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[blekonwatch]

Wrist Watch Online

Choosing the right wristwatch for your style can be both a fun and daunting task it’s an accessory that can take your look to the next level, but it can also be difficult to find one that fits your style whether you’re a fashionista or just looking for a simple way to accessorize, there are plenty of options out there. From classic designs to modern twists, there’s a wrist watch online for every look and occasion this guide will help you find the perfect watch, whether you’re looking for something to wear to the office, a special occasion, or just every day for size and shape to material and color, there are a few key factors to consider when making your selection with the right watch, you can take your style to the next level.

[esimsterlookbook]

Kenzie Sims 4 CC Lookbook

Meet Kenzie!

Base Sim Info:

Skin: sims3melancholic Soyun Skin Overlay / Lamatisse Bare Skintone / lamatisse mercuria skin overlay / Nesurii Little details / Ok ruee misc face details / Nesurii Definition overlay / Sims3Melancholic Body Highlight 01 / Praline Sims Eyebags 21 Zombie / Sims 4 Nexus Defined Nose 1

Eyebrows/Eyes/Lashes/Teeth: Sims3Melancholic Eyebrows 108 / sims3melancholic contacts N114 / MMSims Eyelashes v5 / Light Deficient Simblreen2K19 Teeth 11

Tattoos: thatsims4hore cielo set

Everyday:

Hair: Simplaciaty Mia Hair

Outfit: Tauve Graphic Baby Tee / Babyetears Rota Jeans / Blue Craving Sporty Lydia shoes

Accessories: Babyetears Y2K Star belt / Gorilla x3 Circle Glasses / FKA Flutter Nose Cuff / Praline Sims Thunder V0 Earrings / Simpliciaty Fiore Necklace / Praline Sims Malice Lip Piercing / Christopher 067 Monet Rings

Makeup/Nails: Lady Simmer Glossy Babe Eyeshadow / Lady Simmer Tulip Bunch Blush / sims3melancholic lipstick N9 / Giulietta Sims Long Almond Thin French Tips Nails

Formal:

Hair: Nightcrawler Cupid Hair

Outfit: serenity x sentate Gal Dress / Senate Adilah Sandals V2

Accessories: Giulietta Sims Athena Bracelet Set / Giulietta Sims Mutliple Bangles / FKA Sheen Nose Piercing / Praline Sims Malice Lip Piercing / Christopher 067 Mahlia Rings / Gorilla x3 Butterfly Necklace II

Makeup/Nails: Praline Sims Eyeliner N125 Cruel / Praline Sims Eyeshadow 91 Macchiato / Northern Siberia Winds Lips 26 / Veve Bisou Highlighter / Oydis Nails

Athletic:

Hair: Simpliciaty Antonia Hair

Outfit: Green Llamas Rio Top + Lisbon Trackies / Mysterious Dane Adidas Gazelle

Accessories: Jolliebean Peak Performance Basic Socks / Giulietta Sims Basic Little Hoop Earrings / FKA Flutter Nose Cuff / Darte_77 03 Bracelet / Praline Sims Malice Lip Piercing / Sugar Owl Janice Rings

Makeup/Nails: Jolliebean Oval Nails Matte

Sleep:

Hair: Simpliciaty Loren Hair V1

Outfit: Plumbobs and Fries Haley Top / Senate Chris Panties

Accessories: Jius Knitted Socks 10 / That Sims 4 Core Bunny Belly Bar v2

Swim:

Hair: Simpliciaty Wendy Hair V2

Outfit: Lumysims Nixie Bikini V2

Accessories: Rimings New Gift Box 17 Earring / Whisterias Delphine Necklace / S-Club TS4 Bracelet 202013 / Praline Sims Malice Lip Piercing / Praline Sims Malice Nose Piercing / That Sims 4 Core Bunny Belly Bar v1

Makeup/Nails: that one green leaf Miss Americana Eyeshadow / Anonimux Mavuika Eyeliner / Lady Simmer Satin Cream Glosses / Veve Bisou Highlighter / Maxi Moons Haylee Nails

Party:

Hair: Simpliciaty Mindy Hair

Outfit: Trillyke New Years Eve Dress / Mermalade Strappy Wide Heels S144

Accessories: R Raven Garter / Gorilla x3 Box Chain Necklace / Christopher067 Keen Bracelet / FKA Flutter Nose Cuff / S-Club WM ts4 bracelet 202006 / Praline Sims Malice Lip Piercing

Makeup/Nails: Peachy Faerie Brick Eyeshadow / Lady Simmer Rose Water Blushes / Praline Sims Eyeliner 121 Maze / Praline sims Lip 233 Wonderland / Jolliebean Almond Nails Matte

Hot Weather:

Hair: Simpliciaty Karina Hair

Outfit: B0T0XBRAT Jungle Top (Paywall) / Plbsims Somi Denim Shorts / Seoul Soul 2024 #40 Sandals - Free Access Sept 14th 2024

Accessories: Glitterberry Sims Carmen Necklace / Giulietta Sims Thick Link Chain Bracelet / FKA Sheen Nose Piercing / Praline Sims Malice Lip Piercing / Giulietta Sims Winona Watch

Makeup/Nails: Cosimetic Eyeshadow N201 / Peachy Faerie Crayon Eyeliner / Northern Siberia Winds Lips N26 / Veve Bisou Highlighter / Jolliebean Oval Nails Matte

Cold Weather:

(too many links for a tumblr post, find cold weather outfit info here).

Thank you to CC creators for their amazing work!

[vintageartjewelryzionposts]

Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: VINTAGE Ladies STUDIO watch Wrist watch Bangle Watch working Accents.

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Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: Geneva Ladies Rhinestones Vintage Bangle Cuff Watch.

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Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: Xanadu Ladies Silver Bangle Cuff Quartz Watch.

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Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: Geneva Ladies Casual Enamel Bangle Cuff Fashion Watch Pink Dial / Bezel ZC 1128.

[lamaisongaga]

LADY GAGA IS HARVARD’S ARTIST OF THE YEAR IN CAMILLA & MARC, PETAR PETROV & MARA PARIS

The Harvard Foundation has named Lady Gaga as their 2022 Artist of The Year.

To celebrate the occasion, Gaga appeared virtually during the Annual Cultural Rhythm Show where she also promoted her charity & humanitarian efforts.

Gaga once showed again her recent found obsession for tailored suits.

From Australian label Camilla & Marc’s “Liberté” collection, comes the Aston relaxed fit double-breasted soft woven blazer with opaque marble buttons ($800) and the matching straight leg-fit trousers with front leg pintucks ($450), both in the color “Dusty Jade”.

The flax-yellow Ladio cotton and silk-blend poplin sleeveless shirt with sharp collar, structured shoulders and button-up sides ($870) is from Petar Petrov's soft and classic femininity exuding Spring/Summer 2022 collection.

Petrov is a Bulgarian fashion designer who founded his eponymous womenswear brand in Vienna in 2009 and is known for sharp tailoring, fluid fabrics and distinctive prints.

Shop:

Camilla & Marc “Aston” Jacket ($800.00)

Camilla & Marc “Aston” Trouser ($450.00)

Petar Petrov “Ladio” Blouse ($870.00)

She accentuated her ears with the Hope sterling silver hoop earrings ($131) by French label Mara Paris, a new name in her ever-growing closet!

Shop:

Mara Paris “Hope” Hoops ($131.00)

Her Happy Hearts bangle ($3,030) is by none other than Chopard. Each cuff has a large heart at one end (can be onyx, mother of pearl, pavé white diamond, etc) and a smaller heart containing a moving white diamond at the other end.

Shop:

Chopard “Happy Hearts” Bangle ($3,030.00)

She also rocked her new FitBit Versa watch in aluminium rose-gold with peach-colored band.

