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madelinecoffee · 6 years

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Don’t Forget. Ch. 3

Chapter 3- Riley’s Place

Summary:Riley’s been an accident, and when she wakes up her memory is askew with random pieces missing. Everyone’s got a different idea on how to help her, but she only wants Lucas. Fancast: x A/N: We see some more Maya drama in this chapter and some more of what Riley’s life is like. I’m really feeling this story for right now, and I’d love to hear your thoughts! Tagging: @lovelaughlivesmilebright (if you want to be tagged here or below let me know!) Words: 2,048 Previous Chapters: Ch. 1 Ch. 2

“Lucas really, I’m fine” Riley huffed in annoyance at her boyfriend when Lucas gave her a look complete with a raised eyebrow she crossed her arms, “The doctor said that I can go back to work when I feel ready. And I feel ready”

It had been a week or so since Riley had come home, and some of her memories were slowly returning. She was less confused and she had more memories of her parents and Maya but she could still tell there was something missing.

Lucas pulled Riley down onto him where he sat on the couch turning her around to face him. He brushed some hair away from her forehead revealing the bandage that covered her fading stiches. “Princess I’m sure you feel ready but I want to make sure you actually are. And you’re not just going because you know I have to go back to the clinic and you don’t want to be alone.”

Riley bit her lit and averted her gaze, she hadn’t wanted to be alone since the accident especially in anyway that would separate her from Lucas. Maya had called her three days after she got home and was infuriated that Riley wouldn’t come to see her, unless she could bring Lucas. Maya wanted it to be the two of them but Riley didn’t feel steady without him. Something she knew Lucas had noticed.

Riley sighed, “Okay that’s part of it. But Lucas I can’t make you stay home with me and I’m worried if I don’t go back now it’ll be harder to. Plus Izzy said she’d come help me with the baking and making sure ‘I don’t wander off’. The staff all knows what’s going on. And I’m hoping that I might see my mom?” Riley tried to act nonchalant but Lucas knew Riley missed her parents, even though most of her memories were times from high school when they were more involved with Maya she missed them. Riley sighed, “Just because when I graduated she handed over the bakery and all that doesn’t mean she doesn’t hang out there anymore. I mean she has in the past I think…”

Lucas took a deep breath trying to reign in his anger at Cory and Topanga they had texted but not made any effort to come see their daughter. It wasn’t surprising behavior considering the last few months. But he knew Riley didn’t remember the whole blow out and he didn’t think now was the time to bring it up. After checking with Smackle that she was indeed all set to be with Riley in the bakery the two of them made a plan for getting her there the next day. Although Riley’s head felt a lot better she was still prone to being disorientated. But Riley assured Lucas that she could do it and Lucas wasn’t one to hold her back, so he agreed.

As soon as Riley stepped into the bakery she felt a wave of peace she usually only felt when Lucas was with her. She smiled as she took a look around her bakery. Instead of going to a traditional college Riley had discovered in late high school that she had a knack for baking and pressured a degree in pastries.

One of the other bakers had done most of the baking, but as always they were running low on Riley Cookie’s. A cookie Riley had invented in college that all her friends swore they had crack in them. But Riley would never tell, they always had to make a few batches throughout the day. So when Riley got to the bakery she tied on her favorite apron and got to work. When she had taken over the bakery she wanted to add her own flair to it and wanted it to feel like home for whoever walked in. A large part of that were aprons, the back had an assortment of aprons that the staff could choose between to wear while they worked. There were those that found one they loved and those who changed it up. But it gave the bakery a fun and happy vibe and Riley loved it, as did the people who came. She changed the furniture as well making everything slightly mismatched; no two pieces were the same. Her and Lucas and occasionally Maya had gone to thrift stores and yard sales and found all sorts of seats and pillows and art and aprons.

