#cupcake sleuth

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A Bit of Murder Between Friends by Elliott Hay

Cupcakes are sweet … but vengeance is sweeter.

Every day, Baz, Peggy, Carole, and Madge get together to knit, drink tea, and dole out death to keep the streets of south-east London safe.

When the ladies get wind of a recent string of attacks on young women, it’s clear a brazen predator is stalking their local community. So far, nothing has been done to stop this scoundrel – and with police downplaying reports of the violence, London’s women are walking around unawares.

So Baz and her friends decide to take matters into their own wrinkled – but very capable – hands. These grannies will do anything it takes to protect their community.

Including murder.

A Bit of Murder Between Friends is cosy(ish), noir(ish), humorous crime fiction that will delight fans of Killers of a Certain Age and An Elderly Lady Is Up to No Good. With colourful characters, queer themes, amateur female sleuths, and no shortage of twists and turns, the first book in the Vigilauntie Justice series is guaranteed to leave you itching for more.

[leonkennedyfanfic]

Resident Theory (Pt. 1)

Summary: Leon is a drummer in a band that's gaining quick popularity. FL is a pastry chef working at a bakery, she is also a band photographer but wants to become a band manager. They meet in San Francisco during a concert.

Part 1

It has suddenly become a tradition to bring the band i’m working with a dozen cupcakes from my job. They always seem to be a great hit with the band members and they provide a sugar rush for them when they go on stage, which makes my job easier when I have to photograph them. I grab my camera bag, my helmet, the cupcake box and close up shop, this was a last minute gig as one of my concert partners ended up falling really ill, so now I’m covering for them.

I check my phone, send my friend a ‘get well soon’ text and check traffic, luckily the city doesn’t seem too busy tonight so I should only be missing a bit of the opener. I got booked to cover a new band, the second opener Resident Theory.

With the cupcakes secured and strapped on my motorcycle I head over to the venue. It was a quick 20 minute ride through San Francisco and the cupcakes survived, score! Before going into the venue I check to see how much frosting is on my shirt, i’m in luck as there’s a minimal amount.

I take my hair out of my French braid, line a quick wing on my eyes, and finish with some gloss. That’s as good as I’m going to get after working an 8 hour closing shift. I grab the box and walk to the back entrance, at this point I’m pretty sure every security guard knows me by now. I hand over a cupcake to Craig.

“How’s it looking in there?” 

He takes the cupcake and my helmet and stores it by the door. 

“It got packed quick, show sold out within minutes of tickets going live. Bands are looking promising” 

“That’s rad!” I say as I give him a fist bump and head in.

I walk over to the green room where the bands usually wait until it’s their time to go on stage. Seems they are all watching the first opener. I mark the cupcake box ‘Resident Theory has priority’ in hopes that no one else will steal a cupcake before they’ve had a chance to grab one.

I head over to the stage to watch as the first opener starts their last song, I’m in luck as I made it in time. I check all my camera equipment and make sure all my settings are right and that my lens is clean. I take a couple practice shots before heading out to the barricade to prepare my spot to photograph Resident Theory. I see my friend Ashley waiting to the side as well.

“How’s the crowd?” I shout over the music.

“They seem more lively tonight, apparently majority of the crowd are really anticipating the next band. They seem to be the next big thing in the alt-rock scene” Ashley shouts back to me.

“Sweet, well I hope they give me their all tonight” I giggle as I check my camera one more time.

The band finishes and the crowd cheers. I quickly take my phone out and try to look up the next band as they break down and set up the stage. I glance at the name of the members and try to remember who is in which spot. We have Jack as main singer, Chris on guitar, Leon on drums, and Claire on bass. I will say, I’m a big fan of a wild singer but personally the drummer is always my favorite in the band.

I put my phone away and grab a water bottle from the side of the stage, it’s a secret stash we like to keep at all the venues for the photographers. I glance back up at the stage and it seems they set the next band up quick, I respect that they are keeping to the schedule. You don’t see that happen often.

The crowd seems to get anxious and they start to cheer for Resident Theory. Seems they are quickly growing a pretty big fan base from what I could collect from my internet sleuthing. They get louder and within a minute the lights go down. Crap that’s my cue to get in front of the stage. I see Jack take center stage.

“How are we feeling tonight San Francisco!” He shouts to the full venue and it comes alive in response. 

Next the guitarist comes out, followed by the bassist, and finally the drummer. The room is still dark when suddenly the drummer counts down with his sticks. 3, 2, 1… the music blasts, lights flash on and everyone starts to bounce to the music. They are incredible and in that moment I’m entranced and forget that I’m here to do a job. I fumble to grab my camera and start to click away. The singer is so energetic, moving from one side of the stage to the other and passing momentarily in front of me to strike a pose and wink while bouncing away. The bassist, Claire is all smiles as she sings along with Jack, and the guitarist, Chris is so focused on his playing that he will occasionally look up, make eye contact with the crowd, crack a smirk and wink at the fans. They are controlling their audience and keeping them entertained. Two songs pass and I move around to find the drummer.

Finally I get to my favorite spot for the third song and look at the drummer through my lens, he is playing hard and suddenly he glances at me. My heart skips a beat as he flashes the most beautiful smile. His blue eyes glisten and I am hypnotized as I photograph the most handsome man I have ever seen. Suddenly the song ends and I’m still staring at the drummer, Leon. He catches me and runs a hand through his long brown hair while grinning. Shit. I quickly look down at my camera and try to recollect myself.

Deep breaths as I wait for the next song to start before I look up again to continue photographing. We usually get 3 to 4 songs to photograph the band before we have to move to the side of the stage, seems we get 4 tonight so I’m making this last song count. I go from one side of the stage catching as many pictures as I can and the band matches my energy. I’m all giggles with each member as they smile with me. I purposely avoid the drummer as I will try to get the courage to photograph him from the side stage. Suddenly I can feel myself blushing and the song ends as I walk to the side.

Ashley catches me as I walk away from the barricade looking flushed.

“Omg I’ve never seen you blush like this while working, what happened?!” she questions me as the singer shouts something about having 2 songs left and wanting to see the room bounce.

I glance over to her slowly and whisper “The drummer.” 

She doesn’t hesitate to move to the side stage and get a glance at him. She skips back to me, “damn that is a beautiful man” she giggles as she starts to pull me to the side stage. Remember deep breaths , I tell myself. ‘I’m here doing a job, toughen up and don’t get distracted’ and follow Ashley as we take our spots to get a couple more shots in before the last song ends.

