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Wanna stay for (a microwave) dinner?

For Billy's Birthday Bonanza (@harringroveweek) day 3, prompt "Microwave Dinner" and "18 years old" (+ the set daily wordcount of 1234 words)

(Read on AO3)

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Steve swore under his breath as he lugged the heavy box up three flights of stairs. When he got to the top he found himself outside a wooden door, and as his hands were full he kicked at it with his shoe instead of knocking.

It swung open, and revealed Billy Hargrove. A dirty, sweaty Billy Hargrove who had … was that cobwebs in his hair?

“Delivery for you,” Steve deadpanned and shouldered past him, stepping into the apartment while looking for somewhere he could set down the box. The place was sparsely furnished, to say the least – just a rickety table and three chairs, two of which were laden with boxes. On the table were piles of books and tapes, and a record player with speakers. From where Steve was standing, he could see into a kitchen which – by the look of things – was barely bigger than Steve’s closet at home. What little he could see of the counter was full of groceries and cleaning items.

Steve had just opened his mouth to ask where he could put the box when Billy simply grabbed it from his grip and set it down on the floor right there in the middle of the room. Their fingers briefly touched when Billy took it from him, and Steve discreetly shook his hands out to get rid of the sudden tingles. Billy, his back to Steve, immediately sunk to his knees and started opening the box. When he got it open, his face split in a grin.

“This is perfect, Harrington, thanks.” He picked up the microwave oven that had been in the box and carried it over to the small island of furniture in the middle of the room, setting it down on the only unoccupied chair and taking a step back to admire it. “How much do I owe you?”

Steve’s parents had been remodeling the kitchen, and the new microwave they’d put in had cost around 300 dollars. When Steve had mentioned the remodeling to the Party, Max had said that her brother was moving out and that he was surely in need of a few things if the Harrington’s wanted to get rid of some stuff. Steve had planned on charging around 100 bucks for this thing – it was a few years old and he hadn’t cleaned it before packing it up, but it was in working condition and he did drive all the way here and carried it to Billy’s doorstep …

But now, glancing around the barren apartment – with its too low ceiling and peeling wallpaper – he found that he didn’t have the heart to charge that much. It looked like Billy would need his money for other things.

Like a couch, or a functioning ceiling lamp.

So, “Thirty bucks,” Steve said, trying to sound casual about it.

Billy narrowed his eyes at him. “Max said a hundred.”

“That’s what it cost new,” Steve lied and changed the topic. “Why do you need a microwave anyway?”

“Because I like my food warm,” Billy said. When Steve leveled him with an unimpressed look, his face split in a grin and he added, “And because this place is a shithole, and the stove doesn’t work.”

Looking at the boxes that were stacked along one wall, Steve asked, “Did you move in recently, or …?”

“Today!” was the reply. “The previous tenant didn’t clean it before moving out, but that gave me a discount on the first month’s rent, so …” Billy walked to the kitchen and waited until Steve had followed before he motioned to the kitchen cupboards, which were all open and in various stages of being cleaned-out.

Well, that explained the cobwebs at least.

“Cool,” Steve said, without meaning it. Like Billy had said, this place was a shithole. Steve wasn’t about to repeat it, though; Billy obviously knew it already, and didn’t seem to care.

“So, uh,” Billy started, shrugging at the random groceries on the counter. “I’d offer you a drink but I literally turned the refrigerator on half an hour ago, so nothing's cold yet. And as for snacks …” He dragged a hand through his hair, messing it up even worse than before. “I’ve only had time to get the basics so far, but … I have cereal, or …?” He made a face as if he regretted speaking before the whole sentence was out of his mouth, but didn’t take it back.

Steve looked closer at the groceries. Cereal, various canned goods, crackers. Bread, pasta and rice. A bag of flour. Eggs.

Just when Steve was about to say a polite ‘thanks but no thanks’ and ‘I should get going’, he spotted something else. Taped to the fridge was a colorful card, with a dog on a surfboard, proclaiming ‘Happy 18th birthday dude!’ The card stood out in that it looked like it was the only unpacked thing in the apartment that wasn't a necessity.

Steve couldn’t help himself. “Eighteen, huh? Recently?” He hadn’t thought about it, but he’d figured that Billy had been eighteen for a while, what with him showing up to school with a tattoo and all.

Billy smiled again, wide and happy. “As of today, pretty boy!”

“Today?” Steve parroted. He looked around the little kitchen, then out in the small living room. He would have thought that Billy Hargrove would celebrate his 18th birthday loudly and obnoxiously, at a party somewhere where everyone got shitfaced and chanted his name. “And … this is how you celebrate?” Unsaid: in a shitty apartment, in a run-down building, in the bad part of town; cleaning a kitchen.

He looked at the groceries again. “Dude, have you even had dinner?”

“Not yet,” Billy answered. “I was gonna go to the store and splurge on a microwave dinner, but I kinda needed the microwave first, and the freezer wasn’t cold enough yet anyway.”

‘Splurge’. Yeah, no. While Steve and Billy weren't exactly friends, they hadn’t really been enemies since Billy apologized before Christmas break, either. So this simply wouldn’t do. Steve would not stand for it.

So, “Stay here,” he said and stalked out of the kitchen. Before he went out the front door, he added, “I’ll be right back.”

And he was. Twenty minutes or so later, he was back at Billy’s door, carrying two bags of groceries of his own. Billy had put his own food away, leaving the counter free for Steve to unload on. Without a word, he stacked up six frozen microwave dinners on the counter, next to four frozen pizzas (which were, apparently, microwavable), a six-pack of beer and two bags of chips. Billy was watching him suspiciously, until Steve brought up his last item from the bag; a mushy chocolate cake in a plastic container.

It was a shitty little cake that had been half off because the expiration date was tomorrow, but it had been the only one he could get at the grocery store. Now, he turned to Billy and motioned to the cake (and the food, and the beer) and said, “Uh, happy birthday, I guess.”

The suspicion on Billy’s face slowly melted away, and was replaced by something else. Something warmer. He reached out for the top two boxes of microwave dinners.

“I guess I should make sure the microwave works,” he said. “Customer satisfaction and all that.”

“You probably should, yeah.”

Billy was smiling now. “Wanna stay for dinner, Harrington?”

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[CN] Kiro's 2023 Birthday Prequel

🌸 Warning: This post contains detailed spoilers for content that hasn't been released on the EN server yet! 🌸

[Note: This prequel was translated with the help of Google Translate :>]

[Chapter 1: Returned Treasure]

After turning the key into the keyhole twice, the door was pushed open.

"Take a look at it first, Kiro. If you want to buy additional furniture and appliances, just let me know."

Accompanied by the man's words, Kiro walked through the entrance hall, a bit of deliberate curiosity in his blue eyes as he looked at the new residence that the company had arranged for him.

The living room was very spacious, enough to place a lot of music equipment.

The kitchen was L-shaped, and the aisles were neither wide nor narrow. There was a refrigerator, oven and other high-end appliances built into the wall cabinets. There was only one thing missing - a microwave.

For a "killer cook", it could almost be considered one of the greatest inventions in the world.

But he didn't want to trouble the unfamiliar man in front of him, so he nodded deceptively and walked towards the bedroom. But as soon as he stepped through the door, he frowned.

Although the sun was shining brightly in the sky, the room was extremely dark, and the white bed and wardrobe in his field of vision were covered with a layer of gloomy gray.

The instigator behind this was a drab building standing next door. The walls looked like cracked skin, mottled and old.

The man seemed to have noticed something and said softly, "It's disturbing being blocked by this building, isn't it? But it will be demolished soon."

"Disturbing?"

The subconscious rhetorical question made the man stunned, but he quickly reacted and showed two rows of big white teeth.

"Hey, is this a northern dialect? How should I explain it..."

"When something makes you feel uncomfortable and upset, we call it disturbing..." As if he found it hard to describe at once, the other party started to make gestures.

Kiro listened quietly while observing the man with thick eyebrows and big eyes in front of him. An hour ago, he had introduced himself in the pick-up hall --

Savin, a manager of B.S. Entertainment and the one responsible for his acting arrangements in Loveland City in the future.

He'd heard this information from Pen a long time ago, but he still wasn't sure whether the other party was a member of B.S. But it didn't matter. There would always be more than one pair of eyes lurking around him.

Therefore, he took Savin's words very naturally.

"Haha - so that's what it meant. It's okay, Savin, I'm not disturbed."

The casual form of address made Savin stunned for a moment, and his eyes softened. "You must know that we Northeasterners can easily take away people's accents. You should learn less, don't be afraid of using your usual Californian accent..."

Savin paused and handed the key in his hand to Kiro.

"Also... I know you've just returned to China, and you must be uncomfortable with everything."

"Food, accent, residence... including the people. But all of this is temporary. I believe you'll find your own rhythm here soon."

Under Savin's sincere gaze, Kiro also nodded solemnly.

"Okay, how about this for today? I'll leave first. You have a good rest. I'll see you at the company tomorrow."

Savin walked out as he spoke. The moment he closed the door, another sentence was hurriedly squeezed in, "If you need anything, please call me at any time!"

Bang - the door was shut.

Kiro finally breathed a sigh of relief and turned around to walk to the suitcase he brought back from California - one which was filled with souvenirs he'd collected over the years.

He touched the box and smiled, then walked around again before finally opening an inconspicuous low cabinet and putting it inside.

This was the "treasure" he hid, and the keyhole could only be accessed by one person.

"Hey, I'm back with the treasure box. I hope I can find you soon."

