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With a nod and a small smile as she scoped out the room again, Haven let her gaze slowly make it's way back to Simon's. She was thankful that the male seemed to care enough about her son's well being to be willing to volunteer to help him. She was sure the fact she was dating his brother helped a little, but it was also no surprise to her. Simon seemed like a great guy in general and Haven felt lucky to be surrounded by people that cared about her and her son; the Hawthorne's were great people. Or at least the Hawthorne offspring, she still wasn't sure about the rest of them yet.. "Yeah, I mean, I don't wanna intrude on both days but if I can get him in here at least once a week with you and maybe someone else so he's supervised for awhile." she shrugged. "I appreciate it, Simon. Truly." she smiled. "I won't keep you any longer, but you've definitely eased my mind about this whole climbing thing. I'll see you around soon."

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"No, it makes sense," he said with a nod. He'd seen it. Kids that parents had let running around, either thinking it wasn't a big deal or that their little kid wouldn't dare climb higher than they could alone like that. Usually people were reactive enough to stop it before anything bad happens but there was still a risk and it was annoying to people who were just here to enjoy themselves and not act as nannies; he could only command her for being careful. He chuckled at her words and thought a second, "I come here when I have some time and my schedule isn't always consistent but I tend to be here Tuesday nights and Saturday afternoons." He nodded at her words, "with the right equipment and some basics, he'll be able to do some cool stuff quick, if he sticks with it of course. And I get it, you're doing the right thing. This isn't football where you can let kids run with a ball pretty safely, so it is good to have people who know what they're doing, especially at the beginning."

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The feeling of being in Julian's arms was something that Haven could never get used to. It wasn't something she wanted to get used to certainly, but each time he held her if was even better than the last, and it felt like a lifetime had passed in between each embrace even if it had been only seconds. Any time in between felt longer than the last one. She was moving in for another kiss when Julian asked if he should leave and come back, Haven playfully shrugged. "Actually yeah." she joked, taking a step back for a moment as she looked at him. "I've got something even better this time around, go on. I'll be pretend surprised." she chuckled, shaking her head as she leaned onto her toes again, planting another firm kiss against his lips. Man she'd missed this. Her eyes shifted to Julian again and she allowed herself to stand up on her tiptoes again, kissing him not once but twice almost as if she was making up for lost time. When he stated he got the goods, Haven smiled, shaking her head as she let her hands snake down his body, from his neck, resting against his chest as if they belonged there. "I -" she paused shaking her head as she looked down at the bag he was holding up in his hand she exhaled a breath she didn't even know she was holding. "Is it just me or are you suddenly nervous too?" @julianxhawthorne

Oh the way his world lit up as soon as his eyes found hers, a smile automatically curling his lips as high as they could go. The door had barely fallen closed in its lock behind him when he felt her arms wrap around his neck, her lips against his. It instantly made him forget having spent fourteen hours on a plane, the familiar air plane ringing in his ears ebbing away. He no longer felt tired, but energised, happy, strong. Always strong when she held him. "I missed you." He told her, arms secure around her waist, holding her firmly against him, barely on the tip of her toes. She was so light he barely noticed if he was lifting her or not. "Should I go outside and walk through the door again? Because that's one hell of a welcome." He joked, teeth flashing as he smiled at her, leaning down to steal one more kiss from her lips before he nestled his head in her neck, lightly squeezing her frame in an embrace. "I got the goods." He told her after a while letting his arms loosen, hands sliding over her back as he eased her back onto her heels. "And I got these." A wink, as he slipped one arm from her waist, holding up the pharmacy bag he still had been holding onto." @havenbsinclair

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Getting used to Julian being gone so much when at one point he'd been literally at her finger tips was something that Haven was still trying to get used to. It was one thing to have a boyfriend who did a lot of traveling the United States for work in general. But to have a boyfriend who traveled the entire globe and you had to share with the world was an entirely different level. Not that Haven minded in the slightest, but it was definitely different then she was used to. However, today Julian was returning home for some much needed time off and she was excited to spend some much needed time with him and Lake in Florida soon. It was nice for them to be able to share some time; and what better way to spend sometime together then with the potentially celebration of the results from the tests in his bag. At least she assumed that's what was in his hand seeing as how he'd agreed to go before he got here. Removing herself from her couch as she heard the front door open, Haven smiled as she took a few steps towards Julian, letting her arms wrap around his neck as she pulled him in for a kiss, letting her smile widen as she relaxed into him. "I missed you.." she whispered, letting herself skip her typical greeting to speak on exactly how she was feeling. "Welcome home."

