#roomie: look it’s about Jasper

[zarovichsbitches]

D&D is really just nerd therapy

[hometoursandotherstuff]

Thanks to Jesterguy for sending this 1980 treehouse in Jasper, Georgia. 2bds, 2.5ba, $325K + $356mo. HOA fee.

The thing about this home is that it's very tight and reminds me of an Airbnb. Coming thru the front door, there's a small area with a chair.

Bedroom #1 is on the ground floor.

It's kind of an oddly angled room.

Bathroom #1.

Laundry room is on the ground floor, also.

The home also has a half bath.

Spiral stairs to the living area on the upper level.

At the top of the stairs is a compact kitchen.

There's not much storage.

Here's another storage piece. Maybe they're leaving them, b/c they show them w/the drawers open and everything.

The dining area is roomy.

The living room area is small.

The door to the primary bedroom is behind the sofa.

It has a closet and an en-suite.

Look at the little round tub. There's a shower next to it. It looks like a molded one-piece unit.

There's a wraparound deck.

Ramp to go to the 2nd level entrance.

https://www.homes.com/property/158-treetop-knoll-dr-jasper-ga/8ydj561nkfyn8/

[bubblydalya]

Chapter 3 - Roomie

Memories

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2019 - Dalia - 9 years

"Mommy someone is at the door"

No response, I went to find mom first, dad always told me not to open door for strangers.

"MooOOoOm where are yoOooO??"

I went almost all over the house, except her bedroom and bathroom.

Mother never wanted me to go there. Probably because of the drugs. But I wanted to find her to open the door.

"Moommy there's someone at the door!"

I yelled a little, but still no response. I even tried to bang at the door until I just opened her door. There was no one in the bedroom but bathroom door were slightly open.

Through the crack open door I saw mother probably dead from overdose. Then front door burst open, little me scared, hid in mom's closet.

I Heard heavy foot steps downstairs and then I heard them going up the stairs. I was shaking in fear, my heart was pounding. I curled up into a ball, when crocodile tears started rolling down my cheeks.

Those people were searching other rooms in the house. Then they opened moms bedroom door and I tried to not breath so loud. It was one person, I think, they were breaking things and at one point I thought I was safe, but them he burst open the closet door. I screamed in fear, he grabbed by the collar of my shirt and tossed me on the bed, he crawled behind me and injected me with some kind of injection, after a minute of trying to fight this man, with no success, I fell asleep and woke up at my curent room in the laboratory school.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Now

" What the actual fuck? (!)"

I yelled a little when throwing a puch at the punching bag in my room. I don't want a fucking roomie to show around, my schedule is cut today which is good but I have to show her around! Like, everything! And this place is not small. Why can't they do it themselves? Even William is not around.

I wonder where is Willow. Haven't seen him in a while, he usually wants to meet newbies real soon for some sort of bond.

We were in the middle of self defense practice, I should shower, I don't wanna sting.

And I wanna change into more comfortable clothing. (The practice clothes:):

After not so long but relaxing shower I dressed into some comfy clothes:



Before the roomie arrived, which is taking suspiciously long, some guys brought her bed and cabinet. Now my room looks smaller than before. Her cabinet is next to mine and so is her bed (not completely next).

After the shower, I calmed down, at least I would do a good first impression.

I heard knocking on my door, so I went to open it and there she was, Lex.

I greeted her then let her in, now our room. I didn't really wanted to talk so I just sat there on my bed, while she was unpacking her things. There was not much stuff, just few clothes, some books too and her weapons, it is a kunai attached to a chain and the chain it was attached at the other end to a thing that is put around the wrist:

And then she pulled put a FUCKIN' katana lady's and gentlemen, what the fuck, that shit must be heavy. I was just sitting there bolling (idk how to spell it) my eyes out. She saw my expression and had hold a lough, it must had been priceless.

I wanted to let out the dork I was deeply inside, and kept trying to keep my cool. But Oh my Gods, these things are cooler that I expected. I only saw them (except for the Katana) in those old books in the libery!

My dorkiness slipped in front of Jasper, after the dinner to let Lex be for a moment (secretly praying that she wont go around my stuff) and told her about her stuff, how I how think it is cool.

"Dude, you have to see it, I never saw that stuff before in real!..." I was yapping about how many stuff you can do with it and so on Jasper was happy for me that the roomate was not a trouble yet, but there was something in her eyes that I couldn't figure out.

The Jasper said: „ You should go meet her more and don't do jump to conclusions, you don't know exactcly who she is."

" You're probably right, but didn't you wanna spend more time with me?"

Jasper shook her head 'no' and whooshed me out her room, cuz' she had 'stuff to do'.

Bavk in my room, I was still silent. I just don't know how to start...

"So um...you got a cool weapon"

"Um....thanks (?)"

Then, there was awkward silence. I guess she's not a talkative person, the problem is I'm not talkative too. I should still probably ask for her name.

" Can I just, get your name??"

"Lex Lemaire"

"Interesting name you got, I didn't hear it before."

.

.

"Thanks"

.

.

.

Silence

.

.

Again

.

I don't usually mind it with Jasper or Willow but... she's got this weird aura. I don't know how to describe it.

'Man, I don't know what to say, she got this weirdly powerful aura'

.

.

"Listen Dalia, There's no need to exchange pleasantries. It's rather pathetic to force a conversation just to occupy silence."

.

.

.

.

.

"I didn't tell you my name"

Right after I said it, I tried to push her into a wall by a spell I learned."

(The power should look like this :):

But she was faster than I thought, she dodged my attack with her speed and pushed me into corner between wall and the bed. I groaned a little " who the fuck are you.." then tried to push her of off me but she had put her knee on my chest, putting her almost whole weight on me. I just huffed and looked her dead in the eyes, those light, almost white blue eyes, her pupil was really thin, like those cats in books.

"Listen, I don't wanna cause trouble, it's just one of my powers - Telepathy so please stop trying to fight me off or you'll hurt yourself."

I smirked at her saying "Is that a threat?"

She bent down closer to my face and said:

"No, a warning"

[dinosaurgreasestain]

The Sin had to remember to breathe as he felt the brush of those lips against his borrowed flesh. He was bad at intimacy without an ulterior motive, even now, years after he’d decided to hold tightly to Jasper in more ways than one. He had a hard time being ready or able to truly process gestures like that one.

But- he had to focus on the road. Stewed in his own head which swam slightly as they drifted away from the sights and sounds of the cityscape and into the remote backroads of a mountain pass. Trees towered through the windows and the signs of snow were still strewn about from a storm in mid-December. It was a good time to get away. To treat Jasper to some safety and isolation. Certainly the stark opposite of what he’d been subject to just months before.

Pride only peeled away his hand when they began to near their destination: a large, but lonely looking cabin which clearly lacked all of the urban amenities that Pride generally surrounded himself with in favor of a more… homely sort of abode. Only two parking spaces were immediately obvious and though it was roomy, one would assume that it wouldn’t house any more than four or five people at a time comfortably.

But here they were- Pride had decided to put up with it for a little while. It was a fair exchange for the relative quiet of the mountains in comparison to the noisy, human-infested city which had a tendency to grate.

“We’ll have to light a fire once we’re in. There’s nobody there to do it for us,” he said as he pulled in to park. The words were said with the tiniest bit of dread. Having to do things himself was not his favorite pastime. But he tried not to gripe about it too much.

dinosaurgreasestain​:

Pride peered out of the corner of his eye at the other. They had yet to really delve into any extensive conversations since Jasper’s recovery; and Pride wasn’t sure he wanted to or needed to. But he was, above all else, hopelessly attached.

Ended up reaching over to snag one of Jasper’s hands and just hold it for a bit. Eyes fixed on the road. Other hand gripping the steering wheel just a touch too tightly.

Do not perceive him, thanks. They still had a while to go before they got to their destination.

Yeah, he guessed this was a big part of why he was still comprising. He got hold of the hand back. Picking it up and kissing the knuckles of it before he rested his cheek down on it. Not really dozing, but spacing out for the drive like that. Car rumbles were kinda soothing in that way.

[creativeashproductions]

Pregnancy Test Roulette // Charlie Gillespie

Summary: As a college student living with your three best friends is the best and even better when they get along with your long-term boyfriend. However, one of your best friends decides to film a video inspired by another tiktok video. You just had to jinx yourself.

Warnings: Swearing, unplanned pregnancy, allusion to abortion (doesn’t use the actual word), college, and reader has a gender-neutral roommate and best friend named Lu.

Words: 2.4k

A/N: This inspired by a video I watched of someone announcing her pregnancy by taking a test with her friends. They each took one and put in a box to shake and hell exploded with the positive, the actual person was aware before the pregnancy roulette

Masterlist

They say your ’20s are your best years and maybe that comes from being able to bounce back from a night out with your friends. A night that turned your memory into episodic moments you could recall and others you had to guess about. Maybe it’s because you’re in the years where you aren’t under lock and key with your parents but not at the point where you’re expected to have a marriage, kids and mortgage.

It was the sweet spot in life. Now you didn’t drink as much as you did your first year, but you did enjoy the odd glass of wine occasionally—a beer with your older brother or a shot with your best friend. But more often than not you were in bliss nestled into your boyfriend’s side watching an old movie with a bucket of popcorn you had argued over who would make. However, Charlie was in Vancouver filming for Julie and the Phantoms leaving you in your house for the upcoming season. The home you shared with your three college friends to save money but not be stifled in dorms.

“I have an idea!” Sophie spoke, sliding into the living room in her thick socks with duckies on them. Her sudden appearance received both Alice and your attention from the movie Bad Moms playing.

Sophie’s recently dyed blue hair concealing her face from you as she flipped the long strands from her hair. Her bright brown eyes glittering with the same happiness that typically exuded from her.

“What’s this idea?”

“Where’s Lu?” Sophie inquired scanning for them in the room, “Did they have a date?”

“Nah, I’m right here Phee,” Lu announced their presence from the kitchen island going over work emails.

Sophie quickly dragged them from the counter to Alice and you on the couch with a box in her hands. Everyone in the room shared a look as the blue-haired girl went into one of her tangents that could continue indefinitely.

“Phee, calm down. What do you want to do?” Lu questioned whereas Alice had leaned forward to grab a look at the box.

“I think the best question is: what does it have to do with the box of pregnancy tests in your hand?” Alice asked flicking her ocean blue eyes at the girl sheepishly looking at the group, “Do you think you’re pregnant?”

“What! No! I thought it would be hilarious to take a test each and put in the box.” Sophie replied, pursing her lips together with a pleading look in her eyes, “Plus I wanna know how you do it…?”

You sighed with a shake of your head, “You saw this on Tiktok. We’re all damn careful at preventative measures. There’s no harm in taking the test. Hand one over.”

Sophie was quick to hand you a test along with the rest of the group before splitting off to the attached bathroom to your master suite room. You hadn’t even fought for the room when you moved in your sophomore year of college. Lu had been quick to announce that as the only one in a relationship Charlie would be over and they didn’t want a show.

The instructions were straight forward enough you had capped the test brought it the hallway to drop in the box held by Sophie. The camera catching everyone as they did so. Lu followed with their test followed by Alice, and you wandered back to your seat in the living room.

“Is there a reason you made us pee on sticks?” You inquired grabbing one of the decorative pillows Alice had bought. It was mostly Alice’s touch that brought the living room together with her minor in interior design.

“I thought it would be fun.” Sophie simply shrugged joining Lu on their couch, leaving Alice back in her seat.

The movie still paused as per Sophie’s request, so no one forgot about the tests waiting to be revealed. You had no clue why it mattered to not forget about them, as you had said before. Everyone had a pact to keep up on contraceptive, hell there’s a box near the hallway filled with condoms. Everyone just added a few to the box if it was lower than twenty squares.

“Okay.” Lu trailed off, clicking their fingers on the phone in their hands. Their attention is easily taken away from the game Sophie wanted.

Sophie was always jumping on trends on Tiktok, a few even before they became real trends, so this wasn’t anything new. Sophie even had a few viral videos on the app that sometimes took all her attention for a few hours. That being said, you weren’t overly scared about the outcome.

“Ooh, Charamader is calling.” Lu snorted leaning overseeing the cheesy photo of Charlie kissing your cheek. His contact photo in your phone had been taken by Luk as well.

“One moment.” You told Sophie with her wide eyes pointedly staring at the box on the coffee table littered with magazines, “It will be a second!”

Sophie waved you off to the kitchen where you clicked on the green button.

“Hey!” Charlie beamed from the kitchen on the apartment he shared with Owen during filming. His wide eyes crinkled by the grin he wore, “What’s new? How was that exam?”

“I think I did a lot better than I had expected.” You admitted to the Canadian guy brushing the hair away from his face. He had to recut to Luke’s style when filming for the new season happened.

“I told you!” Charlie cheered, flipping his gaze from his phone to the pan he was carefully inspecting, “How lucky am I? My girl is going to graduate with a fancy degree! I’ll be front row when it happens.” 

“Just as I will be right there when you win an Oscar.” You teased your boyfriend as Sophie loudly counted down from the living room. Charlie’s attention was drawn to the trio of your best friends waiting.

“Did I pull you away from something?” Charlie’s brown brows furrowed as he mentally went over the plans you had informed him of.

There wasn’t a single plan he remembered so he relaxed marginally when the fear of missing something faded.

“Sophie’s made us do this video for TikTok. We’re halfway through-“

“Hey Charlie, she’ll call you back. We had pregnancy tests to check!” Sophie interrupted ending the video call with your boyfriend.

Both Charlie and you frantically talking as Sophie ended the call with that bomb and not clarifying further on it. To take it further, the blue-haired beauty pocketed your phone as well to avoid her video being interrupted.

You had no doubt the Canadian actor was freaking the fuck out that you were taking a pregnancy test. If he was spamming your phone, Sophie wasn’t reacting to the vibrating other than to aggressively point over to the couch.

“Just text him,” Sophie grumbled throwing your phone back at you when the line formed between her eyebrows. The frustration of Charlie overcoming her excitement for the video.

“PREGNANCY TEST?” Charlie screamed as soon as you accepted his phone call, “Am I missing something?”

“Sophie wanted to do a video of Alice, Lu, her and I took one. We’re good.” You soothed the ruffled feathers of the male who released a gasp.

“Sophie, you gave me a heart attack. Holy shit, I just about knocked Owen unconscious.” The man in question was speaking, but you couldn’t hear the words he spoke, “What! I thought my girl needed me!”

“I’m Charlie but I won’t if I don’t end the call-“

“We can mute the call.” Charlie interrupted dancing on the balls of his feet with anticipation in his blood even if you had denied being pregnant, “This sounds like-”

“Nice try Gillespie. Y/N will call tomorrow, it’s roomie night.” Lu spoke before ending the call for you just like Sophie had, “AS much as I like the dude, this is getting interesting.”

You simply shared a look with Alice as Sophie expertly stationed the camera to get everyone, Alice was the one to shake the box again. Each of you was given a test to hold with snickers falling from lips. Lu’s hand ran through the recently chopped hair while Alice repositioned her body on the floor.

“Okay…one, two, three.” Sophie calmly spoke before flipping her test around. Everyone followed suit.

“Negative.” You informed the group. Lu was quick to announce the negative in her hand.

Sophie simply shook her head before everyone turned to Alice, “Alice?”

 The brunette pixie-haired girl stared at the test before she lunged for the box, “What’s a positive?”

“Why-“

“The test is positive!” Alice snapped shakily reading the instructions as she gripped the test in her hand. Her lips mouthed the words she read with a speed that greatly impressed you.

Everyone was huddled around her after Sophie had ended the video in pure shock, reading the test that very much said positive. Your lips parted in stunned silence sitting back on your heels just as Sophie did.

“Who’s test is it?!” Sophie exclaimed roughly running her hand over her face, “Holy shit.”

“Not mine.” Lu informed the group with a nervous smile on their face, “The last person I was with was Susan from Statistics.”

That left three people.

“Eliminate the options.” You breathed looking at Alice, “Wasn’t the last guy you were with a few weeks ago? Jas or something from-“

“Jasper from my Mythology course, but that was like four months ago! I’ve been swamped with classes and work.” Alice spoke with a small smile, “He was terrific. I should see if he’d like to grab a- “

“Not the time Alice!” Sophie screeched frantically looking around the room, “Oh my god, what about you?”

Sophie’s eyes came down on you with a pleading look in her eyes at this very sudden twist on her once innocent game. Your mind went over the last few months, but you were blanking at every opportunity.

“I can’t. Shit. I need to call Charlie.” You grumbled tapping the screen of the phone, “Alice, can you go grab a box of tests from the store? We used all of them.”

“-grab as many as possible!” Sophie cried, shaking in her slippers and cosy clothing. This was not how she had expected the night to go.

“I thought it was roomie night.” Charlie spoke as soon as the phone connected, “Something wrong?”

“When was the last night we had sex?” You inquired, leaving the man in Canada to choke on his beer.

In Vancouver sharing a beer with Owen with a film that had interested the pair playing Charlie hadn’t expected your call. Owen barely blinked at the interruption when the movie was fascinating, but he did turn when he heard Charlie choke.

“W-what?” Charlie coughed wiping his chin with the back of his hand, “Is this some weird part of a card game-“

“Charlie, when was the last time we had-“

“Jesus, I stayed the night before we left for the airport two months ago? We had a quickie in the bathroom at the airport as well.” Charlie scrunched his face recalling the lack of time he had been physical with you. His face turning red with Owen’s full attention on the flustered Canadian actor.

“Everything good?” Owen asked his best friend but only received a wave off.

“You sound scared. Is everything okay?” Charlie now demanded while your lips parted to ask if it was possible the condoms you used broke. The frantic breathing of Alice interrupted you, however.

Your e/c eyes found the pixie-haired girl leaned over, catching her breath with the box in her hands. Without thinking, your phone fell from your fingers as you lunged to the box with three tests. Alice had thought ahead and bought a box each for you and Sophie.

“Sophie’s waiting in the living room. Lu’s got her.” Alice softly told you both deaf to the two males on the phone, “I’ll be right here.”

“Thank you, Alice.” You choked marching into the bathroom, “If it’s me…I-“

 “If you’re the one pregnant, then this baby will be blessed if you decide to continue the pregnancy. If you don’t, I’m right here for you. If you’re not pregnant, we can do a couple shots.” Alice squeezed your hands unintentionally, sending Charlie into a frantic moment once more.

Your feet stopped suddenly remembering you hadn’t hung up the phone with Charlie, “Fuck.”

Alice, already reading the situation, tossed your phone to you with a smile as she sat on your bed. With a thankful one sent back, you entered the bathroom with your thumb, clicking the FaceTime button.

“This is the second time!” Charlie exclaimed scanning the background for one of your roommates, “I thought you weren’t pregnant!”

“So did I! Until one of four tests turned out positive, and now I have three more tests I need to pee on!” You exclaimed, “I jinxed us! I literally said how all of us are so good keeping up with preventative measures!”

“Apparently not as well.” Owen spoke, shoving his head over Charlie’s shoulder to see you with his kind smile, “Can you take three slow but deep breaths for me?”

With a few words coaching your breathing, you calmed down enough to mute the call and turn the phone to the ceiling for your privacy. Once the toilet was flushed, tests capped waiting on the counter, and your hands washed, you turned back to the call.

“What’re we gonna do Char?” You sobbed with a deep ache to be in his arms just as he felt the same, “We don’t live together! How can we do this!”

As Owen had led you through the calming breathing, Charlie had dug deep to calm down eternally for you. He found clarity even in the storm of being terrified and somewhat guilty, which he knew was misplaced.

“If you’re pregnant I’ll be there for you. No matter what, I will be there for you. If we keep the baby, we will rock parenting. We have friends and our family.” Charlie soothed you with his pretty hazel eyes glittering at you, “We’ve been together since we were eighteen. We’ve talked about marriage and kids.”

“Should I le-“

“You can stay.” You softly told Owen who squeezed Charlie’s shoulder while you sat in silence with Alice quietly sitting by your side.

Alice’s hand grabbed yours in comfort and support, waiting for the minutes to end and when they did you cried.

Separated in different countries you and Charlie took in the news that there was, in fact, a child on the way. Charlie’s lips parted in glee as he easily read the excitement in your facial expressions amid the fear.

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[ellohcee]

i will never continue this

"...David."

Gwen had just gotten home from work only to be beholden to this sight before her.

"Yes?"  He looks up innocently from his plate, fork still stuck in his salad.

"Am I going insane, or is there a bee sitting across from you?"  Gwen squints at the buzzing insect on the other side of the small table.  It- or he- waves at her before clicking his... tongue?  And pointing double fingerguns right at her.  

"His name is Jasper!"  David is far too cheerful over the statement as he gestures happily toward the bee in front of them.  "He's really sweet, you know-"

"David."  Gwen grabs him by the shoulders and forces him out of his seat.  She drags him out of the dining room, not before wagging her finger at the following bee and making the insect stay behind out of earshot.  As soon as they enter the next room, she turns back to the bright-eyed, still innocent looking man standing before her.  He speaks before she can get a word in.

"-Sweet like honey!  Get it?"  He giggles to himself as Gwen groans.  "Jasper said that about me, you know."

"David."  What little patience she had within her is immediately sapped out as she shakes him roughly.  "He is a bee!  A fucking bee!  Are you gonna tell me why the FUCK you're having dinner with a fucking BEE of all creatures!"

"Oh well," David stammers as Gwen continues to shake him, "y-you see, I'm going to h-help him sue the h-human race."

Gwen halts in her movements.

"You're trying.  To do.  What?"

"Sue the human race."  He holds his hands up in defense as he sees a familiar look of angry disbelief rise to her face.  "I'm trying to talk him out of it!  Honestly, it just seems like a grudge he has against this one beekeeper, so I'm trying to get him to see that he's just projecting a little bit?  That he's really just angry at this one person and-"

"David."  She takes a deep breath in.  A deep breath out.  And then she levels him with a glare.  "You.  Are.  A.  Florist!  Not a fucking lawyer!"

"I know!  I know."  He tries to placate her with a nervous grin, and it does nothing to soften her glare.  "But it's just- he has this kind of charm to him.  And he's really funny, and nice, and caring!  It really makes me wanna help him out, and plus he hangs around the shop and pollinates my flowers and keeps me company and-  He's just the nicest bee I've ever met!"

