#💎 — in character. ( duchess )

[trustedhearts]

Duchess is totally the type of cat who will just adopt other species. No matter if it's a puppy, a fox, a freakin' lion, she doesn't care. Welcome to the family. ☺️

[otakufansim]

HOOD LORE DUMP:

Nobody asked for this but here's a current list of characters and lore surrounding the lives of the nobles in Sevedia (My personal fantasy/historical [regency] hood) Not everyone is listed here, just the one's I think are most relevant to the overall story.

👑 House Aragon (The Royal Family of Sevedia)

King Anthony – Reigning monarch of Sevedia

Queen Franceska – Queen consort of Sevedia, wife of King Anthony

Princess Eloise – Eldest child of the King and Queen, in a secret relationship with her lady-in-waiting, Lady Elise Silverstone

Princess Daphne – Second eldest child, married to Lord Marco Silverstone (youngest child and heir of House Silverstone)

Princess Cassandra – Third eldest child, married to Lord George Blackstone (eldest son and heir of House Blackstone); died giving birth to Princess Anastasia

Princess Charlotte – Fourth eldest child, married to Lord Peter Zummermill

Prince Anthony II – Youngest child of King Anthony and Queen Franceska, heir to the throne

Prince Caspian – Son of Princess Charlotte and Lord Peter Zummermill, grandson of the King and Queen

Princess Anastasia – Daughter of the late Princess Cassandra and Lord George Blackstone, eldest granddaughter of the King and Queen

⚜️ House Zummermill (Ducal House)

Duke Michael – Head of House Zummermill

Duchess Monica – Wife of Duke Michael

Lord Peter Zummermill – Eldest son, married to Princess Charlotte of House Aragon

Lord Daniel Zummermill – Second son, married to Lady Maria of House Weatherby

Lady Maria Zummermill (née Weatherby) – Wife of Lord Daniel, from House Weatherby

Lady Bianca Zummermill – Daughter of Duke Michael and Duchess Monica, future Queen Consort of Sevedia (engaged to Prince Anthony II)

Lord Jonathan Zummermill – Son of Lord Daniel and Lady Maria

Lady Emma Zummermill – Daughter of Lord Daniel and Lady Maria

⚔️ House Blackstone (Ducal House)

Duke Edward – Head of House Blackstone

Duchess Alicia – Wife of Duke Edward

Lord George Blackstone – Eldest son and heir of House Blackstone, widower of Princess Cassandra; has a strained relationship with his daughter, Princess Anastasia

Lady Crysanthemum Blackstone – Younger sister of Lord George, now Countess of Beckford (married to Count Holden of Beckford); despises her brother for resenting his own daughter

Lord Viktor Blackstone – Youngest child of Duke Edward and Duchess Alicia, significantly younger than his two older siblings

💎 House Silverstone (Ducal House)

Duke Vesta – Head of House Silverstone

Duchess Lucresia – Wife of Duke Vesta

Lady Bianca Silverstone – Eldest child, had a secret paramour and became pregnant; currently locked up in the Silverstone estate to avoid scandal

Lady Elise Silverstone – Second eldest child, lady-in-waiting to Princess Eloise, secretly in a relationship with her

Lord Marco Silverstone – Youngest child, heir of House Silverstone, married to Princess Daphne

🏵️ House Weatherby (Comital House)

Count Kristoff – Head of House Weatherby

Countess Erika – Wife of Count Kristoff

Lord Erick Weatherby – Eldest child, heir of House Weatherby, married to Lady Euphemia of House Levenmoss (a Marquistate)

Lady Maria Weatherby (now Lady Maria Zummermill) – Daughter of Count Kristoff and Countess Erika, married to Lord Daniel Zummermill

🏛 Background: Gifted in the art of trade and business, House Weatherby rose to prominence due to their many business ventures throughout Sevedia. Their rise to nobility was met with some backlash as they were the first house to buy a title rather than inherit it. However, their alliances with House Zummermill (through Lady Maria’s marriage) and House Levenmoss (through Lord Erick’s marriage to Lady Euphemia) have helped solidify their status in noble society.

