Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park
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				Title: <strong>Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Silver</strong> on <strong>10-02-2013, 11:12:31</strong>
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				<br>Like any small town, there are many events celebrated throughout the year that help bring the townsfolk of Elliquiy together and helps to foster that close community that it is famous for. Of the four major events, none is perhaps quite so controversial amongst the residents as Elliquiy’s annual Valentine’s Day celebration – Love in the Park. <br><br>Perhaps the best way to describe the Love in the Park event would be to listen to John Paul Young’s 1978 disco classic ‘Love is in the air’. For indeed, love is in the very air the townsfolk breathe and while some resent the inherent invasion of privacy, most residents cannot help but ask a lot of questions. Who will be attending as couples? Who might become couples during the event? Who might have a secret admirer? Who will be the surprise romance of the event? Who will be so unlucky as to not find love on a day devoted to its celebration?<br><br>Much to the dismay of those who hold little hope of finding love, some eager townsfolk begin decorating from the start of February. Suffice to say, by the time February the 14th dawns the town is prepared for the annual event. Everywhere an Elliquiyan might look, there are reminders of this celebration of love. From the trees hang streamers of red, pink and white interspersed with heart-shaped decorations. Event posters highlighting the main attractions of the event are carefully taped to lamp posts. In most of the shop windows, cards in the shape of hearts can be seen pressed against the glass.<br><br>Perhaps the most startling of changes takes place in the park during the morning of the fourteenth. A stage is erected to play host first to the traditional, and charitable, bachelor and bachelorette auction and later for musical entertainments. Long tables are covered in red, white and pink cloths, decorated with heart motifs. Upon these tables appear plates and platters bearing sweet treats prepared throughout the day by the incomparably talented Isabelle of Elliquiy’s own Argent Bakery and Café. Other tables bear the victuals and beverages provided by other members of the community. The beer tent, provided by Sebastian of the Fisherman’s Net, is carefully guarded to curtail the mandatory attempts by the teenage residents of the town to get their hands on the alcohol.<br><br>With most business’ treating the day as an annual half-day holiday, a lot of places close around midday. This means that the majority of the town’s residents are recharged and refreshed by the time the event is opened at 3pm, with the greeting speech as traditionally delivered by the Mayor of Elliquiy. Once Molly Roth declares the event open, townsfolk are given free range of the park, to socialize and relax amid the festive air. A festive air helped in no small part by the presence of many heat lamps to offset the chilly temperatures of February in Oregon. The first sub-event takes place at 5pm, with the Bachelor and Bachelorette Auction. With all proceeds going to charity, this is a fun opportunity to do some good in the world, help promote the town and acquire a date for the rest of the event.<br><br>(http://www.artificialweddingbouquets.com.au/images/bouquets/resized/Hanging_hearts_005.jpg) (http://i-cdn.apartmenttherapy.com/uimages/ohdeedoh/2009-01-20-hearts.jpg)<br><br>(http://velvetstrawberries.typepad.com/.a/6a00d8341c8f0053ef01676260b2e3970b-650wi) (https://hsl.osu.edu/sites/hsl.osu.edu/files/styles/medium/public/tumblr_mhjqagM6JI1rqb6quo1_500.jpg)<br><br>(http://thegirlthegay.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/img_0546.jpg)
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>SpiralSpider</strong> on <strong>15-02-2013, 02:28:04</strong>
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				Ichiro (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=162834.msg7562709#msg7562709) was excited, he had been given his first big outside assignment when the City Council hired him to take pictures of the local Valentine's Day event. Even if the photos would only be used on the town's website and, perhaps, to promote the event the following year, he was very glad to have the job. He had been granted the opportunity to offer spontaneous portraits for the event-goers as well and he looked forward to catching a few romantic couples hand in hand. <br><br>Where he was from, Valentines day was handled a bit differently. Females gave gifts of chocolate to the important men in their lives, the more personal the gift the closer the relationship. Then the sentiment was returned the next month - on March 14th, a holiday named "White Day" - when the males gifted the females in their lives who had given them chocolates. But the mutual romance that the Americans celebrated on this day was a much lovelier thought in his eyes - that way there was less 'obligation' and more spontaneous affection. Still, a sigh escaped him while he considered the holiday in years passed. He had received so many gifts of chocolate from ladies he hardly even knew -and plenty from some who he'd never met. He was still happy at his decision to let all that go, but he knew so few in this new town that it seemed he was often lonely. But he held out faith that he'd find a comfortable middle place between invasive fame and the other extreme of invisibility soon. <br><br>A cardinal caught his attention in the branches of a nearby tree and he paused to get a quick picture, (http://www.greglasley.net/images/N/Nothern%20Cardinal%200126.jpg) its vibrant red was a perfect reminder of the day. Even if the photo was completely superfluous for the job he was hired to do it lifted his spirits quite a bit. Soon, he moved on and began to take snapshots of all the decorations he could find. It was still early afternoon, which allowed him a chance to get the setup before the park became flooded with visitors. He had traversed most of the park before he saw the first people arrive, and ended his rounds at the tables, taking macro images of the delectable sweets (http://watermarked.cutcaster.com/cutcaster-photo-100706496-Fruit-tarts.jpg) that Absolutely Argent Cafe had provided. His stomach growled then, reminding him that he'd not eaten anything since breakfast, the excitement of the day had taken him over to the point where it had completely slipped his mind. Perhaps he'd treat himself to a cupcake? If Valentine's day was not the day to give in to the bliss of frosting then no other day was....
