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yutahoes · 5 months ago

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Caramel

(Part Three)

characters: stripper! Yuta x female! Y/N genre: chaptered, SMUT, fluff, angst word count: 3k words summary: Y/N has everything in her bitter life, not until she meets a sweet-looking stripper. warnings: matured theme, stripper au!, third person POV, alcohol consumption, rusty smut writing, lots of kissing, horny Y/N, breast sucking, fingering, badly written female orgasm, Yuta is down bad, mention of oral - male receiving, some detailed descriptions of Y/N just to prove a point, you can skip or change it to your preference

Part Two

It was bizarre.

The valet was obviously amused when the familiar car parked and he took the keys from someone else. The staff in the building were evidently startled to see the tenant from the penthouse escorted by a guy in cowboy boots, leather pants, and just a denim vest with no shirt inside.

Y/N tried to keep her composure to herself as they boarded the elevator with questionable looks. She can easily reason out that she was drunk but when Yuta offered himself, she felt as if she was woken up with a splash of cold water.

The girl had to admit that she felt warm - bothered, in a certain sexual way - watching him dancing privately for her. When he kneeled in front of her, she badly wanted to trail her fingers on his skin. And when he did let her, she yearned for more. Truly, human beings cannot be easily contented. At least she knew a horny person cannot.

Once again, she can blame it all on alcohol. But if she was totally drunk, she should have gone home alone. She should have slept alone. Not with someone else.

Not with this gorgeous man standing in the middle of her receiving area. A man she suddenly wants. So bad.

“This is an amazing apartment,” Yuta claimed as she handed him a glass of orange juice. “But you said you live the other way.”

Y/N nodded, sitting on the couch. “That was my parent’s house,” she explained, then put down the half-empty glass on the nearby table. “This is more of my own apartment unit.”

Yuta gave a hearty laugh before sitting beside her, “Flex.” He put down his glass next to hers and stretched his arm on the headrest of the sofa before sliding to sit closer to her. “Are you still drunk?”

He was so close that she could smell him. Is it cologne? Why does he smell so good? Maybe she is still drunk - not with alcohol - but with the scent of him. “You said you don’t do extra services?”

“I don’t,” he was inching closer that his breath felt ticklish against her lips. “Can I kiss you?”

She could always blame it on alcohol because who in their right mind would suddenly kiss someone because of that question? But this is Yuta. Handsome. Sexy. Sweet-smelling. Intriguing. Yuta. His lips were so soft and minty, with a tinge of sweetness from the orange juice. Sweetly addicting. When his tongue slipped between her lips, she was sold.

This wasn’t his first rodeo, Yuta had the same experience before but why does this feel utterly different? Her lips were velvety smooth, the taste of alcohol and juice from her tongue making him dizzy with want. In a swift motion, he pulled her to his lap. His arms pulled her closer, not breaking the steamy make out even if he needed air. If this is the way he’ll die, he’ll perish a happy man. She’s intoxicating. It’s making him insane.

His fingers started undoing the zipper from the back of her dress, letting the front fall. His lips started trailing butterfly kisses from her cheek, her neck, her shoulder, to the exposed skin of her chest. The black lace brassiere only adds to his growing excitement. She is so hot. He’ll probably kill himself if he stops now.

Y/N’s lips were plump, breathing harshly, as she stared at him with hooded eyes and flushed cheeks. “Fuck, you are insanely hot.” Yuta complimented, “I want you so fucking bad.”

“My room is that door over there.” He didn’t need any repeated instruction as he carried her up to what she claimed as her room. The bed looked soft specifically when he gently dropped her to the mattress. Slowly, he removed the denim vest while taking in her visuals. Her fucked up look, the haughty expression on her face, and her half-naked state, made him want to thank the Gods for a chance encounter with this woman.

He started kissing her once again, lightly grinding his body into contact with hers. A soft moan escaped her lips, arousing the blood in his system. Never had he experienced this level of want before. He’s like a mad predator craving for prey.

He didn’t even have a drop of alcohol tonight but he could taste the whiskey on his tongue with how he kissed her. His fingers started slipping her dress down, kissing each inch of the skin getting exposed. The whimpers came out of her lips, making all the muscles in his body alive. Maybe she anticipated this, Y/N did say that she went on a date. And somehow, Yuta was thankful that it didn’t end well and he had the golden opportunity to snap the front clip of her brassiere.

She looks exquisite. A Goddess lying in front of him. Yuta might have saved a planet in his past life to land a chance with someone as gorgeous as her. He kissed her neck, trailing to her shoulder. Her fingers tickled his nape, sending goosebumps all over his body. His teeth gently grazed her collarbone which earned a sudden jolt of movement from her. “Did that hurt?” The girl nodded as he placed a soft kiss on the part he gently bit earlier, “Sorry.”

Inch by inch, he moved down. Kisses getting impatient as he neared her breasts. “Can I?” Y/N nodded. His right hand cupped her firm breast, thumb gently caressing her erect nipple. He pressed fluttering kisses on the left breast, his eyes lingering on her. Y/N was panting hard, her thumb trailing on his cheeks while nodding. A signal he knew he needed. A simple gesture that took away all his inhibitions. Her back arches as he sucked on each nipple in turn, warm tongue softly teasing the erect nubs.

The whimpers coming out of her lips put his body in its feral state. He wanted more.

His lips traveled south, open-mouthed kisses on the skin of her abdomen. Yet he needed more. Much much more.

Yuta’s finger hooked the waistband of her underwear, pressing gentle kisses, but she gently tugged his hair, urging him to look at her. “Don’t,” Her eyes were hazy, lips parted. “Don’t kiss that part.” She whispered in between heavy breaths. The side of his lips curled up. How cute.

He pushed himself up to kiss her on her lips, nibbling her bottom lip as she arched her body up for what seemed like a contact to his. His hands trailed down: to the side of her breast, then the curve of her waist, down to her thigh. It then went up between her legs to press his middle finger on the wet spot of her underwear.

Y/N pulled him closer, closing her thighs as she released a moan. “Yuta, please.” He was weak. His mind was already set on the idea of fucking her hard, making her beg for him, calling his name in the most erotic way possible. But the seniors in the club, namely Johnny and Taeyong, would always remind him to never ever have sex with a woman without condoms. That is the golden rule in this profession.

Honestly, he could disregard that rule. Be his own rules.

But she’s a successful, well-established woman. She had her whole life laid out in a flowery way in front of her. He cannot ruin her life just because of his mistake. Just because he forgot a fucking condom.

The man pulled himself up, removing the skin-to-skin contact. “We can’t. I couldn’t.” Her eyes widened in surprise and Yuta had to mentally punch himself for disappointing her. “I shouldn’t have sex with you without condoms,” The girl pursed her lips. “But if you let me touch you, I’ll make sure you’ll be satisfied tonight.” There was a visible hesitance on the girl before she shyly nodded her head. “Words, Y/N.” He urged as his thumb swiped on her bottom lip.

“Yuta,” she called with a whimper. “Touch me, please.”

His thumb was quickly replaced with his lips, hand quickly slipping past the waistband of her underwear to cup her nether region. He loved how her body responded to his kisses and touch. She wrapped her hands on his head, lightly tugging his blonde hair. His mouth sucked a spot on her neck as he pushed his middle finger inside her. A strangled moan escaped her lips, her back arching.

