#gccdwitch (lucy and ches)

[likeswallowstosea]

@gccdwitch asked: “i was just standing here, minding my own business.” from lucy to james or zander

“Bullshit.” James shot back immediately, rolling his eyes at the concept of Lucy ever minding her own business. Most likely she was trying to dig up some dirt to shit-talk him with Zander later, it wasn't like he was unaware of the fact that Ches's best friends hated his guts. And sure, it was warranted all things considered, but he wasn't about to admit to that out loud. “So what's this really about? I haven't spoken to Ches, so if she's upset it's not my fault this time.” Well, that wasn't entirely a lie. He hadn't spoken to her since she kissed him and ran out the door, at least. “Did you ask Theo or Zander what they did? Gods know she spends way too much 'quality time' with those two if you catch my drift.” Okay, was he a bit bitter that Ches had kissed him and ran out the door? Yes. Was this fair? No. Was he going to continue being angry about Theo and Zander being close to his ex when he couldn't even get her to sit down and try to talk things through? Yes. He was a child of Ares, when wasn't he angry?

[likeswallowstosea]

If Lucy knew the actual text message thread Ches was repeatedly typing and erasing in at the moment, she’d probably be even more concerned then she already was. There was a reason Ches flipped her phone over every time Lucy was near, hoping she wouldn’t spy the words Fettuccine Alfredo at the top of the screen. “I do have self control. I’m erasing everything I type, and it’s not like he’ll even notice what I’m doing. Given everything going on, he’s way too busy to notice the indicator that says I’m typing.” Well, if it’d been James he might have but she hoped Lucy wouldn’t think about that fact too much, write off her denial of James’s constant vying for her attention as delusion. At least she could rest easy knowing Alfie absolutely would never check to notice the typing bubble. She reaches for her mug, letting the warmth radiate through her bones a moment before taking a sip. “And I’m not- you really don’t have to worry about me. I’m okay, really. I appreciate the tea though, babe.” Would Lucy believe that blatant lie? Unlikely, but at least she’d assume her rotten mood was about James. And sure, any other day she’d be right about who she was going back and forth trying to text, just because she wasn’t tempted to answer the six text messages she’d gotten from James today at the moment didn’t mean she hadn’t considered reading them. But instead here she was typing out lengthy apologies then, erasing them because she knew she was the last person Alfie actually wanted to hear the words I’m sorry from. “I know better than to fall in love with James again. I promise. Plus, you know my thoughts on adultery, and considering we’re already married… you’re not trying to get rid of me, right?” She teases, the briefest hint of a smile tugging at her lips as she settles deeper into the couch cushions. Still, there was no way she was getting out of this conversation that easily, and she lets out a deep sigh. “I really look that pathetic today though, fuck.”

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“Come on, honey, have some self-control.” Lucy folds her legs beneath herself as she takes a seat on the couch, battling between concern and anger as she looks over at her best friend. She passes Ches one of the steaming mugs and tightly wraps her hands around the one that remains for her, gently blowing on the tea. “Don’t think about him, don’t let him back in. You know you’re just going to fall in love again and we can’t have that. Seriously. You deserve so much better.”

[likeswallowstosea]

“You don't like going around trying cool things from other countries?” Ches asked innocuously, but she knew what Lucy was trying to say. No, it was a horrible idea because there'd be way too much temptation all around her if they did that, and Lucy knew better than to believe Ches when she said she was doing okay at the moment. It was her birthday, she was never okay. Although, despite her best efforts to try to keep things light, she can't help the frown that forms on her lips when Lucy tries to reassure her. “Do you actually like the rides and stuff, or are you making yourself miserable because I like the rides and stuff?“ She asked, because sure Ches could happily spend the entire day hopping ride to ride excitedly - enjoying the adrenaline rush every chance she got. But it wasn't really fair if that was at the expense of ruining Lucy's time, right? ”I just… maybe I'm a bit too in my own head right now, but I want to make sure you're having fun too. You know?”

Lucielle’s whole body goes tense as her friend suggests drinking. One sharp turn on her heel later, she’s facing Ches, her expression softening ever so slightly when she clarifies that the drinks don’t have to be alcoholic. “Yes, Ches,” she says. “That is a bad idea and doesn’t sound even remotely fun.” Lucy doesn’t mean to sound mean, but her worry sharpens her words, anyway. The blonde breathes in and looks around, trying to calm down. Ruining her best friend’s birthday because she’s too worried about her drinking is not on her to-do list. “I think this is much better.” Much safer, at least, though she’s not about to word it like that. “I like the rides and… stuff. Besides, you’re with me and that’s all I need to have fun. Are you not having fun? I'm sure we can think of a way to switch things up, just... not that.”

[likeswallowstosea]

Honestly, if you asked Zander, Lucy had found the most ideal way to avoid the town hall meeting when she’d pulled out her phone to play chess. “Well, not interesting is better then a screaming match about the mayor announcing we need to decrease the school budget this year to repair the roads, or something.” He sighs. Sure, he understood everyone’s desires to be heard, he didn’t envy the balancing act the mayor had to do in order to keep everyone happy, but tensions felt particularly high tonight. Way more so then usual, and he wasn’t even sure judging people with Lucy would be enough to deal with all of this. “I’m sure you’ll win. What are they doing?” Sure, maybe he could just peek over her shoulder to watch the chess game but it’d be rude to do without asking, and asking to watch to get out of paying attention to the brewing storm would also be weird. “Yeah, fine.” He brushes the concern off, reaching for the thermos when Lucy offered to let him pour himself some into the cap. “I just don’t see tonight’s meeting ending well.” He said as he untwists the lid, filling it partially with hot coffee and taking a sip before continuing. “Like sure, I wouldn’t say any of these end well. Someone always says something stupid, it’s unavoidable, but it feels more volatile tonight.”

Plus, he didn’t exactly know where Ches and Balo had ended up in the crowd, and Balo never really enjoyed yelling. In hindsight, he should have insisted she stay home tonight. He lets out a deep sigh, taking another sip of coffee. “But thanks for the coffee, I’ll bring it next time.” ( @gccdwitch )

“Oh.” Lucy looks up from the intense game of chess on her phone, blinking at the scene around them. “I didn’t even notice we’ve started so nothing too interesting, I guess,” she admits without a trace of guilt. “I’ve been trying to beat this person for the past ten minutes and it’s really tough. I’m getting annoyed.” Her attention goes back to her phone, though she hums at Zander’s words. She could feel it, too. The tension in the room is so thick, it’s almost suffocating, and she really just wants to go home and nap this off already. She doesn't have the patience for whatever bullshit is about to go down. “I guess,” she murmurs, quickly scanning her friend’s profile while waiting for the other player’s turn. “Is everything okay with you? Aside from all the chaos here. You know, I brought coffee. You can pour yourself some in the thermos’s cap, if you want.” / @likeswallowstosea