EPISODE 7: 1ST ROSE CEREMONY
Barbara was super excited to be asked to fill in for none other than David Pink. She looked around wide eyed at all the people. This was sooooo much more fun than running around getting coffee for everyone. Once the crew was set up and everyone was in position he would turn to James with a bright smile. "Well isn't this neater than a Georgia peach with no fuzz. I am just tickled pink to be here with y'all do'in this here thing with you. So.. Mister Weaver.. How are you doing.." She looked at him and started to play with her hair, "You are so much more prettier in person." She would comment as the producers behind the cameras started to signal to move things along. "Well.. Welcome to this here rose ceremony everyone! Aint y'all lookin pretty. So much high class in one spot. My Daddy once told me you could never polish a turd but ya'll lookin so classy." She was a little off focus at the moment. "S, Big man. Was it a hard decision? Or Dijya have an easy time deciding which girls to send packing?" She smiled at each and every girl as she spoke.
James had been informed about Barbara replacing David for today. A mild concern for the little man at the very least, unsure of his equation with his son anymore. And of course she starts off by calling him Mister, but he wouldn't comment on it... yet. Her boss might be hearing about it later though... poor girl. "Uhh.. yes thank you and I'm doing alright... just anxious about today." he nodded. He intended to be very tactful about his approach to today's sensitivities and Barbara was doing nothing to support his cause. "It has not been an easy decision at all no, quite the opposite. Each woman here is beautiful and lovely in their own way but I also know how this goes and that it needs to be done." he nodded again as if agreeing with his own logic.
James had been informed about Barbara replacing David for today. A mild concern for the little man at the very least, unsure of his equation with his son anymore. And of course she starts off by calling him Mister, but he wouldn't comment on it... yet. Her boss might be hearing about it later though... poor girl. "Uhh.. yes thank you and I'm doing alright... just anxious about today." he nodded. He intended to be very tactful about his approach to today's sensitivities and Barbara was doing nothing to support his cause. "It has not been an easy decision at all no, quite the opposite. Each woman here is beautiful and lovely in their own way but I also know how this goes and that it needs to be done." he nodded again as if agreeing with his own logic.
Em stands in the line up with the other ladies, motioning aside to one of the crew members to bring out her parasol as they stood there in the sun. She couldn't handle this much sun without burning in mid-day sun. Em would remain silent as the interview began between the host and James. She props the handle of the parasol on her shoulder and listens.
Ana moves to take her place among the other girls as the camera crew gets ready to film. Slender fingers curl in the material of the large, billow skirt that swishes around her when she takes a step. After a moment, the new host begins to speak and Ana knows the cameras are on and it's time to begin. She smiles at the Colonel's neutral answer to the difficult question posed. She suspects it's not easy for him to choose who stays and who goes, but that's the name of the game. Even if he's just being politically correct about things and not wanting to hurt feelings, she'll believe that it's true - the decision is hard for him. It'll make it better if she doesn't get a rose. Overall, she's not terribly concerned about it. She brushes crimson from her face and puts on that soft, southern charm smile just in the case the cameras are on her.
As the filming began Ren inhaled sharply , rolling her shoulders back and fixating on the camera , as the camera zoomed in on each girl in turn Ren could occasionally be seen popping up in the back ground. When it came time for her close up she was ready ,and selling it from the tip of her tiara to the bottom of her feet. A smile prowled her lips and she waved blowing a kiss to all the fans at home
Perfectly manicured hands rested on Max's waist, the drumming of her fingers relentless, echoing the thudding of her heart beat. She had said to herself she didn’t care about the outcome, as she had only been here at the bachelor for the money, and not really the colonel itself. Still, she couldn’t help it — her face rigged with tension as those brown eyes glistened like the aftermath of a lightening strike as she took a soft breath in, forcing out a smile for the camera as James commented on her and the ladies, figuring how close up shots would be made one after one. Her gaze followed to Ren, watching her prowling her lips, and blowing a kiss, which made her try to hide a desperate need of eye-rolling while forcing out a smile, as those nervous jewelled fingers moved so hands could fold in front of herself, her gaze settled evenly on Barbara, until it returned to James — Did she really care about the man? Likely not, but still she wanted to get this over with and it showed.
Ana moves to take her place among the other girls as the camera crew gets ready to film. Slender fingers curl in the material of the large, billow skirt that swishes around her when she takes a step. After a moment, the new host begins to speak and Ana knows the cameras are on and it's time to begin. She smiles at the Colonel's neutral answer to the difficult question posed. She suspects it's not easy for him to choose who stays and who goes, but that's the name of the game. Even if he's just being politically correct about things and not wanting to hurt feelings, she'll believe that it's true - the decision is hard for him. It'll make it better if she doesn't get a rose. Overall, she's not terribly concerned about it. She brushes crimson from her face and puts on that soft, southern charm smile just in the case the cameras are on her.
As the filming began Ren inhaled sharply , rolling her shoulders back and fixating on the camera , as the camera zoomed in on each girl in turn Ren could occasionally be seen popping up in the back ground. When it came time for her close up she was ready ,and selling it from the tip of her tiara to the bottom of her feet. A smile prowled her lips and she waved blowing a kiss to all the fans at home
Perfectly manicured hands rested on Max's waist, the drumming of her fingers relentless, echoing the thudding of her heart beat. She had said to herself she didn’t care about the outcome, as she had only been here at the bachelor for the money, and not really the colonel itself. Still, she couldn’t help it — her face rigged with tension as those brown eyes glistened like the aftermath of a lightening strike as she took a soft breath in, forcing out a smile for the camera as James commented on her and the ladies, figuring how close up shots would be made one after one. Her gaze followed to Ren, watching her prowling her lips, and blowing a kiss, which made her try to hide a desperate need of eye-rolling while forcing out a smile, as those nervous jewelled fingers moved so hands could fold in front of herself, her gaze settled evenly on Barbara, until it returned to James — Did she really care about the man? Likely not, but still she wanted to get this over with and it showed.