Yuta took a moment to watch her: parted lips whisper silent whimpers as if they’re prayers, body arched, hips grinding against his hand, thighs crossed as if she doesn’t want his hand to leave. And he doesn’t want to.

The man slipped his pointer finger inside and her body jolted as if electrified, lips whispering pleads. Yuta smirked, thumb rubbing circles on her clit. Another finger was inserted and she held his forearm, pushing her fingernail on his skin that it started to hurt. But the guy never cared less and didn’t stop exploring her insides. The sound of her wetness and heavy panting made the smile on Yuta’s face grow. She's close, he could feel it.

Her body started shaking, erotic moans escaping her lips, but Yuta increased the pace of his fingers, even alternating fingers to give her immense pleasure. The girl closed her eyes shut, clinging to Yuta’s arm as liquid started spilling out of her vagina.

Y/N was breathing hard, pulling the blankets up to cover her nakedness. “That was amazing,” she whispered in between labored breaths. “Should I do something for you?” He shook his head, lying beside her in bed. “You definitely should start taking extra services if you’re this great.” Yuta lightly chuckled at that statement, everything coming out of her lips was such a confidence boost. No wonder he’s so attracted to her. “You’ll stay the night, right?” she asked in a sleepy state.

“I’ll leave early tomorrow.”

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Y/N had always been an early riser. Yet today, she felt like she didn't want to get up. Her head was throbbing badly as she cursed the alcohol she drank. But that wasn’t the only stupid thing she had done last night. Immediately, she sat up and then pulled the blanket to cover her naked breasts. He’s not here. He did leave early.

A knock on her door startled her. Maybe he’s still here. “Y/N,” But that was clearly Jungwoo’s voice. “If you’re up, there’s hangover soup here.”

Why is Jungwoo here? And why did he know that she was drunk? Wait, where is Yuta? Did Jungwoo perhaps see Yuta?

After making herself presentable, she went to her dining area where her stepbrother was. Jungwoo was just smiling at her knowingly and she lightly cursed, he knew. “Your guest said that you drank a lot last night so I ordered soup,” He emphasized the word ‘guest’ with a wide grin. “And I thought you had a bad date last night.”

Y/N did. And maybe that was the reason why Jungwoo is here. She remembered texting him and of course, just like a real brother, he came here to comfort her. Like every other time. Why the hell did she have to look for other comfort? Surely, last night was purely her fault.

“Did you have a great night?”

She took a sip of the soup to hide a smile. Y/N thought it would be blurry, she was pretty hammered last night. But she could clearly feel Yuta’s warm skin against hers, his soft lips, and his sweet smell. The girl bit her lip to prevent herself from smiling at how amazing the experience from last night was. “Clearly, you did,” Jungwoo noted. “He’s pretty handsome.” Y/N nodded, he is.

Then her eyes widened at that, “You saw him?”

The guy in front of her stifled a laugh, “He quietly went out of your room and I was sitting here.” He narrated, “I asked who he was and said he was your guest before leaving.” Jungwoo even shared that he was in a hurry and that he looked adorable as if a deer caught in headlights, making Y/N giggle. “He even said he was sorry and left that.” He pointed at something on the table.

She stood up to check what it was, surprised that there was cash on the table. “He didn’t take it?”

“Money?” Jungwoo stared at her accusingly, hand on his hip. “You paid him for sex?”

Y/N was just staring at the cash above the table. Obviously, this was what she gave him last night. Why did he leave it here? Did he dislike the experience? Or is it because nothing really happened?

Yuta is such a wonder.

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As soon as Yuta entered the dark strip club, his co-workers were howling at him. He sat on one high chair of the bar before asking Ten for a drink, “What happened with the rich girl?” Johnny teased, earning a glare from the younger guy. “Did you have fun?”

In one gulp, he finished the whiskey and handed the glass back to the bartender. “Yong, can I borrow money for a cab fee home?”

The three, his two stripper friends and the bartender, were looking at him in puzzlement. “She’s loaded. What happened?” Ten asked.

“I didn’t take her money.”

Taeyong looked startled. “Did her husband find you?” Johnny asked, earning another glare from Yuta. “Nothing happened?” Yuta nodded his head, “Well, you did get her drunk.”

“It was amazing but,” Yuta trailed off, staring at his fingers. He can still remember how smooth her skin was, how warm she felt under him, her small whimpers, and how addicting she tasted. “I wanted more.”

“Did she reject you?” Taeyong asked in a worried tone.

Yuta breathed heavily, “I forgot the condom.” The three gave a disappointed whine. “I badly wanted more.” He mumbled lying his head on the bar table.

The three shook their heads. He looked like a helpless man.

Ten just tapped his shoulder before Johnny handed him a condom, instructing him not to remove it from his pocket while laughing to himself.

Taeyong just shook his head, “The first time is always like that, Yuta.” But Yuta knew that there’s more to it. He knew what they were pointing at, a rookie mistake. But it’s not. He might have done something unforgivable if not for his self-control. “You can’t possibly be in love with her, right?” He shook his head. There’s no way. He only conversed with her twice, for crying out loud. He cannot fall in love that easily. He’s not that crazy.

“In our line of work, you cannot fall in love with her.”

Taeyong had always been the older brother Yuta didn’t have. He always knew what to correctly say, at all times. And he’s probably right. They were right. This is a rookie mistake, the result of not taking extra services. Now that he was presented with an opportunity, he just blew it. Maybe he felt guilty that she was willing to spend so much for him and he could not give her the equivalent pleasure.

Just like when he was young and playing soccer, he’ll probably get the hang of it with practice.

It has been months since he first started working in the club. Taeyong and Johnny were both superstars, the well-known ones who kept the club working on its feet. Although he’s slowly getting traction for his private dances, Yuta had never once imagined that he’d take the same path as his friends. It’s nothing personal. Maybe it’s just preference.

Or it’s probably from the fact that he would observe the two, with gorgeous faces and amazing bodies, then compare them to himself. He’s confident with his dancing skills but not with his body.

Yuta now believes that words can be very powerful. As he watched himself in front of the full-body mirror, he realized Y/N was right. He looks fine. His mother would often gush at how good-looking his son was. And Y/N claimed she would pay a million for his handsome face. So why is he feeling so inferior to the other guys? His body looks fine. Not as muscular as Johnny’s but he’s bulkier than Taeyong. Why is he so insecure about it?

Maybe it’s not bad to get paid for extra services. He can do it, right?

Yuta has his own rules. First, the golden rule: No condoms, no sex. Second, they could only touch him with his permission. Third, and the most important of all, no kissing. It’s nothing personal, he kept convincing himself. But Ten proves otherwise when he keeps offering other drinks from his usual whiskey and orange juice.

It’s been weeks and the money, as well as clients, kept flowing. He even had a regular who only wants to suck him and he would let her. She’s paying for that service. And to force himself to cum early, his mind would be elsewhere. To someone else, specifically.

All the clients are faceless, it was the technique Johnny had shared when he wanted to get the job done. But all he could think about is the cherry red lips wrapped around his cock, head bobbing that the shiny hair sparkled under the lights, big round eyes begging him for more. Whatever color the underwear was, he would always imagine the black sheer lace quality fabric underwear. The smooth skin against his fingertips and the lovely moans. The way his name rolled erotically against her tongue. The sickening sweet smell of high-end perfume.

