Le CRAZY HORSE

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This thread is in part autobiographical...

In the lights and shadows of my late adolescence there is a place that glows with a unique charm.
It is best accessed by water on a moonlit night for that is how I often came to it .
As we approach the shore we see the lights of a pretty town glittering ahead. We pass ominous dark concrete obstructions , the twisted geometry of an old war. The Coxwain cuts the engine and we drift to a stone wharf, the same wharf that Napoleon stood on when he returned from his first exile. On the other side of the dock are a string of private beaches, one of them called La Plage Bleu, the blue beach, which will figure in our story later on.
As we young men step from the liberty boat in swishing bell bottoms and brash bravado, we see the Mediterranian town of Golfe Juan. Once a quiet fishing village, it has been host to American sailors in pursuit of pleasure for nearly three decades. Bars and brothels and cheap souvenir stands vie with the Cafés, shops and the Markets of the old village. When we reach the head of the dock we divide and divide again going to those places we look to for the evenings adventure. My own path invariably led straight up the street that climbed the hill just one block, then a right turn and in the middle of the street on the left was my Mecca. A flight of stone steps going up to a landing ,often filled with chattering sailors and the girls of the house and above the landing in flickering pink neon a verticle sign spelled out in verticle letters...
LE CRAZY HORSE...


The House, the Girls and some notes on prostitution.

There is a Crazy Horse in Paris. It's a showcase for scantily clad, incredibly gorgeous women to put on scandalous variety acts for the pleasure of men. The Crazy Horse in Golfe Juan was different, although the women were gorgeous and they were there to please men.
On the ground floor was the bar. It stretched along the left hand wall as you entered and was presided over by a huge bartender called the Turk. If you came here only to drink, you stood at the bar. There were about a dozen tables filling up the rest of the room, except for a tiny dance floor next to the jukebox. The drinks were poor and overpriced but it wasn't the drinks you came for. It was of course the girls.
La femmes...they were beautiful. I might atribute there imagined looks to the wishful thinking of memory except that I have pictures of myself with them taken in the bar and at the beach and they were beautiful. I can still remember quite a few...

Paula was a dark haired beauty with deep black eyes. She was Genoese not French and had been in the business two years. Her voice was soft and kind. She was the first to take an interst in me as more than just another customer.

Gianna was her sister and no more than eighteen. She was blonde and like Paula brown eyed and olive complected. Their body types were different, Gianna was elegantly slender, Paula was the more voluptuous. She'd just started in the business and towards the end I was with her most often.

Violette was perhaps the most striking girl in the House. She was tall and beautifully formed, auburn hair and flashing green eyes but she was not for us. She would only fuck french sailors, though she didn't draw the line at American officers if the price was right. We all lusted after her and hated her as well.

MamaSan, yes I know, wrong hemisphere, but the woman was from French Indo china, before it was Vietnam. She was a tiny version of the Dragon Lady, very sexy and ran the girls in the Crazy Horse with an iron hand.
There were more, probably a dozen girls worked out of the place, I remember, Anne Marie, and Julie...
the rest have faded away.

The way it worked was this...
When we entered the club, we'd find a table, very soon a girl would join us. We'd buy her a drink,...the girls would only drink tea or coke...and if we liked her we'd indicate we wanted more than conversation. At this point we'd buy a bottle of Champagne (awful stuff!), and go up the staircase with our lady.
At the head of the stairs was a table behind which MamaSan or one of the girls would be sitting. You paid right there. The going rate when I was in was just under ten dollars. The girl was given a blue poker chip.
At the end of the evening all the women would gather at the empty tables and turn their chips in to Mama
for cash. You were also expected to tip your partner for a good performance.
The girls did their best to satisfy. Each girl had their own modest bedroom. In Paula's were pictures of her family, and many personal effects. In Gianna's a guitar she was trying to learn how to play. In another gilrls the picture of a little boy with a tricycle. There was also a sink and a bidet. Usualy the girl would undress as you undressed. Then she would come over and wash your penis with warm soapy water a process that invariably led a young man almost to the edge, then a skilled blow job would follow and finally if you hadn't climaxed already she led you to the bed to finish up. This saved a lot of wear and tear on the tender parts. They were well looked after. After about 30 minutes a knock would come asking if everything was allright. after another ten had passed, MamaSan would be there telling you time was up. 45 minutes unless you wanted to pay again, was about the limit. In my time I saw several incidents of customers getting too rough. They were both literally thrown out the door and down the steps.

