13998/The Count of Monte Cristo: A Scaled Response

The Count of Monte Cristo: A Scaled Response
Date of Scene:	29 January 2023
Location:	Shaw Studios - Beach Retreat
Synopsis:	Thomas comes by the Shaw Studios Beach Retreat to pick Megan up from vocal training for her movie role. There they run into several key figures of the movie's production process. And it turns out at least one of them is a (TV) Catman fan.
Cast of Characters:	Michael Hannigan, Megan Gwynn, Thomas Blake
Tinyplot:	The Count of Monte Cristo
Tinyplot2:	Theme_of_the_Crime

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Michael Hannigan has posed:
With the casting and costumes taken care of by the ones pulling the strings in the background, the production of The Count of Monte Cristo is well underway. But just because filming has started doesn't mean one can slack off with the training.

Shaw Studios, having a stake in the film, has been gracious enough to accommodate for one aspect. One of their studios has been booked, JUST for this and some of the less local vocal coaches are enjoying the retreat's accommodations as well. As time for the latest schedule session nears an end, the door to the studio opens up, allowing for a rather voluptuous blonde woman to step out.

"If you work on the items pointed out, I dare say you will be ready by the time that scene comes up for filming." The woman states, looking to the visibly younger woman inside the room, "And if not, we'll definitely have you ready for any re-recordings needed. But remember to take care of that voice." The woman bats an eye, "Until next session, dearie." Farewell given, the vocal coach makes her way up to the main entry way area where a table of refreshments has been placed out to get herself a bottle of water.

Megan Gwynn has posed:
Megan Gwynn has been working pretty hard on her vocal parts, and trying to take care of her voice with lots of honey lemon water. But it's hard work and this had better pay off! But on the other hand, showbiz is Soo sweet, and her best chance at stardom! She grins and winks at her tutor, nodding.

"Sure thing Ma'am, don't worry, I got this covered. Next time I'll be better!" she's still full of energy, blame those refreshments. Ahh, refreshments. She follows her to the main entrance, eyeing those sweets. Mmm, after all the work she's done she deserves this. Hopefully Thomas will swing by soon so he can enjoy some too!

Thomas Blake has posed:
Thomas Blake does swing by. There was no mistaking the sound of his bike. Bike because, if she doesn't want to ride she can fly alongside. If she does want to ride she'll wrap herself around him in that nice way she has. He has her own helmet (pink of course) and a small leather jacket to stay warm. She does fly at hundreds of miler per hour with no problem but he isn't sure if that immunity extends when she's sitting on a bike. He looks around and spotting the elven one sweeps her off her feet for a kiss. "Where've you been you scamp?" He head nuzzles her cheek.

Michael Hannigan has posed:
As Thomas comes in to the building to greet Megan, the vocal coach drifts over to the other side of the refreshment to give them some privacy. There is the distinct sound of the seal cracking as she opens the full bottle. As she sips a trio of men walk into the area. Two of them dark haired and wearing suits of high quality. The other, a blond man by the name of Wade. He is not wearing a suit, but the shirt and jeans are definitely high end.

The tallest of the suited men looks over to the teacher, giving a smile. "Ah, Signorina Bianchi. Come stata la lezione?"

The woman pauses in her drink and smiles brilliantly at the man, "E una giovane donna promettente." She strolls over, maintaining eye contact. "Non dirglielo. Deve continuare a lavorarci."

The man chuckles, glancing briefly to Pixie before looking over to the other two men. The other suited man is smiling while Wade appears in the dark. But the owner of the studio glances over to Pixie and who she is with and smiles, waving them over. The tall man clears his throat, "Signoria, I assume you have met Signor Romano and Shaw?"

Megan Gwynn has posed:
Megan Gwynn arches for a sugary donut - as if she's not already on a sugar high -and chomps into it before Thomas makes an appearance, causing her to giggle and twirl around on her heel, leaping happily into his arms to give him a hug and quick kiss - hey people are watching Afterall.

"Hiiii you made it! Yay! How you been? Guess all the vocal training has kept me crazy busy. I missed you.." she sighs a bit, still clutching to him as she peers over his shoulder at the fancy dressed people speaking in..Italian? Are they talking about her?

"Umm.." she blinks, "Hii, yeah I met Mister Shaw before briefly." she lets go of Thomas reluctantly, nodding to Romano. "Err hiii I'm Megan. And this is Thomas." she nods to her boyfriend, wondering if they might mistake him for another actor. Or something.

Thomas Blake has posed:
Thomas Blake notes the inflection in her voice. Well he better be her boyfriend. Anybody else grabs her like that is going to get hurt. He grabs a napkin and wipes the icing of her donut off his cheek, fastidious cat that he is and smiles at the introductions. "I made it!" He retains an arm around her slim waist until she asks different.

