Loves Labours (Read 10,622 times)

[André DiMera]

Chapter 6

DIMERA MANSION
ROLF: What are you doing here?
BART: Oh, come on, doc. You know what I'm doing here. You are the one who brought me back after all.
ROLF: I am aware zat I brought you back to life, a move which I am more and more beginning to question. What I mean iz, what are you doing here now. I thought zat André instructed you to go into hiding.
BART: He did. But then, I found out that he was in trouble...

SALEM COUNTY JAIL - FLASHBACK
Bart had been posing as a member of the Salem Police Department for a few months now. He was going by the name Officer Beck. He had been the one to arrest Ben Weston. He always made sure to wear his cap and sunglasses, so as not to arouse suspicion. After all, he wasn't technically supposed to be here. Bart had heard rumblings about André being arrested, but the whole of the Salem P.D. went into mourning when Bo had died, and because Bart was supposed to be an officer, he had to do what his superiors told him to do. One day, however, he snuck into the Salem County Jail under the guise of delivering food to the inmates. Eventually, he found André cell. André was sitting on the floor, meditating. Bart tapped the metal bars with his tray and slid the tray through. André got up and examined the contents of the package.
ANDRE: Is this it? This is the best you can do?
Though it was hard, Bart said nothing.
ANDRE: Oh, don't try to give me that tough guy act. You think this is my first time in prison?
Bart gazed at André through his sunglasses. If only he knew...
ANDRE: I don't even really belong in here, you know.
BART: Hey, pal, shut up.
Had he given himself away? No, it seemed he hadn't. But, he had angered André, which is never a good thing. André got up to the bars so that his face was inches from Bart's.
ANDRE: Excuse me? What did you just say?
The two glared at each other.
ANDRE: You do not speak to me like that. Do you have any idea who I am?
Now was the time. If he had any hopes of seeing tomorrow, Bart knew that he had to reveal himself.
BART: Actually, I do.
So, he took off his cap and sunglasses to reveal his true identity.
ANDRE: Bart?
Bart put a finger up to his mouth.
BART: Ssh. Don't say another word.
Bart got a little bit closer.
BART (whispering): Look, Mr. D., I'm sorry that I had to do that, but I didn't want these suits getting suspicious, you know what I mean? Anway, don't worry about a thing. Old Bart'll have you outta here in no time.
André grinned and patted Bart on the cheek.

DIMERA MANSION
BART: ...and after that, it was pretty easy. I mean, the Salem P.D. are no geniuses, so I just waited until evening one night and pretended I was on laundry duty. Mr. D got into the cart, I covered him with towels, and we snuck out the back. Nobody was any the wiser.
ROLF: You mean...he's here? André has returned?
ANDRE: Yes, he has.
Rolf jumped and turned to see André standing behind him.
ROLF: André...
ANDRE: Hello, Rolf. It's good to be back.
The three heard the sound of a doorbell.
BART: One sec.
ANDRE: Oh, don't worry. Harold will get it.
BART: Who?
ROLF: Harold. He is ze butler.
BART: Well, looks like things really have changed around here.

[heroicmuse]

I love this!!!! Bart's flashback was the best part. I laughed at him saying the Salem PD are no geniuses and that they all went into mourning for Bo so he could what he had to. Rolf saying he was regretting resurrecting Bart was a great line too.

Can't wait to see what happens next. Great chapter André DiMera!

[fluffysmom]

I really liked Bart's flashback. Bart is right about the Salem PD.

[Kpatch]

My favorite part was also the one where Bart said the Salem PD are no geniuses. How true is that!?!

[André DiMera]

Chapter 7

BRADY PUB
Hugh sat in one of the booths, drinking a cup of coffee. After a few minutes, Ernan walked in.
HUGH: Where've you been?
ERNAN: Well, I had to take Nollaig to school, didn't I?
HUGH: She could've taken the bus.
ERNAN: It's her first day. I still had to register her.
HUGH: Fair enough.
ERNAN: So, how did it go yesterday?
HUGH: Well, aside from getting a door slammed in my face, not well.
ERNAN: What the hell did you say to them?
HUGH: Only that I wanted to see the big man.
ERNAN: You bloomin' numbskull! Ye don't start off with that! And even if you did, there's a way to go about it!
HUGH: Well, why don't you do it, then?
ERNAN: Looks like I'll have to now, doesn't it?
HUGH: Look, Eirnin, I'm sorry, okay? But, give me a break. I'm still new at this.
ERNAN: Well, get used to it. You've got to learn quickly, boy. There's no room in this business for slow learners.

