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innately-pretentious · 4 years ago

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Let’s go out. (Klaus Hargreeves x Reader)

Request: Heyaa hope ur ok! You write Klaus so well and was wondering if I could request one where the reader and him get ready for a night out? I love ur blog! 💛

A/N: Ahh thank you so much! This is lowkey not proof read so forgive any mistakes, hope this is alright for you! ❤️✨

It was supposed to be a quiet night in, spending some much needed alone time together. Work had been hectic, and although you loved it, you unfortunately had to work late for the majority of nights this week, much to Klaus’ dismay.

Shrugging off your coat and kicking off your shoes, throwing your keys onto the table next to the door, you let out a sigh as you welcomed the familiar view of you apartment. The two of you had only been living together for a brief time, but despite only having this place for two months, you both have made it feel like a home. The first week had mainly consisted of running around various second-hand shops looking for mismatched furniture to buy. Being kicked out of IKEA for playing hide and seek or jumping across the sofas, he insisted that this was a vital test for such a large investment. Despite all this he definitely had an eye for design, you trusted him with the interior decor. You swear you even caught him making a Pinterest board once.

You slowly make your way into the apartment, hearing the faint sound of music coming from the kitchen. Cracking open the door slightly, you can’t help but smile at what you see. He is sloppily dressed, a pair of skinny jeans with no shoes, hair slightly scruffy, yesterdays eyeliner still slightly smeared across his lids, and your colourful robe loosely draped over his shoulders, hardly doing anything to hide the fact he has no shirt on. He glides around the kitchen with drink in one hand and a large spoon in the other, eyes shut as he dances to the music. Even when he is dancing alone, he always manages to seem elegant. Swaying and spinning around the kitchen, your robe flowing behind him as he continues working on dinner.

It’s at this point you decide to make yourself known, pushing the door open a little further and entering the room.

“Y/N! Didn’t hear you come in!” He said, putting his drink and utensils down to engulf you in a hug.

“I didn’t want to disturb your cooking, I missed you,” you replied, leaning up to press a soft kiss onto his lips.

“Please, if anything distract me more, you’ve been working late all week. I’m starting to feel like a housewife waiting for her husband to return,” he said sarcastically.

“You’re the best trophy wife I could ever ask for,” you joked.

He chuckled and pulled you closer to him, encouraging you to join with his dancing. Taking both your arms and swaying you back and forth, laughing and holding his arm above you for you to spin under. You try to do the same for him, but his tall stature has him bending slightly backwards to make it under the arch your arm has created. You two slowed down as the music faded, unlinking from each other and going to grab some food. Klaus was by no means a professional chef, but he was competent enough to make a good pasta. You both head out to the balcony to watch the sunset as you eat.

“Let’s go out” He said, finishing his dinner and taking a drag from his cigarette, gazing at you hopefully.

“I don’t know Klaus, it’s getting late” You replied.

“Come on Y/N, you’ve been slaving away all week and I have been the perfect little domestic goddess and cooked you a delicious meal. The weekend has just begun and we have nowhere to be tomorrow!” He argued, you were about to say no, but you saw the excitement in his eyes. He loved nothing more than seeing where the night took you both, getting lost on stupid adventures was a well rehearsed hobby of his.

“Fine! But only because you asked so nicely.” You said.

And just like that he was beaming, he smiled a genuine smile, putting out his cig and yanking you towards your bedroom. He gently pushed you into the chair next to the dressing table, pulling out boxes full of makeup and accessories. You could tell he was itching to get his hands on you, probably coming up with some baroque-esque look for the two of you. You were always slightly envious of his clothing and makeup collection.

“I’m thinking…” He begins, putting his thumb and index fingers in the shape of a rectangle, as if he is trying to see what vision he has for you, “I’m thinking vintage with an edge, but make it fashion?” He asks, cocking his head to the side, asking subtly for your approval.

“Surprise me,” You say with a smile, “I am your canvas.”

He gleams once more and turns to your shared wardrobe. You both had such a habit of borrowing each others clothes, you thought it would be more practical to just share one. Klaus has never been one to shy away from stereotypically ‘feminine’ clothing, you often found him wearing your stuff. He grabs handfuls of different fabrics, holding them up seemingly inspecting them.

He gently took your chin in large hand, smiling and telling you to shut your eyes as he came closer with some black eyeliner. Peeking through your lashes you could see the concentration on his face. The way his eyes furrow gently, teeth holding his lower lip as he focuses on his masterpiece.

“What got you into all of this stuff in the first place?” You ask, “Fashion, dressing up, the avant-garde style?”

He pulls away as he puts the lid back on the pencil. “I’m not gonna lie, I did do my fair share of raiding Allison’s wardrobe growing up, stealing a few of her magazines from her dresser etcetera. Guess I wanted the interior to mach the exterior, my personality definitely matches my appearance, now open your eyes?”

You do and look once again at him, his eyes are scanning your face for any imperfections he may come across. Finally deciding that his work was complete, he lets you turn to the mirror to see for yourself. You gaze at your reflection, it was subtle. Well, at least more subtle than you were expecting. Just some purple glitter on your eyes, slightly leading up towards your temples. It was the kind that was almost invisible in the dark, but would shimmer when the light hit it in the right angle. Perfect. You turned back to Klaus, his head resting in his hands as he studied your face for any disapproving looks.

“It’s perfect” you said,

“C’est magnifique.”

He stands up and hands you a bunch of clothes he has carefully selected. Urging you to put them on, he seemed almost as excited as a child playing dress up. The thought struck a nerve with you, remembering his less than ideal childhood, he probably never had the chance to experience this. Not wanting to keep him waiting any longer, you gathered the clothes in your arms and headed to the bathroom to change.

“Oh so you’re shy now? I promised I wouldn’t have peaked.” He says with a wink.

You can’t help but roll your eyes at his playful flirting, shutting the door behind you to inspect what outrageous outfit he had chosen this time. Flicking through the clothes you decide to just put them on, trusting his judgement on what he feels would look best. A pair of his wide legged black trousers and a pair of combat boots, matched with a sheer black button up shirt and on of his signature long necklaces. This outfit was definitely out of your comfort zone, however, you didn’t hate it at all. Fluffing up your hair to make it look slightly lived in, you open the door to your boyfriend to let him take in the view of his creation.

He turned around as soon as he heard the door open. His face softened into a genuine smile, he stood up to see you fully. Taking in your appearance, he couldn’t help but admire you. The way his trousers hugged your waist with the shirt elegantly draped over your shoulders was stunning. He stepped forwards to add some finishing touches, tucking in the shirt and undoing the top three buttons. He stopped at the third and gave you a suggestive smirk, you batted his hands away with a small chuckle.

“So give us a spin,” he smirked, which you reluctantly did, suddenly feeling slightly embarrassed as he shamelessly looked up and down your body. He noticed your hesitation and pulled you towards him by your waist.

“If you don’t like it you can take it off, you know that right?” A worried look now grazing his features, in fear he made you uncomfortable. You just smiled at his concern for you.

“I know, but your clothes just look so much better on me.”

“Brilliant” He said stifling a laugh, he began coaxing you to the door, holding out his classic black coat for you to put on. Checking one last time for your keys, phone and wallet, the two of you were ready to leave.

“M’lady…” He said, opening the door ahead and dramatically gesturing for you to go through. You head out to see where the night takes you both, arms linked together as you traverse the city, looking for excitement.

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kpopfromtheblock · 5 years ago

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a/n ⇾ i’m so late but better late than never i always say lmao… this is like partially edited, i’m sorry y’all… i’m so tired, i’ll re-read and fix the mistakes i’ve made later on. thank you all so much for your patience and support. i hope you enjoy part one of LWB 010!

for reference,*this* is what i imagine the villa to look like in this story (the photos of the air b & b do not belong to me. the only reason why i’m adding the link is because i’m terrible at descriptions and want the readers to have a good visual of their settings). also, any text that is shown in ‘Bold/Italics’ throughout the story will represent Y/n’s thoughts.

LIFE WITH BANGTAN | ot7

010

genre ⇾ mature content (swearing, smut is implied), fluff, comedy

pairing ⇾ bts x fem reader, ot7 x fem reader

summary ⇾ two years spent together surely calls for a celebration right? ABSO-FUCKING-LUTELY. the boys whisk you away to paradise for the week to celebrate your anniversary!

warning ⇾ talks of kidnapping and murder, slow burn, mature content (the reader and namjoon get a little frisky but no sex… at least not in part one), dirty talk, talks of fellatio and cunnilingus — usual warnings: cringy-ness, swearing

words ⇾ 6,3k

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“No way.” You mumble to yourself as the car you’re in pulls up to one of the largest villas you’ve ever seen. Just from looking at the exterior of this place, you can tell that it was expensive. This couldn’t possibly be the place the boys had rented out for your vacation. There’s no way. This was way too much for just the eight of you and you were only staying for ten days.

“Um, excuse me sir?” You call out to the driver, whose name you had quickly forgotten within the two hour ride from the airport to this castle you’re currently in front of. “Yes Miss?” He answers politely whilst unbuckling his seat belt. “Are you sure this is the right place?” You question, voice riddled with uncertainty. “Of course Miss. This is the address I was instructed to take you to. Please stay seated, I will get the door.” His accent is thick but you are able to make out every word he says.

You enjoy the way the words sound rolling off of his tongue. It’s quite pleasant to hear.

“But this-“ You’re unable to protest because the driver eagerly gets out of the car, jogging around to the opposite side to unlock the backseat door. As soon as the door opens, the extremely hot weather hits you. You had no idea Paris got this hot in the summer time.

You hesitate getting out of the car as it is still cool from the air condition that was just on.

You definitely regret a black hoodie with matching black leggings now…

“Please step out miss,” The driver says with a kind smile. You know that’s just the professional way to say ‘Get the fuck out of my car.’ — so you do, not wanting to hold the man up any longer.

He probably has other people to pick up or maybe you were his last ride and he wanted to get home and retire for the evening, get home to his family... Whatever the case was, you finally decide to step out the car, feet hitting the concrete and the warm weather kisses your face. You instantly hate the feeling. You do enjoy summer, but not when it’s this hot.

“I will get your bags Miss.” You nod and turn to look around.

The place is extremely beautiful from what you can see outside. It’s rustically designed, with bricks, stone and wood. The path leading up to the house is all cobblestones… There’s no way you’d be able to get away with walking around in heels without busting your ass in process.

There is a large archway, made completely of stone. You assume that is where the entrance is.

You pull out your phone and quickly unlock it then go into your contacts... For a few seconds you’re not sure who you should call but then you decide it’d be best to call Taehyung as he is probably the one who picked out this villa… It pretty much has his name written all over it.

The phone rings two times before you hear the base of his sweet voice flow through your ears.

“Hi Darling, have you reached?”

“Kim Taehyung, I’m gonna murder you and the others.” You say, somewhat jokingly.

“Why? What’s wrong? Is everything okay with the house?” He asks you a hundred questions at once. You take few seconds to process everything before responding to him. “Everything is perfect...” You start as you watch the kind man take your duffle bag out and put it on top of your suitcase. He rolls the two up the pathway until he is disappearing behind the stone arch…

You are afraid to move from beside the car, just incase you are in fact, at the wrong place and have to make a quick exit before the owner of the property comes out with a blowtorch to light your ass up for trespassing.

“That’s the not problem.” You continue, there’s a pause on the other end. Tae is waiting for an explanation.

“What’s wrong Y/N? I’m starting to get worried.” Tae says after a few seconds of silence. You suddenly feel bad for making him concerned but you can’t wrap your head around the fact that the boys went out of their way to get a place this fancy for your anniversary.

“This place is way too big and expensive... You guys didn’t have to do this.”

Tae chuckles and shakes his head as if you could see him. “I know we didn’t have to but how often do the eight of us get to go on vacation together?”

He did have a point. You’ve known the boys for five years and have been dating them for two and in those two years of dating, the eight of you have never gotten a chance to go on a vacation without work being involved.

“I guess you’re right.” You start. “But still, isn’t this place a bit too much for the eight of us?”

“I personally think it’s not enough but Hyung wouldn’t let us rent the bigger villa a few blocks down.” Tae sighs and you have to chuckle at him. Tae is definitely Prince High in the land of Maintenance and he has the right to be. He’s extremely humble and has worked hard for everything he has, alongside his members. He deserve to enjoy the finer things in life and if that means spending a large sum of money on a vacation villa for eight then why the fuck not right?

“Okay Miss, you’re all set.” Your driver says as he jogs back over to meet you. “Thank you so much.” You smiled brightly at him. “What time does your flight get into tomorrow?” You ask Tae whilst pressing your phone between your ear and shoulder so that you can rummage through the bag that is draped across your body.

The boys had to take a flight a day later than you as they had a few things to finish up before getting to officially rest. You’d be missing a day with them but you figured you could use that time alone to do a little bit of self care and pampering or maybe a little bit of sightseeing.

“Our flight lands around noon so we should get to the villa around one or two pm.” Taehyung informs you as you pull your wallet out. You hum in response. “Sounds good. I can’t wait for you guys to get here.” You tell Tae as you take the crisp note out of your wallet and hand it over to the driver.

You’re happy that you remembered to convert your dollars into euros before leaving the airport.

The man before you smiles kindly and thanks you before heading back to his vehicle.

“I’m excited too darling,” Taehyung informs you, you can tell by the sound of his voice that there is a smile present on his face and that makes a smile form on your own. You go down the cobblestone path to your new home for the next ten days. A soft sigh leaves your lips as you get closer to the entrance of the villa. You’re relieved to be away from the sun and under the shade of the stone archway.

