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i am always bored and always feel kinda bad can't seem to get no sleep at night

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paige‌:

“No? Well then I guess it’ll just give me an excuse to come back then, won’t it?” Paige was sure they had a cheesy grin on their face the moment Lex spoke, their head still spinning from the kiss. And when Lex kissed them again, Paige didn’t hesitate to pull them closer, wanting the moment to last as long as possible. “Yeah, we both should’ve stopped being idiots,” they teased, kissing Lex’s cheek before glancing at the break room. “I’m sure she’ll survive,” they teased as they gave Lex’s hand a squeeze and happily followed them to their office. When the door was closed, they leaned back against Lex’s desk and pulled them closer by the hips. “I haven’t been able to stop thinking about you,” they admitted, fingers brushing up Lex’s stomach as their eyes met. “You know how to leave an impression. I’m still not totally convinced you don’t go around using your nintendo switch to pickup women,” they teased, biting their lip as they eyes dragged up Lex’s torso to meet their eyes. “Fuck, you’re beautiful,” they said softly before reaching up to cup Lex’s cheeks again and pull them down for another kiss, this time more deeply as their arms draped over their shoulders and pulled them in close.

“Guess so. Can’t let you off the hook without a dog after that.” Lex carried on, all faux seriousness for a beat. She couldn’t help but break when Paige called them idiots, though, her laugh rumbling between them. “Hey, we’re here now, right? We’re not that stupid. Me, maybe - I was still waiting for an invite.” Lex chuckled, all smiles as Paige teased, lips brushing against their cheek. “Nah, Mario Kart’s not as hot as you’d think,” they joked, pausing here and there to let their hands roam. A few papers slid off the desk, but Lex paid them no mind, suddenly a much bigger fan of the annoying office. “Still can’t believe it got you all the way here, but - I’m not complaining.” Lex grinned, muttering on as they were pulled forward, hips canting into Paige’s. “Coming from you...” their words trailed off distractedly, lips preoccupied with deepening the kiss. They looped their arms around Paige's waist, fingers pressing at the small of their back as their tongu darted forward. “Give me a run for my money, though. Smart, hot, and a damn good kisser.” Lex whispered as they pulled away for a moment, nipping at Paige’s lips. 

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paige‌:

There were few things that Paige truly regretted in life but for the past week and a half all they could do was think about how absolutely fucking stupid they felt when it came to Lex. They had relayed the whole night to Hayat and Gabe and yet they still felt like an idiot. A cheek kiss. They had gone in for a cheek kiss. Paige couldn’t believe they had actually been so nervous they kissed their cheek when in the past they had told people to their face they wanted to fuck them. It had gotten to the point that they knew they had to set things right and make up for being such a flake. 

So that was why Paige was walking down the street with pure determination, swinging open the door to the pet hotel as they spotted Lex behind the counter. They were grateful that the only customer there had just walked out and before Lex could say much, they stepped forward and cupped Lex’s cheeks, pulling them in for the type of kiss they would definitely be thinking about for a while. Paige put as much as they could into it, pulling back out of breath as they looked at them. “I should have done that the other night,” they breathed out, realizing they were now standing there a little awkwardly. “Also hi, I think I changed my mind about getting a dog.”

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Lex was very busy, in the middle of groaning at a stack of paperwork that had to be finished that afternoon. The grousing usually took at least half an hour, and they were going over some of the forms at their receptionist’s desk while she was off making copies. It was there that Paige found them, and if a handful of boring invoices were scattered on the floor, they really couldn't’ care less. Lex pretended not to hear the sound of the receptionist’s heels as she walked into the room - then promptly spun on her heel and went right on back to the break room. She deserved a raise. Lex hardly had a chance to respond for a moment, and when they did kiss back eagerly, it seemed to end before they wanted it to. 

