Mugsy Malone was confident. Suave. Sophisticated. Dangerous, too, and the girls all loved it.

Colby was none of those things, but tonight he had to act like he was.

Like Mugsy was.

Damn, acting is hard.

Evelyn had helped, definitely, and he was glad for the extra practice. It made an already terrifying situation a bit more tolerable. It was still uncomfortable, but he was talking with more confidence, talking with more confidence, and exuding the aura of a successful mobster.

He ordered a Southside--that was Capone's drink, he'd read--and leaned on the bar as he drank. Mugsy didn't approach. He was approached with caution and respect and, most of all, fear.

And he observed. It was his job, after all. His eyes were everywhere, on everything, and as he took stock of everyone in the room, he knew that he owned them.

In a way, he even owned Nick.

Colby smiled, polished off his drink, then ordered another.

Good evening, and welcome to Belvedere Manor: Murder Mystery Hotel Experience.

I am the your honored host to this bewitching hour, Billie Dee. Yes, just Billie Dee; nothing more and nothing less. Our journey will begin shortly and I assure you…it will be to die for.

But first, let me guide you through your experience.

Upon your arrival, you’ve received two large envelope. In these envelopes are your character kits, action cards and your characters objectives. So slice into your envelopes to discover who you are. Please pin your name tags from envelope A onto the right side of your chest and please read your character’s objectives for the beginning of the party, as well as some money for bribery and what not.

In your second envelope, please do not open it yet, but in there you will find your characters second objection for after the murder and a who done it voting sheet, as well as some exhibits in select characters envelopes. In the first envelopes is your character description, this is merely a guideline to follow and you will have the honored duty of bringing your character to life.

This years Murder Mystery is Hollywood inspired by the ravishing era of the 1920’s. As you can see, this hotel has transformed into the corrupt, but very popular speakeasy known as The Midnight Club. The beginning of the night will begin in the bar; and I must say you all look ravishing in your costumes.

Please note that there are only six floors to this lovely estate and each floor consists of only six rooms all with lavish furnishing and accommodating features for our guests. Please be aware that the 5th and 6th floor, as well as the attic above you is off limits, as well as the basement below you. We are in the process of remodeling those areas for future guests, we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Now, let us begin...