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The annoyance of his tone almost caused Julieta to rescind the offer of food, yet, she didn't. The two of them were inside and she remained unphased by his tone on the outside. Her expression was calm, firm as she spoke once more. "Good," She stated the single word, her tongue clicking against the roof her mouth. Sitting in the booth across from him, she watched as he looked over the menu. "You don't know?" Her brow shot up curiously, "Pick something," she didn't just suggest it this time, "Whatever it is, you can make it work. That's just what you have to do." @nolanxmurray

He didn't like to take things from others, he found it wrong. Even now, he had times he struggled and wasn't getting by on his own, he didn't take from others. He rolled his eyes. "Fine." he was annoyed, and you could tell by the tone, but he was hungry also, so he did want food. "Whatever," he said as he walked inside he felt like all eyes were on him and his arms, it sucked. Maybe it wasn't true, maybe it was he had no idea. He ducked into a booth and looked out the window a moment before he struggled to open the menu and sighed, he knew how much he couldn't eat himself right now with his hands. He looked it over and sighed "I don't know" he said the menu down for a moment. @julietaxalvarez

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When her assistant let her know that her next appointment had arrived, she began putting away the case that she had been working on. Julieta had just closed the folder, placing it to the side when she heard a knock on the door mere seconds before it open. She lifted her hand, gesturing to the seat. Over the phone, the conversation had been brief in nature and truthfully, she preferred it that way. It was much easier for Julieta to get a grasp on things in the moment, talking face to face with someone. "So," she raised her brow slightly, "Go over what happened with me," she told him, "then we can figure out where to start." @levi-steelexhutchinson

starter for @julietaxalvarez Location: Julieta's Office At least the only luck the male had was that his daughter was not home and was staying over at her mother’s.  The last thing he wanted was for his daughter to see all of this, see the police at his door. Levi did have a reputation for causing trouble, but he never did anything that would result in him breaking the law. The male had been surprised when he came home to see officers outside his door. Levi remained calm as the officers handed him papers to search and collect information. Levi knew to be careful and not say anything. He did not step in their way and refused to speak to them until he got a lawyer. Anger building inside him but still controlling himself. He reached and took out his phone and called Julieta, knowing she was someone he could trust and who could offer him legal advice.

Levi looked at his phone, seeing that his last meeting for the week was cancelled. Honestly, he was neither surprised nor upset about it. He sighed before knocking on the door and walking into Julieta’s office. “Thanks again for making time. This was so not expected,” he spoke.

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A gasp parted Julieta's lips at his words. "You doubt me?" She raised a challenging brow, knowing that she were going to make it her mission to get ready in twenty minutes. "I'm a professional at getting ready under pressure," she shot him a playful look before dashing into the ensuite bathroom and t urning on the shower. She moved quickly, stripping from her clothes and recklessly discarding them on the bathroom floor. Julieta knew full well that Quentin had every right to be skeptical, as she had never been known for rushing when it came to looking her best. But today? She'd prove him wrong.

Julieta finished up, stepping back into the room as she was towel drying her hair. Looking him over, she gave him an appraising look. Her bottom lip was captured between her teeth as she took him in. "Careful, this look might be the exact reason I don't finish getting ready in twenty minutes," Julieta teased, fighting back the urge to undo the tucking of his shirt. Turning on her heel, she grabbed a long, but more casual dress from the closet. "So, have you figured out where we are going yet?" She mused, dropping her towel as she stepped into the dress, forgoing undergarments just for Quentin's sake. @quentinxjames

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There was a time in which Julieta would not have deemed herself so soft and it came after her sudden divorce. On the other hand, growing up, Julieta had always been a gentle and caring person. She helped raise her two younger sisters without so much as a complaint. In the last year that she had been dating Quentin, that softness had returned in ways that she truly never expected. As she stood with the other, she found herself being soft. She didn't know his full story and she didn't need to. Not to see that he was struggling. "Get whatever you want," she told him, a slight firmness to her tone as she opened up the door, offering him to go in first. "I know that I do not have to, but I am going to." It was more firm this time, allowing herself to indicate that she would not be taking no for an answer. @nolanxmurray

it was hard; food had been so hard lately. He was limited on what he could eat on his own. he was eating a lot of food that was premade and things he didn't have to cut up or prep at all. He didn't know the lady and had no idea why she cared enough to stop and talk to him. "Um, if you want..." he said. The money and limit on what he could eat did make it hard. "I've had so much soup..." he could make that easy at home and had it a lot lately. "I... you don't need to," he said, looking at her, he didn't even know her why would she offer that. @julietaxalvarez

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A gasp parted Julieta's lips at his words. "You doubt me?" She raised a challenging brow, knowing that she were going to make it her mission to get ready in twenty minutes. "I'm a professional at getting ready under pressure," she shot him a playful look before dashing into the ensuite bathroom and t urning on the shower. She moved quickly, stripping from her clothes and recklessly discarding them on the bathroom floor. Julieta knew full well that Quentin had every right to be skeptical, as she had never been known for rushing when it came to looking her best. But today? She'd prove him wrong.

