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don't call me 'baby'
PART 7 | SERIES
Pairing: Steve Harrington/fem!reader
Warnings: Sugardaddy!Steve, SMUT (18+), angst, phone sex, daddy kink, ddlg dynamics, dom/sub dynamics, dirty talk, mutual masturbation, webcam sex, swearing, alcohol use, smoking, age gap, no use of y/n
Wordcount: 6.5k
A sugar daddy modern AU, a whirlwind summer romance in Italy, and two people from completely different walks of life, somehow finding each other in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. But, what will happen when summer ends?
PART 7 | is it cool that I said all that?
Soon enough, June gave way to July, the mid-summer heat setting in across the city like a fog. The city became busier, too, thanks to the peak tourism season and school being closed for the summer. For once, you barely noticed - you didn’t have to worry about the influx of customers, the more crowded buses and metro cars with packed, sweaty bodies that you had come to dread. Now, you were happy to shell out the money for a taxi, or to call Steve’s car service, even when he wasn’t with you. You had felt strange about it at first, but he insisted upon it. And, of course, you had started spending most nights with Steve - still getting picked up from your apartment, going out to fancy dinners and bars, and then going home with him. You had started spending the night more often, too.
On mornings that Steve had work, he’d leave quietly, rarely even causing you to stir. He’d usually send a text, or on occasion leaving a note; something along the lines of stay as long as you’d like, I’ll see you soon. On occasion, he’d stay at your place, too. You were embarrassed by your tiny, cluttered apartment, thinking of his pristine penthouse. But, he never said anything. Sometimes, you’d find yourself stumbling up the stairs and into your bed, challenging yourselves to be quiet with the knowledge of Robin asleep on the other side of the wall.
It was a nice routine - in the time you had been living in Rome, you had been spending most of your summers working as many hours as possible to save for the upcoming semester of university, spreading your money as thinly as possible during the school year when you had to inevitably cut back on hours. But now, it was different - you were letting yourself actually enjoy the city. You would take yourself out for breakfast, sipping coffee leisurely in a cafe while the city woke up. You would go for walks, stopping in shops along the way. Normally, you’d take one look at the prices of anything and walk out empty-handed. But now, you decided to treat yourself. If you saw something you liked - clothes, books, trinkets, jewelry, fresh food from the market - you let yourself buy it, not feeling guilt anymore when you brandished Steve’s credit card. Even in casual clothes, you found yourself dressing nicer in your daily life, the way you had always wanted, but just couldn’t afford to. You treated yourself to the hair salon, manicure appointments, and even splurged on the extra spa options every now and then. It was all new, still.
“You going somewhere?” Robin had asked one morning over her cereal, eyeing you as you were pouring yourself coffee, already fully dressed for the day.
“Just the market - do you need anything?”
“Uh, no. It’s just - you look nice. That’s all,” she remarked, smiling a bit.
“Oh - uh, thanks.”
You had started to notice it, too - your face had grown a little fuller, your skin brighter, the dark circles under your eyes a thing of the past. At one point, when you walked past a mirror, you stopped in your tracks - you were glowing. You never knew what people had meant when they said that, before - but now you understood.
Then, of course, there was Steve. You were seeing him even more frequently, five or six nights a week. Sometimes, he’d even meet you for lunch, on the rare occasion that he actually took his lunch break. It was over one of these lunch dates that he broke the news - you were sitting at a cafe close to the city center, only a few blocks from his office. You sipped your coffee, eyeing the menu as he cleared his throat.
“So, um - I have to go away this week. Business trip,” he said.
You looked up at him, a wave of disappointment washing over you. You tried to shake it - it was stupid, why did it matter? You just did your best to keep your face neutral.
“Oh, really?” you asked.
He nodded, sitting up a bit straighter in his chair.
“I only found out this morning - Barcelona, just for a bit. Five days, I think. Six, if you include travel, I guess.”
You nodded, pressing your lips together.
“Yeah, I mean - do what you’ve got to do. At least it’s not too far, right?”
“Not at all - five, six hour flight, I think.”
“Well - that should be fun. I went to Barcelona over winter break with some friends my second year - I mean, we stayed in a hostel and basically just fucked around in the city, but it was nice.”
Steve chuckled, picking up his coffee cup.
“Yeah, well, I’ll probably spend most of it holed up in a conference room or hotel. Besides, I don’t speak a lick of Spanish.”
You shrugged. “To be fair, you barely speak Italian and have been living here for, what, six months?”
“Yeah, okay, fair enough,” Steve said, holding his hands up in surrender as he rolled his eyes. “To be fair, a lot of people speak English. Still, pretty sad to live in Italy for the better part of the year and not know any of the language, right?”
He was smiling, shaking his head incredulously, but avoiding your gaze. It probably meant nothing, just him making a joke, but you couldn’t help but read a bit into it. There was something in his tone, something wistful, a bit self-deprecating.
“I could teach you,” you said softly.
“Yeah?” he asks, looking up at you.
“I mean, I don’t think you’d be fluent, I’m not a teacher or anything, but… some words, phrases, basics, things like that. If you want.”
He smiled, a bit more softly this time.
“Yeah - that’d be nice.”
You both just stared at each other, exchanging smiles, the moment lingering. It was interrupted when your waitress returned, asking for your order. You glanced over at Steve.
“Okay - I guess the lesson one will be ordering in a restaurant, yeah?”
******
You stayed over at Steve’s the night before he left. Despite doing his best to move quietly around the room, you found yourself waking up to the sound of him zipping his suitcase, his silhouette barely visible in the dim, early-morning light.
“Mm,” you groaned, rubbing your eyes.
He froze, turning to you.
“Hey,” he whispered, “Sorry, baby - go back to sleep.”
“Are y’leaving?” you asked groggily.
“Yeah,” he said softly. “I’m afraid I have to. But, I’ll be back on Saturday, yeah?”
“Hm, yeah,” you said, turning over under the sheets. You let your breathing slow, shutting your eyes as you heard Steve move about the room, grabbing some last-minute things. He whispered your name through the darkness, so softly that even awake, you barely heard it. But, sleep was pulling you back into its clutches, and you didn’t say anything, too disoriented to reply. In hindsight, he probably thought that you had fallen completely back to sleep. You heard him take a few steps until he was right next to you, crouching down to your level. He reached out slowly, placing his hand on the side of your head, gently rubbing his thumb along your temple.
“You know - I’m really gonna miss you,” he whispered. “I know I probably shouldn’t, but -��
He stopped, taking a deep breath. Then, you felt the warmth of his lips pressing to your temple, then he pulled away, footsteps carrying him towards the doorway.
“Did you say something?” you grumbled into the pillow.
His footsteps stopped. Then, from the doorway, you heard, “Oh, uh, no - just, go to sleep. You can let yourself out - I’ll see you Saturday.”
Then he was gone.
*****
You went almost 12 hours before you texted Steve. You weren’t entirely sure what the protocol with this was - should you reach out to him? Should you ask how his flight was, or how things were going? It felt strange, though, doing something a girlfriend would do. But, it felt just as strange to not talk to him.
You stared at your phone for a few moments, tapping your fingers nervously on the kitchen table. You stared at your text conversation, typing and erasing a few times. This was stupid - you should be able to just text him -
hey
It sent before you could think about it anymore. You groaned, letting your head fall forward on the table.
“What did you do now?” Robin’s voice asked from the kitchen doorway.
“Why do you assume I did something?”
“Well, did you?”
You rolled your head to the side to look up at her, sighing.
“I’m the lamest mistress in the world.”
Robin visibly gagged.
“Okay, first of all - never say ‘mistress’ again. Also, that’s not technically what you are -”
“Robs, I love you, but I don’t need -”
“What’s going on?” she asked, more sincere now. She slid into the chair across from you, the old rickety wood creaking under her.
You just flashed your phone at her, defeated. She studied it for a moment before leaning back in her chair, arms crossed.
“Yep. You’re lame.”
You groaned again, slamming your forehead on the table again.
“What do I do?”
“Well, why the fuck are you texting him, anyways?” she asked.
“What do you mean?”
“It’s just - isn’t he away? For like, a week?”
You straightened up, furrowing your brow.
“Well, yeah.”
“So - why are you texting him? Like, are you trying to sext him or something?”
