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Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit: Teal v-necked T-Shirt with black pants

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”Ma grand-mère était française. Caden passe ensuite quelques années en Europe. Nous avons passé du temps en France, mais chaque fois que j'avais du temps libre, je prenais le train pour rentrer.” Avery took a sip of his wine, memories of France coming to him as he spoke about it.

”Où avez-vous appris?”

Translations

My grandmother was French. Caden then spent a few years in Europe. We spent some time in France, but whenever I had free time, I took the train home.//Where did you learn?

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Caden

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Location: Gershwin Theatre – New York City, New York
Skills:
Fit

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Caden chuckled, shifting again so Nero could sit in his lap comfortably. He rested his arm behind Nero, lazily tracing circles into their hip.

”Good, I’m glad. I thought you would like this one. If not for the story, then for all the green,” Caden said, using his other hand to fiddle with the hem of Nero’s dress.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit: Teal v-necked T-Shirt with black pants

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”Alors, quel ton préféreriez-vous que j'utilise?” Avery asked, his Perisan accent perfect.”[/i][/color]

Translations

So, what tone would you prefer for me to use?

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Caden

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Location: Gershwin Theatre – New York City, New York
Skills:
Fit

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Caden shifted his touch from Nero’s head, trailing his hand down their neck and arm to take their gloved hand in his. ”The music is fantastic, isn’t it?” He held Nero’s hand in his, relaxing in his seat.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit: Teal v-necked T-Shirt with black pants

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Avery rubbed Kimiko’s arm as she buried her head into his side. He saw how red she hot gotten after his kiss to her nose. At least she chose to be embarrassed with him rather than run away from him. Avery wasn’t totally sure how not to embarrass her tease her, but he was sure she would say something if she didn’t like it.

”You just noticed?” Avery laughed and squeezed Kimiko closer before loosening his hold. ”I was going to make a comment on it earlier but decided against it.”

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Caden

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Location: Gershwin Theatre – New York City, New York
Skills:
Fit

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Caden’s drink is empty, but he has no real reason to go. ”No, I can stay. Unless you would like some time to yourself to process the first act.” He gently brushed his fingers over Nero’s head, not wanting to mess their hair up too much but also wanting to comfort them. From the way they were acting, they were enjoying the show on a deep, personal level.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit: Teal v-necked T-Shirt with black pants

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Avery snorted and laughed at the terrible accent she tried to pull and shook his head at her. ”Fine fine, all the strawberries are yours, little fox.” He leaned in and kissed her nose rather than flicking it since she wasn’t sleeping.

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Caden

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Location: Gershwin Theatre – New York City, New York
Skills:
Fit

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The house lights came up, and Caden rested a hand on Nero’s back. ”It’s intermission now, my little imp. We have twenty minutes before the second act. Is there anything I can get for you?”

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit: Teal v-necked T-Shirt with black pants

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Avery grinned, the movie playing in the background completely forgotten. ”I’d like to see you try. Maybe if you lifted more weights, you could move me,” he teased. Avery knew she wouldn’t kick him out. Maybe out of the bed and onto the floor, but then again, she had been wrapped around him pretty tightly this morning.

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Caden

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Location: Gershwin Theatre – New York City, New York
Skills:
Fit

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Caden chuckled and kissed Nero’s cheek. ”Enjoy the show, my little imp.”

The theatre went dark, and the stage lights cued up before the opening number started. Caden always loved the colour of the show. The Emerald City, the set decorations. Everything was well done and green.

Caden had seen the musical a handful of times, so aside from watching from time to time, Caden’s attention was on Nero, watching them take the show in.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit: Teal v-necked T-Shirt with black pants

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Avery chuckled, feeling warmed by her touch. ”Maybe I won’t. More chocolate-covered strawberries and champagne for me,” Avery declared.

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Caden

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Location: Gershwin Theatre – New York City, New York
Skills:
Fit

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Caden led Nero to the line and ordered the drinks they requested, along with whatever they wanted. With a few minutes to spare, Caden led them into the theatre and up to their private box. It had a great view that over looked the stage from the right side. They would be able to see everything up here and then some.

