A Memo

[§ilvercell]

he is cute, is he going to stay like this the whole story?

[girl in the sharkskin tuxedo]

i can't tell you, i'd ruin the story for you!
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Chapter 5.

The place seemed packed as Catalina stared out of the driver's side window. Jonathan got out and gave the keys to the valet.
He then came over to the passenger side door and opened it for Cata.
"It seems crowded, are we even going to be able to get in?"
"I made special reservations."
Ooh, special. What did that mean, exactly? She decided that if he said special, it was special. They walked into the
restaurant slowly and stopped at the hostess.
"Hello, do you have reservations?"
"Yes, under Crane."
The hostess scanned over the list in front of her.
"Hello Doctor Crane! The waiter will lead your seats."
The restaurant was furnished with fine black laquer furniture. Dr. Crane pulled out her
chair at a table near the back.
"Can I get either of you a drink", asked the waiter.
"I think I'll just have a glass of water. What about you, Cata?"
"Uhm...I'll take a water as well."
Crane ordered a large platter of sushi and other small foods for them to share.
Catalina didn't think it was cheap, but actually pretty cute.
"Tell me more about yourself", Jonathan inquired. Most of the platter had disappeared.
"What do you want to know?"
"Your favorites, what interests you have, what you look for in a date...all of that."
Catalina had put the last bit she had of the tuna roll into her mouth.
"Hmm..."
She swallowed and answered his first inquery.
"My favorite foods are chicken pot pies and vanilla ice cream. I like to read alot and watch old movies. And I look for brains,
looks, height, and their successfulness."
Cata smiled as Jonathan gave her a look of wonder.
"You didn't take long to think about that."
"I get a lot of time to think. But what about you? Same questions."
"Ooh, tough for me...I like a lot of foods."
Catalina nodded.
"I like to read as well."
She folded her arms on the table. Crane seemed to having trouble with answering.
"And I look for intellegence, beauty and how they dress."
"So, you think I'm smart and well-dressed as well?"
"Of course."
Cata sipped her water and then took a gyoza off the platter.
"That's nice to hear."
The waiter showed back up at their table.
"Would either of you want to order desert?"
Catalina looked at Crane. She shook her head no.
"No, we'll just take the check."
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"That food was delicious," Catalina mentioned in the car as Jonathan drove her back home.
Crane was laughing.
"I'm happy you had fun with me."
She smiled as they pulled up to her apartment building.
"Do you want me to walk you back to your apartment?"
"That would be very nice."
Jonathan got out of the car and helped Catalina out. He held her hand as they walked upstairs and through the hall to her
door.
"I had a fantastic time with you, Cata."
Catalina was fumbling in her purse to get her keys when Crane was talking.
"Really?"
He simply nodded.
Catalina was blushing again.
"I guess I will see you Monday, Jonathan."
She hugged him, and Cata noticed he smelled excellent. With his arms wrapped around her, she felt amazing.
"Good night, Catalina."
Cata slipped in her door and closed it behind her.
"I hope we go on another date", she said in a whisper.
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i'm so happy this is getting such good feedback! i thought everyone would hate it.

[§ilvercell]

i REALLY wish i was her!

[dior4ever]

i second that!!!!!

[jill]

oh my god, that is SO cute! i love it!

[seonedevinian]

wow, really, update this soon! i love it, it's so...cute. so far, i mean, it could change. or not, haha. i'd still love it either way.

[girl in the sharkskin tuxedo]

next chapter!!
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Chapter 6.