"He's the only bee you've ever met!"  Gwen throws her hands up in the air and groans.  "And why do you have him over for dinner?!"  

"Because he wanted to try human cuisine!"

"He's a fucking bee!"  She grabs his shoulders again to shake him.  "A bee, David!"

"Hey, is everything gravy in here?"  As if on cue, the now familiar bee flies into the room, looking from David to Gwen with a relaxed but concerned grin.  "I'm not interrupting anything important, am I?"

"No no, of course not!"  David tries to wave off Jasper's concern, much to Gwen's chagrin.  "We were just talking about your plan!"

"Oh yeah, I was hoping we'd talk about it more during dinner."  The bee lands easily on David's shoulder and leans against his neck.  "So I take it you're in on it too?"

"Define in on it."  Gwen crosses her arms and frowns.  "Suing the entire human race is impossible and unrealistic."

"Not with that kind of attitude."  Jasper snickers playfully as Gwen can feel her ire levels begin to increase.  "But Davey speaks mega highly of you, so I was thinking you could help us?"

"I really don't think I want to-"

"Please, Gwen, please?"  David catches her attention as he pleads with his eyes round and wide in a puppy-like way.  "You could help make things more reasonable!"

"Reasonable?  What-"  And then it clicks.  She looks at David’s pleading gaze and sighs in annoyance.  Of course he needs her help.  Idiot is too good at jumping to someone’s aid without thinking or planning.  "Oh.  Well, for starters, it'd be easier to start out small.  Focus on a particular group before moving onto larger things."  

"Laaame."  The bee rolls his eyes, and it takes all of Gwen's willpower not to squash him.  Seriously, what's this bee got that's got David so... like that?

"It'd be a whole lot less paperwork," she says slowly.  This gets the bee to pause for a moment.

"...Less paperwork?"

"Yeah."  She pinches the bridge of her nose as she ignores the fact that the bee knows what paperwork is.  "We start smaller, more manageable, and we deal with less paperwork."

"That sounds more... reasonable."  As the bee concedes, she can see David relax just a bit.  "I guess as long as that old fart gets his just desserts, that's what really matters in the end."

"I don't know what your deal is with this beekeeper, but I hope it's worth trying to sue someone over it."

"He's a bee owner," Jasper corrects, and there's a dark gleam in his eyes that makes Gwen realize how serious he is.  God, why is she having a conversation with a bee again?

"Yeah, whatever."  She tries to wave the conversation away because god, this is starting to drain the hell out of her.  "I came here for dinner, not a legal fucking party.  Unless you ate my share of the meal."

"Me?"  Jasper gestures to himself and shakes his head.  "Nah, that wouldn't be very bee-coming of me to do."

Auuuuuugh.

David giggles at the pun, because of course he does.  "Jasp, gosh!"

"What?  I can't help that I'm good at winging these."

"Oh my god please do not tell me you are going to continue with those shitty puns."  She shoves the two of them towards their sad excuse of a dining room and sits David back down in his seat before another pun slips out.  Jasper flies back to his own seat as Gwen quickly makes a plate for herself.  As she sits next to her roommate, David and Jasper resume whatever conversation they were having before she returned home.  She looks between David and Jasper.

None of it makes sense.

No, actually, it makes a little bit of sense.  They probably met at David's shop.  Probably accidentally hit it off since David's the kind of person to care about every creature that crosses his path.  And somehow, this bee wormed his way into David's heart.

Which is.

Okay, so she doesn't want to judge.  But she also kind of wants to.  Because it's weird right?  It's weird?  Whatever fucking vibe they got going on, it's weird, right?

God, is this going to be her life now?  Talking bees and a roommate who's apparently into said talking bees?

"Uh, Earth to Gwen?"  She would say that a tiny hand was being waved in front of her, but she can barely see Jasper himself as he perches on her nose and makes her go cross eyed.  "I was just saying, I hope you don't mind me crashing here for the night."

Sure.  Cool.  Fine.  Of course.

"Why not."

"Rad."  The bee flies off to land on David's shoulder, and oh God, this really is her life now, isn't it.  "Nice to meet ya, new roomie."

"Uh huh, yeah."

She needs a drink.

SCRIBBY. You did it. You let me forget all about this AND THEN YOU SLAP ME IN THE FACE WITH IT. Only a TRUE FRIEND DOES THAT SHIT. THANK YOU.

[delonidies]

Day one

[Author’s note: I’m not a great author, I write as a hobby. So what I post here will be the stories I feel most comfortable with. I hope you find my writing interesting. This is a short story which features two of my made-up characters; Xander and Jasper. I don’t plan on writing a series about them. Instead I’ll be writing short stories that aren’t in any specific order.]

Xander watched the cab disappear, as if it had took off with all his memories. When he couldn’t see the vehicle anymore he lifted his head up to catch a full glimpse of the building before him.  

This was it, he thought.

He inhaled and exhaled the cold air, somehow giving himself some courage.

He stepped inside the building, his suitcase carried behind him.

There was no elevator in that building, so the stairs were his only option. Lucky for him, his apartment was just on the first floor.

After a bit of a struggle he managed to get his suitcase and himself up a flight of stairs. There were two doors, one with a metal number 1 on it, the other with a metal number 2. Both the doors were wooden, painted a pale blue coat.

He reached into his pocket, taking out the key with a tag that read “Apt 2”. At first he was hesitant. He didn’t know what awaited him  behind that door. He knew he was going to have a roommate, whom he knew absolutely nothing about.

He shoved the key into the keyhole and pushed the door open.

It was a beautiful two bedroom apartment, furnished in a modern style. Overall, he really liked the apartment. But it wasn’t the apartment that worried him, but his new roommate.

He entered the apartment, dragging his suitcase behind him as he shut the door gently.

He glanced around.

Looks like he’s not here, he thought.

Suddenly he saw something spring out of nowhere in a jack in the box manner.

“SURPRISE!!! WELCOME ROOMIE!!!”

“AAAAAAAAAAHHH WHO ARE YOU-“, yelled poor Xander, not knowing whether to hold his racing heart or the jack in the box’s neck.

The other male laughed as he tapped Xander’s shoulder who was still in shock.

“I’m your new roommate you silly goose. I’m Jasper, I assume you’re Xander.”

Xander gave a quick glance at the other male, slowly letting go of his chest as he calmed down.

He had a messy hairdo, freckles on his cheeks, and had a toothy smile, which scared Xander. He seemed like one of those Hyperactive kids you can never get a hold of at daycare.

“It’s.. Alexander, but you can call me Xander too I guess..”, he said trailing it off with an annoyed and skeptical   look.

“Alexander.. Xander.. same thing, BUT if you’d like me to call you Xander then I will.”

Xander just stood there. He didn’t utter a single word. He couldn’t utter a single word. He was finding it hard to believe that he had to live with the lunatic in front of him, or at least until his lease is due.

“Why are you standing there ? C’mon buddy, Let’s get your things sorted.“, said Jasper as he pulled Xander by his arm, causing him to almost trip on the rug beneath his feet.

“Well”, sighed Xander as he threw himself on his bed, after Jasper was done showing him every nook and cranny of that apartment and telling him all about his life and chattering all sorts of nonsense.

“One  down, Many more to go, Xander”, he told himself as he  groaned and closed his eyes, hoping  he would wake up from this nightmare.  

[dndfuckhouse]

Session 38.5 / Part Two

Before We Leave the City I Have A Few Things To Say....

FEATURING

The party Idle and Psalm Bothers Finn - 3/14 📚 📜

Finn and Ioren’s Date - 3/20 💙🦇

Post Nut Clarity At The Inn - 3/25 ����👦

Psalm and Finn Roomie Awkwardness - 3/27 🔮🦇

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The Helpful Timeline Diagram

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The party Idle and Psalm Bothers Finn - 3/14 📚 📜

After a peaceful night of sleep the party all rise again the next morning intermittently. Though Cimmorro in particular passed out in Willow and Duram’s room in the latters bed, kicked out by him when the two headed off to work in the morning. Cimmorro finds himself slinking back to his shared room with the girls.

Cimmorro: “hiii, ladies. good morning...? at least i think it's still morning....!" he greets the two with a little scrunched smile as he heads over his bed to check his items under it, jasper also comes trotting after him. Han: han is excitedly show-and-telling keva about the whip she bought, and then pauses when cimm comes in "morning, you drunk" with a smirk  Keva: keva's still lying in bed on her side while entertaining han's show and tell. she shifts her head a bit to look at cimm briefly and mumbles "morning" before giving her attention to jasper padding in Cimmorro: he gives you both a nod but with han he snorts. "what, can't a guy have fun from time to time? pffft." he sprawls his stuff across his bed, at this point han and keva are used to seeing him do since he seems so obsessed with keeping track of his things every day... he gives another look over at what the two are so busy with and asks "whatcha got there? Han: still smirking, like she knows smth u dont "sure you can" she shows off the whip "i run errand past weapon shop, decided to look about again, saw this cool thing..." she gives it a test crack against the wall and then poses like catwoman w it "looks fun" >:) Psalm: camera pans to psalm like gawd I am bored out of my mind today Han: JsjehtjJSHEHDAGDJDMSNNDF

Keva: while han and cimm talk, keva takes an arm out from under her blanket and lowers her hand for jasper Jasper: she seems to be in a good mood and goes over to sniff your hand before meowing.... maybe she is greeting good morning Keva: keva moves her knuckles to gently stroke the top of jaspie's head uuuuuu Jasper: she lets you and even leans against it 🐱

Cimmorro: he merely shakes his head amused at han's initial joshing but at her performance he goes 'oooo' then 'ack' at the whip. "that's... well it does look cool but do you really need another one of those when you already have.... those other stuff" if her weapons are in the room his hands will gesture towards them Han: "gotta have your exits covered" computing what she herself just said "or something like that. bad bow can be brittle, good to carry backup" shrugs Cimmorro: "i mean... i hear you, sister... but err..." perhaps he shouldn't be so vocal about how he thinks it's excessive, he thinks. "just seems like a handful. i wonder if they'll point it out on the airship..." 🤔 Han: hans whole demeanor droops a bit "huh? would they?? why..?" :( Cimmorro: he scrambles a bit not meaning to ruin the mood. "a-ahh, well i'm not too sure myself, i haven't been on one! though maybe because it seems dangerous? but also extra weight on board i imagine must be risky..." he tries to continue on a more peppy note "but then again they let duram an willow on!! you saw how much shit they were carrying!" Han: 🤔 thinks for a couple moments then shrugs "guess we'll find out" ehe Cimmorro: he goes 🤔 too. "could ask plum to put it in their bag..." Han: "oh, yes, maybe that" :3 "though u wanna keep a weapon close...." shes doing big math in her brain rn Cimmorro: "goddess, yeah. can never be too safe. 😩 " the past few weeks have not been kind, he thinks. Keva: keva pulls her arm back into the warmth of her bed "what happens if they don't let the weapons on? will they make her throw some away or smth?" Han: she gasps dramatically Cimmorro: "hmm.... maybe?" he crosses his arms in thought. "that seems a bit rude though... maybe they'd just confiscate it until the end of the ride? i should ask willow for airship protocols..." Han: han is muttering to herself, counting on her fingers "i guess i could keep that...... and that one.... give plum that...." Keva: she looks at han and says "sword to your neck, you can only keep 3, which ones" Han: "i would like to see someone try and cut me" she flexes Cimmorro: cimm just snorts Keva: "that's not-- never mind" Cimmorro: "aw cmon you gotta try harder" Keva: "i don't actually care" Cimmorro: he rolls his eyes and shakes his head. "so stuffy, you are. you can just ask her what her favorites are" Han: unsure who that comment was for han flexes harder, though picking up on the vibes "did you mean something?" 😓 Keva: "don't worry about it" Han: "favourite what?" >:T Cimmorro: cimms gonna start going over back to his bed and messing with all the shite.... if han and keva paid attention to him the last couple of weeks of doing this everyday they'd probably notice new things now "weapon, that's basically what she asked you in other words" Han: "oh... OOH.. i understand now" 🤯 "ummm the longbow we picked up, and my molot and kinzhal" she shakes the single metal dagger n hammer on her hip n thigh Cimmorro: he turns to your direction again curious of those names but sees you shake them and makes a face that's like 'oohh i see' and nods. "interesting names. they do look special" Han: han will let that sit for a moment and then swerve from the topic entirely "is that stuff u got from secret ball room? anything fancy? actually now that i remember, i got scroll from ball last time........" she start going thru her shit for it Keva: keva props herself up onto her elbows hearing that cimm took stuff from the palace and looks in interest now Cimmorro: "oh these? yeah i guess. kavach got em. it's a necklace that lets you breath anywhere, even underwater! and a wand that finds secret doors and traps?" he dons a thoughtful pose as he goes thru what kavach explained. "you found something from the ball too?" Han: "ye, before greenie stabbed vinny" she fishes out a scroll out of her back "here, i dunno what to do with stuff like this" @ necklace and wand "hoooo, thats useful" :O Cimmorro: "oh THAT ball? wow...' he curiously takes the scroll from han and unrolls it, squinting as he tries to get a read of it..... Keva: "you stole things from the palace and you got on my case about it?" Cimmorro: "they were just on a table, conveniently. 😗 " trying to act innocent Keva: she just scoffs before properly sitting up, though keeps her blanket wrapped around her and reveals amos hiding underneath there in the process

Cimmorro quickly eyeballs the scroll, identifying it as a spell scroll for the lightning lure cantrip.

Cimmorro: it's for a low tier spell, lightning lure. it works sorta like a whip too. how funny you got one today" he snickers as he hands it back with care Han: "keep it, i dunno how to use that" Cimmorro: he looks a little surprised "oh... you sure? it's actually quite easy. you should be able to do it with ease since you already do some spells of your own, no?" Han: she shrugs "maybe you can teach me, i never used any scrolls before. until then, keep it" Cimmorro: ".... alright, if you say so. i can teach you whenever you guys feel like putting me in that archery trial or something. hah” Han: 😇 "yeah, need to teach some self defense..." fufufu.. Cimmorro: " 👼 i actually have some stuff to give to you too, but it's not as nice as a spell scroll, sorry" he laughs a little sheepishly as he goes over to grab the bedroll and rope and hands them to han "the rope well i don't have any use for it and seems like a waste to throw away... you're a handsy person so i thought you'd be able to use it. and the bedroll, well, i just hate seeing you sleep on the floor. maybe you can get another to complete your size?" Han: "oh shit, fuck ye, what do you mean not as useful as scroll, its way more useful!! are you sure about bedroll though..? you already got me one, i can just carry one extra i guess" Cimmorro: cimm laughs a little at han's enthusiasm but also just bonks himself now that han reminded him he bought her one "oh, that's right. i completely forgot. L O L. you can keep it though. i don't think i'll have any use for it, not any time soon." he reaches for something in his pocket as he speaks "there's also one of these i wanted you to have. i had extra and it reminded me of you. said you were a ram... and i know it's not one buuuut..." he shrugs and hands you one of the lucky charms that's like a sheep.| Han: she immediately gets abububu teary eyed "AH... ITS LITTLE METAL SHEEP.... its so cute... what do i do with it" staring at it like 🥺 Cimmorro: he goes like O_O at han getting emotional but smiles "i got it in a pack of lucky charms! it should give you good fortune.. maybe safety... maybe you can attach it to something like your belt?" Han: >_<,, she think real hard where she can put it to keep it safe

Psalm: at that point Psalm knocks on the door, "Cimmoro, you in?" Cimmorro: he turns to psalm by the door mildly surprised. "yo?" Han: han goes hi psalmyyy Keva: keva tilts her hand a little to eye psalm Psalm: he waves at han like :y he just looks at cimm and then at the others like "Are you busy..? I wanted to ask you a quick question" Cimmorro: he turns to psalm while waiting for han, "yeah, nah. hit me. what is it? you asking me to room with you now?" he laughs

Keva: keva asks in a half-joking tone "will you carry some of my things for me?” Han: "ye? duh" Keva: she kinda furrows her brows in surprise or rather disbelief "seriously?"  Han: she shrugs "i mean like, it would probably be better for everyone to carry their own weight etcetera etcetera, but i can carry quite a lot, and yall look weak, so...." she shrugs and gives a smile Keva: she squints a little at the looking weak comment but decides it's not worth fighting if it means she can carry less on her back. she starts to dig thru her things, haphazardly pulling things out as she looks for what she wants to shed.

Han was handed: [ 11 lbs. ]

a crowbar

a hammer

10 pitons

a hooden lantern

10 ft of string

a bell

5 candles

Han: han stares at this stuff wondering if she should say what she has copies off then shrugs and collects it all into her bag, trying to find a place to seperate her stuff from kevas stuff, han weighs her bag "yea, no problem" Cimmorro: cimm too busy pestering psalm to even notice all the things keva's handing over otherwise he'd be like wtf Keva: anime comedy scene where keva hands increasingly large things to han while cimm and pslam don't notice

Keva: while keva's shoving her things back into her backpack she stops when she picks up the jar of treats she bought and gives a bit to amos and jasper Jasper: jasper happily getting on your bed now to enjoy some nyom nyom... Han: han goes back to playing with the sheep charm, thinking where shes gonna put it...

Psalm: "Right, I was budgeting for the trip and realised I need to account for your supposed expensive alcohol taste. Give me a figure." Keva: psalm can hear a snort as keva pulls out the crowbar to hand to han Cimmorro: "haha, well... hmm i'd have to think. i do like those fancy vintage wines .... ☺ safe to say around 100g but because i'm oh so nice i'm willing it be 70." he looks incredibly amused Psalm: he’s just like ughh too many rich boys in this party in his head but he just nods Cimmorro: cimm's like teehee "don't worry i'd let you try a glass, i'm not that awful. 👼 " Psalm: "You're too kind." Cimmorro: " 😗 how's your budgeting going? we were just talking about the airship trip a while ago too" while he talks he's gonna go back over to pick up the healer's kit he has and gives it to keva. "aaand this one's for you ^_^ everything is well kept and sanitized" Keva: keva looks up at the kit and then at cimm with surprise "i, don't know how to use this" Cimmorro: his ^_^ doesn't really fade "yes, i'm aware. i'll teach you through it, remember? so keep it clean! otherwise it'd be worthless. that's your first lesson. keep your kits sanitized!" Keva: after a bit of hesitation keva takes to kit and quietly says thank you, then carefully putting it away into her pack Cimmorro: he’s just like :y and continues pestering psalm

Psalm: " Eh, not really one to travel with too much especially since I don't need to carry weapons. Once I can buy food..." he shrugs. Cimmorro: "ah right... convenient weapon of smoke" he nods "i do believe my mentor mentioned that the airship provides food for its passengers." Psalm: "Great, maybe I can get you your 100g vintage after all /s" Cimmorro: harharhar. but nope, the deal was to treat each other to drinks. free stuff doesn't really count" Psalm: "I mean, I can save money not having to buy food." Cimmorro: "oh. you're right! that's good for you then, and for me! i'll be claiming that genuine 100g wine." not sarcastic Psalm: "Yeah, yeah." <---- has absolutely 0 intentions of buying it for Cimmorro Cimmorro: he's squinting his eyes at you rn "oh after i saved your life you can't even have the heart buy a pal a drink....." he tries to act hurt now Psalm: "I didn't say I wasn't getting it.".. Cimmorro: "your face says it all...." Psalm: He points at himself with fake shock like "? No way." @ keva "And you? You don't drink right." Keva: keva looks up from planting amos on jasper’s head again “no but you can still buy me smth” ^_^ Psalm: "I'm not planning to get out of it, no worries."

As Keva eyes him she can tell he has zero plans on getting out of buying her a drink, which pleases her.

Cimmorro: cimm eyes han for a bit, amused. "still have a hard time thinking where to put it? we can make it a dangling charm with some ribbon or chain perhaps?" Han: she jumps a lil out of her stupor "oh, ye, i was thinking i get small chain... make necklace, i dont want it to get in way of bowstring..." Cimmorro: "oh yeah huh, you can make a really short chain then! surely you can find some affordable chains from metal smiths...." he's just happy han is enjoying the charm Han: GRIPS THE SHEEP........... PLAN MADE....

Han: "will you buy me something too" zoned out too hard to follow conversation but she knows bullying when she hears it Cimmorro: "yea you should get han something too <3" Psalm: he just narrows his eyes at cimmorro "Sure. Don't see why not." Han: 😄 “yeeeey" Cimmorro: he sticks his tongue out, then waves off the air like whatever and more seriously goes like "have you inquired finnian about the contract?" Psalm: "Hmm haven't gotten the chance yet." Cimmorro: his mouth kinda just twists in a way thats like 'man.....' he really wants to know Psalm: "Once I find out you'll be the first to know." Cimmorro: he looks pleased by that and just :3 Han: "what contract?" Cimmorro: "remember that thing we signed for the barvottes?" Han: "oh, yeah, what about it?" Cimmorro: "i brought up again the fact that it was blank. though vorde mentioned it was for safety purposes. so magically infused is what i would assume." Han: "oh, ye, i remember..... you think finn knows something about that? he seems kinda clueless." . . . "no offense" shrugs Keva: keva grumbles “watch the contract say smth that he didn’t mention to us before we signed it” Han: han laughs "he barely said anything as it is" Cimmorro: he just sighs bc some employers do like to play sneaky like dat... "haha i mean i'm not gonna defend finn but he's also the only person we ask until we meet up with vorde" he looks at keva "actually, you don't suppose your.... friend? knows about it?" Keva: she thinks on this a moment "i don't know... i didn't think to ask at the time Han: "well, if he does something we dont wanna do, we can beat his ass" mimes punching "altho i like vorde, i wouldnt wanna beat his ass" ._. Keva: keva makes a face at this, but it's quick and easy to miss Cimmorro: he laughs at that. "i've never been to antessa, so i can't even imagine what waits for us there. let alone nobles being involved." he frowns "i'm only hoping it's something that i can actually learn from and not something incredibly trivial that nobles can't figure on their own. you know how they can be.... wait ???? you like him? why? you just said he barely tells us shit" Han: "ummm.... i dunno. just feeling, after talking to him...... plus i asked him too to keep ear out for my siblings, so it would be pity" 😅 Cimmorro: "oh you did? how.... nice of him huh."  he 🤔 Keva: "you don't think he might just be saying those things so we'll go along with whatever he wants us to do for him?" Han: han doesnt look at anyone but gets a lil more 😰 over this Cimmorro: "i wouldn't say i hate the guy but i certainly don't trust him. and it's best be careful out here....” he's like :/ "i don't blame you for shooting your shot, but keva has a point too.... don't buy into the sweet talks too easily. " Han: “i mean, he wasnt particularly sweet about it or nothing... but, you right" chews her lip Cimmorro: he gives han a quick pat on the head...  must be hard to not be able to trace her siblings so he understands Keva: keva plays with amos and jasper on her bed absent-mindedly, wondering if there was anything orin didn't tell her about the job with the barvottes...

