I AM THE GREAT FUGUE WITCH!

You better watch yourself while walking through the forest mortal. If you happen to stumble upon my house, you better come bearing gifts of blackberries and fugue mushrooms! If not... would you like to be furry, feathery, or slimy? ((Part of the HMMasterlist))

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Have We Met? - [Cam / Vivi]

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[He nods in understanding, doing his best to lay off with his teasing given the fact this was their “first” meeting. Or at least he thought so.] There’s nothing wrong with that. [He reassures her, glancing down with a friendly expression.] Familiarity in itself is reassuring given the fact we’re often faced with new situations at any given time in life …  ♪ [That was surprisingly eloquent of him, hm.]

[Cam rolled his eyes and shook his head “no” at her implication that he was more akin to the sort of “modern” dance that consisted of “grinding” upon on another which, in his opinion, was sort of ill-mannered and more suited to the privacy of a bedroom, if anything.] I can assure you that I’m fine with what we’re doing now, Dahila. I’m not one to “pop, lock, and drop it’ … [Pauses, before adding:] In fact I’m sure I’d break something if I did anything of the kind.

[He can’t seem to help himself when he pokes fun at her, peering down at the smaller woman with a visible smirk.] Though I’m sure that’s your sort of thing you’re into and if you really wanted, we could teach one another how to dougie … ♪

[blackberrybroomsticks]

Mmm... you're right. *She nods, knowing this very well. There had been moments of familiarity throughout her entire life. Like this moment. Dancing in a ballroom with this dress was familiar. Being so close to a charming human which smelled of flowers? A bit familiar. It was nice, oh so very nice.*

*She laughs. Softly, and very surprisingly at his statement of probably breaking something.* How very reassuring. I'm quite content with this as well.

Dougie? *She squints her eyes at him in confusion, not caught up on the latest dance moves. Eyeing his smirk, she is further confused at what type of dance this is.* How rude! That isn't my sort of thing at all-- whatever that is. *Shakes her head, huffing softly and shutting her eyes. When she can't see him, it's easier not to get all worked up. But she can't keep her eyes closed forever, so she opens them and peers up at his eyes beneath his mask.*

.... *Her face heats up, remembering the color from when she was a cat. Seeing now as her human form was so much more... captivating. Biting down on her lip, she looks past his head instead and tries to calm down.* So what do you do, Cam? 

[blackberrybroomsticks]

Burning under the moonlight

Vivi is flying above the trees, enjoying the bright light of the moon. Her core and her entire aura felt so exhilarating and potent. Like just being in the moonlight made her feel more powerful than ever. It was so odd, how the mortals below her treated such a glorious night as a night of going out on dates.

Sure, the moon was beautiful and quite romantic indeed but-- Wait. Vivi wasn't paying much attention to the groups or pairs below her until she spotted a certain someone. A certain florist with a certain irritating pink-haired girl. Her chest began to burn and her hands gripped tightly around her broomstick.

Staying invisible, she descended onto the pathway they were previously walking on. The moonlight following her, she follows the pair silently while her chest continues to burn. The witch clenches her teeth listening to them, and she can feel her hands tingling with magic. A wave of her hand could ruin this moment, this date of theirs under the gorgeous moon.

But she doesn't. Because Cam looks so-- he looks happy. So happy and enthralled by this girl. Why? Vivi didn't know and honestly, she didn't want to know. It just made her chest burn more and more and it was like something was pressing down onto her heart. 

And she hated it.

Then it happened. They kissed. They were kissing. He was kissing her and Vivi couldn't watch any longer. That something pressing down onto her heart crushed it now and she wanted to rip Luna's pretty pink-covered head away from Cam. It was possible. They couldn't see her so she could do it. She could rip them apart from each other and stop all of this burning pain in her chest.

But that wasn't right. So she didn't. Vivi didn't do anything. The witch backed away from the sickening scene, ignoring the burning feeling in her eyes. Focus on the moon, Vivi. Focus on the moon.

Soaring back up into the sky, she didn't look back at the couple. She returned to the swamp and was now alone.

Yet the burning feeling remained.

And it was not jealousy.

It was loneliness.

