6.1 The Birthday party

Gavin felt uneasy as his car halted to a stop in front of Zazz. He knew Angel only met well by dragging him to the hippest bar in town, but he hated people. Gavin’s antisocial tendencies are exactly the reason she chose his birthday to drag him to the bar. It was the perfect time to at least try to subject him to a normal life.

The moment Gavin stepped off the elevator he could feel everyone’s eyes on him. “Here,” Angel said, shoving a cup into his hands, “this will help.” Gavin tilted his head back and let the liquid slide down his throat. The sharp burn confirmed his suspicions. Gavin usually steered clear of alcohol because from his experience it was pretty disgusting. But this, Gavin thought, swirling a second glass in his hand, this was amazing.

After a few drinks it didn’t take much convincing from Angel to lead him to the dance floor. It was no longer him against the world. The prying eyes of the crowd were no longer only on him. The lights danced around him as Angel swirled around him. She was hard to keep up with, even when sober, now it was impossible. But the pulse of the music in his body gave him hope, and he knew he could keep up.

Happy hour was soon over, but it didn’t matter because the drinks were never ending. Gavin was on a quick crash course to a hangover. Until Angel intervened. “Gavin, thank you,” she said, pulling his glass away from his lips. Gavin thought to whimper a bit, just to get his glass back, but it wouldn’t have mattered because she was already turning away from him. In the end, it didn’t matter because there was enough alcohol coursing though his body.

Angel had finally cornered Gavin before pulling yet another drink from him. It wasn’t her intentions to sober him up before they left, she just wanted him to be able to walk to the taxi, which was waiting outside.

“Ok so here’s what I’m thinking,” Gavin said after giving the idea intensive thought. “Hear me out,” he giggled, motioning with his hands animatedly. “I'm a virgin,” he said pointing to himself. “You're a virgin,” he said pointing at Angel. “We should woohoo,” he said, pointing between the two of them grinning. To Gavin, it made perfect sense. They had been friends for ages. They had grown up together. She was his best friend. Why not?





To Angel, who had just a small amount of liquor less, it didn’t take much convincing. Safe, meaningless woohoo? How much could it affect? “Ok,” she shrugged, “but wait until we get to my place.”

But Gavin felt he had waited long enough, and there was perfectly empty elevator waiting for them.

((This won't end well :D ))

5.16 Firm Ties

Regardless of how many guys Madison had in her life, her children were always number one. Something that Madison felt her mom neglected to realize until it was too late. So when it came time from Keira's big birthday, Madison made sure that both her children and left the evening free. As a family, they welcomed Keira to "big girl hood."

Keira had long since grown out of her "Meiling" phase. Instead of aspiring to be her sister, Keira decided to pursue the creative interests of cooking. After, someone had to keep the house fed.

Meiling reminded Madison a lot of herself. Meiling was the social butterfly and possibly the biggest flirt of the family. She enjoyed photography and acting, a new mix in the family.

But Gavin was the most impressive. Madison longed to know where his interests came from since he was nothing like either of his parents. Where Madison had been Miss Social, Gavin was the class reject. Where Brandon was athletic and brave, Gavin was the biggest couch potato Madison had ever met. Regardless of his odd ball genetics, he was a good kid, and he often provided very elegantly written short stories which entertained his family for hours.

But just as all good things come to an end, so does one's happy childhood and carefree lifestyle. As Gavin stepped towards the cake, he knew his life was about to change.

5.15 Never ending

As much as she wanted someone to fill Dequan's place she knew it wasn't possible. Ricky knew this, but he was determined to try. He rehearsed his speech, pulled out his best clothes, even washed twice behind his ears. He knocked promptly on the door Friday night at the same time he had every Friday night since Keira was born.

But instead of heading straight for the kid's den, Ricky headed straight for Madison outside. Madison was where she usually was, staring intently at her painting. Ricky watched for a few moments, watching each brush stroke become something more. "Oh," she gasped, realizing someone was behind her. "It's just me," Ricky said softly into the night air. Moments passed between them as they gazed across the distance in each other's eyes. "No," Madison answered the unspoken question between them.

It was now or never, Ricky thought. He closed the space between them quickly, taking her into his arms. "I'm not trying to replace him Madison." Madison broke free of his grasp and stormed towards the house. He quickly caught her and pulled her back in. "Madison, your never going to fill the void if you don't allow yourself too." Madison cracked and began sobbing uncontrollably.

