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fiery_ringThe reception takes place in the Big Top, which is more than large enough to accommodate the crowd. Outside, a large hog roast is taking place, with food and drinks aplenty.
It's a good time for Carlotta to catch up with her friends from school, most of whom she hasn't seen since the start of the war. A few of them have married in that time and brought husbands, some are in work or still at university. A petite, pretty woman, Alison, has brought a daughter of about two; finally a distraction from an incessant need to worry what her hair looks like. A tall, strapping woman, Mirabel, is sporting a burn scar on her face; rumour has it, she has been serving in combat.
The circus folk mingle among the guests, bringing food and occasionally breaking out into acrobatics. At the front of the tent, Fred the Bouncer sits with Wolf, his large guard dog.
It's a good time for Carlotta to catch up with her friends from school, most of whom she hasn't seen since the start of the war. A few of them have married in that time and brought husbands, some are in work or still at university. A petite, pretty woman, Alison, has brought a daughter of about two; finally a distraction from an incessant need to worry what her hair looks like. A tall, strapping woman, Mirabel, is sporting a burn scar on her face; rumour has it, she has been serving in combat.
The circus folk mingle among the guests, bringing food and occasionally breaking out into acrobatics. At the front of the tent, Fred the Bouncer sits with Wolf, his large guard dog.
Re: Action!
Date: 2012-08-15 11:35 pm (UTC)All right, she can't much argue with that.
When Carlotta takes charge and the tent falls silent, she listens respectfully and gives her an apologetic look in return.
"I'm sorry for spoilin' your day, sweetheart."
At least the police aren't focused on her and Little William anymore, and at least Fern is finally being dragged out. Still, she knew she was going to be that party guest nobody wants to invite to their gatherings.
Which reminds her.
"Tommy?"
Re: Action!
Date: 2012-08-15 11:47 pm (UTC)But he then turns back to Kate, cuffed and being held back by a policeman. He can't do much -- well, anything -- but he approaches her, hands held up slightly so that the officer will see he won't try anything funny.
"Yeah, honey?"
Re: Action!
Date: 2012-08-16 12:04 am (UTC)"I'm sorry 'bout this. Bet you'll think twice before takin' me out again."
Her lips twitch halfheartedly.
"Try an' get back t'the bar with the others. I'll be all right."
Re: Action!
Date: 2012-08-16 01:48 am (UTC)He sighs, shaking his head.
"Listen -- if I can't stay for as long as it takes to get you out, then I'm gonna be waiting for you on the other side of that door."
Not caring who sees, he cups her cheek in his hand and bends to kiss her, just a reassuring peck on the corner of her mouth.
"'Kay? We'll fix this."
With that, he backs off, glaring at the police officers, along with the one looking pretty ridiculous holding Kate's hat. Stepping up to him, he snatches it out of his hand. "Gimme that," he grumbles, and he moves back toward the crowd.
Re: Action!
Date: 2012-08-16 08:56 pm (UTC)Carlotta watches the proceedings, and holds the fort of the party until the non-Milliways guests are gone.
Jailbreak time.