Barbara was all smiles. She had wished she was one of the girls really. She looked at James with dreamy eyes as she took a little step closer to the man. "So Colonel, have you reached a decision? Do you know which girls you are sending home and what ones you are gonna bang in the broom closet later.... If you happen to need help, I know where the closet is..." She ran her tongue over her lips as she reached over and tried to pinch the old mans ass. "If you ar ready. You can start by calling the first person that has a rose. Where are the roses? DID SOMEONE BRING THE ROSES?" She looked around and smiled as she realized that was her job. "One moment." She would say with a little giggle as she ran off camera and then came back holding a tray with two red roses. "So remember. You can only choose two girls... TWO GIRLS." She would repeat herself. he was old after all.
James' attention was with Barbara for the moment. Eyebrows lofting at the question, and manner of questioning. Oh indeed her boss was going to hear from the Colonel. "I believe that I do... and I have a lot more respect for these ladies for me to do something like that." he addressed the comment about the broom closet. As his gaze was fixed on the hostess, he saw the movement, unsure what she was aiming for but decided to draw an imaginary line between himself and the hostess by swinging his cane around and bringing it in between the two bodies. Hopefully that would have blocked the pinch. He was stressed enough and didn't need the hostess pinching at his ass right now. Later maybe but definitely not right now. He remained silent until the roses were finally brought in. A slightly indignant look toward the woman as he nodded "Yes... I know!". He'd address the girls first taking in a deep breath "Thank you all for being here. The last couple of weeks has been wonderful and I've really enjoyed getting to know each of you individually. I would like to say that this is not an easy decision by any means. To the two who I don't give a rose tonight, please know that this is in no way a reflection on you. It is just something that I have to do in order to move this process forward." he cleared his throat and fell silent for a moment, picked up the first rose and looked up to the sea of beautiful women. "Em" He spoke out her name, connecting his gaze with hers and if she approached him he would smile at her and ask "Will you accept this rose?"
James' attention was with Barbara for the moment. Eyebrows lofting at the question, and manner of questioning. Oh indeed her boss was going to hear from the Colonel. "I believe that I do... and I have a lot more respect for these ladies for me to do something like that." he addressed the comment about the broom closet. As his gaze was fixed on the hostess, he saw the movement, unsure what she was aiming for but decided to draw an imaginary line between himself and the hostess by swinging his cane around and bringing it in between the two bodies. Hopefully that would have blocked the pinch. He was stressed enough and didn't need the hostess pinching at his ass right now. Later maybe but definitely not right now. He remained silent until the roses were finally brought in. A slightly indignant look toward the woman as he nodded "Yes... I know!". He'd address the girls first taking in a deep breath "Thank you all for being here. The last couple of weeks has been wonderful and I've really enjoyed getting to know each of you individually. I would like to say that this is not an easy decision by any means. To the two who I don't give a rose tonight, please know that this is in no way a reflection on you. It is just something that I have to do in order to move this process forward." he cleared his throat and fell silent for a moment, picked up the first rose and looked up to the sea of beautiful women. "Em" He spoke out her name, connecting his gaze with hers and if she approached him he would smile at her and ask "Will you accept this rose?"
Em steps forward as her name was called and she smiles to the man as he offers her a rose. "I'm flattered, James. Thank you... I'll happily accept the rose." Her gaze met his singular eye. She'd have to remember to ask him about that at some point. She tips the parasol back a bit, releasing one hand from the handle, to free it up for the rose. When he hands it to her, she would lift it to her nose to inhale the fragrance, eyes close briefly. She loved flowers, specially fragrant ones. Mostly Lilacs and other such hyacinths. "Thank you."
Ana listens to the Colonel speak, nodding her head a little. The smile is still affixed to her lips, just in case the camera pans to her as it likely will. She's trying to keep herself calm and not overly anxious. Her fingers flex in the skirt, relaxing only to curl once more. Her gaze follows Em as the Colonel calls her name, watching as he offers the rose to her. She isn't entirely sure if she hopes for one or not.
Ren smiled , her confidence not waning in the slightest ,outwardly. Head canted slightly , as she clapped for Em , oohing and awing as if she thought it was the most romantic gesture ever. Side eying Ana in that princess wedding dress , her nose scrunched up slightly , before reminding herself she was on camera and needed to always show her best face.
As Em was called out, Max's eyes narrowed lightly, she wasn’t sure why — but she hadn’t entirely expected the woman to get one of those roses, nevertheless a soft clapping came from her in harmony with Ren. Even if she wasn’t agreeing with James’s choice, she would be polite over it. Right? No need to be captured on national television giving any of the girls a stink eye. That would just be rude. Perhaps, it showed lightly if there had been a shot, as Max had a face she couldn’t really control but it didn’t mean she did have no attempts in trying to hide it behind fidgeting fingers and a pearly white smile.
Barbara smiled as he called out Em's name and watched as she came up to get her rose. After the pleasantries were finished she would smile at them both. "Thank you. You may go back to the line up. We are done with you... For now." She would smile her brightest and make a shoo motion with her hand. "Now Jamesey Pooh. Have you got another name for that other rose? Or do you just wanna come home with me and these other bitches can fuck right off." her eyes slowly scanned the contestants as her smiles waned. "Or just say a name and we can continue like we are contractually obligates to." Her voice sounding bored of this now.
James would nod and smile at Em as she accepted his rose and moved back, a look given to Barbara at how she shoo-ed the girl away. Squinting his eyes to her as she proceeded to speak to him "No dear. As wonderful as I'm sure you are, I do have another name". One rose among three women. This was harder to do now and it might show a little in his face despite how well put together he was. No one would have been able to guess his next choice, even he did not know until maybe just a moment or two ago. He picked up the flower and took another deep breath looking to the three women one by one before speaking "Ren" and looked to the girl watching to see if she walked over. Instantly, although he did not regret his decision, he did find himself wishing that he had more roses to give out. If she made her way to him he would ask "Will you accept this rose?" a smile on his face for her.
Ana listens to the Colonel speak, nodding her head a little. The smile is still affixed to her lips, just in case the camera pans to her as it likely will. She's trying to keep herself calm and not overly anxious. Her fingers flex in the skirt, relaxing only to curl once more. Her gaze follows Em as the Colonel calls her name, watching as he offers the rose to her. She isn't entirely sure if she hopes for one or not.
