little girl

–––––––v a n i probably too young for you, creep

[vania--garcia]

alexroberts​:

“LA, baby. Hell yeah. New York’s great, don’t get me wrong but we’ve got the sun and the beaches, so a definite win. Thanks. [..] Cool. ‘Course I will, you joking? We’ll be running into each other a lot more now. Aye, you’ve got some nice pics on there, girl. Really nice. Uh, no. No idea yet. The plan was until the end of the year, but I’m spontaneous. Let’s see. Nah. No girlfriend. Why, you interested? Alright, alright. Suit yourself. Leaves more for me.”

“ Will we? That’s good to know. Thanks. Glad you like them. Spontaneous, huh. I like that. Who knows what you’d be missing out on in provincial Illinois. Just curious. I like knowing what I’m getting myself into–– [..]  Hey, Emma. Yeah, sure, no, I found it alright. Thanks. Yeah, yeah. Uh, yeah. I’ll be right back with you, okay? You want a water? I’ll bring it. [..] Well. Guess it’s time to pretend I’m not totally crashing tonight’s movie night. Are you watching the movie with us? ”

[vania--garcia]

alexroberts​:

“Back to Seattle? One year, though. That’s nothing. It’ll go by quicker than you think. My Insta? Sure. Yeah. Sick. Give me your phone and I’ll put it in. Visiting’s been great. Family time. Hung out. Watched an unhealthy amount of Big Mouth. Went to the windy city a few times. That’s about all I’ve been doing, but it’s cool. I always love coming here. Bit of a change. You sure? We’ve also got salsa and cheese sauce. You’re missing out.”

“ Or New York. Maybe even LA. Live in the sun for a bit. As long as it’s in a city again I’m bougie. And UCLA is a dream, so. Let’s see. Sure. Here, wait.. there you go. [..] Cute. Thanks. You better follow back. Sounds like.. an interesting time you’ve had here, yeah. Family time is always nice. Any idea how much longer you’ll be doing that for? Don’t have a girlfriend or something missing you back home? I’m sure. Thanks. I’ve had nachos with salsa and I’ve also had nachos with cheese sauce before, so I’m only missing out moderately. Unless Illinois nachos are special somehow? ”

[vania--garcia]

alexroberts​:

“Ah. Shit. Sorry to hear that. Is it like, a permanent thing? What does your dad do? There’s a lot going on in LA, impossible to see everything in only a couple of days. If you’re ever there again, hit me up. We’ll do the not so touristy stuff then, the whole experience. Ice. Interesting. Sexy. I’ll think about it. I’m 21, yeah. Now I’m here. Visiting the cousins. Taking it one step at a time. You want nachos?”

“ For right now I guess, yeah. Who knows. I just know I’ll be back in the city as soon as possible, for my part. He’s a consultant for big, evil corporations, and they needed him in Chicago. Boring, again. A personal tour guide for the whole, authentic LA experience? I’m not gonna say no to that. I’ve seen enough of Universal Studios and Santa Monica Pier. You can show me the actual good spots in town. What’s your Insta? So I can slide into your DMs when the time calls for it. The big 21. That’s cool. How’s visiting been? No, I’m good actually, thanks. ”

[vania--garcia]

alexroberts​:

“Rain’s not for me. I could do a week or two with a bit of rain, though but that’s as long as I can probably take it. What made you move? Probably sick of answering that question by now. Excuse the curiosity.  Ah, no. Not quite. Glendale’s somewhere else. Where did you stay in LA? Wow. Cheerleading and newspaper. Impressive. You’re one of those that can do both. S’cool. I think I’m through with that, yeah. What’s the theme anyway? Tell me a little about it. Uh, three years ago now? Yeah. Crazy. Three years. You’re a senior?”

“ Just a little bit, but I don’t mind answering for you once more, I suppose. It’s the boring ‘Dad’s got work’, so he uproots the family and moves cross country. I’m 18, but still going to school so apparently that means I have to follow. Because starting senior year at a new school in a new town is the best idea in this case. Ah, well. Guess I can’t impress with my LA knowledge. Well.. Glendale. Is where we stayed. Could’ve known then, huh? Yup. Mind and body, right? In perfect harmony. The theme is.. Ice, baby. Which probably turns you off about it even more. Even though an LA Sunny boy might be exactly what’s needed there. Maybe you’ll give it another think, huh. Bring some heat. Three years. Wow. So you’re.. 21? 22? And now? ”

[vania--garcia]

alexroberts​:

“Seattle. Sick. Never would’ve guessed. What’s it like there? Actually never been. I’m from LA, yeah. Near Valley Glen, if you know it. Good. That’s the way to go about it. I’m also here.  [..] Cool, thanks. So you’re something like friends if she’s bringing you along. Nice. What clubs are you in? Oh, no, I won’t be there. Dani’s mentioned it but I’ve been doing a good job at avoiding schools since graduating. Would want to keep it that way.”

