(Secret Santa) RP log - Bernadette and Billy
Bernadette: *a neatly wrapped package in her arms, complete with matching ribbons and bows, she made her way through the castle looking for its recipient, eventually peeking into the library* Sir Billy, are you here?
Billy: *with lack of customers lately, he's sleeping at his gambling table with his hat over his face until he hears his name* --aughawhat why I-I didn't cheat I di--oh...ah!! *he lifts his hat just enough to check if and who was calling him* ...?
Bernadette: *steps into the library quietly, the package held close to her chest* Oh, there you are. Ah, I'm sorry to interrupt your nap ..."
Billy: Nap? That.. that wasn't a nap, that was... *not quick enough to come up with a cover, he diverts the subject by standing up and readjusting his hat* Say, what's a pretty bambina like you doing looking for me? Have you come to hear more stories about Melville?
Bernadette: Um ... no. *shakes her head* Actually, I received your name for the Secret Santa gift exchange. And I've come to give you your present ... *holds out the rectangular shaped package towards him with a smile* Merry Christmas, Sir Billy. I hope you'll take a liking to it. I didn't know what else to get you. *sincerely hopes a book about various card games from all around the world would thrill him*
Billy: For me? *holds a hand over his heart - oh how sweet!* Golly, I had almost forgotten about the whole deal! It's-- *he gladly accepts the package, but surprised by the weight of it* --SO heavy, whoahay!! ... *he narrows his eyes and lightly shakes it, trying to hear some kind of clue to what could be inside* It must be something expensive, I bet...
Bernadette: *just smiles as she places both of her hands behind her back as she cocks her head to the side* Only one way to find out, right? After all, you could be standing around forever just trying to guess what it is.
Billy: You raise a good point! I know it's not a clock so far... it's something small... and rectangular... very rectangular, I can feel it! *he sets the gift on the table and is about to unwrap it, but stops momentarily to look at her again* --you wouldn't find it ungentlemanly if I opened it now, would you?
Bernadette: *laughs* No, of course not. It's after the holidays and it's past due that you had your present. Go on and open it now, if you want. I certainly don't mind.
Billy: Well, if the lady insists! *he starts unwrapping the gift, something he hasn't done in ages. The thrill of it makes him feel like he's uncovering hidden treasure... something else he hasn't done in years!* ....this is... *his eagerness slowed down, he finally takes the book and holds it up* .......? *seems to be holding it upside down*
Bernadette: *continues smiling as he peels away the wrapper to reveal the book but cocks her head a little and blinks when he didn't hold it the right way up* It's a book that introduces various card games as they are played all over the world. Knowing how much you enjoy playing cards, I thought you might be interested in learning games from other countries as well.
Billy: *blinks, and looks at the book again, flipping it the right way this time* ... Oh. O-oh!! Yes!! *looks at her excitedly again* Yes, I do!! With all these people showing up from all over the world, I have to learn how to be one step ahead of them! Bring their game to them, that's how the saying goes!! *doesn't have the heart to tell her that gambling isn't his true passion* Young lady, you may have very well saved my family's life! ...Financially!
Bernadette: *blinks again* Wha-? I have? Oh, Sir Billy. *looks concerned now* Do you need a more stable job?
Billy: Oh? Oh, no, no! I already have a job!! *proudly pounds his chest* I'm a treasure hunter! See my rope? *points at the gambling table* This is just... what I do... when... I'm on... *voice falters as he mumbles something, then suddenly offers a handshake* --ANYWAY!! Your gift was thoughtful, thank you from the bottom of my heart! Now go, be young!! ...Miss Egan! *only knows her name through her father*
Bernadette: *still quite taken aback by his energy and enthusiasm, she continues blinking, as if trying to keep up with him* Oh, um, I see. I think. *shakes his hand and smiles again* Um, of course. You too. You make it sound like you're too old to enjoy yourself.
Billy: Oh? *thought he was quite the opposite, but if she's anything like his child, she probably doesn't mean it without some conditions* Gahahaha, a long as it's responsible, right? Don't you worry, I didn't get this way by just being miserable all my life!!~
Bernadette: *smiles warmly* Indeed. And that is true. Somehow, my father managed to become Admiral despite ... not taking some things seriously enough. I think he'd actually chase pirates until he simply can't get out of a bed anymore.
Billy: *completely understands that drive* You're a good kid to him, for supporting him and following in his footsteps. ... Sometimes, we crazy old men just gotta do what we gotta do! Everyone has their calling!! *laughs loudly*
Bernadette: *sighs and shakes her head* I won't pretend to understand. *smiles again* But I suppose some people are just born adventurous. Speaking of which, I should get back that Queen's Knight of mine before he becomes bored enough to start coming up with adventures of his own.
Billy: *raises eyebrows* Ohh! Trouble in paradise? You know, you would never have to worry about Melville coming up with adventures of his own... *raises hands defensively* --just putting it out there!! But, it's been a delight!~ *tips his hat*
Bernadette: No, no trouble at all. *sighs again before her smile returns* Kyle and I are perfectly happy. And I'm sure Melville will be too, when he finds the young lady of his choice. *nods in acknowledgement* In any case, take care and I hope that there will be some games in that book that you'll enjoy. *smiles again and waves as she heads back into the hall*
Billy: *with lack of customers lately, he's sleeping at his gambling table with his hat over his face until he hears his name* --aughawhat why I-I didn't cheat I di--oh...ah!! *he lifts his hat just enough to check if and who was calling him* ...?