[contemptofcourtship]

I Am No Succubus

... Is what I wish I had said.

I spent today having a nice dinner with a really sweet half-orc today. She was charming, made me laugh, had amazing taste in music and better taste in restaurants. She took me out today to a really nice place downtown – one of those bougie chic places with menus carved on wooden boards and so on. She bought this amazing bottle of wine, and leaned over and said, “I think I love you, Connie.” 

    It had only been a month, but I was really feeling things with her. She was poly too, and her boyfriend was a great guy. She always took me on the weirdest dates, but I loved it every time. I was a little taken aback, but before I could say anything, she said it. Those magic words. “...or is that just the pull of the succubus I’m feeling?”

    Record needle scratch, freeze frame. 

    Listen up, internet. Sit down with me, I think it’s time we had a conversation. 

    We can’t keep doing this! I get it – all the kin have something going on. All the kin have those things we all know and we all talk about, and yeah, I gave Miss Foodie’s biceps more than a few extra looks – I’m a weak lady! I want a girlfriend with 3 inches on me to pick me up over her shoulder like I’m groceries! Sue me! – but sometimes, hearing it sucks, internet! 

    I like wearing horn-tassels as much as the next girl, and yeah, I’ve bought an outfit or two to show off the tail (both of them, know what I’m sayin’?) but isn’t there a line we can draw between “I love what you’ve done with your tail, where did you get those bangles?” and “Yes, I’m going to immediately compare you to the most stereotyped thing you could possibly be related to.” 

    Not that it matters, but we’re mostly horned devils and chain demons; not a succubus in sight for like, four generations. 

    I’m no fucking succubus, internet. I’m not the one who’s going to rise up from the ground and fulfill your corruption fantasy; you want that, grow a pair and do a summoning yourself; maybe you’ll live to regret it. And you know what? Miss Foodie also wasn’t going to throw me over her shoulder and carry me away to the sunset; my human boyfriend was never going to come home one day with five new kinks and suddenly start building a house because he read a book about power tools that day. She was going to hold my hand in an art gallery, cook me the best steak of my life, and go to a rock show with me. He’s going to come over tonight and we’re going to watch Netflix, like we always do. 

    (If you’re reading this, you know who you are. Yes, I’m going to give you that ticket back. And yes, those three sweaters too.) 

    When are we going to actually start talking about how the kin talk about each other? Why are we just okay with horn-chasers all over tinder? Why is it okay to ask a dhampir to use their fucking thrall on you on the third date, but it’s some kind of great violation to get your summoner boyfriend to summon cuffs onto you?

    So yeah. Let’s all sit with that. She’s not my orc princess; he’s not my hardworking mayfly, and I am not your fucking succubus. 

    Maybe we can all sit with that. Maybe we can all say that out loud sometime. 

    Contempt Halwinter (she/her)

    @conniecontempt on twitter and instagramConnie is a freelance writer who has a day job in HR. To share your stories, tweet @conniecontempt or use the hashtag #IAmNoSuccubus.

[nothingunrealistic]

every burn rate in billions 6x04 “burn rate”

all 21 of them! with transcriptions to the best of my abilities!

1.

Coach John Calipari speaking fee: $200,000

$200,000

2.

Tom Ford Shirt: $595

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Shoes: $1,250

Custom Suit by Giliberto: $3,500

Oculus Quest 2 VR Headsets: $800

VR Rendering: $70,000

$76,415

3.

J. Crew Dress Belt: $65

Shoes: $180

Slacks: $225

CEGO custom shirt: $300

Custom Blazer by Giliberto: $1,850

Patek Philippe Watch: $179,995

$182,615

4.

Zegna charcoal 2pc Suit: $3,450

Canali white/gray pin dot dress shirt: $350

Canali navy tie: $160

Vitrus Mondial Monk oxfords: $325

Apple Watch Series 6 with Black Link Leather band: $1,499

Hugo Boss belt: $118

$5,902

5.

Ermenegildo Zegna Jacket: $4,595

Ermenegildo Zegna Shirt: $575

AG Graduate slacks: $188

Zegna Pocket Square: $175

Ferragamo Shoe: $645

Cartier belt: $440

Breitling Navitimer Watch: $7,710

Black ring: $200

Beaded bracelets: $340

Silver bracelet: $60

Necklaces: $1,238

Petrvs Lion Signet Pinky ring: $575

$16,741

6.

Hyperlite 4400 Southwest Backpack: $390

Aether Torino Jacket: $725

Osprey Ariel AG 55 pack: $290

ZPack Duplex Tent: $649

Puma GWS Expedition Sleeping Bag: $1,020

Hennessy 4Season Expedition Zip Hammock: $270

Neoair Xlite Sleeping Pad: $180

Garmin Montana 700 GPS Touchscreen Navigator: $600

Garmin fenex 6 - Sapphire watch: $850

Lowa Mauria GTX Hiking boots: $325

Leatherman Charge Multi-Tool: $170

Sawyer Filtered Water Bottle: $90

$5,559

7.

Warby Parker Glasses + prescription: $750

Alternative Men’s Rocky Eco-Fleece Zip Hoodie: $58

Ultras Stonks Adult Tri-Blend T-shirt: $28

Underwear from middle school: $0

Cargo Pants: $118

Air Jordan 1 Mid “Metallic Red” Sneakers: $165

$1,119

8.

Brooklyn Flea vintage pants: $60

Blundstone boots: $200

Ralph Lauren Purple Label sweater: $850

Catbird Stacking rings: $649

$1,759

9.

Vale Rectangle Plate Necklace: $480

Cartier Love Diamonds Necklace: $4,400

Cartier Trinity Earrings: $7,500

Cartier Trinity Ring: $1,700

Vale Lazarus Ring: $2,450

Vale Wrap Cuff Bangle: $3,300

Mejuri Croissant Dôme Ring: $75

Mejuri Boston Dôme Cuff Bracelet: $150

Mejuri Drawn Cable Chain Bracelet: $90

Sally Hershberger Cut and Color: $800

Il Villaggio Gel Mani/Pedi: $96

Roland Moret Top: $950

Cartier Tank Watch: $20,100

Bracelet woven by Eva: $2

Cartier Purse: $3,150

Safiyaa Pant: $695

Aquazzura heels: $925

$46,863

10.

New York / Africa Free WiFi initiative: $22,000,000

$22,000,000

11.

Courier from Monterrey airfare: $2,400

Rorer quaaludes (18 tablets): $6,000

$8,400

12.

Rian’s Uber home - Uber Eco plus 15% tip: $78.66

Taylor Uber home - Uber Black plus 20%: $82.74

Dirt Candy Take out: $87.10

Whole Foods Vegan Snacks: $350.88

Alternative data research: $2,000,000.00

$2,000,599.38

13.

Elida Geisha coffee: $600

$600

14.

Custom yacht build: $300,000,000

Greening: $300,000,000

$600,000,000

15.

PR, Lobbying, Law firms: $13,500,000

$13,500,000

16.

Suites at the Four Seasons for two nights: $10,360

Loft rental (Nightly): $15,000

Gates to-scale 3D model: $30,000

Bombardier Business Jet Roundtrip from Europe: $480,000

$535,360

17.

Rodney Scott Hog Roast Dinner - private chef fee: $15,000

Full Service Catering (food and staff): $900

Whole Hog and Cooking: $1,600

Travel: $7,000

Gratuity: $500

$25,000

18.

Bordello buyout: $50,000

11 Covid-safe sex workers: $112,500

$162,500

19.

