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Please... don’t hurt her

When the Pleasant family got home and realized Lilith was gone, they immediately called the police. But the officers were tired of being called to the Pleasant household, Lilith was already known for her late-night disappearances. The police brushed it off and even scolded them for overreacting.

Days went by. Lilith didn’t come back.

Then, one night, the phone rang. The voice on the other end was unfamiliar.

— 15,000 simoleons if you want your daughter back. Midnight. Forest, NY. Don’t call the cops.

Mary-Sue and Daniel were shaken. They weren’t exactly role models as parents, but they didn’t want anything bad to happen to their daughter. And after how the police had treated them, they weren’t going to bother calling again.

Daniel took the 15,000 simoleons they had managed to save over the past few weeks and went to the location alone.

Dustin, wearing one of Klaus’s disguises, was completely unrecognizable.

He greeted Daniel, who didn’t waste time.

— Where’s my daughter?

— The money.

— I’ve got it. Where is she?!

— She’ll be back tomorrow.

— No! I want her now! Where is she?

— That’s the deal, sir. Give me the money and she’ll be home tomorrow.

— No!

Dustin’s voice hardened.

— Then it’s off. I hope you said goodbye to your daughter, sir.

Daniel’s chest tightened. He couldn’t remember the last time he’d said something kind to Lilith.

— Wait... okay. I agree. Here. Please... don’t hurt her.

Dustin took the money and reached out his hand as if to shake on the deal. But just as Daniel moved to take it, Dustin pulled his hand back with a grin — then turned and ran off, laughing.

Adrenaline surged through Dustin’s veins.

It worked.

Daniel didn’t suspect a thing. And in Dustin’s mind, Daniel and Mary-Sue were finally getting what they deserved.

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Thank you, Klaus

Shortly after leaving their homes, Lilith and Dustin met up with Klaus at a cabin on a deserted road. There was nothing around — just the cabin and a thick border of trees. No cars passed, no voices, no lights. In the distance, they could hear dogs howling and the wind rustling through the leaves.

Lilith, surprised, turned to Klaus.

— How did you find this place?

— This old cabin’s been in my family for years — Klaus replied calmly. — And as you can see, no one’s come around here in a long time.

He went on:

— It’s not fancy, but I set up these beds for you and brought a few clothes too. Might help with the disguise.

Dustin nodded, grateful.

— Man, this place is better than my house. Thanks a lot.

Klaus smiled.

— Stay as long as you need.

— If everything goes right, it won’t be for long — Lilith replied. — Thank you, Klaus.

— I’ll let you settle in. If you need anything, call me.

Dustin and Lilith said goodbye as Klaus walked off down the road.

Once he was gone, a heavy silence fell over the cabin — almost deafening. Dustin and Lilith looked at each other, communicating with nothing but a glance. “What kind of madness did we just get into?” Still holding each other’s gaze, they suddenly burst out laughing. Laughing at the absurdity, at the fear, at the adrenaline. Laughing because there was nothing else to do.

And then, overwhelmed by emotion, they finally fell into each other’s arms.

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Dustin and Lilith

While the Pleasant family was finally setting foot in Upside for Armand’s party, Lilith took advantage of being alone at home. It was now or never. Her plan sounded insane, but wasn’t her whole life already a bit of a mess?

She walked through the empty house, quietly said goodbye to each room, took a deep breath, and finally called Dustin.

Dustin was out in the backyard. Everything was quiet outside when the phone rang. This was it.

He thought about leaving a note for his mom. After all, despite everything, he didn’t hate her, he was just angry, wounded. But he gave up on the idea. He just grabbed what he needed, turned off the light... and left.

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Armand’s Party (16)

The party was finally coming to an end. Armand said goodbye to all the guests, thanking them for being there and giving special thanks to Samantha.

– Ah, Sammy, none of this would’ve been possible without you. Do you think she liked the ring? – Are you kidding? It’s beautiful, Armand. We made a great choice, trust me.

