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vividachromatic · 11 months ago

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Meant To Stay The Worst - Pt. 4

Desc: Alastor meets Reader's father for the first time and asks him for her hand in marriage

Alastor x reader

Tags: ongoing, marriage, confessions / proposals, manipulation and toxic relationships, canon typical violence and language

(<- Pt. 3 -- Pt. 5 -> )

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So, today Alastor would meet your father...

You'd like to tell yourself you didn't care about your father's approval at all, but that wouldn't be true.

Of course, you'd still be together with whoever you wanted to be regardless of his opinion; but you still hoped your father would finally accept any of the decisions you made.

You already told your father that you were dating someone and you wanted the two of them to meet.

You thought he'd be extremely happy about the fact that this may finally be a chance to get you out of the house, but for some reason, he didn't really seem that happy about it.

When Alastor and you arrived at your father's property he was surprised to see several employees bowing to the two of you and politely greeting you.

"Miss Y/N, I am glad to see that you are back. The lord is already awaiting you..." one of the workers of the place gave you a quick bow and handed you a key. Despite her words, she didn't even look at the two of you, not seeming to actually care if you were there or not.

You just nodded wordlessly and used the key to let yourself in. Alastor was confused by the way your... 'home' seemed to work. It was cold. It seemed more like a workplace or a company.

When the two of you entered the house you gave him a shy smile and spread your arms wide to sarcastically present him the extravagant hallway. "We're here. Yay..."

"Oh Y/N, you're finally back! Oh? So that's the guy you're fucking, huh? Interesting..." a man only a few years older than you chuckled - looking eerily similar to you, while walking down the stairs.

Alastor narrowed his eyes at him when the man - your brother... - stepped way too close to him.

"So that's what you're into. You should've told me earlier and I could have arranged something!" Your brother Ashton laughed, "Though I always thought you were more on the other side of the spectrum, if you know what I mean..."

You narrowed your eyes at him. "Is that what you want to talk about? Really? Because I can-" You started but got interrupted when Ashton pressed a hand on your mouth. "Shut up sweetheart, okay? Shut up."

You slapped his hand away from your face with a glare. He just rolled his eyes and turned around to go to his room again.

There was a lot of drama going on in your family in the last couple of weeks... The fiance of your lovely cousin Maria cheated on her. With a man... Your brother.

The engagement was called off immediately, though barely anyone knew the exact reason why. Maria was probably too embarrassed to admit the actual reason. Same-sex relationships were way too controversial in your time.

You obviously always knew that your brother and Alan - one of your oldest acquaintances (and Maria's fiance) were gay.

You didn't really care for all the drama or your brother's and your cousin's love life. Though him sticking his nose into yours was kind of bold considering his situation.

Alastor raised an eyebrow at your little dispute, but you just quietly shook your head, signaling him to not worry about it.

Then, finally, the two of you entered the dining hall.

It was way bigger and more pretentious than Alastor thought was necessary. Though he could respect a man who had his priorities straight. Speaking of who...

When your father entered the room, Alastor noticed you immediately straightening your posture.

The man had a cold look on his face as he looked Alastor up and down.

But Alastor didn't seem fazed at all. He stepped closer to the man and held out his hand to him.

"Mister L/N, it is an honor to be meeting you. My name is Alastor." The two men shook hands, which was followed by an awkward moment of silence with your father scrutinizing Alastor and him fixing his suit.

You had to admit Alastor had to either be an extremely good actor or he just really didn't give too many fucks about your father's opinion. Either way his ability to not be intimidated by him was quite impressive.

Your father invited the two of you to sit down, explaining the cooks will have the food ready soon.

And when the food finally arrived - after another extremely long and awkward silence - Alastor seemed delighted. It did seem to be quite an expensive meal, at least. However, the seasonings were a little lackluster compared to what he was used to.

"So, Alastor. What is it you do for a living?" Your father asked.

And so, a moment of your father asking Alastor questions and him answering with a grin started. It was kinda odd watching the two of them - both seemed extremely calculated and like there was always some underlying message in their words. All in all, it was just a lot of passive-aggressiveness.

When you were at the point where you were pretty sure they actually hated each other you excused yourself to the bathroom. Though you hated to leave the two of them alone with each other, you just couldn't take it anymore.

When you returned to them, the only wish you had was that no one died, but what actually happened was even more surprising.

