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https://archiveofourown.org/works/86092881/chapters/230835926
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Summary: The dreams keep happening, how many times can you tell yourself they mean nothing?
Chapter 5: Well That’s New
Your journal sat open as you walked around the apartment on the phone with Larissa. Someone was coming to shadow you - a new art teacher addition.
“Yes he’ll join the staff on Monday morning, he’s very nice.” She said
“I’m sure he is if you like him.” You said picking up your dishes from this morning.
There was a pause on the line so you stayed quiet, waiting
“You know, Tristen, I was thinking” she started
“That’s dangerous” you laughed
“Listen!” She laughed, “Why don’t you come to the staff wine night?” She asked
You were silent for a moment,
“I suppose I can, I thought it was for established teachers” you said quietly
“You’ve been here long enough, you’re not new. It’s tonight at 8, we meet in my office.” She sounded hopeful
“What’s the dress code?” You asked worrying about what you’d wear
“Business casual, sometimes the board comes” Larissa warned
“Lovely, yeah okay. I’ll be there.” You agreed
“Wonderful, I’ll add your name to the list. I’ll see you later”
With the phone call done you walked over to your journal:
Journal Entry: October 5th
I just agreed to go to the staff wine night for the first time since working here. It feels weird to be invited.
I told Robby about my Larissa dream, he thinks that means I have feelings for her but I don’t know that I do, sometimes you just have weird dreams
Selene and Vlad started dating yesterday, I’m so happy for them, everyone has someone but me now. Even Margery has the groundskeeper.
You closed the journal and slid it back to its place, you went and opened a window, you were going to clean and organize today. you hadn’t gone through your stuff since you started here and it was way past time. Robby was coming to keep you company today so that would be fun.
You got a text from Robby,
ROBSTER: On my way up, bringing coffee
ROBSTER: I know, I’m the best there ever was
You laughed and unlocked the door so he could just come in. You started with your closet today, it’s been a wreck for ages. You knelt down and started in the drawers. Socks seemed the easiest to start with.
Robby came into the room and handed you the coffee, taking a seat on the bed next to you,
“Closet first hm?” He said taking a drink
“It’s the worst off, will you hold the toss bin?” You asked
He grabbed the bin and held it still for you as you tossed socks that had seen better days.
“Tris, do you own any not black socks?” He laughed
“I do! I’m throwing all these away because I’ve worn them out, the secret is I have a pack of unopened socks in here” you shrugged with a smile
Robby was looking at his phone, you assumed it was Scott by the stupid smile on his face.
It was Larissa, but you’d never know.
Larissa sat her phone down as she continued to read her book and drink her tea, today was her day to relax until tonight. Robby texted her again:
Robby Sykes: I really think she likes you too
Larissa Weems: You think so?
Robby Sykes: If she ever found out I told you about that dream she’d have my head.
Larissa Weems: Our secret then.
Robby Sykes: Remember the plan for tonight
Larissa Weems: I don’t forget things.
She placed her phone down and got up to go to her closet. Right as she crossed the threshold there was a knock at the door, she went to see who it was.
“Hello, Tish!” She said hugging her
“I have some news..” Morticia said slowly
“I have the duty stations filled for outreach day, I’d like to go over them.” She said gently
She paused with a sigh, tightening her fingers,
“Alright, come in.” She stepped aside.
“I know you aren’t happy about this, but I think it’s for the best, chèrie.” She said
“Lay it all out, I want details.” Larissa sat down
“Okay so I’ve placed them by dorm, sort of like the buddy system. The teachers will be placed based on which hall they parent or age group they teach.” She started pointing out spots on the map.
“What about the art department, I don’t see them.” Larissa said going through the list again
“They are going to be in the town square, The Weathervane, Uriahs Heap, those sorts of stores. They’ll watch whichever kids get assigned there.” Morticia said
“Place Tristen at Uriahs Heap, she’ll enjoy it.” Larissa said confidently.
“I can do that.” Morticia placed her hand on Larissas
By the time you got done with the closet it looked much different. You’d tossed half of it because you no longer wore it and some of it you’d outgrown.
“Sooooooo” Robby said drawn out
“About that dream…” he offered a weak smile
“Can we not talk about it, it was a one time thing. I’ve had weird dreams about you before, it happens.” You said defensively
“Yeah but Larissa Weems isn’t just a random person” he said smiling
“You’re right, she’s our boss.” You side eyed him
“Tris, it’s okay to have feelings-“
“I do not have feelings for Larissa Weems, Robert Elijah” you threw your hair brush down in exhaustion
“Okay okay, whatever you say, Tristen Rae” He smirked
“I will wipe that smirk off your face” you said pointing your wand at him, but there was no real anger in it
“You keep your wand in your room?” He smiled
“I do, it stays in here so I don’t lose it” you laughed
You moved to the living room next to declutter, you spent the next hour going through all of your stuff and fixing your entertainment center. You gifted Robby some old movies you’d seen too many times.
