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[Eddie appears on the screen with a bright smile and a red sweatshirt printed with a white snowflake motif.]

Hey guys! Happy Hygge! I think that's what they say, anyway...so...

[He waves his hand, leans in a bit, still grinning.]

I've been here for almost a year now, and I've gotten pretty settled in. This place is really starting to feel like home. But I know it isn't like that for a lot of people. Some people are new and haven't had time to settle in, some people are struggling, especially after October was so rough for a lot of us. Anyway, so hearing about Hygge gave me an idea.

[Taking a deep breath, he squares his shoulders and his smile softens a bit.]

This morning I got approval, and a pretty decent donation, from the Police Department where I work, to fund a furnished Hygge cabin for a week to offer a place for anyone who's feeling displaced, or is struggling or lonely, to come hang out with other people who don't have family here yet. Just a place to feel at home.

I'm just posting this to look for some volunteers to help out with the shopping and cooking and prep over the next week or so, and set dates that would work for anyone who wants to help? I was personally thinking maybe the week of the tenth.

[A pause, and another little smile, this time a bit mischievous.]

Just a shout out to my fellow Detectives, Officers, Forensics Teams, and anyone else who works at the RPD. I put up an info page and sign up sheet in the lunch rooms at the station just before I left today, but if you want to chime in here with ideas or anything, let's talk!

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I can leand you a hand, Eddie.

That would be awesome! We should hook up and make a grocery list or something. Do you cook?

Haven't really cooked in...years. But I'm sure I've retained something for it.
Just tell me where you need me and when, bud

I mean, you could always help me carry groceries. You're about as strong as I am. ;)

As strong? As strong?! Eddie. I could bench press you and not break a sweat, don't test me

Oh come on, seriously? You bench 160? Seriously?

Eddie.
Bud.
Pal.
My guy.
Why are you so light what the hell
Without my armor I could throw you across a room
Wow

Because that is an average weight for a dude my height and build? Wow. I'm not light.

You could not.

You're lean as fuck
I can't even with you

I definitely could. Get a mattress to land on and I'll show you

Excuse me? Lean? I mean, I know I'm not exactly musclebound, but come on. I like to think I look pretty decent...

Fine.

If you can't lift me up easily, it's not enough muscle. I didn't say you looked like a potato sack, just probably should drag you to the gym for some weight training

I have great aim, but we'll put a helmet on you just in case.

I could probably lift you up easily. You're about my size anyway.

I'd do weight training if you wanted to though. I've been kind of thinking about upping my game lately.

Sure thing, South.

Over your head though? It's gotta be over your head.

You have a lot of up to go, we better get started last month

Just you wait and see, it's going to be equal parts fun and terrifying for you.

You've always gotta take it that one step too far, don't you? I think that might be part of why I like you so much.

Ouch. And that's why I don't like you more!

I'm looking forward to it. You know I like a challenge.

What's not to like?

And I don't believe you here, okay, once you like me, there's no unliking me. It's a law.

You just like me kicking your ass at these challenges!

Are you really telling a cop about the law right now?

And maybe I do, maybe I don't. But I definitely prefer kicking YOUR ass to getting mine kicked.

Yea, apparently you didn't read your law book well enough.

Well, when that happens, I guess we'll know for sure which you prefer.

[ Cisco had spoken to Eddie about this idea a few times, and adores it, but a logistical difficulty occurs to him, so he asks: ]

the only difficulty i think you might have is the kinda people who are isolated and struggling might be inclined to hide it

you think i should like, idk
wander around, see if anybody seems at loose ends
give out more personal invitations?
or will that just come off as creepy/intrusive?

That's true. I was definitely thinking of just making it an open space, you know? Like walk in walk out, no questions asked, grab a bite and a hot chocolate kind of thing. No pressure. But invitations to anyone who's lone wolfing it might not be bad.

And if anyone could do that without seeming creepy or intrusive, it'd be you.

i was just thinking of like rey for instance
when i met her she was all on her own because she didn't trust anybody, didn't participate in stuff because everybody was a stranger.

i'll keep an eye out for anybody who seems blue and on their own
i figure it can't hurt.

& i think you're overestimating my harmlessness and charm.

Yeah, that makes total sense. It can be really scary being all alone in a new place like this, I really just wanted to do my part to make somewhere that was open and welcoming for people who might be lonely, you know? I didn't think that it might be off-putting...

