Riley

36 Husband, son, brother, chef, dog dad

[rileyjelliot]

Riley Joseph Elliot, 35 years old. Brother, son, husband, dog dad. Lover of food, sports, travel, and dogs. Little brother to Georgia, big brother to Hudson, Corinne, and Remington. Professional Chef

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full name: Riley Joseph Elliot

nicknames: Riley, Ry, RJ

gender: cis-man

pronouns: He/Him/His

Sexuality: Heterosexual

Relationship status: Married to Ruby Elliot

age: 36

Date of birth: 06/08/1989

zodiac sign:

residence: Downtown

occupation: Executive Chef at Neptune Oyster

arrival to Kismet Harbor: January 2025

biography: 

Riley Joseph Elliot was born to Michelle and Richard Elliot on a balmy June evening. Joining big sister Georgia, Riley was loved from the very beginning. 

As a child there were times where he didn't feel right, and he went through a time where the doctors didn't know what was wrong. But at the age of 11, he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. 

From a young age, he was known to help out, joining Georgia in the kitchen to help cook for his other siblings. Even as a child Riley loved how one could bring different ingredients together to make a meal. 

Being the second born, he always liked to help out as much as he could with his younger siblings. 

In school he earned decent grades, grades good enough to earn a spot towards the tops of his classes. 

In middle school he met Ruby, someone who he instantly had developed a crush on. By eighth grade they were inseparable, and started dating shortly after.

He was 16 and she was 15 when she became pregnant, a joy shared between them. His parents were supportive as were his siblings, however it was a different story for her parents. 

After their daughter Willow was born, neither he nor Ruby were able to hold her before she was whisked away. 

The pain was shared between the two of them, and he dove headfirst into work determined to make enough money to support himself, Ruby and try to get their daughter back. 

But it didn't work out, and he made it into the Culinary Institute of America in NYC on a scholarship. But as he moved to NYC and Ruby moved elsewhere for college, their perfect little bubble popped and they drifted apart 

From there he traveled Europe, settling in France learning besides the best chefs in the best restaurants, earning a name for himself. While there he met a fellow American living in France and they fell in love 

They got married and would visit Kismet from time to time, checking in on his family. Though he absolutely kept in touch while overseas, never going more than a day without video chatting his family. 

The strain of his marriage came to a head when he wouldn't budge about having kids. The final straw coming last year when he filed for divorce.

Now in 2025, he's moved back to Kismet in January and he's signed all the divorce papers looking to start his life over back home. 

[rileyjelliot]

@rubyelliot

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OFF CAMPUS 01.06, The Breakaway

[rileyjelliot]

@rubyelliot

[rubyelliot]

"Well, it's going to be fall, almost winter there. So I would pack some warm clothes." Unlike their last trip, where they needed extra layers, this one was not so much. "The weather during the day should be mild. But like there, it can get pretty cold at night." Ruby gratefully took the carry-on bag she had been looking for from him. For her, it was easier to pack everything that she didn't need right away now. That way, the night before, she wasn't as stressed packing what was left. I'm going to make sure we have a full checklist too for the night before you leave to meet me in New York." Ruby was excited, she was excited to be back in New York, she was excited to go on their honeymoon, finally, and have that moment with her husband. "I am thinking just the one big one. Ideally, I would love it if we could get all our stuff into one big suitcase. That way, we have less of a chance of losing our luggage." @rileyjelliot

[rileyjelliot]

"Wait really? I always thought it was hot and desert like," he replied, looking at her, leaning forward on the island counter. "I started picking out some clothes at least for when we go on the actual safari," he had a running list in his head about what he wanted to bring. Having done loads of laundry to make sure he had specific clothes he wanted to bring, he had set those aside in the meantime. "Cold at night, got it," he gave a nod after handing her the bag, following behind her, "I figure the stuff I wear in New York will probably be different than what I wear in Africa. And sounds good, I'll go through that checklist before I leave, I'll even FaceTime you when I do." That way they can both make sure everything was checked off and ready to go, not leaving any stone unturned. "One suitcase between the two of us? Babe, we both know that probably won't work. Plus if we bring one and the airlines lose that one, we're both going to be shit out of luck." @rubyelliot

[rileyjelliot]

Who: @remingtonelliot and Riley

Where: Riley and Ruby's house

When: June 2026

"Okay so we've got every streaming service under the sun," he took the remote and turned the TV on before looking at his sister. "And we have almost every candy known to man," he looked at the stash on the coffee table before them before looking at both dogs and wagging a finger at the them to behave. Having his baby sister over was something he liked to do as often as he could, something he and Georgia both took to heart was to take care of their siblings. Remi, being the youngest just so happened to fall under the category of who to take the most care of. Riley definitely took his brother duties very seriously, having a dynamic with each of his siblings, and cherishing each relationship he had with them.

