Prompt 8: It's the reunion special and everyone is back to answer questions and after watching the series everyone has someone to confront. But there are some roles that must be assigned. Pick which character gets to play: the peacemaker, the one who never lets anyone talk, the one who brings up everyone's dirty laundry, the one that is calm and pisses everyone off because of it, the reformed fighter that tries not to fight but has a hair trigger, the one that's always trying to fight, the one that pretends to be calm but is really emotional, the one that thinks they are better than everyone else, and the surprise guest. The minimum numbers of characters you can pick are five and you can pick any host.
Answer:
Kate: the peacemaker
Seth: never lets anyone talk
Santanico: dirty laundry
Richie: calm
Freddie: reformed fighter
(wife and daughter in crowd)
Narciso: thinks he's better than everyone else
Carlos: fighter
Scott: the one that pretends not to care but gets really emotional
Special Guest: ?
Host: Andy Cohen
[The first beat of a song bounds through the air as the first image of Earl and Freddie walking through the house appears. The next beat is Richie gazing at the woman in the pit of sand, as he stands far off to the side. Carlos walking toward Kyle Winthrop's truck, Richie opening up his sketchbook to an image of a dragon that fades into the RV that fades into Jacob and then into the storeowner covered in blood. There is Kate then from our point of view driving into the image of police setting up a barrier then to a hand lifting a knife with an eye upon it and then up to Seth Gecko looking in a mirror. The disembodied voice begins to take words as we see a police car on fire and steps taken on a blood ground. There is Richie gazing up at the sky as he holds a carcass then Kate lying in the pool with blood surrounding her. Freddie standing on a road with smoke behind him, a picture from a crime scene with an eye through a woman's hand then Freddie's determined face. Freddie's voice appears over the image of Seth and Richie walking "These bastards deal in blood" and Seth in a jail fight. Richie and Seth shooting after the bank robbery "death" Earl and Freddie sitting in a car "and misery." Richie with his arm around Kate and Seth behind as they flea the hotel, Seth with blood dripping from his mouth "So that's what they're gonna get." The image fades but as fast as a gun shot appears in bold white letters "The Real Vampires of Mexico" with a red background and yellow when the program can be seen on what network.]
Cohen: Chills. Literally I have chills.
[The camera refocuses on Andy Cohen sitting off to the left in what appears to be the comfiest one-seater on the planet with a short deck of cards in his hand. The lighting is dim and intimate with a sort of relaxed feel and though the focus is on him it's clear to see he is sitting on a stage.]
Cohen: The first thing I think we should point out is that you guys are not actually vampires.
[For the first time the camera extends outward to get a look at the stage. Closest to Andy is Kate and Seth sitting on the same couch, a yard away is Richie and Santanico Pandemonium with his arm around her, on the next couch is Freddie on one end and Narciso all the way on the other. On the last couch are Carlos and Scott and it is no secret that all the Culebras have an all-knowing kind of smirk at Andy's statement.]
Carlos: No, we are not vampires.
Narciso: [annoyed tone] I think Santanico and I would be better equipped to answer that question.
Santanico: [hissing] Don't you dare put us in the same sentence.
Cohen: [slightly nervous] Obviously there is some much deserved strain between the three of you but we will get to that later. Before we dive into everything can we have a quick view our two lovely ladies here? Santanico and Kate, why don't you stand up and show the audience your stunning outfits!
[Quick cut to Kate's face that is slightly abashed then to Santanico that appears to have been waiting for this opportunity all evening. They stand and the camera zooms in on Kate first who is wearing her hair up in a very pristine ballerina bun with heavy dark eye shadow that make her eyes striking while the rest of the makeup on her face is light and mostly nude. Her dress is floor length with the ghost of a slit and at the top a halter and sleeveless deep blue that cascades down into a flowing bottom that fades into white. There are dots of white within the blue that makes it look celestial and it is from the Elie Saab Spring/Summer 2015 collection. Santanico is wearing her hair down and flowing with her signature red lipstick and eyeliner. Her dress is floor length as well but it has a deep v-neck and the fabric is more see-through than not which covers all the important places but still forces the mind to wander. It is from the Alexandre Vauthier Fall 2014 collection and they both look stunning as they take their seats once more.]
Cohen: Absolutely fabulous, now Santanico I came here expecting you to blow me away—which you did not disappoint—but Kate. Wow. I never thought in a million years I'd see a simple girl from Bethel in Haute Couture.