When Riley was a junior in college Topanga had been looking to pass off the bakery, she still loved it and saw the value in it. But it needed work and love, and she had just become a senior law partner at her firm. When Riley had expressed interest in working with her mother on the bakery, her mother jumped at the opportunity over a few summers she taught Riley the ins and outs of running it. Topanga had figured that when she signed it over to Riley that it would stay exactly the same, but when Riley started adding her own touches it became evident that it would not remain the same. And Topanga was less than thrilled, even though part of her knew that Riley was right if it was her bakery it should be her own thing. Topanga though was admit that if the bakery was going to change it’s name had to be changed to. So Riley named it, with the encouragement of Lucas named it Riley’s Place. Riley guessed that’s where the trouble with her parents started but she wasn’t sure. She shook off the thoughts as she got to work

From Smackle’s perspective Riley looked completely at ease and normal as she made her cookies. She was humming again and as she mixed various ingredients, and before Smackle knew it the smell of Riley’s cookies was wafting through the air. They chatted as they waited for the timer.

“So you’re feeling better Bubbles?” Smackle asked attentively

Riley nodded, “I feel better being back at work, things still get fuzzy though. Which is annoying and like I know things are missing in my head. I’m getting nightmares still…but Lucas is really good about it.” Riley shrugged, “But like it’s better than when I first work up but I still don’t feel 100% myself?”

“I’m sure that with time you’ll get back to a more normal, Riley. If anyone will its you.”

Riley smiled brightly at her best friend, “Thanks Smackle. Do you want a fancy coffee drink while I work the counter? I’m on till close in a few hours.”

Riley got Smackle set up with her coffee as she got to work on the counter, she felt perfectly content. But that all changed when a certain blonde haired girl walked through the door, Riley immediately tensed and started wishing Lucas was here. They were about 10 minuets until close so she knew that Lucas would be here soon.

Riley wasn’t sure how to act around Maya, every time she came by she felt like Maya was analyzing her to find something different and she kind of felt like she should throw up. But she greeted Maya with as much confidence and warmth as she could muster, “Hi Maya! What can I get you?” She saw Maya’s smile fall when Riley didn’t call her by her special name. Truth is told Riley couldn’t remember what it was and she didn’t want to anyone to tell her.

“I’ll take a Riley Cookie and a peppermint tea?” Maya seemed hesitant when she tried to pay Riley brushed it off,

“Maya, don’t be silly it’s on me. And you’re the only one in here. If it’s okay with you I’m going to start closing.”

“Actually Riley I was hoping we could talk.” She glanced at Smackle who was putting on her coat

“Bubbles I’m heading out, Farkle’s here. Let me know when you get home!”

“Okay by Izzy-Fizzy” Both Riley and Smackle chucked at the endearing name while Maya looks pissed. Once Smackle lefts, Maya roughly pulled Riley down to sit with her. Riley winced in pain as Maya tugs on her injured arm but Maya didn’t seem to take notice.

Maya smiles brightly at Riley, “Honey, I’ve missed you.” Riley looks confused for a moment turning to ask Lucas what Maya was talking about but she stops when she remembers it was just her and Maya. Riley shakes her head trying to clear the etcasketch of her mind. “It’s never just us anymore, he’s always with you or Smackle or someone. It used to be just us.”

Riley is trying her best to find these memories but its hard with everything so jumbled around, most of the ones she’s trying to find are fuzzy and blurry. Then she catches on to the he Maya is referring to. “He? You mean my boyfriend? Maya I thought you’d be happy for me. He loves me.” Riley lets a smile overtake her face as she thinks about it

“But Honey…” Maya starts but she’s interrupted when Lucas walks in and Riley’s attention is quickly focused on him and as Riley goes over to hug him Maya pulls Riley back down roughly as Riley cries out in pain and tears prick her eyes as she feels her stiches pop.

Lucas rushes over trying to control his anger at the short blonde he takes a deep breath and counts to five before he addresses her, “Maya. What. The. Hell. Riley’s got stiches in that arm, you have to be more careful with her.” Lucas is still inspecting Riley’s arm as she sniffles trying to hold back any more cries of pain.

“What ever Ranger Rick, don’t tell me how to treat Riley.” Maya makes a move to pull Riley back towards her anger flashing in her eyes at Lucas, but Lucas is faster and pulls Riley gently against his chest.

“You can’t be rough with her Maya.” Lucas states again glaring at her until he hears his girlfriend gasp. He looks down in horror and notices that the wrapping he put over her stiches with tinged red, confirming his suspicion. “See. Now she’s bleeding!” Lucas voice is getting raised and he seems to be about a second away from pumbling Maya. Before he gets the chance Riley steps in,

“Lucas lets just go to a clinic and get this re-stitched. Please. It hurts.” And just like that Lucas allows himself to be pulled away as Maya tries to shout after them.

