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Call the Baron

Calm yourself, he's coming

Be strong, madame

Well?

So, Hans?

The baroness is exhausted

Her heart is very weak

It's a boy?

Baron... Your wife...

Tell me, is it a boy?

N0. It's a little girl

A girl...

Baron, are you alright?

Is it a girl?

G0 to the shelter, it's dangerous here

And you, General?

It's an order, Hans, go now

And Madame...?

The dead are out of danger, Gerda

And your daughter?

I'll take care of her

G0 now, Gerda, I'll follow you

I heard your family has suffered a terrible curse for many years

It seems a curse has been visited on my family for centuries

But that's not a subject for your magazine

It depends on how it's written, surely

Will you allow me to take photos of the castle?

- Out of the question. - But...

Please don't insist

- Will we arrive by nightfall? - I hope so

What are you doing? You trying to kill us?

It wasn't my fault. There's something in the way

See? The road's closed

There's someone over there

Go and ask him.

How do we get to Hohlenstadt?

There's only the ferry, 50 kilometres away...

But never after sunset

You'll be too late

Are there any hotels around here?

You could ask at the castle

The Baron sometimes agrees to receive paying guests

ls it far?

Turn round, go past the village,

it's on your left

Where did you find her?

Near Baron Von Runberg's castle

You think she was murdered?

I think it was a heart attack

It's like she was terrified

Yes, people can die of fear

Of fear?

What's that, doctor?

It's the Devil's mark

The succubus has returned to the castle

The door's opening by itself

What was that?

Just some falling masonry

It's very beautiful

Yes, beautiful. But it could have killed me

Look there

Don't be afraid, it's just a toad

- Help me with the luggage

It's going to pour down

- There's no-one here? - It's your job to find out

S0, Mr. Ducos, where are you taking us now?

Well I... Follow me...

With all the rain, this castle gets even more mysterious

Is anybody up there?

Welcome to castle Von Runberg

Don't be alarmed. The castle is full of hazzards

We were told you might give us shelter tonight

I prepared everything after the telephone call

Phone call? Who called?

I don't know, sir

It was a female voice

She gave me your names

If you come with me I'll show you to your rooms

This is your room, Father

Sorry, I'm not a priest yet. I study theology in the seminary

Please do not leave your bag there

Why not?

Look at the mark in front of the fireplace

On 13th December 1569...

the date on which Erika Von Runberg...

disappeared in the night with the monk who exorcised her

Erika disappeared, leaving this Devil's mark

Exorcised? Why?

Because of a family curse

Baron Von Runberg may explain it to you later

Mr and Mrs Forster, this is your room

What's that?

Sometimes pigeons fall down the chimneys of the castle

It's not unusual

Possibly...

But finding a wounded bird is a strange welcome

It's an historic room, sir

In 1437, the Prince and Princess de Hardt...

had their throats cut while they slept

Throats cut?

But that was in 1437

He's insane

This is your room, Mr. Ducos

And this is yours, Mr. Masson

I hate stuffy rooms. Can't you air it?

- It's impossible, sir - Why impossible?

- The window is sealed - Sealed?

After the inexplicable accident...

that cost the life of Eric Von Runberg in 1735

Enough of these gruesome stories

I'll never be able to sleep alone in this castle

Maybe we should share?

I have just what you need, miss

Well?

I showed them to their rooms, Baron

Fine, serve dinner at eight o'clock

Why not have your bath?

It's ready

Let me rest a while, I'm so tired

Let me help you

I've never seen such a lazy girl

If I don't help you we'll be late for dinner

Your skin is so soft

I know your tastes, Howard

You haven't been able to keep your eyes off her

Enough, Nancy

I told you, I have no interest in Corinne

You've been all over her since we got here

My money is all that interests you

I'm tired of satisfying your every need, Howard

I would enjoy getting a divorce

My love, how could I live without you?

Sometimes I wonder, Howard

I see you collect weapons

Not only do I collect, but every morning I train with Hans

He was my assistant during the war

Speaking of Hans, why does he insist on scaring your guests?

They're all strange here

Come in, please

- Baron Von Runberg - Max Ducos

- Some port? - With pleasure

Can I tell you something?

Ten years I've done these tours, you're the first seminarian I've had

Just between us, this is my first guided tour

And very badly guided

True, but it's all working out fine now

Can't complain about this place

You think not?

I can't open my bedroom window...

the butler has a hideous face

And that baron is very strange

Could it be worse?

I hope the ladies are comfortably settled

Yes, but I must say that your castle is somewhat forbidding

Old castles are always a bit austere, miss

Dinner is served, sir

Shall we go to the dining room?

Please forgive this... improvised dinner

It's perfect

Baron, will you tell us about the Von Runberg curse?