[hudsonxelliot]

"I'm not worried about not having the village." Hudson chuckled softly, shaking his head at his brother. "We've been a village for our entire lives, I know that's not going to change now." They were the type of family that stuck together, through thick and through thin. "You're feeling awfully sentimental tonight, huh, bud?" It's not that it was unusual for them, to some degree. "Something else on your mind or just showing some much needed appreciation for your younger brother?" @rileyjelliot

[rileyjelliot]

"Good," the smile on his face grew into a wider grin, glad to know that his brother knew he'd be there for him no matter what. "Touche between all of us Elliot kids at least, and we do show up for one another," during the good, the bad, the ugly, they all showed for one another. That was one thing he had missed while living out of town, was the support of his brother and sisters. And one thing that made the move back home so much easier. Well and running into Ruby. At his brother's words, he was caught off guard and choked on his own breath, though the last few months had showcased how being sentimental wasn't a bad thing. Shaking his head, "no no nothing," he waved his hands in front of his face at the same time. "I guess I'm just really happy to be an uncle again. Like I never wanted kids after what had happened with Felicity, but having a new baby in the family is really exciting." @hudsonxelliot

[rubyelliot]

Ruby had already started putting aside things that she wanted to pack and bring with her. She was someone who liked to pack ahead of time, so that it would be less stressful for the days leading up to their departure. "Thanks, babe. I think that we will only need the bigger suitcases. " Ruby looked at all of the suitcases laid out before her and laughed because she didn't remember having this many to begin with. "What did they multiply in the closet or something?" Two of them were hers, but she was unsure about the other. "Did you find my smaller carry-on bag? It's round. brown leather. I wanted to start packing that too." This was their honeymoon, so Ruby wanted to make sure that everything was perfect and that they didn't forget. anything. @rileyjelliot

[rileyjelliot]

With the hum of the dishwasher revving to life, Riley put the dish towel he had hanging on this shoulder back on its hook. "Thats what I was thinking too, but wasn't sure if we wanted any smaller ones too," he lifted a shoulder and looked at them before looking at his wife. "Hmm good question," he laughed, biting his tongue and refraining from adding in a crude joke, "I don't remember having this many and I dont think I've bought any." His eyebrows threaded together before nodding, "yeah it's right here," he went over to it and picked it up to hand to her. "How many bags were thinking? I don't think I need more than this one," he put his hand on his big suitcase, a dark blue one that was relatively nice in size. @rubyelliot

[rileyjelliot]

Who: @monetrousseau and Riley

Where: Riley and Ruby's house

When: May 2026

When he wasn't working, Riley liked to keep himself busy. Whether that was working out and staying active or working on a project, one that either he was interested in or that Ruby asked him to do. Today he was tackling on making a fire pit in their bsckyard, and adding some chairs so during the cooler nights they could utilize the space. As he heard the doorbell, he completely forgot he had asked for Monet's help with picking things out, the color scheme and everything. So he had a few samples laying around and went to answer the door, holding said samples in his hand. "Hey!" He replied, both Casper and Lucy coming to greet the visitor, "I sent Ruby out for the day so we can get this finished."

[georgiaelliot]

Georgia took a deep breath. "I'm okay with doing things myself." She always had been. She chose this for herself and there was no regret about it. She loved being the oldest of the Elliots. She loved being able to take care of her siblings. "I'm not saying it's a bad thing, Riley. I'm just saying that you do this, too, just as much as I do it." There was nothing wrong with them taking care of their younger siblings. She just didn't want Riley to have to worry about her. Or anyone in her family for that matter. Looking at her brother as he got tears in his eyes too, she sighed and reached out to touch his arm as well. "I know you do. And I know you haven't taken it for granted." She rubbed his arm. "I missed out on stuff, too, when I was gone." But she tried to be there for her siblings and would fly out anywhere for them. "I just want you guys to live a happy life." @rileyjelliot

[rileyjelliot]

He cleared his throat and averted his attention from his sister, he didn't turn back to the task at hand but merely couldn't face her. "But you don't have to," he couldn't understand it, why she would never let him help her, or their other siblings however he himself also had a hard time accepting help. But it didn't feel the same to him, and sometimes he wondered if his brother and other sisters felt the same way. "Okay but this is different, I help them yeah but I don't feel like I never let them help me," he then looked at her again, "sometimes I wonder if it's that you just don't want my help." After everything he had been through, with him moving overseas, and then with his divorce and the implications. He always wondered if it was just a him thing. As she touched his arm, he looked at it and then away, sniffling and blinking trying to force the tears back into their ducts. That lump was like a boulder in his throat, all the emotions he stuffed down threatening to spill out. "But you at least tried to be there for everyone, I just.... Wasn't," he then looked at her. "We do, and Georgia that really is because of you. And yeah mom and dad but who else can say they grew up with the best big sister in the world? Other than me, Hudson, Corinne and Remi?" @georgiaelliot

[rileyjelliot]

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[rubyelliot]

@rubyelliot: I love adventures with you. @rileyjelliot

[reneevthompson]

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"Riley!" Renee called to the man as she was walking down the street. It had been a minute since she had seen him and she loved when she did. Honestly, the last time she saw him was the morning after she had found out she was pregnant since she stayed at his and Ruby's house so it was nice to see him. She approached and gave him a hug. "Long time, no see. How are you?"

