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it's another texting meme bc apparently that's all i have muse for

The Midnight Texting Meme

It's the middle of the night and you're trying to catch some z's — or brooding alone in the alleys, as one does — when your phone dings and suddenly a stranger or a friend is texting you. What could they possibly want at this hour? Is it important? Stupid? Are they drunk or maybe just needy? ~~Do they need help hiding a body???~~ Pick up your phone and find out!

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[ Stay with her, März...!! Clarith's brow furrows in concern at how out of breath he is, and she kneels down next to him, rubbing his back in soothing circles. ]

E-Ehhh!? You'd really do that for me...?

[ Wow, she's flattered! But then, a realization dawns on her. ]

B-But what about Frau Therese? Wouldn't she be worried if she found out you were gone!?

[ She says, as if her own parents wouldn't be worried about her if they find out she's missing. Yeah. She does Not think. ]

[ Gradually, März's heavy breathing lessens as the adrenaline leaves him. He appreciates the gesture as he slowly rises.]

Y-yeah! I woul-would! We're friends, aren't we?

[ Glancing upward, there's a silent beat or two because he's currently winded. Oh.... right. He clearly didn't think this through. ]

U-Um, I'm sure Mu-Mutti wouldn't mind. Uh, if–– if I tell her! If I went out for a little bit! We- we can hide out, for a couple days! A-and then maybe go home? Um.... m-maybe we can crash at Martha's for a bit! She'd understand!

[ Martha suddenly feels a chill down her spine, they're lucky the other girl doesn't live too far away.]

[ Relief washes over Clarith's face when she sees that he's mostly recovered, and she smiles when he says that they're friends. ]

Ehehe, you're right! Thanks, März. I already feel a little braver having you here with me...!

[ Because if she's being honest, she was feeling a little scared going out by herself at night, even if she knows the neighborhood is safe. At his next words, she gives a thoughtful hum, then nods in agreement because it's a better plan than she could've ever come up with. She didn't even have a destination in mind when she decided to run away! ]

Sounds good! Then we'll let Frau Therese know, just so she won't worry! [ Because she'd feel bad if she made the woman panic needlessly after inadvertently dragging März into her mess. ] And then we'll stay over at Martha's until this whole thing with Vati blows over! [ A beat, and then she deflates a bit. ] I mean, I hope it'll blow over by then...

[ Because even if Herr Ewald said her father wouldn't be in trouble, what if...what if he was lying! And her father lost her job because of her! How could she show her face at home ever again! ]

Edited (sdfklgs sorry i wanted to change the icon) 2021-10-03 22:51 (UTC)

Mmhm…! I’ll text her now.

[ Yeah fortunately for the both of them, Therese is asleep. Otherwise she’d be a nervous wreck; she’s probably call Laetitia too. Martha on the other hand is awake—doing some house things and dealing with the theatrics of her guardian. ]

Ohhh, if that’s the case can you text Martha? ‘m gonna text Mutti now.

[ Reaching into his pocket, he opens up his phone and März texts his mother this: hi mutti don’t freak out too much but I went out with clarith tonight and we’re staying at Martha’s!! I love you!! 💖 and he hits send. He looks up back up at her again and places a reassuring hand onto her shoulder.]

I’m sure it will blow over, so don’t worry Clarith!

[ He shoots her a hopeful smile, then retracts his arm to mimic her signature pose with her fist bump in the air!]

It’ll be A-OK! ✨Who knows, things may change by the time tomorrow comes!

[ Whether it'll be for better or worse, März doesn't know, but he's leaning to it being resolved at least!]

[ She can't help but giggle a bit at his imitation of her. Well, if he's going that far to try and cheer her up, then she can't argue with that! ]

Eheh, if you say so, März, then I'm sure it will...! I mean, there's no way Vati will be mad forever, right?

[ Best case scenario, nothing bad came about from Herr Ewald reaching out to her father, and this is all just an embarrassing situation for the both of them. Worst case scenario, well...she doesn't want to think about it right now. She'll cross that bridge when she gets there. ]

We should probably get going, though, since it's already dark. I'll text Martha on the walk there!

[ As she says that, she goes to compose a quick message of: Hi Martha! Can we spend the night? We'll be dropping by your place in a bit! ✨ and then presses send. ]

Yep! I'm sure he won't!

[ Best to stay on the positive side! As they're beginning their walk to Martha's, März taps at his chin.]

I feel like Martha's house is at the end of this street, with a cute picket fence?

[ Martha has been on and off dozing for the last half hour in her and... her guardian's cute little ranch house on the sofa by the television. So when Clarith's text comes through, her phone falls on her face and with a groan she rubs her bleary eyes to read the text.

She does a double take, because, huh??? But she comes off as blunt as ever.]

[txt]: we?
[txt]: whose we, did y'all get into trouble or smthin
[txt]: but i'll go get the blow up mattress ready lemme know when ur close to the front

Mm, I think you're right! I haven't visited myself before, but I think I've passed by it a few times while running errands for Vati and Mutti...!