[Chapter 2: Tiny Light]

--8:30 a.m.

A sharp ringing sounded throughout the bedroom.

"Mm..."

Accompanied by a vague voice, a slender arm stretched out from under the quilt. It followed it's owner's will and groped around the bed, but as it fumbled, it grew impatient. It kept swatting at the bedside like a gopher until the world became quiet, and an unknown amount of time had passed.

The man who had been dreaming suddenly opened his eyes, looking around in panic and confusion. However, in his misty vision, there was only a tiny cluster of light huddled pitifully in the corner, secretly confusing time, making it impossible to distinguish between day and night.

Kiro had no choice but to pick up his phone and take a look -- 8:38 a.m.

"......"

He helplessly rubbed his messy blond hair, walked to the window with bare feet, and pulled the already open curtains wider to both sides. However, the light only spread a little symbolically, illuminating half of the floor.

--It seemed a little disturbing.

He frowned and inadvertently stepped into the sunlight.

The thin light could only illuminate half of his body, but the corners that were illuminated were dazzling enough. He subconsciously squinted his eyes and followed the trajectory, all the way out of the dilapidated building next door. After that, he saw the endless flow of vehicles and the small crows of people going back and forth.

At this moment, Kiro's heart seemed to open up.

There was nice whether today.

-

--9:30 a.m. B.S. Entertainment Conference Room

"Kiro, although you've just returned to China, you should rest for a while to adjust yourself."

"But there haven't been many domestic entertainment resources recently, and everyone has be rushing to grab them, so we should seize this opportunity."

Savin picked up a stack of papers and handed them to Kiro, "If you continue to focus on your music, your development will become more rigid, so the company has secured some film and television audition opportunities for you."

"We can't just be singers, we need to become famous superstars."

Upon hearing that, Kiro knew that this had been the decision taken up by B.S. After all, only by expanding his influence in all directions would it be easier to do things for them. But he wasn't put-off. He knew very well that only by constantly broadening his own path, would he be able to take the initiative into his own hands sooner.

"Alright, Savin. I just have one question." He flipped through the audition details in the file. "When will the auditions start and how much time do I have to prepare?"

Kiro's calmness made Savin laugh and adjust the watch on his wrist slightly.

"Two o'clock in the afternoon. There's an audition for a sports commercial."

"Okay, I'll get ready now."

[Chapter 3: Good at Joy and Happiness]

In just a month, Kiro's success rate in auditions was nearly 75%. But when Savin reviewed the results, he frowned, "Strange... why did the auditions for movies and TV series fail?"

A trace of frustration flashed in Kiro's eyes, "I'll continue working hard. Please give me some time."

After a moment, Savin spoke in a deep voice, "Don't worry, this isn't something you have to work hard on alone. I'll find you a professional acting teacher. It's okay. There's no need to rush for success. We still have time and opportunities."

With that said, he took out his cell phone and walked out, until a polite greeting came from the corridor.

-

The next day, Kiro was already in the garden of the lecturer's home--

"Hello, Mr. Chen. My name's Kiro."

He nodded slightly and looked at the man sitting on the wooden chair.

It was easy to tell from the drooping wrinkles on the other person's face that he was already a bit old, but his sharp eyes made him appear to be in high spirits.

"Mm, Savin told me everything."

"But before we start with the class, tell me, what do you think acting is?"

Kiro stayed silent for a while before considering his answer.

"Acting to me... is about interpreting different lives."

"That's half right, but it's more accurate to continue living these different lives." The teacher raised his eyebrows, "Although the characters in the scripts are fictitious, and the plot is also fictitious, most of them come from real life."

"In the corners you can't see, and to the people you can't see, ever-changing things happen every day. Actors are there to live these lives again."

Hearing this, Kiro seemed to vaguely understand what the teacher meant - "deduction" and "experience" seemed to be two different things.

But before he could continue to digest it, the teacher undid the folds on his pants and said, "That's all. Let's do some imagination and sensitivity training."

"Now, close your eyes and imagine that you're walking in a forest. The grass is soft and the sound of the stream is in your ears. But you also hear the rustling sounds coming from the grass in the distance. What do you think is there?"

"A rabbit..." Kiro closed his eyes, a faint smile on his lips.

"Then, what do you want to do?"

Kiro couldn't help but hold his breath, and stepped forward more slowly. He groped his way to the grass and squatted down, "Hey... would you like to come into my arms and play for a while?"

As he spoke, he opened his arms and waited quietly. It wasn't until his body suddenly froze that he carefully retracted his arms, as if he were really picking up a rabbit... Then, he tilted his head and raised his right hand gently.

Caressing down.

"Hello, I'm Kiro."

Unconsciously, the teacher's voice also became much softer, "After playing with you for a while, the rabbit suddenly ran into the bushes."

"....!"

A hint of panic appeared on Kiro's face. He placed his palms on the ground and leaned down to search.

"You've been looking for it for a long time, but you haven't found any trace of it..."

He was silent for a while, then curled his lips in relief, "It's okay, we'll definitely meet again next time."

"Very good, remember this feeling now." The teacher's voice could not hide his excitement, "You did not follow the public's logic to express your loss, but followed your true feelings. Those are the feelings you want, remember?"

Before he finished speaking, a sharp cry passed through the sky--

Kiro subconsciously closed his eyes and raised his head. At the same time, the teacher also spoke vigorously, "There's a Swift flying across the sky right now!"

"Swift..?"

"Yes, it's a bird that flies all its life."

"Because of their body structure, it's difficult for them to take off once they stop, so they only stop on branches to rest."

"Do you want to keep flying?"

The teacher smiled lightly, "Since we're curious about it, let's go and see its life."

"Now imagine that you are it. Your body is very light, and countless sceneries pass your feet. You just watch them from winter to spring, from dry to blooming, never stopping."

Kiro gently opened his arms. Under the guidance of the teacher, his arms gradually became sore, as if there were thousands of pounds of stones pressing on them.

"You'll also grow tired during this period. Looking at every corner of the city, there is no resting place for you to take off again."

Kiro suddenly felt uncomfortable. He found that he and the Swift were very similar.

They have always been on the road. Although there had been very beautiful places to sing and see along the way, when they said goodbye again, they would be greeted by an endless flight.

But--

"It doesn't matter, I can persist."

Kiro said in his heart.

"I'll keep flying until I find a place where I can rest peacefully and then stop."

[Chapter 4: First Show of Strength]

After repeated training, Kiro became more empathetic.

Even with the scorching sun above his head, he could be so cold that he would tremble all over, huddled in a corner waiting for the snow mountaineering team; or he could stand on flat ground, but there could be an abyss beneath his feet, making him feel dizzy, struggling hard on the edge of the cliff.

His heart was now able to deceive his eyes and brain with ease.

"Kiro, Kiro!"

Kiro, who had just finished training, saw Savin running towards him in a hurry, holding a suit of armor and carrying a red tassel gun.

"What is this, Savin?"

"The actor playing the young Sun Ce in "Three Kingdoms", temporarily broke the contract due to scheduling issues, so we're going to audition now."

"Three Kingdoms?"

"You must know that this is a production worth hundreds of millions. If you can get this role, it would be better than acting in ten other unknown works."

Savin shook the armor as he spoke, causing the fine dust covering it to sway. "Ahem! This is a costume taken from the company's warehouse. Let's make do with it for now."

"If your mixed-race looks go directly for the auditions, you'll definitely suffer a big loss, so let's take care of your hair first before going over." He took out a black wig from the helmet and quickly combed it with his fingers, "We can't miss out on the wig and contact lenses..."

Savin's rare rushed appearance made Kiro confused, so when he saw that the wig was about to cover him, he subconsciously tilted his head to avoid it.

"Savin, what is the Three Kingdoms? Why do I have to wear these? Do I need to act in a costume film?

"You kid..! Have you heard of the Four Great Classics? Do you know the romance of the Three Kingdoms? That's the story in it."

"I've heard of it, but I haven't even read the scripts, so can I just go directly to the auditions?" Before he finished speaking, the hairband was placed on Kiro's head with lightning speed.

"You can't control that much. Just try it."

After getting his hair done, Savin picked up the armor and put it on for him, one by one. At that moment, the teacher who had been sitting on the wooden chair also slowly said, "I remember you said that your dream when you were a child was to be a superhero. Now I tell you, Sun Ce is also a hero. So it doesn't matter if you don't know his life, just remember that he is a a hero who is not afraid of anything."

These words began to play in Kiro's mind over and over again, until he arrived at the shooting scene with Savin. The director improvised an audition topic--

"You are now fighting a battle with less to win more, but because you have no escape, you are fearless."

Along with his words, flags were flying on the distant city wall, and wolf smoke was also billowing. Kiro looked at all of it this, and his heart remained very calm. Although he didn't know what the Three Kingdoms was about, he knew what a hero was.

The next second, he walked to a white horse, holding a red tassed gun in his hand, and jumped on it.

The workers around him were hurriedly moving their filming equipment, but in Kiro's ears, he could hear the sound of horns roaring, and the sound of thousands of horse hooves trampling behind him.

At that moment, Kiro was convinced that he was on the battlefield.

Amidst a horse's cry that pierced the sky, he loosened his reins and galloped forward, riding into the wolf smoke that was about to engulf the world. There were only a bunch of red tassels, as bright as a torch. Even the beacon of fire in the sky couldn't annihilate it, as if it were soaring into the sky.

--"All officers and men, listen to my order and join me on the battlefield."