Back then except for special overnight passes most sailors were on Cinderella Liberty, over at midnight. The liberty boats began arriving at five, so most of the activity took place between those hours. The girls were free the rest of the time and usually took Sundays off as well. I certainly remember having delicious sex with them, but they come alive for me when I think of them in the off hours, in the shops, on the beach, picnics in the woods. You see what made my experience unique was a decision one morning not to go back to the ship, to risk the consequences and stay at the Crazy Horse for one entire week. 24 hours a day ,
for seven wonderful days.

It's on the night leading up to that decision when the story begins...

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So to start this is what we need

Sailors: David: I will play myself as I was then, nineteen years old ,dark hair and eyes, about 5'10"

Tex: A big blonde guy from Mississippi (got me). He was loud, extroverted and people
took to him instantly.

Russ: A stocky kid from Grosse Point. He pretended to be tough and beligerent. The family
had money and we all used it.

The Turk: Bartender and bouncer at the Club. He looked like...a Turk. A really big turk.

The Girls: (See descriptions above)
Paula: The kind one (Beryl who posts with me at Sex in Alexandria has claimed this role)

Gianna: The fresh one

Violette: The Icy one

MamaSan: The Boss

Julie, Anne Marie, and any others you might want to be.

I'd like to start with two and two at least. We can add more as we go. I have left my descriptions to mere sketches, feel free to flesh them out in any way you wish.

In spite of this story centering around a brothel, it is a story nonetheless. I may from time to time shift the scenes and settings to make it tick.

Please do not post IC until David makes the initial one.

Thanks to all of you for reading this whether you play or not.
 
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Violette

I would like to play Violette if the role is still open. I would enjoy delving into her icy personality and finding out what makes her tick!
 
Well, I'll take Gianna, unless you already have some one in mind...hmmm, sailors, could be interesting.
 
OOC:

Thank you Ladies, I'm honored.
Now where are the 'swabs'? I can't do this alone.

Please feel free to reinvent your characters. I want you to feel at home with them.
 
Tex

I'll do my best with Tex, ariosto. Big, bad and ready for action! WOOOOO!!
 
David

OOC:
We'll start with a typical night in Golfe Juan. There will be a minor drama between some Bainbridge and Nitro crewmen and another between the girls of the Crazy Horse and the Melodia but for the most part it's time to get to know each other.

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IC:

There were a lot of liberty boats noseing into the stone pier. Not only was the 'Bainbridge' in port but so was the 'Nitro'. Whenever those two rivals put liberty parties ashore there was sure to be a fight somewhere.

Davey turned to Tex,
"Look at all the damned Shore Patrol they have out. You think they've put the place off limits?"

Tex shook his head.
"Hell no they'll never close it. MamaSan gives the Captain freebies."

The place they were talking about was of course
the Crazy Horse. Dave and Tex were both loyal customers. They'd picked it after trying several other Clubs, notably the Melodia and the Cave. The
clubs themselves were rivals not unlike the two ships sitting in the harbor.

The pier was alive with sailors who almost glowed in the dark, with their summer whites on. Fresh young, eager faces tasting the exotic and the forbidden. If only Mom could see them now!
Dave's was among the freshest and the youngest.
A virgin till they hit town three weeks ago. He felt no shame that his first encounter was with a
whore named Thea at the Melodia.