Han: "no clue" 😄 (re noble trivialities) Cimmorro: ".... finn isn't enough of an example?" Han: processing ".... oh thats bad" 😃 smile of fear "saffine wasnt like that tho, maybe there is hope" 😤 Cimmorro: "you're right though she seemed delightful. hoping you two hit it off well the rest of the night (lol)" Han: han gives cimm a lecherous grin Cimmorro: he just fucking laughs???? like wow really REALLY hit it off "seems like you had fun. good for you ^_^"

Cimmorro: cimm watches keva play with the pets for a bit and goes like "well, enough of that downer talk, it's so early in the morning so let me show you something" he picks up jasper and puts her new pack on enthusiastically goes like tadaaaaa showing her off to them while jasper's like 🐱❓ on his lap Keva: keva just kinda stares for a bit before letting out an amused scoff "are you making your cat carry your things for you, too?" Cimmorro: "cmon, why is that your immediate thought? can't she just look cute like she's going to school?" he pouts Han: "o, she does look like lil kids running around here" 🥺 hans like ok that shit cute af u pass Keva: keva just snorts with a smile while looking at jasper Cimmorro: cimm's like O_O "you think so? yeasss... well keva's not that wrong to assume, jasper can carry stuff in it... she will have the rest of the lucky charms and her treats. amos can fit in it, quick put him in" Keva: amos' cartoon wide eyed look of fear Cimmorro:

Keva puts Amos into one of the backpacks small pockets, burying himself inside quickly.

Cimmorro: jasper is just sniffing around and trying to check whats going on a little confused until cimm says "give him a little ride, won't you? don't fly yet though" and she just meows as she starts walking around the room

Eventually after a bit of walking around Amos’ head emerges to peek about curiously. The group watch them toddle around the room thoroughly enraptured.

Cimmorro: "surely now you're sold to the concept of my jasper carrying things. 😏 " Keva: keva's got an elbow on her knee and supporting her head as she watches the two with amusement... at cimm's smirk she laughs a little like "yeah yeah yeah"

After watching Keva and Cimmoro fiddle around with their respective pets for a bit, Psalm returns to his room as the three continue to idle around for a bit. The man finds himself resolutely determined to avoid having to pay 100g for a drink, but that's a problem for another day.

Upon returning to their room, he notices Finn's coffin still shut which is.... not unusual, nor is it, usual, because Psalm has no fucking clue what the guy's sleeping schedule is actually like despite their rooming together. He wants to talk to him though... he briefly wonders if he’s asleep inside.

Do vampires just... lay in their coffins when they're not asleep? Unfortunately, questions are never answered by waiting around for your vampire roommate to wake up, and so Psalm does the only thing he can think of to do while operating with a sleep deprived brain after a second night of mild drinking: He kneels down and knocks softly on Finn's coffin.

Psalm: "Hey, Finn," he says quietly, "you asleep in there?" Finn: the next thing psalm hears is an audible thud, followed by soft groaning, followed by an obviously sleepy "....yes....well, not anymore. i suppose." inside finns still rubbing his forehead. hopefully psalm wouldn't ask him about that. that might be more embarrassing than whatever conversation they were having last night he thinks. "what time is it?" Psalm: Psalm hears him hit his head and just kind of winces internally before saying, "Oh, right, bit obvious in retrospect sorry. It's still morning." At least he thinks it is anyways. Finn: "ah... mm.." he thinks about opening his coffin to talk to psalm but decides to give it a few more minutes. he must look terrible having woken up so suddenly. "blinds still closed right?" Psalm: "Of course." Finn: "right....good" about a minute of contemplating simply going back to sleep without another word finn decides to get it together and lifts the lid of his coffin up a little bit to peek out at psalm "did someone ask for me?" Psalm: Psalm just taps lightly on the coffin during that minute because that's a whole minute of silence "Well, not exactly. I wanted to ask you something. But if you want to go back to sleep it can wait." Finn: finn finds himself somewhat disappointed by the answer. he should be glad all things considered that psalm wanted to talk to him about something. but really; after everything having gone wrong he'd rather someone else was just looking for him. "im awake now in any case" he opens the lid fully and sits up "and knowing that you want to ask me something will have me too curious" Psalm: "It's nothing that grand, I actually wanted to ask about your Uncle." Finn: finn raises an eyebrow "what about him?" Psalm: "He made us sign a contract before we agreed to work for him, but the contract itself was blank. I don't want to cast any suspicious on your Uncle or anything, but I was wondering if you knew anything about why he hired us? Just so I can be better prepared really." Finn: finn tilts his head curiously. if he cant have what he wants, why should psalm? he doesnt think to say it outright though, for reasons unbeknownst to himself. "all that i know is that theres nothing you need to prepare for. quite literally. you simply need to arrive with me and itll work itself out." Psalm: Psalm kind of expected this answer honestly so he's not really bothered/let down by it, although Cimmorro's definitely not gonna be happy about this...he really hopes it doesn't start another argument between the two of them "I guess I'll just have to trust you that I didn't sign over my eternal soul or something. Although Ghester probably owns that already at this point, who really knows." Finn: finn gives a sensible chuckle in response "amusing. perhaps ill be around to find out about that." he then waves psalm off "jokes aside, if it were something so pleasant do you think i would've resisted drawing cimmorros blood for so long? i wish i owned that pest just so i could ruin him." Psalm: "Oh true, the golden opportunity right there albeit kind of concerning. He'll probably not be happy with your answer though, which works out for you I'm sure." Finn: finn snorts. "as much as i lament my own looping back to him, it seems he cant stop thinking about me either. how cowardly of him to send you though." he has to smile about it "to avoid such conversation in the future though... simply measure by that. as long as cimmorro stays intentionally unharmed i wield no such power over you, unfortunately" Psalm: "I was about to say, you mentioned him completely unprompted." Psalm holds up his hand to his mouth and covers it (kind of like an ojou sama anime character but without the laugh the visual is important here bc he's making fun of finn) before saying "if I didn't know any better I'd almost say you liked him. Except I know better so, you know. And you're kind of right in that regard, he actually said something similar about ruining your life just yesterday to me," Psalm snorts, "but I guess as long as he's still breathing I'll assume we're in the clear." Finn: finn rolls his eyes at psalms joke and waves him off, although a little more flippantly. "is that so? ruin my life... hah. as if he could. wretched baseborn scum" a sigh "ah but perhaps youll tell him that, wont you? that i like him? ultimately i care not for what you choose to share" Psalm: Psalm wrinkles up his face at the baseborn comment but doesn't comment. "Nah I wouldn't do that, that sounds like a headache waiting to happen and I'm not you guys' proxy."  Finn: finn raises his eyebrows and laughs a little "your reporting of his words and running his errands could've fooled me" Psalm: "Hey, this was for my own curiosity. And you brought him up first ^_^" Finn: "surely" he leans back a little and starts inspecting his nails "whether i brought him up first or not, im unable to share more about the contract. i know no more than you do. uncle vorde hasn't instructed me, so i know there's no need for you to be instructed either"

Psalm eyes him for truthfulness but gathers he’s not lying and is content with that fact for the moment.

Psalm: he's like alright! Keva: incredible Psalm: thank you for being so truthful with me finn maybe we should fuck after all ! Finn: FDGISDMJILOFDGHJNDSFÖP;ÄKGDFHDSFULIÖMDGFHÄ:FG Keva: this is how finn can still score Finn: off to yaoi fantasyland we go

Psalm: "Alright, well, thanks. I appreciate it all the same." Finn: finn quickly lets his mind wander to their vile cleric, lest he'll laugh. "ive no reason to be dishonest after all" he looks up from his nails "was there anything else you needed?"  Psalm: "No, that's all. I won't interrupt your nap(?) any further." Finn: "im glad to have been of service, then. if youll excuse me..." he gives a friendly wave before shutting his coffin, going back to sleep...

Finn and Ioren’s Date - 3/20 💙🦇

Finn rises properly a few hours later, donning his heavy clothes to go souvenir shopping with his cousin, purchasing a few things for himself as well. After the two wave their farewells for the time being, Finn feels the urge to go bother Ioren and to see if the man would still be interested in spending time with him even after their dance at the ball.

He approaches the palace without thinking, walking up to the closed gates where a pair of guards give him a curious glance and ask as to why he’s attempting to visit the place.

Finn: finn feeling suddenly very aware of how vain it is for him to come to iorens work place for this... he clears his throat. "im looking for a guard by the name of ioren, directly under sir emericks command. would you permit me to steal a moment of his time? :| " Guardsman A: two guards look at each other then back at you before one asks "what'cha need him for?" the other one scratching their chin thinking Finn: "i believe i have something of his that id like to return to him. i insist on doing so personally..." he pulls his scarf up ever so slightly "... for ioren has personally come to my aid on several occasions" by god what is he saying.. Guardsman A: the guard looks at you through their helmet like 'okay ....' Guardsman B: the other one speaks snapping their fingers "ah. the tall tiefling right, blue curled horns." they turn to speak to the other one "i think their regiment's usually sent out of the palace, or like the patrol with the ehhh..." they wave their arms to convey something vague they cant be bothered to find the words for to the other guard, who seemingly understands it Finn: finn looks confused between the two guards, but hes glad that one of them recognizes ioren at least. he stares at the guard who gestures vaguely though "how unfortunate. would you happen to know when they'll return?" Guardsman B: they look back over at you "huh? oh no i mean im pretty sure they're off today actually. could probably catch him at that inn if hes out. whats it called again? meraa goes there too" Guardsman A: the other guard thinks "the long roast? yeah, most of youse frequent the place" they shrug "beer's kind of shit though" Guardsman B: "yeah but its in decent walking distance and cheap" they emphasize the cheap point very dramatically Finn: "o-oh" he blinks in surprise, feeling the urge to pull his scarf up again and his hat down in embarrassment but listens intently. "in decent walking distance you say? if you could point me in the general direction, im sure ill find my way"

The guards point Finn in the same direction, remaking that the building has a big brown sign out the front. Finn gives his thanks and quickly scuttles off in search of it in the business district.

He quickly stumbles upon the inn in question, nestled amongst the many others of the city. This ones got alot of outdoor seating it seems, he spies a number of people enjoying the afternoon air and starting an evening of being sloshed early. As he squints his eyes eyes he spots Ioren seated at one of the tables further out, laughing with a mug in his hands with a few others at the same table.

Finn: the relief finn feels as he spots ioren is immediately replaced by dread as he realizes his target isnt alone... well, why would he be alone? a bit foolish of finn to think that everyone's as lonely as he is. maybe these were the real trials of socializing uncle vorde talked about. maybe this would be crucial to his development........he would have to approach this the only way he knew how to. he walks up to the table iorens seated at and makes sure hes within the guys field of vision "oh, ioren what a lovely coincidence to see you here! my apologies for interrupting but i didn't want to walk by without at least saying hello..." he takes a glance to see if he recognizes any of the people iorens with Ioren: he turns curiously as you call his name, it takes him a few moments but he seems to recognise you after staring at your face a while "hmmm? ohhh it's you under there, back to the all consuming jackets now that were out of party mode i see" he says it humorously Marn: marn is seated next to him as well giving you a wave, though you dont recognise anyone else here Finn: finn gives a weak laugh and pulls his scarf down a tiny bit "unfortunately" he didnt think itd be hard for him to be recognized, hes so used to the vengaboys knowing "hopefully ill get to rid myself of some of them soon.." he gives marn a friendly wave back, as well as the rest of group. after seeing that everyones in casual clothes he remembers he has to keep playing dumb a little more "is today your day off?" the question is vaguely aimed at @ ioren and marn Ioren: he nods "bet sunny days are unbearable, though maybe you just run cold like ice" he laughs and replies in a sing song voice after regarding work "yep~ we've been going overtime lately frankly" Marn: she agrees with a nod "most of the cleanups getting taken care of by others at least, but were back at it tomorrow" the rest of the table groans at the reminder  including ioren, she laughs at the reaction Finn: finn merely nods at that, not feeling the need to explain his sun allergy for now. he laughs lightly when nearly everyone groans at the mention of work. "youd better make the most of today in that case..." he gestures vaguely "would you mind having me for a little? next rounds on me of course ^__^" Ioren: "ooooh? well how can we refuse such a generous offer" he scoots over a little while grinning to give you space to sit next to him Marn: she pipes up after with a grin "careful they'll grab the most expensive thing on the shelf now" Finn: finn feels a bit stupid for being excited to sit next to ioren. if only katrinas lesson had stuck with him. he mumbles some apologies as he squeezes in, the layers making it a little more difficult to get seated properly. he playfully waves marn off with a smile though "that is quite alright... a small price to pay to put you in good spirits id say" the working class did need to feel a bit of joy every now and then to properly perform their duties after all, he knows this.

The whole table gives a raucous 'woo!' as they all order a round of some high end looking blue coloured ale, soon enough they're brought over and knocked back with glee

Ioren: he looks at you after a few sips as the chatter as the table goes on "you need to get anything done today or is drinking in the afternoon perfectly fine for the rest of your plans?" Finn: finn gives a playful smile as he lazily swirls his glass that he hasn't figured out how to get rid of quite yet "ive had quite the eventful day already, so that is perfectly fine" he lifts the glass to his lips and pretends to take a small sip, but its just really coating his lips "not that id mind getting up to anything else though" peering from over the glass "is that all you plan on doing for today though?" Ioren: "busy so early?" he laughs as he takes another sip "i dont plan anything on my days off, I'm usually laying around if im not here" he waves his free hand around lazily "i do enough thinking ahead on the clock, espionage really takes it out of you" Finn: "its not easy to keep my family satisfied" he sighs dramatically "i dont think you saw her at the ball but i invited my cousin here and took her out today to see the town" he quirks an eyebrow at the espionage comment though "has anything important come up since... you know? or does clean up also require espionage?" Ioren: he nods his head "oh yeah i saw her, long purple hair we left her chattering with emerick" he snickers at the thought "brag about the sights of our beautiful city would ya? hehe, though hmm nothing fun for me to share, i was speaking more... in a general sense. it's pretty amusing they throw our regiment a lot of them tasks when emerick's so......" he ponders the thought a moment "un-delicate? though he's doggedly loyal to the cause, i doubt he even spent this whole day at home he's probably itching to get back in uniform already" Finn: "right, i did introduce her... she found shorewater to be..." he smirks playfully and supports his head with his hand against the table "adequate." the the way ioren describes emerick has him snorting though. how uncommon... they could use people like him back home. "it seems sir emericks no good for relaxation... if i recall correctly, my cleric invited him out for a date at the beach just the other day. i wonder if he mentioned that to you?" Ioren: he tilts his head playfully "damn only adequate? beautiful ocean views cant be beat i'd say" he raises a brow at the new information though "nope, he's not really one to discuss his personal life though" he blinks afterwards as if recalling something and grins lopsidedly "makes sense why he was so tense then, when he saw you all again when you came rummaging around down in the bone" he snorts "ohhh man, that's funny, he's like a blushing maiden" Finn: "i did mention shes hard to please, no? i on the other hand... am a little more lenient in such matters.." he stares at ioren intently for a moment before gesturing vaguely with his free hand, playful smile still on "oh, certainly" he leans in a little and speaks a little more quietly "as far as i know they were quite intimate that day... but i shouldn't be revealing so much of your superiors private life, should i?" he looks at ioren as if to say lest? Ioren: he gives a guttural laugh at the idea and waves his hand in front of his face quickly "AHAHA no way no way, i don't believe it! emerick keels over if anyone so much as glances at him flirtatiously-" he cuts himself off as he suddenly puts something else together "wait you said the beach right? i remember we all saw him walk past in soaked breeches grumbling to the air the other day. did he actually keel over right into the sea?" ioren is captivated by the tale he's spun for himself as he glances at you like hmmm? Finn: how delightful that his endless lies should bring such joy not only to finn himself. he watches the man laugh and process the tale laid out before him, meeting his glance before leaning in so close that he can whisper into iorens ear "now i wont vouch for what exactly they got up to in the water but my cleric came bragging to me about how hes had the pleasure of taking in your captains nude form... helping him dress and dry up after... strenuous activity" he puts a little distance between the two of them again "ridiculous, isnt it? but if i can give our cleric credit for anything it is his ability to charm even the most reserved of maidens..." Ioren: he puts a hand to his mouth and snickers even harder "ahhhh! oh b-boy -what'd he do to the poor guy?" he starts dramatically wiping tears from his eyes as he calms himself down from further laughing fits, taking another sip from his drink "i can guarantee you anything that occurred was outside of his control, that maidenhood isn't getting besmirched anytime soon" Finn: ioren: no bitches for emerick anytime soon Han: emerick "i wont lose my virginty bc i never lose" Chip: NO BITCHES?

Finn: finn dramatically gestures "that i cannot say... but perhaps he was right to accept such an offer from our cleric... hes quite good at taking charge" he has to laugh a little himself as he goes on "a shame we're leaving shorewater soon though. im sure he couldve done a lot more for sir emerick..." he thinks for a moment.. good, hes made the man laugh and kept a normal conversation going but he needed to make a move already. finn decides the best course of action is to lean against iorens shoulder and observe his reaction to that. "what about you then? are you so protective of your maidenhood as well or are you simply maidenless?" Ioren: he chokes a little on his drink before raising a brow at you while smirking "....well, the heroes of the city sure seem to get around huh? i'm not one to brag about my exploits myself y'see" he leans in towards you almost amused while glancing down where you're leaning on him, speaking quieter "dunno if i'd brag about how i could bag a guys boss before making a go at him though, bit of a turn off" Finn: not often in his life did he consider death by sunlight but he'd allow himself this one moment. hed just have to throw his hat away and itd be over. how comforting. "th-thats not what i... im not..." he squeezes iorens arm out of nervousness, voice going up in pitch "dont misunderstand, i merely meant to entertain you... youre the one i danced with, the one i have that special memory with... youre on- on my mind" admitting that ioren is on his mind is embarrassing enough, so theres no way he can keep looking at the man Ioren: he seems genuinely surprised at finn's sudden shift in demeanor and admission, he awkwardly rubs his neck with his other hand and speaks after a cough "i uh- didn't mean it that seriously" he smiles again though, amused "... kinda funny how hard you were trying to sound like savant just now, but now you're all nervous." he snickers good naturedly "i mean i kind of figured you were hamming it up, but it's fun seeing you honest, on your mind was i hmmmmm?" he leans on you pulling his arm out of your grip and putting it around your shoulders instead, tilting you in the opposite direction while smirking  Finn: finn feels like throwing up, suddenly everythings too hot and uncomfortable. now he was the one acting like his maidenhood has never been besmirched... and because of some guard no less. the tone hes being spoken to in is bad enough as is, but the arm around his shoulders makes him nauseous. finns face is red all over and in a weak attempt to hide it he pulls his hat down dramatically. "y-yes you were..." his own tone hasnt recovered, growing more faint "its regrettable.. that. our time together at the ball was cut so short..." he takes a deep breath "i kept wondering about w-what- what mightve happened if it. wasnt." he couldntve delivered that with less confidence if he tried, but he does attempt to steal a quick glance at iorens stupidly charming smirk though Ioren: looking very pleased with himself at finn's drop in charade he slowly bobs the two of you side to side with his body weight "is that riiiiight~? wonder anything specific there or should i leave it up to the imagination?" he doesn't laugh this time but keeps the smirk on his face "dunno what kind of gentleman could decline an offer this cute? certainly one stronger than me" Finn: "i- kya!" hes surprised at the bobbing, but doesnt dislike it... its rather nice to be close to him and feel him. whats harder to handle is the next set of words delivered without a shred of mercy for his fragile pride. finn clutches his own chest, maybe to check if his heart is still there although hes pretty sure it just left his ribcage. "is...is that so?" he gathers all his courage to meet iorens eyes slowly "i... um... i can..." he fidgets with his clothes "i-i can show you if... imeanicanshowyou- what i t-thought.... about....... somewhere else" he says the last part a little quieter, but finally makes an attempt to lean more into ioren again Ioren: he looks back a smile in his eyes before he snickers again finally, pleased as punch "anywhere specific in mind exactly? not that i mind wandering around a little first, 's a nice day for it~" the bobbing continues "though you look ready to combust under all those layers now" he grins again Finn: "y-you-" he wants to reply but the layers comment deals a solid 99 damage, making finn choke. he looks at ioren all embarassed, very very lightly shoving him before cuddling up though. not wanting to make him think hes seriously rejecting him. "i... i can endure.... it a little longer. im not so weak i cant take a walk with you b-before we... go to your place......"  finn initiates the bobbing this time "youll have to take responsibility though if...my allergy happens to get the best of me though..." he shoots ioren a pleading look thats more like a question... like a question if ioren will carry him. Ioren: he takes a last few sips of his drink with his other hand as he listens to finn babble on amused "wouldn't have thought a man who could fell evil cultists was so frail! not to worry milord tis' a guardsmans duty to protect the people from the elements" the last line was clearly hammed up but he still sounds genuine somehow as he snickers "a walk we'll have then, i'll show you one of the hills that gives us a view of the ports on the way, 's nice this time of day" he unclasps his arm from around him and in lieu of ruffling finns hair he instead rubs his shoulder before making to stand, addressing the rest of the table at regular volume again "well fellows' thats enough daydrinking for me i think, i oughta head off now before i keel over at sundown" the group give him quick glances and farewells as they make last minute chatter (mostly pokes about his sobriety) Finn: being frail suddenly seemed like a good thing if it meant being treated like this... he misses the hand on his shoulder as soon as it is gone. hes not sure how much time hes supposed to give ioren here, if its obvious if he stands up immediately as well. so he lets a beat pass after iorens farewell before rising himself "id best be on my way as well. ive stayed for much longer than i intended to... i thank you for your pleasant company.." he addresses no one in particular and leaves a couple of gp on the table as thanks. eyeballing ioren now on where he ought to follow him Marn: marn gives ioren a light kick to the back of his leg as steps around her causing him stumble a little as she laughs, she gives finn a wave goodbye as he straightens himself up again and flicks her behind the ear in revenge.