[blackberrybroomsticks]

Flower Thief [Cam/Vivi]

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Ah … ! [Cam nearly yelps in surprise when the stray cat starts to pepper the tips of his fingers with little kitty kisses. Trying to stay as still as he can as to not scare the cat away, a splash of pink making it’s way to his cheeks. He focuses on staying so still that he ends up trembling.]

M-Mmm … 

[He stops, however, as the cat makes his way onto his lap. Green eyes widening as he murmurs, more so to himself then the cat.] You’re a lot friendlier then I thought … [Strokes the cat’s head, looking down at his “pet” with a strange sort of adoration in his eyes.] 

I’m not allowed to keep pets but you can always visit me here. Just don’t come when it rains or snows … But I think you’re smart enough to know better then that. 

[It didn’t seem like Dahlia was listening given the fact she looked like she was about to drift off into a slumber.] You can stay for as long as you like … I get lonely out here sometimes so it’s nice to have your company. 

… Even if you can’t understand me or speak back.

[blackberrybroomsticks]

*Lonely? Oh how I know that feeling... I know it all too well, Cam. She would talk with him. If she could, or if cats could speak normally to humans. Vivi would speak with this human. He was now claimed as hers.*

*Another yawn escaped her tiny mouth as she drifted further and further away from consciousness. It had been a while since sleeping as a cat has been so easy. As easy as stealing flowers from a florist. Which she'd have to remember to get later.*

*I will be your company... If you will do the same for me... And with that, Vivi was sound asleep in Cam's lap. Surrounded by the aroma of flowers which reminded her of better times in life.*

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Have We Met? - [Cam / Vivi]

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I suppose so … [He said, offering an uncertain smile.] I haven’t known her for long but when she does come by, I can feel myself more at ease. [Animals were known to have therapeutic qualities to them so that wasn’t so strange to say, right?]

[Her amber eyes, above all else, struck such familiarity in him that he wondered if she was at least a previous customer to his flower stand. Despite the thought, he chose not to press on about it.] … Do you now? And what is it about dancing in such proximity to a complete stranger makes you dub it as your favorite type of dance? [He asked in a light, teasing manner.] 

[blackberrybroomsticks]

I wish you luck in getting to know her, then. *He was going to need it. His friend was a cat after all. Sure, she could certainly try talking to him as a cat but... things like that were the sorts of things that got her into trouble.*

*She nods, a matter-of-factly. That is, before catching his teasing tone and her pale cheeks become shaded with red and she's burning up.* It is not the closeness at all!! *She huffs, casting her gaze to his chest.* It's merely because I've only danced like this before.

*Her eyes flicker back up to him hesitantly.* It's familiar, is all. Why, what kinds of dancing do you prefer? Would you rather us be in close proximity while moving to a faster paced song? *Her tone has shifted to clearly teasing one now, a smirk on her face.* Like how people grind up against each other, for example.

[bluemistflowers]

Have We Met? - [Cam / Vivi]

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  [He nods once in understanding, feeling somewhat foolish for implying that the two of them had met beforehand. The feeling, however, washes away upon the silver-haired woman suggesting she felt the same sort of familiarity with him as he did with her.] Hm … ♪ You’re right, it’s a nice feeling.

[He finds himself pausing as the stranger gives him her name.] … Dahlia? [A bemused smile crosses his face.] That’s funny, I have … [The cat wasn’t his pebrt so what else could he call it?] I have a friend by the same name. It’s very pretty, just like the flower.

Ah, yes, of course … [Bringing her to her feet, the man began to lead them towards the dance floor before placing his hands on her waist and moving to the more slow-paced song.Noting that most of the couples on the floor were doing a slow dance sort of sway and seemingly a lot closer to one another then they had been earlier. Sheepishly—] … Maybe I should have waited for a song with more movement … [Peering down at the witch.] Is this alright with you, Dahlia?

[blackberrybroomsticks]

Oh? *She tilts her head, putting on a curious facade.* My that's such a coincidence. This friend, of yours... Sounds lovely. *A friend hmm? A man friends with a cat who stole flowers from his flower stand. How odd. Such a foolish man.*

*As he placed his hand onto her waist, pulling her close towards him, Vivi's smile somehow went from being forced, to being natural. All without her even noticing. It was probably the earthy, flowery scent. Yeah, probably.*

No no, don't be silly. *Looks up at him, her amber eyes glimmering.* I prefer this type of dancing if I'm being honest, Cam. 