“ Honestly, I was born and raised in Seattle so I might be biased, especially because I haven’t lived in any other big city for comparison.. but it’s amazing. You do have to like rain, though. So probably not for Californians, but I have to say it’s not my favourite part about it, either. Valley Glen? I don’t think I do. Sorry. Even though I have been to LA. I know Glendale, in case it’s got anything to do with that. [..] Yeah, I’d say we’re becoming friends. She’s great. I do cheerleading, I’ve tried out. And school newspaper now. Aw, really? That’s a shame, what’s not to love about high school dances? You sure you don’t want to experience spiked punch just one more time? When did you.. graduate? ” 

[vania--garcia]

alexroberts​:

“Did she now? Hell, yeah. That very generous cousin must be me then. You’re from the West Coast too? No shit? I did think I detect an accent that’s not from here. Where are you from? Ey, don’t worry. They’re all chill. Don’t take it personal if they take longer to warm up to you. It’s got to be a suburbia thing. How do you know Emma? Also wouldn’t say no to some water if you’re on it, thanks.”

“ That must be you. Oh, you did, huh? Good ear. We like to think we don’t have an accent, but tell that to the man who’s sold me my coffee the past three years, he’s got that hick thing to him. And yeah, we do like our coffee that much. So.. can you guess? [..] I’m from Seattle, to make it easy. Where in LA are you from? You are from there, right? Oh, I’m not taking anything personally. Just the crux of being the new girl in a small town. I get it. But thanks. I’ll just take the backseat and see where tonight takes me. Oh yeah, of course. Hold on.. [..] Here you go. Oh, and I know Emma from school. We got some clubs and classes together and.. I decided to help out with Homecoming preparations. Will you be at Homecoming?  ” 

[vania--garcia]

alexroberts​:

“Ah, hey. That might be because I’m in fact not going to your school. I’m Dani’s cousin from the west coast, only visiting for a few months. It’s Alex. Nice to meet you, Vania. I’m digging the name. Got a nice ring to it. Unique. Guessing you’re the girl Emma brought?”

“ Ah. That would explain that, indeed. Thought I would’ve noticed you around that school. Yeah. Right, yeah, I remember Emma mentioning that they all went to LA this summer and got to stay with a very generous cousin. Nice to meet you, too, Alex. Thanks, I’ll be sure to pass that on. Another West Coaster. You don’t know how comforting that is. That’s me. The tag along to a friends movie night that was.. clearly supposed to be tight circle only. Well. ”

[vania--garcia]

tuesday, 7:29 pm, dani’s kitchen

“ Oh, hey. Didn’t see you there, sorry. Just getting some water. [..] Do you want one? I.. somehow don’t think we’ve been introduced. I’m Vania. I don’t think I’ve seen you around school. ”

[vania--garcia]

emmamoretti​:

“Hm. Yeah, sure, why not. Can hardly say no to coffee, can I. I have this feeling that we’ll get along just fine, Vania.”

“ Amazing. Then let’s go. If I didn’t have the same feeling, I wouldn’t have just asked you for coffee. ”

[vania--garcia]

emmamoretti​:

“Yeah, Charlie’s one of the good guys around here. He’s however also practically dating one of my best friends, so he’s also off limits, I reckon. Can’t believe I’m saying this but there’s absolutely no single guy at this school worth the time.”

“ Ah, I see. Sounds like just about every other school. Well, nothing’s forever. I guess until then we’ll have to look elsewhere and hope that proves more fruitful.. Hey, I was going to go to the library to return this book and then get a coffee somewhere. Do you want to join me? Maybe we’ll see some homecoming date worthy material out there. ”

[vania--garcia]

emmamoretti​:

“It is pretty fucked up. I’ve only been to the West Side once myself and I’ve lived here all my life. It was a stupid dare back in middle school, but I’ve seen enough, trust me. That’s him. Be on the look out. Girl, I know. I’m honestly so over high school boys at this point. It’s true what they say. Guys are a bit behind. Mm. Ginger guy? You mean Charlie?  Why, did he catch your eye?”

