a little unsteady

LORENZO “ENZO” WRIGHT-YOUNG ( HE/THEY) is a DEMI BOY, TWENTY SEVEN year old OWNER OF THE BLACKBERRY BAKERY who has been living in Moorbrooke for THEIR WHOLE LIFE. They were born on MARCH 16 and right now, they are currently residing in ELMSETT GREEN. It has been said that they look suspiciously like JORDAN FISHER and if they had to choose a song to describe themselves, they would choose UNSTEADY by X AMBASSADORS. ( victoria, 30, pst, she/her )

Malachi hadn’t planned to stop at the bakery. He’d planned to run out to the grocery store and make his way back to Athena, but the snow had started shortly after he’d wrapped up his shopping, and suddenly, coffee had seemed like a good idea. “Coffee, please,” Malachi requested, rubbing his hands together. “Cream and sugar. And I’ll take one of those cinnamon rolls, if you don’t mind. And maybe also a doggy cup, if those are available. I’ve got a girl back home who deserves a treat.”

"Coming right up!” Enzo replies, moving to pack up a cinnamon roll up for Mal. “Aw, of course! What’s her name? I might have something special she might like.” They say, placing a separately wrapped dog biscuit in the box as well. “One cinnamon roll for you and one peanut butter and pumpkin treat for your gal. I’ll get you that coffee in just a minute too. How’s it looking outside? I heard we’re supposed to be preparing for a bad one.” 

RAUL

raul had decided to take clementine out on a walk to enjoy the snow while the weather seemed to be calm, calmer than before, and also because he didn’t really like what was happening in his home right now. but, really, what was he going to do about it? nothing. he would never kick someone in need out, nor would he ever tell ravi he couldn’t have a friend over, but he just didn’t feel comfortable with the chaos being around clementine. the distraction in the snow helped clear his mind, though, and so did the sight of clem playing in it. as soon as they stumbled upon the guy making snow angels clementine wasted no time in joining him as well. “i can’t say i’ll be any good, i can’t remember the last time i tried to make a snow angel. but, why not?” he chuckled, laying on the snow covered ground beside clementine. “the one who makes the best snow angel gets cinnamons rolls on me!” he laughed. clementine began to sprawl around in an attempt to make an angel fast because of course she was eager to get to the hot cocoa and cinnamon rolls. “i’m raul, by the way. this little fiesty one is clementine! it’s a pleasure to meet you!”

“I appreciate that. Least I know you are out here looking out for your customers.” He chuckled softly at the other. “I think it’s a said thing that I will never get to witness your strawberry shortcakes though. I’ve been told that it is a very heavenly desert. However, pineapple upside cake is also good, so I may be okay with the devastating blow.” Joey smiled softly at the other. “That is very sweet of you, thank you.” He agreed with that. “Right? Like, how will you know what you might be getting yourself into if I am not my true, authentic self on a date. You need to know the mess and all, if I chew loudly or even if you don’t like the way I smile. Like, all this needs to be known within the first few dates, at least that seems to be the time-line I’ve noticed.”

"I can make you something else though. There’s plenty to choose from here.” Enzo points out, laughing softly. The Blackberry Bakery certainly never had a shortage of baked goods. “Yeah, sure. I mean, I haven’t been on a date in a while, but I’m definitely all for being yourself. How else are you gonna know if you like the person or not?” 

“yeah, i suppose it could be worse. she could be setting me up with all the sixty year old aunties, though i’m sure that’s coming eventually,” kiran laughed, shaking his head fondly as he thought of his mother’s tireless efforts to find him a soulmate. he supposed he should actually be flattered. “i know what you mean.” even if he didn’t know exactly, kiran more than understood the feeling of constant wondering if you were in the right time or place to be dating at all. “i’m sure they’re just looking out for you, even if the method leaves a bit to be desired,” kiran joked. “it was, actually. if she comes back, i have half a mind to just accept it this time…” 

enzo had been busy packing up boxes of pastries since the news of the storm hit, figuring people might been some sustenance. sure, something like hot soup or something might’ve been a better choice, but they ran a bakery. at least enzo had tea, coffee, and hot cocoa to hand out. 

ADA.

“ of course not “, ada agreed, nodding. “ but you could give me a job and then I’d have to know, wouldn’t I ? “ it was only a half-joke - ada had thought about leaving the diner for a little while. although it quite suited her tough character, she grew tired of places quickly, and she was getting increasingly irritated with many things at her current work. ada finished the treat, her eyelashes fluttering as her eyes once again rolled backwards, her hand still covering her mouth. “ even the aftertaste is heavenly. how did you come to be this good ? just lots of practice ? “ ada asked curiously. she had always admired people who clearly had a calling the way enzo did. she didn’t think she was particularly good at anything, at least not this good. it didn’t bother her most of the time, but it also made it difficult for her to decide what she really wanted to do with her life. “ or were you baking straight out of the womb ? “