Your father smiled.

He. fucking. smiled. At Alastor.

And he patted him on the shoulder like a proud father would to his son.

Beyond shocked, you tried to look at the clock on the wall or pinch yourself or look for any other clues that you may just be in some kind of fucked-up lucid dream.

But you didn't find any. Then your father looked at you and nodded in approval.

As you were currently trying not to die of a heart attack from complete shock - Alastor stepped at your side and pulled you towards him by the waist. "I'm going to return home again now, but I will call you by the end of the day if that is alright with you?" He asked.

"I... uh, sure." You answered and after giving you a quick kiss on the cheek Alastor left, the staff leading him outside.

Now you were alone in the room with your father.

God... this was embarrassing. You were about to leave and go to your room when your father spoke. "You like this man, don't you?"

You froze.

"I- uh guess... No, I... I do." You answered, your face turning even more red than before.

Your father nodded. "Good for you. Stick with a person you really like, alright?"

You were confused by his sudden honest advice but nodded.

When you returned to your room that night you continued wondering about what the hell Alastor and your father were talking about, while you were gone until you fell asleep.

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"It's unlike you to not bring a radio." You grinned at Alastor. Both of you were sitting on a picnic blanket together. Just like on your first date.

But this time he hadn't prepared the food on his own, but both of you had, together.

Alastor gave you a small smile after your statement, but it was more hesitant than usual. "Do you know why?" He asked you.

You blinked at him perplexed. "Uh... no?"

He smiled, "Being a radio host is something I love doing. And it's also a mask I can hide behind. You could say it's something like my persona... But I don't feel like I have to act like my persona in front of you."

Touched by his words you took his hand in yours and looked into his eyes. He looked back into yours and smiled. You knew Alastor pretty well at this point, so you knew by now that most of his smiles were fake. It was a mask he wore to always appear in control of a situation.

But in his eyes, you could see that he actually meant to smile at you at this moment.

"I'm not sure I can ever completely disable it. But I want to try. For you." He added, genuinely.

Alastor was a prideful man, but he not only admitted his weakness in front of you, but he also promised to try to do better for you. You weren't sure if anyone else would get it like the two did, but you knew this meant really much to him right now. And you were grateful.

He now took both of your hands in his. "I'm going to be honest with you now... because I know I can be with you. I always thought love was stupid. But I don't think that anymore; ever since I met you. And even if it was, I'd think it's okay as long as I can be with you. Meeting you was the was best thing that happened in my entire life. And you accepting to be with me was more than I could ever ask for. Especially when you continued to stay with me through... things no one would have. I love you, Y/N. And I am sure of that now."

You felt a lump inside your throat at his extremely sweet and honest words. Trying to blink away tears, you cleared your throat to respond but Alastor stopped you with a finger on your mouth.

Then he pulled something out of his pocket and kneeled in front of you.

Your eyes widened in shock.

"Y/N.... I love you. And I would like to spend my entire life with you. And I promise that I would tear apart heaven and hell for you, if you only asked me to. Please stay with me and be my partner forever and I will be yours. Y/N L/N... Will you marry me?"

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You covered your mouth with your hand in disbelief and tears started actually welling up your eyes now.

You never actually thought you'd react so stereotypically. But that was probably because you never thought you'd actually love someone that much. So much, that you wanted to bind yourself to them by law. And form a family with them.

But you did. Being expected to stay with him forever and have a family is something that you want now. With him.

"I... I-" Your voice broke and you started crying. Alastor gave you a gentle smile and held your face in his hand. "Darling?"

"I- I do..." you whispered, with tears streaming down your face now. Alastor smiled softly, wiping them away with his thumb and kissing you on your cheek, then your nose, and then your mouth. Then he pulled away with a soft smile again.

"I love you..." He whispered, sliding the engagement ring on your finger.

You smiled at each other, then you kissed again.

In this moment you thought that every struggle in your life had been worth it, just so you could live until this moment.

The two of you stayed like this together for a while.

In a park, underneath a big tree with pink flowers. You leaned your head against Alastor's shoulder - imagining to be together with him for the rest of your life now. Just like he asked you to.

After a while, the two of you had to get up though. After packing together all of your things Alastor smiled at you with pure love in his eyes, taking your hand and planting a kiss on the back of it.

He was so gentle with you, always.

