The Lilac Legacy 2.6
Caution: Language, adult themes, derpiness.
Last time on the Lilac Legacy: The Lilacs packed up and moved to a beautiful new home, Cyan tried to get Sky to relax and do better in school, Plum found out he was going to be father of baby number two, Lavender passed away [RIP] and was reunited with Alain at last, Sky was at the end of her rope with all of the loss and heartache in her life, and Navy, a beautiful baby boy was born. With the er, insane trait. Joy.
Notes from the author: I was really debating breaking the fourth wall by letting the Sims reference that they know their child's traits already, but I don't see what harm it could do. I just imagine the nurse handing them a printed slip after the birth saying 'Your child likes skydiving and tuna fish. Congrats."
We start this update with the aforementioned insane little bundle of joy. Don't his parents look thrilled?
Cyan: I just don't get it. Where did we go wrong? It must be from Plum's side of the family...
Plum: Oh mom... I wish you were here. You'd know what to do.
Honestly I think they're being a little over dramatic. Some of the most brilliant people were considered crazy by loads of folks. I think Navy's going to be just fine.
Of course, there's a chance he's dreaming about totally diabolical things and we wont find out until he's older. But that's the fun!
Plum is actually a really doting father. I think all the practice from raising Sky made him a lot more attentive.
Cyan: Hey Violet, how's it going? We're having a big birthday party at the new place, you and the Jet should come over!
That's right, birthdays! It was not only Cyan's birthday, but also Sky's AND baby Navy's as well. Holy cake, Batman!
Sky: Hey! I was just about to find out who the daddy was!
Fox: Day time television isn't more important than family bonding, go get ready for the party!
Sky: Aww...
As the guests were arriving, I spotted this truck outside the house. I had never seen it before, but it was accompanied by rather ominous music.
Oh my lawd, we're being attacked a fashionably challenged vampire. HIDE YO CHILDREN, HIDE YO WIFE.
Repo Man: Mu hahahah! Looks like someone's a little late on their payments to the mafia- I mean, government. I'll just be taking this handsome Asian man-
Uh Jet. Nice to see you and all, but you should probably move. I wouldn't put it past the Repo Man to take you as payment for last months' electric bill.
Jet: That tingles.
Out back, the party was getting started.
There you are little Red, I missed that sly grin! I still have a LITTLE regret she wasn't my Gen 2 founder, but Plum is awesome. *_*
Violet was here too, standing awkwardly by the buffet, like you do.
Jet: Come on honey, have a piece of cake. I like my girls with a little junk in their trunk, you know that.
Violet: You're right! I'm just going to throw it up later, so let's indulge!
Jet: ...
Same old Violet. You have to hate love her.
Stacie showed up as well and made a bee-line for Cyan. I think we all know why. ;) ;) ;)
Amethyst: Hey! No oggling my sister-in-law please! If you want something to stare at, come here!
Despite it being her birthday, Cyan was not having a great time. She kept wishing Lavender was there to celebrate and bursting into tears.
Violet: I'll make her feel better. Everyone feels better after hearing my acoustic rendition of "I'm Sexy And I Know It" .
Violet: Wiggle wiggle wiggle wiggle wiggle YEAH!
Sky: Why is my whole family crazy?
I feel you kiddo.
Sky: Yay... cake...
Stacie: Is... she okay? I know when I was twelve years old, I was super excited for birthdays.
Plum: Come on honey, give us a smile!
Sky: Well, I guess this isn't so bad. Maybe I'll be a total hottie!
AHH. AHHH. NO NO NO NO-
Next up was our little crazy genius, Navy, ready to venture into toddler hood-
Cyan: Eheh heh heh. This is the worst day ever.
Cyan must be part poodle.
Navy: Herple derp!
Jet: HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU-
Cyan: Ugh, I'm filthy and I don't feel well.
Also, lol at my mirror and dresser in the background and newly minted Navy. Best. SimOverLady. Ever.
Plum: Hey sis... I know we never really got to talk about mum, but I just want you to know I'm here for you.
Amethyst: I know big bro. She was a great woman and I think she really loved taking care of her grandchildren before she left. Thank you.