And the taste of whiskey and orange juice. From her tongue.

How is she? He wondered. Does she also think about him?

Yuta chuckled to himself, shaking his head. That would be highly impossible.

Part Four

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the-nosy-neighbor · 4 months ago

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Pedrolino vs. Pierrot

Pedrolino vs. Pierrot (Part 2)

Part 1 covered the history of this theatre genre, so head over there for background information.

Now, why does Sally choose a Pedrolino costume of all the commedia costumes? When I think of Sally, I think loud and brash and incredibly confident. She is performing all the time and she thinks she is AMAZING at it. Based on what we know, which character would we expect her to take?

She is vain enough to want to have the major role, so that could be one of The Lovers, but those characters have to be somewhat subdued and they don’t have a recognizable costume. I would pick Il Capitano for her because of the boasting and love of attention. All things considered, though, obviously she is going to pick Arlecchino (Harlequin). This is the guy that has stuck with us through the centuries. Pedrolino gets some play, especially in the move to Pierrot, but he becomes another thing entirely—the precursor of mime and clowning.

Harlequin is everywhere.

I grew up with mass produced art of Harlequin at the end of the hall in my childhood home. Famous artists have painted him, hobby artists have painted him, he’s on the decks of playing cards as the joker, and then the most modern iteration of Harlequin is the Joker’s main squeeze, Harley Quinn. And once you think about it, she is pretty spot on. Harlequin is not afraid to beat someone with that stick he carries. The Joker is also an avatar based on the tradition.

We have pictures of Pedrolino/Pierrot as well, but it really isn’t as common to see him, or even Pierrot, that much. Let's take a look at the differences between the two characters.

I cannot see this without thinking of Groucho's line: "How do you sleep with such big buttons on your pajamas?"

There are sources that somewhat conflate some of the Zanni’s, particularly Arleccino and Pedrolino. However, there are very distinct deliniations of the characters in a lot of examples, with Pedrolino and Arleccino presented as rivals for the love of Columbina. Generally, Pedrolino would be the servant of one of the main characters, though usually Arleccino serves the lead. (Women have a long history of being either banished from the stage or suffering through flat dialogue and action.) The Wikipedia article details Pedrolino as the first or primary Zanni, but from my readings, that distinction is less defined. I find it really hard to believe that when faced with a character in bright patchwork who was quick and nimble and clever and acrobatic, that the crowd would be turning to the more serious guy dressed in white instead.

Pedrolino, often the butt of Arlecchino’s jokes, or a participant in setting up others, was a more serious, intense kind of character. This is something you see when Columbina comes in. Arlecchino is bright and sassy and fun, but Pedrolino is completely taken with her and that love informs his entire life. The words used to describe Pedrolino in this article are “a Janus-faced aspect.”

Janus is a Roman god, depicted with two faces. He sees the past and the future and is present in moments of transition. He is also associated with the moon, as it changes; it’s always in a state of transition. These characters, Pedrolino in particular, is associated with the moon because of his moodiness and feelings of love. Once he sees Columbina, he is smitten and is changed, his mind moved to wooing her. Pedrolino is all romance as a counterpoint to Arlecchino’s fuck boy.

This is something to be explored in a bit when Sally comes in.

The costumes of Arleccino and Pedrolino are distinct from each other, but similar in theme; Arleccino is wearing a costume primarily make of patches (like that old joke of so many patches that no original material is left) and Pedrolino wears a costume that is far too big for him, most likely cast offs from his master. Pedrolino typically did not wear a mask, but instead wore white makeup, called infarinato. This lead to the creation of modern clown make up, which started as Pedrolino’s flour-like make-up. As you can see above, there is still some tradition of Pedrolino wearing a mask, which as you can see, has exaggerated cheeks and raised eyebrows, which was meant to portray humor, openness, and innocence. Arleccino’s mask (which was much more common) was meant to reference his quick wit and love of mischief, but also to give him a satyr-like aspect (spicy).

I didn’t get into masks heavily in the prior piece, so just a bit here. We discussed the characters and that they wore costumes related to their archetype. For many (with the exception of The Lovers, Pedrolino, and sometimes Columbina), their masks were built to identify the characters, but also to present the personalities of the characters in a highly symbolized manner. These masks are created in the Greek tradition, though the Greeks tended to focus on the emotion being portrayed, sometimes leading to actors changing masks as they move through the action (It’s all part of that Aristotelian catharsis, baby). The masks in commedia could also reinforce racial and religious stereotypes existing in society, which I don’t really want to get into. The point of that is that sometimes these masks had exaggerated features, which would be another source of info for the audience. In addition to the masks, the characters would also highlight various appendages or areas of the body, for example, the lustful Pantalone was often portrayed with some kind of phallic costume piece to stress that he is lustful inappropriately (as the ingenue is far too young for him, etc.). This is a somewhat regular feature of theatre throughout time, because everyone loves dick jokes.

Pedrolino became a popular character, making the jump to French theatre, but they renamed him Pierrot, which is basically "little Peter" in French. As Pierrot, the costume became more stylized, and the cone shaped hat and large buttons became staples. A famous French actor portraying Pedrolino, Jean-Gaspard Deburau (1796-1846) played the character for 20 years, moving him into mime territory. Yes, Pedrolino becomes the proto-mime (though I did see references to mimes existing before this, but it could be either AI or a very strange clown fandom.) This character not only moved toward mime, but also modern clowning, with the makeup (as mentioned before) and a use of the same kind of bits. Clowns often perform acrobatics, are the target of pranks, and use the slapstick clumsiness that was a staple of the character.

Pierrot is often described as “moonstruck” which is a phrase that means affected by the moon, but generally is also a way of saying that someone is in love. It refers to the changeable phases of the moon and a kind of out-of-this world focus. Generally, mental illness is referenced, stemming from a belief that the phases of the moon could affect people’s moods, sanity, and behavior.

Pierrot is often pictured with the moon:

As you can see, these are from around the same time period, so we definitely have a shift in focus to Pedrolino as being very romantic. Not a Harlequin in sight.

These images are referring to his romantic nature and his tendency to court Columbina. This is a waxing crescent moon, which is a symbol of blooming love or planting seeds leading to fruitfulness, so I’m guessing a less innocent kind of love than you get from The Lovers.

This blog points to performance of Pierrot in the 1900’s as being more spoken word over music, hence the instruments in those pictures. They were super into orators in the 1900’s. I’m glad we have TV.

So, the major symbols and associations of Pierrot:

Love/Romance

Youth/Young adult

Planting seeds/growth/Spring

The moon/phases of the moon

Music/Poetry

Next, finally, Sally and why Pedrolino, but also, why Pedrolino who is actually Pierrot?

Sorry about the length on this one, but there are a lot of pictures, so I hope that helps.

#welcome home #welcome home theories #welcome home arg #sally starlet #welcome home theory

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corn-fanfiction · 1 year ago

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SAVIOUR COMPLEX (Pt. 5)

(Pt. 4)

Rated: M

TAGS: language/past abuse/Mark Hoffman being a c*p/sensuality/reader is normal and likes to do normal things/Mark is protective bc it's his job but he's also problematic/because he's a c*p/Terrezanos/dead bodyodyodyody

When Mark comes to collect you, he's in a somewhat nicer suit than usual, but you look drastically different. Yes, you want a nice romantic dinner with this powerful man that keeps you on your toes…but you also want to wear something that will look incredible on a bedroom floor.