[Chapter 5: Forgotten Birthday]

He got the role of Sun Ce. In addition to receiving congratulations from all around, he also heard some nasty remarks--

"A mixed-race guy with blond hair and blue eyes wants to play a famous historical figure. Isn't there something fishy about this?"

It would be a lie to say he didn't care, but Kiro also knew the distance between himself and Sun Ce. He began to frequent the library and borrowed one history book after another, but found that the words were concise and difficult to understand. He ran to ask Savin and found that they were classical Chinese texts, written articles in ancient Chinese.

He had no choice but to borrow another classical Chinese dictionary and compare it word by word. After a long time, in his dreams, he would be wearing a robe and looking at a bottle of Coke that was as tall as a human being, shaking its head and saying something.

"Ran, ran."

But due to the language barrier, coke was sprayed all over him, which made him wake up.

There were many such interesting things, which made him enjoy the learning. But the more he got to know Sun Ce, the more Kiro discovered that in his eyes, this man could not completely be called a hero. He was just forced to be involved in the mud of history, especially since the death of his father. How many decisions had he made, and how many goals did he really want to achieve?

With that mentality, the filming of the scene about the young Sun Ce began--

"Kiro, isn't the helmet a little tight? But it's too late to customize it. Please bear with me."

"It's okay, director. This is nothing to me."

"Kiro, there are some risks in this fight scene. If you can't adapt, we can find a substitute."

"...I think if I do it myself, the effect will be better."

In addition to constant contact with the filming scene, the director would also patiently point how people in ancient times spoke, behaved, and pronounced.

It's just that there were so many things to learn. So whenever the filming ended, he would sit in a corner alone and watch and learn.

Days like this went on and on. Then one day, a small change occurred--

"Happy Birthday, Kiro! I got this on the internet."

At that moment, the director who had been looking at the storyboard also heard the sound and put down what he was holding, "Kiro, happy birthday."

"....."

"Why are you just blinking and not talking? Is it because you were so lost during filming that you don't even remember your birthday?" The director teased, then raised his hand to look at the time and called for the makeup artist to come over.

"Time is tight. Take him to put on his makeup first."

Kiro didn't say anything more and left with the makeup artist.

But on the way, he took out his mobile phone as if to confirm--

April 9th. He was so busy that he had forgotten about it.

[Chapter 6: Stopped Swift]

"Okay, cut! This fight scene was great!"

"Would you like to do it again? There were a few movements I could've done better..."

The director smiled and waved his hand, "No, I liked the energy you had just now. Not ruthless, just high-spirited. And isn't it your birthday today? Go back quickly."

"It's okay, director. I want to stay for a while to observe and learn."

Kiro shook his head quickly. There was a highlight today and he didn't want to miss the confrontation between "Zhuge Liang" and "Sima Yi".

"It's okay. Don't think about it, your friends and family are all waiting to surprise you." The director deliberately frowned, half-pushed Kiro, and asked him to leave the set.

After taking off his armor, Kiro walked lightly on the crowded streets. At that moment, he suddenly felt as though he were back in California. At that time, he had no place he wanted to go and walked one road after another. What had changed today? He obviously wanted to stay on set to study today, but why did he still have to "wander" outside?

Was celebrating a birthday really necessary?

Why couldn't he just spend the day sitting in a corner of the set and watching?

Do we have to buy a cake and sing happy birthday to make this day not go by in vain?

A series of self-questions made him stop and sit on a bench, feeling discouraged.

Let's get over this day quickly... When it's over, you can stay at the filming site with confidence.

While he was convincing himself, a girl carrying a schoolbag and her mother walked past, hand in hand. The mother was wearing a floral skirt, carrying a shopping bag in her right hand. The scallions sticking out of her bag swayed with her footsteps.

What was more beautiful than the sunset were the ordinary human fireworks.

Then, he laughed and rubbed his head.

Kiro, what are you being pretentious about? You have two choices now: First, go buy a cake for your birthday; second, go back and do some weight-training, and then fall asleep from exhaustion.

Just as he was making a decision in his mind, a white nanny car stopped in front of him.

"What are you doing here, kid? Get in the car."

He looked at Savin who rolled down the window in surprise. His mind went blank for a moment, so much so that he didn't even remember how he got in the car. When he regained consciousness, he already had a gift box in his arms.

"Happy birthday," Savin said with a smile. "I originally wanted to give it to you in the morning, but the company's kept me busy with work. I finally finished it and was about to send you home..."

"The director told me you had left, but why were you still sitting here?"

"...I was sitting here to observe life."

Kiro tried explaining things, but what he got in return was Savin's blank stare.

"That's not important. I'm here to tell you some good news. It might be your best gift today."

With that said, Savin took out a document from the side and handed it to Kiro, "The director recognizes you very much and has recommended you to senior directors everywhere. This is an audition invitation sent by them. Basically, you're the protagonist."

"From my professional point of view, starting from the young Sun Ce this time," Savin became more and more enthusiastic as he spoke. Because he was speaking too fast, his face turned red.

"It won't be too long before you become a superstar, because you were born to be one!"

Faced with such powerful acknowledgment, Kiro didn't know what to say for a while.

Music and performing have always been his dreams, but he didn't know how many people would like his abilities.

Ten thousand? One hundred thousand? One million?

He didn't know.

He just opened the folder in silence, looking at the audition requirements, thinking quickly about how to feel so that he could express those characters more realistically.

But what was certain now was that in the face of those demands, he was no longer as overwhelmed as he was two months ago.

Maybe he had gradually adapted to this city. Just like France and California... he would find his own place in this huge city.

Suddenly, a swift black shadow passed through his peripheral vision, and Kiro subconsciously raised his head and looked out the window.

A bird was sitting on a high branch.

--It was a Swift.

Translation Masterlist: here

Kiro's Habitat Date: HERE

[penguinparty88]

TEAM CURIE INCORRECT QUOTES

Curie : *standing at the top of the stairs* What are y'all doing at the bottom of the staircase?

Twain : I accidentally fell down.

Mandela : CERVANTES PUSHED ME down the stairs because I refuse to pay THEIR part of our rent!

Meir : Twain bet me fifty bucks that I couldn't reach the bottom of the stairs faster than they did falling down it, so I slide down the banister to get my money.

Angleou : I don't know how I got here. One moment, I was sleeping in my bed, three floors up, and then suddenly I was waking up here, just in time to get crushed by Meir .

Curie : We can't lose. Because we have this. *points to their chest*

Meir : We have heart?

Curie : Heart? No, me. I'm pointing at myself. I'm going to win this for us.

Mandela : FUCK THE CHAIR. PARDON ME FOR MAKING MYSELF COMFORTABLE DURING A SINCERE HEART TO HEART DISCUSSION WITH A DEAR FRIEND IN NEED!

Mandela : BUT THE TIME HAS COME FOR ME TO CEASE STRADDLING THIS DEEPLY OFFENSIVE PIECE OF FURNITURE! AWAY WITH YE, FOUR LEGGED TEMPTRESS! DISTRACT US NO MORE WITH THE MOST BASIC AND UTILITARIAN FORM OF COMFORT YOU SUPPLY!

Meir : Mandela just threw a tantrum about a chair.

Meir : I just won Mandela Tantrum Bingo.

Angleou , pointing a camera at Curie : There they are, our sweet baby.

Curie , holding a cigarette and a beer: What-?

*The Squad is at Mandela ’s house*

Meir : Ohhhh we each get our own oven?

Mandela : …N-No…

Mandela , laughing: How many ovens do you think I have???

Meir , motioning to the kitchen: Three, I thought!

Curie : I see a-

Mandela , motioning to one device: This is a microwave.

Meir : Oh, well I-

Mandela : Hey, wait wait, actually- hang on- *fiddles with the buttons on the microwave*

Mandela , amazed: Its got a bake setting!

Twain : Ohoho, you learn something new every day!

Angleou : Do we- Do we roshambo for who gets to pick first?

Mandela : Now I’ve discovered more ovens than I thought, we don’t have to roshambo nothin’!

Mandela : I am someone who owns four ovens…

Mandela , louder and way too happy: I am someone… who owns FOUR OVENS…

Cervantes , pointing to another appliance: Also, the toaster oven!

Mandela :

Meir : Ohhh, toasty boy! Four- Five ovens!

Mandela :

Mandela , ecstatic: I AM SOMEONE WHO OWNS FIVE OVENS.

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Modern Service Apartments In Gurgaon Near Golf Course Road With Top Facilities

When it comes to premium accommodations, service apartments in Gurgaon near Golf Course Road stand out as a perfect blend of modernity, comfort, and convenience. Whether you're a business traveler, a medical visitor, or someone seeking a long-term stay, these service apartments offer the ideal home-away-from-home experience.

In this blog, we’ll explore what makes these apartments exceptional, the facilities they offer, and why they’re the best choice for your next stay in Gurgaon.

Why Choose Service Apartments in Gurgaon Near Golf Course Road?

Gurgaon, the Millennium City, is a hub for corporate offices, luxury living, and world-class amenities. Golf Course Road, in particular, is one of the most sought-after areas for its accessibility and vibrant lifestyle. Service apartments in Gurgaon near Golf Course Road cater to this high standard, offering:

Strategic Location: Proximity to business hubs like DLF Cyber City, Udyog Vihar, and Sohna Road.

Luxury Living: Modern interiors, spacious layouts, and premium facilities.

Cost-Effective Stays: Affordable rates compared to luxury hotels, especially for longer durations.

Personalized Comfort: A home-like environment with the perks of professional services.

