Villareal: Chapter 6, Part 3
Afternoon tea then Devin and Luna head out on a date.
For ease of reading if the toddlers are trying to say real words I'll put the English in brackets. Luna (mummy) and Devin (mama) use some German and Italian. Amore (Italian) Love Che cavolo (Italian) What the hell/F Schatz (German) Treasure Zia/Zio (Italian) Aunt/Uncle
It’s not healthy for Joey to spend a whole day at his desk so mid afternoon he gets up and does a brief workout. He doesn’t like fitness one bit, unfortunately for him the watcher does. And though Joey wouldn’t admit it he does like the results. He would never want to be built but a little muscle definition never killed anyone, and makes picking up women easier.
When Devin gets back from her run she goes to find Luna who is waiting for toddlers.
Luna: Good run?
Devin: It was. Are you still okay to go out for dinner
Luna: Absolutely! I trust Joey enough to believe he wont let the twins get hurt. Hyped on sugar maybe but not hurt
Devin: *laughs* Did you invite your brothers for family brunch
Luna: Hugo is a yes, Max is all “wait and see”
Alfred: Mama back! Back for potty time
Rilian: I want help!
Luna: Rilian? What do we say?
Rilian: I want help please
The women shepherd the twins into the bathroom. Both boys are able to attempt to go potty alone but things will be easier for Devin and Luna if they will actively seek to use the potties instead of their diapers. The twins are less spooked by the process now but Devin and Luna continue to give encouragement and reassurance to them. After both of them are finished Devin and Luna carry them to the kitchen for some afternoon tea.
Rilian: *grumpy* Why carry mama, I walk
Devin: Mama and Mummy have a dinner date
Luna: And carrying is quicker
Rilian pulls a face and the women chuckle. Each twin gets a peanut butter and jelly sandwich along with some orange juice.
Devin: Eat what you can Rilian, no hiding food
Luna: Zio Joey needs you to have all your energy
Alfred: Why
Devin: He’ll be looking after you while we’re out
Devin and Luna go to the hall to practice one of Devin’s upcoming scenes that has slightly stronger language than they want their sons using just now. The twins eat and chat.
Rilian: *blows kiss*
Alfred: *giggles* Yay!
Devin: *from other room* Che cavolo!
Alfred: *spooked* She find?
Rilian: *also spooked* Me think
Devin and Luna walk back in and the twins do their best to look innocent. Devin looks at them and sighs. After kissing each of their heads she walks back out and Luna sits down.
Luna: Who can guess what Mama just found
Alfred: *sadly* Smash
Luna: Yes. A smashed dollhouse
Devin surveys the damage. It’s hard to believe a toddler could have reached high enough to smash it that much but none of the grown ups in the house are responsible.
Luna: Who did it
Rilian: We?
Luna: Both of you? Are you sure?
Alfred: *sadly* Me Mummy
Luna: thank you for telling the truth Alfred
Alfred: I… in trouble?
Luna: Mama and I will talk about it but it’s always good to tell the truth, remember that Rilian
The twins look downcast but as Luna gets them out of their high chairs they waddle towards each other for a big hug. Sighing Luna cleans us their dishes.
Devin: 10 minute call, we’ll be off
Joey: Have fun, I’ll go find the twins
Devin and Luna make it to the Del Sol Eatery at 5pm sharp. Better take a quick selfie for posterity. They have always kept time for the two of them in their schedules and Joey living with them has allowed them a lot more of it recently. They don’t regret becoming mothers but they still enjoy being a couple and doing couple things. Couple things such as going out to eat on a Saturday night.
Devin: Hello, do you have a reservation for-
Bonnie: *in monotone* Welcome to Del Sol Eatery, the best little gem in the valley
Devin: Thank you. If we could-
Bonnie: *monotone continues* We offer our customers a range of dining experiences from experimental food to classic ice cream with a Del Sol flair. We have seating options at both bar height and regular height so you are sure to be satisfied
Devin: Lovely. Our reservation is for two-
Bonnie: *monotone continues* In the event of emergency please vacate the restaurant through the front exit in an orderly fashion. Please do not call the fire brigade if you see the chefs brandishing fire, it is part of their process
Devin: I know all about having a process
Bonnie: Hmm
Devin: We’re Mrs and Mrs Villareal, table for two
Bonnie: *in monotone* Our smaller tables have been overbooked this evening. If you wish to file a complaint please see management
She then turns and gestures towards a table the pair assume she wants them to go to. Deciding not to chance further the conversation with the host they walk up the stairs past the fountains to a table overlooking the chef stations.
Waiter: Here are your menus
Devin: Grazie. Can we have a placemat please
Luna: And crayons!
The waiter doesn’t take long to get them and Luna sets about filling hers in while Devin reads the menu to her.
Waiter: Hello again, have you made your choice ladies?
Devin: Simsmapolitan for me please, Luna wants…
Luna: *busy colouring* Whichever looks the prettiest
Waiter: Okay. And for meals?
Devin: Artisan fish trio sounds appetising, one of those please
Luna: And I’ll have the leprechaun one
Waiter: Leprechaun one?
Luna: *humming* The clover salad thing please
The waiter takes their menus back and a bemused Devin grins at Luna.
Devin: You having fun reveling in your childish trait amore mio
Luna: *smiling* Absolutely schatz. I love our boys but I do enjoy colouring without anyone trying to snatch the crayons
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