delicate.

         "i did hear some of the best and trending recipes come from changes made to a different one."   and luna is guilty of such actions to,  having taken recipes found online and improvising based on her own tastes and preferences.  either way,  she grins at the blonde,  head lilts to the side  -  a habit from her wolf form.   "thoughts on a june wedding? i'll supply you cookies on the daily basis, but i must insist on getting married in a vineyard."  //  @vampyredefender.

"what exactly is the purpose of a christmas market?" he had not seen anything such as this , it was unlike his wildest imagination. he had not lived long enough to become consumed in modern day festivities, but he was in truth , amazed by what it had to offer. a small smile slips to his lips, eyes gleaming in the glistening lights.

           "spend money, enjoy the winter lights, drink warm alcohol, and learn more about how germany celebrates christmas. that's what most christmas markets are based on."   and she's only saying what she knows,  what she's learned from spending a few years in new york,  in chicago.  she may have left mystic falls;  but at the very least,  she's gained so much  experience  and  cultural knowledge  from living in cities.  luna regrets leaving,  but honors what she learned.   "to enjoy yourself, the people you live around, and the community. have you never been to one before? you're in for a treat."  //  @henmikaelson.

" any reason to indulge in mulled wine is fine by me." cup in hand, liv was all the more happy to bask in the festivities. in truth, her mind was consumed by the 'what ifs', and perhaps a little too close to her heart. tyler remained prominent in her mind, as did her brother luke, neither of which she had seen since her return. she only assumed this was a reason to assume the worst, realising that loneliness was beginning to set in.

         "i mean, it matches my hair. but you're totally calling me out on this,"   luna comments,  swishing her mug around as she playfully rolls her eye.   "but like, 'tis the season, right? sue me for liking something that tastes like nostalgia, a fireplace by the christmas tree, and unopened presents."   it's because it's something she never really had,  something she yearns for,  something she's not sure she's  worthy  of.    "thanks for joining me, by the way. i was, uh - kinda expecting to be alone. wasn't looking forward to it, though."  // @geminibled.

" i am not exactly the festive type." he hoped they were under no illusion, he was hardly one to embrace the festive season, even when forced. his family did not tend to bask in the festivities, in fact, what was left of his family hardly socialised at all.

         blinks,  she's not so sure what to say on the manner.   "oh. okay. that's ... cool?"   no because really,  what's someone supposed to say ?  thanks for killing the vibe ?  she's trying to make her apartment a home,  sorry for using the holidays for an excuse to decorate.    "you could always, like, not show up. if that's your thing. nothing wrong with staying at home."  // @withhale.

          a part of her wants to say yes.  she lived with lucas and his mom once,  no ?  but that also means she didn't leave just lucas  -  she left his mother,  too.  his mother,  who took her in,  raised her as her own;  left the woman to run away with her father,  only to meet the worst possible ending.  she's a  terrible  sister and step-daughter.  and she's enternalized it.   "alright dude; just because i complimented you on it, does not mean you can brag about it!"   and it earns a laugh from luna,  but it breaks the ice.  still,  it doesn't stop the wolf from pausing at his offer,  eyes widening a fraction of a centimeter.   "definitely. but uh - are you sure it wouldn't be weird? or awkward? i mean, i wouldn't blame your mom for like, wanting to put wolfsbane in my meal."   //  @ofthxrns.

Anya Taylor-Joy as Margot Mills • The Menu (2022) dir. Mark Mylod

"dude are you serious? that's a genius idea. kind of jealous i didn't think of it myself - though i suck at baking so i would of probably poisoned the whole town if i tried." lexi joked, eager to take the cookie, biting into it happily. "oh my god these are amazing."

        bambi blue eyes will flutter up at the blonde,  lightening up at her compliment.    "as long as you follow a recipe to the t - you shouldn't have an issue,"   she suggests,  though she doubts the blonde will take the advice.  and luna doesn't blame her;  baking is far more fun,  and far more successful,  with other people around.  luna grins,  hands clasping together excitedly.   "you like it, for real!?"

absolutely the thought that counts, in this case. " this is such a cute idea ! " beams down at the box in her hands before lifting it to rest gently against her non-beating heart. " i don't care what it tastes like, this is a delivery worth recipe repeating. consider us friends. " offers a hand, ready to shake. " alice cullen. "

         practically heart eyes,  a girl yearning for attention and affection,  pleased this is going much better than it could go worse.  maybe beacon hills will be okay this time around.   "d'ya think? i sifted every single ingredient i could. wanted to get the texture perfect."   girl only spent a solid  ...  4 hours baking !  grins at the other,  tucking some copper hair behind her ear,  takes her hand and squeezes.    "hi alice. i'm luna thornhill. as you can tell, i'm new to town."

kennedy walsh, 23rd birthday outfit.