Then the two of you walked back, him planning to bring you to your house.

But on your way, you were interrupted... by someone you knew all too well.

A tall, blonde boy recognized you and walked towards Alastor and you with confidence.

"Actually, let's go that way." You said, dragging Alastor in the opposite direction, the one you were just coming from.

But it was no use.

"Y/N!!" You heard the voice of the very person you were trying to hide from right behind you.

Annoyed you sighed and turned towards him. "Heyy... Alan..! What are you doing here?" He would never be downtown by his own choice.

"What do you mean? Even I sometimes mingle around... peasants." He said while looking around the place with a raised eyebrow.

Yeah, you highly doubted that. But why would he be here then?

He cleared his throat. "My fair maiden, Y/N. Let us unite in the bond of marriage-"

"Woah, okay....!" You interrupted him and stared at him dumbfounded. "...Are you fucking kidding me?"

You certainly never expected to be proposed to twice. On a single day.

Alan tried to stay composed and just answered: "Please, watch your language fair maiden-"

"What the hell? What are you trying to do..?!" You asked irritated. But when you thought about it some more you realized it.

He blew his chance to marry your cousin Maria - and his parents pressured him to marry into your family in at least some way.

Although he had an affair with your brother, their relationship wasn't socially accepted, so officially marrying you would be the smartest move on his part.

And since you were chronically single, he probably thought this wouldn't be a problem.

But you just had to suddenly be in a relationship, when it was important to him for you not to be. You never had been in a relationship before... so why now??

That's what he thought at least. You on the other hand were just embarrassed by his proposal.

Obviously, both of you weren't actually interested in the other, but even besides that: you two knew each other since you were children. And you were a year older than he was and still remembered when he was just a spoiled little brat - which he still is - but even besides that, he was just a kid to you. Or like... an annoying younger sibling you want to cut contact with.

You felt Alastor tense next to you, the grip on your hand tightening.

God...

Alastor has always been the possessive type, so this definitely won't go well, if this conversation continues.

Alan noticed Alastor's angry glare and gave him a cocky grin. "My apologies, didn't see you there. Who is this? Are you Y/N's friend?"

Great. Now it definitely felt like the aura around Alastor was darkening.

"Alan... please stop your antics. Even if I wasn't engaged now," you showed him your ring to further demonstrate your point, "I would rather die."

Alan furrowed his eyebrows, trying not to look irritated at your statement.

"Always the feisty one. We always did have so much in common-"

"Come on, we both know the only thing you like about me is my brother."

Now his grin finally faded and he glared at you.

So that finally hit a nerve...

"Okay, you listen now Missy: I wanted to make this easy for all of us, but if you want to play dirty - I can play dirty." Now he directed his gaze at Alastor, "You are just some no-name and you do not belong in this family."

You expected Alastor to get even angrier, but to your surprise, he just seemed amused by the boy's speech. "Actually, I am a famous radio host!" Alastor retorted.

"Really? So, why have I never heard of you then?" Alan asked while crossing his arms.

"Obviously, because you're uncultured." Alastor grinned.

"Oh, you're calling me uncultured?! You little-" Alan gritted his teeth but held back from actually insulting Alastor, who just raised his brow at him. "Listen, I mean this in the kindest way possible: back off or you'll regret it."

At that Alastor just straight up laughed in his face. "You're going to make me regret it? How so?" He hummed.

"Glad you asked." Alan pulled out some neatly folded papers from his pocket. After he carefully unfolded them he read: "The evil serial killer of Louisiana. Probably a man in his 20s to 30s, is suspected to also have killed the previously most popular radio-star of the area. Strangely, this gave rise to Alastor - the now most popular radio-star of the same area, who has publicly declared his dislike for the man even before his death. Maybe we should look into this a little more, hm? Especially since I've noticed that the free time of this certain new radio-star perfectly fits with the times the killer's victims had been killed."

You blinked in surprise, while Alastor's expression didn't change.

"This is no proof. Also, it's impossible, Alastor and I have been together in his free time." You immediately defended him.

"All of his free time?" Alan raised a brow and smirked.

"Yeah..." you lied.

Alan just rolled his eyes, "Look, I really don't care. And I bet the police won't care too much about concrete evidence either with people like him."

God, he was gonna pay for that comment...

You released Alastor's hand and clenched your fists in anger. But before you could step any closer to the man Alastor stopped you with a smile - his eyes radiating malice.