Roberto Coin Mini Pois Moi Cube Necklace: $375

Vale Lunette Ring with Rubies: $625

Manolo Blahnik BB 90 Suede Pumps: $665

Dia Satin Golden Gate Ring: $1,200

Cartier Trinity Earrings: $2,160

Roberto Coin 4 Row Diamond Ring: $2,500

YSL Sac du Jour Purse: $3,150

Primavera Dia Circle bangle: $4,500

Prada suit: $4,690

Roberto Coin Dia Royal Flower Princess bangle: $5,350

Rolex Lady Datejust watch: $9,550

$34,765

20.

Taylor: $787,595

Wendy: $210,919

Rian: $244,633

Ben Kim: $100,000

Wags: $875,002

Sacker: $244,633

Scooter: $546,879

Other employees: $747,800; $197,726; $320,992; $170,000; $219,006; $423,367

21.

Winston: $17.13M. Shoes: $150,156. Textiles, Pyramid, etc.

Sacker: $15.31M. Wine: $17,264. Philanthropy, etc.

Rian: $17.16M. Interiors: $201,461. NFTs, Entertainment, etc.

Tuk: $10.65M. Art: $145,889. Gold, Dining, etc.

Taylor: $2.70M. Clubs: $25,136. Film, Gold, etc.

Wags: $2.52M. Automobiles: $35,097. Memberships, Shoes, etc.

Prince: $2.57M. Jewelery: $12,196. Watches, Interiors, etc.

Wendy: $12.08M. Tech, Music, Crypto, etc.

Scooter: $16.97M. Travel: $76,975. Crypto, Wine, etc.

Bonnie: $11.28M. Pyramid, Gaming, etc.

Victor: $11.53M. Entertainment: $23,396. Properties, Watches, Pyramid, etc.

Ben Kim: $13.33M. Dining: $66,178. Research, Clubs, Entertainment, etc.

TOTAL: $1,500,391,667

[blekonwatch]

Most Expensive Watch

Expensive watches there are many different types of watches that vary in design and functionality when shopping for a watch, you should consider the occasion and environment in which you will be wearing it. So the most expensive watch for example, if you are wearing a watch to a job interview, a dress watch would be a better choice than a sports watch. Dress watches: these watches have a classic look and are suitable for most formal occasions they are often small in size and come in gold, silver, or platinum. Sports watches: these watches feature large dials and often come with rubber or metal bands they can withstand water and are shock-resistant and suitable for outdoor activities. Chronograph watches: these watches are designed for functionality and are the most complex type of watches they are best for situations where you need to track multiple tasks at once. Chronometer watches: chronometer watches feature high accuracy and is often used for scientific purposes they are more expensive than ordinary watches. Dive watches: dive watches are designed for underwater activities and are water-resistant they are often large in size and have luminescent dials that glow in the dark.

[the-yellowturtle]

For @zkfanworkweek‘s Fluff Friday :D 

Title: because it’s from you (AO3 Link) 

Rating: G

Summary: Fire Lord Zuko has a hoard of bracelets. He blames Suki. 

Inspiration: @wewere-angels‘s everything i am  (This is an explicit fic, so minors should not read it!) 

“Although somewhat remiss to give historical figures an armchair diagnosis, some Reconstruction Period experts have come to believe that Fire Lord Zuko may have been autistic. According to the personal writings of his friends and family, Fire Lord Zuko often took statements literally, was a stickler for routine, and extremely knowledgeable in niche topics that did not pertain to his role as sovereign. For example, the Fire Nation folktale of Fire Lord Zuko knowing more about past avatars than Avatar Aang is actually true by all verifiable accounts. Furthermore, the monarch’s own journals suggest that he participated in self-stimulating behaviors. Fire Lord Zuko wrote frequently about tracing, rubbing and fiddling with the bracelets his wife, Fire Lady Katara, gifted to him because the action was soothing and could help him focus.” 

-an excerpt from ‘A Reexamination of Beloved Historical Figures’ 

It was all Suki’s fault. If she hadn’t informed Katara all those years ago that he had become “huffy like a little dragon” over the safekeeping of her necklace, then he wouldn’t be in this situation. The situation being: overflowing chests of jewelry organized by material and country of origin. 

Zuko knew that was a bit simplistic though, blaming Suki. If he was being honest with himself, this situation was years in the making. Maybe it had all started when he used her necklace to track down Aang. Maybe it had all started when Katara showed him some of the more simple Southern Water Tribe braiding patterns. The truth was, however, that it had really started when Katara sent him his first bracelet by hawk; a braided and beaded piece that was burgundy in color. 

It was love at first sight. 

Made by Katara’s very own hands with him specifically in mind, Zuko couldn’t bear to take it off. During council meetings, meals, training sessions, and long hours in his private study, the bracelet was always there on his right wrist. It was a constant reassurance. Even if she couldn’t physically be there with him, he would always have this small piece of her. When the days would drag on and the ministers would blather endlessly, rubbing the beads between his fingers would give him the energy to carry on. 

From Uncle to Azula, from Suki to Advisor Jakao, everyone seemed to notice his fondness of the bracelet, so it was no surprise to Zuko when Katara also did. What was surprising, however, is when she started to give him a new bracelet every time she returned to the Fire Nation. 

At first, she liked to give him bracelets from the Southern Water Tribe. One made of whale ivory similar to the necklaces her father and brother wore, one made of shiny black baleen from the latest whale hunt, and bracelets ranging from vermillion to indigo that she braided herself. 

When they proposed to each other —funnily enough, simultaneously— she presented him with a bracelet similar in design to her own necklace, but crafted from the crystals found within the cavern where they shared their first kiss. This one quickly found a home next to the burgundy bracelet on his right wrist. 

After their wedding, Katara began to bring home jewelry from the local artisans she came across during her diplomacy trips. A jade bracelet from the Earth Kingdom, a dentalium one from the Northern Water Tribe, an eighteen bead mala from the Foggy Swamp, and a multicolor braided bracelet from the Air Acolytes at the Northern Temple. 

Eventually, even their tours of the Fire Nation together resulted in more bracelets for his rapidly growing collection. A trip to the outer islands in their third year of marriage produced an obsidian bracelet, as well as one made up of iridescent blown glass beads. Although they didn’t know it at the time, Izumi was another souvenir of that tour. 

As one might expect, word began to get out that Fire Lord Zuko was a bracelet enthusiast. During his birthday celebrations, foreign dignitaries and friends alike would bestow upon him a variety of jewelry over the years. King Kuei gave him a jade bracelet that looked like a winding dragon, the representatives from the Southern Earth Kingdom offered a set of golden bangles, Toph once presented a cuff that had a bright green gemstone embedded into it, and even Sokka followed the trend by making Zuko a carved ivory bracelet depicting the members of their family. 

It got to the point that Zuko had to carefully choose his jewelry before attending any important diplomatic meetings. In order to protect global peace, Zuko would sometimes have to wear up to eight bracelets on his left wrist, or risk offending foreign delegates. The bracelets adorning his left may change like the wind, but the ones on his right always remained the same. That was Katara’s spot. Only that very first bracelet and the engagement one would be displayed there. 

Looking at the various overflowing chests of bracelets he had in his closet, Zuko felt like it was a bit much at times. Surely one person did not need this many bracelets, Fire Lord or not. However, whenever one of his children busted into his office to proudly display one of the bracelets they had braided for him, he would drop everything to hug them tight and praise their craftsmanship. Paperwork be damned. A Fire Lord may not need a limitless supply of jewelry, but there was no such thing as excess when it came to accepting presents from your children. 

Besides, without the bracelets, he would have never been able to witness Kya and Izumi putting as many of them as possible on their tiny arms before declaring themselves to be Fire Lord. Katara got a good chuckle out of that one. 

Sometimes after watching Zuko meticulously reorganize his collection, Katara would ask him, “Which one is your favorite?” 

