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@benjiwyd-blog
wait, so david’s not hooking up with benji? has everyone had a bit of that parisian ass?
(via confessmessina)
As frightfully funny as this is, I’m afraid you’re barking up the wrong tree here old chap. I’m most certain David wouldn’t be opposed to getting to know you though.
TEXT: HUNTER
Benji: Wishing you a splendid and happy birthday, Hunter! I do hope you have the loveliest and most top notch day. The boys and I all got you a gift and we made sure dear old Nate didn't have a say in what we got you so, rest assured, it's perfectly safe and normal! x
The New Zealand air started to get crisp, with the seasons passing, holidays came and went as, November already approached upon the city, though it still felt like it should have been August (if that) to Sam. Business at the zoo seemed to stay as predominant as ever. Holidays usually meant family merge together in one place, making the zoo a common destination, especially if children were involved. Though, luckily working was something Sam particularly enjoyed. The crowded paths hardly seemed to portray as much of a bother.
Most people thought him to be crazy, happily willing to work with wild animals that typically had been brought to the zoo through some sort of rescue. He mainly focused on the large mammals, the type that could just look at him and swallow him whole. Yet, the animals he worked with were as gentle as the family dog with him. The two tigers he worked with mostly had been brought in as cubs, their mother murdered by a poacher which made Sam feel sick to his stomach. By now, the cubs had grown to their full size, two years of their life passing under Sam’s care. And while they were gentle with him, that wasn’t to say he wasn’t ever off alert. They were still wild animals, capable of letting their instincts take over at any second. He knew it wouldn’t take much for the animals to transitioned him from looking like the sweet caretaker to the embodiment of four point, tasty looking deer. He would have been a fool to believe otherwise. Yet, that was one thing he found fascinating about his job. He loved the thrill.
Walking the paved path, made way for the guests of the zoo, the concrete river seemed to get more cluttered as he ventured farther in, each step bringing him closer to the tigers’ enclosure. Most people made a point to keep their distance but that wasn’t to say there weren’t a select few who tried to test Sam’s patience as well as the strength of the fence that stood on higher ground that then level of their home below. Most of the crowd found the cave that was created to let you have ground level to the tigers was a better standing point, allowing thick layers of glass to separate you, but one man seemed to find pleasure up above, inching dangerously close to toppling over into the enclosure.
Instead of letting his initial instincts of panic kick in, Sam let his arms cross over his chest as he leaned against the fence. “You do realize that’s some six hundred pounds of a lean, mean eating machine, right?” He asked, his tone remaining very conversational rather than what would usually be stern. “Meaning if you drop it there you become catnip, right?"
Sam turned, resting his forearms against the heavy fence, facing in towards the animals he still saw as the cubs, though two years had already passed. "I mean unless you’re into that sort of thing."
He knew technically, he should have been alert, more cautious and worried about the man’s actions. If something were to happen to him, it would have been on his watch while he stood idly beside just casually talking with him like he didn’t work there, like he shouldn’t be worried. The man in front of him looked to far amused, almost too much of a fire in his eye for Sam to feel genuinely worried. Something he had seem plenty of times with teenagers that wanted to be nothing more than an actual shit than to play petting zoo with the large mammals.
Wellington Zoo was, surprisingly, less of a chaotic menagerie than the apartment Benji resided in. The small flat in Messina was usually filled with a loud cacophony of Nathaniel and Jacob arguing, Hadley either wailing or crying loudly, Dean attempting to calm a barking and uncontrollable Max, or Indiana bursting through the door in a drunken state whilst Mellie giggled and attempted to support her friend. Sometimes, these all happened at the exact same time, leaving Benji gravitating towards Che, easily the most quiet and sensible inhabitant of the apartment. He tended to avoid the drama and commotion that had the tendency to erupt in their home, just like Benji did. However, when Nathaniel and Jacob had kicked off another of their famous arguments, Che was nowhere to be seen, off earning a living Benji supposed. Eager to escape from the cruel words and harsh jibes being thrown all around him, Benji had settled an upset little Hadley into her buggy and gained the company of Dean as they eagerly hurried to get anywhere that wasn’t near their angry, yelling cousins.
