DOES THAT SCARE YOU?

There was no better culmination to the lively hustle of the days past than an evening spent by the water. Day after day was spent basking in the ethereal beauty before him. Could be the idyllic Lake Bled and its proclaimed healing powers by merely gazing upon its glimmering turquoise glory, or looking to his left and seeing a smile that put sunshine to shame beaming up at him. Regardless, Jake had truly been in for it in this recent trip to Slovenia, and breathing in the fresh air for an evening picnic with his beloved would be certainly compliment the rest of the trip’s endlessly blissful spirit.

An individual unexpectedly stepped up behind Scarlett, in his hand was a glass of white wine especially for her. The dark-haired male, who admittedly, had comely features, was obviously not just another average bloke at the painting soireé. Jake Gyllenhaal, a fellow actor whom he’d seen in a couple of films and may have even rubbed shoulders with at a couple of big events in Los Angeles. Bayview is increasingly becoming a new home for Hollywood’s elite, apparently.  His tongue vexingly ran along the bottom row of his teeth as he watched the man make a point by tucking some strands behind her ear, Charlie didn’t take too kindly to the subtle gesture; the hostile undertone as he was addressed by his surname. Jake was like a male feline that marked his territory and he clearly didn’t appreciate another man interacting with his woman. The blonde actress answered him before Charlie managed a response, her demeanour significantly more relaxed since the brunet‘s arrival. Scarlett’s earlier discomfort became abundantly clear to the Englishman, and he was insulted by the implication. His foot slightly moved back, his free hand casually raising in a ‘take it easy’ manner, “Whoa… hey,” blue eyes glanced from her to Jake. “Listen, bro, I’m not trying to start any trouble here. I was just being friendly. Easy…”

@scarlettjohansssn or @gyllensisland ?

A mixtape? This idea is getting out of hand and honestly, I’m all for it. I would love to sing ‘Shallow’, but I can’t hit those high notes during the chorus. It’s really disheartening, but we can’t all be Lady Gaga, can we? Oh, you bet! I love her so much that I dressed up as her at a themed-party a few years back – meat dress and everything. I can definitely give it a try, I have nothing to lose. Pajama party wiki page: Brought back by Ana de Armas in 2020, credits also go to Jake Gyllenhaal for the inspiration. How does that sound? Ah, I’m so excited for this movie to come out already, thank you so much! My Ugg slippers are going to be my new trademark item. And you still went with the Crocs? What does Scarlett have to say about that? Tons of Disney films, no shame about that. Not gonna lie, I think I’ve always envisioned myself as a badass princess. Even when I cross the street and see someone, the first thing that comes to mind is which character they could portray. I’m pretty sure I have a Disney problem, Jake.

I think you’d kill it, honestly. Not all of us can be Stef, that’s for sure, but we can only try and those attempts are all that matter, right? Meat dress, too?! Now, how in the world did you manage to get your hands on those, Miss Ana? Have you come across her yet in town? Her and Darren are the nicest, wonder if they’re coming on the trip. You’re coming, right? Oh, gotta love that. No better credits to have on your Wiki. Of course! It’s gonna be massive. I did, they’re bright green and make me feel like I’m Killer Croc. Scarlett? Like, Scarlett Johansson? No idea, no clue what her thoughts on Crocs are, De Armas, no idea why you’d even ask. You’d make an awesome badass princess, c’mon, I’m seeing... maybe Rapunzel? They haven’t done a live-action adaptation of that one yet, right? You could pull it off, you’ve got the wit and the sass. Who do you take me for?

Wait, are you telling me you have Plankton socks? Because I’m going to need to see those immediately. You will NEVER get the Krabby Patty recipe from me. It’s my life’s mission to keep it safe and out of your evil hands. It’s in a very secret hiding space that only myself and Mr. Krabs know about and you’ll never find it. I was a hermit even when I was single. But being a hermit with your boyfriend just makes things so much better. We mainly just lay around and watch TikToks together and have movie marathons. So I certainly can’t complain. I would love to grab some drinks on the beach sometime with you. It may not be a cool swim-up bar but we’ll still make it fun. Yes, please do. I’m going to need to see this first-hand.

