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kit4kat · 3 months
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Finally got over being sick with the flu and can resume my series of fan contributions to the KP fandom! Have a girls night at the Middleton mall!
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tenth-sentence · 2 months
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The playwrights made their heroine a single woman and though dressed in men's clothes she was chaste.
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"Normal Women: 900 Years of Making History" - Philippa Gregory
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whats-in-a-sentence · 2 months
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She gained fame in 1610 when John Day wrote a play, The Madde Pranckes of Mery Mall of the Bankside. A second play in 1611, by Thomas Dekker and Thomas Middleton, celebrated her under the title The Roaring Girl.
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"Normal Women: 900 Years of Making History" - Philippa Gregory
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The Wales Family in 2023 ♛
So, coronations are less fun than I thought they'd be. Despite that, the coronation gave me some incredibly fun moments, from the Wales family volunteering together to the walkabout on The Mall, from seeing various royal families interacting (including besties Kate and Felipe!) to seeing the Princess of Wales on coronation day itself! In fact, we saw a lot of royal family interaction this year - William and Catherine travelled to Jordan for the wedding of Crown Prince Hussein to Rajwa al Saif, they hosted both the Crown Princely couple of Norway and the Crown Princess couple of Sweden at Windsor Castle, and long-time best buds Catherine and Felipe reunited at the Wimbledon Gentleman's Finals. Sport was another highlight of the year, with the Wales family attending rugby matches (x, x, x), tennis tournaments (x, x, x) and even appearing on a sporting podcast! Both William and Catherine gained several military positions during the year (x, x, x) and have had a go at driving armoured tanks. As well as working with their patronages, William and Catherine have been able to support their own interests. William has continued to promote the Earthshot Prize, and also started Homewards, an anti-homelessness initiative. Catherine, meanwhile, launched the next phase of her early years work with Shaping Us. And in a twist expected by no one, the Princess of Wales finally debuted the Strathmore Rose Tiara. On a personal level, William and Catherine gained a new nephew - little Inigo Middleton - as James and Alizee Middleton welcomed their first child. Next year, I am asking anyone who is listening for a week-long tour (or two!) because they have been sorely lacking this year! If not, I'd love to see William and Catherine continue to flourish in their new roles as Prince and Princess of Wales.
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boldlyvoid · 2 years
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Breakable Heaven | Chapter Eight: LDSK
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Summary: a lot can happen in 2 days.
Warnings: LDSK plotline, canon typical violence, gun violence (y'all know), Hotch verbally and physically assaults spencer, Haley goes into Labour
Word Count: 5k
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Looking at all the information in front of her, she felt a little overwhelmed. This wasn’t what she was expecting for her first big case with them, especially not when Spencer was about to fail his gun qualification... She was still so mad at him, that she didn't even kiss him goodbye before he got on the plane.
Franklin Park Des Planes 
3 shootings in two weeks
6 shot all in the abdomen, 1 fatality 
1st - married father of 3, died outside a shopping mall parking lot
9 days later - Miller, Parks @ community centre 
4 days later (today) - Middleton, Murray, Reilly @ Franklin Park 
No link between victims, using frangible rounds which fragment on impact and make ballistics comparisons basically impossible. 
1 patient has an in-tact bullet lodged in his spine.
Her notes from the briefing were even more intense.. 
Long Distance Serial killer - never before caught with a profile 
Always male, frequently have law enforcement or military experience and they always contact the police or the media - For both credit and to relive the experience 
Underkill /= Sadistic Killer?
Smart, resourceful, paranoid sociopath? 
Does he aim to wound or because it’s the biggest spot on the target? Is he unable to take the kill shot with skill or willpower?
She sighs, overwhelmed as all hell and Penelope can see it on her face. “Wanna talk about it?” 
“The case or my love life?” She turns to her with an unimpressed glance, miserable regardless of what she picked. 
“I’m sorry we caused that,” she keeps her voice down even though it’s just the two of them. 
“It’s fine,” she waves it off and looks over her shoulder to the flight path, “they’re getting ready to land soon, is there anything I should be doing right now?” 
“Uh,” Penelope looks around at all her paperwork. “Can you use those computers over there to go through the men in Des Planes with honourable and dishonourable discharges or past police work and pinpoint the weird ones?” 
“On it,” she wheels over to the other desk and starts imputing the perimeters, searching through everything to the best of her abilities. 
She connected a few dots, matching current police officers to their former military files and double-crossing it with their shift changes and ordering in cellphone pings for them over the last 3 weeks. No one was a perfect match, but she did notice one thing. 
She called Gideon as soon as he was at the Des Planes hospital, even though she didn’t want to talk to him, this was of his concern. “What do you have?” Is how he picks up. 
“Each shooting happens between the first/second shift changes, is it more likely for him to be coming off the first or doing it before the second?” 
“Good question,” he thinks it over. “It’s most likely going to be before, so he can look into said shooter without anyone knowing it’s him… thanks for the tip.” 
And like that, he hangs up. 
“Is Gideon always so dry?” 
“Most of the time, yeah,” she shrugs it off. “I think it’s easier for him to not take it home if he’s a grouch all the time.” 
“He told Spencer not to date me?” She finally lets it slip. “And he said he wasn’t were just fucking… and I told him I’m over it now that he’s explained why but like, I’m still so pissed?” 
“Understandably,” Penelope sympathizes. “I didn’t think he’d hold back once he got a girlfriend, I thought he’d be screaming it from the rooftops…” 
“Cause he’s been single for so long?” 
She nods, “yeah, and he deserves to have someone love him. Really love him.” 
“Believe me, I do,” she can’t help but blush. “It's almost scary how much I love him.” 
“I know he loves you, too. Ever since the banquet I knew you two were going to end up together,” she shimmies with glee. “It’s so nice to see two smart young people with such different lives come together and fall in love and sneak around and pretend they’re not.”
She laughs, “it’s stressful when it’s happening to you… but then again you know what that’s like.” 
“I’ve never had a secret boyfriend?” Penelope looks confused. 
“Derek?” Andy points out. “You two are made for each other.” 
“No, no, I’m afraid you’ve fallen victim to my fabulous acting skills,” she sighs, covering her eyes and spinning in her office chair. “We’re simply ships passing in the night.” 
“Uh-huh,” she doesn’t believe it for a second. “Just promise me I can be the maid of honour at your wedding?” 
The morning of day 2 was weird. 
She woke up alone at her house, made her own coffee, she even kissed Haley’s tummy and said goodbye to her before she drove off by herself. 
She spent last night on the phone with Spencer, the team had the night off as they, unfortunately, waited for another shooting to happen. The more victims, the more clues, that was the most disturbing part of the job to her. Just waiting for people to die. 
Not long after they woke up, the 4th shooting happened. 3 people were simply having lunch when the shots rang through the courtyard, wounding them all. 
They made it to the hospital in time, all 3 people would live but at what cost? The damage done to their bodies and minds will last a lifetime, but it was Andy’s job to catch this guy and help ease that pain a bit. Let it not be for nothing.
She spends a lot of her day calling her dad, well, Agent Hotchner, with the information she’s gathered. They knew so far, that the slug they removed from a survivor's spine matched to an M4 version of the M16 rifle… it’s an intense weapon that requires a lot of skill. This man was indeed trained, skilled and aiming for the stomachs for a reason. 
Today they were re-enacting exactly how the shooter was able to do what he did during the 3rd shooting, in broad daylight, in the middle of a park, without a single person noticing him. They figured he parked in a homemade handicap spot, sat in his trunk and shot the 3 easiest targets at the time before speeding out. 
Garcia had a secondary feed streaming to her bat cave from every angle of the park, watching the team set up and move around. Andy’s eyes stayed mostly on Spencer. 
He was with Derek in the field, pretending to be the father and son playing football before the father was shot. He had a camera in his hands, detailing his view of the situation at hand to further examine if that witness could tell them anything more. So far, they had nothing. 
Gideon and JJ are in the trailer on site, watching the same feed as them and on speakerphone with Penelope. She heard every order, she knew everything that was happening and then suddenly she didn’t. 
“You’ve gotta be fucking kidding me,” JJ’s voice rumbles down the line. “Look at this,” she’s clearly talking to Gideon and the squad leader. 
“Contact with the media,” Gideon responds and then they head feet shuffling out of the room followed by silence. 
Penelope starts searching, finding the Des Planes news coverage as they described the re-enactment and told the public that a member of the police department was the shooter. 
