Evelyn Moon

Evelyn had been drifting from one stall to the next, fingers trailing over fabrics and trinkets with the kind of easy curiosity that came from simply enjoying the moment. When Elena’s voice rang out, delighted and insistent, she couldn’t help but laugh. With a theatrical tilt of her head, she turned toward Elena as though she were about to step onto a runway. A playful pose followed, lips pursed like some glossy magazine model, held just long enough to make it clear she was in on the joke.

Then she eased the hat back off, glancing at the price tag with a soft smile. “I’ve always been more of a browser than a buyer,” she admitted lightly, though the brightness in her eyes betrayed just how much she was enjoying herself.

#c:elena

"I find it hard to think of a time where you weren't your best self if you ask me," Stella shrugged back. "You always struck me as the type of person who finds a way to put her best foot forward, even in some of the trickiest of times," she added warmly. It had been something she truly admired about Evelyn. She personally found it hard to push through and put on a smile if she was faced with someone she really couldn't stand, whereas Evelyn always found so much passion and grace even for those who didn't deserve it. It was just one of her many wonderful qualities as far as Stella was concerned. "I thought we were making things for one another? It's you who'll have a whole family heirloom to pass down if you so choose," Stella pointed out with a laugh. "Although it is a very Macmillan-Bones thing to be fair. We have shit in our cupboards that belong to great-great-great-to the umpteenth degree-great relatives," she mentioned with a dramatic wave of her hand.

"Oh, trust me, there have been plenty of times," Evelyn replied, a bittersweet smile flickering on her lips. She gave a small shake of her head. "Though I do think you’re being a bit kind to me there." Evelyn knew she hadn’t always been the best version of herself, not by a long shot. If she had been, things might have been different... things with Stella, at least. The breakup had been her fault, after all. That wasn't something she could simply gloss over. But she didn't think Stella would ever admit that. She was too good. Too kind. To see herself through Stella's eyes ate Evelyn up a little bit inside because she could never be as good as the woman perceived her to be. "Oh, I wish that were the case," she added quietly, when Stella pointed out that she always put her best foot forward. It was a perfect example of just how the blonde appeared to put her on a pedestal. If only she knew...

When Stella reminded her that they were making things for one another, Evelyn gave a soft laugh, letting the moment settle around them, easing back into the humour. “You’re right, of course,” she agreed, her smile warm but tinged with a playful edge. “But I wouldn’t exactly turn down a tea set from you. I'd probably gush about it forever and pull it out to lord it about at every given opportunity” Then added with a teasing smirk, “Though, by the sounds of it, I’m pretty sure your family’s cupboards could put a museum to shame... Expired pickled pumpkins and all.”

"That makes sense but is also so incredibly sweet," she acknowledged, trying to think of what she could create that could be half as meaningful to Evelyn as whatever she was going to make was guaranteed to be for her. It was the least the redhead deserved. "Maybe I'll have to do a little extra work in my spare time then," Stella smiled softly when Evelyn mentioned the place might end up closed before she had the time to finish everything she wanted to do.

“What can I say? Having someone I want to make happy always brings out the best in me,” Evelyn said with quiet sincerity, her deep chestnut eyes soft as they met Stella’s. The redhead was all too aware that her history with Stella wasn’t flawless she had made missteps, moments she wished she could take back. And yet, through it all, Stella had stayed. Her loyalty had never wavered, even when Evelyn hadn’t deserved it. That kind of steadfastness wasn’t something Evelyn took lightly. Not anymore. She was determined to keep her in her life, to prove she could be the kind of friend Stella deserved. “Extra work, though?” she added with a light laugh, nudging Stella gently with her elbow. “You really are set on completing that tea set, huh? Why? Planning to pass it down as a wedding gift for your future kids?” Her grin was playful, the teasing softened by the melodic warmth in her voice.

"I didn't necessarily say that whatever you paint has to remind you of of me but I admittedly love that. It's a very sweet idea," the smile growing on Stella's featured when it seemed the redhead was all for it. "I'm going to have such a hard time settling in on only one idea for this. I'm going to want to paint a whole tea set at this rate."

"I think if you're going to have a piece painted by me, it has to mean something to you. Why else to people buy artwork but because it draws them in, in some way." Evelyn explained, giving a little wry smile in her friends direction. "But I think they might close before we get that all done I'm afraid." She laughed, sounding amused.

"I won't lie– I'm having a hard time choosing a piece of pottery that I want to paint," Stella confessed as they scanned the shelf of available options. "I keep going in between the bowl and the mug. I guess I'd use the mug more," she added with a little hum. "Unless– do you want to each choose and then we swap and paint something for one another?"

@evelynmoon

"I wouldn't possibly turn down the opportunity to have an original piece of your artwork in my kitchen now, could I?" Evelyn smiled warmly as she skimmed through the different pieces they could choose to paint. "I love that idea though. And to paint something that reminds me of you... well that sounds inspiring."

aryanarcbins

"Of course. I hope you'd know I'd always look out for you," she reassured without a hint of hesitation to it. "I'm sure it won't. But yes, let's not try and manifest that or anything."

"I mean, I think I'd actually rather love to see you kick someone's arse but I don't want it to actually come to that." Evelyn said with a laugh of her own. "But that sentiment is returned. If it ever came down to it."

#c:aryana

piperwilkinscn

"You know if there's ever anything you'd love a recreation of and I've got the time and resources available, I'd be more than happy to put it together for you," Piper told her with a smile. "Aren't you a sweetheart? You think too highly of me."