A fourteen hour flight had never felt so long. He was obviously excited to be going home and finally be in those familiar arms again, but her text just before he took off had been what got him really impatient. He knew that getting his hopes up wasn't a good idea, but they'd both wanted this. Was it just their luck it already happened so fast? To make time go by faster, he decided to lay down in the plane's bed and sleep mostly through it. Yet even when they finally made it to Kismet Harbor, he had one stop to make at the pharmacy, which luckily was open at this hour. He was without his Ferrari, being dropped off at Haven's place instead of going to his own, sending Dana ahead with his belongings. He saw the light still burning, which didnt surprise him, so he wasn't being extra quiet when he opened the front door, the plastic bag in his free hand, making his way inside. @havenbsinclair

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Smirking as she flipped her hair over her shoulder in a teasing manner, Haven laughed. "He should be, your right." she smiled, shaking her head. "Honestly though, traveling is exhausting but I also love it. I've seen a lot of things that I would've never gotten to see either wise, and I mean, sure he's busy but it's been fun." she smiled. "This jetlag though is the worst. I love him and I'll do it five times in a row if I have to so I can see him and see Lake too but I don't even know what day of the week it is." she spoke. "Or well, I guess wouldn't if it weren't for Lake. He keeps me in check." she laughed. When the other mentioned that she hated cancelling, Haven nodded. "I get it. I'm the same way. I hate cancelling and I hate being cancelled on, but I also understand that things come up. Especially now that I've got a kid with some medical issues that could change things in the drop of a hat." she admitted. The other mentioning that the taste of food made her nausea worse made Haven raise an eyebrow, but she shook her head, letting the thought pass. Just because that had been a huge pregnancy symptom for herself didn't mean anything for anyone else and she wasn't about to suggest that to the other. She was sure she had just caught some sort of bug that was going around. "I'm really good, actually. Better than good I'd say." she spoke, looking at her friend. "Between being a mom, a girlfriend and a business woman I feel like I barely know who I am sometimes, so I'm stoked to be doing something for myself today. And how are you?" @lilianaxsantos

"A trophy girlfriend? Girl, he should be your trophy boyfriend." Liliana laughed, though she understood what the blonde meant. If she was traveling with her boyfriend around the world and have him splurge money on her she would call herself a trophy girlfriend too. "No, scratch that. Because you are a prize, so you're definitely the trophy girlfriend." Liliana changed her mind, gesturing at the blonde in the process to rewind her words. "Yeah I'm good. I hate cancelling." And she couldn't stand if people cancelled last minute. She would at least try and if her nausea got the best of her she would conceide. "Hmm. Funnily enough the taste of food just makes it worse. But I had some yoghurt before, so I'm good for a little." She nodded . "But spill, how are you? What's the latest in Haven's world?" @havenbsinclair

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Getting back into the interior design field had been a lot. While it had been her first passion, she found herself letting go of anything that reminded her of her past for quite a few years; but now that she was back into it, Haven was thoroughly enjoying it and honestly loved how it made her feel safe again. That she served a purpose outside of selling houses and packing lunches all day. So when she'd been asked to help out Roman, Haven nearly jumped at the opportunity. So, as she stood in the home goods store, looking at the area they were currently standing with a piece of paper in her hand, she was making notes of everything she needed to help him with. "I can already tell you that color palette is the ultimate cozy vibes." she laughed. "Let me start by asking; are you looking to change paint colors, furniture, accents and everything or are you looking to keep the foundational pieces - the furniture - and just change what you decorate with? That's a good place to start so I know exactly what to help you with." @romanrhodes

where: a trendy homeware store somewhere downtown with: Haven Sinclair ( @havenbsinclair )