Top Facilities in Modern Service Apartments

1. Fully Furnished and Spacious Living Spaces

Service apartments near Golf Course Road are thoughtfully designed to provide comfort and functionality.

Separate living, dining, and sleeping areas ensure ample space.

Modern furniture and decor create a cozy yet stylish ambiance.

2. High-Speed Internet and Workspaces

For business travelers, reliable high-speed Wi-Fi and dedicated workstations make these apartments ideal for remote work or virtual meetings.

3. Fully Equipped Kitchens

Save time and money with a fully stocked kitchen, including:

Cooking appliances like microwaves, ovens, and stoves.

Essential utensils, crockery, and refrigerators for meal prep and storage.

4. Premium Amenities

Enjoy luxurious amenities like:

Recreational facilities: Gyms, swimming pools, and lounges.

Entertainment options: Smart TVs, cable, and streaming services.

Laundry services: Washing machines or in-house laundry facilities for convenience.

5. 24/7 Security and Maintenance

Safety and peace of mind are guaranteed with:

Round-the-clock security and CCTV surveillance.

On-call maintenance staff for any issues during your stay.

6. Housekeeping and Concierge Services

Experience hassle-free living with regular housekeeping, linen changes, and concierge support to assist with bookings or transportation.

Ideal for Various Stays

1. Business Travelers

Located near Golf Course Road’s corporate hubs and coworking spaces, these apartments minimize commute times and provide a professional yet relaxing environment.

2. Families on Extended Stays

Spacious layouts and child-friendly amenities make them ideal for families relocating to Gurgaon or visiting for an extended period.

3. Medical Visitors

For those seeking treatments at nearby facilities like Medanta Medicity Hospital, service apartments provide a peaceful and comfortable retreat.

Best Service Apartments in Gurgaon Near Golf Course Road

1. Olive Serviced Apartments

Located in the heart of Golf Course Road, Olive offers luxurious and well-equipped apartments, perfect for both short and long-term stays.

2. Perch Service Apartments

Known for its excellent service and premium facilities, Perch is ideal for corporate travelers and families alike.

3. Marriott Executive Apartments

This high-end option features spacious layouts, world-class amenities, and a strategic location near Golf Course Road.

4. Max House Apartments

For those seeking budget-friendly yet modern accommodations, Max House provides exceptional service with a homely touch.

Advantages of Staying Near Golf Course Road

1. Connectivity

Quick access to DLF Cyber City, Udyog Vihar, and major highways.

Well-connected public transport options like the Rapid Metro and app-based cabs.

2. Lifestyle Options

High-end shopping malls like South Point Mall and One Horizon Center.

Fine dining restaurants, cafes, and entertainment hubs for a vibrant lifestyle.

3. Proximity to Healthcare Facilities

World-class hospitals like Medanta Medicity are within easy reach, making the location suitable for medical visitors and their families.

Tips for Choosing the Right Service Apartment

Check the Location: Ensure the apartment is close to your work or point of interest.

Review Amenities: Look for features like Wi-Fi, kitchen facilities, and recreational spaces.

Evaluate Flexibility: Confirm if the apartment offers flexible rental terms and easy extensions.

Read Reviews: Online testimonials can give you a clear picture of the service quality.

Conclusion

Modern service apartments in Gurgaon near Golf Course Road offer a perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and affordability, making them an excellent choice for all kinds of stays. With top-notch facilities, strategic locations, and personalized comfort, they cater to business professionals, families, and healthcare visitors alike.

Ready to Experience Luxury Living?

Explore the finest serviced apartments near Golf Course Road today. From short-term visits to long stays, you’ll find the perfect accommodation that meets your needs and enhances your Gurgaon experience.

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Seattle Move-out Cleaning, The Definitive Guide

✨ The Complete Guide to Move-out Cleaning Services

Moving out of your home? Let's walk through everything you need to know about our professional move-out cleaning service to ensure you leave your space spotless! 🏠

🧹 What's Included in Our Move-out Clean?

Basic Cleaning

We thoroughly clean all essential bathroom and kitchen surfaces:

🛁 Tubs and showers

🚽 Toilets

🚰 Sinks and faucets

🍽️ Countertops

🪞 Mirrors

🏃‍♀️ All floors

🗄️ Cabinet exteriors

Deep Cleaning

We go beyond the basics to clean:

📏 Baseboards

🚪 Doors and door frames

🪟 Windowsills

🏗️ Railings

💡 Light fixtures

🌀 Ceiling fans

📦 Interior and exterior of all cabinets, drawers, and shelves

⚡ Complete appliance cleaning (inside and out):

🧊 Refrigerator

🍳 Oven

🍽️ Dishwasher

🔥 Microwave

👕 Washer and dryer

Special Note About Appliances: 📝 We'll pull out wheeled refrigerators to clean behind them. For ovens, we only pull them out upon specific request due to potential risks:

The oven might not sit flush with countertops afterward

Floor scratching may occur during movement

🔄 Move-in vs. Move-out Cleaning: What's the Difference?

A move-in clean is typically lighter than a move-out clean because the space has usually been recently cleaned. We skip:

🗄️ Interior cabinet cleaning

📥 Interior drawer cleaning

🧰 Interior appliance cleaning

⚠️ Important Requirements

Empty Space

Both move-in and move-out cleanings require the space to be completely empty:

🛋️ No furniture

📱 No personal items

🗑️ No trash

❄️ Empty refrigerator and cabinets

👥 No occupants

If your space isn't empty, we recommend our Premium Deluxe Cleaning service instead.

Scheduling and Access

📅 Book at least two weeks in advance

🔒 Ensure exclusive access (no other contractors present)

🔑 Provide reliable access to the property

💰 Pricing Structure

We price move-out cleanings hourly, providing an estimated range based on our extensive experience:

⭐ 10+ years in business

👥 30+ staff members

🏆 Thousands of cleanings completed

✅ 500+ verified Google reviews

Factors That May Extend Cleaning Time:

⏳ Long-term occupancy (10+ years)

🏛️ Older homes with unique features

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Multiple occupants or pets

👨‍🍳 Heavy cooking usage

🧴 Built-up grease or grime

🏰 Specialty architectural features

❌ What's Not Included

Our move-out cleaning excludes:

🪟 Windows

🏠 Walls

🎬 Blinds

💎 Chandeliers

💡 Light bulbs

🔥 Fireplaces

⚡ Items beyond 7-foot reach (with extension duster and step stool)

☣️ Biohazardous materials

🐾 Animal waste

🐜 Pest infestations

✅ Our Guarantee and Policies

Quality Guarantee

We stand behind our work. If you're unsatisfied with any included service, contact us immediately for resolution! 💪

Cancellation Policy

✅ 7+ days notice: No charge

⚠️ Less than 7 days notice: Full service charge applies

🚫 No access to property: Full service charge applies after 1-hour wait

📞 Ready to Book?

Contact us:

📱 Phone: 1-800-214-1417

📧 Email: cleaned@dazzlecompany.com

🌐 https://dazzlecompany.com

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Experience Comfort and Convenience: Rent a Fully Furnished Two-Bedroom Apartment in Bashundhara R/A

In the heart of Dhaka’s most sought-after neighborhood, Bashundhara R/A, lies an exclusive opportunity for those looking to enjoy the perfect blend of comfort, luxury, and convenience. Whether you’re in town for a short stay or looking for a longer-term residence, the fully furnished two-bedroom apartment available for rent in the iconic JCX Tower is designed to meet all your needs.

A Premium Living Experience in Bashundhara R/A

Bashundhara R/A has long been one of Dhaka’s premier residential areas, known for its modern infrastructure, security, and proximity to key commercial and recreational hubs. Living here means having easy access to top-tier shopping malls, schools, restaurants, and entertainment options, while still enjoying the peace and tranquility of a well-planned residential environment.

For those seeking the finest in rental accommodations, this two-bedroom apartment is the perfect option. Located on Level 5 of JCX Tower, this property offers a blend of functionality and style that caters to both short-term and long-term tenants.

Features That Define Luxury Living

The apartment is fully furnished and comes with all the essentials for a comfortable living experience. Here are the key features that make this rental stand out:

Fully Furnished Living Space: No need to worry about buying furniture or appliances. The apartment comes complete with modern, high-quality furnishings, including comfortable beds, sofas, dining tables, and more.

Modern Appliances: The apartment is equipped with essential appliances such as a refrigerator, microwave oven, geyser, and air conditioning (A/C) to ensure your comfort in all seasons.

High-Speed Internet & Entertainment: With WiFi and a TV, you can stay connected for work or leisure, and enjoy a seamless entertainment experience.

Spacious Layout: The apartment offers a generous living area with a drawing and dining space, making it ideal for both relaxing and entertaining guests.

Cleaning & Maintenance Services: To ensure that your living environment remains spotless, cleaning services are available. Additionally, laundry and security services provide added peace of mind during your stay.

Short-Term Rental for Flexibility and Convenience

One of the standout features of this apartment is the option for short-term rentals. Whether you are a business traveler, a tourist, or simply need temporary accommodation while transitioning, this flexible rental option provides a hassle-free living arrangement.

In addition to its prime location, the short-term rental service offers you the ability to enjoy all the comforts of home without the long-term commitment. The apartment is well-suited for those who need a fully equipped living space for a few weeks or a few months.

Security and Peace of Mind

Living in a bustling city like Dhaka means that security is always a top priority. The JCX Tower, where this two-bedroom apartment is located, offers round-the-clock security, ensuring that you can live without concern. The building is also equipped with modern safety features, and the neighborhood itself is known for being one of the safest in Dhaka.