Leon and I make eye contact again, and I swear I can see him blushing?! Ashley whispers to me “No way, he is crushing hard for you” I turn to her “No way, plus I have a strict rule of not dating or flirting with band members” I say with a huff. The band finished their set and the audience is going wild. They really are gaining momentum and recognition pretty quickly. I stand my ground as the band starts to walk off stage past Ashley and I.

“You were great and the crowd loved you” I say to Jack as he puts his hand up for a high five. I then get a high five from Claire and a fist bump from Chris. Leon walks up to me with a drumstick and hands it over “Just a souvenir to remind you of tonight” he says as he proceeds to walk away. “Thanks” I shout a little too loudly.

I follow them back to the green room where the other photographers, bands, and their friends are hanging out. “Can you guys grab your cupcakes already so we can have some too” someone shouts to Resident Theory as they walk in. I can’t help but laugh at the sight of grown men fighting over cupcakes. Claire is the first one over to the box “These are so cute and look delicious” as she picks out a vanilla cupcake with pink frosting. Jack and Chris are next to grab a cupcake, Leon looks at me as he stops at the box and asks “Which is your favorite?” For a moment I wonder why he is asking me and then I realize, i’m still wearing my work shirt as he points at it.

“The s'mores one” I say as I watch him pick the very flavor out of the box. I’m once again mesmerized for a moment as I watch him eat a cupcake. How is it that he can make that look attractive. I quickly look away and look for a spot to sit on a couch. Turning my camera on I glance through the pictures. The next band quickly eat the left over cupcakes and start to make their way towards the stage leaving the first band and the members of Resident Theory in the green room. Ashley comes over to let me know she is going to photograph the next band and to come join her for a couple songs. I nod and she is gone.

“Do you mind?” I look up to see Leon pointing at the empty couch next to me, I nod “Go ahead” I say as he sits down. He wipes the sweat away with a towel that’s resting on his shoulders. He glances at my camera, “You seem to have a great eye for photographing and you seem to have been enjoying yourself quit a bit” he smiles.

“Thanks, you all put on such a great show, it was hard not to want to follow the lead” I say without making eye contact. I’m not usually this intimidated by people, why can’t I look at him. Suddenly a hand is in front of me, I finally look up and slowly move my camera towards his hand. He lets out a low laugh “No, your hand, I’m trying to introduce myself.” 

I turn red, quickly put my hand in his and feel a sudden electricity at the contact. I lose my breath as he introduces himself “I’m Leon Kennedy, drummer of Resident Theory” quickly gathering myself, I lightly shake his hand and say “Nice to meet you, I’m Ellie Peralta” We keep holding hands for what feels like an eternity as he smiles at me.

to be continued...

[bohemian-nights]

Do you think Anna Jobarteh will play Nettles?

She's a pretty good candidate for Nettles if we are going off of social media follows. She’s following Bethany(and has been seen with several other cast members like Phoebe). She hasn’t been in much(which would explain why she hasn’t really been announced). According to her IMBD, she doesn’t appear to be working on anything at the moment.

She’s short(in canon Nettles is described as being small 🤷🏽‍♀️), and she looks younger than she is(which is important because while they should age Nettles up she shouldn’t be older than her early 20s)

I’ll be honest though and say I have a 33% confidence rate that she’s Nettles and I say this because no one has physically seen her on set and it’s really hard to definitively say that she’s the woman in the blurry photo(if that woman is Nettles at all🫠):

So Anna if you are somehow reading this and you are Nettles please do what Jack(who I’m about 80% positive is Daeron) did and post a brown dragon on your Instagram 🙏🏽🤣

Jokes aside, this is still the best guess at who could be playing her. If she is Nettles, @lilyofthevall is the sleuth of the century 🙌🏽 And everyone is obliged to send her cupcakes 🧁

It also means that the big HOTD fan pages(I'm looking at you The Blacks Legacy aka theblacks_ on Twitter who used social media followers to guess cast members but never once mentioned the Blackish women following the cast😑) specializing in leaks and whatnot didn't even really try to find out who her actress was since Anna isn't exactly that hard to find if you are that into the fandom🙃

[3tych]

Happy Webcomic Day! I have a whole bunch of webcomics, which you can read collectively on my hub site Trueniverse Comics. But here’s some more information about all of them individually!

True Colors is a coming of age story about four college freshmen, a roommate mix-up, and their attempts to figure out who they want to be for the rest of their lives. Featuring a creepy corporation, childhood trauma, an overly enthusiastic RA, robot battles, and free pizza. It’s also returning from hiatus SOON, so get caught up now! www.trueniverse.com/truecolors

CorpSet is a COMPLETE multimedia scifi/horror adventure heavily inspired by Homestuck & Problem Sleuth. Follow TrueCorp scientist Des as she unravels why her memories are hazy and why she can't seem to find the way out of her laboratory. Featuring lab rats, eldritch horrors, item alchemy, and cupcakes. http://trueniverse.com/corpset

If you like CorpSet you'll love Input Quest, a collection of fully randomized, improvised multimedia adventures where the story is decided by both Fate & YOU! Featuring capitalist forest animals, shrinking potions, sentient vending machines, underground fight clubs, and Dr. Fists.

http://trueniverse.com/inputquest OTHER STUFF COMING SOON:

Comicstripp, my collection of gag-a-day comics (formerly Laughterhouse)

Menagerie, a queer fantasy romance set in a magical gay nightclub.  Beyond that? Who knows! I just love webcomics. Thanks for reading and please cconsider checking them out :)

[dollycas]