Roman felt slightly out of his element, but he'd been placed in the trustworthy hands of Haven Sinclair. He'd been in therapy, talking about wanting to move past... the break-up with Andrew, but it felt impossible when Andrew had lived in his house. Too many things reminded Roman of him, including his bed. His therapist had given him some advice that had been so obvious - switch the headboard with the other bed, and change his bed sheets. Great advice, so great Roman had decided to take it a step further and redecorate the farmhouse... unfortunately, Andrew had been the interior decorator, and he knew very little. He had a vague idea about themes and colours, but he needed someone to help him pull it all together. Julian, his fishing friend, had almost leapt out of his camping chair to recommend Haven.

"So I like... burnt orange, shades of green that aren't... garish? Brown, tan. It's a farmhouse, so I want, kind of... country home, but subtle. Cosy, warm, worn leather. Is this making sense?"

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"You and I both." Haven spoke as they began making their way towards the aquarium. She loved being a mom more than anything, but she did get really sad when she thought about how much Lake was growing on her. It wasn't something she enjoyed seeing and despite the fact that he was growing he'd always be her baby. "Well, there's one more thing. You're here and while I know your childhood wasn't great, it's something that I'm at least thankful for." she smiled, giving him a pat on the back. When he mentioned that he appreciated having the ability to learn while working, Haven nodded. That was something she understood too well. "I'm just glad it's working out for you. I know you're probably fantastic at it so it's gonna be nice having someone like you to depend on in case of an emergency." @riverxjackson

He chuckled "What Lake are you getting too big on me now" he teased knowing it wasn't that. "You and me both" he chuckled for a moment. "Work helps me too now" That was all about time and being there in the moment. He laughed "The only thing good he ever did" River didl like his name he liked it wasn't a common name. Even know his father only did it so his name could stand out more. He nodded with a smile. "The hours are long... but it's been great" he did love it. "Learning a lot since the schooling was quick, so it's great they help me learn as we work" he smiled. @havenbsinclair

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"There are many things that he finds annoying when Mom says it." Haven laughed, tossing her son a teasing wink before she let her attention focus back on her sister. "You're right he could but you really think Noah would look at the two of us both in the face and still say no? Because I don't think he could. He'd feel too guilty." Haven laughed. She herself could get her way if she wanted it - which she knew Mallory was already quite aware of - but if need be she'd pout until Noah gave in. It was the least she could do for some quality time with her siblings. "I get that. Definitely a lot more stationary." she nodded, listening as she spoke that Mallory made the comment that's what Julian was doing these days. "You know, I hadn't even really considered that." she spoke, laughing. "I mean, sure I knew he traveled, but, I guess I just didn't put two and two together that one important person in my life stopped traveling the world and now another one is filling that void. Guess it just means you and I can use him for any of our travel desires." she laughed. @malloryxsinclair

"It's always annoying when mom says it," Mallory couldn't help but tease, remembering being Lake's age once. "He could say no," she laughed softly with a slight nod of her head, "but at least we know where he will be so we can drag him out of the house anyway," Mallory continued to joke with Haven over their brother. "I wouldn't say I'm bored," she didn't want her siblings to think that she was miserable giving up her fast-paced career for something more mundane in Kismet Harbor. "It's just different is all and change is good, even at my age." She told Haven with a smile, "Funny how your boyfriend seems to be doing the same with his races, though." Mallory jested, though she liked Julian for Haven. @havenbsinclair

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Looking up at the other as she began a rant that was clearly something the two shared both a heavy dislike for but something they were asked nearly every day she shook her head, taking the glass of water from the other. "You know I don't care when you show up. You could tell me you were out having breakfast on the beach and didn't wanna leave and I don't care.." Haven shrugged. "But honestly, that's the worst. I mean, I know we put in the emails and mention it in person that we can help with that stuff, but we have an entire spreadsheet of contractors we work closely with that is way better at that sort of thing than we are." she admitted. "I mean, sometimes I'll do it for no charge depending on how easy the task is, but it sounds like this couple wanted you to build the house for them at this point, damn." Haven spoke. "Think they're gonna cancel the follow up appointment for next week or should I hold out on removing it from my calendar?" @joanxwagner