Alegiance had shifted to the Crazy Horse when three sailors came up with the clap and blamed it on the girls there.

Moving up the hill the crowd of swabbies thinned out somewhat and they saw the pink neon sign that welcomed them like the open thighs they'd find inside.

It was June night and the weather was hot and sultry...
 
Violette

"Mon Dieu, it is so hot tonight," I exclaimed while I fanned my body with one of the Oriental fans MamaSan has provided. Gianna was clumsily strumming her guitar. She was starting to learn some new chords. I, in particular, was grateful to her. Paula was reading a French Couture magazine. The rest of the girls sat around discussing the other brothels.

We had spent the morning preparing for our arriving customers. Since the unfortunate incidents at the other brothels, our customer base increased three fold. It also exacerbated MamaSan's already overbearing personality. I, personally, had no desire to become involved with the feuding. I was here to make a living and the French sailors provided a very lucrative income.

I ascended the stairway before the men arrived. I walked into my modest abode and sat at my dressing table. I plucked the picture from the corner of the mirror and stared intently at it. A two-year old boy sat upon a tricycle, an impish grin on his face. Jean-Paul was his name and I had not seen him in two years now. I clutched the photograph to my bosom longing for the time when we would be reunited. His "father" had been an American sailor that I had met way before I embarked on my "career" as a prostitute. The bastard had sailed out of my port as soon as he realized that I was pregnant, never hearing from him again.
 
OOC:I'll Play Russ, since I reside close to Grosse Pointe, Grosse Pointe Michigan that is, but his name should be more Grosse Pointe sounding. Therefore I'd like permision to change it to Johnish Francis Donehue III, but to the sailors he is known as John.

---Fly

P.S. The correct spelling is Grosse Pointe. After all it has to sound weathy!:cool:
 
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ooc: I'd love to play MamaSan, but I want to make sure I'm welcome first. ;)
 
Gianna

Sitting by an open window, hoping for a breeze, I casually strummed the strings of my guitar. I had purchased it not too long ago, with hopes of learning to play. I had made little progress, so far, but continued more out of relaxation than anything else.

As I overheard talk of the other brothels, my mind wanders. I do not have a rivalry with the girls from the other houses yet. I had followed my sister to this place, to escape the small town we came from...a town so poor and full of broken dreams. Sometimes I wondered if I hadn't wandered into that same prison. Ah well, Paula was with me - this was good. Mamasan, cold as she was, had even complimented my work just the other evening....at least for one being so new.

As Violette gets up to leave, I watch her go. So much hidden pain and sorrow, and yet she shares very little with anybody. She is kind to me, and to the other girls. But she has no patience for the rowdy American sailors who occupy most of our beds. The other girls look knowingly....I have learned not to pry.

As a faint breeze manages to trace its way through the window, I stop my strumming and muse on the men who may walk through the door. Hmm...maybe Paula's handsome dark-haired sailor will be here again? Such a handsome fellow, and Paula is certainly looking forward to seeing him. I wonder if he will bring with him again the big blond man...the one who is so much fun...the one with the strange name that he says is a state. Hmmm..Tex...I wonder what kind of name that is?

As I remember the time, I stand and gracefully walk to my room to put my guitar away before the evenings work begins. While in my room, I gaze at myself in the mirror...assuring that the sight is pleasing. Satisfied with my relfection, I walk back to the main room. I actually find myself losing my melancholy....these American sailors can flatter a girl so beautifully, and make the night seem so pleasant. It is difficult not to laugh with them and share in their excitement.

Sitting myself by the other girls, I listen to their conversation while keeping my eyes on the door, waiting.....but for who?
 
John

I had entered the "Le Crazy Hoarse" alone. I hoped to catch my fellow shipmates, David and Tex inside. David was the one who first brought me her a few weeks ago. Since that time, I have not had the nerve to propositon any of the girls inside. Hopefully today that will change.

