Elwood Blues - The Blues Brothers

[ricochet_blues]

A man in his mid-twenties enters the hall, briefcase in hand, confused expression somewhat masked by a pair of sunglasses. Where the hell did the rest of the band go? He'll have to think about this. He's glad, at least, that he's got his briefcase and harmonica, and that there doesn't appear to be a force of cops waiting for him

Comments

[totallyluminous]

Suspiciously, 'So what have you done that you weren't supposed to?'

[ricochet_blues]

Just, ah, some things here and there. Lifting a few things here and there--just stuff we needed, you know, some cans from works and some things for the car.

The cops don't much like the way I drive, either.

[totallyluminous]

'Stealing,' Mel says, somewhat sadly. And then, because it's kinda a sore point for the girl who died from being hit by a car, 'You haven't killed anyone with the driving, have you?'

[ricochet_blues]

He doesn't like the way that the girl speaks of stealing; reminds him too much of the Penguin, and he feels a flash of guilt. Then he shakes his head in response to her question, indignant. "Never come close. The way I see it, people should be able to drive the way they want, as long as they don't get anyone else into trouble." A pause as he considers. "I guess there've been some cops who've gotten themseleves into trouble chasing us, but I didn't hit 'em, and I didn't ask them to follow me." He shrugs.

[carri3_whit3]

*perks up*

You're a musician? D'you know 'Nobody's Fault But Mine' by any chance? Y'know, Dave Mason?

[ricochet_blues]

Sorry, Ma'am, but I can't say I've played it. We could learn it some time, if you'd like.

[carri3_whit3]

Oh, I'd like that! I use'ta like t'sing that one. I'm Carrie, by the way. Is it okay if I vote you for Hufflepuff? That's where I am, an' I think you'd probly like it there too.

[ricochet_blues]

Well, hello, Miss Carrie. And I'll see what I can do about the song.

That'd be all right with me. I mean, I don't really know what it is, exactly, but figure you know what you're talking about.

[ian_ma1co1m]

Good evening, sir. I must say, I've never known a musician who had much use for a briefcase. What've you got in there?

[ricochet_blues]

Don't know why they wouldn't. A briefcase can be useful to carry any number of objects that might come in handy and, besides, adds a bit of theatricality. I keep my harp in the case. Got some glue, as well.

[ian_ma1co1m]

Ahh, theatricality. *grins* I'm sure I wouldn't know anything about that...

So about that aerosol can. What's it for, and how'd it get empty, pray tell?

[ricochet_blues]

Sounds like you might know. Mind if I ask where your interests in it stand?

Depends on which can. Had a number of 'em and, well... *looks around, searching for cops* Used most in the tires, a few for general explosions. We needed to do it, you know, to get away. *grins slightly* It's always worth the time taken to be well prepared.

[battlefranky36]

"Oi, you're a musician? What do yo play?"

[ricochet_blues]

"Blues harmonica. I sing backup, too."

[battlefranky36]

"Ah. Myself, I play the guitar. I think that it's about time that more musicians came to Hogwarts."

[ricochet_blues]

"I know some good guys who play guitar," he nods. "Never could pick it up, myself, but... Hogwarts?"

[anthony_crowley]

Crowley, wearing his usual black designer suit, white shirt, black tie, and sunglasses, raises an eyebrow at the applicant.

"Nice threads."

[ricochet_blues]

Elwood nods in the man's direction, finding some comfort--however irrational--in the familiar dress.

"Same to you, Sir."

[anthony_crowley]

He isn't picking up a supernatural vibe from Elwood, but Crowley tries to make sure.

"I can appreciate a man with style. Is that your usual look?"

[ricochet_blues]

"It is, yep." He and Jake had, in fact, worn such suits since childhood.

As with everything else here, Elwood isn't certain of what to make of this man.