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Nathaniel "Nate" Hale penned by Korrie @ charmingrp

[nate-hale]

FEATURING ANDREA SHAW

Location: Corner Cafe

With: Open

@charmingstarter​

Andrea had always been the first person to stand infront of the coffee place. She thought about getting a coffee machine in the house, but prompted against it, only because she knew she’d hardly get out and stay cramped up inside, never seeing the light of day. But now, she stood infront 20 minutes too early. “Crap.” She said, looking at the sign. She had two choices, either get back in her car and drive to some petrol station and pretend to be satisfied with coffee that was too bitter for something that hardly tasted of caffeine, or wait it out. She opted for the later version, and strolled to the nearest bench. “I can already tell how this day is going to be.” She said to no one in particular, before realising there actually was someone besides her. “Early riser or just sleep doesn’t get to you these days?” She hardly slept herself and coffee was definitely one of the few things that kept her alive and functioning. 

          Nate had been up for the past twenty-four. or so, hours. He’d only taken a single break from dealing with rowdy customers and making sure everything was in order at La Luna, and now that he was finally off, it was almost time to head over to Hale’s for some paperwork. So, to say coffee was of the essence, was an understatement. He could’ve had the coffee at Hale’s Diner, but honestly? He needed a shot, or five, of espresso, and the best in town were served at the Corner Cafe. When he had made it there and discovered it closed, he’d opted to stay and wait, sitting on a bench outside looking at the street, so empty it made Charming seem like a ghost town. When someone sat next to him on the bench, Nate looked towards the woman and nodded, “Tell me about it. Today’s going to be rough” He said with conviction, before looking back out on the street. “I just got off work and I’m heading to my second job now, so sleep just isn’t really an option” It was though, since he was his own boss, but Nate didn’t look at it that way. He needed to work to function  —  Sleep came second. 

[nate-hale]

FEATURING OPHELIA LAWSON

Location: Sweet Escapes

With: Anyone!

@charmingstarter​

“Be honest with me,” Lia said as she approached a customer. “Are these eerie eyeball pops too scary for children?” She said as she offered the customer one of them in case they’d either be willing to try it or just want to take a closer look. “They’re just chocolate cake balls but some of our amazing bakers in there are really getting into the Halloween spirit but I was just worried if it might be too much. I want kids to be spooked, sure, since it’s going to be Halloween and I really want them to get into the spirit of it since I used to love Halloween as a kid but I don’t want them to cry, you know?” Lia murmured as she made a face. “Should I just stick to the usual candy apples and semi-spooky but still cute cupcakes this year?”

          Stopping by Sweet Escapes was a habit of Nate's. Not only because they had some of the best baked goods in charming, but because with Lia and himself having quite opposite schedules at times, it was the only time he got to see his friend and business partner. When she approached him with an eyeball on a stick in hand, he cocked a brow, "Lia, why in the world are you asking me, of all people? You're the one raising a kid, remember? I'm the eternal bachelor. That's why we work so well. So unless you'd like to change your question to where you can buy the best sex toys within a hundred mile radius of Charming or where to take someone for a non-committal date... I'm adraid you're shit out of luck" He chuckled as he shook his head. He then grabbed the stick from Lia's hand and continued to pop the entire eyeball in his mouth in one bite. "They are delicious though, but that's to be expected. They were made in your bakery after all" He said after swallowing, clearly sucking up to his friend, as he placed an arm around her shoulders, "Now that I've got you..." Nate paused as he smiled a uniquely charming grin, batting his eyelashes slightly, to try and get in Lia's good graces, "Have you gone through my proposed changes at La Luna?" Always thinking about work, even when he wasn't officially on the clock, Nate waited for Lia's response while looking down towards her in the crook of his arm, continuing to smile his most charming, hoping it would have some effect..

[nate-hale]

FEATURING CELESTE MADDOX

Location: Hale’s Diner

With: Nathaniel Hale

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celeste made a point of trying to stop at hale’s at least once a week. mostly because it was a chance to see nate. plus they did have some of the best burgers. usually she would take the chance to catch up with nate if he was free. that day she really just wanted to talk with her old friend. things had been so confusing and a bit tense in town. it was a relief when she stepped into the diner to see that it was during one of the lulls. there were only one or two other people present. she didn’t think twice about approaching the counter where nate seemed to be doing some kind of paperwork,” i come bearing gifts,” she said in lieu of a greeting, holding up the pumpkin pie in her hands,” i figured you could either eat it or give it to your customers plus i am dying for a cheeseburger.” she set the pie down in front of her and let out a breath,” and i thought i’d come see how you are doing.” 

