TITLE: Thanksgiving
AUTHOR: Madame Hausfrau
RATING: PG-13
LEGAL: 'Witchblade' is the property of Top Cow and Warner Brothers
Productions
SUMMARY: Two months after 'Consectato', everyone regroups to reflect on
what really matters.
A/N: RL blazes along – Permit me to slowly plug away until done.
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"C'mon guys, you heard me, come clean..." Sara Pezzini waited patiently for an explanation while Mr. Johansen regarded his associate, Mr. Bellini with a slightly panicked look. Nearby, a thoroughly intrigued Vicki Po pretended to be calm, but hung onto the impending announcement, much like a high school cheerleader awaiting tryout results.
Sensing her healthy skepticism, Mr. Johansen smoothly paved Sara's confusion with a few flourishes from his expertly manicured hands. "Let me assure you Ms. Pezzini, your documents and those of Ms. Po are quite legitimate and so most official." Mr. Bellini blanched slightly at his associate's rare but occasional use of urban colloquialism.
"Okaaaay," Sara stated warily while thoughtfully nodding her head. "Would you please run this by us again."
"Certainly, Ms. Pezzini," Mr. Johansen responded. "In summary, you and Ms. Po are the recipients of an all exclusive two Day spa extravaganza courtesy of the Waldorf Astoria. In addition, you and Ms. Po will reside in choice accommodations located in the upper Waldorf Towers..."
"Serious? This isn't a huge practical joke?" Sara inquired. Mr. Johansen and Mr. Bellini simply shook their heads. "No...'Girls Behaving Badly' scenario? No Candid Camera gag?" Sara ventured. Both men simply shook their heads again. "You guys are pulling our chains right?" Sara was then decidedly quiet, warily digesting her information with blatant disbelief. Vicki, meanwhile, slowly closed her still gaping mouth, licking her suddenly parched lips with nervous anticipation.
"In a few moments," Mr. Bellini continued, " you and Ms. Po will be escorted to The Astoria by our executive VIP car. In addition, transportation will be available at your disposal 24 hrs a day. All meals will be personally prepared by any number of our exclusive 5 star culinary artists. If at any time you desire to stroll afoot, Paolo and Stefan will discreetly provide security escort.
"M-M- My car!..." Vicki stammered. "Ah, yes," Mr. Johansen stated, smiling sweetly as he swiftly obtained Vicki's keys and vehicle information. Looking up, he suddenly beckoned toward his newly arrived VIP drivers as they graced the store entranceway. The handsome, curly haired, well-dressed duo were simply lady- killers. Upon introductions, both women silently admired the twins' sparkling eyes, which were cast in Paul- Newman blue. Observant by nature and a die-hard movie- buff, Vicki immediately realized the striking resemblance to Chris Atkins, who played opposite Brooke Shields in 'The Blue Lagoon'. Sara, however discreetly moved back a step; half expecting their faces to implode due to their crater sized dimples. Introductions aside, the quartet slowly made for the store exit.
"But how?.....Why?.....What? ...When?....Where?....Who?" Sara stammered, verbally racking her brains for answers. "Who cares! Let's just DO this!" Vicki bubbled as she firmly steered an unbelieving Sara toward the store exit, complete with their towheaded, baggage laden help. Dragging her feet, Sara hazarded a final parting glance at the two business partners, raising questioning eyebrows yet again for affirmation; shyly smiling as they furiously nodded their heads in the affirmative – head banger style.
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"Ladies, please bundle up tight – it's quite cold outside." said Matthew, as he re-fastened his dark wool overcoat against the elements before sliding behind the wheel of the heated vehicle, expertly manning its console panel. "Ladies, please excuse my older brother. He's been a Mother Hen since day one!" said Martin, as he helped settle both women inside the sleek stretch limo. Smartly pulling into traffic, Matthew explained the rear compartment findings to Sara while Vicki struck up a conversation with his bubbly, dimple cheeked double. After several minutes, unbeknownst to Martin, Vicki was just about to reach out and touch a shiny lock of his hair when a voice of reason came within earshot:
"Easy Vic, he still rides a Big Wheel," Sara teasingly whispered before adding,"Remember, fifteen will get you twenty!"
Sarah smiled for the second time that evening as Vicki playfully feigned shock and plead her case, "Can a girl at least cop a tiny feel?" Crossing her arms, Sara responded with her legendary smirk. Bold & darkly dramatic, her left eyebrow shot up, heralding its patented gesture that screamed "'No!' " After a minute, Sara softened up and both women giggled as they traveled through the familiar streets of New York – enroute to the unknown.
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Back at the Ann Taylor flagship store, Mr. Fredric Johansen and Mr. Eduardo Bellini thanked Ms.Cassie Winthrop and her associate staff for their invaluable assistance. Upon leaving, Eduardo regarded his longtime business associate with a sigh, "Tough crowd tonight, eh?" "Dude", Fredrik smiled, "No doubt!"
