Blythe Elswood

Thirty Nine Insider Real Estate Agent at Prescott Estates Aunt to Isobel Prescott

[itsrebeccaravenwood]

as far as she was aware blythe wasn't expected at the event, not from the guest list she had seen. that being said like in acting you've got to roll with the improv. in a conversation with some of the other guests, one of them handed blythe a glass and they all took that as their cue to leave the almost sister-in-laws to talk.

"i didn't expect to see you here, jamie didn't mention you were attending"

[b-lytheelswood]

Blythe turned at the sound of Rebecca's voice and a genuine smile pulled at her lips, though it was imbued with a hint of sadness. This woman had almost been her family and now she just... wasn't. Blythe had never been sentimental, and she had never truly processed what she actually felt for Roman, but she didn't like this shift between them. "Jamie didn't know I was coming home; I can hardly fault her for not adding me to the list. How have you been, Rebecca?"

[adrianaramirez]

Adriana knew every major player in the city, even those outside her own industry. You never know when you will need to call in a favor, and where you might need to call it in from. So she always kept herself in everyone's good graces, especially someone like Blythe.

"Of course, Blythe. Looking lovely tonight." Adriana passed her a glass of red wine, grabbing herself another one. "Didn't expect tonight to be your re-apperance."

[b-lytheelswood]

Looking at Adriana, Blythe struggled to resist the urge to sigh in frustration. This woman had everything that she wanted–a father who hadn't run her inheritance into the ground–and she had chosen to walk away from it and work for his competitor. Absolute insanity! Not for the first time, Blythe considered if it would be possible for her to seduce Adriana's father; she would gladly take his company off his hands. "Thank you." She replied with a smile, "Quite honestly, I didn't expect my return to be on the same day as an event like this either, but when the stars align..." She shrugged and took a drink. "How have you been? Still clawing your way through Donovan Energy Solutions?"

[robbie-baizen]

Robbie was just stopping by Peter's gallery to pick up some paperwork from a client. He hadn't planned on staying long given he had a car waiting but then she asked him to pass a drink. How could he resist? Robbie glanced only briefly at his watch before turning his attention fully to her. "Just call me Bambi," he joked, handing her the glass. "Either you're an incredibly beautiful doppelgänger or I just passed by your benches on the way in."

[b-lytheelswood]

Blythe raised an eyebrow at his response and a delighted smile spread across her lips. "That's very cute. You're cute." She pointed her index finger at him as she took the glass. With eyes like those, Bambi certainly suited him. "I hope the 'incredibly beautiful' part of that either-or scenario was interchangeable, but that would be me, yes. Blythe Elswood. Can I interest you in a house tour?"

[jxmiepark]

Jamie had almost arrived late to Roman-and-Blythe's wedding. There was no reason for her not to go, there wasn't. And yet, when she thought back to it, she could have sworn that he looked at her before he left. That was entirely impossible, though. It wasn't real. Still, she found herself agonising over it and thinking endlessly about Blythe Elswood in her wedding dress. The whispers reached Jamie quickly. She could never fault a woman for wanting to make an entrance, even better if she didn't have an invite. Jamie was determined to take this in her stride, she was determined to act normal.

She watched as Blythe held her champagne flute and took a steadying breath, making her way over with her usual flare. Her smile was bright and charming, her words genuine and overly dramatic. "Blythe Elswood? Welcome! You look positively divine, my darling. Are you sticking with champagne or can I get you something a little more exciting?"

[b-lytheelswood]

"Jamie." She greeted the other woman with an overly sweet smile and matching enthusiasm. "Thank you, you're too kind, and looking absolutely stunning yourself. It's been too long." Blythe and Jamie hadn't exactly been close during the years that she was with Roman, but any interaction between them had always been pleasant–perhaps too pleasant–and despite what people may be saying, she wasn't here to sabotage Jamie's event. "Oh, if there's something more exciting on the go, who am I to refuse?"

Blythe paused for a moment, briefly looking around at the eyes on them with a hand over her heart. "I hope you don't mind that I just showed up like this. I only arrived back in the city this morning and I simply couldn't help myself."

[starring-frankie]

Frankie secretly yet religiously had read every member of the 'brat pack's' Wikipedia page. There was a lot under Roman Ravenwood's 'controversy' section, one of the most recent posts being leaving the #1 Realtor in the country at the alter. Frankie squashed all that gossip quickly when he recognised her and reached for the champagne flute as asked.

"No problem," he smiled. "I think there might be a rumour going around that you've gatecrashed this evening, you know? Don't worry though, your secret's safe with me."

[b-lytheelswood]

"Thank you. I–I know you..." Blythe smiled at him, but her eyes narrowed as she attempted to place this charming little face. "Oh!" She gasped, her free hand resting over her heart. "You're Diego from Friday Night Bites!" Suddenly she regretted only having watched half of season one–she had meant to continue it, but between wedding planning and wedding failure, television had fallen to the side.

"Is that what people are saying?" She glanced around the room and her smile only grew when people quickly turned their eyes from her. "Well, as I'm always telling my niece, the most important parties to attend are the ones you're not invited to." Blythe winked and took a sip of her champagne. "Not that I would ever complain about a party having handsome tv stars, but isn't there a much more exciting party happening on the other side of the city right now that you could be at?"

[logantheluscious]

Tonight Ellen was watching little Lexa so both Logan and Alex had a free night. Of all the things in the world Logan could be doing, they never thought it'd be this. Juliette had invited them to her party, of course, and Alex was surely there but... it didn't feel right. What did though? He was about to call it a night (embarrassingly early) when heard her voice. Logan would have recognised Blythe Elswood anywhere.

