Pink Silk Sleep Mask Still Shields Tired Eyes From Sunlight Peaking Through The Curtains When She Feels

pink silk sleep mask still shields tired eyes from sunlight peaking through the curtains when she feels her bed shift, a sense of comfort felt in knowing her best friend has joined her. still, there's no movement from her even when she smells the welcomed scent of caffeine. only when one of her favourite things to do is mention does she stir. isn't long before lifting her eye mask to reveal one eye, glancing over at poppy. " are you proposing a self-care day ? because i never pass up on one of those. " never will. in a blink she's sat up, stretching out limbs delicately before turning fully towards poppy, taking in the others appearance. " what are we thinking, because i have a face mask for everything. hydration, repluming, detoxifying, brightening, you know, for a nice glow. i also have some bubble masks that are just for the funsies. "

it was not unusual for poppy to come into noa's room unexpectedly in the morning and crawl into bed with her, especially after a long night like last night. a hungover poppy makes her way into her best friend's room with two cups of coffee. setting one cup on noa's side, she crawls onto the other side, pulling the blankets over her own body. "i need a pamper day...or just a facemask if you have a spare."

@dreamerfms

there’s a spring in her step, almost always is. a buzz that constantly bounces off of her as she struts around in a world that’s totally and completely her own. it’s not somewhere she frequents, not one single inch of her skin marked with ink. what she is, is a businesswoman always looking to grow. “ no actually, i have a great sense of direction. ” soon pulls a small bundle of flyers out of her bag and hands them over in his direction, design bright and eye catching just like her current outfit. “ i’m planing a mixer. you know, just a casual little get-together for the singletons of palmview, and i was wondering if you could kindly put one of these in the window. maybe hand a few out. ” noa offers him a smile, one that’s gotten her her way far too much over the years. hopes it will again as she pairs it with a doe-eyed stare. “ please. ”

hum of the tattoo machine was a comforting soundtrack in his brightly lit studio , focused on the delicate lines of a dragon tattoo he was inking onto a client’s forearm . the bell above the door jingled , and in walked @dreamerfms , a whirlwind of energy dressed in vibrant colors . seeing her in his studio caused him tilt his head in confusion , finally finishing up the piece and wrapping it for his client before walking into the small waiting area . " you lost or somethin' , princess ? " he questions her , leaning against the counter some with his arms crossed over his chest .

he shifts uneasily on his feet, isn’t quite sure what he’s in store for here though he is happy to be spending time with her despite appearances. but that little voice in the back of his mind is causing havoc, whispers fears and what-ifs that make him squirm. in his more rational moments, he laughs off the worry, convinces himself there’s no way someone as amazing as teddy could actually have any romantic interest in him of all people. it's a relief, or so he tells himself. though he can't seem to shake off the sinking feeling it creates in the pit of his stomach. “ yeah, ” ace nods, subtly clearing his throat. there's a weak attempt at being enthusiastic, but his heart is pounding in his chest and despite the way he wills it to slow down, it does not. " totally ready. it's just, uh, surprises tend to make me a little on edge. one time in high school i fell victim to a ' surprise ' and it actually ended with me being stuffed into a locker, which, you know . . . not fun, and kinda of a long story and nothing to do with this, or us, so . . . i'll save that for another time, i guess. " he's rambling so much, it takes him a moment to notice that something has been placed on his head. stops for a second, brows crinkled, smile growing. there's no need for worry, is there ? it's her. theodora. theo. teddy. she's a comfort, not a fear. " i'm ready, " he assures now, calmer tone.

LOCATION: sunshine bakery ( after hours ) STATUS: closed / ace auelua @dreamerfms

in all their years of friendship, teddy had never let ace go past the front counter at sunshine. she'd baked plenty of time in her own kitchen and even in his, but something about the ovens here just... felt different. however, when rhodes asked her to make an i'm sorry cake for his friend, it felt like the perfect opportunity to introduce ace to the sunshine workstation. so, she's hoping when she sent the I THINK WE SHOULD TAKE OUR FRIENDSHIP TO THE NEXT LEVEL text, it's met with excitement and eagerness. yet, he seems to feel tense. the fact that he's blindfolded doesn't seem to add to his excitement. teddy ties her hair back in a low bun and places a hairnet on her head before grabbing one and placing it on ace's. she smiles to herself at just how silly he looks, but it feels unfair to keep all that joy to herself. "okay, are you ready for the big reveal?"

she hadn't noticed she was frowning, but when the familiar face comes into view it turns into a smile. a little of her stress elevating it's weight from her shoulders. " long time no see, " she teases in return, pretending to glance down at the watch on her wrist, " it's been about, what, four hours ? so much to catch up on. " for someone who wasn't sure if dance was truly what her heart desired, she most certainly couldn't stop herself from being here. in some strange way, dancing was now her comfort. something she's able to lose herself in for hours on end. and she's good at it too — exceptionally so. just like him. " well, i did hear that they're doing swan lake this year. and i know, i know it's a little overdone, but it's still one of my all-time favourites. " and perhaps one of the most challenging, especially considering the lead role of odette would also require her to take on the role of odile too. " but it all depends on who may or may not put themselves forward for siegfried. " nova gives him a look, her lower lip subtly pouting, hopeful and just a little pleading. it’s a look he’s probably seen a thousand times by now, but she can’t help it. there’s no one she trusts more— professionally or personally.

LOCATION: seaglass dance academy STATUS: closed / nova campbell @dreamerfms

the first dance class back after the summer always seemed to be a silly one for the kids. some may find it surprising, but apollo had a great deal of patience for young kids. after pretty much raising his three younger sisters, he realized kids are just about the only people he did have patience for. so innocent, just doing what they were told. plus, he'd be lying if he didn't think it was a little sweet hearing a bunch of tiny voices shout MR. APOLLO !! every time he entered the studio. he bids his students farewell as he gathers his things. once he's walked out the studio he almost collides with nova. "oh hey," he begins, looking her over. "didn't expect you to be here," apollo jokes. they both practically lived at whatever studio was nearby when it wasn't the summer time. "don't tell me you've already got your eyes on roles for this season?"

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" oh my god, oh my god, oh my god, " words are flying from her mouth in a melodramatic manner before she's even let herself into her brothers apartment, far too often acting as though she has any right to come and go as and when she pleases. shopping bags are dropped onto the sofa before she's sinking into the spot beside them, bottom lip jutted out like it has been for the last half hour. " you'll never believe what just happened to me. i was practically attacked ! " noa takes a deep breath before correcting her posture, sitting up a little taller. " so, i was at this boutique, ready for some serious retail therapy, you know ? planning to refresh my fall wardrobe. and then i spotted it— the perfect fall sweater. i’m talking about holy grail level here. absolutely unmatched. anyway, " she continues on, and the more she goes, the more her hands are moving, giving more visual than is necessary. " i go to grab it, and then in she comes. little miss wouldn't know how to accessorize if her life depended on it. she yanks it, ronen. right out of my grip. so roughly i break a nail. i mean, look ! " raises her hand, now one nail shorter than the rest. " i only got my mani-pedi done on monday. what a waste. "

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