Beyond Sunset Valley---A Town Jump Story (cont. from Carl's Sims 3 story boards---Prologue through Chapter 426 are read only on his site now) Beyond Sunset Valley---A Town Jump Story
Chapter 427: More Life Events and Tragedy
Just as we rejoin the Frio family, the sun is dawning on a new day.
And Aeric and Katherine are sharing their first kiss!
With Peanut, Aeric's imaginary friend, awkwardly standing by the front doors.
The two of them spend a good part of the day chatting and flirting.
So, it's no surprise when he asks, "Would you be my date for Prom?"
Katherine smiles delightedly and says, "Yes! We're going to have so much fun together! I can't wait!"
In the backyard, Jaeger's chatting with none other than his boss, Super Villainess Alana Kahale!
For once, I'm glad Tabatha's at work.
"I have nothing against criminals, Boss, I just don't want to be one myself! I took the job on a dare as a teen and have regretted it ever since. I only continued in the field to help out my wife's family. Our former heir, Bella, has quite a strong personality and gets her way most of the time."
Alana Kahale nods, "I've no doubt about that. I've only spoken with her on the phone and she's crystal clear about her expectations. And what will happen if you don't meet them!"
She continues, "If it's the money, Jaeger, I can definitely increase your cut! Our China contact was pleased that you delivered the package so promptly after arriving in town. Your professionalism made a great impression."
"It has nothing to do with the money! My wife's family fortune surpasses the Landgraab's ten times over! No surprise really as their Founder, Claire Ursine, was actually the first family member to join the criminal career and start building their fortune."
Alana blanches a bit, "Claire the Bear!?! My father used to tell me stories of a Master Thief that was given that name…but that was long, long ago."
Jaeger says proudly, "Our children make Fourteen generations! But I wouldn't use that title. Founder Claire has a bit of a temper and doesn't much like being told she looks like a bear. She even insisted on taking the Frio name as she despised the reference!"
Alana looks around startled, "She's here!?!"
Jaeger explains, "Not at the moment. But her ghost shows up from time to time. All the family ghosts visit when they have the inclination."
But Jaeger's had enough chit chat.
"I don't want to fight about this, Boss. Or even discuss it any longer."
Raising both his hands and his voice, Jaeger yells, "I'm through being a criminal! I quit!"
"But…it's so much easier dealing with you…"
"There's nothing you can say that will make me change my mind, least of all that! I'm sorry I got you involved with Bella. But you were just as eager for that partnership as she was! You've made your bed, Kahale, and you're going to have to lie in it!"
"But she'll take over! She has the funds and connections to buy me out and she'll toss me out first thing! Please reconsider, Jaeger. This business may have only been in my family for three generations, but it's all I have!"
Seeing that Alana Kahale's not putting on an act for his benefit, but showing her true feelings, Jaeger reassures her.
"That doesn't have to happen, Mrs. Kahale. Bella's given me instructions to provide you with a choice."
Alana Kahale asks suspiciously, "A choice in my favor or hers?"
"One that would benefit you both, actually. Her offer is to allow things to remain as they are; a partnership with you still in charge. As you find it easier dealing with me, Bella finds it easier dealing with you, rather than Kimo Hale."
"Because I'm easier to control, no doubt!"
Jaeger shrugs, "Probably, since Hale is both Evil and Ambitious whereas you're just Ambitious and a Workaholic. I'd advise you to take the deal. If Hale manages to gain control, you know he won't be as generous. With Bella, at least you'll be able to keep your family business and continue as the head of The Lair."
Alana mulls that over, but then asks, "But for how long? I only have two daughters, while Hale as three sons!"
"And you don't consider females just as capable as males?"
"I wasn't referring to gender, just numbers! Kimo Hale has my sister-in-law's sister, Talei, popping out kids one after another. And she's totally controlled by Hale, so I'm sure there'll be more, a lot more!"
"I think you're looking too far into the future, Mrs. Kahale. Hale's oldest son is still in high school while your eldest daughter will soon be a young adult and I'm sure you've groomed her to take her rightful position as your heir. Take the deal and safeguard your family business, while you can. Like you said, Bella has funds and connections, as your partner, let her deal with Hale."
"Leilani has shown promise and is eager to join me, so that's not bad advice, Jaeger. But are you sure you won't reconsider and take your job back?"
"I not only missed my younger sons' birthdays, I spent last night in jail! I'm not reconsidering!"
On that very final note, Jaeger says goodbye and heads inside.
Because it's time for Fallon's birthday!
As usual, Juliette brings him to his cake, tickling him as they wait for others to arrive.
Once the cheering begins, Juliette helps him blow out his candle.
As Juliette places Fallon on the floor to pat her baby bump, the cheering gets even wilder.
I guess Jaeger, Lee, and Daeric are trying to make up for the lack of guests.
