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276 - “Happily Ever After” (pt. 1)

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(( After All is Said & Done | Bailey Kay & Javier Ibarra))

Special thanks to @budgie2budgie for loaning out Donno and Nicky (again) 😅. @ladybugsimblr & @storiesbyjes2g for the musical stylings of the illustrious @iambkay & Mr. Javier Ibarra😉.

And a special, special thank you to @xldkx for the custom Deco Sim audience of WalObie's loved ones!!! You truly are a lifesaver and the G.O.A.T! 🤗

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252 - “Easier"

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((It Is What It Is - Abe Parker))

For easier reading, please see transcript below the cut:

X: *signaling waitress for another round* What time are you flying out?

U: Ten; but we have to be at the airport by eight.

X: Shouldn’t you be packing?

J: Someone’s gotta keep you company! *wink as everyone laughs*

U: But in all seriousness, you sure about staying the week? *Xander frowns in confusion*

J: Don’t look at me—

U: Am I supposed to play dumb? *Xander sighs* I suspected when you left The Falls early, the Winterfest we met Obie. But when you bailed last Harvestfest—

X: I had to work— *Uchechi purses her lips; Xander sighs* Who else knows?

J: Just Uchcechi. Trust me, were it common knowledge, you’d know.

X: *snorts* Well, you can both relax. I’m ok. *Uchechi raises eyebrows* We had brunch this morning, like old times—

J: And yet here we sit at the bar… like old times.

X: I thought we were just catching up.  

U: We are.

X: Believe it or not, I’ve been doing ok, you know.

J: You have. And as your friends, we’re just making sure you continue.

X: I said my goodbyes this evening. I’ve no plans to see her again before I leave. The way I see it, she’s happy and I’m happy for her.

J: Are you?

X: *smirk* I’m getting there. Not sure why I thought it’d be easier than this.

U: Cause you have a good heart.

X: *snorts* You think?

U: I do.

J: What are you doing the rest of the week?

X: One of my boys from school got married and moved out here a few years back. Gonna visit him and his wife for 2 days… then, who knows?

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246- “Much Appreciated”

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((The Good Parts - JP Saxe))

For easier reading, please see transcript below the cut:

Jules: ‘Bout damn time you showed up! We were about to send a search party!

Xan: I’d’ve been here sooner, had my flight not been cancelled.

Uchechi: I hope the airports clear up before our flight on Sunday.

Jules: I told you to fly out with your folks! 

Xan: *shrugs* Well, I’m here now. *Julian waves him off* Congratulations… both of you.

Obie: Thank you. Glad you could make it.

Walker: *touched* You came?

Xan: You think I’d miss this? Not on your life. Nor could I ever show my face back East if I did. *smirk*

Obie: *clicks his tongue* Clem is making a beeline for your parents. You ok?

Walker: Go. I’m good.

Obie: If I don’t get to speak to you… Thanks for coming.

Xan: Thanks. And really, man, congrats. *Obie nods*

Walker: I’m surprised you came. Happy, but surprised.

Xan: *chuckles* That makes three of us. *Walker laughs* And let’s be honest; neither one of us would have forgiven me if I didn’t.

Walker: Damn skippy! How have you been?

Xan: Busy. Crazy busy, actually. But I’m good. *Walker raises her eyebrow* I’m ok, mom. I promise.

Walker: *giggles* You look… well.

Xan: Thanks. I’m… figuring things out. The Valley seems to be treating you well?

Walker: I can’t complain. I just hate that I have to drive everywhere, you know?

Xan: *chuckles* Oh, I know. But I’m sure you’re getting your steps in with your new fur-baby.

Walker: Ehhh… *both laugh* Tater-tot’s indignant at the sight of his leash! Pretty sure training him is gonna be hell.

Xan: *shakes head* Unacceptable! How could you not have him trained yet? He’s been with you, what? A week now?

Walker: Oh, shut up, you! *Xander laughs* At least my building allows pets!