[ It's a little surprising that she hasn't gone to visit Martha's house sooner, but then again, she's never had to run away and take refuge at someone else's house before. When Martha's message comes through, she glances down at her phone, briefly worried that it might be her father messaging her, but relief soon washes over her face. ]

[txt]: um
[txt]: something like that?
[txt]: well it's just me who's in trouble
[txt]: probably
[txt]: märz is just coming along with me for support!
[txt]: but will do! ✨

[ Yeah, that is a perfectly clear explanation of what's happening and not at all worrying whatsoever. ]

Me neither! I've always wanted to visit also... guess there's a first time for everything right?

[ so much 2 do so much 2 see so much 2 see on the backstreet––]

Oh, did she get back? What did she say?

[ Hefting herself up, Martha goes to grab the air mattress for them. She passes by her guardian's room and hears the telenovela's audio drifting through the hallway as she goes to grab the box from the hallway closet. Once the box is in her hands, she drags it out near where the sofa is (for now at least) and takes it out and turns it on and it slowly begins to fill with air. She takes this time now to check her phone because she felt it buzzing before.]

[txt]: 🤔
[txt]: uh huh, k, i won't ask questions till u get here lol
[txt]: wait, what, märz too??????
[txt]: ...
[txt]: do u guys want anything 2 eat btw.......... i will make u guys sometihng

Yep, you're right! [ A nod. ] But oh! She said she was getting the air mattress ready, and to let her know when we were close to her house!

[ Speaking of which, it seems like Martha's gotten back to her again, so she goes to check her phone. She's grateful that she won't question her about the precarious situation she's gotten herself (and März) into for now, because it's really not the type of conversation she'd like to get into through text. ]

[txt]: i'll explain later, i promise!
[txt]: but food would be great, danke schön! ✨
[txt]: i can help out too when we get there!

[ And sent! She then glances back over at März. ]

Martha said she'd make us some food when we get there! Is there anything you'd like in particular, März?

Ah, I'm so glad Martha's prepared! [ There's a beat as they continue on their way. He smiles ~~like the moonlight~~ brightly.] To be honest, I'm a little nervous !

[ Not because well, of Martha's guardian. Whole different story.]

I've never been to a sleepover before so... but like, it's a good kind of nervous, d'ya get me?

[ Depending on how long they stay that is.]

[txt]: ...ok; also v concerning but i trust u lmk when ur close
[txt]: nd how's breakfast for dinner?
[txt]: i'll prob cook smthin light
[txt]: so u can rest easy when ya get here
[txt]: oh uh, d'ya want any tea, i can give y'all decaf

[ Though it'd probably be better to start cooking when they arrive since breakfast food tends to get cold pretty fast. Martha'll shuffle over by the couch in the meantime to wait for them.]

Oh yeah, I get you! I've never been to one before either, so it's [ dokidoki da wa♡ ] exciting!

[ Clarith nods with enthusiasm to März's words. While she regrets that she accidentally texted her father's boss and ended up exposing him right in front of him, in a way...things worked out! After all, she and März never would have gotten the chance to sleep over at Martha's if she hadn't ended up running away, right? Right? This was a prime example of...what was it again? Oh! Serendipity! That's how she's choosing to see this anyway. ]

[txt]: ok! we should be there in the next 5 mins or so! ✨
[txt]: breakfast & tea sounds lovely!
[txt]: thank you again, martha! see you soon! :D

[ And with those messages sent, Clarith will suddenly grab März's hand and take off at a brisk pace (but you know, slow enough not to flare up his asthma again). ]

Come on, März! Let's get going before we keep Martha waiting!

[ März’s eyes glimmer with excitement, he nods flashing Clarith a bright smile.]

Okay! I’m right behind you!

[ He now matches Clarith’s pace as they head off briskly. Whenever they do come upon her house, it makes him giggle a bit when they near the fence.]

…It’s kind of like we’re Hänsel and Gretel, only this isn’t a magical cottage made out of sweets…

[ He’ll follow closely behind her when they come upon their front door and stoop.]

Should we just knock, or?

[ Upon getting Clarith’s message, Martha’s back on her feet and shuffles into the kitchen. She effortlessly removes some plates, a pan, and will skim through some of the ingredients in their fridge. Though a small part of her is hoping her guardian doesn’t come out to find them. In case she does she will cover for them, because that’s what friends do.

She also fills the kettle with water and sets on the burner enough for four–– just in case her guardian came out. When she wraps up prep, she shoots Clarith a message.]

[txt]: np see u soon! 👍

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it's another texting meme bc apparently that's all i have muse for

i'm 😭 abt all of this LOL

😭😭 honestly me too DKSLFKLKDF

the dumb shenanigans these kids deserve 😭

they do!! also ur so valid i feel u its all good

thank u 😭

np!!! i love these well braincell kids LMAO; 1/2

2/2 i gotta remake my icons but :sob:

i love them too!! 🥺💞 but also ur so valid 😭

1/2; 🥺💞 same glad 2 kno their big brain adventures lead 2 chaos

2/2; ty i don't have anymore than the ones here bc cus i lost them in a glitch 😭

it do!! 🥺 but also omg noooo that sucks 😭 i'm so sorry

1/2;

2/2; it's fine 😭 i'll get to remaking them at some point LOL i need more funny judgy expressions

i believe in u 😭 judgy expressions are important to have 😌

1/2;

2/2; LMAO TY they sure are! this will be the best sleepover