The weather was finally changing from cold miserable and wet with fog filled mornings to brilliant sunshine and warm summer breezes. Banshee decided this evening was the perfect time to take a stroll with her friend IrinaPetrov. As they approached the streets music and loud voices could be heard. An odd looking man stumbled towards them and thrust a flyer into their hands

Come one, come all!

Summer Spectacular

One of a kind trinkets by Mrs. Peacock,
Madam Scarlett’s famous palm readings,
Mustard’s hot dog carts and Iced White lemonade,
The Reverend will be on the Green giving a sermon every afternoon,
Or perhaps an experiment with the good Professor takes your fancy?

Looking at each other with heightened excitement they both dashed forwards, leaving a cloud of muscular men behind them looking confused. They approached Madam Scarlett’s palm reading booth, her eyes closed as they entered

“I sense two women looking for answers” Her right eyelid twitching slightly. IrinaPetrov raised an eyebrow at Banshee.

“One woman does not believe” Madam Scarlett declared as her eyes sprung open while she waved her hand at the two seats across the table from her. Banshee laid her hands upon the table as she took a seat and leant forwards with excitement. Madam Scarlett snatched her hand up and flipped it over, dragging her nails over Banshee’s palm.

“I see powerful men in your future, you must not let them near you in a kitchen if there are candlesticks nearby”  
 
Banshee laughed “Why would I be in a kitchen?”

Madam Scarlett dug her nails into Banshee’s palm, painfully drawing blood

“Heed this warning! Be careful who you share your weaknesses with. Some people can’t wait for the opportunity to use them against you”

A small herd of muscular men began to surround the table as Banshee snatched her hand away.

“Now, now boys. I think it’s clear that the Madam has been dabbling in some of New York’s finest products, otherwise she would know my only weakness is shoes.” Standing and linking arms with IrinaPetrov, Banshee gave a small nod to the men around her before walking away from the booth. 

IrinaPetrov approached an old woman stood by some odd looking trinkets, playing with the material of a beautiful blue dress hung nearby before a deep voice made her jump. Turning they are met with Dr_KennethNoisewater, Curtis and IvanRomanov propping each other up clinging to lemonade cups with goofy grins plastered on their faces. IrinaPetrov laughed before turning back to the dress only to see it missing, looking around she spots the beautiful material being swished around by Barry as he attempts to waltz with it. Banshee shook her head knowing they had been up to no good and that part of the mischievous gang was missing, it didn't take long to locate the missing person. DeadlySin was riding the hot dog cart down a hill with a ladies pink hat on, while throwing buns at anyone he rolled past. 

Irina always enjoyed the time spent with Banshee and today was no exception. What had started out as a girls day out had quickly turned into quite the adventure. Irina was still giggling over the comments of the gypsy woman in the tent. Candlesticks and kitchens. What a ridiculous notion. They stumbled out of the tent, giggling as they most often did together. Irina noticed some pretty things laid out near the tent and she pulled Banshee along with her to inspect them.

It was then that they saw Dr_KennethNoisewater, Curtis and IvanRomanov behaving in true celebratory form. She watched them carrying on and when she turned back to the pretties, the dress she had had her eye on was gone.Banshee nudged her in the direction of Barry waltzing off with the dress. She was about to call out to him when her eyes landed on the sight of DeadlySin riding the hot dog cart. She burst into hysterical laughter, doubling over as tears fell from her eyes. There certainly was never a dull moment in this city. Once she finally recovered, she straightened up, wiping the tears from her face and once again linked arms with Banshee.

"Well darling, I do fancy myself an experiment. Shall we take a stroll and see what the good Professor has up his sleeve. As long as there are no kitchens and candlesticks involved of course!" With that they both dissolved into another laughing fit as they sauntered off.

With a slight skip in their steps, @IrinaPetrov and Banshee headed towards a tent with a curious sign outside  

Volunteers required for experimental tasting 

The future is Plum 
Plum Brandy 
Plum Liqueur  
Plum Gin 
Plum Wine 
Plum Vodka 
Plum Cocktails 

Squinting down at a small sentence at the bottom Banshee read it out loud 

"Every volunteer must be aware that side effects from this experiment include but are not limited to; permanent blindness, tongue paralysis and death"

Banshee looked at @IrinaPetrov 

Irina listened carefully as Banshee read the very, very fine print. Then she looked at her dear friend. For a moment they just stared at each other. Then a smile broke out on Irina's face and she shrugged.

"What harm could really come to us. I saw no mention of any kitchens. Or candlesticks for that matter..." She let a soft giggle escape. "It's liquor! Aside from shoes... That's our second favorite thing." She cocked her head to the side and waited for a response from Banshee. She was usually the more level-headed of the two.

Banshee laughed and shook her head 

"Well, if worst comes to worst maybe a second drink will reverse whichever wonderful side effect happens" Banshee nods and steps forwards "Oh wait! if its tongue thing we should come up with a code...if I flap my hands like this and start jumping up and down...I need another drink" 

Banshee laughs and grabs @IrinaPetrov by the hand 

"Ready?"
 

Irina giggles as she squeezes her friends hand. 

"There is no time like the present my dear. And if I become blind, will you at least lead the drink to my mouth?"

They both dissolved into a fit of giggles as they headed inside the tent, ready to quench their deep thirsts.

Dr_Kenneth finished off his lemonade and went off on his search for something a bit more fermented. After wandering around for a few moments he notice Banshee and Irina standing in front of a sign laughing uncontrollably. Intrigued he began meandering closer and closer until he was able to read the sign for himself. 

"Plum, plum, plum... Well this is just plum rotten..." 

Dr_Kennth started laughing hysterically. With tears rolling down his cheek he turned away from the tent and began to run after DeadlySin on the hotdog cart.