Ren smiled , her confidence not waning in the slightest ,outwardly. Head canted slightly , as she clapped for Em , oohing and awing as if she thought it was the most romantic gesture ever. Side eying Ana in that princess wedding dress , her nose scrunched up slightly , before reminding herself she was on camera and needed to always show her best face.
As Em was called out, Max's eyes narrowed lightly, she wasn’t sure why — but she hadn’t entirely expected the woman to get one of those roses, nevertheless a soft clapping came from her in harmony with Ren. Even if she wasn’t agreeing with James’s choice, she would be polite over it. Right? No need to be captured on national television giving any of the girls a stink eye. That would just be rude. Perhaps, it showed lightly if there had been a shot, as Max had a face she couldn’t really control but it didn’t mean she did have no attempts in trying to hide it behind fidgeting fingers and a pearly white smile.
Barbara smiled as he called out Em's name and watched as she came up to get her rose. After the pleasantries were finished she would smile at them both. "Thank you. You may go back to the line up. We are done with you... For now." She would smile her brightest and make a shoo motion with her hand. "Now Jamesey Pooh. Have you got another name for that other rose? Or do you just wanna come home with me and these other bitches can fuck right off." her eyes slowly scanned the contestants as her smiles waned. "Or just say a name and we can continue like we are contractually obligates to." Her voice sounding bored of this now.
James would nod and smile at Em as she accepted his rose and moved back, a look given to Barbara at how she shoo-ed the girl away. Squinting his eyes to her as she proceeded to speak to him "No dear. As wonderful as I'm sure you are, I do have another name". One rose among three women. This was harder to do now and it might show a little in his face despite how well put together he was. No one would have been able to guess his next choice, even he did not know until maybe just a moment or two ago. He picked up the flower and took another deep breath looking to the three women one by one before speaking "Ren" and looked to the girl watching to see if she walked over. Instantly, although he did not regret his decision, he did find himself wishing that he had more roses to give out. If she made her way to him he would ask "Will you accept this rose?" a smile on his face for her.
Em steps back into the lineup with the other ladies, parasol in one hand and the rose in the other. She smiled lightly with a bit of a surprised expression on her face. Not only that she got a Rose, but that she was the one called upon first. Em waits for the ceremony to continue and then hears James call out Ren's name. Em glances aside at the glamour girl and chuckles lightly, though she offers a polite golf clap. She'd then glance at Barbara and the crass way she's speaking to James while on a professional broadcast. She wondered if the producers would cut that out or just censor her or what.
Ana winces and shakes her head a bit at 'Jamsey pooh'. And as Barbara-Anne continues, her eyes grow round, her lips parting just slightly. Is that how she used to sound? Oh, lord. She sucks in a breath, smiling to Em as she returns to the line up. "Congrats..." she murmurs softly, leaning toward Em a little so that the camera, even with the boom mic, has to work a little to get it and she doesn't actually interrupt anything else. She appears to be genuinely pleased for Em and not phased at all by the fact her name isn't called. As he calls Ren's name, she doesn't appear surprised in the least. There's only a little waver to her features, a little shake in that confidence Once more that southern mask of a smile is put in place - she can feel wounded later, right now, there are cameras. Besides, she is truly pleased for both girls and maybe a little relieved to not have the camera crews focused on her anymore.
Ren feigned surprise , steadying the tiara on her head as she moved to James. Her steps a bit bride like , step , pause , step ...pause , a little curtsey before reaching for the rose , " Colonel Weaver , I accept and thank you!" she was a little vertically challenged , trying to go in for a kiss to his cheek ,she settled for kissing his lapel awkwardly , before turning back to the camera , and giving a beauty queen wave , rose in hand
There was the eye-roll Max so desperately had tried to hide before, she couldn’t help it earthy tones dancing as her brows went slightly up. Ren, Obviously. It didn’t surprise her, Max had already called her ‘the american sweetheart’ in her mind —unaware of how she was the dear prankster in the mansion. Fucking chewing gum, still sticked to her pumps. Instead of clapping politely, like before she offered a typical 90’s slow clap, with her lips pursed. Hiding the little frustration she felt coursing within. At least they were famous, and she had some money to spend. Back to business, it had been fun as long as it lasted right? She hadn’t been there to make friends, it had showed the way she had mostly spend her time by herself, besides the date with the colonel, and so she hadn’t had much to offer to the other girls. Just a wink and a smile until she would find that little moment with James.
Barbara would be seen off camera being yelled at by some random producers then quickly cam running back to stand beside James once more. She took a deep breath and smiled as Em walked back and Ren walked up. She had the fakest looking smile on her face as she muttered through grit teeth, "Congratulations ladies. Max... Ana... You bitches be out. But it's okay. You still made a ton of cash and are super famous now. Like... Really famous. " Her fake smile continued. You may now say goodbye to the other girls. Then you can go pack your shit and take the bus home." She looked over to the producers and folded her arms. "HOW WAS THAT? AM I DONE NOW?" She asked with an annoyed tone.
James wouldn't be surprised if Barbara wasn't censored at all. They wanted ratings and this was how to get them, thankfully they did try to tone her down although as the event progressed it seemed to have very little affect. A nod and a smile give to Ren as she would return to the girls to bid farewell to the one's that were leaving now. He remained standing and waited for Ana to make her way to him after saying her goodbyes, followed then by Max.
Em looks over to Ana with a warm smile. "Thank you, dear. It's been nice getting to hang out with you ladies." Em wasn't big on hugging people that she didn't know all that well, so she didn't try to offer one, but she was pleasant all the same. "By the way, I love your gown and your confidence to wear it." She wouldn't wear something like that, herself. Too 'girly' and froo-froo for her liking. Em turns and watches Barbara throwing a hissy fit about being scolded and sighs, shaking her head a bit with an amused grin. Em turned then to bid a farewell to max also, whom she hadn't really gotten to know much at all.