His eyes rake over you when he sees your black dress with lace detail, your painted red lips, your legs that seem to go on for miles.

“Ho-ly,” he starts. You shut him up with a tip-toe kiss. His large hands wrap around your waist and he tries to deepen the kiss, but you pull away.

“This is MAC, Hoffman. Don't you dare smudge it.”

“Sweetheart you could put that lipstick all over me and I'd buy you 100 more.”

“Damn you're perfect, huh? Come on. We can ruin my makeup after dinner.”

He hides it pretty well, but you can still see the effect that comment has on him. He grunts inaudibly and his pants definitely tighten. You can picture it, too. On your knees, on the bed (his or yours, doesn't matter), your lipstick is smudged, your eyeliner and mascara streaming down your face. You fight every urge to just drag him back inside and fuck his brains out.

He opens the car door for you and you thank him sweetly. They weren't all bad before Ted, but Mark is different. He's confident, maybe cocky at times, but he's gentle with you and hasn't pushed you too far yet. And he respects you. You don't remember the last time you were respected like this.

“So, where are you taking me?” You ask as you put on your seatbelt. Mark doesn't miss the way the safety fabric cuts between your breasts and he clears his throat.

“Terrezanos.”

You gawk at him. “What? Mark, no, that place is way too expensive.”

“Yeah, well, I'm trying to impress you. Besides, you've always wanted to go there.”

You narrow your eyes. “How do you know?”

“I overheard you telling Gerry one day at the restaurant. If you really don't want to, we can go somewhere else-”

“No!” You laugh. “No, it's just…I don't know. Thanks, Mark.”

He flashes a quick glance between you and the road but when he sees your genuine face, it gives him pause.

“Of course. I want this to be special, you know?”

God, your heart flutters. How do you go from being a horny mess to love-struck in a matter of minutes?

The drive is short and you relish in the comfort of Mark's nice car. Leather seats that are warm, quiet wheels, clean smell. Better than any car you've been in lately. And when you pull up to the restaurant, you're absolutely blown away to see-

“Holy shit, they have valets!”

Mark smirks and parks in front of the restaurant. You unbuckle your seatbelt but Mark puts a hand on your arm to stop you.

“Hold on,” he says, then exits the car. You groan as he comes around to your side.

“Mark! Chivalry isn't dead but I'm starving!”

He opens the door for you and you take the waiting hand that helps you from the car. Mark hands his keys over to the valet with thanks. And as you walk in, a gentle hand hovers over your lower back. You feel like some sort of rich wife walking in for the monthly dinner with her husband.

The sudden and seemingly random imagery shakes you for a moment while Mark talks reservation and walks you to the table. You force yourself to remember that this is good fun. He's nice, he's sexy, he treats you well. You're gonna have a good night- a great night, maybe, as long as you get your head out of your ass.

Expensive wine. It's not your preferred and as soon as Mark sees your soured face that you did your best to hide, he orders a different glass.

You both order steak and you pick at a bread stick during the wait.

“Okay, you know too much about me,” you remark. Mark chuckles. “What about you?”

“Eh, what about me. I live at my job. I don't like running.”

“Family?”

“Mom upstate, dad passed a few years ago. Had a sister, but uh…”

Shit, you're stupid. You're a full fucking idiot. You're just trying to make small talk and here you are forgetting about one of the most tragic things you've ever heard.

“God, I'm so sorry, Mark. I completely forgot. You don't have to say anything else.”

“No, no it's fine. I don't ever really talk about her anymore.”

“Seriously, Mark, I understand.”

“But she deserves better than that. I think you woulda liked each other.”

You watch him for a moment silently, hands folded under your chin. Suddenly, he's disarmed.

“Tell me about her.”

And he does, and he lights up. Angela. Angel on earth. His best friend and only person he ever really trusted. Slaughtered by her ex boyfriend.

You wonder about her. How similar your bones are and the tethers that tie you. You'd seen the crime scene photos on the internet. How similar she looked to the photo on Mark's office shelf. She was the same person, after all.

You laugh through your dinner and start the flirting through dessert. You sigh.

“What's that?”

You shrug with a smile. “Can't decide if I don't want this to ever end or… If I want us to get out of here.”

You slip a foot out of its heel and slide it against his ankle, up his calf, and against his inner thigh. Mark inhales sharply and sets an elbow on the table a little too hard, shaking the glasses.

“You are playing a risky game.”

“Risky? I'm just looking for what was promised me.”

“Promised?”

“I'm collecting.”

“Say less.”

You don't even realize that Mark's going in the direction of his place (or what you assume is his place because it's in the opposite direction). You've got a hand ghosting up his leg and he's giving you the same treatment. If he weren't driving, you'd give him head right here, right now.

You both jump when a crackle comes from his police radio.

“Shit,” he mutters, tuning into the frequency.

“Dispatch, all available units to the factory off third…looks like another one.”

Mark nearly swerves off the road. You pull you hand back as your heart hammers in your chest.

“Jesus. What did he mean?”

Mark stares into the dark ahead, lips parted slightly in some intense thought.

“Another trap,” he breathes. “Fuck. I gotta get there. I'll drop you back at your place-”

“No, it'll be quicker for you to go straight to 3rd. I'll stay in the car. You need to do this, right? Catch this guy?”

Mark is fighting himself. Something within him wins and he nods, puts the car in reverse, and speeds to the factory. It's an old, abandoned place, something to do with manufacturing. But when you arrive, there's already ambulances, cop cars, and people, so many people. Mark practically throws himself out of the car and into the throngs. From your seat, you can barely overhear a conversation.

“You're not supposed to be here-”

“No one gave more to this case than me. Let me through.”

Another car pulls up beside you and two men step out, wearing windbreakers with “FBI” plastered on the back. Shit. Your hand moves instinctively to the handle as though there's anything you can do to help this situation.

You watch as Mark is now in a proper screaming match with someone. They aren't letting him through, and then you see a body being wheeled out on a stretcher. The blanket is pulled up too far. Whoever this poor bastard is, they're dead.

And then you spot the hand. The tattoos on the fingers. The ring you had bought him two Christmases ago.

You have no trouble now leaving the car. You stumble in your heels towards the back of the ambulance. Some notice you and go to grab you away but you avoid them. You only get close enough to confirm your suspicions before Mark has a hold of your wrist, then your arm, then all of you as you realize fully that Ted is on the stretcher before you, dead. A victim to the Jigsaw killer. Bringing you one step closer to a serial killer, and hundreds of miles away from anything ever making sense again.

#mark hoffman #saw fanfic #mark hoffman x reader #angst #fanfiction #smut #hurt/comfort #fluff #enemies to friends to lovers

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I read something interesting today: the script of Cinderella; or the Lover, the Lackey, and the Little Glass Slipper – a "fairy burlesque extravaganza" by Henry J. Byron, 1860.