[bluemistflowers]

Have We Met? - [Cam / Vivi]

[She said his name with such familiarity that it made the florist doubt his thought of having never met her before. Blinking a few times, more so in confusion then anything.] I’m sorry but have we met before … ? [Trying to play it off—] You just seem familiar is all. [Or as familiar as a woman clad in a black gown and a watching veil could get.

[As she placed her smaller hand in his own, he nodded once in reassurance, wrapping his hand around hers.] You can trust me when I say that I promise to not step on your feet, Miss … Ah, [Wearing a sheepish sort of smile. Gently, he inquires—] May I have your name before we dance together? 

[blackberrybroomsticks]

*Shakes her head.* Oh, no, we haven't. *Forces a bit more of a smile.* But yes, you seem familiar as well. It's a nice feeling, I must admit. *Ew. Ew. Ew. Stop saying such stupid things to this human! No matter... no matter how earthy he smells... God..*

*As he wraps his hand around hers, tingles run through her body. No. Stop it Vivi! Then he asks her name and she tenses up for just a second before the name he gave her pops into her name. It's a lovely name really, a beautiful name! Should be pretty common with human's, right? Common be given and live with. It wouldn't be odd that she had the same name as the cat he befriended. Nothing odd at all.*

Dahlia. *Amber eyes reached his gentle eyes beyond the mask he was wearing before she glanced away. Nodding towards the dance floor, she smiled timidly for a moment.* Shall we?

[blackberrybroomsticks]

[It wasn't hard to notice how ... lonely, yes, how lonely the woman with the silver-colored hair looked at the other side of the room.] ... Mm ... [Finishing off his punch, he moved through crowds of people before stopping in front of the seemingly young woman, giving a short bow before offering his hand to her.] May I have this dance, Miss ... ? [Chuckles to himself--] Maybe I should introduce myself first ... [A gentle smile on his face.] I'm Cam.

*Why was she here again? Moving between the groups of people, marveling at how silly some of these humans looked. Vivi didn't particularly want to be here around so many of them. However she had done it before and it turned out alright. So maybe this time would be okay too. Plus! It was the day after Halloween; a day after her birthday. Why not go out to see the mortals. It had... certainly been a while being around so many.*

*Dressed in one of her favorite gowns and veil included, she sat alone off to the side. It wasn't that she was upset that no one had approached her. They had no reason to! Especially considering that she didn't look all too pleased to be there. It was just interesting to watch them, is all.*

*Then one of them was in front of her. Decked in red and wearing a mask. Oh, the Phantom. Or a nice rendition of him anyway. But then his aura registered in her head as he continued to talk to her. His chuckle, the smile, the intoxicating smell of flowers and earth--* Cam. 

*Nodding her head, she slipped her hand into his. It was interesting being able to feel his skin on hers without any fur in the way. Stop it. She allowed herself to smile. Allowed-- it wasn't a natural one. No way. Standing up, her hand still in his.*

You may.

[un-spooling]

Tada! [Fugue Witch/Candace]

[un-spooling]

  Oh— right, I just thought— um— [Now that she mentioned it, it did seem a bit silly to expect a witch to put on clothes and take them off again like a normal person. She takes a step back as the woman begins an incantation, shielding her eyes from the bright light that floods the shop a moment later. When she looks again, the witch is wearing her dress— and her eyes immediately drop to her curves.]

Hmmm… [Taps the fingertips of one hand against her lower lip, fretting slightly— was it tall enough? Did it show too much skin? Not enough? She circles the witch slightly, taking in the back - and making something of a squeaking noise as she’s reminded of the process of taking measurements. Her face is almost instantly hot, and she brings her hands up to press against reddening cheeks.]

Hff— if you— if you like it, then I guess so— [She shakes her head, trembling slightly, her head dizzy half with worrying that the dress is alright, half with the memory of the witch in her underwear.] I mean— that’s the most important thing, I think— that you’re satisfied with it and it makes you happy to wear it..?