Just before the reporter can sign off, JJ is walking up behind him with anger beaming from her eyes. “FBI. We need you to reveal your sources.” 
“I know my rights,” he scoffs. “I’m not telling you anything— hey!” 
Gideon grabs his arms and twists them behind his back, reaching for a set of handcuffs. 
“We believe this is an act of terrorism, and under the patriot act, we can detain you for as long as we need to,” JJ informs him. “Now, who is your source.” 
“I don’t know, really!” He gets defensive. “All I have is the phone number that called in the tip.” 
“Watch this,” Penelope turns to Andy with a smirk. Her phone rings then and she taps the connect button, “yes sir.” 
“Garcia, we need you to run a number for us, 847 555 5843.” 
“on it,” she says while typing away, pulling up screens and transferring information, she worked faster than Andy’s eyes could even follow. “It’s a police-issued work phone… give me a minute to pull up the system. McCarty. Scott McCarty.” 
“Thanks,” Gideon hangs up almost as fast as he called and her eyes were back on the screen. 
No one is moving. There isn’t a fallback order, nothing. “Shouldn’t we tell them the shooter is possibly there?” 
Penelope shakes her head, “starting a commotion could make him start shooting.” 
Minutes feel like hours as she watches in fear, the worst anxiety she’s ever known creeps up her throat as she watches Spencer carefully. She feels almost weepy, far too in love with this man to be doing this kind of job with him.
“How do you do this?” She whispers. “How do you sit here and listen to terrible things happen every day?” 
“Kinda have to,” she reminded Andy. “But I cope with these,” she teaches forward and grabs a little purple stuffed owl to hand to Andy. “They bring me comfort and joy, and whenever something happens, like when someone dies and I feel like if I did something sooner, it would help… I buy one of these and I put them here so that they can help me save the next person.” 
“But what if it was Spencer?” She whispers again. 
“It won’t be,” she tries her best to assure Andy, rubbing her back gently. “Derek's got his back.” 
And that he did. As soon as the SWAT team moved in for McCarty, who just so happened to be playing the fake unsub, Derek pulled Spencer to the ground. 
“Get down!!” Derek basically got on top of Spencer, shielding his head with his arm as he watched the SWAT guys take down the unsub. 
Just when it seemed safe, just when he let Spencer sit back up, a shot rang through the open field. McCarty was shot between the eyes. From where? No one knew. Everyone simply hit the deck while SWAT raised their weapons and started looking around. 
“oh my god,” Andy covers her mouth as she gasps, “he was there!!” 
Penelope immediately pulls up traffic footage for the area, watching every single car that was going slightly above the speed limit, swerving or just looking sketchy. She flipped between screens while Andy moved to the other side of the office, she logged back onto her set of computers and began looking into everything about Scott McCarty. 
His recent contacts, shift schedules, his wife, her MSN account, and their digital footprint was small but from what she saw, he was just a normal man. Now deceased for no reason other than the unsubs inability to share the spotlight… that was it. 
She called her dad quickly, it rang and rang until finally, he picked up. “I think I figured it out,” she leads. 
“What?” 
“He shot McCarty because he took his lime lite, he shot a cop between the eyes in broad daylight, I don’t think he’s a cop… what if he’s an EMT? He wouldn’t have contacted the media if he’s the one picking the victims up?” 
“Hero Homicide,” he confirms her theory. “Check into all medical personnel between the Des Planes and Arlington Hospitals, if he’s switching jurisdictions then he might have gotten fired and moved to another hospital. This is a fantastic lead, Andy.” 
“Go get him, dad.” 
They watched Gideon and the surgeon that removed the slug from one of the victims argue behind glass. In the small observation room together, Gideon accused the extremely narcissistic man of a murder charge. 
Doctor Landman was one of those doctors who believed he was god, that no one was in better hands than his own. He wasn’t the most talented, he was so arrogant they turned him down for chief of surgery, he fucked all the nurses and even some of the doctors and drove a hot red car.
He was a douch. 
“My guess is Dr. Pate is going to corroborate Landman’s alibi,” Hotch explained as he led Spencer down the hall towards the OR. apparently, this woman was sleeping with him at the time of the last shooting. 
“You don’t think Landman’s the shooter? 
“Richard Angelo wanted to be a hero because in his everyday life he was a nobody. Landman’s a surgeon. He has power and recognition— 
“Yeah but you know surgeons are a different breed. They’re the stars in their field and Landman is definitely not one of them,” Spencer scoffs quickly. 
“Excuse me, I’d like to speak to Dr. Pate?” Hotch asks the first person in a white coat he sees. His badge was open and in front of the man so he knew it was important. 
Cautiously, the man looks him up and down, “yes sir. I’ll go find her for you.” He turns immediately and walks away, unable to give them a view of his name tag for a follow-up. 
Spencer notices how weird that is but he lets it slip. Everyone must’ve been on high alert knowing a shooter was somewhere in their town. Who knew when the hospital was next on his to-do list, right? 
“The motivations of hero homicide are excitement, power and respect, and even though Landman’s not a star, he still gets respect. Racing against the clock to save someone's life is exciting."
"Maybe it's not exciting enough," Spencer mumbles, "that’s… thats why he shoots three people at the same time." 
"But he can only operate on one at a time," Hotch adds, making him think harder. "It wouldn’t be any more exciting…. At least not for Landman and not in the OR."
"Policemen and ER personnel are on the exact same 24-hour shift schedule," Spencer comes to the same conclusion Andy had on the phone. "The unsub wasn’t shooting on shift change because there are fewer cops on the street. He works the second shift in the emergency room!"
Hotch takes out his phone and hits buttons to no avail, “sir, you can't use a cellphone in a hospital.” A nurse announces as she hears the dial tone. 
Hotch migrates over to her, Reid in tow. “Excuse me, for a moment, please?” 
She follows him around the nurse's counter and watches him take his badge out once more. “We’re FBI agents, and we believe that one of your staff members might be the sniper.” He uses a calm and delicate tone with her, talking at her level with words she would get outside of his profile. 
Her eyes widen but she keeps her composure. 
“Now the man that we’re looking for works the second shift, and he would’ve transferred from Arlington in the past two weeks.”
“We haven’t hired any new personnel in two months.” 
“Are you sure?
“Yeah.” She’s very certain. “I’ve got patients who need me,” she goes to walk away from him, not interested in being fear mongered into giving him information. 
Aaron places a gentle hand on her arm, “he’s vain, rude, arrogant, he works out, he shows up to work late, he blames others for his mistakes,” he lists on and her expression falters. 
She looks away as she falls deeper in thought, she knows someone who fits that exact description and her heart sinks to her stomach. “Oh, my god. It’s Philip Dowd. he’s— he picks up shifts at Arlington.”
“Is he here today?” He keeps his voice calm so that she will follow his lead. 
She looks around, beginning to panic, “oh, my god?” 
“It’s okay,” Aaron soothes her gently. “Your patients need you to stay calm. Tell me, is Dowd working today?” 
She nods, swallowing sharply to hold in her fear. 
“Do you see him?” 
She looks around carefully, Spencer follows her eyes as a second measure. “no.” 
“Go tell Gideon,” Hotch taps Spencer on the shoulder and then he’s off. 
Running around the nurse's station like a chicken with its head cut off, barely looking where he’s going, “Reid, easy.”  Hotch reminds him and he slows slightly. Not wanting to cause panic in the hospital by proxy. 
He starts walking calmly towards the doors as the same man they talked to before comes barreling in removing his M16 from under his doctor's coat. Before Spencer has time to react, Dowd hits him in the nose with the butt of his gun, knocking him to the floor. 
He loads the weapon, ignoring Spencer’s passed-out form as he aims for the one and only security guard in the OR. he makes the man drop his gun, he grips him by the uniform and holds him as leverage. His first order of business is to shoot out the control room, insuring not a single message could be sent out and sending the OR into lockdown mode. 
The lights drop to an ugly yellow, alarming everyone inside as they seek to cover. Hotch is quick to pull his gun, pointing it at Dowd. 
Dowd points right back, only his weapon is much larger and much more powerful. “Nobody moves and nobody dies.”
Haley never normally called Penelope… she normally called Aaron or Anderson, but never Penelope. 
The name pops up on her screen, Andy sees it from over her shoulder, she’s on line 3, so Andy picks up. “Haley?” 
