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| Conversation
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GOODBYE
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Goodbye.
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Indeed.
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VMS18_GOODBYE_0011BCC2_1
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HELLO
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Hello
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{Fuming}What the devil?
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VMS18_HELLO_001607F4_1
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HELLO
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Hello
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Good day.
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VMS18_HELLO_0011657E_1
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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I know I'm not the scheduled speaker, but I have a few words, if I may.
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VMS18_VMS18MortimerBanquet_0011832F_1
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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There was a time not so long ago when we were bound together not as members but as family. As a clan.
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VMS18_VMS18MortimerBanquet_00118330_1
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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And when Mr. House came to us with his proposal, we accepted, knowing we stood to gain much.
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VMS18_VMS18MortimerBanquet_00118331_1
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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Little did we know how much we'd lose in the process.
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VMS18_VMS18MortimerBanquet_00118332_1
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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As a society, we've endeavored to sample the finest food and drink the world has to offer. But we are living a lie.
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VMS18_VMS18MortimerBanquet_00118334_1
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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There is a meat sweeter than the most cornfed livestock. Most of you have tasted it. All of you have coveted it.
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VMS18_VMS18MortimerBanquet_00118335_1
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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Among us, it is a crime to discuss a return to the old ways that unified our people.
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VMS18_VMS18MortimerBanquet_00118337_1
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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Tonight, that all changes. The taboo ends. {aside, preventing an interruption}Let me finish, Marjorie.
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VMS18_VMS18MortimerBanquet_00118338_1
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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You don't know it yet, but you are all now guilty of a greater crime. One that ordinarily bears the harshest of punishments.
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VMS18_VMS18MortimerBanquet_00118339_1
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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Surely that you are all guilty warrants not only universal amnesty but also a renewed discussion.
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VMS18_VMS18MortimerBanquet_0011833A_1
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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For our society to be truly elite, we must dine on the most delicious, the most exclusive food known to us.
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VMS18_VMS18MortimerBanquet_0011833B_1
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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And tonight, for the first time as a society, you are sampling that very dish, the meat we are forbidden to taste, the way it was meant to be eaten!
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VMS18_VMS18MortimerBanquet_0011833C_1
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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VMS18MortimerBanquetSpeech
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Fellow members of the White Glove Society, bon appetit!
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VMS18_VMS18MortimerBanquet_001611F9_1
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GREETING
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GREETING
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You double-crossing snake! I have nothing to say to someone so lowly and ill-mannered.
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VMS18_GREETING_0012690B_1
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GREETING
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GREETING
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{Pissed}I wanted Mr. Gunderson out of the way, not slaughtered in my hotel! Our business is concluded. Good day!
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VMS18_GREETING_001611FF_1
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GREETING
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GREETING
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{Angry}You've done enough!
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VMS18_GREETING_00161200_1
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GREETING
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GREETING
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Mark my words. I'll have you filleted for this.
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VMS18_GREETING_00161201_1
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GREETING
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GREETING
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Ah, you're back. You're always a welcome guest here.
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VMS18_GREETING_0012690C_1
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GREETING
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GREETING
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Any word as to our arrangement?
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VMS18_GREETING_00125C10_1
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GREETING
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GREETING
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What the- ? Who is this trespasser?
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VMS18_GREETING_0011A103_1
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GREETING
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GREETING
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How may I be of service, sir?
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VMS18_GREETING_001110EE_1
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GREETING
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GREETING
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How may I be of service, madam?
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VMS18_GREETING_001110EF_1
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VMS18VMS18MarjorieTopic009
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I want to join the White Glove Society. I was told I'd need a sponsor.
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Mmm. You'll have to look elsewhere, I'm afraid. The whole idea of "joining" the White Glove Society is pure hogwash.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MarjorieTo_0011BCC9_1
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disdainful
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VMS18VMS18MarjorieTopic009
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I want to join the White Glove Society. I was told I'd need a sponsor.
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You're either in it, or you're not. There's no joining.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MarjorieTo_0011BCC9_2
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VMS18VMS18MarjorieTopic009
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I want to join the White Glove Society. I was told I'd need a sponsor.
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This "honorary member" nonsense is just something Marjorie contrived because she's so preoccupied with image. But it's only a fad.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MarjorieTo_0011BCC9_3
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VMS18VMS18MarjorieTopic009
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I want to join the White Glove Society. I was told I'd need a sponsor.
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Once it blows over the riff-raff we've temporarily inducted will be shown the door. So I wouldn't hold out hope if I were you.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MarjorieTo_0011BCC9_4
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VMS18VMS18MarjorieTopic011
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Caesar wishes to extend your society an offer of alliance with his Legion.
