#rowena's cafe

[gilverrwrites]

Their Perfect Dates HCs [Demon Edition]

Well.. demons + Benny

Rating: General

Angel Edition | Human Edition

Please remember: you can do hard things!

Belphegor

No gift, he’s from a time before that was a thing and does not care enough to check what the current trends are.

If you ask nice enough, he might bring you something next time.

Weirdly obsessed with humans however. (Just not in a ‘I wanna be like them’ way)

Find a cafe with outdoor seating in a highly populated area, and people watch.

Laugh at his jokes, and don’t be precious over your food/drink cause he’s gonna help himself.

‘Hot, not, not, HOT, extra hot.’ ‘This is so good, have you tried this?’ ‘It was yours? Oh shit, sorry. At least you have good taste… in multiple ways’ (he’d wink at you then, if he could.) ‘Ew have those pants ever in fashion?’ ‘Haha, did you see that kid face plant the side walk?! Get rekt’

Benny

He’s an old traditional man really, he’ll bring you a bouquet of daisies. Legitimately, if he could, he would ask your father for permission to take you out.

Cooking as has always been, and continues to be a big part of Benny's personality.

It doesn’t matter that the food no longer sustains him, because it keeps him connected to his home, and his history.

Plus, the way to any person's heart is through their stomach,

You’ll be in the kitchen together, cooking gumbo or jambalaya, and bananas foster for dessert.

If you don’t know how to cook, don’t worry. Benny is gonna take the lead anyway, he’ll teach you as much as you think you can handle.

He’s very respectful, but if you just so happen to brush against each other while working in the same space, well, that just can be helped now can it?

Or if you’re slightly in his way, sometimes he just needs to rest a gentle but firm hand on your hip and guide you to the side.

Or if you accidentally get something on your cheek? Your lip? He’ll have to get that for you.

Crowley

I’m picturing a rustic but sophisticated cabin in the woods.

Somewhere private, a safe space just for the two of you.

Something with a big, roaring fireplace.

A big, plush, velvety sofa, and an array of fluffy blankets, pillows, furs, rugs.

A fully stocked bar. ‘Don’t worry darling, you won’t have to lift a finger.’ He or a lesser demon will make all your drinks for you.

Just some real, 1 on 1 quality time together where you can both be vulnerable.

Whether you spend all night in deep conversation, cuddling, or getting even more intimate is your choice.

Meg

Would forget to bring you a gift, but if it goes well, she’ll likely give you one of her many pieces of jewelry, ‘Whatever you like most hun, just take it.’

I feel like she would actually really enjoy something creative, the messier the better.

Like finding a big open space, lowering the lights, laying down a big canvas, cracking open a bottle, and getting busy with some paints.

No brushes, just hands (or other body parts if you like).

Rowena

Gracing you with her presence is gift enough.

If anything, you should be bringing her a gift. Jewelry is always best, but she will settle for roses or red wine.

Rowena knows her worth, and if you don’t, then don’t waste her time.

She deserves nothing less than to be wined and dined somewhere very nice.

Followed by a show. The ballet or the opera.

Just imagine, the both of you dressed to the nines. Holding hands over the table, good food and drink, Rowena sharing stories from her time on earth.

Coffee or dessert? Both. Please and thank you.

Ruby

Would bring you candy, but you have to share.

Also a big foodie, but more eating, less cooking.

Like a street food market, or a boardwalk.

You can compete on the water guns and ring toss games to win each other prizes.

She’s only letting you win if there is something in it for her. – Particularly a prize that she wants.

Regardless of who wins what, you’re gonna be the one carrying everything.

Then stop at every food stand on the way.

Bonus points for somewhere that has proper french fries in large portions.

Afterwards, you can chat at the end of the peer, and/or make out under it. 

[maraudersmayhemblog]

Marauders Era Role Play

We’re opening a new, modern, non magic role play AU on 3rd May.

Currently initial sign up and voting for one of these three exciting AU options is open:

The High Street, Hogsmeade, the Lake District (come be a cafe owner, tattoo artist, gallery owner or kayak instructor in this cute little market town in the idyllic Lake District)

Helga’s Pride, Cruise Ship sailing the Med (come be a croupier, an entertainer, a chef, or a sailor on this queer friendly cruise ship, stopping at all the best ports in the Mediterranean)

Rowena’s Records, Austin, TX (come be a sound engineer, a singer songwriter, a rock and roll bassist, or a record executive at this diverse recording and rehearsal studio on the eve of the legendary SXSW festival)

If you’re interested join our discord server here (we're 18+ and nsfw):

[desmorotu]

my redacted ocs! 🎀

some of them stem from the listeners and others are simply ones i made in-universe that have nothing to do with the canon characters:p

- Jamie (Jem) Marie Hart as Freelancer!