“You already know that,” he would respond with a grin. 

She would smirk, tapping her chin. “How about out of the ones I gave you, but didn’t make then?”

“Now that’s simply impossible to answer.” 

“Oh? And why is that, Zuko?” 

“Because you gave them to me,” he would say while looking into her eyes, “And I like them so much because it’s from you.” 

[psychosistr]

Green-Eyed Monsters- Chapter 2

Summary: Dominic and Steelbeak successfully sneak into the soiree and identify their target, but personal feelings and a pair of lovely ladies from SHUSH might throw a wrench into their plans.

Notes: Behold, the first OC’s outside of Domino to be featured in this series- @starlightmoth ‘s SHUSH OC Xaviera, and my double-agent OC Maravilla! These two are very sweet together and I was super excited to include them, so I hope you guys will enjoy them too x3 Also, I slipped a few references to my previous stories in this chapter- see if you can guess them before reaching the end ;3

-First Chapter-

Steelbeak’s flashy gold-painted Lincoln Continental drove up the winding driveway leading to the duo’s destination for the evening. In any other situation, the car would stand out like a purebred show-dog at a junkyard. For tonight, however, it was just another gaudy and over-decorated transport lining the absurdly long path to a building larger and more brightly lit than any skyscraper in Saint Canard could ever HOPE to be.

Choosing to park his car rather than leave it in the hands of the valet (no one touched that car without his permission- forget about actually driving it), Steelbeak pulled into a parking space further away from the main driveway but closer to the back entrance. The location would make it easier to sneak in and out unnoticed, though it would also be a more suspicious location if security noticed the vehicle; they’d have to get in and out as quickly as possible.

When they exited the vehicle, the chief officer and his partner were dressed in outfits far different from their usual attire: Dominic had left behind his iconic coat and hat, instead donning a simple white button up shirt with a turn down collar beneath a more elaborate black tailcoat with thin vertical white stripes, black buttons, and bright red lapels with a matching red boater flat top hat that had a white hat band with a black buckle, giving it the vague semblance of a domino- the whole outfit accessorized simply with a dark red tie, a domino-shaped tie pin, and a black diamond-studded Crowlex hidden beneath the cuff of his sleeve. Never one to be outdone by his partner, Steelbeak had also left his usual white suit behind in favor of a far more expensive tuxedo featuring a white pleated button up shirt with a turn down collar and clear gemstone-style button studs, a black tuxedo jacket with a shimmering silver shawl collar and another pair of clear gemstone-style buttons, matching black pants, black pleated cummerbund, and a pair of freshly shined black patent leather cap toe shoes- all accessorized with the equally flashy additions of a black pointed-style bowtie, diamond cufflinks, a four-peak folded white silk pocket square, and a shiny silver watch emblazoned with diamonds. While a far cry from their usual style, the high-class suits would do a better job of camouflaging them with the high-society crowd mingling within the walls of their target’s billion dollar mansion.

Their target for the night was the owner of the lavish mansion before them, Emelia Malton- more specifically, they were after a pair of very valuable items that she had on her. According to FOWL’s intel, Emelia’s family was repeatedly ranked as the richest family in the world due to their cumulative net-worth amassed after years of running one of the most successful chain-stores on the planet. Despite her parents passing away a few months ago, the company had flourished under the young heiress and was now celebrating its ranking as the top-grossing chain-store in the world by hosting an extravagant party at her family’s home. Everyone on the guest list was considered the richest and/or most influential in their respective fields of business, so it was the perfect way for the wealthy woman to flaunt her affluence over her peers.

And what better way to do so than to show off her family’s prized possessions- the “Goddess’ Eyes”.

These “eyes” were the deadly duo’s target: A pair of nearly-impossible to acquire naturally green diamonds that could easily be priced at thirty-million dollars each. In addition to being ludicrously valuable, the gemstones were also the perfect conductors for FOWL’s newest thermonuclear based weapon for mass larceny and extortion on a global scale. They needed at least one of the incredibly rare diamonds for the device to function properly- preferably both so they could construct a second if the tests proved fruitful.

The only obstacle to obtaining the jewels was the mansion’s high-ranking security that was efficient enough to give the secret service a run for their money. Most of the time, the mansion’s security was so tight that even an army couldn’t breach their defenses. The only time the security was marginally lowered was for grand events- hence the required presence of the chief officer and his partner at the evening’s soiree.

Tonight would be the only chance for quite some time for FOWL to get their hands on the “Goddess’ Eyes” and they could NOT let it slip away.

With this goal in mind, Dominic and Steelbeak carefully made their way around the house to the garden and back-patio that had been converted into a slightly less-crowded outdoor lounge area for those seeking a reprieve from the bright lights and loud music indoors. Avoiding the cameras and creeping under the windows to avoid detection, the pair of fowls managed to sneak unnoticed into the outdoor crowd before seamlessly slipping through the wide open back doors to join the larger crowd within the mansion’s main ballroom.

Steelbeak gave a low, impressed whistle once they were inside, looking around at the myriad of (likely over-priced) paintings, statues, and crystal adorned light fixtures. “Wow, this is some shindig, eh, Dom?”

“More like an excuse for people who’ve never known a hard day’s work in their lives to show off how much money they have in an attempt to feel superior to everyone else in the room.” The (truthful) observation was accompanied by a slight scowl when an older woman in a satin dress wearing more jewelry than her plastic-surgery altered body should have been able to support without falling over passed by the two less ostentatiously dressed fowls.

Steelbeak gave a quiet snicker at his partner’s cynical view as they weaved their way through the crowd in an attempt to find a less heavily clustered spot with a better view of their surroundings. “Can’t argue with ya there, short fuse. I’m fightin’ my instincts REAL’ hard right now- I used t’ swipe rocks an’ cash offa chumps like these all the time when I was a kid…pick a few pockets here an’ we’d be set for life…”

“Focus on the rocks we’re after first, then you can have your fun on the way out.” Reaching one of the multiple full bars setup along the sides of the room, Dominic took a moment to properly observe his surroundings. It was hard to pick out any particular faces in such a large crowd, but, as red eyes caught sight of the grand bifurcated marble staircase draped in red carpet and ornate black handrails, a thought occurred to him: What better place to lord your wealth over a room full of billionaires than the highest point where they’d all have to literally look up to you? “Up there.”

Grey eyes soon followed the darker fowl’s gaze up the split stairs to where they met again on the next floor to form a small balcony overlooking the ballroom before branching out to the rest of the upper level. Leaning against the railing to look down on the party below was a tall, statuesque pearl white marble fox with long silver hair that fell past her shoulders in elegant waves. She was dressed in a classy black strapless evening gown with a beaded sweetheart-cut top in a snug mermaid cut that left very little to the imagination about her rather curvy figure and long legs, even with the gown reaching the floor beneath her. Like many other women attending the grand gala, she was bedecked with an arrangement of jewels such as a silver cocktail ring with a sizeable emerald at its center surrounded by much smaller white diamonds, a set of bangles encrusted with green garnets, a three-strand choker necklace of shimmering green stones with silver chains and white diamond accents, and, most noticeably of all, the pair of very large and very flashy drop-pendant earrings hanging from the base of each of her black-spotted ears with a plethora of small white diamonds around both the connecting points on her ears and around the sizeable brilliant-cut green diamonds in the center that perfectly matched the fox’s own sparkling green eyes. Everything about the woman screamed elegance and superiority compared to nearly everyone else in attendance.