Julieta finished up, stepping back into the room as she was towel drying her hair. Looking him over, she gave him an appraising look. Her bottom lip was captured between her teeth as she took him in. "Careful, this look might be the exact reason I don't finish getting ready in twenty minutes," Julieta teased, fighting back the urge to undo the tucking of his shirt. Turning on her heel, she grabbed a long, but more casual dress from the closet. "So, have you figured out where we are going yet?" She mused, dropping her towel as she stepped into the dress, forgoing undergarments just for Quentin's sake. @quentinxjames

Quentin chuckled, watching her with amused admiration. "Oh, I’d never underestimate your dedication to looking stunning." he teased, propping himself up on one elbow. As she pressed a quick kiss to his nose and slipped out of bed, he smirked. "Twenty minutes, huh? I’ll believe it when I see it." He stretched, settling back against the pillows with a content sigh. "Guess that gives me just enough time to figure out where we’re actually going." he muttered to himself with a grin, already running through options in his mind. Wherever they ended up, he knew it’d be worth it—with her, it always was. It was then that he got up himself, making his way to the wardrobe where he got a black jeans with a white button down shirt, neatly tucked in. He'd only need a quick wash of the face, brush of the teeth and a bit of gel in his hair and he'd be ready. @julietaxalvarez

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Julieta smirked, tilting her head to the side as she gave him a knowing look. "Oh, hopefully not much longer. I've missed your dating stories." Her expression softened as she answered the question, "I think only another week or so. Depends on how things go, more so, depending on how willing I am to rest." She half joked with Roman, slowly shaking her head. "Don't go and settle down before then," she teased, "I'd hate to miss out on any good stories before then and judge all your questionable choices." @romanrhodes

"i know you're just saying that." roman chuckled with a grin. despite his words, he was thankful julieta said his pears were her favourite. there was a dirty joke in there somewhere... but she was a taken woman, he wasn't going to go there.

"i can imagine. you're like me, in that way. i hate sitting around and doing nothing. do you know how much longer you'll be like this?" roman asked, his hands going into his pockets. "i miss seeing you in the diner. who am i supposed to tell my dating stories to?"

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Julieta groaned, dramatic and drawn out for the effect. Yet, it was the way her lips twitched that betrayed her. "That was truly atrocious," she sighed, shaking her head like she was truly suffering by his joke. But, her fingers tightened around his, holding on. And despite her best efforts, a small and breathy laugh slipped out before she could even begin to try to stop it. She dropped her head against his shoulder for a moment. "I know I asked for it, but I can't believe you just inflicted that on me," she mumbled, voice partially mumbled by the fabric of his shirt. Lifting her head, she met his gaze, softer now. "You're lucky I love you," she teased, "but we are going to have to find you some better dad jokes." @quentinxjames

Quentin watched her, the admission, so simple and so full of trust, made his chest ache in a way that had nothing to do with fear. His fingers curled around hers, steadying them both. "A distraction, huh?" He let out a breath that was almost a laugh. "Alright, but you asked for it. My jokes became dad jokes when Sadie was born." He chuckled, leaning in just slightly. "Why did the scarecrow win an award?" He waited half a beat, squeezing her hand. "Because he was outstanding in his field." It was bad, insanely terrible, but if it got even the smallest smile out of her, it would be worth it. @julietaxalvarez

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Julieta's brows knit together as she took in the state of him from the bandages to the cast. "No need to apologize." She glanced toward the cafe and then back to him. Julieta had prided herself on being able to read between the lines and she didn't think that he was just debating the menu. With a small nod, she stepped closer. "You want help deciding?" She offered, "I happen to be a bit of a cafe menu expert." And before he could protest, she added, "Something easy, yeah? Soup? Sandwich? Maybe a pastry." Julieta began, "My treat, by the way. No arguments." @nolanxmurray