“Whoa” You mumble to yourself when you see the large glass door and the neon red ‘Exit’ sign beside it.

“I gotta getting going babe. The boys are waiting for me in rehearsal… We’ll call you later” Tae’s voice rings in your ear.

“Okay, I love you.”

“Love you too baby. Talk to you later.”

“Okay.” And with that you pull the phone away from your ear and end the call with Tae. Phone still in hand, you swipe your finger across the screen a few times to get to the massage app. Opening the group chat you have with the boys, you scroll up just a bit to find the access pin to get into the villa.

Once you find it, you take a few steps up to the door and tap on the key pad. It beeps to life and you slowly type in the pin, not wanting to mess up. The key pad light up a neon green, indicating that you put in the correct code. You grab hold of the handle and twist it before pushing the door open. “Oh my god,” Leaves your mouth in a soft gasps as you see the interior of the beautiful home. If you thought outside was gorgeous, inside takes the cake.

Your place would look like a freaking shoe box compared to this.

You close the front door and take off your bag and the hoodie you’re wearing. The cool breeze from the air condition meets your warm skin and you are incredibly thankful to the owner for leaving the AC on.

You decide to take a few minutes exploring the house. Upon entering the house, you are in the living room which is surrounded by stone walls and archways, just like outside. The brown leather furniture compliments the grey tone of the the walls. Walking further into the house, you step into the kitchen. It’s an open space, with a large window and a rustic wooden table in the center. Moving on, theres a common area with a large cherry wood piano taking up space in the corner. The wall across from the piano has a huge ceiling to floor photo of some musician you’ve never heard of.

Exploring more of the house, you discover that there is a second living room complete with a huge ass fire place and massive tv, a dining room that seats eight, five bedrooms and five full bathrooms. There’s a recreational area outside complete with a grill, benches and a huge pool. A second recreational area complete with a pool table and to top it all off, a gorgeous cement spiral staircase leading up to the second floor.

“This place is a fucking dream.” You think out loud, shaking your head is disbelief. You can’t even imagine how many numbers are on the price tag for a place like this. You don’t even want to think about how much money the boys spent to book it…

Going back to the front door, you grab your suitcase and pull it down the hall towards the bedrooms. There are three of them upstairs and two on the second floor. You’re sure you’ll be room hopping or maybe even sharing one room with all the guys so it doesn’t really matter what room you’re in but you do need somewhere to keep your things while you’re there… So, you go for the first room you see. It’s just as gorgeous as the rest of the house and maybe a little smaller than some of the other rooms in the villa but you don’t mind… It’s designed with stone walls, just like the living room, a queen sized bed facing a HUGE window that basically takes up the entire wall. Theres a small circular table and chair placed snuggly in the corner and a few pieces of artwork on the wall.

It’s perfect for you.

You pull your suitcase into the room and lay it flat on the floor. Pulling your phone out your back pocket, you sit on the floor with crossed legs. Opening up the camera on your phone, you decided to take a quick selfie.

You hold the camera up and stretch your hand out to get the perfect angle for the photo. You don’t look your best after a day full of traveling but you smile anyways. Eyes scrunched closed and two fingers up in a peace sign up, you snapped the picture. You don’t even take a second look at it before going into the family group chat. You select the photo then type out a message under it before hitting send.

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hiiiii, not sure if Tae told the rest of you but i made it to the villa! its absolutely gorgeous and i can’t wait for you all to get here 🥺 love y’all!

After the message has been delivered, you start unpacking. First you pull out all your skincare, beauty and body products so that you can bring them into the bathroom. Next you take out all the little dresses and flowy tops you brought with you to hang in the closet. You take out your hats and accessories and neatly arrange them on the little table in the corner. Last is your shoes. A lot of sneakers and flat sandals because comfort is key and a few pairs of your favorite heels that go with everything. You line your shoes up against the wall in the closet. There’s no dresser in the room so you decide to keep your socks and undergarments in the suitcase before pulling your suitcase into the closet so that it is out of the way.

When you’re done with unpacking, you go into the bathroom to take a shower. You need to wash your hair and wash the flight off of you.

Stepping into the large shower, you immediately sigh when the water hits you. You start by washing your hair, taking time to let the soap lather up and seep into your roots. You could almost fall asleep from how good your fingers feel massaging your scalp.

When you’re done with your hair, you move on to washing your body. You let the warm water smooth your aching muscles. It takes you a total of thirty minutes to finish up your shower.

You push open the shower door and grab the nearest towel off the shelf. You quickly shake the cloth through your damp hair before tossing it in the hamper. You then decide to work on your skincare. That routine takes you about fifteen minutes. That’s enough time for your body to air dry because you are too lazy to pat yourself dry with a towel.

In the middle of the last step of your skincare regimen, you hear what sounds like the doorbell ring. The sound startles you, causing you to yelp. “What the fuck?” You think out loud. It rings again and you quickly pat the rest of your moisturizer into your face before grabbing your silk robe off the back of the bathroom door. You wrap yourself up in it before exiting the bathroom.

Extremely confused, you walk out your room and towards the front door. The closer you get to the front door, the more you’re able to see someone standing on the other side of the frosted glass.

You can’t make out who is it but there is definitely someone there. The doorbell rings again, causing you to jump for a second time. “Hello?” You say, putting your hand on the knob as you wait patiently for a response but it never comes.

The person on the other end lifts their hand up to knock this time. “Who is it?” You ask again, feeling like your heart is about to drop down to your stomach from

how nervous you are...

Who in the hell could be showing up to your secluded air b and b at six pm in the evening?

The knock on the door comes again, a little louder this time. “Who is it?” You ask for the second time, frustration evident in you voice. You’ve watched too many foreign hostage movies to know that the minute you open that door, someone in a mask is going to snatch you up and take you away.

You look to your left and grab the umbrella from the bucket beside the door... It’s not much but the end is pointy and if you push it hard enough, you’re sure you’ll be able to pierce through the skin of whoever is on the other side of the door. You steady your hand on the knob, ready to open it but you halt when the person on the other side finally speaks....

“Kitten, please open the door. It’s hot as fuck out here.”

You’d know that voice anywhere. Quickly pulling the door open, you are both delighted and relieved to see your boyfriend Yoongi, dressed in all black much like you were earlier. His gummy smile makes an appearance and your heart flutters. He looks down, taking notice to the umbrella in your hand before looking back up at you and raising a questionable eyebrow. “I thought you were a murderer.” You told

him and he chuckles. “Come here.” He says before, wrapping his arms around your waist and pulling you into him. You wrap your arms around his neck, umbrella still in hand.

“I thought you guys wouldn’t be here until tomorrow.” You say, pulling away from Yoongi to look at his face. “We wanted to surprise you.” He tells you and you smile before leaning forward to press a kiss to his soft lips.

It doesn’t take long for the kiss to escalate. You immediately melt in Yoongi’s arms. He holds you close to him as his tongue desperately licks at your bottom lip, asking for entrance. You smile against his mouth before parting your lips. He doesn’t hesitate to slip his warm tongue into your mouth. “Mmm” He moans against you. Your tongues caress each other’s, causing few moans of your own to fall past your lip.

“We haven’t even been here a full hour yet and Hyung is already hogging her.” You pull alway from Yoongi against his wishes to find a very pouty Jungkook staring at the two of you. You chuckle then turn back to Yoongi and peck his lips once more before moving yourself out of his grip. You walk over to your big baby and lean up to kiss his next. “I miss you Kookie.” You tell him truthfully and he smiles. “I missed you more.” He says before kissing you again.

“Um excuse me, can I get a little help please?” Taehyung huffs out. You look away from Jungkook to see poor Taehyung struggling up the cobblestone path with two large suitcases. “No.” Yoongi quickly says. “No one told you to bring a hundred bags. We’re only here for ten days.” He adds and you laugh. You walk over to Tae and take a suitcases from him. “Thank you Darling,” He says sweetly. “I can always count on you.” He continues, speaking loud enough for the other members to hear. You watch Yoongi ignore him and walk into the villa, Jungkook following closely behind.

“Wow!” Jungkook says excitedly, upon entering the home.

Turning your attrntion back to Tae, you begin pulling his suitcase along. It’s extremely heavy but you use all the strength you have to get it up the small steps. “Tae, what the hell? What’s in here?” You struggle to get the words out.

“Is it too heavy for you? I’ll take it.”

“No, no, it’s fine I can do it but what’s in here?”

“My shoes.”

You stop dead in your tracks, to look up at the handsome boy. “Seriously?” You question him in disbelief. “It’s good to have options baby.” He says nonchalantly. You laugh and shake your head, finishing your journey up the steps and into the villa.

Tae comes inside after you and his mouth drops in awe at the beauty of your home for the next week. “This is better than the pictures online.” Tae says as he pushes his suitcase to the side and runs off to explore the house.

Yoongi has already taken up space on the couch, his eyes closed and hand placed over his stomach as he lays across the cushions.

Jungkook is in the kitchen unloading his bag of snacks.

You realize that those two are probably done helping with the luggage so you go back outside to give a hand.

As you step towards the door, you come face to face with the one and only Kim Seokjin. He smiles brightly at you. “Hi Princess!” He greets you excitedly. “Hello Handsome.” You give his lips a quick kiss before stepping aside to let him in. “Why do you have an umbrella?” He questions you and you look down at your hand. You totally forgot you were holding it. “Oh,” You says before putting it back in the basket it belongs in. “Umm, funny story. I’ll tell you about it later.” You say in amusement. “I look forward to it.” He says, as he struts back over to you and wraps you in a tight bear hug. Your face is pressed to his chest and you silently inhale, taking comfort in his scent.

“Are you sniffing me?”

‘He caught me.’ You think to yourself.

“What? No.. That’s weird.”

“It’s okay…” Jin tells you. “If I were you, I’d sniff me too.” He says smugly and you instantly roll your eyes. “Ugh!” You groan trying to feign annoyance but the smirk on your face tells a different story. You try to push yourself out of Jin’s grip but he just holds you tighter, laughing at your attempt to escape. “Where are you going?” Jin ask, snuggling closer to you.

“I’m going to help with the rest of bags.”

“It’s okay Angel,” You hear Hobi’s voice from behind you. You turn around as much as you can whilst still Jin’s grip. Hoseok comes into view, looking as handsome as always, Followed by the equally handsome Park Jimin, strutting in a pair of pink tinted sunglasses.

“Jimin and I got the last of them.” He informs you as he drops his duffel bag off his shoulder. “Hi Guys!” You say excitedly before turning you head to look back up at Jin.

“Babe, you gotta let me go now...”

“And why is that?”

“We’ve been hugging for at least five minutes, I wanna hug Hobi and Jimin too.”

“Yeah, we missed her too Hyung,” Hobi says, making his way over to the two of you. “I suppose... But first,” Jin pokes out his lips out, indicating that he wants a kiss from you. You first reaction is to laugh at him...

“You big baby...” You mumble before standing on your toes to peck his lips once. Of course one kiss is not enough for him, so he pecks your lips two more times. He doesn’t get to go for a third kiss because Hoseok is pulling you out of the older man’s grip and into his arms for a hug. He picks you up off the floor and you squeal.

In an instant, Hobi is smothering your face in kisses, ending each one with an exaggerated ‘Mauh!’

“Hobert Jung, put me down. My robe is riding up.” You say through fits of giggles.

Taehyung and Jimin emerge from the kitchen just as the words leave your mouth. “You’ve been naked under there this whole time?” Tae says cheekily. “Obviously, I’m surprise that wasn’t the first thing you noticed.” Jungkook responses for you.

“So what? It’s not that we haven’t seen you naked before.” Hobi states, finally putting you back down. As soon as your feet hit the floor, you feel a pair of arms wrap around your waist. You know they belong to Jimin. You can tell just by the feeling of his chest against your back. You lean into his touch as he places a single kiss on your check from behind. “I missed you.” He says sweetly and you smile at the sound of his honey-like voice in your ear.

“I missed you too.. All of you, I’m so happy you guys are here.”

“We’re happy we’re here too.” Jin responses as he walks over to the couch Yoongi is laying on. He takes a seat at the end of it, putting Yoongi’s legs on his lap. Yoongi has already fallen asleep, eyes closed and lips parted as he breathes peaceful.

“Now the eight of us can really get this party started!” Jungkook exclaims while bouncing side to side enthusiastically.

“Speaking of the eight of us, where is Joon?” You question, you realize he’s the only one you haven’t seen yet. “He’s upstairs, I think.” Taehyung informs you, ignoring the other seats in the living room so that he can plop down on the floor in front of the coffee table. “He snuck right past me.” You say, a pout evident on you face.

“Well Hyung was in you face the entire time and I think Namjoon Hyung was on the phone with Manager Sejin.” Jimin tells you, his arms still securely wrapped around you.

“He should be off by now, why don’t you go see.” Jin suggest and you nod your head in agreement. “We should pick rooms now anyways then we’ll eat.” He adds.

“What should we eat? I didn’t get a chance to go to the market.”

“That’s okay Princess, we saw one in town on our way in. We can stop there.” Jin explains and once again, you nod. “Okay, I’ll go check on Joon.” You say, slipping out of Jimin’s arms. You already miss the comfort of his body against your but it’s fine. You’ll be wrapped up in him again at some point during this trip.

You make your way over to the spiral staircase and walk up the stairs in search of Namjoon.

Upon reaching the top step, you can hear the faint sound of his voice.

He’s still on the phone.

The further you get down the hall, the louder his deep voice escapes through bedroom door.

“We’ll be okay, we have GPS.” You hear Namjoon say. You knock lightly on the door before poking your head in to let him know its you. A smile forms on your face when you see the sight of your handsome man sitting on the edge of the bed, looking oh so delectable in a pair of baggy tan shorts and a cream colored Fear Of God t-shirt that you could’ve sworn you saw on Yoongi once but maybe not?

