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Daisy felt true amusement and joy watching Adam snuggle up to Moose. The love that man had for his dog was adorable and one of the many reasons Daisy loved being around him, the way dogs react to people always said a lot about the person. She sat on the floor in front of the sofa with her legs crossed as she looked at the tall man currently sprawled on her sofa in her new home after a really fun night chilling together and watching their favouite trilogy, hopefully no one would tell Disney that little bit of truth. 

Daisy lifted the cup to her lips a smile spreading further as he reached for his own and sat up for a moment she felt like a child looking up to her teacher as she waited for the register to be read out, she let out a chuckle and moved to sit by him instead,”I had to move i felt like you were about to tell me off for giggle to my friend while you taught a lesson.” She teased resting her forehead on his broad shoulder laughing. “Look laugh all you like about me falling asleep but I have only just moved and have some jet lag, i was living 5 hours behind before now” She grinned. 

It almost felt as if no time had past since they spent these kind of mornings in between shooting their trilogy. Adam always enjoyed the time with Daisy, because she’s always been a breath of fresh air to him, no matter what was happening in the world. They were in a world of their own, at least for a little while. The actor took a sip from his own cup, before nearly spitting the drink out at Daisy’s comment as he shook his head fondly and continued with his coffee, loosely wrapping his free arm around his former co-star’s shoulders.

I’ll put the Coffee on || Adam and Daisy

Daisy could hear the soft sound of birds outside something she was becoming used to in her home in royal slowly, nothing like her more uban concrete jungle home in London the past few years. Her eyes still shut sleep still taking hold of her body in a big way but slowly lifting. After a moment she realised she wasn’t in the comfort of her bed, her pillow was hard and there was  no sheet over her. She shifted slightly and felt someone next to her realisation hitting her, she turned slightly to look at the familiar face lay behind her letting out a chuckle, before looking at the empty glasses on the coffee table, bowl of half eaten popcorn, Guess they didn’t make it all the way through the film marathon like they hoped they would.

She made her way to the coffee machine preparing it before smiling as Kimiko came over to her in high spirits, “Hungry” she smiled as she quickly emptied a can into the dog bowl, she asked her to sit smiling as she did and stroking her head followed with a kiss to the soft fur on the top of her head as she placed the bowl down for the dog. “Eat up pretty girl” She chuckled as she made her way back to Adam placing one coffee cup on the table before starting to wave the other under the sleeping mans nose as she sat on the small bit of sofa not taken up by him. “Wake up” She said before taking a sip from the cup smiling as she waited for him to stir not even sure if he was even still asleep or just playing so to humour her.

The first thing that awoken Adam’s senses was the smell of fresh coffee, tickling his nostrils. After all, he was a New Yorker at heart, and that was definitely one of the stereotypes that he could get behind — coffee before anything else. He could feel some weight on his lap, and he was quick to figure out that it was his own beloved Moose, snoozing the morning away. The two of them certainly had that in common. With his eyes still closed, Adam gave his dog a light scratch at the top of his head, just behind his ears, and could feel the animal stretch in content. 

I just met your co-star Daisy, and I was lucky to get to know John Boyega a while back. He was really vocal about not being happy about the direction things went. Mmm, that’s Chris, me and some others with the whole Avengers Endgame ending. Some things should have been different, and they were so needless? But one thing is mighty cool - Sam as the new Captain America! My friend Anthony’s kids were so happy with this, you don’t even know. Little ones, big ones, props, dogs, whatever we can get our hands on - just a fun little open air thing to do. Have them write scripts? That would be amazing! I’ll definitely ask Delta and Linc, these two always come up with stories to tell. And even if, that’s what friends are here for, right? Running is a staple… but it’s not a full body workout, and to keep up with the requirements for filming, I need to do full body weight and gym training…

Oh! You’ve met Daisy already? She’s a real gem, that one. I told her about our little theatre idea and she is most definitely on board already, so even if the worst happens, we at least have one more team member to go down with the ship alongside us. Ah, yes, John wasn’t happy about it, but he wasn’t as vocal as Oscar. He ripped Disney to shreds and I couldn’t be more proud of him speaking up about it all. Kids writing their scripts will be the highlight of the evening, I can assure you that. We did something similar for a special event with AITAF on Father’s Day a couple years back and it was such a funny, wholesome, and overall incredibly positive experience. Aye, that’s what friends are for, you’re right. Helping you get back up when you feel like shit... and always being there when you need a work-out buddy.

