A small smile spread on her lips at his teasing but his concern for her is what warmed her heart the most. She knew she'd have to tell him, not about the letters -- no that would be easy. She'd show them as soon as they got home. It was the other thing she had been holding back from talking about... - ThreadSky

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renirenren.bsky.social • 2 days ago

A small smile spread on her lips at his teasing but his concern for her is what warmed her heart the most. She knew she'd have to tell him, not about the letters -- no that would be easy. She'd show them as soon as they got home. It was the other thing she had been holding back from talking about...

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renirenren.bsky.social•2 days ago

She'd have to talk about her feelings. And that frightened her more than her father or the threat of him ever did.

"Of course, love. I have two letters so far. I've kept them in case I needed them for more clues. I'll show you when we get home."

cioccolatocaldo.bsky.social•2 days ago

Alex's ears went pink at the name, twitching in happiness despite the news. He remembered what Vanya and Ian had told him - that he needed to talk to Ren.

He knew they were right, but was it a good time? Ren had her father to worry about now - and the thought of him sobered his mood in an instant.

cioccolatocaldo.bsky.social•2 days ago

"Sounds good," he agreed with a nod and a gentle squeeze of her hand. "Should I go straight to your room after? Or...?" Alex trailed off as a different voice began singing, dragging his attention unwillingly back to the stage. Another woman stood there now, front and center.

cioccolatocaldo.bsky.social•2 days ago

He shot a look to Ren, confused and a bit concerned. Was this part of the show?

renirenren.bsky.social•2 days ago

Ren had been to more plays, performances and operas than most. The moment Alex turned as the music started again, she looked too and saw the Understudy.

She shook her head and furrowed her brow. “Something is wrong. Ivy’s understudy is on stage.”

A fear began to gnaw at her. It could have been

renirenren.bsky.social•2 days ago

something as small as Ivy needing an extra break, sore throat, but something in Ren knew better. “Wait a bit, see if she returns. If not, we need to find our friends.” She began to scan the audience, making note of where everyone was and if they looked concerned too.

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