If you insist

But I don't want to spoil your appetites

Don't worry about me

When I'm hungry, I could sup with the Devil

I was just about to mention him

In the 12th century, my ancestor, Siegfried Von Runberg...

made a pact with the Devil

You mean that he sold his soul to the Devil?

In exchange for his services, as well as the soul of Siegfried...

Satan demanded that the eldest daughter...

of every generation of our family be in his service

That she would become a succubus

- And what is a Succubus? - A sort of a vampire, I suppose

You're mistaken, Mr. Masson

A Succubus is a demon who takes female form...

to seduce men and lead them to perdition

It's not necessary to be a Succubus

Any woman can do that

Personally, I don't believe such things

Me neither.

D0 you deny the existence of the Devil?

I don't believe in vampire or Succubus

I'm an atheist, thank God

Unfortunately all the girls in our family became Succubi

All my ancestors were the victims of a violent death

D0 you have a daughter, Baron?

You again? What are you doing here?

Why?

Aren't you pleased to see me?

You promised never to set foot in here again

The roads are blocked

I can't be out in weather like this

Did you forget that today is the anniversary of the...?

I'm sorry, miss,

we have unexpected guests

The castle is full

There's one room left, Martha

The Baron insists on hospitality

- What name shall I say? - My name is Hilse, Hilse Milller

- May I use the phone? - Of course, it's right there

I don't think the phone's working

It worked a little while ago

It must be the storm, there's no connection

Perhaps

It's the first time that's happened

Could you come with me, miss? I'll show you to your room

I bid you welcome

Please take a seat

I'd love to see your laboratory

You want to see my laboratory? Very well

You may be disappointed. Alchemy is nothing spectacular

An oven, a few mortars...

But it's enough to turn lead into gold

Well, to at least try

D0 you have a hobby, too?

Yes, men

Even the married ones?

What do you think about fidelity, Mr. Forster?

Well, nothing good

And you, Mr. Sorel? Anything to say about it?

Don't fool yourself. Faithfulness to God is not easy

- Look at that pig - Don't be unkind, Mr Masson

Your housekeeper does not seem to appreciate our presence

Forgive Martha, she's a wonderful woman

- My brother was very fond of her - You have a brother?

An older brother, Rudolf

He was burned alive inside his tank in Stalingrad

Don't be alarmed

The generator sometimes stops when it rains

Light some candles and serve coffee in the lounge

What's up with you? Hurry up with that coffee

We hear this music every time the Succubus appears

Can't you talk about anything other than Succubi?

In fact, today is the anniversary of the covenant

Enough, Hans. Please change the subject

You have too much imagination

Could the Baron tell me who's playing the harmonium?

That's none of your concern

You can serve the liqueur now

Check... and mate

But this is impossible

You're very lucky, Mr. Sorel

No, I play well, that's all

Your only mistake was not paying attention to my queen

Who knows what a queen could offer a young seminarian?

I wish you all a good night

Hans will remain at your disposal if you need anything

You forgot your promise?

My promise?

Follow me, but I assure you my laboratory is nothing special

Can we meet when the others are asleep, Corinne?

If only for a few minutes

Just for... a few minutes?

No, of course not

So... where and when?

Behind the attic staircase. At midnight

See you then

I have to go to the bus, anyone need anything?

As a matter of fact, I forgot my paper

I'll get it

Goodnight... I'm off to bed

Checkmate

No, Madam. Making gold is not the main goal of the alchemist

Have you ever turned lead into gold?

My main pleasure is searching for philosophical truths

It's late, I'll take you back

Don't worry. I can find my own way back

Take this candle

Don't get lost

- What are you doing here? - Did I frighten you?

There are very strange things going on in this castle

I was going out to investigate, but I couldn't open the door

Let's go into the dining room

Three games and three victories. You really are a good player

I am used to more difficult opponents than Mr. Masson

- Have you got my things? - It's impossible to go outside,

the key is in the door, but I can't open it

What have I done to deserve such useless people?

All right, come on. I'll open the door for you, you'll see

Come with us Mr. Forster

Hold this, give me good light

Just like I said

Can't you help instead of staring at me like that?

- It's impossible to open it - This isn't normal

Hold on... hold on

At least I'm giving it a try

That sounded like Regine.

Come on, quickly

What is it? What's happened?

Blood on the ceiling

N0 need to panic. There must be some explanation

Like the front door?

I'll see what's the matter

Who's with me?

Look at this

It's horrible

Who would torture a helpless creature?

Well? You think that's normal?

It was you who drove us here

Look over there

It's a sarcophagus

And that's a guillotine

You seen a lot of attics like this?