Caden took his seat, relaxed, and sipped his drink while the lights in the theatre started to flash dimly, signaling for everyone to find their seats.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit: Teal v-necked T-Shirt with black pants

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Avery smiled to himself at Kimiko’s outspoken comment. He wouldn’t mind cooking for her every day, he finds himself thinking. Avery eats more than his share. He is just finishing his fourth bowl when Kimiko curls into his side.

Avery shifted, setting his dish aside, wrapped his arm around her, and pulled her in closer. ”No falling asleep,” he reminded her.

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Caden

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Location: Car —> Gershwin Theatre – New York City, New York
Skills:
Fit

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Caden returned Nero’s kiss before getting out of the car and helping them.

”Oh, yes. It’s a musical.” Caden led Nero into the building. There was a merchandise table set up already, plus a place to get drinks and food. People mingled around, sipping drinks and mingling. There were many people dressed like Nero and Caden, others less fancy, but the overall vibe was the same.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit: Teal v-necked T-Shirt with black pants

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Avery watched her turn away from him and was tempted to turn her head back, but he let her be.

”Good. I’m looking forward to that sandwich,” Avery said. He focused on his meal, the chunks of rabbit melting in his mouth, and he sighed happily. Avery always loved how a good meal could turn anyone’s mood or bring a group of people together.

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Caden

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Location: Car ---> Gershwin Theatre – New York City, New York
Skills:
Fit

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”Yes, everything is live. It’s quite the experience,” Caden informed Nero. They pulled up outside the Gershwin Theatre; the doors were open, and people were walking in. Caden checked his watch and smiled.

”Good, we still have about twenty minutes until the curtain. Ready?” Caden asked, looking at Nero.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit: Teal v-necked T-Shirt with black pants

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Avery looked at Kimiko and shook his head in disbelief. It was more of an overnight task. At least for the dish Avery preferred to make.

He sipped his wine before setting the glass down to dish out his own food. His eyes drifted to watch Kimiko take her first bite. Avery knew he cooked well, but that didn’t mean everyone liked his food. When Kimiko passed her approval, he released a breath he didn’t know he was holding. Avery finished making his plate before joining Kimiko on the couch.

”But you’re still going to make me that sandwich later, right?”

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Caden

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Location: Car – New York City, New York
Skills:
Fit

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Caden chuckled, rubbing his hand along Nero’s arm. He looked at the window, shifting his head back. ”I picked it for several reasons. One is that we have a private box, and two, it’s world-renowned. As for what it’s about, it’s a story about friendship and love. It’s about being more than what others think you to be.”

Ω Heroes of Olympus: The Next Age of Heroes Ω

Ezekiel Kel

Location: CHB
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Ezekiel was starting to stir before Hedge pounded on the doors to wake everyone up and do inspections. The satyr was relentless. Ezekiel threw back his covers and stood, scrubbing the sleep from his face before he made his bed. Bearmetri sat on his pillow for another day while Zeke went to shower.

It was finally July, which meant one of two things. Summer (thank Apollo), and they would finally get a second crack at the Doors of Death. Zeke tried not to think about this as he shoved the orange Camp Half-Blood t-shirt over his head as he left the Apollo cabin, heading towards Zeus’ cabin.

After their date in New York, Zeke felt more relaxed and accepting of himself being in a relationship with Demetri. Honestly, it made Zeke feel normal. The first month had been rough. Mads, Leda, and Jason. All gone. However, there might be hope for Mads and Leda to return. Still, it was hard navigating that Zeke’s favourite punching bag was gone. He never thought Leda would just be… gone. The ceremony hit him hard and Zeke actually had to leave before it was done. It just felt so final, and Zeke didn’t like that. But it was July. Maybe he would see Leda again.

Ezekiel walked up to Demetri’s front door and knocked several times. ”Dem, Andy, you two up yet?” At least three mornings a week, Zeke would have breakfast with Demetri and Andy. Well, he would walk to the Dining Pavillion with them since they still had this stupid rule about dining at your cabin’s table only. The other days, Ezekiel usually went for a run first before having breakfast.