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[Locked from Horror and Carnival]

It shouldn't be. How can it be? Why?

Why here? Why when I want to be here? How can they do that? Of course I know how but it's just.......

Zel? Does anyone do this sort of thing with you guys? Change like that? How does anyone just accept that?!

Why?

[Locked from Horror]

Who knew costumes could be so much fun? A costume is a little like a uniform, I suppose, you put it on and you're not quite the same, though who you are in it is still a part of you as a whole in your everyday life.

I'm just not sure, though....will a scar add to or take away from the look?

[Private, viewable by Stan and Zel]

Things have been very peaceful, as they always are this month, but.....it seems as though not everyone is so fortunate. I've noticed some decidedly jumpy people around these days, and I've heard some complaints that sound awfully close to those I heard from the employees of The Room. I don't know what Dad does at this time of the year, but maybe he doesn't go as completely away as I thought.

[Locked from Horror]

October is the month where I'm surrounded by reminders of Dad and yet it's the month when I'm freest. As far back as I can remember, he's left wherever we were for the entire month.

I'm enjoying myself. It was a risk, I suppose, but it works for me. I fit, and I want to fit here. I like working. I'm used to traveling. I'm used to different faces every day. There are no closets in tents.

[Zel]

You're quiet. How's everything?

I'm used to traveling, and seeing new faces all the time. That part's not hard at all. Not having to oversee everything and keep things in check is.....different. I'm not sure when I turned into the one who handled the responsibilities, but I did. It wasn't even necessary, exactly, unless you take into account people and their feelings.

I hope everyone is okay. October at The Room won't be difficult for anyone, at least.

[Private]

He knows.
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Viewing at The Room this week-end will consist of creature features. If you want to see cities destroyed and people eaten, this is the place to be.

I didn't mean to fall asleep. I told you I was tired. Still, it's not exactly what a good host does, is it? I'm sorry. I was really comfortable, though, and  I was Free movies don't do much good if the only other person in the room falls asleep halfway through. You kept up your end of the deal, so I think it's only fair to let you in again if you want to.

The popcorn was really good. Thank you.

[Private]

Dad raised me to be a completely awkward person socially. Or, not raising me turned me into one. How is it that he's so charming when he wants to be? The whole time he's smiling at someone I just know he's picturing their blood all over his hands or sliding down their throats to stain their clothes. I just want to be able to treat them the way I should.

Alright, viewing at The Room this week-end will be zombie themed. Slow ones, fast ones, rabid ones, Spanish ones, all kinds.

To employees, if you'd like more hours, now is the time to ask. I could use the help and if anyone needs the pay, you'll have it.

[Locked from Horror]

I don't know if he does it to get me back, or if it's just fun to torture me at the same time he tortures someone else. Oh, who am I kidding. He doesn't care if I'm there or not. He's just having fun. He knows it bothers me.  It also means, though, that I'll have to go back. At least to work. I can't leave them alone with him. It's been too long already. I thought he was distracted enough to leave them be for a bit.....but I was wrong. Surprise.

I found an old book on a park bench today. Someone must have dropped it there and forgotten it. It's a copy of 'Something Wicked This Way Comes'. Dad has a copy, though I've never read it. Maybe I'll do that tonight.

[Zel]

Thank you! The locks and the food were both wonderful. Is there anything I can do for you, Zel? How long are you going to be out there?

[Locked from Horror]

It's warm. I can't remember if you're supposed to take a hot shower or a cool one if you want to cool off. I'm thinking it's hot. You know it's humid out when all you can think of is a shower after you make a run to the corner store....and I just took a bath before leaving, too. I don't know why you have a rubber duck, Zel, but it's cute. There's something about having one floating around that makes a bath complete. (Even if it's a little....different.)

I think I'll spend the afternoon reading. After a shower.

[Locked from Horror]

I decided to get away for a little while. Dad's been busy with who knows what, and I don't mind. Things seem pretty calm, so I'll take my chance. If anyone has any trouble with him or anything else at work, just call me or text me.

If I had known the internet could have brought me a good employee, I would have asked a long time ago.

Dad has been acting very good-natured and satisfied. I don't know why, and it's always a toss-up as to whether I'm better off knowing why or not. He's also been poking around the kitchen, and if he doesn't stop that soon I'm going to have to start ordering take-out.

[Private]

I did not get to pick the movies in the private theatre this week-end.

Orca? That's just great. I'm not watching it. I'm also going to be avoiding water. Thanks a lot, Dad.

Ever finish a really great book and are disappointed that not only is it the end, but that you have absolutely nothing else to read? This is me right now. I don't even have the time to go find another book. I've been interviewing potential employees and......not only is it taking up all my time, but where are the decent people? Someone half-way normal has to be desperate enough to work for us.

[Private]

I hope hope hope he gives me Saturday night in the private room. I want to watch 'Rosemary's Baby' and 'The Shining'.