As I ordered a drink, I searched for any signs of my buddys. I was also on the lookout for a girl I was rather attracted to. I think her I heard them call her Gianna. She was really beautiful, silken hair, and eyes to die for.

I sat down at a table and waited. I kept reasureing myself, and tried tom look confident. Suddenly, I notice her sitting by the window, stumming a guitar. Oh, how lovely she is, I think to myself. Now how do I appoach her without appearing inexperienced?:confused:
 
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MamaSan

I spied that young man... sitting at his table, looking at my girls. He was waiting. Why was he waiting?!

"Girls!"

I watched satisfactorily as they jumped. "Pay attention. There is a young man. Don't make him wait! Now, move. Earn your keep. Go go!"
 
david

OOC:
Welcome MamaSan! We still could use a bartender, (the Turk) and a Bosuns Mate off the 'Nitro'...But anyone who wants to play a Lady of the House or another Sailor is welcome. Invent your own...


IC:
"Is Donahue coming over?"
Dave pauses at the foot of the steps and waves at Anne Marie who's standing in the doorway with a big guy off the Nitro. She throws him a kiss a cheerful smile.

"He's on watch but he'll probably make it in an hour or two."
Tex bounded up the steps and gave Anne Marie a pinch. She squeeled and the Sailor glowered.
David brushed past and soon they were ensconced at a corner table drinking bad french beer and smoking evil little Gaulois, feeling for all the world like bold adventurers.

It was early yet and a lot of the tables were
vacant. Most of the customers were off the Nitro. Their liberty boats had gotten away sooner.
Anne Marie came in with her patron and winked as they went up the stairs. She called back,
"Wait for me now boys. It won't take long"
Then disappeared up the dark hall.

MamaSan was in earnest conversation with Turk but seeing Dave and Tex walk in she broke away and came over to the table. She looked like a porcelain doll, like the girl that played in Suzie Wong.
"You boys be happy, yes?"

"Absolutely Mamasan."
Dave knew what was coming.
"Lotsa Nitro Boys here tonight. No trouble. OK?"

They watched her walk back to the bar. It was said Mama could be had for a cool hundred but no one knew for sure.

Dave had been scoping the room like a hawk but so far no sign of Paula, Gianna or even Violette.
Surely they weren't all with customers this early!

"Hey look! There's John coming in now!"
 
Gianna

I glance up as the men start to enter. I suddenly see Tex, and....what was his name? Yes, David enter. My spirits pick up at the thought of Tex's laugh and easygoing ways.

And then my eyes are drawn to a man at one of the tables. A young American sailor who had been here only a couple of times before. I noticed that he kept looking at me, and seemed very uncomfortable. With a little smile, I stand up and walk over to the table, reaching it just when Tex and David do.

Giving the new man my brightest smile, I look directly into his eyes..

"Pardon moi, do you mind if I join you this evening?"
 
John

I don't belive my eyes, Gianna is standing right before me. I was preoccupied with the fact that David and Tex had just arrived "Wwwhy yyes," I nervously replied just as David and Tex strolled up. My mind was racing now, so many thoughts, "Aimer sans espoir est encore un bonheur, To love without hope is still happiness," I blurt out.

She gives me a confusied expression. :confused:

"Sorry," I repliy, "I guess I'm a little new at this. I would very much like it if you would join me." My heart beat rapidly, "Would you like a drink?," I asked.
 
Tex

The place is hot, the women are hotter, the boys are ready for action, and all is right with the world, for a few hours at least. Big Tex bounds up the stairs and with a raucous down home, Southern laugh gives Anne Marie a little love nip before striding into the pleasure palace like no other-Le Crazy Horse!

"How 'bout it Davy Boy, ready to join these lovely ladies in paradise?" I flashed a huge, Mississippi smile as we entered, giving the place a quick once over. My spirits momentarily dampened.