- Annaleise James (AJ) Barlowe as Lovely!

- Julian (Tank) Emrys as Darlin’!

- Rowena (Ro) Winchester as Angel!

- Katiana (Kati) Silvermane as Sweetheart!

- Irise Josephine Lancaster as BAAABE!

- Amaris Elizabeth (Liz) Katz as Starlight!

all other listener characters are pending 😔 sigh

- Vera de la Cruz; Mimic. has the ability to…yknow…mimic…another’s ability from a simple touch. Huxley’s coworker at Cafe Moreno, a local coffee place at the city’s heart.

- Marcus Eugene Wayland; vampire. associated with one of the rival packs of Dahlia.

- Ambrose (Vulpecula) Lightwood; inchoate demon. associated and branched out among the canon characters.

- Thomas (Alec) Alexander de la Cruz; Seer. associated in a complicated familial situation with his sister, Vera, and an even more complicated relationship with Ambrose.

- Ambrose (Rose, Ro, Rosie, Ambrocifer <— thanks huxley) Carstairs; Fire elemental! associated primarily with the DAMN crew, (this is my self insert 😔) they’re the aroace platonic friend character you didn’t know you needed !

[butternutt613]

Here is a little bit on the 24 hour cafe idea I have... I just love Emersyn so much

~ 1,300 words

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“Iced Mocha for Jared?” The barista shouted out, setting the cold drink on the wooden countertop.

The man named Jared shuffled forward, his briefcase barely clasped shut, filled to the brim with loose papers and scribbled notes. He mumbled a polite ‘thanks,’ collected his drink, and was out the door into the drizzly morning. Emersyn watched him go with a soft smile. Like clockwork, Jared came and went every day at precisely 5:05 a.m., never a minute late.

Emersyn was on their third cup of coffee that morning, and it was only five o’clock. Another all-nighter, as usual. Working the overnight shift at The Hearth wasn’t easy on their body, caffeine was practically a lifeline, but they wouldn’t trade it for anything. The cozy cafe had a magic to it, one that seemed to attract the most fascinating characters at the oddest hours.

Take Jared, for instance. A professor at the local university, he always arrived for his signature iced mocha order before heading to the chemistry lab. Rain, snow, or shine, Jared’s routine never faltered. Emersyn admired his dedication, even if they suspected it was partially fueled by the same coffee addiction they indulged in themselves.

Then there was Sara, the night-shift nurse who clocked in at exactly 11:30 p.m. every evening. Her americano with two extra shots and a cheddar turkey melt were a nightly ritual. Emersyn figured it probably wasn’t great for her heart, but hey, who were they to judge? Their own caffeine intake far surpassed hers on a nightly basis.

The newest addition to the cafe’s patchwork of regulars was Rowena. She was different from the others, though. Something about her had Emersyn’s heart doing flips every time she walked through the door. Tall, elegant, and oh so confident, Rowena carried herself in a way that made Emersyn feel like a bumbling fool in comparison. She always ordered a dirty chai with extra nutmeg and a croissant, usually around 5:30 a.m., give or take a few minutes.

After Jared left, a lull settled over the cafe, giving Emersyn time to tidy up. The Hearth was a cozy place, nestled between an antiques shop and Mollie’s Hair Salon in downtown Somnerville. A few wooden tables dotted the space, each decorated with a small potted plant and a flickering electric tea light. By the front door, two window booths overlooked the rain-slicked street. Emersyn loved curling up there with their sugary coffee after a shift, especially when it rained.

Heather, the cafe’s owner, had decorated the walls with antique photographs and hanging plants, while shelves lined the back walls, bare except for tufts of orange fur. Steve’s domain. The cafe’s resident fat tabby cat snoozed lazily on his window perch, oblivious to the world around him.

To the right of the counter stood the cafe’s namesake: a beautiful stone hearth, its knotted oak mantel holding mismatched trinkets and dried flowers. A loveseat and two armchairs sat before it, draped in pillows and blankets, perfect for warming up on chilly autumn mornings.

Behind the counter, Emersyn stirred a fresh batch of chai, the rich scent of spices curling through the air. Heather swore by her hand-mixed tea, calling pre-made blends ‘bad for the soul.’ The chai was one of their most popular drinks, and Emersyn knew one of the next customers was going to want her drink hot.

Right on time, the bell above the door rang out, pulling Emersyn out of their stupor.

“Hi Rowena!” Emersyn beamed, trying to ignore the heat rising to their cheeks.