“What? God, no -”
“Then - huh?”
The look on Robin’s face said it all - somehow, not sexting him was infinitely weirder. Before either of you could say anything, your phone sounds off with a ding.
Steve: Hi!
You stared down at it, realizing one thing - somehow, Steve was infinitely lamer than you’d ever be. As you continued to stare at his message, plotting how to even reply, you were pulled out by Robin saying your name. You glanced up at her - had she said something?
“Hm?”
“I asked why’re you smiling? Is it him?”
You hadn’t even realized you were smiling. Suddenly feeling like a silly schoolgirl, you shook your head.
“Uh, no -”
Robin rolled her eyes.
“Oh god.”
*******
For that entire first day, you found yourself constantly texting Steve. Before, it had just been making plans, occasionally saying goodnight, letting him know you got home safe. But this was… different.
how was your flight?
It was okay, no complaints. Just tired. Did you get home okay?
yep thanks for letting me stay over
Never a problem - sorry I woke you up this morning.
…
…
…
oh you didn’t
at least, i don’t remember that
A lie.
Oh, good.
It was easy, after that. He sent you pictures of the city as he drove through, as well as his hotel room.
ooooh, fancy
It should be, considering I’ll be spending most of my time here.
you’re not exploring the city at all? let yourself have some fun, old man
Ha. Wish I could - I’ll be at a conference or in meetings most of the week. Maybe we’ll go out for some corporate dinners, though.
sorry, i was falling asleep just reading about it 😴
Oh, shut up.
you gonna make me?
He didn’t reply for a few minutes. You saw him start to type a few times, stop, and start again. Finally:
You’re going to pay for that later, you know.
i’m counting on it 😉
You didn’t hear much from Steve after that - it was silly to think you should, considering he had work to do. You went about the rest of your day pushing him from your mind - heading down to the market, cooking dinner for yourself and Robin, ending the night watching a terrible horror movie that you laughed your way through. It was pretty late, after you had been lying in your bed scrolling on your phone mindlessly for a while, that you heard from Steve again. But, he didn’t text - he was calling you.
The moment his name popped up on the screen, you sat up a bit straighter, letting your finger hover over the accept button. You weren’t sure why it was such a big deal that he was calling you - but, when you pressed accept, you felt your stomach flip, your heart rate speeding up a bit as you pressed the phone to your ear.
After a deep breath, you managed, “Hello?”
“Hey there,” Steve’s voice replied. “I didn’t wake you up, did I?”
“Oh, no,” you assured him, shifting to fully sit up. “I was awake.”
“Okay, good - I wasn’t sure, I know it’s late.”
You pulled your phone away for a second to glance at the screen - 11:47pm.
“Yeah, I guess,” you said.
“What are you doing?” he asked, something rustling on the other end.
“Just - well, nothing, really. I was just in bed, scrolling on my phone, normal stuff.”
“Normal stuff?”
“Yeah - you know, the rest of us are on social media, letting our brains turn to mush. It’s fun, you should try it,” you said sarcastically.
That earned a chuckle from him on the other end.
“Sounds great, but I’ll probably pass.”
“What’s your phone for, then?”
“Work. And contacting people, like you. Well, not like you, but - you know what I mean. Maybe taking a picture every now and then. What else would I need it for?”
You rolled your eyes. “What are you, 80?”
“Honestly? Feels like it sometimes.”
You laughed, settling further into your pillows.
“So, how’s Barcelona?”
He sighed. “Fine. I mean, I landed, checked into my hotel, and went straight to the conference. It’s the same shit as always - presentations, schmoozing people from other companies, meeting with industry big-wigs. But, at least there was a cocktail hour at the end.”
“Wait, are you drunk-calling me?”
“What? No! I only had a couple. It’s not - it doesn’t matter.”
You rolled your eyes. You could picture him, flustered and slightly indignant at the mere accusation.
“So, where are you now?” you asked.
“Back at my hotel. I - I just wanted to talk to you. Is that okay?”
“Of course it’s okay - It’s nice, actually.”
A moment of silence hung between you, and you immediately kicked yourself for even saying it.
“I’m sorry, that was - I just meant that it’s - well, you’re -”
“What’re you wearing?” he asked, the words tumbling out. You paused, your ramblings dying on your tongue.
“Huh?”
“I - I asked, what are you wearing?”
You looked down, brow furrowed. “Uh, like, an old college t-shirt, some shorts, just what I usually - wait, oh my god… are you trying to, like, have phone sex right now?”
“Well - it’s not - yes. Yes, I am. That’s how it’s supposed to start, right?”
You giggled, falling back on your bed. You probably shouldn’t be laughing, but you couldn’t help it - somehow, Steve was both the most suave and awkward person you’ve ever met, often at the same time.
“What’s so funny?” he asked, voice tinged with worry.
“It’s just - you’ve never done this before?”
“Is it that obvious?” he asked sheepishly.
“Well, yeah, kinda. But, don’t worry about it, you’re doing great.”
“Do you want me to stop? We don’t have to, I just thought you wanted -”
“No! I mean, when you said you’re going to pay for that later, I thought you meant when you got home. But… if you’re offering -”
A pause. Then, “Yes,” he whispered. “I’m offering.”
You laid back a bit more, biting your lip.
“Well, let me get a bit more comfortable, Harrington.”
You reached down to the hem of your t-shirt, lifting it over your head with ease. Bare-chested, you hissed as the cool air hit your breasts, making yourself comfortable on your back again. Placing the phone on the pillow next to you, you put Steve on speaker.
“What did you just do?” Steve asked on the other end.
“Just took my shirt off, hope you don’t mind.”
You heard his breath hitch. “What kind of bra do you have on?” he asked quietly.
“Wasn’t wearing one,” you replied.
“Fuck.”
“Mm,” you said, taking one of your breasts in your hand. You began massaging it, rolling your nipple between your fingers until it hardened, before moving to the next one.
“They feel so nice in my hand,” you said breathily. “So soft, god, but not as nice as when you do it?”
“Yeah?” Steve asked, voice hoarse. “God, I miss your tits.”
“Mm,” you said, leaning into your own touch. “And they miss you. They miss your mouth on them, you know that? Now I’ve just got them all to myself -”
“Jesus Christ,” Steve murmured.
You let your hand snake down, toying with the hem of your shorts. Then, slowly, you slide them off, shimmying them down your legs and kicking them off.
“Sorry, my shorts were in the way - had to take them off,” you confessed.
“Yeah? You still got anything on, baby?”
“Just my panties - but, god, they’re soaked,” you said, fingers ghosting over the lacy fabric.
“Yeah, I bet,” Steve said, voice a bit rougher. “My voice gets you off that much, huh?”
“Mmm hm,” you said dreamily. “But, there’s a problem.”
“And what’s that?”
“If I had to guess… you’ve still got all your clothes on, don’t you?”
“Yeah,” he said.
“Well, I’m not touching myself until your cock is out.”
And with that, you heard rustling on the other end of the phone, and the distinct sound of a belt hitting the floor, followed by fabric. God, he wasn’t even dressed for bed, yet.
“There you go,” you whispered. “That’s more like it. Are you hard yet?”
“Yes, Jesus, I’ve been half-hard ever since you picked up the phone.”
“Good,” you said.
“But - I’m not doing another thing until you start touchin’ yourself,�� he said firmly. “Can you do that for me?”
“Anything you want, daddy.”
You heard him groan, and you smirked to yourself. You let your hand wander over your clothed cunt, finally allowing your fingers to slip under the waistband. You ran your fingers up and down your slit, soaking them in the wetness there. When you finally came in contact with your clit, you gasped.
“What are you doing?” Steve asked, voice gruff.
“I’m so wet,” you breathed. “My fingers are coated - I - I’m rubbing my clit. Nice and slow.”
“Good girl,” Steve whispered. “Does it feel good?”
“So good,” you admitted.
“Does it feel as good as when I do it?”
“No,” you said. “But still - god, it feels so nice.”
“Do you touch yourself a lot?” he asked. “When I’m not around? Tell me the truth, baby.”
“Yes,” you breathed. “I do.”
“Do you think of me?”
“Mm hm, I think about you when I make myself cum, all alone.”
He sighed on the other end. “Yeah, I bet you do. Because you’re fuckin’ mine.”
