[center][h1][Color=F48CA7]Josephine Clark[/color][/h1]
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[hr][center][Color=F48CA7]Location:[/color] Qasr El Nil Barracks[/center][hr]

Josephine was drinking a healthy amount of Scotch when Peter's words were uttered about him wanting to marry Vera. She almost spat out her drink, but being a lady (and liking alcohol quite a bit) made her hold it in. However, she gave a look of utter shock at Peter. Was it not obvious to the man that her heart belonged to another? Even then, he seemed keen on getting her whether she truly wanted it or not, considering he was asking the old man for her hand. She always hated that custom. The woman should get the deciding vote in marriage, considering it was her life she was giving up to be with another.

It was obvious to her that Vera and Drake had feelings for each other. She had fun teasing her, but she was in no way looking to spoil the woman's future with the man. She hoped perhaps her throwing herself at Drake would spark Vera's desire and fight for her man. It seemed to not be the case. She wondered if all British ladies were like that. She pitied them. You had to fight for what you wanted and sometimes it left you black and blue, but it was worth it.

Before she was fully aware, the dancer and the soldier made their way out of the room. She assumed the two would be going to have a bit of fun. Haakon also excused himself and asked for her. She sighed simply, it seemed the night was over. She stood up, [color=F48CA7]"I suppose I am quite tired, darling. You gentlemen have a good night."[/color] She didn't bother to offer Peter his congratulations. He didn't deserve it, considering Vera hadn't said yes yet and if she had any sense, she wouldn't.

As she and Haakon left, she turned to look at the reporter, [color=F48CA7]'Really, darling, you must stop apologizing. Show some backbone! He is only one man and you did nothing wrong, but ask some questions. Speaking of which, I saw what you scribbled. It seems we may have the same thought. I find it awfully convenient that Peter has made his return now. I don't know the man well, but there is something more going on here. That much I am sure."[/color]