i can fix it!

garrett. 34. leo.

[viennaahawthorne]

garrettasher​:

It wasn’t like he wasn’t used to Vienna brushing him off, but it did always sting a bit. Yet, he simply shrugged a shoulder, acting as coy as ever. “I thought I was the therapist here,” he offered as a joke before running his fingers through his hair to try to fix it. As much as he wanted to discuss the ongoing investigation involving her father, he knew it would be breaking protocol. So, instead, he geared his attention towards her again. “Besides, I don’t want to talk about me. I want to hear about you.” 

Although she was normally good at deflecting, when it came to Garrett it seemed to be a lot harder. She’d change the subject or attempt to put the attention on him and he’d somehow find a way to steer it right back to her. Letting out an overexaggerated sigh, Vienna rolled her eyes, leaning forward to rest her chin against her fist. “But you are SO MUCH more interesting, truly. You know what my day consisted of? Getting really fucking high and laying out by the pool. See? Boring.”

[garrettasher]

“Are you kidding?” he laughed, leaning back against the sofa. “That sounds a hell of a lot better than my day,” he mimicked her exaggerated sigh as he continued. “I spent all day trying to fix the AC in your dad’s office,” he lied. Well, partially. Garrett had snuck in early and messed with the wiring; it gave him an easy in to look through his belongings once Hawthorne couldn’t stand the heat —literally. “Now that’s boring.” he looked over at Vi, she was as beautiful as ever, and it killed him. Clearing his throat, he got up from the sofa and headed towards his kitchen. “I’m gonna grab a drink. Do you want anything?” he offered, glancing back at her once he grabbed the whiskey from the cabinet. “Just like old times?” he grinned, waving the bottle at her.

[viennaahawthorne]

garrettasher​:

Garrett has grown used to Vienna’s late night visits. In fact, he was starting to look forward to them. Sure, it wasn’t exactly the same as before, but it was the closest he had felt with her in a long time, and he wasn’t about to mess that up. He sat up as he listened to her and gave a small nod. “We’d be bored otherwise?” he offered as a joke, trying to make her crack a smile. “Did something happen?”

“At this point I’d take boredom over the mess of the year 2020 has been. And we still have a few more months to go?” She made a face and then sighed, bringing her hands up to run through her brown locks. His next question was hard to answer. Although she genuinely trusted Garrett, there were still some things she knew she had to keep to herself. At least for the time being. “No, nothing happened. I’m just– complaining. It’s what I’m good at, duh.” Reaching over, she playful tousled his hair. “What about you, Gar? Anything you need to vent about? I’m all ears.”

[garrettasher]

It wasn’t like he wasn’t used to Vienna brushing him off, but it did always sting a bit. Yet, he simply shrugged a shoulder, acting as coy as ever. “I thought I was the therapist here,” he offered as a joke before running his fingers through his hair to try to fix it. As much as he wanted to discuss the ongoing investigation involving her father, he knew it would be breaking protocol. So, instead, he geared his attention towards her again. “Besides, I don’t want to talk about me. I want to hear about you.” 

[viennaahawthorne]

Venting to Garrett had become somewhat of a habit lately. Although she was normally the type to keep everything in until it inevitably bubbled up and exploded, she was beginning to find solace in their late night talks. She looked over at him with a sad smile and shook her head. “I just want a nice easy life, you know? Why does everything have to be so difficult all the time?”

[garrettasher]

Garrett has grown used to Vienna’s late night visits. In fact, he was starting to look forward to them. Sure, it wasn’t exactly the same as before, but it was the closest he had felt with her in a long time, and he wasn’t about to mess that up. He sat up as he listened to her and gave a small nod. “We’d be bored otherwise?” he offered as a joke, trying to make her crack a smile. “Did something happen?”

[viennaahawthorne]

garrettasher​:

He was taken aback by her response, but more than eager to have her on board. “Well, pipes are usually a good place to look first.” he nodded over in the direction of the big, bulky water pipes. “Think you’re up for the challenge?” 