The glasses on Joon’s face raise as his check puff up from smiling at you. You nearly swoon at sight of his dimples.

With one hand pressing his phone up to his ear Namjoon uses his other hand to motion you over to him. “C’mere,” He mouths to you then pats on his thighs indicating that he wants you to sit on them.

You don’t hesitate, happily taking a few small steps across the floor until you’re in front of him. Joon quickly wraps his free hand around your waist, pulling you closer to him. You straddle his lap, knees pressing into the mattress on either side of his hips. The little robe you’re wearing raises up, exposing more of your thighs as you make yourself comfortable on Joon’s lap. You try to ignore the feel of your bare core resting on top of the soft cotton of his sweatpants but it’s a lot harder to do than you’d like to admit.

The man beneath you brings his hand to rest on your soft skin and you drape your arms over his shoulders.

“Yes, okay...” Namjoon responses to whoever is on the other line, he watches you as your hand comes forward to fiddle with the silver chain around his neck. While you’re in your own world, suddenly fascinated by his jewelry, Namjoon takes the time to admire you. His eyes scan over the features of your face... You look different… well-rested, happier. You’re radiant and glowing and he loves to see it.

You’re too busy admiring the necklace to notice his eyes on you. “There,” You say patting your fingers against his neckline where the chain lays. When you finally look up, the man’s eyes are already on you.

Slightly thrown off by his stare, you ask “What?” your voice comes out in a whisper, you don’t want to interrupt his conversation but you also want him to hear you and he does. Namjoon shakes his head in response, the smile never leaving his face.

“Nothing, you look pretty.” he confesses and you blush, a small smirk forming on your lips. You lean forward to place a single kiss on his plump lips before pulling away. Joon leans into you, chasing your lips for another one. You chuckle at his eagerness... You couldn’t resist him, even if you tried.

You press your lips against his again, this time with more purpose. A soft moan ripples from Joon’s throat at the feeling of his lips on yours again. He pulls back from your lips to speak. “I’m fine Hyung.” He says to the person on the line. Now, that you’re closer to him, you’re able to confirm the sound of Manager Sejin’s voice on the other end of the receiver. A devious smirk forms on your mouth as you think of the time that Joon had decided to eat you out whilst you were on a very important call with your boss. Granted, you didn’t stop but still... You would love to pay him back for the time he spent down on his knees in front of you.

You kiss Namjoon again and he wraps his arm back around your waist, pulling you so close that your chests are touching. You’re sure he can feel the way your nipples have harden through the thin material of what you’re wearing.

Both your hands come up to softly rest on either side of his head, holding his face in place so you can take advantage of his mouth. You tilt your head to the side and begin sucking on his bottom lip. His groan is muffle by you gently pushing your tongue into his warm mouth. He welcomes the sensation of your wet muscle against his.

You taste so sweet to him, always so always.

As your tongue begin swirling around his, you realize that your hips have been rocking back and forth against Joon’s lap. Your bare cunt, rubbing ever so lightly against his clothed cock.

‘When did I start grinding on this man’s dick?’ You think to yourself.

As surprised as you were about your hips having a mind of their own, you don’t stop them from grinding and your mouth doesn’t stop moving either. You decide to drag your lips from his mouth to his jaw line. You begin peppering kisses there before bringing your mouth further down, stopping to give special attention to the spot on his neck that you know drives him crazy. “Y-yes… I’m listening Hyung…” Joon stutters out and you smirk against his skin. He grabs hold of your hips and for a minute you think he’s going to stop you from grinding against him but he doesn’t.

Instead he pushes you down further, pushing your core against the bulge in his sweatpants. At the feeling of Namjoon’s dick against you, you fight back the moan that is creeping up the back of your throat. You are not here for you, you’re here to make him feel good.

Pulling yourself away from his neck after leaving a few bruises on either side, you take a good look at his face. His eyes are low and they gaze at you filled with desire, his lips are slightly swollen, you assume from biting them when you weren’t looking.

He’s so fucking fine.

You can’t stop yourself from sliding your hands up his shirt. Your fingers caress the ripples against his stomach. You’ve always loved Joon’s body but since going back on tour, he’s been working out more, defining his muscles and chiseling out his usually soft features... You’d be lying if you said you weren’t enjoying the results.

“What are you doing?” Namjoon whispers his question after having moved the phone away from his ear briefly. “Me?” You ask innocently, fluttering your eyelashes. “Nothing...” You say, voice trailing off before you use both hands, still under Joon’s shirt to push him back on the bed softly. He huffs as his back hits to soft comforter. You smile before leaning back down to kiss him once again.

The kiss is more heated than the last time, all tongue and teeth. Your hips start to move on their own for the second time in the span of ten minutes. This time you can feel your wetness spreading across your pussy lips as Namjoon’s cock rubs between your folds. His hand finally slip under your robe and he grabs a hand full of your ass cheek, using it to push you down hard against him. You gasps softly against his mouth before sitting up on top of him, both hands on his chest.

There is a sneaky smirk present on Joon’s lips. “You’re not wearing any panties?” He mouths to you with a brow raised and you shake your head, seductively bitting your lip. “I’m not wearing anything at all.” You correct him. You thought it was impossible for his eyes to get any darker but boy were you wrong. The way he looks at you with pure unadulterated lust is out of this world.

You lean back down to kiss him, never stopping the rotation of your hips. Joon is solid underneath you, hard as a rock and it feels so good to be pressed up against him like this.

“Uh, I’m-...” Namjoon tries to speak with his mouth against your lips but it sounds muffle... You pull back again, just enough to give him room to talk to his manager.

“Hyung, can I call you back?” He says as you sit up, placing your hands on his firm chest. His shirt has risen up, exposing the skin of his stomach and the happy trail that leads to gold. You so desperately want to kiss him there but the hold he still has on your ass and the look in his eyes keep you in place. “Yeah, I’m fine... I just need to take care of something real quick.” He says, the low bass of his voice causes your abdomen to tighten.

‘Yes, please take care of it,’ is what you want to say but you keep your mouth shut.

“I will hyung. Talk to you later.” Namjoon hurriedly ends the phone calls then tosses his phone down on the bed.

“What do you think you’re doing?” He asks, now with his full attention on you. “Nothing...” You say, you faux innocent look you’ve perfect over the years doesn’t fool Joon. He sits up, using one hand to support his weight while the other is still on your ass, gently messaging it.

“Why are you giving me a heard time? I’m sure Sejin Hyung heard you.”

You shrug, deciding to focus on something else besides the look on Namjoon’s face.

“Isn’t that part of the fun?”

“You bad girl, couldn’t you wait until I got off the phone?”

“I guess but it would’ve been hard when you were sitting here looking so… Fuckable...” Joon chuckles, shaking his head at you. His pushes a strand of loose hair out of your face. “What will I do with you?” He asks, it’s a rhetorical questions, you know but you decide to answer it anyways.

“Let me suck you off.”

“Oh baby girl,” Joon starts, pulling you closer to him, so that his lips hover an inch or two away from your own. “How could I ever say no to that?” He starts. “But first,” He continues but before you can respond he is flipping you on to your back, his body in between your legs. “Would you mind if I just….” He begins slowly pulling at the tie in front of your robe.

“Take this off…”

“Joon, I..-“

“I don’t think so.” The two of you hear the sound of Jin’s voice. Turning your heads to the door in unison, you see the older man standing against the door frame with his arms crossed over his chest.

“How long have you been standing there?” Namjoon asks with an expression mixed somewhere between slightly confused and slightly embarrassed.

“I walked in on the ‘let me suck you off.’ part.” Your face flushes at having being caught. No matter how comfortable you are with your sexuality or with your boyfriends, being caught talking dirty will always be just a little bit embarrassing to you. Especially since you were never someone who was good at it or so you thought... Things changed when the boys came into your life.

“Why didn’t you say anything?” You finally speak

up.

“I don’t know... Curiosity, I guess.” Jin shrugs. “Anyways, there will be no sucking off anyone in this house, not until after dinner.” He explains and you have to giggle at his choice of words.

“Ah but Hyung we haven’t seen her in ages.” Namjoon whines, still on top of you.

“It’s only been a month Namjoonie.” Jin protest.

“A month too long... Don’t you miss having her mouth on you?” He says. “Of course I do,” Jin confesses. “Which is why we, as in all of us should wait until later. Why should you have her first?” Jin continues and you sigh, rolling your eyes at the conversation the two are having.

“First of all, she is laying right here. Don’t I get a say in who I get to sleep with first?” You say as you begin to sit up, forcing Namjoon to remove himself from between your legs, you’re quick to push your robe down, not wanting to expose you wet cunt to world right now

“You know you do Princess. It’s your say or no say at all but I just thought since the seven of us haven’t seen you in a month…”

“Hmm,” You hum in response. “Now I have to think about it.” Your tone is playful as you get up off the bed, smoothing down the silk material your body is wrapped in. You retie the strings, so they don’t come loose as you walk past Namjoon’s pouty face and over to Jin, patting his chest. “I’ll be in charge during this trip... Especially when it comes to my body.” You tell him before leaning up to place a kiss on his cheek.

“Where are you going?” Joon asks, as you step out of the room. “It’s about time I put some panties on.” You say before going back downstairs to finally get dressed…

#bts fanfic #bts fanfiction #bts smut #bts fluff

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glowyjellyfish · 3 years ago

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Progress report:

I downloaded many medieval things from many sites. Still need to install most of them. The big problem was attempting to download literally everything from Almighty Hat--I was planning to mainly just go for objects at this point, but there was so. much. hair. and medieval undergarments! different ones from the other Almighty Hat ones I already had! ...so eventually I bookmarked the hair pages I thought I didn’t have, and promised myself to do a hair run later. That means it feels like I only have PBK left to scour for objects, without counting things like GOS gift sets as I don’t even know how to begin searching through that without literally looking at everything.

The CEP seemed to solve the blue on the medieval wood set... until I loaded a lot where I had already placed them. Then the blue was back, would not depart, and any new attempts at placing also came with blue. This is after emptying my cache AND clearing all the thumbnails, you understand. I guess placing the blue objects was a bad idea as now the lots have re-cursed the objects with blue? Should I just sell and replace the cursed objects with different ones, or do I need to do another re-download, or what? I will have to see.

Anyway, today I built a beekeeping farm for the Patels that turned out pretty great. Try as I might, I could not make the lot be worth $35,000 as yeoman lots should be, but it’s fine. There’s only so much decor I could cram in there anyway.

I forgot to position the camera correctly to see the ceiling, but trust me it has one. Oh, probably I left the game set on an upper floor after taking the outside picture. Mea culpa!

Bush clipping in from outside, might have to deal with that. I found I like clustering the fridge, sink, and tub next to each other in my medieval kitchens in an effort to imply that they are sharing a small water supply rather than having the whole house full of plumbing wherever.

Second floor! I have finally figured out to put roof walls above interior walls. This room is currently a vague nursery, and has loads of space for more children as needed.

The bed looks a little overly fancy, but it wasn’t expensive. I’m just going to pretend a relative carved it all nice for them.

The yard! Little outhouse, five beehives ready to be filled, a honey press, four apple trees and one each pear and persimmon for variety, and a row of blackberry bushes.

Rows of herbs and berry bushes, and in the distance a slightly overgrown cluster of shrubs and wildflowers for the bees to enjoy!

Looking back at the house from within a patch of wildflowers.

And a small market stand out front to sell their herbs, fruit, and honey. Maybe someday, they’ll add a fully indoor home store to sell out of, but right now I love this house too much to change it. It’s that glamorous yellow plaster-and-timber exterior, I am sure. I’m a little concerned I made it too nice for yeomen, but it has the correct number of rooms and furniture (plus some decor and one extra side table for the scroll phone), and they didn’t even fill out the standard pre-garden yeomen budget of $35,000, so it’s probably fine.

And I am getting very close to finishing the makeovers of Desiderata Valley, after which will be everyone’s favorite, Pleasantview!

The second yeoman family of Desiderata Valley, after the Ottomases, is the Jocque family.

Sophia Jocque. I try to match the colors of each sim’s original outfit unless I find something else I like better, and I made a point of giving her long, soft hair to counteract her very square jaw. I think she came out looking really nice!

Marcel Jocque. Nothing special, but I’ve been trying that hair on lots of men and am pleased I finally found one for whom it worked!

Violet Jocque, now with one long braid instead of two short ones!

Next we have the Bells, the only merchant family of Desiderata Valley.

Hannah Bell. Although I usually vaguely aim in the direction of whatever texture a sim’s original hair is, in this case I didn’t think it was particularly sensible to give Hannah and Sharon straight hair. No straighteners in the medieval megahood! Besides, she looks much nicer with those braids.

...and Sharon looks amazing with this short curly mop. She’s a tad rebellious anyway, and I didn’t want to repeat my longer curly hairs this early.

Isaac Bell. It was kinda tough finding him an outfit that reflected his colors without being too high or low class, and without simply repeating what I’ve put on other yeomen. As you can see, I didn’t quite nail it (his original outfit is pink and grey), but this works; he looks like he’s got a bucket of charisma.

And Daniel Bell, sneaking in one last use of the TV before everything goes full medieval.

Finally, the gentry of Desiderata Valley, Lady Natasha Una.