Even without seeing her picture during High Command’s earlier briefing, the woman would be unmistakable as the party’s hostess, Emelia Malton. While Dominic knew she would be showing off her family’s most valuable possessions, he hadn’t expected her to have the “Goddess’ Eyes” turned into such readily visible trinkets. Then again, he mused, having them fashioned into a pair of earrings certainly made a statement that was impossible to ignore and, admittedly, would be harder to swipe than something like a necklace or ring. The woman was also no fool, it seemed, for while her security had been lowered enough for two uninvited guests to sneak in, Emelia herself (and likely most of the other valuables on the upper floor), were being diligently guarded by several large men in basic black suits spread out across the length of the staircase. Keen red eyes noted that each man was carrying at least one concealed firearm, and that there were a few more guards scattered about the lower floor near all of the doorways.

This definitely ruled out the chance of sneaking up on the fox since the security would see them coming from a mile away. A simple swiping was off the table as well, even if they could get close to her, as there was no way they’d be able to remove the earrings undetected. And, to top it all off, even if they DID somehow manage to get the diamonds off of her person, they’d be forced to fight their way through a small battalion of heavily armed guards and a crowd of frightened party-goers. Somehow, they needed to not only get on the same level as Emelia, but also draw her away from her security detail if they were to have any chance of-

“Dang, now that’s what I call a sweet pair.”

Dominic could swear he heard the bones in his neck pop from the speed and intensity with which he turned his head to stare incredulously at his partner. The expression soon hardened into a stern glare as the loon crossed his arms over his chest. “You are talking about the earrings, RIGHT?”

Steelbeak seemed completely unphased by the chilling amount of ice that the darker bird addressed him with- he seemed far too preoccupied examining the heiress with a look that was far too appreciative for the aquatic avian’s liking. “I’m talkin’ ‘bout alotta things, red eyes…” He gave another impressed whistle before (finally) tearing his eyes away from the woman on the upper floor to look down at his (clearly agitated) partner. “Why didn’t ya warn me she was such a knockout?”

“I wouldn’t know, she’s not exactly my type.” The loon huffed and rolled his eyes with a displeased scowl. “Now, if you’re done drooling over her, can we please get back to figuring out a way to get what we came here for?”

Steelbeak was either too distracted looking at the foxy woman above him or was just plain feigning ignorance of the other man’s soured mood, and, honestly, Dominic wasn’t sure which would have angered him more at this point. “Oh, don’t think for a sec’ that I can’t do both- I’m a pretty good multitasker.” Dark grey eyes drifted back up to admire the lady of the manor while the gleaming beak below them had a smirk that spoke volumes’ worth of its owner’s intentions.

Before Dominic could decide between hitting the taller fowl in the back of the head to forcefully change his focus or the equally tempting option of grabbing an unattended drink from the nearby bar-top and dumping it on the rooster to help him cool his head off, a female voice surprised them both.

“Well, well…if it isn’t Chief Officer Steelbeak. Long time no see~” The deadly duo turned their heads just in time to see a lady in a sleeveless red gown with a semi-sweetheart neckline, an asymmetrical cut that ended at one knee before diagonally ending an inch below the other, and a rather provocative slit cut into the shorter side above her black-stocking covered legs was holding a half-full glass of red wine in her purple hand while regarding them with an amused expression. The woman appeared to be a purplish jay, judging by the plumage on her exposed arms and her purple beak accentuated with black lipstick that matched her eyeliner (which was only a few shades darker than the black feathers of her face). Her black hair was tied back in a simple but elegant bun with a few stray locks left out to frame her face, the bun itself held in place with a decorative golden hair-comb that made it look like she had several gleaming marigolds holding her hair back. Marigolds, Dominic quickly noted, seemed to be a theme among the woman’s accessories, as she also had one made of black onyx on a golden chain around her neck, a matching stone on her golden cocktail ring, and the pair of spiraled golden bracelets styled like leaf vines that covered her wrists and forearms with small golden marigolds placed sporadically across the intricate golden loops; even her shoes, which at first glance appeared to be a simple pair of black suede t-strap shoes with a tall, thick golden heel, secretly contained a small red marigold locked away in their see-through midsection.

Steelbeak, who seemed unphased by the woman’s knowledge of his name, simply smirked down at the jaybird knowingly. “Well, look what the cat dragged in…ain’t seen you in a while, Mara- was beginnin’ t’ think ya ditched us for a cushy desk job under ol’ grizzle-face.”

The marigold-bedecked lady gave a dry chuckle as she swirled the wine in her glass. “And miss out on the chance to see you make a fool of yourself for thinking you actually know how to talk to a woman? Not on your life~”

Rather than looking offended, Steelbeak just laughed his usual nasally, clipped laughter and shook his head. “Hey, I know how t’ talk t’ women- just not women like you.”

“Of course not.” The purpled fowl said before taking a sip of her wine. “After all, you never were very good at handling women you had no chance with.” Looking up from the depths of her drink, she found a pair of eyes in an even more intense shade of red boring into her. “I don’t believe we’ve met. You are…?”

“I’m his partner- agent Domino.” Dominic gave the brightly dressed jay a once over, but still couldn’t shake the sense of unease and agitation this woman’s presence seemed to bring him. The feeling bothered him so much that he completely missed the slightly disappointed look in the chief officer’s eyes before he buried whatever feeling had surfaced in the back of his mind again. “High Command didn’t say anything about dispatching any other agents for this mission…”

Black lipstick curled upwards ever so slightly as the purple beak gained a small smirk to it. “That’s because I’m not here with FOWL……I’m here with SHUSH.”

Steelbeak must have anticipated his partner’s reaction, because no sooner had Dominic started reaching for his concealed weapons than the lighter fowl’s hand had positioned itself in front of the loon’s chest to stop any potential altercations. “Agent Maravilla here’s one of the best double agents we’ve got: She’s been spyin’ on SHUSH for years now an’ helps us take ‘em down from the inside.”

Dominic’s stance relaxed just enough that he no longer looked like he was going to shoot the double agent…for now… “Why is SHUSH here?”

“Oh, there’s a few targets of interest here.” Maravilla’s dark eyes glanced up towards the party’s hostess, a knowing look clear behind the playful smirk on her face. “SHUSH may have also gotten a tip that FOWL would be making a move tonight…though I have no idea who they would have heard that from~”

Red eyes narrowed suspiciously at the purplish jay. “No, I’m sure you wouldn’t…”

Steelbeak, once again sensing his partner’s growing tension and ire, chose to redirect the conversation while keeping his attention on the femme fatale. “If ya know why we’re here, then ya wanna lend a hand? We could use a distraction for the guards t’ shoot at.”

“That does sound like a good time…” The jay’s dark eyes went back to Steelbeak, looking seriously like she was contemplating the offer, but ultimately decided against it. “Unfortunately, I’m afraid I’ll have to decline this time.” With a sigh, she tilted the remnants of her wine within its glass at a sharp angle, the movement indicating something behind her. “Gryzlikoff doesn’t trust me on my own in the field anymore, so he’s started giving me babysitters..”

The pair of fiendish fowls followed the angle of the red liquid with their eyes to one of the other bars set up across the room on the other side of the dance floor. While there were several people crowded around the high-dollar booze, there was one person in particular who seemed to be purposefully avoiding looking in their direction…or rather, avoiding looking directly at them- they were subtly keeping an eye on the FOWL trio’s exchange using the reflection of their half-full glass on the bar-top (it looked like a simple shirley temple, judging by the clear soda and cherries, a far cry from the champagne and various hard liquors of the other barflies). A sneaky little trick that only someone as cunning and secretive as a spy or special agent would think to utilize.

