Chapter Twenty Four - It Was a Scene Out of Thriller!

Austin got stuck in a routine. Work was calling him at all hours, he wasn't seeing Shannon as much as he like, even though I locked a wish to date her again. And his bank balance was growing quite steadily but he wasn't really enjoying it as much as he'd expected.

Wishes dried up. Even his fascination with street art soon petered out (yay, so glad he got over that phase!!)

So I decided he should have a little outdoor 'snuggle' area. Somewhere where he and Shannon can spend time together and watch the stars. I even added a telescope!

It rained.

However, I was not to be deterred. After completing one final street art wish, a few slots opened up and Austin wanted to ....

.... go shopping!!!

So I sent him to the supermarket and the book store to buy a few things. At first I thought this wish wasn't going to work but it did!! Yay! Go me .... not long for the free day *so happy*

Can I put my siren on?
Is it REALLY necessary to use your squad car for EVERY journey?
Yep.
Isn't that an abuse on company resources?
Who cares? I look COOL. So can I use the siren?
*sigh* if you insist.
YAY!

It didn't get him to his destination any faster because the roads were almost empty.
But I'd always wanted to do that as soon as I clicked onto the car (such a big kid!)

Another wish rolled, to watch the stars with Shannon.
So, I thought I'd kill two birds with one stone and fulfil both wishes at the same time.

Whilst Austin waited patiently for his date, he was looking a bit pensive.

Something on your mind?
No, just sitting here.
Ah right. Was wondering if you'd planned on proposing to Shannon today, that's all.
WHAAAAAAAAA??????????
Just wondering.
I was thinking of questioning her.
My turn to say ... WHAAAAAAAAAAA?????????????

I hope you know what you are doing there.
Oh yes.

She arrived and was happy enough to answer all his questions.

Because he reached another level of Rebel status, it also meant that he had a new gizmo. He couldn't resist sharing it with her.

See this? It's going to make me mega bucks!!!
O-kay Austin, whatever you say.
Shannon likes it.
I know.
Does it play music?
Ummmmm... not sure.

Then they made a return trip to the diner/restaurant where they enjoyed each other's company. But just before they walked through the doors, Shannon started acting a bit weird. She even hinted that she might need to go pretty soon (what's the deal with that?)

Wonder if they've got a nice juicy steak, fancy that tonight.
Whatever you wish my lovely.

Even though he was tired, I was determined to fulfil his watch the stars with .... wish.
However, things didn't quite go to plan.

You see, there was a full moon.
And suddenly, all actions I'd lined up for Austin, all cancelled out autonomously.
I tried but to no avail.

Um Austin?
Yeah.

I
 got something to tell you.....
.. hope you're okay with this.....
Whatever it is, I'm good with it okay?

And then suddenly, like a scene from Michael Jackson's iconic movie video Thriller.....
Shannon turned into a zombie!!

OH ME JEEZ I SWEARI'M DREAMING HERE!!!!
 Braiiiiiiiiiiiins.

And attacked Austin.
Or at least she tried, but something stopped her in her tracks.

You'll still love me ... right?
Erm, you ARE a bit freaky at the moment. And I am tired. Maybe this is a hallucination?

No Austin, this is the real deal.

I gotta go.

He ended the date, and Shannon, instead of being disappointed, was thrilled that things went so well between them.

It was a great party, right? Did they like my fairy dust?
Um, riiiight. I gotta go. Night Shannon.

Needless to say, he didn't roll a wish to date her after that.
Yeah, way to go Austin. kill this challenge off before it's truly taken off!!!

Chapter Twenty Three - A Veritable Mish Mash of Events

These pics were taken prior to installation of Island Paradise. And since I'd had no end of issues with the game shortly afterwards, I was a bit leery of actually playing Austin. But these issues finally managed to resolve themselves and I will be going back to Austin and my Wishacy a little later on.

But for now, here are a series of events that happened in game. Some good, some bad. 

BLECH!
What's up?
That Angel Food Cake is OFF!
Thought you put it away in the fridge.
I did, but it still went bad.
Oh.

(didn't know this.... do now)

And 1 ... and 2 ... and 3 .... and 4......

Building up your athletic skills there?
Yep, didn't realise just how much work is needed to get to the next promotion.
Nope, me neither. But perhaps.... maybe.... another trip to the gym?
Hmm, now there's a thought.

Sooo, off he goes to the gym, where he meets a celebrity and instantly wishes to impress her.
O-kay, but you'd better turn up your charm offensive to the max, these folks are VERY hard to please.

First of all - unsurprisingly - she rejected him, looked at him as if he was a bag of wet cement ..... basically. But he plodded on regardless.

I'm in Law Enforcement.
Yeah, way to go lad.....
... got my own squad car!

Please, don't suggest she goes for a ride in it!!

Surprisingly, this actually DID impress her! They got chatting about this and that. And then he went in for the kill.

Hey, if it's ok, can I question you about something.
Um, well....
I'm not a reporter, all this will be dealt with in the strictest of confidentiality.
Erm.
Please?????
Uh, okay, if you're sure.

YAY!
He grilled her until he got what he wanted. And oh boy, was her life REALLY juicy!! Wanna spill Austin? Please?
No.
Awww.
I did promise that this was strictly confidential.
Awww.

A couple of days later, he spotted another Sim and decided to give her a LOUD introduction.
Unfortunately that didn't impress her one bit and she complained of getting ringing in her ears!!!