The Ideal Location

Convenience is key when choosing a rental property, and this apartment’s location offers unparalleled access to all the best that Bashundhara R/A has to offer. You’ll find major roads, shopping centers, educational institutions, hospitals, and dining options just a short drive away. Whether you’re commuting to work or exploring the city’s vibrant culture, this central location is perfect for both business and leisure.

Booking Your Stay

Booking this premium two-bedroom apartment is easy and straightforward. Simply reach out to the property management team to discuss availability, rental terms, and any other questions you might have.

Phone numbers for booking: +88 01712553547 +88 01921096846

Address: JCX Tower, 1136/A, Block-I, Level 5 Japan Street, Bashundhara R/A, Dhaka, Bangladesh

For a closer look at the apartment and its amenities, check out the video tour.

Additionally, for more information and to make a reservation, visit the official website: Hotels.com.bd.

Why Choose This Rental?

When it comes to renting a two-bedroom apartment in Dhaka, this property offers more than just a place to stay; it provides an experience. From its luxurious amenities and premium services to its prime location in Bashundhara R/A, this apartment is designed to meet the needs of even the most discerning tenants.

Whether you’re visiting Dhaka for business or pleasure, or you’re looking for a comfortable, secure, and well-located home, this furnished two-bedroom apartment offers the ultimate living solution. Book today and enjoy a premium experience in one of Dhaka’s finest neighborhoods.

Contact now for booking and availability!

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Furniture and Appliances: Finding the Best Deals through Chennai Free Classified Ads

Furniture and Appliances: Finding the Best Deals through Chennai Free Classified Ads

In a bustling city like Chennai, the demand for furniture and appliances is ever-growing. As urban living evolves, many residents are looking for cost-effective and convenient ways to furnish their homes and equip them with modern appliances. With the rise of online platforms, purchasing high-quality items has become much easier. Among these platforms, Chennai Free Classified Ads has emerged as a top choice for buying and selling furniture and appliances, offering a wide range of options for every budget and style.

Why Choose Chennai Free Classified Ads?

The Chennai Free Classified Ads platform provides a straightforward, user-friendly way to connect buyers and sellers locally. This approach allows buyers to find products close to home, reducing transportation costs and waiting times. Additionally, free classified ads encourage individuals and small businesses to showcase their products without the burden of listing fees, resulting in a greater variety of offerings.

Moreover, buyers on Chennai Free Classified Ads can communicate directly with sellers, negotiate prices, and arrange for pickups or deliveries at mutually convenient times. This level of personal interaction fosters trust and helps avoid common issues associated with online shopping, such as item misrepresentation or hidden costs.

Types of Furniture Available on Chennai Free Classified Ads

One of the main advantages of browsing furniture listings on Chennai Free Classified Ads is the wide range of styles, materials, and price points. Here are some popular categories you’ll find:

Living Room Furniture: Sofas, coffee tables, TV stands, and recliners are popular items, with many options for new, used, or even antique furniture. Those looking to set up a cozy living area on a budget can often find excellent deals on second-hand items.

Bedroom Furniture: Beds, mattresses, wardrobes, and nightstands are regularly listed, catering to different tastes—from classic wood to minimalist, modern designs.

Dining Furniture: Dining tables, chairs, and bar stools are essential for many homes. Listings often include sets or individual pieces, allowing buyers to find the perfect setup for their space.

Office Furniture: Desks, chairs, filing cabinets, and bookshelves are available for those who work from home or are setting up a small office. Many items in this category are gently used, making them affordable alternatives to purchasing new office furniture.

Outdoor Furniture: For those with a balcony or garden, outdoor furniture such as patio chairs, tables, and hammocks can be found at attractive prices.

Appliances for Every Home and Budget

Alongside furniture, Chennai Free Classified Ads has a vast selection of home appliances, ranging from essential kitchen gadgets to advanced electronics. Common appliances listed on the platform include:

Kitchen Appliances: Refrigerators, microwaves, ovens, and blenders are frequently available. Many listings also feature branded, well-maintained items, making it easy to equip a modern kitchen without breaking the bank.

Laundry Appliances: Washing machines and dryers are essential in many households, and buyers can choose from a range of automatic, semi-automatic, and compact machines.

Air Conditioners and Fans: Given Chennai’s warm climate, air conditioners and ceiling fans are in high demand. Many second-hand units are available for a fraction of their original price, and some sellers even offer installation support.

Entertainment Appliances: Televisions, speakers, and home theater systems are other popular listings. With the rapid evolution of technology, many individuals sell their devices to upgrade to the latest models, offering budget-conscious buyers high-quality electronics at lower prices.

Heating Appliances: Water heaters and geysers are also frequently available, particularly as winter approaches, making it convenient to purchase such essentials locally.

Tips for Buyers Using Chennai Free Classified Ads

When purchasing furniture and appliances on Chennai Free Classified Ads, consider the following tips:

Inspect Before Purchase: Especially for used items, always inspect the product in person to ensure it meets your expectations in terms of quality and functionality.

Negotiate: Most sellers are open to negotiations. Polite bargaining can often result in additional savings.

Check Dimensions and Specifications: Before purchasing, confirm that the item’s dimensions fit your space, especially for larger items like refrigerators, sofas, or beds.

Consider Transport Options: If you’re buying a large item, make arrangements for transport. Some sellers may offer delivery, but if not, you might need to rent a vehicle for a smooth move.

Conclusion

Chennai Free Classified Ads is a versatile platform offering an extensive selection of furniture and appliances suited to the needs of Chennai residents. Whether you’re moving into a new home, redecorating, or simply upgrading an old appliance, the platform provides countless options to buy high-quality items at reasonable prices. Embrace the convenience and diversity Chennai Free Classified Ads offers and find the perfect pieces to create your ideal living space.

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Move-Out Cleaning Services: What You Need to Know

As you prepare to leave your home, a crucial step is ensuring it’s spotless for the next occupants or to meet lease requirements. Many homeowners and renters opt for move-out cleaning services, but it's essential to know what these services entail and what might not be included.

What to Expect from Move-Out Cleaning Services

Move-out cleaning services jacksonville fl are designed to handle the heavy lifting of deep cleaning, allowing you to focus on the logistics of your move. Here’s what these services usually cover:

Thorough Kitchen Cleaning: Expect to see a detailed clean of all surfaces, including countertops, stovetops, and appliances. The inside of the microwave, oven, and refrigerator is typically included.

Detailed Bathroom Cleaning: Move-out services generally cover scrubbing toilets, sinks, showers, and tubs. They will also clean mirrors and wipe down fixtures.

Living Areas and Bedrooms: This includes dusting, vacuuming, and mopping. Services often extend to cleaning light fixtures, ceiling fans, and baseboards.

Window Cleaning: While interior window cleaning is typically included, exterior window cleaning might require additional fees.

Floor Cleaning: Whether you have carpets, hardwood, or tile, move-out cleaning services usually include floor cleaning, but specific services like steam cleaning may not be standard.

What’s Typically Excluded

While move-out cleaning services cover a lot, it’s crucial to be aware of what may not be included:

Exterior Tasks: Tasks such as cleaning gutters, power washing, or dealing with outdoor furniture are generally not part of the move-out package.

Moving Furniture: Most cleaning services won’t move heavy furniture or large appliances. Be sure to remove all items beforehand.

Specialized Cleaning: Items such as carpets may require additional services for deep cleaning, which is often not included in standard packages.

Damage Repair: Cleaning services focus on cleanliness, not repairs. Any stains, damage, or wear and tear may require separate attention.

Personal Belongings: Ensure all personal items are removed from the property before the cleaning service arrives, as they will not sort through your belongings.

Finding Cleaning Services in Jacksonville, FL

If you’re located in Jacksonville, FL, and in need of move-out cleaning, consider the following tips:

Research Local Providers: Look for companies with positive reviews and ratings. Websites and social media can provide insight into customer experiences.

Get Multiple Estimates: Contact different cleaning services for quotes. This will give you a good sense of the market rate and help you compare services.

Ask About Customization: If you have specific cleaning needs, ask if the service can accommodate them. Some companies may offer tailored packages.

Verify Credentials: Ensure that the cleaning service is insured and has good standing in the community. This adds a layer of trust and accountability.

Check Availability: Especially during peak moving seasons, it’s wise to book your cleaning service in advance to ensure availability.

Conclusion

Move-out cleaning services can be a significant asset in your transition to a new home, but understanding what’s included and excluded is vital for a smooth experience. By choosing a reliable service in Jacksonville, FL, you can leave your old space in excellent condition and make your moving process much more manageable.

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The Ultimate Guide to Hafele Kitchen Appliances

Introduction:

In the realm of modern kitchen design, Hafele stands out as a premier provider of innovative and high-quality kitchen appliances. With a diverse range of products designed to enhance functionality, style, and convenience, selecting the right Hafele appliances for your home can transform your kitchen into a culinary oasis. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the world of the Hafele kitchen, offering insights, tips, and considerations to help you make informed decisions and create your dream kitchen.

Hafele Hardware Innovative Solutions for Every Space

Hafele Hardware encompasses an extensive array of premium components and accessories tailored for kitchen, furniture, and architectural applications. Renowned for their quality and innovation, Hafele offers a wide range of hardware solutions, including hafele drawer runners,  hinges, drawer slides, handles, knobs, and lighting systems. Their hardware products are designed to enhance functionality, aesthetics, and convenience in various living spaces. With a focus on durability, ergonomics, and contemporary design, Hafele Hardware empowers homeowners, designers, and architects to transform spaces with precision-engineered solutions that harmonize style and practicality.