Kate: [blushing, glancing at Seth] What can I say. I guess Seth rubbed off on me.
[The audience releases a chorus of "ooohs"]
Seth: Grow up! It's not like that. I look at Kate like my little sister. You didn't see but I gave her an ultimatum while we were on the road. I told her if she wants to ride with me she cannot dress like Little House on the Prairie.
Cohen: Richie, I bet you didn't have to say anything to Santanico.
Richie: [the calm that is visible in him is so severe it's as if all sound stops once the camera is on him] Not at all.
[The camera cuts to each person on the stage and then to the audience who all appear to be waiting for a little more information but Richie says nothing else.]
Cohen: Alright, I know everyone is dying to hear about what happened after the screen turned to black but before we get into that [Cohen points toward Carlos with his card.] I doubt I'm the only one that's surprised to see you alive! [Camera cuts to Narciso then to Santanico.] Where the season last left off it seemed pretty clear you would not be joining us but you proved us wrong. Without revealing too much, how did you make it out alive?
Carlos: [A happy grin appears on his face that is borderline smug as he wraps his arm around Scott's shoulders.] It's all thanks to Mi Hijo here. He walked in and guided me out as if I were simply sleepwalking.
[The camera zooms to Kate who's face has become red as her eyes narrow slightly on Scott but then zips back to Scott who has a face of calm though his eyes are squinted in frustration.]
Cohen: [Enthusiastically.] Whoa, Scott. How did that happen?
Scott: [Smug with a false sense of humility.] Oh, it wasn't a big deal but I will promise you'll see all about it in the next season. It's kind of going to be a big deal.
Cohen: And, of course, you can't give us a hint?
Scott: [Taking a deep breath as he gazes away before returning his sight to Cohen.] Let's just say it explains exactly why I was never really apart of the "Fuller" family.
Kate: [Scoffs.]
Cohen: Whoa, whoa, whoa. [The camera zips between Kate who is glaring at Scott and Scott who is gazing away.] I can see there is a lot of unresolved tension on the stage.
Kate: It's not just tension, Andy. He killed our father.
Scott: [Eyes turning yellow as he angrily lunges forward without leaving his seat.] I didn't kill him! You did!
[A heavy body of security guards is made visible though it is clear they have been there the whole time.]
Kate: I had to! You made him into a monster, how could you expect our father to live like that?
Scott: Oh, like it's so bad. Living forever, being stronger, faster, smarter, and with a far clearer sight which is something he has never had. I'm not the monster, Kate, you ar-
Seth: [Interrupting angrily as he leans forward.] Stop right there, Scott. You're mad but she's not the person to take it all out on. Look right there at your little buddy, Carlos, and blame him for what happened here.
Carlos: [Amused.] Tsk, tsk, tsk, Seth. Do not try to turn him against me because it will not work.
Scott: [In the same tone as Seth as if Carlos had not spoken.] Or why don't I blame you? You're the one that brought us to the Twister and ruined our li-
Seth: [Waging his finger angrily as he shifts to place his arm on the couch top behind Katie's shoulders. There is a brief glance from Richie but his face remains stoic.] Again, that was all Carlos.
Cohen: Well, since we're on the subject. Seth, how did you let Carlos talk you into all this?
[Laugh from audience as smirks are exchanged between the members on the stage.]
Seth: [As if he's trying to gather his thoughts.] That…is not entirely true. He gave me an opportunity to get my brother out of that Evil Dead cabin and get myself out of jail and a whole hell of a lot richer. Things might have taken a few twists and turns but the way I see it I'm still the winner here.
[Female audience member shouts, "What about Richie?!"]
Seth: [Rolling his eyes.] What about Richie? He's right here, happy as can *bleep*ing be.
Cohen: That woman raises a good point. During the whole season, up until the last episode, your plan or "goal" was to get you and Richie to El Rey and obviously, things did not go according to plan.
Seth: [Shrugging.] Well, plans change.
Cohen: But aren't you the one that sai-
Seth: [Interrupts angrily.] I know what I said.
Kate: [Quiet yet strict voice.] Seth, please, calm down.
Cohen: [Slightly nervous laugh as he glances at the cards and shifts through them before bringing one to the top.] Let's get to Santanico and Richie. Last we saw of you, you both were heading back toward the United States. How are things going between you two?