The two wander off from the table and onto the road, Ioren gestures for Finn to follow after him and as he gets close again he holds out an elbow for him to hold in an exaggerated fashion while grinning 

Ioren: "lets see, lets see~ now i just have to remember all the sideroads..." Finn: despite it being exaggerated, finn gladly latches onto iorens elbow... chuckling genuinely as the guard muses to himself. "not that i mind if we get lost together..." he sighs happily, looking forward to the day panning out, not minding being honest for once after all..

The two have a date about the city together before Finn invites himself to Ioren’s place to spend an intimate moment in the evening together.

Post Nut Clarity At The Inn - 3/25 🍻👦

Returning from his evening rendezvous with Ioren, Finn finds Cimmorro eating dinner in the inn mess hall with Jasper.

Finn: figures now is as good a time as any to approach the man. "good evening cimmorro, are you enjoying todays supper all by yourself? what a shame. perhaps i ough to keep you company" to your and perhaps cimmorros surprise, finns tone is sweet as honey.....almost as if hes a different person (do you know that scene in lucky star where konata is really polite and nice for about 10 seconds and theres sparkles and roses all around her thats him rn)  Cimmorro: cimmorro looks up from his food mid chew, suspiciously looking at finn, checking him up and down. what is with him. the aura he's radiating is so disgusting it makes him want to barf. "rude to say that when i have company." he points to jasper sitting on the chair next to him, peeking her head out over the table just enough to see her two round orbs watching finn 👁👁 Finn: finn frowns apologetically and places his own hands over his chest "i meant you or.." he cannot remember the name of this creature "your pet no offense, please forgive my bold assuming..." he smiles brightly at cimmorro again "i was, however, earnest about my offer to keep you company! it feels as though it has been ages since we last spoke... whats a little dinner between colleagues? i truly believe we got off the wrong foot with each other cimmorro..." Cimmorro:

Cimmorro: ".................... what in hells have gotten into you? bumped your head on your coffin this evening or something?" finn's act of... friendliness only makes cimmorro feel more skeptical of him. "can you just tell me what you want from me... i want to go back to my food" Finn: "huh? no... no such thing" he gestures vaguely in your general direction "you neednt pause for my sake... enjoying dinner is about eating together, is it not? that is all i want... for us to have one evening together that doesnt go awry..." are his eyes glassy looking or is your brain playing tricks on you?... “but i understand if you dont share this desire...after all ive acted quite cold all this time" he turns around dramatically "i cant expect you to forgive me or want to move on... for your sake i hope our arrangment will last not any longer than it needs to..." Cimmorro: cimm studies finn's words carefully and he himself is surprised to feel no ulterior motive from the guy which leaves him doing the brazilian woman equation gif while he continues to stare at finn. the sudden amicable demeanor is really unsettling but maybe he can get something useful out of him in this state. "fine. sit down. but if you do anything weird i'm leaving." he gestures to one of the chairs available and continues his meal "...is this your way of apologizing? (/g)"  Finn: he spins around with new vigor, smiling quite joyfully "oh, really? youll have me? i am so very pleased to hear that!" he sits down and relaxes into the chair, supporting his head with his hands. however as cimmorro asks if this is his way of apologizing finn feels.... something at the back of his head. it might be a voice. it might be trying to tell him something. he shall pay it no mind. "hm... i suppose its my way of making amends yes..." those words tasted terrible on his tongue...but why? "i see no reason to be rude to you, on such a wonderful evening no less!"

Cimmorro: cimm literally looks like this rn :| watching finn twirl around and do whatever he just did "right.... good for you.... i think?" he really doesn't know how to take this situation he'd rather go back to them fighting like preschoolers... although he can't help but be intrigued at where finn is trying for this to go. "i didn't think you'd want to make amends at all is the thing..." he can't even look finn in the eyes right now, this is viscerally nauseating Finn: "we'll be stuck together for a while longer... itd be best if we- no... no... this isnt just about our job situation. im starting to understand what my uncle..." it dawns on him. he came here to ask for a sending of course! his brain is quick to dismiss whatever lesson he was about to internalize "right! we still have to inform my uncle about our findings in the palace!" hes practically beaming at you and assumes you cant meet his eyes because his aura is so radiant and bewitching Cimmorro: finn seems to have gotten his attention for a bit before cimmorro hears the last line to which his interest changes to something more of... disappointment. it was expected, but he can't help but feel a little disheartened, still... "i knew you only wanted something from me" he merely shakes his head and rolls his eyes as his tone turns somewhat cold. "i already agreed we'd do it. you didn't have to act so goody-goody." Finn: he blinks in surprise "well, of course i wanted this from you. like you said we agreed to it... i just didnt want you to forget, like i did there haha ^__^" he tilts his head curiously though "you seem to be under the impression that im dining with you for that reason... use your head a little will you? if we already agreed, there'd be no reason for me to be nice to you! my offer was to keep you company and better our relationship!" (<- this guy doesnt have a single worry in the world right now) Cimmorro: cimm nods half-heartedly as he picks at his food. "uh huh... okay, and what are your grand plans for doing that exactly?" Finn: "hmmm" finn puts his finger to his chin like an anime girl "lets talk about whatever? play 20 questions? i barely know you!" Cimmorro: he side eyes finn with a brow raised. "this wouldn't turn out the same way with the others where we also play this game and they walk out all depressed now, would it?" he scoffs a bit like a laugh. "i know i got nothing to hide, but the rest of you seem like you do." Finn: finn vaguely recalls the last time he was part of such a game with the group and briefly frowns "i will not deceive you cimmorro...there are things about me i am simply unable to share. but if we stay away from anything too depressing you and i should have a splendid time!" Cimmorro: cimmorro just thinks like, i didn't even ask anything out of the ordinary last time. damn. a sigh escapes him, however, and decides well why the hell not. it's not always finn's this chatty, to him at least. "alright. you can start. i'm not gonna answer anything that involves you getting too friendly with my parents btw" Finn: well. that puts a dent in the question he wanted to ask cimmorro. not that it involved his parents but... it would still sound inappropriate. he flushes and waves cimmorro off "o-oh... not to worry about that" he clears his throat and puts his smile back on "alright! here i go!... for how long have you had your cat?" Cimmorro: finn's reaction makes him curious but doesn't say anything about it, at least for now. "i've had her all her life. 5 years exactly" she meows from behind the table as if in sync to his response. "i haven't seen her for two years though" Finn: finn nods as he listens and briefly glances at jasper as she meows "i would love to have you elaborate but ive used up my question for this round... im afraid its your turn" Cimmorro: "right" he thinks for a bit, looking kinda serious. "where'd you learn the swordsmanship? i don't seem to recall your uncle wielding a sword or my memory of those nights might just be hazy." Finn: "ha!" finn leans back triumphantly and crosses his arms "my uncle doesnt have much interest in swordsmanship unfortunately...im sure he couldve been as amazing as i, better even! in any case, i was merely interested from a young age and had the luxury of being instructed since. ive honed my skills for many years and even claimed victory in a couple of competitions, yes... something id be more than happy to show off once we reach antessa" hes somewhat smug about this, more akin to his usual persona Cimmorro: cimmorro's eyes go wide a bit in surprise, but not any less amused, at finn's enthusiasm rather than the answer itself which he more or less have expected to be what it was (ofc u had a private trainer rich boy) he hums in response. "makes sense why he wanted uhh.. what was his name, orin? with him then." Finn: "perhaps" he muses and gestures vaguely, scanning cimmorros face for any signs of admiration but is disappointment with the lack of any such emotion. hes just asking for a bit of endless praise, nothing big considering his accomplishments. "my turn then.... hem hem.......cimmorro, do you believe in love?" Cimmorro: cimmorro literally starts choking on his food after the drop of the question but he manages to recover by himself just as quickly. as he clears out a couple more lingering coughs, he turns to finn a bit horrified and wonders why the sudden subject, feeling kind of nervous to even answer because he has no idea why finn would want to know this. "..... yeah?" he clears his throat "you don't seem to know much about my church but we're quite big on romance too, you know." now he's the one huffing proudly Finn: finns eyes light up a little at the mention of the jasidan church apparently being big on romance "oh! how i curse this game of my own creation! that sounds most promising i will say though... 🥺 " he sighs dramatically and fidgets with his clothes "im sure that means i will be able to catch a glimpse of that side of your church in krenic..." Cimmorro: "perhaps... hehe >:3c if you're lucky, you might even witness a wedding." his mood seems to get better at the reminder that he will be travelling home soon. "it's my turn now, is it not? why ask me about love all of a sudden?" Finn: "a wedding..." he mumbles after him, briefly imagining himself in such a scenario...ah, if only. he nearly forgets to answer cimmorros question and quickly meets his eyes again "because..." finn giggles "its my favourite topic! right after fighting! i always wonder what people think about love... its a win win, wouldnt you say? i get to ask about it, you get to know this about me.." finn nods to himself as if he said something very wise just now. "onto my next question! have you ever been in a relationship?" he genuinely cant imagine anyone- the...the voice. hes hearing it again. it sounds sinister...but he agrees....he cannot imagine anyone willingly enduring this...this buffoon of a man- huh... whats up with such malicious thoughts popping up in his mind?... he pushes it aside

Han: u guys hear han-related clattering from the back rooms Cimmorro: he laughs a bit "you sound like you're trying to pick someone up at a bar" this time said as a more good natured joke than an insult he's been jabbing finn with the past few days. he turns to eye at the back at the han-related noise as he answers. "yeah, a few. haven't dabbed into that scene in a while though. busy busy." Finn: finn laughs at the joke... but he feels that pang at the back of his head again. he leans forward a little in surprise though when cimmorro admits to having been committed before "i would not have expected that.... you really are full of surprises, arent you?" he scratches the back of his head, processing this information Cimmorro: he shrugs with a laugh "why? did you think i was an asshole to everyone i come across? that can be my next question" Finn: finn shakes his head at that and yawns "not exactly... im just not very familiar with your church, thought there might be restrictions on such things for the initiated." that is a perfectly balanced polite and evasive answer the voice in his head concludes. "although i suppose you were flirting quite liberally with sir emerick and... oh well, nevermind that." he limps his wrist "my turn again, whats your ideal partner like?" Cimmorro: "oh, no. even the ruby sorceress herself has her own romantic endeavors she's kept quite busy with," he snorts. at the comment about emerick he just smiles. "t'was all in good fun. it's fun to tease people like that." the next questions brings him slightly back to his suspicious mood, however, and leans on the table. "..... look, i'll make this easier for you. if you're trying to get me to come to your room again for other purposes aside from contacting your uncle, i will not." Finn: finn just stares back at cimmorro like this 🤨 "cimmorro, id be impressed by your confidence if it wasnt ruining our perfectly fun chat" ah...this feeling...its familiar "id take anyone up to my room for such purposes but you. honestly, im starting to think i shouldntve returned home tonight." although he feels familiarly mad at cimmorro, a part of him is disappointed things are going this way now "but dont worry, if you wanna be on the safe side ill make sure to act towards you like i always do again. that make you feel nice and comfortable?" Cimmorro: he immediately snickers and relaxes in his seat. "just trying to clear it out with you. you can't really blame me for being a little on guard after...." he tries not to specify the post-theatre episode they had "...everything." his hands are vaguely gesturing to the air and he seems more lax now that finn seems to not be actually having more brain damage than he usually seems to have "truthfully, i don't really care how you decide to treat me. i would rather have you treat me the way you want rather than pretend." there is sincerity behind his words albeit how strong they might come off... it's not at all hostile. "i liked that about you losing your steam at me because, as exhausting as it is, at least it didn't make me doubt anything.... although..." he thinks for a bit "i'm not going to lie that this wasn't starting to be fun for me as well... cause it was. somewhat. weirdly." he kind of winces as he admits it. didn't think he'd have a non-nuclear conversation with him that lasted more than 2 lines. Finn: finn almost wants to interrupt cimmorro, being torn with every thing he says. although he isnt being exactly hostile, it makes finn want to explode. what was it with everyone and their confusing demands of him? either he was expected to play along or suddenly cimm wants him to be honest and as cruel as he can be? he sinks back into his chair, sighing and covering his face with his hand until cimmorro gets to the end "w...what?" he croaks out, slowly lifting his hand to look at the cleric "with you i cant even tell if thats supposed to be some sort of backhanded insult or not" Cimmorro: "the last part? take it as you will." he does a little confused and shaky shrug as if to say, 'idk man i'm just as lost as you are.' to be fair, finn was the one who started doing a pirouette in front of him out of nowhere. how was anyone supposed to react to that? "i'm only saying it like that cause i'm not used to this... but i don't think it's....... unpleasant...? it's just a little strange. or, really, strange. we were fighting just a couple of days ago, at the ball, no less." by the goddess this is painfully awkward... what'd he do to deserve this (A/N: he contributed a lot to this situation) he lets out a really tired sigh after a moment. finn did seem to be sincere tonight at least, which leaves him kinda feeling bad for being so haughty. "i wasn't looking forward to fighting with you the whole trip to my temple when i haven't been home for years. so, the idea of trying to get along is appealing..." he rubs the back of his neck. Finn: finn glares at him but feels his muscles relax over time... he crosses his arms and pouts, avoiding looking at the cleric directly. "ugh..." maybe he should try to bang ioren one more time tonight, just to ensure he can continue being polite to cimmorro. even if its only for one more day. he does the franziska sleeve grip and starts to mumble "ive had a good day today for the first time in weeks... my mood was simply extroadinarily good" he eyes cimm sharply "i doubt we will be friends, ever. i will certainly not always treat you like i was just now. but... it would make things more bearable for the both of us if we made an effort. i dont want to come home only to keep fighting with you there either... so i get it" oh this really was awkward... he hoped cimmorro caught the drift of his monologue Cimmorro: he frowns at the comment about his so called good mood. "perhaps it was wisest i didn't really play much into it then, if it was so rare. and i wasn't really insinuating friendship, so you needn't really look at me like that. at the very least i can at least agree to try to behave at your home if you do the same in mine." Finn: for perhaps the first time in his life finn thinks he wants to be the bigger person. uncle vorde would be so proud if he knew what he was about to do. finn sighs briefly before smiling at cimm and waving him off "and on the airship, right?" <- attempt at humor  Cimmorro: he snorts a bit and pretends to think about it, as a joke. "hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm......................... yeah...? no? yes...... hmm... nope...? sure." Finn: if cimmorro didnt literally spell out that hes agreeing to trying to behave, finn wouldve exploded thinking hes seriously trying to irritate him right now. "now now....dont be so wishy washy about it, we might end up taking the whole airship down with us if we do fight" limp wristing again Cimmorro: "but wheeeere would i get my airship entertainment if not for my favorite riveting banters with my finnian?" he clasps his hands together and swings from side to side batting his eyes at finn. after a while of that, he lets out a small laugh. "i already said sure. besides, think i'll be busy enjoying the view than anything else" Finn: finn laughs a little at that and leans forward "that is if the view can even compete with my beauty, isnt that right?" he then falls back and gestures dramatically "to me, after all, theres nothing more beautiful than indulging in mindless and boundless hate with you, dearest cimmorro! i could never tear my eyes, or ears for that matter, away from you!" Cimmorro: “wow, getting pretty obsessed with me now huh. makes me think how i'm the first person you seek after somehow getting an 'extraordiarily good mood'"

As the two are chatting Han gets pushed out of the kitchen half covered in flour, but looking mentally like a wet cat. Shes goes off to wash her face silently in the washroom.

Finn: "arent you lucky cimmorro? what if i had run into anyone else?" he muses idly "anyway what kind of boys do you-" in that moment finn perceives han but hes not sure what to do about what hes just witnessed, just eyeing cimmorro like 'are-you-seeing-this-shit' Cimmorro: cimm waves at han with a little 😬 as if unsure if he should offer some sort of help Han: "not allowed to help bake" single dramatic tear as she wipes herself off Finn: "how tragic" <- dripping with sarcasm Cimmorro: cimm kinda just looks confused at what finn was trying to insinuate about 'running into someone else' the hell does that mean. does he want to know though? maybe not. at han he kinda just laughs. "you'd be too powerful if you also knew how to bake" Han: "it is tragic!!! layne makes really good cake..." 😥 she sits down adjacent to both of you "im already pretty great, but thanks..." still sad about cakes "anyway, now i have nothing to do. what were you two talking about?" :D time to be annoying Cimmorro: "curious what kind of cake they're making back there." he tries to peek a little into the view of the kitchen from his seat before giving up. "we were talking about the airship. also playing a game, you wanna join?" Finn: finn decides to not comment further on the whole cake thing. baking was a job for the working class and if han was smart she'd leave it to those below even her. however, this time a voice in his head says he really shouldnt be saying that. he blurts out "boys" at the same as cimmorro starts talking when answering her question Cimmorro: cimm literally looks at finn like that trolls image again Han: "game about boys?" she laughs "sure!" Cimmorro: "we were talking about boys...?" Finn: "i was trying to steer the conversation that way more than once 🙄 " Cimmorro: "okay, damn.. sorry! 🤧" anything to get away from that awkward conversation, he thinks. "do you even like boys, han? think all i've seen you with is girls. not to mention saffine recently" Han: han looks shocked and offended "of course i do!!! i was gonna hunt down cute orc guy at the ball but then--" she stops, remembering some decorum and just gives a lopsided grin "ehe" Finn: "but then?"... finns looks between han and cimm like he refuses to put two and two together... like han got laid? Cimmorro: "i didn't mean to offend you- but wow? you mean the guy who split that crazy chick in half?” cimm merely smiles at finn bc it's not really his business to talk about in detail. "han made a friend-" Han: han looks btwn cimm and finn, worriedly "can i say i ate her out? ferrie smacks me for this talk" Finn: finn genuinely errupts laughing, like full on keeling over the table and holding his stomach, wheezing Cimmorro: cimm like, fucking laughs out loud. "good for you" Han: re: cutting a guy in half han is like screaming whispering "that was the HOT PARTTTTT" Cimmorro: "i think that scared me if anything but you do you, i won't judge so long you're not the one being sliced in half" Han: you see hans gaze go to middle distance for a moment, clearly thinking about Something Cimmorro: NOOO NOOO HAN NOT LIKE THIS

Finn: finn like slowly calms down, wiping tears from his eyes thinking, hoping that no one should ever educate han about anything. hes still coughing and cracking up "w-well... what can one even say to that. perhaps we better move onto our game about boys?" Cimmorro: "w.. what exactly are we talking about boys for again?" he seems genuinely lost Han: "what is the boy game" she leans in to listen Finn: "because its fun?" he gives cimm an odd look and laughs "we could rank the guys here in shorewater... or ask each other things about love" he shrugs "we didnt exactly start the boys game yet so the rules are still open for that" Han: han thinks intently about rules.... "if you dont answer you have to do something silly" Cimmorro: "i can't help but be curious of what it is you find silly, han" Han: "like ... chicken dance......" deep thoughts Cimmorro: he cackles "i'm fine with that... maybe you can splash flour on the person too" Han: 😈 "i like that one too... " Finn: "ive nothing to hide so i doubt ill be doing anything so beneath me tonight" Cimmorro: "we'll see about that...you can start then, finn. you're the one who thought of this" Finn: "hm sure... let me go about it like this. do we wanna ask each other invasive questions or get in a fight over who the hottest men are according to each of us?" Cimmorro: [tails.jpeg] Finn: "i guess itd be easier if we just ask each other things" Han: han laughs "both are funny!!" Cimmorro: "so you mean like a debate... like in court... over men" Han: "whats court" :D Cimmorro: "court... yknow like the law? where people pass judgements on you based on the law"" Han: "oh right, that shit" she nods seriously Cimmorro: he suddenly breathes a sigh of relief like oh thank goodness she knows what it is Finn: "mhm. either we debate or interrogate each other. lets go clockwise?" he looks between han and cimm Han: han whispers something to herself and makes a circle going clockwise with her forefinger "yes" 👍 Finn: "good. lets get started then" he looks to you cimm "are you and vinny an item? is there something going on between you two?" Han: hans jaw drops and she stares at cimm, waggling her eyesbrows and doingn waves, the rock shit Celebrity Guest Aqua:

Cimmorro: he gives finn a really wild look before letting out a laugh as loud as the one the did a few minutes before, though less animated. "an item? i mean i guess i can see why you'd think that since i've been sticking to the guy a lot." he lets out the last bits of lingering laughter  before he continues "but no, nothing really going on of the sort.... not that i know of....? as far as i know all i did was ask vinny to come help me with a problem at home. the rest is imagination" Han: "do u think hes hot tho" Finn: finn gestures vaguely, smirking "i was simply wondering when we met at the ball...you know..." he eyes cimmorro "considering what you two got up to. but very well, i will take that for an answer" he seems satisfied for now- until han asks that its his turn to choke Cimmorro: "i'm simply a bad influence" @ han he thinks carefully though he doesn't seem at all bothered by the question "could use a bit of sprucing up but yes 🤔 " Finn: [tails.jpeg] Han: han nods "its the tits isnt it" han puts out a fist for cimm as she says this Cimmorro: he laughs because he doesn't really mind either way tits or not though han seems enthusiastic enough he just goes "yes, it's a bonus" he fist bumps her amusedly Han: han is very satisfied >B^j Finn: "i think vinny is too old... thats just my opinion though" Han: "old?? he cant be that old.. can he...? he looks super young" Finn: "huh? hes already fully grey.. " Cimmorro: "he actually told me he's not that old..." i do not remember if vinny ever told his exact age Han: han pulls at her white hair Finn: "well......" he mumbles "he looks old to me. his face, his demeanor......" Cimmorro: "some people just have white hair, man..." Finn: "hmph... i guess 🙄 still an old man until proven otherwise" Han: "he couldve magic potioned his hair, what i meant... he barely looks older than me, i think" Finn: finn merely crosses his arms "i disagree"

Cimmorro: while han and finn are busy cimm rings up vinny through sending "hey, this is random but how old are you again? also finn thinks we're dating" Vinny: you hear the brief sound of shuffling papers and a breath of surprise once the spell connects, then "-cimmorro? my age? er, last i checked i was twenty-nine... w-wait why does he think were dating..!? because of the palace the other day-" his embarrassed voice then cuts off Cimmorro: cimm just smiles to everyone else "he said he's 29 😄 " Finn: finn blinks in surprise and leans back a little "that so?... hm..." he seems to be busy thinking about something now... Cimmorro: "still too old for you? how old are you anyway" Finn: "im undecided about that for now, also im 23" he raises a brow Han: han looks proud that she guessed that vinnys potentially maybe probably older than whatever her age is Cimmorro: he looks a little surprised but doesn't say anything else. "are we done trying to get me to dance now? whose turn is it" Finn: "i was done! han asked you about that! so.. itd only be fair if it was your turn now" Han: "oh, true..." Cimmorro: "oh did han's count as that? okay" he seems very agreeable all of a sudden. "well since you asked me of my company at the ball then let me ask, what did you get up to with the guardsman?" Vinny: you suddenly hear a ping and vinny's voice in your head "er evening mr barvotte just for the record me and cimmorro aren't an i-item... good evening...!" Finn: finn has to laugh at how disheveled vinny sounds and that he went out of his way to contact him "my apologies... rest assured, cimmorro clarified as well. a good evening to you as well."

