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Maribel Orion Nineteen Astronomy Major Unaffiliated

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ofalanamatthews:

Alana nodded. “Kennedy Hall. No Lincoln though.” She made a face at the mention of a possible Trump Hall and laughed. “Definitely no Trump Hall but a lot of our benefactors are republicans so you never know…” She shrugged at the question and mused over it for a bit. “Well,the guys are cute and if it weren’t for the crazy gang rivalry, it was be a great place. I’m pretty involved here with track and soccer and cheerleading so it keeps me busy. I can’t complain. There parties are legittt.”

     “Okay,” the female bobbed her head slowly before speaking again. “Having a Kennedy Hall is a start. They clearly need to rename some halls though. Well, at least there’s that.” An irritated groan came from Maribel at the mention of Republican benefactors. “If we get a Trump Hall, I’m leaving.” At the subject change, her mood shifter and became more relaxed. “Are the girls cute too? Wait,” She paused. “What gang rivalry? I can’t say that I’m surprised that you keep busy. You never learned to smell the roses.”

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littlemisscornelius:

Leona had returned to her solitude and finally pulled her notebook from her backpack. She had to finish up three more scenes on her storyboard for her project that was due in the morning. After finally finding the page Leona was about to add some scene directions when she saw the girl approach her table. Lee looked up with a smile. “Oh, you’re welcome.” she shrugged it off not recognizing the girl, then again it was New York City, just about everyone around was a stranger. “I’m Leona.” She happily extended her hand, after all the girl looked nice, and Leona liked making friends.

      “It’s a pleasure to make your acquaintance, Leona. I’m Maribel.” the female reached for the stranger's outstretched hand, giving it a firm shake before pulling her arm back to her side. “I’m new to the city and from the rumors, I’ve heard New Yorkers are supposed to be rude, not incredibly nice to strangers. Are you from here or are you new too?” Maribel wondered if there was hope for the city. Slowly, she moved the hand not holding her coffee around her back and crossed her fingers.

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thatkaiguy:

A half smile pulled at the corner of Kai’s mouth. “Army brat indeed.” He shook his head. “I was only there for a couple years before my sister was born. Georgetown is nice though if I’m remembering right.”

      “Next time you see your mom or dad please thank them for their service for me, would you? Military individual, retired or not, don’t get thanked enough for their service.” Her grin softening as it turned into a shy smile. “I think it’s pretty nice. It isn’t as hectic as other parts of the district. I think that’s why I love it so much.”

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littlemisscornelius:

Leona snuck into a coffee shop just off campus. She had one more project to finish and just needed a change of scenery. Somehow she’d been sitting scrolling videos on her phone for an hour and a half without realizing that’s what she’d been doing. She put her phone away, and realized she needed a refill. Bringing her mug up to the counter, Leona paid for a refill, and then remembered one of the videos she’d watched. “Hey, uh, I’d like to pay for the next person’s order.” Leona pulled a twenty from her wallet and slid it across the counter. Realizing someone had just stepped into line behind her. “And then keep the rest for yourself.” Leona smiled, making her way back to her table, ready to actually do some work.

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     Deciding to give New York a chance, Maribel took a walk. She wanted to explore the area surrounding the campus. To go further into the city, Bel wanted a tour guide - someone who knew more about the city than she ever would. Wandering around, the woman was hit with a pounding headache and it was then that she realized in her excitement she’d forgotten to grab a coffee. As if the universe had felt her pain, she noticed a coffee shop on the left. Veering off from her current path, Maribel entered the cafe. Getting into line, she silently debated on what to get. Thankfully there was a blonde in front of her ordering, so she had time. When it was the female’s turn, she walked up to the counter and ordered a cappuccino, pulling her wallet out. “How much?” The barista stopped her, “That girl in front of you already paid for yours.” Brows furrowing together, Bel turned to glance at the woman who had been in front of her. “Oh okay.” She shoved her wallet back in her pocket, turning back to the barista. When her coffee was finally ready, she grabbed it and made her way over to the blonde’s table. “Hey, sorry to interrupt. I just wanted to say thank you for the coffee.”

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ofalanamatthews:

“That’s right!”Alana giggled at Maribel’s enthusiasm. She often wished she could be as chill as her cousin instead of freaking out over every little thing. Her father never gave her an option. If she didn’t make the grades, she didn’t make it at all. Having Maribel around would be good for the two of them. “You’ll never escape it.” She chuckled and shook her head. “There’s no Washington Hall but there’s Grant Hall and Adams Hall.” She smirked as they walked together.  “So what do you like about WSU so far?”

      With a quick roll of her eyes, the female shook her head. “Seems not.” Growing up in the country’s capital came with its pros and cons. Pros: you live in the capital of the country and have plenty of things to do. Cons: you never stop hearing about the country’s history and politics. “How about a Lincoln Hall or a Kennedy Hall? Or do we just have no good president halls? Do we have a Trump Hall?” Bel asked, skipping as she looked around. “Eh,” she shrugged. “I haven’t been here for long enough to like anything about it yet. What about you?”

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thatkaiguy:

“Fort McNair.” Kai mused lowly. “My dad was stationed there for a bit.”

     “So you’re an Army brat, huh?” Bel’s features clearly relaxing, a wide grin pulling at the edge of her lips. “How long were you there? I grew up in Georgetown, so not too far away.”

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thatkaiguy:

Kai perked up at the sound of another’s voice. “I’m new too. Can’t be helpful.” He shrugged. “But I lived in D.C. for a bit when I was younger.”

     “Dang,” she mumbled under her breath before taking another look at the schedule in her hand. “Really?” Bel perked up at the mention of her home. “What area?”

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ofalanamatthews:

“Alright. Let me look at you schedule….” Her words drifted off as she eyed the locations. “Oh! Hamilton Hall. Come on…follow me. The halls are actually in order of first initial so that helps immensely. “

     Handing her schedule to the other female, Maribel calmed down. It was nice having her cousin around. Alana always knew how to bring her back down to Earth. “Hamilton Hall? Like Alexander Hamilton? I thought I had escaped congress and it’s history. Dear lord. What are all the halls called? Is there a Washington Hall? Please say no.” Bel let Lana take the lead, following closely behind.

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ofalanamatthews:

“Okay little cuz, deep breaths. We’ll get through this together. Come on now, as long as we stick together, this should be easy for us.”

     Maribel took a deep breath, slowly breathing out. “You’re right. You’re totally right. We so got this. Okay, now, I have no idea where I’m going. Help me?” Please? Before I have an anxiety attack.”

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     “Okay, so maybe I have no idea where I’m going for this final...or in general. This school is so confusing. Actually, I take it back. This whole city is confusing. I miss D.C.”