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Silver</strong> on <strong>15-02-2013, 15:22:19</strong>
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				Isabelle had been awake for the past twelve hours cooking. This was the time of the year where business was beyond booming and work was and had taken over her entire life. Heart shaped molds, the colors or pink, white and red, how many ways could a heart be dressed up. As Isabelle set up the table for Absolutely Argent Bakery &amp; Cafe, everything was looked over twice, making sure that everything was absolutely perfect. Heart shaped brownies with a cherry compute, flavored milk with miniature cookies on sticks, meringue cookies hand piped in the shape of hearts, chocolate cheesecake with almonds covering the sides, miniature cheesecakes with a red wine raspberry sauce and plain old heart shaped sugar cookies that had been decorated by hand. <br><br>Then came all of the different types of cupcakes, the theme&nbsp; was that they all had to have pink frosting along with fondant hearts or the normal 'xoxo' and 'love' stamped on the fondant. A person would never know what flavor they would get due to them all looking alike. Izzie had taken the last two days coming up with different batters, the result had been even better than the previous year. Boston Cream Pie, Chocolate Orange, Red Velvet Cake, Green Tea and Snickerdoodle were just a few flavors along with some of her all time favorites. Finally was the cake, the cake that she had made three times to make sure that everyone in the town could have a piece. Underneath tiers of white fondant decorated with pink fondant was lemon butter cream, covering layers of white cake that held raspberry perseveres. It had the flavors of one the most special wedding cakes that Isabelle had been most excited to make during the last year. <br><br>(http://greekrestaurantmidtown.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/heart-desserts.jpg) (http://cupcakedropoff.com/products/VdayConvocupcake.jpg)<br><br>(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_1U7aYQvG0FI/TUNZQKVT8rI/AAAAAAAAABk/Rlux8gA7LCU/s1600/day-for-love.jpg)<br><br>As Izzie finally finished up setting up the tables out of the corner a flash was seen. It seemed that a person was beginning to take pictures of all the food she had made for Valentine's Day. A step back away from the table was taken, hands being rubbed on the front of the pink (http://img1.promgirl.com/_img/PGPRODUCTS/951034/1000/pink-dress-CL-D41030-a.jpg) dress she was wearing underneath a thick cardigan of the same color. Isabelle felt a bit odd wearing a dress when it was so cold outside, yet she wanted to look nice for Sebastian. In had been over a week since the man had been spoken too or seen, that busy she had been working. So today was special, the very first time that this holiday had rolled around when feelings of being excited about seeing a person, wanting to be with a person were actually had. Isabelle watched the photographer quietly, while thinking about Sebastian, wondering if she was going to make a fool of herself or not this day. <br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>SpiralSpider</strong> on <strong>16-02-2013, 04:15:15</strong>
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				Ichiro's attention was drawn to movement as he saw a lovely girl in pink step back and wipe her hands. He smiled and stood straight, "I'm sorry if I startled you..." he began in his obvious accent and nearly winced at it himself. "I am photographing the event for Elliquiy's website.... I have to tell you, everything looks delicious." He looked the food over, nearly salivating at the site of everything. "I am sorry I had not been to the bakery before... it looks like I have been missing a lot."
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				Post by: <strong>Silver</strong> on <strong>16-02-2013, 10:14:20</strong>
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				As Isabelle's thoughts began to drift off towards Sebastian, she was pulled back by the sound of a voice, reminded of the fact that work was being done for the moment. <em>"I'm sorry if I startled you...I am photographing the event for Elliquiy's website.... I have to tell you, everything looks delicious. I am sorry I had not been to the bakery before... it looks like I have been missing a lot."</em> A smile curled upon Izzie's lips as the man's words were listened too. <br><br><em>"You should stop in one of these days, the flavors are always changing just like the seasons. Nothing every stays the same, for if it did it would be rather boring. Eating the same thing, the same old thing being offered again and again.</em> was spoken softly while taking a step forward back to the table. A cupcake was picked up and held out to the man, a slight smile upon her lips. Ice blue eyes were looking at him, noting the sharp feature of his face. <em>"I'm Isabelle, you can come by anytime, perhaps take more pictures of my work?"</em>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>marauder13</strong> on <strong>16-02-2013, 10:44:07</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(http://www.renthire.com/RHI/hirecompany_display/discountpartyhire/420-14.jpg)</div><br>Sebastian got to the park early, along with Peter and Sandra, working on getting the beer 'tent' ready. He wanted to make sure that no one managed to skirt the rules about underage drinking at the event, by bringing a Marquee. Between the three of them, and a couple of helpful locals who earned their first beverage of choice for free, they had it up quickly and were ready to start moving in the tables chairs and other necessities for the sale of liquid refreshments. Signs was placed at the opening as well as at the back where the sales took place.<br><br><div align="center"><strong>Alcohol will be consumed within the premises<br>No minors will be served alcohol<br>One drink per customer at one time</strong></div><br>It didn't take long for everything to be set up and arranged in readiness for the day's activities. Sebastian took a few moments to relax and stretch a little. he had been to the bakery a few times in the hope of seeing Isabelle, but his timing had been poor and she had not been around, or she was too busy in the back part of the bakery. He didn't got there only for Isabelle, he also went there to buy some of the tasty offerings they had. Of course he wanted to see her more often than he had tried to see her, but he didn't want her getting into trouble because he kept visiting and distracting her from her work. So, he thought a nice balance would be to go there when he had a desire for one of their products, and he would get the added bonus of seeing Isabelle.<br><br>But while he relaxed from getting things set up, he had a look about the other tents, stalls and constructions set up for the Love In The Park festival. Of course, it disguised his looking for Isabelle. He almost drew attention to himself when he saw how she was dressed. Stunning was the best word he could use, both in the normal context of the word, as well as the literal meaning. It took real effort to pull his gaze off her and not be seen to stare. He knew the news of their relationship would spread like wild fire after the day, but he didn't want to tip anyone off before hand. He wanted things to happen naturally, and him staring and gaping like a landed fish wouldn't help that plan.<br><br>It was at that time he caught sight of a photographer wander about taking photos of the park. He was focused on Isabelle and her handiwork. He ad to admit that the entire display, human and produce, would make for a marvelous image. There was a slight flash of jealousy that Sebastian laughed down internally.<br><br><em>'Can you blame the man for wanting to take a photo of her? Hell, if I had a camera even half as decent as his rig, I would be taking as many photos of her as I could.'</em><br><br>"But then, I am biased." He whispered as he went back to double check the 'Beer Hall'.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>SpiralSpider</strong> on <strong>16-02-2013, 21:24:41</strong>
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				Ichiro was oblivious to the man watching from the beer tent. Still, Sebastian had nothing to worry about since his intentions toward the baker were entirely honorable. He'd seen her around quite often, since they shared an apartment building, but they'd never really spoken. At the moment he was silently kicking himself over the fact that he never even stopped to say "hello" and introduce himself. Still... no time like the present... <br><br>"My name is Ichiro," He said, reaching out to take the cupcake with both hands. "Thank you. I live in 2-B at the Castle Point Towers. I believe I've seen you on the stairway?" He moved the beautifully decorated pastry to one hand in order to offer the other for her to shake. "I am sorry for not having the opportunity to say hello before now... I have heard that you and your room mate throw wonderful parties, though."<br><br>There was a moment of awkward silence where he pondered what else to say. If he knew that he'd inadvertently squandered what little time the baker and her intended had to spend together, he would have felt terrible. In fact, if he'd even knew of Sebastian's interest, he would have politely stepped aside, but at the moment he was still under the assumption that the park was currently sparsely populated and decided to converse with her just a bit more. "I'd be delighted to take more photos of your work... it really is lovely... and it smells wonderful." It was the truth, in fact his stomach growled once more at the alluring scent of vanilla.
