Go see the jeweler
From Create Your Own Story
A1 Jeweler:
A nervous, rambling character
At first redirect to library.
Music: clockworks ticking, filing noises.
2 Sweet tragic music
Images: clocks
Emily enters the jeweler’s shop. You can tell by the look of the walls that it is very old. Most of the jewelry is vintage/ heirloom-like. Take into consideration the weight of the old atmosphere it creates. Enter the JEWELER, an elderly man. French-Canadian.
Jeweler: Bienvenue. Welcome to my shop. Please, take a look around. Anything you are looking for in particular? Engagement rings perhaps? We have rings from every decade. I can resize just about any style you may like. How do you feel about white gold? [Rambles about jewelry until Emily cuts him off]
Emily: Actually, I’m here because of this.
Holds out the bracelet. Emily: I found it amongst my uncle’s things. I was wondering if you might know something about it.
Jeweler: Oh yes, oh yes...my my my….
Examines the bracelet, continuously mumuring to himself.
Emily: (Trying to get his attention) Sir?....sir?
Jeweler: Oh yes, yes, of course. WHat can I help you with?
Emily: That bracelet. Can you tell me anything about it?
Jeweler: (Mostly to himself) Sterling silver. Gold plated. The length of this chain is a bit small and the clasp looks like it has fallen off. I’d say it was intended for a young lady, perhaps your size. Well-worn. This could fetch you a few dollars if you’re looking to sell. Even more if you have the clasp.
Emily: I’m not. I was actually wondering if you might know where I can find this “JMJ Barnes”. I’d like to return it to her.
Jeweler: Military information is kept secret, you know that. I haven’t a clue as to who the lady might be. Try checking the old newspapers they have on file at the library. If anyone lost his, I’m sure they’d put an ad in the paper asking for it’s safe return. There may even be a reward in it for you!
Emily: Thanks for your time.
Jeweler: I’d suggest trying to find that clasp though. Its nearly worthless without it!
Emily: Thanks for the tip.
What’s next? Search the attic at Uncle Lige’s house for the clasp and more clues. Head to the library to look at old newspapers.