"You would not believe the nerve this couple had. Demanding that we took care of the moving company and coordinating it to their schedule, as well as asking and collecting quotes for renewal of the roof and for the living room floors." She huffed, walking over with two glasses of water, handing one to Haven. "I'm happy enough to go the distance, but then they had the gal to be insulted when I said there would be extra fees, depending on the costs of the companies as well as our time." she sighed, sitting down with a huff. "Anyway, that's why I was late." @havenbsinclair

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Haven: Oh I'm sure. I was just bragging. Lol. Haven: Good point. Haven: He chose well, that's for sure.

Dana: I think there are few people he is not friends with. Dana: I mean, I'm glad he's not advertising it, lol Dana: It was just another creepy, white old man and Julian also knew my skills wouldn't go to waste if he hired me

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"Oh, I have no doubt that people here would keep him safe. It's actually Lake that I'm worried about. He tries to do more than he's capable of, and half the time he ends up hurting himself by trying to be the 'big guy'." she spoke, shrugging as she smiled. "He's a bit stubborn like his mom, that's for sure." she added a playful laugh as she listened to the other explain it a bit. "I could definitely do that. It would probably only be once or twice a week right now anyways; is there a specific day of the week you come out?" she questioned. "Even if it's just to make sure he picks up the basics and is taking his own safety seriously and then I can let him loose or something." she shrugged. "I just don't want him breaking a leg or an arm because he was convinced he knew what he was doing, and seeing as how I have no climbing experience at all, I don't want fuss at him if he's actually doing something right." @thesimonhawthorne

"There are people here to make sure climbers are safe, even climbers who know what they're doing and it's not that big of a place. People are even more careful when it comes to kids." He was proof himself, he thought. He wouldn't say he was the most helpful guy, but even he would be intervening if he saw a kid trying to climb with no supervisor or safety gear. "It is. Some adults do only that too so he wouldn't feel singled out." It was mostly people who were novice or people who were too scared for the big wall but he didn't have to know that. Simon let out an amused sigh. "It's nice that you think of me as someone who would offer to do something if I didn't want to but I'm not. I come here anyway. I'm not saying intensive training, but he could come here a few hours a week, and I can help him," he said with a shrug.

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It wasn't that Haven didn't already know that Julian was always okay - or more than okay as he'd just stated - when she was around; because she could definitely say it was one of the many things she was confident of. But hearing him say it made her smile and she leaned forward on her tiptoes, letting her body lean into him which only proved to be exactly what she'd needed as she felt his hand brushing the skin on her side and she closed her eyes, letting her own hands resting against his shoulders. Of coursed that didn't lost for long before her fingers were intertwined with his, her lips finally parting from his and her gaze was on him again. "My standards are exactly where I want them to be." she spoke, looking back at her boyfriend. "And right now I can't think of anything but giving you that tour." she smiled, tugging on his hand before she made her way towards his steps. "You mind if we take a detour?" she questioned. "I'm slightly distracted by showing you my favorite part." @julianxhawthorne

Julian simply nodded at her words, not taking his eyes off of her. For both the reasons that he liked to look at her as well as the fact he enjoyed the blush creep up on her cheeks once he did it long enough. She was irresistible as it was, even more so when she had that innocent look about her, when the both of them knew she really wasn't. Not that Julian was complaining, however. "I'm always okay when I am with you. More than okay." He whispered, his thumb stroking over a reddened cheek. "You should really raise your standards, you know." Julian mused between kisses, allowing the fingertips that were on her waist to find the space between her jeans and her sweater, sway along the soft tissue of her skin up until it was captured by her hand. "Well, then continue your tour, Miss Sinclair. I am curious to see the upstairs." @havenbsinclair