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				Post by: <strong>Kokaine</strong> on <strong>17-02-2013, 02:00:43</strong>
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				It was Valentines Day... the one day when lovers decided to come out of the woodwork like a sudden ant infestation to put their love--among other things--on display for everyone to see and Lux was dressed in black. Yes, it really was fitting. She had nothing against the lovey-dovey couples really, it was just that much like with any overt display of a romantic nature it all made her vaguely uncomfortable... like not knowing where to put her hands when dancing with a girl in 7th grade uncomfortable. Still, despite all that she was out at the local event having been nudged, coerced, and finally just dragged along by JJ. <br><br>"I don't get it. Shouldn't you be holed up with some sweet young thing telling her she's the only one for you and feeding her chocolates?"<br><br>There was a snort. "Lucky, stop playing. You already know I don't do Valentines Day."<br><br>"Right... how could I forget," came her dry reply as she glanced over at him, pointedly ignoring the stupid name he liked to call her. They had dated on and off in High School and he had never ever done anything for Valentine's Day. There was a slim chance it might have been because he was afraid of her punching him for being overly mushy but she didn't think so. "So I guess we're here to hunt you up some cute little single thing for you to comfort?"<br><br>"Geez, can't I just want to hang with my best friend on the loneliest day of the year?" JJ gave her a puppy dog face that earned him a light shove.<br><br>"Get out of here with that!" Lux laughed, "There's something up your sleeve I know it. I'm not drinking anything you hand me tonight."<br><br>JJ simply grinned at her suspicious look before setting his hands at her waist to steer her directly toward the beer tent. It wasn't that either of them really drank much but rather it was simply a place to start as far as mingling. He had been secretly assigned the task of getting Lux out to socialize tonight and though part of him had wanted to selfishly refuse and keep her all to himself his respect for Charlie had won out. Lux had been hiding herself away more and more, either going off on solo trips to do whatever it was she did or hiding away at home or at the gym. He wasn't quite sure why but it was a little perplexing if only for the sudden change in behavior. He wasn't terribly worried just yet but if she ended up getting a cat he was going to call a full out intervention. <br><br>Lux was not as unsuspecting as JJ and her father might have thought. She was aware that her dad was starting to worry about her for some reason so though she could have easily dodged JJ and not come out she had actually put on a dress and let him drag her out in the hopes that her dad might take it as a good sign and leave her be. Not likely, but it was worth a try. It wasn't as though her night was booked anyhow.<br><br>"I'm gonna grab a beer. You want?" JJ released her with a light slap on the ass that actually made her jump, her brow arching sharply at him. Of course he only grinned at her.<br><br>"No, I'm good. I didn't eat anything. You go ahead though, I'm gonna grab a seat over there." She pointed to the bench a few feet away.<br><br>"Alright. Cool. Try to work on losing the whole 'I'll kick your ass if you even look at me' face though. Pretend you're at work... well the pub anyway." Her mouth dropped open.<br><br>"I do not have that face on, shut up! Go get your drink. I hope it gives you a beer gut overnight!"<br><br>"Pffft. The ladies will still love me, Lucky!"<br><br>Lux simply shook her head at his cocky swagger and turned to go park her behind on the so far vacant bench. <em>Just hang out for a little while, Lux, then we can go home. And on the bright side there's bound to be chocolate somewhere around here. </em>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Silver</strong> on <strong>17-02-2013, 19:29:32</strong>
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				Isabelle watched the man quietly before a reply began to be spoken, both of his hands reaching out taking the cupcake that was being offered. <em>"My name is Ichiro, Thank you. I live in 2-B at the Castle Point Towers. I believe I've seen you on the stairway? I am sorry for not having the opportunity to say hello before now... I have heard that you and your room mate throw wonderful parties, though."</em> Izzie bit down upon her lower lip a bit, her mind drifting towards other thoughts. To the side she would tilt her head before placing Ichiro, for indeed he had been seen time and time again in passing, a word never spoken between the two of them. <em>"I'm sorry if the noise was ever a bit much Sir. Maybe you could stop by the next time...I might be throwing parties by myself for now on..."</em><br><br>Had Isabelle totally lost it, calling a stranger 'Sir'. Thoughts of missing Cassie and wanting to see Sebastian were dancing throughout her mind. Ichiro's hand was seen being offered and it was taken and given a slight shake. There was a moment of silence, and Izzie thought that the conversation had reached it's end. <em>"I'd be delighted to take more photos of your work... it really is lovely... and it smells wonderful."</em> A smile curled upon her lips at his words, but Isabelle just wasn't really there within the conversation as she should have been. <em>"Yes we can set up something, stop by the bakery anytime. I'm really sorry but I need to do something. I'll see you around..."</em><br><br>Another cupcake was picked up off of the table, before giving a wave to Ichiro and walking towards the Beer Tent. It was better for Isabelle to go seek out Sebastian herself so that her mind could finally be at ease so she could focus on work. Mr. Thomas watched her depart, a bit of a smirk upon his face. The man had been watching her work for the last week, had seen the slight change in actions not normally noticed. The question for him hadn't been why but rather who was the person, who had broken down walls enough so that she wore an actual dress for the first time in years. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>NaughtyKitty</strong> on <strong>18-02-2013, 02:21:13</strong>
