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Post by Basil on Apr 13, 2009 20:33:20 GMT -5
Basil of Baker Street, violin under one arm, music stand under the other, found a relatively secluded spot in the shade of a copse of trees.
He had badly neglected his instrument of late, but for some reason his fellow boarders in the hotel objected to his practicing, and the hotel staff requested, albeit strongly, that he play elsewhere.
Accordingly, the detective determined to practice out of doors for a bit. He set up the music stand and began to tune the strings.
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Post by Gadget on Apr 20, 2009 18:32:17 GMT -5
Going nowhere in particular, Gadget was admiring the flowers planted strategically around the hotel grounds. Since the parks could be kind of hectic, she liked to take time once in a while to relax. Today, she had decided on a nature walk.
Sniffing at some pretty pink blossoms, the little mouse heard some music starting up nearby. At least, it was somebody tuning up. Maybe that meant a concert was about to begin.
"A concert would be nice," she said to herself. Gadget followed the sound to see if she could get a good seat.
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Post by Basil on Apr 20, 2009 21:26:22 GMT -5
Running his bow over the strings experimentally, Basil satisfied himself that the instrument was ready.
He began to play a piece by Tchaikovsky, slowly at first, until he began to remember the fingering.
However he'd hardly got through a third of the way before he was aware of someone coming up behind him. Turning round, he spied Gadget , whom he'd not seen since their last meeting in Remys cafe.
Basil inclined his head respectfully and touched his hat brim with his bow, since he couldn't actually tip his hat with his hands full.
"How nice to see you again, Miss Gadget," he murmured, somewhat embarrassed to be spied upon. After all, he didn't generally play in public.
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Post by Vidia on Apr 23, 2009 17:46:46 GMT -5
High up in the branches of the tree, the self-proclaimed genius and fastest of the fast flying fairies Vidia was taking a brief nap in the sun. Although she usually disliked the Resort, she had to admit that peaceful moments such as this one made it almost bearable. Of course that was until a wretched screeching sound began at the base of the tree, shattering Vidia’s peace and wrenching her back to the waking world.
“What the…” exclaimed, rolling over onto her stomach and peering down over the edge of the branch before sighing. It was those two mice she’d met some time ago, both of which had managed to get one of her many nerves. Well she certainly wasn’t going to let them get away with it this time.
“Okay sweetie, listen up,” she began, stepping off the branch and coasting down to the ground to hover above the duo, “I’m sure one of your level won’t understand one of my talents, but I’d rather appreciate it if you’d…” her expression changed from one of mock-politeness to one of annoyance, “stop that racket!”
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Post by Gadget on Apr 23, 2009 18:26:42 GMT -5
<<Hey, Vidia, long time no see! How's my favorite FFF been?>>
Gadget smiled sincerely when Basil greeted her. His old-fashioned manners gave her a weird feeling inside that always made her happy, though she couldn't understand why.
"Don't stop on my account. I just came by to hear you play."
She sure hoped he would continue, but before either mouse could say anything more, they were interrupted by the sudden appearance of...oh, no, not her again!
Gadget's face showed plainly how much she did not enjoy meeting Vidia again. The little mouse wasn't very good at hiding her feelings.
"Golly, the only racket here is the one you're making. I think Basil's playing is beautiful."
"What are you, a music-hater, too?"
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Post by Basil on Apr 23, 2009 18:48:24 GMT -5
What might have been a pleasant conversation was shattered by an all-too-familiar voice. Yes, it was Vidia, braggart, snob and all-round annoyance.
Basil sighed at her appearance. "Ah, Miss Vidia, charming, as always."
The detective was heartily tired of trying to conciliate the unpleasant faerie. Still, he hated to be rude to a female and tried hard to control himself.
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Post by Vidia on Apr 23, 2009 19:52:06 GMT -5
((I've been great thanks ^^ Sorry I've been so inactive lately. I know Bianca's missed Basil. How have you been?))
