#para:morgan

[connor--mcalister-blog]

And So It Begins

Connor wasn't the type to carry around expensive luggage. He didn't even own a suitcase. If he had to plan for a trip it was usually just a camping trip. Inside of his closet was a knapsack that still smelled like campfire. He could only imagine what Morgan might think when she saw the bag. Connor stuffed the bag with clothes from his drawers and toiletry items. The bag's seams were on the verge of splitting by the time he finished raiding is kitchen cabinets. If they were lucky then the trip wasn't going to last more than a couple of days. He couldn't say that with certainty, though, so he tried to be prepared. 

An hour passed since Connor had left the diner and he knew that Morgan was waiting for him. On the way back from his house he checked on his shop but he knew that he wasn't leaving behind much. Connor would never reveal that to Morgon because his shop meant a lot to him but he could leave it unlocked and he knew no one would bother to raid it. Still, he locked it up because that's what you're supposed to do when you leave a business behind. Connor wanted to take his time but he knew that Morgan was already in a hurry and if he made her wait it would set the trip off to a bad start. He didn't want that.

Connor pulled into the parking lot and parked right outside of the diner. After having just been inside, he didn't feel like going back in. He didn't give it much thought before he started honking. Connor pressed down on the horn again, holding it there until he felt like the point had been made, and then let go. He placed his hand on his lap and leaned back in his chair. If she needed help with her bag then he would bother to get out but until then he was just going to sit and wait for her. Connor turned up his music while he still could while he looked out of the window to see if he could spot Morgan in the diner. 

[ceceinnyc]

Birthday Brunch

Cece grinned as she wrapped the gift that she'd bought for Morgan, folding wrapping paper over on itself and sticking it down with tape. She wasn't usually one for buying birthday presents, but when she saw these neon, stripy socks whilst in Michigan, she'd immediately thought of Morgan and their night of hysterics whilst sat in The Rum House. Hopefully he'd find the small present as funny as she did.

She'd worked most of the weekend, what with shifts singing at the bar and then a long, monotonous shoot on Sunday too, so today was her first day off in what felt like forever. It was a nice feeling, knowing she had the whole day free, and that she could afford to treat her friend to birthday brunch. It didn't take her long to walk to Skylight, grabbing a window seat in the diner just as it turned 11. She'd just ordered a black coffee when Morgan walked in, and she called him over.

"Hello, birthday boy! It's good to see you." Cece was bouncing with excitement, hugging Morgan quickly before thrusting the carefully wrapped present at him. "I bought you a present! Sorry, it's a bit late but I figured you wouldn't mind." 

[ceceinnyc]

Drinks and Distractions

Cece had managed to get the afternoon flight back to the city, which meant that she was just able to ditch her bags at the apartment and run a brush through her hair before she went to meet Morgan at The Rum House. She was tired and frustrated after a few days in the town she usually tried to avoid, but she felt like she couldn't bale on Morgan - not again - and anyway, a few drinks might be the perfect distraction from the events - and people - from home.

She hesitated at the bar, wondering if it were too early to start on the liquor. Deciding that she didn't care, not after the day she'd had,Cece ordered a gin and tonic and took a seat by the window. She'd already finished most of her first drink when she recognised Morgan's tall, dark figure come through the bar doors.

"Morgan! Hey!"

[ceceinnyc]

Majoring in Modelling

Cece stood in front of her closet and went through her standard selection of go-see outfits; skinny jeans, vest tops, slouchy t-shirts, the odd maxi-dress. There was a certain look which was always to be achieved when visiting a potential client for the first time; cool, without being edgy, beautiful without being distinctive. She selected a pair of high wedged heels, black jeans and a low backed t-shirt, before pinning her hair back and applying a tiny amount of make-up. Her model persona looked far harsher than 'normal' Cece, but it seemed to appeal to agents and clients alike.

She was excited at the prospect of taking Morgan to the go-see's with her. Not only was he sweet, but his look complimented hers well. She'd gone to a few castings before with a male partner, and it had always been a positive experience; even got her a few high-paying jobs. She could imagine a few of the usual photographers would love the idea of shooting the two of them together. Plus, it'd be good to get to know him better - from their limited chat so far, Cece thought he seemed sound. 

Grabbing a jacket, she jumped into a taxi which was waiting just outside her apartment. It took no time at all to get to Skylight, and she paused outside, regretting suggesting the diner as a place to meet Morgan. She really didn't want to be served by Max, or even worse, Charlie, when she had an afternoon of work to get through. She shook her head, and decided to grab a table outside whilst she was waiting for Morgan. She caught the eye of a waitress and ordered a chamomile tea - the perfect way to relax before a frantic few hours rushing across the city.