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The Candy House(126)

Author:Jennifer Egan

Am I missing anything?

Ashleigh→Kitty

Yes, you spoiled bitch, you’re forgetting a couple of things that will accrue to YOU (since no one else really matters) by doing this: 1. Massive exposure as a person willing to do ANYTHING for the sake of democracy—a Citizen Agent before her time, if you will—and a woman so bewitching that she was able to convert/enlighten/geld a mass-murdering despot and thereby transform a volatile region and save the lives of millions.

2. A shot at an exponential rise in cultural status that would place you among the first-namers whose ranks you have zero chance of joining otherwise because a) you’re too old, and b) you were never that good an actress in the first place.

These are the opportunities I’ve created for you. Spurn them if you like, but know what you are giving up, you twat.

Kitty→Ashleigh

You made me cry. I hate you.

Ashleigh→Kitty

Yes or no?

Kitty→Ashleigh

Yes if I can be as far away from you as possible.

Ashleigh→Kitty

That is guaranteed.

Lulu Kisarian→Jazz Attenborough

Dear Mr. A,

Could you please let me know how many people can comfortably ride in your speedboats, so that we can finalize plans for the article/photo shoot with Bosco of the Conduits and Jules Jones, the author of SUICIDE TOUR?

Sincerely, Lulu Kisarian

3rd Assistant to Jazz Attenborough

Jazz →Lulu

Nothing about a speedboat ride is “comfortable” unless you enjoy crashing violently over the tops of waves, as I happen to. The real question is: will these elderly gentlemen be able to handle it? My boats are extremely long, so space will not be an issue.

Lulu→Jazz

Dear Mr. A,

I will warn the elderly gentlemen, but their struggles might make you look more at ease. Appearing to advantage in a watery environment could also be helpful pre-publicity for the Undersea Cave-Warlock role, should you end up taking it.

Sincerely, Lulu Kisarian

3rd Assistant to Jazz Attenborough

Jazz→Lulu

You like me in this role. Why? (five words or less)

Lulu→Jazz

You’ll play the romantic lead.

Jazz→Lulu

How romantic can it be if the MerQueen is not young?

Lulu→Jazz

That depends on the actress. Kitty Jackson is in phenomenal physical shape (prizewinning equestrienne), and I’ve been told that her reputation will soon have a boost.

FWD: Jazz Attenborough→ Carmine DeSantis

See below. What is 3rd assistant talking about re Kitty Jackson?

Carmine→Jazz

There is buzz about a Kitty Jackson doc involving these events from 2008. See link below.

Jazz→Carmine

Why was I not given this background on Kitty before working with her on DAZZLE??

Carmine→Jazz

As it is common knowledge, I gave you credit for knowing it.

Jazz Attenborough→Lulu Kisarian

Need to find a new manager. Carmine is hopeless. Would prefer not to involve 1st or 2nd assistants, as they know him well. Ask around and get me some names.