don't threaten me with a good time

Everest

'Two whole days." Ever agrees, pursing his lips hard enough as he nods that his dimples came out. He can't help but roll his eyes to hear that Mateo is going to take advantage of his schedule, but honestly, there's no one else he'd rather be spending his time with anyway.

Memorizing the common and latin names, the paramedic vows from that year forward, to always have and give Amaryllis' as gifts instead of poinsettias. Taking a few pictures of Mateo as he takes pictures of the lights, Ever forwards them on to his roommate that he might inception his own Instagram feed if he so chooses.

Smiling awkwardly at the doorman who, despite Ever's appearance, seems to be able to peer into his soul such that he knows he doesn't belong, the paramedic follows his friend into the bar. Blinking against the low lantern light that's probably meant to come across as quaint, Ever arrives in time to hear the bartender listing a number of holiday cocktails with absurd names and even more absurd price tags. 'Something with cranberry, please.' He orders, before turning around and inhaling. "Oh." Nudging Mateo, Ever nods toward a small stage in the corner where a trio of burlesque dancers were beginning to set up.

even if i had to lose you to know you,
i'd still be that temporary phase that you grow through