The comment about a dog was so absurd, they couldn’t help but respond. “You sure about that?”  Lex asked, a slightly dazed look on their face as they turned their head toward the back. “We don’t have any on site right now, it’s not an adoption day-” They laughed, shook their head and leaned in to kiss Paige soundly, a crooked smile on their face as they pulled away. “I should've done that the other night,” they added, taking some responsibility for also not making a move. “Hey, we’re caught up to what we didn’t do, now.” Lex chuckled and took their hand. “Not that I don’t wanna make out with you up here, but my receptionist’s got to do her job,” She joked, gesturing toward the back. “My office?” 

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jensen‌:

“How can I get that he is a dog from a snack? I didn’t even know there was a such thing called scooby snacks. If I had heard that, I would feel more like Scooby was a chef, rather than a dog.” Jensen shrugged. Jensen didn’t grow up in North America didn’t help this conversation as well. His tough busy military household left him blind to any type of pop culture in the 80s and 90s. 

“They’re dog treats - the box has a dog...” Lex trailed off into an incredulous laugh. “A chef? Why would a chef be a mascot for - nevermind. It’s good. If you don’t know who he is you can just say it looks like him.” They chuckled and looked back to a blank page. “Any cartoons you do know?” 

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killian‌:

Killian was reading a book, and drinking a latte, waiting for someone to show up, when the person next to him held up a picture they had clearly drawn. He quirked an eyebrow when he took a look, squinting his eyes “If you were going for an avant garde Scooby Doo, then yes, absolutely.”

“Nice,” Lex widened her eyes dramatically, as if his comment was serious. “Think I can sell it? Put it in a museum?” They chuckled and flipped to an empty page, picked up their pencil pointedly. “Should I do Snoopy next?” 

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jensen‌:

“I know that it’s brown with an odd looking jaw, but really, I’m not really want to envision that sort of thing. Also, the premise of the show is pretty famous. I thought Scoody Doo was one of the humans for the longest time, until my brother corrected me.”

“What do you mean, ‘envision’? You don’t like to think about cartoons?” Lex wasn’t sure if he was just fucking with them, but they didn’t get the joke. “The premise is that he’s Scooby Doo, though...and Scooby snacks? How’d you think he was a human?” 

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jensen‌:

“If you’re taking about the cartoon dog, I don’t have much experience with it. Therefore, I couldn’t tell you.” 

“You know he’s a cartoon dog but you don’t know what he looks like?” Lex narrowed their eyes at him, confused and skeptical. 

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jordan‌:

Once again, Lex was right and the whole performance was pretty damn amazing. It wasn’t perfect but it was a great start and he felt like he had given it all he had. The crowd had responded and he had felt all the love, no matter how temporary. But it was clear he had caught some attention and he felt like he was taking concrete steps towards an actual past. After being lost for so long, things were starting to fall into place and he couldn’t have been happier about it. When he spotted Lex after his set, he practically ran towards them, running into their arms as they jumped up. “Holy shit!!! That was fucking amazing!”

Lex wasn’t surprised that the show had gone well -they knew what Jordan was capable of, and it was exhilarating to see people respond to it and hear what they did. They laughed heartily when he ran forward, wrapping their arms around him without hesitation. “Right? The crowd loved you, man!” With a grunt, they lifted Jordan a few inches off the ground, squeezing his shoulders with a laugh before lowering him. “I told you! Did you hear that? I knew you’d kill it, Jordan. How do you feel, man? You hungry? Let’s celebrate, we’ve got to get drinks!”

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jen‌:

“Scooby Doo?” She laughed a little before squinting at the page and then closing one eye. “Okay well if you look at it like this….” She motioned and grinned. “Then yes.”

Lex didn’t take offense to the laugh - they knew they weren’t an artist. With a grin, she moved to look at it at the same angle. “Huh...you’re right. Maybe I should hold the paper like that next time.” They joked. “Is this what they’d call abstract?” 

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genevieve‌:

“Not to totally rip on your drawing skills or anything, but it kinda looks like snoopy with cheekbones.” Genevieve admits with a smirk as she sits down across from them. “Sorry I’m a little late, I had a wardrobe malfunction before I left the house. All is well now. Did you order without me yet?”