Today, she wore an emerald green pantsuit that fit her like it had been made for her and only her. The black silk blouse underneath shimmered faintly in the cafe’s warm lighting, and her long, dark hair swept back over her shoulders. Gold jewelry glinted at her ears and fingers, completing the look.

“Hi Emersyn, how are you today?” Rowena replied, her berry stained lips curving into a smile. It complimented her perfectly.

“Oh, I'm good. Almost finished for the day! Chai right? Two shots? And a croissant, for here?”

“You know me so well,” she chuckled, pulling out her card, it's one of those fancy black ones.

Emersyn blushed at that as they rang her up, scratching the back of their neck. “I just mean- I try to know all the regulars. You have a pretty simple order. Nothing special.”

Their eyes widened as they realized what just tumbled out of their mouth.

“Not that you're not special!! You are, very special that is! Your order is easy. Not easy!! You aren't easy! Oh god- I'm going to make your drink now.”

With a cherry-red face, Emersyn whipped around to the chai they had just brewed, quickly pulling out the tea bag to avoid further mortification. Rowena’s soft laughter lingered behind them as she settled into the window booth next to Steve, pulling out her sleek laptop.

Emersyn grabbed one of the handmade ceramic mugs from a local artist and carefully poured in the steeped tea. Moving to the espresso machine, they pulled two velvety shots, the rich aroma of coffee filling the air. While the shots poured, they slid a croissant from the glass display case into the small oven to warm.

The milk came next. Emersyn steamed it just enough to create a silky foam, tapping the metal pitcher lightly against the counter to disrupt the larger bubbles. As the espresso shots finished, they poured them into the mug and tipped it slightly, swirling the milk in with a practiced hand. With a delicate wiggle of the pitcher, they shaped the foam into a neat tulip design at the center of the cup and sprinkled nutmeg on top.

Satisfied with their work, Emersyn couldn't help but smile as they retrieved the croissant from the oven, placing it onto a small plate. Balancing the plate and the steaming chai, they carried both over to Rowena, their heart fluttering the whole way.

“Here you go, Rowena.” They set the pair gently down in front of her, daring a glance up at her face.

“Thank you Emersyn. You are amazing,” the woman brings the chai up to her lips. As she took a drink, something on her finger caught Emersyn's eye.

A stunning gold ring with a twisted band and brilliant marquise diamond adorned the fourth finger on her left hand. A wedding ring. Rowena was married. She had told them a few mornings ago that her husband was a paramedic who recently got transferred to Somnerville from the city. Rowena was an attorney and drove the half hour into the city each morning.

Not that Emersyn remembered all that…

With an aching heart and a forced smile, Emersyn returned to the counter, wiping away a small spill they had made.

Of course they wouldn’t have a chance with her. She was far out of their league for one and the small issue of her being married was ever prominent. But oh how they wished.

Emersyn scrubbed at the espresso machine with unnecessary vigor, trying to scrub away their thoughts with the coffee grounds.

They were washing one of the portafilters over the sink when Rowena cleared her throat. Emersyn nearly dropped the basket as they jumped and turned around. Their face instantly back to red.

“H-hi! Did you need something else?” They asked, praying the crack in their voice wasn't noticeable.

“No, thank you, love. I was just coming to say goodbye. I'm heading out.” She smiles at the barista, who became impossibly more of a blushing mess at the pet name.

“Oh… Okay, yeah. Have a good day, Rowena,” Emersyn waved, overly enthusiastic, as she headed toward the door.

Once the bell jingled and her silhouette disappeared beyond the rain-speckled window, Emersyn slumped against the counter, rubbing their hands over their face.

Gods, they are a mess.

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Ehhh? What are your thoughts?

[spinachandhoney]

SnakeFace episode 20 script

[script under cut]

[there is a small inconsistency in this script, as Ivan technically already met Hans' mom in episode 13 (but that was slightly changed in the episode, I'm just not changing anything in the scripts themselves]

  When the other four came home, Joey whisked Ivan off to the cafe. Hans and his mom were both working that afternoon, and two more girls were waiting tables with them. From the looks of it, they were all related. The café was always busier on Fridays since drinks were discounted after 3:00.

  “Ivan, Joey!” Hans smiled. “Take a seat anywhere that’s open, I’ll be right over.”

  The two sat against the back wall at one of the higher tables.

  “Who are the other two girls?” Ivan asked.

  “Hans’ sisters, Anora and Molly,” Joey said. “Sometimes Bev comes in with them, but I don’t see her today.”

  Hans came over to the table. “Hey. What can I get you two?”

  “The usual for me,” Joey said.

  “Could I get the earl grey London fog?” Ivan asked.

  “Sure thing,” Hans smiled. “You got that, Molls?”