I am absolutely telling you I have Plankton socks, yes, ma’am. My girlfriend got me some Spongebob ones for Christmas and I felt like if I didn’t get the whole gang, I’d be doing them a disservice, you know? Wait, let me guess, is it hidden in one of the vinyl records you have at your place, presumably one of great taste such as The Wiggles or our queen and savior, Miss Rihanna? Oh, I just recently downloaded Tik Tok and I’ve been having the best time with it but I’ve had to look up so many terms recently, like, what the hell’s a simp and why is everyone one for that kid from The Kissing Booth, y’know? Hey, if you’re going on the trip, we can also make this an international affair! Think we can find some cool bars by Lake Bled?

Absolutely, I’m always more the type to stress myself silly until it gets underway. Was like this with my production company and my charity, SameYou. I’ve decided to take a bit of a break till the end of June. Kit’s parents and my parents are coming in this week to see Bayview all together since we moved in together, and then we’re going back to London for a week. Which means I’m going to just enjoy myself! Starting with the carnival. Even if I don’t have a school kid myself, can’t hurt to join in on the fun! Oh are you? Am I allowed to submit myself to be a food tester of these products? Mainly because I just want to eat and see how good this food is. Oof, but fighting you on it is half the fun of who’s going to pay the check! Favorite spot in town.. hm, I’m gonna say any place with Italian is easily a favorite. Or Indian food, mm, yeah that’s delicious. That you may be wooing a certain best friend, love of my life?

Yeah? Hope this doesn’t mean you won’t be joining us in Lake Bled, Mil, we need our queen/snow elf there with us at all times! How did your parents find Bayview? Have a good time, take them out to the nice restaurants and things? How was London? Got lots to catch me up on yourself, you know! Oh, absofreakinlutely, have at them, please. Don’t expect them to be Bon Appetit level but I can definitely give the guys on Chopped Junior a run for their money, you know? We can have a little squabble at the table just for the good time, how about that? Oh, Italian’s a given, Indian’s just heavenly. I’m a sucker for anything paneer, personally, don’t tell my nutritionist that, though, should be opting for the chicken tikka, but a boy’s gotta have his dairy. Oh, shit, yeah! Y’know, trying to woo Scar and Rosie has been wonderful and I’ll go for the end of the earth for those girls any day, but I’ve been having a little trouble making peace with the puppy -- I think she’s warming up to me a little bit, though. Maybe. Possibly. Might be because I forgot she existed for like four months straight.

Did you erase all the pictures and video footages of that dark time of your life? Oh, I see! So that’s just another reason for you to put those times behind you, right? To be honest, I would never say no to a break, whether I deserve it or not. I am, yeah! I’m gonna work on a new show in town, called Wing It. I’m one of the directors, and I’m really excited about it. What about you?

You’d think I’d be better about finding those and destroying them, but I’m pretty sure Jeanne still has some blackmail material on me just in case. Oh, man, that’s awesome! You guys know what direction you’re taking the production? I’m actually co-directing for In The Night, so, we may be around the studios at the same time. Let’s grab lunch one of these days, yeah? Catch up on shit and things. 

Our FBI agents are rooting for us to be together. We’re the love story of this century. Wow, that really is true love. i would most definitely drive right through the closed road to get to you too. I would kind of love to see how this frenemy dynamic plays out. You’ll be a modern day Lindsay Lohan and Hillary Duff. I’ve just been preparing for Tick, Tick, Boom with Lin Manuel-Miranda. Which I’m incredibly excited about. Yeah? That sounds amazing. Which project exactly?

The fates and the wheels of the universe have worked together to bring us here, to the right place at the right time. Who are we to deny ‘em, right? You coming on that big trip to Slovenia, by the way? Gotta find a way to consummate our love there, too. Oh, that’s the dream. I always thought it was Paris and Lindsay but what do I know. Dude, that’s gonna be massive. Big giant congrats. You’re gonna kill it, as usual. In the Night, actually, local production! It’s been a good time.

