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Scene Summary: The Ginevra Files: Paris

The Ginevra Files: Paris is a scene from the Paris Chronicle primarily featuring Ginevra Bianchi, with minor appearances by Alessandra di Napoli, Antoinette d'Exupery, Giuseppe Valletti, Jean Claude Danut, Lali, Lawrence Wilson, Manolo d'Artagnan, Pieter Van Reise, Simon DuBois, Veronique DuBray, Vitus, and Walter Pêcheur. It depicts Ginevra's increasingly desperate search for her missing domitor Maeve Glaistig, who has vanished.

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The Ginevra Files: Paris Script Summary

A colorful polka-dot file cabinet holds Ginevra's important files. The fifth and largest bottom drawer is labeled PARIS and contains all documentation related to her search.

ENTRY ONE: A photocopy of a letter from Ginevra to Jacque Beaumont.

GINEVRA: Dear Msr. Beaumont,

Events in Paris have become somewhat overwhelming, so while I would normally never contact you this way, I find myself in need of your advice. I hope it is not too much of an imposition.

Put quite simply, my employer seems to have vanished, and no one has any idea where she is. I have been unable to find her through conventional means or by speaking to the other workers in the city. It's as if she just vanished, right off the face of the earth. She's been gone for weeks now and I am starting, quite frankly, to panic.

I'm sure you have a great deal to do yourself, since you were forced to leave the city so quickly, but any help you could provide, even just a little advice, would be greatly appreciated.

Yours, Ginevra Bianchi.

ENTRY TWO: A photocopy of a letter from Ginevra to Antoinette d'Exupery.

GINEVRA: To Madame D'Exupery:

I hope this letter finds you well. I write in service of my employer, Ms. Maeve Glaistig of the House of Sage, in the hopes of gaining additional insight into providing for her needs.

Ms. Glaistig has elected to conduct some business out of the eye of the general public, and while this is not out of the ordinary, I am hoping to anticipate her return in order to best serve her requirements at that time. Since she cannot be contacted via normal avenues at this time, I turn to you in the hopes that she has confided additional contact information to you or to your employer.

As always, I hope that your nights run smoothly, and that the office of Harpy weighs on your employers with all due respect and enjoyment.

Ginevra Bianchi, on behalf of Maeve Glaistig, of the House of Sage.

ENTRY THREE: A series of notes by Ginevra on pink notebook paper, surrounded by doodles.

GINEVRA: Elysium, November 14.

Madame D'Expury: She had received my note but did not respond as she said she had no further information. She expressed interest in what Maeve might be doing, probably on the Harpy's behalf.

Walter Pecheur: Had not noticed that Maeve was not at court lately, but promised to help if possible. Did not seem hopeful about the offer.

Veronique DuBray: Chatted for a little while (she is acquainted with Msr. Beaumont from some time ago). Suggested patience and not to worry - they sometimes just disappear and it's usually harmless.

Ms. Marie: Claimed that she might have heard something, but got evasive and vague when pressed for details. She works for the Lesser Harpy, and might just have been trying to see what I already knew. In the end, suggested I was "out of my depth" and left to talk to someone else. I don't think she actually knows anything?

Manolo D'Artagnan: Expressed unfounded and frankly insulting opinion that Maeve must have run off with the local Brujah Primogen. He suggested she would "turn up" when she "got bored".

Lali: Claimed she saw Maeve in a dream, and she was being devoured by someone named Villon. Did not seem especially coherent overall. Dreams don't count.

Simon DuBois: Noted that the Primogen was also wondering where she went, so they're just as clueless as we are. He suggested I get in touch with the Nosferatu ghouls... but didn't know how to find them.

Vitus: Said she wasn't at court and he'd know if she were, but vague on the details of how. Seemed to think she might have gone back to Milan for some reason, but she wouldn't have just left me here like that. He was very confused and I left him alone after a while - he looked like something bad might have happened to him in the recent past. Poor guy.

ENTRY FOUR: A photocopy of a letter from Ginevra to Evelyn Summerfield.