This is true because you’re stupidly big, at least Moose isn’t a bullmastif or something he’s still pretty standard sized. But no the size difference never affected us other than maybe neck pain looking up or down at each other. No i’m kidding i’m tall enough for us not to have dealt with that. Have you been taking after Harrison and edging to carpentry or have you just been buying nice wooden furniture? I’m amused slightly by that but not surprised teens would have thought they were really clever coming up with something like that as apposed to anything else, I mean it could have been BFG, Green Giant, or anything else, Hagrid even if you had the long hair back then which i know you didn’t in high school so you avoided that one. I swear to god i did not need an image of you carrying me around like a toddler in one of those harnesses and i will be working hard at trying to erase it from my mind now thank you very much. Well i think we can organise that some time especially now i’m not an ocean away let me know when you need me and i’ll get myself freed up to do some AITAF things, be it readings or a short play or whatever you want me for. I’d love to help. That boy does not know his weight but in a way i like it because when he jumps on my lap it’s like he’s a weighted blanket or something which are really calming. Who would have thought, when you’re young shaving gives people a baby face and now he’s the age he is it’s making him look older, what age do you think that shift happens because I’m very intrigued now.

Please never be worried to reach out to me Adam, i’m more likely to worry if you don’t reach out and you don’t want that now do you.The radio silence at times was more of a worry for sure i wanted to know all the people i care about were safe with all this scary stuff.I missed you too Adam now we can make up for lost time and enjoy the whats left of the summer here together, I’m going to be bugging you all the time. You’re going to hate it.

Even if there was any kind of kink in my neck from looking down at you the whole time, I’d say it was definitely worth it. I have actually gone down the route of carpentry. I don’t know how much of an influence Harrison really was, but I’m glad I went there. I should give you a tour of my new place when you come around; I am rather proud of it. I hope you still remember our deal, Daise. Just like it was back in Brooklyn. You come around with a record and then take one home from the library. I’m so glad I got all of my vinyl safely transferred to Royal so I can continue this tradition with people. It was such a fun experience, really. I’ve never had Hagrid, no, but it’s probably because I couldn’t grow any facial hair at all for the longest time. Plus, I am pretty sure that Potter series was only at the start of its hype, so I think the reference would’ve gotten over a lot of people’s heads. I did get a few ‘Dumbo’s though, which was never quite pleasant, but I didn’t mind it. High school will always be high-school. Well, we haven’t planned anything for AITAF just yet, but Seb — remember Sebastian? — and I have been thinking about a little make-shift open air theatre here in Royal. You know, with all the rules of social distancing, but a chance to bring theatre back to life again, especially after all this isolation period and all. I’d be excited to see you join in. I honestly don’t know when the age starts to show, and at this point I’m too afraid to shave and find out that it’s already been happening.

Well now it has to happen because even with the size difference i feel like moose and Kumiko will get on really well, she will just be loving all the attention. Ey i can throw something of a punch even if my hands aren’t as big as yours sometimes a smaller circumstance makes it even worse it’s like a needle jab. And i would not fit in your pocket i’m not that small I’m actually above average for a woman slightly you’re just stupidly stupidly big. Besides i’ve dealt with the fire man hold from you i know you can carry me about easily.You are doing amazingly at it be it with friends or with your charity you definitely are a giving person. I like the sound of that for sure as long as we add in sleepy pups passed out on the floor too. Mmmm i guess i could settle for that but lets be honest now shall we Keanu as much as their were all those immortal vampire rumours flying around which in all honesty i bought into for a while because some of those paintings and such from the past were a little creepy, he’s starting to show his age now and you sir are just getting better with age fine wine not boxed one in your case.

Well we’re having no more of that mister, and i’m actually kind of annoyed you didn’t ring me when you were feeling down you know my sleep is shit any way so even with the time difference i would have been there for you if you needed. good thing i’m here now and close by to stop it happening again

I have no doubt they would be fast friends. I mean, the size difference didn’t stop us from bonding, right? I have a feeling they’re going to get along like a house on fire.. but without the actual fire, of course. A lot of things in my home is made of wood, we don’t want any fires starting any time soon. My library is very important to me. They used to call me a Sasquatch in high-school for a reason, I know I’m freakishly tall... which is why I probably would be able to fit you in my pocket. Or one of those carriers you strap on the back for infants and toddlers. Thank you. I’m trying, I really am. It means so much to me to see the work I’m putting in actually paying off. It’s an incredibly rewarding feeling. And I can only thank all of the amazing people who helped me along the way and volunteered to take time off their day to join me in this journey. Which reminds me... when are you going to come with us? There’s no running away from me or AITAF, not anymore. Of course the pups will be at our feet... if not in our lap. You know hwo Moose can be, especially when you’re around. Well, I think the main reason Keanu’s age is showing these days is because he shaved for the Bill & Ted sequel. Which is also the same reason why I will never shave again. Just to put it out there. 