The person in question appeared to be a vulture with feathers in a multitude of shades ranging from white on her head, to slightly darker shades of grey, yellow, brown, and even black the lower down one looked on the exposed parts of her plumage, with the feathers on her hand and the ends of her tail feathers both being the darkest points. Her hair was…interesting, to say the least- it appeared to have been shaved away along the sides to a peak in the center before being allowed to grow freely and flow down to the middle of her back, almost like a long Mohawk but without the necessary and excessive amounts of hair gel. A pair of rectangular-rimmed glasses rested on her beak as she kept a vigilant eye on her fellow SHUSH agent, the makeup around them kept simple with black wingtip eyeliner and a modest amount of golden eyeshadow. The eye shadow matched both the sheer golden shawl draped over her shoulders that kept her right arm hidden from view, the golden goddess-style sandals that peeked out from the hem of her dress whenever she moved her long legs, and the glittering golden pattern of vertical lines along the bottom of her green sleeveless floor-length halter-top gown.

Steelbeak gave the agent a subtle once-over before looking back down at Maravilla. “She don’t look that tough…want us t’ help ya get a little more breathin’ room without your nanny there watchin’ ya like a hawk?”

The double agent was quick to shake her head, but kept her expression calm and impassive. “It would be best not to. If anything happens to her, you’ll have more SHUSH agents swarming this party than you’d care to deal with- the only reason she hasn’t called them in already is because I told her you’d probably escape in the chaos.” The corner of her purple beak quirked up in an amused smirk. “Besides…this one’s fun, I think I’ll keep her around for a while~”

The larger bird shrugged his shoulders. “If ya say so, Mara.” Dark grey eyes went back up to the party’s hostess. “Guess we’ve just got one more obstacle between us an’ that pretty little thing up there.”

Maravilla looked up towards the balcony as well, her expression briefly mirroring Steelbeak’s earlier appreciative glances before she looked back to the man in question with a mischievous gleam in her dark eyes. “You know…we could do what we did back in Rio…”

Steelbeak let out a short, sarcastic laugh. “Ya mean when ya left ME holdin’ the bomb? No thanks, doll- a little fun with you ain’t worth THAT much trouble.”

A giggle born of dark amusement was barely covered up by the jaybird’s purple fingertips. “Aw, it wasn’t that bad, was it? It did work, after all~” She leaned in closer to the metal mouthed fowl, two fingers from her free hand slowly walking up his chest as she spoke. “Besides…you know you enjoyed it…even if I did come out on top in the end~”

Dominic could feel the already frayed thread holding his last bit of patience beginning to snap. A much darker hand blocked the purple one’s path and, once the multicolored bird stepped away just enough, he placed himself solidly between his partner and the infuriating femme fatale- red eyes glaring down with more venom than even his heavily-laced voice could muster. “I think we’ll be just fine thinking of a plan without you.”

The lady in red seemed momentarily taken aback by the loon’s defensiveness, but it didn’t last more than a second before her face had resumed its seemingly natural state of amusement. “Very well, if you insist.” She turned to leave, but not before looking at the chief officer over her shoulder with a wink that was either flirty, conspiratorial, or both. “If you change your mind, you know what to do~” And with that, she vanished into the vibrant crowd.

Dominic glared after her with a rather noticeable scowl on his face, even after she was long gone from his sight. If she tried that sort of thing again, he’d-

“Wow, didn’t know you were the jealous type, short fuse.” An amused voice teased him from behind.

“I am not jealous.” Looking over his shoulder, Dominic was not at all surprised to see the taller man smirking down at him. “I just don’t trust agents like her..” Moles, infiltrators, spies, double agents- whatever name they went by, Dominic had a VERY negative outlook on them in general after the fall of his base up north.

“Uh huh.” One of the lighter fowl’s eyebrows was quirked in a way that matched his sarcastic tone perfectly. “An’ I’m sure Mara puttin’ her hands on me had nothin’ t’ do with it, right?”

The loon felt his face heat up, but kept his stern scowl firmly in place. “I was just making sure she didn’t try anything. She IS working for SHUSH right now- they could order her to attack at any moment, and I don’t believe for a second she’d have a problem following that command. Looking out for your safety is part of my job- I’m your partner.” If called out for it, he would have vehemently denied any accusations regarding the possessive tone that had slipped into his voice on that last statement.

Dark grey eyes rolled slightly as the rooster huffed. “Yeah, so ya keep sayin’…”

That…actually gave the darker fowl pause. Steelbeak sounded almost…offended? Disappointed? Frustrated? “What d-”

Before he could get his question out- or even figure out what it was going to be- Steelbeak had slipped out from behind him and was venturing into the crowd in a different direction than Maravilla had gone. “Forget it- I’m takin’ Mara up on her offer. Just stand by an’ watch my back, partner.”

Dominic was so taken aback by his partner’s attitude that he just stood there- frustrated, confused, and wondering what else could possibly go wrong tonight…

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Across the room, Maravilla had returned to the vacant seat next to her fellow SHUSH agent- said agent looking less than thrilled with her antics. “Have you lost your mind? Do you know who that is?!” While she tried to look stern, it was clear that the taller bird was more worried than angry.

Maravilla took her seat and looked up at the vulture with a calm expression. “Yes, I know who he is. More importantly, he knows me from work.” She set her now-empty glass down on the bar-top. “If he saw me and I didn’t say anything to him first, it would look suspicious- I have to maintain my cover, Xaviera.”

Xaviera’s previous look lost its façade of sternness, leaving just the concern. “I…suppose you have a point there…” She quickly shook her head, giving the purplish jay a pleading look. “But you have to be more careful from now on. If Steelbeak or that other one find out you’re here with SHUSH, things could get dangerous.”

Instead of looking scared or worried by her fellow agent’s (very accurate and completely valid) warning, an almost daydreamy smile found its way to Maravilla’s face. “Oooh, I hope it does~” A purple fingertip began idly tracing the rim of her empty glass as she stared off into space, apparently fantasizing over the possibilities. “His partner looked like he wanted to shoot me- do you think he would? He certainly seems the type~ Maybe they’ll try using me as a living shield so they can escape~ I wonder if they have a helicopter waiting to pick them up- do you think they’d throw me out of-?”

“Mari, please.” The blond bird placed her hand over one of Maravilla’s with a sincere, worried look easily visible in her eyes. “I know this is all fun and games to you, but it worries me when you put yourself in danger like that. Please promise me- no getting shot at, no drinking poison, no crashing through windows, and no jumping out of helicopters. Please…for me…?”

Maravilla looked up into the taller woman’s eyes and, after a moment, gave a soft sigh. “Fine…for you, mi cielo.” She then turned her hand over so that their fingers were now entwined before lifting both of their hands up so she could place a light kiss to the darker fingers laced between her own. “You’re lucky I can’t say ‘no’ to such a lovely lady~”

Xaviera’s face instantly flushed red all the way down to her neck, her demeanor changing instantly from concerned to flustered. “I-I..uh..that is..I-I just..!” Her attempts to find the proper words were completely dashed when the jaybird winked at her, causing the vulture to (somehow) turn even redder. The only thing that came out of her beak after that was a chirp before she gave up and pressed her overheated forehead against the cool bar-top in front of her.

In doing so, the golden shawl that had been draped around her shoulders came loose, revealing the rest of her previously hidden right arm. The arm ended just before the area where her elbow should have been, the feathers a bit darker around the end of the limb and some scar tissue visible within her plumage at the very bottom of the stump. A few of the more nosy and gossip-loving individuals nearby took notice and started to whisper amongst themselves.

When a stern, almost threatening pair of purple eyeshadow rimmed eyes looked at each of them, however, they suddenly found better things to entertain themselves with and either walked away or simply averted their attention before the vulture even lifted her head to notice their presence. “Getting back to the matter at hand,” Maravilla said while gently readjusting the taller woman’s shawl back to its previous position. “I think I have a way for us to get access to Ms.Malton’s personal files.”

