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Amorey had looked visibly uncomfortable in the heat due to her winter outfit from what Veronica could tell, even after unzipping her clothing slightly and removing her hat and scarf; so, she’d been expecting her offer of help to be accepted. She’d had it ingrained over the years that she needed to be of service to those around her, partly in an attempt to gain their friendship without forcing it herself. Having it declined left her somewhat stunned as she felt a conflicted between that subconscious need to be of help to others and the blessed relief that she didn’t need to carry the very heavy looking backpack.

‘[color=a8a1cd]I think I might go over to a bench or something and get all my stuff off before I run around, I do appreciate both of your help. Thank you.[/color]’

Veronica hated that she was overthinking this fleeting interaction, and acting as if Amorey had wronged her when it was entirely the insecurities within her own head. She was glad that Sofia had spoken up before she could as she was still taking a moment to process what the newest arrival had said before she left in search of Andy. Even so, she was already turning inwards as she ran her hands up her arms and made herself hunch a little smaller, even if she was taller than the other two.

[color=9966CC]"No problem, Amorey, and I bet you can get sorted out and join the party later.”[/color]

[color=B300B3]”You’re welcome, and she should be around here somewhere. See you soon!”[/color] Veronica called after Amorey as she went towards a bench to offload some of her gear, perhaps sounding a little too cheerful as she pulled herself out of her melancholic thoughts. Sofia had turned back towards her to continue where they’d left off earlier.

[color=9966CC]"So you still want to head to the bar and not get drunk? since it seems like Amorey may not need our help at the moment.”[/color] Sofia looked to pause for a moment before continuing, clearly thinking about something. [color=9966CC]"Or we can do something else if you want, I do not care at the moment.”[/color] Veronica felt herself giggling at Sofia’s blasé statement though she turned bright pink a moment later as she tried her best not to laugh for long after almost offending the girl earlier. She did notice the girl’s gaze lingering on the sleds across the other side of the party.

[color=B300B3]”Maybe we could have a try sledding? Since you keep looking at the hill, I’d assume that’s where you want to go?”[/color] Veronica continued to make her way towards the bar, turning herself round so she was now walking backwards as she spoke with Sofia, giving her a warm smile. [color=B300B3]”Drinks first, since we’re heading there now? And then food after sledding?”[/color]

When she turned back around, and caught sight of yet more new and unfamiliar demigods she could feel her panic rising, at least for half a heartbeat or so before she could stifle it. However, the sight of Lochlan’s taut shirt across his torso caused her heartrate to quicken all the same, while her eyes roamed freely over his body as he called out for everyone to join him for drinks. [color=8E0047]"Shots!"[/color]

Veronica, approached the bar with Sofia hopefully not far behind and looked around at the assorted drinks wondering what to have for a shot. Lochlan’s invitation was answered almost immediately afterwards by his sister in tow, [color=c9bef3]"Hell yeah!"[/color] which of course drew Veronica’s attention to her as well, where her outfit left very little to the imagination, yet lingered in your thoughts. She could feel her breath quicken as the crowd around the bar was bustling with ever increasing numbers of beautiful bodies.

Veronica looked around the assorted bottles before attempting to reach over for a bottle of what looked to be vodka, thinking it would make a simple shot to join in without too much effort while Blair was getting them glasses.

However, another hand took the bottle first, so Veronica looked up from the bar to stare at the stranger who opened the bottle and poured herself a quick shot before placing it back. She smiled a little nervously, as she admired the tall girl while trying not to stare; absentmindedly licking her lips which were suddenly feeling a very dry after first Lochlan, then Blair and now this towering shield maiden; even if she was only half a foot taller than Veronica.

[color=c9bef3]"Tequila?"[/color] She heard Blair suggest to Lochlan while she reached over for lime, salt and glasses that she began to set up on the bar in front of them all. A short male figure with intricately braided hair had also arrived, asking a general question to all there, likely brought over by Lochlan’s shout.

[color=#0d0e20]"Anything good over here?"[/color]

[color=c9bef3]"Yeah, shots!"[/color] she heard Blair answer them back.

Her own plan of a simple malibu and coke had already been delayed by group shots, and perhaps her goal of minimal drinking was in danger already as well.

[color=c9bef3]"Who’s in?"[/color] Blair asked of the crowd and Veronica gently put the vodka back down without pouring any out. She thought tequila might be better to ease into it, even as she cast an uncertain look towards the woman already with vodka in hand. Veronica could feel herself blushing with embarrassment over having taken a bottle only to do nothing with it, alongside her shy ogling of multiple people.

Raising her hand nervously to get Blairs attention Veronica put herself forward to take part [color=B300B3]”sure?”[/color] she didn't volunteer Sofia though she did hope her new friend would join her.

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