violetbaldwin

[violetbaldwin]

It matters because I said it does, and of course I disagree. Look whatever you did, I'm sure it's way behind you now. You're probably a new person if you feel this much distress over it.

Just because you've done terrible things doesn't mean someone can't worry about how you are.

I'm not a monster.

Why does it matter Violet? Do you disagree? You certainly wouldn’t if you knew the things I’ve done.

Who cares how am I? I’ve done so many terrible things. I’m doing… 

[violetbaldwin]

Who called you a monster?

Rowan, are you okay? You're looking a little, well distraught.

I'm not a monster.

I - I’m just me.

[violetbaldwin]

It had taken Violet some time to gather the courage to do this, to have this talk. And even now, out here in the middle of the woods, she still was feeling unsure about all of this. But the crunching leaves of someone approaching had her straightening up her back, a courage she hadn't felt in awhile took over. A courage that vaguely felt like the same one that over took her when they first connected actually. "I know it's been awhile and this is all short notice, but I appreciate you showing up. I just thought maybe it was time we talked." She turned around to face him, his eyes focused on her. :I know I have a lot to say, and some questions that need answering."

[violetbaldwin]

Precious little Violet, you really don't have anyone one who hates you do you? As much as we would love to see you hated among those of the town, we have a better idea for you. You seem to be close with a certain hunter, a hunter who is very closed off might we add. But you see Violet, you have 24hours to confess to him your feelings and have him confess them back. If you don't complete this, something bad will happen.

What? A hunter, no that's... that's just no.

M!A activated

[violetbaldwin]

I'll just have to start showing my face around there more often, because that sounds like a promise to me, Caleb. If nothing else I have to see how well you can keep your word about all these skills you speak of.

I did, it’s rude of me to keep my skills to myself. I will definitely woo you with my skills making alcohol free drinks, so you should show your face around here more often.

[violetbaldwin]

You really can't have successful barista with no hands, I mean how will you make their orders?

Never, really the plan sounds fool proof.

I'm sorry --

I would be, I need my hands to work. You can’t have a barista that can’t use her hands.

Sounds like a plan to me. I’ll have to bring her by and we can introduce you as a statistician, she’ll never know the difference.

[violetbaldwin]

Exactly! You'd be on your hands and knees scrubbing most likely, and then they would hurt so really you'd be losing.

That's quite alright. I can prepare some fake statistics or something so she's even more inclined to believe me. It'll be fine.

I'm sorry --

That’s true, I would have got blood all over the carpet and I hate bleach.

Oh I will, although next time I might just send her your way and you can calmly explain to her that forcing your friends into excruciatingly tall heels is not a solution. She’s a bit stubborn, she’s more likely to believe you than she is to believe me. 

[violetbaldwin]

His compliment, no matter how unfounded it was (because really he'd never heard anything she had written so it was an unreliable compliment at best), still caught her off guard. Violet tilted her head, her usual sweet smile grew more prominent. "Thank you, I'm glad that it at least comes off like I'd write something decent." Her eyebrows crinkled and she took a moment to glance back at the coffee shop. "While I would never say that," her focus went back to him, "I probably should get back." Violet patted her pocket, "But don't worry, we'll definitely give you a call about a reading. And if you have anymore questions about them that come up or something you're always welcome to ask us." If he was hinting at her calling her for something more than the poetry readings it went above her head, as usual.

Hey!

"Oh, really? I bet they were really good," he smiled when her eyes caught his. "Am I keeping you from work? Because I don’t mean to if that’s the case. You have my number if we need to talk more about this later." That was the first time he’d hinted at someone to call him; he’d hope that she would. He was really interested in this reading and she seemed pretty legit in telling him about it. "I mean, you don’t have to or anything. It would probably just be more convenient with time and everything," he stumbled over his words. 

[violetbaldwin]

Well, if they end up there they probably won't be there for long. After all it's a short fall to the ground after you've been shot in the head. Not that I would know seeing as I'm still alive. I don't even think I know someone who owns a gun actually. Also, I don't understand how that's impressive, but I recognize the compliment and thank you for it.

Well know, but I don't know what you do in your spare time. Maybe you work with them? And really I just meant restrictions like they have to be all asked right now or something like that. Because sometimes, especially when there's few opportunities, it's best to think on what's most important and come back to them. I mean really this is like three magic wishes, I don't want to blow them.

It takes all kinds of ingredients to make a stew. So yes, I do think there are people who want to end up on the wrong end of the gun. So the little girl has a wild streak, impressive. I didn’t think you would have had it in you. I’m already regretting these three questions. No there aren’t any terms, who do you think I am, the IRS? What kind of terms would there be? Now go ahead and ask your questions.