And I'm not. You're perfectly charming. And warm and welcoming.

i don't think off-putting is the word i'd use
people have a hard time admitting when they're lonely, or need help.

[ Something that Cisco knows the two of them know all too well. ]

well, you have to think that, you're my boyfriend.
duh.

Yeah, I understand that. Maybe a little too well.

You've got it backwards. I'm your boyfriend BECAUSE I think so.

same obvs

😘

♥

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A year? Truly? That's...and you seem happy here. That's something, I suppose.

[He pauses for a moment before continuing.]

That's very kind of you, the cabin idea that is, but...intimidating. Have you ever, how do they say it, felt alone in a crowded room?

[Eddie smiles a little sadly, and shrugs.]

Yeah. I know some people say that coming here was a mistake, that they shouldn't have been brought here, but it wasn't that way for me. I've kind of got extenuating circumstances, though.

[The smile gets a bit more sad as he hears that question.]

Oh yes, believe me. Pretty much my whole life. That's kind of why I wanted to do something like this. I was kind of hoping I could help with that.

I find myself torn over the whole situation, more than anything.

[Between his responsibilities, and that little saving the world thing...]

I...can empathize. I suspect it may be responsible for my appearance here in the first place. [And Eddie gets a chuckle, but a light-hearted one. He's not being mean-spirited with his response.] Why, there are a lot of people here who are awkward, lonely, and isolated. Let's throw them in a box and let them be awkward, lonely and isolated together! [He chuckles again, and breathes an amused sigh before explaining.] Again, noble, to be sure, but...misguided, perhaps. Overzealous? Well-intended, certainly. Alas, aside from a devilishly potent fashion sense, I have little to provide...unless you'd like to serve a poorly-roasted rabbit.

[But that doesn't mean he isn't willing to help. And he may or may not be one of those lonely, isolated people.]

Edited (the word awkward is an awkward word to type) 2017-12-07 06:55 (UTC)

I didn't really have anywhere else to go. This place saved my life, literally.

[A little smile, though, and when Dorian says that last bit, he laughs, shaking his head.]

I can't tell if you mean me or the portal, but you're right either way. Overzealous and well-intended are kind of my middle names. And I'm sure you could provide something.

[A little smile, earnest and genuine and certainly both overzealous and well-intended.]

Everyone's got something to offer.

Ah, I...I see. [Considering he was going home soon to take his father's place...a man who'd recently been assassinated for challenging the status quo...a stance Dorian intended to take as well, he realized suddenly he may well be in the same proverbial boat.] It seems to suit you well, this life-saving having occurred.

[Mischief dances in his eyes as he laughs.] I suppose I'll go with both, considering. [Though he looks thoughtful, stroking his goatee before rolling his shoulder in a shrug.] Well, I am rather charming and witty. I suppose I could offer to help set the other visitors at ease.

[And smooth, like the way he just sort of said he'd go...not that he's lonely and looking forward to it. Nope. He's helping, alright.]

Am I to assume your name is "Eddie", as the tag name implies? [He's still getting used to this whole social media thing.]

[Eddie actually laughs at that, a little self-deprecatingly.]

There I go, making things awkward again. Sorry about that.

[Shaking his head a bit, he shrugs.]

Thanks, by the way, for saying it suits me. Being alive. I don't think anyone's really said that to me before.

[Another laugh, this time at his own dumb joke, before he's grinning.]

I think you'd be great at that. I mean, you've already got me totally at ease and we've only been talking for what, five minutes?

[His expression takes on a bit of mischief, eyes bright.]

You're definitely hired. And yeah, my name's Eddie Thawne. Pleased to meet you...

[The end draws upward, leading.]

Dorian Pavus. [He inclines his head in greeting.] Charmed, I'm sure.

And it suits you rather well, Eddie. You have a rather disarming smile. If it were lost, the Quarantine would be poorer for it.

[He chuckles.] Yes, well, I grew up at soirees, political banquets, and fetes. I believe I've heard it referred to as "schmoozing" or something similar in the alien vernacular. I've had quite a bit of practice.

I am, actually. Charmed, I mean.

[A little grin, at least until Dorian comments on his smile, and then he laughs, a little self-deprecating.]

Wow, I think that's going a little too far. I get it, though, about the political stuff, and the parties. My dad was a politician, so I grew up around that kind of thing. Difference is, I've never been very good at the schmoozing thing.

[Dorian smiles in response.]