"Damn, lotta Nitro boys here tonight." I muttered to Dave. I wasn't looking for a scrape tonight. Some other night sure, but I was in the mood for love tonight and the lovely ladies of Le Crazy Horse never failed to please.

Our eyes caught John and we strode over to join him at his table. Ah, John! That kid had some learnin' to do and from the look in the lovely Gianna's eyes as she approached him, it looked like he'd get it. A quick wink at Gianna let her know what a fine woman I thought she was. She never failed to put a smile on my face and I knew John would be in good hands.

The always ravishing MamaSan approached us with her warning. "Oh, Mama...you know we'd never misbehave with you around! At least in most situations."I said with a sly smile, which quickly transformed into another raucous Big Tex laugh.

"Davy, my friend, what the hell's in store for us tonight?" I sipped my beer, never feeling better...
 
Gianna

A little confused by his attempt at French, I shrugged it off to his being nervous. Oh, but Americans should stick to English - they are so much better at it!

Smiling sweetly, I sit down next to the young sailor.

"Oui, a coke? Merci!"

Leaning forward, chin on my hand, and at just the right angle to for him to get a clear view of my cleavage, I smile encouragingly at him.

"I have seen you here a couple of times before, no? And so.....you have a name? I am called Gianna."
 
John

My, her features are even more stunning up close.

"I'm sorry, my French isn't that great, but yes I've been in here a few times before. My name is Johnish, but you can call me John." I was starting to fell comfotable now. "Would you like a smoke?", I ask, offering her the pack.
 
Aime

OCC: I have a suggested character I would like to try. Aime is a girl of 18 that Mamasan hired off the streets to keep the place clean. It had not occurred to the woman to hire Aime as one of her girls because of her appearance. She reminds one of Audrey Hepburn as she appeared in My Fair Lady before her transformation. Smudges of dirt hide the gamine beauty of Aime and a surly attitude keeps people from coming too close. Aime can keep to the background until one of the gentlemen notice her.
 
Gianna

"Non, merci" I say to his offer of a cigarette. "but, please, go right ahead, Jean."

I watch as he lights up a cigarette....obviously an attempt to calm his nerves. I smile to myself.....oui, American sailors could be so much fun.

"Where in America do you come from, Jean? You know, one day I hope to travel there - they say it is so nice.....yes, one day I shall visit.

"So, how long do I get to enjoy your company before you must return to your ship?"
 
John

Feeling more at ease, I repliy "I have a couple hours of block time, so I'm not expected back until tomarrow at thirteen-hundred."

"I'm from the midwest, back home. I think you would enjoy traveling to the states." I sip my drink and ask her "Would you like something from the bar?"
 
David

"Don't know, but I can't wait to see!" Davey said as he stubbed out his cigarette. His hands closed around the pack of Gaulois, shaking out another. Nothing. The pack was empty, and David crushed it with one hand.

"I'll be back. Need to get some more cigarettes, Tex," David said as he tossed the crumpled ball to his friend. "I'll be right back. Don't go doing anything I wouldn't do," he finished with a sly grin.

OCC: Why is Honey_B posting for ariosto you ask? He has been unavoidably detained and has asked me to post for him.
 
Gianna

I'm a little confused by what he means as "mid-west". But whatever it means, it seems he has relaxed a bit.

At his suggestion of a drink from the bar, I glance at my coke and then back to him.

"Oui, Jean, we can get a bottle of champagn, if you wish?"

Taking a sip of my coke, I'm thankful that my first customer seems to be very nice indeed.
 
John

I order a bottle of champagn and smile for the first time. "Would you like to go upstairs?", I ask. Suddenly, I feel ashamed that I am being too abrupt. "I mean, somewhere we can talk more privately", I amend.
 
Gianna

"Oui, Jean, I think that would be best. Shall we go?"

I stand, and hold out my hand to John ready to lead him upstairs. I see Mamasan, and nod to her....
 
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