The Feinting Doll

by THX 0477

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A dance, when widely considered a desirable social event, is a wonderful thing. Any eligible lady or gentleman wishing to see or be seen is presented with a golden opportunity. Alternately, the expectable concentration of society’s elite presents other possibilities as well.

Thus, with much surprise, Horrace, faithful butler to de Grave opened his master’s front door to an ashen faced young lady with the most startling red hair. She made as if to speak, but still more color drained from her soft cheeks. To the left, to the right, and gently forward she fell.

Arms sturdy from a lifetime of work caught the young woman and transported her to the setee as if she were a doll. A delicate dress, fancifully curled hair, and an unmistakeable sheen to the eyes all combined to highlight her doll-like appearance. So sweet, so innocent, yet so deceiving.

As Horrace rushed to the kitchen, Betty Hughley’s keen eyes took in the room. She grinned slyly and thought, “Now, where could he have hidden it?“

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  1. The Feinting Doll

    PyroPunk 51 (PPP LoA)'s Buddy Icon PyroPunk 51 (PPP LoA)

    Posted 3 months ago

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    Nice pun in the title!

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    Ana Cristina's Buddy Icon Ana Cristina

    Posted 3 months ago

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    I agree with Pyro, that’s a great title.
    Now what would Betty want inside de Grave’s house? Nothing good, I’m sure.

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    Ana Cristina's Buddy Icon Ana Cristina

    Posted 3 months ago

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    You’ve got sequel!
    (By the way, I have no idea where you plan on going with the Betty/de Grave plot-line, so I’m just going to sit back and watch you have fun with it. I’m having fun just trying to figure out what she could be looking for!)

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    Dreamer's Buddy Icon Dreamer

    Posted 3 months ago

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    Yes, great title. I’m exceedingly curious… what is Betty up to now…

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    thebetweenspace's Buddy Icon thebetweenspace

    Posted 3 months ago

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    Yeah, the Betty/de Grave element is quite the mystery. I’m looking forward to watching it unravel.

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    NightMaiden's Buddy Icon NightMaiden

    Posted 3 months ago

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    This is certainly interesting…onto the sequel!

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