GINEVRA: Dear Evelyn,

I hope this letter finds you well. We haven't spoken since everything happened in Chicago, and I sincerely hope you were able to move somewhere safe sooner rather than later.

I would say that Maeve sends her regards to everyone... except I can't, because honestly, I can't find her. She seems to have totally vanished, and I have no idea where or why. I thought, since she was so close with you and Mr. Kross in Chicago, maybe you would know something I don't about where she might have gone, or what might have happened to her?

Even if you don't, I still hope you're all right and that everything is going well. Regardless of anything else, we should catch up - it's been a while and I would love to hear from you!

Fondest wishes, Ginevra Bianchi.

ENTRY FIVE: A photocopy of a letter from Ginevra to Lawrence Wilson.

GINEVRA: Dear Mr. Williams,

I apologize for contacting you out of the blue like this, but I'm hoping you can help me with a small issue I'm currently having concerning the whereabouts of my employer. Since she and Mr. Kross were so close in Chicago, I am reaching out to you in the hopes that you might have further information.

Perhaps pursuing some agenda of her own, my employer, Maeve Glaistig, seems to have gone missing. If you know of anywhere she might have gone, or have heard anything from her, I would be very grateful if you would share that information.

Of course, please let me know if you need any other information from me, and I hope all is going well for you these days.

Sincerely, Ginevra Bianchi.

ENTRY SIX: A police report from the central Parisian police office, detailing the reported missing status of one Maria Gloria Lilicentra, as reported by her roommate, Ginevra Bianchi. The report contains a physical description of Maria as she was last seen.

The Additional Information section reads: Subject, Ginevra Bianchi, reported roommate missing after being absent from shared apartment for a period of thirty days. Subject reported that Ms. Lilicentra had told her she was going out with friends at 8 p.m. and did not return that night or any later date that she is aware. She expressed concern that she might have met with foul play, and was insistent that her roommate would not have voluntarily vacated and left her possessions behind without notice.

ENTRY SEVEN: A letter from Antoinette to Ginevra.

ANTOINETTE: Dearest Ms. Bianchi,

I regret that, failing any contact or information about her residency, the Harpy has officially decided to consider Ms. Glaistig to be no longer in residence in the city of Paris.

Should she appear in the city again, please let her know that we look forward to re-confirming and acknowledging her at the Prince's court.

Madame Antoinette d'Exupery on behalf of Lady Savage, Harpy of Paris.

ENTRY EIGHT: A photocopy of a letter from Ginevra to Giuseppe Valletti.

GINEVRA: To Sr. Valletti:

It is with some small concern that I write to you from the city of Paris, where my employer, Ms. Maeve Glaistig of the House of Sage, and I most recently spent a brief period of time. We were of course in Milan a mere few months ago, where I hope you will remember that I made your excellent acquaintance.

My employer has vanished for the time being, most likely on some private business, and in pursuit of supporting her endeavors I am reaching out to you to see if you might have any news about her. It has been suggested to me, here in Paris, that she was always at her happiest at home in Milan, and that no one would know better than the city of her House.

I respectfully look forward to hearing from you.

Ginevra Bianchi, on behalf of Maeve Glaistig, of the House of Sage.

ENTRY NINE: A standard contract for a private investigation agency (Securite d'Abord Agencie/P-Eye Investigations), filled out with an agreement by the agency to investigate the disappearance and whereabouts of Maria Lilicentra. The contract is listed as continuing its investigation for an indefinite period of time, and is signed by Ginevra Bianchi.

ENTRY TEN: A series of notes by Ginevra on pink notebook paper, surrounded by doodles.

GINEVRA: Phone Call with Lawrence Williams, February 16th.

Received return phone call from Lawrence Williams, former employee of Ian Kross today, regarding my letter and request for any information he might have. He seems to be doing all right, which is good, but couldn't help with any new information.

He revealed that Mr. Kross is dead, but did not get details due to shock of the announcement. He did not think she had been with him at the time, however, or that she was anywhere near the Chicago area.

Now seriously regretting writing to Evelyn without realizing this news. I hope she's all right.

ENTRY ELEVEN: A letter from Giuseppe to Ginevra.

