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... I daren't ask.

pennypennypennypennypennypenny

hi.

you’re as beautiful as a summer sunset in raja ampat and bonaire combined.

okay.

bye

... Gordon, is this you? Because if it is, from what I understand, I believe you're in need of some rest.

Scott wasn't joking, then. High as a kite.

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no maybe yes.

but, y’know…

you’re super duper smart n’ stuff.

you know the answer. you know everything.

So you know what’s high? Thunderbird Five is high. Soooo high.

helovesyou

Btw, Hat’s a Hood. Ask Scoot.

Okay.

Okay

Bye.

Well, I'm not sure I'm that smart. I don't think I know everything. I don't think anyone does, for that matter.

Thunderbird Five is high, yes... but I'd wager you're metaphorically higher.

'Hat's a Hood?' I'm afraid I don't follow you. Why don't you try and get some sleep? Everything will feel better in the morning.

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pennypennypennypennypennypenny

hi.

you’re as beautiful as a summer sunset in raja ampat and bonaire combined.

okay.

bye

... Gordon, is this you? Because if it is, from what I understand, I believe you're in need of some rest.

Scott wasn't joking, then. High as a kite.

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Penny, it’s S. just in case you get any… strange messages from G - he’s currently about as high as he was deep that time you rescued him. Hospital gave him something but I can’t get the phone out of his little squiddy tentacles.

Anyway, don’t hold it against him, whatever he says, he’s pretty loopy.

If you’re about, could do with a hand getting K out of a spot of bother…

COMMS: MESSAGE BEGINS.

... There is so much to unpack in this message, I don't know where to begin.

Let's start with why was Gordon in the hospital in the first place? Is he alright? I've not had any bizarre messages from him (not that I would ever hold anything like that against him) but I'm guessing that's a blessing if his current state is as bad as you say.

What's happening with Kayo? I'm afraid I've been rather tied up today, attending a conference in Geneva, but if my assistance is still required, I can be with you as soon as possible.

COMMS: MESSAGE ENDS.

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All of the media saw that ask about the rocks!! Who’s ur boyfriend?? It’s Scott Tracy. Just announce it.

Darling Anon, you really shouldn't believe all the rumours you hear. Besides, I don't believe Scott's ever been crushed to near death by rocks but I will stand corrected if a similar incident has slipped my mind.

Scott Tracy is simply a colleague and a very good friend of mine. Nothing more, nothing less. Thus, there is nothing to announce.

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All of the media saw that ask about the rocks!! Who’s ur boyfriend?? It’s Scott Tracy. Just announce it.

Darling Anon, you really shouldn't believe all the rumours you hear. Besides, I don't believe Scott's ever been crushed to near death by rocks but I will stand corrected if a similar incident has slipped my mind.

Scott Tracy is simply a colleague and a very good friend of mine. Nothing more, nothing less. Thus, there is nothing to announce.

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I stand by that statement. I do believe his heart is mostly in the right place...

That's not to say that I'm thrilled to hear about yet another invention idea. These machines being made "cheaper" doesn't bode well at all.

Fischler Industries is strongly considering getting back into the Storm Chasing game!

I was very fond of my little weather balloon CIR.R.U.S - it broke no less than THREE Thunderbirds! How about that??

But the next one is going to be BIGGER. Faster. Cheaper so I can make a whole fleet of them with the same budget!

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Oh my gosh, your book recommendations are fantastic! A follow up question - obviously WW2 was a long time ago now, but women played such an important role, including in the intelligence services! What role would you have seen yourself playing if it had been during your time?

What a wonderful follow up question, thank you!

I'd like to think I would have been brave enough to be on the front lines (as much as women were allowed) by working alongside the resistance groups in the Occupied Territories. It was a dangerous job but a necessary one, and it was one that women seemed to have a good foothold in. I'm rather skilled when it comes to undercover and stealth work, so I'd like to think I'd be rather proficient in that area.

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Dear Lady P, can you please talk to us about your wardrobe? How does one look so good whilst fighting criminals and solving crimes?

Dear Anon,

Thank you very much.

Let me preface this by saying that, whatever you wear, your outfit is an expression of yourself. If you feel comfortable in what you're wearing you will not only look far more at home, but also far more confident in the clothes you have on. Fashion is about expressing yourself.

Next, let me clarify that it isn't as easy as it looks. My wardrobe is quite vast and, though I do have a few staple pieces, as everyone should have in their closet, I do also have many, many pieces that have been bought and used over the years for more specific reasons.

