#bitethvhand; interactions

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❁ Location: Rewind Rentals ❁ Closed Starter for @vivianpearson ❁ Muses: Vivian & Matilda

Ever since her feet managed to find their way to this town, Matilda had found solace in two things: hitting punching bags and getting lost in movies. She found her way to Rewind Rentals on a day when everything felt heavy; that's when she met Vivian, and the two became quick friends. Every visit ended with a movie that Matilda really enjoyed, so she kept coming back.

With her latest rental in her hands, she walked through the door with a grin on her face. "Flatliners was a great choice, however, they really should've stopped after the first three times." She never got it, the way people would chase death when all she ever wanted to do was live. If anything, all she wanted was the freedom to be. "What do you have for me next?"

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❁ Location: Mama's Cantina ❁ Closed Starter for @ritualove ❁ Muses: Annette & Nell

The last time the two of them hung out, Eleanor ended up crying at the sight of a meadow and almost sprained an ankle. It ended up being a healing time; the hike made her realize that she did have what it took to beat this anxious feeling that clouded over her. Since seeing Annette, Nell managed to get several aspects of her life into a better rhythm. Her dry spell of over two years with barely any human touch had been broken; she was in the process of getting a more permanent residence in Cardinal Hill, and she had enough clients to keep her schedule busy. All of that change happened because of her guide.

After recent events that shook up the town, she'd been busy helping people cope with the fear that spread throughout the whole town, something that would've been much more confusing if Addie hadn't shown her that magic was all around them. Eleanor felt the same fear they all had and desperately wanted to get rid of it. So when she found out that Mama's Cantina was having a deal on margaritas, she jumped at the chance to invite Annette for a fun night out.

In her usual fashion, Eleanor ended up arriving a little early. She dressed up in a mix of fancy and casual, a pair of jeans with a pink lace tank top that held her boobs up perfectly. The shirt had been tucked away for just a night like this; a blush color always put her in a good mood. Sitting at the table, she took out a copy of poems she snagged for a quarter at a bookstore and waited for her company.

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❁ Location: Lower Cardinal ❁ Closed Starter for @innocentcurse ❁ Muses: Lucky & Nell

After multiple issues with her apartment, Eleanor decided it was time to find a new place. All her life, she'd wanted her own home, a place where she could design each room, and finally have her own personal library. Sure, she technically had one now, but all the books were scattered around her floor instead of neatly covering shelves. Lucky and her seemed to keep meeting, and now that she was attempting to get back into dating, she thought, why not ask a good-looking relator to help out. The situation seemed to fall into her lap, and despite her anxieties, she decided to take the chance. The two of them spoke on the phone briefly before picking a neighborhood in Lower Cardinal that Nell would be able to afford on her salary.

The bike ride wasn't too far from her apartment to Lower Cardinal, and there was nothing better than feeling the wind run through her skirt as she peddled in the August heat. She'd be devastated when summer was over, knowing that once it became autumn, she was going to have to come up on the anniversary of the reason why she came here. Till then, she decided to shake those worries away as she chained her bike to a nearby post, taking her tote bag out of the front basket and slinging it over her left shoulder, she made her way to the first house on their tour.

"Thanks so much for helping me out with this." Eleanor smiled as she walked over to Lucky. "I've never owned a home before, so this whole thing is a little overwhelming." Standing on the porch steps of the first home, she gave the place a look over, trying to imagine what life might be like if this were her humble abode. Eleanor found herself not needing much imagination as she walked to the lilac colored front door. "I promise I won't hold you hostage for too long today. I have a pretty good idea of what I am looking for, just not sure what is in my price range."

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❁ Location: Xander's Trailer ❁ Closed Starter for @lovesspell ❁ Muses: Xander & Eleanor

She'd be lying if she didn't admit that she thought of the night she spent with Xander often. The two of them shared so much, their college experiences, and what their parents were like. Then it turned into something more, and despite normally being terrified of the idea of sleeping with anyone since her last bad relationship, Eleanor had managed to actually open up around him and allow herself to give in. It was appearing to be a friends-with-benefits situation, and she wasn't against it, but she was also aware that she could feel more. But for now, it felt light and fun, and she wanted to keep it that way for as long as she could.

Since the murder at the diner, Eleanor had become a bit more clingy than she wanted, and despite her best efforts, she couldn't stop herself from showing up outside Xander's door, hoping he wouldn't mind if she stayed the night. She was highly aware she needed a roommate, sleeping in the apartment alone never felt right, even before the event. When he opened the door, Nell smiled sheepishly. "Let me know if I am imposing on anything. I just, uhh, the diner thing really freaked me out, and I was hoping maybe I could stay the night?" It had dawned on her just then that he could have someone else over, her brows furrowed as she shrugged her shoulders. "But if you have company, I can maybe bother Corey."