“Oh, thank God,” she sounds panicked, her breathing heavy and laboured, “my water broke and I can’t get ahold of Jess and Aaron is god knows where, I need you, Andy. I need you, please?” She’s crying, scared and in pain. 
“I’m on my way, you stay put and don’t hesitate to call 911 if you feel you’re not safe! I’m coming!” She waits for Haley’s string of “okay, okay,” and hangs the phone up. 
Penelope heard all of it in her ear, “you go, I’ll tell Aaron when I can.” 
“Please, make sure they get out of there safe,” she takes a moment to be scared, too. “Jack can’t lose his dad before he even gets to meet him… a-and—
“Spencer will get to hear you tell him you love him again, I promise, now go!” Penelope shoos her and she’s off. 
Her heels click and clack as she runs down the long hallway, knowing if she got to the other side of the building the elevators where she’s parked in the garage will be closer. And just her luck, the doors open as she comes barreling towards them. 
“Hold it! Hold it!” 
The man keeps his arm in front of the door, she attempts to slow down but only stops when she hits the elevator wall, “sorry, sorry,” she tries to catch her breath. “Garage, my moms in labour.” 
He hits the button for her, “you’re Hotchner’s kid, right?” 
She nods, still winded from running, “yep. That’s me.” 
She starts digging through her purse, looking for her keys and finding them all the way at the bottom. The man watches the whole time, he looks familiar but she has no idea who he is. He doesn’t say much more until the doors open on his floor, “good luck, and congrats!” 
“Thanks,” she presses the close doors button so the elevator will go faster, she really needed to get her ass moving. 
It was Haley’s first baby, and while it was a boy, she was concerned that he would come fast. There were so many wives' tales that boys took forever, they would stay in there as long as possible and their labours were always long… but Haley’s been on the edge of labour for so long, there was no knowing with this one. 
She’s on auto-pilot as she drives home. Her mind is in a million different places, she can’t even imagine missing her own kids' birth, her dad was probably losing his mind… and how was she going to tell Haley that Aaron was in the same hospital as an LDSK…
Within seconds, Aaron's gun was unholstered, off the safety and pointed at Dowd. 
Aaron stared him down, sandwiched between their aim was the poor guard, shaking and sweating while he stared at Aaron with pleading eyes. 
“It better be a headshot,” Dowd eggs him on. “I got this on full auto. Anything less, I go down squeezing the trigger.” 
Aaron lowers his weapon and places it on the counter. Dowd knocks the unarmed guard to the floor, moving over to Aaron to take his weapon. He calls Spencer up from the floor, “come on, up. Double time!” 
Spencer nervously rushes over, falling behind Hotch in fear. 
“Take your partner's gun and place it on the counter.” 
“He’s not armed,” Hotch answers promptly, but down hesitates to believe him. “See for yourself.” He pushes Spencer towards him, 
“Hands on your heads,” he insists before he pats him down. “Okay,” he believes him when he feels nothing. He beckons the guard closer, making him cuff the two agents and then himself with zip-ties. “Get down on the ground.” 
Spencer sits in seconds, Aaron slowly moves, unwilling to diminish his dominance. 
“Now what kind of agent doesn’t carry a gun?” Dowd laughs at him. 
“I’m a profiler,” Spencer can barely meet his eyes, shaking in fear. 
He was never going to see Andy again. He was doing the one thing he promised he wouldn’t do to her, only two days after she asked. He was going to die, he was going to let her dad die, and he wasn’t going to be able to do anything to help. 
“They sent you to figure me out?” He gets angrier. 
“We did, thats how we found—,” Spencer bites back. 
“Shut up, Reid,” Hotch cuts him off with a stern voice. 
“No, no, don’t shut up,” he’s interested in what Spencer has to say. “What do you think you know about me, boy?” 
Spencer hesitates, unsure what the best approach could be when Hotch comes in, “go on, genius. Tell him. Tell Him!” He gets angrier. “But remember, get it wrong and he’s going to kill you.”
Spencer's gaze flip-flops between the two men, horrified as Dowd nods in agreement, “yeah.”
He swallows sharply, unable to do that. Frozen in fear. 
“Okay, then,” he turns the gun to Hotch. “You’re the boss, you tell me. Who am I? What’s my plan?” 
“I know you shot 11 people in broad daylight and left us nothing,” he complains, mirroring the same narcissism as him but not in a competitive sense. It was a way that he would be able to relate, to compare to himself and maybe, hopefully, loop Hotch into his plan. 
“You excited a cop in front of the FBI and got away clean and I know your plan is to go down in a hail of bullets.”
“And?” He wants more. 
“I know you’re the smartest man in every room and no one’s ever known it. People feel threatened by you and try to sabotage you every chance they get. You’re not a bad person, you helped save all your victims afterward. The first guy wasn’t even your fault?” His shoulders raise, and his face scrunches like he has a sour taste in his mouth. “If the paramedics weren’t so fucking incompetent you’d have a perfect record.” 
“It took those guys 13 minutes. THIRTEEN!” He screams. As riled up as Hotch was trying to get him. 
“You’re gonna want to barricade the door,” he keeps his voice low but his brows raised, antagonizing him. 
Spencer turns to him with fear, “what?” 
“Shut up,” he spits back at Spencer, something he’d never normally do. That’s when Spencer got it. “Have me and the kid do it. Let them see that you’ve got two FBI agents in here doing your bidding.”
“Yeah right, let you give them a signal?” He tries to stay one step ahead of Hotch, but he can't. 
“What signal?” He gets visibly fed up. “They knew you were in here and armed and they sent me in with the gunless child who can’t shoot his way out of a wet paper bag. What can I tell them?” 
Dowd snaps back into it, holding the gun up so he can look at Hotch through the site, “what is this? Some kind of profiler trick?” 
Hotch stares him down, not faltering for a second. 
“I mean,” Dowd lowers his weapon just slightly. “The barricade is a good idea… but why the hell do you want to help me?” 
Hotch laughs, “oh, I don’t. I’m just sick and fucking tired of this. You know he’s sleeping with my daughter?” He points at Spencer, his anger building. “He pretends to love her but he’s just doing it to build his way up through the FBI, hanging off me and my reputation like a leech and now look where we are?” 
Dowd laughs, “this loser?” 
“Tell me about it,” Aaron huffs.
“So you want to help me?” 
“I don’t want to help you, but when they come storming in here for the cop you killed you’re going to go down fighting and a lot of us are going to die in the crossfire. They sent me in here, I figure why make it easy for them?” 
“Oh, thats good,” Dowd loves it. 
“Mhm,” he nods, smirking at him. “And you wanna know why they took away boy genius’s gun?”
“Why?” He wants a good laugh. 
“He failed his qualification 2 days ago!” He lets his frustration out, and it's that simple lie that leads Spencer to believe this is all plan… 
“Twice a year I’ve gotta hear him whine about re-qualifying and every year I try and help him and you know how he repays me? By spending more time shooting into my daughter and then telling people he doesn’t even love her! He’s a sick little fuck, it serves him right to go out like this.” 
“You think you’ve got it rough?” Dowd’s anger builds again. “These people done nothing but undermine me since I got here.”
“Put them next to the barricade,” Hotch says it like it’s nothing, but it’s far from nothing. He’s moving all the civilians out of the way. “That way when they blast their way in here, both our problems are solved… that kinda thing could ruin a cop's career.” 
“You are one sick mother fucker,” Dowd shakes his head with glee. 
“how do you think I found you?” Hotch smiles. “We’ve walked the same path, been dealt the same cards, walked all over, kicked when we’re down. It’s our turn to show them who they’ve been messing with.” 
His ankle gun.
Hotch wasn’t fully pat down, he still had a weapon. He was dropping clues for Spencer with each mean word he said against him. Andy must’ve told him about their session shooting the other day, how she told him to be able to protect her father at all costs, even if he didn’t have a gun on himself. There would always be another one on Aaron.  
“Let's do this,” he smirks and then looks past Aaron with his gun held up, “I want all of you against this wall. NOW!” He points by the door and they all flee like moths to light. Huddling close in fear as they sit back down on the ground. 
Once everyone is where they are, Aaron speaks up again. “Can I ask you a favour?” 
“Like?” Dowd spins back to him, guards down fully now. He trusted Aaron. 
“I figured the chances of my getting out of here are pretty slim, so, can I just beat the shit out of him while I still have the chance?” He motions to Spencer.
Dowd laughs, “be my guest.” 