[rileyjelliot]

Hearing his name Riley didn't know who called it, but whipped around quickly. "Oh hey!" He replied as he saw Renee calling him from down the street, pivoting quickly on his heels. He had been shopping downtown for some things for home and for the restaurant that he needed to replace. With his arms full of bags, he made his way towards Renee. "I'm good. How's it going? How are you feeling?" He asked with a smile, setting down the bags to give her a hug. @reneevthompson

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[rubyelliot]

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[rileyjelliot]

Who: @rubyelliot and Riley

Where: Their home

When: End of May, beginning of June

"I brought up all the suitcases and put them in our room," Riley replied as he loaded the dishwasher after they finished dinner. He had been wanting to try out a new recipe for the restaurant and knew she was always game for it. He had offered to clean up after dinner before typing upstairs to pack before finally going on their honeymoon. "I brought up the two big ones and a few smaller ones," he replied as he closed and turned on the appliance before turning to his wife. "I figured we could decide which ones to take as we start packing," stepping closer to her, "I am so excited we finally get to take this honeymoon."

[rileyjelliot]

@corinnebeaumont

[georgiaelliot]

Georgia took a deep breath and sighed. "I don't need help, though." She told him. "And I know you'll probably say that you don't or any of our siblings don't, but you also know that won't change anything because you're like this with Hudson, Corinne, and Remi too." It was a thing with being the older siblings and with them each being the oldest daughter and son, they looked out for their younger siblings no matter what. It really didn't matter that now everyone was older. She turned from him and wiped her eyes. She didn't want to cry in front of Riley. She didn't like crying in front of anyone. She listened to him and felt his hand on her arm as she still tried to control herself. She took a breath and turned to look at her little brother, her eyes still wet with tears. "I just don't want you guys to worry about me. There's so much more you can focus on. I'm f-fine." Her voice cracked a little and her lip quivered. @rileyjelliot

[rileyjelliot]

A look on confusion crept upon his face before changing to helplessness, a feeling he hated but felt on far too many occasions. "I know you don't," his voice was soft as he spoke, a lump forming in his throat, "but I know you shouldn't have to do all of this or anything by yourself." He shook his head, before swallowing the lump, "I know, and so what if I do?" He stood up straighter and leaned against the counter, fully facing her, "I'm their older brother, if course I'm going to help them. And I'm you're little brother and still offer you help too." He didn't care who was born first or even last, they all looked out for each other, and though he as the first born son and brother did feel the need to shoulder as much as he could. As she turned to him with tears, that lump came back tenfold, and his own eyes started to water. "I'm sorry but I always will worry about you, like I do Hudson, Corinne, and Remi. Just like you do for me and them," he squeezed her arm, "you have done so much for us over the years and I just want to be able to at least help you back in some ways. I know I'll never be able to do as much, but I want to at least try. I missed out on so much over the years living overseas, and I hope you know I never took anything you ever did for granted." @georgiaelliot

[hudsonxelliot]

"That's what matters." He said with a nod of his head, knowing that he felt the same way when he was Lexi. Leaving her had been the biggest mistake of his life, one that he carried with him on a daily basis despite the fact that they were coming up on their first year anniversary. "Yeah, it's fun to become an uncle." Hudson laughed softly as he sat with his brother. "I'm pretty fucking scared to become a dad but excited at the same time." @rileyjelliot

[rileyjelliot]

"Exactly, and I'm sure you feel the same about Lexi." Riley gave his brother a soft smile, his love for Ruby eclipsing any relationship he had ever had before. Their break up being his biggest regret, next to having to give up their daughter so many years ago. "It is," he nodded and leaned back, letting out a content sigh, before sitting back up straight and turning to Hudson. "I know, and that's okay," he turned to him more so, "and you guys won't be alone. You know how they say 'it takes a village?'" He asked and used air quotes, before squeezing his brother's shoulder, "you both have one hell of a village supporting you guys. I will always be there for you both and the baby." He of course hoped Hudson had known that, that Riley wasn't planning on leaving Kismet any time soon. "I know it might not mean much, but as your big brother I'll always be there for you and to help you. And heck, even protect you. Until we're shriveled up old men." @hudsonxelliot