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Well. As you know I don’t know jack all about fashion. Maybe you can give me a crash course in it all? [He gave her a cheery grin and there was a hopeful glint in his eye.]

[Laughs lightly, covering her mouth with her hand.] Hm... A crash course in fashion. [Blinks.] Well perhaps - but it's not exactly something you can condense into a quick lesson. [Her expression becomes serious.] I've been studying it my whole life... And it changes constantly.

[He nods knowingly.] Good to hear you’ve been well. I’ve been pretty good myself. [A moment of silence falls between them again.] Anythin’ new in the fashion world? [He had figured that she knew a lot about it, and that she would probably open up a little. Or he really hoped.]

Hmmm...? [Her gaze moves down to her feet and she shrugs her shoulders.] I... I don't know. [Shakes her head.] I'm not in the city any more and not much news travels here... I do get my magazines though , but nothing new, just styles repeating and fall colours returning.

A little advice (@Antoinette)

Royal tea? I take mine straight, nothing in it. <glances around at the furniture, unsure of where Antoinette would prefer she sit, and eventually decides to remain standing> Starting off? Is it for yourself, or a sort of proof-of-concept for future designs? <lets out a small laugh> Or should I hold off asking so many questions?

[Raises a brow at her reply, shrugging her shoulders and retrieving the cups from the cupboard.] Yes, something like that. Up until now I've just done designs... But ah, now I want to make the actual think. [Blinks.] Ah... No. It's fine. I just wasn't aware that you were... Interested.

[A smile spread across his face and he nods.] Yeah, let’s go! We can have some tea and talk a while. After you. [He gestured for her to walk and he walked with her side by side.] So how have you been Antoinette?

[Gives a quick nod and quickly walks by, making her way to the cafe.] I've been... Well. [Purses her lips and nods again, her mind preoccupied on why exactly Mark wanted to spend time with her.] ... [After a silent pause, quickly adds.] You?

Ah… [His expression froze for a moment before he shook his head and instinctively reaches out for her shoulder. He instantly flinches back and coughs into his fist.] It would be nice to spend some time with a familiar face. Maybe there’s a cafe we can hang out with. Or yeah… no you probably wouldn’t… wanna… hang out. I dunno.

[Pauses mid step, turning herself around unable to hide the rather shocked look on her face. Narrows her eyes and tilts her head slightly.] You want... To hang out with me...? Really? [Blinks.] Hm... Yes... There's a cafe. Just down the road. [Tugs at her sleeve.] If you want, oui, we can go there.

A little advice (@Antoinette)

<Steps further into the house, looking around at the decor; she hadn’t seen much of the inside of Antoinette’s house before> Tea sounds great, actually. Whatever kind you like is fine with me. <sides the bracelet she was holding back into her pocket> Hm, may I see it for myself?

Alright. Two cups of royal tea then... What do you take in yours? [Heads towards the kitchen area, leaving Freya in the room behind her.] Yes, you'll see it. I'll bring it down from upstairs. it's a lilac dress nothing to exquisite, starting of small I suppose. [Fills the kettle with water and places it on stove.]

Well, sometimes I have slow days back home. Little vacations are an option for me because a friend of mine owns another farm and owes me favors from time to time. [He smiles and slips his hands into his pockets.]

Hm... Oh? [Places a finger on her chin in thought.] So, farmers are all friends then. I see. [Tugs on the ends of her skirt, rolling on her heels as she looks around.] Well, goodbye. [Turns to leave.]

[Mark pouts a little when she stopped smiling but then he just grinned again when he heard her thank him. Mimicking her quiet tone.] De rien Antoinette. But uh, yeah, I’m just here because I want to. No real rhyme or reason.

[Blinks a few times in surprise - he could speak french? Slumps with embarrassment, turning to look away.] Ah... [Bites her lip.] Hm... You made the trip from the island for no reason? [Raises an eyebrow.] You must have a lot of free time.

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"Well of course I did." He grins when he sees her smile. It was nice to see her smile. She looked really cute when she did. And he figured he’d tell her that. "Y’know yer pretty cute when you smile."

[Folds her arms across her chest with her smile growing, when she hears his compliment her expression falls and her cheeks turn a bright red.] I-- Hmmm... [Quiets her voice, now speaking barely above a whisper.] Well... [Mumbles.] Merci Mark.

#datwashedupfarmboy

A little advice (@Antoinette)

<Looks at Antoinette, then at herself, noting the seven-inch height difference between the two of them> Hm? Well, I guess I don’t know much at all about alterations or that sort of thing. <shrugs> If all I have to do is stand still, I think I can handle that. What sort of dress are you altering?

[Nods her head once more.] Hm - yes, very well. Just standing still. Any movements could mess up the design and we don't want that at all, do we? [Huffs lightly, moving out of the doorway.] Well, come on in. I can put some tea on if you'd like. [Turns to walk away but pauses, answering her question.] Just a sample design, it's semi formal, nothing too much.

Mark is in Zephyr town, dressed differently from how he usually did. He followed the advice of the girl he met not so long ago, he was in a pair of jeans that fit just right and a v-neck shirt. He abandoned his hat while he was here. He spotted a head of short blue hair and gave her a wave and a smile.

Quickly scurrying from the town's busy center to the more peaceful wilderness, Antoinette couldn't help but notice the blonde haired farmer. Her red eyes widened upon recognition, and she slowly returned the wave. "Mark...?" Antoinette asked, tilting her head and letting out the tiniest gasp when realizing his outfit was what she had suggested. "What are you doing in Zephyr...? I see you, ah, took my advice." She added, a small but sincere smile placing itself on her lips.

#datwashedupfarmboy

*Taking a walk with Harry, seeing Antoinette on their way. Harry begins mewing happily at the woman, wanting to go and say hello. Ivan smiles* Oh, hello, miss Antoinette. I don't believe you've met Harry yet, have you?

[Notices Ivan out of the corner of her eye as she walks along, but continues regardless, trying to avoid any socialization. Pauses when she hears the faint sound of mewing, her eyes widening as she does a complete 180 turn.] Ah... Bonjour Ivan.

[Blinks, looking at the small cat.] Harry...? [Bends down and extends her hand to the small cat, letting him sniff it.] No... I haven't met him yet. [Smiles softly.] When did you get a cat...?

#ivan-t-your-love

daintymissmarian

Princess and the Pauperess - [Marian/Antoinette]

@sapphiredesigner said: [Sighs in relief, her shoulders relaxing as she hears the good news.] Wonderful. [Nods her head, pressing two fingers against her forehead.] C’est vrai, but rough may be putting it lightly. [Frowns, wondering why she’s even telling the woman this.]

daintymissmarian

Ah, one of those days, hm? [She slowly slides the cup of tea across the counter in front of her and smiles comfortingly, urging for her to take a sip.]

I’m all ears sweetie, if you need someone to listen. ♥

[Fidgets with the cup in her hands until she's holding it in a comfortable manner, taking a moment to breathe in the sent of the tea. Sighs happily and takes a sip, giving Marian a smile.] Merci.

Hm... You'd want to listen to my complaining... Why would you want to do that? [Tilts her head curiously.]

#sorry bb im so late

A little advice (@Antoinette)

<blinks, hoping Antoinette meant the “least embarrassing” remark as a compliment; seeing the smile on her face, she guesses it is and is surprised that she could even earn a compliment from her> Um— Thanks. <smiles a bit, glad to be asked a favor> What is it? Something I could help with?