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posted by Rubyrings
“Brilliant, Susan!” cried Jenna, as the three girls and one dog got off the bus, just a little ways from the best hotel in the city. “How did you know to come here?”
Susan blushed. “I sort of – hitched a ride with the Beatles when they came here. It was the best way to get to meet them. Only it didn’t work,” she added sadly. “Paul didn't – he didn't talk to me – but it wasn't his fault! I sort of – forget myself around him,” she admitted, brown-haired head downcast.
“Did you try writing Paul a letter?” Emma interjected here. “I don’t think you need to tell him not to ask you out, but maybe....”
“You just need to get him to notice you,” was Jenna’s opinion. “Make sure he remembers you. Ringo remembers me. Or Butch, anyway,” she added with a mischievous grin.
Susan smiled, but then her face fell as she thought about their mission. “We need to find them first.”
“We will,” Emma assured her, offering her new friend a bright smile. “And the Beatles will have to notice us when we do!”
The group approached the entrance to the hotel. It was a grand sort of entrance, very big and very beautiful. The girls pushed through the double doors, right past a startled doorman.
“Miss,” he began to say to Jenna, “you can’t bring that dog in here....”
But the girls were already inside and halfway to the front desk.
Jenna marched right up to the front desk. “Are the Beatles still here?” she demanded without preamble.
The gentleman behind the desk regarded her stiffly. “I’m not permitted to give out guest information.” His eyes then landed on Butch. “And you’ll have to take your dog outside, young lady. No pets allowed. Hotel policy.”
Jenna ignored this.
“You can tell us about the Beatles,” Emma assured him. “We’re their girlfriends.” She smiled winningly.
The desk clerk looked them up and down. “Right, and I'm Brian Epstein. I think I know the Beatles’ girlfriends after seeing them coming in and out all week. Now run along and bother someone else with your wild tales.”
“But those aren’t their girlfriends!” cried Susan, again unable to keep quiet. “Not really. They’re only pretending – the Beatles are in danger....”
“When did you see those girls?” Emma put in, at the same time. “Last night? Were the Beatles with them? Where did they go?”
The desk clerk glared at her. “That’s enough! I’ve got more important things to do than listen to a lot of teenagers and their nonsense. Now go away before I call security. And take that dog with you!”
The girls backed away from the desk. “Now what do we do?” whispered Emma, as the girls took shelter in a corner next to a huge potted plant, where, hopefully, the desk clerk couldn't see them. “Can we get into the Beatles’ room? Do you know where that is, too?” she added hopefully to Susan.
Susan shook her head. “No,” she whispered regretfully. “I didn't get that far, I told you....”
“That’s easy enough, if you want to,” a new voice put in from behind them. “But the Beatles won’t be there.”
Emma, Jenna, and Susan turned round. The speaker was a petite, black-haired girl in a beautiful red dress and lots of makeup. She looked a little older than they were, maybe seventeen. The girls wondered if she was a guest at this posh hotel. She might easily have been an actress or a fashion model.
“Do you know where they are?” Emma asked the newcomer right away.
Karen shook her head, looking frustrated. “All I know is where they’re not. I’ve been calling up friends, asking if anyone has seen anything of them. They’re the Beatles; they’re not that hard to keep track of. But no one’s seen them at all since yesterday night. I thought they might be hiding in their hotel room for some reason, but they were supposed to have checked out today, and the hotel staff hasn’t seen them or asked them to leave. Besides, I can’t find anyone who saw them get back in yesterday....”
The other three fans stared at her in amazement. “What are you, a private detective?” Jenna demanded.
The pretty girl shook her head again, this time with a small laugh. “Hardly,” she said, though she looked rather flattered at the thought. “I work at a makeup store. My name’s Karen Dale.” There was a chorus of hellos as the other girls all told Karen their names. Jenna introduced Butch, too. “But I know everything that goes on round here,” Karen added. “I’ve been keeping track of the Beatles all week. I had to. I know someone’s out to get them, but they wouldn’t let me protect them. And now they’ve disappeared.” Her dark blue eyes filled with sadness.
“And it’s not that hard to figure out who they’re in danger from,” added Jenna angrily. Butch growled again. “Their so-called girlfriends.”