Amethyst: This party can be in her honor too. GO MOM!
Plum: And dad!
Cyan: Oh hi! I'm really sorry, the party's over. We still have some cake in the back if you're hungry though!
Sky: Mom, it's me. Sky.
Cyan: ... what? WHAT? What are you WEARING young lady! And is that a TATTOO, you just WAIT until your father sees you-
Sky: Mom, it's okay. This is who I am. I'm comfortable in my skin and I want to express myself.
Cyan: But... the hair. Really? Blue hair?
Sky: This is how I want to dress and that's it. Just leave me alone.
Cyan: What will the neighbors think?
Wow, Cy, way to be understanding.
Meanwhile, everyone meet little Navy!
Navy Lilac:
-Insane
-Genius
He has his dad's hair colour and mother's eyes. I think he's going to be a heart-breaker when he grows up.
Next door, Sky's room got a makeover. Out with the fluffy toys and in with the angst!
Sky: Okay, first day of high school. Just stay cool. My DS is charged and I have a couple of books to read during breaks...
Fox: Or you could make some new friends. Just sayin'.
Sky: Books and games don't judge me for my fashion sense. Like mom.
I think she's adorable, personally. *3*
???: Gonna be late, gonna be late, gonna be late, please don't let that be the bell, AUGH. Excuse me, do you have the time?
Sky: Yeah, it's about 8:30. First period just started.
???: Oh crap. I missed it. This is my first day here, are you a freshman too?
Sky: Yep. Your hair is sweet by the way, did you dye it silver?
???: No, it's natural believe it or not. I'm Snow, nice to meet you.
Sky: Sky. And wow, that is totally cool.
Sky: See? I'm making a friend. Aren't you proud?
Fox: Yus.
Snow: Who.. are you talking to?
Snow: We uh, better get to class. If my grades drop, my dad is going to KILL me. Would you walk with me?
Sky: Sure. I have first period English, I guess we better hurry.
Skipping school before the cute boy got there eh? Bad, bad girl.
Little Navy meanwhile, was back home learning to not fall on his cute little face. I love it when parents start teaching their kiddos autonomously
Plum: Look at how strong you are! Who's going to be my crazy little line-backer? It's you isn't it Navy!
Navy: @_@
Sky: Man... now I have homework. I should have skipp-
Plum: Skipped what?
Sky: Err, I mean I shouldn't have skipped study hall. This is pretty tough! Eheh.
Sky: So. I... made a new friend today.
Cyan: Oooh, I can tell from your tone that it's a boy. What's his name?
Plum: *cough* What.
Sky: His name's Snow... he's really nice. But he likes studying and stuff. He even does his homework on the bus ride home.
Cyan: Maybe you should take a page from his book, Sky. He could be a good influence on you.
Plum: .. boys touching my daughter.. kill... maim destroy...
Cyan: What was that honey?
Plum: Nothing dear.
Sky: Or I could be a bad influence on him... heh.
And then this happened. Plum's birthday snuck up on me. And he made this face the entire time he was celebrating. I think we know where Navy's crazy genes came from...
I'll just... leave this here.
Sky: Well, I'm an emo teenager and you're a loony baby so we should be the best of friends. Let's get you some dinner.
#Heart=Melted
After being a good sister and making sure her little brother didn't starve to death in his bedroom, Sky went upstairs and decided to give Snow a call.
Sky: You are a smooth, suave individual. You will not say anything stupid, you will be witty and fun. I... am really bad at this.
Snow: Hello?
Sky: Er.... hey baby. What are you wearing?
Snow: ... who is this?
Awks.
Sky: Heh... sorry about that. It's Sky. From school.
Snow: Oh! Hey Sky! Wasn't that pop quiz today just mental? Who gives quizzes on the first day-
???: Snow, get off the phone and finish your algebra. Now.
Snow: Oh.. I have to g- *click*
Sky: Hello? Well that was weird.
Sky: Jeeze. He must have really strict parents... I'll have to chat with him at school tomorrow.
Cyan: Honey, what are we going to do about Sky? Tattoos? Dyed hair? What is going on with that child?