Michael Hannigan has posed:
As Thomas and Megan make their way over to the circle of discussion. Wade gives Megan a reassuring smile, just in case the relatively green actress though she was in trouble or something. "Mr DeRossi, Mr. Romano, Miss Bianchi, I'm certain you already know of Miss Gwynn as she's been cast to play Luisa Vampa, the smuggler captain. But in case you have not met him before allow me to introduce you to Mr. Thomas Blake. He has acted as producer and acted in-"

"Eux du Crime-" Mr. Romano interrupts, pausing for a moment. "Ah. Theme of the Crime." He offers a hand over to Thomas, somewhat eagerly. "I love your Catman. That scene where you threw the henchman over the roof was- Very energizing."

Mr. DeRossi gives a large grin, "I'm not sure if you are aware of this, Mr. Blake but your show did help the production with casting a few roles for the film. The musical episodes, in particular the revenge song from the hall of hats-" He nods, "It's a shame the writing deteriorated so much in the second half of the second season."

Megan Gwynn has posed:
Megan Gwynn leans in against Thomas as she listens to the important big wigs make introductions. When one of them mentions crime, she stiffens a bit..Before remembering Thomas was also involved in Wade studios himself. "Ooh that's right, isn't it? he's a pretty badass actor too, isn't he?" of course she's seen a lot of his shows and never knew him when he was a real criminal.

"Oh yeah, he's super talented, isn't he? Catman is the best!" she giggles and blushes a bit. As for herself, Megan nods, frowning a bit at that last bit. "Deteriorated? How do you mean? Was Catman really a big star around these parts then?" moreso than she realized?

Thomas Blake has posed:
Thomas Blake returns the handshake. "That was actually Puffin, played by my friend Rich. He did his own stunts. He was a very good sport, though they had an airbag, I'm told."

Thomas gives Megan a kiss and says, "Third season blew. Fourth was going to be worse. It's on hiatus. The producer is rewriting it." He leans in a little closer and says softly, "Riight, when I was a criminal. I can give you tips. I had a gang."

Michael Hannigan has posed:
Mr. DeRossi looks over to Gwynn, "Oh the writing between the first half of the season and the last half were like night and day. It started off, dark with some humerous elements scattered here and there. But the second half seemed more like..." He pauses, searching for wording "Like the writing staff was fired and replaced with an intern who flunked basic storytelling. Signore Blake had the right idea leaving and taking Signore Drago with him when he did."

Wade watches as the two taller men seem to gush over Thomas and turns his head to look over to Megan. "Miss Gwynn," Wade starts, "How are you enjoying the production process so far? I understand this is your first. Did the costume fittings turn out well for you? I saw the concept designs and they seemed..." He pauses, "revealing."

Mr. Romano laughs, "Un homme si prudent. Le capita-" He pauses, shaking his head "The captain is a proud, strong sort. She would not fear such things but embrace them to throw off her enemies. While they look, she will CUT."

Megan Gwynn has posed:
Megan Gwynn sighs a bit, "I suppose, it's always hard to keep up expectations after the first or second season right? because things tend to drag and ongoing gags get old. Kinda sad really.." she peers at Thomas as he mentions criminals and gangs and smiles, "Oooh, so harass! tell me more!" she replies equally softly, for his ears only.

She nods to DeRossi. "Yeah, that's too bad.." mention of her own production and costume fitting has her blushing a bit, "Umm yeah, maybe a bit, but..These are just prototypes right? the6 haven't been finalized yet? Oooh can I show Thomas my costume?"

Thomas Blake has posed:
Thomas Blake nods sagely. "Good idea." The arm around tugs a little tighter. "Does it show off her abs? She worked hard for those. She's not just a pretty face and cute wings you know."

Michael Hannigan has posed:
Wade considers the question. "I'm not sure they'd let you take the costume with you or keep photos just yet. But, perhaps during the final fitting you could bring him along so he can see for himself?" He glances over to the others to which he's rewarded with a set of shrugs. With no objections, he looks back to Megan, "If that works for you...I'll make some calls."

"There room for adjustment depending on how it looks." Mr. Romano comments, "I'm certain they had to do something to correct for the height difference between Monsieur Drago and Mademoiselle Olivie. But the pairing of those voices will make it worth it."

"Also her first film." Wade offers to Megan, "Just in case you'd like to chat with her about the process."

"Speaking of Drago, where is he? Shouldn't he be here today?" Queries Miss Bianchi, breaking her observant silence.