Ana tilts he head a bit at Barbara-Anne, brows arching just a little. She smiles to Em, nodding her head a bit...the expression faltering just slightly at the last part about having the courage to wear it. "Well, David chose it..." she says, lifting her shoulders. Picking up her skirts, she doesn't say good bye to any of the girls just yet, knowing she'll have a bit of spare time when packing to do that. Instead, she moves right for the Colonel, avoiding anyone trying to deter her from her decided path. A smile blossoms on her lips as she approaches James, her eyes sparkling. "I came to say good bye to you, Colonel." she explains, heedless of the cameras, crew or producers. She reaches up and to touch him and attempt to use his body to steady her lean inward to brush his cheek with a friendly kiss. "Good luck!" she says to him, trying to push a little note in his hand - she'd been prepared in case he didn't pick her.
Ren smiled joining the other girls , " It's been great getting to know you all" , air kisses all around watching as Ana headed toward the Colonel to leave a parting message , meanwhile Ren placed her hand to her heart it was racing ..snapping her fingers toward a production assistant a celebratory glass of pink champagne finding it's way into her hand " congratulations! Everyone.. well almost everyone"
Barbara smiled as she was told no, In fact her job wasn't done and to behave. "Ana. Thank you so much for not causing a scene. If you could please come with me for your exit interview that would be splendid." She looked at the others and gave a friendly wave of her fingers as she headed inside the gazebo to wait for this to happen.
James watched as Ana made her way over, offering her a consoling smile. Her really did have a hard time deciding the second rose, especially given that his date with Ana had genuinely gone so well. He was already extending his arms out to her in case she wanted to use them to steady herself, lowering his face to hers for the kiss. If she allowed it he would even embrace her in a hug and whisper in her ear, thought it would still be picked up by the mic, "I am genuinely glad that I met you Ana. You are a wonderful girl and I wish you all the luck and a good recovery." pulling back he would look at her, and the camera might pick up a flinching brow as he felt the paper pushed into his hand. He didn't look at it right away and in fact pocketed it as quickly as he could. Hopefully the large skirt of the dress hid the action somehow. A nod and a reassuring smile, to affirm that he meant every word ever uttered to her, watching for a moment as Barbara whisked her away.
Ana misses the air kisses all around from Ren as she'd already been moving toward James. A smile is given once more as he leans in for the kiss and even gives her a hug, whispering in her ear. "I'm glad I met you, Colonel. It really was fun and enjoyable.." she says. An incline of her head as he wishes her a speedy recovery. "Thank you!" She glances over her shoulder at the last comment by Ren of almost everyone. Resisting the urge to roll her eyes, she turns to Barbara-Anne as the woman addresses her. She smiles again to James and moves returns to the girls for a moment, "It's been a pleasure!" She isn't sure whether to hug them or offer a handshake or something. For a heartbeat, she just stands there awkwardly. "When this is over, if any of you want to stay in touch...I'll leave my information available." The smile that curls her lips is genuine. At last, she tips her head, giving a final little wave and "Congratulations, ladies!" to the two with roses before sweeping off to follow Barbara-Anne.
Barbara would plop down on the chair and wait for Ana. As she walked up, Barbara would give a half smile and point to the couch opposite. "Have a seat. This wont take long. Then you can get to packing." Yeah she wasn't the nicest of people and maybe the show should have given someone else the opportunity to host. "So Ana. How do you feel this very moment. How did you feel the date went. Why do you think James didn't pick you? Please don't hold back. Tell everyone at home how you truly feel."
Ana winces and shakes her head a bit at 'Jamsey pooh'. And as Barbara-Anne continues, her eyes grow round, her lips parting just slightly. Is that how she used to sound? Oh, lord. She sucks in a breath, smiling to Em as she returns to the line up. "Congrats..." she murmurs softly, leaning toward Em a little so that the camera, even with the boom mic, has to work a little to get it and she doesn't actually interrupt anything else. She appears to be genuinely pleased for Em and not phased at all by the fact her name isn't called. As he calls Ren's name, she doesn't appear surprised in the least. There's only a little waver to her features, a little shake in that confidence Once more that southern mask of a smile is put in place - she can feel wounded later, right now, there are cameras. Besides, she is truly pleased for both girls and maybe a little relieved to not have the camera crews focused on her anymore.
Ren feigned surprise , steadying the tiara on her head as she moved to James. Her steps a bit bride like , step , pause , step ...pause , a little curtsey before reaching for the rose , " Colonel Weaver , I accept and thank you!" she was a little vertically challenged , trying to go in for a kiss to his cheek ,she settled for kissing his lapel awkwardly , before turning back to the camera , and giving a beauty queen wave , rose in hand
There was the eye-roll Max so desperately had tried to hide before, she couldn’t help it earthy tones dancing as her brows went slightly up. Ren, Obviously. It didn’t surprise her, Max had already called her ‘the american sweetheart’ in her mind —unaware of how she was the dear prankster in the mansion. Fucking chewing gum, still sticked to her pumps. Instead of clapping politely, like before she offered a typical 90’s slow clap, with her lips pursed. Hiding the little frustration she felt coursing within. At least they were famous, and she had some money to spend. Back to business, it had been fun as long as it lasted right? She hadn’t been there to make friends, it had showed the way she had mostly spend her time by herself, besides the date with the colonel, and so she hadn’t had much to offer to the other girls. Just a wink and a smile until she would find that little moment with James.
Barbara would be seen off camera being yelled at by some random producers then quickly cam running back to stand beside James once more. She took a deep breath and smiled as Em walked back and Ren walked up. She had the fakest looking smile on her face as she muttered through grit teeth, "Congratulations ladies. Max... Ana... You bitches be out. But it's okay. You still made a ton of cash and are super famous now. Like... Really famous. " Her fake smile continued. You may now say goodbye to the other girls. Then you can go pack your shit and take the bus home." She looked over to the producers and folded her arms. "HOW WAS THAT? AM I DONE NOW?" She asked with an annoyed tone.
James wouldn't be surprised if Barbara wasn't censored at all. They wanted ratings and this was how to get them, thankfully they did try to tone her down although as the event progressed it seemed to have very little affect. A nod and a smile give to Ren as she would return to the girls to bid farewell to the one's that were leaving now. He remained standing and waited for Ana to make her way to him after saying her goodbyes, followed then by Max.