“But Riley our talk!”

Riley sighs deeply still hurting, “Maya. When my arm isn’t bleeding and you stop being rough with me then we can talk” and with that Riley watches Maya leave before she locks the door on Topanga’s

It doesn’t take long for Riley’s stiches to be redone and for the attendant to inform her she’s going to need to take the heavy stuff at night again. She’s clad in one of Lucas’ shirts content in the smell of it snuggling with their cat when Lucas comes in in sport shorts looking too handsome for her liking. He lies next to her kissing each of her stiches spots before he kisses her soundly on the mouth

“Princess you have to take the meds” Riley just shakes her head and huffs

“I’m too tired, you take it for me. I just want to sleep” Lucas rolls his eyes fondly

“Ri the medicine makes you sleepy so it shouldn’t be a problem.” Riley hums in response but takes it

“I’m sorry about Maya Cowboy…” Riley yawns as she snuggles into his chest and inhales deeply

“Riley you have nothing to be sorry for” Riley shrugs lightly

“Yeah, but I know you got mad. And I know you don’t like getting mad and I was the cause of it. So I’m sorry.”

“Princess, I was mad because she was hurting you. You did nothing wrong.” Riley sighs sleep filling her voice

“Then why does it feel like I did something wrong?”

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ireviewuread · 3 years

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Slurping Good! Singapore’s First Instant Noodle Themed Experience Playground

Slurping Good! First Instant-Noodle Themed Experience Playground in Singapore

Ever wanted to go a world filled with nothing but your love for instant noodles? Now, you can at this Noodle-ly creation at Rochor, Singapore.

Brought to you by the same people who made Artbox the success it was, they bring to you Slurping Good! where instant noodle lovers come to play.

Chances are you’ve probably at least had instant noodles at least once in your life, but I’m sure you’ve never experienced an Instant Noodle-themed Experience Playground in Singapore.

Located at Tekka Place right beside Eatbox Singapore, Slurping Good! is a noodle-themed experience playground where you can capture Instagram-worthy photos while appreciating the art of instant noodles.

For a paltry sum of $21, you get to experience 13 interactive noodle-ly exhibits that range over 2 levels. This adventure comes with a complimentary tote bag that is filled with plenty of goodies for you to enjoy as well.

You Start Off as A Noodle

Upon entering the surreal settings, you instantly ‘turn’ into a piece of noodle.

You read that right! You are the noodle on your instant noodles journey here.

Noodle Drapes

Walking in, you’ll be greeted with your noodle-ly relatives hanging from the ceilings. Like your relatives in the human world, these ‘blood-related beings’ comes in all shapes and sizes.

Aside from the larger cutouts, you’ll notice these seemingly ‘real’ instant noodles hanging around. I hate to be the bearer of bad news so here are some good news - those instant noodles are real.

Coated in a layer of resin, these circular instant noodles are taken from their packages and hung from the ceilings, so that they could hang out with you. Ain’t that wonderful?

After you’ve gathered enough family portraits, go on the quest to find your #OneTruePairing for everyone needs someone. Or in our case, some toppings.

Egg-hibit

For me one of my favourite toppings to have in instant noodles is eggs. From hard boiled eggs to scrambled eggs, I am a slave for eggs. In this egg-hibit, you not only get to take a memorable selfie in front of the fried eggs wall, but you get to vote for your favourite egg-y cooking method as well.

Drop your vote where it counts! Make Instant Noodles great again!

Oh Crab!

Under the sea in this next toppings zone is where you get to balance out your crabstick with some seafood puns. Snap a photo with this crabstick seat while you read the cute and punny posters on the wall.

Coriander Tic-Tac-Toe

When it comes to coriander there are only two kinds of people in the world:

Those that thinks coriander is just a garnish and should not be eaten.

Those that goes to coriander hotpot buffets.

That’s why this installation was born. This installation allows both coriander lovers and haters to settle their difference with a game of tic-tac-toe.

