leave in a hurry to talk to Erik.

Erik and Lestat and I were once very close and Lestat is afraid

that I intend to leave him. I havn't time to reassure him just

now.

 

I have no intention AT ALL of ever leaving him. Please tell him

for me, reassure him. This situation is difficult. I love him to

distraction.

 

Trust me, ma mere, for I love you both.

 

Louis

 

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POST 178:

 

 

Marius:

 

I think that if you attempted to explain things to David, it

might very well turn out for the best. Please make the attempt--I

am sure he is very hurt and upset at the moment and wishes to

make amends.

 

A bientot,

Erik

 

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POST 179:

 

<Lestat to Marius>

 

"Marius! You came!" <glurb, glurb>

 

"Ahh...." <spitting out water> <cough cough>

 

"Wait...." <dunked in water again> <glurb glurb>

 

"Ahhh... Marius..." <hic>

 

"I think I <laughs> overdid it a bit..." <hic> <giggles>

 

"I think I'm a bit drunk, wouldn't you say?" <hic>

 

<Marius sits with crossed arms>

 

<hic> "You haven't seen my Louis, have you? He ran off to meet

Erik <hic> and I don't know where they are. I'm afraid <hic>

Louis might leave me for Erik!"

 

<runs into Marius' arms and sobs on his shoulder>

 

<sob, sob>

 

<hic>

 

"What should I do?" <hic, sob, hic>

 

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POST 180:

 

Louis to Marius:

 

Marius!! Marius!!!

 

Help me!

 

I've just had the most heartbreaking letter from Erik, I MUST go

and see him. NOW.

 

Knowing how things were between Erik and myself, Lestat fears I

will leave him. I won't, but I dont think I mannaged to convince

him.

 

He's terribly upset and is suffering from a terrible attack of

insecurity. Will you please go to him, hold his hand and prevent

him doing anything rash until I've mannaged to help Erik. I love

them both and I'd hate anything to happen to either of them.

Please help me!

 

Louis

 

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