Hazel Jones

Hazel Jones Owner and Operator of The Star Punk Bar Indie/OC RP Blog

[the-barkeep]

Sonya:

Maybe not. Her face went bright red again, looking away. “Oh please, I can’t be that pretty.. I mean, i am in my lazy clothes.” Sonya chuckled, looking back to Hazel. “ But thank you, It makes me feel good to be called pretty, but if you get lost.. I might not want to help you find your way back out. I might.. Just keep you. “ With a wink and a pat on her arm, Sonya turned to the corner to the cafe. 

Hazel grinned even brighter, ecstatic to know that their flirtatious manner had rubbed off on her. Even if just a little. “I might just let you...!” they laughed, holding onto her arm that time to lead her around the corner and into the cafe, holding the door open for her like a perfect gentleman. They could be sensible and charming at times. “Now how about that coffee?”

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

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the-russian-florist: Sonya frowned, tilting her head. “I do not understand.. They dislike you for what you wear and what you listen too..? I could understand if you.. Like.. Betrayed them? But i think you have a cool style. If fits you. ” She slipped her arms around Hazel’s arm in a little arm hug. “I think you are wonderful. Funny, Good looking, You seem like you would be sassy too, Given the chance.” With a pout, she let go. “They are missing out. ” ——————————————- “Sassy!” they laughed sharply, extremely amused by her choice of words. “Yeah, I guess I can be from time to time. Thank you, though. That’s real nice of you to say.” Hazel might have been blushing a bit at the compliments and the arm-holding, and was probably enjoying it a bit too much, but it did make them feel better. Talking about it always brought up bad feelings.

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[the-barkeep]

Sonya:

“You are very welcome. And know that i mean it. I like you, Hazel!” She smiled, looking around them. “Are we there? I have not been paying attention..” Sonya said, hopefully distracting Hazel from the conversation. She didn’t like the face they was making and rather enjoyed when their cheeks turned red. Maybe Sonya could crack a flirty line as good as Hazels.

Hazel couldn’t help but laugh, looking around as they snapped out of their daze. “Wow, sorry. No, I wasn’t paying much attention either. We’re right around the corner though...” Smile back in place, Hazel looked her way and patted her arm. “You gotta stop being so pretty. I’m lucky I didn’t get lost in your eyes.”

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

[the-barkeep]

the-russian-florist: Sonya frowned, tilting her head. “I do not understand.. They dislike you for what you wear and what you listen too..? I could understand if you.. Like.. Betrayed them? But i think you have a cool style. If fits you. ” She slipped her arms around Hazel’s arm in a little arm hug. “I think you are wonderful. Funny, Good looking, You seem like you would be sassy too, Given the chance.” With a pout, she let go. “They are missing out. ” ------------------------------------------- "Sassy!" they laughed sharply, extremely amused by her choice of words. "Yeah, I guess I can be from time to time. Thank you, though. That's real nice of you to say." Hazel might have been blushing a bit at the compliments and the arm-holding, and was probably enjoying it a bit too much, but it did make them feel better. Talking about it always brought up bad feelings.

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

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“Aww, The youngest. ” She teased, laughing. “Family is good, you know? Of course they would care. ” She didn’t totally agree with that statement. She didn’t speak to her older sisters and father. Her mother and little brother was all she needed, but she was happy to hear Hazel was not alone.

“Yes, the youngest,” they agreed with a bit of an embarrassed grin. “I’m not really close to any of them though. It was more like I was just invited to make sure the whole family was there. Makes a pretty picture. I’ve always been the black sheep. They didn’t like a lot about me. The way I dressed, who I dated, the music I listened to, blah blah blah. Typical teenage stuff. But at the time, that was all I cared about so there was friction. It happens.”

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

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She laughed. “Da! I will tell her you said so..” Sonya smiled at Hazel. “Several bad relationships to find this good one. He is such a sweetheart and he loves her to death.. They make such a cute couple. ” She covered her mouth with her hands, all giddy talking about them. “Ah, Have you ever been to a wedding?”

“Ah, the youngest of four kids? Yeah, I’ve been to plenty of weddings. Been part of the court for both of my brothers and my sister. Honestly a little surprised that they kept in touch after I moved. They were never the most genuine group of people. But hey, they’re family.” Hazel shrugged their shoulders with a smile. They didn’t seem too upset about it.

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

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Sonya chuckled. Maybe it was a silly suggestion. “We could start in the beginning class! Make it easier on you. ” She looked at Hazel. “I don’t really know how to bartend.. But if you need help.. ” She didn’t like to hear that they were working so much. “Mm.. Oh, yes! Oh, It was so gorgeous.. I’ve never seen her so happy.. Wedding are amazing.. She looked like a princess and he, a prince. ”

“Sounds like an interesting couple of days planned,” Hazel said, grinning and watching her get so excited about her friend. She seemed like the type to have already planned every detail of her own wedding. Hazel had never thought much about it, but they supposed a wedding would be nice. Being a part of it, at least. They had always been plain bored just sitting through them. “Well, I’m happy for her. It takes a lot of work to get to a place like that.”

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

[the-barkeep]

the-russian-florist:

Sonya gave a little pout. “Okay. But next time, I pay!” She poked Hazel on the shoulder. “Wow.. Do you not get exhausted? I have weekends off, at least..” Still following, she looked at Hazel. “Well, If you ever want to get out a bit.. I frequent the gym down the street to do yoga. And my best friend is still on her honeymoon in Europe with her husband.. I could use a new partner.”