Karen studied her a moment, then her face lit up. “The girlfriends – of course! It all fits. Those voices I heard, talking about getting rid of the Beatles – they were women’s voices. And they said they were going to take advantage of the Beatles looking for girlfriends to do it. I thought they meant they were going to strike when the Beatles had all their fans mad at them for abandoning us, but....”
“They meant they were going to date our Beatles themselves, and then – lure them away somewhere!” Jenna finished, black pigtails swinging as she bounced on the balls of her feet.
Susan was more subdued, still thinking about the first part of what Karen had said. “You heard someone talking about getting rid of the Beatles?” she asked in a small voice.
Karen nodded. “At work. I was going to give them a piece of my mind when I heard it, I can tell you, but I never saw who it was. So I went straight to the Beatles’ hotel room to warn them. I told them they were in danger and that I would protect them. I told them I would be George’s girlfriend, and that John, Ringo, and Paul could find other fans to date them who would protect them, too.”
Emma, Jenna, and Susan nodded. “Us,” they said together.
“But George refused me,” Karen went on, pouting her glossy lips and looking hurt. Emma, Jenna, and Susan wondered if anyone had ever refused Karen before, and found themselves doubting it. “He said they were looking for girlfriends who weren’t Beatles fans. Have you ever heard of anything so ridiculous?”
“They what?!” Jenna’s green eyes flashed.
“I – I don’t believe it,” whispered Susan, big blue eyes filling with tears. “They were really looking for girls who aren’t fans?”
Only Emma didn’t look surprised. “Of course,” she muttered. “What girl says ‘don’t go out with me’ more than a non-fan? The Beatles couldn’t resist a challenge like that, especially John. So Emily did use better reverse psychology than me....”
“Not for long,” Jenna put in fiercely, underlining her point by punching her fist against the wall. “Unless John likes girls who try to ‘get rid of him’....”
“First we have to find them,” Karen reminded them. “And that’s a problem.” She tapped her long, red fingernails against the rim of the potted plant as she spoke. “I’ve asked everyone I know. I’ve checked every place they might have gone to. I know they went to a posh restaurant with those ugly upstarts last night – while they were supposed to be saying goodbye to us, no less – but no one I can find has seen them before or since. I’m not giving up, of course,” she added fiercely, “not until I know what’s happened to them. But we might be too late. The Beatles have vanished.”
posted by 80smusiclover1
"So, George, what else did you and Pattie do since the time you started dating?", asked Mike while their lunch was being prepared. George replied, "Good question! Just yesterday, we had a morning swim at the pool and drank some tasty strawberry lemonade. We then returned to Grafton Street and ate at an Italian restaurant, which also happens to be one of Dublin's best, later that evening." Mike said, "That's bloody fantastic! I can tell you enjoyed yourselves very much." George said, "Mm-hmm! We certainly did." Pattie and Laura agreed. The former then asked, "And what time did you set our ride...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
We now rejoin George, Pattie, Laura, Mike, and the other Beatles in their morning walk, and I am happy to say that they're having a grand time with it together! At this point, it had taken them to the city square where something intriguing seemed to be in preparation stage. Laura asked, "Oooh! What's going on there, daddy George?" George took a closer look and replied, "Hmm...Judging by those floats, I can sense a parade of some sorts coming up, Laura, darling." Laura remarked, "Yeah. I can see that, too." John said, "And it's no ordinary parade, actually! That's the annual St. Patrick's Day...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
Meanwhile, in the outskirts of Dublin, Adam was still on the run from the wrath of the hairdresser. However, he had become exhausted and didn't have any other option but to rest for a while. He said as he lied down on the grass, "I can't believe it. I just can't believe it! I've been given a verbal thrashing by one of the members of that insect band! Oh, well. Why bother? That bird really needs him more at the end of the day. Now, I hope the hairdresser won't find me here..." He then fell asleep. Unfortunately, more trouble was around the corner. You see, this grassy area is actually close...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
By the time breakfast was over, Pattie waited alongside Paul, Ringo, and Mike at the lobby while George, John, and Laura went to book a special van service for their visit to County Wexford courtesy of the hotel's tourism agent. Paul asked, "Say, how was George able to win your heart?" Pattie replied, "Well, this actually happened last week. I was just waiting for my breakfast order when he came to my table and asked me if I'd like to talk with him for a while. At first, I was surprised, albeit in a pleasant way, to see a Beatle ask such a question in a straight manner. Then, I gladly accepted...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