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				As Mayor, Molly felt that she ought to at least make an appearance at this year's Love in the Park.&nbsp; It was usually pretty fun.&nbsp; She always enjoyed watching the Date Auction.&nbsp; It was always good for a bit of a laugh.&nbsp; It took only a few moments to walk from the front of Town Hall into the park where the festival was being held.&nbsp; As expected, she certainly wasn't the first to arrive.&nbsp; She offered smiles and handshakes to the people she came across......as she made a bee-line for two tents.&nbsp; First was the tent that was set up by the bakery.&nbsp; They made such amazing things there.&nbsp; She had more than a fair-sized sweet tooth and had dropped quite a bit of money in the place.&nbsp; The second tend she wanted to visit was the so-called Beer Tent.&nbsp; She knew they generally kept a bottle or two of wine in there in addition to the beer.&nbsp; <br><br>She could have found the bakery tent by smell alone....and soon she was inside nearly drooling over the contents.&nbsp; Looking away from the treats, she saw Isabelle talking with the local photographer.&nbsp; His name was Ichiro if she remembered right.&nbsp; Unable to help herself, Molly picked out and bought one of the cupcakes....then walked over to where Ichiro was standing.&nbsp; "Mr. Ito, isn't it?&nbsp; I believe we met briefly some time ago."&nbsp; Molly put out her hand, "Molly Roth.&nbsp; Good to see you again."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>marauder13</strong> on <strong>18-02-2013, 02:59:02</strong>
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				While the 'Beer Hall' was the only place serving alcohol, they did also have non alcoholic offers like Coke, Sprite and similar, fresh Orange juice and a few other options as well. Sebastian knew well enough that some people who came in were there will friends who wanted a drink, but they wanted to remain sober. So, he didn't want anyone to feel left out. So it came as no real surprise that he had some good first up customers who were after the lighter selections, rather than the heavier ones.<br><br>Conversations were had with the patrons, but most of them lasted as long as it took to serve them. Sebastian didn't mind that much. If things died down, he would easily find a reason to head to the Baker's Tent. While he was there, he might even buy one of the many and varied sweets they had on offer.<br><br>He was surprised to see Lux walk into the tent, along with one of the other trainers if his memory served him well. he had been wondering if Lux would join the festivities, but while at their mutual work, whenever the subject came up, Lux showed no real interest at all. he had briefly entertained the thought of getting her to work, even for a short while, but he couldn't in any fairness do it. She wasn't a full time employee, and the hours of the Beer Hall's operation was outside her normal shift times anyway.<br><br>"Just a beer, thanks." Lux's companion stepped up to the counter. Sebastian looked after the man's order, taking a couple of glances over at Lux as he did.<br><br>"Lux a friend of yours?"<br><br>JJ perked up a bit, giving Sebastian a guarded look. "Yeah, I'm one of Charlie's fighters. I've seen Lux a bit down there."<br><br>Sebastian picked up on the younger man's reaction, easily letting it slide. "She's work's for me a couple of nights a week at the Fisherman's Net. I didn't think she was going to show up today. Good to see that she has though."<br><br>JJ dropped his guard a little, but still was protective of his old friend. "Yeah, she needed to get out." JJ passed over the money for his beer, taking the change with a nod as he took his first sip. "Thanks. Hope the day's good for you."<br><br>"Thank you. Have a good one."<br><br>The initial rush of customers faded when Sebastian looked up to see Isabelle drifting over to the tent. He gave his hands a quick wash and rough toweling off and made his way to the entrance of the tent. He waited just outside, casually smiling and greeting people as they passed, but it was clear that his attention was held by something else. Or more precisely, someone else.<br><br>"Morning, Isabelle. It's good to see you again." He took a step forward, his arms extended to hug her.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Silver</strong> on <strong>18-02-2013, 03:33:18</strong>
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				Silently Isabelle began to approach the tent while feeling quite a bit nervous, unsure of what should be said to Sebastian while out in public. It had been stated that they didn't care what other people thought and that much remained true, yet it didn't mean she was ready for the gossip to begin floating around town, as it was sure to be. Izzie bit down upon her lower lip that had been painted a shade of pink, blue eyes looking around once again before seeing him step out of the tent. Cheeks turned a bit rosy at the sight of Sebastian, perhaps it was the fact that she hadn't seen the man in over a week. The dinner date they had agreed upon, never happen. Too busy she had become working, always cooking or planning out a new menu for 'Love in the Park'. <br><br>A smile curled upon Isabelle's lips as she got closer before finally stopping right in front of the man. <em>"Morning, Isabelle. It's good to see you again."</em> The smile already on her lips only grew bigger at those words, he didn't call her 'Izzie', it was fine name and all but she didn't want to appear childish in his mind.&nbsp; Into his arms she leaned, as much as she could anyways while holding a cupcake that couldn't be ruined, no matter how much she longed to be in his arms and stay there. <em>"Happy Valentine's Day, Sebastian. I see that you already have a bit of a crowd forming, make sure to send them for treats when you are done with them."</em>, was said while offering him the cupcake in her hand. She was trying her very best to keep the conversation on the topic of the event of the day rather than speak about the topic of them. Isabelle wanted nothing more than to kiss the man for some reason, remembering the feeling of his lips against her own during lunch. A liar, she would be if the thought of him and his kisses hadn't been the object of shall we say frustrating dreams as of late. Such a step they couldn't be ready for already, no matter what her body was trying to lead her into believing. <br><br><em>"It turned out very well this year, don't you think..?"</em>, was mused aloud. Those ice blue eyes looked up to his own, staring at them for a few moments before all thoughts began to melt away. Isabelle didn't know what to say to this man, didn't understand how it was possible to be feeling all of these things just short span of just two weeks. Love and Desire were funny things, even funnier when they hit a person at the same time who hadn't experienced such things in almost two years. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>marauder13</strong> on <strong>18-02-2013, 04:25:56</strong>
