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Heat has broken through into a glorious summer. The snow has entirely dried through the spring, leaving to the brilliance of the warmer months. Terror activity has risen as people are brought out of their homes, leaving the TRS in a position of consistent work. Each are attempting to maintain victory in the endless struggle for power.
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she smiled and nodded at his explanation. honestly she had only signed up because her friends were doing it to. though they had neglected to tell her that they decided against it in the end. so she was the only one that had signed up. she wasn't going to be rude and not show up."don't think of it as a date then. think of it as just hanging out."she suggested.
"it's alright. you're not hurt are you?"she asked with a look of concern on her face. perhaps something had happened along the way.
once he started to move further inside elysia was quick to follow."nice to meet you rainer."she said as she caught up to him. she was glad he started moving forward as she was unsure as to where to go or what they should do first.
she nodded in response. maybe she should stop asking what they liked and start asking what they don't. it was good to know that orion wasn't picky. well, it didn't sound like he was. surely he would tell her if there was something he shouldn't have. in case of an allergy or the like.
it was nice though, not having to fret over the small things. not that she wouldn't go the extra mile in case there was an allergy. she would be sure to ask if there was any allergies she should be aware of.
as soon as they reached the booth and the ice cream was delivered she browsed, taking inventory of what was left. after finishing her ice cream she stepped behind the booth and cleaned up. while her co-worker continued to consume their ice cream she grabbed a paper bag and placed the muffins inside. folding the top of the bag and handing it to him. this was it. he got his muffins and now he had to leave and she had to return back to work. it was fun while it lasted."it was good seeing you. enjoy your muffins."she told him with a smile.
she wished she didn't have to work, but it wasn't like she was going to keep him all to herself. after all he hadn't come here with her. he was happy they had an opportunity to talk. it was probably why she had asked if he would come to her booth. she liked that they could be quiet and everything was fine. they were not filling the void with empty words.
she smiled at his response. she also wondered what was left. she hoped they didn't have to bring back too much. it was easier to pack the containers when they were empty. plus that meant people liked their baked good. she started towards her booth, walking at a moderate pace. she still glanced around the booths as they walked past them."do you know their favorites? maybe we have them."as she continued licking her ice cream. she wanted to finish it before she got back. she had only gotten one scoop, but it was a fairly decent size.
she spotted her co-worker and thankfully their booth wasn't too crowded, by the time they reached the table. the last costumer had left. she handed her the cup of the frozen treat. she remained on the other side of the table as she finished the rest of her ice cream."we still have blueberry muffins."she told orion as she pointed them out.
she was glad to know things were going smoothly on the other end. she hadn't planned on leaving them all by themselves. though she was reassured it was fine. they had talked about ice cream flavors and it made her wonder if he liked other strawberry flavored foods. she hadn't even made the initial muffins and her she was thinking of something else she could make. if not for him perhaps for his family. it wasn't like she was going to feed him everything she baked.
it would probably be weird if she stared, but he had the loveliest smile. perhaps it was because she'd never been around to see him smile? she nodded at his response. there was no need to share if he was getting his own. she hadn't thought much of the offer as she had often shared with friends. his reaction was something she wasn't aware of.
after paying for the ice cream she moved out of the way and began to eat her ice cream as she waited for orion. she figured they would have to part ways soon. it wasn't like she could stay here. she had an ice cream to deliver and the recipient would hope it wasn't melted."did you want to see what sort of goodies we have at our booth? i mean you can redeem your coupons now or later at the shop."she enjoyed her time with him, though honestly she really needed to get back to work and she was sure he needed to go back too.
she continued sending messages here and there. she was getting updated on sales, and of course she was apologizing for being gone for so long. though honestly she wasn't sure how long she had been gone. it felt like a few minutes. elysia promised two scoops of ice cream to her co-worker and that seemed to be alright. as she walked, she made sure she looked up so she would avoid running into people. texting and walking really wasn't something she should be doing. after the last message was sent she put her phone back into the pocket of her apron.
the walk towards the ice cream was rather quiet. which was fine, as elysia had been busy texting. though she had managed to ask him what he was planning on getting. hearing his possible choice she smiled."strawberry's my favorite actually. so i'll be getting that. i'll let you have some if you decide on a different flavor."she told him as she approached the line waiting for her turn. there wasn't too many people before it was their turn.
she stepped up and ordered for herself and her co-worker. digging into her pocket for money, she paid as quickly as she could and stuffed her change back into her pocket before she received her ice cream and moved out of the way. she had gotten a cone, seeing as it would be easier for her to eat. while she got her co-worker two scoops of chocolate in a cup.
she hadn't even made the muffins yet and she was already getting a tiny bit nervous about this coffee event. honestly she was more worried about him not liking the muffins she baked. what if they were too sweet or worse not sweet enough? this wasn't helping. she needed to focus on her current task. which was not being overbearing. why was it that one begins to think whatever they do isn't ever good enough for someone they are trying to impress. it wasn't like she was a complete novice. how long had she been baking now? both her father and brother hadn't complained to her about her cooking and baking skills.