Em looks over to Ana with a warm smile. "Thank you, dear. It's been nice getting to hang out with you ladies." Em wasn't big on hugging people that she didn't know all that well, so she didn't try to offer one, but she was pleasant all the same. "By the way, I love your gown and your confidence to wear it." She wouldn't wear something like that, herself. Too 'girly' and froo-froo for her liking. Em turns and watches Barbara throwing a hissy fit about being scolded and sighs, shaking her head a bit with an amused grin. Em turned then to bid a farewell to max also, whom she hadn't really gotten to know much at all.
Ana tilts he head a bit at Barbara-Anne, brows arching just a little. She smiles to Em, nodding her head a bit...the expression faltering just slightly at the last part about having the courage to wear it. "Well, David chose it..." she says, lifting her shoulders. Picking up her skirts, she doesn't say good bye to any of the girls just yet, knowing she'll have a bit of spare time when packing to do that. Instead, she moves right for the Colonel, avoiding anyone trying to deter her from her decided path. A smile blossoms on her lips as she approaches James, her eyes sparkling. "I came to say good bye to you, Colonel." she explains, heedless of the cameras, crew or producers. She reaches up and to touch him and attempt to use his body to steady her lean inward to brush his cheek with a friendly kiss. "Good luck!" she says to him, trying to push a little note in his hand - she'd been prepared in case he didn't pick her.
Ren smiled joining the other girls , " It's been great getting to know you all" , air kisses all around watching as Ana headed toward the Colonel to leave a parting message , meanwhile Ren placed her hand to her heart it was racing ..snapping her fingers toward a production assistant a celebratory glass of pink champagne finding it's way into her hand " congratulations! Everyone.. well almost everyone"
Barbara smiled as she was told no, In fact her job wasn't done and to behave. "Ana. Thank you so much for not causing a scene. If you could please come with me for your exit interview that would be splendid." She looked at the others and gave a friendly wave of her fingers as she headed inside the gazebo to wait for this to happen.
James watched as Ana made her way over, offering her a consoling smile. Her really did have a hard time deciding the second rose, especially given that his date with Ana had genuinely gone so well. He was already extending his arms out to her in case she wanted to use them to steady herself, lowering his face to hers for the kiss. If she allowed it he would even embrace her in a hug and whisper in her ear, thought it would still be picked up by the mic, "I am genuinely glad that I met you Ana. You are a wonderful girl and I wish you all the luck and a good recovery." pulling back he would look at her, and the camera might pick up a flinching brow as he felt the paper pushed into his hand. He didn't look at it right away and in fact pocketed it as quickly as he could. Hopefully the large skirt of the dress hid the action somehow. A nod and a reassuring smile, to affirm that he meant every word ever uttered to her, watching for a moment as Barbara whisked her away.
Ana misses the air kisses all around from Ren as she'd already been moving toward James. A smile is given once more as he leans in for the kiss and even gives her a hug, whispering in her ear. "I'm glad I met you, Colonel. It really was fun and enjoyable.." she says. An incline of her head as he wishes her a speedy recovery. "Thank you!" She glances over her shoulder at the last comment by Ren of almost everyone. Resisting the urge to roll her eyes, she turns to Barbara-Anne as the woman addresses her. She smiles again to James and moves returns to the girls for a moment, "It's been a pleasure!" She isn't sure whether to hug them or offer a handshake or something. For a heartbeat, she just stands there awkwardly. "When this is over, if any of you want to stay in touch...I'll leave my information available." The smile that curls her lips is genuine. At last, she tips her head, giving a final little wave and "Congratulations, ladies!" to the two with roses before sweeping off to follow Barbara-Anne.
Barbara would plop down on the chair and wait for Ana. As she walked up, Barbara would give a half smile and point to the couch opposite. "Have a seat. This wont take long. Then you can get to packing." Yeah she wasn't the nicest of people and maybe the show should have given someone else the opportunity to host. "So Ana. How do you feel this very moment. How did you feel the date went. Why do you think James didn't pick you? Please don't hold back. Tell everyone at home how you truly feel."
Ana perks a brow at the point and the 'get to packing'. She remains standing, not really wanting to try and mess with the skirts on this thing. "I suspect you'll be packing right along side me.." she muses lightly, lifting her shoulders. She's choosing to hold her temper and not be bothered by the woman. A tilt fo her head as she gives a moment to think about the answers to the questions. "A little disappointed that he didn't select me." she admits, giving a little smile. "But, I'm okay. " And she really is - there's no melt down threatening below the surface just waiting for the right push. "Oh, well, I couldn't say. He and I had a connection, but I guess the connection he had with the other girls was stronger or better..." Again that little lift of her shoulders. "Besides, ratings, you know. I'm pretty sure one of those girls is likely to strike up a lot of drama..." She gives a pointed glance toward Ren. "And I think probably both are better suited to the camera. Probably wasn't productive that I kept trying to lose the camera crew...." She giggles a little at that.
Barbara shot a glare to Ana as she decided to stay standing and then had the gall to slander her. "I did just fine. Least I didn't get dumped on national T.V." She rolled her eyes and shook her head. "Do you have anything you want to say to the girls? Any advise or anything else like that?" She yawned a bit and looked generally un-interested in the whole thing now. "Anything you want to say to your fans at home?"
Ana laughs at the comment about being dumped on national TV. "Bless your heart..." Southern insult, look out. "Sweetie, you have to be -with- someone to be dumped. We had one date." She tilts her head. "At least I wasn't desperately thirsty and rebuffed on national TV." She smiles oh so sweetly to the hostess "But I'm sure you can find the broom closet, dear...." She smiles at the camera, eyes sparkling mischief with the question. Lifting her hand to give a little wave, "I hope you enjoy the parting gift, Ladies!" There's no malice in her features, so whatever she's up to, it's likely something just in good fun.
Barbara pursed her lips as she looked at Ana. "Well. I think we are just about done here then. Congratulation... For what I am not sure. Thank you for joining us. You can go get your shit and leave." She as none to impressed with the woman now. Her cheeks red with anger as her eyes never left the woman. " I am sure you will make... Someone.. Very happy someday.. Maybe." She looked over into one of the other cameras, her expression turning into one of faked excitement.