  “Yep, got it!” The little girl grinned. She was already whipping out cups and teas by the time Ivan glanced over to look at her. That must’ve been Hans’ younger sister, Molly, which meant the older one was Anora.

  “I’ll be back with those in just a bit.”

  Ivan and Joey stayed long after they got their drinks until the café was mostly empty. Hans joined them at the table.

  “How are you, Ivan?” Asked the wolf. “Kim said you weren’t feeling super hot earlier.”

  “I’m okay, I guess,” Ivan said. “I just needed a break from everything for a day. It’s still hard getting used to being out in the world again.”

  “That’s totally understandable. I was homeschooled until about my freshman year, and let me tell you, it wasn’t easy. Take as many breaks as you need to make it less difficult, okay?”

  “Thanks.”

  “Hey, kiddo,” Hans’ mom walked over and roughed his hair up. “Hello, Joey.”

  “Hi June,” Joey smiled.

  “Who’s your friend?”

  “Mom, this is Ivan.”

  “Oh, yeah, the new kid. I’ve seen you come in a few times, nice to meet you. I’m June, Hans’ mom.”

  “Nice to meet you too, Ms. June.”

  “Sweet kid. Well, I won’t take you away from your friends.” She kissed Hans on the top of his head, making finger guns as she walked away.

  “Your mom seems nice,” Ivan said.

  “She’s great, isn’t she?”

  “Your mom’s a sweetheart too, Ivan,” Joey added. “You’re lucky to have her. Anyway, we should probably get going soon, it’s pretty late and we need to be back before sundown.”

  “Good idea. Hans, you coming with?”

  “Sure. Is it alright if we stop by my place real quick so I can bring some spare clothes over?”

  “Of course. I brought my car, so it’ll be quick.”

  “Rad. I’ll tell my mom, then we can go.”

  Ivan and Joey waited for Hans in the car.

  “Joey, you lived with your sister before you moved in with us, right?” Ivan asked.

  “Yeah, why?”

  “If you don’t mind me asking, why don’t you live with your parents?”

  Joey paused. “Like I’ve said, my dad’s a deadbeat and my mom hasn’t been around since I was little. Nothing to it, really. Why?”

  “Oh. I was just wondering, sorry.”

  “Nah, don’t apologize, dude. I’m not really sensitive about it. I mean, they never really cared anyway, so why should I give them the time of day, right?”

  Ivan furrowed his brow. “I guess.”

  Hans put his stuff in the back and jumped in. “I brought some bedding.”

  “You staying just one night, or?”

  “Probably tomorrow night, too. Is that okay?”

  “Sure, it’s alright with me. Ivan?”

  Ivan nodded. “My mom and I are going to go on a hike tomorrow if you guys want to come with. We haven’t walked the whole property yet and figured we’d check it out.”

  “A hike sounds fun,” Hans said as Joey pulled out of the driveway. “Oh, do you know if Valentine and Rowena are staying too?”

  “Should be,” Joey said. “Val said he’s having some home trouble and wants to keep Rowena somewhere else until he thinks it’s safe for them to go back.”

  “Oh damn, is he okay?”

  “Ask for yourself, I just know he wants Rowena nowhere near that manor right now.”

[shallowseeker]

are you going to write the rowena fic?

I would like to write a series of Rowena fics, each beginning with the phrase "Rowena versus ______"

As in

"Rowena versus the chattanooga fertility coven"

"Rowena versus the black cat cafe"

"Rowena versus the encyclopedia britannica"

"Rowena versus the cursed dice"

"Rowena versus the feathered serpent"

But if you're asking if you can write it instead, be my guest! I'm not stingy with any of the strange ideas that my mutuals and I float across the dash. (I'm assuming you mean the one where Rowena loses Cas, Mary, and Sam then comes back to team-up with Dean and Jack?)

[420technoblazeit]

Do you have some good deancrowley fic recs? If you want to give recs of course. Just that all your posts about them have made me intrigued

dog u do NOT want to get into htis ship, both of these stupid bitches would literally die before admit they love each other. adn they literally have. that being said here's my favorite fics of them. spoilers for the s12 finale of supernatural but im guessign u dont watch spn so you'll prob be fine

the famous cafe au that isn't actually an au. post season 12 finale where dean sets up a cafe with crowley and cas. sam, rowena, and gabe also make some cameos. 55k total