She could tell by the look on his face he definitely wasn’t expecting her to say that. But he had every reason to be surprised, Vienna wasn’t known for being helpful. If it were anyone else, she might’ve laughed in their face. Following his gaze, she spotted the water pipes and nodded. “Always. As long as you’re aware that I’m mostly here to look cute and offer moral support?”

[garrettasher]

“That’s all I ask,” he replied to her with a grin. As they made their way towards the pipes, Garrett couldn’t help but glance over at Vienna; she looked as pretty as ever. “I hope you’re using sunscreen,” we’re the only words he could think of, and he was mortified as soon as he spoke. “Y’know, rays are dangerous and all.” Once at the pipes, Garrett set his kit down and dug for a flashlight. “Wanna do the honors?” she asked, offering the light to her. “I know it’s a bit more than you signed up for, but you’d be doing me a huge favor.”

[garrettasher]

viennaahawthorne​:

Even if they were only kidding around, his response made Vienna a little happier than it should’ve. So, she silently reminded herself to manage her expectations. “Hey, I’m always down to help an old friend.” She’d use any excuse to hang out with him, really. Tossing her sunglasses on the chair, Vienna placed her hands on her hips and examined the vast area, feeling absolutely clueless. “Where do we even begin?” 

He was taken aback by her response, but more than eager to have her on board. “Well, pipes are usually a good place to look first.” he nodded over in the direction of the big, bulky water pipes. “Think you’re up for the challenge?” 

[garrettasher]

raveningwolves​:

“I asked if all the elevators were down, or just that one.” Misha nodded toward the elevator the man was working on in indication. He’d seen the maintenance worker around a few times by now and was a little more on edge around him, as he always was when someone looked like muscle, though two months without incident was starting to ease his paranoia. The guy didn’t look like the type who would run with his old crew, and he didn’t really think his cousin would plant someone on the staff for some kind of long game if he did actually find him. “I don’t want to call the other cab and have to watch you get electrocuted.”

“No worries,” he exclaimed with a small grin. “All the others are in working order, and I’m finishing this bad boy too. Give me about twenty minutes and it’ll be ready like new.” Garrett didn’t take much of a notice at the man’s demeanor, he seemed normal enough. “Oh, but wouldn’t that be a story to tell. Think about it,” he chuckled, “it would be a great ice breaker to meet someone down at the bar.”

[reqvicm]

WEDNESDAY, 29 JULY 2020. 23:15   ⁏   outside the lounge.  (   open to all !   )

     it was a rare occasion to spy camille anywhere other than front and centre stage of the lounge. if one were attempting to seek out the brunette, they would be sure to find her crooning soft and sultry notes into a microphone ; effortlessly capturing the attention of an audience with her performance. well, on most nights, that was the case. right now, however, the svelte female was stood outside ; seeking a tranquil atmosphere and solace in a dark corner. as a figure emerged from the shadows, camille resisted the urge to roll her eyes. plucking the cigarette from her lips, delicate fingertips keeping hold of it, she cast a fleeting glance toward the other. “ forgive me if i’m not in the most sociable of moods. i wasn’t expecting company. ” finally her curious gaze moved to fall upon their face, a defined eyebrow arching. “ here to blow off some steam? or to find a shoulder to cry on about your problems? if it’s the latter, i’m most definitely not your girl. ”

[garrettasher]

Garrett had another fifteen minutes to spare before being ordered around again by the boss man. He decided to get some fresh air; it was a much needed change of atmosphere. Being stuck inside the luxurioucs hotel wasn’t necessarily bad, but it was most definitely exhausting. He hadn’t noticed the woman at first, but shook his head at her assumptions. “None of the above, actually. At least not today. Just taking a break from reality for the next few minutes.” 

[perfectonempty]

garrett. 