Since I'm hoping to turn my overview of the different screen and stage adaptations of Cinderella into a book, I want to research the British stage tradition of the Cinderella Christmas pantomime. Being American, I'm not very familiar with pantos at all, but I think I should discuss them in my book. While Byron's play wasn't billed as a pantomime, they say it basically codified the standard outline of the Cinderella panto that's used to this day. Namely by giving the "Ugly Sisters" bigger comic roles than they had ever had in earlier British stage adaptations, and by introducing a character who from then on became a stock figure: "Buttons" (or rather "Buttoni"; later versions would Anglicize his name), a friendly manservant in Cinderella's house who loves her unrequitedly, but ultimately helps her reunite with the Prince.

It's an interesting script. Here are the notable details:

*This play is written entirely in rhyming verse, and it's a musical, filled with popular songs of the day and a few excerpts from opera, with new lyrics to fit the story. It even includes the comic duet "Un segreto d'importanza" from Rossini's La Cenerentola. Speaking of which...

*The influence of Rossini's opera La Cenerentola is very strong. The setting is Italy and Cinderella's suitor is the Prince of Salerno, although his name is Prince Poppetti rather than Ramiro. As in the opera, his father is dead, and he stands to lose his inheritance unless he marries as soon as possible. The opera characters of Dandini (who also became a stock figure in Cinderella pantos from then on) and Alidoro are present too. Dandini plays his familiar role of switching clothes with the Prince and temporarily enjoying the good life while his master plays the valet. Alidoro isn't the "fairy godfather" figure of the opera, however, but just has a minor comic role as a stodgy tutor. Also as in the opera, Cinderella's stepsisters (or rather, in this version, her half-sisters) are named Clorinda and Thisbe, and in place of the traditional Stepmother is their buffoonish father, an impoverished baron, here named Baron Balderdash. Unlike Rossini's Don Magnifico, however, Balderdash seems to be Cinderella's biological father: he just favors his daughters by the first of his two deceased wives over his daughter by the second one. When Cinderella begs him to take her to the ball, he's moved to fatherly pity and almost gives in, only to be intimidated into refusing by his overbearing eldest daughter Clorinda. Also as in the opera, Cinderella and the Prince first meet at Cinderella's house while she's still in her rags and share a romantic scene, just before Dandini comes in his princely disguise to personally escort the family to the palace.

*Unlike the opera, this version does have a Fairy Godmother. She's no ordinary one, however: she's the Fairy Queen herself, who lives in the forest with other fairies at her command. (Was it coincidence or not that Massenet's opera Cendrillon would also portray her this way 39 years later?) In the opening scene, Prince Poppetti gets lost in the forest while hunting, and meets the Fairy Queen, who shows him a vision of Cinderella's face inside a hollow in a tree. The Prince falls in love at first sight, and so he resolves to give a ball that very night in hope that his mystery girl will come. Later, when the Fairy Queen comes to Cinderella to transform her rags into a gown, a pumpkin into a coach, etc., she tells her that the "valet" she met and fell in love with earlier is really the Prince.

*Another difference between this play and the opera is that the Prince and Dandini's role-switch doesn't extend through the ball. The "Un segreto d'importanza" scene where Dandini reveals his identity to Baron Balderdash happens just before the ball, not at the end of it.

*According to the original cast list, the roles of Prince Poppetti and Dandini were both played by young women, while the role of Clorinda, the elder, more prominent, and more broadly comical of the two Ugly Sisters, was played by a man. This is in keeping with the pantomime genre's tradition of cross-casting.

*Cinderella's portrayal is very different from what I expected. Maybe it's because this was a "burlesque," not serious theatre, but she's not the sweet, gentle waif of tradition – she's a feisty, witty, sassy thing, who talks back to Clorinda and tells her how useless she is, and even tells her father when he's being ridiculous. It's the type of characterization we've often seen in modern feminist versions of the tale, but this is from 1860!

*Buttoni has his most prominent scene with Cinderella after everyone else has left for the ball, but before the Fairy Queen arrives. He sings a duet with Cinderella where he confesses his love for her, but she insists that her "troth is already plighted" to the Prince's "valet."

*In different pacing from a typical Cinderella, the extensive ball scene is the grand finale. Unusually, the Prince knows full well who Cinderella is the whole time. (Her idiot family doesn't, though; they just comment on how much the mysterious beauty looks like her.) So when she runs away at midnight and loses her glass slipper, he doesn't really need it to find her, but just tries it on the other ladies as a game to officially rule out everyone but Cinderella as a bride. As soon as Dandini brings him her lost slipper, he immediately has all the other maidens who are still at the ball try it on, declaring that he'll marry whomever it fits. Of course it fits none. But then Buttoni brings Cinderella back to the palace, now in her rags again; she asks to try on the slipper, and it does fit, as the Prince knew it would.

*Unfortunately, there's some crude racist language here and there, with pejorative use of terms like "Jew," and even the N-word. I suppose that was typical of the era. Fortunately, it's only now and then, and could easily be cut from modern performances.

I'm looking forward to exploring other British pantomime versions of Cinderella to see how they compare to this early one.

@ariel-seagull-wings

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Hi magpie! I’m curious: when it comes to original stories, what’s your approach to writing characters? Do you need them to feel them "alive" before you can dive into the story or do you prefer discovering them as you go?

Hey lovely! Thanks for the fascinating ask!

Creating characters in itself doesn't feel very hard for me. When writing fanfic, I'd come up with secondary OCs as needed (from Esther and Dawn in 9 ½ Days to Hush, darling's Nariyoshi to Amy in The Gift) without it seeming a struggle. I wanted a character, bang--there she was. I can't say as to how great they were, but I had no trouble in creating them.

Main characters are different: there's a lot more at stake. They need to carry a novel. This is one of the things that fanfic does NOT prepare a writer for. In fact, it can be detrimental for one's craft. Because the question isn't just to come up with a new character's looks and personality, but also to make them compelling enough for a reader to follow for a few hundred pages. The question is how to make a character that readers will like or even love--or love to hate, if she's the antagonist.

I'm predominantly a pantser. In the past, I'd get a burst of inspiration, start writing and come up with a character and a story. I'd discover the character the same way I discovered the plot. The character took shape as I was writing and their quirks or personality became slowly apparent. In between sessions, I'd spend some time thinking about their backstory. A vibe, a grasp of a character is enough to propel me to write them and flesh them out as I go.

Also, finding the right name is incredibly crucial for me. Not kidding. It's like a magic spell. Once I find the right name for the character, they come alive.

Lately, though, I've been trying to write an original romance, but I have stalled while figuring out the two main leads. I suspect the main reason for the block is the pressure of knowing this is something I'll want to publish: lots and lots of self-doubting and hesitation, which doesn't make for a fruitful writing session. This ask is actually a good reminder that I'm in a decent place to write them and I shouldn't let my doubts undermine my self-confidence. I should just plunge in, as it were.

Things that help me to get a feel for a character and things that don't:

I find character questionnaires absolutely useless. Knowing someone's favourite cookie or the name of her fave teacher does not help me in any way figure out how to write her better. If I need such a detail, it'll come up when writing.

Backstory is super important. This will shape the character and will inform their choices. I spend a lot of time thinking about that.