BIGASS collection of fics with a total wordcount of 169k. i really like htis author's characterization of crowley

from the collection i just mentioned, a post 40k s12 au where crowley and dean end up in scotland with amnesia and figure things out together

deancascrowley, post supernatural finale where dean cas n crowley figure things out now that theyve got time up in heaven

good collection of little oneshots of varying canon compliance htat i really like. lazy mornings esp is one of my favorites

an interestign take on the afterlife and alternate realities that i really like. fix-it, post s12 finale where dean bails crowley out after his death

also post s12 finale, are u noticign a theme here yet? anyway crowley does a few tricks that end up with him surviving the ritual in the s12 finale but it leaves him comatose for a bit. he and dean end up sharing a body in a temporary situation that ends up being not-so-temporary. endgame deancascrowley, also a+ crowley characterization

im also writing a ghost crowley au post s12 but that's not goign to be done for a longgggggg time. anyway. enjoy these fucked up idiots

[plounce]

ffxiv expac final zones ranked:

ultima thule. it's ultima thule. it's made out of love's struggle against despair. boy i cry. i love the blobby ea design and i love the midgardsormr lore. but most of all i love my scion friends. plus i am building a cafe there

the tempest. amaurot is so crazy and haunting and melancholy and effective. gay hythlodaeus ghost is there. everyone loves the cubus. coral is nice too i guess. the ocean part is very Fine to me but amaurot is so good that it more than makes up for it

mor dhona. big ass crystals! a little swamp! hq! domans! graha tia! rowena! dragon dad! tataru!!!!! easiest summoning bell from aetheryte in eorzea besides limsa but less crowded + i can fly. i wish the main fortress didnt have so many invisible walls for flying though

dravanian hinterlands. why the fuck isnt there actually an aetheryte there. why do i have to walk my little ass out of the idyllshire gates. however matoya is there and it's pretty and it has all those sharlayan ruins (and dungeons)

the lochs. well. it certainly looks like the other two ala mhigo zones. only positive thing i can say about it is that i think the underwater ruins look cool. but it doesn't even have much in the way of thematic embodiment to prop up its unremarkableness

[rosewiltd-moved]

@shacchou​​ said :  you have no idea who i am ,  do you ? | (  morbid curiosity  /  accepting !!  )

        ❝  Ah — ?  ❞

       𝐋𝐈𝐊𝐄 𝐀 𝐃𝐄𝐄𝐑 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒, his words brought her to a halt. He had to have been no older than she was. It was sensible to conclude he had accompanied his parents, the same way she had hers, to this particular event; heirs forced to mingle while the parents negotiated long-term business deals. Corinne stared at him. His face did look vaguely familiar, although she couldn’t put her finger on exactly why. 

        She couldn’t tell if it was arrogance or genuine surprise that prompted his question, but all the same, Corinne had the sinking feeling she should know him. She could feel his eyes on her even as she averted her gaze, as if judging her for not recognising him immediately. Or perhaps he was simply studying her. 

       Fortunately, in that exact moment, her father appeared behind her. Marcel gently squeezed her shoulders and gave the other man a jovial, if not amused smile. ‘  Monsieur Kaiba! I see you have met my daughter, Corinne.  ’

        Kaiba? Why did that name sound — oh. Of course. It was her father who had mentioned him earlier in the week when he suggested she accompany him to this event. Had it been her mother asking this favour, she would have had suspicions about the motive ( Rowena had never been particularly subtle about her desire for Corinne to marry well when the time came ), but she knew her father was different — he was worried about her. Wanted her to get out more. Reach out to people her own age instead of burying herself in dusty books and smoky cafes. It wasn’t until she saw Kaiba’s face in a televised conference announcing something or other for his company that she finally put two-and-two together. Seto Kaiba. He wasn’t just rich. He wasn’t just successful. He was, perhaps, the richest and most successful businessman under the age of thirty in Japan right now. And he was in Paris.

        And she was an idiot.

        ❝  I — I am so sorry. I did not realise...  ❞

[elena-writes]

Business Interview | Week 7 - 8

On October 24th, our team conducted an insightful interviews with five diverse businesses in Cagayan de Oro City. Each of these businesses contributes uniquely to the local economy, bringing distinct value and services to the community.

1. Phil Aus Adventure

Founded: 2019

Location: Ground Floor, LCN Bldg., Corrales Ave., Cagayan de Oro

Business Type: Corporation

Business Model: B2B and B2C

Employees: 5

Industry: Education Consultancy and Migration

Page: https://www.facebook.com/PhilAusAdventureCDO

Phil Aus Adventure, a dedicated education consultancy and migration firm, was founded with a mission to help Filipinos realize their academic and professional dreams in Australia. Their mission to create a better future for Filipino individuals is backed by tailored services that guide students through their overseas academic journey. According to John Del Bando, the Business Development Manager, their services stand out due to their genuine dedication to helping clients succeed abroad. With branches across the Philippines, Phil Aus Adventure is committed to growing and assisting more students in achieving their aspirations.