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				Isabelle looked cute as she leaned into the offered hug. She went through the motions, protecting her near trademark gift for him. But it was the colour of her face that he found so endearing. Even though the contact was not as he had hoped, it was still a very nice way to greet and be greeted by her.<br><br><em>"Happy Valentine's Day, Sebastian. I see that you already have a bit of a crowd forming, make sure to send them for treats when you are done with them."</em><br><br>He laughed at her suggestion, and took the offered cake. He could tell she was nervous about seeing him, publicly at least. He held similar reserves, but he was at a stage in his life, his rebuilt life, that getting anxious over such petty matters was no longer something he did. He wanted to do what was right for them, what they felt comfortable with, and to hell with the naysayers.<br><br><em>"It turned out very well this year, don't you think..?"</em><br><br>Sebastian looked about, craning his neck a little to get a good look at the entirety of the park. There was a very good turn out, and he suspected that there were going to be lots of happy people by the end of the day.<br><br>"Yes, quite a good turn out. Though I do suspect that one tent in particular may be quite a driving force behind the popularity." Sebastian nodded to the bakery tent, where the Mayor had stopped by to indulge in a little sweetness. "Even the Mayor seems to favour the fruits of your labour.<br><br>"When you have your break from serving, would you like to eat with me? I really liked our lunch we had together, and I wouldn't mind repeating it again. With or without the extras that went along with it." He was certain that his own cheeks started to glow, as he felt the heat pooling in them. He mentioning of the lunch had brought back one image from the event. The time where Isabelle sat in his lap, kissing. That image featured heavily in his memory, and served the basis for a number of more naughty thoughts involving the young woman. he knew it was natural to have those thoughts, so he wasn't distressed about them.<br><br>"Well, I have to go back inside and help keep things going smoothly. It has been really good seeing you again, and I pray that it doesn't take another week before I see you next." He put his free hand on her arm, leaned down and left a soft, tender kiss on her cheek. "Happy Valentine's Day, Isabelle."<br><br>Sebastian walked backward a little slowly, before turning and heading back into Beer Hall. Sandra gave him&nbsp; knowing look and a reassuring smile as he walked past her cleaning one of the tables. He briskly covered the distance to get behind the counter and help out Peter who was behind the counter alone. Without a word of explanation, Sebastian was back serving their customers and replaying a quaint little meeting over and over in his head.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Silver</strong> on <strong>18-02-2013, 04:43:37</strong>
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				The longer that she stood there next to Sebastian, Isabelle knew that work wasn't going to be focused upon, at least not in the way that it truly should. <em>"Yes, quite a good turn out. Though I do suspect that one tent in particular may be quite a driving force behind the popularity. Even the Mayor seems to favor the fruits of your labor."</em> Blue eyes looked back toward where she was suppose to actually be, seeing the woman speaking to the very same man she had spoken with not too long ago. Isabelle caught Mr. Thomas watching her for a split second, the color upon her cheeks turning a shade darker then. The older man wouldn't utter a word to anyone, that much she knew yet Izzie still felt a bit awkward about everything to say the very least. <br><br><em>"When you have your break from serving, would you like to eat with me? I really liked our lunch we had together, and I wouldn't mind repeating it again. With or without the extras that went along with it."</em>, Sebastian would say causing her to look up into his eyes once again. <em>Of course I would...It'll be soon enough. I think Mr. Thomas would rather me roam around today rather than staying behind a table all day."</em> That much was the honest truth, it was a wonder the man hadn't dismissed her already, Isabelle had been spending all her time in that bakery as of late. <br><br><em>"Well, I have to go back inside and help keep things going smoothly. It has been really good seeing you again, and I pray that it doesn't take another week before I see you next."</em> Another smile was given to his words, hell or high water she was going to be making a better effort to see him. The next time that work would keep keep her away from Sebastian would be around the end of April; 'The Spring Fling'. <em>"It won't be...."</em> Down the man leaned pressing his lips against her cheek, <em>"Happy Valentine's Day, Isabelle."</em><br><br>Isabelle watched him walk backwards for a few seconds before walking back to her area where the Mayor still was. Suddenly, Izzie was very happy that the effort had been taken to actually make the time to shave her legs that morning before heading to work. She couldn't if the sudden desire was there to long, hope for something to happen. Who cared if it was a Hallmark Holiday or not, if it pushed two people in the right direction then is wasn't all that bad, was it? 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>SpiralSpider</strong> on <strong>19-02-2013, 04:31:50</strong>
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				The lovely pink-tressed baker had seemed distant throughout the entire conversation. By the time she had excused herself, he was glad to have their conversation end. Poor Ichiro, he always felt so awkward while in the middle of his rare conversations here in the U.S. ... so invisible during all other times. It was that sinking realization that made him so surprised when Molly drew his attention directly. <br><br>He looked down at her hand for one short moment before breaking out in a big smile and shaking it briefly. "Mayor Roth! I'm pleased to see you again. How are you enjoying the event so far?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>NaughtyKitty</strong> on <strong>20-02-2013, 02:34:39</strong>
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				Molly smiled at Ichiro's exclamation.&nbsp; "I'm having a great time.&nbsp; This tent always smells so very good."<br><br>She laughed a little bit and took a bite from her cupcake.&nbsp; "Always tastes pretty good too!&nbsp; But how are you doing?&nbsp; I trust you're enjoying yourself as well?&nbsp; Getting plenty of good pictures for the town website?"<br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Angel Fire</strong> on <strong>20-02-2013, 02:59:16</strong>