Garrett proceeded his day as normally as he could, meanwhile his mind was going a hundred miles a hour. He was familiar with Hawthorne Tower and all the rumors; it was up to him to find a way to prove them to be true. Or, well, at least that’s the pressure he put on himself. This task wasn’t like any of the others, he needed to uncover the truth. As he was fixing the elevator in the hallway, he began to ponder of ways he could try to sneak into the office of Hawthorne himself. If there was anywhere he would hide something it would be there, right? The voice of someone behind him made him come back to reality. He turned around and gave a confused look. “Sorry, did you say something? I was kinda distracted.” 

trixie peyton went up to the man, garrett, fixing the elevator to see how things were coming along. she tried to remain on top of everything in case she had to make a special call in regards to it. she didn’t want them to put any of the guests out, not to mention they were supposed to always come across luxurious – she thought the repairs didn’t look that way. “it’s okay, i hope that means you’re almost finished. i just wanted to know if you could handle it or if i should look into getting someone to come and fix it.” 

[garrettasher]

Garrett shook his head, as he finished off with his repairs. “No need for all that, it works like it’s brand new again.” he offered her a smile, one which he believe he wouldn’t get in return, but he just wanted to break the ice. “If you have any more issues with anything else I’ll personally come back to take care of it.” he reassured her.

[garrettasher]

abramsbetty​:

GARRETT ASHER. 

It was another humid day in sunny Florida. It’s a welcomed scene for someone like Betty, as she never grew fond of being cold. Back in her hometown of Minnesota, she was constantly fighting the elements, enjoying the air but hating the chill. But, here she was, basking in the sunshine and swimming along sandy shores. It’s not long before she makes her way back to Hawthorne Tower, her place of residence for the time being. The energy there was certainly strange, you notice even upon taking one single step into the place. It was riddled with secrets, that much was obvious, mostly by the way most patrons avert their gaze quicker than anything, reluctant to be open in conversation and within their endeavors.

It’s why she’s happy to spark up some kind of conversation with someone. Anyone. Even while still clad in her swimsuit, sporting wet hair and damp skin. The handyman working the elevator will do. “Oh, I asked if I could paint you,” Betty says, recalling her previous statement that went unheard moments ago. She adjusts the strap of her tote bag against her slightly sunburn shoulder as she surveys the man before her, “I like the look here. You fixing the elevator and the light casting out by the window in the distance over there. It’s really nice. I’d add some color, though. You look like a sculpture.”

Garrett was honestly taken aback by her question, but also rather flattered. “You’re far too kind,” he suggested, placing his tools back in order in his kit. “I’m just a simple man doing my job; I’m no good as a muse,” he scrunched up his nose playfully, “I move around too much. I’ll just mess you up.”

[garrettasher]

viennaahawthorne​:

She smiled warmly, obviously flattered to be on this hypothetical list of his despite their history together. They both knew she probably didn’t deserve that. “Well, as long as I’m at the very top of it.” she joked in return, fluttering her lashes. With a half-shrug, she motioned over to the notebook laying on the floor next to her chair. “I planned on writing, but kind of got distracted by … Well, everything. It’s just such a beautiful day. ”She sighed and shook her head, settling her gaze on Garrett. “And you’re up here to fix something, I assume?”

Her smile melted his heart, but he kept his composure knowing all too well not to get overly excited. “You know you are,” he stated with a smirk. Her response to his question didn’t even surprise him, Vienna’s head was always up in the clouds. “Yeah, there’s a leak somewhere. Gotta find out what’s causing it. Doubt you’d wanna help me, right?” he joked. 

[garrettasher]

Garrett proceeded his day as normally as he could, meanwhile his mind was going a hundred miles a hour. He was familiar with Hawthorne Tower and all the rumors; it was up to him to find a way to prove them to be true. Or, well, at least that’s the pressure he put on himself. This task wasn’t like any of the others, he needed to uncover the truth. As he was fixing the elevator in the hallway, he began to ponder of ways he could try to sneak into the office of Hawthorne himself. If there was anywhere he would hide something it would be there, right? The voice of someone behind him made him come back to reality. He turned around and gave a confused look. “Sorry, did you say something? I was kinda distracted.” 