Robby eventually turned on some music, it helped you both work. Soon you were dancing around the apartment and deep cleaning. The cool air from the rain wrapped you both in a calmness that was unmatched.
Stupid Song by Olivia Rodrigo came on and Robby turned it up, you started to sing along while you did the dishes.
“I’m a car speeding down a boulevard without a brake” you sang loudly
Robby stopped to watch you
“And I want you more than any stupid song could ever say” you continued putting your heart into it.
He walked closer behind you and put his hand on your shoulder.
“I’m a heart made of wax and I’m melting in the sun” you belted out
You became aware of his presence and stopped to look at him,
“This isn’t very having no feelings” he said quietly
“I don’t!” You insisted, “I just like the song!”
“Mhm” he muttered while going to change your laundry over
“I’m serious! It’s not like they’d be reciprocated anyway! She’s way out of my league, much hotter than-“ you stopped yourself
Robby snorted and kept walking,
You sighed in frustration and kept washing dishes.
By the time 4pm rolled around you were done and spent. You’d taken your shower and were sitting on the edge of your bed staring at a text from your sister.
You kept staring at it like the answer was going to write itself but nothing happened. You closed the chat and laid your phone down. You lay back on your bed and closed your eyes, trying to remind yourself that not speaking to them was for the best.
You were sitting on the couch in Larissa’s office when she walked in, wine in hand. You smiled and patted the seat next to you. She sat down,
“How was your day?” She asked
“It was alright, someone tried to eat a pencil” you sighed
She laughed and kissed your temple.
“Trusting children with things such as chalk and graphite is quite the challenge. You’re very brave.”
“I love those kids, I love art, they deserve each other.”
“You love them just as I love you” Larissa cooed
You grabbed your phone and called Robby immediately
“Up here, now” you barked
You got up and paced around the living room, braiding your hair as you went. The front door opened and Robby came rushing in.
“Are you alright?” He sounded winded
“I had another dream” you said
“Larissa Weems” you said dryly
“Oh shut up, I do not have feelings. I’m a witch, maybe it means something.” You said
“It means you like our boss” he said
Larissa was setting things up for the wine night when Morticia and Gomez walked through the door.
“Good evening you both” she smiled
“Hello, Darling” Morticia hugged her
“Wonderful to see you, Larissa.” Gomez greeted
“Do you need help with anything?” Morticia asked
“Just needing to set out the glasses, everything else is ready.” Larissa said pulling out more wine.
The door opened and Robby walked in with you and Selene.
“Hello, lovelies” Morticia hugged each of you
Your eyes found Larissa’s and she smiled at you. You felt your heart do the little thing it did the other day. You silenced it by hugging morticia and talking to Gomez.
Robby and Larissa floated together and you could see them talking.
“You look wonderful tonight, Larissa.” Robby said
“Thank you, darling.” She smiled
You had noticed her outfit as well. She was wearing a black pantsuit and her silver high heels, her hair in its usual updo.
By the time the others showed up it was a proper gathering of teachers. Everyone had their wine and talked amongst themselves quietly. You floated over to Margery who was talking to Larissa.
“There she is, the new addition!” Margery said squeezing your arm
“Hello, Margery” you smiled warmly, “it’s nice to be here”
“It’s nice for you to finally get to be here, I’ve been wondering when you’d show up.” She winked
“You look lovely tonight, Tristen” Larissa said smoothly
You smiled and thanked her. Robby had helped you pick this dress out and the heels. You weren’t much for dresses but you wanted to feel pretty for once. He’d picked out your favorite green dress and some black heels.
Robby was watching from across the room and he saw Larissa eyeing you the whole time you spoke. You were animated so he assumed you were talking about art, he was right.
Morticia walked over to him,
“They are something, aren’t they?” She whispered
“The height difference gives me a romantasy vibe” he laughed
“The plans for outreach day came in today” she said
“How did Larissa do with that?” He asked
“She did well, better than expected. I know she’s wary but I think if she goes through with this then she will warm up.” Morticia said taking a sip
“The kids have noticed her feelings towards Normies, so we have to do something. She cannot stay this way forever.” He said
“And she won’t, I promise. Hatred never prevails, unless it’s Wednesday we are talking about.” She laughed faintly
Ronny laughed and took a drink, still watching you two interact.
By 10pm it had dwindled down to you, Larissa and Robby.
“I must be going, I’m going to Scott’s tonight. I had a wonderful time, ladies. I’ll see you tomorrow, Tris.” Robby said kissing your cheeks.