Xan: Shots fired! *Walker grins* Well, if you must know, my new place will allow them too.

Walker: New place?

Xan: Yep! I’m hunting for a place in the Spice District. After my last promotion, it might be easier if I’m closer to the office.

Walker: Wow! Watcher! Congratulations!

Xan: Thank you, thank you. Yeah… guess you’re not the only one making major changes…

Walker: *punches Xander’s arm playfully* I can’t believe you didn’t tell me!

Xan: *smirks* There are a lot of things I haven’t told you…

Walker: *smile slips* Xan—

Xan: No, no, no. Don’t. Stop right there. Tonight is a celebration. We’ve got the New Year’s countdown in what, 8 minutes? Go. Find your fiancé. Get tipsy! I’m here ‘til Thursday. We can grab some coffee and catch up later this week.

Walker: Fine! Breakfast Sunday!

Xan: *tender smile* Breakfast, Sunday. Go! *deep breath*

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245- “Deep Breaths”

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((You're Gonna Be Okay - Cody Fry ft. VOCES8))

For better comprehension, please listen to the song linked above.

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241- “Entourage”

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((The Sims Unleashed Soundtrack - MAXIS))

Special thanks to @storiesbyjes2g for allowing the handsome Angelo Parrish to be traded to DSV! 😉

For easier reading, please see transcript below the cut:

Izzy: Hello Loves!

Devon: Hey Babes! I see I’m no longer the only blonde!

Izzy: Just confirming that you do really have more fun!

Uchechi: *whispering* Izzy?

Walker: *giggles* Izzy.

Obie: Guys, I’d like you to meet Wally’s brother and sister-in-law, Julian, and Uchechi. Fam, these are our friends Izzy and Matteo.

Matteo: A pleasure, to be sure!

Izzy: Welcome! Glad you could join us!

Julian: We appreciate the invite! This is quite the shindig you’ve set up!

Izzy: Me?! Oh no! Matty, Dirk and I helped pad the guest list a little, but this is all Penny’s doing. Apparently her nepo baby boss screwed up and called Penn to the rescue.

Matteo: They’re lucky we were aiming for a quiet evening this year.

Walker: Where is she?

Matteo: She was just here before you came… Ah! Over there with Kareem.

Uchechi: McCain?

Julian: Please excuse my wife while she fangirls. *everyone laughs*

Penny: When did you folks get here?

Devon: About 5, 10 minutes?

Penny: Again Wawa, I’ll be raiding your closet.

Walker: You’re wearing Sentate but wanna raid my closet? *the three of them laugh*

Devon: You got a good crowd.

Penny: Right? I could kill my boss for dumping this in my lap so last minute. Especially on a holiday weekend! I’m in marketing, not miracles.

Devon: You may have missed your calling…

Penny: Bite your tongue! *the three of them laugh*

Walker: Well, we appreciate the invite. Jules and Chichi especially.

Penny: I’m thrilled you all could make it. I swear to gnomes, Ezra owes me!

Devon: Who?

Penny: *sigh* It’s a long ass story… The CEO’s nephew. He—

Dirk: Ay y’all! This is my boy, Angelo! Just moved from Brindleton. Angie, you know Dev and the Misters. These are my friends Obie, Walker, Julian, Uchechi & Penny, the architect of this event.

Angelo: *nods in greeting* Nice to meet you all. Thank you for the invitation. I –

Kareem: No need for a speech! *Angelo chuckles in surprise*

Devon: As grown as these men are, they become such kids when they get together.

Penny: It’s kinda sweet…

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240- “Time Table”

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((Toast- Koffee))

Special thanks to @hyggetrait for this lovely lot!

For easier reading, please see transcript below the cut:

O: How are you enjoying your stay?

U: It’s been a wonderful, but far too short trip!

W: I’m trying to remember the last time you guys saw each other?

J: *lets out a low whistle* Watcher… I think it was the summer before you moved.