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Looking to elevate his social status, is he?
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MarjorieTo_00140E2D_1
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VMS18VMS18MarjorieTopic011
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Caesar wishes to extend your society an offer of alliance with his Legion.
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I'll admit, I could see benefits to living under his rule. Certain... transgressions he'd be willing to overlook.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MarjorieTo_00140E2D_2
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VMS18VMS18MarjorieTopic011
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Caesar wishes to extend your society an offer of alliance with his Legion.
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But that's neither here nor there, I'm afraid. Marjorie won't have it, as long as she fails to see the wisdom of my perspective.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MarjorieTo_00140E2D_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic000
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Marjorie said you gave a free room to a private investigator.
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Private investigator... Ah, yes. I remember the gentleman.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_001110F0_1
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thinking
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic000
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Marjorie said you gave a free room to a private investigator.
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This was about the missing bride. Such an awful thing. I do hope he finds her whereabouts.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_001110F0_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic000
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Marjorie said you gave a free room to a private investigator.
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If I might pry, have you found something that will help his investigation?
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_001110F0_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic001
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Actually, I just need to speak with him.
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Of course, of course.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_001110EB_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic001
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Actually, I just need to speak with him.
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Ordinarily, we don't give out guest information, but I think given the circumstances, he'll want to speak with you.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_001110EC_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic001
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Actually, I just need to speak with him.
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Let's see... he hasn't checked out yet. If you head back to the hotel rooms, his will be one floor directly above you after you exit the lobby.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_001110EC_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic001
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Actually, I just need to speak with him.
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I hope we can put this whole matter to rest at last.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_001110EC_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic002
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<Lie> Yes, I have some critical information for him.
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Good. I hope that young man gets some closure after all he's been through.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_001110EA_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic003
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I'm on an investigation, too. I'm hoping we can help each other.
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You are? Nothing so grim as his investigation, I hope.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_001110ED_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic004
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<Loudly> Bad news, Mortimer. No one's eating the boy you kidnapped tonight.
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Kidnapped? That's ridiculous! And who said anything about eating anyone?
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011A0FF_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic004
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<Loudly> Bad news, Mortimer. No one's eating the boy you kidnapped tonight.
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{Stage Whisper}I know I didn't, because I hadn't gotten to that line of my speech yet. What remarkable timing you have.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011A0FF_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic004
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<Loudly> Bad news, Mortimer. No one's eating the boy you kidnapped tonight.
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What are you- ? Why is he there? Who are we eating right now?
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011A100_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic005
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I'm looking for the Gourmand. Am I in the right place?
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Get them!
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011A105_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic005
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I'm looking for the Gourmand. Am I in the right place?
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Get him!
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011A106_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic005
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I'm looking for the Gourmand. Am I in the right place?
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Get her!
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011A107_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic006
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Sorry, Mortimer. Secret recipe. It isn't human, though, I can tell you that.
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No! These are lies! I never kidnapped anyone. And even if I did, there's no harm done. He's alive, after all.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011A102_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic007
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[Attack] You all heard his confession! The punishment for cannibalism is death!
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So be it. But we are all cannibals here. My death will be a constant reminder, and some day you will all remember.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011A101_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic008
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Too late, Mortimer. You already said too much.
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You're all hypocrites! How can you claim to be connoisseurs yet deny yourselves the greatest of all meats?
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011A104_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic008
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Too late, Mortimer. You already said too much.
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I am ashamed to have once called everyone here family. This isn't over, though.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011A104_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic008
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Too late, Mortimer. You already said too much.
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I'll begin anew. The White Glove Society will never achieve the greatness of my new order.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011A104_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic008
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Too late, Mortimer. You already said too much.
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You'll all hear from me again.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011A104_4
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic009
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What can you tell me about your organization?
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My, such a popular question. I suppose it is only natural to see us and wonder what it is that makes us special.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011BCCF_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic009
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What can you tell me about your organization?
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The White Glove Society has only just made itself known to the public, of course, but our pedigree was established over generations.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011BCCF_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic009
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What can you tell me about your organization?
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Were we always so refined? I'd be lying if I said yes. But I've always felt we were destined for a place atop modern society. And now, here we are.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011BCCF_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic009
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What can you tell me about your organization?
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Not everyone can wear the finest clothes and eat the finest foods, obviously. That's just the reality we live in.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011BCCF_4
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic009
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What can you tell me about your organization?
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But surely we can agree that the most tasteful, sophisticated people are the most deserving. That's what the White Glove Society is all about.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011BCCF_5
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic010
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Where did you say the investigator's room was, again?