...she’s still obsessed with grilled cheese. I might change that, but then again I might not. She’s one of the highest ranking available adult women, so she probably won’t stay single for long. Her best prospects are currently Duke Armand DeBateau, Lord Nervous Subject/Specter (I’ll probably change his last name to Specter, Subject is his... hostage name), or, failing either of those, Lord Geoff Rutherford, Lord Connor Weir, Lord Kent Capp, or Lord Frances J. Worthington III. Kent Capp is less likely, as I want to prioritize him for ladies that need to keep their names and positions, but he’s definitely an option, and they have hit it off before in other, non-medieval megahoods I’ve played.

I just have to makeover the Aspir family, and then I’ll be on to the peasants of Pleasantview. Also, I have decided that I need to finish making over all the playable sims (including the college sims) before I can start actually playing, in addition to completing all lot construction and remodeling in Belladonna Cove. I... am not sure yet whether it’s a great or terrible idea to start actually playing before I finish Everything, but it at least makes a nice smaller goal to shoot for.

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housedecorationhub · 3 years ago

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9 Reasons To Employ A Professional Painter Or Decorator

Do you prefer to hire someone to do the job? Everybody needs a fresh coat of paint at least once in a while. Many people prefer to do it themselves when it's time embellish and paint. While this type of task might seem inexpensive and easy however, there are a lot of factors that can cause DIY decorating to be more trouble than it's worth. Here are the top nine reasons we believe you should employ a professional painter and decorator.

They are aware of their paints

With a variety of paint finishes and types it is difficult to decide which one to pick for your home. In addition, not all paint types are suitable for the same surfaces, or in the same rooms. For instance, a kitchen requires different types of paint than the bathroom, and a wooden surface requires a different kind of paint than metal. Hire an expert painter decorator to be able to provide you with advice on the most suitable primer, the best paint and most suitable finish for your home renovation. They'll also do the job for you!

Proper Preparation

Some steps are overlooked in DIY decorating tasks. Preparation is essential as any professional interior designer will inform you. Filling in holes, cleaning, priming and smoothing surfaces are the most important steps. It is a lengthy process to prepare your home for painting or decorating. But it is worth it. If you contract local decorator from Mi Decor , we'll do the preparation job for you and also decorate your house with the best quality.

They make use of the correct tools

A professional decorator and painter is not just equipped with the appropriate tools, but they also know how to use them effectively and efficiently. An amateur decorator can struggle to finish a renovation project without the right tools. This is why it is important to employ a professional decorator and painter. You will also conserve money using their equipment rather than purchasing your own.

It will save you time

It takes time to complete your own painting and decorating project. From moving furniture and covering surfaces in dust sheets, to preparing walls, painting and cleaning up, DIY decorating is not for the faint-hearted. The preparation, painting and final touches can be handled by a professional interior decorator or painter.

5. 5. Long-lasting Quality

Did you ever put in hours wallpapering your room only to have it flake off after drying? While it may seem like an excellent idea to embellish your house without the help of a professional, cracks can often begin to appear (literally) when the work is finished. A professional decorator and painter will provide the highest quality of finish that lasts for a long time.

Experts

Professional decorators are experts in what they do. They've probably completed hundreds of similar jobs in the past, so they have the expertise to finish the job quickly and effectively. There's no need to worry about health and safety as every trustworthy company offers insurance. This means that if something happens during the course of work, they're covered.

You can save money.

After buying numerous tools for decorating, testers of paint, and cleaning equipment (and the process of filling up your tank with fuel on multiple trips to the local home improvement store) the cost of DIY decorating soon adds up. If you decide to hire a professional painter and decorator and save money, you can save. They'll buy all the supplies and will complete the project at reasonable cost.

Pay attention to the details

Attention to detail is something many DIYers lack. A lot of DIYers want to complete the project as quickly as possible however, they lack the knowledge. This could result in being unaware of the most important aspects. Mi Decor has witnessed some mistakes made by DIYers during our time in the business. Employ a professional painter and decorator to decorate your house carefully and without a mess.

Less Hassle for You

From storing and buying equipment to prepping surfaces and spending time working on your home's renovation is never as smooth sailing as it seems. In reality, for many people, the effort and time is often an issue. What better way to relax and let professionals take care of the job?

Do you want to employ a professional painter and decorator?

If you're looking to save yourself money, time and headaches hiring a professional painter and decorator is the way to go. Mi Decor offers high-quality painting and decorating services, which include interior and exterior painting as well as wallpapering and the lining. When you employ a skilled decorator and painter from Mi Decor, you can ensure that you'll receive the best quality service.

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hancockpropertyservices · 4 years ago

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4 Best Home Improvement Companies in USA (Jan Edition)

Any owner will tell you: there is still something that needs to be repaired, changed, or polished. And with today’s packed lives, it is always better to contact the experts to do the job. If you like home renovation, landscaping, or interior design, a home improvement franchise may just be the right option for you.

Beyond addressing the most fundamental building needs in our world, improvement firms, big and small, have a major influence on our economy.

The home improvement industry is enormous; in our list of Top 4 best home Improvement company , you will find a wide variety of options to fit your tastes and styles. From painting and flooring to seasonal decoration and garden and home lighting—all it is right here.

So, who are the USA’s leading home improvement giants that fuel economic growth and jobs within the USA?

To get you acquainted with the big players in the industry, we have made a list of some of the leading home improvement companies in the USA.

Hancock Partners and Co- West Sussex And Hampshire

Day-to-day real estate management requires a specialized range of qualifications to defend your investment from renters who are not worried about the long-term physical and financial wellbeing of your investment in real estate.

HANCOCK property managers are qualified experts in equal housing regulation, owner rights, optimizing leases, insurance standards, developing repair and capital investment schedules, best leasing practices, and, most significantly, minimizing tenant turnaround.

They have ongoing training on the new laws passed, state-of-the-art technologies, allowing complete clarity on your asset’s financial wellbeing and having superior tenant partnerships, and adapting to their wishes while saving you from financial and housing liabilities.

Hullco Exteriors - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Hullco Exteriors is the biggest and most professional home renovation builder in Chattanooga. Hullco provides energy-efficient vinyl windows, wood clad windows, entrance doors, exterior siding, screen spaces, deck enclosures, gutters, and gutter cover.

Hullco started operating as a dealer for Bucks Stoves in 1978, providing heating solutions for the area’s households. In an attempt to continue producing energy-saving goods, Hullco started making vinyl storm windows in conjunction with the VAT Energy Right Initiative.

Hullco has been making vinyl storms and new windows for almost 20 years. This expertise means that the items sold are of the highest quality. Over the past three decades, Hullco Exteriors has equipped homeowners with upgrades that bring elegance, luxury, and convenience to their houses.

Dave Fox Design-Build Remodelers - Columbus, Ohio

Dave Fox Design-Build Remodelers supports the larger Columbus area with remodeling facilities ranging from minor designs to extensive design-built kitchens, baths, and additions. The firm has received the NARI Contractor of the Year award for 22 straight years and won the Best Corporate Bureau Honesty Award.

As a 100% employee-owned company, Dave Fox Remodeling works hard to ensure that any customer has a great deal of expertise through their remodeling process, from the initial planning stage to the finished project.

Legacy Remodeling - Western Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio.

Legacy Remodeling has been helping homeowners in western Pennsylvania and the Ohio and West Virginia regions since 1987. Legacy is the only approved Owens Corning franchise in the area to sell the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System and Sun Suite Sunrooms.

They still offer a range of other outdoor home maintenance facilities and construction services. Called the Best Specialty Remodeler in Western Pennsylvania by Remodeling Magazine and Skilled Remodeler Magazine, Legacy Remodeling is also the recipient of the 2009 Western Pennsylvania Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics.

Conclusion:

These four best home improvement companies are known for the consistency of their goods and their service. Any of the best brands have been included in this article. They conduct their promotions in a few ways, such as using the Internet to draw customers. Their involvement with the sale of websites also enhances their promotion.

They even have the furniture and maintenance work required to make the house beautiful. Businesses are still trying to add something new to their marketing policies so that they stay ahead of your game.

#remodeling services professional home remodeling services best Home Improvement company complete home remodel best home remodel ideas most a

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dramallamadingdang · 5 years ago

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I have a dilemma that I’d like some input about, regarding Mustang Valley, the neighborhood-to-be-shared. I’m trying to decide how much to furnish the inside of the houses, and since I’m now at the point of building all the residential lots, this is something I need to figure out now, and I’d like some input from potential downloaders on the subject. Exteriors and landscaping will be fully-done, of course; I’m only talking about furnishing and interior decorating here.

I’ll say up front that fully furnishing/decorating as I usually do lots -- as you can see in many pics on this blog -- is completely out. I’m sorry, but not only would it be way too much CC for most people’s likings, but it would also take me much longer to finish the neighborhood, on the order of maybe a year instead of the few months that I’d like it to take. So, the three options I’m contemplating:

1) Only doing nicely done-up kitchens and baths, with all appliances/fixtures/counters as well as some limited finishing throughout the house, like walls/floors, fireplaces, and some limited lighting (like wired-in ceiling/wall fixtures, no table/floor lamps and such). There would be no furniture at all. It’d be what you usually get when you purchase a house in real life. Some of the stuff I’d use would be CC/recolors, but I’d keep it mostly to stuff that (I think!) is very common and that probably a lot of people already have -- i.e., Buggybooz’s “Kitchen Basic” stuff -- although they might not have the recolors I’d use.

2) Furnishing everything very basically and using only un-recolored Maxis stuff, so it would therefore be ugly and ought to be considered all just placeholders that you’d switch out for stuff you actually like. This would mean no CC at all for the stuff used for interiors.

3) Furnishing still basically (just basic furniture, no curtains, plants, rugs, paintings, etc. etc.) but more prettily with some CC/recolors. This would be more or less the level seen in this lot, which is the only completely-done lot so far.

Each of these options has advantages and disadvantages, and all of them are aimed at keeping the CC down, since there will already be plenty of that used for exteriors and neighborhood decoration and whatnot. Option 3 would have the most CC, obviously, but Option 1 would have some, too, while Option 2 would have none but also be quite ugly. Personally, I keep going back and forth between Options 1 and 3, but I am leaning more toward Option 1 at the moment. However, that option would require people to do some basic furnishing before they can move Sims into lots, whereas Option 3 would be fully functional in terms of motive-filling, if not especially finished and pretty. So, I’d like to get some opinions about what others would find most useful, should they download this neighborhood. Fire away, if you like. :)

#iCad has questions #you have anwers

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pupilsandink · 4 years ago

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Easy Renovations for Your House