On Flashback Fridays I will share with you the books I was not able to review when they were first released that have been screaming at me from my To-Be-Read bookshelf. Murder at the Blarney Bash (A Beacon Bakeshop Mystery) Cozy Mystery 5th in Series Setting - Michigan Publisher ‏ : ‎ Kensington Cozies(January 23, 2024) Paperback ‏ : ‎ 352 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1496741749 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1496741745 Kindle ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0C3WXQNNN Audiobook ASIN B0CRJNB9R7 Follow the aroma of shamrock sugar cookies to the Beacon Bakeshop, a lighthouse on the shores of Lake Michigan where amateur sleuth Lindsey Bakewell is busy preparing for Beacon Harbor’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities – with a little help from her adorable Newfoundland, Wellington, of course! Lindsey is baking up a storm—shamrock sugar cookies, Guinness chocolate cupcakes, Irish soda bread—for the well-timed grand opening of the Irish import gift shop, the Blarney Stone, owned by her boyfriend’s uncle, Finnigan O’Connor, recently relocated from the Emerald Isle. But it’s Uncle Finn himself who seems full of blarney when he gleefully reveals a pot of real gold he claims he stole from an actual leprechaun. And Finn’s fortune takes a turn for the worse when he’s arrested for the bludgeoning of a small unidentified man dressed as a leprechaun—the murder weapon alleged to be his now-missing shillelagh. Eccentric Uncle Finn may enjoy believing he’s outwitted a leprechaun, but he would never be so deluded as to clobber one with his walking stick. Now Lindsey will need more than the luck of the Irish to seize a golden opportunity to catch the real killer . . . Dollycas's Thoughts Beacon Harbor is going all out for St. Patrick's Day. Lindsey Bakewell and her staff are pulling out all the stops filling the shelves at the Beacon Bakeshop but also making Guinness chocolate cupcakes with Bailey's buttercream frosting, shamrock cupcakes and cookies, creme de menthe brownies, and a Bailey's cheesecake for the grand opening of the Irish import gift shop and the Blarney Stone micropub. The new businesses are owned by Finnigan O'Connor, uncle of Lindsey's boyfriend Rory who has moved to town straight from the Emerald Isle. The celebration starts out with the annual grade school Leprechaun Parade with Uncle Finn, his daughter Colleen, and their gorgeous dog Bailey leading the way. Every student marching in the parade receives a free shamrock good luck charm from the Blarney Stone. Uncle Finn is quite the storyteller, most get grander with each telling. The latest is that he stole a pot of gold from a real leprechaun on his way home. Not sure what to believe Rory and Lindsey know there is more to the story. Bad luck comes when a small man dressed like a leprechaun is killed, beaten to death with a shillelagh, that appears to belong to Uncle Finn. He is taken into custody and while he may have tricked the leprechaun out of his gold, he never would have killed him. Lindsey will need all the good luck she can get to bring the killer to justice and free Finn. _____ I am loving this series. In this 5th installment, it's about St Patrick's Day and all things Irish. With an Irish grandfather, I have a wee bit of the Irish in me so this story delighted me. Lindsey and Rory's relationship is growing so naturally. Tuck is a little broken-hearted because Kennedy left town, but she is back and she didn't come alone. The staff at the Beacon Bakeshop are working together like a well-oiled machine and Lindsey knows she can count on them. Her parents leave Beacon Harbor for the colder months and are spending two weeks in Maui, but the local gossip mill works fine. They sometimes find out what's going on before Lindsey. I was happy to see some of Rory's relatives come to town. The introduction of Finn and Colleen gave the character of Rory more depth. All the core characters continue to develop and are always engaging. I was happy to see Kennedy back but she tested my patience a time or two. I am so excited to see Lindsey's Newfoundland, Wellington has a new friend in Finn and Colleen's Great Pyrenees Bailey. This story is so well-plotted and executed. Finding the right connections between the victims and the suspects. Lindsey went above and beyond to follow the clues and find key pieces of evidence to move the investigation forward. Thinking she had it figured out but no, there was another twist. The pressure to move when time was of the essence. The scene witnessed followed the fabulous team takedown with a fantastic assist which was then followed by a funny situation while waiting for the killer to be taken away. This was all perfectly paced and my eyes were glued to the pages. I love the detailed descriptions Ms. Hannah gave throughout the story. Truthfully with the lighthouse having a resident ghost, a leprechaun running around town peeking in windows, and hiding pots of gold was a true possibility. We learn in the acknowledgments that the author's son gave her the inspiration for this story. Like his mother, he must have a keen imagination. It is what makes her stories so much fun to read. Trust me, you will be craving St. Patrick's Day treats. There are 5 tempting recipes following the story. Murder at the Blarney Bash has extraordinary characters taking on a perplexing mystery with a side of leprechaun lore and a bunch of Blarney. I escaped right into the pages and was completely entertained. Next up Murder at the Lemonberry Tea. It has a November 26, 2024 release date. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. Thank you to Kensington Cozies and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC. Your Escape Into A Good Book Travel Agent About the author Cozy mystery author, Darci Hannah, is a native of the Midwest and currently lives in a small town in Michigan. Darci is a lifelong lover of the Great Lakes, a natural wonder that inspires many of her stories. When Darci isn't baking for family and friends, hiking with her furry pals, Ripley and Finn, or concocting her next cozy mystery, she can be found wandering around picturesque lakeside villages with her hubby, sampling baked goods, and breaking for coffee more often than she should. You can learn more about Darci and her books at www.darcihannah.com The Rest of the Series Also written by Darci Hannah This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase using my links, I will receive a small commission from the sale at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting Escape With Dollycas. I am giving away a Print Advance Review Copy of Murder at the Blarney Bash! The contest is open to anyone over 18 years old. Duplicate entries will be deleted. Void where prohibited. You do not have to be a follower to enter but I hope you will find something you like here and become a follower. Followers Will Receive 2 Bonus Entries For Each Way They Follow. Plus 2 Bonus Entries For Following My Facebook Fan Page. Add this book to your WANT TO READ shelf on GoodReads for 3 Bonus Entries. Pin this giveaway to Pinterest for 3 Bonus Entries. If you share the giveaway on Threads, X, or Facebook or anywhere you will receive 5 Bonus Entries For Each Link. The  Contest Will End November 29, 2024, at 11:59 PM CST The Winner Will Be Chosen By Random.org The Winner Will Be Notified By Email and Will Be Posted Here In The Sidebar. Click Here For Entry Form Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. Receiving a complimentary copy in no way reflected my review of this book. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” “As an Amazon Associate, I earn a commission from qualifying purchases.” Read the full article

[rededgecitycouncil]

Hello residents! It’s us, your favorite gossipers and we’re here to bring you some long awaited news! So enjoy and remember, it's up to you to know if this week's bulletin is true or false.