“I’ll see you tomorrow, don’t have too much fun!” You smiled
You sat down on the couch and finished your last glass, you’d had 4 glasses and felt pretty good.
“Thank you for coming tonight, everyone loved having you.” Larissa said smiling
You stood up and set your glass down,
“Thank you for having me, Robby has been begging me to make some new friends” you joked
You walked to the door and Larissa walked with you,
You paused at the door and turned to her, her blue eyes met yours and the outside world seemed to fade. For a moment neither of you said anything, too drawn in the moment and suddenly Larissa cleared her throat.
“Thank you again, I’ll see you tomorrow for staff breakfast.” you said quickly and walked out.
Your heart was doing backflips in your chest, what just happened?
You got back to your quarters and texted Robby.
TRISTEN: I don’t know what just happened
ROBSTER: Are you alright?
TRISTEN: I got stuck staring into Larissa’s eyes?
ROBSTER: Oh you are so into her, dude.
TRISTEN: That’s not funny, Robby
ROBSTER: I’m not trying to be funny, Tristen.
You set your phone down and put your hands on the edge of your counter, fingers splaying out. You have to ground yourself, this cannot be happening. You grabbed your journal and opened back to today’s page.
Journal Entry: October 5th, night
I think I have feelings for my boss, no that can’t be right. That’s absurd. Her eyes though, oh my god her eyes.
Wine night was fun, I have a lot in common with the theatre teacher, we talked about musicals for an hour.
Anyway, back to Larissa. She looked like a million dollars tonight, that pantsuit really worked for her, and her hair looked amazing as always.
Do I have feelings for her? What do the dreams mean?
You closed your journal and slid it back to its spot and went to change for bed.
Larissa picked up her phone and texted Morticia.
Larissa Weems: I think Tristen wanted to tell me something
Morticia Addams: What makes you say that?
Larissa Weems: When she as leaving, she paused at the door and looked at me for a moment but left
Morticia Addams: That’s odd, she usually isn’t the type to leave things unsaid.
Larissa Weems: Odd indeed
You got changed and got into bed, you lay there and replayed the moment over in your head. Did that really happen? What did you want in that moment? You didn’t even really know. You picked up your phone and texted Robby.
TRISTEN: I think I have feelings for Larissa
TRISTEN: This is bad, I can’t act on it. She’s our boss.
ROBSTER: We will figure it out, Tris.
TRISTEN: I think I wanted to kiss her earlier, thank god I didn’t.
ROBSTER: You’ve decided that it’s what your dreams mean?
TRISTEN: I’ve decided it’s what my heart thinks.
ROBSTER; Poetic in a train wreck sort of way
TRISTEN: She looked gorgeous tonight, do you think she knows how good she looked?
ROBSTER: Of course she does, she always knows how amazing she looks. It’s why she dresses the way she does.
TRISTEN: I could stare at her for ages, my heart did the stupid thing again when she told me I looked lovely.
ROBSTER: How are you going to survive this crush?
TRISTEN: I don’t know but I know it’s going to be painful.
You plugged your phone in and closed your eyes. The wine having taken full effect now, you went right to sleep for the night.
Larissa went into her quarters and went to the bathroom to get ready for bed. She took her time unpinning her hair and wiping her makeup off. The whole time she was asking herself questions.
What could you have needed?
She moved to brushing her hair and getting ready for her shower. She stepped into the hot water and washed today off with her favorite lavender soap. Hopefully tonight was not a night where the insomnia won.
She set out her pajamas and got dressed, going to make a cup of tea to read with. She waited for the kettle to whistle while she read a few pages of her book you recommended. If she were honest she was very much enjoying the book.
The kettle whistled and she poured her water over her tea bag and went to settle on the couch with a blanket. She took a few careful sips of her tea and opened the book once more and started to read.
Her phone vibrated and grabbed her attention.
Robby Sykes: She has feelings for you
Robby Sykes: She had another dream and also admitted it to me.
She couldn’t hide the goofy smile that overcame her. She felt a sense of relief that she wasn’t the only one that had to deal with these feelings now but also she had a sense of hope.
Maybe during outreach day she could watch you extra, check in more often.
The thought of outreach day filled her with dread, she was not happy. She wanted the best for her students and she didn’t think that exposing them like that was the best. She can’t argue with the board though or Morticia. She knows she can’t hold this hatred forever, it’s incredibly tiring to be so angry all the time.
She set her book down and closed her eyes. She pulled the blanket up a little higher and drifted off to sleep with a peacefulness over her.
You woke up around 2am and sat straight up, you’d dreamt of her yet again. Were the dreams going to haunt you? You rubbed your eyes and rolled over. If this was only the beginning then you were dreading the future but crushes don’t last forever.
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