[24] - [Video] (Town Doctor) No filters

[doctor_j_crane]

It has come to my attention that with our recent influx of visitors to the town, that the threat Drink may once again be making its way through our ranks. [Crane sighs. This is so very frustrating.] I feel that as the doctor of this fine town, it is my duty to remind you not only of your role as civilized, law abiding people, but also of the consequences of such vagrancy. I must remind you not of the virtues of Temperance, but the horrors of Drink. [You can hear him capitalizing the words.]

As our friend Benjamin Rush emphasized so long ago, the impact of Drink cannot be underestimated on the body nor on the mind. If you were to have even one sip, people of the town, rest assured that you would find yourself hopelessly dependant on the substance. Your whole body craving it, you will lose your employment, your home, your family and finally your life. If you think that Drink is worth such a cost, please, I invite you to partake in it.

[He glowers at the camera for a few seconds.]

I also advise that no one visits the show. It is a disrespectful place and dangerous. I will be attending myself in order to make scientific observations, but I encourage all others to avoid it if possible. They will take your hard earned money, as well as poison your body and steal your life.

If you need to send me a message while doing so, do use the journal system. For other concerns, do ask my wife, Piper. Doubtless she will be willing to advise you on any concerns of virtue that you may have. [There's a slight edge in Crane's voice, and he turns off the journal.]

Comments

[kingfor-aday.livejournal.com]

True words in every sense, Doctor.

Thank you for them.

He totally drinks his own meds at home at night. c:

[doctor-j-crane.livejournal.com]

Thank you, Howie. I'm a shocked at how the curiosity of the youth is allowing them to leave their good sense behind. [Crane shakes his head.] All for the sake of Drink.

god, is howie the only not-hypocrite in this town?

[kingfor-aday.livejournal.com]

All for the sake of temptation, doctor. We are all weak and we all must watch ourselves determinedly in these times. With them here.

It also depends how you define youth.

Oh, Howie. One Sane Man. :c

[doctor-j-crane.livejournal.com]

I suppose there is merit in this. I know those that overcome temptation will emerge stronger, but I fear for the weak among the townspeople.

[PHHH. Crane is sensitive about not being one of those ancient doctors.] I do not like your implication.

DURRR NAIVETE

[requiresssacrifice]

Aw, come on, Doc. There ain't any booze at the carnival. It's a family place.

:D

[doctor-j-crane.livejournal.com]

Rex, we've discussed this before. The Demon Drink lurks in all places, even those were you think it safe. Such as forests and the railway trains. Besides, it is not a family place. And they'll steal your money.

[requiresssacrifice]

But... It's just a few harmless games... [SADFACE.] And there 're things here Mindy ain't ever gonna get a chance to see again! I mean, they even got an Oriental!

[no-nanomites.livejournal.com]

Scientific observations? Are ya a doctor?

[doctor-j-crane.livejournal.com]

Yes. I am. You're not sick, I trust? [He really, really hopes not.]

[no-nanomites.livejournal.com]

Nah, I ain't sick, but it's always good to know there's a doctor in the house.

[preachyrose.livejournal.com]

There is no disrespect here.

Wut how did I miss this one. NOTIFS?

[doctor-j-crane.livejournal.com]

There is disrespect, whether you people know it or not.

Rose is just THAT SNEAKY

[preachyrose.livejournal.com]

And who are we disrespecting?

[some-kinda-hero.livejournal.com]

Funny how you tell them to stay away, and yet you just can't help but come. Observations indeed, Doctor.

Sorry, he's a dick. :c

[doctor-j-crane.livejournal.com]

How astute, for a girl who publically bemoans how she cannot keep her clothes on. I don't expect you to understand the ways of science.

lololol I knew what I was getting into!

[some-kinda-hero.livejournal.com]

[laughs loudly at this.]

I don't do the cooch, you nitwit, I was only talkin' about destroyin' my clothes with blood during my act. I'm the Indestructible Girl, thank you very kindly. Tends to get messy from time to time, Doctor. You'd just eat me right up with your science, I bet. Tryin' to explain how in tarnation I can regrow limbs or survive life ending wounds.

[greatlightother.livejournal.com]

Surely it's not so bad, Doctor?

[doctor-j-crane.livejournal.com]

I'm afraid it is. These are the very minimum of the effects that may occur.

[greatlightother.livejournal.com]

Well, what if we promise to stay away from the freaks and just play the games or...see the sights?

[i-cantakeit.livejournal.com]

Well said, Doctor. Please do remember to take all precautions when you visit the place.

[doctor-j-crane.livejournal.com]

I will. Do you intend to visit the carnival? [His tone indicates that the only right answer is no.]

[i-cantakeit.livejournal.com]

[Hmm. She kind of wants to see it. LITTLE WHITE LIE TIME.]

I would prefer we did not, but I will support my Leo in whatever he wishes us to do. And, Doctor, I am afraid Neil wishes to go, so if it comes down to it, as his parents, we must go with him to protect him from the sin he will surely encounter in that place.

[charmedandperky.livejournal.com]

[Sarcasm, as if she doesn't care, but she does really.] So when are you going down there?

[doctor-j-crane.livejournal.com]

Today. It warrants some investigation. Are you going?

[charmedandperky.livejournal.com]

[shrugs.] Maybe. Not really tempted.