Because I figure out the characters as I write them, instead of questionnaires or lists, I might try writing a throwaway scene, as I call them. These are little scenes that aren't meant for the novel--they're just to get a feel for how the characters act on page. Often AUs. They're like fanfics of my OCs. Once I wrote a scene where my two characters find a baby on their doorstep in a contemporary setting. It was a short thing but it was illuminating to see how they both dealt with an emergency. The new valet was something similar. It's why I love prompt challenges, and I believe writing scenes like that makes for a better story, even if it feels at first glance that you're procrastinating.

On the topic of how to introduce a character and make them likable, or at least interesting, I pay attention to how characters are introduced in other media. Esp TV as it's easier to notice it there. I'm absolutely enamoured with how C-dramas introduce characters. I've learned loads just by seeing how Nirvana in Fire introduced Prince Jingyan.

ask me about writing

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Your valet was tasked with preparing me for your visit to the pied d'tere I call home. You have insisted I be ready… and more than willing, when you are in town on business and crave a diversion. By my recollection, these infrequent get-togethers happen twice, maybe three times a year. Each is unique, which speaks to the proclivity that has captured your imagination at that moment in time. As I was being secured with clever knots and bindings today, Vincent schooled me in the ancient arts he had researched at your request. We also spoke of past visits as a way of ramping up my arousal. Less than 6 months ago, I was to be a serving platter for sushi, requiring me to lay flat on my back, naked and adorned with all manner of raw fish, while you feasted with colleagues. A last minute cancellation spared me that humiliation, but my curiosity denied, was piqued. I insisted your obedient valet imbibe, after all the preparation. He was equally disappointed, but soothed himself with the abandoned meal, doing his best to play the part of our absent benefactor. His fingers lingered and dragged the slimy snacks to responsive zones, just as you would have done. I must admit, the sensations had me quite aroused and we agreed that a revisit of that particular pecadillo is a must. Before that, I was taught how to perform as a burlesque dancer, tease-dancing with ostrich plume fans while I stripped down to a diamond-studded g-string. Vincent had paid close attention to that detail when he helped me dress for the performance, and watched from the wings to encourage my brazen display to please you and the colleagues you invited. My rare reward, besides this year-round luxury apartment, is the sexual frolics that follow. For whatever reason, I am always blindfolded for a silent plundering. I'm accustomed to hours of conversationless sex between us, except for the satisfied moans and howling gratifications from what feels like a dozen different men unleashing their unique brands of desire upon… and into me. I thrill to the variety you bring to the table and allow my imagination to picture the handsome faces of your friends I entertained with my seductive strip tease… or whatever scenario you dream up. Afterwards, you kiss me goodbye, promising another visit soon enough, and leave me to be cleaned up by the dutiful Vincent. Still over-stimulated, we speak openly of the evening while I am being bathed, recounting explicit details I was unable to see. His vivid descriptions of your exploits, always re-arouse me as he spares no modesty in sharing what he witnessed. He seems just as invested in the proceedings and my pleasure as if he were you… I can't help but offer my own insights and highlights of the thrilling sensations that fueled my countless orgasms, while I touch myself in soothing ways to temper my lusting in your absence. Vincent always soaps my tender breasts and pretends not to notice the quivering in my submerged loins, but we both know he's taking mental notes to share with you, just like you share me with him. Tonight's visit will transport me into yet another unexplored sexual realm of your making, so I have no expectations… just raw desire and acquiesence to serving your every impulsive whim. I will be satisfied many times over before you disappear into the night, but rarely satiated. Afterwards and between visits, that's where Vincent earns his keep.

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anarchistettin · 1 year ago

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By Shane Goldmacher and Maggie Haberman

Reporting from Bedminster, N.J.

June 13, 2023

Donald J. Trump went to bed Tuesday night, on the eve of his 77th birthday, as a now twice-indicted former president and current front-runner for the Republican nomination for the White House in 2024.

“Some birthday,” Mr. Trump grumbled on Tuesday as he visited Versailles, a popular Cuban coffee shop in Miami. “Some birthday.”

He had just been arraigned on federal charges. His co-defendant was working as his valet. And he didn’t eat Cuban — he had McDonald’s. On his plane headed back to New Jersey from Miami, Mr. Trump ate the fast food while holding court with advisers and finishing edits on the speech he would soon deliver and mostly adhere to.

The surreal scene that awaited him at his private club in Bedminster, N.J., was a blend somewhere between a summer garden wedding and a political victory party. There was an air of an almost post-arraignment celebration as women arrived in their finery: fuchsia and canary yellow dresses, embroidered Trump wares and heels. Men sported suits and red MAGA hats.

Then Mr. Trump arrived. Visibly deflated after pleading not guilty for the second time in three months, his dry and low-energy resuscitation of his legal defense — even inflected with the usual references to Marxists, Communists and fascists — pleased his advisers but drew a relatively muted response from a crowd that had minutes earlier craned their phones for a shot of his motorcade.

He had entered to the same track — “God Bless the USA” by Lee Greenwood — that he has used as an entrance theme so many times before. On Tuesday, the chorus landed differently.

New revelations. The 49-page indictment against Donald Trump and a personal aide, Walt Nauta, revealed a host of potentially devastating new details in the Justice Department’s inquiry into the former president’s mishandling of classified documents. Here are some of the most significant allegations:

There was a stunning pattern of obstruction. Prosecutors say Trump willfully ignored a May 2022 subpoena requiring him to return the documents — and took extraordinary steps to obstruct investigators. The indictment details how Nauta, at Trump’s direction, moved 64 boxes of documents so that Trump’s lawyer could not find them.

Boxes of documents were stored in a bathroom. In April 2021, Trump’s employees needed to move dozens of boxes from a ballroom at his Mar-a-Lago estate. “There is still a little room in the shower where his other stuff is,” one aide texted another. The boxes were hauled to a small bathroom and piled up nearly to the tiny chandelier next to the toilet.

Documents were stored sloppily. The indictment shows a picture of a box of top secret national security documents that in 2021 had spilled onto the floor of a Mar-a-Lago storage room accessible to many of the resort’s employees.

Trump made a “plucking motion.” The indictment recounts how Trump and his lawyer discussed what to do with a folder of 38 documents with classification markings. The lawyer said Trump made a “plucking motion” that implied, “why don’t you take them with you to your hotel room and if there’s anything really bad in there, like, you know, pluck it out.”

Trump was recorded sharing secrets. The indictment says Trump was recorded at his golf club in Bedminster, N.J., showing off secret U.S. battle plans to a writer. Trump described the material as “highly confidential” and “secret,” while admitting it had not been declassified.

Trump showed a secret map to a staff member. In August or September 2021, Trump shared a top secret military map with a staff member at his political action committee who did not have a security clearance; he warned the person not to “get too close.”

One of Trump’s lawyers is a key witness. Some of the most potentially damning evidence against the former president came from notes made by one of his lawyers, M. Evan Corcoran. The lawyer’s notes essentially gave prosecutors a road map to building their case.

“I did everything right,” Mr. Trump declared in his 30-minute speech, “and they indicted me.”

When he finished, he barely lingered to take in the applause. He gave an obligatory fist pump and mouthed thanks to the crowd. Then he turned and went inside.