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				It took a while for Camille to finally make it but she promised herself to not miss a moment ' 'Love in the park' if she could avoid it.&nbsp; Camille always loved the outdoors and it was in the park that she felt free and at home.&nbsp; "Sacre Bleu.&nbsp; This is Tres magnifique!"&nbsp; She exclaimed as she entered the park.&nbsp; She started to go over the various booths and graze over them before seeing one familiar face at the Sweets booth.<br><br>"Mon Ami!"&nbsp; She waved towards Molly.&nbsp; "It is good to see you again!"&nbsp; She walked over and smiled, not sure if she should be herself and grasp Molly in a big hug or hold back.&nbsp; Smelling the wonderful smell from the tent, she could not help herself to smell all of the wonderful chocolate that surrounded her as she approached with a wide smile and a new lease in her life.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>ebpohmr</strong> on <strong>20-02-2013, 16:46:25</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(http://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c0/Jenson4.jpg)</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Doug waited for a blue Chrysler to drive past him before crossing the road towards the park. It had been a relatively relaxing day so far. After giving everyone the afternoon off, the construction worker had taken Fred over to his parents' place. It had been good to sit down with the old man for an hour, even if he had tried to engage Doug in business talk. Not that Doug minded, the old man had been in the construction game for all his life and it was in his blood to boot. The younger man didn't even want to try and imagine what it was like to be unable to do the work he loved because his body had given out on him. No wonder the old man spent so much time stir crazy.<br><br>Chuckling at the choice words his mother had had for his father, Doug reached the far side of the road and turned towards the entrance to the park. After leaving his parents, the builder had gone home and taken the time to properly scrub up for the occasion. He was one of the those people that usually enjoyed the Love in the Park event. It was always nice to the see the town pulling together, even if some of the street and shop decorations were perhaps a little too gaudy for his tastes. This year's event promised to be a little more interesting than usual, if for no other reason than considering he was between relationships and out of having a date for the affair, Doug had entered himself into the Bachelor Charity Auction. It really was the Russian Roulette of dating, but hey, it was for a good cause and it wasn't like it had to lead to anything.<br><br>He smiled and returned the friendly wave from Bob and Janet Smithson before turning into the park's entrance. Doug headed inside and began to make his way around the interior of the park, stopping to greet the townspeople he knew. Which, considering that he had lived all his life in Elliquiy, was no small number. Not to mention those Elliquiyans who knew him through his parents, siblings or work. It was something Doug liked about the small town life, the way everybody knew everybody else - it was comfortable even if the weather wasn't. Smiling, the bachelor continued on his way.</div>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>SpiralSpider</strong> on <strong>21-02-2013, 01:54:22</strong>
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				Ichiro nodded at the Molly's words. Indeed, Absolutely Argent's wares were unforgettably fragrant. He remembered then that Izzie had given him one of the cupcakes and happily took a small bite, following the Mayor's lead. He had been lucky enough to score a Red Velvet one and it's subtle chocolate flavor was just what he had been craving, his eyes fluttered upward for a short moment at the heavenly treat. Back home, sweets were rare, small, and not usually a part of everyone's tastes. He had developed a bit of a sweet tooth since coming to the US, though.<br><br>"Mmm..." he responded with another nod, "I have photos of all the decorations. I haven't made it to the beer tent yet or gotten any party-goers, but that is next on my list... Do you mind if I take a photo of you here?" He thought a picture of the Mayor enjoying a sweet treat would be a good one, even helping her campaign by making her look just a little more relatable to the average citizen of Elliquiy. <br><br>The appearance of a new woman made him take a step back and lower the camera he had begun taking out. His cheeks flushed a little in embarrassment as Camile hugged Molly. The last he wanted to do was interrupt what was obviously a happy reunion. <br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>NaughtyKitty</strong> on <strong>22-02-2013, 03:04:25</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote">Quote</div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">"Mmm..." he responded with another nod, "I have photos of all the decorations. I haven't made it to the beer tent yet or gotten any party-goers, but that is next on my list... Do you mind if I take a photo of you here?"</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>"Certainly!&nbsp; Please do."&nbsp; Molly smiled a bit and held up her cupcake to take another bite as Ichiro started to get out his camera.&nbsp; <br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=165340.msg7753700#msg7753700">Quote from: Angel Fire on 20-02-2013, 02:59:16</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">"Mon Ami! It is good to see you again!"&nbsp; <br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>"Doctor LeCroix.....I hope you're enjoying yourself.&nbsp; Have you met our resident photographer, Ichiro Ito?&nbsp; He's been photographing the event...and all of the bakery's amazing sweets."&nbsp; She laughed a little and motioned for Ichiro continue what he was doing.&nbsp; "He was just about to snap a few more photos.&nbsp; Maybe everyone's favorite doctor would want her photo taken as well?"<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Angel Fire</strong> on <strong>22-02-2013, 04:13:31</strong>
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				Camille looked over after the slight hug and instantly smiled softly after hearing of Molly's request.&nbsp; "Oh, you are un photographe?"&nbsp; She asked Ichiro as she let out a wide smile.&nbsp; After hearing of the news, she started to feel like she was starting to be one with the townsfolk... and what a better way to get her reputation to grow in a better way than to have many photographs taken of her.&nbsp; <br><br>"Oui!"&nbsp; She beamed as she listened to Molly's suggestion as she then turned her face towards Ichiro.&nbsp; "I feel very bon around trees and flowers... well anything with nature.&nbsp; Would you like to guide me to a place where... you can let your artistic talents come out?"&nbsp; She asked with a small wink towards Molly.&nbsp; "Maybe after we are done here, we could have someone join me for more photos?"&nbsp; She mentioned towards Molly as an invitation, though she did not expect an answer from Molly right at this very sweet moment in time.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>SpiralSpider</strong> on <strong>23-02-2013, 01:28:01</strong>