[blackberrybroomsticks]

*Vivi revels in the way Candace inspects her, liking the attention. Hearing the noise come from the girl, the Witch snickers delightedly. Oh she did recall that time as well. Rolled by a simple roll of the eyes and her placing her hands on the girl's shoulder.* Then you must know so, because I love this. 

Oh how right you are dear girl! *Removes her hands from her shoulders, they immediately go to her rest on her hips.* My satisfaction is the most important thing~ *Cackles delightfully, before turning back to Candace with a smirk.*

Now, would you care for a ride on my broomstick? *With the snap of her fingers, she's changed back into the dress she went there in, leaving her new one hovering in the air.*

[blackberrybroomsticks]

Flower Thief [Cam/Vivi]

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[Now why wasn’t it socially acceptable to just lay on the ground and cuddle with this strange cat? Societies norms would be the death of the florist.] 

[He hums in delight as the cat chooses to nuzzle it’s head up against his hand, the man gently scratching at it’s chin with a finger.] You’re very … [Now what was the word he was looking for— friendly? No, more so—] Loving … I’ve met few cats that are quite as affectionate as you are but then again, I haven’t met quite as many as I’d like to meet.

[Asking as if the cat would reply—] Do you have a name … ? I don’t see a collar so I can assume that you don’t. [Perks up considerably.] What if I named you! Ah … Hm … [Looks at the silver-haired feline, cocking his head to the side in a playful manner.] Flowers are my strong suit so it’s going to be something along that line.

What about Flora? Eh … [Wrinkles his nose slightly.] Nevermind, I feel like that’s too common for a cat as pretty as you.

Pansy? … No, wait, that’s what I am. [Laughs in a good-natured manner.]

I’m thinking … Dahlia.

[Nods decisively.] That’s your new name, Dahlia.

[blackberrybroomsticks]

*As he begins to scratch under her chin, the feline inside of her gets all fuzzy. Her Witch side, however, is getting intoxicated by the smell of flowers surrounding the man. It began to remind her of the scent that hung in the air while brewing certain potions; oh how she loved that. The comment of her being loving hit her quickly, though. I am not!!! Foolish, foolish man! It is only that your hand is warm and you smell sweet and earthy. I am indulging myself!!!*

*She looks up at his face when he questions her. Name me?! I am not your pet, Cam! Most certainly not that in the slightest. You DO NOT name a Witch of my stature! You-- She stops when he settles on a flower to name her after. It's a familiar flower to her and the name of it was not half bad. It was dark sounding, yet beautiful. What an interesting name to choose.*

*Alright... I approve of such a name. To show her approval, she meows delightedly up towards Cam.* Mreow! *To further show her pleasure, she grants him the honor of receiving a few licks on the hand. Flowers and earth is all she could taste and it calmed her. So much that she startled herself and proceeded to stop licking him.*

Meeoow~ *Drawing out a tired meow, she steps into the space between his legs and slowly spins in a circle several times before laying down against him. You'll be my pillow, Cam. If you move, I will hate you forever-- that's a long time for a Witch! Curled up, her mouth opens in a silent yawn before she shuts her eyes.*

*You're such a fool.*

[un-spooling]

Tada! [Fugue Witch/Candace]

[un-spooling]

Oh..? [She blinks, smiling awkwardly. A witch born on Halloween? She guesses that made sense.] That’s very nice… and a good occasion for a new outfit, too..

[She keeps her eyes on the dress as she lets the witch look it over - pressing the baggy sleeve of her cardigan to her forehead, rubbing it gently at the praise. She shakes her head after a moment, zipping up the bag - torn between wanting to be polite and thank her for her kind words, and not being entirely satisfied with her work.]