🌿 House Beckford (Comital House)

Count Holden of Beckford – Husband of Lady Crysanthemum Blackstone

2 children I am too lazy to name but they exist and you can view through #ts2sevedia_housebeckford hahah

[alintalzin]

Character ask game.

Send an emoji to my inbox and I will tell you about the corresponding character.

💦: Caesaria Mirilla Waters.

🔥: Nuria Aljid.

👑: Queen Elissa Laenor.

🔮: Princess Radella.

🧹: Princess Deirdre of Eirlonia.

🐲: Princess Altani of Zhuti.

🌸: Lady Xue Yin-yee.

🪄: Princess Ashlynn Beaumont of Karine.

⚜️: Alais Robineau.

🕰️: Stephanie Crofton.

🐻: Rowene February.

🩰: Ivorie Vadua.

🐺: Grand Duchess Roxane Ravensbrook.

🦪: Lady Titania di Barberi.

💎: Baroness Liliana Lind.

💐: Stephanie Hedges.

🌒: Beatriz de Valetta.

🐎: Leanne Jefferson.

⭐: Queen Rith Kalopsia of Saavan.

🗡️: Queen Thira Geslaan of Isard.

🎙️: Posy Richfield.

🎥: Frances Richfield.

🍷: Margot Wilde.

[blackcrystalball]

I'm going through this entire blog and "k2's q for you" is my favourite thing in the world.

Also, my answer to this question is a long ass list (as in every single character I'd take on a date):

Also, since I cannot be normal about anything ever, there are levels to this as well. The "💎" means they are my fave and I would take them on several dates. They are the loves of my life Fr.

💎Gorgug Thistlespring (the diamond of the season and the love of my life)

💎Katja Cleaver (also the diamond of the season and very much the love of my life. Kastentatia is my fave ship in the entire fandom, I love them so much and I'll probably write oneshots about them at some point)

💎Riz Gukgak (this isn't even a question. I've been into Riz's whole deal the entire time. I saw the vision even before he got hot. He's been hot to me.)

Ostentatia Wallace (I love her so much, and I also feel like I am her. If I were to take her on a date, it would be a meeting of twin flames.)

Liam Wilhelmina (my angel, my beloved, my favourite character in acoc. He's so freaking cute, I love him so much)

💎Evan Kelmp (he is absolutely darling, just so cute and he has so much love to give. Evan is just so unbelievably endearing, he is also the diamond of the season and the love of my life)

💎 Sam Black (she's literally everything. I love her so much. Her general existence is literal magic, I wrote like 6 evsam oneshots because I love them and her especially. I've waxed poetic in multiple posts about how much I love her. She is an icon. I love her.)

Prince Andhera

Big Barry Syx

Cody Walsh

The Fix

Major K.P. Hob

K2 (I just need to know what that would even be like)

Karna Solara (her death literally haunted me, her entire character altered my brain in a way I cannot identify and I loved her so much)

Leiland

Princess Rosamund Du Prix

Queen Saccharina (her vibes were so weird and I found it kind of alluring)

💎Sundry Sidney (she's so cute and she's played by Emily Axford, who is ethereal in every way)

💎Sir Theobald Gumbar (Theobald also inspired so many feelings in me. I freaking love knights dude, intense hardcore devotion like that will always get me. Not to mention he's played by Murph who is also ethereal in every possible way)

Thorn Vale (mostly because he's played by Jasper William Cartwright, the prettiest man to walk this earth. But he's also got some knightly devotion going on)

Whitney Jammer (my ex boyfriend is low-key similar to him and we're best friends, so I feel like a date with Jammer would be fun)

💎Sir Amanda Maillard (she's a knight and she's involved in a lesbian love affair with the queen, need I say more)

Ayda Aguefort

The orange top hat fairy (to ensure that Pinocchio finds where the white women are at)

💎La Bête (I love werewolves and general beasts, I loved her voice and her general vibes were absolutely enthralling)

💎 Queen Caramelinda (her entire story haunted me, she's literally the reason the kingdom even had it together and her efforts went damn near unacknowledged. Also, she is just iconic in every way)

💎 Cinderella (just everything about her. Iconic, gorgeous, glass suit of armour and she's a knight. Love her.)