Vidia smirked as Gadget appeared suitably bristled by her appearance, amused that although she was sure Basil felt the same way he was at least concealing it.
“Au contraire sunshine,” she began, waving away the female mouse’s comment dismissively, “I love music. I just haven’t heard any today.” She giggled, glancing derisively over at Basil as she leant back against the tree. The last time she’d encountered this rodent double act, there certainly were alone of mice at this park, she’d tried to send Gadget off on a dangerous wild goose chase after a villainous personality.
“Did you ever find that personality I suggested?” she asked, feigning enthusiasm as she turned to face Gadget once again.
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Post by Gadget on Apr 23, 2009 20:35:34 GMT -5
"Um...no..."
Gadget hated talking to Vidia. The subtleties of snide remarks and sarcasm just weren't her thing. She never knew what to say, so she just stood there awkwardly, wishing a certain fast-flying person would fast-fly to Timbuktu.
<<Not me, of course. That's just Gadget :) >>
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Post by Basil on Apr 24, 2009 20:18:56 GMT -5
<<Speaking of Bianca, does she play any instrument? Maybe she and Basil could get together for an impromptu duet>>
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Post by Vidia on Apr 26, 2009 15:44:40 GMT -5
((Hmm, none that are shown. However it wouldn't be far fetched to imagine she did, and she does have a fine singing voice.))
Vidia’s forehead creased for a moment as she frowned, for it was clear that Gadget hadn’t even attempted to follow her instructions. How terribly disappointing, she’d rather liked the idea at the time.
“I thought you knew better then to disobey one of my talents,” she added haughtily, not looking at the female mouse as she spoke, “not like sunshine over there. He stopped playing as soon as I asked like a good boy.” She giggled, wings twitching slightly as she leant back against a tree.
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Post by Basil on Apr 26, 2009 20:50:59 GMT -5
<<I know she did nothing musical in the films, but if you decide you want to add an instrument to her personality, just let me know>>
Basil was at the end of his patience with the unpleasant faerie. He'd protected the naive Gadget from her machinations once before, and had no intention of allowing the girl to become a victim.
"I ceased playing because Miss Gadget arrived, and when there is a lady present, a gentleman always acknowledges her."
"Contrariwise, when someone of your ilk appears," he continued archly, "a gentleman's only recourse is to depart."
If only it was a man he was up against...but of course, Basil couldn't do much against a female.
"Come, Miss Gadget, let us be on our way. There is something decidedly unpleasant in the air here." He snapped the violin back into its case and prepared to be off.
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Post by Gadget on Apr 30, 2009 18:40:36 GMT -5
Gadget flashed an admiring look toward Basil. He always knew what to say.
And he sounded suave when he said it, too. Even if what he said was kind of insulting.
Not that Vidia didn't deserve it, of course. The fairy was always picking on people who didn't do anything to her.
Well, Gadget was more than ready to leave her far behind. "Will you play some more? I barely got to hear anything."
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Post by Basil on May 17, 2009 16:22:52 GMT -5
"Certainly, if you like."
Basil didn't particularly want to play for her, or for anyone else. He wasn't quite good enough to perform in public, at least in his own estimation.
But he was inclined to spite Vidia, so, moving a good distance out of the faerie's earshot and choosing another secluded location beneath the shrubbery, the detective set up his music stand once again and began to play.
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Post by Gadget on May 22, 2009 20:52:31 GMT -5
Gadget sat down on the grass and made herself comfortable for the impromptu concert.
Although she knew little about music, she did appreciate it, and she enjoyed Basil's playing a lot.
"That was great!" she said enthusiastically when he was through.
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Post by Basil on May 30, 2009 13:31:51 GMT -5
All told, things hadn't gone too badly. He only made four mistakes, and Gadget either failed to notice or was too much of a lady to mention them.
Basil finished with his personal favourite, Fur Elise. He responded to Gadget's enthusiastic praise, which he enjoyed more than he let on, with a modest inclination of the head.
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