Remodeling must be an enjoyable and interesting process. The secret is to prepare the project out ahead of time, employ the ideal individuals, set aside the suitable amount of time, and plan for hold-ups. Try not to make the completion date accompany your birthday or anniversary. Start prior to that date, if you're planning a unique party, and even then, have an alternate area in mind.Don't enforce an amount of time on yourself or your professional that will produce stress. At the same time, get a clear understanding of for how long the task will probably take, and when it will start. If it's a 3 month job and the work will not start until November, your home will not be prepared for a new year's party, unless you're celebrating Chinese New Year ... This is a remarkably common issue - how much time the property owner believes a job will take and that real work time needed.Have a clear idea of what you want prior to your contractor comes over. You don't have to sketch out the changes, however you need to be able to inform him or her what modifications you would like to see. Attempt not to fall into this trap, or to believe that any changes you make when the job has started will not impact the rate or the amount of time of a task.If you're really stuck trying to figure out how to improve an area in your house, think about hiring a designer. They can work within your budget plan, but if your spending plan is tight, it's most likely better to invest the consultation fee on new drapes or a toilet ... If decision making is a problem location for you, and you're able to relinquish control, then a designer might be the clear solution.Is a fast repair available?If you aren't dealing with structural changes or a total remodeling, then consider a coat of paint, new floor covering, new baseboards, and/or new window treatments. You might want to up-date your bathroom or kitchen area with brand-new flooring. A great throw rug can alter the appearance of a room and include new life to an old carpet.Sometimes a simple change like up-dating your hardware is all that is needed. You may be able to paint your kitchen cabinetry if you don't desire to change it. They will supply you with a computer printout of what your finished kitchen area will look like.If you have an old brick fireplace that you don't care for any longer, or want to give it a fresh look, consider painting it. This is not a criminal activity ... Painted brick looks fantastic!You can likewise put a marble tile (slate works well, too) around the fireplace. Utilize the right tile adhesive (ask at the shop) and pick a nice grout.While you're looking at the fireplace mantels, check out the cool 'fireplace over mantels’-- they're beautiful! You can have mirror custom cut to fit in the center and make your house look magnificent, beloved!Altering the lighting can produce an entire brand-new look in your house. Changing the light switches and switch plates can make a big distinction, too.Doors have a substantial impact on how a home looks. You can get the glass with many various appearances if privacy is an issue. If your spending plan will enable, consider changing all the doors to the brand-new white colonial design - that looks great in simply about every home.Changing your front door can give the house a real increase and most likely add a bit of safety, too, because many of the new doors are made of steel. If you are attempting to make the job as easy as possible, think about utilizing rosettes for the corners, then all the cuts will be straight ones.Altering out the garage doors in an older house to update the exterior look of your house is an excellent idea. Changing out the garage doors can create an unbelievable brand-new look for your house.Did you know that you can paint your devices? It works, too. You can hire a painting service to do this if you're worried about the result. If you are getting new kitchen area cabinets, you can buy matching covers for the home appliances. Ask at the cabinet place for details to see if that is practical in your kitchen. Sometimes your best bet is just to bite the bullet and buy brand-new devices.If you have a little area with a closet (front entry, bedroom), think about altering the routine doors to mirrored doors. That opens a space and supplies more light, quickly.You can make them out of crown molding if you like the wooden appearance, or you can develop them out of plywood, cover with cotton batting, then material to suit your room, and staple them at the back. The relatively brand-new wrought iron curtain rods with all the cool attachments are truly appealing, too. Tie-backs can make a real difference, too, so have a wee appearance at them.Furniture plays a crucial function in the appearance of your home. There are some gorgeous slipcovers offered if you don't wish to replace your additional comfy things! You could attempt your hand at reupholstering your furnishings. It's not as hard as it looks, but it does take time and ability, however if you're a prepared individual and strategy it carefully, it ought to work out all right. Get a staple gun to make the task a little much easier.Maybe you remain in the market for a brand-new headboard? You can make your own out of a good door, with an even pattern, some good crown molding, and some legs. You can acquire these at any lumber shop. Turn it on its' side to develop the appearance you're after.If you 'd like a softer headboard, attempt covering a sheet of plywood with a fair little bit of padding, then cover with product and staple. If it's huge enough, you might have the ability to simply sit it behind the head of the bed, or you can attach it to the frame.Release your old notions about painting wood furniture - it can really bring it into today’s standards. If you are painting a hutch, keep in mind to paint the interior to keep it looking light. Including additional lighting is easy with the new 'stick on lights' offered at regular retail outlets. Smear Vaseline on the windows of the system prior to you paint it to make tidy up faster and much easier.You can change the hardware, too, or paint that, also. If you want to be adventurous, you could tile the top of your cabinets and end tables with a good marble or ceramic tile.New bedding can really alter the feel of a bedroom. If you do not currently have bed skirts, try adding these. An easy and affordable way to develop you own bed skirt is to take a flat sheet that is a size larger than your bed. Position it thoroughly on the bed to reach the floor around the bed, then make pleats at the corners. You can pin it, or just arrange the leading bed mattress over the sheet to hold it in place. Try adding a duvet cover over an old comforter for a various look. You can get matching pillowcases, too, that'll really complete the look.Speaking of tiling, if your kitchen area countertop has seen better days, you may wish to consider tiling it. This is a surprisingly affordable venture, particularly if you can do it yourself. Lots of arborite countertops have a little 'lip' at the outer edge, which you will probably have to plane down to create a smooth and square surface in preparation for the tile. You can also eliminate the old countertop and change it with 3/4 plywood (have it specifically cut to fit), then tile on that. There are so many lovely tiles to pick from, that the possibilities are unlimited. Look at all the various sizes of tile, too. Individuals frequently consider the tiny tiles, or the 4" tiles, for a countertop, however you can go much larger. There is a special grout to use for counter tops, so be sure to tell your seller what your job is. Utilizing a thin grout line will make a genuine distinction.Lots of people have effectively painted their tile. The bathtub can be painted, too - there's a service that specializes in this, so inspect your local documents. Changing the countertop, sink, toilet, tub, or fixtures will truly enhance the appearance of the bathroom.Shelving can make a tremendous difference in the feel of you home if space is a concern. Examine your closets to see if there's an area at the really leading where a shelf could be included. That's normally wasted space, and you might save your 'opposite season' clothing up there. Can you construct racks into your pantry to make more space for canned items? Stackable baskets and boxes are useful for saving all the extra little things that trigger mess around your house. There are great deals of shelving 'sets' on the market, now. They are typically less pricey than purchasing all the products to build your own racks, so inspect these out.A basic method to change the look and feel of your home is to reorganize the furnishings. Sounds painfully simple, but it can breathe new life into a room.Significant renovationsIf you race through a job, you'll have lots and lots of time afterward to look at all the errors. If you have the walls and the floors on the very same list, do the walls first - it'll be less demanding when the paint splashes!If it's a substantial remodeling job, think about how you will cope with all the mess. Do you have an alternate place where you can live during the renovations? How about a little location of your home that you can keep as a sanctuary? Give this some major thought prior to you start. It can be unexpected how tough life can be during a reno project. If you happen to have a home trailer, this is most likely a good time to 'camp out', if only for a little break from the turmoil.

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TEAK WOOD: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW

Tectona Grandis, commonly known as Teak wood is a highly desirable wood that is prized for its exceptional properties. You must have heard about how incredible this wood is or you might even have Teak wood furniture in your home or office!

Teak is an expensive wood as compared to other types of wood but it is also one of the few woods that is extremely long lasting. If properly maintained, teak wood furniture can last upto 70 years!

Teak is a tropical hardwood like Mango wood and is found primarily in South and South-East Asia. India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Northern Thailand are some countries where Teak grows. Nagpur and Central province Teak are two types of Teak wood found in the respective regions of India.

Find out more information about this wood and why you should buy Teak wood furniture for your home, office or café below.

Characteristics of Teak Wood

Teak can be of any color ranging from a beautiful, rich golden brown to a classy yellowish white, depending on the species of the wood and what part of the tree it is from.

The trees are large and quite tall, upto 130 ft in height and take about 40-80 years to mature. The outer layer, known as sapwood is whitish to pale yellow. The core is called heartwood and has golden brown to dark brown color.

As Teak is a tropical hardwood, its sapwood has high moisture content. The heartwood has dark patches on it sometimes and is harder, stronger, more expensive and more desirable than sapwood.

All trees have natural oils, what makes this wood exceptional is that it maintains its natural oils and rubber even after being cut and processed. The tight, dense grain that Teak has, allows it to retain all the goodness!

The rubber content and the oils present in the lumber give Teak an edge over other woods for furniture making as they make it weather-resistant. It also successfully resists pests and insects, humidity, wind damage and sun damage!

Unlike other types of wood, Teak is not prone to cracking and warping. It does not even splinter. This explains Teak’s exuberant price tag, doesn’t it?

To recognise Teak, it is important to look at its grain which is generally straight. It often has lines of a darker color that run though the wood. You can also determine if it’s teak by smelling it. The high amount of oils in the timber give it a leather like smell. You can pick it up and weigh it in your hand, Teak wood is dense and moderately heavy.

Why Use Teak Wood

Classy and chic. Loved by both interior designers and architects, the warm brown color of Teak, is alluring and complements all spaces and surroundings. Teak wood chairs, stools, tables, sofas etc. can easily be used anywhere, right from homes, apartments and offices to commercial spaces such as cafés, bistros, restaurants, bars and hotels.

Longevity. Who doesn’t dream of building a beautiful house that can be passed on to generations. Furniture made from Teak wood makes for elegant family heirlooms that can be used for decades owing to Teak’s high tensile strength and durability.

Water resistant. Being water resistant, Teak is the preferred choice of wood for boat building and for making boat decks and yachts. Steel ships last upto 50 years whereas Teak wood ships can last upto 100 years! Since it is sturdy, has high tensile strength and requires low maintenance it is perfect for this purpose.

Outdoor furniture. Being resistant to water, Teak wood makes excellent outdoor furniture whether it’s for your patio, porch or backyard. Though Teak tables and chairs for your patio will cost you more than furniture made from other types of wood, the benefits of Teak are unparalleled. It is disease resistant because of the natural oils present in the lumber, these oils prevent water from trickling into the wood which means your patio furniture will be safe from wind, heat, cold and rain at all times. The presence of these oils also makes it mosquito repellent, so when you sit outside to enjoy and relax with your friends and family, you won’t be bothered by any unwelcome guests. Also, the look of a handcrafted Teak wood patio set in your garden cannot be matched by any other!

Weather proof. It is extensively used in exterior construction because it is weather proof. Teak has natural resistance to rot and decay and it’s dense grain makes it exceptionally strong.

Withstands extreme heat and cold. Teak wood’s ability to withstand extreme heat and cold makes it a lucrative option for furniture making. If you get Teak wood furniture, you won’t have to change it according to the changing seasons. Even if you plan to redo your space after a few years you can keep your Teak furniture and decorate the rest of the space. Teak is also used to make kitchen accessories such as chopping boards, countertops, bowls and spoons because of this advantageous property.

Resistant to timber termite and pests. Teak is naturally resistant to timber termite and pests, so it can be used without oil or varnish. It does not require a lot of treatments like other woods and can be used with little finishing.

Reclaimed. Because of its excellent properties, Teak lasts really long and withstands the effects of weather and time, hence Teak is often available as reclaimed wood. Reclaimed wood is green wood, unique and eco-friendly. Its beauty is matchless and it never goes out of fashion. If you use reclaimed teak wood furniture in your café, restaurant, bar or apartment it will surely stand out and fetch you a lot of compliments!

Sustainable production. Teak is an endangered species of wood. Sustainable production of plantation teak is being done since teak forests are being depleted. Plantation teak is grown in dry tropical climates and considered a renewable resource. You can go for plantation Teak as it has the same profitable properties as old-growth trees.

Carving. Since Teak can be carved and turned, it is a furniture maker’s delight. Artisans love working with Teak because it can be easily hand-carved, sawn and cut. It is therefore, often used to make décor objects with intricately carved patterns and designs.

Low maintenance. Teak changes its color on exposure to sunlight from warm honey brown to a chic silver grey which allows you to experience different colours in the same set of furniture. Rotate your furniture for even weathering of the wood. Though the color change looks beautiful and is only cosmetic, if you want to prevent it you can use a finish on your Teak wood furniture. Teak is also quite low maintenance in general. All you need to do to keep it clean is use soap and water and rub it lightly with a soft brush, make sure the furniture is wet when you scrub it. Allow it to dry completely, preferably not in direct sunlight.

Versatile. Teak wood is excellent for making exquisite doors, window frames, indoor flooring and all kinds of furniture items.

What all furniture can be made with Teak Wood ?

Teak is versatile and can be used to make anything and everything, but here’s a list of some furniture items that are often made with this wood.

Tables

End Tables

Dining Tables

Coffee Tables

Side Tables

Bar table

Office desks

Bedside Tables

Community Tables

Nesting Tables

Display Tables

Chairs and Stools

Ottomans

Bar Chairs

Low Height Chairs

Dining Chairs

Restaurant/Café Chairs

Rocking Chairs

Baby Chairs

Desk Chairs

Bar Stools

Accent Chairs

Outdoor Chairs

Wicker Chairs

Chaise Lounge

Storage

Cabinets

Cupboards

Chest of Drawers

Sideboards / Credenza

Racks

Shelves

Display Units / Étagères

Wine Cabinets

Bookcases

Knick-Knacks

Chopping boards

Trays

Serving Platters

Photo Frames

Table Lamps

Mirror Frames

Beds and headboards, sofas and sectionals, dressers, media consoles etc. there are so many more items that can be made from Teak!

Now that you know the benefits of buying teak, I am sure you will consider buying that handcrafted Teak table, you had your eyes on! To feast your eyes on more Teak wood furniture or for information on how to customise Teak furniture click here!

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The Surface of marble slabs & Tiles

THE SURFACES OF MARBLE SLABS & TILES BY BHANDARI MARBLE GROUP

Marble accepts polishing amazingly and resulting in a waxy and glossy surface is giving a thin transparent layer on the top of the mass with veins, color patches, and patterns. It renders marbles the best material for designing sculptures.

How Is Production of Marble Stone Takes Place Commercially?

The occurrence of marble is in large deposits ranging hundreds of feet thick layers in different places of the world. Therefore, we can mine marbles on large scales and required sizes of blocks. The latest quarrying technologies have improved production a lot and also made it cheaper than ever. The hardness of marble is at three (3) Moh’s scale. It means it is a soft natural stone and easy to cut and carve into different shapes like art objects and sculptures.

Modern stone cutting technologies have eased the burden of exporters/importers and suppliers for rapid shipping and convenience. We can cut marble blocks into dimension stones for a variety of interior and exterior applications in the construction industry.

For instance, slabs, tiles, and stacked stones in buildings. The maximum use of marble is in flooring as slabs or tiles. During quarrying, some rocks marbles come as rough stones of smaller sizes. These are crushing into aggregates or powders and used in different industries for various purposes like whitener, chalk, in animal feed, in the pharmaceutical industry, and so on.

Out of so many uses, today we will discuss only marble flooring with marble stone slabs and marble tiles commercially available everywhere across the globe.

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Exotic Collection

Premier Collection

BlueStone

Steps Stones

Window Sills

Pool Copings

Pros & Cons of Marble Floorings

It is true that marble is abundant so cheaper yet beautiful alternative among the natural stone flooring. It has many other pros, which may tempt you to use marble stones in your next project. Of course, knowledge about some cons of marble flooring can help you to make the right decision, particularly, where you should apply marbles for flooring or not. Let’s check it.

Natural Aesthetics:

Marble is processed by natural artisans like heat, pressure, and chemical processes over a prolonged period in the earth. Therefore, it possesses natural beauty thoroughly and improves the aesthetics of your buildings.

Uniqueness:

Marble tiles or slabs are natural products so that you will have each piece unique and considerably different from others. Grains and veins in marble stones make distinct patterns and emerged as a variety of designs due to patterns and color variations.

Stylists:

Marble stones are available in a variety of colors and a mix of shades. You can cut marble rocks into different sizes, shapes, and styles to create various designs like mosaic, diamond, herringbone, subway, and stack bond.

You have the freedom to show your creativity in architecture, construction, and decoration using stylish marbles.

Versatility:

Marble slabs and marble tiles are easy to adopt different polishing treatments. Thus, you can achieve elegant surfaces with silky smooth touch and shimmering looks. Apart from high sophistication, marble also adopts different finishes and yield rustic surfaces with non-slip properties to use in wet areas.

Resistant to Climatic Adversity:

Porosity and nature of calcite minerals make marbles cool underfoot material in hot climate regions. The sheer whiteness of marbles reflects hot sun rays and radiations like a mirror and keep it cool.

Similarly, marbles are ideal stone materials to adopt radian heat systems in cold regions during snowy days. Proper sealing and coating treatment make it waterproof for rainy days.