“I’m yours,” you echoed, picking up speed on your clit. You gasped.
“Do you ever use toys to get yourself off?” he asked.
“I - ah! Fuck - yeah, I do. I have a - shit - a vibrator.”
A pause on the other end. Then, “Take it out, baby. I want you to use it.”
Even though you knew he couldn’t see you, you nodded, reaching towards your nightstand and shuffling through the drawer until you found it, a little purple thing that had been getting less use lately than usual.
“I have it,” you said, settling back down. “But… I’ll only start using it if you start touching yourself, now.”
He groaned. “Fine, I will.”
You heard him hiss, then his breathing start to quicken.
“I’m stroking my cock, baby - god, I’m so fuckin’ hard right now - just thinking about your pretty pussy, how good it feels around me.”
You sighed, turning on the vibrator in response. Upon hearing the sound, Steve groaned. You pressed it to your clit, crying out the moment it made contact. Your back arched, your hips bucking into it.
“Oh, god - this feels so good,” you said.
“Are you using it?”
“Yeah, right on my clit - it’s so good, it’s too much -”
“Yes, play with that pussy, baby,” he said, voice strained. “I want you to fuck yourself on your fingers, can you do that for me?”
“‘Course I can,” you whispered. “After your cock, I can fit anything inside me.”
He let out a guttural groan. In response, you took your free hand that had returned to massaging your breasts and brought it downwards, coating it in your slick before letting a finger slip inside you. After a few moments, you added a second finger, stretching and pumping as you circled your clit with the vibe.
“Mm, that feels good. I miss having you inside me, though,” you confessed.
“Fuck - yeah? You do?”
“Mm. Nothing makes me feel as good as your cock, sir.”
“Damn right,” he said. “I’m just picturin’ you, all spread out, touching yourself - are you close?”
“Yes,” you admitted, hips bucking to your own touch. You added a third finger, curling them inside of yourself, finding that one spot that made you see stars.
“Are you close?” you asked.
“Yeah, fuck, I am - you should see this, sitting here, cock in my hand - wishing it was your pussy, or you mouth. It’s like your pussy was made for me, I wish I was buried inside you right now -”
You felt your abdomen tighten, your heart rate quickening. You moaned, fucking yourself on your fingers faster.
“Shit, Steve, I - I’m close, I’m gonna cum -”
“Cum, baby, please,” he begged. “And say my name when you do it - I wanna hear you -”
“Yes, daddy,” you sighed, “I’ll cum for you, I’ll scream your name as loud as you want -”
“Good girl,” he grunted, his breathing labored.
You pictured it, Steve jerking himself off to the sound of your voice, the very thought of you getting him off. You gasped and moaned as you touched yourself, your walls starting to clench around your fingers. You thought of Steve - his hands on you, his voice in your ears, his cock inside you, filling you to the brim. You could feel it, your soft walls wrapped around him, him pounding into you, your fingernails digging into his shoulder blades as you both came -
Before you knew it, you were coming, your peak hitting you suddenly. You screamed, head thrown back as your cunt squeezed and pulsed around your fingers.
“Steve! Fuck, oh my god, I’m cumming -”
“Shit - me too, princess. Oh -” he growled your name as he came and you convulsed and moaned as you thought about it, him spilling into his hand, your name on his lips.
You rode out your orgasm, brow sweating and breathing heavy as you came down from your high. You dropped the vibrator, the stimulation becoming too much. You just heard Steve’s labored breathing on the other end of the phone, both of you needing a moment to gather yourself. Eventually, you withdrew your fingers from yourself, grimacing. Your hand was soaked, coated in the evidence of your orgasm.
“Christ,” Steve breathed after a while, finally breaking the silence. “Baby, that was so fucking hot.”
“Yeah?” you asked. “What would you rate it?”
“Five out of five stars,” he joked. “Definitely would do it again.”
You laughed, slapping your palm to your forehead as you stared up at the ceiling. You had a stupid smile on your face, you could feel it. But, you didn’t really care - he wasn’t even here to see you.
“Same,” you said. “So, turns out you are good at phone sex.”
This earned a laugh from Steve on the other end, much to your satisfaction.
“Oh, yeah - but, I’m only going to get better with practice. Couldn’t hurt, right?”
You felt your face heat. You bit your lip, nodding.
“Yeah,” you whispered. “Practice makes perfect.”
“Good,” he said. “Because whenever I'm away, I'm planning on doing this a lot."
That time, you let yourself giggle into the phone, practically giddy. And, you tried to ignore the small part of you, deep down, that ached.
******
The next day, you hardly heard from Steve, aside from the odd text exchange here and there. That was fine enough with you - Robin got it in her head to go out again, and you opted to go along. You finally met Vickie, who met you at the bar - she seemed lovely, and exactly Robin’s type. You had been spending so much time with Steve, that you had forgotten what it had felt like to be a normal 20-year-old. So, when you stumbled in the door at 3am and collapsed in your bed, you had hardly thought about Steve at all. That was, at least, until the following day. When you woke up, it was nearly noon, a headache already forming as you blinked groggily in the morning light. You reached for your phone, squinting as the newest message from Steve flashed across the screen:
Good morning :)
morning
After a few minutes, a response:
Did you just wake up?
yeah
Robin and I went out last night
i’m kinda hungover
Should you have told him that? Or, was he going to judge you, reprimand you, ask where you went? Then again, did he have any right to?
That sounds fun. Well, not the hangover, but going out. I hope you had a good time :)
Seemed legitimate enough - over text, you learned, Steve really only knows how to be genuine.
it was, i’m regretting it now tho
Well, take it easy. I’m heading out now, I’ll probably be busy most of the day.
What were you even supposed to say to that? Have fun? Of course he wouldn’t, it was a 12-hour workday. Did he even want you to say anything to that?
ok ☺️
It wasn’t until quite late that night that you heard from him again. You were getting ready for bed, brushing your teeth when his name popped up on your screen - but now, he was FaceTiming you. Part of you wondered if it was an accident, if he meant to just do a voice call instead, or perhaps not call you at all. Still, you quickly spit out your toothpaste and fumbled with the phone to answer. Steve’s face popped up, looking expectant. It had only been a few days since you actually saw him, and you felt your heart tighten anyway.
“Hey,” you said, trying to mask your surprise as you made your way back towards your bedroom. “What’s going on?”
Something faltered in his face, only for a split second - for all you knew, it was a connection glitch.
“Oh, nothing - sorry, should I not have called?”
“No! No, it’s fine, I just - didn’t take you for the FaceTiming type.”
“I’m thirty, not eighty.”
You rolled your eyes, plopping down onto your bed and settling until you were sitting up cross-legged.
“Allegedly, you old man. How was your day?”
He sighed deeply, in a way that you almost wished you hadn’t asked.
“Fine, I guess. Long. We’re really close to closing a major deal, but… it’s just -” he sighed again, rubbing his hand across his face. “Well, I won’t bore you with the details. But it’s taking longer than expected, and we’re really hitting some roadblocks.”
“I’m sorry,” you replied, frowning a bit. He looked tired, and stressed. All you wanted was to reach through the screen and kiss it better.
“It’s alright, I’m not expecting you to say anything - I don’t even know why I’m even telling you, I just -”
“-wanted to vent,” you finished. “Yeah, I get it. You can talk about these things with me, you know.”
He smiled wearily. “Thank you. Really.”
A moment of silence passed, before he spoke again.
“So - was your day at least good?”
You shrugged. “Yeah, it was fine. Nothing too exciting. Just did a lot of cleaning around the apartment, to be honest. Cooked dinner, had a night in. You know, nothing crazy.”
“Are you feeling better?” he asked.
“Oh, yeah - nothing hydration and Advil couldn’t fix. It wasn’t too bad.”
You squinted at the screen for a moment, and realized he was sitting at a desk.
“Are you - are you FaceTiming me from your laptop?”
“Uh, yeah - why?”
You just giggled. “Nothing, it’s just… of course you are.”
He rolled his eyes, visibly fighting a smile. “I was doing work, and… I don’t know. I guess I just really wanted to see your face.”
You felt something warm in your chest, spreading through you until your ears tingled and face heated. You did your best to ignore it, just smiling back at him.