Aaron stands, towering over Spencer, he mouths, “left,” and begins to kick him. “You stupid, arrogant, know it all.” Each word gets him a kick. It hurt, he pushed through it, nonchalantly unclipping the holster and taking the small revolver from him. 
He kicks him a few more times for good measure, “fuck you! Fuck you for ruining my life, my family!! My daughter's innocence!” That one felt too real. 
“Fuck you,” he takes a deep breath and pulls back. Huffing slightly he slumps back down. “Thanks, Phil.” 
Laying on his side, cowering in pain, Spencer keeps the gun out of his sight. 
“I think he got the message,” Hotch announces and Dowd smiles at him, big and wide when the shot rings out and the blood starts to trickle down his face. 
He drops to his knees and then faceplants, dead in a pool of his own blood. Spencer did that. He shot him. He saved the day. 
“Oh my god?” He turns to Hotch as he runs to the door. 
“Hold your fire!! Federal Agent, hold it!!” He waves his hands, getting the civilians out of the way again. “I’m so sorry, I’m sorry.” He apologizes to everyone. The nurse he talked to earlier runs into his arms, sobbing. 
The whole room lingers with fear. 
By the time he sees Hotch again, he’s sitting in the back of an ambulance holding the small revolver in his hands. “Hey, Spence.” 
He smiles at him, “you don’t have to say anything. I know you didn’t really mean it.” 
He takes a seat beside Spencer and wraps his arm around him, “whether we like it or not, we’re family now. I need you to know that as long as you mean the world to Andy, you mean the world to me too. I wouldn’t let you die and I’m thankful you got the memo.” 
“I couldn’t let you die either,” he manages to laugh, “even if I lived, she’d murder me. And no offence, sir, but she’s scarier than you.”
“That’s how I raised her to be,” Aaron assures him with a sweet smirk. “I’m really glad that out of all the guys in the world, she picked you.” 
Spencer gives him a sweet smile, “so can I call you dad?” 
“Don’t push it,” Aaron pumps him with his shoulder. 
They sit in silence at the end of the ambulance, leaning on the bumper and taking a second to relax. Their blood pressure went down, breathing settled, and adrenaline went down… they both felt tired and ready for a nap on the plane ride home. 
When Aaron's phone rings, it’s Penelope’s name on the ID. “Hello?” He answers softly. 
“Sir, how are you?” She asks anxiously. 
“Okay… what’s up?” 
“um. Well—
“Penelope.” 
“Jack was born…” 
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The royal wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton ♡
Following the ceremony at Westminster Abbey, the newlyweds rode to Buckingham Palace in the Imperial State Landau. The Queen hosted a private lunchtime reception at Buckingham Palace, with the couple later on making an appearance on the balcony of the Palace where they shared a kiss twice.
The main wedding cake was an eight-tier fruit cake decorated with Lambeth-piped sugar paste flowers made by Fiona Cairns. It featured the couple's monogram and different floral designs including the national flowers of the four United Kingdom nations.
The official wedding pictures were taken in the throne room at Buckingham Palace and featured the newlyweds with their families and wedding party.
William drove his new wife back up the Mall to Clarence House in a blue, two seat Aston Martin DB6 Volante which was given to Prince Charles by the Queen as a 21st birthday present. The convertible was decorated by his best man and friends.
In the evening, the Prince of Wales gave a private dinner, followed by dancing, at Buckingham Palace for the couple and their close friends and family. For the evening reception, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a strapless dress by Sarah Burton and a white shrug. The event ended at 3 am, with a small fireworks display in the palace grounds.
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The Crown Season 6
10 Events That May Become Plotlines In Season 6 (ScreenRant Nov 29, 2022)
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Two years after its fourth season bowed in November of 2020, The Crown returned to Netflix on Nov. 9, 2022 for its highly anticipated fifth season. Following its pattern of swapping in a new cast of actors every two seasons, this one features the debuts of Elizabeth Debicki, Jonathan Pryce, Imelda Staunton and Dominic West as the main characters.
The fifth season follows into the 1990s the turbulent history of the British royal family during Queen Eilizabeth II's reign, including the souring relationship and divorce of Prince Charles and Princess Diana. The coming sixth season is set to be the series' last, and while The Crown is a fictionalized version of true events, certain crucial happenings of the late 1990s and early 21st century are likely to come in the show's final episodes.
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Princess Diana’s Death (1997)
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Princess Diana's tragic 1997 death in Paris remains one of the most poignant and sensitive moments in modern history, and The Crown is guaranteed to depict this sobering event that changed British royalty forever. However, according to the New York Daily News, it will not show the actual car crash but instead the days leading up to Diana's death and the heart-wrenching days that followed it.
This important moment will come at the beginning of the sixth season, according to Marie Claire. Filming began in September 2022, with season five stars Dominic West (Prince Charles) and Elizabeth Debicki (Princess Diana) capturing the last lonely and torrid days of her life.
Prince Edward And Sophie Rhys-Jones' Wedding (1999)
The royal wedding of Prince Edward to the Duchess of Wessex, Sophie Rhys-Jones, took place in June 1999, and it's likely to feature in The Crown's sixth season, especially because it is the last "first" wedding of Queen Elizabeth II's children.
The simplicity and lack of scandal surrounding Prince Edward’s wedding is important as a plot line because it illustrates a stark and dramatic contrast to the public debacle of Prince Andrew’s divorce from Sarah Ferguson in 1996 Prince Charles' and Princess Diana's messy split.
The Queen Mother’s 100th Birthday (2000)
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To illustrate the longevity and permanence of the British royal family, it's likely the 100th birthday of the Queen Mother in 2000 will appear as a story in the sixth season of The Crown.
The Queen Mother was honored by a 41-gun salute and greeted by thousands of fans who descended on the mall of Buckingham Palace to offer their birthday felicitations on her 100th birthday. Flanked by her daughters Queen Elizabeth and Princess Margaret, she stood on the balcony accompanied by the rest of the royal family. Narratively, this rare moment of happiness and tranquility ciykd stand in contrast to the turmoil the royal family endured through the '90s.
Prince William's First Encounter With Kate Middleton (2001)
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According to E! News, Netflix has confirmed casting Ed McVey and Rufus Kampa as Prince William and the actress Meg Ballamy as a young Kate, who will appear in the final season of The Crown. Following the timeline of actual events, it's plausible the season will focus on their meeting at the University of St. Andrews in 2001.
With the sixth season focusing largely on the tragedies of the royal family starting with the sad death of Princess Diana, the story of William and Kate's young love and the promise of the future would serve as a welcome, hopeful counterpoint.
Princess Margaret's Death (2002)
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The sister of Queen Elizabeth II, the always quotable Princess Margaret holds an important place in the storyline of The Crown just as she held an important place in the royal family in real life. Her diminishing role as a royal and inability to marry her first love, Peter Townsend, led to a tumultuous relationship with the queen. Yet their sisterly bond is featured heavily in the fifth season and could be further explored in the show's last episodes.
Based on the series' depictions of Margaret so far, fans can anticipate the story of her final days will be told in a standalone episode. According to the Daily Express, Princess Margaret suffered three strokes between 1998 and 2001, with her final stroke taking her life in 2002. Queen Elizabeth cried at Margaret’s funeral, "the only time anyone ever saw the Queen show her emotions in public," as Vanity Fair put it.
Prince Charles And Camilla Parker-Bowles' Wedding (2005)
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An inevitable arc of The Crown's sixth season is the 2005 marriage of Prince Charles to his first love, Camilla, tying the knot 35 years after they met. The wedding of Charles and Camilla is significant in the royal family's story, given the role their romance played in the demise and fallout of Prince Charles’s first marriage to Princess Diana.
The simple civil ceremony, which was held in real life at the Windsor Guildhall per the BBC, would offer viewers the necessary moment of pause to reflect on history and how it all played out for the heir apparent, Prince Charles.
Queen Elizabeth II's 80th Birthday (2006)
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The early 2000s held many high points for the British monarchy, including Queen Elizabeth II's 80th birthday, celebrated across the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth.
If The Crown depicts this milestone birthday, it could use the event to explore the loyalty of a country to its monarch, in particular Prince Charles, masterfully played by Dominic West. On the happy occasion, Charles notably lauded his mother's lifetime of service and dedication to the country, addressing her warmly at the time as his "darling Mama," according to the Daily Mirror.