Understanding Your Kitchen Needs:

Assessing your cooking habits, lifestyle, and kitchen layout.

Identifying essential appliances versus optional upgrades.

Considering space constraints and design preferences.

Exploring Hafele's Appliance Range:

Overview of Hafele's diverse product lineup, including:

Cooking appliances: Hafele chimneys, Ovens, cooktops, range hoods.

Refrigeration solutions: Refrigerators, freezers, wine coolers.

Cleaning appliances: Dishwashers, trash compactors.

Specialty appliances: Microwave ovens, coffee makers, steam ovens.

Highlighting key features, technologies, and design aesthetics of each appliance category.

Factors to Consider When Choosing Hafele Appliances:

Performance and Efficiency:

Energy efficiency ratings and eco-friendly features.

Cooking power, temperature control, and precision.

Noise levels and operational efficiency.

Design and Aesthetics:

Matching appliance finishes with kitchen decor.

Integration options for seamless cabinetry and countertop installations.

Ergonomic design for ease of use and maintenance.

hafele hardware

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Service Apartments Bangalore offer a great balance between luxury and affordability

Are you looking for the perfect place to stay in Bangalore? Look no further than the luxurious, yet affordable, service apartments that are available in the city. With a wide range of amenities and facilities, these apartments offer a unique combination of luxury and affordability. In this blog post, we will explore how you can enjoy the high class of luxury with a worthy experience, the facilities and amenities available.

Enjoy the high class of luxury with worthy experience

Are you looking for a luxurious stay in Bangalore without breaking the bank? Service apartments in Bangalore offer a great way to enjoy the luxury of an upscale accommodation while staying within your budget.

Service apartments are fully furnished and equipped with all modern amenities, giving you an experience similar to staying in a hotel but at more affordable rates. From quality furnishings, premium bedding, smart appliances and well-equipped kitchenettes, service apartments provide all that you need for an enjoyable stay. Additionally, Service Apartments Bangalore also come with 24/7 security, convenient parking facilities and access to onsite amenities like swimming pools and gyms.

These service apartments have spacious living spaces with separate bedrooms and bathrooms — allowing guests to easily spread out and enjoy their time in comfort. The apartments also feature large balconies so you can take in the beautiful views of Bangalore’s skyline or soak up some sun during your stay.

Apart from providing great value for money, service apartments also offer excellent customer service — from housekeeping services to laundry needs, they ensure that your stay is as stress-free as possible. With staff available around the clock to help out with any queries or concerns you may have, they make sure that every guest is taken care of during their stay.

Not only do these serviced apartments give you a chance to live like royalty at an affordable price but they also provide a unique opportunity to explore all that Bangalore has to offer — from its vibrant nightlife and cultural attractions to its world-renowned shopping destinations. So if you’re looking for a luxurious yet budget friendly experience while visiting Bangalore, book one of these service apartments today!

Facilities and amenities

When it comes to finding the perfect accommodation, there is no doubt that services apartments Bangalore can offer you a unique experience. They are luxurious, comfortable and affordable, making them an ideal choice for business travelers or those looking for a flexible short-term residence. Service Apartments Koramangala provides a range of facilities and amenities that make them stand out from other accommodation options. From high-end furniture to modern technology, these apartments provide guests with all the creature comforts they could need.

The kitchens are stocked with all the necessary utensils and appliances such as ovens, microwaves, dishwashers and cook tops. This means that guests can prepare their own meals if they so desire without having to rely on takeaways or restaurant dining.

Other convenient features include air conditioning and flat screen televisions with access to satellite channels for entertainment. High speed internet is also available throughout the apartment allowing you to stay connected at all times while in Bangalore.

For those who want a little luxury during their stay in Bangalore, service apartments come equipped with swimming pools or gyms where you can relax or exercise after a hard day’s work. Some even feature spas and Jacuzzis where you can truly unwind in style.

Overall, service apartments Bangalore offer guests an unbeatable combination of luxury amenities and affordability when compared to other forms of accommodation within the city limits. So if you’re looking for 5 star qualities at 3 star prices then look no further than service apartments in Bangalore!

Conclusion

Service apartments in Bangalore are an ideal option for anyone seeking a luxurious and comfortable stay at an affordable price. With access to modern technology, such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and high-speed internet, guests can enjoy all the amenities of a 5-star hotel without breaking the bank. Furthermore, there are swimming pools, gyms, spas and Jacuzzis available for those who want to take their comfort to the next level. All in all, service apartments Bangalore offer a great balance between luxury and affordability.

Source URL- https://sites.google.com/view/service-apartments-bangalore7/home

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I just realized I’m going to have to replace the refrigerator before I can sell my apartment. The ice dispenser broke several years ago and never figured out how to fix it. And then like a year and a half ago my mom contaminated my fridge with rotting fruit, and I managed to get it all cleaned out except for the water dispenser line, which I didn’t put the work in to figure out how to disassemble. That’s two strikes against the refrigerator, I can’t sell the apartment without replacing it.

I mean, it’s also about 25 years old (or however old this apartment is--I just know it had two or three owners before me and I’ve been here 17 years), so the realtor might have told me to replace it anyway. I just fixed the dryer but I could easily imagine the realtor telling me even the good appliances (washer, dryer, stove) have to be replaced, after 25 years. Probably the furnace too. I replaced the hot water heater two years ago, so that’s fine, but that’s the only appliance I ever replaced.

Also my toaster oven has been half-broken but still limping along for... many, many years. The bottom heating coils don’t work right, and the timer knob broke off so I use a flathead screwdriver on the turnpot to turn it on. So if I’m moving anyway I should probably junk it rather than taking it with me, and then get an air fryer instead when I get to my new home.

The microwave... it still works just fine? There’s literally nothing wrong with it. But it’s also 17 or 18 years old, so it’s a 1000 W microwave, which isn’t the standard anymore, so the times given on my frozen meals are all wrong now. I think I’ll just keep it, though, I mean, there’s literally nothing wrong with it.

My couch has a spring sticking out the side, and the cushions are starting to get holes. I was thinking of replacing it anyway. I’ve had this bed since before I even moved here, which is WAY past its warranty and I know perfectly well that I should have replaced it a full decade ago. My tv stand is crap and has always been crap. And my tv was a hand-me-down from a friend who was mortified that I still had a CRT in 2014, but the flatscreen he gave me was actually worse quality than the CRT (which I gave away to a friend who had a worse CRT... in 2014), so I never use it.

So I think I’m not bringing those, either. Still taking my coffee table, at least one of my chairs, desk, dresser, bookcase, etc. But yeah, I’m going to be getting rid of half my furniture.

[thenugking]

So I bought Sims 4 Dream Home Decorator.

I turn up at my first clients’ house, ready to renovate one of their rooms. They apparently don’t care which. I do want something to go off, so I ask for an idea of one of my client’s likes and dislikes. She tells me she hates woodworking. Her father runs out of the house to inform me he also hates pianos. I approach her mother, begging her to tell me something they do like.

“Well,” she tells me, “What I really love... is pipe organs.”

I turn a spare bedroom into a pipe organ room. Every house needs one. I realise I forgot to take Before photos, so I snap some of the entirely unchanged landing. I invite my clients back and lead them up the stairs to it. (They insist on covering their eyes with their hands to climb the stairs, despite the door to their new Pipe Organ Room being closed.) The client who asked for the pipe organ wanders off to use a computer, rather than look at the new room, but finally they tell me they want to talk about it.

"I think I've seen enough. Let's go over my thoughts." "I'm ready to talk about the renovation."

These are among the most ominous statements I’ve ever heard, and I’m certain they’re about to ask, “Excuse me, but why did you replace our bed with a pipe organ?” but they assure me they love it. To prove it, they shake an empty piece of air instead of my hand.

I return home, where a NAP inspector turns up to fine me for not having recycled any of the furniture in the apartment I moved into yesterday yet.

Luckily, I don’t have to worry about the increase in bills too much, as another Sim responds to my roommate advertisment. We go into her room and talk. She seems nice, so I invite her to be my roommate. She accepts, then yells at me, walks into my room to poke at my chest of drawers because she likes that decor style, and leaves  a note on my floor. As she starts using the mirror in my room, I read the note:

"Please follow the golden rule. I don't come into your room and touch your stuff, do I? No, I don't."

I ask her to leave my room and stop touching my stuff.

Luckily, she soon settles down into living with me, making a white confetti cake for us as a peace offering. After we have each eaten a slice, she starts making a white confetti cake She leaves it in the oven, presumably having remembered she already has a white confetti cake. The next day, she clears it out of the oven, and makes a white confetti cake.

Meanwhile, my work continues. I get a request from the Greenburg family to renovate their walk in closet. I know the name, but can’t quite place the family, until I arrive at their house to discover it’s made up of a crane and a large shipping crate. There is no walk in closet to be seen. There is no room for a walk in closet to be seen.

I try my best, demolishing their kitchen area to fill it with closet space. I throw out their easel, because they told me they hate painting. They also hate rockclimbing, so I sadly dismiss my plans of installing a climbing wall in their closet. Knox and Blossom tell me they like the finished product, even though it wasn’t what they wanted. I am entirely unsure what they wanted. Blossom decides to flirt with me, as her wife, Mary, watches. Mary tells me she hates the renovation. This could be because I flirted with her wife but could also be, to be fair, because I demolished her kitchen and replaced it with a closet.