After capping off their meal with gelato cakes for dessert, George, Pattie, and Laura left the restaurant with their stomachs satisfied and hearts happy. They then decided to spend the next hour walking around another corner of the Street so that their food would be completely digested. Afterwards, they headed back to the hotel. George asked, "Pattie, now that Adam is gone, would you like to stay with Laura and I in our room for the rest of our vacation?" She replied, "Absolutely, George! That's exactly what I've been thinking a while ago." George said, "Splendid! However, since we're not married...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
"What a lovely restaurant this is!", remarked Pattie as the trio were led by one of the servers to their table. George replied, "Indeed! I've also heard that it's among Dublin's best for Italian fare." Laura added, "And we will be able to sit at a quiet corner!" Pattie said, "Great! That means no rude customers disturbing us, too." George said, "Precisely, love!" They soon took their seats and were given the menus. While browsing them, Laura remarked, "The food all looks so good, daddy George!" He replied, "It certainly does, Laura, darling! What type of pizza would you like us to get?" She...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
Once they got dressed up, George and Laura were on their way back to Grafton Street to find a lovely restaurant for the dinner date. Laura asked while walking, "What do you think should we have for this upcoming dinner, daddy George?" George replied, "Hmm...How about some good ol' pizza, Laura, darling? I'm sure Pattie will really enjoy that." Laura said, "Wow! Absolutely! I'm sure about that, too." "Wonderful!", said George. It wasn't long until the two found an Italian restaurant, which also happened to be one of the city's best. Thankfully, because it was a weekday, they were able to reserve...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
It was exactly 9:00 pm when the concert came to an end. The Beatles then had a little autograph session with their fans while Laura managed to find and collect three shamrocks, which she discovered at the back of the stage. They packed up their instruments afterwards. Mike said, "That was a bloody splendid gig, brother!" Paul replied, "Thank you! Yes, we had so much fun ourselves." George added, "Indeed, me mate. Indeed!" John, Ringo, and Laura nodded in agreement as Mike smiled in response. George said, "Well, Laura and I will be having a special meeting soon, so we'll see you all after about...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
Now that Saturday was in full swing, the group started off for St. Stephen's Green shortly after lunch time. When they made it and entered through the main gate, Ringo exclaimed, "Wow! This place is gorgeous!" Sparkie made a noise that sounded like he was saying, "Indeed, it is!" George replied, "Yes, I can see why this is a favorite park among those living here in the city. It's perfect for taking a break from all the hustle and bustle!" Laura remarked, "That's so true, daddy George. Maybe I'll be able to find some shamrocks while we are here as well!" George winked and said, "Certainly, Laura,...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
After finishing and paying for their banana split, George and Laura resumed their Street tour with Pattie now joining them. As they strolled along the sidewalk, George said, "Say, I just got a lovely idea, Pattie!" She replied, "Yes? What is it, George?" He continued, "Since I will be having a concert with me mates at St. Stephen's Green on March 5, which is a Saturday, Laura and I were thinking about taking a night walk there afterwards. What do ye say?" Pattie remarked, "Ooh, sounds great! I'd love to." George replied, "Wonderful! Our concert will be taking place at eight in the evening,...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
Pattie took a deep breath and began sharing what she had planned to tell George. She said, "Okay, so this may come as quite shocking to you, but it's the awful truth. You see, I've been trapped in a troubled relationship with my boyfriend for some time now. His name is Adam. Everything was fine at first. Until, for some reason, he started acting up and neglecting me by a lack of visits even before this vacation of ours. As a matter of fact, after three days, he STILL hasn't returned to the hotel! I already wanted out with him, but no matter how much I try to, he always threatened to call my...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
A couple of hours later, the Beatles, Laura, and Mike were now on their way to Grafton Street. George was giving his daughter a shoulder ride during the walk and told her, "I've got a special surprise which I know you'll love while we are at the Street, Laura, darling!" She replied, "Ooh! Sounds very exciting, daddy George! I can hardly wait for that." George smiled and said, "I'm glad, my dear." Laura smiled back in response. By the time they made it there, the place was also bustling with the spirit of St. Patrick's Day. Almost all of the shops and restaurants were decorated with banners...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
