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Well, it’s possible that we are. It’s your birthday, just a reminder.

-covers her mouth with his hand- But—but it could be because you’re here and that’s something nice. So we’re going out.

I’m here…sometimes. And we never eat out???

-shakes head- No…no, this one’s special…because…….-purses lips- ah, because we’re going to prom! That’s good, right?

-sighs- We wouldn't be going if I didn't tell you to ask me.

Well, it’s possible that we are. It’s your birthday, just a reminder.

-covers her mouth with his hand- But—but it could be because you’re here and that’s something nice. So we’re going out.

I'm here...sometimes. And we never eat out???

-hesitates;shakes head- No. You missed it. Better luck next time.

What do you mean by “next time”? -makes air quotes- Do I have to wait 20 more years? I think I can wait. -smiles-

-frowns- That’s not what I meant. I’ll probably say it later on. Make sure you hear.

I will. -beams- Thank youuuuuuuuu— -leans in and kisses her- We’re eating out, by the way. That’s what Melissa told me, but you can’t really trust little children these days…

Well, it's possible that we are. It's your birthday, just a reminder.

-hesitates;shakes head- No. You missed it. Better luck next time.

What do you mean by “next time”? -makes air quotes- Do I have to wait 20 more years? I think I can wait. -smiles-

-frowns- That's not what I meant. I'll probably say it later on. Make sure you hear.

Yeah, but the world is always there to slap you in the face and tell you that you’re 20.

And in some scenarios, the world is me.

Yes, but the world loves me so she won’t slap me.

Psh, please. I love you, and I slap you in the face sometimes.

…You what now?

-shakes head- Nope, too bad. Even if it’s your birthday. I’m not saying it.

Not even if I say please?

-hesitates;shakes head- No. You missed it. Better luck next time.

Yeah, but the world is always there to slap you in the face and tell you that you’re 20.

And in some scenarios, the world is me.

Yes, but the world loves me so she won’t slap me.

Psh, please. I love you, and I slap you in the face sometimes.

…You what now?

-shakes head- Nope, too bad. Even if it's your birthday. I'm not saying it.

IM: Well, if impatience takes over, you can always lock yourself up in your room and try on dresses and gowns. You know, for fun.

{she laughs} Sounds like a plan! It could be inspiration for when I finally need a gown.

IM: Yes! Just, don't get the need to buy more...

Yeah, but the world is always there to slap you in the face and tell you that you’re 20.

And in some scenarios, the world is me.

Yes, but the world loves me so she won’t slap me.

Psh, please. I love you, and I slap you in the face sometimes.

IM: -nods- Patient is good.

{she nods} Difficult, but probably the best option, I think!

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IM: Well, if impatience takes over, you can always lock yourself up in your room and try on dresses and gowns. You know, for fun.

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The Dair Arc as a book series In which Dan and Blair are literary characters who are shielded from the horrendous gossip girl typical episodes.

IM: Well, unless you have a formal gathering to attend to, you can’t wear one any time soon.

Yeah, I know. {she sighs} Even my irrational shopping habit knows that it would be stupid for me to buy a gown for no reason—so I guess I just have to be patient.

IM: -nods- Patient is good.

IM: Well, that is true. There are just some days where you wake up and think, “I want to wear a sundress today.”.

{she nods} Exactly! And this morning I woke up thinking, "Wow, I’ve never worn a gown, and I want to wear one in the near future."

IM: Well, unless you have a formal gathering to attend to, you can't wear one any time soon.

IM: I love Rent!

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"Oh gods, I love it too! It’s the funnest thing ever and— I cried when Angel died, oh my gods."

IM: Everyone cries at that part, I tell you. Everyone.

So sad that it's over, though.

Okay. Hi.

Time feel a little bit too slow today.

If it gets too fast, you’d still be 20 from this point. No backsies.

-frowns- I can always pretend that it’s not my birthday, so ha. I’m not 20.

Yeah, but the world is always there to slap you in the face and tell you that you're 20.

And in some scenarios, the world is me.

IM: ….and you still don’t wear them? Dresses are…nice. Sometimes.

I do wear them—when I’m not training, because that’s just impractical. Not as often as I like these days, but still enough. Dresses are fine as long as you get the right ones, I’d say!