I really thought you were. I became really self-conscious that you forgot about what we had and so I let you come back to me. It worked, didn’t it? I had to ask my girlfriend to get a drink for me, they keep thinking my ID is fake and they tell me there is no way I’m a day over 19. I just knew it was your fault. Have you been going around telling people how young you thought I was? 

Were you manifesting me? Because I was manifesting you, did the whole 3-6-9 method and everything, and I have to say, I’m not disappointed. Even got the Father’s Day gift I deserved out of you, which, by the way, still sleeps with me every night, thank you very much. Oh, god, poor Lili. They must’ve thought she’d taken up babysitting -- I’m joking, I’m joking. You’re big and strong and macho and I’ll vow for you any day -- pretty tough guy for being 19. 

So I moved out of Bayview almost three years ago, and I have missed it terribly. One new kid later with the first one way taller than he was when he was born in Bayview, I’m back. Just in time for my birthday. I think the smartest decision I’ve made was not to sell my house in the Suburbs. It was kind of a sign for me that my tenants just moved out right when I got a part in a Bayview studio project. I’m looking forward to get to see what’s new in town, but I’m actually way more interested in going to all my favorite spots again. Anyway, I’m Sam for those I haven’t met before, is there anything huge I’ve missed in town that I should know about?

Came back just in time to start the next year on the right foot, huh, man? That’s awesome, glad you’re back! What’re some of those old spots that you used to frequent? I’m pretty new to the place, about little bit over half a year now, but still feels like it’s early days. This place really has a way of never getting old and drawing you back in, huh? What studio project you working on? I’m not sure there’s anything since I’m not sure I’ve been here long enough what’s changed versus what hasn’t, but ya know, Blackbeard’s still growing pretty strong if that’s your kinda vibe.

okay, so i don’t get to talk to my mum all that much. timezones and her being on a completely different continent play a huge factor, but yeah i finally got to sit down and talk to her for a solid hour or so and you know what she had the nerve to ask me? ‘alycia jasmin, when are you gonna gimme some grandkids? you aren’t getting any younger, and neither am i!’ umm…excuse me?! i don’t speak to this woman in over a month outside of texts and this is what she starts with. you would think she would be greatful i gave her a grand-pup. he’s a decent substitute for a baby right? has anyone else had their mum ask them crazy things like that? i wanna hear all the crazy mum stories. @townofbayview

Oh, man. I sure hope that you shielded that sweet little grand-pup’s ears, can you imagine hearing your human grandma ignore your existence like that? I speak from experience of being that awful human who forgot my girlfriend’s dog existing for probably, like, a good three months. If it’s any help, I’m in a similar boat. I’m nearing my fourth decade and have got two dogs to show for it, what else could we need, right? Naomi's, like, five minutes away from trying to set me up an arranged marriage if I can’t work my shit out by the time I’m 45, so, clock’s really ticking away now. 

Smiling delightedly, blue eyes shifted in the direction of her painting and there was a feigned impressed nod in response as he actually acknowledged and studied her rather interesting looking piece, his eyebrows knitted together as he surveyed the canvas. He thought it best not to take any guesses and went on to praise her attempt at may have been a view of the sun setting into the clouds, but the colours shoddily ran together. “Not bad, not too bad at all. You’re killing it with the choice of colours. I’d say you’ve exhibited some amazing skill here.” he turned to face her with an encouraging grin, “You shouldn’t put down your work of brilliance, who knows, you could be the next Berthe Morisot.” he lauded with a small chuckle. Interestingly enough, Charlie was beginning to sense a bit of uneasiness from the blonde. A hint of concern touched his eyebrows; while her painting wasn’t as grand as he would have her believe it certainly didn’t warrant any feelings of insecurity. “I think your hard work is deserving of a nice glass of wine, actually. May I? It’s my treat.”

