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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- begin to scan through the offerings. The pictures of some of the meals seemed to make the portions look massive, so I gave a cursory glance at some of the nearby tables to see if the pictures were accurate to reality.* It's a good thing we're hungry. These plates are huge!

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- bit claustrophobic. I had a moment, that's all. And we're here; the night is lovely, so let's enjoy it. *I still hadn't let go of your hand, at least not until I realized just how large and unyielding the menu was. When it proved to be too much for just one hand, I reluctantly let go so I could -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- to have any immediate questions, and possibly due to some whispered comment the hostess had offered during their brief interlude. I just wanted water for now, something safe for the moment.* I love the RV, and the escape it's offering, but the idea of staying in the hotel room right now seems a -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

*I squeezed your fingers with my own, only half listening to the hostess give us our server's name - Grace, I thought I heard over the blood still rushing past my ears. Grace arrived within moments to take our drink order and then disappeared to give us time to peruse the menu since we didn't seem -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- to you. I saw your look of concern and offered the most reassuring smile I could.* I'm okay. Caught off guard, but I'm fine now. Promise. I think our table is ready. *I gestured to the hostess who had two menus in hand and was waiting patiently for us to follow her.*

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- had my heart pounding in my ears for a few seconds as the moment passed. The hostess gave us a curious glance that I ignored, focusing on you and my breathing and not falling down where I stood. As quickly as it came, it passed. The world moved on and I was holding on. To it. To you. Always -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- Three and not a Two. I was sure I squeezed your arm too tightly, but my world was momentarily crashing in on me, and you were my lifeline. I lost track of how long it was before I sucked in my next breath, but the tiny stars at the edges of my vision told me it was just a touch too long which -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- to wait for the hostess and when we finally got there, it was a simple matter of giving her our names, Gold. It was only when I heard you say, Table for two, that I felt my heart seize and my breath hitch. I struggled for a moment to not lose myself in the spiral of thoughts that we should be a -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- around on the stoves. I could tell I hadn't been around so many people in quite some time; it was almost overwhelming. If I weren't so hungry, I might have suggested we pass on dinner!* Maybe we'll be lucky, and they'll have a table for two off in a quieter corner? *The line wasn't terribly long -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

walls. I turned to you, leaning in so just you would hear.* Too bad they don't have outside dining. It's rather loud in here. *Between the cacophony of voices and the din of music, each time the doors to the kitchen opened, it was a mix of clattering dishes, spraying water, and pans being rattled -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Throwing your weight around town already? *I teased, a smirk tugging at one corner of my mouth. Inside the restaurant, the cooler night air was replaced by artificially cooled and decidedly drier air that was heavily fragranced by the myriad food being served and numerous bodies packed within the -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- sommelier offer wine advice. I wonder what makes them so good at being able to pair which wine with which foods. Do you think they've tried everything themselves, or is it an instinct, like being naturally talented as a cook?

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- up the evening? *Once I had the directions on how to navigate to the restaurant via the gardens out the rear entrance of the hotel, along with reassurances that it was a very short walk, I was once again hugging your arm to my side as we found our way.* It must be interesting to have a wine -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- even told that they offered top-notch steaks to cater to more American tastes, and a sommelier was on staff who could recommend a wine to go with any meal ordered. I was ecstatic when I heard that, turning to you with a wide smile.* That sounds exciting, doesn't it? And a good tiramisu to wrap -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- simply wanting a more refined hotel stay. It wasn't too long before we were back down to the lobby, and I was leading the way over towards the concierge desk and rattling off a barrage of questions about the local eateries. The Italian restaurant on the corner came highly recommended, and I was -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

*Slipping my arm around yours, I followed you back out of the room, down the hall, and to the old elevator. All the while, I couldn't help but look at the old artwork the hung on the walls, the odd mix of old and new decor obviously designed to lure in those seeking ghostly encounters and those -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- not make it appear like I'd been traveling for several hours already.* Aside from being famished, I wonder what kinds of desserts they'll have on the menu. Touristy areas tend to lean towards almost boring dishes. Perhaps they'll surprise us and have some kind of chef's special. What do you think?