Brittany Miller – Boutique Owner or Backroom Deal Maker? Brittany Miller’s Wave’s End boutique is the go-to for luxury, but sources say she’s been hosting exclusive “shopping nights” for select clients after hours. Is she just selling couture, or curating her own secret society? @brittanyxmillerx

Mila-Jae Monroe – Sweet Bakery Owner with a Spicy Side? Mila-Jae Monroe’s Falcon Haven bakery is famous for its pastries, but rumor has it she’s been spotted whispering with a mysterious customer in the corner booth. Could this baker be cooking up something other than cupcakes? @milajmonroe

Jax King – Personal Trainer or Personal Confidant? Jax King’s training sessions are intense, but word around Hope Island is he’s been giving more “personalized” advice to a few of his high-profile clients. Is Jax just helping people hit the gym, or is he making connections for a bigger lift? @kingxjax

Katerina Lopez – Detective or Pirate’s Cove’s Secret Sleuth? Detective Katerina Lopez is known for cracking cases, but she’s been spotted digging into unofficial business around town lately. Is she investigating off the record, or does she know something that the rest of us don’t? @katerinaxlopez

Emmett Hills – Hockey Coach or Hope Island’s Next Big Star? Junior hockey coach Emmett Hills seems dedicated to the kids, but some say he’s been eyeing a much bigger game behind the scenes. Is this small-town coach preparing for his big league debut? @emmettxhills

Calliope Adams – Dance Instructor or Drama Magnet? Pirate’s Cove’s Calliope Adams is beloved for her dance classes, but lately, she’s been dropping cryptic hints about “behind-the-scenes” conflicts. Is she just sharing stories, or is she ready to reveal a dramatic twist? @itsmecalliope

[sunriseverse]

for the asks: things you've been meaning to watch!

easier to say what have i not been meaning to watch................i'll split it into "incomplete" and "to be started" to make it easier

incomplete: oh no! here comes trouble!, evilive, the devil judge, beyond evil, old fashion cupcake, chenghua shisi nian/sleuth of the ming dynasty, tail of the nine tailed, goblin (2016), the long season, the bad kids, lao jiumen/the mystic nine (will go up in priority if s2 ever comes out), under the microscope, one room angel, green night, sci (2018), uhhhh probably multiple other cdramas i'm forgetting the titles of

to be started: zang hai hua/the new dmbj installment, lianhua lou/mysterious lotus casebook, langya bang/nirvana in fire, shei shuo yingxiong shi yingxiong/heroes (2022), so many thai gls (i have..................low expectations because of past experiences), ayaka is in love with hiroko, shiguang daili ren/link click, joy of life, lost you forever, ummmmm fuck there's more i just remember them. sorry

[marjaystuff]

Guest Review: Murder at the Blarney Bash

Beacon Bakeshop Mystery Book 5

Darci Hannah

Kensington Pub

Jan 23rd, 2024

Murder at the Blarney Bash by Darci Hannah is filled with St. Patrick’s Day shenanigans. Readers will be delighted with shamrock sugar cookies, green icing, green beer, and Guinness cupcakes.  

“I decided to write a St. Patrick’s Day mystery, but I am not Irish. I do not drink green beer.  I love Irish lore, leprechauns, which I see as super funny. LOL:  I was inspired for this story by the box of “Lucky Charms.”  I would ask my mom if I was Irish. I wanted to explore the background of the main character’s love interest Rory.  He has this fun-loving and charming Irish uncle. My son gave me this crazy good idea for the story including a child’s leprechaun parade.”

The plot begins with leprechauns, something that the main character, Lindsey’s boyfriend, Rory’s Uncle Finn is obsessed with. He recently relocated with his daughter Colleen and their dog Bailey from Ireland to open a pub and bar, The Blarney Stone. As the characters are celebrating the Irish holiday, in comes Uncle Finn, gleefully revealing a pot of real gold he claims he took from an actual leprechaun. But things go from good to bad when he is arrested for supposedly bludgeoning a small man dressed as a leprechaun with the murder weapon his missing shillelagh. Now everyone in Lindsey’s circle of friends must put their head together to figure out how to prove Uncle Finn’s innocence. 

“I looked at Irish lore. 2000 years ago, when a child had a deformity, they would be left out for the fairies. I also looked through medical journals. In my neighborhood when I was growing up there was this banker who was embezzling.  I used this as to why there would be a murder with a pot of gold. Rory’s uncle had a faith and belief in the old ways and believed he saw a leprechaun. When I was doing the research there is this place in Ireland that claims they have the remains of a real leprechaun. The skeleton has bones of a small person and had worn green clothing. The remains were found with some gold coins.”

Readers get to know a little more about Kennedy, the supporting character and best friend of Lindsey. “Kennedy is now doubting herself, dependable, trustworthy. She is the most polarizing character I write about. She is an influencer, likes to market, and involved in fashion. In the last book, Pumpkin Pageant, she nearly lost her life and does not know what she wants anymore. She is a loose cannon. Right now, she was with a wealthy English man instead of Tuck, the policeman. But he is a liar, thief, shifty, and calculating.  Kennedy was wooed by him and his willingness to supposedly help her business. He would say anything for a business deal. The main character, Lindsey can see through him more than her friend, Kennedy.”

It is such a fun read that will make readers laugh with the antics of the characters. There is also a murder mystery to solve that readers do along with the clues found out by the amateur sleuths. The story is amusing, with an Irish accent and many twists and turns.

[chicklitbookcafe]

A Cozy Mystery...With Cupcakes and Zombies by Duncan Whitehead

A Cozy Mystery …With Cupcakes and Zombies by Duncan Whitehead Get ready for a delightful mix of baking, mystery, parody, and the undead in “A Cozy Mystery…With Cupcakes and Zombies!” Join the privileged and materialistic sleuth, Poppy Darling, as she trades in her Burberry apron for a Gucci detective hat to tackle the most peculiar murder case she has ever encountered. When the local vicar…

[vrankup]

Unveiling Google Ads: A Journey to Success |vrankup|

 Hey there, digital trailblazers it's your best digital marketing agency in dwarka, vrankup! In a world where the internet is the king and online avenues are bustling with action, businesses are unleashing the power of Google Ads. Yep, you heard it right – Google Ads, the advertising superhero that's changing the game for brands everywhere. Buckle up, because we're diving headfirst into the thrilling realm of Google Ads campaigns, learning how they tick, what goodies they bring to the table, and some killer moves to make your campaigns rock.