Doug Meat

Dr. Tara Steel

Princess Elody

Esther Sinclair

Gertie Bladeshield

Mary Ann Skuttle

Mazey Phaedra

Duchess Primsy Coldbottle

Rapunzel (her vibes were simply so wild and I need to know more)

Scheherazade

Sklonda Gukgak

Zayn Darkshadow

Princeps Zorch

And there you have it girlies. The entire list of every d20 character I'd take on a date.

It's Qsday, my friends! K2 is back to answer some final questions as we close in on our application deadline...🍎🐝

She also has a question of her own:

🍎🐝Apply to Hey, Girlie! now! Link to application here.🍎🐝

[theartoflovingthomashunt]

The Premiere of the Last Duchess: Part Four 💎💎💎

[Red Carpet Diaries Masterlist]  ||  [Hollywood U Masterlist]

The Last Duchess Opening Weekend (four+ parts)

>Part One: Viktor’s Wrath (PG13) >Part Two: Taking Back the Narrative (PG) >Part Three: The Red Carpet Premiere (PG) >Part Four: Just Like the First Time (M)💎 >>Weekend Warriors (PG) >>Good Morning Hollywood - Talking about Viktor (PG13)

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Characters: Alex (MC), Thomas Hunt

Setting: After the successful red carpet debut of The Last Duchess, Alex and Thomas can’t wait to get each other out of their red carpet looks. This takes place during the last chapter of Red Carpet Diaries Book 2. This is followed by the part in the chapter when the friends are all waiting for the call about the returns from the film’s opening. 

Rating: Mature (Minors DNI, by clicking keep reading you agree to being 18+ or older)

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As the credits rolled on The Last Duchess, the audience erupted in thunderous applause. Alex reached over and squeezed Thomas's hand, while the lights were still low. 

When the credits ended and the lights went up, Thomas and the cast made their way to the front of the room. They answered a few questions about the film, before thanking everyone for coming. 

The crowd started thinning out, leaving only the cast remaining. Alex and Thomas tried to keep their distance, since paparazzi still lingered, hoping to catch a tasty morsel, something they could twist and sell. 

Alex hugged everyone goodbye as she readied to leave too, she slipped Thomas a note, as she said goodbye to him last. 

I think I solved our problem. I bought back my old apartment after Viktor blocked me from my house...just in case. No one knows I got it back. The press won't go there. Meet me? ❤  P.S. the tux stays on!

Thomas nodded and whispered. "Promise not to change?"

Alex hugged Thomas, "Let me make sure I understand this, we are both promising not to take our clothes off, just so that when we meet up we can take our clothes off?"

Thomas flashed a sultry smile as Alex turned away.

Her heart lept as she heard a knock on the door. At first, she took her time. She wanted to make him wait, but the truth was, she had waited long enough. She quickly opened the door and pulled Thomas in.

"Did anyone see you?" 

"I don't think so," Thomas admitted. "You were right. I drove by your place, there is press camped out outside. Same with mine."

"Well, it's not much,” Alex sighed, motioning around her small apartment. "But it was home."

"It's perfect. You're perfect.” Thomas let his hands roam over Alex's body. 

“Can I tempt you to a drink?” Alex gestured over to a decanter of scotch on the counter. 

"Right now, the only thing that I want to touch my lips is you," Thomas growled in her ear, nipping the tender skin of her neck. 

Alex fought back a moan as Thomas planted a string of kisses down her neck and across her collar bone. She used her hands to push off his jacket. 