2. Nuda

Founded: 2023

Location: Brgy. 40, Corrales Avenue, Cagayan de Oro

Business Type: Sole Proprietorship

Business Model: B2C

Employees: 6

Industry: Food

Page: https://www.facebook.com/nudacdo

Inspired by a trip to Quezon City, Nuda offers an interactive Korean ramyeon experience to the Cagayan de Oro community. The business was sparked by the popular concept of "do-it-yourself" Korean noodles, which owner Rowena Monterde believed would resonate with young locals fascinated by Korean culture. Operations Manager Tito Monterde shared that the ambiance in Nuda allows customers to feel immersed in Korean dining culture. Nuda's aesthetic, lighting, and all-Korean product lineup set it apart from competitors, and their signature ramyeon, like Carbonara and Buldak, are a hit among customers.

3. Severo’s Cafe

Founded: 2023

Location: Ysalina St., Palalan Lumbia, Cagayan de Oro

Business Type: Sole Proprietorship

Business Model: B2C

Employees: 1

Industry: Coffee Shop

Page: https://www.facebook.com/severoscafe

Severo’s Cafe is more than just a coffee shop; it’s a cozy retreat founded by Maria Mercedes M. Batas, who took inspiration from her passion for coffee during the pandemic. With a mission to provide the best coffee experience in her barangay, Severo’s Cafe offers customizable drinks and a laid-back ambiance that encourages relaxation. Known for their Mt. Sumagot coffee and homemade desserts, Severo’s is distinguished by its location, which allows patrons to unwind away from the bustling city. Maria’s focus on customer satisfaction and personalization keeps Severo’s competitive, even as a solo operation.

4. Tako-Motto

Founded: 2022

Location: Centrio Mall, Cagayan de Oro

Business Type: Partnership

Business Model: B2C

Employees: 6

Industry: Food

Page: https://www.facebook.com/takomottocdo

With locations in Centrio Mall and Velez, Tako-Motto brings authentic takoyaki to Cagayan de Oro. The business, led by Alliana Jo Ann Conception, specializes in selling original takoyaki, capturing the authentic Japanese taste and experience. Their popular takoyaki combo has become a local favorite, thanks to their emphasis on quality ingredients and a fresh, flavorful product. Tako-Motto actively leverages social media to maintain visibility and reach within the community, enhancing customer loyalty and sustaining a steady flow of visitors.

5. Bench/

Founded: 2002

Location: Centrio Mall, Capt. Vicente Roa St., Cagayan de Oro, Misamis Oriental

Business Type: Corporation

Business Model: B2C

Employees: 10

Industry: Lifestyle and Fashion Retail

Page: https://www.facebook.com/benchtmofficial

Bench/ is a registered trademark of SUYEN Corporation and was established to embody an international brand appeal with a local origin. With over 700 branches worldwide, Bench has become synonymous with affordable, high-quality fashion and lifestyle products for Filipinos. Store Manager John Remar Mahidlawon shared that Bench’s focus on customer service and unique promotions keeps it competitive in the fashion industry. The brand’s offerings, from apparel and skincare to home and lifestyle items, make it a go-to destination for everyday essentials. Bench continues to thrive on its mission to inspire and innovate, consistently delivering premium products at accessible prices.

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[ao3feed-destiel-02]

The Heartbreak Hotel

The Heartbreak Hotel https://ift.tt/IEhQyCf by naughtystiel To say that Dean was unhappy would be an understatement. The past two years had been hard for him and he was stuck in a depressive limbo. On the day of his forty-fifth birthday, he found a business card lying on the pavement outside of a cafe. The problem was, there wasn't much on it; a name, a slogan and a phone number. The phone number that he found himself dialling as he sat in his car. Now that he had a room booked, it was time to go and check what he got himself into. Would the Heartbreak Hotel turn out to be exactly what he needed all along? Words: 19676, Chapters: 8/8, Language: English Fandoms: Supernatural (TV 2005) Rating: Explicit Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Categories: M/M Characters: Dean Winchester, Castiel (Supernatural), Rowena MacLeod Relationships: Castiel/Dean Winchester Additional Tags: Hurt/Comfort, Healing, Angst, References to Depression, One Shot, Guilt via AO3 works tagged 'Castiel/Dean Winchester' https://ift.tt/enpyOWJ January 22, 2024 at 03:10AM

[supernatural-love14]

Christmas, You, Me?

Summary: After spending a night together at the Christmas Party, you and Dean realise that there is a lot more spark than either of you thought there ever would be...