"Blythe-," the shock was clear in his tone and on his face, but he tried to mask it quickly. Don't mention the wedding, don't mention the wedding, don't mention the wedding Reaching for the glass, he passed it over as instructed. "I mean, I didn't know you were back in the city. How- How have you been?"

[b-lytheelswood]

"Hello, Logan. Thank you." She replied fondly, taking the drink from them and leaning in to kiss him on the cheek. Blythe had heard all about their break up with Isobel from her sister and, honestly, it had taken her entirely by surprise–but then again, she was always being blindsided these days. Carolyn couldn't tell her the reasoning, only that it had been Isobel's decision. It was all very... interesting.

"That's so sweet of you to ask, but I can see the tension rolling off of you." She released a melodic laugh and gently touched his arm. "You can relax, I'm fine. The wedding–or lack thereof–is in the past and I'm ready to move forward." Blythe's hand lingered a moment longer as concern coloured her features. "How have you been?"

[itsroniravenwood]

blythe was almost her aunt. she didn't know why her uncle bailed on the wedding but it also wasn't overly surprising given her uncles track record of doing whatever he wanted to. that being said, she would always have time for blythe "he's a musician with a motorbike. it only adds to the attraction"

[b-lytheelswood]

"A musician and a motorbike? That's a deadly combination if ever there were one." Considering how many bikes she had been on the back of, Blythe could hardly warn Roni away from them. She seemed smarter than Blythe had been at her age though, so why shouldn't the girl be allowed her fun? "Feel free to call me if you need picked up from his parents' basement."

[itsroniravenwood]

roni wasn't an art lover by any means, and she couldn't tell you a painter from a poet but she appreciated pretty things like paintings, handbags, jewllery...people "that one's pretty" she announced to the person she was talking with, pointing to one of the waiters

@tfrstarters

[b-lytheelswood]

Blythe smiled a little as Roni pointed to one of the waiters, inclined to agree with her. "I'd advise you to aim higher, but struggling artist probably isn't the way to go either." She hadn't seen her almost-niece since the almost-wedding and Blythe wasn't entirely sure how to feel about it.

[b-lytheelswood]

Blythe hadn't been back in the city since her disastrous non-wedding day, needing time to process her disappointment and realign her future plans. While her heart remained intact, her ego had taken a beating, but she was happy to let the Upper East Side elite believe that she was devastated to lose Roman.

Eyes had been on her the second she had walked through the doors of Peter Vanderbilt's art gallery–sans invitation–and she could have revelled in that feeling forever. "Hey, be a dear and pass me a drink from that tray behind you."

@tfrstarters

[bridgetreganing]

[filthy-reckless-rp]

♛ Spotted on the Upper East Side…

Name: Blythe Elswood Pronouns: She/Her Birthday: 19th August 1985 Hometown: New York, NY Occupation: Real Estate Agent at Prescott Estates Faceclaim: Bridget Regan

Who Is Blythe?

“She is the albatross, she is here to destroy you.”

You can't keep a bad girl down, can you? No one rises from the ashes quite like you, Blythe Elswood. I know you always have more cards to play. You're brilliant, ruthless, charming and tenacious. You'll lie, cheat and steal if you have to and nothing will stop your rise to the top. You're an expert manipulator who never apologises and never looks back. You never let anyone close enough to know who you really are (whoever she is). Adapt, improvise, getting what you want and burn anyone who stands in your way. It's no wonder you're such an inspiration to former Constance Queens everywhere. I can't wait to watch you work. XOXO —Gossip Girl

A Little Extra

Blythe Elswood knows what's like to have it all and lose it. Growing up, Blythe and her older sister Carolyn had everything they could want. Spoiled rotten, their parents handed out money instead of affection and only offered their praise when the girls succeeded. There was no 'unconditional love' in the Elswood household. Blythe learned that it didn't matter. She was always charming, flirtatious and prone to making reckless decisions. She was always smart, but often she couldn't resist the thrill of making a wrong turn. The first time Blythe had to pick herself back up was after her parents' company went bust. The company that was supposed to be hers. Her birthright. Was Blythe upset? Bitter? She'd never tell because she was too busy moving forward. Fast-forward and Carolyn had married herself up before Blythe could get married and become widowed to her first ridiculously rich husband (unfortunately, she's yet to bag and mourn him). Carolyn took care of everyone, Blythe included. She joined her sister's company and has been incredibly successful ever since. Blythe has always wanted more though. She needs more. Crushing her feelings into a fine dust and swallowing back the bitterness that consumed her long ago is easy. It's what helps her win. Even when Blythe gets knocked down, she comes back better (and worse) than ever.

What Does Gossip Girl Have On Them?

Oh, Gossip Girl would gasp if she even knew the half it...

Connections

Isobel Prescott - Blythe's niece. She isn't a particularly warm and nurturing aunt, but she's always supported and encouraged Isobel. Be soft, get eaten. She wants better for them both.

Logan Hunter, Jessica Knightly and Ceren Celik-Montgomery - Isobel's lifelong best friends and partner (well, ex-partner now, right?). Blythe doesn't do friends but they are important to Isobel so she's taken note.

Roman Ravenwood - the ex-fiancé. Who was a better candidate for marrying her way up and satisfying her need for a thrill? Roman was perfect until he left her at the alter. Whatever Blythe might have felt about it is her business and what she'll do about it? Well. That's for us to find out.

Rebecca and Veronica Ravenwood - Roman's sister and niece. They were in the wedding, actually. Her would-be family.

Thalia Baizen - commanding, sexy, ruthless... do these traits sound familiar? Blythe always has fun when Thalia's around and vice versa. How bad can a habit be if it feels this good?