          Usually Nate divided his time between Hale’s and La Luna equally, but with everything that had gone down in town as of late, it seemed as though people were in extra need of comfort food  —  Something Nate understood completely, as his parents had taught him that whenever something big happens in Charming, people turn to Hale’s for breakfast, lunch and dinner  —  And with that hunger, people were streaming into Hale’s all day and night, causing Nate to spend more time there. Yes, of course there were lulls, but the income was through the roof these days. This is what was on Nate’s mind, as he hovered over the paperwork on the counter, trying to make sense of the numbers and his own scribbles. When hearing a friendly and familiar voice, he pushed his glasses (the ones he only wore when doing paperwork) up the bridge of his nose and a smile instantly appeared on his lips, “You, my friend... Are a sight for sore eyes” He chuckled before, grabbing the pie from her hands. “I’m probably going to eat this myself. If I remember correctly, your pumpkin pies are some of the best in town” He said with a wink. Placing the pie behind the counter, he then rounded it and reached out his arm for a hug, “A pie for a cheeseburger? Easy trade” A small chuckle escaped him, before he turned towards the window to the kitchen, “Ey-yo, make the lady a cheeseburger, will ya? Throw in some extra fries” He called out towards the chef, and nodded in appreciation when the he begun working almost instantly. “How I’m doing? Well, I’m here and I’m working, so I’d say I’m doing pretty good.” Nate was one of the types of people who thrived off work and being busy. “How about you, girlie? What’s been going on with you?”

[charmingrp]

NATHANIEL “NATE” HALE • 40 • OWNER OF HALE’S DINER & CO-OWNER OF LA LUNA

Gender: Cis male

Pronouns: He/him

Face Claim: Chris Evans

Length of stay in Charming: His entire life

Trigger warnings: Fire, death

+ charismatic, hard-working, courageous - crude, erratic, unrestrained

How do you feel about the Devil’s Disciples and the Wicked Wolves?

Nate smiles a uniquely charming grin, “Ah. I should’ve known you’d want to know about them” The man doesn’t let his smile falter as he continues speaking, “They’re some of the best customers who walk through the door at both the diner and La Luna, so I don’t really have a bad word to say” He shrugs one of his shoulders and continues to smile, not wanting an ounce of doubt to seep into the other’s mind. “They’re people like you and I and I’m a lover of people. Sure, some of them are troublemakers and some of them are criminals, but that doesn’t automatically make them bad people. I judge people by their actions, not by what path they’ve taken in life” Nate taps his knuckles against the table a few times and shrugs, “So far, nobody’s given me a reason to have any deep-set feelings of hatred towards them. So we’re good”

What’s the most important thing to you?

He chuckles and shakes his head, making it clear that the person asking knows nothing abut him. “Ask anyone in this town who has any idea about who I am and they’ll tell you the same thing. I don’t work to live, I live to work. So guess what my answer to your question is?” Nate tilts his head to the side, before answering for them “Work is the correct answer” He smiles a genuine smile, “The diner and La Luna are my number one priority right now. I do make time for friends and family every now and then, but when I’m not working, I’m mostly thinking about work” It’s true, his jobs are of utmost importance to him. He hasn’t had a steady girlfriend in years, his friends are those who understand that he won’t always make time for them but he’ll be there when it truly matters, and the family members he’s close to know he’s just trying to create a good life for himself.

What are you most scared of?

A lump begins forming in Nate’s throat at the question and he swallows repeatedly to try and get rid of it. He averts his gaze and his hand forms in a fist in his lap. “Fire, would be the simple answer” The words are spoken through gritted teeth, memories flipping through his mind and causing his stomach to turn. The family home catching fire when he was a kid. Trying to reach his brother through smoke and flames. The fireman getting to Nate and dragging him out. The fireman coming out a second time, holding a small body. The sirens, the crying, the funeral. The town talking about the tragic loss of Nicholas Hale. All of these memories come to mind, but he doesn’t say a word. He’s learned to deal with having lost his brother as a child, but it’s still not easy to relive the memories. A deep breath later, Nate unclenches his fist and comes back to the moment, looking the other in the eyes with a faint smile on his lips, “Any more questions?”

If you could have a million dollars right now, what would you do with it?