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				Ichiro gladly took the opportunity to snap a photo of the Mayor for the town's website, then he motioned as if to ask if he might take a photo of both her and Camille together. The Doctor's accent and occasional scattered French made him a little slow to work through her words, but he managed to understand what she was saying. English, Japanese and Korean were the extent of his languages known and now that he was in his 30's he worried that adding another tongue might be all too difficult for him. However, it was exciting to hear the "language of love" - particularly on this day - and somewhat comforting to know that there was another foreigner around. Although he was nowhere near familiar enough with the language to understand that Camille was from French Canada and not Europe.<br><br>He perked up at the chance to take the Doctor's picture, especially since she seemed excited at the idea as well. Ichiro wiped the lens and took a head and shoulders shot of Camille. He had to pause and consider her appearance, she was a rare kind of beauty for the town. Her youthful appearance would make her very popular in his home nation. He smiled and nodded at the suggestion she had of finding a natural spot for promotional photos. "Actually, it seems someone has set up a lovely tree swing on the water down the way. If you are looking for something casual, that would work out really well I think."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>NaughtyKitty</strong> on <strong>25-02-2013, 03:53:40</strong>
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				"Why don't the two of you head over there...and I'll catch up.&nbsp; Mayor Roth has to make the rounds, so to speak."&nbsp; She smiled, "At least if I want to get re-elected!"&nbsp; <br><br>Molly took another bite of her cupcake and left the doctor and photographer together to plot and scheme the taking of photos.&nbsp; Molly certainly knew just how beautiful the doctor was....and didn't think that Camille would have any problem letting Ichiro take a lot of shots of her.&nbsp; Moving over to a different part of the tent, Molly smiled at Isabelle.&nbsp; She knew the girl from her multiple trips into the bakery every week.&nbsp; Heck....the money she'd spent in the place had probably paid for the car that Matt and Cindy Thomas drove around in.&nbsp; <br><br>She certainly wanted to get over to the Beer Tent, but felt compelled to stop by and say hello to Isabelle.&nbsp; Waving a bit, she smiled. "Isabelle!&nbsp; How're you doing?&nbsp; I know I've been bad this week and haven't come in for my usuals.&nbsp; I hope you can forgive me!"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Silver</strong> on <strong>25-02-2013, 08:13:41</strong>
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				Upon a high Isabelle now was, all from actually seeing Sebastian, speaking with the man for ever so very briefly. A smile was upon her lips while thinking about when her next break would be, thinking about actually spending a bit of time with the one person who time was desired with this day. Perhaps Izzie had bought a bit into the holiday, having actually gotten the man a gift, especially when she didn't even know what they truly were. In all honesty, they could have been friend who had kissed and nothing more could be coming from that which had happened over a week ago now. The more that Isabelle thought about it, the more that she realized that she didn't want to be friends, couldn't actually be friends with Sebastian. No she wanted to be within the man's life as she wanted him to be within her own. Cupid had attacked her when she had least expected for it to happen, the funny thing was that Izzie hadn't realized it for herself yet.<br><br>Lost within her own little world Isabelle was as she walked back over to the tent for the Bakery, moving back behind a table. Approached by Mayor Roth she was right off the back, no real time had to do anything other than to quickly think about topics that could be brought up for a bit of conversation. A smile was gifted in her direction and being the person that Izzie is she had no problem returning it in earnest. A bit of a wave was given before the other woman began to speak. <em>"Isabelle! How're you doing? I know I've been bad this week and haven't come in for my usuals. I hope you can forgive me!"</em><br><br>The Mayor was a nice woman, not a person that Isabelle truly knew but one who an effort was made to be nice too whenever she was seen. <em>I am doing alright Ma'am, it's not a problem as you know this time of year is busy for us. I wouldn't have been around anyways so there is nothing that needs to be forgiven. I see that you are enjoying a treat already, What flavor did you luck into?</em>, was said quietly before looking over the woman silently for a moment. Izzie always wondered why no one in the town really got married more often than they did, sure there was a couple each year but it had been almost a year since a wedding cake had been made. Isabelle was beyond ready to lose herself while making another one, placing all of her hopes and dreaming into a cake that wasn't even meant for her. <em>"You should go see what Seba...Mr. Rhys-Hamilton is offering for the masses today.."</em>, was spoken as an after thought, trying to think about something else other than what the holiday was suddenly forcing her to think about everything related to that said holiday. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>NaughtyKitty</strong> on <strong>03-03-2013, 05:29:03</strong>
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				"Well...you know how much of a sucker I am for anything with peanut butter in it."&nbsp; Molly smiled at the much younger woman.&nbsp; "And how many times have I told you to stop calling me Ma'am?&nbsp; You'll make me feel old!"&nbsp; <br><br>There wasn't any harshness in the scolding.&nbsp; Isabelle always called her Ma'am....no matter how many times she protested.&nbsp; Maybe one day the younger woman would stop.&nbsp; However...part of the Mayor figured it wouldn't happen.&nbsp; As many times as Molly had seen Isabelle, she couldn't remember seeing her in quite this state.&nbsp; She'd caught the slight slip in the comment about Sebastian.&nbsp; Perhaps there was something going on between the two of them?&nbsp; Lowering her voice a little, "Is everything all right, Isabelle?&nbsp; If you need to talk....it just so happens that I'm a pretty good listener."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Silver</strong> on <strong>04-03-2013, 01:56:14</strong>