Daniel and Mary Sue said goodbye to Jason and Marissa.

Daniel stepped away briefly to say goodbye to Jessica and whispered in her ear:

– I’ll call you.

Dirk and Tara didn’t leave each other’s side for the rest of the night, and Angela was thrilled that her plan had worked. She and Justin also had a lovely evening.

Alexander and Sofia said goodbye with a hug — apparently, the chess table wasn’t Alexander’s only companion anymore.

Darren thanked Samantha warmly for the recognition. At the end of the night, he handed her a painting he had made especially for her.

– For you, as a token of my gratitude. – Oh, Darren, you didn’t have to… but thank you.

He hugged her goodbye, his heart light and content.

Nina was chatting cheerfully with Geoff. Geoff then asked: – Want a ride home? I’ll have them bring my car around… – I’m okay, Geoff, I’ll call a cab.

Nina had completely forgotten about Carlos until Isabel approached.

– Nina, have you seen my uncle Carlos? Ben and I should probably take him home. Nina glanced at Geoff with a guilty look. – Well, I don’t know, Isabel… last I saw him, he said he was going for a walk among the flowers.

A while later, Isabel found Carlos, gave him some water, and helped him back on his feet.

She scolded him softly: – How could you just pass out in the flower bed, uncle? No one knew where you were. I even asked Nina…

Carlos, still disoriented, interrupted her and walked toward Nina.

– Nin… I’m sorry… I think… I drank too much nectar…

Carlos reached out to touch Nina’s face.

Feeling awkward, Nina gently pulled his hand away. She was still upset.

Carlos went on: – Did you… already call a cab? I’ll go… with Isabel. Come… with me…

Geoff’s car arrived, and Nina, noticing people around beginning to watch, and realizing she’d be left alone once Geoff left, simply said:

– I’m fine, I already have a ride home. Shall we, Geoff…?

The party finally ended. Many things happened — new bonds were formed, others were strengthened, and some came dangerously close to breaking. But in the end, everyone had a good time and, just for one night, managed to forget all their problems.

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At the end of the dance, Tara placed her hand on Dirk’s chin and moved closer. Dirk looked toward Armand with concern.

Noticing this, Tara said gently:

– Don’t worry, my father trusts me. He trusts my choices.

Dirk smiled, relieved. All the tension left him as he leaned in to kiss Tara.

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Jason was the only one who didn’t seem truly excited about Armand’s wedding announcement.

While the others celebrated, he danced with Marissa, wearing a distant, restrained smile.

After a few minutes, he gently let go of his wife’s hand. – I’m just going to grab a drink, love – he said, heading over to the bar.

He poured himself a glass, but didn’t drink right away. His eyes fixed on Armand and Kimberly, dancing and laughing together. Jason felt his chest tighten.

He finished the drink in one gulp and quietly stepped outside into the garden.

Feeling the cool night air, he let out a deep sigh. He stayed silent for a few seconds, thoughts swirling quietly in his mind.

"He looks so happy…" He closed his eyes. "And here I am, pretending. Pretending everything’s fine, pretending it doesn’t hurt." He took a deep breath, his chest tightening slightly. "Armand… I wish I’d had the courage. But you never knew. And now… it’s too late." A faint, bitter smile crossed his lips. "Who am I kidding anyway? I never even had a chance…"

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Mary-Sue and Daniel were dancing when, nearby, Jessica invited Connor to dance.

Daniel watched from a distance. Connor politely declined, but Jessica had already anticipated his refusal. She glanced quickly in Daniel’s direction.

He gently let go of his wife. – I’ll be right back, love – he said, slipping away toward the garden.

Jessica followed shortly after. Daniel pulled her close and kissed her intensely.

– You’ve just met me today and already want to make me jealous? Jessica smiled, teasingly. – Well, it worked. Here you are.

Daniel smirked, still caught in the moment. – Don’t play with me, Jessica…

On the other side of the bushes, hidden in the shadows, Mortimer heard every word – and every word left unspoken – from Jessica and Daniel’s secret encounter.