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❁ Location: The Stream Studio ❁ Closed Starter for @nomadelaide ❁ Muses: Addie & Nell

After a long phone call with Addie, Eleanor was filled in on all the changes in her friend's life. Many of them had been ones that she'd really hoped for; all Nell wanted for her friends was for them to be happy. To see themselves the same way she saw them. She knew that the people close to her would have to feel negative emotions, as being alive required a lot of hardship. The two of them grew much closer after their talk in her office. It was then that it was confirmed that magic was real, and all the lore that surrounded Cardinal Hill was so much more than that. Knowing now that it was history allowed Nell to go into one of her favorite modes, research. Looking into everything she could, the pieces fell into place.

A favor had been put in, something that Nell normally didn't try to do, but this one felt needed, and she had to use her perks of knowing so many people for something. She'd been helping with some wellness workshops and remembered Addie speaking about her past with dancing. It felt like the perfect time to ask to use the studio for a few hours and also continue helping with people's wellness. Although she pretended to be a ballerina, Eleanor was far from one. However, she thought it wouldn't hurt to try, and since she was so inexperienced, it might help Addie relax.

When the two made their way to the front doors, she smiled brightly at the other and took out the key. "I pulled some favors and got us the studio for a few hours. Thought you might want to teach me some tricks on how to be a sturdier dancer." Before placing the key in the lock, she turned to face Addie, her face softened as her head tilted. "Or is this too much? Cause we can do something else if you'd like."

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❁ Location: Prior Household ❁ Closed Starter for @innocentcurse ❁ Muses: Dorothy & Eden

For several months, Eden had managed to live a quiet life. No one to care for except her sisters and friends, it felt so simple, as if she was finally calming down. Then she saw Monte, and everything she realized that she yearned for was in her grasp, but how could this work? The Prior family has a long history of love being fickle and frail, unable to stay whole because of the nature of life or secrets, and here she was harboring a big one. Seeing him made her realize that she couldn't keep it tucked away much longer; only one person knew about what happened, and it filled her with such shame when she saw them.

So after work, she asked Dorothy to meet her at home, because if anyone else was going to know, it would be her baby sister. Yet she was terrified of telling Dot something like this, scared that she might be viewed differently for something she had no control over, something that was done in self-defense. Eden was sorta living at home; her new abode would soon be a garden shed turned living space behind Maplewood Inn. This was another secret she was keeping from her family.

Sitting in her childhood bedroom, she fidgeted on the bed while picking at her cuticles, something she'd been doing so often lately that they hurt. The door was wide open, so that when Dorothy did show, Eden would instantly know. The steps let out a groan as her baby sister made her way to the room, and once she was in view, it all came out. "Dorothy, I have a secret to tell you."

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❁ Location: Nell's Office ❁ Closed Starter for @nomadelaide ❁ Muses: Addie & Nell

Sitting in her office, Nell went through her notebooks with client notes as she waited for Addie to arrive. The two have been friends for a few months, but it was only recently that Addie asked for mental health advice. Even though she was pretty sure that she wouldn't be the best fit, given the personal relationship, Eleanor knew that she needed more information before passing her off to the better fit. Soft music played from the boombox in the corner, and she had a vanilla candle lit to help give the place a warmer vibe.

Despite knowing that her friend was on their way, she still managed to find herself startled as Addie came into the office. With her hand on her chest, she laughed as her eyes focused. "Addie, hi! Sorry, not sure why I jumped." She did know. It was the lack of sleep and the weight of a secret that caused her to constantly have her guard up. Closing her notebook, she got up, turned off the music, and gave the other a tight hug. "How are you?"

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❁ Location: The Ceramic Cup ❁ Closed Starter for @wcirdo ❁ Muses: Lori & Nell

It had been an appointment-heavy day for Eleanor, and she desperately needed caffeine. Her last session was in two hours, so she had just enough time to stop by The Ceramic Cup. Walking into the cafe, the smell of freshly-baked goods and ground-up coffee beans filled the air, allowing her to take in the smell and relax her tight jaw. When she got to the counter, her brows furrowed, surprised to see Lori working the register. She must work a few jobs thought Nell before she gave the other a soft smile.

"You must be really busy for me to see you at both places of employment all in the same week." She laughed before leaning against the counter. "Can I get a black coffee and a brownie? I think the combo of chocolate and caffeine will do the trick of waking me up again."