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- away to fetch my toiletries bag from the top of the small stack of luggage and disappeared into the ensuite bathroom. Once I was finished, and decided I needed to change into a less wrinkled blouse, I exited the bathroom and and fished out a light blue blouse that would compliment my eyes and -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

- neck.* Now, give a few minutes to freshen up and we can make our way back down to the lobby. Perhaps the lady at the front desk can offer an opinion about the Italian restaurant around the corner and if it's as good as the reviews online say. *I pressed a soft kiss to your lips before stepping -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

In all the years I've known you, you've either been too busy being a businessman or... doing other things where whiskers weren't necessarily prudent. *I gave a nod of approval, slipping from the bed to approach you so I could smooth down your collar where it had caught the hair at the nape of your -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

- up and down my arms, earning even more giggles from me before I could rein them in.* Besides the beast, it lends an air of mystery to you. Just what we need when we head out for dinner. What do you think? The people of Salem won't even know what hit them!

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Don't you dare get rid of it. *I scowled playfully, reaching up to trail the tips of my fingers over said five o'clock shadow and delighting in the rasp of it.* The beastly look serves you well, my darling love. *I wriggled beneath you, especially with the tickle that had goosebumps breaking out -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

- smiling with a bit of mischief behind it.* I did bring some of my books. I'm sure I could come up with a simple spell to point us in the right direction, unless you want to rely solely on what you feel? Between hunger, exhaustion, and any discomfort in your leg, we may miss something that way.

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

- I also doubt that if there is anyone or anything truly magical here, they go around announcing themselves. Salem attracts countless tourists and far too much publicity for that, most of what we would see on the surface, I'd expect to be showboating at best. *I stretched up to kiss your cheek, -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Nothing is screaming out at me that there's magic here, I'll admit. *I set the pamphlets aside, along with my purse, on the bureau. I watched you on the bed for all of a moment before climbing up to join you, happily stretching out beside you so I could nestle my head against your shoulder.* But, -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

- my mind already half-wandering to the idea of food. One of the pamphlets had listed several options close by but the Italian one that was just at the end of the city block sounded divine. Garlic bread, pasta, and wine seemed like a fabulous way to celebrate our first night in Salem!*

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

- that was decorated far more modernly than I had anticipated, despite the images scattered throughout the pamphlets.* Wouldn't it be exciting if we saw a ghost while we were here? It's probably a good thing John isn't here. He'd probably scare off any spirits lurking about. *I gave a soft laugh,-

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

- in particular, has a history of a lady in white walking through it, and chairs moving. Doors, too. *Behind me, the bellboy with the cart of luggage made a sound of affirmation but nothing further. I waited to see how you'd react as I took the keycard and opened the door, stepping into the room -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

- towards the right wing of the hallway, I finally revealed my favorite part of the hotel - something I knew might leave you either amused or perturbed, depending on how hungry you were at the moment.* And, just to let you know, supposedly the hotel is the most haunted hotel in America. Our room, -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

- trying to solve for months. Beyond that, I continued, informing you about the more famous history of the hotel - U.S. Presidents and a whole list of celebrities claimed to have stayed at the hotel through the years. When the doors to the elevator slid open and we exited the elevator to walk -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

- work, haven't you? The Scarlet Letter was always a favorite of mine. And gothic romance is one of my favorite genres, so of course I've read House of the Seven Gables many times. I should have put two and two together before! *I laughed like I'd just discovered the answer to a riddle I'd been -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

- sixth floor, I stepped closer to your side to slip my arm around yours so I could properly divulge the mysteries of The Hawthorne to you.* I always wondered where the name The Hawthorne came from and now I know. Nathanial Hawthorne, the writer. I'm sure you've heard of him, or at least of his -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

*Pamphlets! As soon as I had them in hand, I was scanning through each one for every possible bit of information they offered that wasn't already available on the internet while preparing for our adventure. As soon as the doors of the ancient elevator slid closed and I depressed the button for the -

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Wannabee001 (Finally the neighbors got their own satellite dish) @wannabee001.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

