Welcome to Lady Finley's Royal Tea Emporium & Steamery. We are the premiere Tea House of London and occasionally attended to by the Majesty herself. Finley's offers an afternoon of fine tea and fantastical adventure. Our collection of tales are usually inspired to be of the romantic nature as well as scientific. Any tale can be called in to question by another patron. However, the patron must improvise another plausible end or embellishment for which to examine and consider.
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Why Sir Doyle are you asking me if I am attached? It's seems a bit forward but since we are among friends I shall grant your request. I have been the proprietor of this tea emporium for many years now as you can see by my photograph on the sign. I was only nineteen when I converted my father's mercantile into the finest tea house London has ever seen. The first several years were difficult and I had quite a bit to learn. As for my marriage prospects at that time, it would seem that a single woman running her own shop is not a suitable choice for a wife. Some may say that I am a spinster, but I choose to think that I have been given a chance to explore new opportunities. I began learning everything I could get my hands on such as chemistry, science, biology, geography, history, etc. Explored bits of the world rarely seen, learned new languages, helped fabricate new technologies. After several years, I returned to London and opened my steamery which is located underneath the tea shop. This is where I invented what is known as the Finley Mechanical Servant. It was truly a success as it is in every home in London, including Buckingham Palace. Yes, it's true. Actually, that is what saved the tea house you know. The queen was so delighted with her new Finley Mechanical Servant she came here personally and ordered twelve more. We had Earl Grey with blueberry crumpets in this very parlor and discussed the idea of making mechanical servants for the royal navy. Once everyone heard of her Highness' visit, my teashop became the premiere tea house of London and so did the name of Lady Finley. I hope this answers your questions Sir Doyle and I am pleased to have you and Mr. Babyliss among our discussion.
ReplyDeleteI have posted a picture of the Finley Mechanical Servant on the Inventions page for anyone who is without their service and is curious about obtaining one.
ReplyDeleteMy congratulations to you, Lady Finley! When I first heard mention of your mechanical servant I imagined nothing more than some sort of mechanised teapot. Imagine my surprise upon seeing a depiction of a mechanical man, complete with his stylish steampipe hat! I daresay that I would be concerned about entrusting young lads with such a work of modern technology. Forgive my observation, but they do not appear the most trustworthy of fellows. I fear the rapscallions may be under the influence of whiskey. Please take care they do not pilot your invention into a ravine or some other such misadventure!
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