"Let me handle this, darling."

Oh shit.

Alastor stepped close to Alan, who just rolled his eyes and chuckled. "What are you going to do? Hit me?"

Alastor didn't respond and you saw him ball his right hand into a fist. Alan saw that and tried backing off, but was interrupted by Alastor's fist colliding with his jaw at full force.

He immediately fell to the ground with a loud thud. People started gathering around you now to see what was happening.

Alan let out pained moans and covered his face with his hands, you saw droplets of blood falling to the ground from Alan's face.

Shit, this must have hurt really really bad. Alastor is physically a lot stronger than he looks, because of his hobby as a... hunter.

Even you felt a little sorry for the boy now.

Alastor didn't though and just wiped his hand on his coat.

"Fuck, you... you broke my nose!" Alan shouted angrily looking up at him while holding his nose.

Alastor just smiled and calmly leaned down to cower over him. Alan immediately shut up and his eyes widened. "Let this be a warning, boy. But if you bother us again, I will make you wish you were never even born in the same universe as me. Do you understand that?" Alastor whispered calmly.

Alan looked like he was about to actually shit his pants - too scared to even nod. Alastor then grabbed the papers from his hands and tore them in half in front of his eyes. "And you better not tell a single soul about your little discoveries."

Then he got up and cleared his throat, returning to your side with a smile and taking your hand in his.

Everyone around you was silent, besides a few people whispering.

"Anyway... How about we eat Jambalaya this evening? We can cook it together, I heard my mother and you spent some time together to learn her recipe."

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A/N:

I actually didn't expect to write that much for the living world, but yeah. I'm like rewatching Hazbin Hotel for the 8929383 time and FINALLY want to write reader's relationship with Charlie, Angel, Demon Alastor, etc.

Btw, Maria and Ashton and Alan... our little oc side characters will maybe even be there in hell! Yay..?

Also, I'm sure this goes without saying, but if you want to imagine some things differently you always can. This is obviously just my own self-indulgent story, even when I try to water things down to make this as reader-neutral as possible.

You can always give me suggestions as long as the story is going on! Right now I'm thinking about whether or not to give Alastor and reader a child before they die. They have a relatively traditional relationship during that time and Alastor is 23 rn and dies with 30+ so the possibility would be pretty high. Tell me your opinions, please, if you have time.

Thank you guys for reading! I'm greatful for all of your support, I mean it(: Thank you for leaving likes and comments. It keeps me motivated.

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cadybear420 · 5 months ago

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Flirting with Maria in the early chapters of book 1 is so fun

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bakarinaknowsbest · 7 months ago

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The cover of vol 14

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imdonnalynn · 1 month ago

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Reacher Season 3 Episode Guide

Season 3

Itinerant former military policeman Jack Reacher solves crimes and metes out his own brand of street justice. Based on the novels by Lee Child.

#3.1 - "???" (Season Premiere) () Thu, Feb 20, 2025 Reacher must go undercover to rescue an informant being held by a haunting foe from his past.

#3.2 - "???" () Thu, Feb 20, 2025

#3.3 - "???" () Thu, Feb 20, 2025

#3.4 - "???" () Thu, Feb 27, 2025

#3.5 - "???" () Thu, Mar 6, 2025

#3.6 - "???" () Thu, Mar 13, 2025

#3.7 - "???" () Thu, Mar 20, 2025

#3.8 - "???" (Season Finale) () Thu, Mar 27, 2025

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logo-comics · 2 months ago

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Pairing: Maria x Catarina

Title: I never thought I'd be your first option

Katarina was baffled. "But, why? Isn't there a boy you'd prefer to go with you to that?"

"The Midwinter's Festival is my favorite holiday festivity," Maria replied, shuffling slightly nervously.

Katarina was very aware of that. It was part of Price Alan's route. So why was Maria asking her?!

#hamefura #bakarina #my next life as a villainess #destruction flag otome #fanfic summaries

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loveexxx · 5 months ago

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AGAIN?

pairings: y/n x chris sturniolo. Summary: 2 months after your break up with the infamous Chris Sturniolo you meet again. Warnings:use of y/n. A/n: Hey this is my first one so... yeah i hope you guys like it and english isn't my first language so sorry for any mistakes.. xx

Part two is up

I was finally feeling great after that long heartbreak. I was out with my friends Maria and Maddison, we were having a good time sitting at the beach and talking... I haven't felt that good in a while.