All told, the day encapsulated the remarkable numbness to the extraordinary that has defined the Trump era. The former president entered federal court as a criminal defendant, and now faces hundreds of years in prison. The Republican front-runner’s early 2024 calendar now includes not only key caucuses and primaries but court dates. His rivals are at times contorting themselves while discussing his alleged crimes; one circulated a petition on Tuesday demanding they all promise to pardon him.

Mr. Trump’s appearance in a Miami courtroom was a humiliating moment for a New York businessman with a 40-year history of engaging in gamesmanship with prosecutors and regulators, viewing most every interaction as a transaction or something he could bluster his way through. By 2017, he had the armor of the presidency protecting him when the first special counsel investigating him, Robert S. Mueller III, began his work. And by 2021, as investigations began into his efforts to thwart the transfer of power, he had come to see another campaign as a shield against prosecutions.

But that grandeur — and legal insulation — had vanished on Tuesday. Instead, Mr. Trump’s team tried to create the sense of a man still in power. In Bedminster, he spoke with the white columns of the main house of his New Jersey golf club behind him. The indictment became another backdrop for the ongoing Trump Show.

He was comforted by a motley assortment of his most fervent supporters. They included former President Richard Nixon’s son-in-law; a former New York Police Department commissioner whom Mr. Trump pardoned in the final year of his presidency; and a former administration official whom Mr. Trump named as a representative to the National Archives.

It was the National Archives that began the winding road that ended with Mr. Trump facing charges alleging that he had defied a subpoena and kept highly classified documents. The agency, which is in charge of preserving presidential records, spent most of 2021 trying to compel Mr. Trump to return boxes of materials that he had taken with him when he left the White House. So did some of his lawyers and advisers. When he finally returned 15 boxes in January 2022, archives officials discovered nearly 200 individual classified documents, and alerted the Justice Department.

On Tuesday night in Bedminster, what amounted to a red-carpet MAGA crowd mingled to a carefree playlist of Trump-favored throwbacks: “Macho Man” by the Village People, “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” by Frankie Valli, “We Will Rock You” by Queen, “Dancing Queen” by ABBA. Dozens of women wore matching red-white-and-blue outfits and chanted “We love Trump!” in unison as Mr. Trump was airborne.

The arraignment date happened to coincide with Mr. Trump’s first major fund-raiser, with those who had raised at least $100,000 invited to a “candlelight dinner” after his speech. The Trump campaign will be paying Mr. Trump’s private business in donor dollars for both events, a practice he has done for years.

Robert Jeffress, an evangelical pastor in Dallas and an early supporter who said he would not “abandon” Mr. Trump, got a call from a staffer for the former president on Monday, asking him to attend. He said Mr. Trump’s supporters saw the charges as “political.”

“I think they see this as Biden’s way of getting rid of his No. 1” opponent, he said, as music blared behind him.

Senator Tommy Tuberville, Republican of Alabama, missed votes in Washington to be there to cheer for Mr. Trump.

The gathering in Bedminster and Mr. Trump’s not-quite impromptu cafe stop in Miami were reminiscent of how he handled the gravest political threat he faced in his first 2016 campaign: the infamous “Access Hollywood” tape. Back then, he immersed himself in a crowd of his supporters outside Trump Tower. Now, he did so both at his own property and in a friendly corner of a city where he will soon face trial.

“You see where the people are,” Mr. Trump said after he was serenaded with a brief rendition of “Happy Birthday” at the Cuban cafe, called Versailles, where he also stopped to pose for a picture with a mixed martial arts fighter.

He seemed determined to project nonchalance as much as defiance. His co-defendant and valet, Walt Nauta, continued to assist him throughout the day, even as the judge cautioned against the two men discussing the case, after traveling to court as part of Mr. Trump’s motorcade staff. Ever image-conscious, Mr. Trump had entered the courthouse in Miami out of the sightlines of cameras, and he avoided a mug shot and handcuffs for the second time.

The act of indicting him, Mr. Trump said, “will go down in infamy.” And he pledged to appoint a “real special prosecutor” once he’s president again to go after President Biden and his family.

“The seal is broken by what they’ve done,” he added.

#ha ha #de-walled

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Vehicle Detailing vs. Mobile Valeting: Which is Right for You?

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Inconvenient: Requires you to take your vehicle to a detailing shop or wait while it's being serviced.

Understanding Mobile Valeting

Mobile valeting offers similar services to vehicle detailing but with the added convenience of being performed at your location. It's ideal for those who need professional cleaning but cannot afford to visit a detailing shop.

Pros of Mobile Valeting

Convenience: Service comes to your location, saving you time and effort.

Flexible Scheduling: Can be booked at a time that fits your schedule.

Tailored Services: Often offers customized packages to suit your specific needs.

Cons of Mobile Valeting

Limited Services: May not offer the same level of restorative treatments as traditional detailing.

Variable Quality: Quality can vary depending on the service provider.

Comparing Costs

Both services can range in price depending on the level of care and the specific treatments required. Mobile valeting might be slightly more expensive due to the added convenience, but many find the time saved to be worth the extra cost.

Making the Choice

Choose Vehicle Detailing If:

You need extensive restorative work.

You prefer a traditional shop setting with a dedicated service space.

You have the time to drop off and pick up your vehicle.

Choose Mobile Valeting If:

You value convenience and flexibility.

You need regular maintenance cleaning.

You prefer the service to be performed at your home or workplace.

Both vehicle detailing and mobile valeting offer exceptional benefits for maintaining your car’s condition. Consider your lifestyle, needs, and priorities to choose the service that best fits your situation.

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copperleafhotel · 7 months ago

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Tired of Rushing? Hotels Offer Time to Relax and Enjoy with Copperleafhotels Tirunelveli!

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thedetailingmafia0 · 8 months ago

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What is included in car detailing services?

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Car detailing is like giving your car a makeover to make it look super fresh. It's not just a regular cleaning job – it's a detailed process where experts take apart the car and clean every nook and cranny by hand. Think of it as a spa day for your car, where even the tiniest spots get a thorough scrubbing.

So, what's the difference between detailing and a regular car wash? Well, anyone can hose down a car with soap and water, but detailing is next level. Detailers are pros who know all the right techniques and use top-notch products.

Types of car detailing services

Best car detailing services can be classified into two types, exterior and interior detailing. Following are the services included in car detailing:

Exterior Car Clean-up:

Hand Wash and Dry: They give your car a thorough bath by hand, including spraying and wiping down every part with special stuff.

Paint Claying: They use a special clay bar to get rid of any gunk left after washing, leaving your car's paint super smooth.

Polishing: This buffs away tiny scratches and swirls, making your paint look flawless.

Sealing or Waxing: They add a shiny finish and protect your paint with a sealant or wax.

Extra Bits: If you want, they can also spruce up your trim, engine, headlights, or fix any chips or dings in the paint.

Interior Car Cleaning:

Vacuuming: They suck up all the dirt and crumbs from every nook and cranny.

Scrubbing and Brushing: To tackle tough stains on carpets and mats.

Steam Cleaning: This blasts away stubborn stains from carpets and seats.

Glass Cleaning: Make sure your windows are crystal clear.

Leather Cleaning: They give any leather bits a good scrub.

Fresh Smell: And finally, they'll spray something nice to make your car smell brand new.

Benefits of car detailing services?