As he pushed her further toward the wall, her fingers kept busy, first undoing his tie then, unbuttoning his shirt. She effortlessly slid it off his shoulders. Alex pulled Thomas's face up to her lips as he greedily explored every part of her mouth. Alex ran her hands over his body enjoying each touch of his bare skin. 

Thomas pulled away from her momentarily. “This is starting to feel a little unfair. You've gotten half my clothes off and you're still dressed.”

Alex smiled coyly. “I believe I outrank you, sir. Tonight, you serve at my pleasure.” 

Thomas kissed her again deeply and with wanting. "What do you desire, my lady?" His hands held the small of her back keeping her hips aligned with his. 

Alex kissed him again, as she slowly guided him backward, eventually pushing him down on the couch. She leaned over, kissing him once more  before working her way down his neck...then, his chest... then, to his stomach. She let her hands wander over his pants, relishing at how his desire hardened and lengthen below her touch. 

Alex pulled away, taking a second to admire Thomas. He was breathtaking and she had him right where she wanted him. 

She twirled so her dress shimmered in the low lighting. His eyes remained transfixed on her. She went back to him, pulling up her dress as she straddled his lap. 

She guided his hands toward her back. “It seems to me that I have a slight problem with this zipper. Perhaps you can help me remedy the situation.”

Swiftly, he had the zipper undone and the dress fell down to her waist, leaving more skin exposed. Thomas's hands roamed everywhere.

Alex stifled a moan as he ran his hands over her chest. She rocked her hips against him for a moment, before pushing him away. She stood letting the dress pool on the floor, now standing only in her underwear and her crown. 

"Stand up," she commanded. Thomas followed her directions. She helped Thomas out of his pants and underwear. 

Alex bit her lip as she admired him. Her whole body warmed as she took him in. 

“My Lady,” Thomas whispered pulling Alex into his body. “Allow me to relieve you of your remaining attire.”

“You may,” Alex responded, trying to remain in control of her own desires. 

“My Lord,” She whispered in his ear as he helped her out of her underwear. She traced her tongue down his neck.  “You are mine...as I am yours. You have my permission to continue as you like.” 

“I like the sound of that,” Thomas caressed Alex's bare chest. She delighted at his touch. 

Thomas pushed Alex away momentarily admiring her beauty. “As much as I'd like to let you keep the tiara on. It is a prized possession of Cordonia. My apologies. Carefully, he removed the crown, placing it safely out of the way. On his way back to her, he grabbed a condom and slid it over himself.

“I shall never get tired of admiring you, my darling. You simply don’t need a crown to be the most beautiful woman.”

“Now that you have me what shall you do about it?” 

He pulled her in, kissing her passionately. Each of them greedily pressing for more. Thomas pulled Alex up off the ground, guiding her over to a desk in the corner. 

"This seems awfully familiar,” Alex breathed between kisses, she thought back to the last time they watched The Last Duchess—at the secret launch party. “Just like the first time...”

He didn't answer, but she could feel him smile against her skin. His mouth roamed her body as he guided his hips to her.

Her head fell back and an audible gasp of pleasure slipped from her lips as he pressed his tip in. Her fingers tangled in his hair, holding his gaze.

Thomas moved slowly at first, allowing her walls to stretch to accommodate him. He kissed her again and again, as if every time only made him more desperate for just one more. With each thrust, he built up a rhythm as he moved deeper. 

Alex eyes closed and her back began to arch. “Don't stop…please...oh yes. Yes! Thomas!” She let her head hang back as she savored each wave of pleasure he sent through her.

Thomas moved faster and faster until he was satisfied. As he finished, he pulled her back into his arms, kissing her lightly.

They made their way back to the couch, where they collapsed together. Alex curled up against Thomas’s chest, as his arms held her close.