Oh well she isn’t a puppy i think it’s just the whole she’s a rescue and went a while without that one loving owner after she was brought in. She’s exactly like him in that way i they said she was seven when i got her and she’s a bit of a madman at time but the one thing that is for sure is she will always accept cuddles. I know and i’ve wacked you a good few times and you’ve barely flinched you’re too big to be threatened by me even with anything combat wise i learn. We did besides i think you also expanded mine a bit and helped me some of the true art of some films that i hadn’t before. That damn Julliard training. You always know when best to bring out those films i’m behind us having another binge but you know this either means we have to start early or we have to accept maybe passing out on the sofa after they finish. You also know full well how much those films made me question any potential relationship since we first watched them and are probably a big reason i’ve been single for years i want my ethan hawke okay. Well then i better stick around and keep you uplifted  bit more cause you can’t start sinking into yourself i won’t allow it.

That’s it. If not for me, you have to bring your lovely lady for Moose. You know, so they could bond over being rescues and all that. She sounds like an absolute sweetheart, just like her human-Mum. I guess the reason why I didn’t even flinch is because you’re so tiny. I mean... come on. You have have all the dark streaks and combat training you can get, Cottontail, but you’re still tiny enough for me to carry in my pocket... and I love it. Julliard training is an art form in on itself, I suppose. It helped me through a lot of issues, so the least I can do is offer all that I’ve learned to others... and I think I am doing a damn decent job with that. Most of the time. Listen, I don’t know about you, but the passing out on the couch to a Linklater film, a glass of cheap boxed wine and good company is a night well spent in my book. Well, damn, Daise. I know I ain’t no Ethan Hawke, but some people have told me I look like Keanu Reeves. Would that work for you, too, or..?

Well yeah thats probably true, because although she has the escape artist trait to a tee she is also a bit of a madam when it comes to wanting fuss and will go up to any stranger and expect to be loved down so anyone who remotely came close would have her by their side expecting to be cuddled. Be careful you may find it cute calling me cottontail but like me she has a dark streak and combat skills. See now thats better admit the truth Adam. In fairness i feel you taught me a lot when it comes to good movie and play content which im always greatful for. Depends what you have in mind when you say something nice. Mmm well I’ll believe you but that also makes me really worried about you, what kind of state have you been letting yourself get into in my absence and of i didn’t move here how bad would you have got?

I remember when Moose was just a puppy and it’s all too familiar. There’s something about dogs enjoying soaking in all the affection they can get. I mean, Moose is far from a puppy now, but he would still allow somebody to break into my apartment as long as they give him belly rubs. Darling, I’ve seen your dark streak and your combat skills. I’ve been on the receiving end of those, remember? I think I can handle it. Well, I’m always excited to introduce people to things that I enjoy watching. It just so lucked out that our tastes are fairly similar. Does that mean we’re due for another Richard Linklater marathon? I think it’s been awhile since we had one of those. How about we just skip that question all together and let’s just both be happy that I won’t have to be in that state anymore, alright?

Oh, and they’ll outsass you, my daughter can do that like a pro, it’s so fascinating. It’s funny and cute, and kinda scary just how much they pick up from around them. Like Lisa recently came to me and asked me, whether our closet bedroom door at noon had meant that her dad had made me “happy again” - we just crashed for a nap, but… how did she come to that conclusion? I mean… We do, unfortunately, and that makes me sad. Perhaps we should try and keep that child-like wonderment with us. “Cheers!”? It’s like the Renner home, or NSV or SINS, just places people turn to. 

That’s so true. I don’t know if you ever came across it, but a while ago, there was this series of videos on the internet titled Conversations With My 2-Year-Old, where the writer of these skits took conversations he had with his two-year-old daughter and gave the lines to his friend. Honestly, the sass factor was right out there! I believe, as actors, we still have it, even if it’s sometimes hidden underneath all the adult responsibilities and every-day worries. I think our job allows us to tap into that child-like innocence we’re holding onto. I have to say, I only have been in Royal for so long, but it made me feel right at home almost immediately. I think that’s the magic of this place. It feels at home, no matter if you’ve lived here for years or just moved in last weekend.

I think youd have trouble stealing her and besides if you did youd have to be very careful shibas are escape artists and if you lost my baby girl in the streets of a new town i would question our friendship in its entirety. You’re such a spoil sport are you telling me that you would really be annoyed if i had done that. Im also very very insulted you think my movie taste is bad I’ll have you know i have impeccable taste and now i will be keeping it from you because im just that petty mister. Besides ive done work outs with you I’ve smelt your stank before and survived it i think i would have managed. Unless you’re saying you refuse to see me unless you’re freshly showered now diva.