GIUSEPPE: To Signa. Bianchi, this First of March:

It is with great sorrow that I must inform you that the House of Sage is currently in universal mourning for the death of its patriarch, the inestimable Sig. Octavius Sage, who was recently taken from us under violent circumstances. I regret to also inform you that your domitor, Signa. Glaistig, was deceased in defense of her father and is no longer with us.

We hope that you will observe these sorrowful times with all due decorum.

Sig. Giuseppe Valletti, On behalf of Sigra. Montmerci, Harpy of Milan.

ENTRY TWELVE: A photocopy of a letter from Ginevra to Giuseppe.

GINEVRA: To Sig. Valletti:

I was shocked and horrified to hear of the loss of Sig. Sage, which is no doubt a tragedy that requires most of your attention and effort at this time. I am sincerely sorry to hear of the city's sorrow, and of the current mourning state of the House of Sage.

However, I must respectfully inform you that your information is incorrect. Signa. Glaistig is not currently deceased, although her whereabouts are unknown. I would have been aware of such an eventuality, seeing as I am still in her service, and can only conclude that there is some error in reporting.

I wish you all the best in your time of sorrow, and hope to hear from you again at a later date.

With greatest sympathy, Ginevra Bianchi, on behalf of Maeve Glaistig, of the House of Sage.

ENTRY THIRTEEN: A letter from Giuseppe to Ginevra.

GIUSEPPE: To Signa. Bianchi, this Seventh of March:

It is understandable that, in such trying times, you find it difficult to accept this sorrowful news. On behalf of all of Milan, allow me to offer our condolences and our sincere hope that your recovery is swift.

We regret that there is nothing further we can do to help you at this time. Perhaps you would be better served to reach out to other servants in your area in search of a new mistress.

Sig. Giuseppe Valletti, on behalf of Sigra. Montmerci, Harpy of Milan.

ENTRY FOURTEEN: An unsent letter from Ginevra to Giuseppe.

GINEVRA: Dear Sig. Valletti,

Kindly fuck off.

Sincerely, Ginevra Bianchi.

ENTRY FIFTEEN: A custody report detailing the arrest of one Ginevra Bianchi on charges of trespassing and attempting to evade arrest on a prominent Parisian mansion property. The report does not discuss her motivations, but notes that she was cooperative with police and was released into the care of the Italian authorities, after which point charges were dropped.

ENTRY SIXTEEN: A series of notes by Ginevra on pink notebook paper, surrounded by doodles.

GINEVRA: Elysium, March 13th.

Discovered that since Maeve is no longer an official "resident" of Paris, I'm no longer allowed on Elysium grounds. Waited for a non-court night to climb the back wall fence of the Rue de la Pompe Elysium, where she was last seen, to look for clues.

Saw a few people I recognized, but luckily most of them didn't notice me. No clues in Toreador meeting rooms, no recognizable dangerous people she's ever mentioned. Eventually found the records room, but was surprised by several ghouls while trying to pry the desk drawers open, and forced to flee.

Tried to climb back over the wall before police arrived, but fell off and twisted an ankle, and ended up getting arrested. Ended up having to call Babbo to get me sent to the embassy instead of jail.

Considering better approach for Rue des Barres Elysium.

ENTRY SEVENTEEN: A photocopied Missing Persons flyer, giving basic details on the missing Maria Lilicentra.

FLYER: Last seen near the Rue de la Pompe on November 18th, 2014. If you have any information or have seen Maria, please contact her roommate, G. Bianchi, at 505-145-4331, or contact law enforcement if in an emergency situation. Reward offered for any useful information.

ENTRY EIGHTEEN: A photocopy of a letter from Ginevra to Jean Claude Danut.

GINEVRA: To Msr. Danut:

I apologize for contacting you directly, but I hope that you will forgive me once you understand why. You were very close with my employer, Maeve Glaistig, for some time, and now that she has gone missing I believe you might have been the last person to see her before she vanished.

I reach out to you in the somewhat desperate hope that you may know where she might have gone, or have any other information about her whereabouts or wellbeing. She has not been seen in Paris since you departed it several months ago, and I have not been able to uncover any evidence pertaining to what might have happened to her.