Getting home from my terrible day’s work, I discover my roommate has left a second note, this time in her room. Wondering what she needs to tell me, I go in to look at it. It tells me not to come into her room and touch her stuff. I have to admit, she got me with that one. Nonetheless, she makes a white confetti cake.

The next day is Talk Like A Pirate Day. After redesgning a living room to have nothing pink, blue, basic, mid-century, or to do with bowling, I try to compliment one of my clients, another elderly lady. I get my pirate speech confused, and accidentally flirt with her. Perhaps my purpose in life is to flirt with old women, the way my roommate’s purpose is to make white confetti cakes.

Moving up in the world, I get a gig to renovate the kitchen at the biggest penthouse in San Myshuno. I am unable to enter the building, or knock on any of their doors, so I have no choice but to teleport myself in. I ask a client what she’s looking for in her kitchen renovation. She tells me she hates cooking. Anything to do with cooking--ovens, fridges, microwaves, cupcake factories--she can’t stand the things. She doesn’t want them in her kitchen.

Despite being the kind of people who can afford to live in a penthouse, have a suit of armour costing $8k on display and, apparently, either order takeaway or go out to eat for every meal, they give me only a couple of thousand simoleons to work with. Luckily, I can get more by selling their hated oven, replacing it with popcorn and ice cream makers. I add a guitar. They love guitars.

The family are delighted with their new cookingless kitchen, so I leave their home to buy myself dinner from a street vendor. My clients are apparently hungry too, as, bereft of an oven, one of them heads into the garden to use the grill.

He sets the grill and himself on fire.

A few minutes later, I teleport back up as the rest of the family come out to approach the Grim Reaper, and the body of their father and husband. One of the children complains that he’s hungry. The man’s widow gives the Reaper a back rub. They go back inside.

The Grim Reaper tells me his favourite colour is blue. I head home to rest before tomorrow’s appointment with the Greenburgs. I guess they don’t want their shipping crate filled with closet space any more. My roommate makes a white confetti cake.

[falcqns]

what's it like living at the compound in your dr ?

its pretty great! we have really no rules, other than clean up after ourselves, and being respectful to our teammates. we have a movie theatre, a private pool, a gym, a small basketball court, and lots of other things. we also each have our own private bathrooms, and our own offices. the bathrooms are attached to our rooms, but the offices are on a different section of the floor.

as for decorating, we're given free reign over what we want to do with our personal spaces. when you move into the compound, you're given a basic room with grey and white furniture like a bed, two nightstands, two lamps (one small and one big standing one), a desk, and a dresser as well as a closet. we're allowed to switch out the furniture (i donated the ones i didnt keep, but i know others gave it back to tony, nat kept hers in storage and then gave it to yelena after taking down the red room), we can reupholster it (thats what steve did, no idea where he learned to do it), etc. we can paint the walls, change the light fixtures, add new flooring (the rooms come with just cement flooring with underfloor heating), even change our doors. Tony honestly doesn't care, and will support you no matter what, because he wants the compound to feel like home, and less like a compound.

another cool thing is that he doesn't care if we 'destroy' the walls, if that makes sense. an example of this is Nat. she likes to paint her walls with acrylic paint and sharpies. it keeps her mind occupied, and its therapeutic for her. Tony lets her go ham on the wall essentially, and then when a wall is full, he paints over it with white, and then lets her paint again.

in the kitchen, there are shelves beside the microwave ovens and each of us have one shelf where we can keep our own kitchenware (cups, mugs, etc) and then we have normal white kitchen ware that we're allowed to use as well. we each have a bin in the one side of the fridge thats labeled with our names that we can put food we don't want others eating in. the rest of the food in the fridge is free reign unless its take out and has someones name on it. we have a cupboard full of different types of coffee, and we have like 4 different coffee makers because we all like our coffee different.

we have a separate cabinet and small fridge thats specifically for our medicine as we all are in therapy (obviously) and we have a variety of allergies and health conditions (Pepper has an epipen in there as she's allergic to strawberries, i have one for bee's, we have amoxacillin for each of us because we get frequent infections from fights, etc) and theres general over the counter medication as well. any medication that would only be given by a doctor (morphine and those types of meds) are in Dr Cho's office and can only be accessed by her and Bruce for obvious reasons.

we have our own private laundry room, and there are laundry and garbage chutes in each bedroom and bathroom. the laundry chutes go the the laundry room, and each chute deposits the laundry in a corresponding basket with our names, and we each have a shelf for our laundry products. our suits are handed over to he housekeeping staff and they clean those as the material is special and expensive. the garbage goes to the dumpster area that is now enclosed bc people kept trying to break in to steal the avengers garbage lol.

we each have our own garage for our car, and it's controlled by a personal passcode.

the pool that we have is an outside one, but it is heated, and Tony's currently trying to figure out a way for us to use it during the winter (he wants to build a retractable glass pool dome) as some of us (me) prefer water training to sparring.

on the first floor where the labs and patient rooms for the med bays are (the rest of the med bay is in the basement) we have therapy rooms. these are for our therapists to meet with us privately as their all hired by Tony, and we also have a gross motor room, and a 'soft' room that has sensory toys, and comfort items that we're allowed to use during therapy, or whenever we need them. if we need a specific room for something (Nat and I have a studio we share) those are built below med bay. Bucky has his own soft room as he is Autistic, and his shutdowns get bad after a bad mission or a nightmare, so that's up on our 'main' floor with our bedrooms. there's also an indoor playground for children, as Morgan visits a lot, and Clint's kids are over a lot.

theres a library on the floor above the living quarters, and movie room there too. the top floor is filled with meeting rooms, and theres a 'media room' where we do group interviews and video announcements from. Pepper has her office up here as well.

theres a lot more features that i can talk about, so if you have any questions about it, send me an ask and i'll answer it!

[delimeful]

to taste your beating heart (4)

warnings: nightmares, flashbacks, mind control/thrall mention, mental breakdown, blood mention, impalement/staking, upsetting thoughts, panic, ptsd responses

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A plastic-sounding click, like someone pressing a button.

Anx took a breath, staring intently at the person bustling around across from him.

Patton was making tea like someone vying for a professional butler position: setting saucers and cups in front of each of them, managing the teapot with a steady hand, motions smooth and automatic.

“Sorry, I’m just so used to setting up refreshments for guests,” he chuckled nervously. “My sister always insists on tea when she comes by, so—“

Logan shifted next to him, impatient and more than a little irritated after every one of his inquiries had been deflected or outright ignored. Patton had invited them in, though, and he was currently their best lead on one of the most vicious cases they’d ever dealt with.

Even if he seemed utterly incapable of answering any of their actual questions.

That wasn't saying he wasn't willing to talk at all. Roman was chattering with him, their most sociable member easily drawn into discussion and more than willing to natter on in the hopes that Patton would let some vital information slip.

Anx wasn’t the only one who noted the way their host set an extra saucer and cup out, but when he met Logan’s gaze, the hunter only rolled his eyes, more than content to dismiss it as another element of the stranger’s apparent airheaded personality.

Patton was still speaking, discussing the many alleged merits of ignoring allergies for the sake of fulfilling experiences. Roman, who was lactose intolerant, was nodding along wholeheartedly. Logan, who was the one to deal with Roman’s post-dairy consumption whining, looked a lot less agreeable.

His own attention remained pinned on Patton’s movements rather than his words. There was a pattern there, a careful turn of the cup so the handle was facing the right side, lift the teapot from the warmer, and pour. One by one, he went around the table.

Anx was the only one watching when the man finally fumbled. After pouring each of their cups with surprising grace, he reached that final, fifth teacup. He twisted the handle so it was right-aligned, lifted the teapot, poured— and then reached for what looked like a cream pitcher.

A beat late, Patton’s hands suddenly swerved to the side, and he pulled them back as though he’d been burned. His voice didn’t even falter.

Anx reached across the table lightning-quick and seized the pitcher, knocking a few of the porcelain jars over and effectively cutting through the conversion as he did. Roman was asking something, but Patton only stared at him, something both fearful and grateful in his gaze.

Anx pulled the lid off, and the thick smell of blood hit him, like iron and rust.

“Your sister, you said?” Logan asked, and Patton bit his lip hard enough to bleed.

Click.

He was in a different room of the same tiny apartment, though it took him a moment to recognize the interior.

Put bluntly, it looked as though a miniature hurricane had torn through it.

The wallpaper was shredded and splattered. The cute decorative furniture had been thrown askew at best, smashed to bits at worst. Everything was in disarray, the valuable and mundane targeted indiscriminately. An entire life torn to pieces.

In the eye of the storm, Patton stood, hands fisted in his hair and eyes bloodshot.

They’d known the backlash of the bond breaking would be hard on Patton, but they hadn’t been prepared for this. It was entirely possible that they had never run into a thrall this strong, one maintained for so long, in their entire hunting career.

Most aggressive thralls would attack relentlessly to defend their master from harm. Seeing as they’d been the ones to kill his “sister”, if Patton was going to vent his ire on anyone, it would be them. Roman stepped forwards carefully regardless, knowing that they owed it to him to at least try to help him recover. “Patton?”

“I should have helped her,” he replied tonelessly, voice half-ruined from screaming. He picked up a broken chunk of a table leg, and they all went tense, but all he did was slam it against the wall.

“I should have saved her!” he cried, punctuating every word with a swing. “Where is she, where is she, what did I do to her?”

“A better question would be: what did she do to you?” Logan asked, ignoring the sharp look Anx sent his way. They’d all been unsettled at the way the vamp had talked about Patton, like someone possessive over a favored plaything, but that didn’t mean they should be bringing it up now.