**The Google Ads Show**

Picture this: a swanky online advertising platform known as Google Ads, designed by the wizardry of Google. It's like a giant marketplace of advertising solutions, tailor-made for businesses of all shapes and sizes. Oh, and it works on the genius principle of pay-per-click (PPC), where you only shell out when someone's curious enough to click on your ad. Your ads? Oh, they're not just chilling on Google search results; they're spreading their wings on YouTube and other cool partner websites too. Total visibility, people!

**Unpacking the Goodies**

So, why's everyone hyped about Google Ads campaigns? Well, lemme give you the lowdown on the sweet benefits:

1. **Laser-Focused Targeting**: Imagine a bow and arrow, but instead of arrows, you've got ads hitting the bullseye of your target audience. Google Ads lets you micromanage who sees your ads – from keywords to demographics to locations – it's like having a magnifying glass for your ads.

2. **Metrics Galore**: Data is your best buddy here. With Google Ads, you get a backstage pass to real-time performance insights. That means you're not just guessing; you're tweaking your campaigns based on actual results. It's like a GPS for your ad journey.

3. **Budget Bliss**: You don't need a vault of gold coins to play this game. Google Ads plays nice with budgets of all sizes. You decide how much you wanna drop, whether it's daily or for the whole shebang. No surprise bills, just cool control.

4. **Flash Speed Results**: Patience? Who needs it! Google Ads dishes out results faster than a pizza delivery. Once your campaign's all set and good to go, your ads can be dancing on search results and websites in a jiffy.

|Vrankup|

**Cooking Up a Google Ads Storm**

Now, let's roll up those sleeves and get cooking with a successful Google Ads campaign:

1. **Super Sleuth Keywords**: Step one is diving into the deep sea of keywords. You gotta know what your peeps are typing in that search bar. Google's Keyword Planner is your treasure map – it shows you the keywords that make people tick.

2. **Show-Stopping Ad Copy**: Your ad copy's like the red carpet for your business. The headlines gotta be as catchy as a pop song, and your description? Think of it as a teaser for the blockbuster of the year. Hook 'em, reel 'em in.

3. **Landing Page Magic**: Imagine your ad's a fairy tale and your landing page's the enchanting castle. They should match! Quick-loading, crystal-clear info, and a big, fat call-to-action – that's the landing page spell you need.

4. **Extensions Extraordinaire**: Ad extensions are like bonus levels in a video game. They give your audience more info, like your location, number, or links to your awesome website. It's like adding sprinkles to your already delicious cupcake.

5. **Eyes on the Prize**: Here's the secret sauce – keep a constant eye on your campaign. Dive into the data, tweak your bids, shuffle your keywords, and toss in new ad variations. It's like tuning up a race car for peak performance.

**Wrapping it up**

So there you have it, the Google Ads extravaganza in all its glory! It's the modern-day magic carpet that takes your business to the digital skies. Remember, the secret recipe here involves digging deep into keywords, jazzing up your ad copy, and always keeping an eye on the data dashboard. Embrace the Google Ads wizardry and watch your campaigns soar to new heights. It's time to paint the digital town red with your ads, and Google Ads is your trusty brush. Let's rock the digital world, one click at a time!

Catch you later, 

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M!A muffincake has a coat. Is that better muffincake? - Skateboard anon

[rhysiana]

For organizational purposes, links to all my writing of the past couple of years, short bits though they may be: (updated 7/3/2023)

Atom no Ko -This Would Be Enough: Tumblr | AO3 (post-canon getting together ft. ace Nayuta)

Old Fashion Cupcake -Meta: the half-generation divide between Togawa and Nozue and how they approach work-life balance -Meta: Old Fashion Cupcake and kawaii culture -Meta: gay characters and office matchmaking in Old Fashion Cupcake and Kinou nani tabeta? -Kawaii ne (Togawa, Nozue, and the power of kawaii): Tumblr | AO3 -Petit Fours - an AO3 collection of post-canon domestic moments (originally individually posted on Tumblr, currently at 6 moments) --“only fools rush in” - a song lyric prompt ficlet --Togawa stuck in a hotel away from home - a winter travel woes prompt fill Semantic Error -Embrace (Chu Sangwoo learns to appreciate hugs): Tumblr | AO3 -Missing a train in France - a winter travel woes prompt fill -5 Times Chu Sangwoo Made a Change and 1 Time He Didn’t Have To: Tumblr | AO3 - post-canon domesticity and learning to live together Under the Skin -Tiny character study: Du Cheng looking at Shen Yi -Tiny character study: Shen Yi being conflicted about his art -“there's a light in your room, and it burns like a shade of yellow” - a song lyric prompt ficlet Nirvana in Fire -Fragments of a Life Lived in Dreams: Tumblr | AO3 | Podfic - what if Lin Shu and Xiao Jingyan started sharing dreams after Lin Shu fell? Sleuth of the Ming Dynasty -New teacher Tang Fan gets rescued from typhoon flooding by neighbor Sui Zhou (modern AU inspired by stupid personal experience, sadly not extending to being rescued by Sui Zhou) -Modern AU where Tang Fan loses his perfect scarf and has to track down the knitter to get a new one -Bad Coffee and Good Company (an unacknowledged reincarnation AU, mostly vibes, fake-to-real dating speedrun): Tumblr | AO3 My Country: The New Age -“all we need is candlelight” - a modern AU Seonhwi song lyric prompt ficlet (now also on AO3) -a Seonhwi sci-fi AU in which Nam Seon-ho had an emotion-repressing implant and Seo Hwi rescues him from drifting in space (this one I did start rewriting in a more polished style, but who knows if it will actually get finished) -Weather the Storm: Tumblr | AO3 - snowed in at the secret shack, a Seonhwi winter travel woes prompt fill -“I’d be lying if I said I didn’t love you.” - tiny Seonhwi angst prompt fill Cherry Magic -Off of the Podium, Into His Heart (a winter Olympics AU): Tumblr | AO3 The Untamed -A Shang Chi AU ft. Yunmeng Jiang -Test pilot WWX with a Wangxian romance novel rescue -Chengqing modern arranged marriage AU -The punk club AU: Wangxian 1&2, Wangxian 3, Songxiao -Modern Untamed chained romcom series ft. Sangcheng, Nielan, and Wangxian (whyyyy do I not have enough writing brain to turn this into the glorious fic series it deserves to be?) -In Love with Ghosts (post-canon LXC & Song Lan): Tumblr | AO3 -All the Lotuses in the World (post-canon Sangcheng): AO3 | Tumblr [art post for ch 2] -“not until you return” - a post-canon Wangxian song lyric prompt ficlet -“I'm gonna spouse you and make ya tat' ya ring” - a modern AU Wangxian song lyric prompt ficlet -“Hurts.” “I know. It’s going to hurt some more, okay? Deep breaths. I’m sorry— I’m so sorry—” - a tiny Jingyi/Sizhui angst prompt fill -art class nerdery - thoughts about NHS, WWX, and LWJ as students in art classes I took in high school -Warmth in Winter: Tumblr | AO3 - a Wangxian post-canon winter travel woes prompt fill -Already On It: Tumblr | AO3 - a Chengqing modern AU winter travel woes prompt fill ft. mutual competence appreciation -OYZZ disappears modern juniors quartet AU fic prompt idea free to a good home -Fics I Didn’t Write: Nighthunt Dispatcher NHS - premise for a modern cultivation AU that was going to be a set-up for a Sangcheng sex pollen emergency contact story, but also started b/c NHS being good at a job against his will made me laugh -Fics I Didn’t Write: Nieyao MMA AU - the opening of a niche medical massage therapist/MMA fighter AU I started as a vehicle for my issues with the MMA fetishization of jiu jitsu school pedigree -Two Pollens (Alike in Indignity): Tumblr | AO3 - a Nieyao truth pollen + sex pollen story, cowritten with ritualist (the longest thing I’ve completed in forever!) -3 People Wei Ying Talked to About Suddenly Getting Taller and 1 Person Who Definitely Noticed On His Own: Tumblr | AO3