It’s— well. I worked hard on it, and— well. It’s good if you like it.. [She flashed the witch a smile, leaning up to unhook the garment bag and its hanger from the display rack - handing the entire thing to the witch carefully - not letting the bottom touch the floor.] You, um— you can try it on if you like— just to make sure I got all the measurements right..? There’s a bathroom just down the hall, there—

[blackberrybroomsticks]

That's exactly what I was thinking! It'll be such an amazing night~

*She notices the girl's hesitance and finds it odd. The dress truly was amazing to the Witch and she could not understand how Candace would not be thrilled as she was. However she decided not to comment on it, afraid that maybe it would be rude to comment on her behavior. Not everyone was like the Witch, after all. Candace especially.*

*Taking the dress into her hands, she waved off the girl's directions and grinned in her direction.* No need for that, dear girl. I'm a Witch remember? *Laughs delightedly before whispering a quick incantation and dispelling a bright light in the room. After the light fades, her new dress is hugging her figure perfectly and the dress she had on was in her hands.*

Tada~ *She allows the dress to float in the air so that she can spin around in her new one.* Goodness it's the perfect fit! Your endless blushing while taking my measurements is quite worth it now don't you think? *She smirks at the blunette, quite fond of that memory. Watching the timid girl squirm is quite entertaining.*

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[blackberrybroomsticks]

Flower Thief [Cam/Vivi]

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[It was reassuring that the cat felt comfortable enough with him to sniff at his hand.] 

[Eyes widen slightly as the feline nearly yowls at Cam, the man putting two-and-two together that it didn’t seem pleased with the prospect of flower pollen on it’s nose.] Oh … Here, one moment. [Sitting on the cobblestone, he reached forward to lightly brush his thumb against her nose, ridding her of the rest of the annoyance that was the bright-colored pollen.] ♪

There. [His smile widening, nodding his head once as to reassure her that it was gone and dealt with,] I understand what a pain pollen can be seeing that I work with flowers. 

[Not at all feeling silly when he introduces himself to the cat.] I’m Cam, by the way. Uh— [Tilts his head, the hint of a sheepish smile playing on his lips.] You’re very cute, I’m quite fond of cats, you see. [Chuckling quietly.] I’m happy that we’ve run into one another like this … ♪

[blackberrybroomsticks]

*As he begins to lightly brush at her nose, Vivi squeezes her eyes shut until he's done. Yes, human. Obey me!! Once she opens her eyes again, she notices he's much closer to her now since he was sitting on the ground.*

Mreow! *Vivi nods, feeling much better already that the sensation to sneeze was dispelled entirely. However now, the scent of this human's hand was lingering near her nose. Luckily, it was a pleasant smell, reminding her of a field of flowers. It was nice.*

*What was even more nice was the compliment he gave her. Goodness!!! Cute?! How forward of him. Vivi decided to reward him and found his hand once more. She rubbed her head against it, before meowing in a delighted manner. Cam. You are a fool...* Meow! 

*She continued to nuzzle her head against his hand, eventually spinning around so that her tail entwined gently for but a moment before her head was back to where she had started. A gentle purring sound could be heard as she nuzzled his hand with closed eyes.*

[blackberrybroomsticks]

Flower Thief [Cam/Vivi]

[Cam hadn’t really noticed the silver-colored cat come to and forth from his stand, quietly snagging a few maroon-colored tulips and leaving with them— only to come back and restart the cycle. But the fact of the matter was that he hadn’t really noticed anything having been lost in his own thought of his return back to Bluebell and how everything had seemed to change without anything changing … If that made sense. It did to him, at least.]

[Hearing a small sneeze, Cam lazily removes his face from his hand having been resting his head in the palm of his hand. Was it Cheryl?] Mm … ? [Peering over his stand, emerald eyes locked onto amber-colored eyes.] !!! [A bright smile quickly comes over his features, not even noticing the tulip the cat had left behind. Moving from his stand and towards the creature in slow movements as not to scare it.]

[In a warm and gentle tone—] Hey there … [Stooping down a few feet away from the cat, opening his hand for the cat to smell.]

I don’t think I’ve seen you around before, are you perhaps a friend of Phillip’s … ? 

*Hmm? Oh he was approaching her. Vivi stayed still, not backing up, but keeping her eyes on his hand. The way he was smiling.. A cat person? Maybe so. She ignored his question, not knowing this Phillip he spoke of, and sniffed his hand. His aura was calm, yet he had this bright smile on his face. It was nice.*

*As she was sniffing his hand, there seemed to have been some left over pollen stuck on her nose and she moved her head to the side for another sudden sneeze. Quite upset with the yellow powder, Vivi tried to get it off with her paws.*

*Be gone you insufferable pollen!!* Mreeow! *She forgot all about the human crouched down in front of her, but once she did, she looked at him with pleading eyes.* Meeoow!! *She cries loudly, seeing if he'll remove the pollen himself. That would save her some trouble.*

[blackberrybroomsticks]

Something Wicked this Way Comes [Witch Princess/Vivi]

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The smaller Witch didn’t respond, though her narrowed eyes followed the other as she moved. She took a moment to start following after the other Witch, but figured since they’d gotten introductions out of the way, these so called pleasantries couldn’t hurt. Not much more, at least.