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As that moment came where Max could say goodbye with James, she would finally move, those nerves already having passed, gladly — cause now she knew. It wasn’t like she had been innit to winnit, or well.. Maybe she had. Nevertheless.. she wouldn’t tremble as much as she had fidgeted and drums those fingers earlier, so easily she lifted her covered in roses fabric, to elegantly walk over — and not trip over her dress. How fitting. There was a moment, as those lips pursed and she wasn’t entirely sure to hug him, offer him a hand to be kissed, or would go in for the kill. You know, to give him a little taste of what he was missing out on, so sheepishly she would stand there a moment, until those plum lips pursed and she let go of her dress “After t’is, and all..” She said biting her lower lip a moment “T’e offer still stands.” One of her perfectly sharp plucked brows moved up with a light chuckle “But uh, I ‘ope you don’t need to take me upon t’at offer and c’ase some sort of w’ite picket kinda fence wit’ Ren or Em.” Her head tilting to glance over her shoulder into their direction, just to refocus to watch his only-working eye, if she was able to she would move in to stand on her tip toes, one hand would move to the side of his neck so slim fingers could brush there shortly and eventually pull him in for said kill. If she was able to she would print those lips right on his, just to part lightly and give him a teasing short little kiss, one where she would aim to nibble his bottom lip, and pull just a little before she would pull away as well. Whether or not he was feeling her vibe, she would mean to hover those lips close to his and whisper “I did ‘ave some fun wit’ your gift, so Merci Monsieur.” If her attempt had failed she would brush it off, like it was no big deal — but otherwise, she would squeeze his neck and move away to get over that confessional or last interview, before packing up her stuff.
Max's attempt would absolutely not fail and if she hadn't made an attempt then he would definitely at least attempted a hug. Max may not have had very sincere feelings about the show, maybe not even about her interaction with James, only Max knew her true feelings, but James was in this sincerely and was honestly looking for a good match. The decisions were hard and it would have showed in the slightest manner in his demeanour, maybe not obvious to most, but certainly to those watching at home who knew him well. He was taking this seriously. So having to say goodbye to either lady was just as serious a matter. He would smile to her supportively "I will remember the offer Max thank you." he knew what the offer was even though he was making it sound like it was an offer to bake a cake. He was a gentleman and had a deep sense of propriety in public, of course. But the smile revealed he was on the same page as her. "Oh!" he reacted to her further revelation that his gift was put to good use "Well I am glad to hear that then." he was able to give her something good in a sense in return for her most scintillating company.
Barbara wouldn't really allow either one to linger much and would encourage Max in her classic Barbara way to come with her for a little chat. Once away Barbara would simply ask Max to relay how she felt at this moment.
Max caught a final glance of James, before she was beckoned in Barb’s fashion, A slight brow quirking up — never liking the sort of people Barbara could fit in, but with knowing that after the interview she didn’t need to ever see the woman again if she wished she would not offer some cunty comment. “‘ow I feel?” She echoed, sitting down on the little white sofa with a shrug, those fingers back to holding the long dress together “Uhmm..” She let out a huff “I don’t know..” She honestly admitted “I never like losing anything, but..” there was a short pause filled in with the click of her tongue “I am not t’at devastated to be ‘onest.. I got some cas’ my name’s been out t’ere again, w’ic' is good for business.” She breathed in as she still was thinking “So, comme çi comme ça.” Another shrug “At least I gave ‘I’m a proper goodbye.” Max turned her head to one of the camera’s giving them a wink before she moved up “T’atis it? Or, ya want more?” Earthy sights going from Barbera to the producers and crew behind the camera’s.
The camera cuts out here and goes to James, Em and Ren.
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James would join Em and Ren "I'm sure you know that wasn't easy by any means." picking up champagne from a tray somewhere. He'd lift the glass expecting the other two to join him in a toast "To the future."
Em reaches over to the offered tray of champagne and picks up one of the flutes with the hand holding her rose. She smiles to James as he expresses how difficult the choice was. "I do not envy you your position, James. It's never easy to make a decision that is guaranteed to hurt someone's feelings." She lifts the glass and tries to clink it lightly against his in a light toast, "Here's to more exciting experiences." she'd offer before taking a sip. The production team would usher her and Ren off so that the episode could continue focusing on Ana and Max as they depart.
Ren took her second celebritory glass of champagne from the tray, raising it in toast to Em and James, " to the future,Colonel !, new friends , new experiences !", she smiled at Em , eying her for a long moment then looking up at the man, " Yes It must have been a hard decision, it is SO hard to see anyone go " the production crew began to wrap things up and Em and Ren were heading to the car , when Ren ran back into camera view , " Free DAVID PINK!" blowing a kiss she ran off and out of camera view
Em and Ren return to the mansion and James is taken back to his hidden location via limo.
Barbara ended the show "Thank Y'all so much for tuning in! Be sure to catch the next episode where the Colonel will go on another date with one of the final two. Have a good night Y'all!" Then she would get up. Tear the mic off her jacket and storm off. or at least try to before her heel gets stuck in between the boards of the gazebo. She would struggle for several moments before giving up and leaving the shoe and running away.