“It’s quite frightening when they get like that, isn’t it?” Benji mused, as they paid their entrance fee to the zoo, a place he was aware both Dean and Hadley loved. All Dean could do at that moment, however, was nod miserably in agreement. He hated raised voices and all forms of conflict. Laying a comforting hand onto his cousin’s shoulder, Benji jovially informed him that the penguin parade would surely cheer him up. The answering grin he received proved him correct.
After a quick glance at the information leaflet, their small group realised that said parade didn’t start for another hour, and Hadley was restless and demanding to see some animals now. Keen on avoiding a temper tantrum that would only fray poor Dean’s nerves even more, Benji gripped the handles of Hadley’s pushchair and steered it towards the tiger enclosure.
It took a while to reach the front as the crowds of people milling around were reluctant to part for two frazzled looking young gentleman and a peculiarly grumpy infant. Thankfully though, they were soon at the fence of the enclosure, Hadley craning her neck to see if she could spot the animal.
“Tigger!” she frowned, when it became apparent that she had failed to spot the orange and black striped animal lurking in the tall grass of the exhibit. The pane of glass allowed her to see into the faux feral environment without any bars blocking her way, but it seemed like the animal in question wasn’t welcoming any visitors today.
A little worried about what failing to meet the needs of his steadily irate niece would mean for him, Benji tugged awkwardly at the sleeves of his jumper before nodding. He pulled his backpack off his shoulders and passed it to Dean, who was now wearing a rather confused frown. When it became apparent to the usually naïve boy what his cousin planned to do, he took great efforts to make him stop.
“You can’t!” he cried, suddenly panicked. “You might fall in.”
“Have a little faith, chum,” Benji replied, a little reproachfully. He hoisted himself up towards the fenced part of the enclosure, pulling his phone from his pocket so he could snap a picture of the creature and satisfy Hadley. Also, it would make a rather splendid picture for his Instagram. He had almost captured the perfect picture of the two tigers lazing together when a disapproving voice sounded from down below.
Benji glanced downwards and ignored Dean tugging anxiously at the hem of his trousers, in favour of raising an eyebrow at the man who stood at the bottom of the fence, staring up at him. His attire meant he could only be a zookeeper, and Benji couldn’t help but wonder if he would even get the chance to watch the penguin parade at all today. Still, he didn’t dismount from the fence and simply smiled at the man.
“Cats rather like me,” he said, simply. “And while those two fellows over there are a lot bigger than my old chap back at home, but I promise I’m not on a suicide mission of any kind.”
Hadley let out a disgruntled gurgle from her chair and Benji risked another glance towards the tigers.
“Say, am I in trouble if I don’t get down any time soon?” he asked and jerked his head in the direction of the animals. “I rather hoped I would get a picture of the pair for my niece, you see.”
TEXT: UKNOWN NUMBER
Amelia: He is! You must have so many really funny memories with him. :)
Amelia: Oh, really? That's exciting! You must know Indiana, then? We're on the cheer squad together! Or... We used to be. :)
Amelia: Are you sure it's not a bother me texting you? It really was an accident, and I don't want to push myself on your or anything, Benji! You've been really lovely. :)
Benji: Oh, certainly.
Benji: Ah, then I'm almost positive I've heard of you before. And I've certainly heard from Indy about all the trouble you've all gone through this year. It's highly unfair.
Benji: Oh no, don't worry about it, I insist.
TEXT: UKNOWN NUMBER
Amelia: Really? Goodness, that's so exciting! What a strange coincidence...
Amelia: Dean is really very lovely, he makes me smile and we like to talk about the ocean. Nathaniel is really funny, he called me a "soft baby gay" today, which made me laugh.
Amelia: Do you live in Wellington too, Benji? :)
Benji: Nathaniel is rather amusing and peculiar like that, isn't he?
Benji: I do indeed. I actually live in Messina with Nathaniel and Dean and our three other roommates.