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Mortimer, Jessica, and Connor sat down while the other couples danced.

They chatted for a few minutes, but soon Jessica and Connor stood up, leaving Mortimer alone. He was already feeling the weight of exhaustion.

His thoughts quickly drifted to Dina. He missed her. Was she doing better now?

Mortimer had never imagined he could love another woman after Bella.

"Where are you now, Bella? Lost somewhere in space...?"

He looked at Alexander, who was playing with Sofia. The smile on the boy’s face moved him deeply. How much he had grown... Bella would’ve been so proud of the wonderful children she left behind.

Carried by a silent longing, Mortimer walked out to the garden.

He lay down on the damp grass and stared up at the starry sky, letting his thoughts carry him to Bella — wherever she might be at that moment.

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While the couples were dancing, Geoff noticed that Nina and Carlos were nowhere to be seen.

He stepped outside into the garden and found Nina alone. He approached her gently.

— What are you doing out here? Everyone’s dancing inside.

Nina gave a nervous laugh.

— Well, I’d be dancing too… if my date hadn’t vanished. I’ve been looking for Carlos, but I can’t find him anywhere.

— Need help?

— I’d love that

Geoff and Nina began walking through the garden, searching for Carlos — until they found him. And they could hardly believe their eyes: Carlos was fast asleep in a flowerbed.

— There he is — says Geoff. — Looks like someone had a little too much nectar.

Then he added, with a slight grin:

— So… do you want to wake him up, or…?

Nina turned to look at him.

— Or…?

Geoff stepped a little closer, and Nina felt a spark — stronger now.

— We could just leave him there… and you could come dance with me instead.

Nina glanced at Carlos one last time. Part of her was still upset for being left alone the whole night. Then she turned her eyes to Geoff. She could’ve kissed him right there — but her shyness held her back.

Suddenly, Don came to mind. If Don had been the one standing there, he wouldn’t have hesitated. Don never did. He was bold, straightforward, and completely disarming. He didn’t wait — he made things happen. And maybe that’s what she missed most about him: with Don, her shyness was never a problem, because he always took the lead.

But Don was the past. And by the looks of it, Carlos might soon be part of it too.

She took a breath and said softly:

— He’ll be fine, won’t he? Let’s go dance.

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Radiant with joy after Kimberly’s “yes,” Armand exclaimed:

— Grab your partners, everyone! Let’s dance!

A slow, classic song began to play, and the tables were pushed aside, opening space on the floor. Armand and Kimberly were the first to start dancing, sharing a moment full of emotion and connection.

Soon, the other couples joined them: Marissa and Jason, Daniel and Mary-Sue, Ângela and Justin, Benjamin and Isabel, and Dirk with Tara.

Meanwhile, Sofia and Alexander had finally made peace and were playfully burping into the microphone on stage, making the guests laugh.

In a corner, Samantha stood alone, when Darren and Connor appeared simultaneously, both seemingly having the same idea. They exchanged a knowing look and smiled.

Samantha was left speechless, caught off guard.

Connor said:

— Let’s let the lady decide…

Darren disagreed:

— We shouldn’t put her in that position. Can’t you see she’s uncomfortable?

Connor agreed:

— You’re right. Then we’ll fight to the death for the lady. Ready, Darren?

Darren stared firmly at Connor and replied:

— Always.

Connor smiled:

— Then here we go… Rock-paper-scissors!

Darren won, hugged Connor, and said in a friendly tone:

— Sorry, my friend, it was a great fight.

Then Darren approached Samantha, kissed her hand gently, and asked with a charming smile:

— May I have the honor of this dance, milady?

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After another round of applause, Armand took the floor again:

— And now, everyone, the last announcement of the night — but certainly not the least important.

As he spoke, Darren, Samantha, and Kimberly started to step down from the stage. But Armand suddenly stopped and called out:

— Kim, my love... you don’t. Come here, please.

Kimberly paused, confused, but then stepped back onto the stage. As she approached, Armand knelt before her.