Tabatha had to work, and Leila had a game.
Cameron, Alana, and their twin daughters, Sarah and Gwen, moved out earlier today.
It'll be strange not having them here, but the family already feels easier to manage.
Two less young adults, and only three toddlers, soon to be two.
Sounds like heaven actually.
At the other end of the table, Aeric's blowing a party horn with Peanut by his side.
I was hoping it would be Katherine, but she finally decided she had things to do at home.
Then the birthday sparkles hit as Fallon does the typical spin.
And ages to child with those scary crossed eyes!
His eyes finally uncross, and I breathe a sigh of relief.
Until I roll for his trait.
That trait disqualified Torre's twin Karlie Jo when she rolled it as a young adult.
And now poor Fallon has received it as a child.
But then an even worse tragedy strikes!
Not for my Frio family, but for me.
I get multiple error 12's trying to save my game and end up having to quit without saving.
And I have a feeling my most recent save is before Cam, Alana, and their twins, moved out!
A lot of the same things happened but not exactly like the first time.
Instead of getting to spend most of the evening with Katherine, Aeric gets abducted by aliens as soon as I reload my game!
He's returned quickly enough, but not very happy with the alien that abducted him.
I'm just glad it wasn't one of the other men in the family, since any one of them could have been returned pregnant!
Which is the last thing I need.
This time, I give Katherine a makeover.
Switching out those vivid green sweats for a cute pair of denim short shorts.
And adding a touch of make-up.
I think she's a very cute teen and perfect for Aeric.
Aeric thinks so too and gets his first kiss! Again.
That's her swimwear by the way.
While Aeric was in the alien spaceship, she took a swim in the basement pool.
She aged up in the top, so I just matched the color of her shorts to the pink freezer bunny.
I love that salmon pink/coral color.
But with no prom announcement, he says, "I really like you a lot, Katherine. Do you want to be my steady girl?"
She agrees to this just as eagerly as she did his prom invitation.
I really like these two together.
Juliette still gets her baby bump but actually spins into a maternity outfit that's more appropriate for summer than the outfit she got the first time.
She's even wearing yellow sandals, so a win-win on the replay.
Fallon's birthday, take 2.
Since I still had five toddlers in the house, I threw his party earlier in the day.
Tabatha, Leila, and Cam are all at work, but Alana joins the party as no one has moved out yet.
They all cheer and blow party horns just as the sparkles hit.
Fallon grows up in the same hairstyle but different clothes.
But instead of being Unstable, he's now Eccentric.
Since I had to replay it all, I'm taking the 2nd trait as well! (Take that error 12!)
Jaeger invited his boss, Alana Kahale over, and chatted with her for quite a long time.
Pretty much the same conversations and he still quit his job!
Alana actually begged him to reconsider this time.
He still missed his twin sons' birthdays but didn't get arrested this time around.
And he passed on Bella's offer; a partnership with Alana Kahale keeping her position, just like last time.
Both Sarah and Gwen got potty trained, so they learned all three of their toddler skills.
Cam completed one last athletic Op, to get as muscular as he possibly could.
Leila reached level 10 of the Athletic career and is now a Sports Legend.
Both Daeric and Aeric completed paintings they had in progress.
Alana completed another novel, it wasn't a best seller, but it was a hit.
Since she was still at the computer, she was the one that made the arrangements for their new place.
Then she and Cam went to the nursery and picked up their twin girls to take them out to the waiting car.
Leila, Daeric, and Aeric met them outside.
"Bye everyone. I'll be sure to stop by and family will definitely be visiting."
Amidst a chorus of, "Bye Watcher. See you around," they run to their cars and head off to their new home.
All seven of them will be living in the Sanctuary house!
The home they stayed in when they first came to Sunlit Tides, but it's been tweaked just for them.
I still have to add a few more personal touches, like an extra napping mat, and Aeric's martial arts equipment, but everything else is just perfect for them.
When I do that, I'll make sure and take photos of their renovated home.
I also took pity on the exhausted paparazzi and sent him home via NRaas.
The first play through was rather exciting, especially with Aeric pairing up with Katherine!
Thankfully that still happened on take two.
My game not saving wasn't fun at all, but it was my own fault for playing waaayyy too long.
I feel that Fallon benefited the most on the second play through, getting Eccentric for his child trait rather than being Unstable.
Now he shares all three of his traits, Excitable, Couch Potato, Eccentric, with his grandfather, Lee.
I love having genetics and traits pass down through the generations.
And now that my main household is paired down to four grown-ups, a child, two toddlers, and a nooboo on the way, it feels much more manageable.
Unless Juliette has triplets or quads!
That would just be my luck.
I actually like the idea of twins, especially getting one of each.
So, I'm with Juliette on that wish!
Finger's crossed and join me in Chapter 428: Manageable Households