Natural Translucency:

Marble surfaces have natural translucency, and the top translucent layer seems a transparent wrapper permits penetration of light rays at some depth.

If polished well, the glossy and plastic-like top layer make marble stones glowing when sun rays hit the surfaces at some angles. Therefore, marble is an ideal stone material to create sculpture and artistic objects for decoration and other purposes.

Cons of Marble Floorings or Marble Paving

Scratching Surfaces:

Marble is a soft stone compared to granite and quartzite. Its surfaces are prone to scratches when polished, sophisticated level. High hill sandals and animal paws can damage the appearance of marble. Therefore, it is a better choice for interior flooring, not exterior paving.

Acid Sensitive:

Marble is a kind of limestone and calcites in it can react with acids. So, lemon juice and vinegar-like common acidic liquids can damage it leaving permanent stains.

Delicate Material:

Marble has a hardness of 3.0 Moh’s scale. It means it is a brittle material and can break or chip easily. If marble installation is not proper, it will ready to burst and break even with standard loads.

Tough Matching Replacement:

Marble comes with unique designs and patterns. If you have carefully planned the layout following a design or pattern, getting a matching piece will prove a daunting task when it breaks or damages.

Not for DIY Installation:

Marble is a delicate material. It demands professional proficiency and tools for installation. It requires careful planning and application of material such as sealants or coating material before and after grouting. Designing a pattern or design with marble tiles is not a job that can help anyone during installation.

Expensive Choice:

Marble is a premium choice for architectural material. The rate of high-quality marble slabs or tiles are comparatively high and installation cost added in it. So, everyone cannot afford it.

Is Marble Flooring Good?

We have seen the pros and cons of marble in flooring. If we draw conclusions from it, we can sum it up in the following ways.

Marble is a calcite stone and porous in nature. It looks beautiful at first glance but expensive on buying as well as maintaining. It is because you have to apply sealant and coating treatment annually to keep its look-n-feel last for longer. Therefore, architects and contractors prefer their interior use in most cases where the chances of heavy foot traffic and damages by animals are low.

However, marble stones have great aesthetic appeal and natural beauty that none can resist. If your budget permits and you are ready for the regular maintenance, modern technologies can help you a lot. You can bring soberness and natural splashes of colors, patterns, and designs in your home and around spaces by selecting proper types of marbles stones, and designs.

In short, marble is excellent flooring or paving material today.

Types of Marble Flooring

It is said that more than 3K types or varieties existing across the globe and known as different entities. Therefore, the best way to get locally available varieties from reliable natural stone suppliers in your vicinity. However, for the sake of information, I have listed some famous varieties/types of marbles here.

Calacatta Marble

It is the most expensive type of marble due to its rare availability in nature but also for its striking features. It has darker gray and thick veining patterns among the brighter white background. It is also available in gold hues and based on intensity and occurrence, those known as sub-types, such as Gold, Michelangelo, and Borghini.

Carrara Marble

It is the most commonly available variety of marble stones. It is a cheaper alternative than others. It has fine feathery gray veins in grayish-white background. It used to come in linear and soft veining patterns, so it quite differs from Calacatta marbles, which have darker and thicker veins. It is budget-friendly and can be used in any space of your interior as well as exterior marble application.

Talathello Marble

It has a dazzling look due to varying shades of silver and beige deposits in a light gray background. Therefore, it is an excellent choice for beautifying your façade and exterior places like patios and porches.

Emperador Marble

It is a Spanish variety available in light and dark brown colors. Irregular veining patterns accompany various shades of brown with white to gray feathers. It is an excellent choice for rooms or patios with a woody or golden or brassy metallic furniture and accessories.

Crema Marfil Marble

It is another Spanish variety famous for its different beige tones with irregular veining patterns and intensities. So, it is a textures creamy beige marble stone available in different tones such as cinnamon, white, and golden beige. Many consider it a mere limestone, not a marble, but its high shining on polishing simulates as a marble type.

Levadia Black Marble

It is a Greek marble variety. It found in a completely black background with grayish-white veining in a smoke spot pattern. Due to its black color dominance, it is an ideal candidate for kitchen countertops and floors where extreme dark shade is essential.

Nero Marquina Marble

It is a Spanish marble variety in black shades. It is a high-quality black stone extracted from the Marquina region of Northern Spain. It has a complete dark black background with striking white veins that bring glamorous appearance underfoot. It is an excellent choice for bathroom flooring in the internal spaces while the porch and patio also accept it due to a darker background when setting with an exterior theme.

Is Marble Floor Hard To Maintain?

We already discussed before that marble is a delicate and brittle stone material if not handled carefully during installation and afterward usages. It gets scratched easily, breaks, or damaged quickly with some pressure or hard hits.

Marble reacts with acids and spills of lemon juices or vinegar-like acidic stuff can leave permanent damages on the surfaces. However, the latest technologies for coating and sealing the marble surfaces render it useful in most of the cases, and you have to go to periodic reapplications to maintain its original beauty.

How to Polish Marble Flooring?

Due to the availability of polishing tools and solutions in the open market, anyone can go DIY polishing of marble floors. Let’s check it step-by-step.

#1 – Prepare Tools & Solutions

Gather all required tools like polisher machines, sandpapers, and soft clothes. Accumulate solutions for washing, stain removing, polishing compound, and sealant solution.

#2 – Clean the surfaces of marble stones

Clean dirt and mild stains using a mop, cloths, or vacuum cleaner from the surfaces. Mild detergent or plain water washing is enough to clean the marbles. If stains are deep, you can apply poultice treatment on it.

#3 – Apply polishing compound

Apply polishing compound in proper amount by starting with little and add afterward. Apply low-speed polisher with required pressure to bring smooth surfaces across the length of marble stones. Work in small sections of your marble floor instead of the entire area at a time. Move polisher in a circular movement and try never to miss any spot at all.

#4 – Apply marble sealant

After 24 hours of the application of the polishing compound, now it is time to apply marble sealant to protect surfaces. Spray marble sealant solutions evenly on the marble surfaces and try to prevent streaking. After half an hour, wipe off the residues of sealant from the surfaces. After a day of drying, your marble paving will ready to use.

Conclusion:

We passed through a journey to know marble stones, their properties, usages, pros and cons, and how to polish your marble floor in a DIY manner in the current blog. It may have improved your appetite to apply marbles in your next project, and you are looking for the right supplier in your vicinity, right?

World of Stones USA is the best place to check a huge inventory of marble stones in customized ways. Visit the premise or ask for our marble catalog online and beautify your places using our free of charge consulting services with perfect guidance on each move

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Basic principles of House Painting

Denver house painters The house is your lifetime advantage. And a matter associated with time when you go on a notice that your home needs remodelling - not necessarily because really getting outdated, but since you also feel typically the need of vibrant colorings in your house.

Denver house painters

Repainting your house can be a complicated business. Some depend upon artwork companies to do the task for you. Hiring often the house piece of art service might also cost you. But if you act like you are planning to color it on your own, you may well want to consider the actual basics; as well as consider the particular time and effort anyone will worn out painting your own personal house.

PAINT

There are several varieties of paint available right now, a number of giving different exterior surface finishes, others are made for a particular software. Choosing the correct fresh paint variety may appear in order to be confusing to start with, however once you have estimated that theme you would likely like to paint your home and sorted out which usually job and what coatings you need, the choice is usually rather easy.

There are actually 2 bases of coloring intended for your house: solvent-based (oil or alkyd) and water-based (latex). Oil-based paints dry out slow - usually taking on to 24 hours. Typically the best cleaning for a oil-based paint is definitely turpentine or paint thin. Acrylic paints' advantage is it dries relatively fast, but it really is actually not desirable in really hot weather or direct sunshine. The top clean up for acrylic chemicals requires just cleansing soap and water. If you decide to are generally painting the inside in your home, it is recommended to be able to use water-based oil-soaked rags, when solvent-based paints usually are proposed for painting the outside of your personal house.

There are various types of chemicals which is either water-based or maybe solvent-based that produces diverse finishes that is scored through its sheen component. "Sheen" is a period used to describe the level of light reflection the shade has. Lesser sheen for any interior or exterior color means it has reduced discoloration resistance.

· The High shine paint is quick to clean and also resists scuffs better. It is perfect for rooms that tend to be regularly used. Most high shine oil-soaked rags are best encouraged to use upon woodworks, baseboards, kitchen along with bathing room walls, doorjambs, in addition to screen casings. The downside regarding using gloss paints, nonetheless is the noticeable defects from the wall surface.

· Any High-gloss paint will be highly echoing and functions well for highlighting specifics, such as trim as well as ornamental molding. They are usually also the best alternative to get doors and cupboard -- or any spot that perceives a excessive volume of abuse.

· Semi-gloss paints are quite comparable to gloss plaints with the exception of it includes lesser sheen. Semi-gloss is usually suitable for areas with high wetness (best used for children's room) and can be employed for trim operates and also casings. These chemicals make certain maximum durability.

· Eggshell paints provide a sleek and low-sheen finish. Chemicals that are smooth along with low-sheen that is best for your spaces, cusine rooms, bedrooms, in addition to play rooms. It is washable as well as ideal for bedrooms, hallways, house offices and household bedrooms.

· Satin oil-soaked rags give a good combination involving easy-clean and also moderate gloss. These chemicals go the step above eggshell within scrubbing ability. That they conduct and look great in mere about any room.

· Flat paints (matte paints) are non-reflective and often your best option for large wall surfaces along with ceilings. Flat oil-soaked rags covers imperfections on wall membrane areas and spatters effectively throughout application. Flat chemicals work best choice for vinyl fabric in addition to aluminum siding that will is nicked or damaged because it conceals flaws and spatters a lesser amount of any time applied. These oil-soaked rags are generally ideal for low-traffic places for instance formal dining suites as well as master bedrooms.

Particular chemicals have been discovered another means from distinct consumer observations and outstanding paint engineering that allows precise oil-soaked rags for specific demands.

· Ceiling flats were created especially for ceilings. These are typically normally extra spatter-resistant.

· Introduction paints may be oil- or water-based and usually are employed to seal unpainted floors in order to avoid covering coats connected with paint soaking inside. Often the appropriate type of guide needs to be used for typically the surface being coated : wood, metal, plast typer as well as tiles. There are many 'all purpose primers' offered that happen to be designed for a couple of or more of these types of surface types.

· Anti-condensation chemicals bring rooms with wetter situations such as home and restrooms. This fresh paint is usually produced for you to prevent condensation and generally involves fungicide.

· Fire-retardant oil-soaked rags do not reject fires absolutely but the fire-resistance formulation inhibits this from fire throughout growing fast.

It is likewise significant that before painting like a pro your own room, you utilize a primero. A introduction will help coloring stay with to the surface simply by providing any uniform visual appeal. It is a have to to use a 1er if you are art work over new wood, basic wood, drywall, or repainting over existing bright or even dark colors.

But ahead of accomplishing this, you have to help know the condition associated with the surface you actually desired to paint. Regardless regarding whether the beds base coat is usually oil or perhaps latex, a person must dull smooth shade by sanding or maybe de-glossing it with a compound de-glossing product. If an individual don't lifeless glossy color, the second overcoat will certainly streak and not check out the base coat when machine drying.

INTERIOR PAINTING

If anyone want to adjust your current room's ambience, artwork that is a great solution. When inside painting, make use of paints which might be quicker in order to dry and does definitely not have got a strong odor in which stays around where your own personal kids could smell the idea.

Painting the lining of your personal house requires a detailed opinion, visualization and prep. For those who have chosen your design on your rooms and get bought the work materials you actually need (paints, fresh paint tooth brushes and rollers, expansion holders, paint tray, coloring stirrer, drop clothes, steps, painter's tape, etc. ), a person simply follow these internal house painting tips:

AHEAD OF AND DURING HOUSE ARTWORK

· Always provide satisfactory air flow when painting on the inside your residence. If an individual cannot get enough venting in the work place, use a respirator as well as a mask.

· Preserve paint containers or solvent containers closed when not really utilized.

· Keep shade merchandise out of often the reach of children.

· Avoid direct contact using pores and skin.

· Always learn presentation (label) instructions.

EXTERIOR PREP TIPS

· Eliminate up to furniture as probable from the space or even group the heavy lighting fixtures and the delicate versions together and cover associated with a drop cloth.

· Provide adequate lightning permitting a good view involving piece of art imperfections.

· Get rid of move plates.

· Repair slots and cracks with the materials you needed to paint having premixed spackling paste. Following your composite dries, sand the actual patched the areas.

· Airborne dirt and dust and wash the ceiling, walls, baseboards, windows and also door moldings.

· Fresh, sound wallpapers can always be painted over, in almost all cases it is a great deal better to tape it. Painting like a pro over a wall picture may possibly begin to peel.

PIECE OF ART YOUR CEILING TIPS

· If you are painting like a pro the entire area, the item is best to color the roof first!

· If you are applying some sort of paint roller, steer your own arms in line of transversal swaths (forming a correspondence M). Complete in the start locations by cross running.

· If you are employing a paintbrush, apply the particular paint in other words strokes to the unpainted region, acknowledged as "wet to dried up. very well Then brush again into the spot you only painted for a easy surface.

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WALL PAINTING GUIDELINES

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WOODWORK

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CLEAN-UP and SAFE-KEEPING or perhaps DISPOSAL TIPS

· When there are paint droplets on your own floor, don't enable it continue to be there. While the paint pieces much longer, the harder it can be cleaned. Use a cloth together with soap and water or maybe a solvent regarding washing.

