stars don't shine, they burn

The weather that day had been extrodinarily good for once that day, in her mind every day had been a bit grey lately and she felt like she had to do something else than sitting inside all day..  She grabbed herself a jacket, and wandered outside.. Standing on her the wrap around porch on the front of her new home, she glanced up and down the Pavillion Way. She was coming to quite enjoy the area, and especially how quiet it was.. Allowing her to have some alone time, not that it was lacking in her life but. Seeing how loud and busy her head was, the quiet utdoors did her really good.

And as she was about to step down one of the steps , she glanced up and down the street that someone was walking her direction, assuming it was a neighbour. So she stopped, awaiting them to pass her before she did the same.. The closer they got she couldnt help but give them a small smile. “Ah, bonjour”

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“Bonjour,” DJ responded, definitely not pronouncing the word right despite his attempt. Honestly it sounded more Italian than French when the word left his tongue. “Hello,” he repeated, feeling a tint of red creep in on his cheeks because already he was losing his footing. DJ rubbed the back of his neck. “Nice day out, no?” was the first question he thought to ask. Great conversation starter, Derek. He flashed a sheepish smile.

the prince exchanged a smirk with the other. perhaps he should have been frightened at her words, but instead, he couldn’t help but feel intrigued by her. tilting his head slightly he took a step forward, slightly closing the gap in between them. “ i sure hope so, ‘cause i have a terrible habit of ignoring red flags, ” he countered back teasingly, adding a wink for good measure. 

mara couldn’t help but groan as she picked up on the other’s pun, “you’re a bit corny, aren’t you? luckily, a lot of people like that sort of thing. you better be careful, i have a feeling that you’re going to become quite the heartbreaker around here.” they teased, nose scrunching up slightly. her head tipped to the side at his comment, “oh? so you’re a baker? that’s pretty rad. i’m fairly sure i would be one of those sad idiots that burn water.” it was said to be an impossible feat, but she had heard of some people somehow failing so badly that they had conquered the impossible. they gently pulled one of the sheets from their sketchbook loose before handing it over to the other, “i have plenty of pens and coloured pencils, so go crazy.” she gestured to the variety of utensils that rested on the blanket.

a sheepish yet nervous smile found its way onto cecil’s lips as he finally shot ylania a look, “i know you wouldn’t, but i also wouldn’t necessarily blame you for judging me after what i’m about to ask of you.” a weak chuckle fell from his lips, trying his best to laugh his nerves off. “the full moon is coming up this week and i…” his words trailed off, feeling his apprehension intensify with each word spoken. “i’m afraid of what will happen if i’m not at the very least chained up and away from others. i don’t want to cause an unintentional witch hunt in town or hurt anyone.” he explained, teeth sinking into his bottom lip. “would you be there for me before the sun sets? i’d just… need you to chain me up with some silver.” it would hurt like a bitch, but she didn’t need to know that. he would put on a brave face as long as she was there for him.

her eyes widened as her lips pressed together in a thin line. "oh, fuck," she whispered mostly to herself. she supposed anything was possible, but for her new found friend to also be a creature of the night seemed like an eerie coincidence. “okay,” she nodded, trying to register the information. “okay,” she repeated, finally coming to terms with it. obviously faster than most would if they had been given this news. “right,” she lifted her eyes to look at cecil. “i’m more than happy to help,” she promised before biting at her lower lip. “we just have one problem...” she swallowed thickly before she continued. it took a lot from her to have to willingly tell someone who she was... what she was. “i can’t exactly come see you before the sun sets...” she confessed. “i um— different boat, but exactly the same river,” she tried to explain. “i’m kind of... i can’t be out in the sun...”

moving a dark strand of hair away from his eyes he shook his head honestly. “ not at all, “ he confessed. it appeared they were all stuck in a facing a similar fate without any answers why. leo lifted a brow but refrained from saying anything. perhaps that was one way of looking at it. “ sure i suppose so… “ he agreed with a nod. after a pause a half smirk fell on to his lips. “ you appear to be taking this rather well, i have to say i sort of envy the enthusiasm. “ he replied honestly. 

“who says i’m not?” he raised a brow at the other. he took a deep breath and take a look around. “i guess i am just not letting my worry get the best of me. so far, the place seems to be safe, which is best case scenario for us, wouldn’t you agree? it could be way worse.“ she shrugged. the truth was that if he even let himself to slow down and process what was really happening, he didn’t know if he would be able to grasp reality.

( closed event starter for @stxrsdontshine​ ) 🎡  * ylania 

toby had been throughly enjoying himself as he spent his time teasing several people in an attempt to get them to try their hand at the dunk tank. a few had tried and failed, meaning that the dark haired prince was left completely dry for the time being. as a brunette beagn to pass the tank he leaned forward in his spot, about to throw out another sarcastic remark until he realized who the other person truly had been. she was the person he met back in the woods. letting out a sigh he leaned back into his spot. “ you know i was gonna say something mean to get you to try it but i’m not sure i have it in me, “ he admitted with a charming smile. it was the first time had used his charm that entire night. “ what you say, will you reward me with a few throws? “ 

an amused chuckle left his lips upon hearing her response. “ was there ever a better pastime? “ he questioned teasingly. of course he could think of one which he had currently been doing but that was irrelevant. lifting a brow his amused grin flattered ever so slightly, “ should… i be nervous? “ he questioned, his tone was lighthearted but of course there was some truth to his question, one could never be too sure. though she appeared to be a friendly face looks could certainly be deceiving. 

it was almost hard for audrey to believe how loudly her stomach was growling from the sheer smell of the popcorn. did humans have to deal with this sensation all the time? no wonder she had heard the daycare employees say they were on the verge of ‘hanger’ when they missed out on their lunch breaks. her eyes were wide as saucers as she watched the other sample the salty treat, a smile overtaking her lips at his review of it. “oh gosh, we should be careful then, shouldn’t we? there looks like there is enough to feed the whole town in this little machine here.” she giggled as she allowed her hand to reach into the offered bucket and plop some of the kernels into her mouth. “oh wow! that’s…” she initially spoke with her mouth half full and had to stop to chew. “i think that might be the best thing ever! i’m not sure if anything could ever top this for me!” 

“oh, i am sure there is lots i can show you,” he excitedly offered. “what i mean to say is if this is the best you have had, there are so many other flavors and textures you can explore out there.” there was nothing the prince was more passionate about that food and drink, after all. “if you would like, i would be pleased to see you again another time... i can make you a whole feast to sample.” and then a pause. “it might not be the best idea to accept food from a stranger so...” the prince formally stepped back to formally bow to the maiden. “i apologize for my ill manners and not introducing myself sooner. my name is rozen ferdinand.”

"oh, without a second thought." she smirked. "not so that they would understand me, but so they would come to see their own cruelty. these humans cannot expect to live their life without consequences."

"depends, can i live across the street from them?"

"if i did, that would mean he would carry his grief with him like i do. and i don't want my dad to be hurt like that. it's okay. it's okay. my dad is always with me."