Gonna kinda timehop bc I've been busy w my ministry all day and haven't gotten to be apart of this lol.))

My peeps all kind of jumbled together | everyone else

Chandler's ears perked up at the word 'music', but before she could express any interest, the other girl seemed to drag Simon away. Which was funny, considering she'd noticed him staring at her in her periferral vision. She wondered what the true scenario there was, whether they were dating or just a budding romance. Either way, it seemed Marley wasn't open to having a third 'buddy' accompany them into the music store, so she stayed quiet, feeling once again a legitimate pain in her gut. She knew she'd get over this guy soon, and it'd all be fine. No emotions, no nothing. That would be truly divine.

Now it had seemed that four remained, her original group plus one. "So, this is gonna sound a little crazy, but I'm dying to see my worship space. I'm sure that's boring, so I can wait until later, but..."

"No, that sounds like a really fun time. I'm in," Kierstan replied happily. He turned politely over to Chee, then Sam, gesturing to Chandler. "I'd love to get to know you all better, do either of you want to come with?"

Chandler, suddenly pleased with Kierstan's enthusiasm, decided that maybe the most attractive guy wasn't the best guy on this trip. So what, Simon was taken? She was sure that if Marley was having difficulty keeping his eyes on her, it would be no different if she were in the other woman's place. Besides, she was wildly independent, and she never chased boys. They always chased her--except, it seemed, the ones that she was actually attracted to.

Laurence noticed Sam eyeing the bridal shop, but said nothing while the other three tried to negotiate a plan. He said, "you can go with them, Sam, or you can go track down Marley and Simon. Or you can hang out here with me, I'm not doing anything, I was actually gonna go check out a couple of these little shops and make some connections here in town. You just can't go anywhere alone..."

After a few moments, he'd realized that the woman had slipped off into the bridal shop beside them, and with his own curiosity, he excused himself to go get her.

Noticing a true smile on her face, he hesitated, almost wondering if he should just leave her be. He decided against it, as her trainer and guardian for the afternoon.

"Marriage isn't all it's cracked up to be. The wedding is fun, but it gets hard. Not trying to burst your bubble or anything, I'm sure the queen of eventing has suitors lined up around the block, huh? Like that guy from last night? Simon from today?" He gave a teasing smile and crossed his arms thoughtfully. "Your friends are leaving, they're going to check out Chandler's church. You can go with or stay here with me, your choice. You just can't be alone."

All Good <3 Lol )

Samantha Starr / M: Group,Laurence.

She had continued to awefully admire the store for a good few moments,actually imagining how one would look on her body as her eyes looked back at herself in the mirror.Sam darent pick one up and hold it up to her chest to admire how it would look,feeling as though her urge would ruin such a perfectly good fantasy.The young woman flinched as the door opened,her eyes flitting to his familiar shape of the instructor.

Her teeth scraped on her bottom lip as she bit it gently at his words,not being able to stop herself glancing to his ever-gleaming ring.

"Oh yeah - Because the one from last night was just my type.."

She murmured defensively,shooting him a lightly agrivated glance before returning to looking at the shop walls.Perhaps it was the fact he'd implied the people outside were her friends that had pushed her buttons- she didnt have those.Didnt Need those.All they did were judge her after all - right?

"Besides - You ought to take some lessons to help you cover up your jealousy.Its not a good Colour on you."

The Blonde offered a beautifully sarcastic smile,admiring a pair of shoes momentarily before deciding she was done having her interests questioned.Turning toward him,her eyes rested on the group that were gaily chatting amongst themselves - laughing and joking about something little she presumed.Her expression was thoughtful,a little troubled even before she quickly regained her composure at the realisation Laurence was still in the room, Pushing her bag strap futher up onto her shoulder.

"Where are we going first then?"

She had deadpanned,clearly not impressed by the whole notion of not being able to isolate herself.Sam headed out the door,holding the door behind her for once to let him catch up.Her cool eyes watched the group begin to head off,knowing full well they hadn't thought of the fact she would be left behind.

It was then she realised it didnt matter who accompanied her,She'd always be Alone.The whole anxiety took a grasp over her body,as it often did most days but she was usually able to contain it.Keep it from showing.And it wasn't noticeable unless you really studied her demeanor - but it made her feel so shrouded by vulnerability.

"Just go with them.You know It'll be much more worth while - You seem like the Christian Type anyways."

Sam had snapped,turning away from him quickly and beginning to walk down the street.Her strides were rushed and quick,although she tried to remain as 'professional' as possible.She faked a huge interest in the bakery just down the street,in truth her mind utterly elsewhere.

(Will get Simon up in a Mo after eating my tea! :D)

Laurence | DCT | Sam

"Sam, wait," he replied, his long, lanky strides easily matching hers. He didn't feel a need to react to her attitude, since it seemed anything he could have said could have and would have been used against him.

"I'm not leaving you alone," he replied earnestly, not really sure how else to say it. This was a huge revelation moment for him, the realization of how broken and fragile she really was. "Not just because that's literally the only rule I gave you guys, but because I care about you, Sam. Not in a creepy way. I just genuinely care about your wellbeing. You can't close yourself off from everyone. Not like I'm assuming you've done for most of your life, yeah?"

He stood silently and watched her look at the baked goods in the window, knowing full well she was just avoiding looking at him. He watched her, a certain sympathy in his eyes that could not be described, but simply existed. It was rare, fleeting, but momentarily there. He did, truly, care for her.

