h2g2 The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: Earth Edition

*Maria rolls her eyes at Simon and concentrates on her meal.*

*Marisol, emboldened by the wi... food and by Abel Body's absence, turns to June again*

Jean, perhaps we can have a quiet word before desert?

*She waves her hand towards the door.*

*enters*

I believe that Mr.Body may be a while on this call. May I clear your dishes and invite you to the freedom of the house while he's other wise engaged before dessert?

Simon finishes his wine, giving Maria a knowing smile.

*She's hinted herself in the past that she'd love to explore some of the business avenues I'm familiar with. The old boy's just too much of an idealist", he thinks.

Simon sets down his fork and knife, finishes his wine, and excuses himself to the Billiards Room for an after-dinner game. A87775447

*She takes a sip of wine, still wondering about the purpose of the dinner party. She decides to follow Simon to the billiards room, wine in hand.*

*June fills her glass and stands*

Certainly, Marisol, where should we go?

I believe the library would be suitable.

*Sweeps out*

*clears the table of dishes and returns them to the kitchen to make sure the cook is fit to make dessert*

*follows Marisol to the library*

*Marisol enters, frowning, and leaves a few minutes later, frowning harder.*