“It’s nice to see you, too,” you admitted. You felt a yawn coming on, but did your best to stifle it. Still, Steve apparently noticed, as his face set into a frown.
“Are you tired? I can go, if you want.”
“No, it’s okay! Seriously. If I hang up, I’ll just be on my phone for the next two hours, anyways.”
“As long as you’re sure -”
“I am.”
He nodded. “Okay. And I didn’t - I don’t want you to think I called for the same reason I did the other night, by the way. At least, not if you don’t want that.”
You felt your face flush at the memory.
“Then, why did you call? Just to see me?”
“Well, yes. And… this is going to sound stupid.”
“Try me,” you whispered, settling further into bed by the minute.
“I just - I haven’t been sleeping that well, since I’ve been here. I’m not sure why. Maybe it’s just being in a hotel, but I usually get used to that after a night or so. But… maybe it’s just because I haven’t been sleeping alone much lately.”
Oh.
“Do you want me to stay on with you?” you asked softly.
He nodded, glancing down to avoid your gaze.
“Okay.”
So you did. You both just started talking, about your days, the book Steve was reading, the TV show you were binge-watching. What you did around the house that day, a quick tour of your (now cleaner) bedroom, which led to him asking about the photos pinned you your wall, and the tchotchkes on your bookshelf. You got the “grand” tour of his hotel room, which he evidently had been spending very little time in. Slowly, you began to carry more of the conversation, his responses coming slower, becoming shorter. You were both in your beds, lying sideways - he had set the computer on his lap, now barely visible through the dim light.
After who knows how long, you realized you had been talking and hardly heard a response from Steve. You paused, only hearing his slow, deep breathing. He was asleep, finally. Your initial response was relief - he needed to be up early, and if this is what it took for him to finally fall asleep, that was enough for you. But, another small part of you was indescribably sad. Sad for the man on the other end of the call, who was still a boy in so many ways, who couldn’t spend his nights alone, but probably often did…until recently.
“Goodnight, Steve,” you whispered. He, of course, didn’t hear. Maybe that was for the best.
When you hung up, it didn’t take you long to fall asleep. Your last thought before you drifted off was of Steve, and the way he had said I just really wanted to see your face.
*******
For the rest of Steve’s trip, you two fell into a routine - he’d call you late at night. You’d chat about your respective days, just catch up. Sometimes, he’d vent about his frustrations with work; other times, he’d just keep asking about you. It was the night before he came back that it came up.
“You’ll probably be relieved to come home tomorrow,” you said.
“Definitely,” he admitted. He was ready for bed, only wearing a white t-shirt from what you could see on-camera, back pressed against the headboard of his bed. He sighed, eyes fluttering shut. “I really need a break, even if it’s just for the weekend.”
“Yeah,” you said. “We don’t have to do something on Saturday, by the way. In case you’re tired from traveling.”
“No! I mean, I want to see you. My flight gets in around 9am, so maybe we can do dinner?”
“Yeah, sounds great,” you replied, fighting the encroaching excitement at the thought of being with him again. “Just let me know.”
Steve raised an eyebrow, after a moment. “Wait, it’s Friday night - why are you at home?”
There’s an unspoken question in there: you didn’t stay home just for me, right?
You shrugged. “Robin’s out with Vickie, and - I don’t know, I thought about going out, doing something, but I just didn’t really feel like it.”
“Oh, okay - just making sure. Because, you’re twenty - if you want to do something fun over the weekend, it’s okay -”
“Almost twenty-one,” you joked, not even thinking as you said it. He paused, eyebrows raised.
“Almost? Is your birthday soon?”
You looked up, shrugging. “Oh, yeah - it’s next week, on the 18th.”
“Do you have something planned for it?” he asked.
You shook your head. “No, not really. Maybe Robin and I will go out to dinner with some friends, or something. I don’t know, I’ve never been big on my birthday.”
He paused for a moment, and you were suddenly afraid that he’d ask why. But, he didn’t. Instead, he just said, “Well, your 21st birthday is kind of a big deal.”
“I mean, in the States, yes. But, I can already go out to a bar here, so the novelty’s kind of worn off. Just means I’m another year older, really.”
“But, still… it’s worth celebrating, right?”
You shrugged, maintaining an air of nonchalance.
“Sure, I guess.”
It went silent for a moment, Steve evidently starting to open a new tab and start typing on his computer.
“What are you doing?” you asked.
“Nothing, just… thinking.”
You just shrugged, choosing to not even worry about it. Knowing him, he was probably responding to work emails, despite it being nearly midnight.
“You don’t want to do too much of that, you know,” you said sarcastically.
Steve scoffed, tearing his eyes from the screen back to you.
“You know, I’ve been keeping a list of all these clever quips you’ve been throwing my way,” he said.
“Oh yeah? What are you going to do with that?”
He smiled then, a mischievous glint in his eye.
“Make sure I find ways to shut you up, once I get back.”
You nearly choked on nothing, ears roaring as the blood rushed to your head. Steve must’ve noticed how caught off-guard you were, the way your mouth hung open, eyes wide. He smirked, clearly self-satisfied. That alone helped you regain your footing. In a measured voice, you replied:
“I hope that’s a promise, sir.”
His eyes darkened a bit, and he smiled.
“Take your clothes off. Right now.”
Who were you to say no to that?
******
When you woke up the next morning, strangely, there wasn’t a text from Steve. You frowned at your phone, blinking groggily. It was Saturday, and nearly noon - after spreading yourself on camera for Steve, both of you coming together with each other’s names on your lips, you had fallen into a deep, blissful sleep. Despite your lie-in, Steve should’ve touched down back in Rome by now. You had figured, at the very least, that he would’ve sent you a text with instructions for tonight.
You groaned, pressing the heels of your hands into your eyes, before slowly rolling out of bed. As you padded down the hallway, you heard movement in the kitchen. Robin must’ve already been awake. You prayed that she had already made coffee - if she hadn’t eaten yet, maybe you two would order something, or go out.
“Hey, Robs?” you called, stifling a yawn. “Is there coffee on? Because if not -”
You stopped in your tracks. Because, standing in your kitchen with Robin, was Steve. He was dressed casually, just in jeans and a black t-shirt, leaning against the counter with one hand shoved in his pocket, the other grasping a mug. He straightened up when he saw you, smiling.
“Oh - hey,” you said stiffly, trying to figure out if you were still dreaming or not.
“Morning, sleepyhead,” Robin said brightly. She immediately handed you a mug of coffee, knowing you well enough that she didn’t even have to ask. You accepted it, eyes darting back and forth between her and Steve.
“I - what are you doing here?” you asked. Realizing you sounded accusatory, you added, “It’s just - I hadn’t heard anything, I didn’t realize you were coming over -”
“Oh, this is a surprise,” he assured, smiling. Even after a week of not seeing him in-person, you felt your heart quicken at the sight of him - how boyishly handsome he was, how he stared at you like you were the only thing in the room.
“A surprise?” you echoed.
“Yeah,” Robin added. “See, Steve asked if he could come over - wait, how did you even get my number?”
Steve shrugged. “I’ve got my ways, Buckley.”
Robin just rolled her eyes. “Well, anyway - Steve came over because, well, he wanted to talk about some stuff. Well, ask me about - why don’t you tell her?” she asked, redirecting her attention to Steve.
“Right, yeah, okay.”
He locked eyes with you, grinning. “Pack your bags, we’re leaving today, for a week.”
“Leaving? For where?”
“That’s a surprise,” he said. “But, we’re taking a trip, just you and me. And, I came over to run it by Robin, and to assure her that I’m not planning on murdering you. Which, by the way, I would’ve done by now if I wanted to.”
Robin shrugged, taking a sip from her mug.
“Can’t ever be too careful.”
You shook your head.
“I - so, what’s going on? Why is this a surprise? And, don’t you have work?”
“I took the week off,” he assured. “In my seven years in this company, I’ve never taken a vacation. Not a personal day, anything. I’ve accrued a lot, and this is a pretty damn good reason to use it.”
You cocked an eyebrow, confused.
“What is?”
Steve’s eyes flitted up and down your form once, before settling his gaze back on yours, smiling warmly. You were still in your pajamas, and probably should’ve been embarrassed. But, with the way he was looking at you, you found it hard to be.