Word of Honor -Antihistamine-fueled modern college AU ft. Wenzhou as disaffected seniors out to make Prof. Zhao's life hell -Modern AU ft. author ZZS and hairdresser WKX (started as a joke after I watched Hey Sensei, Don't You Know? and then took a swerve into actual plot, another one I really wanted to turn into something more formally written, but as it is it's already over 5k) --Update: Now on AO3 with a title! Persistence Pays Off Guardian -Urban fantasy AU with Shen Wei as a symphony conductor (I 100% forgot I wrote this) Devil Judge -“you can call me villain” - a Gahan Vicious AU song lyric prompt ficlet -Gaon finally makes it to Switzerland - a Gahan winter travel woes prompt fill Bonus throwback content: OMGCP -“this can't be love” - song lyric prompt speedrun version of a long Nurseydex I had in progress before Asian dramas took over -to be myself again - the bits of the longer version that actually got written (post-canon, Dex inherits a house back in Maine, invites Nursey to stay while he works through writer's block), also with notes

[neonponders]

✨Hogwarts Harringrove ✨ pt. 11 ( 1 • 2 • 3 • 4 • 5 • 6 • 7 • 8 • 9 • 10 • 12 • ao3 )

The quidditch match got cancelled with a pending rescheduling.

The houses converged in the Great Hall for dinner with still no sign of the players, until one by one they began to be released from the faculty meeting. Most of the gossip was just eager curiosity and blissful ignorance, only pushed further as the innocent players got interrogated by their peers.

“Who cheated?”

“Something was clearly buggy with those bludgers. I’ve never seen both nearly take out a player, in school or the professional leagues.”

“Who’s kid was that?”

“Hopper. The grounds keeper.”

“It’s cute how much she loves quidditch.”

“Who was she pointing at?”

Billy, Robin, and the kids exchanged glances when they overheard that one. Being a little extra, Ellie had clearly picked up on something regular eyes and ears hadn’t. To Dustin and everyone else’s credit, they kept their mouths uncharacteristically shut until the Hall began to trickle empty.

Still no sign of Steve. Cupcake had somewhat recovered, relishing the raw vegetables Billy collected from the salad bowl for her.

Will Byers ventured, “Who do you think did it?”

Jonathan glanced at him but shook his head. “I don’t know, buddy. A lot of things happened. It doesn’t look good for Ravenclaw, but I doubt Gryffindor is totally innocent either.”

Max agreed, “Someone got his bird to distract him on purpose.”

Mike commented, “Plenty of people know other houses’ passwords - ”

Jonathan shook his head. “It’s not the same as entering someone’s room. We’re always in each other’s Common Rooms, but the same thing happens when guys try to go into the girls’ dorm, or members of another house try to go into the bedrooms. Magic kicks them out.”

Dustin stared at him. “Don’t take this the wrong way, but how do you know that?”

“Dude,” Mike complained.

Will provided more gently, “He’s dating a girl in a different house.”

Epiphany bloomed on Dustin’s face like a cartoon lightbulb. “Woah. Double cock block.”

Billy snorted into his hot tea, sipping the caffeine because - game or not - he intended to get to his date with Steve. Even if it meant showering together and going straight to bed.

And he kept to himself how he had access to the Gryffindor rooms. Not only did he have no interest in becoming a suspect in this bullshit, but he didn’t care for it to be common knowledge that his sand might mean that the school reads him differently than the rest of the student body. So far, only their little ragtag group knew that Ellie was a bit more than a magical kid. Billy preferred only Max and Steve knowing the same about him.

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Billy waited in the Gryffindor Common Room, and when Steve finally emerged through the portrait tunnel, sluggish but still in his quidditch uniform, everyone stood up to pepper him with questions.

Billy sleuthed through the crowd to draw him into the safety of a hug. Cupcake chirped loudly, sprinting back and forth across Steve’s shoulders as fast as she could. “You stink.”

“I feel about the same,” Steve exhaled, and said louder for everyone else, “Gossip somewhere else, you crows.”

Steve drew him toward the stairs, but Billy made him stop. No need to alert the entire Gryffindor house with a sprinkling of others that Billy had extra privileges. Steve asked, “Can you wait for me to shower?”

“No. But I can shower with you.”

A tired grin moved on Steve’s face. “Okay. Go on in. I’ll get clothes.”

Billy sauntered into the boys’ bathroom, and stripped in the largest shower stall. Steve soon arrived with Cupcake in tow, and Billy took her upon his shoulder as he watched Steve’s quidditch robes vanish inside a laundry basket.

“I’m sorry to whoever has to wash those,” he said to nobody, and stepped under the water spray.

