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[haven-caldwell]

I’ll now be going by “short Haven,” for future reference. Thank you.

[valeriaborges]

See I think that works better somehow? Or honestly anything works better than a criminal’s nickname so that’s not saying much.

[natnunez-deactivated20251005]

Feels like my first mistake was going somewhere with a guy present who goes by Tall Vince. Lesson learned. 

[valeriaborges]

See I usually am into tall guys but if they have to announce it in their name that seems like an immediate red flag. Please tell me at least was startlingly tall. Had to duck through doorways or something. 

You going to have to testify or anything like that now that they caught him?

[valeriaborges]

Matt: I am listening. You're just not telling me anything that you actually mean

Matt: Oh you can imagine can you?

Matt: Tell me then. Cos I'd love to know exactly what it is that you think I've done

Valeria: You're completely deluded. Saying I don't mean what I'm telling you.

Valeria: As that what you did with this girl? Just forced whatever version you believe on her?

Valeria: Do not text me again. I'm serious.

[number blocked]:

[valeriaborges]

Matt: Why?

Matt: You haven't given me one decent reason not to

Matt: What have I done to change your mind huh?

Matt: What have I done specifically? Not the chief or anyone else that you've spoken to

Valeria: How about you aren't listening to or respecting what I'm asking of you.

Valeria: Good enough reason?

Valeria: And I might not know what happened but you've been pushy enough with me that I can imagine.

[valeriaborges]

Matt: The fucking fire chief made that announcement before he knew anything to save the effort of actually finding out what did happen

Matt: That's total bullshit that you're not hiding behind it, you were totally up for going out again before this

Valeria: Yes this has validly made me never want to go out with you.

Valeria: Please I mean it. Don't text me anymore. We don't have a date. I'm not changing my mind.

[valeriaborges]

Matt: What's changed?

Matt: Sounds like you don't even know what happened but are just taking some hearsay and piecing it together however you want

Matt: If you didn't want to go out, all you had to do was say that, you don't have to hide behind this nonsense

Valeria: I know enough. The fire chief doesn't make announcements like he did about you for perfectly innocent people.

Valeria: I don't want to go out, but I'm not hiding behind anything.

Valeria: Please don't text me anymore.

[valeriaborges]

Matt: Cos nothing's changed

Matt: I'm not in jail because I didn't do anything wrong. It was all just a misunderstanding

Valeria: Plenty has changed.

Valeria: Stop. Just a misunderstanding is gross and dismissive.

Valeria: Whatever happened wasn't good. And I don't need that.

Valeria: All the crossed wires were for the best.

[valeriaborges]

Matt: Got a little tied up

Matt: Assuming you heard

Matt: Guess we're even now then, on skipping out on dates

Matt: Reckon third time's a charm

Valeria: A little tied up? How could you think I'd still want a date with you.

Valeria: Why aren't you in jail?

Valeria: We're not going out Matt.

[valeriaborges]

natnunez​:

What’s with the girl’s in this city and always thinking about what they can and can’t pull off? I don’t sit around thinking about that. I just say it. If I can’t pull it off, screw em. Well if he does give you any problems, come find me. I keep a bat behind the bar. Plus I’m a veteran so the cops love to let me off easy. 

I didn’t know this was an endemic for Port Henry women, but I’ll work on going for things more. I will remember that when I’m choosing where to come get a drink. I don’t think I’d mine knowing I have some backup around even if no offense, the Crystal Lizard can leave other things to be desired. Have you ever had to use the bat?

[valeriaborges]

natnunez​:

Yeah, I mean I think I’d have thrown down even if it wasn’t one of my friends. I don’t like when dudes say slut. Only I get to call my friends sluts. Speaking of – you dodged the Baleman bullet. Any word on that?

I can’t say I’ve ever called a friend that, but I have a feeling you pull it off in a way I could not. Ugh, don’t I know I did with Baleman. I'm not aware of anything more beyond the police have him? Or had him? My ex is an officer and he seemed worried enough I think I’d end up hearing if they charged him or set bail or however that works. I’m glad I won’t have to actually see him with everything that has happened. 

[valeriaborges]

natnunez​:

Yeah, I mean if someone wants to call me a washed up whore, they’d be right. But if someone wants to call one of my friends a washed up whore they can run their mouth somewhere else. 

Well for the record, I wouldn’t sit by while someone called you that either, whatever your own personal feelings. That’s terrible, but you’re friend is lucky to have you in their corner. Men who talk about anyone like that are some of the scum I hate the most. And then they go and get themselves in a fight and I end up taking care of them. It’s terrible cycle. 

[haven-caldwell]

Did you know that a scientific study proved that women are actually happier with ugly men? Then again, Baleman was ugly as sin and I’m not sure anyone would be happy with him, but it’s food for thought, ladies.

[valeriaborges]

Haven do you even like any men? Besides Enzo. We’re not counting him. 

[valeriaborges]

natnunez​:

I think it could be a really beneficial move for the city. We’re already halfway to full sappho so – just some clown talking shit. Running his mouth about a friend. He’s gone now. 

They have that whole clean up Port Henry or however they’re promoting it these days campaign. They could lean in on this aspect. Halfway is decent odds too considering. Shit, though that sucks. It’s worse when it’s about a friend and not you. I’m glad you’re not still dealing with him. 

[natnunez-deactivated20251005]

Heard a lot of talk yesterday about bad fire fighters and bad cops and bad whatever but I’m going with just a full reform on men. All men. no one slips by. I’ve about had it up to my fucking ears with their shit. 

[valeriaborges]

Doesn’t sound like a half bad idea. Might have to jump on that train too. Should I worry what type of asshole you’ve had to deal with today?

[valeriaborges]

rickytorresphpd​:

[ sms: Val ] ↦ Whatever you say, Valeria [ sms: Val ] ↦ I was implying that you’re enjoying yourself far too much right now and I can imagine the look on your face [ sms: Val ] ↦ Good. Just wanted to make sure

[ sms: Ricky ] ↦ Then I think you did your job checking in. Made my day better. And there have been some serious ups and downs the last few.  [ sms: Ricky ] ↦ You should take it as a win, officer. 

[valeriaborges]

melanie-campbell​:

Oh. That’s– oh my god. Assault… of you? I know you’re not a federal officer but, you know, the other bit?

No, No, thank goodness none of it was related to me at all. I found out like everyone else. 

[valeriaborges]

aromero​:

I can be fun but only a certain amount of fun in a professional setting. I’ll show you a good time, okay? You deserve it after dealing with that travesty of a human being.

Oh if I had known your fun was being dampened all this time, Romero, I would have changed this up sooner. But yes please. I think we both deserve a night to have a good time and not worry about some asshole.