Plum: She's not a child anymore, honey. She's trying to make her own way in the world and we have to accept that.
Cyan: I know. I want her to be happy but it's like she wants me to be mad at her. Didn't our teenager come with a manual?
The next day, Snow caught up with Sky after school. She looks more than okay with that.
Sky: Hey mister, you totally hung up on me last night!
Snow: I'm so sorry... I had forgotten to let my dad check my homework and I'm not allowed to socialize until it's done. You're not upset are you?
Sky: Tell you what. I'll forgive you if you hang out with me for the rest of the day. Deal?
Snow: Deal.
They spent the night chatting about their favourite bands, how dumb their parents were, and awkwardness in school.
Snow's hair attracted a lot of attention from the girls and Sky was still really awkward in general.
Snow: Haha, yeah, and then they showed us the swim team speedos- wait. Oh no, what time is it?
Sky: 11 or so I think, why? You should probably get a watch, haha.
Snow: I'm really sorry, but I have to go. Oh no...
Sky: Yeah, it is a bit late. Better not wake anyone up, mom would FREAK if she knew I was still out.
*Jaws theme music*
Sky: Oh... hey mom. What are you still doing up-
Cyan: Do you have any idea what time it is? I've been worried since dinner-
Sky: I went OUT okay? Jeeze!
Sky: Why can't you just understand that I'm old enough to make my own decisions now. If I want to stay out, I'm going to. You're smothering me!
Cyan: Wow. Okay, you need to calm down before you wake up your father.
Cyan: Why is it so hard to see that we're trying to help you? Your father and I care about you and want you to be safe and healthy. Is that so wrong of us?
Sky: Mom, telling me to not pierce my ears and dye my hair is not going to help me be "safer and healthier". I promise to be in at curfew if you promise to stop harping about my taste in clothes okay?
Cyan: It will be pretty hilarious to see how your aunts react at Christmas. I promise Sky. I don't want to fight anymore.
The next morning, exciting things were happening in the Lilac household. I walked in to... this.
The last time she did this was when Alain died-
*five minutes earlier*
Cyan: This is not happening...
Cyan: Just keep walking.
Oh ghosties, you are bent on tormenting poor Cyan the Coward aren't you?
Lavender: Pft, I'm just watching the game. Alain thinks the Beavers are going to win.
Ah, I see. No cable in the Ethereal Plains eh?
Navy: *wibble*
Yes, you're still adorable. I just want to squeeze your cheeks.
Plum: Ugh, what a day. Our bass player spent two hours complaining on the phone that his guitar strings were too "twangy". I could have strangled him.
Cyan: That's tough. I'm going back to work tomorrow and all I have to look forward to is cleaning out bed pans and bringing jello to old people. I wish they'd finally trust me with more responsibility at work.
Plum: Either that or you could take some more maternity leave. Then you wouldn't have to worry about it- what?
Plum: Oh.... oh! Mrs Lilac, you foxy thing you. C'mere...
Cyan: That tickles, haha, stop!
Sky: ???
Seriously Sky. Do I need to put another bathroom upstairs? Because you're seriously creepin'.
Regardless of what Cyan said, she was happy to be back at work. Being a gentle soul really gives her an edge when working with sick patients and she was given a promotion at work.
Cyan: Honey, I'm home- honey?
Plum: You are totally right, I shouldn't put it in there, it's far too big. There's no way it would fit!
Maid: Glad to help, sir.
Cyan: Plum Lilac, what are you talking about?
Plum: Oh hey Cy, Lilly, our new maid, was just recommending a new spot for the deck I'm building. There's just no room behind the house.
Cyan: I'm watching you, maid.
Maid: Huh?
Maid: Is there a problem here?
Plum: Problem? No way.
Cyan: Just watch your step, skinny wench.
Whoa, catty-city in the Lilac house today.
Plum: Are you okay? Was work stressing you out today?
Cyan: I'm fine... I just don't like beautiful women chatting you up when I'm not home.
Plum: You could always join us. ;););)
Cyan: Not going to happen, honey.
Thank you for reading and supporting the Lilac Legacy. UNTIL NEXT TIME!