Melissa Benoist

Melissa Benoist Your value does not decrease because of someone's inability to see your worth.

[cbb-supergirl]

cbbhemmings​:

‘I know. I.. panicked.’

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“....I -... I missed you.” 

[cbb-supergirl]

cbbsantiago​:

‘Is that what I’m most known for? Being incredibly polite? — How underwhelming. It is. Please, join me. Take a tamale. Tell me about your morning so far.’

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“I think you’re known for...quite a lot of things, Santiago. I mean - what... can’t you do, right? Give yourself more credit. Your kindness is only one of many of your very memorable attributes. ...Oh I had a dreadfully boring morning... There’s really nothing t’tell. Actually I almost fell down the stairs but otherwise - very boring...” 

[cbb-supergirl]

cbbhemmings​:

‘I guess so.           I don’t know what else to say.’

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“....——you jump, I jump...right? ....you should have told me...” 

[cbb-supergirl]

cbbsantiago​:

‘Nothing is ever out of my way when it’s for a friend. Especially one as lovely as you. —— Besides, who wants to eat breakfast alone?’

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“Well of course you would say that. You’re incredibly polite. I suppose you’re right though... It’s always better with company” 

[cbb-supergirl]

cbbsantiago​:

‘Morning.           I’m making breakfast tamales. Want some?’

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“Morning, Santiago... Only if you have extra.. I don’t want you to have to go out of your way or anything.” 

[cbb-supergirl]

bbMessenger | Melissa

SANTIAGO: Okay. As long as you’re sure.

SANTIAGO: Just know that I’m always here if that ever changes.

MELISSA: I know... And I really appreciate it, Santiago.

MELISSA: Trust me... you'll be the first to know if it does.

[cbb-supergirl]

cbbhemmings​:

‘                 Hi.’

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“....you left. And...all you can say is hi?” 

[cbb-supergirl]

bbMessenger | Melissa

SANTIAGO: [ TYPING ]

SANTIAGO: [ STILL TYPING ]

SANTIAGO: [ DELETED ] I can't not worry about you.

SANTIAGO: Haven’t you known me long enough now to know worrying is what I do best?

MELISSA: Of course it is...

MELISSA: Believe me, Santiago. It's fine. It's... it's nothing that is going to bother me, okay?

[cbb-supergirl]

zayncooper​:

‘Ah, well. In that case, we might just be perfect for each other.’ Exciting wasn’t a word that could be used to describe Zayn right now. He’d fallen into a pit of misery as of late. Most saw it as wallowing and they wouldn’t be completely wrong. Definitely felt a little self-destructive too, but he couldn’t help it. The man had a habit of retreating into dark corners when life went wrong. He felt safe there. Like an injured animal seeking out their natural habitat, somewhere they could stay and heal. Somewhere they felt safe. ‘Hey. We can always do this.’ Soft smile appeared. It didn’t quite reach his eyes anymore. That happiness he’d been brimming with just a handful of months ago had taken a temporary vacation, but that didn’t make it any less genuine. It was. Couldn’t not be when Melissa was around. ‘You’re my friend. I’ve never not got time for friends.’ Not even when he was trying to hide away from the world. ‘Yeah. Yeah, I know.’ Life was known for changing in an instant. However, in Big Brother, those changes somehow seemed more noticeable. ‘You’d think I’d be used to that by now. I’ve been here almost seven years, but, uh. I dunno. It still surprises me.’ Finger swiped at another bit of frosting, licking it off before letting out a low laugh. ‘Chess? Damn, and here I was, worried I wouldn’t be exciting enough.’ Eyes widened playfully and Zee leaned in, gently bumping his shoulder against hers. ‘Kidding. Wanna show me how to play? S’better than watching re-runs all day.’