“This vacation, it’s my gift to you,” he said. “Happy birthday.”
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author's note: thanks for your patience, everyone. The next last few chapters are going to be longer, and have a lot more "plot" (aka fluff and angst). I also can't keep a taglist for this fic anymore - it's too long, which is a nice problem to have, but still a problem! To make sure you never miss an installment, make sure to turn on post notifications for the blog. Also keep an eye out for my new Steve series, coming soon. As always, thank you to Em - she knows why :)
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M O N A C O 🇲🇨
1. Monaco est le deuxième plus petit pays du monde, après la Cité du Vatican, et est connu pour son style de vie glamour, ses casinos de luxe et sa côte méditerranéenne pittoresque.
2. Le Casino de Monte Carlo, situé dans le quartier de Monte Carlo à Monaco, est l'un des établissements de jeux les plus emblématiques et prestigieux au monde, attirant de grands rouleaux, célébrités et royauté.
3. La famille Grimaldi de Monaco a dirigé la Principauté depuis plus de 700 ans, le Prince Albert II règne actuellement à la tête de l'État.
4. Le Grand Prix de Monaco, organisé chaque année sur le circuit de Monaco, est l'une des plus anciennes et prestigieuses courses de Formule 1 au monde, avec des rues étroites, des coins étroits et des vues à couper le souffle sur la mer Méditerranée.
5. Malgré sa petite taille, Monaco est l'un des pays les plus riches du monde, avec une économie forte motivée par le tourisme, la finance, l'immobilier et les biens de luxe.
6. La Principauté n'a pas d'impôt sur le revenu pour les résidents, ce qui en fait une destination populaire pour les particuliers et les célébrités qui cherchent des avantages fiscaux et un style de vie luxueux.
7. La vieille ville de Monaco, connue sous le nom de Monaco-Ville ou Le Rocher, est un charmant quartier médiéval perché sur un promontoire rocheux surplombant la Méditerranée, avec des bâtiments historiques, des rues étroites et des vues panoramiques.
8. Le Palais Prince de Monaco, situé à Monaco-Ville, est la résidence officielle de la famille Grimaldi au pouvoir et est ouvert au public pour des visites guidées de ses chambres, cours et jardins opulentes.
9. Le musée océanographique et l'aquarium de Monaco, fondé par le Prince Albert Ier en 1910, est un établissement de recherche marine de renommée mondiale et une attraction de visiteurs, présentant diverses expositions sur la vie marine et l'éducation.
10. Le Monaco Yacht Show, qui se tient chaque année à Port Hercules, est l'un des plus grands et prestigieux salons de yacht au monde, avec des superyachts luxueux, des voiliers et des technologies marines.
11. Le Grand Prix Historique de Monaco, une manifestation biennale organisée sur le même circuit que la course de Formule 1, met en valeur des voitures de course anciennes et attire des passionnés et des collectionneurs du monde entier.
12. Le Rallye Monte Carlo, l'un des plus anciens et les plus célèbres rassemblements au monde, a lieu chaque année à Monaco et sur la Côte d'Azur environnante, avec un terrain difficile et un paysage à couper le souffle.
13. Le Casino de Monte-Carlo, conçu par l'architecte renommé Charles Garnier, est un chef-d'œuvre de l'architecture Belle Époque et dispose d'intérieurs somptueux, de décorations ornées et de salles de jeux emblématiques.
14. La plage de Larvotto à Monaco, située dans le quartier de Larvotto, offre des rivages sableux immaculés, des eaux cristallines et des vues imprenables sur la Méditerranée, attirant les demandeurs de soleil, les nageurs et les plages toute l'année.
15. L'équipe nationale de football de Monaco, bien qu'elle ne soit pas membre de la FIFA ou de l'UEFA, dispute à l'échelle internationale des matchs amicaux et des tournois, représentant la Principauté
16. Le Gala annuel de la Croix-Rouge de Monaco, qui se tient au Monte Carlo Sporting Club, est l'un des événements caritatifs les plus prestigieux au monde, auquel participent la royauté, les célébrités et les philanthropes pour collecter des fonds pour des causes humanitaires.
17. Le Grand Prix Historique de Monaco, une manifestation biennale organisée sur le même circuit que la course de Formule 1, met en valeur des voitures de course anciennes et attire des passionnés et des collectionneurs du monde entier.
18. Le Marathon de Monaco, qui se tient chaque année le long de la côte panoramique et des terrains montagneux difficiles, est un événement sportif populaire attirant des coureurs de tous niveaux du monde.
19. La population multiculturelle monégasque comprend des monégasques, des Français, des Italiens et des résidents de plus de 100 nationalités différentes, créant ainsi une communauté diversifiée et cosmopolite.
20. L'Orchestre philharmonique de Monte Carlo, fondé en 1863, est l'un des plus grands orchestres européens et donne régulièrement des concerts et des récitals au prestigieux Opéra de Monte Carlo et dans d'autres lieux.
21. Malgré sa réputation de terrain de jeu pour les riches et les célèbres, Monaco s'engage également à promouvoir la durabilité de l'environnement, avec des initiatives visant à réduire les émissions de carbone, à promouvoir les énergies renouvelables et à préserver les habitats naturels et la biodiversité.
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Me again lol, has the staff ever tagged along with the boys visiting the regions? Like have they ever used the excuse of "supervising" to go see Phoebe's world? I can see them not inviting Crowley as well LMAO-
Crowley was the only one who would use "Supervision" excuse to be a tourist. He'd definitely not bat an eye when some of the boys went off on their own and Phoebe has to wrangle them back into the main group on her own.
Crewel will at least balance touring and strict discipline. He's keeping the boys in groups that have at least ONE responsible student per group. And they have his number on speed dial in case any trouble happens.
Trein has a schedule prepared and of course, not everyone wants to test Trein's patience because they'd be swarming with homework if they did.
Vargas... he'd wrangle anyone whe leaves the group like a bunch of Tauros. He's small... but that strength is NOT to be trifled with. Also he could throw you over the shoulder if you refuse.
Sam, he's not a teacher but he'd plan an outing with all the staff. Though he'd deliberately send Crowley off on a goos chase while they follow Phoebe as she points to some interesting tourism spots and markets to enjoy.
Crowley finds out weeks later and cries about it but the staff tells him they wouldn't want to bother him when he's so "busy".
I think Phoebe won't be as harsh as the staff and des bring home some snacks for Crowley to munch on... as he sulks in the corner.
Trein and Sam would like the history and traditions of Kanto and Johto. The story about the two towers as told by the performance of the Kimono girls and a quick visit to Lavender town would pique their interest.
Divus would obviously tour Kalos and the fashion would spark new trends for him. He'd spend almost na hour staring at a salon where the groomers were trimming Furfrous though.
Vargas would like Alola because he would get along with a Fighting type Kahuna. He just loves the energy of the island region and how there are many methods to explore terrains!
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L'Algérie a participé à la 29e édition du Salon international du Voyage et du Tourisme " MITT MOSCOU "
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Laventon goes to see them all off and cyndaquil pops out of its pokeball to beg and plead to be allowed to go too. He tries to tell it that it can't go because it doesn't have a partner yet, and Arezu is like, "wait, that pokemon doesn't belong to you?" And he explains that no, it's not really anyone's, it was just the one neither the protag or Cyllene picked when offered. And like, it's clearly a fire type pokemon and she is already feeling the chill and has only just realized it's only gonna get worse as the sun goes down, so kind of half joking she asks if she can have it since he's just giving it away. And that's how she gets a cyndaquil. And also its pokeball, but she just kinda sticks that at the bottom of her bag and pretends it doesn't exist.
The tourism industry is booming in their little village and all of the shop keepers are too happy about how much money it brings in to care about the fact that it's driving their leader up the wall. Going to the pokemon salon raises friendship levels, so it has to be something they like a lot, right? Once she really gets the hang of it, at least, there's probably a learning curve there. Luckily their group has quite the array of pokemon to practice on.
Ouch, to be confronted with the fact that he's changed and realizing that it was for the worse... I guess the good news is that he is once again in close quarters with several people and has an important mission. And he's able to actually battle people again, for fun. I think maybe the idea that she's not super into battling comes from the fact that as a ride pokemon she never tries to fight you? I'm not actually sure, but that's my best guess. I don't know if I've ever actually read a fic where she was like genuinely into battling. It'd be fun if she was though, especially with Ingo as her warden. Once he got a part-time job at Jubilife as the battle director though she'd lose like half of her entertainment and probably follow him there. He can't exactly scold her for not doing her duties if he's technically not doing his wardenly duties either.
