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Hunter Clarington. 29. ▸ Chicago Native ▸ New Yorker at heart ▸ Retired bar royalty ▸ NYU's oldest (read: hottest) freshman

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[TEXT] GUESS WHOSE GOT A GIRLFRIEND?

APPROX NINE YEARS LATER 

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HARPER: GUESS WHOSE GOT A GIRLFRIEND?

HUNTER: I want SO badly to be a smart ass right now, but I can feel you radiating sunshine from my apartment.

HUNTER: So you're making an honest woman outta Clifton, huh? Proud of you, kid. I'll be sure to remind her I move much quicker than her these days if she tries anything.

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F2F ▸ HUNTLEX

The subway screeched to a half and Hunter rolled her eyes as people battled to be the first out of the car.  She stepped off onto the platform and turned to face her companion for the night, Alex.  Honestly, she was one of the last people Hunter expected to be spending her Saturday night with.  The once bartender wasn’t completely unconvinced the musician wasn’t using this as an opportunity to take her to and underground fight club instead just to get a few free shots in.  It wasn’t like Hunter didn’t deserve it.  They walked up the stairs and up onto the busy New York street, while Hunter recognized where they were she had no idea where they were off to.  “Alright, I’m at your whim, Alex.  Where are we off to?”

@sirasslex

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HARPER: Aww, there's that big sister soft side of yours.

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HARPER: Okay, fine. I see your point. You can do the media tour, but I'm taking over America's Most Wanted. America will be so taken by me I'll have no other choice.

HARPER: Oh no, we'll be in town. I just have no intention of letting this date last only a day. There's a whole weekend ahead. Speaking of, you got any plans?

HUNTER: Yeah, yeah. Just don't go around telling everybody.

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HUNTER: You say stuff like that and I'm just like "Who raised you?" And then I'm like "Oh right, me. Makes sense."

HUNTER: Okay, we're stoping there before we reach TMI territory. I think Alex is gonna take me on a little pub crawl to find some good music.

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sirasslex‌:

Well, you’re talkin’ to the right guy. But it’d be easier to show you than direct you. Some of the places are pretty well hidden, the kinda place you stumble upon during a pub crawl. So, if you’re up for a companion, I’ll take ya ‘round.

I was working on some music, thank you very much, and helping some kid with their film project. I was into it, so it took precedence over other things. I didn’t go out for like, six months.

You got my attention.  I’d be down for some company, play your cards right and the first round will be on me. 

Right on.  What kinda music were you working on?  Am I gonna catch you at a couple open mics or what?  

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haleyface‌:

WAIT REALLY that sounds so cool. I had to have him tell me it was a trumpet bc I don’t follow music, but I think it’s pretty cool. You’re asking some grade-triple A questions tbh. Idk if he takes requests?? He might, I know one time he started playing the Harry Potter theme song while I was marathoning so we can see. He’s got a lil’ shitzu poodle named Buns who likes to steal my water bottles when I’m not looking. Like he’s cute, but beware of Buns.

I was in marching band, so I don’t know how much that’ll effect the cool factor, but I’d be lying if it said it wasn’t a lot of fun.  Buns sounds like a little menace.  I like ‘em already!  That’s my kind of dog.

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samerystargaryen‌:

….You know, they never told me that there was a rule for not making the children cry, but I’m pretty sure it’s one of those unwritten ones that everyone follows anyway!

How boring.  You should be more like my college professors.  I’ve seen like three people spontaneously break into tears this week alone.  Are there any other unwritten teacher rules?  

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sirasslex‌:

Might wanna hit the underground bars. They’ll sometimes have live music. What’s good, Clarington?

Got any suggestions?  Most of the spots I go to are more on the jazzy side and I’m in the mood for a little rock n roll.  You tell me  How’s that rock you were living under?

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HARPER: I'm starting to get the feeling that you like Cliffton, nuts or not.

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HARPER: Lifetime, really? I was hoping for A&E. I guess it's acceptable. They'll probably delve way too far into our mommy and daddy issues, you know, for the middle aged mom tears.

HARPER: *Date weekend. As if I'd let her go after just a night. That being said, my lips are sealed. Would you have time to go tomorrow late morning-ish?

HUNTER: She makes you happy and seems like she's got a good head on her shoulders. That's all I can ask for.

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HUNTER: Just think of the rating though? I'll let A&E do the docuseries. I gotta milk this for all it's worth.

HUNTER: Weekend? Are you leaving town? I'm just saying if she tries anything she's pretty easy to catch and I plan on living up to my name.

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haleyface‌:

The guy who lives two doors down from me practices the tuba every night from 9-9:30. I think he’s pretty good. He also lets me pet his dog every time I see him tho, so that might explain that.

I played trumpet for years.  I got nothing but respect for the brass family.  Does he take requests?  What kinda dog?  These are the important questions here. 

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samerystargaryen‌:

I think the school choir is practicing for their fall program till 8. It’s not the formal show yet, but they let parents and stuff sit in the back and listen if you’re quiet. 

Do they take constructive criticism well?  ‘Cause if they’re not up to Warblette standards I might have to let them know.  

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HARPER: You're terrible at this whole bluffing thing, just so you know.

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HARPER: Surprise! I know you must be disappointed, you spent so much time encouraging me to become Scrat from Ice Age.

HARPER: I hereby give you permission to the rights of my life story if it ends up being a body.

HARPER: Since when have I ever turned you down for a shopping trip? You're on.

HUNTER: I still gotta look into those improv classes.

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HUNTER: I'll sell the rights to the highest bidder. I'm hoping it's Lifetime. The Claringtons are Lifetime movie material.

HUNTER: I've always hated shopping for myself, but I'll never miss an opportunity to spoil you rotten. Tell anybody I said that and I'll find a way to ruin your date night!

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Post battle of the bands depression is real, ladies.  I feel like I gotta be around some more live music ASAP.  So, New York, tell me where’s the best kept secret to catch a live show on short notice?  

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HARPER: I mean, she's got a bionic knee. Good luck shooting her.

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HARPER: I hate to break it to you but the lack of nuts was definitely one of the reasons I was attracted to her.

HARPER: The real dilemma here is what do I wear? Because she's seen me in everything I own and we're meeting at her old place because she's gotta get some stuff out? SOS.

HUNTER: Maybe she wants two.

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HUNTER: Oh so that's what you're coming out party was all about? You not liking nuts?

HUNTER: Get some stuff out? Like feelings or a body? Never mind don't answer I know you'd be into it either way.

HUNTER: You've come to the wrong person for fashion advice but I'd be game to play the good sister card and take you shopping.

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TEXT: You need to get your bedhead ass out of bed right now because I have A DATE tomorrow!!

I’M ALREADY SORRY

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HARPER: You need to get your bedhead ass out of bed right now because I have A DATE tomorrow!!

HUNTER: Hey Siri how quickly can I get a shotgun in the state of New York?

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HUNTER: Kidding. So, Cliffton finally nutted up?

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TEXTS || BLUNTER

BLAIR: Pretty please?

BLAIR: There's a choice three. One of them you're close to.

BLAIR: Oh? And what are my plans for tomorrow?

HUNTER: Fine.

HUNTER: What was choice three?

HUNTER: You're getting lunch with me and telling me all about your time as a pirate.