Queen Elizabeth II And Prince Philip’s 60th Wedding Anniversary (2007)
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Played superbly by Imelda Staunton, Queen Elizabeth II was the first British monarch to celebrate a diamond wedding anniversary. Per Reuters, this event was celebrated with much pomp as the royal couple revisited Westminster Abbey to renew their vows, including German relations who had not been to their 1947 wedding given the strong anti-Nazi sentiment after World War II.
Peter Morgan could use this historical family moment to illustrate the staying power of the British crown though its very foundation had been rocked with tragedy and scandal within the decade and forced to face the pressures of a changing world.
Tony Blair's Premiership (1997–2007)
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Tony Blair's tenure as prime minister will no doubt feature in the sixth season of The Crown. Blair played a pivotal role in steering the royal family to steadier waters when the royal establishment was under question following the tragic death of Princess Diana. In an interview with Today, Blair reminisced that the queen "understood, because always her duty came first, that she had to respond to this extraordinary outpouring of grief about Princess Diana."
Peter Morgan depicted these events previously in his movie The Queen, so if he tackles the subject again, he'd likely show it from different narrative angles or use it to color his depiction of the royal family in new ways. Deft handling of this overlap in history between the film and the TV series could enhance both works.
Prince William And Kate Middleton's Wedding (2011)
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The last season of The Crown likely won't touch on very recent events such as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle leaving the royal family behind them, but it may allude to the future wedding of the next heir apparent, Prince William.
In a show that has observed the bloodline of the house of Windsor since King George V, the creators will likely want to leave fans with a glimmer of hope and anticipation for the future. Alluding to a royal match between Princess Diana's elder son and his longtime girlfriend Kate Middleton would bring not only bring a sense of aspiration but a fitting transition to what the modern monarchy might become.
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Postcards from Snagglepuss
"Ocean City, here we come!"
So here we are, Huckleberry Hound and yours truly, sitting in a somewhat cheesy-looking motel near one of our former hangouts back in the day, Kings Dominion by name, about halfway between Washington, DC and Richmond, Virginia, having driven along US 1 as opposed to I-95 much of the night through Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas and Virginia following quite an interesting diver's holiday with Peter Potamus and the Hair Bear Bunch off the Florida Keys.
Said motel, it turns out, being something of a staging area for many of us fellow Funtastics heading to the Character Convocation planned and timed to coincide with Springfest out Ocean City, Maryland way in a weekend's time.
Think of Springfest, if you will, as a sort of summer prelude on Maryland's Eastern Shore, particularly before the major crowds come over and turn an otherwise docile town of some 7,750 people (that's the year-round populace) into Maryland's third-largest city (as in as much as 163,000 people) on busy weekends. And the contingents of fellow characters bound to arrive ahead of same as a convoy of sorts, prompting Huck and I to find a party room of sorts nearby to explain the logistics of the warmup to Springfest as much as Springfest proper ...as well as a more direct, logically logical even, routing into Ocean City from our staging ground:
I-95 to US 301 (Virginia Exit 104), crossing Fort A. P. Hill and the Potomac River via the Nice-Middleton Bridge into Maryland, picking up US 50 near Bowie;
US 50/301 via the Bay Bridge to the route split in Queenstown;
US 50 to Maryland 404 near Wye Mills, continued into Delaware and joining US 113 near Georgetown;
Continuing on US 113 to the junction with Delaware 20, thence on Delaware 20 and 54 to practically the Maryland line, becoming Maryland 528 and, hence, into Ocean City proper.
Which, at any rate, means plenty of overtime for our trusty cell phones, and plenty of charging time as well, just to remind the whole contingent, Ruff and Reddy onwards to the Skatebirds, Kwicky Koala and even Crazy Claws--the Funtastic sort of crowd, mind you--of developments and the meetings ahead.
"And there's also the crab dinner to think about," Huck admitted.
"Not to mention," added I, "the meet-and-greets. Especially along the Boardwalk and at an outlet mall, even!"
So just be thankful that we're not turning to strong liquors as the way to maintain steady nerves as things press forward. And there's more of this where it all came from....
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Chapter 20 of Roneo and Kimliet
Chapter 20
(4:44pm, Middleton Mall)
Bonnie was in the middle of her usual kelp wrap at The Spa Middleton Mall with serene and calming music when Ashley A and Ashley B came in. Ashley A was wearing a pink croptop, baggy CB dark denim overalls with the left strap hooked and the right strap undone and dangling behind her back and white sneakers. She went with giant gold hoop earrings. Ashley B went with a tube top and baggy CB jeans with a belt.
"Hey, um, B?" Ashley A asked.
"Can it wait, AA? I am in the middle of my weekly time of peace and serenity!" Bonnie muttered.
"It's about Possible and Stoppable." Ashley A replied.
Bonnie instructed one of the spa's employees to turn off the music. The employee did so.
She removed the cucumbers from her eyes.
"What about those two?" Bonnie sneered.
"They got the roles of Juliet and Romeo, respectively!" Ashley B grinned.
"And how did Possible react?" she questioned, "Remember, I haven't taken my two arts elective classes yet required for graduation so I'm not in there."
Ashley A began to chortle.
"She gave a loud NOOOO before Barkin gave her detention for disrupting the class!"
She and Ashley B began to laugh. Bonnie, upon hearing the news of her rival getting detention, also joined in on the laughter.
"Oh man...that is quite funny!" Bonnie replied as she finished her laugh.
Taking several deep breaths, she added, "Man, I just cannot wait until she wears that Juliet costume! She would look like a total dork!"
"So what's the next part of the plan?" Ashley A asked.
"We'll see how Possible handles her lines first..." Bonnie said, "...and go from there. Now can you leave? I still need to continue my kelp wrap, thank you very much!"
Ashley A and Ashley B both nodded their heads in agreement with each other.
(4:51pm)
Back at the Possible house, Kim glared at the script with Ann and James looking at their daughter.
"I don't know how to approach this!" she said, "This is defs the hardest thing I had to do at school."
James was nervous as well, but for different reasons.
"Uhhh...Kimmie-cub, I hate to say this but I think this would be your mom's area of expertise. So I'll leave you two alone." he insisted.
"Where are you gonna go, James?" Ann asked.
"Helping with the boys with their baking soda volcano." James replied.
Both Ann and Kim said "Uh-oh" at the same time as James exited downstairs from Kim's loft room.
"I just...don't know what to do, Mom!" Kim exclaimed to Ann. "This whole sitch is so complicated!"
"I did remember doing a Shakespeare play in high school." Ann replied, "Though you only needed one art credit for graduation at the time. And that was before I met your father."
"What did you do for that? I'm just curious to know!" Kim questioned.
"At the time, I had a very huge crush of Bobby Lane in high school. And he got one of those roles. I had to think to myself: It's only a play! It's only a play!" Ann said.
"Did you get a good grade?" Kim asked.
"I did. Managed an A- for the course!" Ann replied, scooting closer to Kim.
"That's good, at the very least." Kim said, "But can you imagine that the kisser is the best friend that you've known for the past almost 13 years of your life?"
"I...couldn't imagine that." Ann said, "Look, I know that you and Ronald are not a...how do the kids say these days...thing, but you and Ron need to get through this together as friends!"
"You're right about that part, Mom. But two things that worry me is A) how Ron is going to perform on the stage because of the Cowardly Lion incident and B) how is he going to react to me and him...you know...kissing. Not in a BF/GF kind of way, of course!"
(4:56pm)
At the Stoppable house, Ron was excited that he was going to play a non-tree related role for the first time since Wizard of Oz last year. He flung the script onto the bard.
"Can you believe it, Rufus! I am going to be Romeo!" he exclaimed for excitement. "For the first time, I won't be stuck in the bathroom for 30 minutes trying to remove a tree costume with the help of Kim and the fire department!"
"Uhhh..." Rufus was nervous because of the fact that his owner had note even opened up the script yet.
"This calls for a celebration, ol' buddy!" Ron added, "And you know what that means!"
"Naco?" Rufus asked, still unsure.
"That's right...hey, you're not excited that I got that play of Romeo!" Ron gasped at the naked mole rat's reaction.
Rufus sighed and rushed up to Ron's bed. He opened up the script and pointed to the list of which characters the students were playing. He first pointed to Romeo, as Ron, and then to Juliet with Kim's name next to it.
"I still do not know where you're getting at?" Ron asked, still perplexed.
Rufus only sighed harder and flipped the pages to the part of the script with Act I Scene V...the very moment Romeo and Juliet first kiss.
