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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

On the phone, Major hurried upstairs to Eden’s bedroom. “She’s in Chestnut Ridge. Find her. Call me when you do.” Major stood over her crib. “I finally found you. You’ll be home soon.” #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

D: Yeah, there was this new girl. Eden. She’s from the country. She was pretty chill. M: What name did you just say? D: Eden? M: And she’s from the country? D: Yeah. Uh, chestnut I believe. Major hurried out of the room. D: Dad? #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

M: Yurrr! What’s good. You just gettin in? D: Yeah. Was chillin with my girl. M: You being safe? D: Haven’t made it past kissing haha. And her friends were there. M: Mmmhm. Good. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

After the hang, Dallas returned home and did a work out. He didn’t think much about anything other than the family business and his girl. That’s all that mattered to him. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Lucille’s friend group walked over and joined them. “Guys, this is Sophie.” E: Hey everyone. Yall can cal me Eden. L: Well… Eden, this is my friends. And my boyfriend, Dallas. Dallas: Nice to meet you. Eden: You too. L: Green eye twinning I see. Haha #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Eden changed and arrived at the center. “Hey Luci!” L: Hey! Soph! You made it! They two talked and got to know each other a bit before more people showed up. “Oh those are my friends and my boyfriend. Guys over here!” #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

E: Hey mom! C: Hey baby, how was your day? Made any friends? E: I did. They wanted to see if I could hang out. They were gonna hang at the community center later. C: Don’t you have homework? E: I will get it done. I promise please. C: Okay. Two hours tops. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Three o’clock came and Charlotte paced the porch waiting for Eden. Hoping for her safe return home. And in the distance. That red seater appeared. “Hey!” Charlotte waived. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Eden: I’d love that. Thanks! I’ll meet you there! Lucille: Cool. I’ll send you the addy. For the first time in a while, she could experience real friends. Not just people around town or her family. Just kids her age that she can relate to. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Eden sat down and pulled out her books and did her work before lunch where she was befriended by Lucille. “I’ll show you the ropes around here Sophie. Where are you from?” Eden: I’m from Chestnut Ridge. L: Oh, country girl. Nice! We are hangin after school. Come? #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Eden made it to school just before the bell. She was greeted my the principle. “You must be Sophie! It’s a pleasure to have you here. I’m sure you’ll have an amazing time.” Eden: Thank you! She walked inside and looked around and all the kids in their friend groups #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Eden came down stairs. “Morning ma.” C: Morning baby. Please be careful today. E: I will. I promise. C: I put on the transcript your middle name instead of Eden so you’re aware. Have a great day today. Make lots of friends. E: Love you mom. C: Love you too. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Tucked away in a cozy ranch, Charlotte sat in deep thought. This week was one she was dreading. School was coming and she was not ready for that conversation. A teenager shut in for years wanted a taste of being a kid… #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

O: Maybe that’s just the way her country lifestyle is? You need to stop looking for this girl and start looking for A girl. L: Sorry and where’s your girl? O: Waiting for me to get on the beach. That’s where Brodie. L: Yeah. Maybe she’s a country girl. O: Haha. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

L: Our friend from camp… O: Oh my- you’re still hung up on this girl? L: Dude, she was so chill and then just never heard from her again. O: It was camp, pre cellphones. It was bound to happen. L: Yeah and then you come across them on line but she’s. Ghost. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Landon: Bro, we should take a trip somewhere. Would you be down to hike? Oscar: Like woods and mosquitos and stuff? Landon: Yeah. Like we used to in camp. O: Buddy, that was a lifetime ago. I’d rather surf. L: You know who’d be up for it? Sophie. O: Who? #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Star: So… girlfriend, huh? Louis: Would you like to be? Star: Depends. Is that what you want me to be? Louis: Well, of course. Will you be my girlfriend? Star: Yes. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

But that doesn’t mean she was safe from family scrutiny. Zoya walked in and saw her little rendezvous with some boy… but she chose to let her be and to make good choices. And the exchanged look they made, Zoya knew she’d do just that. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Louis: God that was hot! He leapt onto her, kissing her on full lips and on her rose scented neck. He was drunk off her kisses and she slowly became off of his. A rush of energy in a royal place safe from public scrutiny. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Star got in Mrs. Crumplebottom’s face. “Don’t ever lay your hand on he again. Or it’ll be the last time you do anything. Though, I get a feeling you don’t have long anyway.” Mrs. Crumplebottom hurried out of the lounge. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Mrs. Crumplebottom stomped over and hit Star with her purse. But Star wasn’t having it. She grabbed her glass and threw her wine in her face. “You crazy old bitch! What is your issue?!” She yelled at her. Louis: Yeah! Don’t hit my girlfriend! #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Louis: Now that’s what I call a first kiss. Star: You haven’t seen nothing yet. But before they could go further, there was yelling. A woman storming over to them. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

