Joint Meeting of Domaholics Anonymous & Domluka Characters Guild

Hundreds of people of all shapes and sizes have been gathering in the Egyptian Ballroom of the Luxor in Las Vegas for an historic meeting. Brought together from around the globe are Domluka fans and representatives of the Domluka Characters Guild. This unprecedented meeting was born out of necessity as the concern over Domluka’s less frequent posting has been negatively impacting Domluka fans and characters alike.

Presiding over the meeting jointly, is none other than Ann (ShamenAnn) acknowledged number one Domaholic and Tony Dovan, the elected representative of the guild.

Standing at the podium with Tony, Ann looks over the crowd. Both fans and characters are taking their seats. Autographs are being given from characters to fans. Hershey’s kisses and jelly beans are being passed around. A steady murmur can be heard in the room.

“Let’s go ahead and get this meeting started. Can everyone find a seat and settle down?” Ann speaks into the microphone. The crowd settles down but a noticeable tension fills the room.

“Thank you. For those of you who don’t know me I’m Ann and I’m a Domaholic.” Ann states with pride.

“Hi Ann!!!” the crowd cheers.

“And this hottie next to me is Tony Dovan of TLW!” Ann gestures to Tony.

“Hello Domluka fans and fellow characters!” Tony cheers and waves to the crowd.

“While it’s exciting to have all these Domluka characters with us, the reason we have been brought together is unfortunate.” Ann says solemnly.

“As we are all painfully aware of, the frequency of Dom’s story posts has gone way down.” Tony puts up a graph on the overhead which illustrates this point. “This has not only affected Domaholics, but its also starting to impact the characters guild and their income.”

Ann leans into the microphone, “Both groups have come together so we can try to come up with solutions to our joint problem. We’ll pass the good ones on to Dom.”

“Working together, we can get us all back to a normal number of chapters being released.” Tony adds.

“So, we’ll open it up to the floor for suggestions.” Ann asks the crowd. “You in the straight jacket, in the front row.”

“Hand out more Dom-o-Derm, pleeeaaaasseeeee!” Apollo gasps. “I don’t know how much more I can take of this!”

“Apollo, is that you? I almost didn’t recognize you. You look like hell!” Ann can’t hide the shock in her eyes.

“I need more chappies!” Apollo screams.

“Apollo, you’re already at the highest dosage.” Ann states. “We’ve been getting reports that Dom-o-Derm is no longer as effective as it used to be.”

“Let’s strap Dom down at his computer so he won’t be able to do anything else but write.” The mirror image of Tony says.

Tony glares at his twin, “Now Chris, you know we can’t do that!”

“Burn him!!!!” Mark Arbour rises from his chair with his fist up high.

“Burn Dom?” Ann looks incredulously at Mark, “Come on people, we have to come up with constructive ideas. And how will Dom be able to write if he’s burnt to a crisp?”

“Keep Dan Kirk away from him. He’s been nothing but a bad influence on Dom!” JoleChristopher yells from the back.

“Yeah, all the vampires and blood sucking is probably keeping Dom up at night.” Kitty adds. “He’s probably too traumatized to write.”

“Hey!” Andy gets up from his chair, “Dom’s been doing wonders for my character!”

“Shut up you little twerp! You shouldn’t even be here. I’m still recovering from that little stunt of yours with the iced tea!” Owen says while rubbing his sore white ass. “You and the Danimals have been nothing but trouble!”

“Easy everyone. I know you’re all freaking out a bit, but we need to come up with helpful ideas.” Tony tries to settle the crowd down. “We can’t blame Dan and his crew for our problems.”

A side door creaks open and all heads turn to that direction. Three people try to sneak into the meeting. All of them looking a little disheveled.

“Well, well, well. It looks like Aaron Keslin, Davescott, and BoyNeedsTherapy found the time to grace us with their presence.” Tony gives the three of them a disapproving look.

“Hey Tony, sorry we’re late. I was doing some fan appreciation work.” Aaron smirks while Davescott and BoyNeedsTherapy blush their way to a couple of open seats.

“AARON, YOU ARE A LITTLE SLUT!” Rory gets up from his chair ready to go after Aaron, but Luke and Jase hold him back.

“EVERYONE PLEASE! Let’s keep focused. What are we going to do about Dom?” Ann tries to regain control as Rory is forced to sit back down.

“And what about our incomes?” Quinn’s Mom asks. “I already work a ton of hours at the hospital and depended on my Domluka money to help out.”

“Mrs. Moore, you’re the last person who should be complaining.” Karen Knightly rises, holding a half-empty bottle of wine. “It seems like we’ve been dealing with you and your son’s drama forever now. It’s been a couple months since TLW characters have had any work, hiccup.”

“Don’t you DARE talk to me, you poor excuse for a mother.” Mrs. Moore glares at Karen. “I ought to….”

“Ladies please, let’s stay on topic!” Tony pleads.

“Yes everyone, what are we going to do to get through this crisis?” Ann asks the crowd.

The crowd murmurs, but no one can think of anything constructive. Finally though, one voice speaks.

“Oh Ann, Tony, there really isn’t anything we can do except be supportive of Dom. He’s got quite a bit on his plate right now.” Naper_vic stands and says calmly.

“But Dom said that he was going to get back on a 2 chapter a week schedule, he promised!” Lagomorph pouts.

“He said he would try. Remember everyone; he’s got quite a bit going on. He’s got pets to take care of, groceries to buy, family, friends, work, and a significant other; and the summer is coming up. We should all try to get out and get some fresh summer air. It would do wonders for us too.” Naper_vic adds.

“So basically, you want us to do nothing about this and just sit there with smiles on our faces?” Sharon’s says sarcastically, crossing her arms across her chest.

“Well, we can go read other stories. Then there are the general forums and the soapbox. Mark, Kitty, and Sharon have started venturing out there. There are also many other stories in the Library as well as other hosted authors...”

Vic is interrupted as a voice comes over the speakers.

“Hey everyone, this is Dom calling.” The voice from the sound system announces. The previously somber crowd perks up with excitement.

“I’ve been a little busy lately, but you’ll all be happy to know that I’m writing right now and will have something out soon. Gotta go, but smiles everyone!” The voice stops but the excitement he created fills the room.

“Wow, those few words seemed to do the trick.” Ann says to Tony. “Since the meeting is basically over, why don’t you introduce me to your brother Chris?”

Pretty funny Vic. Since when are you the voice of reason?

Who needs reason? I say we mutiny. Just call me Fletcher Christian.

ROFL! I can't believe I almost missed this one. Love it, Vic. P/M/P as usual.
Hugs,
Ann

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That we are Kitty, that we are. LOL

Hahaha, I can't believe I missed this story, v good, oh but:

I really don't think my bf would approve of my being involved in Aaron's, er, 'fan appreciation work' lol, but then again what he doesn't know...

Since you're from the UK Ben, I'm not sure if you've heard this saying, but

"What happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas"

Hehehe, yeah, I've heard that phrase. I'll remember that.