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Melissa smiled lightly at the man’s comment, a huff slipping from her lips as she nodded gently. They probably were perfect for each other honestly. Content to just... hide away from the world together watching movies and eating good food. That wasn’t a bad life to live. There didn’t need to be excitement or drama. Didn’t need to be complicated. She felt that way with Luke too - but... that was only a front. And she knew the man would never truly have been happy if they were together. Even if it was kinda nice. “...course. I just know sometimes it’s good to be able to do this with yourself sometimes too. So.. I wouldn’t want to interrupt that.” Because really Melissa could actually do this all the time. But... alone time was important. Eyes rolled fondly at the singer’s teasing jest, her shoulder bumping his back just as lightly as she shook her head. “I’m telling you. You never have to worry. I will always be less exciting than you. Guaranteed. I’m really good at that. I uh.. I can though. I mean probably not well, like I said but.. the basics?” 

[cbb-supergirl]

A card,  Acrylic Photo Blocks with photos of Santiago & Kilian together back at the Christmas Market, and homemade Macarons & Chocolate covered strawberries are left on Santiago’s bedside table. There’s no name on the card, but it might be obvious who left it behind. 

@cbbsantiago

[cbb-supergirl]

bbMessenger | Melissa

SANTIAGO: [ TYPING ]

SANTIAGO: [ STILL TYPING ]

SANTIAGO: Are you sure?

MELISSA: Yeah it's..

MELISSA: It's fine. It's complicated but it's okay. I'm fine, Santiago.

MELISSA: Really, you don't have to worry

[cbb-supergirl]

bbMessenger | Melissa

SANTIAGO: [ TYPING ]

SANTIAGO: [ STILL TYPING ]

SANTIAGO: [ NO LONGER TYPING ]

SANTIAGO: [ TYPING ]

SANTIAGO: I noticed Luke was back. Are you okay?

MELISSA: [ READ ]

MELISSA: [ 2 hours later ]

MELISSA: yeah

MELISSA: I'm fine

[cbb-supergirl]

cbbhemmings​:

‘Hi.’

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“....hi?” 

[cbb-supergirl]

scorsonecbb​:

Y’know ––– for a while there my life was feeling like an episode of friends. . the one with Ross and Rachel’s huge ass breakup? Awkward and sad for everyone involved but I get good vibes from this place, I like to call it my 2021 turn around. Hi, I’m Caterina, I do play McDreamy’s sister and no I can’t perform any kind of surgery on your brain so just don’t smack your head off a wall or y’know. . do anything too dangerous ‘cause contrary to popular belief, there is not a hot doctor in the house. / / @cbbhqstarters​.

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I feel like asking people here not to do things like that is... - well, someone’s gonna do it. There’s always something like that going on at the house. In fact, I think we should have a fancy brain surgeon on call here at all times. You never know... but it’s nice to meet you Caterina - I’m Melissa. I hope this house does provide you with a 2021 turn around...

[cbb-supergirl]

cbbross​:

‘Y’know.          I’ve been here almost three weeks now and I’ve only just realised I never introduced myself. I’ve mostly been stumbling around the house, trying to figure out where everything is or inserting myself into conversations no one invited me into. Sorry ‘bout that.           I must’ve left my manners at the door, but better late than never, right? At least I’m finding them now before Mama Butler watches the show and grounds me for forgetting how I was raised. Anyway. For those of you I haven’t crash-landed into yet, hi. I’m Ross, otherwise known as the better-looking Reggie Mantle. Sorry, Melton.’  

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“At this point I’m not sure anyone can really complain if you insert yourself into conversation. Nothing’s really private, is it?.. It’s nice to meet you though, Ross. I’m Melissa - and...probably the only reason you haven’t crash landed into me yet is because I like to hide in uninhabited areas of the house like a gremlin. A social butterfly, I know.” 

[cbb-supergirl]

cbbsantiago​:

It’s difficult to read her expression, observant eyes picking up on that flash of confusion. For a moment, Santiago feared he might have unintentionally crossed a line. That asking a woman to dance so soon after midnight might sound bold and presumptuous. The last thing he wanted was for Melissa to think little of him. Their.. friendship had become such a bright, guiding light during his time on Big Brother. Her mere presence alone could brighten anyone’s day, especially his. Compromising that was never something he’d openly do. Lips even part to apologise, the word ‘sorry’ right on the tip of his tongue though quickly disappearing when she accepted his offer. ‘Gracias a Dios,’ the actor breathed out, smile immediately returning. ‘That would’ve been a terrible start to the new year if you said no.’ A light, teasing comment escaped while reaching out to gently take her hand, beginning to lead them both out onto the dance floor. ‘So. Do you have any resolutions or is it too soon to ask?’