Han: han leans in to whisper to cimm "he was getting cozy with some guard??? which one" +_+ Cimmorro: "you were there when we left the passageway right? was the bluey" Han: she thinks for a moment "oooh.. from emericks? oren or something..." she thinks some more and nods like hm ye ok checks out Cimmorro: cimm scratches his head bc he also doens't fully remember their name.... "something like that?" Finn: finn clears his throat now that hes available to answer cimmorros question "i think the question should be what we wouldve gotten up to had you not intervened" he laughs weakly "we got to make up for that interruption though" (<- smug) Han: han processes this and then choke laughs "NO WAY? i thought you were so stuck up you would never fuck. good for you" 😄 Finn: finn shrugs smirking "lot you dont know about me" Cimmorro: cimm wonders how finn doesn't get offended by something like han's comment but seems to have been offended by every other peace treaty he tried to make with him earlier

As the group chatter Psalm walks into the inn, having just finished a day out with his mothers and an evening at the theatre with them. After seeing a play at Mint’s theatre, the two decided to talk an evening walk together for the night, letting him scuttle off the rest of the night.

Without noticing anyone he makes his way over to the bar counter. A closer look would tell that he seems kind of mellow and his eyes are a bit puffy (from crying over the play).

Finn: finn looks for a moment but he doesnt exactly feel like inviting psalm to discuss his sex life after hes got rejected by him Han: "psalmy!! you wanna play game about boys-- oh, are you okay??" Cimmorro: cimm turns to psalms direction when han calls him out just looking curiously, then at finn "did vinny contact you just now? that's funny. maybe we should drag him here" Finn: "hm? yeah he did. a little funny how worried he was about what i thought huh? i dont mind picking him up... you can get psalm ready for our little game in the meantime" Cimmorro: "no need, i can still shoot him another message. you'd waste your time too if he ended up not being able to come" Finn: "youll find that i can be quite convincing when i want to be... but i wont complain about you saving me the trouble" Cimmorro: "that guy doesn't even need that much convincing if he has the time. he's pretty lax." Finn: "thats what i thought. go ahead then, invite him" he gestures vaguely Cimmorro: he gives finn a look like nyalright. "this'll cost your uncle's message though but we can just do it tomorrow after i get back from the morgues (or funeral homes whichever)" Finn: "mm.. thats okay. i think after today im not quite in the right mind to be talking to my lord uncle" he grins sheepishly, recalling todays events Cimmorro: peace sign [sendings to vinny] "isn't your shop closing up? we're hanging out, we want you to come. swallow's perch inn if you wanna try clearing up your name" he cackles a bit at the end Vinny: "ah. i would but... i need to clear up some paperwork for the store before leaving the city... d-defend my honour for me, would you..!?" he says the last part still embarrassed Cimmorro: cimm blows raspberries at nothing in particular, feeling slightly disappointed though he can't say he didn't expect it. "said he's busy. you would've wasted your time after all." then he snorts "funny to think about you giving him a spook though"

Finn rolls his eyes and briefly heads off to his room for a moment to change out of his snufkin esque atire, in the meantime Han ropes Psalm into the conversation.

Psalm: He turns to her, "Han, hello." He has no idea what she means when she says "games about boys" so he decides to ignore that part. "I'm fine, thanks for asking..?" His face kind of looks like "Why wouldn't I be" lol Han: "do you wanna get sad drunk like cimm did....." she looks unapproving but also resigned to clean up after u too Cimmorro: he just kinda looks at han like 🤨 Han: "what" Cimmorro: "what happened yesterday stays yesterday..." he sighs Finn: finn coughs in approval Han: han just looks at him confused n amused "its fine if you wanna get sad drunk again, cimmoooo" 😄 Cimmorro: "that was only a one time thing okay!" Han: "whatever you saaaay"

Psalm: "No, I'm not sad..?" Han: han stares judgingly then goes "fine, youre not sad... wanna play boy game???" Psalm: "Why do you think I'm sad? And what's this 'boy game' you keep mentioning." He's gonna order a drink from the counter also Han: han gets up to get u the drink cause shes the only bar manning person around dwfl "the game is you either ask a question or debate about who you think is hot... something like that... if you dont answer you have to do chicken dance or get floured. ghester you can play too" she says at the air... waiting for it to reply... Psalm: He thanks her but the entire time his face is like: 🤨 as he takes in that information Cimmorro: "how is ghester supposed to dance or be floured...." Han: "oh shit thats true..........." :( Psalm: "Why would Ghester be involved..." Cimmorro: "why not?" Han: "he can ...say something in silly voice...? Ghester: a familiar voice pipes up in all your heads "psalm doesnt enjoy it when i have fun i think..." Cimmorro: "he can't really stop you from joining though can he?" life could be dream.. Han: "what!!!!!!!" she looks super mad at psalm "you dont like it when ghester has fun?? why????" Psalm: "I didn't say that, I just wasn't expecting you to invite the inter planar smoke taking residence in my head to join a discussion about...boys." Ghester: "i know quite a number of them at this point" Psalm: "Hmmm..." Han: "why not? its like another guy with us. only hes in your head." she shrugs Psalm: "Well suit yourself, Cimmorros's right in that I can't stop him from joining." Han: 😄 -> 😈

Ghester: "ghester.... who is the hottest man you and psalm have met, according to you, you cant say nothing because i cant make you do chicken dance"  Cimmorro: "if ghester can't answer he just has to sing something embarrassing" Han: "OH thats good!!!" Ghester: you hear a ghostly hmmm of contemplation before "there was a refined man seated next to us on a bench briefly a few weeks ago, before id met the rest of you, if i had to choose" Psalm: Psalm wracking his head before he's like, "Really? That's your type?" Han: "how'd he look" han looks excitedly btwn psalm and the air around psalm and abesntmindedly drinks psalms drink that she was pouring Cimmorro: cimm looks curious but also just says something stupid like "ghester doesn't think i'm hot :(" Psalm: watching han and just discretely nudges the drink closer to his side of the table... Ghester: "greying early and a cleanly cut moustache, it was more about how he held himself though, truly a man about town" he chuckles "i enjoy the presence of anyone cultivated, granted i dont quite know how well this man could hold conversation" Psalm: "A shame you can't enter the palace then, lots of those types in there I guess." Ghester: "i go to sleep lamenting this every night" a dramatic sigh follows "as does our patron" Psalm: he nearly snorts his drink up his nose in shock, but manages to hide it with a few coughs. "Seriously...? Why would they..." he trails off, genuinely non-believing. Ghester: he chuckles again "they see through your eyes, every sight is precious. they get quite sad when were separated, especially somewhere as exciting as a castle" Psalm: "If only there was some way to work around that."  Han: han thinks for a moment "does that mean you like vorde?" Ghester: he says this gleefully "absolutely 😄 " Cimmorro: cimm can't help but wonder now "what about willow then 🤔 " Ghester: "they seemed quite talkative, exactly the same 😄 " Cimmorro: cimm hums at the answer. "well i have a different question... still somewhat related to boys i suppose. if you had your own body, what would you want it to look like?" Psalm: he’s like 👀 Ghester: he ponders the question for a moment "you know sometimes i feel like i remember having one, a long long time ago..." he chuckles again "i get the sense i even had black hair" Cimmorro: "whoah, wait. no way? really? how old do you think your body was?" cimm kinda perks up intrigued now Psalm: "I'm having trouble imagining you as anything but a cloud of smoke, admittedly. 🤔 But I guess that makes more sense than you being like some redhead or something." Ghester: he seems amused at cimm’s curiosity "hundreds of years old.." he chuckles again "i kid, an average middle aged adult, nothing too striking. though who knows if i grew it myself, the body that is" @ psalm "if we stood next to each other we'd match" Cimmorro: "it'd be like you're twins or something" Psalm: "That sounds objectively terrifying." Ghester: [laughing]

Cimmorro: he laughs "i think i've asked a lot of questions, it's supposed to be your turn now ghester" Ghester: "ohh true enough" he hmms thoughtfully "on the topic of boys i suppose i'd be curious to ask what you think of my existence, i rarely get to ask" Psalm: "I don't have to answer this do I 🤨 " Ghester: "you could~" Psalm: "I'll go last. ^_^ " Cimmorro: "uhhh hmm i'll just be honest i find you kinda eerie... but i'm also quite interested of what you are and where you came from. i'd be bombarding you with questions had you not said you don't know much about yourself." Finn: finn sliding up to the table from wherever we'll retcon hes gone this entire time like "whatd i miss?" eyeing cimm saying all that stuff like is he saying this about psalm? Cimmorro: cimm looks back at you like what are you looking at me like that for Ghester: he chuckles again "eeriness and i go hand in hand. a shame my memory is what it is" Psalm: "Your memory?" Psalm says looking genuinely surprised. "Well I suppose if you're as old as you say you are you're bound to forget things... " Ghester: "exactly right, lost to the void. though i cant deny our patron may play a hand sometimes, not that i mind myself"  Cimmorro: "you're so easygoing about that... i'd hate it if i lost my memories.. probably up in there in my fears, actually. 😱 " Psalm: he says, "My patron, if you can hear me, I humbly request you not mess around with my memories..." Ghester: he chuckles "its hard to miss what you dont know, and im always told i know what is needed. and everyday with psalm here is something new" he snorts at the request from psalm Psalm: he just goes "Hmmm" at being put on the spot. Gherster: he laughs "i've gained many new amusing memories by your side lets say"

Finn: "oh. so that was about ghester then" he shrugs and sits wherevers free now Cimmorro: "what did you think it was........??????" Finn: "well with how psalm never reveals anything about himself i assumed we might as well be talking about him" Psalm: "Am I eerie...." Cimmorro: “tch. i played cards with him yesterday and he was the most difficult person on the table. and this is with keva involved!" Finn: finn gives you some sort of pained smile, being very glad that he was not part of that situation in the slightest Psalm: "I mean I'll make it up to you won't I." ^_^ Cimmorro: "will you? 🤨 "  he says this more of like a rhetorical question bc he knows psalm won't Psalm: "Of course." :y

Cimmorro: @ ghester "i'm starting to think you're like a cat who needs stimulation" Ghester: "if i dont get my allocated conversation time each day i weep" Psalm: "The palace visits must be hell." Ghester: "WEEP, psalm" Cimmorro: "oh you poor thing. and you're with psalm of all people. oh jeez. that's so unfortunate" Psalm: he’s torn between getting defensive about this or coming across like he actually doesn't care that much so he just glares at Cimmorro. Ghester: "hes quite the talkative one actually, i couldn't ask for a better companion for the moment ^_^ we annoy each other with our mundanities i imagine"  Han: "i think youre cool as hell!!! wish i had talking sword buddy..." 😒 Ghester: he chuckles "most arent as friendly as me" Han: "whaaaaaaaaaat, lame... if you get bored of psalm or whatever (bar?) patron youre talking about, you can come hang out with me" 😄 Ghester: "should the unspeakable ever occur, and ive nowhere to go in this cold dark world ill consider it 😌 " Han: 🤩 Psalm: hes like ughhhhhhh get me out of here @ that but he says, "I'll look into how to get around it, it's not like I enjoy the idea of being potentially unarmed anyways. The unspeakable you say.." Cimmorro: he snorts "does that mean you know other shadow weapons? do you guys communicate with each other like a kinship of some sort?" Ghester: "there are others tied to our patron, though i dont know if they've been given companions like our psalm here, i cannot say" @ psalm "failing my singular duty unspeakable 😔 " Cimmorro: "if you can talk to them maybe you can introduce them to han since she's so interested in having one too 😄 get your friends a job" Ghester: he laughs pretty loud at that "ill keep her in mind for the boss then"  Psalm: "What, that's my first time hearing that. And here I thought I was special /s 😥” Ghester: "theres only one ghester for you at the very least 😌 " Psalm: "Well, except for the palace, but it'd actually be good to figure out what kind of wards they use for the future." 🤔 Ghester: he sighs sadly after "quite the strong anti magic wards if they cut me off, at least i don't imagine you'll encounter them commonly" Psalm: "Ugh, I would hope not."

Finn: finn pouts at this "you should talk to me more! we're roommates and yet..." Ghester: he chuckles at the indignation "considering the past few days events i was wondering if you might be deterred...." Finn:finns heart kinda drops at the word choice, he assumed that ghester wasnt present for that night..............did ghester sleep? whatever he was doing, he didnt comment on that horrible hook up attempt before "deterred huh?.. :y " Ghester: he chuckles again "im always around even if im not feeling chatty... ^_^ " Psalm: @ that bit he's just like * IGNORING * Cimmorro: cimm trying to read finns vibe for sec before realizing 'oh this must be the awkward thing psalm was saying' Finn: "interesting! ^__^" he understands now what it must be like to be psalm, always saying the wrong things at the wrong time Ghester: "it is isnt it?" he seems thoroughly amused Finn: "totally haha! ^__^" (<- his expression stays frozen like this for the next 10 minutes or so) Ghester: he laughs "well should you feel like engaging me, you know where to find me " Psalm: @ Finn & Ghester "Yes feel free to talk I'll pretend like I'm not there." Finn: "mhm, yeah, got it ^__^" finn glances through the whole round "are we still playing btw? haha" Han: "oh, yeah! whose turn is it anyways, i asked psalm and ghester a question...i guess its psalms turn?"  Psalm: :y ? Han: "you have to ask question to whoever you want, about boys" duh Psalm: he carefully regards everyone at the table with him before going "I was going to say that there really isn't anything I feel like asking, but after yesterday I think Cimmorro might actually kill me if I don't ask something." Han: her turn to :y ? Finn: finn rolls his eyes at this "not just cimmorro" Cimmorro: cimm feels a slight ++ with finn just for this Psalm: ^_^;; Han: "i dunno why everyones killing you but i wont" Psalm: "My one ally... 🥺 " Han: 😇

Psalm: he wracks his brain for a bit before remembering something Cimmorro told him yesterday, in fact, that he figures would be suitable for this kind of thing...? "That reminds me, finn, I thought you said you had no luck at the ball. Cimmorro told me he caught you sneaking around with a palace guard."  his tone is somewhat accusatory Han: han is like this feels foreboding Cimmorro: "oooooo...." Finn: he snorts at this, unimpressed by the accusatory tone "oh? and what would your question be psalm? :y " Psalm: "Well I guess this is directed to the both of you, which one of you is lying to me and why..." 🤨 Cimmorro: cimm just makes a face "like you don't lie all the time....? 😩 " Han: han starts looking for snacks and pouring herself a drink, smth harder than psalm asked for Psalm: "I have no issue if you are, don't get me wrong, I'm just admittedly curious as to ..why over something this benign." Finn: "how boring...this isnt even really a question about boys directly" he rolls his eyes again "why dont you ask me what i got up to with the guard? youre no fun..." he waves dismissively "neither of us is lying really. i really was unlucky because cimmorro interrupted my wonderful time with the guard, you see" Cimmorro: cimm shrugs "i don't know what finn told you before but what he said just now checks out, we interrupted each other really" Psalm: ( ^_^💢 at the boring comment) @ Finn "Why would I ask what you got up to, is that what people ask in a game like this? I don't really care though... 🤨 " & @ Cimmorro "He told me he struck out is all. Just wanted to get the story straight." Finn: "did no one explain to you in my absence? how unfortunate... i wonder what you spent all this time talking about ^_^ " Psalm: "It suddenly became a pseudo Ghester interview." Ghester: "a very fun one ^_^" Han: han blinks in morse code to cimm like should we stop this Cimmorro: cimms gonna start looking like 😬 between these two, he just kinda gives you a vague look and gesture, he doesnt know how to say this is tense but i also love drama that im not involved in so i dont really care Han: wahtt ever the fuck is happening here

Finn: "well i bet that interview was better than your attempt at playing along anyway" Psalm: Psalm raises his eyebrow at Finn, genuinely caught off guard. "Sure, but are you getting on my case about a harmless game right now? Maybe you should unwind a bit." Finn: "hmph. i was unwinding just fine earlier you know?" finn sighs, wanting to spew out every rude thing he can think of, but he knows if he does theres no chance at returning to earliers atmosphere at all. really, he'll be surprised if anyone will want to keep playing to begin with "but sure, lets put this past us then. im not so petty i want to get on your case unnecessarily." Ghester: "would be good of you to follow through on that i agree" ghester says with a laugh Finn: "im on it, arent i? ^__^" Ghester: "true maturity ser" Cimmorro: "wish you were that kind to me 💔 " he says as an obvious tease Finn: "have i not proven myself kind to you today? you wound me..." he says this in a playful tone 💀 Psalm: The innuendo flies completely over Psalm's head honestly, in part because he's not sure what it is he's said that got them here in the first place, so he just says, genuinely, "I'm happy for you...?" although it comes out kind of questionable by the end. And then, "I appreciate it..?" Finn: he finds himself pissed off that psalm wont actually fight or argue with him...... at least cimm was fun like that. he sighs again, seeing no point in continuing this "sure. in any case i feel like i havent had a turn in a while so ill go for it" he looks at you han "are you more into women or men? if you had to pick one" Han: han downs her cocktail in one go and she goes "glad thats over with" quietly afterwards dwfl "thats rarely a factor......... i just want them to be strong, whichever way." Finn: finn nods "i can sort of get behind that way of thinking..." he thinks that this is the closest hes come to agreeing with han on something genuinely Han: han nods at him intensely... brethren in that one moment, she points at cimmorro "best lay you had, go" Psalm: Psalm like "Ah, I think I understand this game now." in his head Cimmorro: he nearly spits his drink at the bluntness but seems amused either way. "what a fast ball. huh... hmm, with the guy i was travelling not too long ago" he looks up at the ceiling just reliving memories before getting a little pink. "im not really the type to talk about how it exaaaactly went though so. I'll leave it as that 😌 " Han: "eh, acceptable" shes just glad someone answered a question like a normal person "your turn to ask" Finn: finn wants to ask about this but wonders if that means shooting his shot with his next question....hes relieved hes not the only one whos had his best lay recently though "yeah, probably wont hear from you about how you ate him out" he laughs, recalling how blunt han was earlier Cimmorro: "i know you have general negative outlook of me but i promise you i like to keep some sense of privacy and self respect 😩 " Psalm: psalm like what did i miss wtf did i miss

Cimmorro: cimm scans the group now, not really knowing what to ask so he tries for a more general question. "not exactly a boy question but what are the red flags for you on a date, either a romantic date or a more... intimate one. or answer both if you want" he shrugs, he asks this to no one in particular so anyone can answer it rly Han: "never been on romantic date so........ when they pull a knife on you without asking?" 🤔 Finn: finn kind of just stares at han for a moment, but decides against admitting to finding the idea hot out loud Cimmorro:".... i think that goes for any type of situation though...." he kinda just 🥺s at han not experiencing a date before (soz he is a romantic) Psalm: "I likewise have also never really been on any romantic dates but I'm sure that can be fun in it's own way 😄 " Han: "no but like... sometimes its sexy but sometimes they really do wanna kill you and its like WOAH" she mimes jumping back Psalm: "Ok fair, although if you were on a date or having an intimate moment I doubt that would be an issue. Or, I would hope not." Han: han makes a FACE like she bit a lemon Psalm: he is kinda curious.. Han: @ no date line "wah, really... you look like the type of boys the grandmas on the pier call heartbreakers" Psalm: "I....uh......? Heartbreakers.. really.." Han: she nods seriously "they say its the handsome ones always." she looks around the room "i guess that applies to all of you tho" :/ Cimmorro: cimm, who has been continuously mugged and jumped at for most of his life only looks at you guys admitting this as fun or hot with horror and concern.....  Psalm: "I wouldn't have guessed you think I'm handsome but thanks ^_^ And I just never had the time is all." he shrugs. Han: han shrugs at the handsome comment, but at the time comment goes "huh, really? what were you doing instead?" Cimmorro: "Well when I was younger I did odd jobs around my home town. Or hobby stuff, like writing. When I got older I travelled a bit with a friend so no point in dating really if I'd be leaving the next day anyways. That being said I'm not sure I have any obvious red flags." Han: "oh, really? where did you guys go?" Psalm: "Shorewater is my first time leaving the continent. I just travelled around Ackran mostly." Han: "oooh, thats cool.. what were your favourite spots?" Psalm: "Walsh is alright. So is the Berrin Bay. Anywhere with an ocean view really."