W: No…

D: Yeah, yeah! It was Gloria’s cookout in—

U & D: Willow Creek Park!

W: Seriously??

U: Yeah… I don’t think Dev and Dirk had even met yet!

D: It had to be, what? Two—

O: Nah, more like three years ago.

DD: Yeah, about three.

D: Shit time is flying! We knew each other by then—

DD: Yeah, but we hadn’t officially started dating yet.

D: How is Aunt Gloria?

J: She’s not designing your gown?

D: No. I’m working with a young, local designer Izzy and Emmy raved about—

U: Izzy?

O: Dirk’s best friend. Ignacio Duque Rojas.

DD: You’ll meet him at the exhibition.

J: By the way we really appreciate you spending New Year’s Eve with strangers.

D: Strangers, Jules? Really? You haven’t been a stranger since my junior year! *everyone laughs*

J: Well, we’re relative strangers to your fiancé.

DD: I wouldn’t call you strangers…

J: Glad to hear that bestie! *everyone laughs*

D: *shaking head* How on earth do you put up with him?

U: If only I had a simolean for every time I get that question! *everyone laughs*

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239- “Trading Places”

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See here for "Ridgeline Drive" Reference.

(( Trading Places - Usher))

For easier reading, please see transcript below the cut:

W: I’ve been thinking… what do we think of Julian’s suggestion?

O: Renting the apartment?

W: Yeah.

O: I haven’t given it much thought to be honest.

W: Haven’t you?

O: I’m not opposed to it. But like you’d said, it comes down to where we want to be, and what we can afford. I mean, if we stay in this area, versus the greater DSV area, or Ridgeline Drive—

W: Watcher! You remember that?

O: Yeah! Especially since we have a dog now… *wink*

W: *giggling* Yes, we have a dog now.

O: But in all seriousness, it’s just too soon to make that call.

W: Who are you and what have you done with Obadiah?

O: *chuckles* I know, right? Feels weird.

W: I like this measured Obie.

O: Yeah, well, don’t get too used to him.

W: *voice husky* Behave, Mr. Tremblay… I don’t have time to reapply my makeup.

O: *smirk* Fine. Your family is lucky I love them...

W: *surprised laugh*

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238- “New Year's Planning”

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(( Smooth - Jerry Martin))

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J: Your place is really cozy.

W: Meaning?

J: *chuckles* No hidden meaning. I said what I said.

W: *surprised smile* Wow, thanks? *everyone laughs*

U: How long are you planning to stay?

O: We’ve got no immediate plans to move.

W: Yeah… maybe we’ll re-evaluate in a few years after we get a little more equity. *shrugs* We’ll see.

J: If I were you, I’d hold onto it and sublet. Izogie was telling us that this area is really taking off!

O: Izogie?

U & W in concert: My (Her) sister.

O: Ah!

W: I don’t know. We’ll see. It really boils down to where we want to be—

O: And what we can afford. We have a neat little nest egg, but two mortgages—

J: Ah, but see, if you sublet, the mortgage will take care of itself! Once it’s paid, the rest is in your pocket!

W: I’m not opposed. I just think it’s too early to decide.

J: Give it some thought. It might even help you to determine what to do down the road.

U: Speaking of which; we should head out to get ready.

J: Yeah. Where are we meeting again?

O: El Arbol. It’s really nice. Trust me, you’ll love it!

U: I have no doubt. Honestly, I’m just looking forward to our first child free New Year’s Eve in forever. Wait as long as you can you two! You hear me? *everyone laughs*

O: It should be fun though.

W: You guys up for a gallery opening? Dirk just invited us.

J: Are you kidding me?!

W: Apparently their New Year’s plans fell through. There’s a Taj Francis exhibit at the Cho Gallery if you want to come. I guess he’s getting a private show…

J: Hell yeah!

U: You sure the gallery’s open on New Year’s Eve?

W: *shrugs* After seeing the way he and his boys move in Sulani, I question nothing. *everyone laughs*