Ron reacted in sheer horror upon reading that line.
"AAAAAAHHHHHHHH!"
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Convergence on Lawndale - Part 8
“What’s happening, Amiga?” Jane asked.
 “The Doctor, again,” Daria answered.
 That was all Jane needed to know. “Gotcha.”
 Daria then filled her in on what was happening, including the portal to Middleton.
  “I see,” Jane said when Daria had finished.
 “We need to look out for unusual activity.”
 “Of course.”
  Quinn met her friends. “Quinn!” Stacy Rowe called out.
 “Hi, Stacy,” Quinn said warmly.
 “You were with that guy again, weren’t you?” Sandi Griffin asked in an icy tone.
 “Sandi!” Quinn cried out. “Not right here…”
 “And why not?” Sandi asked.
 “I don’t want the whole school to know!” Quinn retorted.
 “I guess not,” Sandi said.
  “Peter Parker!”
 Peter turned to see the Asian American women coming towards him. “Angela Li, is it?” he asked. He resisted the urge to compare her to J. Jonah Jameson.
 “Yes. Principal of Laaawndale High! I’d like to know why the School District forced me to accept your employment here!”
 “I not certain why?” Peter said quietly. ‘UNIT will have to smooth some feathers over I guess,’ he thought.
 “Now I have to find where to put you at short notice!”
 “I could help with either Science or Art,” Peter said.
 “Science may not be a good idea,” Li said. “The head teacher is a misandrist!”
 “Right.”
 “Art would be a better option,” the Principal said. “Accompany me to the Faculty Office!”
 “Of course,” Peter responded as he followed Li.
 Clare Defoe was surprised when Li entered the faculty office. “Angela?”
 “Good Morning, Claire. This is Peter Parker, a new assistant who has started here today. I am assigning him to you.”
 “I wasn’t aware of this,” Claire said.
 “It was a last minute decision by the District,” Li admitted, before leaving the room.
 “What area of art do you specialise in?” Claire asked.
 “Photography.” Peter answered.
 “I see,” Claire said. “It so happens that I do have a photography class this afternoon. How are you in the dark room?”
 “I’m competent,” Peter answered.
 “Good.”
  Kim and Ron arrived at Cranberry Commons. “It’s about the same size as the Mall in Middleton,” the latter said.
 “This is going to take a while,” Kim realised.
 “Probably too long,” Ron said.
 “But we’ll try to be quick.”
  The first period went by without any problems. Something happened in the second period. The electrical power in the school flickered.
  In the TARDIS, an alert came up on the Scanner. “What?” the Doctor asked as he looked at it. Something was happening. It was interfering with Lawndale’s electrical grid. He set it to scan closer.
  In Cranberry Commons, Kim and Ron saw the flicker.
 “Uh oh!” Ron said.
 Rufus agreed with him.
 “Something’s happening,” Kim commented.
 “But what causing it?” Ron asked.
 “No idea, but we have to get back to the Portal.”
 “Right behind you, KP!”
  The Doctor narrowed down the source of the interference. It was somewhere between the location of the device, and the location of the portal. He decided to investigate it straight away. He didn’t have anything else to do anyway.
  As they left the Mall, Kim took out the Kimmunicator and used a scanning function to try to find the source of the interference. The information came back a few minutes later. “It seems to be coming from somewhere downtown.”
 “Not from the portal?” Ron asked.
 “No, but somewhere to the south of it.”
  With the flicker, Peter’s Spider Sense picked something up. ‘Uh oh!’ he thought. He saw Quinn shoot a glance in his direction, along with one of her friends. The one with the pigtails. The latter one came over. “There’s nothing happening, I think.”
 “Um, that’s not why I came over,” the girl said, although her voice betrayed the lie.
 “Then why?” Peter asked.
 “Um, I’m trying to make sense of these camera settings,” she said giving him the sheet he had handed out earlier.
 “You don’t need to know all of them,” Peter said. “Um…”
 “Stacy,” the girl said.
 “Stacy. You’re worried about the flicker, aren’t you?”
 “Um, yes. It wasn’t the usual flicker!” she said quietly.
 Peter figured that there was something about Stacy but he couldn’t put his finger on it. “Something may be happening, but let’s focus on the classwork for now.”
 “Um, sure.”
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Exploring The Hillshore: A Fusion of Elegance and Modern Living 🏙️
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Welcome to The Hillshore, where heritage meets contemporary living in the heart of District 5. This prestigious development by Fraxtor Capital offers residents a unique blend of history and innovation, promising a lifestyle filled with advantages.
Highlights
Prime Location: Strategically situated at 292 Pasir Panjang Road, enjoy unparalleled connectivity and convenience.
Educational Proximity: A range of esteemed educational institutions within the vicinity cater to families prioritizing quality education.
Retail Paradise: Indulge in retail therapy at nearby malls like Rochester Mall, The Star Vista, and West Coast Plaza.
Nature's Embrace: Proximity to green spaces like Kent Ridge Park ensures a harmonious blend of urban living and nature.
Future Appreciation Potential: Close proximity to the upcoming Greater Southern Waterfront promises a surge in property value.
Comprehensive Project Details
Embracing a generous site area of 45,742 sq ft, The Hillshore boasts a plot ratio of 1.4, culminating in a spacious gross floor area of 64,039 sq ft. Residents can expect state-of-the-art amenities, lush landscapes, and communal areas fostering community spirit. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail by Fraxtor Capital, this development epitomizes luxury and comfort.
Nearby Amenities
Schools:
Fairfield Methodist School (Primary)
Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)
NUS High School of Mathematics and Science
Recreational Facilities:
Kent Ridge Park
Mount Faber Park
Haw Par Villa
Investment Potential Analysis 📈
Analysis of The Hillshore Investment Potential
The Hillshore, formerly known as Gloria Mansion, is an upcoming freehold condominium located at 292 Pasir Panjang Road in District 5. Developed by Hillside View Development Pte. Ltd., a subsidiary of FRX Capital Private Limited, this project comprises two 5-storey blocks housing a total of 59 units, including 4 Dual Key Units. The expected completion date for The Hillshore is in Q2 2027.
Investment Potential Factors
Strategic Location and Connectivity: The Hillshore enjoys a strategic location near the transformative Greater Southern Waterfront, connecting residents to key areas like Marina Bay and Jurong Lake. It is also within walking distance of Haw Par Villa MRT Station on the Circle Line, enhancing connectivity.
Developer Reputation: Hillside View Development Pte. Ltd., backed by FRX Capital, is known for its focus on high-growth companies and sectors. The team comprises skilled professionals led by experienced private equity veterans.
Pricing and Affordability: The launch price for The Hillshore starts from S$1,922 psf, with an average of S$1,976 and reaching up to S$2,029. This pricing is competitive compared to neighboring developments like Blossoms By The Park.
Rental Yield and Market Trends: The Hillshore's location near the Greater Southern Waterfront and amenities like Middleton International School make it attractive for potential homeowners and investors. The Pasir Panjang area offers various condominium options, indicating investment opportunities.
Risks and Considerations
Investors should note the premium associated with freehold properties like The Hillshore, which may impact initial investment costs. Market volatility and economic factors can influence property values and rental demand. However, the project's strategic location, connectivity, and lifestyle offerings may help mitigate some of these risks.
Book Your Showflat Visit Now! 🌟
Don't miss out on the chance to experience The Hillshore firsthand. Book your showflat appointment today and embark on a journey towards luxury living combined with rich heritage at this exciting new condo destination!