They’d finally gotten Patton’s full attention, as he turned to them with angry tears in his eyes. “She did everything for me! And I— I gave her away, I betrayed her…”

“She was hurting people,” Anx cut in, voice firm but not unkind. For all that he’d been through, Patton didn’t deserve unkind.

“I could have fixed it, I thought I was— I was getting through to her,” he pleaded, his voice unsteady and unconvincing even to himself. He dropped the wood, pressing bleeding knuckles against his face to stem the tears.

“It’s not your fault, Patton, okay?” Roman tried, stepping closer until he could reach out and set his hand on a trembling shoulder. Patton only seemed to bow further with the weight of his grief.

“Giving her up was supposed to kill me,” he said softly, the frenzy gone from him. “How am I supposed to live without her?”

“The same way everyone else does,” Roman pulled him in for a hug, his own eyes wetter than they’d been before. “One day at a time.”

Click.

The living room of the house— their house.

Perhaps more importantly, the smell of something burning.

Anx had always been twitchy about things like this-- a thousand potential disasters in mind for every little inconvenience-- so he bolted off the arm of the couch the moment the scent registered.

When he got to the kitchen, he heard the rattle of an active microwave, saw Patton standing and staring blankly at the display as the inside of the microwave clouded up with smoke.

Cringing at the thought of the smoke alarm going off, he turned on the overhead fan and pulled the window up before finally yanking the microwave door open.

A plastic takeout container was halfway to a melted puddle, mixing with whatever leftovers had formerly resided there. He slid on a pair of duck-themed oven mitts and grabbed the most solid-looking parts, quickly lifting and carrying the mess to the balcony where it could cool down without making their house smell like burnt plastic.

When he returned, Patton was still in that same spot, frowning slightly as though just realizing that something might be a little off. Like someone had pressed pause while the world fast-forwarded around him, Patton had described it once.

Anx flitted about for a moment, putting the mitts back and cleaning the leftover residue, and then finally faced his friend with a wry half-smile. Patton’s eyes snapped to him, as though just realizing he was there.

“Hey, Pat.” He reached out and set his hand against Patton’s back, watching as the touch helped ground him slightly. “Can you go sit at the table? I’ll bring us both something to eat.”

Without a word, Patton turned and walked to their little dining table.

Cooking was admittedly harder when he ducked away to check on the other room every few moments, but he managed alright, only singeing the eggs slightly where Roman would have incinerated them.

He set the table for them both, and sat across from Patton, who was motionless and quiet in his chair.

“Can we eat together?” Anx asked, offering Patton a fork so there was a physical prompt as well as a verbal one.

It took a moment, but Patton gripped the fork easily and started to work through the motions of eating, mirroring Anx. Whenever he faltered or seemed to forget what he was in the middle of, Anx would nudge his attention back on track.

Once they were finished, he gathered up his dishes and asked Patton to grab his, carrying them back to the kitchen together.

Patton paused for a moment at the sink, mouth twitching into a frown as he stared at his glass and the lingering layer of orange juice at the bottom.

“Does anyone want tea?” he asked suddenly, a well-practiced line in a cheery tone. “I’m very good at tea service, you know.”

Anx swallowed the lump in his throat. “I’m good, Pat,” he declined instead of pointing out that they didn’t have any tea in the house.

Patton seemed to get a little hazier, his face going sad and then quickly lax again. Anx took the glass from him and offered him a hand to hold instead, squeezing his palm comfortingly when he accepted.

“I need help out in the garden today. Do you think you could lend a hand or two?”

He dipped his head in a nod, and as they made their way to the back door, Anx shot a text off to the group chat.

> nightmare on edge street: out in the garden with pat. bad day protocol, stat

When they came back in hours later, dirt under their nail beds and probably a little sunburned, Roman and Logan had already combined their talents to set up an elaborately decorated but still structurally sound blanket fort spanning the entirety of the living room.

Patton’s face twitched into a tremulous little smile as the others waved them over, and Anx felt him squeeze their joined hands gratefully.

Click.

The sequence rewound, restarted. Ran him through it over and over, the same scenes-- the same memories. Patton pouring tea with a determined, terrified glint to his eye. Patton’s mind struggling under the stress of the snapped bond. Patton working through a difficult day with the help of friends.

The scenery grew brighter and brighter with every repetition, like saturation turned all the way up on a screen, until they were as painful as sunlight on his bare skin. He tried to close his eyes, to move away, to change something, anything, but his body wasn’t his own.

Look at him, it seemed to demand, keeping him frozen in a sensory hell. Pay attention. Look what you did. Understand how you hurt him.

Click. Click. Click. Click. Click.

Clunk.

Silence. The memories vanished, leaving him floating in an impossible, endless black space. Between one blink and the next, he was eye-to-eye with a mirror image, something about it just slightly off.

He didn’t notice the stake in its hand until it was too late.

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Anx jerked upright, hands jumping to his chest as the phantom sensation of wood between his ribs faded. His breath stuttered painfully, as though he expected to feel ichor welling up in his mouth any minute.

Staking a vampire was an archaic hunter method. It was difficult to manage, it was messy, and it was the slowest and most painful way possible to kill a vampire. He knew this, though he wasn’t sure which life was providing the facts.

Regardless of memories, he couldn’t know how it felt to actually be staked. He’d been injured before, with a coven as temperamental as his, but nothing like that. Nothing even close to that. It was just a bad dream, an imagined pain.

There was a subtle shifting nearby, and his head snapped up, eyes bright and teeth bared. If those assholes thought he was in the mood to have his space invaded--

“Easy, Count Chocula.” Across the room, the sword-wielder-- Roman, that was his name-- settled back into the armchair by the door, watching him with narrowed eyes. “I was simply noticing your… abrupt awakening?”

Right. Because he wasn’t settled into one of the tiny, dark rooms reserved for the newly-turned and those who couldn’t shake off the urge to sleep. He was captured by weird hunters, who trapped him in their weird house, and asked weird invasive leading questions about his weird night terrors.

He was also tucked into a bed, for some reason.

The comforter had already slipped down halfway due to his sudden jolt into wakefulness, and he wasted no time in kicking free of the sheets. The room was surprisingly dark in both theme and lighting, with deep purple walls and heavy spiderweb-patterned curtains blocking out any potential sunlight.

There was also a warding circle of ash carefully smudged in a perimeter around the bed, the burning containment runes strong enough to make him want to sneeze even from this distance. The diameter of the circle was wide enough that he could theoretically keep away from any stabbings if he pissed Roman off enough, but add even one more hunter to the mix and it would take virtually no effort to pincer him.

Nothing he could do about the new cage for now, with the hunter staring at him expectantly from his sentry position. He sent a poisonous glare back and hissed, still crouched on the bed like an exceptionally angry gargoyle.

Roman pressed an offended hand to his chest, but was cut off by an inordinately cheerful knock at the door. His expression flickered to a sort of bitter resignation, and he shot Anx a much more serious warning look before unlocking and cracking the door open.

“Hey, Pat! I thought you were taking a nap?” he asked with impressively feigned lightness to his voice.

“I was, I just— Is he awake?” Another too-familiar voice replied, sounded distracted. “I felt…”

“Yeah, Padre,” Roman admitted after a strained pause. “He’s up. You remember your key?”

“Of course!” Patton said, and neither of them elaborated on what the hell that was supposed to mean. Roman stepped aside, and Patton beelined to the bed like a compass needle to true north.

He stopped just short of the circle, like a determined enough— or cornered enough— vamp couldn’t reach out and drag him in. “Anx! I’ve been so worried about you! You took quite a tumble, are you feeling alright?”

Anx stared at him. The words were bright, but there was a thread of something fervent and barely-controlled in them, something frenetic in the way he shifted from foot to foot. It sent a pervasive feeling of wrongness down his spine, like looking at an old photograph and realizing that something you remembered from it was entirely absent.

Anx didn’t— couldn’t know enough about Patton to recognize when he was acting off, but every piece slotted neatly into place anyways, dragging him to a conclusion he didn’t intend to realize; Patton was pretending, ignoring the parts of him that felt bad to reassure the rest of them. After everything he'd already gone through, he was bearing the stress of being thralled without a word.

He could feel the thrall tether pulled taut between them, already mentally frayed from both the time passed since feeding and the pain that had ricocheted through him at his last order. Looking at Patton like this, it was bizarrely easy to loosen his grip and let that last thread connecting them fall apart.

Patton’s shoulders eased, all of him sagging slightly like a puppet with strings cut. And wasn’t that just an uncomfortably accurate metaphor.

In the next moment, the hunter was stepping neatly over the line of ash and into the circle, arms lifted. Roman shouted something, but his alarmed words were meaningless noise against the roar of anticipatory fear that overcame Anx.

Get away, his instincts screamed, but his body remained stuck, stalled by a resentful whisper in the back of his mind: Doesn’t he deserve to get a few hits in though? Look at what you did to him.

A sudden touch made him curl in on himself, but the arms that folded around him were careful, even gentle. His head jerked up, and sure enough, Patton was hugging him. He froze, struck dumb.

Over Patton’s shoulder, Roman was stopped a few feet away, hand outstretched as though he’d planned to yank Patton back out of the danger zone. Anx met his stare, eyes round as quarters.

“I did not tell him to do this,” he blurted, and Patton’s chest vibrated with a little sniffly chuckle. The human was so warm.

At the door, Logan appeared, glasses slightly askew. “Patton? I heard—“

He paused, taking in the room. His expression grew more and more unimpressed. “... I see. Exactly what happened while I was away?”