they were both honest and she wasn't the type to take criticism to heart. if anything it would help her improve.
she had managed to catch something. well, it sounded like he wanted to elaborate on something. though he continued to tell her that it wasn't anything important. she giggled softly at his reaction. it was probably rude of her to step so closely to him, but for whatever reason she felt comfortable around him. well, now that their awkwardness subsided.
was it her imagination or had it been just a little tense? whatever the case she figured it was best not to linger on that thought. the text message returned her focus. she had almost forgotten she was suppose to bring the ice cream back. she smiled, glad that he had accepted her invitation. she checked her phone one last time before she started to walk."i think i saw the stand over this way."she mentioned as maneuvered around the large crowd. her phone went off and she checked the message. taking note of what flavor her co-worker wanted. they were nearing the stand she figured she'd ask."do you know what you're getting?"
she didn't want to be rude either. if she just kept refusing a simple cup of coffee. would he start to think that she had ulterior motives? which certainly wasn't the case. she simply loved to bake. it wasn't like she was going to eat every single thing she baked. besides coffee wouldn't be a bad thing. the worst thing that could happen would them sitting in silence. though that wouldn't be so bad either. they seemed to be doing well now."alright, but just coffee. nothing super expensive."she tells him with a smile.
they both agreed that muffins were best once they were out of the oven. of course you had to let them cool down for a bit. it would be no good to burn ones taste buds. she looked at him curiously and without thinking she stepped a little bit closer. this was all to familiar to her. she would always try to corner des whenever he wanted to keep something from her. not that she was really that intimidating to be honest."when they are what?"had he almost told her what he really liked or perhaps a certain way he enjoyed his muffins?
perhaps with extra berries or something similar? despite him saying that he didn't have a favorite baked good, he surely have one that he would rather eat over another. or was he simply going to say something he shouldn't of? he didn't seem to be the type to easily reveal that type of information, no matter how much elysia would try to get it out of him. she figured she wouldn't annoy him anymore than she already was."it's okay you don't have to tell me."she said with a laugh.
it wasn't till now that she had caught on to his manner of speaking. it made her wonder if she had said something wrong? as soon as she mentioned getting burned he seemed to be curt in his answers. it wasn't till she gave it more thought that she had remembered how everyone was talking about the fire at his home. just because he seemed fine, that didn't mean that perhaps that didn't leave him with some sort of negative feelings towards it. who wouldn't be afraid after that situation though. she started to wish not having mentioned it at all.
she felt rather bad and she simply nodded. she felt awkward and what could she really say? the phone buzzed in her pocket and she gave it a quick glance. she had been so wrapped up in her conversation with orion that she had forgotten why she had been walking around in the first place."i forgot i was suppose to get my friend an ice cream. do you want some?"she figured she'd offer. she just wanted to let him know that she wasn't running away. she was enjoying their conversations despite the awkwardness.
replaying that words in her head. she could understand how it made it sound like she was expecting something out of this. as if her cheeks were not warm already. she shook her head."no, that's not what i meant at all. really, i'm doing this because i want to, not because i expect anything in return."she tried to explain herself as quickly as she could. well that was wonderful, not she made herself seem like she only did things because she expected them in return. could she mess things up even more?
she sighed softly hoping she made herself clear that she wasn't expecting something from him. she had brought up exchanging numbers. she reached for his phone and entered her number before handing it back to him. she laughed softly at his words.
"yeah, just let me know when to drop them off."she told him with a nod. muffins wouldn't take too long to make. the process was pretty simple, though it might seem like a difficult task because of the various tasks. especially if you made everything from scratch, which she intended to do."they are the best fresh out of the oven. when they are still nice and warm."
it wasn't too long after that she had received a message. pulling her phone out of the pocket of her apron. opening the message that she received from orion and quickly adding him as a contact. she looked up when he asked her how many times she'd burned herself."oh, not that much. i mean accidents happen."
before slipping the phone back into her pocket. she stuck her hands out towards him, wiggling her fingers and rotating her arms to show him that she was fine."see nothing here. i heal pretty quickly."she told him with a reassuring smile.
she wasn't going to go into detail on how she got burned. though they had all been accidents. touching something that she wasn't expecting to be hot or that one time the oven door had gotten her."i promise i'm not that clumsy and careless."
she hadn't been expecting that. though what exactly had she been expecting? him to reject her offer. though she was glad he hadn't. she smiled and nodded at his request."sure, i like a challenge."she told him."though you're making it sound like a competition? if i'm the winner what do i get?"she said with a laugh as she felt her cheeks start to become warm. the way it sounded made it seem like she wanted something from him. of course this was all out of fun. she wouldn't expect anything and if he didn't like them. then it was just more experience for her to learn and grow.
they hadn't even finished talking when her mind had already started to figure out when and what ingredients she had a home. what she needed to pick up from the store. should she keep it simple? well it was a muffin and you couldn't go wrong with muffins. though she still hadn't asked when or where she was going to deliver this goodies to be taste tested."do you want my number? i mean so you can tell me when it's best for you and where you want me to drop off the muffins."
it was rather bold of her to ask. though maybe he would be coming down to the bakery itself? well, what's done was done.
she laughed softly."alright. so long as you try. also if you must know i've only burned myself once this week, but yes safety first."she said with a smile despite the redness in her cheeks slowly creeping.