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Hillshore at Pasir Panjang
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Hillshore at Pasir Panjang
The Hillshore (former Gloria Mansion) is its proximity to Haw Par Villa MRT, which is just a 4-minute walk away. This convenience means swift access to major destinations like Mapletree Business City, VivoCity, and the technological hub of one-north. Moreover, with the expected completion of Stage 6 of the Circle Line in 2026, residents will enjoy even quicker commutes to the CBD and Marina Bay, making urban living a breeze. Attractive Launch Price 2BR from $1.8x mil  3BR from $2.7x mil 4BR from $3.8x mil ✔ Exclusive 59 Units (2BR to 4BR) ✔ By Trusted Developer - FRX Capital ✔ Be Part of upcoming Greater Southern Waterfront Transformation ✔ Nestled in a serene and peaceful neighborhood, providing a quiet retreat  ✔ 4 minutes Walk to Haw Par Villa MRT ✔ Within reach of vibrant shopping malls e.g VivoCity, Holland Village, and Rochester Park etc.  ✔ Schools Nearby: NUS, Blangah Rise Primary, and ACS (Independent).  ✔ Surrounded by Lush Parks ✔ Well-connected via West Coast Highway and AYE for easy commuting around Singapore Book Appointment "Your Gateway to Greater Southern Waterfront - Hillshore" Quick LinksBook Appointment Fact SheetUnique Selling Points What's Nearby? Unit Mixes/ Diagrammatic Chart Floor Plan & Virtual Tours Download Brochures Price Guide https://youtu.be/E7obP5XxJsY https://youtu.be/0iMjDLJP72s Nestled in the heart of District 5, The Hillshore (former Gloria Mansion) is set to redefine urban living. This remarkable freehold condominium is more than just a residence; it's a gateway to a world of comfort, elegance, and vibrancy. Developed by Fraxtor Capital, The Hillshore presents an exceptional opportunity for both investors and homebuyers looking for an exquisite blend of convenience and refinement. Spanning across a 45,742 sq ft land area, The Hillshore stands as an epitome of modern luxury. With a total of 59 contemporary apartments distributed across a 12-story tower, this development offers an exclusive and serene living experience. Its strategic location, paired with impeccable connectivity, places residents within easy reach of iconic landmarks and essential amenities. One of the standout features of The Hillshore is its proximity to Haw Par Villa MRT, which is just a 4-minute walk away. This convenience means swift access to major destinations like Mapletree Business City, VivoCity, and the technological hub of one-north. Moreover, with the expected completion of Stage 6 of the Circle Line in 2026, residents will enjoy even quicker commutes to the CBD and Marina Bay, making urban living a breeze.
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View to Greater Southern Waterfront (GSW) Residents of The Hillshore can indulge in retail therapy at VivoCity, a premier shopping destination just an 8-minute drive away. With a plethora of stores featuring brands like Muji, Zara, Adidas, and more, you'll be spoiled for choice. If you're a food enthusiast, explore nearby dining hubs like Holland Village and Rochester Park, where diverse culinary options await. The Hillshore is a paradise for nature lovers. It's in close proximity to Kent Ridge Park, part of the Southern Ridges Walk, and home to picturesque parks like Mount Faber Park, Telok Blangah Hill Park, and Henderson Waves. The iconic Haw Par Villa is just a 4-minute walk away, offering a unique theme park experience filled with over 1,000 statues and dioramas depicting Chinese mythology.
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For families, The Hillshore offers access to esteemed educational institutions. The development is very near to the National University of Singapore and a 5-minute drive from Mapletree Business Park. Blangah Rise Primary School and Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) are also nearby. For those seeking international education, there are institutions like the ISS International School, North London Collegiate School, Middleton International School, and The Japanese School. The Hillshore's allure is further elevated by its proximity to the Greater Southern Waterfront (GSW). Stretching from Pasir Panjang to Marina East, this expansive development promises an enriched living experience. The GSW is set to transform the area into a prominent gateway for urban living along Singapore's southern coast, offering a seamless waterfront promenade, numerous points of interest, and connections to scenic hilltops like Kent Ridge Park. Investors and homebuyers seeking a luxurious lifestyle with a touch of urban charm will find The Hillshore an irresistible choice. This freehold gem, backed by Fraxtor Capital, guarantees not only a home but a rich living experience. Immerse yourself in an exquisite world where architecture meets functionality, and every detail exudes elegance. Welcome to The Hillshore, where every element is designed with your lifestyle in mind. With its strategic location, excellent connectivity, and access to esteemed educational institutions, The Hillshore is poised to become the address of choice for those who seek the perfect synthesis of convenience and refinement in the vibrant city of Singapore. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your dream home or a promising property that blends elegance and innovation with comfort and luxury. Fact Sheet TypeDescriptionsProject NameThe Hillshore at Pasir PanjangDeveloper NameFRX Capital Private Limited Location292 Pasir Panjang Rd, Singapore 118633 (District 05)Tenure of LandFreeholdExpected Date of Completion (T.O.P.)Q2 2027Site area45,742 sq ft / 4,249.6 sqmTotal No. of Units59 units in 2 blocks of 5 storeys towersCar Parks59 Carpark Lots (including 4 EV Charging Lots), 2 Handicap Lots  Updated Fact Sheet The Developer's Background
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FRX Capital operates as the holding company for the Fraxtor group of companies, a network renowned for its comprehensive approach to real estate investment. Established with a vision to tackle some of the industry's biggest challenges, the company has created a platform that offers investors unique opportunities in the global real estate market. The three primary challenges they've addressed are the high capital outlay required for real estate investments, the illiquidity of real estate assets, and the limited access to global real estate markets. Fraxtor Group's approach stems from its extensive experience in global real estate investment, management, and development. They have honed their skills in navigating the complexities of various real estate markets, making them the go-to choice for investors who seek a global perspective and a strategy to match.  With a firm focus on innovation and adaptation, Fraxtor Group has achieved remarkable success in real estate investment and development. Through its subsidiary, Fraxtor Private Limited (Fraxtor Singapore), they've provided investors with access to a wide array of global real estate opportunities. The company's strength lies in its expertise, which allows investors to join hands with seasoned professionals in the industry. The developer's commitment to excellence and their innovative approach to real estate investment have been recognized by industry experts. Although specific awards may not be mentioned in the available information, the Fraxtor Group has consistently demonstrated a track record of excellence, making them a standout player in the industry.
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FRX Capital - Track Records Unique Selling Points - Prime Location: Nestled at 292 Pasir Panjang Road in District 5, The Hillshore enjoys a prime location that offers both tranquility and accessibility to key destinations in Singapore. - Excellent Connectivity: With Haw Par Villa MRT station just a 4-minute walk away and future Circle Line Stage 6 on the horizon, residents will enjoy seamless connectivity to various parts of Singapore, including the CBD, Marina Bay, and popular dining spots. - Freehold Status: The Hillshore is a freehold residential development, offering the rare opportunity for permanent ownership, making it an excellent investment choice. - Educational Hub: The proximity to esteemed institutions like the National University of Singapore, Blangah Rise Primary School, and Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) make it ideal for families with children. - Shopping Paradise: Residents are spoiled for choice with VivoCity, Muji, Zara, Adidas, and other retail options just an 8-minute drive away. Holland Village and Rochester Park, famous for their food scene, are also easily accessible. - Surrounded by Nature: The Hillshore is surrounded by lush greenery, with parks like Kent Ridge Park, Mount Faber Park, Telok Blangah Hill Park, and Henderson Waves close by. It's an oasis for nature enthusiasts. - Greater Southern Waterfront: The development's proximity to the Greater Southern Waterfront (GSW) ensures a brighter future with the GSW's plans for residential, commercial, and recreational areas. - Luxurious Living: Offering an impressive 45,742 sq ft of land with a 1.4 plot ratio and a gross floor area of 64,039 sq ft (excluding the balcony), The Hillshore combines elegance and innovation for a luxurious living experience. - Strong Developer: Fraxtor Capital, the developer behind The Hillshore, brings a wealth of experience and innovation in the real estate industry. - High Growth Potential: As the Greater Southern Waterfront undergoes development and revitalization, the value of properties in the vicinity, including The Hillshore, is poised for significant appreciation.
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Nestled in the heart of Singapore's District 5, The Hillshore Condo at 292 Pasir Panjang Road offers an exceptional living experience with the exciting prospect of the Greater Southern Waterfront right at its doorstep.
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Location Map Other than close proximity to Haw Par Villa MRT in just merely 4 minutes walk, the residents can easily access Pasir Panjang Beach, which stretches along the picturesque shores of the Singapore Strait. This serene beach provides an ideal setting for leisurely strolls, picnics, and simply relishing the awe-inspiring sea views. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby Labrador Nature Reserve, a verdant paradise boasting lush greenery, hiking trails, and an opportunity to immerse in Singapore's diverse biodiversity. For grocery shopping, there are several options, including Eccellente by HAO mart at Bijou, Greenmart Trading, and FairPrice at Alexandra Retail Centre. You'll also find the Telok Blangah Market, a nearby wet market, which is just a 5-minute drive from The Hillshore. This makes it convenient for residents to access fresh produce and satisfy their culinary needs. Families with children will appreciate the proximity to esteemed educational institutions, including the renowned National University of Singapore (NUS), Blangah Rise Primary School, and Anglo-Chinese School (Independent). Several international schools such as the ISS International School, North London Collegiate School, Middleton International School, and The Japanese School are also nearby, offering top-quality education options for your children.