And last but not least, thought I'd leave you all with these pics.
Spring has sprung and Love Day is upon us.

Austin FINALLY wanted to flirt/date/kiss Shannon. So I sent the two of them back to Dragon Tavern. The place is empty but for those two.

They got a little too close - literally. Before heading outside to watch the stars.

This could be the start of a beautiful relationship!!!

Chapter Twenty Two - Parties, Pictures and Protests

Austin?
Yeah?
Whatcha doing?
Snooping around this trash, see what dirt I can dig up.
You know, it IS rude, especially since you are a GUEST here.

 Nothing wrong with a little enterprising, ya know!!

Sure enough, Austin had been invited over to a formal party at Shannon's place and I thought, whilst he's here, no harm having him snoop around and such.

He didn't find anything (thank goodness) but soon zoned in on Shannon, getting her to pose for a nice romantic photo (gotta love those new smartphones)

Don't they look cute together?

If THAT doesn't kick start this relationship, I really honestly don't know what will. I'd love to know why a Flirty, Family Oriented Sim like Austin, is dragging his heels like this. Before long, he'll age up, Shannon will get bored with waiting and move onto someone else. And bang goes this Wishacy!!

Oh well.....

Hey Austin, love the suit!
Really? It's my 'protest' suit.
????
You know, get the crowds all riled up etc. gotta look snazzy ya know.
Soooo, what are you protesting about now?
Pay rises, or lack thereof.
Another hunger strike?
Yep.
Hope you know what you are doing.
Oh, I've got a good feeling about this one.
Well, good luck!

Sure enough, this time he took his soapbox and banners to the park and really riled up the crowds. They were drawn in by his impassioned speech and before long, a few were joining in with their own placards and slogans.

And this time.... he WON!!!

He didn't have time to celebrate, even though they'd brought out the balloons and were waiting to congratulate him, he was STARVING and needed to get home before he passed out with hunger.

Announcement and Sharing a New Sim

Just to let folks know that I shall be slowing down with updates over the coming months, due to going into hospital for a major operation. Whilst I'll be recovering, I probably won't be in the mood to play my Sims, or this Wishacy. I shall return to it, but in the meantime, here are a few pics for you.

They're not of Austin, but of a Sim I'd had in game for the longest time. Since installing Island Paradise, he's the first Sim that came to mind as my 'test Sim' for Isla Paradiso.

Meet Carmen Arnett.

 

You can find him on the Exchange for download......

 Carmen Arnett

He's a mixture of Human Sim and Genie. His mum (whom I created) found a genie's lamp and released the genie from it's confines and they eventually got married, Carmen was the product of their union!!

His traits are: Excitable
Inappropriate

Loves to Swim

Star Quality

Virtuoso

His Lifetime Wish: Deep Sea Diver

Favourites:

Colour = White

Food = Veggie Rolls

Music = Chinese

Chapter Twenty One - Date Number Two and Makeover Time!!

Austin was desperate to 'hang out' with Shannon, at the same time he wanted to see a movie.
So, why not combine the two. It still didn't fulfil his wish to 'have a great a group outing with Shannon' though.

Austin, why did you bring me here?
Dunno, fancied a movie.
But I'm still in my uniform, I've literally just finished my shift. I'm tired and hungry.

Oh good, there's a good movie on at the moment that might cheer you up. And then afterwards we could go to that fancy restaurant nearby.

 Austin? Psst.
What?
Someone's watching you.
Where?
Behind you. They've been sitting there for hours.
Maybe they've been watching that poor kid sitting doing his homework in the snow??
Maybe, but they HAVE been following you two around.

Shannon?
Yeah?
Fancy a ride in my shiny new car?
Don't you mean your shiny new police cruiser
Yeah, that too
Okay, where are we going
That restaurant (maybe we can lose the tail at the same time)
Good thinking Austin
 
So, off they set, in his car.
Can I put the sirens on?

No.
Damn, I always wanted to do that.
Not sure if it's in the rules so I'd best not let you.
Ah right.

They arrive at the restaurant, all dressed up to the nines and had a meal there. Whilst there, a bus boy spilled dessert over Austin. He apologised profusely for his gaffe. Thankfully Austin kept his cool (didn't want to look like an ass in front of Shannon) and  told the poor kid that it was fine. With that, they got their meal for free, and went home with some of the house special Angel Food Cake!!

 He wrote a love letter (I'm pretty sure any mailbox interactions are 'free' ones and sending a love letter is one of those interactions)

Well, Austin (and myself) was tired of his old look. So out went the ruffles and frock coat and in came a snazzy little number with a gorgeously patterned collarless shirt. Not bad, not bad at all.

I also lost the hair. That bandanna just didn't go with his current style. So I gave him a nice floppy hairdo instead. And VOILA!!! That's the Austin we know and love!!!

Oh and whilst I was at it, I also gave him some chest hair!!!

At the same time, I checked his bank balance and noticed that it was at a healthy 40,000 Simoleans (from the opportunities and the promotions)  So I decided to give his house a makeover too.

Here's the bedroom. MUCH better with a bit more furniture and curtains.

The open plan living area got a facelift too. He'd broken the old tv so I replaced it with a shiny new one!!! Rearranged some of the furniture too!!

Here's the kitchen and dining area.

Not bad, not bad at all. At least he's got some lighting now. And a dresser, and a bookcase too!!