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If you head back to the hotel rooms, his will be one floor directly above you after you exit the lobby.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0011BF17_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic011
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I've heard your group dines on human flesh.
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Ah, yes, I've heard that one too. Jealous people say such nasty things. I feel sorry for them.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AE9_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic012
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I, too, know what it is to feel the Craving. How can I support your cause?
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Good. Then you know what it is to be discreet in matters of... nutrition. Perhaps you can help me.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AC9_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic013
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<Lie> I, too, know what it is to feel the Craving. How can I support your cause?
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[SUCCEEDED] Good. Then you know what it is to be discreet in matters of... nutrition. Perhaps you can help me.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AEB_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic014
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<Lie> I sort of tasted human flesh once. Mmm mmm good. Tell me all your secrets.
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[FAILED] Please, you're embarrassing yourself. I must request that you change the subject.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AD2_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic015
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So it isn't true?
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I can assure you that the only thing the White Glove Society is guilty of is preparing the tastiest cuisine you'll ever sample.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ADE_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic015
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So it isn't true?
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That is, of course, if you can afford it.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ADE_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic016
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Let's talk about something else.
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Indeed. Let's.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ACF_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic017
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Do you have any work that needs to be done?
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No, not from the likes of you, I'm afraid. I don't think you'd have the stomach for it. Better look elsewhere.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AD9_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic017
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Do you have any work that needs to be done?
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I do, but I need someone I know I can rely on. And I haven't heard a thing about you.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ADA_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic017
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Do you have any work that needs to be done?
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Perhaps if you made more of a name for yourself around the Strip, we could talk. But not before.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ADA_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic017
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Do you have any work that needs to be done?
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Yes, I'm glad you asked. I've heard about you, you know. You strike me as just the sort of person who can help me.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ADB_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic017
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Do you have any work that needs to be done?
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I'm in a bind. I've been planning an exquisite Society dinner, but there's a bit of a problem with the main course.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ADC_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic017
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Do you have any work that needs to be done?
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He's got a powerful and temperamental father.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ADC_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic018
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The main course is a person?
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Yes. The wrong person. We scouted the right one for weeks. The heir to a mercantile empire. Sort of a black sheep.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ACB_1
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emph. "wrong"
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic018
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The main course is a person?
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He cut ties with his family and left their estate to wander. He was ideal. Corn-fed and well-to-do, but no one to miss him if he were to disappear.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ACB_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic018
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The main course is a person?
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Unfortunately the trap my subordinates set for him failed. And as he escaped, he saw their faces. Now he's wary.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ACB_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic019
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[Attack] He's the least of your problems right now, cannibal.
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You barbarous cur.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ACA_1
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pouty
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic020
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I think you have the wrong person for this job.
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Perhaps I do. Forget I mentioned it.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AEA_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic021
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What did you do?
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I asked for a last-minute replacement. And they stole the son of the most dangerous Brahmin baron in New Vegas while he stayed at this very hotel.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AD0_1
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increasingly angry at his lackeys' stupidity
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic021
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What did you do?
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Needless to say, this could be a disaster if things aren't put back the way they should be. And I still need somebody reputable to serve for dinner.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AD0_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic021
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What did you do?
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Strictly speaking, we're no longer allowed to eat people. But I'm hoping the right person and preparation might sway Marjorie to see things my way.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AD0_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic023
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Tell me what I need to do.
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I need a replacement, and I need the boy taken care of. The replacement must be healthy and well-bred. One can't very well make steak from gristle.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ADD_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic023
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Tell me what I need to do.
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With so little time, we'll have go after our original choice, Carlyle St. Clair. He lives in a shack north of here. For freshness, we need him alive.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ADD_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic023
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Tell me what I need to do.
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If you could send him here or knock him out with this and drag him into the dumpster next to his house, we can do the rest.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ADD_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic024
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What about the boy you kidnapped?
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Ted Gunderson is his name. It would be simplest if you could convince him this was all an unfortunate misunderstanding.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AD1_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic024
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What about the boy you kidnapped?
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But if he won't listen, we can't very well let him go. He'll have to be slaughtered and served. Then we wouldn't need the replacement.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AD1_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic024
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What about the boy you kidnapped?
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But you would need to deal with his father, Heck. Perhaps if you could smear some of Ted's blood around his father's hotel room, you could frame him.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AD1_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic025
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I'll do it.
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Splendid, splendid. The boy is being held in the kitchen beneath the Gourmand. Here are some keys that will allow you access to him.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ACD_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic025
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I'll do it.