“What? How’d you get Snoopy?” Lex knew they weren’t an artist, but that was out of left field. They turned the page and tilted their head at it. “Wardrobe malfunction? Damn, what happened?” Their eyes came back to Genevieve, with a curious smile.  “Nah, I was just working on my skills while I waited,” they joked, chuckling as they tucked the notebook away. “What’re you getting?” 

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paige‌:

“I mean not bad as in dogs are bad but bad as in my life can be busy, I don’t want to subject a dog to my shitty schedule. Maybe when life is a little less crazy or maybe when I retire,” they joked. “I mean I won’t say not to that invite. Something tells me you standing next to those pups almost gives them a run for there money in the cuteness category. That must be the real reason your hotel does so well.” Paige knew they were laying it on thick but now that they also knew what it was like to see Lex blush, they definitely wanted to see it again. And it wasn’t like what they were saying wasn’t true. “Is it a mind game if it’s true?” They raised an eyebrow and found themselves smiling when Lex called them pretty, sure their own blush would appear anytime soon. “You’re damn right they’re fighting words, I don’t back down easily,” they teased, laughing at Lex’s reaction. “Well then bring it on.” They smiled at the waitress before looking back at the game. “Not anymore, or well..I do sometimes. Here and there. Not as much as I used to, though. I started off as a reporter, so I really miss writing. I’m quite good at it,” they admitted with a soft laugh as the game loaded. “How’d you end up owning a dog hotel?”

“Nah, I get it. Cats, though? I heard they work for that kinda life. If you’re a cat person.” Lex grinned, fond of pretty much every animal out there. “Yeah, I bet it’s got nothing to do with our awesome groomers. Just me, smelling like a wet dog and smiling at pretty people.” They retorted, faux sarcasm in their tone. It was playful, and their cheeks were heating again at the pointed compliments. “If you don’t want to go home with a box of puppies, you should watch yourself, I’m this close to showing up at your door with the cutest ones they’ve got.” With a shake of her head, Lex barely stifled their smile. “If you think it’s true, I guess not. Can’t argue with that. Doesn’t mean you’re not using it to your advantage, though. With that and the way you’re using your face to throw me off? Cheating.” They leaned into Paige’s side then, not enough to mess up their game, but a comfortable lean. “Well, let’s go then, two for two - then three for three. You’re gonna regret those words.” There was a chuckle on their lips as Lex grabbed the seasoning salt, pouring a healthy (or unhealthy) amount on the fries. “Mm...what kinda stuff did you like writing? You can’t...give yourself articles, or something?” She chewed on a fry absentmindedly, wiped her fingers on a napkin before grabbing for the control again. “Long story, but - my boss at the other hotel had a friend, she was selling the place, he said I’d be good for it, and-” Lex gestured vaguely with the controller. “Here I am. It’s kinda like a chain, but there’s only two spots, so. Not yet. There’s plans, though, if I do good with this one.”

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The tip of Lex’s tongue peeked out as they sat at the cafe table and scribbled in a notebook out of boredom. With a grin, they turned to their side and held up some messed up approximation of a dog, outlined on the page. “Does this look like Scooby Doo to you?” 

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draya‌:

Draya’s lips were already bent in a small smile when mentioning going on a date, but it stretched a bit when the other person responded to her. Hearing their answer and follow-up question, she nodded, “I think so. We’re going to dinner and from my understanding, the dress of the place is relatively casual. But this is a first date for me and this person, so… I still wanna look a little nice, y’know?”

Lex noted the reaction to their question and they couldn’t help the smile that reflected on their own face. “If it’s casual you at least don’t need anything fancy?” They started, hands in their pockets. “Honestly though? Your face gives it away - you kinda look like you want to get something new.” Lex grinned, hoping they weren’t putting her on the spot for pointing it out. “If it’s a first date, doesn't hurt to get something that’ll make you feel good and start on the right foot. Do you feel more confident in new outfits?” 