And hopefully, we can all come to an agreement that coriander hotpot buffets should not exist.

InstaHam

Spice up your Instagram page with this can of InstaHam. This large can of spam can not only turn your frown upside down but it does not increase your pounds as well.

Say Cheese!

Say cheese in this cheesy exhibit. There are 2 sizes of cheese for you to pop your head out from - the larger one for the adults and the smaller one for the children.

As a millennial, I can’t live without cheese, as the years go by we see more and more flavours capture our tastebuds. But I’m sure we can all agree that as long as you’re not lactose intolerant, cheese is one of the best pairings you can have with instant noodles.

What’s Cooking

Once you’re done picking out your choice of toppings, head-on by to the What's Cooking Swing where you get to experience how it feels like to be that sweet, sweet noodle stirring around in the pot.

Chu Qian Yi Ding Slider!

With the stirring out of the way, it's time to show yourself to the world. Head down the ramen slide and voila, you’re now a cooked noodle.

Similar to the cheese installations, there’s child- and adult-sized noodle slides.

Nissin Cup Noodles

Do you know the world’s first instant noodle was invented by Momofuku Ando, founder of Nissin Foods?

In 1958, Momofuku produced the first instant ramen, Chicken Ramen, after he was inspired by the ramen stalls around Osaka. In 1971, the first cup-type instant noodles, Nissin Cup Noodles, was born.

This interactive space features a 1.7m tall cup noodles, various photo zones and an area where you can create your own dream cup noodles.

Although chicken ramen may be the first instant noodles flavour, it may not be the little red dot’s favourite cup noodles.

Take a guess on the nation’s favourite flavour of Nissin cup noodles. Let me give you a hint, it’s related to the Land of Smiles.

Noodle Wall & Noodle Lab

The experience of being an instant noodle ends as you ascend the steps to the noodle lab and noodle wall. Time to be the human that is so obsessed with instant noodles again!

Red-carpet Merchandise store

You wouldn’t want to go back home empty-handed, so head on over to their merchandise store, where there are more photo-zones for you to snap while you shop.

From earrings to phone cases, aesthetic instant noodles merchandises flood the shop. Amongst these official merchandise, there are also various food-related items from our local brands.

Tip: You might want to look into your tote bag for a Slurping Good! retail voucher.

Soul Good Noodle Bar

Once the playing and fun are out of the way, you’re bound to be parched and hungry. Grab your DIY noodle order and head next door to Eatbox where Soul Good Noodle Bar stood.

There, you get to submit your order and get 2 free toppings.

Tip: You might want to look into your tote bag again for an F&B voucher.

Win Lazada Vouchers & Nissin Instant Noodles

If you’ve taken my tips and opened your tote bag, you would also notice some coin-like tokens in it. Those tokens are for the Lazada and Nissin claw machines located at Marketplace.

Try your chance with the Lazada crane machine and be rewarded with up to $50 Lazada vouchers. Or if that’s not your vibe, try your hand at the Slurping Good! X Nissin crane machine to win some instant noodles.

Tip: To locate Marketplace, go to level one and face the direction away from the MRT. Walk across the zebra crossing and safe entry into the building. Head downstairs and you’ll be able to see the machines.

The Arcade at Marketplace

After you’ve run out of chances at the claw machines, head over to the Lazada photo booth to snap more selfies. If not, roam around and take a chance at these claw games, retro games and even arcade games in the basement.

Psst. Some of the machines in the basements are Boshi Boshi, Dance Dance Revolution and even themed pinball machines.

Spice Up Your Rochor Experience

‘Play’ and ‘shop’ at the same time at The Rochor Experience.

The Rochor Experiences comprises of:

Slurping Good! - An Instant Noodle-Themed Experience Playground

EatBox - A creative food hall

Marketplace - A basement content space with pop-up retail concept

Slurping Good!

Opening hours: 10am - 10pm

From 25 Sep 2021 to 30 Jan 2022

Location: Tekka Place, Annex Building #01-51 to 54 2 Serangoon Road Singapore 218227

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A few things to note:

Visitors are given a maximum of 45 minutes at the experience playground.

Visitors required to remain masked at all times

No pre-event testing is required

#slurping good #instant noodles #instant noodle playground #ramen

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