Max and Ana may have had their own opinions about why they were not selected, but when asked why James did not pick Max or Ana he responded first about one and then the other "Max is a very sensual young woman and has several very intriguing and unique qualities that even now make me wonder about her. I just never felt like I reached a deeper connection with Max like I did some of the others. I am sure more time and interaction could have changed that but, there was sadly no more time left" The camera cuts out and then refocuses "Ana, yes I did reach a deeper connection with her. And this was truly a hard decision. I could not say that Ana did anything wrong or less, she was charming, funny, and took every challenge like a champ. Our time was too short and who knows if given more time, the rose ceremony would be different. Its done now and I sincerely wish Max and Ana all the very best." Limo is seen driving down the road toward its destination
------ BACK AT THE MANSION ------
After the rose ceremony, Em stepped back into the shade of the Mansion, and folded up her parasol. Setting it by the door of her room, she would lift the rose to her nose again and take another inhale of the sweet fragrance. The camera crew would follow her into her room to see her reaction. Em moves about to try and find a vase in which she could place the rose. The whole set up would be moved to the nightstand beside her bed. That would allow the fragrance to be there when she woke up. She'd then start to talk to the crew as she moved about the room, pulling out some night clothes to change into so she could get out of the fancy gown. "So, it's down to Ren and myself now. I'm not sure what is going to happen from this point. Ren, while she presents herself as a respectful and friendly woman, she seems very fake and polished. Like a pretty stone from a river bed. It might look like a gem, but it's really dense." She disappears behind a privacy screen and starts to change into her sleep clothes. "Don't get me wrong, I don't dislike the woman, but I'm also rather exasperated by the women that try to use slutty clothes and fluttered eyelashes to gain what they want as if a woman's only value is in their body and their looks." She steps out from behind the privacy screen, her gown draped over the side of it and her outfit just a tank and some cotton shorts as she pulls her hair back into a ponytail. "I will never be one of those women that flashes some thigh or cleavage to gain interest of a man. It's just not in me. Now, out you get, so I can get some sleep." She says, shooing the crew out of her room.
Oddly Ren was shocked to have received a rose , glancing to the camera before bolting up the stairs to her 3 room suite , flouncing onto the large ottoman in her closet as she pondered what to wear , " I am sort of shocked , I mean I don't think any man has ever considered , what it would be like to be with me day in and day out , the sex , the fun , the laughter... the sex.. " she went blank for a second as if someone had flipped off a switch , then she was back on.. "and the sex" holding the rose she sniffed it brushing to her cheek , " So it's between Em and I now , she seems nice , very smart, a Doctor after all , though I am a Lawyer , and former Police Lieutenant and exotic dancer , that's like a triple thread or something " glancing to the camera man her head canted , " threat ? are you sure ... okay triple threat , regardless the Colonel could not have chosen 2 more different women! This series is going to go down in the books as Beauty , that's me vs the Brain which is also me , vs the Beast which is her she's kind of like a technicolor badger " , realizing she was rambling she laughed a little standing to change out of her gown , tossing it over the screen and emerging in booty shorts and a see through tank that left little to the imagination. " She wears a lot of the same outfits as my grandma , they are very nice and well made too , I bet they could be great shopping buddies." sighing the blonde went silent a long moment , " I have nothing else to say right now , it's time for bed I will be up in 3 hours 17 minutes see you then !"
Barbara shot a glare to Ana as she decided to stay standing and then had the gall to slander her. "I did just fine. Least I didn't get dumped on national T.V." She rolled her eyes and shook her head. "Do you have anything you want to say to the girls? Any advise or anything else like that?" She yawned a bit and looked generally un-interested in the whole thing now. "Anything you want to say to your fans at home?"
Ana laughs at the comment about being dumped on national TV. "Bless your heart..." Southern insult, look out. "Sweetie, you have to be -with- someone to be dumped. We had one date." She tilts her head. "At least I wasn't desperately thirsty and rebuffed on national TV." She smiles oh so sweetly to the hostess "But I'm sure you can find the broom closet, dear...." She smiles at the camera, eyes sparkling mischief with the question. Lifting her hand to give a little wave, "I hope you enjoy the parting gift, Ladies!" There's no malice in her features, so whatever she's up to, it's likely something just in good fun.
Barbara pursed her lips as she looked at Ana. "Well. I think we are just about done here then. Congratulation... For what I am not sure. Thank you for joining us. You can go get your shit and leave." She as none to impressed with the woman now. Her cheeks red with anger as her eyes never left the woman. " I am sure you will make... Someone.. Very happy someday.. Maybe." She looked over into one of the other cameras, her expression turning into one of faked excitement.
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As that moment came where Max could say goodbye with James, she would finally move, those nerves already having passed, gladly — cause now she knew. It wasn’t like she had been innit to winnit, or well.. Maybe she had. Nevertheless.. she wouldn’t tremble as much as she had fidgeted and drums those fingers earlier, so easily she lifted her covered in roses fabric, to elegantly walk over — and not trip over her dress. How fitting. There was a moment, as those lips pursed and she wasn’t entirely sure to hug him, offer him a hand to be kissed, or would go in for the kill. You know, to give him a little taste of what he was missing out on, so sheepishly she would stand there a moment, until those plum lips pursed and she let go of her dress “After t’is, and all..” She said biting her lower lip a moment “T’e offer still stands.” One of her perfectly sharp plucked brows moved up with a light chuckle “But uh, I ‘ope you don’t need to take me upon t’at offer and c’ase some sort of w’ite picket kinda fence wit’ Ren or Em.” Her head tilting to glance over her shoulder into their direction, just to refocus to watch his only-working eye, if she was able to she would move in to stand on her tip toes, one hand would move to the side of his neck so slim fingers could brush there shortly and eventually pull him in for said kill. If she was able to she would print those lips right on his, just to part lightly and give him a teasing short little kiss, one where she would aim to nibble his bottom lip, and pull just a little before she would pull away as well. Whether or not he was feeling her vibe, she would mean to hover those lips close to his and whisper “I did ‘ave some fun wit’ your gift, so Merci Monsieur.” If her attempt had failed she would brush it off, like it was no big deal — but otherwise, she would squeeze his neck and move away to get over that confessional or last interview, before packing up her stuff.
Max's attempt would absolutely not fail and if she hadn't made an attempt then he would definitely at least attempted a hug. Max may not have had very sincere feelings about the show, maybe not even about her interaction with James, only Max knew her true feelings, but James was in this sincerely and was honestly looking for a good match. The decisions were hard and it would have showed in the slightest manner in his demeanour, maybe not obvious to most, but certainly to those watching at home who knew him well. He was taking this seriously. So having to say goodbye to either lady was just as serious a matter. He would smile to her supportively "I will remember the offer Max thank you." he knew what the offer was even though he was making it sound like it was an offer to bake a cake. He was a gentleman and had a deep sense of propriety in public, of course. But the smile revealed he was on the same page as her. "Oh!" he reacted to her further revelation that his gift was put to good use "Well I am glad to hear that then." he was able to give her something good in a sense in return for her most scintillating company.