— Kimberly, will you marry me?

The crowd went wild — cheers and applauses. Kimberly glanced quickly at Samantha, narrowing her eyes as if to say — So this was what you were planning all along, wasn’t it?

Samantha just smiled broadly, visibly moved.

Everyone who thought Armand had given up on love since his split from Jessica was dead wrong. Armand was more in love than ever and couldn’t wait to share his life with Kimberly.

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After the announcement of the new business and a wave of applause, Samantha took the microphone once again:

— If you take a closer look at the flyers and the paintings on display, you’ll notice they’re almost identical. And of course, that kind of work doesn’t come from just anyone. So I’d like to call up the artist behind these beautiful pieces: Darren Dreamer!

The crowd erupted in applause, and quiet murmurs spread among the guests:

— "These paintings are amazing…"

— "Who would’ve thought? They’re actually really good…"

Darren walked up to the stage, visibly moved. For the first time, the world was truly seeing — and appreciating — his art.

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After quite some time of socializing — with some Sims clearly enjoying it more than others — Armand stepped onto the stage and called for everyone’s attention:

— Good evening, everyone. I want to thank you all for being here on this lovely night. The party isn’t over yet, but it’s time to share some important announcements… the real reasons behind tonight’s celebration.

He paused briefly, then continued:

— For the first one, I’d like to invite Samantha and Kimberly to the stage. I’ll now leave the floor to you, girls.

Samantha and Kimberly walked up as the crowd clapped. Kimberly took the microphone first.

— Samantha and I have had our differences over the years. Let’s just say I’ve always been the rebellious one… while Sammy — well, just look at her — unbearably sweet.

The guests laughed, and Angela, listening closely, felt a strange sense of déjà vu.

— We used to fight a lot — Kimberly went on — but we learned how to live with — and even love — our differences. Today, we’re like yin and yang. Those differences actually complete us.

She smiled and glanced fondly at Samantha.

— For months, we’ve been looking for something that truly reflects who we are. A project we could pour our soul into. And with Armand’s help, we brought that vision to life. So now, we’re proud to present… Flowers and Mysteries!

At that moment, Samantha pulled back the accordion-style cover, unveiling five paintings that together formed the storefront of their new business.

Kimberly continued:

— Flowers and Mysteries isn’t just a café. It’s a space for reconnecting with yourself. A cozy, flower-filled haven where you can enjoy your coffee in peace. That part will be lovingly run by Samantha.

She gave a playful wink and added:

— But if you’re in the mood for something deeper... more intense… come with me. I’ll guide you to the hidden corners of your soul. We’ll have relaxing massages, a full spa experience… and even a special room with a crystal ball. Don’t miss out on discovering our space!

The crowd burst into applause. Meanwhile, Armand handed out flyers with images of the place. Everyone was impressed — and curious.

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Meanwhile, Jessica and Daniel were still talking, now far more connected — as if the shared nostalgia had quietly opened the door to something else. Their conversation flowed easily, full of quiet laughs and lingering glances.

Jessica leaned in slightly, her voice low and suggestive.

— Look, just behind us… a new couple forming. You know, Daniel, watching them, I realized something. Maybe it wasn’t the parties that changed. Maybe it was us.

She let her words hang for a moment, then added with a teasing smile:

— But you know what? Some things got better with time...

Daniel turned to her with interest, a half-smile playing on his lips.

— Like what?

Jessica's gaze traced over him slowly before she replied.

— These days, the handsome guys aren’t surrounded by screaming crowds anymore. They’re sitting alone on garden benches…

Daniel had already sensed Jessica’s intentions, but now he leaned in, accepting the invitation in her eyes.

— We’re not as young as we used to be, Jessica. But you know what comes with age?

She said nothing — just kept looking at him, waiting.

— Experience. And if you let me, I’ll show you what that really means…you will forget all about the good old days.

He moved closer to her ear, his voice now a low murmur laced with temptation:

— Meet me upstairs. I won’t be long. I’m sure you’ll never miss the past again.