Cata spent the weekend getting calls from Jonathan, apologizing for being busy. She didn't mind it at all, she was still
elated from their date..
When she came in Monday morning, Dr. Crane had left his door open and looked up from his work to wave.
"Good morning!"
Catalina waved back, grinning.
"Good morning to you, too!"
She was very excited about how today would turn out as Jonathan stepped out of his office.
"I need to go see a patient. Come with me and take notes."
She nodded and found a pad of paper and a pen. Crane held out his hand and helped her out of the chair. The two took a walk
to the elevators and Jonathan pressed the up button.
Cata sighed in relief as the elevator opened, completely empty. Crane stepped in first and Cata followed.
"What level is the patient on", she enquired as the doors closed.
"Three. Don't worry, he's not a danger to anyone."
There was a silence, and the door opened shortly after. They turned to the left where they were
greeted by a worker.
"Dr. Crane, we have Mr. Banks in a interviewing cell."
"Excellent."
Jonathan followed the worker and Catalina tagged behind. She hoped the clicking of her wooden heels wasn't bothering anyone.
The worker stopped at a door and Dr. Crane thanked him as he left. Jonathan opened the door and walked in. Catalina was
slightly afraid, but walked in as well.
"Hello, Mr. Banks. How are you today?"
Mr. Banks was a man who looked as if he was in his late twenties. His skin was pale, and his frame was very thin.
His face had extremely sharp features. His brown eyes shifted between the doctor and Catalina.
"I'm doing alright...Who's this with you?"
"This is only my secretary, she's just here to take notes."
He waved at Cata and she waved back with a smile.
"Oh, alright."
All of them sat down and the interview began.
"Mr. Banks, tell me why you're here."
"Mainly, my family's worried about me. I haven't been outside in months, I'm afraid of what might happen if I go out there..."
Dr. Crane grinned slightly at the patient's fear. Cata was too busy writing to notice.
"So...You're afraid of the elements? People? Or just crime?"
"All of them...terrify me..."
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Cata's pad of paper was covered with writing. Dr. Crane asked her to take notes, and that's what she did.
"I'll only ask you to come with if I have a patient I know isn't dangerous."
Jonathan and Cata were walking back to his office after the interview.
"I trust you, Jonathan."
Jonathan opened the door for her and she sat back at her desk.
"Can you type up what you wrote? Just for neatness. Bring them to me when you're done, please."
Catalina nodded and began to type her notes. Jonathan went back into his office.
When Cata was finished, she went into his office and put it neatly on his desk. He read through the paper quickly and smiled.
"Excellent work. You were very attentive."
Cata smiled, happy at his approval.
"Can I ask you something, Miss Williams?"
"Absolutely."
"What are you afraid of?"
Catalina was startled by the question.
"Why do you ask?"
Crane tilted his head slightly.
"No reason."
"Spiders, snakes...heights."
Jonathan folded his hands together on his desk.
"Very common fears. Do you know how they developed?"
"I dropped a doll out the window when I was little. It was on the 5th floor of a building...and it broke into pieces.
I used to be afraid that if I got too close to a high window, I'd break like the doll. Now, I'm just not fond of
being far from the ground."
Crane looked very interested and was now smiling.
"What about the spiders, the snakes?"
"I'm not very sure."
Jonathan stood up, and she took a step back. He placed his palms on his desk.
"Surely you remember."
"I really don't, sir."
He sighed and sat back down.
"You can go now."
Catalina quietly left, somewhat frightened at Dr. Crane's sudden brain picking. And the smile he had during it scared
her even more. She didn't start working here for analysis.
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[seonedevinian]

hmm..interesting. an odd turn, very cool!

[Murchadh]

I was wondering if you'd add a bit of a twist, Crane was sweet and all but not like himself...I loved it before but this is definatly getting to be an interesting development. I can't wait till you post the next chapter

[dior4ever]

Me neither. i want to read it!

[jill]

oh my god! i love the twist, can't wait to read more!

[girl in the sharkskin tuxedo]

yay fans!
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Chapter 7.