A lot of thought goes into the attire I wear when I'm on a mission.

The first thing to remember is that an outfit is styled entirely on the situation one believes they are getting themselves into. Sometimes it isn't always possible to know exactly where one will end up but being as prepared as possible is always the best tactic.

Where? — The most obvious point to think about when styling an outfit is location. You wouldn't want to be trying to climb a cliff-face in stiletto heels, for example. Equally, you wouldn't want to turn up to a charity auction in a black hoodie. You'd stick out like a sore thumb.

What? — The next item to consider is what it is you're getting yourself into. Will running be involved? Climbing through small spaces? Will you need to be able to get in a high-kick? If the answer is yes to any of the above, I'd highly recommend not wearing a long skirt or dress.

Who? — This question is two-fold. The first consideration is the "criminal" you're after. Know your enemy. Sometimes you can use your outfit as part of your mission to bring them down (Brains knows about this. Ask him about John's special tuxedo.) The second is the "everyone else". As I said above, blending into your surroundings is important, but so is blending in with the crowd. It is a lot harder to avoid being spotted in photographs taken if you're wearing an outfit that doesn't blend in.

After all of that, I tend to pick whatever I'm in the mood for. Styling your outfits to be seasonally appropriate, or event appropriate — for example, florals for a spring event — is important, but most of all I believe that picking something that makes you feel fabulous is the best advice I could offer.

This turned into quite the ramble, but I do hope it answered your question satisfactorily, Anon.

Penelope

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Hello Lady Penelope! Any book recommendations you can make for auto/biographies of spies/special/secret agents?

Hello Anon! What a fabulous question!

My first recommendation would have to be my own father's official biography, Home In Time For Tea not that I'm biased. I would also recommend anything regarding the Universal Secret Service, or the elite Spectrum organisation, though biographies of any sort are rather sparse when it comes to personnel.

However, if you wish for something more retro, I'd suggest one of the following:

They Fought Alone by Maurice Buckmaster and/or The White Mouse by Nancy Wake. Both are autobiographies, and both agents operated in France during the Second World War. Buckmaster was the head of the French Section of Britain's SOE during World War Two, and Wake was an agent of the same organisation as well as the French Resistance. Wake's story is rather remarkable - did you know she was the Gestapo's Most Wanted? At one point there was a five million Franc price for her capture.

Penelope

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What’s ur favourite food!

Dear Anon,

This is not a simple question... Let me have a moment to think.

. . .

. . .

Alright. If its down to simply favourite foods, I choose...

Chocolate profiteroles.

Unless you wanted something more meal-like, in which case, I choose...

A homemade hearty Shepherd's Pie (not to be confused with a Cottage Pie, which is still delicious but it is different).

I shall leave it like that before I change my mind once again. My mouth is now watering!

Penelope

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Your Valentines answer was the loveliest! 🥹 I hope your ‘mystery man’ spoils you as you deserve!

Why thank you, Anon. That's very sweet of you.

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Now, now. The manor is big enough for @thunderbird-shadow to take shelter in visit too.

Looking for recipe suggestions!

Alan’s told me he’s had enough of my cookies so I thought I’d try something new!

Hit me with your best suggestions!

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It depends on whether you have a preference for cakes or cookies, but might I suggest a Victoria Sponge?

Looking for recipe suggestions!

Alan’s told me he’s had enough of my cookies so I thought I’d try something new!

Hit me with your best suggestions!

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Deal.

Precisely! It'd be useful to be able to disappear.

Bullet holes really do ruin a perfectly tailored fascinator. The nerve of some people.

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What would u like to get for Valentine’s Day? U must have a lot of admirers!

Dear Anon,

I'm really rather simple to please when it comes to Valentine's Day. I don't really expect gifts of a material kind, though flowers and chocolates are always appreciated. I much prefer spending the day with the one I love - that's far more important to me than receiving gifts. So, I suppose the answer to your question is I'd like to receive time with the person I love.

(to avoid being hounded once again by the tabloids, I will be keeping who that is private)

Seeing as it's a special someone's birthday on that day see Gordon I didn't forget again I also much prefer to spend the day celebrating that rather than the idea of Valentine's Day.

Penelope

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Hm. I still don't like it.

I can't deny an invisibility cloaking piece of clothing would be quite handy in some situations.

Bullet holes really do ruin a perfectly tailored fascinator. The nerve of some people.