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Justin finally introduced Tara to Angela — and he was right: Tara was absolutely charming. The moment Angela noticed, a familiar twinge of insecurity crept into her chest. She knew it was time to act.

The four of them sat down, chatted for a while, toasted to the night, and laughed together. Dirk was having a great time and definitely didn’t regret showing up.

After some time, Angela gently pulled Dirk aside and said:

— Did you notice the way Tara was looking at you?

— What? No… I didn’t see anything like that, Dirk replied, confused.

— You should talk to her. Just the two of you. You know?

— You think so?

— I’m sure.

— But how?

— Leave it to me. Just wait here.

Angela headed back inside and approached Justin.

— Justin, Dirk wants to get to know Tara a little better. Could you ask her to meet him outside? He’s waiting.

Justin lit up.

— Of course! I’ll grab her and we’ll go—

Angela gently grabbed his arm and whispered:

— Justin… alone.

Justin caught on immediately and chuckled.

— Ahh… got it.

Dirk stood outside, waiting — a little nervous, a little excited. When Tara appeared, he straightened up and said, a bit awkwardly:

— So… think we could get to know each other a little better?

And surprisingly — even though Angela’s plan was rooted in more personal motives than she let on — things between Tara and Dirk just… clicked. They shared so many interests, and before he even realized it, the conversation had taken a softer turn. Light flirtation began to weave its way in naturally, without either of them forcing it.

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Carlos was completely out of control, and when Daniel noticed him looking in his direction, he quickly slipped outside—before he could be dragged into dancing like Mortimer had been.

The night was cool and pleasant. Daniel sat on a bench in the garden, enjoying the peace. From a distance, Jessica spotted him and made her way over, casually striking up a conversation.

— Well… these parties used to be better, don’t you think?

Daniel raised an eyebrow, intrigued. — Mind if I join you?

He nodded, watching her as she took a seat beside him. With a soft smile, she continued:

— I saw you escaping from Carlos.

Daniel chuckled awkwardly. — Yeah, that… let’s just say I’m not quite on his wavelength tonight.

— I’m Jessica, she said, leaning in slightly. You look familiar, but I don’t think I’ve seen you at any Upside parties before…

— This is my first one. I’m Daniel. And you’re right—things used to be more fun. We didn’t care about looking foolish. We just let go, even if it meant doing something embarrassing. We didn’t worry about what people thought.

Jessica held his gaze for a moment, then smiled with a touch of mischief.

— The only thing we cared about was dancing, having fun… and maybe finding a cute face to kiss...

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Mary-Sue and Nina started chatting politely, but it wasn’t long before their strong — and very different — opinions came to the surface. The topic was the environment, and what began as a light exchange quickly turned into a heated debate.

Nearby, Geoff and Isabel exchanged knowing glances. Sensing the tension rising, they stepped in calmly to diffuse the situation.

Isabel turned to Mary-Sue with a warm smile. — You're Mary-Sue, right? Marissa spoke very highly of you. It's a pleasure — I’m Isabel.

She then looked over to Geoff, who was now greeting Nina. — Geoff, where’s your sister Marissa? — Last time I saw her, she was inside. — Would you mind calling her for me? — Of course — Geoff answered gently, then turned to Nina with a smirk. — I’m going to grab a glass of grape nectar. Want to join me?

While Geoff poured their drinks, Nina took the chance to study him more carefully. That spark — the kind only Sims with a Romance aspiration truly recognize — gave the moment a subtle jolt.

When Geoff finally handed her a drink, he grinned. — I just saved you from getting smacked by Mary-Sue, did you notice? Nina laughed out loud. — I’d like to see her try.

Geoff found Marissa and called her over. She headed outside to join Mary-Sue and Isabel — but not before casting a suspicious glance at Geoff and Nina.

Meanwhile, Mary-Sue, Marissa, and Isabel took their seats at a table outside, where they happily chatted about children and careers.

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