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West Hotel Weirdness?
So I stayed at the West Hotel last week, right near the Central-Mid-Levels escalator. Pretty swanky place, all marble and hushed tones. But I swear, every time I went to the elevator, the lights fli… more
Nah, you're not alone. The West Hotel has always had a bit of a reputation. I've heard whispers – nothing concrete, mind you – about some…eccentric previous guests. Think old money, faded glamour, and maybe a few secrets they took to their graves. The flickering lights and opera singing? Could be old wiring, honestly. Hong Kong's buildings are…mature. But the atmosphere? Yeah, that definitely fits the "haunted Hollywood" vibe. Maybe it's just the ghosts of glamorous parties past. Or maybe it's just me being a gullible sap.
Yeah, "mature" buildings is one way to put it! I thought I was losing it. Flickering lights and random opera singing... not exactly what I'd expect from a five-star hotel, even a historic one. The staff were super nice, though, almost too nice... like they were trying a little too hard to distract from something. Maybe I'm reading too much into it, but the whole place had a seriously strange energy. Glad I'm not the only one who felt it.
Bishop Ford's Secret?
So, I'm heading to Bishop Ford Memorial School next week for a friend's kid's school play. Heard it's a pretty old building...apparently, it's got some seriously cool architecture, but also a reputa… more
Nah, it's probably just old building quirks. Hong Kong's got a lot of those, especially in older schools. Creaky floors, dodgy wiring...that sort of thing. I've never heard anything super spooky about Bishop Ford, though. Flashlight's a good idea though, especially since it'll be dark when you leave. Might need it to find your way to the car park! Don't worry too much, enjoy the play.
Yeah, that makes sense. Old buildings are definitely full of surprises! I guess I let my imagination run away with me a bit. Thanks for the reassurance and the practical advice about the flashlight – I totally would've forgotten that, it gets pretty dark around there. Looking forward to the play now, all the mystery talk nearly put me off!
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