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honestly she was excited about the party. it would be her first one. she imagined it would be nothing like the parties she had attended in the past. which were not many, but they were fun nonetheless. colette seemed to happy when elysia accepted that she wouldn't go back on her word.
elysia nods."yes, i have a dress or two i could wear."she laughs softly at her enthusiasm once more. she was worried what she had in her closet wouldn't be well recieved. it wasn't flashy or super expensive. she liked her clothes and as long as she dressed her best who could blame her. colette didn't seem to mind.
she shakes her head."no. i want to go. i will be there i promise."elysia said with a smile. she wasn't going to decline the invitation. especially not after seeing how happy colette was."i just need to get these groceries home and get ready."she told her with a smile.
she smiled despite the awkward beginnings she was enjoying their conversation. it was like she was forgetting something. well, she had done her part and passed out the coupons. sure she still had a couple left over, but she managed to pass out the majority of them. it was fine, after all she was told to take her time. his comment had gone completely over her head. she took it at face value and missed the underlying teasing tone.
she continued asking him if he had a favorite. she smiled as he responded that he wasn't exactly sure."so if i were to make you something you'd eat it? i mean how can you find out if my skills are up to par."she said with a small laugh. what was she saying? sure she'd bake him something, but was she going to hand deliver? what could she make it? did he like muffins, cake or pies? the possibilities were endless. she hadn't known he was still around and honestly she had no idea where he lived. though she did know where he worked. would that be alright though? she was starting to over think this whole things now."i mean if you want. i'm not going to force you to eat something i've made."she said with a smile.
she nods at his words. it was true, they were needed. there would always be people who couldn't defend themselves and then there would be others that without a second thought would jump in to save them."don't forget take care of yourself."she told him with another smile. not that he wasn't being careful, but it wouldn't hurt to let him know.
despite the awkwardness of the situation. elysia was enjoying her time with him. she rarely interacted with people outside her friend group. unless it was for work. it was harder to make friends with people you didn't see everyday. sure they stumbled a bit along the way, but now they were back on track and she hoped she didn't embarrass herself anymore than she already had.
she smiled at his response."they are pretty good. i'm not saying that because i made them. i didn't this time. i mean if i was bad at baking i doubt they'd let me in the kitchen."she told him with a laugh."i would think people would tell me. i mean how can one learn from their mistakes if they aren't told."
"do you have a favorite?"not only did they carry muffins, but a variety of breads and pastries. it wasn't long before he told her that he wasn't attending school. she nodded and smiled."that's wonderful! congratulations. i'm sure it wasn't easy."she knew it had to be tough. they probably had to do so many things to be qualified. let alone all the test they would probably have to take and she was certain it wasn't just written ones."you're both so brave."she told him."my brother joined the trs. i could never do what you guys do."she said with a small laugh. honestly she knew she couldn't. she'd be way to worried about other people and with the situations she would probably be in tears half the time. they had to be to be able to deal with the unknown. it wasn't a typical job like hers. she knew for the most part how the day would play out. maybe they'd run out of one things or another, but it wouldn't be hazardous.
she brushed her hair behind her ear as they continued talking. for as much as they talked during school or more like the lack of communication between them. this was actually going fairly well. she liked to think she was easy to approach, let alone easy to talk to. she had been so busy rambling on about how she missed the parade she didn't ask him if there was something in particular that he had liked. though she had heard him, she didn't ask him further about the crowds. she could totally understand that, but when it came to events like this. there were tons of people. hopefully everyone was being nice.
the last thing you wanted at any sort of event was for something terrible to happen and ruing your fun time. after all most came out with friends or family. she handed over a couple of the coupons she had left over and smiled."you're welcome. i'm glad i didn't forget to give you some then. i mean you can't go wrong with sweets. the blueberry muffins are the best."she told him with a nod.
she couldn't think of anything. she could of said she was heading back to work. or simply said see you later and walked away. nope, she remained there like an idiot. at least her face wasn't as red as it had been before. she was glad he didn't question her further about it. she was glad he break the silence first. clearly she was full of ideas, but wasn't able to execute any of them."oh, yeah. i'm taking classes for the culinary program."she told him with a nod."what about you?"
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