SALEM HIGH
Ciara and Claire were standing by their lockers, getting their things for their first class. They saw a young girl run by, carrying her books in her arms. The girl was about Ciara's age, with dirty blonde hair. It was unfortunate for the girl that she was going to exact opposite direction that Jade was. Jade nudged the girl into the wall, forcing her to drop her books.
JADE: Next time, watch where you're going, squirt.
Ciara and Claire walked over to the girl, who was dusting herself off. They helped pick up her books.
GIRL: Thanks.
The girl spoke with a light Irish accent.
CIARA: No problem. You okay?
GIRL: Yeah, I'm fine.
CLAIRE: That's Jade. She's like that with everyone.
GIRL: Seems like a piece of work.
CLAIRE: She is.
CIARA: Are you new here?
The girl nodded.
GIRL: My family just moved here from Ireland.
CLAIRE: Cool. I'm Claire. This is Ciara.
CIARA: Hey.
GIRL: Hi. I'm Noelle.
CLAIRE: So, what's your first class?
NOELLE: I've no idea. This is my first day, and I've only just come to America, and I have no idea where I am or what I'm doing.
CLAIRE: Kinda nervous, huh?
Noelle nodded.
CIARA: That's okay. We were both nervous our first day, too. We'll help you, though. You have a schedule, right?
NOELLE: I'm sure my schedule is in here somewhere.
Noelle looked through a small amount of papers, until she found the right one.
NOELLE: Found it.
She handed it to Ciara.
CIARA: Looks like your first class is Biology with Mr. Woods.
CLAIRE: Which is also our first class. We'll show you where it is.
NOELLE: Cool. Thanks.
CIARA: No problem. Welcome to Salem High.
Ciara and Claire led Noelle to their first class.

[heroicmuse]

Same Mr. Woods that Belle and Shawn had 20 years ago? This should be interesting either way.

I wonder what Hugh and Ernan are up to. Sounds like Claire and Ciara met Ernan's daughter.

Great chapter André DiMera!

[Kpatch]

Yay. Mr. Woods is still teaching!

[André DiMera]

Chapter 8

SALEM PLACE
Marlena and Jan were walking outside.
JAN: This is so weird!
MARLENA: What is?
JAN: This. This place is totally different to how I remember it.
MARLENA: It can be a bit of a shock, yes. That's why I only want you to go on short outings for the time being.
JAN: Makes sense.
MARLENA: So, this looks familiar?
JAN: I mean, kind of. It's way different than I remember. Java Café is completely different. All of the stores are so...updated.
MARLENA: It can be overwhelming.
JAN: A little, I guess. I mean, I'm fine. It'll just take a little getting used to.
Belle was also walking through Salem Place. She ha just come out of the Java Café and stopped when she saw Jan and Marlena.
BELLE (whispering): Oh my god!

DIMERA MANSION
Ernan walked up to the door and pounded on it. Harold opened it.
HAROLD: May I help you?
ERNAN: I'm here to see the big man.
HAROLD: I beg your pardon?
ERNAN: Your boss, you twit. I want to see him.
HAROLD: I am afraid he is very busy at the moment.
ERNAN: Well then he'll have to rearrange his schedule to fit me in right now, then, won't he?
HAROLD: I...
ERNAN: Look, are you gonna let me in, or am I gonna have to use that tea towel you're carrying as a noose?
André sat in the study of the Mansion, looking over Stefano's old chess board. He picked up a black pawn. Harold walked in and cleared his throat.
ANDRE: Yes?
HAROLD: Forgive my intrusion, sir, but you have a rather persistant guest. I am afraid it is the same one from earlier. I told him to leave, that you were very busy, but he insists on seeing you.
ANDRE: The board is set. All the players are in their place. Let the games begin.
HAROLD: Sir?
André looked up.
ANDRE: Send him in.
HAROLD: Right away, sir.
Moments later, Harold walked in with Ernan.
HAROLD: Here you are, sir. The gentleman refuses to give me his name, therefore I cannot introduce him.
ANDRE: Not a problem, Harold. You may go.
Harold bowed and walked out. André gestured to the board.
ANDRE: Take a seat.
ERNAN: I'm not much for games.
ANDRE: Pity. I haven't had a good excuse since my father died.
ERNAN: So, it's true, then? After all these years, the great Stefano DiMera is finally dead?
ANDRE: It appears that way, yes.
ERNAN: And who might you be?
ANDRE: I might be any number of people. As it happens, I am Stefano's son, heir to the DiMera Empire. And you?
ERNAN: Eirnin, leader of the Clan Ó Faoláin!
ANDRE: And what can I do for you?
ERNAN: Stay out of my way. I had dealings with your father once when he crossed into my territory. Do not make his mistake.
ANDRE: Oh, but I'm afraid it is you who has made the mistake.
André walked over so that he was merely inches from Ernan. He leaned over and whispered into Ernan's ear. When he was done, Ernan looked at him in shock.
ANDRE: So, as you can see, you're in my territory, now. Word of advice: tread very lightly.
André smirked. Ernan turned and walked away. André went back to his chess board, put the black pawn, which was still in his hand, back on the board, moved it forward and chuckled.
ANDRE: I have made the first move.