Word Count: ? - still writing at the moment

Pairing: AU!Dean x Reader

Warnings: Fluff, Angst - not much, anxiety, SMUT, 18+. (I might add some more warnings later but I can’t think of anything else)

Written for: @spnchristmasbingo​

A/N: This is to finish off the rest of the bingo so I though I would turn it into a little mini series. (Tiles in brackets, Chapter title in bold - if there is no title still coming up with one for those chapters)

Chapter 1 - The Christmas Party (Neighbor AU)

Chapter 2 - Snowstorm (CafeOwner!Dean)

Chapter 3 - Die Hard (Obviously Die Hard)

Chapter 4 -  (Free Space)

Chapter 5 - (Rowena)

Chapter 6 - (A Charlie Brown Christmas) - Epilogue

POSTING AUGUST 2021

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*Presents to @amethystandemma and @heylorrain with shakey hands* here....

24 hour cafe called the Hearth, super cozy in a college town (based on the bakery/Cafe I've always dreamed of opening) (the owner may or may not be the personification of my fave goddess Hestia.....)

A cutie barista meets a man at night and a woman in the mornings, very attractive regulars. They flirt with each and start to gain feelings, it isn’t until they come in together that the worker makes the connection that they are married and they both want the cutie.

Sweet cozy poly love

Emersyn is the barista and they have a cat (Choco as in Choco The Chip Cookie (government name) a Bengal)

Rowena is a boss woman lawyer

Morgan is Rowena's hubby and is either an EMT or hospital worker of some kind idk yet

But yes this is my idea

I have an idea for a story, but it's not fic/fandom, so idk if anyone would want to read it

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SnakeFace episode 19 script

[script under cut]

<Friday, April 9: let’s kick up the plot a little>

  “Ivan’s staying home again today,” Kim explained to Joey and Val.

  “Is everything okay?” Joey asked.

  “Yeah, he’s just very tired. He still isn’t used to being exposed to a social setting, so he’ll need to take breaks every so often.”

  “Alright, as long as he’s doing okay. I might take him to the cafe after school.”

  “Good idea. We’re gonna be late if we don’t leave soon, come on. Ivan, we’re leaving!”

  There was no response, but Kim knew he heard her. The three left for school. Rowena ran out after Val with a little black parasol.

  “Nana, what are you doing?” Val asked.

  “Can I go to school with you today?” Rowena asked. “I won’t be any trouble, I promise.”

  Val thought for a moment. “Sure. Principal Reid shouldn’t have any problem with it. Just make sure not to wander off at all, okay?”

  Rowena smiled cutely. “Okay.”

  Ivan stayed in the attic for most of the day. Around 1100, he called his mom to check on her. She was still scouting around in town but promised she’d be home before dinner. He watched the birds singing in the canopies, the bugs and rodents skittering around the garden and the flora moving with the wind currents all through that small, foggy window. Then, at 1400, he watched his mom’s car pull into the driveway. He sprinted down the attic stairs, down to the first floor and through the front door to catch his mom on her way in. He hugged her tightly, burying his face in her shoulder.

  “Ivan,” Jamie smiled.

  “Please don’t leave like that again,” Ivan said.

  Jamie wasn’t sure what to say. “Okay,” was all she could get out. She pat her son’s hair kindly, kissing him on top of the head. “Why don’t we watch a movie?”

  Though they’d watched it a dozen times, Ivan and Jamie watched one of their favourite movies together in one of the empty rooms. They had renovated it into a makeshift theatre, using a sheet and a projector to watch movies on a bigger screen. They whispered back and forth throughout the film, quoting their favourite dialogue lines or laughing about an inside joke that came from a memorable scene. It made Ivan happy to spend that time with his mom again.

  “I miss you, mom,” he said when the credits started. “I miss hanging out. You’re always gone lately.”

  Jamie sighed. “I know, Ivan. I wish I could be home more, but I need to find a job so I can afford to do those fun things again.”

  Ivan nodded. “I miss him so much.”

  “I miss him too.”

  “He would’ve loved living out here, wouldn’t he?”

  “I think so.” She shifted her seating to face Ivan and smiled. “Let’s go walk through the woods tomorrow morning. We can go see if there are any creeks or caves to explore, does that sound fun?”

  Ivan smiled back and nodded. “Yeah. I’d like to do that.”

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Dating Fred Weasley and being a Ravenclaw would include

A/N: divider by the talented @firefly-graphics! Requests are open!