(  @gyllensisland​  )

scarlett: i'm ready for the olympic medals, 100%, they'll look great next to the tony in the safe. fashion trends just repeat themselves over and over, and it's time for the tracksuits to be in again. i told you before, jg, i'm spoiling you now that you're mine. if the tracksuit's what you want, then so be it. or, you know, nothing works, too. your call.

scarlett: (that so? whatever you say, honey.) if we ever decide bayview's not for us and canada or france is, we're golden when it comes to translating. that, or anything that gets bought from ikea. visually challenged dorks - FUCK, if that's not a near perfect phrase to describe the pair of us. god help us the day we only have one pair of glasses between the two of us and we both need 'em for something. i can't believe i didn't get my hands on those arms more, but that's what closed doors are for, yeah?

scarlett: doesn't surprise me either. i may have alluded to it - if you wind up talking to him about it, don't feel like you've gotta tell anything beyond what you're comfortable with. it's still nobody's business but ours. ahahahah. so funny. become a comedian. i'm sure sadie would LOVE to see you banished to her doghouse, gyllenhaal; something tells me she'd sacrifice her favorite pillow for the upperhand.

scarlett: we DEFINITELY could have been, especially considering we were at a placed that encouraged the whole topless sunbathing thing. no one fell off a mountain, no one got in trouble for indecent exposure, i got to unashamedly (and drunkenly) check you out at every opportunity... it was definitely a success.

jake: where you gonna have room to put the kindergarten diploma, babe? gonna have to be building a trophy room soon enough with you two little polymaths. i think we can seriously make a good run for them on our first papwalk, you know? get inspired by all those hollywood couples going out and about in their nice tracksuits. make a statement. how about tracksuit for the public, nothing for each other? although i would love to see your 🍑 in a pair of those.

jake: (it is whatever i say, honey. good girl.) wait, rosie knows swedish too? i didn't realize we had a little einstein on our hands. even better! oh, that's the day we just decide to stay in bed all day because otherwise, we're dangers to the rest of humanity and we gotta be considerate, you know? they're all yours whenever you want them, sweet cheeks. you know that.

jake: i'll keep it short and sweet. he should know better than to think either one of us is gonna kiss and tell. that's right, honey. she really would, wouldn't she? it'd be the most satisfying thing ever for her to get her cuddle puddle place back and for me to go stay out there rain or shine. she may even bring me the occasional treat once she's put me in my place.

Really? Damn I wish I was there to see that. I bet it was something very funny. Wild, sure, but funny. I plead guilty. I literally spent all of my time there, sipping cocktails and basically living my best lazy life. Which is what I’m still doing right now, except that I am home. But hey it feels right to do nothing but chilling, right?

Man, I’m glad barely anyone was there to see that. Jailbait days are over. You’d think, right? It’s more CBD stuff. It’s all the craze when you put it in your matcha, actually tastes pretty good. Oh, hell yeah. you deserve a break, I’m glad you let yourself have that, dude. It really shouldn’t, but it does. You gonna be working on any of the upcoming town projects, Z?

That is exactly what’s been keeping me busy. Though that doesn’t excuse me being a shitty friend, which I feel like I’ve been lately. Oh, I’ve not even gotten that far, I’m still in the panic of trying to figure out something people would like. Other than knowing that I want a portion of all proceeds to go to different charities throughout the country and even some international organizations. Don’t worry it won’t be a bakery, while I do love a good sweet treat, Bayview already has some pretty amazing places like that. Though I love that you’re so willing to throw yourself in and help, just cement in that ‘Jake Gyllenhaal is the best friend a girl could need’ in stone. It’s just my own made stress, running a charity, company, being a bit of a notorious perfectionist? Tends to catch up with you. I’ll always take up a good lunch and catching up. I’ve heard there’s some details I need to be filled in on in your life! 

Don’t be silly, c’mon, every new business undertaking can be pretty daunting. If it means you’ve gotta check out for a little bit to get things started, then so be it. You’ve got the mission down, all you’ve gotta do is come up with a service or product. I’m sure people will be pitching them to you left and right. They really do, don’t they? I should pop by more often, but instead, I’m toiling away in the kitchen to try and get that Master Chef status. Pfft, oh, you know, just put in a good word for me in my Yelp page and that’s the only thank you I request. ‘Course it does, though, it’d get to anyone, Mills. Don’t blame yourself. You’ll get it done and you’ll get it done well. I have no doubt about it. Sure thing, what’s your favorite spot around town? My treat, don’t even try and fight me on it. Oh yeah? What’s that you’ve been hearing, curious cat?