//Good evening. Tonight we have a #RumbellePlus writing with @lureofmagick.bsky.social and @priceofmagick.bsky.social at the Hawthorne Hotel in Salem. Let's see what adventures they find for themselves in this beautiful old city well known for it's supernatural and magical history! #CostOfMagick

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

- explore that further when we had a bit more time and freedom to do so.* @johndove1.bsky.social

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

- checking in so we don't hold you up out here for too long. *Once I saw @johndove1.bsky.social get up from his seat, I reached for your hand.* Once we're in the room, we can decide on food, resting, or exploring. How's that? *I tabled the discussion of magic for now, but I definitely wanted to -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

- softly stroking your warm skin for a moment while I lost myself in your gaze. I had to tear myself away or we'd be holding up traffic in the middle of Salem in the RV! With a smile, I turned to look at @johndove1.bsky.social.* John, would you be so kind as to grab our bags? We'll be inside, -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

*I winked at you, carefully putting the camera in the camera bag so that I wouldn't dare risk damaging it so soon after getting it.* You've nothing to be jealous of, my love. But it would be fun to get a picture of something spooky, wouldn't it? *I reached over to cup your cheek, my thumb -

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Wannabee001 (Finally the neighbors got their own satellite dish) @wannabee001.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

// Our #RumbellePlus is RPing tonight. #CostOfMagick. Immediately upon reaching Salem, Rumple senses magic there. It's a different kind of magic. It appears to be hidden. Will they discover it's source? Can they access it? @lureofmagick.bsky.social @priceofmagick.bsky.social @johndove1.bsky.social

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

- beautiful brick-facade building with a green awning announcing the Hawthorne Hotel.* Just to warn you, the hotel is supposed to be haunted. I thought it might give us some excitement for the night.

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

- to more types of magic. Not that I had much of an idea of what kinds could be out there or how even to find them. Or what it could mean. It was a dangerous idea, after all, but it could add a layer of excitement to our travels. It wasn't terribly long before John pulled to a stop in front of a -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

- concentrated on the road.* Maybe it's just our, or your type of magic that's gone from the world now? Wouldn't it be interesting to find that there are all kinds of different variations of magic in the world? *I grew quiet, camera forgotten in my lap while I imagined more adventures that lead -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

Sounds more like what people consider an actual witch. *I gave a soft laugh before turning just enough to raise the camera to capture a candid photo of you sitting there beside me. I was even able to turn the camera and zoom in to take one of John and his rather severe profile while he -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

- whirling past. Fortunately, I noticed the signs directing trucks and large vehicles which way to go, which made me breathe a little easier.* Is it just me or does it even feel like Storybrooke? I can't quite explain it, though.

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

- work in maneuvering this thing through the town. I can't imagine all of the streets are very wide. *No sooner had we retaken our seats than I felt the first sharp turn of the RV and looked to see John winding and winding and winding the large steering wheel, the world beyond the windshield -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

- year-long Halloween theme. Aside from that, behind the tourist-theming, everything seemed... normal, if dated, considering a lot of the older houses and buildings dated back to as early as the eighteenth century.* We should probably sit down. I imagine John is going to have to do some miracle -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

Very. *I leaned into your warmth, the weight of the camera resting easily in my hand. For a moment, I even rested my head against your shoulder, watching the outskirts of Salem pass outside the window. So far, it wasn't much different than Storybrooke, only there was a blatant lean into the -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

- ornate plaques with dates that houses had commemorating their original name and dates built.* How fascinating!

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

- it out like a child. As we drove past some of more modern apartment buildings, a school, and even some old warehouse-looking buildings and finally reached houses that seemed to jump out of the pages of a history book, I started rattling off tidbits I'd learned especially in regard to the -

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Belle Gold (Parody) @lureofmagick.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

- time to see the first sign announcing a turn-off to get to Salem. The miles seemed to fly by and stretch on for eternity at the same time. I was impatient! As soon as I saw the sign pointing out the obvious, Entering Salem, I reached for your hand and gave it an excited squeeze while pointing -

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