Hazel let out a sharp laugh and gave her a disbelieving look. “Yoga? Really?” they asked. “I’ve never done anything like that. I get a day off here or there, but it’s hard because I’m the owner and general manager of the bar. But I think I could find some time to slip away and try it at least. So your friend got married, huh?”

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

[the-barkeep]

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“Oh? Are you sure? I do not mind paying for my own.. ” She frowned a bit. “I will not break your wallet, i promise! I will get small coffee! ” She hated to have them pay for it all, so she made a mental note to pay next time. If there was a next time, that is. “So.. Aside from working in the bar.. What do you like to do?”

“It’s not a problem at all. Get whatever you want,” they said with a grin, shaking their head. “I work a lot, so I make plenty of tips. But because of that, I guess I don’t get a lot of free time to do other stuff? Normally just sit on my phone at home. Haven’t been getting out much.”

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

[the-barkeep]

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“Oh, If you say so. ” Chuckling, She left the shop, waiting for them to exit before locking up. “Da, Coffee. Mm.. Iced coffee sounds amazing right now. Or maybe some tea.” She hummed, chewing her lip. “Lead the way, Captain!” Salutes.

If having heart-shaped eyes were an actual thing, Hazel was sure that they would be present on their face right then. She was sweet and adorable and they were sure that they were lucky enough she had even decided to talk to them at all. “You can have whatever your heart desires. It’s my treat today since the offer was so last minute.”

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

[the-barkeep]

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“Oh, you. I look awful in red. ” She waved her hand dismissively at Hazel. “Sounds good then. I will save my date night dresses for a later date. ” She moved to the front door, turning the ‘open’ sign around to ‘closed.’ “I am ready when you are.” Sonya grabbed her cell and purse from behind the counter.

“Pardon me, Miss, but I don’t believe you could ever look awful,” Hazel countered, shaking their head and checking to make sure their wallet was still in their back pocket. Yes, good. “Now, coffee.”

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

[the-barkeep]

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She stuttered, cheeks going a bright rosy red. “Hazel.. You are too sweet. What ever will i do with you? ” Sonya wrapped the hose up, taking her apron off. “Should i change or this t-shirt and shorts look okay?”

“From what I can tell, you’d look beautiful in anything, Sonya.” They gave her a handsome smile and wiped their damp hands on the front of their jeans. “It’s not like I’m dressed up or anything either so at least we’ll match.”

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

[the-barkeep]

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Sonya finished with the customer, wishing them a good day and a smile before she peeked between two taller plants. “Everything okay? I see i have a small pool to swim in later.” Laughing, She came around, turning the water off. “They thank you, you know. You can tell by the way they stand tall. But i am finished now if you would like to get going. ”

Hazel jumped a little at the sudden voice but smiled at who it was. “Just looking out for a pretty lady. You’re too hot, so I figured you might need to cool down later,” they teased, biting their lip and grinning. “I promise I know more about dates than flowers though.”

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

[the-barkeep]

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“It is pretty lazy around here.. So, Not any hard work. ” Sonya bent over, grabbing the garden hose, giving a little squeeze to see if the water was on. “Hold this. ” she handed the hose to Hazel then hurried to the water spout. “Just give them some water. Not to much and don’t be afraid to talk to them. They like that. ” Smiling at them, she spun on her heel and hurried to the counter to wait on a customer.

They stood there awkwardly, looking between her and the hose in their hand. In the end, they could only wave stupidly as Sonya flounced off. Okay, watering plants. Hazel could do that. It was simple enough, and they managed not to knock anything over in the process, but they did end up watering the ground a good bit as well. Unintentional but harmless.

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

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“Well.. If you stay, then i can put you to work. So, Your choice. ” She grinned, straightening up, re-tying her apron. “Welcome! Let me know if you need help! ” Sonya called as the door jingled, walking away from Hazel with a little dance in her step. She wanted the day to end quickly. Cute date tonight.

As much as Hazel didn’t actually want to work in what little free time they enjoyed, it actually sounded kind of fun. They didn’t mind flowers. Actually, flowers were beautiful. But not nearly as beautiful as the girl working the shop. Lucky lucky! So they shoved their hands in their pockets and scuttled after her quickly to be put to work.

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

[the-barkeep]

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Glances at her watch. “Mmm.. In about fifteen minutes, The shop goes on break so i can eat and rest.. Unless you meant later in the week.. Which.. The weekend is free. “ Sonya smiled at them. The sooner, the better, because she enjoyed Hazel’s company. Hazel made her laugh.

“Fifteen minutes...? Yeah, I could do that. Do you want me to leave and come back then? I don’t wanna be in your way while you’re working.” That, and they were extremely clumsy around cute people. Hazel couldn’t promise not to break a decorative vase or two.

[the-barkeep]

"A Flower for your thoughts?" Birds of Paradise. -The russian florist.

“You’re in all my thoughts lately, darling.”

[the-barkeep]

the-russian-florist:

“Oh my goodness, Is the heat on? ” Fans herself. “Oh, Please, I bet you are just as sweet! ” She wished Hazel would continue to tease her, just being around them made her feel light, happy. “A coffe date…? Really? Oh, That sounds lovely, How can i say no?” Keep her excitement contained until they left.

Hazel resisted the urge to make a ‘hot’ comment, but it took everything they had to do so. “Fantastic. When are you free next? I can easily find someone to watch the bar.”