“Wow, a million dollars you say?” He nods at the idea of that much money in his pocket. After a moment of thinking, the most predictable answer comes from his lips, “The diner is old and definitely needs a remodel. I’d keep the base structure and the old school diner feel of the place, but I’d probably add an extension. I’d spend some money on La Luna, after talking to my businesspartner, of course. Some renovations here and there, nothing major” Nate shrugs again as he keeps thinking, “I would probably also take some of the money and put it towards buying some rare records, start a collection maybe? My brother used to collect them before… Y'know… And I’ve always thought it could be fun to buy some of the ones he had on his wishlist”

[nate-hale]

(From Celeste) [text] What’s gonna happen if I don’t show up?

[ NATE → CELESTE ]  I will hunt you down, and drag you there.

[ NATE → CELESTE ]  You wouldn’t want to abandon a friend in need right?

[ NATE → CELESTE ]  How about I strike you a deal? You show up, and you’ll get free fries for a month?

@cmaddox

[nate-hale]

Korrie here, back atcha again with my fifth muse bc I have no self control when it comes to muses  !  Below the cut is information about my workaholic mess, Mr. Nathaniel “Nate” Hale  !  I have not gotten around to writing this fool’s biography yet, so this intro will have to suffice for now  !  I’d love some plots for this dude so feel free to hmu here or on discord and let’s get plottin’  !  TW: Fire, death

BACKGROUND

Born and raised in Charming and rarely ever leaves the town. He’s very much a native who has so much love for the town. 

When Nate was nine, the Hale family home caught fire with him and his little brother inside. 

Nate made it out with help from a kind fireman, while his younger brother, Nicholas, did not. 

The loss of his brother, shaped Nate in some ways. 

After the fire, Nate retracted into himself, and barely spoke for a couple of years. 

As he got older he begun coming out of his shell again, although the fire and the loss of his brother still haunted him. Nate decided not to let it take over his life, and instead poured himself into working at the family diner. 

As his parents got older, they decided to hand the diner over to Nathaniel, who had been taught everything about the business from them, and move away from Charming to get away from Nick’s memory everywhere. 

After Nate took over, he spent every waking hour at the diner, the remaining hours he spent at his family’s house, which he still hasn’t cleared out since they moved to Florida and left the rest of their things to him.

Has always been close to the people in Charming, and will do a lot to help people out if they need it. 

One of these people was the previous owner of La Luna. As he got older he didn’t have any children interested in taking over, and didn’t want to give up his dream, so he kept working until Nate and his friend and future business partner, Ophelia Lawson, showed interest in taking over the bar. 

They eventually bought the bar from the previous owner, and have a clear vision of what they want. Nate’s mostly up front with the customers, doing late nights, while Ophelia makes sure their books are taken care of and bills paid. They’re a team and it works.

He now works two jobs, and constantly gets too little sleep. He pours his heart and soul into his businesses, bc if he doesn’t he’ll start overthinking every situation. Wondering how Nick would have been as an adult, how he would have acted. 

PERSONALITY

So loving and kind most of the time, but will mess you up if you fuck with his businesses.

Charming and charismatic, very much a people person.

Can sometimes be a little rough around the edges. Bc despite loving people and being around them, he sometimes forgets his manners due to passion. 

Has nothing against the Wolves or the Disciples as long as they treat his businesses with respect. 

Is so fuckin’ scared of fire, in any form. Won’t go if there’s a bonfire, campfire or even a working fireplace being used. Can handle lighters and matches, but only if used with proper care. 

Wants to start collecting rare records, because they always remind him of his brother, since he had a collection that perished in the fire. 

The reason he so rarely leaves town is bc he doesn’t want to be too far away from his brother for too long.

CONNECTIONS

FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS  —  Someone who doesn’t take their relationship too seriously, because Nate mostly works. So them meeting up would have to be very spontaneous. 

FREQUENT CUSTOMERS  —  Either at the diner or La Luna. Someone Nate only talks to while working, but rarely outside of work. 

CHILDHOOD FRIENDS  —  Someone who’s lived in Charming for a long time, or used to live there and has come back. This person / these people would know about his struggles with talking after his brother’s passing.

EX GIRLFRIEND  —  This would have to have been a while ago, because Nate hasn’t had a girlfriend in at least four years. Whether or not it ended on a good note or not, can be plotted.

SOMEONE TO GUIDE HIM  —  Someone older, who will tell him to ease up and work less. To enjoy life and all that. 

SOMEONE HE GUIDES  —  Someone younger and less serious, who Nate talks to about getting their shit together. In a nice way ofc.

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