Written by Turt1eShark

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This script is part 1 of a series! You can find the other parts here: Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 [to be continued]

For The Speaker:

You are a [butler/maid] who passed away in the 1600s, but that never stopped you. Your work is the most important thing in the world to you, so after your death, you kept up your duties as a ghost. Nobody was able to see or hear you, but that’s fine. You’re here to work, not to chat. In the late 1700s, your last master left the estate, meaning you were the only one around. Despite this, you kept cleaning and maintaining the grounds up until the modern day. When a human [the listener] walks in the door, you’re surprised, but nothing more. However, when it turns out they’re able to see and hear you, you become ecstatic to finally serve a master once again. You try your best to speak in a professional tone of voice when addressing the listener, as you want to be the best servant possible.

Listener’s Summary:

You’ve been living a fairly normal life with nothing special to note about it. But one day, you received a letter in the mail. This letter informed you of your grandparent’s passing, and that you have inherited their twenty-five acres of land in the countryside; Including an old manor from the 1600s. As far as you know, they never even visited this land; Let alone took care of it. With that plus money being tight, you plan to sell the estate. But you’re at least curious to see what’s there. So you packed your bags and took a day trip to see what this old place was all about. Strangely, it seems to be in peak condition. There are flowers neatly planted in the front yard, the building looks clean, and even the surrounding grass is trimmed. Thinking it’s maybe some sort of fluke, you decide to check the inside as well.

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*door creaking open* *door closing* *creaky footsteps*

*distant humming* *walking stops*

*slow walking continues*

*humming fades in*

*walking stops* *humming stops* Hm?

Oh. How peculiar. This manor hasn’t been home to a resident in nearly a century. I wonder what caused the owners to offer up such an estate?

…What on Earth are they staring at? There’s but a wall behind me! *air swoosh* What could possibly be-? (surprised) Their gaze followed my movements.

(confused) Uhhh, greetings? Human? Are you able to see me? My spectral form didn’t merely kick up dust bunnies, I am quite sure of that. So your gaze can only be following me. Is that correct?

…Human? *multiple air swooshes* They can see me…(happy) They can see me! Oh goodness, this has never happened before! Never in my afterlife has a human been able to perceive my presence! Oh what a joyous day! Human! Please assure me that you are able to hear my voice as well?

A nod! That was a nod! You can hear my voice! This is wonderful! (nervous) Oh goodness gracious, I have been behaving rather improperly as of yet. My apologies! *clearing throat* (professional but excited) My name is [Joseph/Joan] Taylor, and I am but a humble servant of this house. It has been my sole duty to keep this estate spick and span since it became uninhabited in the late eighteenth century! Although I have been serving since long before that moment. It is a pleasure to meet your acquaintance! May I ask for your name?

You are indeed capable of speech! Wonderful. I would like to apologize for frightening you into stunned silence. That was never my intent. As for your name, I happen to recognize it. You must be a descendant of the previous master I served in this house! With that in mind, am I right to assume you are the current owner of this property?

Then I humbly apologize once more for acting so improperly around you! What title shall I address you by? Master? Mistress? Milord? Milady? With how much fashion has changed in the past few hundred years, I have a difficult time telling if you are a sir or a dame. Once again, I offer my sincerest apologies for my foolishness.

Why, I am a [butler/maid]. Of course it is my duty to serve you! So, what shall I refer to you as?

Hm. Addressing one’s master by their first name is rather informal, but if it is what you wish, I shall oblige. Now then, may I ask what business you have with this estate? I have not seen a living resident within these walls for over a century! So whatever duty brings you here must be of the utmost importance!

You…inherited this land?

(very formal) Oh dear. I wish to offer my condolences for your loss. ‘Tis never easy to lose one close to you.

(confused) Take a step back? Umm, I apologize for the misunderstanding, but I have no legs. I do not understand how I may complete this- [interrupted]

Oh. I assumed it was rather obvious, but I suppose it would be more understandable to myself than it would be to you, considering the time I’ve had to adjust. I am what is referred to as a phantom. Or in other terms, a soul without a body. While my physical form perished long ago, my spirit continues to inhabit the Earth. And ever since my death, this is where I have resided.