Oh, that’s right. She’s a shiba. That’ll be difficult, but I’m always up for a challenge, especially if puppy cuddles are involved. This town might be new to you, but I’ve been here for quite some time now, so I wouldn’t worry too much. Besides, everyone is so friendly and helpful here, you’d have your puppy back at your door in less than an hour. I’m just teasing you, Cottontail. I know your movie tastes are sometimes even better than mine. I miss our movie nights together. We should definitely celebrate your move here to Royal with something nice for the evening. Although I would ask you to give me a heads up if you could. My work-out sweat is one thing, but this... this is a whole different story, I tell you. One you wouldn’t want to experience. 

Does that mean you are keeping moose cuddles and adam cuddles away from me because if so very hurt, and also i will retaliate by keeping kumiko cuddles away from you and you’ve yet to have those you don’t even know how great it is to get cuddles from that gorgeous fluff. I mean the intent was to surprise you why do you think i double checked your address recently it was to send a surprise package to you i’e me on your door step with food and a good movie. But you went and ruined my plan shame on you.

I am, in fact, keeping both Moose and Adam cuddles away from you. It’s fine, I’ll steal your puppy away some other night to see how good those cuddles really are. I told you before that I don’t like surprise visits. What if I didn’t have a shower that morning, huh? You wait outside my door with food and a movie, and there I am, opening the door, sending a stink of last night’s Chinese takeaway and depression right in your face. It probably wasn’t even a good movie anyway.

No? Did they do you so wrong? If so, I didn’t realise, sorry. I’m still under contract, not like I can get out of that so easily. It’ll be all right - they won’t actively try to kill us, I don’t think. We just need to make a small stage - you do wood work, right? - and then put it up and act something fun out, pages in hand. Get others involved, make it a spontaneous theatre festival with appropriate social distancing measures. I’ve always been on the daring side. And even if, I can still defend myself. Or walk away to let you walk it off. I’ve stayed in shape, thanks to online live streams with my coach Don, but those don’t really do the real thing justice. 

It was... a lot. Not only for me, but for a bunch of my co-stars, too. I’m not gonna say I regret the production, because not only did it introduce me to so many great people, it basically made a little boy inside me very excited and very happy... but I just wish things were different. — I do, yeah! I’ll get on it right away. That sounds like a whole lot of fun, actually. We could get the little ones involved, too. Have them write scripts for us to reenact on stage or something like that. Make it fun for the whole family, you know? Aye, I admire your courage, man. You haven’t seen me at my worst yet, and let’s hope you never get to. Online training can be fun, but it’s never the same. I would go jogging with Moose every once in a while, but it doesn’t quite do the body justice the same way a proper session of working out really does.

You should see Kristen - she isn’t happy by any definition. And - coming back, I’ll have to quarantine, which will be weird, because I haven’t seen the inside of my apartment in the last six months… But safety first, right? Oh, I will, I have Anthony with me, which is nice. My partner in crime. My other retired, sadly. I get to go round his house a lot, though to see my godchildren. Aw, that happens, and really… in this time and age, I feel like only very few are lucky to escape that. Perhaps we need to do something about that? Like little acting moments outside? Tiny soapbox theatre or so? I’m not scared, you’re a big bear inside, so I’m not worried. And really appreciative of having you back as a buddy. Kristen’s daughters are enthusiastic, but I can basically stem them both one handed. 

I can only imagine. You shouldn’t trust me to give you any advice, I’m not... on very good terms with Disney at all, but hey, all the best luck to ya. I’m just a call away if you need to talk to anyone about anything. — That’s actually not a bad idea at all. A little outdoors impromptu theatre would be a fun idea. I’m sure we could find some participants for that, too. Hey, maybe you should be scared. Big black bears are usually the most vicious ones. But yeah, I’m with you there. I could use somebody to get me out of the house and work out with. I think this pandemic made me just a touch out of shape.

Good, good. Slowly getting ready to go back to work. The siren call has come, and I have to answer. You know how Disney is. Miserable? What about? Or just generally? Aw, Adam, sorry to hear that. Anyway, now that you have stopped hibernating, can I count on you being a workout and literary buddy again?

Oh no... my sincerest condolences, man. I know exactly the way they are and I just hope you get out of there alive. Or at least, alive enough for us to still meet up every once in a while. Uh, yeah. Don’t worry about it. It’s just my occasional ‘let’s just feel like crap for no reason’ month. The lack of work really put me to a negative space, but I’m slowly getting out of it, which is all I can hope for. Acting has been my coping mechanism, my own personal anger management classes... so without it, I’m a bit scary, even to myself. — Hell yeah, man. You have me at your side. Always.

So I see you’ve resurfaced, man - I missed seeing your face around. @ryldriver​

Ei, my man! How you’re doing? Yeah, I decided to finally leave my man cave and stop being miserable, despite what this world is slowly turning into.