They might be even more susceptible because of whatever connection they have to arceus, or at least that could be why they get hit as badly as they do. Lol yeah after they catch a pokemon they let it out, string the pokeball to it, and then are like come find us when all this is fixed and we'll break the balls for you.
Oh I like that a lot! The arc phone would definitely need to be involved in closing them, since arceus is the one healing the hall of origin cracks and using its power would probably be the the only way people could fix the stuff on earth, though I'm not sure just pointing it at one would be enough, they'd probably have to actually go in them. Any pokemon brought by the bubbles that was still in one when it closed would be taken back to where it came from, but anything that was outside would be stuck in Hisui. The other wardens probably have their hands full, not just with their nobles should they frenzy, but with having to clean up after the frenzied distortion bubble pokemon that are messing up the ecosystem
ghskjhj or she's been absently holding it since it crawled into her lap bc it IS chilly out and it's nice and warm and laventon sees her doing it and is like do... do you just want to take it with you? and she's like HM. WELL. i have very weird feelings about your whole pokeball deal but... on the other hand... i might have to go all the way up to the highlands later... ugh fine yes give me the pocket hand warmer pokemon
awww... yeah, not only sneasler, and lilligant (who probably has also gotten in on arezu's grooming once or twice before now) but also oshawott/rowlet/cyndaquil, and abra, and whatever else protag winds up catching, and ofc all of ingo's team, who are like, not not well taken care of, but then magnezone got scratched up by a ground type and needed buffing, and probopass wanted in, and tangrowth gets upset about being left out of anything, and then gliscor was just curious what all the fuss was about, and etc etc. hey it's good practice!
well. to be entirely honest, i think if there IS a fanon of her not liking battling very much, it probably comes at least partly from fic writers not wanting to deal with the question of ingo adding her to his team in an au where she goes back to the present with him. just speculating here, but. yeah now we run the risk of going off into headcanons about what battling Means and Represents for the pokemon, and i really don't think a noble can afford to dislike battling considering how much of their job must be based on swatting other pokemon in their territory, so if anything i think her complaint would be that she just isn't challenged enough? because i think nobles are Really Strong even unfrenzied. and very few pokemon even want to fight her to begin with, based on reputation alone, so she's like... bored with it lol. in which case i think battling with ingo in distortions would actually be really fun for her maybe?
OH THAT'S INTERESTING. their connection to arceus interacting with the Magic Rabies... if anything i feel like having a direct internal Divine Light would make them more resistant? since arceus is the thing able to mend the distortions/fractures, i think it would track if the frenzy was like an internal fracture and the blessing of sinnoh made them resistant to getting those. not quite immune, though... but it'll take some time for any of them to figure that out. imagine them going around assuming the nobles are all immune to this frenzy, and exposing them without much concern, and then suddenly realizing that oh wait they're not...
yeah that's true. which maybe the loop of it is like, protag has to be there Doing Stuff to close the rift, which demands a lot of attention, so the others surround and defend them while they do that? idk, that's a thought
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𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗲̂𝘁 𝗽𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝘂 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺𝗲 𝗱𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘀𝘁.
Après que plusieurs tour opérateurs émetteurs venant de l’Europe de l’est, dont la Hongrie aient participé l’année dernière à l’eductour organisé par le ministère du Tourisme, c’est maintenant le moment de faire rayonner la destination Madagascar en Europe de l’Est, un des marchés prometteurs que le ministère avec l’appui de l’ONTM compte conquérir.
Pendant 4 jours, la Grande Île sera à l’honneur au Salon Travel à Budapest. Opération de charme auprès des touristes hongrois où un espace dédié de 150m2 permettra à la destination Madagascar de se mettre en avant. Animations musicale, culturelle et culinaire seront aux rendez-vous au stand Madagascar.
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NEVER NEVADA HQ EVENT: ELEUSINIAN MYSTERIES
The Brothers of Ichor bleed for their community, and despite the chill their presence brings even on the hottest of summer nights, their devotion to the city of Las Vegas has sprung sweet blossom. All members are devoted to local business and prioritize the people left behind in the blinding glamour of sin city and its tourism. Hosting a farmer’s market every year, all corners of Las Vegas gather beyond the gawking of a sin gone wrong or to point fingers at victim or foe.
In the name of the harvest, the need to collect necessity for impending storm and starvation still remains even in this century. The families established not by blood but by oath in Las Vegas appear for more than just spiced sweets, but to weed out threats and solidify the grasp on alliances. Autumn is the time for the strongest to survive, and it will show who can prosper in the darkest hours to come.
SUMMARY: Supported by the Brothers of Ichor in order to promote local business and bring harvest to the desert, the 21st annual Autumn Harvest is in full swing for a week in-character. Many local businesses from store fronts to bars to coffee shops put their best foot forward to welcome a new season even if the heat is still heavy. It’s an opportunity for residents to gather fresh produce and the community to come together, but more importantly, the chance for all organizations to scope out new members. Months have gone by and alliances shift, and it’s time to test the loyalty of current members and search for new ones.
IC INFORMATION
Autumn is a state of mind in Las Vegas. The heat is very much present but at least there’s no more rainstorms.
In-character, the event will last from October 9th to October 18th, with the market opening at 9 AM and closing at 9 PM.
Participating businesses are their services are the following
Cytherea Gallery has some art work on display specifically by local artists who are present to discuss and sell their work.
Styxs is selling ale and other spirits with donations for local foundations as the Brothers of Ichor are heavily invested in their community. There is also a beer drinking contest that will allow participants to be bet on.
Caesaries Salon is selling beauty products and all-natural elixirs.
Daedalus Studio is offering discounted piercings and palm size tattoos.
Rousseau’s is offering grilled food and has vintage motorcycles that the mechanic shop has fixed up on display for sale.
Killer Cupcakes is selling autumn themed baked goods.
Ambrosia Cafe is selling autumn themed coffee drinks.
Arlsan Bakery & Tea Room is selling tea and tools to make the best at home tea, as well as traditional Turkish baked goods.
Chef Tian’s is giving their own spin on autumn themed cuisine, as well as selling their infamous soups and smaller meals.
Vermillion is taking donations of clothing and household items to be given to local shelters.
Elysian Market is selling flowers and other greenery, as well as promoting plants that will thrive in the season to come.
Gerovit House is taking donations and offering dinner deals at the restaurant to those in a raffle.
Toddy Leash’s Ice Box is bringing the cooler season to onlookers with a pop-up ice bar.
Vicky’s has its infamous Vixens dressed in costume as witches and autumn nymphs to perform and promote the burlesque club.
Three Fates Diner is doing walking samples and providing access to their drive through menu right in the midst of the market.
The following organizations have tasked their members with the following..
BROTHERS OF ICHOR: The Brotherhood has tasked the majority of it’s members to hold security, as well as avert attention away from the train tracks following the festival. They are looking to mask stealing cargo from in-coming shipments with the busy crowd in order to make a faster getaway and bribe law enforcement where they can.
ASENAS: Members are encouraged to solely become social and mingle, expanding connections. After their swift recovery, they are given the chance to practice the mundane–– but it doesn’t hurt to reel in someone who needs more than a sprinkle of cinnamon for philanthropy.
THE WHITE SNAKES: It is time for initiation, and all prospects will be tasked by current members to prove their loyalty. This is the first integration into the White Snake Society, where members reveal their roles to prospects and their responsibilities in conjunction with wherever the prospect finds their place. The tasks at hand are collecting supplies for their own initiation banquet such as peaches, tea leaves, jade from other local businesses, and other fruits to complete a basket.
THE FOXES: A gathering in the community is a red flag for the Foxes, but they must show face in order to show their support and turn away rumors of their selfish endeavors as nameless tycoons. The family is on display to show harmony and all members are set to work as security and avoid any threats. With so many people present, snakes should find it hard to slither in the grass without being trampled. All members are told to be weary of the cases they have under their arm, and make sure it doesn’t interfere with the day’s proceedings.