Catalina had brought her lunch with her for the day. She had packed like a kid with a turkey sandwich, chips, and cookies. She felt
goofy eating in the office, but no one was really around to care.
"What are you doing?"
Cata looked up, mouth full of sandwich, at Jonathan smiling. She swallowed her food and wiped her mouth with a napkin.
"Hi!"
Dr. Crane pulled up a chair from the other wall and sat in front of her.
"How's your lunch?"
"Good."
She smiled and blushed. Now she was feeling childish.
"I never did get around to asking you, but do you like working here?"
She nodded quickly as she put another chip in her mouth.
"You don't mind working at a mental institution?"
"No, not at all. It's been a fantastic job. I enjoy it."
Jonathan nodded and held her hand. For the first time, Catalina wasn't completely enthralled by his affection.
"I think I'll let you get back to lunch now, though."
He kissed her cheek and went back into his office. This was a very awkward time for him to kiss her.
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Dr. Crane was busy with appointments for the rest of the day, so she didn't hear from him until she was finished working.
Jonathan told her to have a nice night, but went back into his office right after. Once she got home, she wondered what
triggered his odd behaviour. First, the "what frightens you" talk. Then, the "do you like it here" survey. She really didn't
feel very comfortable with it. She wondered if she should bring it up, or at least say something. Catalina decided against it.
Did she really want to bring it up with her boss and her boyfriend? He was just probably having an off day after talking to Mr. Banks earlier.
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When she showed up for work the next day, Crane immediatly called her into his office.
"Good morning. I have something to discuss with you."
Catalina didn't think this sounded positive.
"You're not fired or anything. It's about yesterday."
Catalina nodded slowly.
"Did I make you uncomfortable?"
She raised her eyebrows. Oh, geez, she thought.
"Yes."
Crane got out of his chair and sat at the front of the desk.
"I was hoping not...I was just enquisitive."
"Understandable."
"So, I'd like to apologize. Now, I need you to do a few things..."
Jonathan handed her a handwritten letter and asked her to type it up for him. Reading over the letter in Crane's elaborate writing, it was just another brief about security at Arkham. But usually, she thought, wouldn't these be typed already?
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this chapter is something to break up the suddeness of the next events. but don't worry, i'll post the next one tommorow.

[Murchadh]

It's still good.....but tomorrow! Thats so far away! Ok....maybe it isn't.....but I still can't wait to read more!

[girl in the sharkskin tuxedo]

next chapter!
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Chapter 8.

Catalina slept at her desk after she finished lunch. Someone gently shook her and she lifted her head.
And there was a large black snake on her desk.
Catalina screamed jumped out of her chair and wriggled away from it on the floor. She stared at it, terrified.
Jonathan stood by her desk, watching her quietly.
"That's quite a responce."
"Get that...that thing, off of my desk..."
"Don't be afraid of it...it won't bite you. It's not even poisonous."
Crane picked up the snake and brought it closer to her.
"No, no, please...take it away..."
She pushed herself to a corner and cowered as Jonathan forcefully grabbed her hands.
"Just pet it..."
She stared in horror as her fingers came in contact with the snake's scaly head. She broke out of his grasp and pulled
herself upright. She grabbed her purse and ran out the door. People stared as she ran past them to the exit and out the doors.
She found her car and locked herself in. There she put her face in her hands and began to cry.
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Dr. Crane stood in awe of Catalina's fear. He put the snake back into its plastic box and smiled to himself.
Her fear is intoxicating, he thought, But should I go find her?
He walked out of his reception room and decided it would be best to apologize.
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Catalina heard a knock on her window. She wiped her tears and looked to see Dr. Crane. Catalina reluctantly rolled down
her window.
"Are you alright?"
"No!"
She went back to sobbing and Jonathan put his hand on her shoulder. She smacked his hand away.
"Why did you do that?"
"I honestly thought you wouldn't react like that. I wanted to see how strong your fear of snakes was."
Catalina brushed her hair back and wiped her eyes again.
"I think I'm going to go home..."
"No, please, come back. I promise there won't be anymore snakes, or anything to scare you."
Dr. Crane helped her out of her car and they walked back to the office together. She sat back at her desk, not sure if it
was the right thing to do to stay.
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Dr. Crane sat in his chair and clasped his hands together in glee. He remembered her face as he grabbed her and made
her feel the snake's scales. Her pretty eyes were wide and her teeth clenched. And when she screamed, it could have broken
glass with its shrillness.
He wanted more of it.
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Dr. Crane came back to Catalina's desk.
"Listen, sweetie...I really am sorry."
Her face was unforgiving.
"How about I come over and bring dinner?"
"...Maybe."
"Eight or so??"
She was silent. Catalina twittled her thumbs and stared at the ground.
"OK."
He kissed her cheeks, and she blushed. Dr. Crane smiled as he went back into his office.
"I'll see you then. Go home and rest."
Cata left immediatly.
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[Murchadh]

OH!!! Definatly getting into the Crane we all know and love. Execellent chapter jinna! Man...I hope you add the next soon, wonder whats his next move going to be....love it!