Barbara wouldn't really allow either one to linger much and would encourage Max in her classic Barbara way to come with her for a little chat. Once away Barbara would simply ask Max to relay how she felt at this moment.
Max caught a final glance of James, before she was beckoned in Barb’s fashion, A slight brow quirking up — never liking the sort of people Barbara could fit in, but with knowing that after the interview she didn’t need to ever see the woman again if she wished she would not offer some cunty comment. “‘ow I feel?” She echoed, sitting down on the little white sofa with a shrug, those fingers back to holding the long dress together “Uhmm..” She let out a huff “I don’t know..” She honestly admitted “I never like losing anything, but..” there was a short pause filled in with the click of her tongue “I am not t’at devastated to be ‘onest.. I got some cas’ my name’s been out t’ere again, w’ic' is good for business.” She breathed in as she still was thinking “So, comme çi comme ça.” Another shrug “At least I gave ‘I’m a proper goodbye.” Max turned her head to one of the camera’s giving them a wink before she moved up “T’atis it? Or, ya want more?” Earthy sights going from Barbera to the producers and crew behind the camera’s.
The camera cuts out here and goes to James, Em and Ren.
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James would join Em and Ren "I'm sure you know that wasn't easy by any means." picking up champagne from a tray somewhere. He'd lift the glass expecting the other two to join him in a toast "To the future."
Em reaches over to the offered tray of champagne and picks up one of the flutes with the hand holding her rose. She smiles to James as he expresses how difficult the choice was. "I do not envy you your position, James. It's never easy to make a decision that is guaranteed to hurt someone's feelings." She lifts the glass and tries to clink it lightly against his in a light toast, "Here's to more exciting experiences." she'd offer before taking a sip. The production team would usher her and Ren off so that the episode could continue focusing on Ana and Max as they depart.
Ren took her second celebritory glass of champagne from the tray, raising it in toast to Em and James, " to the future,Colonel !, new friends , new experiences !", she smiled at Em , eying her for a long moment then looking up at the man, " Yes It must have been a hard decision, it is SO hard to see anyone go " the production crew began to wrap things up and Em and Ren were heading to the car , when Ren ran back into camera view , " Free DAVID PINK!" blowing a kiss she ran off and out of camera view
Em and Ren return to the mansion and James is taken back to his hidden location via limo.
Barbara ended the show "Thank Y'all so much for tuning in! Be sure to catch the next episode where the Colonel will go on another date with one of the final two. Have a good night Y'all!" Then she would get up. Tear the mic off her jacket and storm off. or at least try to before her heel gets stuck in between the boards of the gazebo. She would struggle for several moments before giving up and leaving the shoe and running away.
Max and Ana may have had their own opinions about why they were not selected, but when asked why James did not pick Max or Ana he responded first about one and then the other "Max is a very sensual young woman and has several very intriguing and unique qualities that even now make me wonder about her. I just never felt like I reached a deeper connection with Max like I did some of the others. I am sure more time and interaction could have changed that but, there was sadly no more time left" The camera cuts out and then refocuses "Ana, yes I did reach a deeper connection with her. And this was truly a hard decision. I could not say that Ana did anything wrong or less, she was charming, funny, and took every challenge like a champ. Our time was too short and who knows if given more time, the rose ceremony would be different. Its done now and I sincerely wish Max and Ana all the very best." Limo is seen driving down the road toward its destination
------ BACK AT THE MANSION ------
After the rose ceremony, Em stepped back into the shade of the Mansion, and folded up her parasol. Setting it by the door of her room, she would lift the rose to her nose again and take another inhale of the sweet fragrance. The camera crew would follow her into her room to see her reaction. Em moves about to try and find a vase in which she could place the rose. The whole set up would be moved to the nightstand beside her bed. That would allow the fragrance to be there when she woke up. She'd then start to talk to the crew as she moved about the room, pulling out some night clothes to change into so she could get out of the fancy gown. "So, it's down to Ren and myself now. I'm not sure what is going to happen from this point. Ren, while she presents herself as a respectful and friendly woman, she seems very fake and polished. Like a pretty stone from a river bed. It might look like a gem, but it's really dense." She disappears behind a privacy screen and starts to change into her sleep clothes. "Don't get me wrong, I don't dislike the woman, but I'm also rather exasperated by the women that try to use slutty clothes and fluttered eyelashes to gain what they want as if a woman's only value is in their body and their looks." She steps out from behind the privacy screen, her gown draped over the side of it and her outfit just a tank and some cotton shorts as she pulls her hair back into a ponytail. "I will never be one of those women that flashes some thigh or cleavage to gain interest of a man. It's just not in me. Now, out you get, so I can get some sleep." She says, shooing the crew out of her room.
Oddly Ren was shocked to have received a rose , glancing to the camera before bolting up the stairs to her 3 room suite , flouncing onto the large ottoman in her closet as she pondered what to wear , " I am sort of shocked , I mean I don't think any man has ever considered , what it would be like to be with me day in and day out , the sex , the fun , the laughter... the sex.. " she went blank for a second as if someone had flipped off a switch , then she was back on.. "and the sex" holding the rose she sniffed it brushing to her cheek , " So it's between Em and I now , she seems nice , very smart, a Doctor after all , though I am a Lawyer , and former Police Lieutenant and exotic dancer , that's like a triple thread or something " glancing to the camera man her head canted , " threat ? are you sure ... okay triple threat , regardless the Colonel could not have chosen 2 more different women! This series is going to go down in the books as Beauty , that's me vs the Brain which is also me , vs the Beast which is her she's kind of like a technicolor badger " , realizing she was rambling she laughed a little standing to change out of her gown , tossing it over the screen and emerging in booty shorts and a see through tank that left little to the imagination. " She wears a lot of the same outfits as my grandma , they are very nice and well made too , I bet they could be great shopping buddies." sighing the blonde went silent a long moment , " I have nothing else to say right now , it's time for bed I will be up in 3 hours 17 minutes see you then !"