Fifteen minutes later we met up with some other friends of Maria. They were 2 boys Jacob and Alan.

Maria introduced us and we started talking for a bit and after a while Jacob spoke up

"Hey i heard there was a frat party around here wanna go?" he suggested

I hated frat parties. It was cause of Chris when we were together i used to tag along but after the break up i realised they are no fun really.

"oh yeah i like the sound of that. What about you y/n?" Maddi asked and Maria nodded in agreement.

"Well if you guys want to go you can go i.. uh.. i am not really in the mood for a party" I said and smiled.

Maria frowned "Come on girl you have to come you haven't been in a party for almost 2 months now" She said while Jacob and Alan were looking at us kind of confused of what's going on.

After a while i gave in "Fine" i said "Finally girl now come on" Maria said as Maddi clapped and chuckled.

We started walking towards a random house, it was big, it had 3 storeys and a big backyard with a pool. The backyard was basiclly were the party was.

When we stepped inside Jacob and Alan greeted a familiar face. When i saw who it was i instantly turned to Maddi and Maria.

"Are you seeing Matt too or i am the only one" I said as i grabbed their arms and turned them to their backs.

Maria and Maddi slowly turned their heads back to take a peak."oh girl thats him" Maddi said "i hope Chris is not here" Maria said knowing i was worried if Chris was here too.

"But whatever girl we are here to have fun and even if the loser is still here you have to show him what he is losing, okay?" Maria said and gave me a look.

"Okay.." I said hestitanly "Lets go have fun" Maddi said as we turned around and started heading to Jacob and Alan.

"It was about time you girls came here" Alan said.

"Let me introduc-" Jacob tried to say but was cut off by Maria.

"We already know Matt" she said and turned her gaze to him. "Hi" she said with attitude and i elbowed her.

"Hey" i said to Matt.

"Hello" he said.

The tension was thick and we stood for a minute in silence, but not comfortable silence awkward silence.

Finally Alan and Jacob started catching up with the whole memo and Jacob spoke up "Hey how about we go to the backyard i heard they have vodka your girls favourite" he said and laughed slightly.

Maddi perked up at the mention of vodka "Oh hell yeah come on girls" she said excitedly.

Me and Maria laughed and just followed her while the boys followed close behind us with Matt.

As we headed to the backyard i noticed him.. I noticed Chris he was posted up with a blonde girl making out with her. I felt discusting and i wasn't really good at hiding it cause Maria noticed it almost immediately. She followed my gaze with her's and she saw him.

"Aw girl dont be like that.. He is a loser and he doesn't know what he is losing" She cooed and i just nodded and looked down at the floor while walking.

After a while we sat down near the pool. We were chatting with Matt a bit catching up.. I didn't really have anything towards him he was pretty cool and he seemed like he didn't have something towards me too.

"How's Nick?" i asked Matt.

"oh he is doing fine, y'know he really misses you" Matt said and i smiled.

"Yeah i miss him too he was like my best friend.. I am sorry i cut you off guys it was just... The break up wasn't the easiest.

He nodded "Don't worry about it we are still friends right?" He asked and i perked up a bit.

"Yeah of course" i said and laughed as we continued talking.

After a while someone came over to us.. And me Maria and Maddi weren't really exstatic about his presence here.

"Hey bro" he said and greeted Alan and Jacob. After greeting them he noticed me.

"Hey" he mumbled.

"Hi..." i said as i looked at him.

A/N: I am so sorry for the sudden cut off i just didn't know how to end it but it will for sure have a part 2 soon.. Anyways hope you enjoyed xx

#matt sturniolo #chris sturniolo #nick sturniolo #sturniolo triplets #christopher sturniolo #the sturniolo triplets #nicolas sturniolo #again #Spotify

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lover-also-fighter-also · 1 month ago

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THE PRINCE SWAP

CHAPTER 2 PART 3: THE STUDENT BODY PRESIDENT

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Banner credits: @cadybear420

Links to previous chapters:

Chapter 1: part 1

Chapter 1: part 2

Chapter 1: part 3

Chapter 2: part 1

Chapter 2: part 2

Tags: @cadybear420 @somerandomjewelleryonthefloor @choicesmc @choicesficwriterscreations @dutifullynuttywitch @mlmichaelharrison

Summary: a rewrite of The Princess Swap, but featuring our OG: HSS MC's, Jeremy Rin (my MC) and Alan Parke (Cady's MC).