Santanico: [Seductive smirk filling her features.] Wonderful. Things could not be any better. [Her hand lifted to rub at his cheek. The camera zooms to Kate who has that red faced angry look once more.] He is everything I thought he would be and more.
Cohen: And how do you feel, Richie?
Richie: [Nodding once.] Everything is wonderful.
[The camera cuts to each person on the stage and then to the audience who all appear to be waiting for a little more information but Richie says nothing else.]
Cohen: [Wide-eyed and unsure.] Okay…I suppose my next question is for Narciso. Will you and the Nine Lords be making an appearance in the next season?
Narciso: [Smirking as if he is God's gift to humanity.] You will find a lot of things go wrong for Los Hermanos Gecko in the next season and I can't say whether we have anything to do with it.
Santanico: [Eyes rolling as she scoffs.] We? You have no power, Narciso. Tu eres un niñero.
Narciso: [Hissing with yellow eyes.] It's better than a whore.
[Before anyone can stand the security guards are on stage as the crowd "boo's" at Narciso. Richie appears very calm still though his position has changed from relaxed with his arm around Santanico to on his feet with his eyes on Narciso. Seth standing as well but his fists are clenched while Carlos is also on his feet with his jaw clenched.]
Cohen: Alright, settle down guys. Please. Let's get back to the questions.
[Slowly everyone gets back into their seat and though the tension remains the guards step back and things are vaguely back to their calm.]
Cohen: Why don't we bring this to a brighter note? Freddie! We haven't heard much from you yet. It seems you're the only one here that ended the season on a good note. Did you make it back in time for Billie's baptism?
Freddie: [Smiling sheepishly.] No, I didn't make it on time.
Cohen: [With the expression of shared pain.] I'm sure that didn't go over well.
Freddie: [He is sweet as he gazes beyond the camera with something that appears to be the closest to peace anyone on that stage has come to in years.] I didn't get into too much trouble. We had more important things to go over.
Cohen: [Following Freddie's gaze.] Your family is here, is that right? Why don't we all get a look at the beautiful Mrs. Gonzalez and your gorgeous darling, Billie, over there.
[The camera pans over to the crowd where Margaret holds Billie who is sleeping against her mother's bosom. Margaret has her hair up and is wearing light and classy makeup with long dangling earrings and a simple yet elegant black dress with fantastic black heels. Though she is shy she is still regal as she waves to everyone behind her in the audience while her eyes remain lovingly on Freddie. It's more than clear they are the only ones that share an honest and unbroken connection of true love from the show. The camera gazes to Santanico who's face is stoic for the first time yet there is hurt in her eyes, Kate has a more admiring though haunted expression that mirror's Scott's.]
Carlos: [With his face as stone as Santanico's he speaks while looking at nothing and no one before him.] Felicitaciones, Rinche, su familia es más bonita en persona que tus recuerdos.
Freddie: [Body obviously stiffening as he jerks his attention toward Carlos only two strides away.] Don't you dare talk about my family.
Kate: Guys, this isn't that serious.
Carlos: [With a false sense of arrogance he turns his attention to Freddie] I'm only paying you a compliment, Rinche.
Santanico: [Rolling her eyes.] Everyone knows your compliments must be repaid in blood.
Carlos: [Angrily, a second from being on his feet once more.] I learned from the best, now didn't I?
Santanico: I didn't teach you anything you didn't already know, you evil, greedy bastard.
Carlos: [On the edge of his seat.] If I were evil I would have killed El Rinche and his family years ago.
Seth: [Almost to himself.] This is getting out of hand.
Freddie: [To Carlos with clenched fists.] You are going to keep my family out of your mouth and you are going to stop calling me that or I'm going to have to do what I should have done back in Mexico.
Narciso: [As he looks at his hands.] Please, that would give us all a break.
Santanico: [Hissing.] As if you had to do anything hard in your miserable life.
Narciso: [Scoffs.] Like dancing on tables and doing what you were made to do was hard.
Santanico: You are a weak and miserable dog. El Rinche could kill you with his bear hands.
Freddie: [Snapping toward Santanico.] That is enough!
Cohen: [Motioning toward the security to make a heavy appearance once more.]Guys, guys!
Santanico: [Rolling her eyes and turning toward Richie so that her back is to Freddie.] As if you matter, Rinche. You or your wife and her fake *bleep*ing earrings.
Kate: Guys! Hey, don't you think that's enough?