OOC INFORMATION
All muses are required to attend, with any in-character reasoning muns can come up with.
At least two event threads per muse is required.
The event will take place out of character from October 11th to October 19th, with this part officially ending at 11 PM on October 19th.
You may continue non-event threads during this time, but event threads should be prioritizing for the impending plot drop following this mini event.
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Reading a few funny jokes before bedtime can help us unwind and make us feel more relaxed. Sharing jokes and humor can strengthen bonds between people and help provide a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Sometimes making fun at life and taking ourselves not too seriously can help make us feel better. Being sleep deprived stops us from living productive and positive lives. Improve your mood.Ĭan also ward off conditions like depression which can possibly lead to sleep deprivation. Increase blood flow and heart health Decrease pain. It reduces stress, and we all know that a stress-free mind helps keep our body healthy. Laughter is proven to have positive health benefits. "I hope if dogs ever take over the world, and they chose a king, they don't just go by size, because I bet there are some Chihuahuas with some good ideas." Why Is Laughter so Important? "Do you know what happens when you slice a golf ball in half? Someone gets mad at you. Then I say to myself, It is better that I drink this beer and let their dreams come true than to be selfish and worry about my liver." If I didn't drink this beer, they might be out of work and their dreams would be shattered. Then I look into the glass and think about the workers in the brewery and all of their hopes and dreams. "Sometimes when I reflect back on all the beer I drink I feel ashamed. "To me, boxing is like a ballet, except there's no music, no choreography, and the dancers hit each other." That way when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes." "Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. And I can picture us attacking that world, because they'd never expect it." "I can picture in my mind a world without war, a world without hate. "Sometimes I think you have to march right in and demand your rights, even if you don't know what your rights are, or who the person is you're talking to. "If trees could scream, would we be so cavalier about cutting them down? We might, if they screamed all the time, for no good reason." "If you go flying back through time, and you see somebody else flying forward into the future, it's probably best to avoid eye contact." Here are some of the most memorable ones: 10 Most Amazing Deep Thoughtsĭeep Thoughts by Jack Handey is a book that holds some of the funniest and most absurd segments from the Saturday Night Live years. He wrote the famous Deep Thoughts segments that he put into a book, Deep Thoughts. He is a writer and comedian and spent several years as a staff writer for Saturday Night Live. Who Is Jack HandeyĬontrary to popular belief, Jack Handey is an actual guy. Laughter is sometimes the best medicine and laughing regularly can help keep our minds off of things, provide health benefits, and even relax us to help us to sleep better. Instead, they were presented with a hilarious and slapstick Deep Thoughts by Jack Handey. The Deep Thoughts segment would come on with zen-type music and viewers were expecting an inspirational moment with a thoughtful quote. that aren't in the show, including Deep Cove and several restaurants.If you're a fan of Saturday Night Live you may remember the funny little bits that used to air in between comedy stints in the years 1991 to 1998. To quote Breckenridge: "To be quite frank with you guys, I’m pretty done filming in Vancouver in the winter. Not really interested in doing that ever again actually, it’s really cold." Speaking to Narcity, Breckenridge said the people of Canada were "really kind" and recommended her favorite places in B.C. Just make sure to wrap up before your Virgin River trip. Here, Virgin River crews filmed inside locally loved businesses like Samz Pub, which appears as a pub visited by Melinda and Jack and In a Wink Beautique, which plays a hairdressing salon." "A half-hour drive from Vancouver, Port Coquitlam is located on the north banks of the Fraser and Pitt rivers. Vancouver's tourism website elaborated on filming locations on other, smaller scenes across the series: "Scenes between Melinda and Jack were also filmed in Squamish, near the river and the show’s waterfall scenes were filmed at Shannon Falls Provincial Park, a 10-minute drive from Squamish along the Sea to Sky Highway, one of the most stunning highway drives in the world," it noted. Some scenes were filmed behind Hart House, which Vancouver's tourism website bills as "an idyllic place to stop for a cup of tea or West Coast-inspired lunch, situated in a charming heritage house with manicured lawns and gardens that often host warm-weather weddings." Sold! The park is famous for its walking trails next to the water (opens in new tab). The Bakeaway truck owned by Paige-which Lizzie works at after Paige is forced to flee town-is filmed in Burnaby Fraser Foreshore Park, which is close to Vancouver.
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Success Story - Daniel
«Being involved in the realization of projects with such large scale, high complexity and global impact made me realize the importance of teamwork, commitment and perseverance in achieving the best possible result - I believe that all of those values are deeply rooted within the DNA of IWC.»
My name is Daniel and I was born and raised in Lucerne. Growing up in a city where tourism, hospitality and watchmaking are omnipresent brought a strong awareness of these three industries, which developed into a deeper fascination over the years. For this reason, I decided to pursue a higher degree in International Hospitality Management at the Ecole Hotelière de Lausanne (EHL).
Due to my interest in the watch industry and IWC specifically as a brand, I applied for an internship in trade marketing and joined the company in October 2015. My duties included assisting with the organization of the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie de Genève (SIHH - now Watches & Wonders) 2016, which allowed me to combine my interest and experience in hospitality with the world of watchmaking. After the successful launch of the Pilot's Collection 2016, I was given the opportunity to take on the role of Project Manager Fairs and Exhibitions, which involved managing the development and organization of the SIHH booth (now called Watches&Wonders) and coordinating IWC's global exhibition program. During almost 3 years I pursued this position and was able to contribute to the campaign launches of Da Vinci 2017, 150 Years 2018, and Silver Spitfire 2019.
After the launch of the Silver Spitfire campaign and the Pilot's Collection 2019, it was time to take on a new challenge. I moved from Trade Marketing to Corporate Communications, initially starting as Team Lead Guest Relations and later becoming the Global Events Team Lead over the course of the year. During my time in Corporate Communications, I was involved in coordinating and continuously developing manufacture tours and organized physical, digital and hybrid events, including the movie production and launch event of the Top Gun SFTI, which was one of my personal highlights. These projects brought me a lot closer to IWC’s clients, the industry’s press and various IWC stakeholder, which contribute to IWC’s brand awareness. Thus, I became aware of the importance of quality and authenticity in brand communication, while gaining my first experience in a leadership position. As a result of my achieved knowledge in building client experiences, I was able to change once again in August 2021 and take on my current role as Senior Project Manager for Flagship Boutique Experience.
With our team, we are working towards the ambitious goal of creating unique retail experiences that exceed customer expectations and define new industry standards. As a recent result, we successfully opened our new flagship boutique in Dubai Mall on 25th of March 2022, a project I am personally very proud of. Over the past six years, I have repeatedly realized and appreciated how IWC continuously drives the development and empowerment of its young generation with much responsibility, trust and vision.
Daniel Borer | Senior Project Manager Flagship BTQ Experience
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How Spa Scheduling Software Can Reshape the Southeast Asian Spa Industry
Have you ever wondered what happens in a spa? The spa offers a variety of therapeutic activities designed to help guests relax both physically and mentally. People in all parts of the world believe in it. Spa also provides services and products related to health and beauty. The reasons such as focus on self-care and holistic well-being, spas have evolved. Specifically, Southeast Asia is a place known for its spa service.
Many medical treatments are related to massage services that are performed in spas. Even beauty-related services are performed in spas. When the demand for the spa rises, the efficiency of the business must match the need. Spa scheduling software can make the management of the business more efficient.
This blog is about business opportunities in Southeast Asia and how spa scheduling software supports it.
Spa Business in Southeast Asia
The spa business is on a growing scale. The global spa market was valued at USD 47.5 billion in 2020 and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.1% from 2021 to 2028.
Especially, the spa industry in Southeast Asia has witnessed significant growth in recent years. Consequently, it has become a vital part of the region’s wellness and tourism sectors. The traditional healing practices combined with modern luxury have attracted a diverse clientele. In the event of these reasons spa business becomes a thriving market in countries like Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia. The spa provides services like
Hotel/Resorts spas
Day/Salon spas
Destination spas
Medical spas
Mineral spring spas, and others.
Current Challenges in the Southeast Asian Spa Industry
Despite its success, the spa industry in Southeast Asia faces various challenges.
One prominent issue is the intense competition among spas, leading to a struggle for market share.