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				<em>"Well...you know how much of a sucker I am for anything with peanut butter in it."</em> A nod was given knowing that the Mayor was indeed one who might have bathed tubs of peanut butter if given the chance to do such a thing. It was funny how people in the town were about their sweets, Lux and Molly were only just the beginning. Isabelle wondered what might happen if she didn't bake for one day, if the Thomas' would just close up shop for one day. Would everyone within the town suddenly rebel, be thrown into utter chaos, due to people not getting their daily fix. A slight smirk was given to the thought of trying out such a thing.<br><br><em>"And how many times have I told you to stop calling me Ma'am? You'll make me feel old!"</em> The smirk upon Izzie's face turned into a momentary frown. Each time that the Mayor came about, it was always the same conversation. Isabelle couldn't help the fact that she wanted to be respectful to everyone she came across, perhaps not that boy who called her 'HCCB' but everyone else she did. <br><br><em>"Is everything all right, Isabelle? If you need to talk....it just so happens that I'm a pretty good listener."</em> It appeared that her slight slip of tongue had been caught by the Mayor of all people. Blue eyes grew wide for a split second, should she be talking to someone about everything. The answer to that question was yes, but she should have been talking to Cassie. It was odd that the two of them had gone almost two weeks without speaking. <em>"Everything is alright, I promised."</em>, was whispered softly before tugging upon her lower lip a bit. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>NaughtyKitty</strong> on <strong>04-03-2013, 04:17:13</strong>
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				Molly didn't believe that for even a moment.&nbsp; But while you could lead a horse to water...you couldn't make her drink.&nbsp; If Isabelle didn't want to talk about it....there wasn't much she could do.&nbsp; It wasn't as if she could have the Sheriff drag her away to an interrogation room and force it out of her.&nbsp; "I don't buy it, Isabelle.....but know the offer stands, Sweety. I mean that.&nbsp; I know I'm a politician and people don't trust politicians....but you can trust me.&nbsp; Anything you tell me will be in the strictest confidence."<br><br>The brunette brushed a bit of hair over her shoulder and out of her face.&nbsp; She'd always liked Isabelle...and not just because the girl made such amazing sweets.&nbsp; It bothered her that the young woman seemed so conflicted and....well....depressed.&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JackWhite</strong> on <strong>04-03-2013, 19:35:45</strong>
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				<div style="text-align: justify;">A couple of days have passed with not much but work. Today was a special day, Adam went to the park for an event, something that he normally didn't do but they had convinced him to come here and sell himself for a night. For a good cause. He hadn't said no to it and after a few friendly pokes he had finally accepted it. Valentine's day would be celebrated this year and hopefully not on his own because it would mean that someone had actually bid on him.<br><br>As he arrived he immediately saw that he wasn't the first and that someone had done a great work on decorating the place. It really had a touch of love and Valentine would be proud of what was hanging on these trees. Adam looked around for familiar faces and smiled to everyone that was around already. He didn't know what to expect really from the event. While waiting, he got to the improvised bar and got himself a beer. Slowly he took a sip and let everything come to him.</div>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Silver</strong> on <strong>05-03-2013, 05:00:34</strong>
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				A look was given around to all the people who were in the park going about their business, some holding hands and others giving more public displays of affection. Isabelle felt a slight pang of jealousy for a split second, she didn't wish to become the main gossip of the town. Yet then again why would or rather should she care about what other people thought, it was her life after all. Blue eyes moved back to the Mayor, listening to her speak once again. <em> "I don't buy it, Isabelle.....but know the offer stands, Sweety. I mean that. I know I'm a politician and people don't trust politicians....but you can trust me. Anything you tell me will be in the strictest confidence."</em><br><br>Izzie stood there watching the woman for a few moments, it seemed that she really was trying to offer an ear. <em>"I promise you that I am fine..."</em>, was said once again before picking up a cupcake and taking a bite, flavors of red velvet greeting her tongue. Mr. Thomas then came over to greet the Mayor while giving Isabelle 'the look'. Whenever she saw the look it meant that she needed to go away for awhile, that she had become obsessed with something, be it baking or around food period for far too long. The hint would be taken with a slight cough. <em>"Well it's time for a break, I'll see you later Mayor Roth, Ma'am."</em> The hand not holding the cupcake would be waved before Isabelle went off to look at what else was around, other than Sebastian. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Town of Elliquiy (2.0) Valentine’s Day Event: Love In The Park</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Silver</strong> on <strong>26-03-2013, 01:10:33</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong>GM Post - Conclusion</strong></div><br><hr><br>The event went fairly well, a good enough turn out yet the turn out not big as the one held last year. People in love as well as those in the beginning phrases of lust all came together, wanting to simply be a part of the magic which made up Valentine's Day. The auction brought a bit of a crowd to the stage that had been erected up in the center of the town, volunteers being sold to the highest bidder. A few odd pairing came to pass, also a few which didn't make very much sense unless a person took a closer look. A good amount of money was raised, making it be decided that another type of auction would be tried as part of another event to be determined in the future. Couples both old and new were left to their own devices after the conclusion of the auction, beginning down paths which would lead to quite an interesting spring. 
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