It was hard knowing he didn't have much food at home, even more than anything he could handle eating right now. His hands are wrapped up, one in a soft bandage, the other in a cast. There wasn't much he could do on his own right now that easily. So he was hoping the cafe could have something easy and cheap, but he couldn't think of the menu right now. Hearing someone, he looked around a moment, snapping back to the real world. "Sorry ugh" he moved to make sure she could get by or go inside. "I am just trying to think of what they have..." he admitted. @julietaxalvarez

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Julieta laughed, the warmth of his kiss still lingering on her skin as she stretched lazily beneath him. "You know I won't say no to that." As much of a planner as Julieta tended to be, a spontaneous road trip with Quentin sounded just like what the two of them needed. Rolling onto her side, she propped herself up on her elbow with a playful smile tugging at the corners of her lips. "But if you think I am going to throw on any outfit for this mystery trip, you clearly underestimate me, mi amor." The words rolled right off her tongue before she leaned forward and quickly pressed her lips to his nose and slid out of bed. "Give me twenty minutes and I'll be ready for whatever adventure you've got in mind." @quentinxjames

Quentin’s grin matched hers, his fingers trailing lazily along her arm. "A spontaneous road trip does sound perfect." He told her, pondering a direction before he got an idea. He leaned in, brushing a quick kiss against her forehead. "Let's see where the day takes us, cariño. We might have a day full of surprise as of yet." he added with a playful wink. With her excitement sparking his own, Quentin sat up, lightly slapping her hip. "Get dressed. We're going on a weekend adventure." @julietaxalvarez

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Julieta smiled warmly, her eyes lighting up as Vincent spoke. "It's a big step," considering Julieta had never imagined herself in this position again after the divorce from the man sitting next to her. "It's a little bittersweet, but it's all part of the journey." One that Julieta was tackling head first. "More free time, huh? That's something. I'm sure you'll find something to fill it with." She laughed lightly, "Any ideas what you might fill it with so far?" @vincentxcastro

"It really is. I know the hubby is going to really miss it and wonder how he would adjust when all the kids are grown up," he replied with a chuckle. It would be a change, Vincent knew that it was just part of life. "That's amazing. I am so happy for you two," he spoke with a massive smile on his face. The male was really happy and glad for Julieta. He could see that she was happy and that's what he wanted for her. "Nah, nothing new but I have more free time now which is new I guess," he chuckled. @julietaxalvarez

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Julieta settled into the seat, to the best of her ability. Unfortunately the luxury of being comfortable was long lost. For the duration of the ride, she remained silent, focusing primarily on her breathing. It helped to distract her from the sharp pains that would come in waves. At the hospital, everything was a whirlwind and she was grateful for Quentin's ground presence. From the blood test, temperature and then the echo, he was right there. He offered his knowledge but Julieta could see the restraint that it was taking him to not jump in with both feet. The wait, however, seemed to be the most painful part, besides the actual pain. With her hand in his, she shifted slightly in her seat. "I think I'm okay," she murmured as her fingers tightened around his, "I am just glad you are here." She let out a slow breath, "But if you're really looking for a task, I wouldn't say no to a distraction. Maybe a bad joke? Something to make this waiting game a less less unbearable." @quentinxjames

"I wouldn't regret anything despite your promise, anyway." He told her, offering her a smile at her quip back, pressing a quick kiss on her lips before he closed her door and made way to the other side so he could take her to the hospital. Whereas he normally hated driving, always feeling anxious when in a vehicle, he got her there without the slightest of problems. At the hospital, Quentin stayed close, his hand never leaving hers as they waited and then again when she was called in. As he expected would happen, there was a blood test, temperature, then an echo. It took every bit of strength he had not to meddle with things. Say what he thought was going on, or any way to press his own 'knowledge' on the attending. He only did when it was an appropriate time for him to ask questions when Julieta had none herself. Then, waiting for the results, his hand was wrapped around hers secured, finishing up a text to Wesley who had arrived to look after the kids, and looked at her. "Can I get you anything? Ice chips?" @julietaxalvarez

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Julieta had been watching him for a moment, long enough that she had finished putting in the quarters for the parking meter only a few doors down from the cafe. She wasn't usually one to get involved in stranger's business, but there was something about the way that he hesitated at the door caught her attention. Maybe it was the way he looked at the place, or maybe it was the bandages on his hands. Those were hard to miss. Julieta approached. "You going to go in, or are you planning on standing there all day?" She asked with a tilted head. Her voice wasn't unkind in nature, despite her typical no nonsense demeanor. @nolanxmurray

He hated this, he hurt his hands so bad the other day when he was hitting the wall. He was still hurting and wasn't able to do much on his own. He was barely able to even feel himself at this point since both hands were wrapped up. So he could not work right now till he could use his hands more and that just annoyed him even more. Everything he had done to himself and it just added to his mood.

