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Elaine was not sure just how long she had been sleeping slumped on this table, but when she woke up, the bar was empty, and it was next day. She stood up a little stiffly, and pushed her hair out of her face. She must look a mess, but she is beyond caring.

She wanders around the room, very hungry. She has seen people order from the bar, but is not quite sure how to do it. Most of the early patrons of the bar are men, and Elaine is shy of them. I do hope there is a place to sleep properly for me later...I do not wish to spend another night on a table.

Finally, Elaine manages to climb upon a barstool and sits, unable to read the menu board or any of the other signs in the bar. She chews on her lip and fiddles shyly with her death note.

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*Val appears from the staff quarters, adjusting her skirts, and walking up to the lady.*

Good evening, ma'am. Can I get you anything?

Elaine has not met this lady yet, and smiles a bit shyly. "I am rather hungry...how would I go about getting something to eat? I only just got here last night, and I am still unsure of how things work."

*Val smiles kindly at her*

Oh, that's not a problem. You can ask any of the barstaff or waitstaff, such as myself for whatever you'd like to eat. Or, you could just ask the bar. There's a charm on it, which will make it produce whatever you ask it for. Here, let me show you. Bar, could I have a glass of water, please?

*A glass of ice water with lemon appears on the bar, which Val hands to the woman*

So, can I get you anything?

"May I have a bowl of stew please, and some bread?" The fare was simple and she didn't need much.

"I am sorry I have not introduced myself. My name is Elaine Le Blanke."

*As she speaks, the food appears on the bar, a hearty beef stew with vegetables, and a small round loaf of bread, along with a spoon.*

It's a pleasure to meet you, Ms. Le Blanke. I'm Valentine Wiggin.

*She holds out her hand to shake.*

Elaine takes Valentine's hand and gives it a squeeze; where she is from, women do not shake hands. "It is lovely to meet you as well. It is so strange, being here...but it seems a nice place in which to stay for a while. May I ask if there are rooms where one may sleep? And...if I can procure other clothing? This raiment is lovely," she said, gesturing to her elaborate dress and jewels, "but it does get rather hard to wear after a time."

It is a nice place to stay, really. There are so many really nice people here. Everyone seems to be caring and helpful.

*She plops on a stool beside Elaine*

Well, you could probably try and ask the bar for something. It gave my brother a sweater the other day, and as a joke, gave me a flotation thingy.

"Well...I would not be surprised. This bar seems to be very generous..." Blanche wasn't going to try that just now, though. She was going to see what happened in the bar before she left to go to bed, whereever that might be. "So...I would ask the bar for say...a key to a room?"

Sure. Whenever you want to go to bed, just ask the bar for a key, and it'll oblige.

*She smiles, leaning on the bar a bit*

Elaine lets out a sigh of relief. Now she thinks she can really..."live"...here. "I am so grateful for your help and for Snow White's last night. I was terribly confused when I came here, and you both have been so helpful. I am still confused, but at least I can now find my way a little." She looks around the bar. In a wondering voice, she says, "There are so many different kinds of people here. I have been so...sheltered all my life. Everything is so new..." I only wish Lancelot could have seen it with me, she thought, but dared not voice aloud.

*Val smiles gently*

Hey, that's why we're here. We want to help people, and make certain that they're comfortable. The Bar does odd things sometimes, bringing people here from all over, and it's our job to make certain that everyone who's here is comfortable.

There are so many different kinds of people here, you're completely right. It's actually rather fascinating sometimes to see everyone.

*Her eyes sparkle*

If you're going to be around for a while, feel free to come find me if you have questions of any sort.

"Thank you...I will." Elaine turns to eat the stew that has been placed before her. It is excellent.

*Val grins at her, taking her tray*

Well, I'll let you eat. If you need anything, please feel free to flag me down.

*Snow approaches the table*

Hello, Elaine. How have you been settling in?

Elaine smiles at Snow. "I am fine, thank you so much for helping me last night. Valentine has been telling me a few more things that I should know."

It takes a little while to adjust to the place, but I think you'll find your niche here.

Elaine nods slightly. Though she is still grieved, things do not bother her so much as when she was alive. "I think so, as well."

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