[viennaahawthorne]

garrettasher​:

Garrett had found himself on another mission for the hotel, this time he needed to fix a leak on the roof. It had been a busy day, but he knew he still had to keep an eye out for any suspious play. The longer he could stay at the hotel, the better. He happily agreed to fix it right up and headed there after hanging up with his boss. After he slammed the hatch shut he heard a familiar voice come from across the way. He looked over and instantly a smile played on his face. “I could say the same to you.”

She sat up immediately and pulled her sunglasses off, feeling silly for lounging around in the middle of the day when he was clearly working hard. Obviously he’d never hold that sort of thing against her because he was Garrett and too kind when she didn’t deserve it. But still, it was kind of embarrassing. “You’re not gonna tell on me, are you?” She pouted and stood up, taking a few steps toward him.”I just needed to clear my head for a while.”

[garrettasher]

His smile only grew as he saw how flustered she got. He shook his head as he walked closer to her. “I would never tattle,” he stopped until he was only a few feet away from her. “At least not on you, you’re on my good list.” he made a face at how lame that sounded and cleared his throat. “What are you doing here anyway?”

[viennaahawthorne]

Vienna’s eyes fluttered shut as she settled comfortably on the sun chair she kept on the roof. The off-limits area had become a sort of sanctuary for the woman. A little over a year ago, she started regularly going up there and had the pleasure of never running into another person. Which was a big deal considering how crowded the hotel was all the time. She was practically dozing off when she heard the roof hatch slam shut, causing her to jump. Sighing, but not moving or opening her eyes, she kept her voice steady. “You shouldn’t be up here.”

[garrettasher]

Garrett had found himself on another mission for the hotel, this time he needed to fix a leak on the roof. It had been a busy day, but he knew he still had to keep an eye out for any suspious play. The longer he could stay at the hotel, the better. He happily agreed to fix it right up and headed there after hanging up with his boss. After he slammed the hatch shut he heard a familiar voice come from across the way. He looked over and instantly a smile played on his face. “I could say the same to you.”

[johndaltcn]

STARTER FOR: Anyone / Open. LOCATION: Outside in the back of Hawthorne Tower. SETTING: Evening.

Smoke escapes her lungs and lingers through the end of July air, a muggy humidity consuming Mary. One hand reaches back to rub the hair at the back of her neck, right where subtle beads of sweat accumulate around her dark strands. She had hours of work to thank for her appearance, though Mary was never quite put together to begin with. Her outfits were always hideous, accompanied by a pair of inexpensive, beat up looking sneakers she purchased at a local secondhand shop. 

Either way, Mary has about an hour left within her shift but she decides to take a ten minute break just for the hell of it. Most were tucked into bed, basking in the clean linens that Mary slaved away on down in the laundry room this afternoon. Another slow drag of her cigarette is taken before she jumps, a door opening and closing by itself over in the distance. “Fucking shit,” The brunette mumbles, her hand reaching upwards to rest upon her clothed chest, “I’m starting to think this place is haunted. I heard a rumor someone died on the top floor in one of the penthouses. But the wacky old lady on the sixth floor told me that and I’m pretty sure she eats cardboard, so..I’m not sure if she’s a credible source.”

[garrettasher]

Garrett had just finished working on one of the guest’s ACs, and it was an understatement to say that weren’t completely thankful for his work. After having to deal with the that annoying couple, Garrett needed a smoke break. He ran outside, mumbling to himself about what a crappy day it had been. However, he stopped mid-mumble when he heard a girl’s voice in the distance. A laugh escaped him at the mention of the rumor. “Yeah, I heard that one too,” he didn’t mean to reply, it just sort of came out of him.

[hawthornerpg]

(CHRIS EVANS, CIS MALE, HE/HIM) ~ Have you seen (GARRETT ASHER) around Hawthorne? He is (34) year-old and has been employed as a (MAINTENANCE MAN) for (TWO MONTHS). He is a (LEO), so they can be (BOLD) & (COURAGEOUS), but also (IMPATIENT) & (PRIDEFUL). Rumor has it, he (IS ACTUALLY AN UNDERCOVER COP ON A CASE TO EXPOSE THE HOTEL.) (d, 25, she/her, EST)