The Land of Grimney - The Illustrated Adventures of Cora Pearl, aged 12

Thanks Hosta! Wine all round.

*Philomena smiles.*

I'm happy to play the harp if everyone wants me to. Kalvos always loves it when I play for him. Kalvos is the father of my baby, Karina.

*She nods over to where Menippe is playing with the baby.*

We're not married, but then I am sure Sweeney's ma has told you that too. I have got a map, but you'd have to walk miles through the mire and you'd get your paws wet.

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Yes thank you Meadow spent my wages already!

I would love to hear you play the harp, Philomena - lovely

I could take you on my dragon Dave, That's Barbie as SMacca has stolen Volgin......and she's stolen his name too. Thought it was a pathetic name She calls him Majestic now!

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*He blows smoke rings and waves a paw at SMacca*.

Hello love. Nice to meet you. Ma says hello too.

*He looks at Hosta*.

What a lot of young woman. Ma will be quite at home, she'll set up a knitting class and tea mornings. Ma likes tea.

*He yawns and gazes at Philomena*.

Walking? I'm not one for walking. Thank you Meadow, ta very much. About midday best, as I tend to sleep all night and all morning.

*He puts out his cigar*.

I'm so tired, I've been awake for more than twenty minutes. I need my rest. Someone give me a lap to sit on? Philomena? I'm your cat now after all.

*He grins*.

I need my sleep. Ma will stay up and chat though.

Or I could take you in Sir Robert Pearl's carriage, although we would have to be escorted by Elios and Dravenore... they insist on guarding me at all times.

*Philomena sits at her harp and picks up Dave. He settles on her lap.*

I'll play soothing music while you snooze.

*She begins to play enchantingly beautiful harp music.*

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*Hosta sighs.*

Oh what beautiful music.

Oh yes....

*He begins to fall asleep*.

This is jolly lovely.

We insist because we wish to keep you safe.

*He bows to Philomena*

Your safety is important, my Lady Princess. If you do not object I shall sit and watch you play, it seems like a age since you have sat at your harp.

Yes, what a lovely tune Philomena it's very CATchy

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*SMacca can't help but tap her feet and start to groove to the beautiful music*

I wonder if your Ma, Dave wants a slow dance with me after her cup of tea