That seemed to snap the bespectacled bird out of her embarrassment. Quickly sitting back up, she looked down at the darker fowl with intrigue. “Really? How?” When the double agent’s eyes flicked briefly in the direction she’d come from earlier, Xaviera instantly shook her head. “You just said-”

“I won’t do anything dangerous, I promise.” Maravilla gave the darker hand still held in hers a reassuring squeeze before continuing. “Those two are after the ‘Goddess’ Eyes’ on Ms.Malton’s earrings, so they’ll try to get her alone. If our data is right, the best place to do that will be in her room. We’ll use them as bait to lure her away from the party, then I can slip in behind them and get my hands on the information Gryzlikoff and Hooter asked for. I’ll be in and out before those two figure out I’ve played them.”

“And if they do figure it out?” Xaviera asked with a mix of skepticism and concern.

Maravilla just smiled coyly up at the taller woman. “Then I’ll have you nearby to bail me out, mi cielo~” While her companion clearly had more to say on the matter, a change in the style of music the band was playing caught the purple fowl’s attention. “Ah, looks like Steelbeak’s taking me up on my offer.” She stood up, removed her flowery hair-comb, and placed it in the vulture’s hand with a wink. “Hold onto this for me, Xavi~” And with that she shook her hair out, allowing the natural waves to cascade down to her lower back and reveal the vibrant purple undertone that had previously been hidden while it was pinned, and made her way towards the dance floor- leaving behind a very confused (and flustered) Xaviera.

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End Notes: Okay, so, here are all of the references I packed into this chapter-

Steelbeak’s suit is brand new because he followed through on his promise to himself to burn the suit he wore on his first failed dinner-date with Domino.

Domino is wearing the watch that Steelbeak gifted him way back in the first chapter of the series x3

Steelbeak’s cuff-links are the same as the ones he gave Domino as a gift during their first failed dinner-date.

Also, not related to the rest of the series, but I based Emelia’s family off of the Walton’s- the absurdly wealthy family that founded Wal~Mart.

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25 Days of Adrien (+6 of Marinette)

Chloe's New Year's Eve Party

Part 1 of 2 (Part 2 will be out later).

Ao3

Chapter 30 – Endings

Marinette could hardly contain her excitement. Today was the New Year’s Eve party at Le Grande Hotel. It would not be the first time Marinette had attended an event with Adrien, but it would be the first one where she could wear one of her designs and where both her and Adrien could freely be themselves without Gabriel keeping an eye on them. They wouldn’t be able to be completely free – paparazzi and all taking photos of the now prominent couple, but she would be able to be a little less “uptight”.

Adrien had a planned photo shoot that would last a good portion of the morning so Marinette decided to spend the day relaxing until she needed to ready herself for the party. She never makes enough time for herself to relax. With no commissions to work on, no more Christmas gifts to make, no help needed in the bakery, and no boyfriend to attend to, Marinette decided to do just that.  

She made her way to the bathroom and started up a warm bath, placing candles around the room for a little ambiance. She dropped pink petals in the bath along with the sweet-smelling bath salts that Alya had gifted her for Christmas. Wrapping her hair up in a bun, she turned her phone on to some calming music and lowered herself in the bath, inhaling the sweet aromas that surrounded her.

Feeling herself pruned and cold as the warm bath exhausted all its heat, she wrapped herself up in her warmest lounge wear and sat in a lump on her chaise. She grabbed a few extra blankets that laid at the end of the chaise and curled up to a book that she received from her Secret Santa.

Marinette dozed off for a bit, waking up to the little pings that emanated from her cell phone. She blindly searched for it with her eyes closed, prying open one eye to see who the message was from. Surprisingly it was Chloe, reminding her of the time of the event and to make sure she brought a jacket so they could watch the fireworks from her rooftop terrace instead of watching it from the main floor of the hotel with everyone else.

Smiling for her thoughtfulness, Marinette typed up a quick ‘thanks’ for the heads up and looked at the time. She had about two hours to get ready before Adrien would pick her up and drive her to the party. As if he could read her mind, a sweet face of a blond-haired boy showed up on the screen. Smiling, Marinette answered the video call.

“Hey, princess.”

“Hey hot stuff. How was the photo shoot?”  

Adrien rolled his eyes before smiling. “The usual. At least it wasn’t outside. Four outfit changes and countless re-shoots later, I was finally able to eat lunch and rest while the photographer took photos of the other models. But, enough about that. What have you been up to without me, my lady?”

Marinette stretched out her arms to pan out her location. “Just snuggling with ten blankets on my chaise. I finally took a long bath with those bath salts Alya got me and then I put on my most snugly outfit to read a book. I took a nap until Chloe texted me about tonight.”

“I’m jealous of your day off.” Adrien smirked before furrowing his brows in confusion. “Why did Chloe text you?”

“She just wanted me to make sure we knew what time to get there for and then to make sure I brought a warm jacket for tonight.”

Adrien had to think quickly. “Oh, for the fireworks?”

“Yeah, she said while the other guests use the main floor of the lobby, the three of us could go and use the rooftop terrace. I thought that was sweet of her.”

“Yeah, that is pretty awesome. Every time I got to hang out with her during New Year’s, that’s what we did.” He stared out, presumably towards to floor, thinking of those moments. “She can really be a good friend when she doesn’t act like a brat.”

“I know. I can see she’s worked really hard to get where she is now. Even though things are still tense between us, I’m glad to have started forming a friendship with her.”

“I’m glad you guys are friends.” Adrien looked up and nodded before returning back to the screen. “Hey, I just got home. I’m going to shower before I pick you up. I’ll see you in about two hours?”

“See you soon. Love you.”

“Love you too.”

-----xoxox-----

Adrien arrived at Marinette’s home right on time, running up the steps to gather his princess. Tom opened the door and wrapped him in a bear hug while Sabine tried to coax her husband to put him down lest he ruin his suit. Sabine looks over to Adrien and pats a loving hand on his arm, cooing over how handsome he looks in his black suit. Keeping the look simple, he decided to go with a silver tie to match the silver cuff links that he had in his stash.

“Marinette should be down soon. She was just finishing up a hem that came undone on her gown.” She smiled.

Adrien was excited but nervous. The ring sat comfortably in his pocket ready to be revealed when the moment was right. Chloe was in his corner to help him set the ambiance for the night. He was lucky to have a friend like her in his life.

Small talks were passed between the two men while Sabine walked up the steps to call upon her daughter. “Marinette, are you all right up there?”

“Yes, maman. I’m coming. I just need to put my shoes on!” Marinette responded loudly.

Soon footsteps could be heard and Adrien suddenly stopped breathing.  Marinette slowly walked down the steps to avoid falling and looked straight to see Adrien’s focused attention. His jaw was slacked, a silly grin started to curl on his lips. He’s the famous model and yet he was looking at her star-struck.

Marinette looked beautiful in her blush gown. The simple bangles were the perfect accessory to her outfit. She wore her hair in a low side bun, tied messily with the snowflake pinned ever so carefully to the front of it. A few loose strands straddled her face perfectly and her makeup was done to accentuate her eyes, making it even bluer - if that was even possible - with a simple eyeliner and pink eye shadow.

Adrien didn’t know when Marinette reached him, but he couldn’t believe she was right there in front of him. He finally let go of the breath he was holding and lifted her hand ever so slowly to his lips, kissing the knuckles with little pecks. A blush reached Marinette’s cheeks. “You look absolutely beautiful.”

Marinette stared lovingly to him. “You don’t look too bad yourself, mon minou.”

After a few pictures from Tom, he teared up a bit at how adorable they looked together and included a rant about the cute grandchildren he would have one day. Sabine kissed both teens and told them to enjoy the night before Marinette became too flustered at him.

