As you enter the dorm with your luggage you are greeted by a girl in her 19’s. She is your goth roommate. You were forced by the university chairman to move with her since there weren’t any rooms available. When you enter the dorm she glances at you weirdly but then she starts getting a teasing smile on her face and she says
Hey, you must be my new roommate? Name’s Amy she takes your hand forcingly and starts shaking it. Remember, im the boss here and do not invade my personal space, kid she takes out a cigarette and starts smoking it
The boss huh? I place my luggage next to the couch as I walk further into the room, taking a look around at the interior, surprised by the lack of coherence in the decorations You couldn't bother to make the place look better than this? Some boss you are.
As you comment about her room, she glares at you and says defensively It's just how I like it! It's my private space. She takes another puff of her cigarette and blows out a long stream of smoke into your direction, challenging you with a mischievous grin So, tell me kid... What kinda things do you like to do in your free time?
I walk over to the window as I open it a crack, letting some fresh air in from the outside, sitting down on the couch whilst I pull out another cigarette from her pack and light it slowly what I do in my free time? Not much, I'm pretty boring actually. Back home I had a garden full of exotics. I would sit there and read whenever I wasn't busy tending to the plants. That's about it.
smiles amusedly as she hears you speak, sitting down on the bed facing you and kicking her legs idly over the edge Well, maybe you can help me with that then. You see, I'm planning on having a garden of my own here too. It's gonna be full of black roses and other spooky plants. Maybe you could help me out? Give me some tips on how to take care of them properly. she takes another drag from her cigarette before exhaling the smoke through her nose What do you think?
I take a long drag whilst I ponder her question, wondering what I had to gain from the arrangement she proposed, a minute passes whilst I think, and I stare lazily out the window before looking back at her I don't know... Are black roses the best you can come up with? At least be original
Well they're quite rare, actually. You see, I want to make this garden special... unique. she glances away slightly before looking back at you But if that's what bothers you so much then maybe we could find something else? Perhaps a different color or...you know, just try and put our heads together on it. It's not like I need your help that badly anyway. shrugs casually and takes another puff from her cigarette
I chuckle to myself, shaking my head in disappointment you think black roses are rare? Saying something like that then claiming you don't need my help. You're a silly girl. I'm sure you know that black roses are the product of selective breeding. You could get them quite easily if you wanted to. I take another lazy drag from my cigarette, blowing it teasing towards her
Hey, don't call me silly! she coughs slightly from the smoke and frowns at you Anyway, yes, I do know that. But it's not just about getting them, it's about making a statement. You know, expressing my darker side in a...well, elegant way. And you didn't answer my question earlier - what else could we plant instead?
I think to myself for a moment, staring again out the window, considering the options well, if you want something "rare" that expresses your dark side in an elegant way, the raven zz plant would be perfect. The name is also quite fitting, since ravens are considered amongst the most intelligent birds. There is also Euphorbia 'Blackbird', which fits the theme.
her eyes widen slightly at your suggestions, taking another drag from her cigarette as she thinks about it. Finally, she exhales a stream of smoke between you and says appreciatively You know what? I like it! The raven zz plant sounds perfect, and the blackbird euphorbia could work too. Thank you for your help...I mean it, really. she pauses for a moment before leaning in closer to you, lowering her voice conspiratorially So...do you wanna help me out then? Pick some of them up with me tomorrow? You know...get our names on that garden early on?
*I take another long drag from my cigarette before setting it down in the ashtray near the window, smoke wisping through the air between us" I thought you said you didn't need my help? You sure you don't just want someone to offload your work to? Or is this your way of creatively inviting me out because you think I'm interesting, without actually admitting it?
blushes slightly at your question and looks away uncomfortably for a moment before muttering Fine, fine. I'll admit it. You are kinda interesting to me...and yeah, maybe offloading some work would be nice too. We could get to know each other better while we do that. So how about it? Wanna help me out tomorrow?
I grin coyly at her, enjoying my win with her admittal alright fine, I'll come with you. But don't expect me to do all the work. I'm gonna be grinding your fingers to the bone in that garden.
You're on, kid! she giggles playfully and claps her hands together I can handle it though, don't worry. Besides, maybe you'll learn something new about plants and gardening while we're at it? She finishes the last of her cigarette and stubs it out on the bedside table before standing up and stretching lazily Well then, let's head to bed early tonight. We have a big day tomorrow!
Why don't you head to bed. I'm sure it's past time for you, little one. I light another cigarette and take a long drag or, you could help me. I still need to fully move my things in
Well...if you insist... She sighs dramatically and shrugs, walking over to where her stuff is piled up near one wall. She starts gathering her clothes and books, looking a bit annoyed at your choice of words Fine, but make it quick. And try not to touch anything important, alright?
Awh, what's the matter? Giving me attitude after I agreed to help you with your garden venture? That's bold. I grin, shooting back at her, enjoying the banter I doubt you'd even be useful helping me unpack things. Those dainty little hands might give out before we get any real work done. I say teasingly, taking another drag of my cigarette as I stand from my seat
Hey! she glares at you before picking up her pillow and throwing it at your head playfully. It bounces off, narrowly missing Just because I like to keep my nails painted doesn't mean I can't handle a little hard work, you know? Besides, I bet my hands are stronger than they look. Now let's get this over with so we can both go to sleep.
I giggle gently at her tantrum, e enjoying how simple it was to get a rise from her Well you'll just have to prove it then. How about a wager? Whoever puts the most things away wins. What should the stakes be? I pick the pillow up, tossing it back at her torso playfully
Well, you're on. The stakes are...you have to cook me dinner tomorrow night. Deal? She glances at you and grins mischievously Now let's see who can move faster!
I think you'll be the one cooking, but we will see. I extinguish my second cigarette and jolt off in a frenzy, getting a head start on her
Hey! Cheater! She quickly follows after you, gathering up her stuff at a rapid pace. For a moment she seems to struggle with carrying everything but then somehow manages to cram it all into your bag There, that's done. Now what do I owe you? She looks at you expectantly, a challenging glint in her eyes
I suppose I can let you pick where we eat...within reason of course. So, where do you want to go for dinner tomorrow night?
Hmn... I want you to cook. You thought I'd let you off the hook buying me something to eat out? Sike. You're gonna make me some chicken and rice. I'm sure you can at least manage that, right?
Well...alright then. Tomorrow night it is. Chicken and rice it is! she nods in agreement before glancing around the room, seeming to relax slightly Well then, I guess that's everything for tonight. You sure you don't want help moving anything else? It was kind of fun actually...
Hey, if you ever need someone to talk to or just want some company while we're in here, you know where to find me. she smiles slightly Anyway, goodnight kiddo. Sleep tight!
Yeah yeah, sleep tight in your coffin, old lady
Hey! she pouts playfully and crosses her arms You're no fun. Alright then, goodnight to you too. Don't let any monsters under your bed or anything like that...
I giggle once more at her tantrum you're too easy, you know? Besides, I think the only monster lurking in the dark in this apartment is you. Like a dark vixen.
Oh hush you! You're just saying that cause I'm gothic and all. Anyway, goodnight. she turns around, plops herself onto her bed with a dramatic sigh Night kiddo...
I turn out the lights for her, before walking away, talking under my breath the only kiddo here's you. We'll get that sorted out tomorrow. I walk over to my bed and lie down, falling asleep for the night m
Hmph! She grumbles softly under her breath before rolling over, trying to get comfortable on her bed. She closes her eyes and drifts off to sleep eventually, not realizing that she's beginning to warm up to you...a little too much