Finn: finn grimaces "i guess...anyone who asks about my fangs? but thats a special circumstance.... otherwise its hard to say. i never found a lot of people worth going out on dates with back home." Psalm: "Hmm, I think it's stranger when people don't have fangs honestly.  " <-- from TIEFLING WORLD Cimmorro: "i guess i could understand why that'd make you nervous. but I'd be surprised if someone would point it out really... are fangs really that strange... I've more sharp teeth than you do" he laughs TIEFLING WORLD FOREVER Finn: he looks between you and psalm "well...unlike you two i have no tiefling heritage to speak of and my fangs are rather suspiciously specific wouldnt you say?" hes almost in pain saying this Psalm: "Sorry, I don't mean to say you're not valid, just anyone who might think they're 'strange' enough to point out is clearly an idiot." Finn: finns not sure how to feel about psalm being supportive of him after he was such a dick earlier.. so he kind of just stares like 🤨 Psalm: just looks at him like did I say something wrong... Finn: when their eyes meet finn looks away quickly, crossing his arms and huffing Psalm: hmm not gonna ruin my day.. Cimmorro: cimm just nods at what psalm is saying @ finn "dental can be pretty diverse regardless of your lineage anyway"

Han: @ psalm "is it that much different from shorewater?" sus but also very curious Psalm: "No, it's a lot more mountainous, and the buildings are a lot older too. Aesthetically I actually like it more than Shorewater, it's kind of a romantic place given how historic everything looks ^_^ Ackran in general, I mean." Han: han goes ooo.. i like mountains..... * is imagining smth insane in her head probably * Finn: @ cimmorro "mind if i ask you something else actually?..." Cimmorro: "....? sure? could be your turn now" Finn: "what do you think of emerick? 🤨 actually, anyones free to comment on this" Psalm: "I like earnest people though, which is what he seems to be based on the sole interaction I had with him." Han: "hoooooot" hans gazes into the middle distance thinking about the tits "he seems like prude though" single tears Finn: finn looking at her like girl same Cimmorro: "he's funny." he gives it a little more thought "good looking too though im not too sure how to feel about people who are too focused on cop work though, they tend to be quite a strain to be with longterm" Finn: "oh?" finn tilts his head "how so?" Cimmorro: "tend to be too strict.... a bit of an earful... i dont find that kind of thing amusing. the bluey from the ball seems to be a unique one though" Psalm: "Good point. Not a fan of guards/cops myself honestly." Cimmorro: "i can respect their work, (tfw lawful church) though i wouldn't want to hang out with them more often than i should be. in most cases anyway..." Finn: finn gets all giddy at the mention of ioren, nodding enthusiastically "hes different! hes special! but otherwise i can see the points you two[psalm] are making.....despite everything im inclined to agree" Psalm: "He was funny when I charmed him that one time," Psalm says, laughing. Cimmorro: cimm raises a brow with an amused smile @ finn "wow he really got you huh?" Finn: “...no he didn’t” Cimmorro: cimm just L O L Psalm: psalm like ? i see i missed something else joining late but whatever Cimmorro: @ psalm “i felt sorta bad for him but it was pretty funny at the same time" he snickers "least he was a good sport about it" Psalm: "Yeah, could've been a bit more helpful though. I think Emerick was about ready to kill me." Cimmorro: "you would've been fine. i was right behind you ^_^ " Psalm: :y Cimmorro: "i think that wraps up that question. psalm can have his turn again" Psalm: "Oh joy." Cimmorro: "at this point you shouldve been able to pick up what type of game it is finn wants to play as to avoid upsetting the prince any further 😂" Psalm: "I'll tread carefully." Finn: finn squints at this, @ cimm literally unbothered because he considers cimm a closer ally than psalm rn, thinks its playful at worst Han: han starts on another cocktail just in case 

Psalm: Psalm literally closes his eyes to think hard about what to ask 💭 "Worst lay? I guess. Sorry Han I'm kind of stealing your question." Cimmorro: "my first time was really embarrassing to say the least so ill put that up there as my worst" he pauses in thought. it wasnt even that bad it was just really stress inducing so he takes that as bad. Han: han makes another face like she bit into a lemon "like .. four people have kicked me out of bed for being 'too brutal'... one threw stuff at me, that was pretty mortifying." she looks more embarrased with herself lolol Finn: "sounds rather mild for ones worst lay..." he thinks about his own answer which isnt really all that bad either until han speaks up- Cimmorro: "mild? it was humiliating eugh" he just pouts Han: she finished the cocktail and takes a biiig gulp lol Psalm: Psalm just looks at her like oh my god girl "Am I allowed to laugh" Han: 😥 "only for exactly 10 seconds" Cimmorro: "ill time him for you han" Psalm: "That kind of takes the fun out of it..." Han: "worst was news made it back to ferrie chris and she gave me BIG talking to.. then sent me to ruel" han slowly sinks behind the bar recalling this "i guess you can laugh for more than 10 seconds, it was bad" Finn: "IT WAS THAT RECENT?" Han: BIG SIPPY, NOT MAKING EYE CONTACT "SOME PEOPLE WERE REALLY INTO IT!!!!!! I DIDNT KNOW IT WAS FROWNED AT !!!!!!!" Psalm: "I think I'm starting to feel embarrassed for you. [tails.jpeg]  I regret asking." Finn: finn puts his head into his hands Cimmorro: "good grief i dont even know if i want to ask what it is you were doing"  Han: "im not answering that" sticks her tongue out Cimmorro: "thank you for deciding for me" 😔cimm turns to finn "you havent answered" Finn: "huh?" he lifts his head up "oh right. it seems kind of mundane now that we've heard hans story. anyway.....i consider my worst lays to be the ones ive had with women" he sort of grimaces at the memory Han: han understands some people have preferences but shes like i cant believe this...i wouldve treated u right queens.. she does laugh at finn tho Cimmorro: cimm also just fuckin laughs like what can u even say to that Psalm: "Uh..any reason for that or.." Finn: finn just looking at them like this [tails.jpeg] Han: "do you not like women at all or were you just on the receiving end of girls like me that get kicked out of brothels" 😂 but shes crying for making fun of herself Cimmorro: "happy pride to finn" Finn: he squints at han and psalm "it wasnt like what han is saying... but its still rather personal" he fidgets with his clothes "i did admit what my worst lay was so-" @ cimmorro [tails.jpeg] Cimmorro: "why are you so surprised?" Psalm: "Yeah" Finn: he just kind of continues to stare like that for a moment @ cimm before going "i wish i knew how to put my feelings about you into words" Psalm: Psalm like Uhhhh???????? Han: han starts downing her drink again Cimmorro: :y Finn: "have any of you ever cried or experienced a really strong emotion, only for something really bizarre to happen to you so youre so perplexed you couldnt even continue processing whatever was upsetting you before? thats how i feel when cimmorro opens his mouth" Cimmorro: "what did i even say wrong this time 😭 " Finn: "how about we dont adress that for a little while longer? (pained smile)" Cimmorro: cimm wonders if this constitutes to finn needing to dance now Han: han thinks and then nods in understanding "cannot imagine ever feeling that perplexed about cimmy tho" Psalm: Psalm actually laughs at this and says "Every time you two talk about each other it makes less sense to me." Finn: “ :| perhaps no one else is meant to understand" Han: "whose turn is it........... i have question" Cimmorro: "can be yours. I've lost track at this point" Han: she leans on the bar, chin in hands "whats dating like? what do you do??" Cimmorro: cimms kinda surprised by the innocent question compared to the other ones so far. "it's a time you spend with someone. for romantic dates you can get to know each other and be affectionate.... give flowers, hold hands. to put it simply it's a time dedicated for you and your partner to do whatever you please" Psalm: "Yeah Id say it depends on who you're dating honestly. So it really falls back on what your idea of romance is." Finn: "i wouldnt be able to tell you anything more useful than those two. the most romance ive experienced is in my mind, havent found the one myself yet" he snorts Han: han staring into the ceiling, swirling thoughts around "how do you.. figure out what your idea of romance is...." Psalm: "Trial and error." Han: "bleeeeh" Psalm: "That's just how it is. ^_^ " Finn: "i wouldnt necessarily agree with 'trial and error'...." he raises an eyebrow at psalm Psalm: "Oh? And why is that?" Finn: "or i suppose...it depends on what exactly you mean with that" Psalm: "Well I only have one relationship's worth of experience myself, but if you don't know about romance then the best thing to do would be to get some practical experience. Fiction is often romanticized, so while it might give you ideas you won't know for sure until you feel things out for yourself. At least, that's what I think...anyways." Finn: "is that so? i think cimmorros more on the right track. but perhaps my idea of romance just differes too much from all of yours anyway" he leans back and stretches "i cant imagine not knowing" Psalm: "I think what we're saying is kind of similar though? 😅 I could always read and think 'wow having a knife against ny throat is sexy' and then hate it in real life you know ^_^ " Finn: "that sounds unlikely to me 🤨 " < clueless Psalm: "Well, some things you might know for sure, others it might be good to get practical experience. f you dont know though, then might as well try. Is what I mean." Finn: "i suppose...its not bad advice for someone like han" he huffs "clearly she doesnt know after all" Psalm: "That is who I'm giving advice to right now, yes ^_^ "

Cimmorro: cimm laughs a bit. "everything takes a little practice, that's all. like how you learned to pick up a bow.... though you can also try to get some ideas from books, plays.... stuff like that. though you won't really know until you try it yourself" Han: han mulls this over "oh. yeah. i see..." she huffs out a laugh, kind of sadly "the act of bettering oneself, of course" Cimmorro: "what's the matter?" he thought she'd enjoy his analogy w the bow 😔 Han: she blinks at cimm a couple times before being like oh i am kinda sad lol "thats just what ..everyone in my tribe repeated. i guess i wish it didnt followed me so close." Cimmorro: he makes a face thats like 'ahhh....' and knows well enough the topic of her tribe is a sore one. "it's just how life is... well, think of it in a way that you're discovering yourself! bettering sounds a bit of a chore." he snorts "isn't it more exciting to find out new things you might like?" Han: han takes cimms words pretty seriously and weighs out "i guess so..." she sounds pretty non committal but its easy to tell u struck a nerve with her lol

Psalm: "Han if you're not busy would you want to go on a date with me? ^_^ Maybe you could learn a thing or two." Han: han looks at psalm like :O "really?? you wanna?? i got kicked out from kitchen so im free...???" SHES LIKE... LIKE YE LETS GO BUT ALSO CONFUSED Psalm: "You got kicked out- well, anyways, I wouldn't ask if I didn't want to? I did say earlier I haven't been on any myself so think of it as a learning experience for the both of us." Han: "yea?? sure? i didnt expect it to be this easy to get date... but yes??" nods more with every word

Cimmorro: he shuts his eyes and seems to sigh to himself mostly. best not say another word. he takes this as a cue to up and leave however. "i should start heading to my own bed. i promised willow I'll be early tomorrow" he picks up a sleeping jasper and offers a wave to the group and says nothing else as he heads up. Psalm: "Night Cimmorro." Han: han gets out of her stupor and says goodnight back Finn: finn waves as well but refrains from saying anything, he blinks briefly as he watches whats happening between psalm and han and decides this is a good point of departure for him as well "it was fun playing together but ill retire for the night as well" he unceremoniously takes his leave Han: also waves him goodnight Psalm: he just waves at him since he'll see him in their room later anyways "I mean if you ask someone the worst thing they can do is say no right? * Rembering the knife comment from earlier * well I hope. I'll think of some things we can do and get back to you tomorrow, you know Shorewater better than I do anyways." Han: actually han has probably been slowly blue screening over the convo w psalm, her chin in hands position slowly turning into face in hands position and going pink "erm... okay....i? will think? yes." error han.exe not found Psalm: "Great, let me know if there's any shops or anything you want to do also. I think I'll probably head to my room myself now, though, so we can talk tomorrow ^_^ " Han: shes just like, uh huh, see ya, but not present 

Eventually Psalm also excuses himself for bed after a time, the group across the inn ready themselves for sleep as the night wanes ever on.

Psalm and Finn Roomie Awkwardness - 3/27 🔮🦇 

After bidding Han a good night Psalm makes his way back to his room, somewhat lost in thought about his plans for tomorrow, creaking open the door where Finn himself idles.

Finn: finn is torn between acting like he doesnt care and ignoring psalm, just to see if he would even care - which he most likely wouldnt - and immediately bothering him, which also wouldnt be that great, probably. so when psalm actually comes in hes still undecided, but decides to sit up in his coffin a bit, eyeing him like this 🤨 for a good couple minutes "how strange to see you here" Psalm: Psalm is equally as 🤨 before he goes "Strange to see me in my own room...?" Finn: "well...." finn rolls his eyes "if i had as little fun as you at the table i wouldve asked han to go on a date with me right away rather than tomorrow" Psalm: "Did I seem like I wasn't having fun?" Psalm asks. He rests his chin in his hand in thought (like this kinda 🤔 ) before going "Well, in any case, I'm not really fond of last minute plans. Better to give it some thought overnight." Finn: finn snorts half heartedly at that, so its more like just an exhale "if i didnt know any better i wouldve anticipated you leaving any round- actually, i in fact dont know any better. im not sure why you stuck around" Psalm: "Hmm next time I see three of my companions sitting together I'll be sure to ignore them then, since evidently that makes more sense to you  than me joining them," he snorts. "But I got a date out of it so clearly I was right to stick around /s" ^_^ Finn: theres a glass shattering sound somewhere in finns brain right now, he quickly recovers though and starts laughing "oh and what a date! surely youll have such a riveting time together! my apologies psalm, i shouldve known im not stupid enough to be up your alley" Psalm: he just stares at Finn quietly for minute or so trying to piece this out in his head before he goes, "I'm not really sure why you're so agitated but Han's not stupid" He walks over to his bed and sits down on it, casually removing his cape so he can get changed "Going to have to do better than that if you want to piss me off Finn, although honestly I'm not really sure why you're so hellbent on doing that today." Finn: "huh... couldve fooled me, sounds so genuine when it comes out of your mouth" he replies flatly and decides to turn over as psalm removes his cape. he shrugs "not like thats important. lets talk about why han isnt stupid, apparently" Psalm: "Why would we do that?" Finn: "oh? not in the mood anymore to defend her? not like ill complain about getting to save my breath" Psalm: "No, that's not really it. There's just no point because it's not why you're mad at me..." Psalm sighs, right now he feels like he's arguing with a child. Finn: "why are you suddenly bringing that up?" he really was on the verge of letting his foul mood win over completely. earlier psalm jumped to hans defense instead of adressing that...to finn, psalms priorities are cemented. so why.... Psalm: "It's not sudden if it's happening right now Finn, c'mon ☠" Finn: finn wishes he could look at psalm, but instead he'll have to do everything in his power to pour all his disgust into his voice "it just didnt sound like you wanted to talk about it is all. you know, i ought to stop being mad at you actually, i wouldnt care either if i had a date with a stupid oaf who-" finn cuts himself off, unpleasant imagery flashing in his mind of times where psalm has been rather kind to him like in the palace or when hes turned into a bat on multiple occasions. part of him.... feels uneasy about lashing out. his tone shifts considerably, more somber "i dont think we have anything to gain from discussing it, really" Psalm: Psalm is completely confused as to why Finn keeps going back to Han and this date, or how they even got there in the first place, especially since he seems to have just been annoyed ever since Psalm joined the others at the table. Maybe he's just mad at him for no reason which in all honesty, is the kind of thing Finn would- wait a minute.. Psalm raises an eyebrow calmly before asking, "You're not mad because I asked Han on a date are you?" He cringes. Just a little bit Finn: what made psalm think that?.. well he has been rattling on about it but "huh? what? no. i dont even care about that" he also cringes just a little. "hard for me to be irritated with you the whole game for something that happened at the end of it" Psalm: Psalm crosses his arms,"So what does 'I'm not stupid enough to be up your alley' mean?" Finn: "psalm..................................are you done changing?" Psalm: "Huh? Oh yeah." SLEEP WEAR ON Finn: finn turns around and just looks at psalm like this :y "are you serious?" Psalm: "Dead serious." Finn: "you wouldnt happen to remember how i called you truly clueless on the night of the ball, would you?" Psalm: "I'm starting to get deja vu..." 😥 Finn: "mhm. thats all ill say about that ^_^ " Psalm: Psalm gives him the most unimpressed look he can muster. like he's GENUINELY getting annoyed Finn: finn just kinda smiles now "anything else you wanted to know?" Psalm: "From you? No. I think I'll give up for today." Finn: "fine by me" finn briefly thinks about shutting his coffin then and there. he would certainly have to put more effort if psalm was only going to give up for today "i have nothing more to tell you either" he then shuts it Psalm: Psalm just sighs to himself like, "Starting to get Cimmorro's pov more with each day." 🤨

Despite the awkward air the two eventually falling asleep, though Psalm’s could hardly be called anything restful.

[diaamantes]

Airport Reunion [March 30, 2019]

COMPLETE

Juno gives Valentino a playful wink and nudge as she sees that Arrow was there to greet him for their customary Airport Reunion Bangs, giving her friends a two fingered salute before looking through the crowds for Jade, breaking into a sprint as she sees her, enveloping her into a tight hug before peppering her face with kisses. “I missed youuuuuu lassie!” She exclaims, before pulling Jade into a more lingering kiss.

Jade slinks through the airport popping a few more ibuprofen, until she feels the harsh impact of Juno rushing into her, settling into the embrace and furthermore into the kiss, feeling the cloud slowly disperse the more she gives herself into the moment. "Me too." She lowly mirrors back, once she feels Juno begin to draw back, taking hold of her hand, "So...how was it?" She finally moves to ask, as she adjusts her sunglasses, moving to slide through the crowd, alongside Juno.

"Good, but would have been sooooo much better if you were there," Juno says sincerely as she takes Jade's hand, moving through the crowd as she recounts the high points of her trip, from Arlo's insistence on looking like the Bugs Bunny for half the trip, the bomb ass trip, and how funny it was that Wyn got knocked out by Grappa like a rookie. "What about you? Any wild shenanigans happen while I was away?" Juno replies, playfully wiggling her eyebrows.

Jade takes in Juno's anecdotes from the trip, not having realized it was such a big production, as they part through the overcrowded building outside, absentmindedly scratching her fingers through her hair as she hears the question directed back. "All quiet over here." She offers back, her mind drifting over the time spent apart, most of it a hazy afterthought, giving a non-committal shrug, thinking through what Juno would be in the mood for after the killer flight, "...food?"

"Damn, Jasp didn't even take you out one night for Margs? Gotta return him to Brother's Depot," Juno playfully teases back, before excitedly clapping her hands. "Ohmygoooooood, I'm dying for a burg," she replies, before firing a finger gun at Jade. "Plus...maybe even a Lime In The Coconut Taco Fiesta Reunion tonight? See if you can't get the roomies out so we can soak up the girlfriend time?"

"Still waiting, going on...20 plus years now. I'll let you know once I get to the front of the line if my warranty is expired." She offers back, hailing for a cab. "Why wait, we can get delivery after all." She offers back, drawing Juno's arms around her as she draws her into another slow, warm kiss.

"If you do return him, can we like...get Burg Credit for him?" Juno playfully offers, wiggling her eyebrows playfully, before a grin flashes across Juno's lips as she hears Jade's words. "I like the way you think," Juno replies, before melting into the kiss, wanting to savor the moment, having missed it.

Jade rests in the warm moment with Juno, until she hears the beeping sound causing her to move her attention over to the cab, taking hold of Juno's hand as she slides into the cab, making room for her suitcase, as she gives the cabbie the address, moving to text Jasper to see if he could help her out with clearing the place for a few hours, sliding to her top food app to place a welcome home burgstravaganza for them, sliding her phone back into her pocket as she moves to continue the moment where they had left off.

Juno moves to take Jade's hand, getting back to where they left off, welcoming the moment before drawing back, looking at Jade with a mischievous glint in her eyes. "Want to start the welcome home a bit early?" She whispers lowly, sliding a glance at the cabbie who was focused on the road.

Jade moves to place her glasses on the top of her head as her fingers lightly graze across her lips, blinking a bit at the brightness of the day seeming to flow inside the cab, casting a instinctual glance over at the older man, before turning back to Juno, slowly sliding her hand overtop her body, sneaking her hand up and under the thin fabric of her shirt, her thumb moving against her nipple as she moves her lips back onto Juno's.

Juno teasingly wiggles her eyebrows before drawing Jade into a deep kiss, moving to unbutton Jade's pants as she begins to snake one of her hands downward, beginning her motions, figuring the cab dude would keep his eyes on the road, or not, it didn't matter to her and her agenda for the rest of the cab ride.

Jade takes a sharp inhale of breath as she feels Juno's hand slide between her thighs, feeling the dexterous motions, drawing her hand from under her shirt to take hold of her face, "I really missed you." She breathes as their lips momentarily separate until Jade's lips crush hard against Junos in an attempt to keep herself quiet as pings of pleasure shoot through her body.

"I really missed you, too. I love you," Juno replies softly against Jade's lips she continues her motions, wanting to bring Jade as much pleasure as she could until they were able to fully reunite, carrying on until their cab arrived at Jade's place.

Jade moves her hand onto Juno's wrist as she feels herself edging closer than she had intended, wanting to cease her motions, the last thing she wanted to do is to cum in some dingy, dusty ass cab, for fuck's sake, a small breath releasing from her as she feels Juno's fingers slide from within her, drawing her into one final soft kiss. Running her fingers loosely through her hair, as she takes another breath, leaning back onto the seat, settling herself back down as she moves to zip and button her jeans back up, accidentally catching the cabbie's gaze as she looks over through the front window, a slight swirl of disgust passing through her in the moment. A sigh of relief moving through her as they arrive at her apartment complex, drawing some cash out of her pocket and handing it over, as she slides out in a flash, taking hold of Juno's...heavy ass suitcase as she does. "The...fuck is even in here?" She asks, a low grunt escaping her before they make the jaunt up to her apartment, turning her key into the door, ready to continue unfettered, where they had left off minus the random silent judgey vibes, hopefully, but who the fuck knew.

Jasper looks up from his computer as he hears the door open, a small strike of surprise moving through him as he sees Juno moving into the apartment, especially considering their plans for tonight, giving Jade a quick look, raising his eyebrow to try to inaudibly ask if Juno was coming out to celebrate too without having to say it, unsure if she had told Juno yet or wanted to.

