Oooh.. three updates in three days! Is the universe going to implode now? -cringes-
Disclaimer: We don't own it… but if we did, it would be a lot more exciting!
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Part XVI
From: blondeballetrat(at)operapopulaire. com
To: castncrew(at)operapopulaire. com; prettyinpink(at)dechagny. net; bigbrotha(at)dechagny. net
Subject: Honey, We're Home!
Hey all,
Yay! I am finally back from that other wierd opera house in, like, something-bourg. Let me tell you, it was really really weird! You wouldnt beleive the reul—regel—rules they have there! Anyways, we just desided I wasn't, like, cut out 4 life there. Whatevs!
Luv,
Meg
P.S.: That Persian guy is back too.
"Cute and blonde since 1854!"
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From: prettyinpink(at)dechagny. net
To: castncrew(at)operapopulaire. com; bigbrotha(at)dechagny. net
Subject: Where is my Snuggle-bunny?
Has anyone seen Christine lately? I have been looking for her everywhere, but I don't know where she's gone, and it's very distressing! The monstrous bouquet I delivered to her chambers is starting to wilt, and she hasn't even seen it yet! How can I win her love back if I can't find her?
Please, someone, tell me where Chrissie is. The anxiety is ravaging my complexion!
Worried about the effects of stress on shininess of hair,
Raoul
"I feel pretty, oh so pretty!"
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From: duckducknoose(at)operapopulaire. com
To: undergroundlunatic(at)operapopulaire. com
Subject: Are you in hiding?
Well, after many trials and hardships (but a very good business in selling rugs!), I am back from my trip to Strasbourg. I have tried to seek you out, as I found a fascinating book which debates the merits of strangling vs. burning to death and I thought you might be interested in it; however, you seem to be nowhere to be found! My old friend, have you encountered a life-threatening danger which required you to abandon your dungeon? If so, I think we should look on the bright side—that old dump was so dank and gross!
Where are you now? Perhaps I can be of some assistance.
Your devoted friend,
Nadir
"There's a reason my name isn't 'Apex.'"
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From: welovepublicity(at)operapopulaire. com
To: castncrew(at)operapopulaire. com; prettyinpink(at)dechagny. net; bigbrotha(at)dechagny. net
Subject: Missing Soprano
Hello all Operalets,
We have just been informed that Mlle Daaé is missing! This is rather problematic, since she is to be singing in tonight's opera, Marriage of Figaro. If she is not found by supper, we'll have to ask La Carlotta to sing for her, and that'll be a disaster.. we mean, an honor! Really!
So yes, if any of you know the whereabouts of Mlle Daaé, please tell us!
Franticly,
Andie & Firmie
PS. On a happier note, the Opera Ghost hasn't been seen for the past couple of days. Maybe he's gone for good!
"I had a dream… such publicity! But it was a dream, and nothing more..."
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From: bigbrotha(at)dechagny. net
To: castncrew(at)operapopulaire. com; prettyinpink(at)dechagny. net
Subject: FW: Missing Soprano
I was taught to never miss a business opportunity, so:
I shall be taking bets as to Mlle Daaé's disappearance. If interested, please reply to this e-mail with your bet.
Yours,
Philippe, le Comte de Chagny
"Everybody loves a well-educated man!"
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From: prettyinpink(at)dechagny. net
To: bigbrotha(at)dechagny. net
Subject: RE: FW: Missing Soprano
Oooh! 350 francs says that she trying to think of a way to propose to me!
"I feel pretty, oh so pretty!"
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From: prettypirouettes(at)operapopulaire. com
To: bigbrotha(at)dechagny. net
Subject: RE: FW: Missing Soprano
My dearest Philippe,
Ohmigosh! I'm so proud of you… this is a brilliant idea!
Luv,
Sori
PS. Put me down for 50 francs on Christine running away to America to become one of those pop singer types.
"Coupé, coupe. jeté, jeté, assemblé!"
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From: duckducknoose(at)operapopulaire. com
To: bigbrotha(at)dechagny. net
Subject: RE: FW: Missing Soprano
20 francs on us finding her mangled carcass in Erik's torture chamber.
"There's a reason my name isn't 'Apex.'"
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From: blondeballetrat(at)operapopulaire. com
To: bigbrotha(at)dechagny. net
Subject: RE: FW: Missing Soprano
I bet 50 franks that Chrissie got a super leading roll sumwhere else and she is off training for it!
"Cute and blonde since 1854!"