"Hello there, pretty lady! Mind if I have a little chat with ye?", asked George when he was finally at her table. The fact it was a Beatle who asked her that and in a straight manner gave her quite a surprise, though it was a pleasant one. She smiled at him and replied, "Why, certainly! Please have a seat." He then did so in a flash. George said, "Great! So, what is your name?" The lady said, "My name is Patricia Boyd, but you can just call me Pattie for short." George remarked, "That's a lovely name. Veddy nice to meet you, Pattie!" She replied, "Thank you. Nice to meet you, too. You must...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
Next morning, George and Laura woke up feeling refreshed and went ahead of the others to the hotel's restaurant for breakfast. As they browsed the menu after getting their table, George said, "Wow. The food all looks so tasty, eh?" Laura replied, "Indeed, it does, daddy George." He continued, "What would you like to get, Laura, darling?" She said, "Hmm...I think I'll try the waffles with scrambled eggs and chicken sausages. I'll also get a glass of orange juice for my drink." George replied, "Okay, that sounds good. For myself, I'll get the bacon, mushroom, and cheese omelette with brewed coffee...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
The check-in process went smoothly for our heroes by the time they made it to their hotel, which is located in downtown Dublin. They then relaxed in each of their rooms for the remainder of the afternoon once everything had been settled. Afterwards, at exactly 6:00 pm, they all met again in the lobby and proceeded to look for a restaurant. As they did so and after getting their orders, they started planning out their go-to list. George was studying his maps when he gasped with a pleasantly surprised tone upon seeing a certain place. Laura asked, "Yes, daddy George? What is it?" He replied while...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
"Wake up, Laura, darling! We're almost there!", said George as he gently shook his daughter, who decided to take a siesta in the middle of the ride. She slowly did so until her eyes opened wide upon seeing the Irish tricolor being flown on top of the Dublin ferry port. At that moment, Laura exclaimed, "Yes! Now it's on to the real deal! Thanks for waking me up, daddy George." He replied, "You're veddy welcome, my dear." The group soon disembarked from the ferry and were greeted with the sound of local folk songs, which were playing as the port's in-house music. John said, "I can already feel...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
Mike was already inside the terminal and had been waiting for their ferry ride to Dublin when he heard a familiar voice saying, "Brother, we are here!" He then looked up and grinned as he saw Paul, his mates, and Laura coming towards him while carrying their bags and instruments. Mike said, "Hey, everybody! You made it just in time, I'll say." George replied, "We certainly did, mate. So, what time is our ride?" Mike looked at his watch and replied, "It will be at 1:00 pm." George remarked, "Great! In that case, we can still eat our packed lunch here." Mike replied, "Yep! And lovely to meet...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
It was now the first day of March, and with St. Patrick's Day just around the corner, the Beatles and Laura were on their way to Liverpool for a ferry ride to Ireland. Just a day after George turned twenty-three, they decided to spend the entirety of this month there and hold two concerts during their trip. What's more, Paul's brother, Mike, will be joining them along! Laura said, "Daddy George, I wonder what adventures are in store for us in Ireland?" George replied, "You'll see for yourself when we get there, Laura, darling. I'm sure they'll be bloody exciting!" John, Paul, and Ringo nodded...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
February 1966

The year had been off to a good start so far for George, Laura, and the other Beatles. As they await the time when they'll embark on new adventures together, the two (With the former now sporting a longer mop-top) were having lunch at a diner close to Hyde Park one day during a mild winter week. This is no ordinary week, though, because George's twenty-third birthday is coming in four days! While waiting for their food, Laura said, "I'm so looking forward to celebrating your birthday again, daddy George! It's gonna be spectacular!" He replied, "You and me both, Laura, darling!...
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posted by 80smusiclover1
One cool, breezy afternoon, George and Laura were relaxing in the yard of Kinfauns while enjoying the crisp autumn colors. While Laura played with her skipping rope, George strummed his ukulele as he whistled softly. Then, an idea popped out of his head, and he told his daughter, "Say, Laura, darling, it's been quite a while since we last hit the road. Let's have a new adventure tomorrow!" She replied with an excited tone, "Certainly, daddy George! I missed doing that, too. And this time, I think I'll bring both my rabbit and Corgi plushies along!" George said, "Sounds like a lovely idea, my...
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