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Some follow up stories:

>>Weekend Warriors (PG) >>Good Morning Hollywood - Talking about Viktor (PG13)

Thank you for reading my dribble. Let me know if you would like to be added to the list. <3

[trustedhearts]

Looks like Toulouse had gotten stuck up in a tree while he was playing outside. "Ow! Ow! Ow!" And the nest he was investigating wasn't appreciated by the mother bird who was squawking in alarm since the kitten was investigating the eggs.

Duchess had been startled to find one of her beloved kittens missing from the house, but to find that he was only stuck up in a tree brought her some relief.

❝ Oh, Toulouse! Darling, what are you doing up there? ❞

Front paws come to rest upon the trunk of the tree as she peers up at the nest, quickly sussing out the situation. Swiftly climbing to the branch he found himself stuck on, she picks him up by the scruff before carefully climbing back down - gently placing him upon the ground.

❝ Now, Toulouse, it's not very nice to scare the birds - especially while they're nesting. Don't you have something to say to her, darling? ❞

[trustedhearts]

‘ you don’t have to be scared of me. i won’t hurt you. ’ (handsomethrowrug, maybe for Duchess? Scar could be in the Ménagerie du Jardin des plantes as a captured lion?)

@handsomethrowrug

Ever since O'Malley had joined the family, trips to explore more of the world outside of their home had become more common - usually done at night whilst Madame was fast asleep. This time, the former alley cat had led them to the Ménagerie, to take a look around now that the human visitors had all gone home.

Whilst he took the kittens to look at the elephants, Duchess had found herself distracted by the dark figure laying within the enclosure to her right - the lion enclosure, as she would come to find upon approaching. She must have seemed timid in her curiosity, as it wasn't long until the larger feline spoke up. With an apologetic smile, the cat leaps up onto the fence surrounding the gap between the viewing platform and the cage.

❝ Oh, please forgive me. I did not mean to stare. ❞ Fluffy tail wraps neatly around her paws. ❝ I have only ever seen lions in Madame's books - to see one with my own eyes is rather fascinating. Do you have a name, Monsieur? ❞

[theartoflovingthomashunt]

The Premiere of  The Last Duchess: Part Three

[Red Carpet Diaries Masterlist]  ||  [Hollywood U Masterlist]

The Last Duchess Opening Weekend (four+ parts)

>Part One: Viktor’s Wrath (PG13) >Part Two: Taking Back the Narrative (PG) >Part Three: The Red Carpet Premiere (PG) >Part Four: Just Like the First Time (M)💎 >>Weekend Warriors (PG) >>Good Morning Hollywood - Talking about Viktor (PG13)

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Characters: Alex (MC), Thomas Hunt, Addison Sinclair, Chris Winters

Setting: Viktor has tried to sabotage Alex and The Last Duchess in the press ahead of the premiere. This is part three of my Last Duchess Premiere story. It centers around the red carpet opening of the film. This takes place during the last chapter of Red Carpet Diaries Book 2. This is followed by the part in the chapter when the friends are all waiting for the call about the returns from the film’s opening. 

Rating: PG-13

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The next morning, Alex sat in the rose garden outside Addison’s house. It was quiet and peaceful. Alex closed her eyes and focused on the smell of the flowers as the light breeze pressed on her skin. She could almost forget about the lies in the press trying to sabotage her and The Last Duchess. She shook her head. She refused to let Viktor in her head. Not today. Today was the red carpet premiere of The Last Duchess. Finally, people would get to see all of the hard work that went into making the movie. She just hoped that would be the only thing people would be talking about when they left. 

While Alex was lost in her thoughts, Thomas walked up behind her. He leaned around her to place a kiss on her cheek. “Good morning,” he whispered in her ear.

Thomas walked around the bench to face Alex, “Is this seat taken?”

Alex thought for a second, “No… but there is a fee to sit here.”

“Is that so” Thomas raised an eyebrow. “Do tell.”

“Anyone who desires to sit here must pay the Lady of the bench with a kiss,” Alex teased.