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EXTERIOR PAINTING LIKE A PRO

Throughout buying paints that you're planning to use for your own personal external house, you include to pick a manufacturer that has essential attributes: camouflaging power, color maintenance, chalk-resistance, and blister opposition.

Camouflaging power comes coming from the paint's pigment along with is affected by the style and thickness of the particular program. Color retention is actually the power to maintain it is original color in the course of coverage to sunlight, etc. Chalking resistance prevents the bright chalky powder from building on the surface in addition to lightening the type of typically the paint. Chalking appear more than a period of time period. Blister level of resistance keeps abnormal moisture via coming by way of the substrate as well as impacting on the paint part. Hint: if paint will be employed over a damp or even wet surface, blistering is usually imminent.

Painting the external surfaces of your property requires any thorough estimation, visual images and also preparation. When you possess decided on your theme intended for your spaces and have got bought the job elements you need.

You may need any of these kinds of instruments in painting your personal outside: caulk, sandpaper, cloths and paper towels, painter's tape, hose, power washing machine, or line brush accessory, sponges as well as buckets to get wash normal water, spray nozzle, stepladder, off shoot ladder, color scraper, cord brush, putty knives, high temperature gun, rotary paint taking away tool along with electric drill, caulk rifle, sanding block, in addition to job gloves.

When you get the many tools at side, examine your own exterior. Anyone might find exterior piece of art problems, which could become the following: alligatoring, scorching, chalking, chalk run straight down, crackling, soil pickup, efflorescence, fading, frosting, lapping, mold, nail scalp rusting, fresh paint incompatibility, pulling of old skin, poor macromolecule resistance, bad adhesion, inadequate gloss storage, surfacent leaching, staining, plastic siding place, wax lose blood, or wrinkling.

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· Begin by extensively cleaning often the outside of your residence. Commence at the top rated and work on your path lower the sides of the actual house. Should your siding possesses areas of shape, form or discoloration, clean up that with an anti-fungal better.

· Mask off parts that are not in order to be painted. You really should area masking tape over the border of house reduce, as well as around window and also front door frames and lean, considering that this is likely to be able to be painted in the several color or which has a larger sheen paint. You can even record newspaper or plastic-type material decline cloth material above house windows and doors, including falling wine glass doors, to secure them by drips.

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Faded land: Chapter 8

The sun starts to set upon the wastelands as the scientist travels north from the city. Clara looks in her bag, hoping to quell her encroaching hunger, finding only a few rations left in her reserves. “I need to find food soon. Maybe I should have stocked up when I was in the city, but eh. Stuff was going crazy down there.” With that thought passed, she hear her stomach cry out for food. The scientist takes out one of the can, declaring: “Fine, you win. About time for dinner anyway.” She was about to open a can of chicken noodle soup, when something in the horizon catches her eye. In the distance, she notices a wide field of plants along side two houses.

On approach, she finds one of them to be a barn, its red paint chipped and faded. Beside it was a farmhouse, 2 stories tall, the paint job not as bad but still has had its toll. Behind the abode, she could see fields and gardens of growing vegetables. Something didn’t seem quite right about them, the corn stalks colored yellowish orange. The discoloration is a little discomforting. Beside the barn was a set of trees, growing budding fruit upon their branches, the buds along the wooden limb look rather yellow. Lemon tree’s perhaps? As Clara walks towards the front door, she wonders how the residence could grow next to anything with such barren soil. It should be next to impossible. This doubt makes her hesitate to knock, wondering if she should just take her chances with the wastelands and just move on. Before she could make up her mind, the door open.

A young man walks out, surprised to see her at the door. “Oh..Uh, hey there. Didn’t think we’d get guests out in these parts. What might a young lady like you be doing out here?” “Umm…Hi...I was just traveling my way up north, and....” In that moment she feels her stomach rumble out in protest. “Was hopping I could stay for the night.”. “Oh, well. I’d have to talk with ma and pa first about it.” the young man answers. “Rubin! What’s the hold up?” someone inside shouts. “Someone’s at the door! Some traveler. They say they wanna stay for the night.” “Really? What are you waiting for, let em in!” they exclaim enthusiastically.

Invited in, she finds the interior of the home to me much nicer then the exterior, even if the décor seems old fashioned, like stuff you’d find on an antique show that would play on daytime television for people who miss the bygone days of their youth. Like the elderly woman seated upon one of the chairs, staring out into space. From the stairs, a round, but burly man walks down, greeting her with: “Evenin there, little lady. Who might you be wondering around?” “Um, M-My name’s Clara. I’m honestly kinda surprised to find a farm all the way out here. Especially one that’s...Plentiful as yours.” The man lightly chuckles, conceding with: “Well, suppose it is a little strange. Coming across our little farm smack dab in the middle of all these lifeless lands I like to think of it as our own little oasis that we made here ourselves. Just call me Jeb, I run this slice of heaven here with my lovin family. The old lady sittin there is my mama.” The elderly woman doesn’t respond, simply glaring at the scientist and looks back into nothing. “The boy that let ya in my pride and joy, Rubin.” “You’re awfully lucky here, ma’am. Ma was just about to serve us up some grub.” “Oh really? Well...got room for one more?” Clara asks. “Course. There’s plenty for everyone. Why don’t I get ya seated to the dining room.” the son offers. “Now Rubin, you supposed to check up on the animals before you ate, remember?” “Right, right. Be back in a minute.” The son runs out the door, leaving Clara with the father. “Come on. Dinners right this way.”

Walking into the dining room/kitchen, the scientist found the whole old timely motif to extend past the living room. The entire kitchen looked like a portal opened up into the 1950’s. Even the appliances looked to be from that era as a woman stirs a boiling pot over a warmly lit stove. “Marcy, we got a guest. Hope you have something good for us.” “Oh! Well, I made plenty of vegetable stew for everyone. Why don’t you get yourself seated and I’ll serve you up a bowl.” the wife responds. “Uh-Okay.” Clara plants herself firmly on one of the wooden chairs surrounding the simple dining table. The scent of the meal in combination of the humble motif makes her relax. Perhaps, she thought, that this suspicions she might have had about this simple farm might have been nothing more then travelers paranoia...that is, until dinner is served.

Served in front of her was the aforementioned vegetable stew that the misses had promised. But something about the thought to be humble cuisine was terribly wrong. The vegetables within this quaint stew were horribly shaped and had sickening colors. Like the starchy potato pieces were blue, having tiny spikes coming from the skins left on. The celery parts were a posh shade of purple, the texture looked to be one you would find from a human tongue. Carrots were green, and also incredibly hairy, like a bigfoot of carrots. The green beans weren’t green at all, more like a sick fleshly color, even looked like bits of flesh too. If the horrible site wasn’t enough to bear, the overwhelming stench threatened to make her wretch. This is disgusting! Who in their right mind would eat this!? The almost otherworldly mixture in front of her made her feels ungodly amounts of sick, watching as the mother placed the other bowls near the remaining chairs that the family sits on. As they place themselves around the table, Rubin comes back in and rushes into the dinning room. “Hoowee, finally dinner is served!” As the boy seats himself, Jeb compliments his wife with: “Dinner sure looks good tonight hun. You really outdid you’re self.” “Aw, thanks dear.” The scientist is completely put off by the excited expressions made by the family, despite the mutated stew they were about to consume. They were acting like this was normal. She needs an excuse fast. With that, Clara quickly rises from her chair, feigning with: “You know what, I just remembered that I ate a whole can of beans before I got here. I don’t think I could eat anything, even if I wanted to. Hehe whoops.” “Oh, you sure about that?” Jeb asks. “You won’t even take a little bite?” the wife wonders. “Pretty sure. I-I’m quite full. Think I’ll just hit the hay and get some shut eye. You don’t happen to have a guest room, do you?” “We got one upstairs. Rubin, show her to her room.”. “Aw, but Pa, dinner.” “After you escort this young lady to her room. That clear?” With a grumpy huff, the son tells Clara: “Come on.”.

Rubin, leads the scientist to where she would be sleeping for the night. A rather minimal, but functional bedroom, whose furniture that it did have match the retro design with the rest of the house. “See you in the mornin.” the son concludes before shutting the door on his way out. Upon laying upon the bed, she spots the barn beyond the windowsill. A faint glow was emanating from the cracks of the building, leaking out into the night air. Clara thinks that the son just might have left the light on in there or something.

Her stomach then rumbles in protest, complaining about the lack of food going in. The scientist grasps her belly, pondering to herself: “Need to eat something. I can’t dig into one of the cans right now. Too risky. I’ll just wait for everyone to go to sleep to eat.”

Awaiting through the night, Clara holds off dining until she hears no more noise coming from outside her room. Once the house was dead quite, she took out her can opener and busted out a can of vegetable soup, an irony not lost on the young scientist. After finishing the last of the hearty soup, she hides the leftover can in her bag she sat aside the bottom of the bed. It might get kinda messy, but she dares not to leave any evidence of her midnight snack. With her hunger pains staved off, she dozes off in the comforting embrace of the stitched sheeting.

The morning rises from the front of the abode. The twilight shine pouring into the guest bedroom. With the sun, Clara rises from the old mattress, reaching for her bag as her senses awaken. She feels nothing from the side of the bed and looks over. Her bag had vanished in her sleep. Oh shit! The realization makes the scientist snap from her daze and soon drives into a panic for her missing supplies. She looks everywhere in the room for her bag, hoping that it was just misplaced from last night. That hopes fails to come true as her bag was nowhere to be found.

She rushes downstairs in hurry, a bizarre scent caught in her nose that she ignores. With Jeb sitting upon one of the chairs in the living room, he notices the young lady’s worry. “What the matter darling? Look like you seen a ghost last night.” “My bag! It’s gone!” “Whoa, slow down! Slow down! No need to get worked up.” “But all my stuff is in it. I can’t possibly leave without it!” Clara panics. “Well, where’d you place it last?” “I-I It was beside my bed last night before I went to sleep.” “Hmm, you know what might have happened. Pour ol ma over there must’ve snuck into your room last night and hide it somewhere.” Jeb guesses, pointing over to his mom in the corner, the elder staring into nothing. “Can you ask her where she hid it?” “Oh, I don’t know if she’d know, even if you’d ask. She’s probably forgot about it by now. Dementia. Real shame.” “Then, can I just look around the house for it.” “Of course not! You can’t just rummage through someones home, especially if you’re nothing but a guest.” “Well then what I’m I supposed to do? I can’t leave without my stuff.” Clara questions.

As Jeb leads her in the kitchen, he explains to the scientist: “I’ll have Marcy look for the bag for ya. In the meantime, why don’t ya help out around the farm. Be mighty nice to have a couple more hands around, seeing with you staying us and all. But first, lets all enjoy a mighty fine, farm fresh, batch of home cooked eggs.” Clara is then greeted with the site of the abhorrently grotesque piles of gunk that slightly resembled cooked eggs. Not only were they an unsavory shade of green, she could swear they were glowing. Beside it was purple swill that she guessed was supposed to be the milk. Time to bust out another half assed excuse.

“Un...You know, I think I might just skip breakfast and just get a head start on chores.” Clara pulls out as she makes her way toward the back door. “Really?” “Yep, better to get them over with then to put them off later, that’s what I always say. Hee hee.” “Alrighty then, if you wanna start, the cabbage patch need watering. Watering can right beside the back door.” “Kay. Sounds fun. Later.” the scientist blurts as she scurries out the door.

Once out, she takes a much exhausted sigh. How can these people eat food like that? Matter of fact, how can they grow them? Questions that stew within the young lady’s mind as she finds the mentioned watering can beside her.

As promised, she’d start with the cabbage patch. Watering the garden in the dry heat, she finds the cabbages to be a normal color of green. Oddly suspicious considering the breakfast she just skipped out on. What’s really going on with these things? Clara looks over one of the many green produces, noting the strange texture as she rubs her fingers against the leaves. She knew there had to be something wrong with them, just like all the weird ass food on this bizarre farm. But what, exactly are these cabbages deal. Upon past the edge of the cabbages, she finds some insects traveling beside the soil. Clara notices that the bugs wouldn’t get anywhere near the columns of dubious produce, instead trekking around them in an orderly fashion. Even to the lowly insects that crawl around the remains of this country, scavenging for whatever they can find, know full well that this food is nowhere near worth stopping for.

After which, she’s asked to clean the animal pens in the barn. Given a bucket of water, sponge, a shovel, and rake she head towards the faded red building. Upon coming through the doors of the barn, she is greeted with the site of the less the humble animals inside. Clara is horrified by the site of the mutated barn mates, with overly sized bulbous craniums above their misshapen bodies. The scientist deduced from the milk and eggs that they wouldn’t be normal, but wasn’t prepared for how warped they’d truly be. With hesitation, she shuts the door and opens one of the pens to let the cow out. She dreaded the thought of touching one of them, figuring their mutation might spread upon contact. As if the black patched bovine knew of her inner paranoia, the bovine calmly walks out from her pen, giving the young lady plenty of space to clean. Although finding it odd, she pays little mind to it. Anything to get out of this smelly freak show circus faster.

Brandishing the bucket and sponge, Clara starts with wooden pen itself. She finds the wood the pen is made of to be incredibly cracked and dry, the perfect material for a fire to prosper, as extended with the wood that made up the barn. As she begins to soak the wooden structure, she looks beside her to find the cow simply staring at her, not taking its unblinking gaze off Clara for even a second. The beady black eyes glaring into her make the scientist shudder, persuading the scientist to hurry.

After she cleaned the cows pen, she moves on to the others. Each and every time, the animals politely came out like well pampered dogs from the richest estates. It didn’t matter, horse, chickens, pig, all of them stood and watched as Clara was cleaning their pens. And no matter how long it was for, she never got used to their calm, blatant gazes.