   every day he thanked the universe for bringing enzo into his life. he was one of the best people emmett knew, and right now, he was everything emmett needed to ease the pain he felt. emmett was the sunshine to many in his life, but enzo was his. the offer to become roommates with him, well, it was beyond tempting. it was a dream, how could it not be? he was just scared to move in with a friend, especially with how royally he felt he screwed up with his last roommate and he didn’t start off as a friend. the last thing he wanted was for enzo to see every side of him and get fed up with him, he doesn’t really know if he could handle heartbreak coming from enzo of all people. as they enter their place, emmett listens to enzo speak, the offer came popping back into his head. he gave enzo a small smile and nod when the other told him about going to find a blanket, then he goes to the kitchen to set up for some baking later on. and it’s as he’s setting up, pulling out butter to soften, preheating the oven, taking out bowls he’ll need for mixing, it hits him how very much at home he already was. his smile grows a little more as he sets down the last bowl he’ll need later, then heading towards enzo’s room. “hey enzo,” he gently speaks up, leaning against the doorway, looking at his friend underneath the blankets, “i think i’ll take you up on that offer. if you’re really sure you dont’ mind, of course.” he comes over to lay in the end, not hesitating to get underneath the blankets, cuddling up to enzo. “we’ll have to talk rent, of course,” he says, wrapping his arms around them, “but, we can talk about that later. we can talk about all of that later. right now…”he nuzzles his face into enzo’s side, softly sighing, “…i just want to cuddle. “

ADA.

ada grinned at enzo excitedly as he took the bills from her hand. her gaze followed them to the kitchen and then locked on the treat in his hand. she had always had a bad appetite, but never for baked goods or fried food. her family and friends used to constantly tease her for it, but the joke had become old about seven years ago. grabbing the treat, ada gave it a whiff and rolled her eyes back. “ oh my god, you must be some sort of wizard “, ada laughed, giving enzo a teasing wink before biting into the soft, warm texture of the dessert. she covered her mouth, her eyes pressing closed as she chewed. she then got up and shook her head as her gaze locked on enzo. “ are you sure you haven’t put drugs in there or something ? this shit should be illegal. because I think I won’t have money for rent after I’m finished here today. tell me your secrets. “

Jake watched as the other made their way around the bakery, putting together the order. It was no secret that Jake was partial to a sweet breakfast and he was sure that the pastry and coffee were going to hit the spot. He grinned, “Wow, thanks again” he wasted no time picking up the cinnamon roll and taking a quick bite. “Holy shit” he commented before looking over at Enzo, “What’s your secret? This is damn good” the barber grinned, washing down the bite of food with some coffee.

Grinning at Jake’s reaction, Enzo claps their hands, pleased. “If I told you, then it wouldn’t be a secret anymore! But I will tell you this, a little love goes a long way.” They tease, tapping their fingers against the counter lightly. “I’m glad you like it. It means a lot.” 

Joey couldn’t help but laugh softly as he took the napkin from the other and thought about their previous question. “Hm, I’m a fan of a lot, honestly. There isn’t much that I won’t eat, maybe nothing with strawberries. I seem to be allergic to them. Nothing serious happens, but like, my entire throat gets itchy and starts closing up on me. It’s a weird allergy, honestly.” He chuckled, using the napkin to wipe the corner of his mouth and blushed slightly. “That is so true! Although I am a mess when I eat. I could probably figure out how to make anything messy. I’m pretty sure I’m a horrible date sometimes.” He chuckled. 

"See, now that’s good to know! I don’t wanna accidentally poison you with a strawberry shortcake.” Enzo replies, shaking their head. “I’ll just stay away from fruit in general just to be safe.” Picking out a couple things, they put them into a box, humming quietly as they debate their choices. “I never understood the whole, don’t order messy food on a date thing. I think it’s silly. Like, you have to be messy eventually, right? Might as well be authentic from the beginning.” 

   emmett returns the soft grin, giving a little nod at his friends response, he understand that feeling too. “hm. what if i asked you to clear three days for me?” he teased, laughing a little bit, his soft grin turning into a smile. his smile and laughter slowly die down as their conversation heads into what’s been going on in his life, but he still manages to keep a weak smile on his lips at enzo’s kind, reassuring words. “thank you, enzo. i appreciate that.” a soft sigh leaves his lips still, his shoulders dropping a little, “i’m sure if i share the same sentiment, i don’t think i’m much of a loss, but i appreciate you thinking that highly of me. i think right now it’s just hard for me to see the light in anything that involves me.” the gentle kiss warmed emmett’s heart, as does the offer to come live him. “oh, enzo! that’s so sweet of you. i couldn’t just come impose on you like that,” he looks up to meet his friends gaze, warmly smiling, “though it sounds like a dream to live with you. living with my best friend? how could it get better than that? and i hope you know my door is also always open for you, wherever that may be.” the way to enzo’s was as cold as the weather tried to make it seem, the world had a way with warming up whenever enzo was around. he made sure to take his shoes off when they arrived so as not to track snow into his place and leave wet footprints. “i can get things set up before crashing on your couch, because, i’m not going to lie, the snow kinda drained me a bit. how are you feeling?”