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"Girl, same and I don't have an excuse." Haven laughed, looking at her friend as she nodded. She truly knew what it felt like to be exhausted; she felt as if she were in a permanent state of exhaustion recently. "I have a whole bed we can cuddle and nap in if you want." she laughed. "I've been told I'm a great cuddler, and I promise I still don't steal the blanket." Haven laughed, though, she knew that if anyone besides her boyfriend knew how she was when it came to sleeping it was her best friend. The two had shared in plenty of sleepovers through the years to tell her that. "I do, yeah. A few kinds actually, let me go grab them and I'll let you pick what looks the best." she smiled. Crackers with cheese or peanut butter had been one of Lake's favorite snacks, and while she also kept flavored crackers in the house for salads and such she didn't assume that Amerie would want any of those. "Hopefully this puts me high on your list for coming to your rescue." she playfully winked and looked at her best friend before settling on the couch. "I'm excited. A little nervous for Julian but, excited." she smiled. "We'll have to go sometime! Take a girls trip. Catch the waves together. Book a trip, take Julian as our tour guide or something." she laughed. "But, of course getting you through this pregnancy is priority." she spoke. "I'm glad you were feeling up to coming over for a visit but you know I would've came to you if you'd asked.." @ameriecelestino

Amerie chuckled softly, before moaning slightly in self pity. “I don’t even remember what I did yesterday at the moment, I feel so tired all the time.” She sighed as she adjusted herself on her friend’s couch again. “You don’t happen to have any, do you?” She asked, as salty crackers were the only thing she’d been able to keep down recently too, unless she ate too late, then she was doomed regardless. “Yeah, fresh air does do me some good. Sadly I seem to need to carry a grocery store with me at all times because this nausea sneaks up on you.” She explained before turning slightly again as she tried to get comfortable. “But I felt up for it and I have missed you too, so I wanted to see you before you left.” She said before nodding when she mentioned Lake and him staying at her brother’s. “Australia.. Sounds like a dream. I can’t even begin to tell you how jealous I am.” She smiled at Haven, “I hope the weather is in your favour.” She added. “Try to catch some waves for me if you can, will you?” @havenbsinclair

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Haven: I'm glad you have him. If I had my way he'd be friends with everyone; he deserves it. Haven: He's never told me that. But it makes sense.

Dana: I know that, Julian's been an amazing boss but also a friend Dana: It's how I started working for Julian, actually. He saw it happen.

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"I don't know many people that aren't obsessed with him if I'm being honest." Haven admitted, ending the sentence in a small chuckle as her hand grazed over the fur of the dog at her feet. "And with good reason, he's the greatest person I've ever met." she added, knowing she was fully gushing but she didn't care. She'd brag about Julian all day long if she could. "I'd gladly sacrifice my life for this cuteness, though, I'm sorry to disappoint you Nico." she sighed, letting her attention return to the other once Nico was content with the pets he'd received. "I've been good, actually. No complaints here." she smiled, letting the smile widen as she laughed, looking at the blonde and shaking her head. "If anything he's the one having second thoughts." she playfully winked. "No, we're good though, honestly. Better than good but I'm sure you've heard enough of that and abotu that from him for a lifetime, right?" she questioned. When Delphine mentioned the kiosk, Haven nodded. "I was thinking about heading there myself. They have a delicious hazelnut latte I've been craving, you sure you don't mind if I come with you?" @delphinehawthorne

Delphine was relieved to see that Nico had been running up to Haven and not a complete stranger. "That fully explains it then," she chuckled. "Nico is obsessed with Julian, so there's no way you were making it off of this beach alive," she joked. She was sure that if the dog had to choose between his owner or Julian, it would be absolutely no contest. "How have you been, anyway? Having second thoughts about my dear brother yet?" she laughed, loosening the leash on Nico so he could sniff around some of the nearby rocks. She was joking; she loved seeing her brother so happy, and she was glad it was with someone like Haven. She brought out the best in Julian, and she hoped they'd last the distance. "I was actually going to grab a coffee from the kiosk over there if you're up for it?" she asked, gesturing towards the small coffee stand on the edge of the beach.