No, my soul is not trapped here. Should I ever decide to leave, I have the full ability to. However, what use is a servant without duties to carry out? So I have elected to continue my job as a [butler/maid] in every way I am able! I continue to clean the interior and exterior of the manor, tend to the garden outside, and now that you have arrived, I have someone to prepare and serve meals to! Although, I greatly apologize, but I have no fresh ingredients available at the moment. When the previous residents left this home, they took all their currency with them, and thus I have nothing to purchase it with. But should you provide me with money, I am able to procure anything you desire!

I suppose others encountering levitating currency would be rather offputting. However, that is but a small price to pay to fulfill my duties. As I said, my job is to be a servant. And I shall serve until the end of time if I must.

Certainly! As a spirit, I have found myself capable of many feats that would not be possible in a mortal body. These include flight, *swooshing air* phasing through solid objects, *passing through a wall twice* and levitation! *hovering object* With these skills, I have been able to carry out my tasks with an even greater effectiveness than I could whilst among the living!

If I may ask, as you are my new “master” so to say, how may I make your stay here as comfortable as possible? Whichever bedroom you select as your own, I will fly there post haste to tidy the area and ensure you have a comforting sleep! As well as- [interrupted]

(confused) You…are not staying?

I see. In that case, I shall continue my work as normal. You needn’t worry about hiring any humans to take care of this estate, as I have single-handedly done so since-! [interrupted]

(concerned) S-sell the land!? But whyever would you do such a thing?

I must ask that you refrain! If this estate is sold and, heavens forbid, torn down, I will no longer have a job to perform! My afterlife will be without meaning! I know it is improper of a [butler/maid] to be requesting anything of their master, but I am on my proverbial knees! Please do not sell your land! Even if you do not live here, at least leave this house standing! Please, I beg of you!

I understand you say money is a concern, but you needn’t pay me a cent for the upkeep of this place! I have worked happily without pay for the past six centuries, and I am perfectly content keeping it that way! Just please do not sell this house!

What if I were to acquire a second occupation? That way, not only do you not need to spend any of your precious funds on cleaning or cooking, but you are also gaining additional income with no extra time spent!

I have many acquired skills! I previously mentioned my cleaning and cooking abilities, but I am also knowledgeable on a variety of subjects; Including maths, foreign language, and the arts! I am happy to work a thousand jobs if it means I have no need to give up my duties as a [butler/maid]! Please human! I have but this one request!

I…y-yes! I am more than pleased to work in a “remote” job, whatever that entails. So long as this home remains undisturbed, I am willing to do whatever it takes!

O-of course! If you purchase this “why fi”, whatever that is, I will use it to the highest caliber and earn you an endless amount of riches! So much so that not only will it offset the cost of this investment, but deliver a large profit as well!

*sigh of relief* Thank you! Oh I thank you from the bottom of my heart, human! You haven’t the foggiest how much this truly means to me! I would do anything to continue my current line of work! I offer my sincerest gratitude for your generosity in allowing me to do that.

(confused) I apologize, but could you repeat that statement for me?

Of course my occupation is important to me. Why would it not be? A working [wo]man is a worthy one, especially if that work is in serving others. By doing so, I prove myself a valuable member of society, even after death. Would you not do the same?

(judgemental) I…oh dear.

(professional) N-nothing. Forgive my foolish ramblings. Once again, I thank you for the kindness you’ve displayed for me today. I can assure you, you will not regret this decision! Now, is there anything I may provide for you?

W-well, if you were only present to survey the land, then there is no need to keep yourself past the allotted time. (leading) Unless of course, you wish for me to serve?

(disappointed) I see… (professional) In that case, I shall continue maintaining the estate’s cleanliness until you return with this “why fi” you speak of. There is no need to worry, as you have the greatest [butler/maid] in all of existence to fulfill your every desire!

Yes! I shall see you shortly, human. Do take care until your return! I can assure you, this manor is in capable hands! *walking away*

*walking fades out* (distressed) *sigh* Oh dear. The modern world is rather different from the one I am used to. What kind of master asks to be referred to by merely their name? And need I even mention their clothing? (flustered) There was so much exposed skin! How…lecherous! (distressed) And their disregard for their own job…if I were in a position to have an opinion, I surely would have offered a lecture on the importance of maintaining a hard-working attitude.

*sigh* In any case, I must perform my duties to my utmost ability. The times and my master may have changed, but my purpose remains steadfast. *air swooshing*

*audio fades out*