-----xoxox-----

The party was enjoyable. There were a few elite guests there for the Mayor. Sabrina was there spending time with Chloe. Marinette made small talk while Adrien was called over by one of the fashion icons that he would frequently converse with.

Marinette and Adrien spent a good amount of time on the dance floor, dancing to every slow song that they could until Marinette’s toes were screaming in pain. Adrien was a gentleman and grabbed two glasses of wine for him and his date, sitting beside her as they talked about the people around them.  

Chloe would look at the unsuspecting couple ever so often, looking at the clock to help set up the plan for Adrien. He requested a bottle of champagne and two flutes up to the side of the grand piano on the terrace and to make sure the setting was perfect. All she had to do was have someone finish the last touches 15 minutes to midnight so he could bring her up there at 10 of.

Adrien excused himself to see Chloe while Marinette continued to rest. “Is everything in place?” The nerves could be heard in his voice.

“I just sent Jean Claude up there to make it magical.” Chloe smiled. “She’s going to love it.”

“You’re the best, Chloe.” He wrapped his arm around her.

“Go on, go on. You have ten minutes to get up there.”

Adrien coaxed Marinette up from her seat and brought her up to the terrace.  

“Is Chloe and Sabrina coming?”

“Yeah, they will be up in a minute. Chloe just needed to grab something first before meeting us up there. She told us to go on without her.” Marinette took the white lie and linked her fingers with his as they rode the elevator up.

Marinette went wide-eyed at the view. The entire terrace was lit up from the bushes to the umbrellas. The pool had dozens of floating candles. Even the piano was adorned with lights. “Wow, Chloe likes to go all out when she decorates, huh?” Marinette said innocently.  

Adrien turned to Marinette and he blushed over how beautiful she looked under the dimmed lights. He grabbed her waist and pulled her in, leaving a light kiss to her lips. The countdown could be heard in the streets below.

Thirty, twenty-nine, twenty-eight...

He looked at her with all the love in the world. “Marinette.”

…. twenty-six, twenty-five, twenty-four...

“Hmm.” She hummed quietly as she soaked up his embrace.

… twenty-two, twenty-one, twenty...

“The last ten months were the best I ever had in my life. I haven’t been this happy since before my mother passed away. You have always been there for me, and even brought my father back into my life. I never expected that in a million years.” He cooed softly to her ear. “You reminded me how special this holiday is; you reminded me how loved I am. I don’t think I could ever repay you for everything you have done.”

...fifteen, fourteen, thirteen...

“But all good things must come to an end.”

Marinette looked confused over what he was saying. Ending? Marinette turned away from him, afraid at what he was hinting at.  

...ten, nine, eight...  

Time felt like it slowed down.

...seven, six, five...

“Marinette.”

She turned around to his calling and saw he wasn’t standing. She looked down, her hand reaching up to her mouth, tears slowly falling down her cheeks.

...four, three, two, one. Happy New Year!

[accessher]

Indian jewellery trends 2020: Types of jewellery you must have in your wardrobe

Gold tones While statement pieces are always great, this summer also belongs to delicate jewellery. Like studded anklets as a classic yet modern piece of accessory to a beautiful and erudite pearl earring, there are several options. A luxurious accessory that highlights a lady's neck is a smart thought. Likewise, there is nothing that adds more elegance to any look than pearls. Watch out for little pearls on rings and circle studs with a pearl inside. Crystals may also emerge as a trend in this season. From delicate pearl hoops to ear cuffs, the vintage pieces are becoming a modern makeover revised for millennial women.Owning hued ornaments in your collection is eternally useful, as it can quickly lend vibrant quality to a basic and monochrome look. It can likewise coordinate the shades in various bright outfits. Nude tones may be in trend with regards to cosmetics.

However, ornaments are about bright hues. Subsequently, neon ornaments are considered as a show-stealer now. Incorporating each non-impartial shade, these jewellery pieces should not clash with the colours of your outfit. One needs to combine them well for the look to stand out. For instance, a yellow or orange shaded neckpiece with a dark dress looks incredible.

Ready to add a brand-new set of jewellery trends into your wardrobe? The Spring/Summer shows have ended, but we cannot stop thinking about the new jewellery pieces that rocked the runways. Several of them are designed to be huge this year, but it will be impossible to escape some notable trends in 2020.

There are bags and shoe trends, but there other accessory categories i.e. jewellery. From the shell and lucite materials that ruled the spring/summer 2020 runways to the thick chains and tortoiseshell designs for fall and winter, there are many accessories designs to discover.

Regardless of whether you are feeling experimental and inclining toward something striking or you like keeping it high with intricate pieces, we have gathered the best styles that you can shop right now to upgrade your accessory game. Here are 6 of the best 2020 jewellery trends that are going to get you so many compliments and you can buy Indian fashion jewellery here too.

Tanjore jewellery pieces

Today, the world of jewellery is even more pleasing and filled with exceptional works that will mesmerize you beyond expectations. This makes Tanjore pieces appealing for women who love to experiment and can carry bold pieces. Tanjore art jewellery works exceptionally on ethnic attire. These pieces can highlight the themes of divine beings and goddesses in exquisitely. A contemporary bend to great sanctuary jewellery, these pieces are sturdy and look elegant.

While temple pieces are animated from the South and are transcendently in gold, Tanjore pieces play with artistry and structure. This year Tanjore chokers appear to drift. They look impeccable at capacities and are agreeable to convey. These accessories alter themselves as per the neck size and look stunning. They positively draw out the excellence of the clothing too.

Gale of hues

Owning hued ornaments in your collection is eternally useful, as it can quickly lend vibrant quality to a basic and monochrome look. It can likewise coordinate the shades in various bright outfits. Nude tones may be in trend with regards to cosmetics.

However, ornaments are about bright hues. Subsequently, neon ornaments are considered as a show-stealer now. Incorporating each non-impartial shade, these jewellery pieces should not clash with the colours of your outfit. One needs to combine them well for the look to stand out. For instance, a yellow or orange shaded neckpiece with a dark dress looks incredible.

Delicate styles

While statement pieces are always great, this summer also belongs to delicate jewellery. Like studded anklets as a classic yet modern piece of accessory to a beautiful and erudite pearl earring, there are several options. A luxurious accessory that highlights a lady's neck is a smart thought. Likewise, there is nothing that adds more elegance to any look than pearls.

Watch out for little pearls on rings and circle studs with a pearl inside. Crystals may also emerge as a trend in this season. From delicate pearl hoops to ear cuffs, the vintage pieces are becoming a modern makeover revised for millennial women.

Gold tones

From Hasli necklace of Kundan to long, illustrious and exquisite Meenakari accessory and studs, traditional aesthetic pieces of jewellery are back in trend. You can Buy Kundan and pearl earrings with meticulous artistry and add that oomph to your look.

The contemporary use of ethnic themes makes them progressively pertinent to modern buyers and is the best way to convey our legacy; keeping it alive. So go for the ideal blend of design and fashion.  

Bling pattern

The time has come to convey the bling look this season, right from brilliant chains to sturdy gold rings to neckpieces with dexterously designed chains, and embellished in-brilliant is the desire to carry. Blend and match these with your outfits, make each blend your own and the result will be unique and trendy.

These pieces can look extraordinary with both cool and elegant outfits. One can wear metallic handcuffs, ear cuffs or neckpieces as metal certainly amps up your look.

Indo-Western combination

millennials, contemporary jewellery with Indian and Western design details is taking the lead. With bangles that harmonize with studded silver rings, jhumkas to long-fringed silver hoops. These styles are vibrant and straightforward and can add versatility to streetwear and designer outfits as well.

Visit to see and shop our edit of pieces to start wearing right now.