1.) Boost Your Car's Lifespan

Getting your car detailed helps it last longer. When the inside gets a deep clean, it keeps your seats and carpet in good shape, stopping them from wearing out too fast.

2.) Better car performance

Taking good care of your car makes it run better. Detailing services include cleaning out the engine, which helps it work smoother and more relaxed.

3.) Keep Your Car's Value Up

A well-maintained car is more accessible to sell when you're ready to upgrade. Detailing keeps your car looking shiny and fresh, making it more attractive to buyers.

4.) Preserve Your Upholstery

Your car's seats and interior can get worn out by the sun, dirt, and stains. They can be fixed with detailing.

5.) Get Rid of Gross Stuff

Dust and dirt in your car can smell bad and cause health problems. But regular detailing removes all that gunk, making the air cleaner and reducing allergies.

Conclusion

Simply put, detailing is about making your car look absolutely amazing, inside and out. While a regular clean or valet just focuses on surface cleanliness, detailing goes deeper. It tackles tough dirt, swirl marks, and fading paint, giving your car a like-new finish without the hefty price tag of a full paint job. Detailers are all about the little things, making sure every inch of your car looks perfect.

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victorycarpark · 9 months ago

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Melbourne CBD Car Parks: Convenient and Secure Parking Solutions in the Heart of the City

Introduction: Melbourne's Central Business District (CBD) is a vibrant hub of activity, with bustling streets, iconic landmarks, and a diverse range of attractions. Navigating this dynamic city center is made easier with a variety of convenient and secure car parks available. In this guide, we explore Melbourne CBD car parks, highlighting their benefits, features, and locations to help you find the perfect parking solution for your needs.

Prime Locations:

Melbourne CBD Car Parks are strategically located in key areas, providing easy access to popular destinations such as Flinders Street Station, Federation Square, Melbourne Central, and the Yarra River precinct.

These prime locations ensure that visitors, commuters, and tourists can park their vehicles within walking distance of major attractions, shopping centers, restaurants, and business districts.

Diverse Parking Facilities:

The CBD offers a diverse range of parking facilities to cater to different preferences and requirements.

Multi-level parking garages, underground car parks, and open-air lots provide ample options for both short-term and long-term parking needs.

Valet parking services are available at select locations for added convenience, especially for those attending events or dining at nearby restaurants.

Modern Amenities and Features:

Melbourne CBD car parks are equipped with modern amenities and features to enhance the parking experience.

Automated payment systems allow for quick and convenient transactions, with options for pay-by-phone, contactless payments, and pre-booking services.

Real-time parking availability updates and online booking platforms enable drivers to plan their parking in advance, reducing search time and ensuring a spot upon arrival.

Accessibility and Safety:

Accessibility and safety are top priorities in Melbourne CBD car parks.

Designated accessible parking spaces, ramps, and elevators ensure equal access for drivers with disabilities or mobility challenges.

24/7 surveillance, well-lit facilities, and on-site security personnel provide a secure environment for parked vehicles and peace of mind for drivers.

Flexible Pricing and Discounts:

Parking operators in the CBD offer flexible pricing options to suit various budgets and durations.

Hourly rates cater to short-term visitors and shoppers, while daily and weekend rates accommodate tourists and event attendees.

Discounted parking packages, early bird specials, and loyalty programs are available for regular parkers, providing cost-effective solutions for frequent visitors.

Environmentally Friendly Initiatives:

Many Melbourne CBD car parks are committed to environmental sustainability initiatives.

Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations promote eco-friendly transportation options, supporting the city's efforts to reduce emissions and promote green initiatives.

Bike storage facilities encourage cycling as a sustainable mode of transport, catering to environmentally conscious commuters and cyclists.

Proximity to Public Transport:

Car parks in the CBD are conveniently located near major public transport hubs, including train stations, tram stops, and bus terminals.

This integration with public transit networks allows drivers to easily transition between driving and public transport, offering flexibility and convenience for city exploration.

Additional Services and Amenities:

Some Melbourne CBD car parks offer additional services and amenities to enhance the parking experience.

Car wash and detailing services save time for busy drivers, ensuring their vehicles are clean and well-maintained.

Luggage storage facilities, valet parking, and concierge services provide added convenience for travelers and visitors.

Conclusion: Melbourne CBD car parks offer a comprehensive range of parking solutions to suit the diverse needs of drivers in the city center. With prime locations, modern amenities, flexible pricing, and a focus on accessibility and safety, these car parks ensure a convenient and secure parking experience for visitors and residents alike. Whether you're exploring the city's attractions, attending events, or conducting business, Melbourne CBD car parks provide a reliable and hassle-free option for parking your vehicle while enjoying all that the vibrant CBD has to offer.

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donendusteddetailing · 10 months ago

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Mobile Car Valeting: The Convenient Solution to Keeping Your Vehicle Spotless

In the fast-paced world we live in today, time is a commodity more valuable than ever. Between balancing work commitments, family time, and personal relaxation, finding time for chores like car maintenance can be a challenge. This is where mobile car valeting steps in as a game changer, offering a convenient, efficient, and high-quality service that comes to you, wherever you might be. This innovative solution is redefining car care for the modern vehicle owner, blending flexibility with unparalleled service.

What is Mobile Car Valeting?

Mobile car valeting is a professional service that brings the full car cleaning and detailing experience directly to your doorstep. Unlike traditional car washes, where you need to take your vehicle to a fixed location, mobile valeting saves you time and effort by coming to your chosen location, whether it's your home, office, or any other place that suits your schedule. Equipped with all the necessary tools, water, and power, mobile valeters offer a range of services from a basic wash to comprehensive detailing, including interior cleaning, waxing, and polishing, ensuring your car looks its best inside and out.

The Benefits of Choosing Mobile Car Valeting

The primary advantage of mobile car valeting is its utmost convenience. You no longer have to disrupt your day or go out of your way to keep your car clean. Booking is typically straightforward, with many services offering online appointments and flexible scheduling to fit around your life. Furthermore, it eliminates waiting times associated with traditional car washes, allowing you to continue with your day uninterrupted while your car gets pampered.

Quality is another significant benefit. Mobile valeting professionals pride themselves on their attention to detail. They use high-quality products and techniques to ensure a superior finish, often surpassing what you might expect from a drive-through car wash. This meticulous care not only enhances your vehicle's appearance but can also help in preserving its value over time.

Moreover, mobile car valeting services are customizable. They understand that every car and owner has different needs. Whether you're looking for a simple exterior wash, a deep clean of your interior, or a full detailing service, you can choose what suits you best. This level of personalization ensures that you're not paying for services you don't need, making it a cost-effective solution for maintaining your vehicle's cleanliness and appeal.

Environmental Considerations

Many mobile car valeting services are also taking steps to be more environmentally friendly. They use water-efficient washing techniques to minimize waste, and eco-friendly cleaning products that are less harmful to the environment. This responsible approach allows you to keep your car in pristine condition while also being mindful of your environmental footprint.

Who Can Benefit from Mobile Car Valeting?

Virtually anyone who owns a vehicle can benefit from mobile car valeting. Busy professionals, parents juggling family responsibilities, and even businesses with fleet vehicles will find this service particularly advantageous. It's also an excellent option for those who take pride in their vehicle's appearance but may not have the time, tools, or expertise to achieve professional results on their own.

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