After the entire day, the scientist was finally done with cleaning, the image of the animals dead eyed gaze burnt into her memory. Coming out of the barn, she was relieved to breathe in anything that wasn’t just animal leftovers, even if it was the cold wastelands nightly air. “Huuuh...Finally.”. The sun had set a while ago, leaving her in the darkness with only the lights of the farm house to guide her back.

Once back in the abode, Clara was greeted with the scent of cooked starch in the air. “Oh no.” she quietly uttered, something that she thought she would never say from the smell of dinner. Rubin peeks from behind the corner of the kitchen, informing the young lady: “Hey there, you just in time. Ma cooked us up a whole bunch of cooked taters. Come on.”

Looking into the kitchen, she was greeted with the site of horribly disfigured potatoes. The shape of the starchy vegetables themselves was completely indescribable, almost like they came from an entirely different plane of existence. Pure white as snow, the inside of the misshapen potato was frothing black as it was cut in, like bubbling sludge. She didn’t know what else she was expecting as she watched the family dig into the grotesque meal with delight. “Don’t be shy, little missy. We got room for one more.” Jeb tells her, pointing towards the empty seat with a potato in front. “Oh! Uh, thanks, but...” The scientist yawns in the middle of her excuse, claiming: “I’m just so tired from working all day. I’m just gonna head straight to bed.” “Eh, suit yourself.”

Plopping herself down upon the guest bed, she feels her stomach rumbling out to her, calling out for a meal. She grasps her stomach, thinking to herself. “So hungry. But I can’t eat that stuff. Who knows what it might do to me. Just gotta hang in there and hope my bag turns up.” With nothing around for her to eat, she tries to sleep off her hunger pains.

After dodging morning breakfast, she’d told to pick the apples from the trees beside the cornfield. With basket in hand, she finds the healthy looking tree full of golden apples. Picking one of them off the branch, she looks over the bountiful fruit. It’s doesn’t look horribly disfigured, just looks like any plain old apple. The color is a little suspicious, though she had heard of apples called golden delicious that look similar. The temptation of the shining fruit makes the young lady drool out. Its almost too much to resist. Maybe just...one bite wouldn’t hurt. The scientist begins to lift the apple towards her salivating lips, her mouth widening as the juicy fruit edges close. Just when her teeth were near biting down upon the golden delicious, she sees the skin of fruit slightly pulsate, almost like a beating heart. The site snaps her out of the wicked trance, dropping the fruit as she backs away from the tree in a panic. Jeb rushes to her aid, asking: “What? What’s wrong?” “The-the apple. I thought I saw it pulse.” “What?” The farmer picks up the apple the scientist dropped, inspecting the fruit in question. “Hmm...” After looking over the apple, the farmer tells her: “Looks fine to me.” Turning to the young lady, the farmer suggests: “Maybe its just the heat. It is a scorcher today.” As Jeb walks away, Clara approaches the tree once more, inspecting the apple he had dropped on the ground. She wonders of what she saw was really just the heat getting to her or if the excuse the farmer fed her was a lie.

After picking the rest of the ominous apples, she then tasked to help pick the crops. While tending to the kernel fields, she knew something had to be up with the orange shells. Peeling back the shell revealed the kaleidoscope pattern underneath, like the colors a junkie would see when taking a daily dose of LSD. Of course. Clara refrained from freaking out over the technicolor corn and instead took an exhausted sigh. She was just about done with this shit. Looking behind the wall of crops, the scientist finds the father and son distracted with picking their harvest. In the other direction stood the home of the family. The situation couldn’t be any more perfect. With haste, she quietly makes her way towards the abode.

With nobody around, she begins her search for her supplies with one of the bedrooms upstairs. Inside the couples dwellings, she looks through their closet, finding farm shirts and dresses among the dozen. All of them were put together with one another, making it hard to tell which articles of clothing belonged to whom among the bunch. Looking through proved to be fruitless as her bag wasn’t within. She tries her luck with the drawers, but finds nothing but bunched up garments inside. Finally she looks under the bed, but to no avail.

The young lady moves onto the living closet. Opening inside revealed an entire plethora of junk cobbled together in such a terrible mess. Seriously, do these people ever organize? Among the junk, she doesn’t see her stuff and closes the door, finding the old woman on the other side. The sudden appearance makes Clara jump, the elders fixed gaze staring at the scientist. “Oh. Hey. I...I was just looking for the...bathroom. Yeah, he he. Was just a little lost is all.” As the young lady faked an innocent laughter, the grandmothers only responds with her deadpan glare. Clara backs away from the old lady, entering the nearest room she could.

After a weary sigh, she found herself in the bathroom. She might as well look through since she’s got the chance. Peeking in the shower, she finds bottles of home made soap and shampoo beside yellow rust stained wall, but no bag. Looking into the cabinet under sink showed toilet paper, a scrub brush, electric clippers and more soaps next to a set of rusty pipe, but still no bag. She then turns her attention towards the toilet. Doubt that they’d be stupid enough to hide it in there. But considering what they consume, it wouldn’t be that far-fetched. She slowly lifts the lid of the toilet with wavering desire. Please let there be nothing in here. Thankfully, there wasn’t. That’s a relief. Maybe inside the back? Lifting the lid of the back revealed the pipework of the oval office submerged in water, but again no bag.

Walking out the bathroom, she’s surprisingly greeted with the misses. “What are you doing inside, dear? Shouldn’t you be helping the boys?” she questions. “I-I am. I just needed to go to the bathroom, is all.” “You look a little thirsty. Mind a glass of apple juice?” Marcy offers, lifting a glass of apple juice from seemingly nowhere. “Uh...No thanks. I’ll just take some water. Can’t really have any sugar. Diabetes and stuff. Real shame. Sure looks good though.” With that lie delivered, she hurries away from the housewife.

After dodging dinner once more, Clara climbs into bed. Her stomach strikes out in hunger, the fatigue spreading through her body. She groans alongside her empty belly. Can’t keep this up forever. Sooner or later, something has to go in her gullet.

Biting off the pillow trying to stave off her pains, the constant hunger keeps her from drifting off to sleep through the night. Quite convenient that it did thought, for she spots a shining light outside in her hunger fueled wake. Looking out the window, she finds Rubin walking towards the barn with a lit lantern and something else in hand. A closer look shows the farmers son carrying the scientists backpack. A lot of questions go through Clara’s head, but she was to starving to answer any of them. The young lady just wanted her stuff back. She rises from her bed, ready to claim her supplies back from these lying hillbillies. Going downstairs would be far too risky, so she opts to just jump out the window instead. She falls from the second story and onto the crack ground below with a thud. After prying herself off the ground, she scurries towards the barn. In front of the red farmhouse, the young lady finds the door to be sliding open, much to her dismay.

Rubin comes out of the barn, thinking that he might have heard something, but the empty night air in front of him proved otherwise. His worry put to rest, the farmers son head back towards his abode failing to notice Clara hiding on the side of the barn. Seeing him go back inside, the scientist sneaks into the red building.

Within, Clara looks around for where Rubin might have stashed her bag, the animals sound asleep within their pens. The lantern the farmers son left behind gives of a warm, gentle glow that illuminates the inside of the barn in a soft sheet of light. Grasping the lantern, it helps her search through the barn as she scans through the freshly cleaned pens, careful not to awaken the slumbering mutants within. Finding no success in tracking her pack, she wonders where else he might have stored it. Above, soft blue light shines through the roof. Following the light, she spots her supplies in the lunar spotlight, perched atop one of the horizontal railings. Looking around, she doesn’t see anywhere she might be able to climb up towards the wooden support. So instead, she decides to make one. The tools that were left behind during her clean up of the pens the other day should suffice.

Leaving the burning lantern on the floor, she carefully stacks the tools and supplies, making a less than sturdy pole leading up towards the roof. Atop, Clara jumps for the wooden railing, making the wobbly structure collapse. The scientist manages to grasp the support beam, pulling herself to the top of the railing. She balances her way towards her bag, shimmying around the wooden columns that hold the ceiling in place. Clara closes in on her supplies, but find them to be moving away from her. She quickly crawls towards the bag as it tries to escape. The young lady then jumps for her pack, catching her supplies as she falls towards the floor. After rolling through the barn upon impact, she shakes off the dirt on her and check to see if all of her stuff was inside. Looks like it everything’s in place. With that confirmed, she heads for the exit. When trying to slide the door open, she finds it to be stuck. “Dammit, locked! Did they see me?” she wonders. “No. We locked it.” a voice rings out. The sudden chime makes her jumps, looking around the barn for who might have answered. “Who...Who’s there?” she cautiously asks. How could her mysterious guest know what she was thinking? Looking towards the pens, she sees the locks on the gates open on their own. The gates then swing open, prompting the animals inside to walk out. All of them gather in front of her, their beady gaze locked onto the scientist. “No...Did...Did one of you just say that?” The pigs eyes begin to give an emerald glow as a voice pierces through the scientist psyche. “Indeed...We did.” Her suspicions proven correct, Clara backs away from the barn mates, her back against the door. “We have been blessed and cursed with the gift of perception alongside the power of the psychics.” “How is this possible?” the scientist wonders. “It was thanks all in part to the radioactive wastes that plague this land.”

“One unfortunate day ago, a massive nuclear blast struck our home, tainting the very land we have grown to love. In the aftermath, we found our precious home destroyed alongside our families, and our caretakers at the time. Endlessly, we wandered through the broken fields. Our hunger unable to diminish thanks to our mutations. Until we found the humble family that you’ve gotten to know.” “Using our own by products, milk, eggs, and even fertilizer, we have taken control of their minds and indoctrinated them as our servants. As long as they eat our tainted food, we may command them to do as we wish.” “But they took you in and took care of you. H-how could you do this to them?” Clara demands. “We have delved into their minds and found their true intentions. They didn’t love us. They wanted to eat us. Just like the rest.” “Before we stumbled upon this once baron farm, we’ve came across dozens of humans during our travels that have had the same desires as they did. It made us question if the farmer that bred us had the same intentions. We’ve delved into their psyches in search for an answer as to why. Why us?” “It was then that we’ve found that our kind was nothing but food to the human race. Even going so far as to slaughter our kind by the millions. Marching them to their deaths in murderous factories.” “We shall end this horrible suffering. Using the food we grow, we shall spread our influence across the land. Mutating our kind into the realm of sentience and flipping the entire food chain upside down. It’s going to be one hell of a party.” “That’s why, Clara, we need you.” Out from the shadows of the barn appeared the farmer and his family, their eyes glistening a glow of emerald. “For our plan to flourish, We need all the human hands we can find.” The family surrounds the scientist, pinning her to the hay covered ground by her arms. As she struggles to free herself from their grip, the son takes out something that vaguely resembled a tomato. The grandmother forcefully opens her mouth as Rubin drives the misshapen vegetable towards her face. “Don’t worry darling. You’ll soon be one of the family.” Marcy assures. “We could always use more help around the farm.” Jeb mentions. “Once you get some grub in your gullet. You’ll be just fine.” Rubin tells her. “Eh he he he he he he he! Eat up, sweetie.” the grandmother manically commands. Struggling under their grip, she kicks Rubin in the crotch and throws him onto his grandmother. She then breaks out of the couples grip and runs from the family.

Past the psychic animals, she rushes towards the back of the barn to brandish the shovel left upon the floor. The son quickly approaching, she strikes Rubin in the head with the blunt end of the tool. The horse threatening to stomp on the scientist, Clara sidesteps out of the way of the hooves. The chickens flutter at her, pecking at her face. Before they could go for the eyes, she smacks them aside. The couple lunge towards the scientist in a hurry, one of the chickens hitting the husbands in the face. Clara swings downwards towards her legs, tripping the wife down on the ground. The cow charges straight for her, its angry mooing echoing through the barn. She dodges out of the stampeding bovines path, leaving it to break through the pens. The pig tries to take her shovel using its telekinetic powers. Clara grips onto her weapon, pulling back against the pigs psychic pull. She looks down and finds a bunch of the hay laid abut her feet. The scientist kicks the hay and dirt in the pigs direction, making the pork chop flinch as it tries shakes the dirt out. She then uses this chance to smack the pig towards the wall like a golf club whacking a ball across the green.

As the piggy was whacked towards the wall, it smacks into the lantern resting next to the supplies. The flames inside are knocked into the hay laid strewn across the floor, quickly growing to a fiery blaze. “Quick! Put the flames out!” the horse demands. As all of them were distracted by the fire, Clara begins to head for the door. The flames are a step ahead of her as they consume the entrance in a blaze. The only way out now is the hole in the roof, but how to reach it? There's not enough time to stack the tools again; this place is burning down fast. Seeing the horse fruitlessly stamp on the fires near one of the unbroken pens gives her the chance she need. Clara jumps on the set of pens, rushing towards the horse as the fire starts to consume them. She jumps on to the horses back and towards one of the barn walls. The scientist jams the shovel into the wall, giving her the perfect platform to jump for the remaining roof support. Clinging to the wooden railing, she hurries along the horizontal beams as the flames drew closer. Clara leaps towards the hole in the roof and climbs out before the fire could reach. She jumps off the roof of the barn and roughly lands on the cracked grounds below.

Looking back, she watches as the red building is consumed by the fire, the orange glow of the flames piercing through the night. Looking towards the various fields and gardens full of mind control inducing fruits and vegetables, she knew what she had to do. Using one of the nearby corn stalks as a torch, she sets the entire plantation ablaze, making sure that none of these mutant plants are left for anyone to consume just in case one of the farm animals survives. With the farm in a blazing storm, Clara takes out one of her reserves as she set off into the nightly wastes.

#faded land #lillaxtrigger

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