Snow white and the 17 bears

[Tim Curry]

It was the first time that Zansatsu came to an island and didn't stick out like a sore thumb.
The people on the island all looked very wealthy, at least as far as could be seen from where he was standing.
On man even scoffed at him as his clothes had become worn and torn in places, regardless of how decorative it was.
At this he decided it was time for a change of clothes so he looked for the nearest tailor.
He didn't have to walk long before he came upon a street with tailors everywhere, Zansatsu wondered about how wise it was to set up shop in a place where there is so much competition.
This thought was short lived as Zansatsu was suddenly swarmed by tailors hungry for custom.
Without waiting for even a hint of acceptance from Zansatsu they began to measure him from all angles and shout at him why they were the best tailors on the island.
Zansatsu sighed,"Listen, I don't have much money on me right now so the suit will have to be quite cheap."
This wasn't exactly true, he had more than enough on him to buy the most expensive suit on the street but he was trying to push them away so he could browse the different shops for himself.
Unfortunately it didn't have the effect that Zansatsu was hoping for, clearly these men were more desperate than Zansatsu had anticipated.
They continued to flock around him waxing about how they were the cheapest tailor around.
Zansatsu's patience soon wore thin.
A great killing urge swept over him like a tidal wave, however he kept his blood lust in check this one time, no need to cause a fuss before any real damage could be done after all.
"I am warning all of you, I will have to resort to violence if you don't cease your current actions."
At this the tailors decided that persisting in this matter was pointless and returned to their shops.
After a quick walk around Zansatsu noticed that one shop had very fine thread and walked inside.
"Welcome good sir!" This tailor had not gone out into the street along with the others, he was clearly making a nice living, a sign that he was likely the favoured tailor in these parts.
"I would like you to repair my clothing for me."
"Certainly, but, will you be able to pay upfront?"
"How much will it cost?"
"50,000 beri."
Zansatsu was gobsmacked at this, he couldn't even get close to affording it.
"I'm afraid that is slightly out of my price range."
The tailor gave Zansatsu an inspecting eye.
"Tell you what, if you perform in this play," The man pointed to a poster.
"And perform well at that, I will give you the repair job for free, and to top it off you will be paid by the stage company too. Quite a deal eh? The man in charge is a good friend of mine but he is in a spot of trouble, all the actors on their way over here were attacked by pirates so unless he gets some actors he will be ruined. Because of this he is paying me a lump sum for every actor I send over, so what do you think?"
"Well I certainly have at least some experience in theatre, I will do it!"

[sabrejustice]

"Oh, what's this? What's this? My, my, the theatre! A glorious place of tragedy and comedy! Why, I'm positively ecstatic~!" cried out a cheerful voice as the one to whom the voice belonged danced in the street, the dark cloak over his form fluttering about him as he laughed, clutching his cane. Dressed in a well-tailored suit complete with a top-hat, white gloves, black, polished shoes and dark cloak. His face was handsome, lacking any sort of blemish, though it was handsome in an unkempt manner, as while his dark hair was slicked back neatly enough, the ends were jagged, whilst his jaw was lined with stubble, as was his upper lip. His eyes were rounded, but held dark marks under them as though he'd missed more than a few night's sleep. Yet by the eccentric behavior he displayed, none could guess so.

"Ah~! Oh, what's this? Auditions are on right here? What's this? A reason for me to cheer! Ah, the perfect chance to try my own talents on the stage and act! The dramatic theatrics are not too far from my reach - I shall audition and take center stage!" he remarked, skipping around the corner and pushing his way through the door, entering a large foyer where many posters of different acts through the years were on display, until his eyes caught sight of a sign leading to auditions. He smirked and at once began to saunter his way along, intending to make his way to the audition's room. As he moved through the door, his smile widened in delight - before him were many rows of chairs, lined perfectly in front of a large stage that had been completely prepared for the performance. At the end near the stage was the director, who looked a little worse for wear.

"Worry not, my good man, your Male lead has arrived!" he spoke with an unnecessary melodrama to his voice, walking in boldly towards the stage. "I have heard you require an actor, is that correct? Then allow me to perform for you - I am a man who will accept nothing less than the best!" he exclaimed, walking along with his cane as he watched the director's face brighten, no doubt for seeing someone finally showing up for the audition. Standing before the director, he spread out his arms. "Look upon this form of mine! Whether it is the song of musicals, a graceful dancer or a man who can bring out the emotions of people with his performance, you will find it all in this form! Tell me, dear Director, what is this play you wish for me to audition for?" he asked, smiling brightly.

"Ah, I'm glad you asked! Truthfully, I asked people around the town to spread the word that I need actors following an unfortunate incident, but few have come... We are performing Snow White, one of Grimm's Tales, I'm sure you've heard of it?".

At once, Albtraum's grin widened, but this time his face was contorted in a slightly more sinister look. "Grimm's Tales? Why, I do believe I have..."