"What I may have to do some time, is actually just go to a fabric shop with you. I'm often more inspired by a pattern than anything else. And we can make some really cute sun dresses or two piece outfits that will just... be a little different to what's being sold in stores. I do enjoy being a little different."

#c:piper

elenaflcres

"Sweet? It's you that's sweet, Evelyn. I'm just reflecting back the energy that you deserve," Elena insisted to the other compassionately. She squeezed the redhead's forearms affectionately. "You're more than welcome to. I'm partially convinced it's to give her more of an excuse to spend time with you."

"Is that you saying it's you making that excuse or her? Not that I am complaining either way but I am not going to lie, that would probably make me a little teary eyed to thinks she likes me so much."

#c:elena

laurelcllivanders

"I'm sure there are some out there who are not as enthused by our unpredictability however," she considered with a snort. "So I take it you've been doing well lately, Evie?"

"How very dare they! I mean, we're the best of surprises after all." Evelyn gasped out in mock offence at the idea of someone not being enthusiastic at them being around. "I suppose we can be a little much for some though, right?" She laughed, giving a playful shrug of her shoulders. "I mean, things have been ticking along. Nothing has gotten worse if that's what you're asking."

#c:laurel

alactairwatcon

"Listen, I'm a guy with layers but not that many layers. Typically, what you see is what you get with me," Alastair shrugged, "Yeah, I hope so. I mean, I thought I'd already find that person but people can have more than one great love in their life, right?"

"Hey, don't undervalue yourself. You have plenty of layers. I am absolutely certain I have yet to see them all. It's a task I take very seriously." The red head playfully commented, giving him a nudge. "I mean, I understand that but I don't believe there is any rush on it. You get the excitement of the build up to it once more. I do enjoy the rush you get when you find yourself falling for someone."

#c:alastair

"You heard me," she snorted in reply. Stella was prone to saying things like that anyways, it'd always been on brand for her. When it fell a little more quiet, there was nothing awkward about the silence. It enveloped them comfortably as they enjoyed the peace of being away from all the chaos below. "You want to keep it private now do you?" Stella couldn't resist teasing softly. "I'm sure we'll be fine though. Maybe the odd jogger or person walking their dog will come by, but in my experience this place is pretty serene."

Evelyn laughed softly. "You know what I mean." She responded back in a tone that was playful and warning at the same time. "But I agree. Not many would go to this much trouble, especially given how much they've had to drink tonight." It'd be dangerous at best.

ciaraxgarciax

"I mean, not every day but for events like this? Yeah. He doesn't exactly do formal attire, not well on his own anyway," Ciara explained, "And he usually comes as my date so we have to match, right?" she shrugged, trying to brush it off, "I think he's just happy that he doesn't have to think about it," she added with a light laugh.

selinas-deactivated20251210

"That's very cute." Evelyn admitted with a warm smile. It was something she might have enjoyed doing with someone but there was currently no one in her life like that. "I do have someone who is always there for me though if I need them so I understand that side of it."

#c:ciara

“Two more rules: You have to watch Sixteen Candles with me because it’s a classic, and… We can never tell anyone that this relationship is fake because it would be too humiliating for the both of us.”

alactairwatcon

@evelynmoon

#memories:evelyn #& alastair

alactairwatcon

"You give me too much credit. I'm probably almost completely like your imaginary Alastair," he admitted with a laugh, waving his hand as if to dismiss her comment, "I mean, maybe flirting is too strong a word. I'm trying to get to know people. It's been over a year since my ex up and left back to America. I figured I should put myself back out there, you know?"

"Are you now." Evelyn had to laugh at that but she could admire his honesty in that respect. "Still, getting to know people is good too. I think you deserve to find someone who makes you happy and I am sure you will eventually."

#c:alastair

ciaraxgarciax

Ciara gathered herself and adjusted her expression, wondering if the other had noticed. If she had, she didn't say anything. She smiled and nodded, "Oh, he knows I look fabulous. I always do and so does he at events like this, I make sure he dresses per the dress code," she explained, laughing a little.

"So you are the one that picks out his outfits for him?" Evelyn asked with an amused smile when Ciara pointed out that she helped him with all his outfits. "Not that I blame you at all. It's always nice to be able to do joint outfits with people. It really adds to the experience I think, though it can be frustrating trying to find something both are happy with."

#c:ciara

ciaraxgarciax

"I suppose you are right about that one. I'll need to keep that compliment in the pank then," Ciara joked before nodding in agreement, "Trust me, I know all about creatures that are beautiful in their own way," she elaborated. At the mention of the other half of her costume, her features softened with warmth, "Yes, my bestie, Cam. He's around here somewhere looking for treats he's actually able to eat."

Evelyn felt like she recognised the look that floated across Ciara's face as she mentioned her best friend but she didn't comment on it. Some things were private and she felt like that was one of them. "Oh? I'll have to keep an eye out for him then and tell him how fab you look. I imagine he'll look good too given he usually puts his all into everything."

#c:ciara

"You wouldn't be you if you were. You're a little bit kooky but entirely loveable Laurel. I am never bored in your company and I wouldn't want you any other way."

laurelcllivanders

"I'm glad you think so," Laurel beamed back at Evelyn. "I like to keep things interesting and I know we have that in common. Probably what keeps us getting along so well."