The Masked Ball

Chance decided to take the plunge and organise a Masked Ball for everyone. So, after much excitement, and a few non-starters, everybody got into the spirit of things and decided to have some fun.

With gorgeous gowns galore and rich beauties to choose from, Chance was spoiled for choice when it came to dancing with partners.



Firstly, he decided to 'classic dance' with Sera.






All was going well, he couldn't keep his eyes off her....

then THIS happened....



Considering is hobby is Music and Dance, I swear he has two left feet.

At least she took it nicely.



So much so that we heard that familiar 'crush' tinkle.
And what's this? Shameless flirting.... from Sera??????



Uh oh, this is going to make the competition even tougher..... especially with the jealousy stuff going on.

Then it was the turn of Melinda.



Obviously, Chance was once again, bowled over by her startling beauty, and declared happily that she looked just like a princess. To which she blushed, before jiggling to the latest music on the stereo.





Yep, not a single stitch of classical music in sight. This was a fun 'ball' with great dances and clever moves.



Next on the list was Melanie. She too looked stunning. However, for some reasons unknown, she cold shouldered Chance and decided to dance with Melinda.



That didn't stop Chance though, for soon afterwards, in came Alexa, looking ravishing in red and stole Chance's heart along with spinning him deftly across the dance floor.



Is there a 'spark' there? They're dancing pretty close to us, and can't seem to keep their eyes off each other.



Yes, once again, the tinkle of 'crush' came up.





We had Averyelle next in a startling gown of red, black and white. She was particularly hypnotic with those emerald green eyes of hers.


And lastly, with her cat-like appearance, was Bailey. A little shy and apprehensive, but really happy that Chance had actually agreed to dance with her.



And so the party continued well into the evening, before everyone became hungry and desperately needed the bathroom.



Everybody enjoyed themselves as they intermingled on the dance floor.

The Green-eyed Monster Already?

Things are coming along smoothly here in the mansion, where many of the ladies have managed to discover their hobbies and are fast making friends with each other.

Sera loves to play the piano, even thought it is terrible. But, in doing so, she discovered that her hobby is Music and Dance.






Chance, on the off-chance (no pun intended), decided to turn on the stereo in the gym. And he too, has discovered that his hobby is Music and Dance. Especially when he's practicing those 'moves' for the 'dance-off'.



Oops, there's a major blunder for you. It was supposed to be a secret, but Chance thought it'd be a good idea, before the first elimination, to have a 'masked ball'. To dance with each lady and see which one he feels comfortable with.



Alexa, also discovered that Music and Dance is her hobby when she randomly decided to give herself a warm-up at the barre.



Whilst Melanie was finishing off her lunch, Averyelle decided to clean up. While she was in the kitchen, Bridget was there making spaghetti for dinner. With being busy skilling, she' skipped lunch altogether.



Melanie had a want to be BFF to Averyelle, so she initiated a few chats, a story on sports and tickles, just to bring up their friendship levels.




Who is this, hiding behind the newspaper?



Why, it's our dear Bailey, reading up on Arts and Crafts, bless her.



A few Sims have managed to swot up on some of the newer skills.
Melanie understands more about fire.



Chance knows a little more about Couples Counselling.



As dinner isn't ready yet, Chance decides to make himself useful and cleans the shower room out. Ohh, even in concentration, he's still quite handsome.



Is this the look of 'love'?



Actually, it's Chance congratulating Sera on something. Not exactly sure of what. And poor Melinda sitting there, witnessing it all. I wouldn't like to be inside her head today, and trying to figure out what she's thinking.

Poor girl. She has been trying.



But wait...

... what's this?

Some random townie, getting close and personal with Sera?



At first Chance looks fairly happy about it, until he moves closer.




And the Green-Eyed Monster finally strikes.
Just look at that face on Chance.




He doesn't look too happy there, does he?

Please stay tuned for what could be a REALLY interesting challenge indeed.

Do we have a Mail Thief in Bluewater?

Many apologies for not bringing you an update so soon.
I've kinda sorta been busy with other things.

But here's something that might just tickle your fancy.

The postman in Bluewater, just happens to be Sheldon Hanby (any relation to the maid Lucy Hanby perchance?) and he's busy doing his rounds.

However, news has got around that someone is stealing mail from all the mailboxes, so he's extra vigilant.

I forget the guy's name, but on looking at Sheldon's face, he's none too happy with this 'loiterer'.



I don't know who you are fella, but I don't trust you.

Seriously, after Sheldon put the mail in the box, he walked away, then walked back, just to make sure this guy hadn't been dipping into the mailbox.

And poor Sera, running out there to see if her CD's have arrived. Aww bless.
Honey, you should be indoors studying like everyone else!

Heck no, I wanna listen to my CD's NOW.




I think Chico Ramirez in the background, looks slightly amused by her wild actions.....

Study Time for Everyone??

Well, with the arrival of Apartment Life, new wants suddenly appeared in everyone's wants bars.
This makes the mini task of achieving wants for everyone, a little easier.

So, with a little help from Chance himself, we encouraged our group of ladies to sit down and study the delights of Fire Safety, Couples Counselling, Anger Management, Lifelong Happiness etc.



All except one person.
Sera.

Nothing rolled up in her wants panel at all, except the wants to be friends with almost everyone.

She was sat in the yellow room, watching horror movies.



Melanie - "I've seen a gorgeous pair of pink sandals in the sales recently...."

Sera - "Shush! It's getting to the scary part."



So, Melanie decides to leave Sera to her horror movie and join everyone for study session.
But wait.

Are these ladies REALLY studying and reading their books?



As soon as Chance sat down, Melanie looked a little stunned that Chance chose to sit right next to her!!!!



We have Melinda and Alexa sat together, studying hard (or is that Melinda trying to pretend she's not sitting next to Miss French Fry head?)

Chance and Melanie look as though they're enjoying their books.



However, sitting directly across the room, Averyelle can't seem to drag her eyes away from Chance. Not only that, Bridget is staring at Alexa's costume too.



As for Bailey, her mind is fixed on Averyelle for some reason. Is she secretly plotting to hug that poor woman to death at every given moment?




Poor Averyelle.



However, it seems that Bridget has spotted something VERY untoward about our dear Chance.
Her eyes seem glued to the vicinity of his 'bum' area.

So we zoomed the camera in a little closer....

... and this is what we found.



Oh my, Chance, you really should take care when dressing on a morning. You've got an impression to make with all these ladies, and wandering around in rags just doesn't help at all.

Psst:
For all you sharp eyed folks out there, you'll have noticed the seating arrangements with Chance. In one picture he's by the window, in another he's further into the room. That's because I had to reset the scenario after the computer shut down losing valuable information and progress.