A quick summary of their accomplishments in the two weeks they were at the manor:
Malcolm: has a full time job at the school district now. He gained the artistic trait and has advanced to around 6 in painting. He also gained handiness skills. He kept his genius and childish traits, but now also has nurturing and neat.
Laurie: no longer a technophobe who sabotages electronics (easily impressed instead). She's advanced to around 6 in athletics and has some cooking and handiness skills.
Leona: has almost maxed the piano skill. No longer mean-spirited (excitable instead). Some cooking and handiness skills. She earned 2 points of athletics in the cursed sarcophagus and gained back 2 days in age while in the blessed one.
Jamison: gained 2 or 3 points in athletics and around 5 points in handiness. Has also reached level 7 in cooking. He's the best cook of the bunch, and has the highest video gaming skills too.
Martin: has reached around level 8 in piano and gained about 4 points in guitar. He has a couple of points in cooking too. Also an avid video game player. He's the only YA of the group.
The upper floor: 3 small dormer bedrooms, a shower/tub combo. The house had one good computer, and I added a second one. Also, added a few more wall decorations and plants up here.
The first floor: a double bed (Malcolm: hint, hint), nice kitchen and living area. Good stereo in the dining room, and a bookcase and TV in the living room. I gave them a video console too. The back room was a converted garage. I took out the garage door and made it another room. Added a rocking chair, chess table, easel, and crib (Malcolm: hint, hint!).
Back yard: a juice bar--there was no room for it in the house. I also added a toy box because both Laurie and Malcolm are childish--also for any kids who might show up. The water slide and grill were already there.
It was late when they arrived here, so they were tired and hungry. Malcolm made himself a quick drink.
And so did Laurie. If these two do end up together, I'll probably move them out to another place.
Martin went right outside to the water slide, snow and all!
Leona used the rocker while Jamison headed straight to the kitchen.
Pumpkin pie! I think the subjects will eat well. They've all gotten past the burnt waffles stage.
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Once everyone knew that Leona was going to be ok, Bunter called Ruth up for a date. It was getting late though. They met up at a small park near her house, and inspired by Piers' igloo, Bunter made one of his own, with Ruth helping. (Watch the sunset as you look at the next few pics!)
Bunter crawled inside and invited Ruth to cuddle with him. She went right in after him.
Bunter: You'll like it in here, Ruthie. It's a lot warmer!
Ruth: Oh yes, this is real cozy!
Bunter: We probably don't need our coats on. ...Here, let me help you take yours off.
Bunter: Ruth...
Ruth: Vinnie...
Both (at the same time): Ohhh!
Barefoot and bare-chested in the snow. It must have gotten hot in that igloo!
Then I had to watch their strut of pride as they crossed the street to the pub. Notice the one dude playing the bass by the outhouse. HA! ...And I love the lighthouse in this world. It's easily seen from all around Rinn Fada.
Bunter serenaded Ruth. She has the virtuoso trait--and is also artistic, I believe--along with her more challenging traits! I'm sure she loved Bunter playing for her.
Then he summoned a special meal for them. No greasy hot wings for a genie and his date!
Me: You're looking a little moon-eyed there, buddy.
Bunter: I want to spend more time with Ruthie.
Me: I think we can make that happen, Vinnie. ...Just don't get into any trouble. She's a bit of a spitfire!
Bunter: I can handle her.
Me: Uh huh. Right.
