you hesitate, you die.

“I was going to tell you that there’s an eyelash on your cheek, and then you started, well, being yourself. Maybe if you stopped talking out of your arse people would like you more. You ever think about that, Nicky?”

Hadley: neither of those options are easily achievable. thankfully the library stays open late so I usually just end up there.

Hadley: kinda getting mixed signals here, Nick...

Hadley: I guess I'll leave you to enjoy your evening. you know where I am if you change your mind.

Nick: Library? They still have those?

Nick: How is getting a boyfriend a had task when you have a face and a body like that?

I’m literally the least busiest woman alive. After I finish my homework all I do is nap or read a book. I’m still not even sure why you hang out with me.

Hadley had been walking towards the library, a heavy book bag slung over her shoulder, when she heard Nick yelling at someone she didn’t know for staring at him. Deciding that the library could wait for a few minutes, she changed direction and walked towards the source of the yelling. “I thought I heard your calm tone”, she teased with a small smile. “Whose staring at you?” she asked curiously.

Hadley: want to help me drink an entire bottle of bourbon then?

Hadley: my day has been pretty shitty and now my roommate has kicked me out so that she can spend some quality time with her boyfriend.

Hadley: we can sit in moody silence and get progressively drunker until our days don't seem so terrible

Nick: I think I'll have to pass.

Nick: You need a new roommate. Or a boyfriend.

A laugh escaped from her lips at Nick’s realization. She was still baffled as to how he was able to turn every situation, including the way her own best friend teased her costume, into a compliment. At the same time, in the back of her mind, she added it to the list of things she admired about Nick. “Thank you,” was all she could muster, still trying to hold back laughter. Sure, almost every other given day he usually teased her just as much as Jordan did, but there were the good days. There were days he’d sweeten her up to the point where she wasn’t really sure what to say. Still, Paisley was getting better at it. Her little smirk returned when he asked his question. “Of course I am. What kind of Shaw would I be if I didn’t?” She almost challenged, crossing her arms. Usually when they were in such proximity, Paisley would take the time to admire his lips. Although she already knew how they tasted, that only gave her all the more incentive to lean forward and kiss him. But tonight they were playing the game again, at least that’s how Nick was making it seem, and she knew how to hold her ground. The Latina cautiously raised a brow at his request. “…Okay.”

“If your dad owns it, can’t he still be in charge? My dad would struggle to let me be in charge of a coffee machine, let alone a whole business. Yeah, I think you mean lacrosse. ‘s not the easiest game to get the hang of. Want to go out and do something, then?”

I’m sorry, what was your name again? I don’t think I know you, maybe I should be calling the cops to tell them about a campus stalker. Okay, fine. But I’ll give you a fair warning; I’m pretty un-extraordinary at making coffee trips a fun time. Mostly I ramble on about books or the last movie I saw, which is always the opposite of fun… or so I’m told. Wait, who said anything about free coffee? I’m definitely not buying yours if that’s what you think. Oh yeah? I guess we will see. I might’ve been exaggerating a little bit, you’re not the worst person to be around. I suppose you’re gonna have to get used to the disappointment, aren’t you Cavalcante?

“Yes, really”, she said simply. “I’ll show you the photos of me at the shooting range sometime”, she added. She could see the surprise etched on Nick’s face as he clearly hadn’t been expecting her to agree so easily. Hadley muttered a word of thanks as he passed her the chips before laughing as he asked for the dirt. “Well, I haven’t personally got married but I looked hot as hell as maid of honour for Gemma”, she said with a smile. “I haven’t been on any dates recently. No one has really caught my eye”, Hadley explained. That wasn’t entirely true; Nick had certainly captured her interest but that wasn’t something she was willing to disclose. “As for hook ups… the last time I fooled around with anyone was a few weeks ago. Jesse and Lola asked if I wanted to join them so I thought I’d give it a shot”. Hadley wasn’t embarrassed or secretive when it came to her sex life. “What about you? Are you going to share some juicy gossip?”

“Yes, the bride. We’re marrying each other. It’s just like a straight wedding, but there are two girls. Thank you. I’m excited.”

“I’ll have you know Mel loves me. And what’re you giving me relationship critiques for? You’re the one with a big fat crush on one of the easiest people to talk to, yet you still can’t tell her you’d like to go on a proper date. And no, my feet are on a beach in Florida buried in sand.

“The tie is so ugly,” Gemma persisted, still waving around the alternative. She didn’t understand how he couldn’t see it. His whole suit was perfectly acceptable up to that point.

[text]: like any other day. stressful.

[text]: don’t really feel like celebrating, Hads. Might not be the best company if I’m being honest.

peach: do you have any piercings or tattoos?

raspberry: favorite flower?

lemon: do you have any pets? what are their names?

mango: what is your trademark?

passion fruit: how would you describe your style?

pineapple: sexual orientation?

strawberry: favorite desserts?

cherry: can you play any musical instruments or can you sing?

grape: if you could take a vacation anywhere in the world, where would you go?

banana: favorite horror movies?

blackberry: is your life an action film, a comedy, a romantic comedy, or drama?

pomegranate: when do you feel the most confident?

cantaloupe: what are your parents' names?

guava: dark & dramatic makeup or natural makeup?

tangelo: if you could be any mythical creature, which would you be?

plum: favorite clothing brands?

coconut: favorite perfume?

lychee: satin or lace?

blueberry: what do you want to dress up as for halloween?

apple: what do you use more, tumblr or twitter?

kiwi: what's something that fascinates you?

watermelon: do you have a job? if so, what is your job title?

papaya: what song describes your aesthetic?

cranberry: favorite time of the day; morning, afternoon, dusk, or night?

nectarine: would you consider yourself an emotional person?

orange: do you have long eyelashes?

apricot: what do you do when you're sad?

star fruit: favorite sea creature?

“Maybe both girls want to be active participants rather than just waiting around for their turn. We know Hadley’s done that before and that would definitely make little Miss Bookworm a lot more interesting.”? Clearly this person has never met me. I don’t know why I read this.