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The elder Gunderson is staying in our penthouse. I understand he's hired security, so be careful if you go up there.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ACD_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic025
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I'll do it.
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And our Mr. St. Clair resides to the north. He rarely strays far from his house, and he's surrounded it with booby traps.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ACD_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic026
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I'll think about it.
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Very well, but I'll need to know soon or I'll be forced to make other plans.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125ADF_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic028
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<Hushed> Would my companion here make a suitable replacement meal?
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Which one?
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AE0_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic028
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<Hushed> Would my companion here make a suitable replacement meal?
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Hmm. He's a little thin, but he looks like he comes from good stock with that strong jaw and upright posture.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AE1_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic028
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<Hushed> Would my companion here make a suitable replacement meal?
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Perhaps a little rugged, a little gamey. But he is in good shape and looks healthy.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AE2_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic028
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<Hushed> Would my companion here make a suitable replacement meal?
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From the smell of her I'd say we can skip the whiskey marinade. But other than her liver she seems to be in working order.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AE3_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic028
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<Hushed> Would my companion here make a suitable replacement meal?
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Her skin has a certain supple quality to it, doesn't it? She's kept it well. How mouth-watering.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AE5_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic028
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<Hushed> Would my companion here make a suitable replacement meal?
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I'm sorry, but it absolutely must be a human. Former doesn't count.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AE6_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic028
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<Hushed> Would my companion here make a suitable replacement meal?
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I assume you're joking.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AE7_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic028
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<Hushed> Would my companion here make a suitable replacement meal?
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Very well. If you're able to convince young Mr. Gunderson to return to his father, replace him in the freezer with your friend and we'll have a deal.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00125AE8_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic034
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I framed Heck Gunderson and sent a Securitron to arrest him.
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So the baron has slaughtered his last Brahmin. How delightful. He was a pox on our business.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126507_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic034
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I framed Heck Gunderson and sent a Securitron to arrest him.
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He would've driven the price of beef down to the point where any poor wretch could afford it. Can you imagine?
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126507_2
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with distaste
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic034
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I framed Heck Gunderson and sent a Securitron to arrest him.
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But now we can price it even higher, create a new luxury market. Not for you, of course. You'll get a special discount.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126507_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic035
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Did you succeed in turning the White Glove Society back to cannibalism?
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We'll know after tonight's banquet at 7 o'clock. I'll only be telling everyone what they've eaten after they've eaten it.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0012650B_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic035
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Did you succeed in turning the White Glove Society back to cannibalism?
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That way, they will all have crossed the same silly taboo. They'll have to reconsider it. Even Marjorie.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0012650B_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic035
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Did you succeed in turning the White Glove Society back to cannibalism?
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It's all image with her, anyway. She just needs to realize the only difference between savage and sophisticated is the proper seasoning.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0012650B_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic035
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Did you succeed in turning the White Glove Society back to cannibalism?
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We'll know after tomorrow night's banquet at 7 o'clock. I'll only be telling everyone what they've eaten after they've eaten it.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0012650C_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic035
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Did you succeed in turning the White Glove Society back to cannibalism?
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That way, they will all have crossed the same silly taboo. They'll have to reconsider it. Even Marjorie.
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic035
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Did you succeed in turning the White Glove Society back to cannibalism?
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It's all image with her, anyway. She just needs to realize the only difference between savage and sophisticated is the proper seasoning.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0012650C_3 -- VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0012650B_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic035
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Did you succeed in turning the White Glove Society back to cannibalism?
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I certainly did. Philippe created an extraordinary amuse bouche from the flesh of the Gunderson boy.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0012650D_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic035
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Did you succeed in turning the White Glove Society back to cannibalism?
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I certainly did. Philippe created an extraordinary amuse bouche from the flesh of the late Mr. St. Clair.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0012650E_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic035
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Did you succeed in turning the White Glove Society back to cannibalism?
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I certainly did. Philippe created an extraordinary amuse bouche from the flesh of your former travel partner.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0012650F_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic035
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Did you succeed in turning the White Glove Society back to cannibalism?
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Everyone at the banquet loved it! I told them what it was and the room was quiet for a moment, but then we all had a hearty laugh.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126510_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic036
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Not yet.
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I see. Keep me in the know.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_0012650A_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic036
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Not yet.
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You have done very well in keeping this business low-key. I appreciate your discretion. I'll be sure to drop your name during our functions.
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic036
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Not yet.
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I hope you understand what a tremendous boon this will be to your standing in society.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00127DBA_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic037
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I convinced Ted it was all a terrible misunderstanding.