I apologize again for the direct address; I was unable to get in contact with Msr. Beaumont.

Hopefully, Ginevra Bianchi, on behalf of Maeve Glaistig, of the House of Sage.

ENTRY NINETEEN: A letter from Jean Claude to Ginevra.

JEAN CLAUDE: Of course I would be happy to help you, poor lost lamb that you are. But you must ask.

This is how it is done, do you not know? You must beg a favor of me, Ginevra. Then I will gladly tell you where your mistress is.

JC.

ENTRY TWENTY: A photocopy of a letter from Ginevra to Jean Claude.

GINEVRA: I appreciate you reaching back out to me, considering that I am sure you have many other things to occupy your time. I apologize if I wasn’t clear in my last letter - I would very much like to ask you the favor of helping me locate your friend and mine, Maeve Glaistig.

I will be happy to share any other information with you that you like, but unfortunately I have found very little evidence about where she might be here in the city itself. Anything else you could tell me would be most appreciated.

Sincerely, Ginevra Bianchi, on behalf of Maeve Glaistig, of the House of Sage.

ENTRY TWENTY-ONE: A letter from Jean Claude to Ginevra, including a small plastic bag of grey ashes.

JEAN CLAUDE: Ginevra,

Yes, I do have many things with which to concern myself, but as you say, Maeve is a friend and any friend of hers is indeed a friend of mine. So, I will do this favor for you both and set your mind at ease.

Maeve Glaistig is dead. Destroyed. I cut her pretty little head from her shoulders and left what remained for the sun.

I have enclosed some of her ashes, as a gift to you. I apologize for not sending them all, but I am sentimental. I would miss her terribly if you had all of her. I am sure you understand.

I know this must come as a shock. But we are friends now, Ginevra. If you should need anything, or find yourself looking for another master, please let me know. I would love to help.

JC.

ENTRY TWENTY-TWO: A photocopy of a letter from Ginevra to Jean Claude.

GINEVRA: To Msr. Danut:

I would like to offer you exactly as much gratitude and sympathy as you are due. As this amount is nonexistent, however, I am unable to do so.

With utmost sincerity,

Ginevra Bianchi, on behalf of Maeve Glaistig, of the House of Sage.

ENTRY TWENTY-THREE: A personal want ad from the La Croix newspaper, clipped and circled in red.

ARTICLE: MISSING: M. Lilicentra, left shared apartment on Nov. 2 to meet friends; no news of her since; about five feet tall with red hair and green eyes; last seen wearing a maroon dress with black wool coat and gloves; last known whereabouts in the Rue de la Pompe. Address her roommate G. Bianchi at 1426 Rue de Rivoli #6, Paris, France. Reward offered for help.

ENTRY TWENTY-FOUR: A photocopy of a letter from Ginevra to Domenico Lilicentra.

GINEVRA: Dear Sig. Lilicentra,

I write to you on behalf of your daughter, Maria, with whom I have been sharing a flat as a roommate for the past year in Paris. In case you have not yet been informed, she has not returned to our apartment for a few months, and I have been unable to contact her.

I hope to hear good news about her being safely at home with her family, and would like to catch up with her. In the event that she is not at home, however, I would be grateful for any information you might have about where she might have gone or how to get in touch with her.

Best wishes to you and your family, Ginevra Bianchi.

ENTRY TWENTY-FIVE: A memo on official letterhead from Le Ministere de l'Interieur.

REPORT: RE: Investigation into the disappearance of Maria Lilicentra

As of June 2nd, 2015, the offices of the Police Nationale have officially declared the investigation into the disappearance of Maria Lilicentra to be concluded. This decision has been made after careful consideration of all available evidence and other relevant factors, by Detective Sergeant THERNIEDY and Detective Senior Sergeant KONRAD. The reason for this decision is that it is believed that insufficient evidence exists of illegal activity in the disappearance of Ms. Lilicentra, and no further investigative avenues have become apparent.

If you would like to discuss this matter in person with those involved in the decision-making process, please do not hesitate to contact Detective Senior Sergeant KONRAD or Detective Sergeant THERNIEDY 9247 314.