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Melissa gave the man’s hand a gentle squeeze when he took it, a huff of a laugh slipping from her lips because really - could she ever say no to Santiago? Even with her... surprise of him being here and wanting to dance, it wasn’t that she didn’t want to dance with him or anything. She just wouldn’t let her confusion show that long next time, Melissa would never want to upset the man after all. “...I wouldn’t say no to you.” She teased back, falling in line beside him as they walked towards the dance floor, and when they did - she easily shifted to rest her opposite hand upon his shoulder. A position she’d mirrored what felt like forever ago when Zayn had asked her to dance. She’d...been equally surprised then for different reasons entirely. “...I’m sure I have the ones everyone starts out with every year. Eat better. Don’t be lazy.” She listed with a soft smile and a shrug of her shoulders. If she stayed in this house however? There would be no completing those. “...there’s...a few others.” She spoke then - knowing it was more than a resolution to try and get out of her management. To seek freedom. To come to terms with the things that happened to her and stop hiding behind it. If she could do that they wouldn’t be able to use it against her anymore either.... but she worried they were all just pipe dreams. “..nothing too major though. What about you?” 

[cbb-supergirl]

zayncooper​:

‘That’s true. Some do, but if I was going to make an exception for anyone, it would definitely be Supergirl.’ The fact Melissa was being considerate enough to double-check just showed what a compassionate person she was. The woman truly didn’t have a bad bone in her body and Zayn admired that. Admired her. ‘Besides.          Maybe having someone with such a contagious smile around will do me good,’ he added, his own lips twitching upwards for the first time all day. ‘I just can’t promise I’ll be the most exciting company.’ Zee hadn’t been his best self recently. Even with the new album coming out, there was an air of misery still surrounding him. He kept trying to pull himself outta it. Had gotten close a couple of times too, but then something would happen to remind him of Perrie. A shirt that still smelt like her perfume. Photographs on his phone. Old text messages popping up whenever another came through. Even looking at the cake in his hands, knowing she would’ve already stolen a bite. Her ghost was almost impossible to avoid, which made it almost impossible to move on too. ‘Thanks.’ Finger swiped at the frosting and gave it a taste. Delicious, as always. ‘Remind me to return the favour on your birthday.’ He was useless at remembering dates, but he’d try for her. ‘So, how’ve you been? S’been ages since we caught up.’

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Melissa’s shoulders could only shrug as she got comfortable beside him, a smile slipping easily onto her lips as well. She wouldn’t know if it would be any good for him really, but... he was smiling and that was always something, right? “...Good thing I prefer the least exciting company as possible.” Melissa teased, glancing to Zayn with a soft breath of a laugh as she crossed her arms over her knees. It was true though, if anything Mel preferred staying near people that were quiet. People that preferred to lay around and talk or just enjoy each other’s presence. She didn’t need to be doing some of the crazy, absolutely wild things that a few people here partook in. Absolutely not. Zayn had always been lowkey, which she appreciated, but... she knew what he meant this time. And her heart hurt for him. That he’d seemingly been so happy lately with Perrie and now?... Well, there was really no answer for that kind of pain. Nothing someone could do besides just... be there. “...If we can just do this?...Yeah I’ll remind you.” Since... she wasn’t sure she’d be up to anything more than that herself. “...About the same as we last caught up, I’m sure. It’s hard to say a lot changes here sometimes.” Which...was truer some days than others. For Zayn, she was sure a lot changed. For her... Even with Luke gone, she still faced the same pressure from management. The same threats. The same opposition. And every day she still did the same things. “I uh - I mean I’m okay....I’ve gotten really into chess though. I’m not good at it of course... but I know how to play now.”