'What?' asked Alan, surprised.

'Yeah, and she never gives anyone the time of the day.' added Safiya. 'What have you done to attract her attention?'

'Well I - ' started Alan, but they were interrupted by Astra, who said 'Who caares, lets get on the dance floor.' she said as she downed her drink and started dancing. Alan was grateful for the interruption.

'I'd rather study the kinetic energy as an observer. So many bodies moving with wild abandon…so frentic…' said Safiya as she disappeared into the crowd, muttering to herself. Astra shrugs.

'So how about you two? Wanna let our inner party selves out?' she said, standing up.

'Hell yeah!' said Alan, 'The dance floor's been calling my name all night!'

'I wouldn't mind.' said Faye, but looked nervously at the dance floor. 'It's just that the floor is very crowded.'

'Come on Faye.' said Alan, 'Just remember to take it one step at a time.' he said, leading her onto the dance floor. She started off awkwardly, but soon she picked up the beat.

'Man this feels great! I haven't danced like this in ages!' she said.

As they danced, out of the corner of his eye, he saw Safiya chatting up with a girl. He caught a small snippet of the conversation.

'Cool! And you really have a pet snake at home?' asked the girl. 'Oh I couldn't leave him alone at home.' said Safiya, as a snake slid through her sleeve.

'AAHHH!' shouted Stephanie, head of the Thetas, who was standing nearby. The scream attracted everyone in the pub. 'BOUNCER!' she screamed. 'I am Stephanie Dupont and I need you to escort these weirdos out immediately.'

'Hey.' said Alan. 'You can't kick us out over a little snake. Besides Poppy is harmless.' he said looking at the snake, which was contently sliding over Safiya's arm.

'Can you just shut up and leave already?' screeched Stephanie.

'And what gives you the right to do that?' said a voice. Alan turns around and recognizes Maria, who was looking at Stephanie sternly. Stephanie rounds on her 'What?' she said, scowling.

'The pub is open to everyone. So unless I have seen a 'no snakes' sign at the entrance, you can't kick them out.' said Maria, standing her ground. Stephanie's face starts reddening, but Maria doesn't back down.

'Ugh! If they are staying, I am leaving. Come on Thetas!' she said, turning her heel. Several Thetas follow her out.

'Thanks for the assist', said Alan turning to Maria as Stephanie left and the music turned back on. 'It's okay.' said Maria. 'I know Stephanie can be a…'

'A bitch?' finished Alan. 'Your words, not mine.' said Maria, trying to supress a grin. 'It's my job as student body president to remain as neutral as possible but…' There was a moments pause.

'Soo…', started Alan. 'Would you like to stay for a dance?' he asked, trying to push his luck. 'Oh I was…going to get some air.' said Maria. 'I see.' said Alan 'But would you mind if you had some company?' he asked, looking hopeful. She regards him for a while.

'Sure, why not?' she said, 'but let's go through here'. she leads Alan to a door labeled 'fire escape', and through a staircase, which led to a rooftop.

'Wow, you can see the palace from up here.' said Alan. 'I have lived in the capital for my whole…semester,' he finished, 'but I have never seen quite like it.'

'I come up here to unwind.' said Maria, gazing at the city lights. 'You know, when I need to clear my head.'

'I can imagine it comes with the pressure of being student body president?' said Alan. Maria nodded.

'Do you ever regret it?' he asked. 'Putting so much time and effort into this?'

'What, no!' said Maria, giving a small smile 'I like the responsibility and the effort that comes with it. You know, one day you want to look back at something, and say "I have done that?" I like that satisfaction. It's what I live for.'

She turned to Alan, and saw him staring at her, their eyes meeting for a pregnant moment, till she breaks the silence.

'I'm sorry, Jeremy. We came here to unwind, and I think I just killed the mood...'

'No Maria, honestly, I am happy to hear you out-'

Before he could say anything further, he got a text from Faye, telling him that they were leaving. 'I'm sorry.' said Alan, looking up at Maria. 'It was my friend, they are heading back to the campus.'

'Oh…' said Maria, looking slightly disappointed. 'The night doesn't have to end, you know.' said Alan quickly. 'I can text them and say I will be out a little late.'