Well, none of this will keep me awake

You're going to stay here?

I have to clean up

- I wish you a good night, sir - Good night, Hans

Don't worry

It was just an injured cat trapped up there

But keep the door locked. You never know

- Did you lock the door, Howard? - Yes, my love

Lots of strange things in this castle

The strangest of all is Baron Von Runberg making gold

Go to sleep. I'll just close the window

- I couldn't sleep - It must be the storm

What are you reading?

A book about the Von Runberg curse

Listen to this...

Succubi appear mainly at night...

They use all their lascivious charm to seduce hermits...

with the sight of their shameless nudity

Do you find me lascivious?

Shameless?

What if I were naked in front of you?

Do you think I could be... a Succubus?

If you could see your face...

It's so funny

It's good to hear laughter

So rare in this castle

Take a seat

Doesn't it look great?

Would you like some wine?

You're not coming?

Looking for an imaginary treasure?

I saw gold in his lab

I'm sure there's more hidden

If it's true, Nancy, the gold doesn't belong to us

Whatever you say

Let's go

How about a final glass of wine? The best...

Sounds good

The Devil leaves this mark on all who make a pact with him

There is another explanation, which says that God forced the Devil...

to mark his creatures with this symbol...

so all cursed souls might know each other

You frightened me

Are you looking for the treasure?

You too?

There's enough for both of us

Come with me

I'm sure the Baron hides his gold in this cellar

Let's look

Help me.

- And if l left now...? - Don't joke

What would you say?

Enough. Stop it.

I'm trying to sleep here.

Let's go somewhere else

Let me out.

Whoever you are. Stop this.

Someone's trying to make a fool of me here

Are you the ones making the noise? I've seen you.

You're not going to get away from me. I've seen you.

You don't have to stand

Why are you always here at this hour?

It's very late

I must have fallen asleep

I should go to bed now

Am I upsetting you?

Not at all

Why are you so nervous?

I'm not used to being alone with a beautiful woman

You really find me beautiful?

D0 you have a cigarette?

- And you? - I don't smoke

No use running away, Alban

You'll die just like the others

- The others? - Yes, I killed them all

I killed them in the state of mortal sin

They died because of their sins

Why did you kill them?

I am a Succubus... Alban

G0 now, Hilse, I shall deal with him

Why did you run away? I mean you no harm

I'm not afraid of you. You have no power over men

Come closer then

Why don't you come outside?

Why don't you come inside?

You speak defiantly, because your body is protected

But your thoughts are troubled

You desire Hilse

Your nights will be long, Alban

I will spend them in prayer. And in penance

For the moment, I am satisfied with your companions

But I'll come back for you later

Wait. Can I propose a deal?

A deal?

Release the poor souls of those who died...

and I will accept damnation

Such pride

Why would I trade souls I already have for one I will have soon?

But think of the souls I'll save if I become a priest

You don't have my soul yet

Instead of saving souls that are of no use to you...

would you not rather have earthly riches?

Love...?

All I want is the souls of my companions

Will you not feel remorse?

Will you follow me blindly?

Sign... and those six souls will be free

Mr Sore]? We're waiting for you

I'll be right down

I had a terrible nightmare after all these stories of Succubi

Tell me about it

I wouldn't call the Baron a champion

And his butler is a total animal

The Baron has been wounded

Please sit

I would like to...

I'd like to unburden my conscience

Please don't tire yourself

The ambulance is coming

I don't hear you well

Yesterday...

I lied

I did have a daughter

I killed her

In her cradle

You killed your own daughter?

She was the oldest...

the oldest Von Runberg

And cursed

- How is he now? - Not good, Martha...

we can only pray

It was because of Hilse that the accident happened

She is cursed.

You're mistaken. Hilse is not to blame

But you don't know the truth

- Hilse is a succubus - Such things don't exist

Anyway, Hilse is not a Von Runberg

Hilse...

is my daughter

Her father was Rudolf Von Runberg

He died without knowing that I was pregnant

And I never had the courage to tell the Baron

He would have killed her

Hilse...

she is the oldest child of the Von Runberg's

Come on, hurry up or we'll never get there in time

Anyone seen Mr. Sorel?

He's at the Baron's bedside

I'm sorry about the Baron, but we can't stay here forever

My mother talked to you?

S0 you know everything

Can you believe I am a Succubus...

but didn't know it?

It's terrible to live in doubt

N0, Hilse, Succubi are just legends

You are sure of that?

No... You're just trying to reassure me

Will we meet again... Alban

Fate will decide

Here comes Mr. Sorel

Where's your luggage?

I can't leave a dying man. Go on without me

I'll make my own way

Well, good luck then

Let's go to the terrace to say goodbye for the last time