She remained silent while following, not cluttering the forest with small talk.

[blackberrybroomsticks]

Vivi didn't need to look behind her to know that Witch Princess was following her. She stayed silent, much to her relief, and the silver haired Witch kept the door open until the other had walked through. After that, she waved her hand and the door shut closed to her small hut.

There was the vanity and the dresser she bought from Mistel. Although she didn't quite care what the shorter witch thought of them. Their battle outside was the end of that. She would have to deal with the articles of furniture.

"Tea?" Vivi asked, getting her teapot to come to a boil. Opening a cabinet, she shuffled through it for her various teas. After retrieveing the box, she floats it over to the Witch Princess while also getting a chair to her as well. "Take a seat, if you'd like."

[un-spooling]

Tada! [Fugue Witch/Candace]

Something special..? [She thinks for a moment as she heads for the living room, wondering if the witch means Halloween. But that seems kind of rude to ask out loud. What if that’s, like, racist? Was being a witch a race? What if it was— magicist, or witchist, or— okay, focus, Candace. Just ask the question.] What’s the something special..?

[She retrieves the dress bag from the living room - previously hanging off a book shelf, and brings it back to the shop. She hangs the hanger on one of the empty display racks toward the back and unzips it - while calling over her shoulder to the witch.] I— um. Yes, I do.. it’s really nice. Feels nice after summer was so hot, huh? I feel like I can finally sleep again.. [She giggles (nervously), finally freeing the dress of the bag, gesturing for the witch to come over.]

Here it is.. what do you think?

[blackberrybroomsticks]

*The Witch outstretches her hands out to the side in a flourish, a proud smile on her face.* Well, if you must know-- Friday is my birthday. And how excited I am for it! *She exhales out contentedly, bringing her hands back down to her hips.*

Oh you have very good taste in the seasons Candace. I don't like having to layer clothes, though.. As you may be able to tell. Speaking of clothes! I have avoided my usual wardrobe for my visit. *Follows behind the timid woman, eyes focused on the long bag in her hands. She stays back as she unzips it, wanting to be truly surprised at what the tailor had come up with.*

*One look at the dress and Vivi smiled from ear to ear.* Oh Candace... I love it! I really do. You did amazingly-- And that's quite the compliment coming from me.

[un-spooling]

*Walks through the door, surprisingly visible, and with one of her older dresses on. Finds the blunette quite quickly and hovers a scarf around the girl with a smile.* Helloooooo Candace! *Snaps once, a chair appearing near the girl where the Witch proceeds to sit.* I've returned as I said I would. How is my dress coming along? *She grins at Candace, crossing her legs beneath her long dress.*

[She’s leaned in close to her work when a scarf envelopes her vision - and she accidentally pricks herself with the pin she’d been intending to tack up a bustle with.] Oh— what—?!

[Notices with some delay that the scarf has settled around her neck without her having put it there— and she turns to look around, spotting the witch. She should have known!]

Oh— it’s you! [She sticks the pricked finger into her mouth for a moment as she climbs to her feet, bowing politely to the witch.] It’s finished, actually.. would you like to see it? I keep it in the living room so nobody tries to buy it on accident..

[blackberrybroomsticks]

*She holds her skirt out to the side in reaction to the blunette's bow.* Yes! It is I, The Great Fugue Witch! *Laughs delightedly, nodding her head of silver hair, the veil moving with it.* Oh that sounds lovely! I'm happy that it's already completed. There's something very special coming up, after all.

*She places her hands on her hips, her skirt swishing as she walks around the shop. Amber eyes catching all the Autumn fashions around the room.* Mmm, I love Fall! The air is cool, I just enjoy it. Do you like the Fall, Candace? 

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