(how are these guys such a good pairing too lol)

Samantha Starr / E / M: Laurence.

Her eyes rather professionally avoided him,a seemless routine of pretending not to care.Like she always did.Everyone but him,she thought with general irritation,finally turning her head just a little toward him.Sam's gaze was riddled with suspicion and mistrust,eyeing him up for a few moments before finally speaking,

"Yeah Sure."

She had simply fobbed him off,a little bewildered at the fact he had just practically explained her aim in life.Just to shut everyone off - How would he ever guess?Sam continued to stare helplessly at the food for another moment,shoulders tensing and cheeks gently flushing,

"Dont - Stop Looking at me like that!"

The blonde could feel that look his his eyes as she stood there,it seemingly making her feel weak and childish.She couldn't help but turn to face him as she said it in desperation,standing up a little taller and crossing her arms.Her eyes couldn't help but smile at the edges and soften as she turned to look at him,Quickly moving them away in frustration.Why couldn't he let her just be mad at him - Push him away?

She remained like this for a few moments before her posture became a little more submissive,raising a hand to push a wayward strand from over her face accompanied by a gentle sigh.

"Fine.Okay - Lets just.Stick to your Darn Rule then."

Sam huffed slightly,pushing her shoulders back to try and relax before re-adjusting the bag strap once more.She shut her eyes momentarily before standing aside from the bakery and looking to him expectantly.It wasn't often she let people aimlessly guide her around with no control over it- And her look said he best be grateful.

(Ikr!It just Shouldn't Work - At All xD Makes me so happy :3)

Simon Triba / Flame / M:Marley.

The young man simply offered an amuzed huff at her sarcastic comment,taking a moment to glance to the shelves himself as she asked.In truth he couldn't think of a particular artist - Song even that stuck out,

"I - Music isnt really my 'thing'.I listen to whatever plays on the radio you know?..Although me and Flame did this FreeStyle to.. - Maybe they dont have i - Ah! This."

A thoughtful smile crossed his lips,producing the CD case and studying it for a few seconds.It gave him good memories,immediately adding a lightness to his eyes.

"Living the Vida Loca - One of the best FreeStyle's We've ever done.Flame absolutely loves it, I swear he can't keep still when it's on."

Simon gave a chuckle,looking it at it for another few seconds before giving a laugh at the huddle of CD's held in Marley's grasp,

"Wow - You have extensive taste huh?Here,Let me help."

He took a few of the cases,happy enough to aid her shopping spree whilst casting an eye out the window as he waited for her to find what she was scouring the shelves for now.His eyebrows furrowed as he couldnt see the group in view,although they relaxed a little as he noticed Sam and Laurence not too far away.Simon's mind began to wander just a touch on the topic before desciding it wasnt his buisness.

"Hey - I think we may have lost the group?.."

(Np Lol - We so need to make them go shopping again for torture xD In some kind of professional sense too Lmao )

Samantha Starr / M: Laurence.

The blonde had shot him a nearly blank look as he teased her,raising an eyebrow and letting a tiny smile creep over her lips.She had slowly groaned as he said about his plan to meet people - It was just so typical of him Sam thought with a mental giggle.

"Laurence - You deceitful Troublemaker."

Her voice had come amused and teasing,looking to him rather uncertainly on the whole thing.Sam couldnt help stiffle a laugh at the Alien comment,almost analysing that smile of his for a few moments to confirm if he was joking or not before shaking her head in defeat,

"Fine.Okay - Just dont Make a Fool of me.Please?I have a reputation and all.."

Her eyelashes batted into a harmless wink,readjusting her bag strap again.The whole idea made her a little nervous - She'd never engaged in things like this,always having been instilled with the idea that looking flawless was key.And Goofing around,was not Flawless.But she didnt want to let him see that as well,he had seen enough of her for one day.Sam would much rather he only meet her visage she played - perhaps this pretending to be someone else wouldnt be too hard for her anyways..

Oh Yes, I cant Wait oh my Gosh xD)

Sam / M: Laurence,Irritable Shop Keeper Lmao.

Her mouth opened slightly to quip something cheeky on the professionalism comment,but before she had a chance was swept into the store.Sam couldnt help but freeze up slightly as he got incredibly close,his gentle voice in her ears sending some kind of shiver up her spine.She had to move her hair a few times rather quickly to avoid the air of what only could be near seduction felt through her veins for a moment.The blonde had to snap out of it as Laurence spoke,doing incredibly well not to stiffle a laugh as their eyes met,

"Oh are you joking me. - Miss.Miss?Did you write this in here?What an hilarious joke.Oh my gosh,Jesus was born in - J..Jerusalem!?"

Sam took the oppurtunity to release the laughter building up in her stomach,taking the book from Laurence in a mock-tempered manner and staring at the woman expectantly.The Strawberry-Blonde even put the effort in of an absolutely flawless Irish accent,Seeing Laurence glance at her in suprise for taking the role incredibly well.She could just tell how agitated this was making the shop keeper - and hey; Sam enjoyed confrontation.

"Have you read this?"

Sam snorted with utterly beautiful laughter,her gaze pointedly aimed at Laurence as she turned to show him a certain part,her shoulder leant against his.She had to question,was she having fun right now?