“Well, I suppose, if I am obligated.” Thomas smirked. He leaned down and pressed his lips to hers. Her lips parted allowing his tongue in. Alex leaned into his embrace as she ran her hands through his hair. “Was that satisfactory, my Lady?”

“I believe you have secured yourself a seat,” she grinned.

Thomas sat down beside her, putting his arm around her shoulders. Alex instinctively leaned into him.

“I didn’t expect to see you until later,” Alex admitted. “You just couldn’t stay away?”

“Never,” he responded, resting his head on hers. “Addison said you were doing better, but I wanted to see for myself. Plus, I brought you a gift.”

“Oh, yeah?” 

Thomas leaned across the back of the bench and picked up an iced coffee he had placed on the ground prior.

“You are going to spoil me if you keep greeting me with coffee,” Alex confessed. “You may never know if I’m truly happy to see you or just the coffee.”

“I suppose I will take my chances,” he proclaimed. 

“Thank you.” Alex kissed his cheek and then began sipping her coffee. “I was thinking. Maybe it would be better if I skipped the red carpet tonight and just come for the film. I don’t want to pull attention from The Last Duchess.”

“If you don’t go,” Thomas started. “Nor will I.”

“Thomas, this is your film. You have to go!” Alex pressed.

“It’s your film too,” Thomas replied.

“I know, but I don’t want to ruin it,” Alex said softly.

“As if you could ever do that,” Thomas responded. “You are the Duchess and I know you are going to be amazing on the red carpet tonight. In fact, I have a second surprise for you.”

“Is it more coffee?” Alex joked.

“Thankfully, no. However, I hope you will enjoy it just as well. I left it with Addison. She will give it to you later,” Thomas explained. 

“How mysterious,” Alex pondered. 

“I hope it is to your liking,” Thomas stated. 

“If it’s from you,” Alex started, interlacing her fingers with his. “I am sure I will love it.”

Thomas pulled Alex closer, letting her play with his fingers.

A short while later...

“You two are adorable,” Addison interrupted from behind. “However, if I am to get Alex ready for tonight, we’ll need to get started.”

“Then, I shall leave you to it,” Thomas stated. As he stood, he pulled Alex to her feet. Thomas kissed her cheek, letting his fingers caress her face afterward.

“I think you can do a little better than that,” Alex toyed as she lightly bit her lower lip. 

Thomas lifted her chin and placed a gentle kiss on her lips. “I will see you tonight.”

“I will count the minutes,” Alex teased. 

“Time to go, Thomas,” Addison said, pushing him away from Alex. “I’ve got a lot of work to do.” 

Thomas smiled, “Quite right. I will see you both later.”

“You two are as cute as a box full of puppies. I can’t stand it.” Addison admitted with a smile. “But, we have a premiere to get ready for. I found you the perfect dress and Thomas… well he brought you something to go with it.”

“I’m all yours!”

“Yes, you are,” Addison smiled. “In addition to being your dress finder, I will also be your hairdresser and makeup artist today.”

“Have I mentioned how amazing you are?” 

Addison dragged Alex back in the house and into her guest room. Hanging from the closet door, was a beautiful mermaid-cut champagne-colored evening gown with sequin embellishment. 

“That is the most beautiful dress ever,” Alex exclaimed rushing over to get a closer look. She ran her fingers over the gown.

“I thought you might like it. It is regal, refined, classic and yet contemporary. It is perfectly fitting for a duchess or a rising actress.”

“It’s perfect,” Alex admired. “Thank you!”

Addison helped Alex get ready for the red carpet. Then, she went to get ready herself. As Addison got ready, Alex called for their limo to pick them up and bring them to the red carpet.  

“You look amazing,” Alex declared, as Addison came down with a light blue satin V-cut dress. 

“Thank you,” Addison smiled. “As lovely as you look, you are still missing one thing.” 

“What’s that?” 

Addison handed Alex a blue box. “It’s from Thomas.”

Alex opened the box and her mouth opened in awe. 