-TBC
"C'mon guys, you heard me, come clean..." Sara Pezzini waited patiently for an explanation while Mr. Johansen regarded his associate, Mr. Bellini with a slightly panicked look. Nearby, a thoroughly intrigued Vicki Po pretended to be calm, but hung onto the impending announcement, much like a high school cheerleader awaiting tryout results.
Sensing her healthy skepticism, Mr. Johansen smoothly paved Sara's confusion with a few flourishes from his expertly manicured hands. "Let me assure you Ms. Pezzini, your documents and those of Ms. Po are quite legitimate and so most official." Mr. Bellini blanched slightly at his associate's rare but occasional use of urban colloquialism.
"Okaaaay," Sara stated warily while thoughtfully nodding her head. "Would you please run this by us again."
"Certainly, Ms. Pezzini," Mr. Johansen responded. "In summary, you and Ms. Po are the recipients of an all exclusive two Day spa extravaganza courtesy of the Waldorf Astoria. In addition, you and Ms. Po will reside in choice accommodations located in the upper Waldorf Towers..."
"Serious? This isn't a huge practical joke?" Sara inquired. Mr. Johansen and Mr. Bellini simply shook their heads. "No...'Girls Behaving Badly' scenario? No Candid Camera gag?" Sara ventured. Both men simply shook their heads again. "You guys are pulling our chains right?" Sara was then decidedly quiet, warily digesting her information with blatant disbelief. Vicki, meanwhile, slowly closed her still gaping mouth, licking her suddenly parched lips with nervous anticipation.
"In a few moments," Mr. Bellini continued, " you and Ms. Po will be escorted to The Astoria by our executive VIP car. In addition, transportation will be available at your disposal 24 hrs a day. All meals will be personally prepared by any number of our exclusive 5 star culinary artists. If at any time you desire to stroll afoot, Paolo and Stefan will discreetly provide security escort.
"M-M- My car!..." Vicki stammered. "Ah, yes," Mr. Johansen stated, smiling sweetly as he swiftly obtained Vicki's keys and vehicle information. Looking up, he suddenly beckoned toward his newly arrived VIP drivers as they graced the store entranceway. The handsome, curly haired, well-dressed duo were simply lady- killers. Upon introductions, both women silently admired the twins' sparkling eyes, which were cast in Paul- Newman blue. Observant by nature and a die-hard movie- buff, Vicki immediately realized the striking resemblance to Chris Atkins, who played opposite Brooke Shields in 'The Blue Lagoon'. Sara, however discreetly moved back a step; half expecting their faces to implode due to their crater sized dimples. Introductions aside, the quartet slowly made for the store exit.
"But how?.....Why?.....What? ...When?....Where?....Who?" Sara stammered, verbally racking her brains for answers. "Who cares! Let's just DO this!" Vicki bubbled as she firmly steered an unbelieving Sara toward the store exit, complete with their towheaded, baggage laden help. Dragging her feet, Sara hazarded a final parting glance at the two business partners, raising questioning eyebrows yet again for affirmation; shyly smiling as they furiously nodded their heads in the affirmative – head banger style.
**********
"Ladies, please bundle up tight – it's quite cold outside." said Matthew, as he re-fastened his dark wool overcoat against the elements before sliding behind the wheel of the heated vehicle, expertly manning its console panel. "Ladies, please excuse my older brother. He's been a Mother Hen since day one!" said Martin, as he helped settle both women inside the sleek stretch limo. Smartly pulling into traffic, Matthew explained the rear compartment findings to Sara while Vicki struck up a conversation with his bubbly, dimple cheeked double. After several minutes, unbeknownst to Martin, Vicki was just about to reach out and touch a shiny lock of his hair when a voice of reason came within earshot:
"Easy Vic, he still rides a Big Wheel," Sara teasingly whispered before adding,"Remember, fifteen will get you twenty!"
Sarah smiled for the second time that evening as Vicki playfully feigned shock and plead her case, "Can a girl at least cop a tiny feel?" Crossing her arms, Sara responded with her legendary smirk. Bold & darkly dramatic, her left eyebrow shot up, heralding its patented gesture that screamed "'No!' " After a minute, Sara softened up and both women giggled as they traveled through the familiar streets of New York – enroute to the unknown.
********************
Back at the Ann Taylor flagship store, Mr. Fredric Johansen and Mr. Eduardo Bellini thanked Ms.Cassie Winthrop and her associate staff for their invaluable assistance. Upon leaving, Eduardo regarded his longtime business associate with a sigh, "Tough crowd tonight, eh?" "Dude", Fredrik smiled, "No doubt!"
-TBC