He sighed as he walked from the park towards town, thinking of where to eat and what was cheaper. He had saved money, but he didn't cook well himself and now couldn't cook at all. He had a bag with him that had his stuff in it since he couldn't use his pockets.

But once he was outside a cafe he sighed as he stopped thinking if he should go in or not.

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Julieta grinned up at Quentin, eyes lighting up with the possibilities as he revealed the news. "A kid-free day, huh?" She mused, leaning into his touch as she pretended to think over what they'd do. "Well, as much as I love being a responsible adult," which was true when it came to Julieta Alvarez, "I have to admit, the idea of a spontaneous road trip is pretty tempting." She raised an eyebrow as Quentin pulled out her playful side. "But," she continued with a teasing smile, "I never mind spending the day being entertained by you," she winked at him, excitement bursting through her as she thought of what they might get into next. @quentinxjames

Quentin let out a thoughtful hum, his fingers absentmindedly tracing circles along her back. "Well, much as I enjoy having them around to keep me humble, I think Wesley and Amayah are on babysitting duty today. Something about ‘giving us a break’—which I highly suspect is code for them spoiling the kids rotten." He smirked, tilting his head slightly to glance down at her. "So that leaves us with a rare, kid-free day. We could be responsible adults and catch up on errands… or we could be us and do something way more fun." His grin turned playful as he squeezed her waist. "What do you think, Gorgeous? Brunch? Lazy day in? Spontaneous road trip? The world is our oyster—unless, of course, you’d rather just stay here and let me continue my very important job of keeping you entertained." @julietaxalvarez

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Despite the immense pain that Julieta was in, his comforting ways helped. Quentin's protective instincts were ones that she cherished. She couldn't help the small laugh that came out in a huff as it passed over her lips. "Thank you for being so sweet." She added, allowing herself to lean on him as they walked. "I promise I won't make you regret this later." She smiled at him as they reached the vehicle, "Let's conquer this like a superhero," Julieta managed to quip back, shooting him a determined grin even as her insides felt like they had fire running through them. As tough as the woman allowed herself to be, Julieta did not think that she would be able to do this without Quentin. @quentinxjames

Quentin was quick to notice the way Julieta gritted her teeth, and his protective instincts kicked in immediately. He moved toward her with a soft, steady presence, his hand warm and steady as she reached for his arm. "Alright, easy now," he said with a wink, but his voice was laced with concern. "I know that ‘more than ready’ feeling, but we’re gonna take it slow. I’m not about to rush you to the hospital and have you give me a look that’ll make me think I’m about to get a third-degree burn." He made sure to help her into her coat, adjusting it just enough so she wouldn’t have to strain herself. Once she was steady, he led her out to the vehicle with his hand firmly on her back, offering the comfort of his presence while making sure she felt supported every step of the way. “You’ve got this, I’ll be with you every step of the way, and hey, just think of it as one more story for dinner parties -- ‘How Juli Conquered Pain Like a Superhero.’” He gave her a smile, trying to keep her distracted with a little humor, but inside, he was all business. Nothing was going to stop him from making sure she was okay. @julietaxalvarez

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"I can tell that you do," she smiled warmly at Bridget, "it's a very heartwarming sentiment. Others may judge you but you shouldn't let that bring you down." She didn't and she knew that Bridget's brothers were supportive of her but that didn't mean there were people out there that weren't. "It's your life and your love, you have to listen to what you're feeling and wanting out of it." Julieta had taken a long time to learn that as well, having spent a long time in a relationship that she stayed in merely out of convivence. @bridgetxjames

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"Hm, that's what I'm here for. To keep you entertained," she teased him in an equally light tone. "I wouldn't have it any other way," Julieta noted in return. If anyone was going to keep her on her toes, she was glad that it was Quentin. "We certainly do," she closed her eyes momentarily as she snuggled closer to him. "What do we have on the docket for today?" She questioned, her fingers drumming against his chest lightly. "Are we doing something with the kids or are Wesley and Amayah whisking them away from us today?" @quentinxjames

Quentin chuckled, his hand gently resting on her back as he leaned in to press a soft kiss to her forehead. “Oh, I’m sure it’s not possible,” he teased, his tone light. “But, you know, I’m not gonna complain. If you’re gonna snore like that, at least you’re keeping me entertained.” He smiled, letting his fingers trace soothing patterns on her back. "Gotta keep you on your toes, right?”His voice softened as he held her closer. “I’m glad you slept well, too. We both deserve it.” @julietaxalvarez

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