Naturally, and you clearly underestimate the potency of that smile, but humility can be an attractive trait. [And he chuckles.] Or so they say. It gives you quite a lot of clout in more pious circles, I'm told, but modesty has never been for me.

Ah, yes, well, you do have a more...Everyman feel to you. It makes you a good policeman, I'm sure. As it happens, I'll be filling my father's role in the Magisterium, the...Imperial Senate, as it were, so it serves well I am good at it, at least until someone sees fit to have me assassinated. [And it's spoken in that sort of nonchalant way that leaves it difficult to discern whether or not he's joking.] Personally, I'd much rather barter with wine or a nice mulled cider. [He taps his chin thoughtfully.] You should have that, at this cabin that is.

[For just a moment, Eddie's quiet, and then he abruptly laughs and flushes, his cheeks, ears, and throat starting to go pink.]

Wow. Okay. That's definitely going overboard, but. Sure.

[He might be cute now, but he didn't grow up cute and he's still not quite adjusted to compliments, doesn't assume his own attractiveness levels.]

Yeah. I like connecting with people, I like hearing their stories and everything, but I'm not good at charming people to an end. There's nothing wrong with it, just not my strength.

[A pause, and his blue eyes go abruptly very wide.]

Wait, assassinated? People do that that often where you come from? Oh man. I'm sorry.

[He doesn't really know what to say, and he shakes his head a bit, licks his lips nervously.]

And yeah, wine and mulled cider sound perfect for a nice warm cabin. Maybe some Bailey's for the hot chocolate.

You are far too modest, Eddie. [And Dorian smiles.] And you do a fine job of connecting.

[He chuckles.] Of course. It isn't a good party without a bit of death.

[Now, whether or not he's being serious is anyone's guess.]

But I'll refrain in light of the season. [And maybe he was kidding...?] I'm not sure what this "Bailey's" is, but there are few things that could improve on hot chocolate.

[He's grown a fondness for it, alright.]

[Eddie's brows stay up at that, though. Whether or not Dorian's teasing, that's...well, it's definitely an interesting response. It isn't the kind of thing Eddie's used to hearing, and after a second, he laughs, a little nervous but genuine.]

Wow. If there was any murder at my parents' parties, it was usually someone's reputation that died.

[A little smile, and he shakes his head a bit.]

Bailey's. It's a mixture of whiskey, cream, and sugar. One of the very few things that could improve on hot chocolate.

[He laughs lightly.] Oh certainly. Any good party ends in the death of at least one reputation and the acquisition of a fair bit of blackmail fodder. [He shrugs slightly.] Well, the memorable ones at least.

[He pauses for a moment, eyes looking away thoughtfully, and he strokes the small patch of hair on his chin as though trying to imagine this concoction. After a moment, he looks back to the camera.]

By whiskey, I assume you mean something stout? Like a dwarven spirit or, at the very least, something Ferelden? Ah...the potent drink, made to be taken in small amounts or mixed in something else, as well as to keep you warm? [He doesn't wait for a response before he nods.] I quite agree it would be an improvement. You should see to it Bailey's is also on the menu.

Edited 2017-12-31 05:09 (UTC)

[That gets a laugh out of Eddie.]

Maybe we didn't grow up as differently as I thought.

[And when Dorian asks about what whiskey is, Eddie grins at him.]

I don't know what Ferelden is, but I'm guessing dwarven is strong. Yeah, whiskey is exactly like that, taken just a bit at a time or mixed with something that compliments the flavour. I will absolutely make sure Bailey's is on the menu. If you've never had it, you've really got to try it.

I can help shopping and decorating. Trust me, you don't want me anywhere near the kitchen.

Oh good, because I don't mind decorating or shopping but cooking is going to keep me super busy.

Nice to meet you...?

[It raises at the end, a question. An invitation for her name.]

Alex. Alex Reagan. I'm new here, obviously. So I'm glad to have some place to go for the holidays.

Nice to meet you, Alex, and seriously, I appreciate the help. How long have you been here?

No problem! I've not got a lot going on here yet anyway. I'm not really a soldier or anything and I've just been here a little over a month.

Well, welcome to Riverview! I've been here almost a year, I think it'll be a year in...February? Or March? Wow. I can't believe it's been that long.

Thanks! Wow, that's a lot longer than I would have expected someone to be here, actually!

Did you chose to come here or did they bring you accidentally?

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