He remembered holding her once before as she cried her heart out. It was the most trying time of her own life, but the best part of his. But this time Ricky hoped it would play out differently. That instead of a one night fling, she'd finally see the potential they could have. Madison pulled away and kissed him again, just as passionately as she had all those years before. He felt doomed to a mobius romance, a never ending cycle of lust and hate. "I've warned you," she said between kisses, "but you're so damn persistant." Ricky could only smile as he looked into her eyes. Maybe she'd come around. "What does that mean?" Ricky asked, he'd rather hear her say it than to be lead on by criptic Madison messages.




"Maybe I can try to not break your heart," deep down Madison knew that she could promise that. And possibly keep that promise.















((Madison fulfilled... Girlfriend of 10 Sims. I put myself on a time crunch when Gavin was named heir. Since I lost A LOT of time while raising 3 kids as a single parent. I. will. never. do. that. again. OMG! So time to wrap it up and move on. Gen 5 complete! ))


























































































































































































































((Madison, gen 5, goals complete! Just in time.))

5.14 Same old games

Shortly after moving, Madison had to change the beautiful nursey into a functional bedroom for Keira.

With all of her children in school, Madison devoted much of her time to her paintings. Since the new house didn't have enough space for a library, Madison moved her painting gear outside. She spent most of her time in her own backyard, painting the landscapes and other ideas.

But painting never lasted long because soon Madison was back on the prowl. She knew she could never find someone to take Dequan's place, but she longed for some sort of companion. For Madison, it would never esclate to anything serious. Maybe a few playdates and a broken heart or two.

((Madison has FINALLY broken the hearts of 10 people. I was kind of upset.. because I really didn't want her to break Ricky's heart. After all, her lifetime want was to be the GIRLFRIEND of 10 sims... not break 1o hearts (even if it is called heartbreaker...) but Ricky's going to handle the break up in his own little way...

5.13 New home

Madison quickly filled the family van with all of their belongings. She felt the house her grandmother built was too large, and she was rather tired of multiple trips up and down the stairs.

After loading the van for Ricky, Madison and the kids waited outside their beautiful old home for Riley to get there with her car.

They piled inside and drove across town, where Madison had purchased a four bedroom, one story house. Madison's only complaint was they had too much stuff.

Gavin was excited to be the first person to age up in the house, and he knew excatly what to wish for.

((I know I'm going to regret this with Generation 6 (Married couple, four kids), but I kept having these horrible glitches from when I built the house. My sims would go down the stairs through solid ground then get stuck "in a room".. Not good ))

5.12 Weeds

The two tots kept Madison very busy, so when it came for Baby Keira to be born, Madison delivered at the house. Ricky was upset that he couldn't be present, but Madison assured him he could still come around.

He often hinted at a serious relationship but Madison didn't want to hurt him. Her heart belonged to Dequan, even after death. No one else compared.

Gavin was quickly growing, and it wasn't too much longer before Madison had to schedule time to take her baby boy to the big birthday cake.

Gavin took big brotherhood seriously. In order to help Madison, he would play or read with Meiling, allowing Madison to care for Keira and herself.

Soon baby Keira joined her sister as a toddler, and it was time to teach her a few skills. Keira, being the youngest, always looked up to Meiling and wanted to do everything Meiling did. Because of this, Keira learned walking and talking quickly.

Keira was upset on Meiling's birthday because this meant that there was more things Meiling could do that she couldn't.

Even though two of her children were now in school, Madison still couldn't return to painting. Keira required much more care than her other two children. Many days, after Gavin and Meiling would go to school, Madison would hold a sobbing Keira close, telling her it would be okay.






((At this point, I have fulfilled everything for this legacy except for fulfilling Madison's life want, to be the girlfriend of 10 different sims))

5.11 Round Three

There wasn't time to sulk or throw pity parties. Madison was constantly running from one room to another to take care of the babies. Gavin was a growing toddler but that didn't mean he didn't require just as much attention as his new born sister.

Ricky was a great help in the beginning. He would sometimes amuse Gavin while Madison caught a nap or shower, or he would care for baby Meiling while Madison taught Gavin. However, Ricky spent more time gone than there. His job frequently took him to far off places. Places Madison couldn't wait to get back too.

Soon Madison had formed some sort of schedule with Gavin and Meiling. At least now she could shower and get half a nights rest. However, as Meiling's first birthday approached, Madison started feeling under the weather. Baby Norvak was on his or her way.