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Let Me Be Frank

Let me be Frank. I pulled up to the Stork Club in a bright Red Coupe Deville. I must admit I felt a bit of pride as I tossed the bell hop the keys. I said "Keep it close Kid!". As he sat behind the steering wheel, I admired the way that the chrome reflected the street lights. I walked towards the entrance and the bouncer motioned me to the front of the line. I smiled and pressed a twenty into his palm, he didn't crack a smile but he did open the front door for me. At the entry a pretty young thing took my hat and coat, her smile made up for the doorman's lack of exuberance. She handed me a ticket and I slipped a twenty down her ample cleavage, she didn't seem to mind. In fact she said "My name is Hana and I finish at One." I said "That's good to know doll face." There was a large mirror and as I adjusted my tie, I thought "this Havana white suit suits me just fine. I liked the texture of the fabric and somehow the whiteness made my baby blues pop! I walked up to the bar like I owned the place, I ordered "A Scotch on the Rocks." The bartender winked and said "Right away sir." A cigarette girl came by and I ordered some Camel's. She opened them for me and I peeled another twenty off my roll and said "Keep the change." By this time people where starting to take notice. A gorgeous dame sitting at the bar asked me "Are you going to buy me a drink?" I played it cool and said "Maybe" she looked surprised, I guess that wasn't the reaction she was expecting. She looked intrigued which was exactly what I was hoping for. I tapped my pack of camels on my forefinger and two cigarettes came out. I offered her one and she put it up to her luscious lips. I removed a gold plated lighter from my pocket and starred deeply into her eyes as I lit her cigarette. She starred right back and I thought "This couldn't be going any better." All of a sudden there was a big commotion at the front door. I looked up and the Bell Hop was pointing in my direction. There were two uniformed officers with him and they were heading in my direction. I could have ran but instead I reached for the dame and gave her a huge kiss on those luscious lips. I then turned and put another twenty on the bar and said "Give the lady a drink." A moment later my face was pressed on the same bar and handcuffs were tightly fastened to my wrists. I guess in the end I gave all these fancy folks somethin to jaw about. In the morning they will be reading all about me. A great story to tell the grand kids. ……….. beep beep beep…… alert… alert Flashing red light……beep beep…. “Darn it, it was just getting interesting.” I take off my Virtual Reality Goggles. “Damn that was fun Bob.” I felt like I was there. Bob looks at me and smiles. “Welcome to the future of gaming buddy. “ I responded “I really felt like I travelled back to 1936. It was cool to be in such a low tech world. I can’t wait for the next chapter.” The End.

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Date: 12/25/2023 5:01:00 AM
This is incredibly funny and intriguing ! You held me so much hooked to the story from the beginning till the end. Your narration is excellent and your sense of humor - impeccable. Until I read till the end, I never knew it was a virtual reality game. You are exceptionally good at story telling, dear Richard.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/25/2023 7:19:00 AM
Thanks for taking time to read this longer piece. I wrote it for a contest. It was fun to write it. I appreciate your lovely comment.
Date: 12/1/2023 3:04:00 AM
The mind just boggles, bout your Gaming in goggles.'
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/25/2023 7:17:00 AM
Thanks for giving it a read.
Date: 11/26/2023 6:26:00 PM
Phillip Marlowe, Sam Spade, and Richard - Sounds like a fun game. Nice story-telling Richard. :)
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/30/2023 5:40:00 PM
Thanks so much.
Date: 11/15/2023 9:36:00 AM
ADORE THIS!!! So good...
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/16/2023 6:59:00 PM
Much appreciated.
Date: 11/9/2023 8:57:00 PM
Love it... a game that was fun.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/11/2023 7:38:00 AM
Thanks Eve. Blessings Rick.
Date: 11/8/2023 10:42:00 PM
You, Bogart, and Maltese Falcons... So creative, Richard!... Just one caveat: I shall NOT let you 'be frank!!' You've got to stay Richard just like you are!! ~ OFD (Old Fuddy-Duddy)
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Joe Maverick
Date: 12/1/2023 3:07:00 AM
Well G W, if you carry on like this; i may be led astray..So to Say.' I would make flippant Remarks, and gather some narks, along the way.'
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/9/2023 6:20:00 AM
Hahaha Thanks my friend.
Date: 11/8/2023 12:44:00 PM
Very cool. Had no clue it was a virtual reality game! An A for creativity
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/9/2023 6:21:00 AM
Thanks Andrea. Hugs Rick.
Date: 11/7/2023 1:53:00 PM
Great storytelling Richard of which you excel. Just read the earlier comments and yes, I can see exactly what you mean with the Halo Deck (bit of a Trekkie!) and always fancied being able to take part. I can see Patrick Stewart saying these lines! Certainly a very engaging read as you have described the scene so well. We will have to wait for the next chapter now ;) Thank you for sharing. Blessings :)
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/7/2023 7:33:00 PM
My pleasure, thanks for reading and the kind comment.
Date: 11/6/2023 4:02:00 PM
what a fabulous story, Richard! I was engaged up until the very end. Totally surprised to learn this was 'virtual reality. You're a masterful storyteller. Enjoyed it! Have a great evening, Sara
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/7/2023 5:41:00 AM
It was a fun one to write. I’m glad that I could surprise you.
Date: 11/6/2023 3:23:00 PM
What brilliant storytelling, Richard. I was enthralled. Loved the lines about the suit making those baby blue eyes pop! I could just picture the whole thing. Great work. Thanks for passing by and praying for me. I needed that. Bless you
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/6/2023 3:33:00 PM
Blessings to you to Eileen. Hugs Rick.
Date: 11/6/2023 10:50:00 AM
lol that was an interesting story, your creativity flowed beautifully, those goggles can be quite addictive Richard, nice story looking forward to the sequel
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/6/2023 3:33:00 PM
As I wrote this I thought of the Holo Deck on Star Trek. Thanks for reading and commenting.
Date: 11/6/2023 10:24:00 AM
You had me hooked Richard great storytelling. My nephew had one of those last Christmas and the undersea one was amazing, I jumped back when a great white swam by. Hope you're keeping well. Tom
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/6/2023 3:31:00 PM
Yes I am well Tom. I’m glad you like my story.
Date: 11/6/2023 9:33:00 AM
Brilliant storytelling i loved reading this, the way you’ve told the story was so entertaining and intriguing, would leave any reader hooked till the end! The ending was amazing too! Always a profound read from you . Sending you light always
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/6/2023 9:41:00 AM
Much appreciated. I’m pleased you enjoyed my story.

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