“ Thanks for the heads up, I’ll be sure to avoid the West Side as well as.. those three. Charlie, yeah. That sounds about right. Well, he’s one of the only other ones I’ve seen around who doesn’t look like he should still be in middle school. Both just considering appearance and.. demeanour. ”

[vania--garcia]

emmamoretti​:

“If I had to take a wild guess, Clarendon Hills is a lot cheaper and safer than Chicago. People care about one another here. The East Side of town, anyway. I do not recommend going to the West Side, unless you really must. Which, no one really does. Well. Where do I start. Trevor Wiley? He’ll definitely try to flirt with you. Don’t fall for his act. He’s a notorious fuckboy. Always has a new girl on his arm. You’re his type, so be careful. Then again, anyone with boobs is. Lucas Kane? He’s from the West Side and a total basket case. I don’t know how he even still goes here with how much he’s been skipping school. Oh, and Benji Foster. The captain of the team. Also my ex.“

“ I suppose so. I’ve been to Chicago a couple times now, a city’s a city, but yeah. Something along those lines was probably his train of thought. Right. I think we must’ve driven through the West Side before, so if it’s what I’m thinking, it did look pretty fucked up. Also didn’t see anything that would massively be of interest, so I think I’ll manage to avoid it. Thanks. Oh, I know exactly the type you’re describing with this Trevor. They always think they’re all that and rarely are. He’s the guy with the dark hair, couple tattoos? Noted. And I think I heard about you two.. Sorry, but seems like his loss is definitely bigger than yours. They all seem more like boys, anyway. Any rebounds of yours that I should also stay away from? What about ginger guy? ”

[vania--garcia]

emmamoretti​:

“Don’t worry about it. It’s a nice breeze of fresh air around here. I can tell you know what you’re talking about, new or not. West Coast. Wow. I can see how that’s… an adjustment. Why Clarendon Hills? If you don’t mind me asking, of course. Well, there’s definitely a few you should keep your distance from. Anyone that caught your eye yet? I’d be careful with the football team. If that’s your type.”

“ My dad’s work. He works in the city, though, so I don’t see why he had to ship us to suburbia. But I guess it’s where everyone ends up sooner or later. Ah, well. You should always be careful with the football team, but yet they always seem to manage to charm their way in, anyway. As long as they’re not complete tools, I don’t mind a man in a jersey. So who’re the guys to stay away from? ”

[vania--garcia]

emmamoretti​:

“Nice to meet you too, Vania. Thanks, yours weren’t bad either. It’s been a long time since anyone cared enough to engage, so label me impressed. We need more people like that around. Where did you move from?”

“ Yeah, well. I could tell most of those girls back there weren’t going to be super vocal or.. helpful, so I thought I’d do my part. I know I’m new and you don’t know me, but I appreciate you listening to my suggestions. Some people just want it on their record so it looks good and don’t expect there to be any actual work involved and it all falls on you. Trust me, I was in your shoes before, too. The West Coast. So it’s been a bit of an adjustment, but.. I’m starting to see the appeal. It’s.. all kind of cute. Speaking of cute.. and homecoming.. how’s the boy situation at this school? Any worth the time? ”

[emmamoretti]

“Hey! I don’t think we’ve been introduced properly. It’s Emma.”

[vania--garcia]

“ Hey. We haven’t been, no. But I know who you are, Emma, I think there’s no avoiding that around here, but I’m glad we’re doing it properly. I’m Vania, we just moved here. It’s nice to meet you. I really liked your ideas back there. ”

[desperate-housewives]

[vania--garcia]

chris--dixon​:

“I am, indeed. They don’t, as far as I’m aware of. Actually, the head of the cheer squad is also in charge of the newspaper, and doing both has never been an issue. Her name’s Emma, so if that’s the name of the girl you found, you’re on the safe side. Eh, I don’t know anything about the cheer tryouts, I’m afraid. I’ve not really been involved. However, I know is it’s not a decision made completely by the captain, as Mrs Farell has a say in it too. She’s been a cheerleader in the past herself, so she’s quite passionate. Anyway, think about what I said. I do believe you’d be a good fit.”

“ Oh? She’s cheer captain and head of the newspaper? That’s ambitious. Emma, I think that must be her then. I’ll give it another think before I let you know my final decision, but consider me practically decided on the newspaper. Well, I really better get in there now. Thanks again, Mr. Dixon. ”