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Good. Having his father's attention cast upon me was the last thing I needed.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126512_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic037
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I convinced Ted it was all a terrible misunderstanding.
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Now if you can lure Mr. St. Clair out of his home and into captivity, and he's still disease-free, I shall breathe a sigh of relief.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126512_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic038
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Ted Gunderson is dead. He wouldn't listen to reason.
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I see. Well this could get out of hand very quickly unless something is done to keep the elder Gunderson in check.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126509_1
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starting to sweat a bit, trying to keep composure
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic038
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Ted Gunderson is dead. He wouldn't listen to reason.
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You mustn't kill him, though. The publicity would be a disaster. I need you to handle this quietly, like we discussed.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126509_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic038
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Ted Gunderson is dead. He wouldn't listen to reason.
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A little blood in his suite should do the trick. And if you have a Securitron arrest him, our involvement will appear nonexistent.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126509_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic039
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Couldn't Heck just claim intruders killed his son?
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No. Everyone he meets, he tells the same story. That his son disappeared from the casino, not from his room. He'll look guilty.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126508_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic040
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I planted evidence in Heck Gunderson's room.
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You made it past his guards, then? Excellent. Send a Securitron up to his room. It's programmed to investigate anything suspicious.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126511_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic041
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<Lie> I'll do it. Where can I find Ted Gunderson?
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Splendid, splendid. The boy is being held in the kitchen beneath the Gourmand. Here are some keys that will allow you access to him.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126909_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic041
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<Lie> I'll do it. Where can I find Ted Gunderson?
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The elder Gunderson is staying in our penthouse. I understand he's hired security, so be careful if you go up there.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126909_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic041
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<Lie> I'll do it. Where can I find Ted Gunderson?
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And our Mr. St. Clair resides to the north. He rarely strays far from his house, and he's surrounded it with booby traps.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00126909_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic043
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Wouldn't putting St. Clair's body into a dumpster give it a terrible taste?
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Not this one. Empty. I don't believe it's seen use since before the war.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00127DBD_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic043
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Wouldn't putting St. Clair's body into a dumpster give it a terrible taste?
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And what would the point be, really? Who would pick up his trash if he used it?
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00127DBD_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic043
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Wouldn't putting St. Clair's body into a dumpster give it a terrible taste?
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But for our purposes, it should keep his body safe and hidden until my cohorts can recover it.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00127DBD_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic044
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I trapped Carlyle St. Clair in the dumpster outside his house.
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Just as I asked. What a magnificent relief! By now, barring any more bungling, my underlings should have him on his way here.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00127DBB_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic045
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I sent Carlyle St. Clair to come and speak with you.
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Of his own volition? My goodness, you are very professional, aren't you? Well, he's sure to be a hit at our next banquet.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00127DB1_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic046
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Carlyle St. Clair is dead.
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Drat! He was our best chance at a fresh and healthy entree.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00127DB6_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic046
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Carlyle St. Clair is dead.
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Without a replacement, I'll have to push back the whole affair. I can just see my rivals sneering at me.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00127DB6_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic047
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I left one of my companions in the freezer for your enjoyment.
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Wonderful. You have come through with flying colors. On behalf of my colleagues, allow me to extend my thanks.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00129A37_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic047
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I left one of my companions in the freezer for your enjoyment.
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I know what a terrible sacrifice this must've been for you.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00129A37_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic049
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Will the White Glove Society ally with Caesar now?
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I should think so, but it would be up to Marjorie.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00140E2B_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic049
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Will the White Glove Society ally with Caesar now?
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I have, however, told her how instrumental you were in revolutionizing our cuisine. And she knows what we stand to gain from a ruler who supports it.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00140E2B_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic049
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Will the White Glove Society ally with Caesar now?
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Have a word with her, see what she says. I daresay she'll be more receptive with these new developments.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_00140E2B_3
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic050
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What's next, now that the White Glove Society has tasted human flesh again?
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Now that it's been accepted, it will become a regular course for us.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_001611F3_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic050
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What's next, now that the White Glove Society has tasted human flesh again?
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It's a new and exciting frontier for our chef. I've never seen him so cheerful.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_001611F3_2
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic051
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Will you serve human flesh at the Gourmand?
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Oh, I very much doubt that. What fun would it be if everyone could have it?
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_001611F4_1
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VMS18VMS18MortimerTopic051
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Will you serve human flesh at the Gourmand?
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Then again, I wouldn't be surprised if our chef used it here and there as a secret ingredient to make his dishes really come alive.
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VMS18_VMS18VMS18MortimerTo_001611F4_2
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