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From: welovepublicity(at)operapopulaire. com
To: bigbrotha(at)dechagny. net
Subject: RE: FW: Missing Soprano
As fellow entrepreneurs, we must congratulate you on this smart scheme. We won't risk too much of our fortune, but we will offer 60 francs on Christine getting lost while visiting her father's grave… what a morbid girl, always going there to mope!
- Andre & Firmin
"I had a dream… such publicity! But it was a dream, and nothing more…"
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From: frozenexpression(at)operapopulaire. com
To: castncrew(at)operapopulaire. com; bigbrotha(at)dechagny. net; prettyinpink(at)dechagny. net
Subject: RE: FW: Missing Soprano
Hi all!
I'm so sorry to worry everyone! However, I'm back now, and whoever betted on me and Erik eloping wins the grand prize!
That's right, Erik and I are a lawfully wedded couple! We'll be going on our honeymoon tomorrow, and will be back in two months. So, gimme wedding presents tonight!
Luvies,
Mrs. Erik (sorry, I dunno your last name)
"…angel of music…"
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From: bigbrotha(at)dechagny. net
To: frozenexpression(at)operapopulaire. com; undergroundlunatic(at)operapopulaire. com
Subject: RE: RE: FW: Missing Soprano
Well, congratulations to you both!
I'm not good at buying presents, so I guess I can give you 16.21 percentof my total profits from everyone betting on Christine (since no one guessed right!). Isn't that generous of me? ;-)
-Philippe
"Everyone loves a well-educated man!"
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From: blondeballetrat(at)operapopulaire. com
To: frozenexpression(at)operapopulaire. com
Subject: RE: RE: FW: Missing Soprano
Omg. Christine, your such a ----- And a ----- And another ----- And a ------- Oh… your just a ----------!11! I h8 u 4ever! You new I luv him and he luves mee! But I bet you gave him a luv potion or sumthing!1
Anywai, don't b so happy. Erik's going to realyse tat he truelie luvs mee, and than you'll b sory.
-Anonymous
"Cute and blonde since 1854!"
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From: frozenexpression(at)operapopulaire. com
To: blondeballetrat(at)operapopulaire. com
Subject: RE: RE: RE: FW: Missing Soprano
Meg,
Just so you know, I recognize your e-mail address. But it's okay, I know you're just joking! Why...to think, you in love with my Erik?That's a good one:-)
- Chrissie
"…angel of music…"
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From: welovepublicity(at)operapopulaire. com
To: undergroundlunatic(at)operapopulaire. com
Subject: Congratulations
Dear Mr. Former Opera Ghost, sir,
Although this has been an… uh… unconventional marriage in many ways, we must nevertheless congratulate you on landing that cute soprano—we mean, on finding true love and happiness! We are sure you and the former Ms. Daae will be as strongly bonded as a covalent molecular structure, sharing the electrons of your love… -sigh-!
As you will now be combining assets with Christine and her high income, we are sure you won't find your "salary" necessary any longer. Don't worry, we will put the money to good use! Maybe you'll even get a cute little plaque in Box 5, or something.
Please extend our congratulations to Mrs… er, what is your last name?
- Andre and Firmin
"I had a dream… such publicity! But it was a dream, and nothing more…"
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From: prettyinpink(at)dechagny. net
To: frozenexpression(at)operapopulaire. com
Subject: Virus!
Darling Christine,
I believe you have picked up a computer virus again… did you click on any suspicious links? You must remember the talk we had after I fixed your computer for the tenth time. Anyway, the virus seems to be sending false emails from your address.
Don't become too distressed, but it seems to have sent an email announcing your elopement with that Phantom creature! I, of course, saw right through such an outlandish claim. Don't worry, I'll still come and fix your computer for you!
Luv,
Raoul
"I feel pretty, oh so pretty!"
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From: prettypirouettes(at)operapopulaire. com
To: frozenexpression(at)operapopulaire. com
Subject: RE: RE: FW: Missing Soprano!
Congratulations, Christine! I know you'll be happy as a married woman—I'm only disappointed that I wasn't at your wedding to catch the bouquet! It would have been a good hint to a certain someone, don't you think? Well, I'll find another way.
I hope you don't regret turning down a De Chagny man; of course, the O.G. must be awfully rich, and he must be freer with his money than these nobility types. Such penny-pinchers! They won't even buy a nice diamond ring…
Envious,
La Sorelli
"Coupé, coupe. jeté, jeté, assemblé!"
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From: undergrounglunatic(at)operapopulaire. com
To: frozenexpression(at)operapopulaire. com
Subject: Psst!
My dear,
Should we tell them now?
Yours,
Erik
"The Phantom of the Opera is there… inside your mind!"
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Authors' Note: Oooh… wonder what the big secret is? Only one way to find out: review!