You knew of Fred from the moment he blew up Snape’s cauldron in class

The Weasley twins were very well known across the castle after that

So it was hard to ignore the fact they existed

How Fred noticed you however

Was when you showed up Flitwick in his own charms class

Flitwick had written something wrong on the blackboard

And well

You were apparently the only one to spot it

So you could either bite your tongue and not say anything

Or force yourself to point it out and look like a know-it-all

So naturally you pointed it out

Rowena would be proud

And Fred was just hooked after that

I mean you outsmarted a teacher

Somehow Fred’s eyes would always be drawn to you in the classes you shared

And George would notice

So with a sly grin and a plan

When you had to partner up in class

George would just so happen to partner up with Lee instead

“Sorry Freddie, looks like you’ll just have to ask that pretty Ravenclaw you keep eyeing up”

Fred would roll his eyes at his brother before his Gryffindor spirit kicked in 

And before he knew it, you were his transfiguration partner

And the two of you just clicked

Your witty comments along with his incapability to take anything seriously

McGonagall would wonder what she’s done wrong in her life every lesson

(But secretly have a bet with Dumbledore as to when you two would get together)

It was when Fred and George were going through their plans for another of their pranks

In not so quiet voices at the library 

You were a bit confused as to why they were there out of all places

“Are you lost?!”

“Ahh my dear little Ravenclaw, we are in need of your assistance”

They were looking for a specific book which included the spell to turn anything pink at just the touch

(The Slytherin common room may or may not have been their proposed victim)

So when you happened to know the exact spell they needed

Just because you did some light reading

Fred just stared at you like you were the eighth wonder of the world

I’m talking pure admiration 

Especially when you performed the spell on a stack of random books which Madam Piece, the librarian, was trying to organise

After that, it seemed like the twins came to you with any prank they had in mind

Asking you what they needed to make it work

Of course there were a few pranks which you refused to help with 

(A butt biting broom jinx for the Slytherin quiddich team was one of then)

But the mildly harmless ones you definitely had a hand in creating

So when one prank went very wrong, and the Great Hall became flooded with lava

You took the blame instead of the twins

Considering the most you’d be given was detention

You really were one of the top students in the school

After that, Fred was smitten

Wanted to ask you out so bad

So when you walked into the Great Hall one morning for breakfast

With fireworks spelling out “Go out with me to Hogsmeade?” in the air

You couldn’t say no

(Dumbledore passed McGonagall the 5 Galleons he owed her which she accepted confidently)

Though you didn't expect the when he would take you to Hogsmeade

Would be that very evening

And through a secret passageway nonetheless

But the Butterbeers were worth it

Especially when you knew random facts about them which amazed Fred

“Did you know House elves can get drunk off Butterbeers?”

“I didn’t but I love the fact you did, Sweetheart”

Also while we’re on that

Pet names

He’d have a whole list dedicated just for you

“Sweetheart” and “Love” would be his go to’s

But don't be fooled

When in a playful mood you can expect the most ridiculous ones 

“Sugar muffin”

“Love nugget”

“Cherry hug pie”

“Honey bunny pudding cup”

The whole of your first date the two of you were laughing

In fact you don't know when you’ve ever laughed so hard

Fred told you all about his family

And especially about the time he and George turned Ron’s teddybear into a giant spider

After the first date you had, there was definitely a second

And then a third

And then a forth

You best believe this guy asked you to be his girlfriend with a prank of some sort 

One where everyone would know you were going out with him

And how much he a d o r e d you

So when Ginny let it slip in a letter to Mrs Weasley that Fred had gotten himself a girlfriend

Who was smart and pretty

She was over the moon

Literally crushing you in a hug as you got off the Hogwarts Express at the end of the year

“Gosh you are gorgeous aren’t you!”

Summers at the Burrow would be your happy place

Especially because Fred was in his element 

Playing around with his siblings

Pranking Ron specifically 

But also late night star gazing with you

The two of you wrapped up in a blanket watching the lights twinkle above you

And he’d just hug you close

And press a kiss to the top of your head

Soft kisses

Passionate kisses

Long sweet kisses

He would want to kiss you as much as he could

Always try to steal a kiss or two from you

Also a random kiss from him during the day when you’re not feeling too great

Or just had a really bad day

A kiss from your boyfriend would turn your mood right around

So when Fred and George left Hogwarts in a blur of fireworks

You missed Fred everyday afterwards

Especially as you didn't get your daily kisses

Fred asked you to come with them

But alas

Your Ravenclaw nature wanted you to graduate and get your NEWT grades to be the best that they could

And of course when you did graduate and get your results

And you were of course the top of your year

Fred was so DAMN proud of his girl

Would literally tell anyone who’s listen

His entire family heard about it almost daily

The postman

Random people in their shop

Waitresses/waiters at cafes you went to

Even the odd person you’d pass down the street

So damn proud

You’d move in together after you’ve graduated

And you’d help out with creating new products or ideas for the shop

He’d be your biggest fan

100% supportive of what you’d do

oh my lord this man