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The Hillshore - Streetdirectory Map Recreational enthusiasts are in for a treat, as Pasir Panjang offers an array of activities. Kent Ridge Park is a favorite among outdoor lovers, with its sprawling green spaces, jogging trails, and panoramic city skyline vistas. Golf aficionados can tee off at the nearby Sentosa Golf Club, offering world-class facilities and breathtaking ocean views. Healthcare facilities are within easy reach, with the National University Hospital (NUH), a leading medical institution in Singapore, located nearby. Residents can benefit from NUH's comprehensive medical services and specialized treatments, ensuring their healthcare needs are met. Pasir Panjang is known for its close-knit community and vibrant social scene. Residents can actively engage in various community events, such as festivals, sports activities, and neighborhood gatherings. The Pasir Panjang Constituency plays an active role in organizing community initiatives, fostering a strong sense of belonging among residents. Living in Pasir Panjang is a delightful blend of natural beauty, historical significance, convenient amenities, and a thriving sense of community. With its coastal allure, proximity to nature reserves, easy access to transportation and services, it provides an ideal home for individuals and families. Whether you're unwinding at the beach, exploring local history, or participating in community activities, Pasir Panjang offers a fulfilling and enriching living experience.
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Actual Site (Facing) What's Nearby?
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What's Nearby?
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What's Nearby (Recreation)
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What's Nearby (Educational) Trains (MRT) - HAW PAR VILLA MRT CC25 510m  Groceries/ Shopping - NTUC Fairprice (NUH Medical Centre) 860m - Market Place @ One-North 1.64 km Schools - Fairfield Methodist School (primary) 1.63 km - Anglo-chinese School (independent) 1.87 km
Site Plan / Facilities
The site plan of Hillshore Condo has been thoughtfully designed to make the most of space while preserving a scenic environment that Singaporeans will appreciate. The developer, known for their dedication to creating high-quality properties with top-notch facilities, has poured their expertise into this development. Among the outstanding amenities are a refreshing swimming pool, a well-equipped gym, a community clubhouse, inviting BBQ pits, a playground for the kids, a tennis court, and a versatile function room.
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Site Plan Units Safety and security are a top priority at Hillshore Condo, catering to the peace of mind that local residents value. The development is equipped with comprehensive security features, including 24/7 surveillance, CCTV cameras, access control systems, and intercoms. For those who own cars, a spacious and well-lit parking area is readily available. Additionally, this development embraces modern living with a smart home system, allowing residents to conveniently control lighting, temperature, and security from anywhere in their homes, a feature Singaporeans will find both practical and appealing.
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whereareroo · 1 month
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SCENE FROM LONG ISLAND
WF THOUGHTS (3/25/24).
Happy Monday. I’m writing this after dinner. I’m on Special Assignment. I had a relaxing day. I hope that you had a good day too.
At my current Special Assignment location, on Long Island, I spend a good bit of time at the local Panera Bread. I enjoy the round trip walk, which is about 5 miles. I also enjoy the peace and quiet. I sip tea and catch up on my reading.
Like most New Yorkers, the folks from Long Island are loud. They tend to be tenacious, and they have a unique manner of speaking. The passing scene at Panera is always interesting.
Today, the table next to me had four seats. It was occupied by a lone woman. She is 35ish. She needed the whole table. She filled the table with two phones, a laptop, and an iPad.
As she conducted her business, everyone in Panera was able to hear this woman. She was loud. She was doing something related to the sale and leasing of office buildings. Sometimes she was using all four devices at the same time.
During my two hour visit at Panera, the lady also spoke to six or eight friends. She told the same story every time. Yesterday, she went to the local shopping mall with her four year old daughter. The goal was to get a picture with the Easter Bunny. I’ll give you the short version of the story.
The lady had a photo appointment at 10:15 a.m. When she got there at 10:30, she was annoyed because there was a 30 minute wait. That was only the first problem.
Their photo opportunity arrived at 11:00 a.m. The kid refused to go anywhere near the Easter Bunny. She cried. She screamed. They had to walk away.
Mama Long Island decided to bribe the kid with a toy. After visiting the toy store, they got back on the Easter Bunny line. Photo Opportunity #2 arrived at Noon. Same result. Crying and screaming. No photo.
At that point, Mama Long Island decided that the kid must be hungry. She figured that she would bribe the kid with food. So, they went for ice cream. After yet another 30 minute wait on line, they reached the Easter Bunny for the third time at 12:50 p.m. Guess what? Same result. No photo.
Mama Long Island wasn’t going to give up. She wanted that Easter Bunny picture! She decided to try another food bribe. This time, the bribe would be candy. She took the kid to the candy store, but told the kid that she couldn’t eat the candy until after a successful photo shoot. It was almost 2:00 p.m. when they got to the Bunny for Photo Opportunity #4. The kid was screaming for the candy. Mama Long Island was screaming about the picture. It must have been quite the scene. The Bunny told them to leave and not come back. That’s my kind of Bunny. After almost four hours, Mama Long Island dragged the poor kid home.
Mama Long Island should probably be prosecuted for child abuse. She should also be prosecuted for stupidity. She’s obviously technologically savvy. She was constantly juggling her four devices. Doesn’t she know that there are dozens of ways to photoshop an Easter Bunny picture? Isn’t that the obvious solution to the problem? Why torture the kid, and everyone else at the mall?
I was going to tell the lady that she should call Kate Middleton for photoshopping advice. After a few sips of tea, I decided that the lady might not appreciate the joke. I didn’t want to get into a brawl at Panera Bread with a crazy Long Island Mama. What would I do if they revoked my Panera Bread privileges? I enjoyed the second half of my walk, and I’m alive to tell the story. More importantly, I’ll be welcomed at Panera Bread tomorrow. It was a good day.
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steveskafte · 3 months
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HUMANITY PASSING Middleton is one of what I call "the biggest of the little towns". If you grew up in one like I did, you know what I'm talking about. They have all the local essentials – pharmacy, hardware, grocery, a few restaurants, and elementary/high schools. But with a population of under two thousand, you'll find no big chains, malls, airport, or major industry. There's a small hospital on the outskirts of Middleton, where I was born in 1987, but that's less to do with the town and more its central location. Most of my countryside is inhabited by what's more accurately called villages. They may not have a single storefront left, but people call the houses home, and live in memory of a time when they were livelier. Back here on these relatively busy streets, I stood and watched humanity passing in the evening. Steady cars, folks grabbing takeout from the House of Cheng, someone getting tattooed in the parlor next door. Out in public, we all spot but don't really see each other. Sometimes, that's just the kind of comfort I love most. January 12, 2024 Middleton, Nova Scotia Year 17, Day 5906 of my daily journal.
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hitchell-mope · 5 months
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Ron Stoppable would beat her to death in the Middleton Mall parking lot for saying that about naked molerat’s.
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sonotthedrama · 5 months
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Tuesday, November 28 – Around the World in 30 Days
1. Middleton is located in Wisconsin, a state in the upper Midwestern United States.
2. Middleton is referred to as one of three cities in the Tri-City area. The other two being Upperton and Lowerton.
3. Middleton is tolerant of Magicks on the most part but isn't a Magick-friendly city. There are still some people who live there who believe anti-Magicks views.
4. Middleton High is the only high school in Middleton. The school mascot is the Mad Dog and it's rivals are the Lowerton Lemurs for all competive teams.
5. Middleton has a local community college where it has a range of subjects for prospective students to learn. These can range from Musical Theatre to Beauty classes. Not so much magick related courses.
6. The Middleton Institute of Science and Technologies, commonly shortened to M.I.S.T. by its students, is an extensive and science-oriented school of higher education. The Middleton Institute of Science and Technologies consists of several different buildings for its various areas of study. Earth Sciences alone had at least nine buildings devoted to them
7. Middleton has it's own Space Center where it is typically the site of rocket launches. It also has the most powerful electromagnet.
8. Middleton has a state of the art medical center. It has volunteer programs and opportunities for students to work alongside their studies at the community college.
9. Middleton has a building in their skyline that bears a great resemblance to the Chrysler Building in New York City.
10. Middleton has its own mall where it has Club Banana, Earring World, a Hair Salon and other shops. Club Banana is a popular store where they stock the latest fashion and is one of Kim's favourite stores to visit.
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