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jordan‌:

Jordan wrapped his arms around them more tightly than he usually would, finding that he needed that physical source of comfort and there were few people he leaned on the way he leaned on Lex. Few people he trusted the way he trusted them. He nodded as he pulled away and took a deep breath. “I got this, I totally got this. You’re gonna be right there, right? Dancing and everything? I want to be able to see you right up front.”

“You know I am, I'll be right in the front. You’re gonna regret inviting me,” They joked, laughing their way through a nod. “I’ll be yelling and dancing, don’t worry. If anybody’s out there looking dead I’ll get ‘em moving.” Lex highly doubted that anyone wouldn’t enjoy the set, but still. “Hey, you’re gonna be up there for a reason, yeah? They hired you, they know you’ve got talent, man. These people are gonna love you, too.” They squeezed his shoulder lightly, reassuring. “And you’re gonna be so into it once you’re up there you’ll forget about being nervous, right?” 

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drayacarlson‌:

Draya was standing in front of a dress boutique contemplating whether or not she should go in and shop. Sure, it wouldn’t hurt to look about, but she was debating whether or not to actually plan on buying something new. She considered checking out Sophie’s app but wasn’t sure if she would get something in time were she to get something new. Her eyes drifted from one mannequin to the next in the glass in front of her before asking the person nearby, “Hypothetically speaking…say you had something of a… a date. Would you buy something new or just spruce up something you already own?”

Lex was in the middle of locking up their bike when the question was directed their way. They thought on it for a second, eyes drifting to the window to see what she was looking at. “Depends on the date,” they started, pocketing the keys to their bike lock. “If you’re thinking of getting a whole dress from this place, though? Sounds like a new outfit date.” Lex shrugged. “Is it a chill date, though?" they added, hoping to be at least a bit helpful.

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diamondxharvard-carey‌:

She would have taken offense at being told to chill, but upon seeing Lex’s defensive stance, Diamond let it go. After all, she knew crazy she was acting at the moment. In any case, she wasn’t usually one to snap at her friends in anger - it just wasn’t her thing. She rarely got mad as it was, but enough to snap? Only her older brother could push her buttons to make her loose her temper that bad. Her anxiety was irrational, she knew, and so she tried to take Lex’s advise and chill, and it made it a little easier when she heard their reason for not showing up at the Tin Shed earlier, or why they hadn’t called. Diamond gave a small nod, feeling a little sheepish at her reaction, and even a bit guilty for making Lex feel bad. “Yeah, I’m good. Sorry for overreacting - I can’t help it, sometimes, but I know it probably makes no sense to you…Of course, we can still eat, if you want.”

“You’re not overreacting, though. I didn’t call or text you, I could’ve been dead or something.” Lex shook their head, not willing to shirk the blame. It was common courtesy to let people know if they were going to be late, after all. “I wont promise it won’t happen again, ‘cause I really don’t know if it’ll happen again.” Lex sighed, the guilt still pulling their lips into a frown. “I get it, okay? No worries. I’ll ask the receptionist to remind me, next time. She knows I get sidetracked.” The chuckled at that, tried to ease some of the tension. “Yeah, I’m starving - I haven’t eaten since breakfast. The dog food was looking good,” Lex joked, grabbing one of the menus. “You gonna be okay to eat? Sorry I freaked you out.”

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cecily--lightwood‌:

Cecily smiled and laughed, “Oh yea that’s true.” she smiled over at Lex. “Well thank you” she said to the compliment. “It is a little obvious, I like to give the side characters a chance.” she said with a laugh. “Oh I was supposed to be lesson planning.” she said with a small sigh. “It’s just so boring.” she said with a laugh. 

“That’s cool - they need some love too, right?” There was something endearing about that, and Lex gave them a bright grin of support. “Lesson planning? You’re a teacher, then?” They chuckled at her admission, well aware of the boring side of work. “That boring, huh? What do you teach, that it’s not any fun?”