Doomed From The Start

Nessa had her first Sing a Gram. She had to travel quite a distance to deliver a cheery 'good luck on your promotion' song to a vampire sporting a rather questionable hairstyle.

 Was she nervous? You betcha. Although you wouldn't think it at the time. She'd listened to her sister practicing in the mirror on many occasions, so she knew what was expected.

As you can see, the Winter days are pretty short and the sun had hidden behind thick woolly clouds. But that still wasn't enough protection for vampires. Nope nope.

But bless him, he stood there quietly, listening as Nessa launched into a lively song, and applauded when she presented him with a stuffed Freezer Bunny toy!

Actually, he was thrilled! It was the first time anybody had approached him and handed a gift to him, without wanting to bolt for it for fear he'd try to take a sneak sip of plasma!

Whilst she was there, Nessa also had to complete an opportunity. This was to earn 50 Simoleans whilst playing for tips. So she whipped out her trusty futuristic guitar and blasted out a couple of songs she'd learned by heart.

And that was when the inevitable happened.

They both farted hearts for one another.....
.... or was he simply lusting after her plasma? After all, he WAS kinda hungry.

Whilst she was playing, another family member appeared from nowhere. None other than big sis Hannah.

I think she's trying to avoid her mom for some good reason, because Shannon has been trying to get a hold of her for days and she keeps fobbing her off by saying she's headed out to work. So I tried to get Shannon to call her, just to see if she'll pick up.

Nope. Same old excuse, but this time on her voicemail answering service.

Nessa: Tell her I was at a concert.
Sim: Tell her yourself, I'm tired out.

Um. Yeah.

Anyways, it was getting on, Nessa's fingers were hurting with the cold, so she was forced to stop. She managed to earn 17 Simoleans. It's a start. And got the phone number of that lovestruck vampire. Maybe perhaps she and he? Fairy and vampire? It's an interesting combination ..... We shall have to wait and see.

Back home, nervous that the stove was going to throw a fit again ... and the fact that that fire cost Hespa a day's work, she decided to fireproof it. So, trusty hammer in hand, she went to work on it.

Sophie had yet another Sing a Gram to complete, but he was so far away, it was getting late and Sophie desperately needed a hot shower, that she gave up and went home.

It was almost 1 am by the time she got in and anticipating that she was hungry, Drea tried his luck with making waffles.

Drea: Hungry dear?
Sophie: Starving.
Drea: It won't be long. Just putting it in the oven right now.
Sophie: That's ok, I'll make do with leftovers for now.

Drea had something up his sleeve. But he waited until everyone was in bed before he put his plan into action.

Sadly, Nessa had some devastating news. Just as she walked through the door, her phone rang. She learned that the vampire with the questionable hair ... had died .... apparently from hunger. According to sources, he had particular tastes and he'd left it waay too late to eat.

Yep. Unfortunately, this relationship was doomed from the start.

Chapter Thirty Six - And Baby Makes Three!!

Winter arrives at Dragon Valley and with it, the oddest behaviour I've ever known between Austin and Shannon.
Now I know all about Austin's Inappropriate behaviour, why else can you explain him playing - or at least 'attempting' to play Gnubb on the front lawn .... in his sleepwear.

 It's ........ *shivers* .... invigorating!!

*shakes head*

But Shannon? Seriously?
Relaxing on one of the loungers, getting frost bite and being covered in snow????

Lets put it down to her hormones going kaput for a while.

Whilst she was on maternity leave, she invited one of her friends around and started playfully bugging her (I thought this was cute).

Austin in the meantime, was getting worried that his career was at a standstill. So he decided to grab the next Sim that just happened to pass by/hop off a bus/whatever. And it just happened to be this Sim.... a vampire no less.

Whoa, vampire!
Yep.
Thought these were all myths, didn't expect to see those here in Dragon Valley.
Um, lemme see.... werewolves, fairies, zombies, witches, dragons, unicorns, aliens, why should vampires be left out?
Any other surprises I should know about?
*thinks*, oh!! Grim Reaper, Imaginary Friends, Mermaids, Ghosts, Plant Sims to name but a few!!!
You're scaring me
I'm scaring myself hehehe.
Shall I approach her?
Can't see why not.
What if she bites me?
I can't guarantee that, but, she looks fairly harmless.
Well, don't blame me if I turn into one of them...... oh, hello there!! Didn't know it was you!! How are you???


Anyways, they got along like a house on fire. (they were friends to begin with) Apparently she shares a couple of traits with Austin ... Brave and Charismatic (I think... I REALLY should take notes whilst playing).

Sadly, after his bout of questioning and emailing the report in, Austin discovered that his job performance hadn't moved up at all. He was still seriously behind and needed to catch up. He was also very exhausted too. So he retired to bed.

Just when Shannon started with her labour pains.

Chapter Fifteen - Shannon

Invites came thick and fast and Austin DID try to attend at least one or two parties. However, they always seemed to arise when he was working, or he was far too tired. However, when Mason Sackholme organised a 'formal' party, he just HAD to go. Hobnob with his boss and grab a few opportunities to question folks there too!! It was a win win all around!!

So, when he arrived, who should be there but Shannon, busy chatting to a vampire no less!!

He instantly targeted her - Shannon that is.

"They're giving me a cruiser!", he gushed, "isn't that cool?"

"Congrats Austin," came her reply, "well done!"
"Thanks"

Cue heavy awkward silence

  .... oh god I wanna kiss her soooo badly  ....

 "Um ..... hope you don't mind but I'd like to conduct an interview with you. I know it's inappropriate because we're at this awesome party but ..... I'm hoping to reach Vice Squad soon and I need to get in as many reports as I can."

"Sounds good to me, now what do you want to know?"

Plus, it's a great way to monopolise her all evening!!

Good thinking Austin. You just need to overcome this awkward shyness you've suddenly developed.

"Soooo, you're a Family Sim too!"

"That's right!"

"Isn't that wonderful?"

Oh god, my throat's gone dry.
Keep it together Austin, you're doing well.
I wanna hang out with her. I really do.
Oh psst, wish locked for now mkay?
Okay, thanks.

Not once, in all the time he was mooning over her, did he ever roll a wish to flirt, even though we all know he's madly in love with this Sim.

The only interruption - and diversion he had, was from Mason's little doggie Peanut, who demanded treaties from Austin. Who dutifully obliged because he wanted to brush Peanut, and to do that he needed to boost up their relationship a little.

Plus, it was earning serious brownie points with both Mason AND Shannon. Showing that he had a caring side to his nature.

He eventually had to leave because he was exhausted and it was getting late. His report on Shannon would have to wait until after work the next day.