"not interesting enough yet." leo murmured, raising an eyebrow. "this is probably the most fun you guys have had since coming here that first day, huh?"

"those of us who got to go on a date i think had a lot of fun on those but this is definitely one of the top moments so far." she smiled, thinking back to the helicopter ride. "not what you thought you'd be walking into?" she chuckled.

her eyes dropped to where that touch lingered — and then lifted back up just as steadily. "nothing to lose," she paused, meeting azalea's eyes once again. "doesn't mean there's nothing to gain." wyatt was slowly starting to lose whatever game they were playing. her desire was growing by the second and she was losing what control she had. then she steps in again, not enough to fully close the gap, just enough to press against that invisible line azalea keeps drawing and redrawing.

wyatt doesn’t look away when azalea closes the distance—in fact, she leans into it, just enough to erase any doubt. a quiet huff of amusement slips past her lips. "i don't say things that i'm not willing to prove. another step forward, closing the gap this time, leaving very practically no space between them. close enough that her voice doesn’t need to carry. wyatt’s voice drops, softer now, "there's no hesitation here."

"Gotta start putting that on a quick application prior to crossing the threshold or even inviting them over." Although pouring milk in a bowl, prior to adding cereal, was borderline demonic, it could have been worse if the man had sex with socks on. "I don't think so. Got more of a tic when I have poker chips in my hand, every time, I inevitably create this repetitive pattern of tapping." A fellow player pointed it out one day, and he never thought twice about it. "What about you?"

"it's a first date question ever since then, truly." she laughed, the sound light and easy as she leaned back slightly, her eyes flicking up to his with a playful glint. "i'll be honest, my first instinct was to say that would drive me crazy but i tap my nails on everything so i get it. is it a nervous thing or just something you do with idle hands?" she questioned. " this one i'd say is a matter of opinion but i love pineapple on pizza."

"time to get the fucking party started. being dropped into the house at this party... gotta say, i'm not mad at it."

“now that’s the energy i like to see.” she leaned in slightly, a slow grin spreading across her face. “this party is getting interesting real quick.” she swirled her drink absentmindedly.

Her dream home was a cottage, so this kitchen was far larger, but she  made notes of things if that dram ever came to pass. "I am always happy to have a sous chef! What's your favorite thing to make?" Sydney could bond with other foodies right away and knew she'd like Wyatt's energy from their initial entrance into the villa. "I have been moving a bit slower, but out of all the chats I've had so far, I've enjoyed mine with Alec the most so far." This whole ordeal was strange, but it was getting easier with each passing moment. "If you could create the perfect guy for you, what would that look like?"

“i’m one hundred percent your girl,” she said with a playful tilt of her head, brushing a loose strand of hair behind her ear as a small smile tugged at her lips. “i love making cakes, experimenting with different flavours.” her eyes lit up a bit as she spoke. "that’s so fair, honestly, moving slower helps you get a better feel for each person. ” she nodded, leaning back against the counter. "he seems like a good one."

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she let out a soft, knowing hum, the corner of her mouth lifted as her gaze followsed azalea’s slow sweep of the room. there was no hurry in her posture—just a quiet kind of confidence as she took a step closer. "i'm sure it's both for some people." she started. "but i don't think anyone's truly off limits. 'specially not for a girl who looks like that." she slowly looked the girl from head to toe.

"no no, you were one of my top choices, actually. I’d be lying if I said the attraction wasn’t there—you’re really good-looking, and that definitely caught my attention to start. i know we haven't have too much of a chance to get to know each other and really connect but i like what i've seen so far and i think we could have fun together." wyatt knew he had connections with other girls, she would be blind if she didn't but she wanted her chance too.

wyatt let out a low, easy chuckle, one corner of her mouth pulling up as she watched her for a second longer than necessary. she shifted a little closer too, not quite mirroring her, but not backing off either.

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"hm, we could be. i picked you so maybe we could find out." she smiled. "though some of the other couples seem like they could be matches too. it's crazy that we've stumbled into three so early on."

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"it was a definitely a difficult decision, picking someone to match with this early, knowing any of them could be my 'perfect match'. but i think remy and i will vibe well together and i'm excited to see how the week goes."

wyatt let out a soft huff of amusement, her head tilted as she studied her for a beat longer than necessary, like she’s deciding whether to take the bait or not. “sweet at first,” she echoes, “that’s usually where people get in trouble.” she let out a quiet, knowing hum, eyes settling on her like she already decided he believes it. "i might pack a little punch. the kind that sneaks up on you.”

"okay, that’s fair," she admits, a hint of a smile lingering as she glances at him, "it would be a bit weird if everyone just… dumped their entire life story on day one." her head tilts, playful now. "still," she adds lightly, "i think we should all start unpacking."

"I know...it's truly a dream kitchen." For however long she stayed in the villa, Sydney had made the mental note to at least cook or bake at least once a day. It was just glorious and she didn't know the next time she'd step into one of this caliber. "I can do chocholate an plain! Thanks for the inspo." They'd be perfect to wake up to tomorrow. "Same, same! Anyone catch your eye just yet?"

"if i ever build my own house, i'll send a picture of this kitchen to the architect and interior designer and tell them to build me this." she huffed a laugh. "no problem! if you ever need a sous chef, let me know." she paused. "...maybe not for the croissants. but anything else!" wyatt was a great cook, but she wasn't always the best with how precise baking had to be. "well firstly, everyone's beautiful. but there's a few that i think i could potentially connect with. luka, remy, cassian, kael. what about you?"

"i did not know that existed but it sounds delicious." she paused. "is that why it describes you so well?" she added, her tone playful, leaning in just a little, elbows resting on her knees as the firelight reflected in her eyes.