Santanico: [Eyes narrowing on Kate.] You are the last one to be playing peacemaker. How big is your body count, Princesa? How many naughty dreams have you ha-
Seth: [Explosive.] Richie, control your *fuck*ing girlfriend or I'm going to have to.
Richie: [In a too calm manner.] Please. Leave Kate and Seth alone.
Scott: [With his own false appearance of calm.] Here comes the Kate Fuller defense squad.
Seth: [Angrily.] What the hell is that supposed to mean?
Kate: [Quietly.] Seth, please. Let me handle it. [Just as angrily.] What's that supposed to mean?!
Santanico: [Almost with a laugh.] You can't be that stupid. Poor, wounded Katelyn Ester Fuller always has an army of men willing to throw themselves at her feet. And what does Scott get? Carlos.
Carlos: [Standing to his feet.] You don't have a right to talk about me, Santanico!
Cohen: [Shouting to gain control over the situation before it escalades.] Before we get a little out of control! I have news that our special guest has just arrived. Everyone put your hands together for Vanessa Styles!
[The crowd immediately erupts into cheers as the camera zooms on Seth's speechless face while for the first time since they have arrived Richie has a facial expression—mild amusement. From around the crowd comes Vanessa with a queenly authority that forces everyone's attention on her. Her hair is in a tight bun on top of her head and her make up is clean and exuberant. Her dress is from the Yulia Yanina Spring/Summer 2014 collection and is strapless, rising over her chest in dark stones that fades into grey and then into white that fades into the long skirt seemingly made of feathers that follow the pattern of white to grey and then down to black.]
Cohen: [Standing to meet Vanessa and assist her onto the stage and to the seat beside Freddie that is empty. They exchange brief nods and warm smiles.] Vanessa! How are you?
Vanessa: I'm actually doing a lot better now. Thank you.
Cohen: That's wonderful to here. I hope no one takes it personal but you are my favorite person from the show. Sadly though we didn't see much of you. Will that change for season two?
Vanessa: [In a calm and purely informational tone she responds.] Actually, yeah. [There seems to be hurt in her eyes as she actively avoids looking away from Seth.] I play a [She sighs.] much bigger role this time 'round.
Cohen: [Frowning.] That doesn't seem sound too promising. I'm assuming you and Seth don't have a happy ending after all.
Santanico: The only one that can have a happy ending with that man is himself. [To Vanessa.] Don't worry about him, Hermosa, you can do a lot better than a slave.
Kate: [Almost in disbelief.] That is enough! You have Richie! Isn't that enough?
Vanessa: [Quietly, wounded, unattached.] And you have Seth. Don't you think you could cut the "sweet girl" act now?
Seth: [Angrily, leaning forward.] Now you know what happened between us has nothing to do with Kate. Alright. Her father's dead, her brother's a blood-sucking monster, I'm all she's got.
Santanico: [Scoffing.] Haven't we heard that before?
Scott: [Already on his feet having stood so slowly only Carlos noticed.] I've kept myself quiet this entire time, Seth, but it's time I've come clean. You are a cancer. You suck the life out of everyone around you and like a kid holding a butterfly you suffocate everything you love. You're the monster. Not us.
Kate: [Angrily.] How dare you say something like that, Scott! What would momma say?
Scott: [Stepping forward.] She was never my mother! She was only yours!
[Incoherent shouting begins with everyone on the stage stands. There is Kate who is shouting with Scott on opposite ends of the stage. Seth is in front of Kate, protecting her, as he shouts at Santanico who is also shouting with Narciso and Carlos who are also fighting with each other. Richie is standing between Seth and Santanico but he might as well be sitting down again. Security guards are all between each person to defuse the situation as Freddie storms off, pulling out his mic and everything, as he goes to his wife to escort them out. Vanessa is gathering to her feet and seemingly defending Santanico as she does so. Andy Cohen simply sits with his hand over his mouth as he watches the show unfold. His eyes are wide as he gazes at everything. Carlos and Scott are behind the stage with four guards escorting them away but Carlos is attempting to dodge them to get back into the middle of the thing, Richie is holding Seth three inches away as he screams in his face, guards are actively trying to keep Santanico and Narciso apart while Kate cries on the sofa and Vanessa continues shouting in her place. Andy takes in a deep breath as he tosses the cards he had held onto behind him and looks to the camera.]
Cohen: [Trying to speak over the noise.] Take a peak at the next season.