TEXT: UKNOWN NUMBER
Amelia: Oh, you're lovely!
Amelia: Um, well, I know some people by the name Andersen, see! And I realise now that it's a bit silly to assume that you'd know them too. Especially given that I don't even know where you're from! Not that I'm asking. I realise that sounds incredibly worrisome and possibly verging on stalker behaviour...
Amelia: Um. Nathaniel, and Dean! That's their names. They're very lovely.
Benji: I am? Oh, thanks ever so.
Benji: You don't sound like a stalker at all. Especially considering Nathaniel and Dean just so happen to be my cousins.
TEXT: UKNOWN NUMBER
Amelia: Oh! Goodness. Benji, sorry Benji... Um, woopsy! Not sure how I managed to get the wrong number, this is really embarrassing. I'm sorry, I hope I didn't bother you.
Amelia: Oh! You're not one of THE Andersens, are you? Probably not. The world's a really big place :)
Benji: Not at all! Don't fret.
Benji: You'll have to elaborate on which Andersens you're speaking of?
TEXT: UKNOWN NUMBER
Amelia: It's Amy! Um, Amelia Barton? :)
Amelia: Uhoh... This is Marley, isn't it? Marley Prince? Or have I made a total fool of myself?
Benji: While your name certainly rings a bell, it's unfortunately not enough for me to recognise you.
Benji: Not quite, I'm afraid. You've actually reached Benji Andersen?
TEXT: UKNOWN NUMBER
Amelia: Hey! I'm just on my way to the Busy Bean right now for a cup of coffee, can I grab you anything? :)
Benji: Sorry, might I ask who this is? I would rather like an espresso, but I'd quite prefer to know who I am indebted to.
TEXT: JOSIE
Josie: Happy Birthday! I hope you have a good day :)
Benji: Josie! Thank you! I do hope you'll come around later for cake as you're the only person who can implore Nathaniel to understand that he cannot eat all of it himself :D
TEXT: CHE
Che: Happy Birthday, Benji. Have a great day. CK.
Benji: Why, thank you, Che!
TEXT: HUNTER
Hunter: Happy Birthday, darling! I'll be dropping by after work to give cuddles and presents. xoxo
Benji: Thank you, Hunter! You needn't go to the trouble of getting me a gift, just seeing you will be an excellent present! :) x
TEXT: INDIANA
Indiana: BENJI, YOU BEAUTIFUL BOY! Have the happiest birthday, you gorgeous thing, you! 💕
Indiana: Don't do anything I wouldn't, baby 😉 Love you 💙
Benji: Thank you, my most dearest Indy :) I must say, I believe that leaves my options wide open though, doesn't it?
TEXT: DAVID
David: happy birthday, posh spice ;) haha have a good day, pal!
Benji: Despite the fact that it was potentially intended to insult, I had a chuckle at your 'posh' jibe. Thank you, David!
TEXT: ISAAC
Isaac: I am going to look really stupid if I got this wrong, but I think I remember Mellie saying last week that it's your birthday today.
Isaac: If I am right, then happy birthday. I hope you have a nice day.
Isaac: If I got that wrong, then just pretend I didn't send those texts.
Benji: No, no, Isaac! You're quite correct. Thank you for the kind sentiment, I appreciate it!
TEXT: DAISY
Daisy: Happy birthday, babes. Much as I wanna see that cute face of yours, we best not be seeing ya in the A&E any time soon. xx
Daisy: Hope ya have a well good day, babe! xx
Benji: Oh, thanks ever so, Daisy! And I have no grand ideas about making my way to the emergency room tonight, so please don't fret :) x
TEXT: CASSIE
Cassandra: BENJI! :D david said it's your birthday and i believed him anyways but then indy also said it's your birthday and i also believed her and then i was talking to will and nathaniel was there and HE said it's your birthday so i think it really really must be true! :D
Cassandra: happy birthday!!! i hope you have a really amazing and wonderful day!!!!
Benji: Why, thank you so much, Cassandra! All those aforementioned chaps and chapesses were indeed right :) Thank you again.