[heroicmuse]

Wow! You have captured Andre so well. This is the Andre I want to see, making diabolical plans and stepping up to fill Stefano's shoes, not the one on the show who is wasting time with small potatoes stuff. I am so curious about what he said to Ernan. I love how Andre said he might be any number of people. Great line!

So glad Salem Place still exists in your story too. I like seeing Marlena actually know what she's doing.

Great chapter André DiMera! Can't wait for the next one!

[Kpatch]

I can't wait to find out what Belle and Jan are going to say to each other. Marlena should have given her daughter a little advance warning.

[mae00]

The Belle/Jan confrontation should be interesting.

Wonder what Andre said to Ernan.

Great chapters Andre! Can't wait to see what happens next!

[André DiMera]

Chapter 9

SALEM PLACE
Belle did a double take, because she wasn't sure that she had actually seen what she thought she saw. But, she had. She walked into an alleyway nearby and dialed a number on her phone.
BELLE: Hey.
Pause.
BELLE: You would not believe what I have just seen!

J & D LAW OFFICE
At the law office that he shared with Andrew Donovan, Aiden was on the phone.
AIDEN: Yes, of course. I understand.
Pause.
AIDEN: Right. I'll have those papers to you by the end of the day.
Andrew walked in. Aiden mouthed “One sec”. Andrew nodded, and looked at a picture of Hope, Aiden, Chase and Ciara on Aiden's desk.
AIDEN: Okay. You too. Bye.
Aiden hung up the phone.
ANDREW: I take it our dear friend the D.A. is still as ruthless as ever?
Aiden nodded.
AIDEN: You know, Hope tells me that Justin used to be a nice guy before all this. But, honestly, I'm gonna have to take her word for it, because I'm just not seeing it.
ANDREW: Forward his calls to me next time. I'll deal with him.
AIDEN: Thanks.
ANDREW: On a slightly happier subject, I've got us a new client.
AIDEN: Excellent. Who?
ANDREW: Be right back.
Andrew walked out, and then walked in, with Hugh slightly behind him.

SALEM HIGH
It was nearing the end of the school day. Joey was putting his things back in his locker. Claire walked up.
CLAIRE: Hey, Joey.
JOEY: Hey. What's up?
CLAIRE: Not much. Getting ready for my last class.
JOEY: That's cool. Hey, how'd you do on Woods' bio test last week?
CLAIRE: A. You?
JOEY: C-.
CLAIRE: Well, you'll do better next time.
JOEY: Thanks. I would've gotten an A, but he killed me on those diagrams.
CLAIRE: Understandable. They were pretty tough.
JOEY: Yeah.
CLAIRE: So, you heard about the Last Blast coming up in a month, right?
JOEY: Totally! Who hasn't?
CLAIRE: I know, right? Anyway, Ciara and I are trying to get a group together. You know, we can all go as friends. And, we were wondering, do you wanna come with us?
Joey looked down at his shoes.
JOEY: Well...
CLAIRE: “Well” what?
Joey looked up.
JOEY: Look, Claire, I really appreciate the offer and stuff. But...I kinda already agreed to go with someone else.
CLAIRE: Oh.
JOEY: Yeah. Sorry.
CLAIRE: Hey, it's cool. No problem. So, who's the lucky girl?
Jade walked up just as the conversation was ending.
JADE: Who do you think?
She wrapped her arms around Joey and kissed him on the cheek.

[Kpatch]

Ew. Joey and Jade here too? I trust he will smarten up very soon and choose Claire.

I love it that Andrew and Aiden are law partners.

I am thinking Belle is calling Shawn or Chloe.

Great chapter!

[heroicmuse]

I'm glad that Jade won't be accepted as the perfect girl by the rest of the group. I think they're all going to band together to save Joey. And maybe if he paid more attention in Mr. Woods' class and less to Jade he would do better.

Very curious as to who Belle is calling and what's going to happen at Aiden's law firm. LOL at his comment about Justin.

Great chapter André DiMera!

[mae00]

Ugh! I am NOT a fan of Joey & Jade. that girl needs a good knock back into reality. Hopefully the group will give that to her.

So Hugh is going to meet with Aiden who is Hope's husband, but they are planning something that has to do with the Brady's.....this ordeal could go really good....or really really bad. That Brady clan is crazy!! LOL