[violetbaldwin]

Well you know, at the end of the day at least you saved yourself from cleaning up a huge mess if you had cut off a part of her leg. You'll just have to keep it in mind that excuse of short being in for next time.

I'm sorry --

I should have, but the thought never crossed my mind. It was either sacrifice my comfort for the greater good or cut off her legs so that she was shorter.

[violetbaldwin]

[violetbaldwin]

Are you always like this? I mean, negative about the world. You act like it's done you some complete wrong, like you're some how superior to normal emotions. Look, I understand you're a stranger and you don't know me and I don't know you. But, the way you talk.... It's so sad. I'm so sorry for you.

I don't mind though, I can lead you to where you need to go.

Gender Swap || Dante

That’s because you were raised into a mundane lifestyle where cherishing things comes naturally to you, even if said things shouldn’t be cherished. Family isn’t something you can cherish, it’s a burden you bear. I would love to hear it if your story had a point, but something tells me it doesn’t. A guide would be handier if you don’t mind.

[violetbaldwin]

No matter what you've done you always deserve happiness, Raphael. You're a good person, sassy as can be but it's part of your charm. No matter what sins you have committed your heart is kind and deserves a happiness even if you don't feel it does.

I know, but still. No heartbeat, at all? That's- that's crazy and impossible but everything in this town is sort of impossible. Is that a real question you want me to answer, because sometimes your redundant questions confuse me. You don't have to talk to him, maybe there are other people you can talk to instead? Witches go back for so many generations, and I know that there are some books that tell about their history. Dante isn't the first of his kind, there has to be records somewhere. If you're not ready to ask the question, you may be able to search for an answer.

The funny thing was… I was happy after I died. I saw my sister again. I thought I wouldn’t deserve such happiness with all the things I’ve done, but I saw her again.

Well, this town isn’t like any place else, and the people aren’t either. It hurt. I’m not going to lie, I was in so much pain and agony, and there was a few minutes that I lived without my heart. I don’t plan on taking another vacation, because I’m not sure if I can. I don’t have a heart, Vi. I don’t have a heartbeat. What’s the first thing that you would do if you came back to life? The first thing I did was make sure that I was actually alive. I don’t have a heartbeat and I’m not sure how I’m alive, and the only one that I would be able to ask I’m not ready to talk to yet.

[violetbaldwin]

This jellyfish has no body, and if she did she wouldn't want to flaunt it to any men. I prefer it when men's attention is on someone else.

Knowing him I'm sure he wouldn't, but  he also loves you dearly. I'm sure you would have been able to talk him into it.

And what the hell are you supposed to be?

[violetbaldwin]

She let her eyes linger on the name and number for a moment more before she folded it and placed it into the pocket on her apron. "They're actually a lot of fun, our readings. I've shared a few things at them since working there. The crowd is usually very supportive." Violet caught his eye and smiled, "I don't mind, it's just an unusual request. I mean don't get me wrong there's a list we have of course, but it's only got two names on it."

Hey!

Confused spread across her face like wild fire. “Yes, please. I’d like to see how you run things and hopefully partake in it. I haven’t been in a reading since my college days.” Jaden looked down at his drink that was loosely held in one hand; he flicked his wrist to swirl it. Memories flooded his mind and for a split second, he was back in college. A cold chill caused him to remember that he wasn’t alone.

"You don’t mind, do you?"

[violetbaldwin]

I guess the whole trick part of this holiday is what you live for isn't it? The police really go after you? What sort of trouble do you exactly find yourself getting into, Harley? Maybe the best part for you, but even once for me sounds like to much. I heard it was even more terrifying then last year, which is saying a lot seeing as last year I jumped so high I fell into part of the props.

And what are you suppose to be?

Besides causing trouble, I am here for everything. This has always been my favorite time of the year because I can get away with a lot because everyone could be anyone, makes it harder for the police to catch me. But the Haunted Walk is the best part of the whole fair! You have to at least go on it once.

[violetbaldwin]

Sounds brutal, like completely inhumane brutal. Then again, I guess that's death isn't it.

Leverage? That's crazy, people aren't leverage. I mean, at least, they shouldn't be. That's a question for whatever higher power you believe in I'm afraid. I can never find myself coming up with an answer for why anyone has powers outside the norm. Especially when they seem to cause so much strife and torture. I'm so sorry this happened to you, Raph. You're not planning on taking another vacation are you?

More like tortured and then heart burst dead, but regardless— dead.

Dante tortured me to death, but I don’t know why he brought me back. At least not yet. He hasn’t shown up to bother me since I woke up in the middle of the woods, but I’m assuming that I’m some sort of leverage. You know, I’m not okay. I’m really not. I was finally happy, but to be ripped away from that? Why would anyone… why should anyone be given the power to do that to someone?