The tension between the two grew heavy but then… their lips pressed… the nerves were gone. It was now just them. Young royal love. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Louis stood and gazed into Star’s eyes. “What?” She asked. L: You’re just breathtakingly beautiful. She blushed. She noticed him inching forward slowly so… she did as well… #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Star and Louis walked inside and grabbed a seat at the bar. They talked and flirted over expensive wine. Louis was everything she was and more. A puzzle piece she was missing. The prince and the star. No pun intended. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Star made it to the lounge texted and saw him outside waiting. “Hey you. You look breathtaking” he greeted, pulling her in for. Warm hug S: Thank you. I love your style. Let’s get out of the cold. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Star’s phone buzzed. Louis. “It’s him!” L: open open! Star opened it. “Hey gorgeous. Wanted to know if you’re free to go on a date with me tonight. Star: I am. See you at 6? Louis: I can’t wait ❤️ Larissa: Ahh! You have a date! Let’s go find Abby! #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Throughout the week, Star and Louis texted and called and FaceTimed daily since meeting. “What is he like?” Larissa begged for details. S: He is so amazing! We have been talking about seeing each other again. L: Star you literally have to! This is the mission! #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

As she hoped, he watched her walk away. Her hips swishing from side to side was drawing him in. Her talons were in. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Star: I should get going. Here’s my number. Use it. Louis grabbed a rose and handed it to Star. “I’ll use it. Have a good night beautiful.” Star accepted the rose. “Have a good night as well, handsome.” She smiled, walking back to her friends. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The girls watched the interaction from afar. Star and Louis are really hitting it off. Suddenly it didn’t feel late anymore. He was smooth and funny and… handsome. I guess you could say charming. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The girls scurried away except Star. “Scared of nothing. Just was teasing. I’m Star.” “Louis. A pleasure to meet a beautiful girl like yourself.” He said. “A flirt. The pleasure is all mine.” She flirted back. The two talked for a bit longer… #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The girls were picked up by Olivia and hung out around the city. They stopped in front a royal families house. “Liv, I dare you to knock.” O: I’m not knocking! Are you crazy? S: Not you being scared. Prince: Scared of what? The girls jumped and turned to him. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Star and the girls heard of a nightclub beneath a Library in Ondarion. “You think we will meet a prince tonight?” Larissa asked. Star: I hope I meet one. Abby: On the look out then! The night wen t on and the girls changed and left the club as it grew cold… #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Once dinner was finished and Major was about to go conduct business, Lyric stopped him. “Let me show you how thankful I am for you before you go. Please.” Major folded. “Alright. I like the sound of that.” #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The rest of the family arrived as the food finished cooking. They all talked and greeted one another, filling the house with much needed joy and love. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Thanksgiving came and Zoya was the first to show up. She sat and talked to Dallas about life and family giving him great advice. “Just be careful of the path you take. It can change so suddenly.” #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The way Dallas looks at Lucille… is undeniable. His first love. And she didn’t hold back her feelings either. Growing up together was one thing, but this, this is what they wanted and finally got. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

After school they hung out for. But. “Doing anything for Thanksgiving?” She asked. “Fam comin over to hang. You?” Dallas answered. “I’m just going out of town to visit family. Text me to keep me from dying of boredom?” She asked. “I will.” #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Dallas pulled away and caught his breath. “Wow.” “Wow is right.” She blushed. “Will you be my girlfriend?” He asked. Lucille smiled. “I’d love that. Yes.” #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Dallas leaned forward. Eyes on hers. She didn’t move. She felt the same. He hoped. His lips pressed against hers. Warm. Glossy but he didn’t mind. It was her. His crush. They shared their first kiss. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Suddenly the air between them was tense. Heavy. Dallas looked at her in complete awe. As did she. This was the moment. Now or never… well later but why wait? #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Dallas blushed. “I… I like you too, Luci.” “Good. I’m glad I’m not the only one in this love boat.” She giggled. “Also I love the facial hair.” D: Thanks. I was kinda worried but it’s growing on me. Literally. She cracked up at that pun. L: Punny punny man. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Time went on and Dallas and Lucille started flirting more and more in the halls and through texts. But today was the day he finally confessed to her…. “I like you Dallas.” She beat him to the punch. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Dallas hurried to the bathroom and called his dad. “Dad, the guy that killed grandma is here at my school.” Major: Why? What’s he want? D: He’s presenting at career day. What do I do? M: Nothing. You do nothing. I’ll catch his ass slippin D: Bet. Iight pops. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

When Dallas turned around, he was shocked at the man presenting before him… he was bold to show his face without his men close by. Or were they? Dallas was vulnerable. Lucille was too…. Damnit. What does he do now? #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

She watched a career presentation while Dallas walked away. Still stealing glimpses of her presence. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Dallas walked inside and that’s when he saw her. Lucille. She was different. Confident. Sexy. Last year she was quiet with few friends. Stayed in her books. But kind. This year she seemed edgier… she he couldn’t take his eyes off of her… #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Dallas spent his day taking notes and listening to music. During lunch he payed basketball with the PE class before being kicked out. During last class they took a trip to Career Day. #TheBaldwins

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Simmer Smiley @simmersmiley.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Dallas showered, ate, and went to school. “Morning Dallas. Are we going to have a good day today?” The principal asked. D: Of course. When do I ever have bad days. Principal: Dallas, please. Dallas: Haha, I got you Mr. P. #TheBaldwins

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