It wasn’t as sexy as Billy had hoped, what with a clingy bird splashing water on both of them. But Billy got to see all of him, and Steve got to see all of Billy. At one point, his hand framed Billy’s hip, his thumb rubbing a black vein there. “Do these hurt?”

Billy shook his head. “They feel like bruises sometimes. But no.”

Cupcake whistled while Billy otherwise knew that Steve had hurt parts on him. Bruises and scrapes that he hadn’t even realized Steve accumulated were now blushing and spreading across his skin. “The hell is this?” Billy said once he realized that a bruise was hiding under the hairline beside Steve’s cheekbone.

“Oh,” Steve tried to laugh as Billy otherwise caged his head in his hands to move the hair and properly see it. “Ellie got me with an elbow. Then one of the Ravenclaw beaters lost their temper. The mostly missed, and are definitely out of the game whenever we get to play again.”

Steve’s head bowed in Billy’s hands, letting Billy support its weight. With those eyes closed, Billy couldn’t help leaning into the alley between his wrists to capture Steve’s lips. They only stopped because the bird made kissy noises.

Steve muttered, “Uh huh,” and kissed her feathers, earning a loud Wooo!

Billy laughed but admitted, “I didn’t think Ravenclaws were the sort to throw hands.”

“Oh, the superiority complexes can get pretty wild in each house.”

“Sounds like everyone missed an interesting conversation.”

Too tired for much more banter, Steve kissed him again and they finished quickly. It was almost a damn shame, covering those tiny moles and that lean body. Billy made a point to leave the shower last, just to watch the way that ass jiggled a little when he walked.

As they dressed in Steve’s comfy clothes, Billy realized, “You haven’t eaten all day, right?”

“Right,” Steve confirmed as he moved a large cotton swab over Cupcake’s feathers, somewhat drying them. “But I asked Robin to make something for me. For us.”

Billy lowered the towel to peer at him, not caring that his curls looked like a frizz mess as a result. Steve smiled reassuringly and said, “Come on, we need to get to the Ravenclaw tower.”

Wolf whistles sounded when they crossed through the common room. Cupcake bobbed on Steve’s shoulder, whistling too until the sounds were cut off by the portrait closing. Billy took Steve’s hand, remembering the various bruises he now had from today’s rough game.

The Ravenclaw common room was not unlike the Gryffindor’s, but its coloring was brighter and fresh compared to the darker, cozy lions’ den. It was certainly built for studying and artistry, as the tables had the option of being beveled up for artists, and glass lanterns hung for more light despite the crackling fireplaces.

Robin waved them over to her table, and Billy recognized Steve’s picnic basket at her feet. “This thing’s extremely illegal,” she murmured, mostly to Steve, “but I think after today, your Prefect badge is secure.”

Steve perked up. “You think so?”

“Steve, you practically played three jobs in that game, between catching your dang bird, and trying to take care of everyone at once. Even the other team’s keeper. Now shut up and get in the basket. Your food’s getting cold.”

No one in the room seemed to care about Steve stepping into a picnic basket and lowering out of sight. Robin prompted, “You next. It doesn’t hurt.”

Billy peered over the edge of the basket to see a ladder, of all things, descending into the bowels of a magically larger space. Steve’s face appeared at the bottom, checking on his progress. “Come on!” he waved, and moved out of sight with his singing bird.

Robin observed Billy and commented, “I didn’t expect this to be a sticking point for you.”

“What if your enchantment breaks?” he snapped.

Her eyes narrowed on him. “I should probably be insulted, but you’re still new. It’s not going to break, and even if it does, you’ll be ejected from the basket first.”

Billy pressed his lips together into an impertinent line, but he stepped into the basket. Robin tried to reassure, “If it’s any consolation, Cupcake will feel something’s wrong first, like a mine canary.”

“That doesn’t help,” he growled, lowering rung by rung. “Something happens to that bird, Steve will go nuclear.”

He finally landed inside the bag and watched the lid above close. “I’m a mouse in a purse,” he muttered to himself, but he looked around at the...tent? In which he stood. Or at least, the canvas lining of the basket had been fashioned to look like a more luxurious tent. Billy couldn’t say where the preternatural lighting came from, but it made the fabric walls glow. He observed the various magical flames dancing in their glass, bulbous hanging lanterns, but those just put splashes of color everywhere.

He pushed through the curtains separating the little foyer from the main tent room. Cupcake waddled over a carpet littered with pillows and food containers. Steve smiled at him and gestured over all of it. “It looks good, right? Robin did great.”

Cupcake flew off the carpet to land on Billy’s shoulder, leaning her little body this way and that to see the sights. It wasn’t extravagant, but it was roomy for two people, and began to fill with food aromas as Steve opened the containers.

Tomato soup. Wild rice. Cornbread. Pumpkin bread. Grilled asparagus, and to wash it all down, the little push of a wine cork was heard as Steve unstoppered a bottle. “Hahh,” he sighed for dramatic relief. After pouring two glasses, he sprinkled seeds over the carpet for Cupcake to go foraging for her treats.

“What actually is a prefect?” Billy asked.

Steve blew on his soup as he answered, “A glorified hall monitor.”

A laugh bubbled out of him. “Wait, really?”

Steve ate some soup and rice before he elaborated, “They monitor the halls at night; we take different shifts with the other houses’ prefects. We also take care of the first years, so we give them the tour of the castle, teach them the rules, all that. We’re the first to get here and the last to leave because of that, but we get our own rooms and bathrooms.”

Billy paused with his wine cup on his lip. “Oh yeah?”

Steve smiled goofily at him, or as much as he could with food in his mouth. Since his time as prefect was still a semester and a half away, Steve moved the topic to, “Hogsmeade is soon. Did you get to see much of it when you arrived?”

“Not enough to impress me.”

“They decorate for Halloween, so it’ll be all lit up when we go down there. Do you like sweet liquor?”

“Why do you ask?”

“Because butter beer is worth trying, but you can sip mine first. There’s also mead and fire whiskey. Cafes, shops, and little gardens. I like the Three Broomsticks’ beer garden.”

“What’s a beer garden?”

“Just an outdoor area where you can drink. The pub has an actual garden, though. I like to get the hot butter beer when it’s snowing and stand out there. It’s pretty.”

Cupcake whooped indignantly as she stood upright, inducing Steve to console, “You’re pretty too, Cakie.”