"What...are you...still doing...here?" Jade asks of her brother, not having expected him to still be lingering around, rolling her hands out as she does so, "Did you not pay your phone bill...or?"

Jasper looks at Jade as he glances up from his phone. "Tonight?" He offers, trying to be as discreet as possible while still having his sister get what he was talking about.

Jade throws up a hasty thumbs up, dropping Juno's monster of a suitcase down beside the couch, leading her forward to her room as she moves to wordlessly mouth, "Go away," towards Jasper, finalizing her order on her phone as she kicks off her shoes, "Remind me where we were again?" She muses, before moving ontop of Juno onto the bed drawing her into a heated kiss, as she works to get her clothes off.

Juno takes in Jasper's words, before moving with her girlfriend into the bedroom and into the heated kiss, working to get her own clothes off. "What's tonight?" She asks, wiggling her brows in between the kiss as she recalls Jasper's words.

"No one knowssss." She replies back, working on Juno's jeans as she draws her into another kiss, ready to get her off the topic, and commence with the reunion bit of this shindig, wanting to cue the fireworks and all that shit.

Juno moves heatedly into the kiss as she works on getting Jade's pants off, before another knock on the door cuts through the moment. "Is it like...Jasp's birthday and I totally forgot?" She teases, letting out a laugh at the ridiculousness of that prospect given that Jade and Jasper shared the same birthday.

"It cannnn be. What'd you get me?" She lowly questions, pressing herself further against Juno.

Juno wiggles her eyebrows as she’s about to make the big reveal before she hears the door knock again before the knob begins to turn as Jasper enters.

Jasper opens the door just a crack so he could speak to Jade, not looking in, knowing fuck all could be going on in there. “Got the shit,” he informs, figuring they could start pregaming now if they both wanted to.

Jade lets out an exasperated huff of breath, "One sec...sex." Jade promises to Juno with a quick kiss, quickly throwing on an oversized tee, as she forcefully swings the door open, grabbing hold of her brother's arm as she leads him away from her door. "Hey, hi, heyyyy. So. Quick little questionaroonie here. What part of go...awayyyy. Did you not understand the away or the go? Should I have said 'fuck off'? How could I make this experience more smooth, please fill the survey out and let us know." Jade irratadedly remarks, giving him a look. "What? What? What? What do you have Gollum?"

Jasper moves to pull the bag of pills out from his pocket, holding it up as he offers it to Jade. "Pregame?" He offers, finding it a good mix to start out the night, figuring the more intense stuff could come later, after his sister went home, if the night merited it.

Jade's brow furrows as she takes in the baggie, snatching it out of Jasper's hand. "What the fuck is this?"

Jasper gives Jade a quick shrug. “Party favors,” he offers.

"What?!" Jade snaps back, "Since when do you use these? You're supposed to be the fucking...Smart One."

Jasper gives a quick shrug in response, looking at was within the mix. “Good before going out,” he offers.

"Really. That's It?" She asks, looking at him for a few beats before shouldering herself inside the bathroom, dumping the contents into the toliet, giving the handle a harsh flush, throwing the empty bag at her brother. "What's next? You gonna off yourself too? Cut me...some fucking slack." She mutters pushing back into her room, moving to yank open her drawers, rifling through them roughly sliding on a pair of panties, as she continues to look through her dresser.

Jasper gives a quick shrug, moving to take out his phone, responding to the text from Camillo and Nicky, heading out of the room, figuring he’d just go out himself.

Juno notices Jade come back into the room after talking with Jasper, rolling over to take in her girlfriend. “Something up?” She asks, a strike of concern moving through her.

"Jasper is a fucking idiot." She harshly remarks back, stressing emphasis on the last word. "Get dressed. We're blowing this bitch."

"What did he do?" Juno asks, moving to pick up her clothes from off of the floor and quickly put them back on.

"He's on pills and who the fuck knows what else outta nowhere and he just drops that shit like it's fucking nothing. Like he's a fuckin' zomb." She mutters, sliding a pair of shorts on, throwing her shirt to the side as she moves to put on a bra.

"What?" Juno replies, the fact taking her a bit by surprise. "That's what he was...trying to tell you about?"

"Yeah. He got "party favors" for us, Lucky ducky style. Sweet, right?" Juno sarcastically offers back, with a rough chuckle, as she pulls a shirt on over her head. "Y'know...I really feel for the kid, he's got it fucked on both sides shit runs deep, who knows though right? Maybe, he'll be the actual Lucky one, not take after any of us. What a thought...right." She murmers, breezing out of her room.

"Why's he out getting party favors?" Juno asks, trying to furrow her brow, remembering him mentioning "tonight." "Was something going on, like...shit from Dick?" She asks, wondering if this was just a one-time thing where maybe he was just trying to find a high, before following Jade out of the room, before catching sight of Jasper on his way out the door, realizing he might be going off to do fuck knows what, before grabbing his hand. "It's been a while since we all went to Davey's together?" Juno offers, moving to grab Jasper's hand to stop him from leaving.

"Ask him." Jade flips back, once she catches sight of him in the doorway, "Probably over some dipshit, who wasn't worth his time anyway, comment cliché."

"C'mere, you're coming with us, my dude," Juno remarks to Jasper, linking her arm with his as they make their way out of the door walking with him for a second, before asking him to bend down, moving to give him a sharp slap on the cheek. "What the fuck are you doing?" She asks him seriously.

Jasper feels the sudden sharp smack on his cheek, a flit of irritation moving through him at Juno getting all in his business, resisting the urge to roll his eyes at her. "Going out," he replies bluntly back.

"Then. Go." Jade dryly states back, holding her hand out, giving Juno a Look to let go of his hand. "Fuck off."

Juno takes Jade's hand, taking in her Look, before looking back at Jasper, not wanting to let go of his hand as she takes in his tone, what she knew, a gut feeling that she had. "Come get ice cream," she says to him seriously. "Nech sa deje čokoľvek, nepotrebujete to," she says slowly, trying to recall all the words in Slovak, but saying it seriously nonetheless.

Jasper's lip twitches as he stares back at Juno, a coldness moving through him as he takes in her words, yanking his hand away from her. "Čo to kurva viete," (what the fuck do you know) he says to Juno, his tone ice, as he takes out his phone, feeling his head begin to pound.

A sharp pang moves through Juno as she watches Jasper move away, feeling helpless, in the moment, like, like...her mind moves towards that day, when she heard the news, just a train ride away, close enough to maybe have...done something, feeling a strike of emotion surge through her even as she steels herself, telling herself fuck well she was not going to cry, not now, over this, biting her lip as she lets go of Jade's hand, feeling like shit in the moment, for failing to stop Jasper, for...she takes a sharp breath, hoping her gut feeling was wrong.

"Jedzte péro, Jasper." Jade plainly states back, flipping him off, taking hold of Juno's hand once again, as she feels her drop it. "C'mon, fuck him. He's a selfish cunt, comes with the territory. ...Let's go."

Juno lets out a breath, not knowing what the fuck else there was she could do, before looking back at Jade. "...Okay," she replies, trying to shake that gnawing gut sensation that whatever Jasper was intending to get up to that night...wasn't good.

- Later that Night -

Juno sits with Jade at the midnight cheesecake place, trying to set her mind off of things with Jasper and focus on her girlfriend, absentmindedly moving her fork around on the plate. "I kind of...want to check on Jasper, but I have no idea where the fuck he'd be," Juno says, recalling that he maybe had like...one or two friends in high school that weren't her, Jade, or Lucky, furrowing her brow. "That roomie guy of yours...would he be with him?"

"Doubt it." Jade offers back with a yawn, taking another slow bite of her cheescake, chasing it with her dry martini.

Juno furrows her brow, trying to recall who else Jasper even knew, letting out a deep sigh. "Is this...a new thing?" Juno asks Jade. "Jasper...doing this shit?"

Jade gives a nonchalant shrug, "Try asking him again. See how that pans out for you." She declares raising her glass over to her. "So. I dropped outta school..."

Juno furrows her brow, before a shot in the dark idea pops into her head, moving to text Noor, Jade's words barely phasing her as she does so. "...cool," she replies, trying to finalize the text, hoping by some stroke of luck that's where he was, vaguely recalling Nicky being thirsty on one of Jasper's posts.

A twitch passes across Jade's lips as she hears the response, "...And, I got a job offer in Shreveport. Figured you could come?" She offers, "Or, I don't know. We could just break up? Sound cool?"

Juno stares at her phone for a few more moments, a wave of worry still moving through her, before she takes in Jade's words, a small smile twitching onto her lips in spite of all the shit that was going on. "Fuck," she replies, placing her hands on top of Jade's. "You got a job? That's so kickass, and I'm proud of you," she says, before her mind drifts back to the situation at hand. "I'm just...worried about Jasp, y'know? He seemed...off," she admits, before looking at Jade. "Maybe I could transfer there, get a clean start, get out of the...hole I'm in, at the dead fucking bottom of the law class, where I can't get a job so we can get that place of our own together?" Juno offers, finding the idea of starting somewhere new, somewhere where she could do better, be by Jade's side...really nice.

A small smile teases onto Jade's lips, "Yeah. It's not super killer or anything but it should be chill and just the right touch of ironic for me to enjoy plus I heard they have this craw daddy burg and it's a personal duty to check every kind off the list right?...So...that a yes?" She inquires as she takes in Juno's musings.

"It's a hell yes," Juno affirms with a smile, before pulling Jade into a kiss, before she hears her phone buzz, a bit of relief moving over her as she sees that Jasper is with Noor's friends. "So, Jasp is with Nicky and some...ass guy?" She remarks. "So like, he's probs having a wild ass time, but not like...with the kind of people Lucky used to hang with," Juno offers, knowing Nicky was probably just out to have a good time. "Still worried about him, though."

A full smile breaks onto Jade's lips as she hears the affirmation, indulging in the kiss for a few blissful moments until she feels Juno pull back, moving to polish off her drink as she hears the conversation pivot back to Jasper, yet again. "You wanna chloroform, kidnap, ransom him up?" She dryly offers in return. "Other than that, I'm outta ideas and fucks to give."

Juno furrows her brow, not exactly sure What she wanted to do about the whole Jasper situation, before looking at her girlfriend. "You're pissed at him for pulling this shit, aren't you?" She says, after taking in Jade's words.

"Mm. Too small of a word." She notes back, with a slight shrug of her shoulder's.

"He'll be okay, if he's just with Noor and Nicky and their crew," Juno offers, before looking at Jade, taking her hand, giving it a squeeze, softly trailing her thumb along her hand. "Maybe...he needs some fresh air somewhere, too, somewhere..." She trails off, not wanting to finish that sentence, knowing that it was probably hard for him, being back in New York, where he and Lucky had grown up together...where she died.

Jade closes her eyes tightly releasing a breath through her nostrils, slowly attempting to roll her shoulders, leaning her neck from side to side trying to loosen it as she feels the gentle motions along her hand, "...Fine. Let's go, chop him up into bite-size sushi pieces, we can put him in your suitcase..."

Juno nods her head, squeezing Jade’s hand. “Get in, get out, drop kick Jasp’s ass, get burgs?” She offers, a small bit of teasing moving into her tone.

"Mmmm." Jade lowly hums as she feels the squeeze, hearing Juno's words, a peek of a smirk beginning to form in the corner of her lips, dropping some cash onto the table, drawing Juno up. "C'mon then. Where's the idiot at?"

“This place called Plan B?” Juno offers, moving to google the address so she could grab a Lyft.

"...Of course, it is. Hilarious." Jade muses, heading out of the establishment, indulging in a cigarette as they wait for the ride to bullshitland.

Juno heads out of the restaurant, heading into the Lyft with Jade, hopping out when they reach the club, holding onto Jade’s hand. “Keep an eye out for bright pink hair,” Juno informs, finding Noor likely to be the easiest one to spot in the club, sure that Nicky and the ass guy and Jasper wouldn’t be too far away.

Jade gives an eye roll, as she hears the mention of "pink" hair, keeping her eyes peeled for the "girl", in question bumping pass the drunken rejects, catching sight of the spritely slut herself watching as she catches her riding on someone's lap, turning her head to catch sight of her brother, fishing a few bucks and spare change out of her pocket and throwing it in the girls direction, drawing her brother up. "C'mon idiot."

Jasper looks up at Jade, a flit of surprise moving through him as he wonders if it was actually her or just some hallucination, before getting up with her, giving her a small nod in reply, momentarily looking back at Nicky and Camillo, before following her out.

Jade leads her brother and Juno back out of the eardrum popping club, letting out a grateful breath once they're outside, swirling back around to Jasper. "We're leaving, for good this time. Onto greener pastures. You in or you out?"

Jasper nods his head, not sure where exactly Jade meant, but...feeling a need to get away from the bullshit of this place and all of the bullshit it carried, giving her a simple thumbs up in response.

"No. I need to hear you say it..." Jade insists seriously back, not finding it good enough at the moment, "If you come, you gotta leave this shit, and especially whatever the fuck you're on...have been on, here."

“I’ve tried,” Jasper ventures back, thinking on the time he had been clean at Cornell, only to...fall back on it again, before looking at his sister seriously. “But I want to try again.”

A swirl of surprise moves through Jade, causing her head to move back a bit as she processes the information, letting out a breath as she closes her eyes momentarily, finding the phrase an uncomfortable echo of the past, trying to shake it off at the moment as the palm of her hand swipes across her eye, watching as Juno takes hold of Jasper's other hand in the interim. "C'mon...we can talk about all the shit tomorrow." She settles on, leading the duo down the street, hailing a cab to take them back home.

Jasper nods his head, giving Jade a small squeeze of her hand, before heading into the cab, ready to sleep it all off and deal with it in the morning.

[micebrandy29-blog]

THE KITCHY CABIN MASTER LOFT TOUR

The room that made us buy the cabin was the master bedroom. Tucked upstairs, it has soaring A-Frame ceilings and a vintage wood burning fireplace. There’s a roomy balcony that had me daydreaming about cups of cocoa at tree height during the wintertime. But, it was sort of dark and the bathroom was insane. Seriously. The ceiling was a grand 6’8” high and the mirror was a 6 inch strip running like a backsplash along the sink, which was on the sloping side of the A-Frame. This was not a bathroom built for a woman. Hunched over, best guessing my make up is not my favorite first-thing-in-the-morning posture. I wanted every aspect of the master suite to be rejuvenating – a special escape in the mountains.

The first thing I needed to do was paint the ceiling. I wanted it to be light and airy, and painting the ceiling a bright, fresh white (I used White Picket Fences by Dunn Edwards. The ceiling, especially at this dramatic angle, bounces light around the space, almost as if you added a window. But I didn’t want to lose the cabin look, so I kept the beams in their natural wood tone. Once we discovered the bathroom could be any ceiling height we liked, it was pushed all the way up to the beams, a glorious 10 feet high. I removed the mirrored closet doors and added simple drapes by The Shade Store in Ecru.  I love the softness it adds to the room, accenting the ceiling height. For the furniture, I wanted to continue the mid century fun from downstairs, but with a bit more elegance. 

The master bedroom is meant to be a retreat, a room for lazy hours, and I wanted the furniture to reflect that. The core piece is the bed, and honestly, this is my favorite bed ever. It’s the most comfortable thing I’ve ever laid my head on. We started with a Saatva Classic innerspring mattress. Not only does this mattress hug you in a cloud-like sleep, there’s a firm support underneath it all. So instead of feeling like you’re sinking into your bed, you feel like you’re floating. After giving birth to James I’ve struggled with my arms falling asleep before I do, and with this mattress that feeling has gone away. It’s about the details with this mattress. Individually wrapped coils respond and contour to every body shape while lumbar support comes from a high quality memory foam layer, providing additional pressure relief while helping reduce stress and tension from the lower back (an answer to my constantly tight and sore Husband’s prayers!). Saatva’s Classic innerspring mattresses are built with a tempered steel support lower coil base, creating a long lasting, sustainable mattress with increased durability and is the best design to prevent sagging.The euro pillow top is incredibly luxurious and soft while their Guardin® botanical antimicrobial fabric treatment inhibits bacteria to prolong the life of the organic cotton fabric. I might be making the trip up the mountain just to sleep on this mattress.

On top of the mattress I did bedding by Parachute Home. My favorite out of the whole line is the Linen in blush. It has that perfect, soft and lived-in feeling. The down comforter and down pillows by Parachute make the bed a giant marshmallow dream – I love it! I love a light, cool sleep, so I went with breathable fabric that can be easily layered. The Matelasse Coverlet, which uses a traditional French weaving technique, is a great addition on a cold night. The walnut bed and all of the the bedroom furniture is by Room and Board. I wanted something elegant and soothing, but still with a pop of color, so I added the high backed Boden Chairs in Vance Rose with a little ottoman. Next to the modern Anton Bed and Hensley nightstands, there’s a nice blend of clean lines and soft, cozy textures. I added a faded red rug from Coco Carpets to anchor the whole room and hung a large abstract painting by Sabina Yannone to carry the color palette through the front of the room. 

Now back to that cavelike bathroom. Once it became an open box, we could create a much more open, efficient space. Craig and I are shower people, so we wanted a large, luxurious shower with modern finishes. I am so happy with how this mid century inspired pattern using Fireclay Tile in Daisy and Sea Glass turned out. It’s dramatic but still soothing and soft. I love crazy powder rooms but tend towards softer tones for master bathrooms. The modern Atrio fixtures by Grohe in the shower and sink make the space look so elegant. I love the lines, and it was especially fun mixing the brilliant chrome of the fixture with the antique brass Hinsdale sconces by Hudson Valley Lighting. The sconces reminded me of modernist versions of soap bubbles, and I loved them for a bathroom environment. For amenities, I decked out the house in my favorite skincare and hair line, True Botanicals. Not only do the products smell amazing, but they are one of the cleanest skincare and haircare lines on the market. Their ingredients are incredibly gentle but effective, and I live for the Nutrient Spray, which is in each bathroom. My skin gets so dry up in the mountains, so I spray my face every time I walk past a bathroom. You can’t have a luxurious bathroom experience without towels, and the Supreme Towels and Bathrobe by Parachute make it a next level situation. They’re just so damn plush!

Outside on the balcony is the perfect little nook for a cup of coffee among the trees.  I love these Jasper Chairs and planters by Rejuvenation – they look polished enough to be indoor furniture and add such a luxurious texture to the balcony. The touches of terracotta add a nice amount of warmth and break up the wood on wood textures.

Just outside the master bedroom door is a little loft area that is sort of an awkward size. Too big to leave alone but two small to make it a substantial seating area, I decided to make it a cozy reading nook. Shabby Chic makes some of the most comfortable couches I’ve ever sat in, and this seemed like the perfect corner for a marshmallowy couch to read and then fall asleep with a book on my face in. Because of the mid century look throughout, I went with their more modern shape, the Soho Couch and added their cozy throw pillows, vintage rug, and beautiful side tables. There’s a great view of the trees through some giant windows and I can’t wait to sit here, watching the snow fall. Above the reading nook is another painting by Sabina Yannone, echoing some of the colors found in the living room tile work. For lights, I wanted something simple that would work with the extreme angles of the ceiling, and the Tara light from Mitzi is perfect. It lets off a soft candle-like glow, and emphasizes the lines of the space beautifully. Just as you come up the stairs, there’s a small catwalk, and for some reason I instantly knew I wanted a little jungle of plants there. I used a variety of The Little Market baskets on top of the cutest little green carpet by Coco Carpets.

And that’s the upstairs of the cabin! I hope you guys enjoyed getting a walkthrough of the space. 

xoxo

Claire

Source: https://www.thekitchykitchen.com/the-kitchy-cabin-master-loft-tour/

[watchend76-blog]

THE KITCHY CABIN MASTER LOFT TOUR

The room that made us buy the cabin was the master bedroom. Tucked upstairs, it has soaring A-Frame ceilings and a vintage wood burning fireplace. There’s a roomy balcony that had me daydreaming about cups of cocoa at tree height during the wintertime. But, it was sort of dark and the bathroom was insane. Seriously. The ceiling was a grand 6’8” high and the mirror was a 6 inch strip running like a backsplash along the sink, which was on the sloping side of the A-Frame. This was not a bathroom built for a woman. Hunched over, best guessing my make up is not my favorite first-thing-in-the-morning posture. I wanted every aspect of the master suite to be rejuvenating – a special escape in the mountains.

The first thing I needed to do was paint the ceiling. I wanted it to be light and airy, and painting the ceiling a bright, fresh white (I used White Picket Fences by Dunn Edwards. The ceiling, especially at this dramatic angle, bounces light around the space, almost as if you added a window. But I didn’t want to lose the cabin look, so I kept the beams in their natural wood tone. Once we discovered the bathroom could be any ceiling height we liked, it was pushed all the way up to the beams, a glorious 10 feet high. I removed the mirrored closet doors and added simple drapes by The Shade Store in Ecru.  I love the softness it adds to the room, accenting the ceiling height. For the furniture, I wanted to continue the mid century fun from downstairs, but with a bit more elegance. 

The master bedroom is meant to be a retreat, a room for lazy hours, and I wanted the furniture to reflect that. The core piece is the bed, and honestly, this is my favorite bed ever. It’s the most comfortable thing I’ve ever laid my head on. We started with a Saatva Classic innerspring mattress. Not only does this mattress hug you in a cloud-like sleep, there’s a firm support underneath it all. So instead of feeling like you’re sinking into your bed, you feel like you’re floating. After giving birth to James I’ve struggled with my arms falling asleep before I do, and with this mattress that feeling has gone away. It’s about the details with this mattress. Individually wrapped coils respond and contour to every body shape while lumbar support comes from a high quality memory foam layer, providing additional pressure relief while helping reduce stress and tension from the lower back (an answer to my constantly tight and sore Husband’s prayers!). Saatva’s Classic innerspring mattresses are built with a tempered steel support lower coil base, creating a long lasting, sustainable mattress with increased durability and is the best design to prevent sagging.The euro pillow top is incredibly luxurious and soft while their Guardin® botanical antimicrobial fabric treatment inhibits bacteria to prolong the life of the organic cotton fabric. I might be making the trip up the mountain just to sleep on this mattress.