Evolving consumer preferences and expectations present a challenge for spas to stay relevant.
Adopting spa management software, online booking systems, and digital marketing strategies. In fact, resistance to technology adoption can hinder efficiency and customer engagement.
There is a need for increased education and awareness related to wellness and spa services. Some potential customers may not fully understand the benefits of spa treatments.
Managing skilled spa professionals, including therapists and wellness experts, poses a significant challenge.
Managing the schedule for the customers may result in more waiting time for them. This may cause a loss of customers.
The adoption of technology, such as spa scheduling software, will propel the industry into a new era of growth and sustainability. They remove challenges for customers.
What is Spa Scheduling Software?
Spa scheduling software manages appointments, streamlines processes, and enhances user experiences. This software ensures efficient usage of resources and reduces waiting time for users. Due to the challenges in the industry, spa businesses are increasingly turning to advanced tech solutions, such as spa scheduling software.
Benefits of Spa Scheduling Software
Software usage results in increased efficiency with many benefits, as follows:
Efficient Appointment Management:
Spa scheduling software streamlines the appointment booking process, allowing both clients and spa staff to efficiently manage their schedules. This results in reduced wait times, optimal staff usage, and improved operational efficiency.
Enhanced Customer Experience
Spa scheduling software allows clients to book appointments and select preferred services. This user-friendly approach enhances customer satisfaction and encourages repeat business. Additionally, automated reminders and notifications keep clients engaged and informed. these actions result in contributing to a positive experience.
Efficient Resource Management
Optimizing staff schedules, treatment room allocation, and resource planning becomes seamless with spa scheduling software. This increases operational efficiency and also reduces idle time, ensuring maximum productivity.
Data-Driven Decision-Making
The software generates valuable data on customer preferences, popular services, and peak hours. This data empowers owners to make informed decisions, customize offerings, and strategically market their services.
Integrated Payment Processing
Spa scheduling software solutions offer integrated payment processing, allowing clients to settle bills for their treatments. This not only streamlines the check-out process but also helps maintain accurate financial records for the spa.
These characteristics can make the management of the business effortless. The users can experience the simple and elegant.
Future Trends and Opportunities
Evolution is a never-ending process that can increase the satisfaction of customers and needs of the businesses. In the future, the technology as follows can be the most expected to rule the spa businesses.
AI and Machine Learning for Personalization
Virtual and Augmented Reality Experiences
AI-Powered Chatbots
Data Protection
These are emerging trends that can redefine the spa landscape. The spa business owners and app developers must stay agile, embracing these trends to create innovative solutions. Which eventually enhances the spa experience for customers and businesses.
Conclusion
The Southeast Asian spa industry is navigating challenges through the adoption of spa scheduling software. This tech can overcome challenges and position the business to succeed in the ever-evolving wellness market.
The Spotnrides are efficient app developers specializing in spa salon management software. Contact us for any clarification regarding the spa business and technology. The future presents opportunities for innovation and growth of the business. The integration of advanced technologies is a crucial element for spa businesses in Southeast Asia.
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Vanlife à Alpexpo Grenoble les 04 et 05 mai 2024 | Grenoble
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Cuộc Hành Trình Tạo Dựng Vẻ Đẹp Từ Đam Mê: Chuyện của Trần Thị Lan Anh
Trong thế giới sôi động của ngành làm đẹp, có một cuộc hành trình đầy màu sắc, nơi đích đến không chỉ là sự hoàn thiện vẻ đẹp bên ngoài mà còn là việc tạo ra niềm tin và tự tin cho hàng ngàn người phụ nữ. Cuộc hành trình này không ai khác, chính là của Trần Thị Lan Anh, một chuyên gia tạo mẫu tóc với đam mê bất tận và tình yêu sâu đậm đối với nghề nghiệp của mình.
Là một người yêu nghệ thuật từ khi còn nhỏ, Lan Anh đã luôn dành một tình cảm đặc biệt cho việc tạo ra những kiệt tác trên mái đầu của khách hàng. Sinh ra và lớn lên tại thành phố Hải Phòng, vùng đất nổi tiếng với sự cầu kỳ và sành điệu trong làm đẹp, Lan Anh đã từng bước trải qua những bước khởi đầu trong sự nghiệp của mình.
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Với bằng cấp từ Danang College of Arts and Tourism, Lan Anh đã có cơ hội học hỏi và trau dồi kỹ năng của mình trong ngành tạo mẫu tóc. Qua những năm tháng ôm trọn cuốn sách và đắm mình trong những quy trình thực hành, cô đã nhanh chóng trở thành một chuyên gia trong lĩnh vực này.
Nhưng đằng sau những thành công là những giọt mồ hôi và cảm xúc không ngừng đổi thay. Lan Anh nhớ như in những ngày bắt đầu, khi cô phải vật lộn với những kiểu tóc khó khăn, thách thức từ việc làm hài lòng mọi khách hàng. Nhưng mỗi lần nhìn thấy nụ cười hạnh phúc trên gương mặt của họ, Lan Anh lại cảm thấy mình như được đền đáp bằng cả một thế giới.
Với niềm đam mê bất tận và khát khao không ngừng học hỏi, Lan Anh không ngừng cập nhật xu hướng mới nhất và kỹ thuật tiên tiến nhất trong ngành. Cô luôn tìm kiếm cơ hội để phát triển bản thân và mang lại những trải nghiệm tuyệt vời nhất cho khách hàng của mình.
Với Lan Anh, tạo ra một kiệt tác trên mái đầu không chỉ là một công việc, mà còn là một sứ mệnh. Mỗi kiểu tóc cô tạo ra không chỉ là kết quả của sự cầu kỳ và tinh tế, mà còn là sự kết hợp tinh tế giữa nghệ thuật và tình cảm.
Cuộc hành trình của Lan Anh vẫn tiếp tục, với một tinh thần lạc quan và sự kiên định không ngừng. Bằng tất cả tình yêu và sự tận tâm của mình, cô hy vọng sẽ tiếp tục góp phần vào việc làm đẹp và tạo ra những dấu ấn đáng nhớ trong lòng mỗi khách hàng mà mình được phục vụ.
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Bali Navigates Tourism Challenges and Tattoo Tourism Rise
Bali is renowned as a heavenly getaway, yet its once-relaxed atmosphere is evolving. To address the misconduct of tourists, Bali's authorities established a specialized tourism law enforcement team in February.
According to Dewa Nyoman Rai Dharmadi, head of Bali’s Civil Service Police Unit, they have encountered instances of visitors resorting to begging after depleting their resources. Dharmadi emphasized the importance of preserving a hospitable environment for everyone, especially amid occasional disruptions at tourist sites.
Over 70 officers are deployed across popular areas like Canggu, Seminyak, and Kuta, ensuring compliance with respectful attire guidelines, particularly in Hindu temples. Dharmadi highlighted that tourists often unintentionally violate sacred rules due to a lack of awareness.
Despite these efforts, concerns persist. Former Governor Wayan Koster suggested limiting visitor numbers last May due to disruptive behaviors, though the proposal wasn't put into action. Bali continues to grapple with the complexities of being Indonesia's top tourist destination.
To support the tourism police, "tourist companion dogs" have been introduced. Last year, Bali deported 340 foreigners for various offenses, a significant increase from previous years, including overstaying visas and inappropriate behavior in sacred sites.
Recent incidents, such as the arrest of U.S. and Bermudian tourists involved in a salon altercation and the apprehension of three Mexicans linked to a robbery, underscore ongoing challenges.
With tourism rebounding, Bali aims to attract seven million visitors this year, a stark contrast to the mere 51 foreign visitors in 2021. This resurgence has led to a parallel increase in demand for tattoos, apart from rental real estate.
Bali's tattoo industry benefits from its unique cultural backdrop and vibrant artistic community, attracting tourists and enthusiasts alike seeking permanent mementos of their visits. Renowned for their expertise, Bali tattoo artists blend traditional Balinese designs with modern techniques, making Bali a tattoo tourism hub.
Regulations surrounding the tattoo industry have tightened to maintain safety and hygiene standards, reflecting the island's commitment to being a secure tattoo destination. This regulatory oversight aligns with the broader trend in global travel, where visitors seek authentic experiences, turning a tattoo from Bali into a lasting symbol of the island's cultural richness.
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