She made a kissy noise and drank out of Billy’s water cup.

After a time, Steve stretched out onto his side that wasn’t injured, eating more slowly and just lounging. Billy prompted, “What are we doing tomorrow?”

“After I sleep a year, I’m going to the hospital wing for some physical therapy, even if I have to beg one of those witches to stand on my back.”

“You think they’d do that for both of us?”

Steve plucked up a piece of cornbread as he said, “Do you need a realignment?”

“I think they’d find more than enough scar tissue to work with.”

“Fair,” Steve relinquished softly.

Before either of them could say anything else, though, for Robin’s voice heralded, “Hey, are you guys decent?”

“No,” they both droned, only to erupt in laughter.

Robin came through the curtains and yanked up the wine bottle. “I forgot I left you this. And there’s just enough left for me.”

Steve’s head fell back as she refilled his cup for herself. And then promptly sat to help herself to the rest of the pumpkin bread and soup. Billy shook his head at Steve. “We can’t catch a break.”

[wherethewindblows]

"Me!? No way!" To even suspect her of doing something so diabolical...It pained her! She had to prove herself innocent now, no matter the cost.

"I'm no Ringman when it comes to sleuthing, but we're going to get to the bottom of this!"

So, her sleuthing persona began, first: gathering the facts.

"So, you claim the cupcake was here a mere few minutes ago. What were you doing in that point in time...Well, besides admiring the intricate frosting work, of course."

from @wherethewindblows's meme:

"I remember a delicious-looking cupcake being here a few minutes ago!"

"Was it you? Did you buy it before I could?"

[infjsnightmare]

Wedding Aesthetics: Ranpo

A/N: Requested by @allisonlol Ranpo would want his wedding to be a fun and happy time for everyone involved! He definitely asks for help from everyone at the ADA with every step of the wedding, though he might not let his S/O know that since he wants to impress them with the planning and feel a bit more independent than usual. The theme for his wedding is basically candyland; it's whimsical, fun, not too serious and includes candy. I think he would like a soft pink as his wedding colors. He deals with the darkness of crimes everyday and I think he wants something bright for his wedding. He definitely goes over his vows with both Poe and Yosano to help him tweak it so it comes out just right for his S/O.

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If his S/O is fem: He wants his S/O to look like a SNACK. And by that, I mean cotton candy! I think Ranpo would be a fan of the frills and soft waves that make his S/O look delicate when he knows that they are incredibly strong. Ranpo is also more on the eccentric side, so he wouldn't expect his bride to be in full white and he thinks the addition of color prevents it from being boring. A train that sweeps the ground when his S/O walks makes her look like a princess to him. It would make him feel protective of his S/O which is important when he feels like his lack of ability makes him a burden.

If his S/O is masc: He also wants a masc S/O in something other than traditional colors. A dusty rose color would fit the wedding theme while still highlighting his masculine qualities. He would want his S/O in layers with a suit that broadened the shoulders a bit, creating a larger frame. I think he'd want to feel protected in this case, and highlighting the manly form of his S/O would help make Ranpo himself look and feel smaller in comparison.

Ranpo's Clothing: Complementing his S/O Ranpo would go with a light pink tux, having a few accent colors to make sure the look isn't boring. That is the last thing he'd want his S/O to think of him. Something tapered to define his narrow waist and pants that are slightly tighter and more fitted than what he'd normally go for. Yosano dragged him out clothes shopping, so he is absolutely going to be the best dressed his S/O has seen him in their entire life.

Bouquet and Boutonniere: Freesias are, I think, the only flower that bears the simple meaning of trust. And that is what Ranpo and his S/O have with one another. Absolute trust. He loves that his S/O trusts him and relies on him, even when he doesn't think he can do much. He trusts his S/O enough that he shares his insecurities with them. Ranpo made sure the details of the flowers and their meaning are perfect since he picks up on the little details.

The Rings: Ranpo would want something subtle, that has meaning if you look closely at the two rings together, but wouldn't necessarily notice the design if they were apart. He would love the matching bands that have intricate cutouts that revealed when they are together. It's like gathering up all the clues to solve a crime. He would also like the symbolism of being two halves of one whole picture, without both they are incomplete. It also shows that they both have a place they belong, which is extremely important to Ranpo.

The Venue: He may or may not have pulled some strings with detectives and others he's solved for in the past to get a literal castle for his venue. All at no charge to him. His S/O is his prince/princess and they deserve to feel that way, especially on their wedding day. I think he would like the historical aspects of a castle while his S/O would appreciate the whimsy and fairytale atmosphere. He would definitely go for an outdoor ceremony and reception, wanting to enjoy the fresh air and so the two of them can maneuver around easily and talk with everyone who came to celebrate.

The Decorations: Candy, candy, soda pop. The decorations would be cute little containers filled with various candies and snacks. After all, what is the point of a decoration if it doesn't have a purpose? Having candy jars and bowls as decorations helps keep with his theme and keeps his guests entertained. Ranpo is easily bored and he would hate for his guests to be bored at his and his S/O's wedding. He would definitely have a soda bar, full of different flavors so there is something everyone would like. He might even do some sleuthing before hand to find out what people like to drink to make sure the soda bar is well stocked. Ranpo doesn't really want alcohol at his wedding, but he might make an exception for champagne. He really just wants everyone present and in the moment to celebrate his S/O and their special day.

The (Cup)Cake: Why have one flavor of cake when you can have so many different tastes? Ranp is definitely doing wedding cupcakes and he will try one of every flavor. I think he would still have one main cake to do the cake cutting ceremony with his S/O and Ranpo is definitely shoving a big piece of cake in their mouth and he expects the same back. He would like each cupcake to be decorated separately because it would look more appealing and interesting that way. He could also get cupcake decorations that incorporate different aspects of each of their lives.

After the Reception: Get ready for Nagashima Spaland. It is the second biggest resort/amusement park in Japan and that is where Ranpo would take his S/O. They could go view flowers in the gardens, see the nighttime illuminations, ride some rollercoasters or hit up the waterpark. He wants his S/O to have a blast and be so entertained that they pass out from exhaustion everyday for a week. They would also sit on the bench together people-watching and guessing the person's background. Ranpo, of course, is too good at that game, but he like seeing how fast his S/O improves at picking up those small details over the week. It makes him happy to use his senses for something other than solving crimes for once.