On top of the mattress I did bedding by Parachute Home. My favorite out of the whole line is the Linen in blush. It has that perfect, soft and lived-in feeling. The down comforter and down pillows by Parachute make the bed a giant marshmallow dream – I love it! I love a light, cool sleep, so I went with breathable fabric that can be easily layered. The Matelasse Coverlet, which uses a traditional French weaving technique, is a great addition on a cold night. The walnut bed and all of the the bedroom furniture is by Room and Board. I wanted something elegant and soothing, but still with a pop of color, so I added the high backed Boden Chairs in Vance Rose with a little ottoman. Next to the modern Anton Bed and Hensley nightstands, there’s a nice blend of clean lines and soft, cozy textures. I added a faded red rug from Coco Carpets to anchor the whole room and hung a large abstract painting by Sabina Yannone to carry the color palette through the front of the room. 

Now back to that cavelike bathroom. Once it became an open box, we could create a much more open, efficient space. Craig and I are shower people, so we wanted a large, luxurious shower with modern finishes. I am so happy with how this mid century inspired pattern using Fireclay Tile in Daisy and Sea Glass turned out. It’s dramatic but still soothing and soft. I love crazy powder rooms but tend towards softer tones for master bathrooms. The modern Atrio fixtures by Grohe in the shower and sink make the space look so elegant. I love the lines, and it was especially fun mixing the brilliant chrome of the fixture with the antique brass Hinsdale sconces by Hudson Valley Lighting. The sconces reminded me of modernist versions of soap bubbles, and I loved them for a bathroom environment. For amenities, I decked out the house in my favorite skincare and hair line, True Botanicals. Not only do the products smell amazing, but they are one of the cleanest skincare and haircare lines on the market. Their ingredients are incredibly gentle but effective, and I live for the Nutrient Spray, which is in each bathroom. My skin gets so dry up in the mountains, so I spray my face every time I walk past a bathroom. You can’t have a luxurious bathroom experience without towels, and the Supreme Towels and Bathrobe by Parachute make it a next level situation. They’re just so damn plush!

Outside on the balcony is the perfect little nook for a cup of coffee among the trees.  I love these Jasper Chairs and planters by Rejuvenation – they look polished enough to be indoor furniture and add such a luxurious texture to the balcony. The touches of terracotta add a nice amount of warmth and break up the wood on wood textures.

Just outside the master bedroom door is a little loft area that is sort of an awkward size. Too big to leave alone but two small to make it a substantial seating area, I decided to make it a cozy reading nook. Shabby Chic makes some of the most comfortable couches I’ve ever sat in, and this seemed like the perfect corner for a marshmallowy couch to read and then fall asleep with a book on my face in. Because of the mid century look throughout, I went with their more modern shape, the Soho Couch and added their cozy throw pillows, vintage rug, and beautiful side tables. There’s a great view of the trees through some giant windows and I can’t wait to sit here, watching the snow fall. Above the reading nook is another painting by Sabina Yannone, echoing some of the colors found in the living room tile work. For lights, I wanted something simple that would work with the extreme angles of the ceiling, and the Tara light from Mitzi is perfect. It lets off a soft candle-like glow, and emphasizes the lines of the space beautifully. Just as you come up the stairs, there’s a small catwalk, and for some reason I instantly knew I wanted a little jungle of plants there. I used a variety of The Little Market baskets on top of the cutest little green carpet by Coco Carpets.

And that’s the upstairs of the cabin! I hope you guys enjoyed getting a walkthrough of the space. 

xoxo

Claire

Source: https://www.thekitchykitchen.com/the-kitchy-cabin-master-loft-tour/

[wesleyskeeters-blog]

Staring at the boxes in the biggest space of their room, Wesley couldn’t help but have a flash of the boxes he had packed up from his old home. But the melancholy feeling withered away when he thought about the new beginning he’d have at Ashworth with Jasper and everyone else he’d be studying with. It was time to put the events of the past few months behind him and start over.

Sitting down on the floor with his legs crossed, Wesley began pulling some things out of a box. Mainly books. Soon his part of the room was filled with the contents of just three boxes. Two for books and one for some personal things. He realized just how badly he needed to buy new clothes too. Perhaps Gwen would help with that, since she had a better sense of fashion than he did.

Looking over his shoulder to the other side of the room where Jasper was, Wesley couldn’t help but grin. He was glad that he was rooming with his best friend. “How goes it, roomie?” he asked, walking over to him. “Need any help?”

@rjasperabigail

[activekidney73-blog]

THE KITCHY CABIN MASTER LOFT TOUR

The room that made us buy the cabin was the master bedroom. Tucked upstairs, it has soaring A-Frame ceilings and a vintage wood burning fireplace. There’s a roomy balcony that had me daydreaming about cups of cocoa at tree height during the wintertime. But, it was sort of dark and the bathroom was insane. Seriously. The ceiling was a grand 6’8” high and the mirror was a 6 inch strip running like a backsplash along the sink, which was on the sloping side of the A-Frame. This was not a bathroom built for a woman. Hunched over, best guessing my make up is not my favorite first-thing-in-the-morning posture. I wanted every aspect of the master suite to be rejuvenating – a special escape in the mountains.

The first thing I needed to do was paint the ceiling. I wanted it to be light and airy, and painting the ceiling a bright, fresh white (I used White Picket Fences by Dunn Edwards. The ceiling, especially at this dramatic angle, bounces light around the space, almost as if you added a window. But I didn’t want to lose the cabin look, so I kept the beams in their natural wood tone. Once we discovered the bathroom could be any ceiling height we liked, it was pushed all the way up to the beams, a glorious 10 feet high. I removed the mirrored closet doors and added simple drapes by The Shade Store in Ecru.  I love the softness it adds to the room, accenting the ceiling height. For the furniture, I wanted to continue the mid century fun from downstairs, but with a bit more elegance. 

The master bedroom is meant to be a retreat, a room for lazy hours, and I wanted the furniture to reflect that. The core piece is the bed, and honestly, this is my favorite bed ever. It’s the most comfortable thing I’ve ever laid my head on. We started with a Saatva Classic innerspring mattress. Not only does this mattress hug you in a cloud-like sleep, there’s a firm support underneath it all. So instead of feeling like you’re sinking into your bed, you feel like you’re floating. After giving birth to James I’ve struggled with my arms falling asleep before I do, and with this mattress that feeling has gone away. It’s about the details with this mattress. Individually wrapped coils respond and contour to every body shape while lumbar support comes from a high quality memory foam layer, providing additional pressure relief while helping reduce stress and tension from the lower back (an answer to my constantly tight and sore Husband’s prayers!). Saatva’s Classic innerspring mattresses are built with a tempered steel support lower coil base, creating a long lasting, sustainable mattress with increased durability and is the best design to prevent sagging.The euro pillow top is incredibly luxurious and soft while their Guardin® botanical antimicrobial fabric treatment inhibits bacteria to prolong the life of the organic cotton fabric. I might be making the trip up the mountain just to sleep on this mattress.

On top of the mattress I did bedding by Parachute Home. My favorite out of the whole line is the Linen in blush. It has that perfect, soft and lived-in feeling. The down comforter and down pillows by Parachute make the bed a giant marshmallow dream – I love it! I love a light, cool sleep, so I went with breathable fabric that can be easily layered. The Matelasse Coverlet, which uses a traditional French weaving technique, is a great addition on a cold night. The walnut bed and all of the the bedroom furniture is by Room and Board. I wanted something elegant and soothing, but still with a pop of color, so I added the high backed Boden Chairs in Vance Rose with a little ottoman. Next to the modern Anton Bed and Hensley nightstands, there’s a nice blend of clean lines and soft, cozy textures. I added a faded red rug from Coco Carpets to anchor the whole room and hung a large abstract painting by Sabina Yannone to carry the color palette through the front of the room. 

Now back to that cavelike bathroom. Once it became an open box, we could create a much more open, efficient space. Craig and I are shower people, so we wanted a large, luxurious shower with modern finishes. I am so happy with how this mid century inspired pattern using Fireclay Tile in Daisy and Sea Glass turned out. It’s dramatic but still soothing and soft. I love crazy powder rooms but tend towards softer tones for master bathrooms. The modern Atrio fixtures by Grohe in the shower and sink make the space look so elegant. I love the lines, and it was especially fun mixing the brilliant chrome of the fixture with the antique brass Hinsdale sconces by Hudson Valley Lighting. The sconces reminded me of modernist versions of soap bubbles, and I loved them for a bathroom environment. For amenities, I decked out the house in my favorite skincare and hair line, True Botanicals. Not only do the products smell amazing, but they are one of the cleanest skincare and haircare lines on the market. Their ingredients are incredibly gentle but effective, and I live for the Nutrient Spray, which is in each bathroom. My skin gets so dry up in the mountains, so I spray my face every time I walk past a bathroom. You can’t have a luxurious bathroom experience without towels, and the Supreme Towels and Bathrobe by Parachute make it a next level situation. They’re just so damn plush!

Outside on the balcony is the perfect little nook for a cup of coffee among the trees.  I love these Jasper Chairs and planters by Rejuvenation – they look polished enough to be indoor furniture and add such a luxurious texture to the balcony. The touches of terracotta add a nice amount of warmth and break up the wood on wood textures.

Just outside the master bedroom door is a little loft area that is sort of an awkward size. Too big to leave alone but two small to make it a substantial seating area, I decided to make it a cozy reading nook. Shabby Chic makes some of the most comfortable couches I’ve ever sat in, and this seemed like the perfect corner for a marshmallowy couch to read and then fall asleep with a book on my face in. Because of the mid century look throughout, I went with their more modern shape, the Soho Couch and added their cozy throw pillows, vintage rug, and beautiful side tables. There’s a great view of the trees through some giant windows and I can’t wait to sit here, watching the snow fall. Above the reading nook is another painting by Sabina Yannone, echoing some of the colors found in the living room tile work. For lights, I wanted something simple that would work with the extreme angles of the ceiling, and the Tara light from Mitzi is perfect. It lets off a soft candle-like glow, and emphasizes the lines of the space beautifully. Just as you come up the stairs, there’s a small catwalk, and for some reason I instantly knew I wanted a little jungle of plants there. I used a variety of The Little Market baskets on top of the cutest little green carpet by Coco Carpets.

And that’s the upstairs of the cabin! I hope you guys enjoyed getting a walkthrough of the space. 

xoxo

Claire

Source: https://www.thekitchykitchen.com/the-kitchy-cabin-master-loft-tour/

[gta-5-cheats]

The long Cocky-gate nightmare is over

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I’ve been wanting to write about Cocky-gate for some time now but the story – a row between self-published authors that degenerated into ridiculousness – seems finally over and perhaps we can all get some perspective. The whole thing started in May when a self-published romance author, Faleena Hopkins, began attempting to enforce her copyright on books that contained “cocky” in the title. This included, but was not limited to, Cocky Cowboy, Cocky Biker, and Cocky Roomie, all titles in Hopkins oeuvre.

Hopkins filed a trademark for the use of the word Cocky in romance titles and began attacking other others who used the word cocky, including Jamila Jasper who wrote a book called Cocky Cowboy and received an email from Hopkins.

After taking up the cause on Twitter and creating a solid example of Streisand Effect, Jasper changed the title of her book to The Cockiest Cowboy To Have Ever Cocked. But other authors were hit by cease and desist letters and even Amazon stepped in briefly as well and took down multiple titles for a short time.

From the Guardian:

Pajiba reported on Monday that the author Nana Malone had been asked to change the title of her novel Mr Cocky, while TL Smith and Melissa Jane’s Cocky Fiancé has been renamed Arrogant Fiancé. Other writers claimed that Hopkins had reported them to Amazon, resulting in their books being taken down from the site.

This went on for a number of weeks with the back and forth verging on the comical…

Hubby: What ya doin’ honey? Me: Working on a dystopian short story inspired by #cockygate. Hubby: Is it called The Cocky Were-Rooster? Me:… Me: Dammit! Now I have to write that!

True Story. It wound up being “Diary of a Cocky Werecock” https://t.co/qU5XR4Ol4g

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— Lara Grey (@authorlaragrey) June 16, 2018

to the serious.

I am so freakin’ pissed. Candace Blevins’ new book, Cocky Queen, was removed from B&N, iBooks, and Kobo.

IT’S NOT EVEN IN ROMANCE, IT’S WOMEN’S FICTION! #CockyGate pic.twitter.com/LkXl9Ypo3w

— Bianca-Quietly Loud-Sommerland 🏒🏳️‍🌈 (@BSommerland) June 18, 2018

Hopkins went to court to defend her trademark and then bumped up against the powerful Author’s Guild who supported three defendants including a publicist who was incorrectly named as the publisher of one of the offending titles, The Cocktales Anthology.

“Beyond the obvious issues with the merits, it is evident from the face of the complaint that Plaintiffs failed to conduct a reasonable pre-filing investigation before racing to the courthouse. Indeed, the number and extent of defects alone call into question whether the filing was made in good faith. Plaintiffs’ lack of due diligence failed to uncover the stark difference between a publisher and a publicist, i.e., non-party best-selling author Penny Reid is the former, while Defendant Jennifer Watson is the latter (Ms. Watson’s website even states that she provides “publicist and marketing services” and nowhere indicates that she writes or publishes books),” wrote Judge Alvin Hellerstein of the Southern District of New York. “In sum, there is nothing meritorious about Plaintiffs’ situation, let alone urgent or irreparable. Defendant Watson cannot offer Plaintiffs the relief they seek as she bears no responsibility for The Cocktales Anthology they wish to enjoin from further publication. Defendant Crescent’s first allegedly infringing book was published over nine months ago. Plaintiffs have admitted that her use of “cocky” in titles would not likely cause confusion as to source or affiliation; moreover, she has publicly stated that she has not suffered lost sales.”

Online communities are wonderful but precarious things. One or two attacks by bad – or even well-meaning – actors can tip them over the edge and ruin them for everyone. In fact, Cocky-gate has encouraged other authors to try this tactics. One writer, Michael-Scott Earle, has attempted to register the words “Dragon Slayer” in a book title and there is now a Twitter bot that hunts for USPTO applications for words in titles.

Now that the cocky has been freed, however, it looks like the romance writers of the world are taking advantage of the opportunity to share their own cocky stories.

[latestnews2018-blog]

The long Cocky-gate nightmare is over

New Post has been published on https://latestnews2018.com/the-long-cocky-gate-nightmare-is-over/

The long Cocky-gate nightmare is over

I’ve been wanting to write about Cocky-gate for some time now but the story – a row between self-published authors that degenerated into ridiculousness – seems finally over and perhaps we can all get some perspective. The whole thing started in May when a self-published romance author, Faleena Hopkins, began attempting to enforce her copyright on books that contained “cocky” in the title. This included, but was not limited to, Cocky Cowboy, Cocky Biker, and Cocky Roomie, all titles in Hopkins oeuvre.

Hopkins filed a trademark for the use of the word Cocky in romance titles and began attacking other others who used the word cocky, including Jamila Jasper who wrote a book called Cocky Cowboy and received an email from Hopkins.

After taking up the cause on Twitter and creating a solid example of Streisand Effect, Jasper changed the title of her book to The Cockiest Cowboy To Have Ever Cocked. But other authors were hit by cease and desist letters and even Amazon stepped in briefly as well and took down multiple titles for a short time.

From the Guardian:

Pajiba reported on Monday that the author Nana Malone had been asked to change the title of her novel Mr Cocky, while TL Smith and Melissa Jane’s Cocky Fiancé has been renamed Arrogant Fiancé. Other writers claimed that Hopkins had reported them to Amazon, resulting in their books being taken down from the site.

This went on for a number of weeks with the back and forth verging on the comical…

Hubby: What ya doin’ honey? Me: Working on a dystopian short story inspired by #cockygate. Hubby: Is it called The Cocky Were-Rooster? Me:… Me: Dammit! Now I have to write that!

True Story. It wound up being “Diary of a Cocky Werecock” https://t.co/qU5XR4Ol4g

— Lara Grey (@authorlaragrey) June 16, 2018

to the serious.

I am so freakin’ pissed. Candace Blevins’ new book, Cocky Queen, was removed from B&N, iBooks, and Kobo.

IT’S NOT EVEN IN ROMANCE, IT’S WOMEN’S FICTION! #CockyGate pic.twitter.com/LkXl9Ypo3w

— Bianca-Quietly Loud-Sommerland 🏒🏳️‍🌈 (@BSommerland) June 18, 2018

Hopkins went to court to defend her trademark and then bumped up against the powerful Author’s Guild who supported three defendants including a publicist who was incorrectly named as the publisher of one of the offending titles, The Cocktales Anthology.

“Beyond the obvious issues with the merits, it is evident from the face of the complaint that Plaintiffs failed to conduct a reasonable pre-filing investigation before racing to the courthouse. Indeed, the number and extent of defects alone call into question whether the filing was made in good faith. Plaintiffs’ lack of due diligence failed to uncover the stark difference between a publisher and a publicist, i.e., non-party best-selling author Penny Reid is the former, while Defendant Jennifer Watson is the latter (Ms. Watson’s website even states that she provides “publicist and marketing services” and nowhere indicates that she writes or publishes books),” wrote Judge Alvin Hellerstein of the Southern District of New York. “In sum, there is nothing meritorious about Plaintiffs’ situation, let alone urgent or irreparable. Defendant Watson cannot offer Plaintiffs the relief they seek as she bears no responsibility for The Cocktales Anthology they wish to enjoin from further publication. Defendant Crescent’s first allegedly infringing book was published over nine months ago. Plaintiffs have admitted that her use of “cocky” in titles would not likely cause confusion as to source or affiliation; moreover, she has publicly stated that she has not suffered lost sales.”

Online communities are wonderful but precarious things. One or two attacks by bad – or even well-meaning – actors can tip them over the edge and ruin them for everyone. In fact, Cocky-gate has encouraged other authors to try this tactics. One writer, Michael-Scott Earle, has attempted to register the words “Dragon Slayer” in a book title and there is now a Twitter bot that hunts for USPTO applications for words in titles.

Now that the cocky has been freed, however, it looks like the romance writers of the world are taking advantage of the opportunity to share their own cocky stories.

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[theinvinciblenoob]

I’ve been wanting to write about Cocky-gate for some time now but the story – a row between self-published authors that degenerated into ridiculousness – seems finally over and perhaps we can all get some perspective. The whole thing started in May when a self-published romance author, Faleena Hopkins, began attempting to enforce her copyright on books that contained “cocky” in the title. This included, but was not limited to, Cocky Cowboy, Cocky Biker, and Cocky Roomie, all titles in Hopkins oeuvre.

Hopkins filed a trademark for the use of the word Cocky in romance titles and began attacking other others who used the word cocky, including Jamila Jasper who wrote a book called Cocky Cowboy and received an email from Hopkins.

After taking up the cause on Twitter and creating a solid example of Streisand Effect, Jasper changed the title of her book to The Cockiest Cowboy To Have Ever Cocked. But other authors were hit by cease and desist letters and even Amazon stepped in briefly as well and took down multiple titles for a short time.

From the Guardian:

Pajiba reported on Monday that the author Nana Malone had been asked to change the title of her novel Mr Cocky, while TL Smith and Melissa Jane’s Cocky Fiancé has been renamed Arrogant Fiancé. Other writers claimed that Hopkins had reported them to Amazon, resulting in their books being taken down from the site.

This went on for a number of weeks with the back and forth verging on the comical…

Hubby: What ya doin' honey? Me: Working on a dystopian short story inspired by #cockygate. Hubby: Is it called The Cocky Were-Rooster? Me:… Me: Dammit! Now I have to write that!

True Story. It wound up being "Diary of a Cocky Werecock" https://t.co/qU5XR4Ol4g

— Lara Grey (@authorlaragrey) June 16, 2018

to the serious.

I am so freakin' pissed. Candace Blevins' new book, Cocky Queen, was removed from B&N, iBooks, and Kobo.

IT'S NOT EVEN IN ROMANCE, IT'S WOMEN'S FICTION! #CockyGate pic.twitter.com/LkXl9Ypo3w

— Bianca-Quietly Loud-Sommerland (@BSommerland) June 18, 2018

Hopkins went to court to defend her trademark and then bumped up against the powerful Author’s Guild who supported three defendants including a publicist who was incorrectly named as the publisher of one of the offending titles, The Cocktales Anthology.

“Beyond the obvious issues with the merits, it is evident from the face of the complaint that Plaintiffs failed to conduct a reasonable pre-filing investigation before racing to the courthouse. Indeed, the number and extent of defects alone call into question whether the filing was made in good faith. Plaintiffs’ lack of due diligence failed to uncover the stark difference between a publisher and a publicist, i.e., non-party best-selling author Penny Reid is the former, while Defendant Jennifer Watson is the latter (Ms. Watson’s website even states that she provides “publicist and marketing services” and nowhere indicates that she writes or publishes books),” wrote Judge Alvin Hellerstein of the Southern District of New York. “In sum, there is nothing meritorious about Plaintiffs’ situation, let alone urgent or irreparable. Defendant Watson cannot offer Plaintiffs the relief they seek as she bears no responsibility for The Cocktales Anthology they wish to enjoin from further publication. Defendant Crescent’s first allegedly infringing book was published over nine months ago. Plaintiffs have admitted that her use of “cocky” in titles would not likely cause confusion as to source or affiliation; moreover, she has publicly stated that she has not suffered lost sales.”

Online communities are wonderful but precarious things. One or two attacks by bad – or even well-meaning – actors can tip them over the edge and ruin them for everyone. In fact, Cocky-gate has encouraged other authors to try this tactics. One writer, Michael-Scott Earle, has attempted to register the words “Dragon Slayer” in a book title and there is now a Twitter bot that hunts for USPTO applications for words in titles.

Now that the cocky has been freed, however, it looks like the romance writers of the world are taking advantage of the opportunity to share their own cocky stories.

COCKY QUICKIES

You’ve heard about the scandal, you’ve read all of the reports. Now it’s time to forget all that hoopla and dive into these short, emotionally charged reads filled with cocky men and women in Cocky Quickies. https://t.co/Wi81M6SnXO #cocky #cockygate pic.twitter.com/UEirCxRdzC

— ღ Nicole Morgan ღ (@AuthorNicMorgan) June 17, 2018

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