Bernadette: *steps into the library quietly, the package held close to her chest* Oh, there you are. Ah, I'm sorry to interrupt your nap ..."
Billy: Nap? That.. that wasn't a nap, that was... *not quick enough to come up with a cover, he diverts the subject by standing up and readjusting his hat* Say, what's a pretty bambina like you doing looking for me? Have you come to hear more stories about Melville?
Bernadette: Um ... no. *shakes her head* Actually, I received your name for the Secret Santa gift exchange. And I've come to give you your present ... *holds out the rectangular shaped package towards him with a smile* Merry Christmas, Sir Billy. I hope you'll take a liking to it. I didn't know what else to get you. *sincerely hopes a book about various card games from all around the world would thrill him*
Billy: For me? *holds a hand over his heart - oh how sweet!* Golly, I had almost forgotten about the whole deal! It's-- *he gladly accepts the package, but surprised by the weight of it* --SO heavy, whoahay!! ... *he narrows his eyes and lightly shakes it, trying to hear some kind of clue to what could be inside* It must be something expensive, I bet...
Bernadette: *just smiles as she places both of her hands behind her back as she cocks her head to the side* Only one way to find out, right? After all, you could be standing around forever just trying to guess what it is.
Billy: You raise a good point! I know it's not a clock so far... it's something small... and rectangular... very rectangular, I can feel it! *he sets the gift on the table and is about to unwrap it, but stops momentarily to look at her again* --you wouldn't find it ungentlemanly if I opened it now, would you?
Bernadette: *laughs* No, of course not. It's after the holidays and it's past due that you had your present. Go on and open it now, if you want. I certainly don't mind.
Billy: Well, if the lady insists! *he starts unwrapping the gift, something he hasn't done in ages. The thrill of it makes him feel like he's uncovering hidden treasure... something else he hasn't done in years!* ....this is... *his eagerness slowed down, he finally takes the book and holds it up* .......? *seems to be holding it upside down*
Bernadette: *continues smiling as he peels away the wrapper to reveal the book but cocks her head a little and blinks when he didn't hold it the right way up* It's a book that introduces various card games as they are played all over the world. Knowing how much you enjoy playing cards, I thought you might be interested in learning games from other countries as well.
Billy: *blinks, and looks at the book again, flipping it the right way this time* ... Oh. O-oh!! Yes!! *looks at her excitedly again* Yes, I do!! With all these people showing up from all over the world, I have to learn how to be one step ahead of them! Bring their game to them, that's how the saying goes!! *doesn't have the heart to tell her that gambling isn't his true passion* Young lady, you may have very well saved my family's life! ...Financially!
Bernadette: *blinks again* Wha-? I have? Oh, Sir Billy. *looks concerned now* Do you need a more stable job?
Billy: Oh? Oh, no, no! I already have a job!! *proudly pounds his chest* I'm a treasure hunter! See my rope? *points at the gambling table* This is just... what I do... when... I'm on... *voice falters as he mumbles something, then suddenly offers a handshake* --ANYWAY!! Your gift was thoughtful, thank you from the bottom of my heart! Now go, be young!! ...Miss Egan! *only knows her name through her father*
Bernadette: *still quite taken aback by his energy and enthusiasm, she continues blinking, as if trying to keep up with him* Oh, um, I see. I think. *shakes his hand and smiles again* Um, of course. You too. You make it sound like you're too old to enjoy yourself.
Billy: Oh? *thought he was quite the opposite, but if she's anything like his child, she probably doesn't mean it without some conditions* Gahahaha, a long as it's responsible, right? Don't you worry, I didn't get this way by just being miserable all my life!!~
Bernadette: *smiles warmly* Indeed. And that is true. Somehow, my father managed to become Admiral despite ... not taking some things seriously enough. I think he'd actually chase pirates until he simply can't get out of a bed anymore.
Billy: *completely understands that drive* You're a good kid to him, for supporting him and following in his footsteps. ... Sometimes, we crazy old men just gotta do what we gotta do! Everyone has their calling!! *laughs loudly*
Bernadette: *sighs and shakes her head* I won't pretend to understand. *smiles again* But I suppose some people are just born adventurous. Speaking of which, I should get back that Queen's Knight of mine before he becomes bored enough to start coming up with adventures of his own.
Billy: *raises eyebrows* Ohh! Trouble in paradise? You know, you would never have to worry about Melville coming up with adventures of his own... *raises hands defensively* --just putting it out there!! But, it's been a delight!~ *tips his hat*
Bernadette: No, no trouble at all. *sighs again before her smile returns* Kyle and I are perfectly happy. And I'm sure Melville will be too, when he finds the young lady of his choice. *nods in acknowledgement* In any case, take care and I hope that there will be some games in that book that you'll enjoy. *smiles again and waves as she heads back into the hall*