ENTRY TWENTY-SIX: A series of notes by Ginevra on pink notebook paper, surrounded by doodles.

GINEVRA: Since I'm no longer allowed on Elysium grounds, went to the cafe row the next street over where the ghouls usually hang out between jobs. Nobody really watching that, or that would bother stopping me. After research, I believe that some of the Toreador ghouls might have some special magical sight (?), or at least they can ask their bosses to use theirs, so went in search of a sympathetic ally. Interviewed various employees with a wide range of results.

Note: Did not actually encounter, or chose not to ask for help from, Madame D'Expury, Manolo D'Artagnan, or Jean Valmont, for various reasons including disinclination to help, failure to appear, or not liking them very much.

Alessandra di Napoli: Indicated that she would like to help, but did not have the necessary skills herself. Seemed reluctant to apply to her employer for personal safety reasons. Suggested I speak to Walter Pêcheur.

Ms. Marie: Immediately claimed she could help me for the right price, then got weird about explaining exactly what she could do. As usual, I don't think she actually has anything. Threw a coffee at me. Now I have to get my coat cleaned.

Simon DuBois: Agreed that his employer (Anne St. Croix) had this skill, but advised strongly against calling her for help. Also suggested I talk to Walter. Asked if I had asked the Malkavian ghouls for help yet, then told me not to when I said no.

Veronique DuBray: Said she could help, but didn't have the free time or effort available with her employer's summer salon coming up in a few weeks. Said to see her for help again if I still had no leads by August.

Walter Pêcheur: Was evasive and weird about it, but eventually admitted he could do some searching through not strictly human means. Discussed possible contract for doing so, to include aid with administrative tasks, errands, and occasional “additional duties”, whatever that means. I told him yes, since it’s not like I’m getting anywhere on my own anyway.

Vitus: I asked him for completeness’ sake, but he said he couldn’t help and indicated that the idea of doing anything that wasn’t directly ordered to him by his “master” made him too uncomfortable to keep having the conversation.

ENTRY TWENTY-SEVEN: A generic service contract initialed GB and WP.

CONTRACT: This Agreement is made this 18th day of June, 2015, by and between Mlle. Ginevra Bianchi (“GB”) and Msr. Walter Pecheur (“WP”).

Agreements:

In consideration of the mutual covenants set forth in this Agreement, GB and WP hereby agree as follows:

1. Services
GB shall, during the Term (as defined below), provide to WP Services described below (the “Services”), at such times as WB may reasonably request them.

a) Up to fifty (50) hours of administrative or paperwork duties
b) Up to twenty (20) direct errands or drop-offs to be specified
c) Waitressing and servant duties at up to two (2) Kindred events
d) One (1) unspecified favor of mutually agreed major status
e) Up to ten (10) emergency calls for duties specified above

2. Specifications
GB agrees to perform these services pursuant to the specifications set forth. WP agrees, upon completion of these services, to provide one (1) use of supernatural investigative skills at each of five(5) locations, to be specified by GB in additional appendix paperwork pending completion.

ENTRY TWENTY-EIGHT: An unopened envelope mailed express mail to Italy to the address of one Domenico Lilicentra, stamped "Undeliverable for reason stated - return to sender".

ENTRY TWENTY-NINE: An article in the La Croix newspaper dated Sunday, July 10, 2015, with the headline DRUG RING BUSTED IN JARDIN DU LUXEMBOURG.

ARTICLE: Working on a long-time investigation into illegal drug trade among Paris' elite, police successfully staked out the Jardin du Luxembourg park and apprehended several suspects, whom they believe were engaged in a pre-arranged drug transaction. The suspects are believed to have been engaged in drug trades for high-society parties and personal use, and to be part of a larger organization.

Although police have not released any specifics on what items were seized in the bust, four arrests were made and several suspects that escaped the scene are still wanted for questioning. Citizens are requested to contact police with any information they may have regarding clandestine park meetings or possible trafficking.

Trivia

  • Although the article about the drug bust is dated July 10th, 2015, this is a mistake; Ginevra left the country with her domitor in May of 2015.
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