'And what do you suggest we do?' asked Maria, looking hopeful. 'Well…' said Alan. 'I am new to this place, why don't you surprise me?'

'Are you sure?' asked Maria. 'I wouldn't want to keep you away for long…'. 'I wouldn't have suggested it if I didn't want to.' said Alan, smiling at her. 'So what do you say?'

'Okay Jeremy. I'm in.' she said, smiling back. 'Let me get my car.'

A short drive later, they arrive at a bowling alley, full of neon lights glowing everywhere. The place seemed to be packed with people for the weekend.

'So this is where our no-nonsense president goes to unwind.' said Alan, taking in the surroundings.

'Look, I know its tacky but-' started Maria, but Alan says 'Are you kidding? I love this place.' said Alan, grinning. 'You do?' said Maria, looking relieved. 'I come here all the time if I need to de-stress.' she looked at one of the Alleys empty. 'How is your bowling?' she asked.

'Actually…I've never been bowling.' said Alan, desperately hoping that the real Jeremy never bowled. 'You haven't?' asked Maria. 'Nope. I just never bothered to try.' he said. 'That's okay.' said Maria. 'There is a first time for everything.'

They got their shoes and stood at the alley. It was Alan's turn first, but before he could roll, Maria stopped him.

'Stop, you will hurt your hand if you throw it like that. Here, let me help you.' said Maria, holding his arm and positioning it in the right angle. 'Here, now throw it with some force.' The ball rolled down the lane, knocking down all the pins.

'Well, looks like I have my game cut out for me.' said Maria, grinning.

'Thanks to a wonderful coach.' said Alan, giving her a wink.

Maria was exceptionally good at the game, but Alan too kept his ground. After the game, the final scores were:

Jeremy: 280

Maria: 265

'Wow, I'm impressed. For your first game, that was really good.' said Maria.

'I am a fast learner.' said Alan, confidently.

As they rode back to the university, Maria broke the silence, 'So, Jeremy. How do you like Monterre so far?'

'It's good.' said Alan, trying to frame an answer that the real Jeremy would say, but include his own life in it. 'It's definitely different than home…you know, back in America, but I like the freedom that comes with it.'

'Well, I hope you really do enjoy your time here.' said Maria.

'The company certainly helps.' said Alan, giving her a smile. Maria couldn't help but grin back at him. 'Of course, good company matters the most.'

'So, Maria' started Alan, 'Have you ever been out of Monterre?'

'Well...not really on my own...I've been to the UK with my dads, but once I'm done with college, I'm definitely getting out of Monterre for my masters.' said Maria.

'Then I wish you the best of luck. I can definitely see you going above and beyond.' said Alan, half-envying Maria, remembering the lack of freedom he had in the palace.

They continued to chat and laugh till they reach the sorority. Maria stops the car outside the door.

'Thank you.' said Alan. 'I had a really wonderful evening because of you.'

'Likewise.' said Maria. 'We should definitely hang out sometime.'

'I'd like that.' said Alan, trying to get the nagging thought out his mind that he will be back in the palace by the end of the weekend. 'See you around, Maria.' he said. Instinctively, he leaned forward and gave Maria a kiss on her cheek, leaving a bright, red, lipstick mark.

'Oh!' said Maria, looking flustered. 'Sorry.' said Alan, blushing.

'No, no its okay. I just -', said Maria but stopped. She took a deep breath and said 'I'll see you around, Jeremy.'

'Goodnight, Maria.' said Alan, before walking to the building.

As he enters his room, he found Faye waiting there. 'Hey bestie.' said Alan. 'Did you have a good evening?'

'It was amazing, Jer.' she said, but her expression grew serious. 'But we need to talk about something else.'

'What?' said Alan, suddenly feeling uneasy. 'It's about your sudden change.' said Faye, looking at him critically.

'What's wrong with me? I am still the same Jeremy, Faye. I think you are confused.' said Alan, desperately thinking of an excuse.

'You help pick out an outfit for Astra when you clearly have no interest in choosing clothes, you have a sudden change in your dressing and makeover, and to top all my doubts, you had no idea who Maria was, when you literally see her around campus everyday!' said Faye. 'You're not acting like yourself, Jer. Tell me what's going on with you.'

'Uh oh..' thought Alan.

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