“It’s one of the Cordonian tiaras,” Addison explained. “The King and Queen of Cordonia were so impressed with you during your stay, they asked if there was anything they could do to help the film find success. Thomas cashed in a very big favor and requested to borrow this. At the time, he didn’t know what would happen between the two of you or what Viktor would try, but I think that makes it even better, don’t you?”

Alex stood dumbfounded. She didn’t even know what to say. 

“Allow me,” Addison suggested. She gently pulled the tiara from the box and placed it on Alex’s head. “You are GORGEOUS! I can’t wait to see Thomas’s face when he sees you.”

“As do I,” Alex smirked. “Unfortunately for him, he won’t get to enjoy it until after, when we can be alone.” “It’ll drive him crazy,” Addison agreed.

“Is it wrong to be enjoying that?” Alex laughed. 

“Not at all,” Addison smiled. “It will do him some good. I imagine it has been a long time since he has longed for anything.”

“Are you sure this isn’t all too much?” Alex asked, self-consciously. “I’m already going to be pulling focus without all this.”

“Just be your sweet self when you address the press,” Addison suggested. “The tiara will definitely get attention, but it also shows that the King and Queen of Cordonia support the film and you. Don’t think about it, just be you, and you will be amazing.” 

“Thank you, Addi. For everything! Shall we get going?” Alex asked, noticing the car pulling up outside.

“After you, your Grace,” Addison teased.

Alex took a deep breath, as the car pulled up to the red carpet. She composed herself as the door opened to the already flashing lights of the press. She smiled and posed for photos as she made her way down the carpet. 

Reporters shouted, all demanding her attention. They asked her about the reports of her scandals at her two prior films. They asked her what kind of person would do that. Alex tried to ignore them. 

She caught sight of Thomas just up ahead. He looked amazing in his tux. All Alex wanted to do was go over to him, but she knew they needed to keep their distance. The press kept shouting at her as she admired Thomas from afar. She smiled thinking about all the ways she could take that tux off of him after the premiere. 

As Alex turned back, she breathed out slowly and walked toward the press. A hush came over them. Alex breathed in and then addressed them; “The entire cast and crew of The Last Duchess worked very hard to make this film possible. I will not let false accusations distract anyone from the worth of this film. I find that addressing tabloid gossip, regardless of how it is dealt with, just gives the story more weight. I hope that when everyone leaves tonight, they will focus on the real story–this incredible film and the remarkable woman whose story it tells As such, I will only answer questions about the film.”

“How do you feel about going head to head with Double Agent, a film you were fired from?” questioned a reporter.

“What about your romantic dinner with Thomas Hunt,” another reporter called out. “Should we file that under false accusations as well?

“I believe the lady said she would only be answering questions about the film,” Thomas interrupted. “Alex, may I borrow you for a moment?”

Thomas led her over to Chris. The three of them posed for photos for the film. As they stood for the press, Thomas whispered in Alex’s ear, “You look ravishing.”

Alex turned and smiled for the cameras, discretely running her hands down Thomas’s back as she moved.

“And yet, I can’t help but think of how to get you out of that dress,” Thomas stated, trying to hold his apathetic expression for the photos.

“Funny, I had the same thought about your tux,” she replied.

“Yeah, hi,” Chris muttered to them. “You two realize I’m still here right?”

“Sorry, Chris,” Alex laughed lightly. 

“I shall leave you two,” Thomas responded, his fingers caressing Alex’s as he made his leave. “I’m going to head into the theatre now; you two should stay for a few more photos and interviews.”

“I’ve never seen that man so happy before,” Chris admitted. 

Alex smiled to herself as she and Chris continued posing for the press. 

The moment they had waited for was here. The world would finally see The Last Duchess! Alex just hoped that by the end of the evening, everyone would be focusing on the story and the movie and not the drama that followed her.

Now, they would just have to wait until the returns came in to find out how they fared.

Part Four: Just Like the First Time (Mature)💎

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