Runaway Teen

[Playalot]

@Tixxis, thanks, I may have inadvertently inflated his bills though with all the landscaping! lol. All good, nice to add to the challenge.
@MarianT , it is fun. I'm really loving this wee challenge and as I'm working my way through it I can see quite a lot of areas where it could be made a whole lot harder! 
@sdhoey , as you see, I think he was just born that way, with a mouthful of sass. 
@KRae , so do I actually, I have to keep reminding myself to NOT take any more screenshots of that!
@FrancescaFiori , lol... I always wondered where his nickname came from. 
@Alarianna , welcome to the forum. He certainly likes his own way that's for sure!
@Nettlejuice , I've done a few runaway teens, it's my go to when all other game play inspiration vanishes. I hope he doesn't have lice too, although if he did...and we caught them, I bet they could be roasted! 
@hazysmith , I'll let him know you're cheering for him! 

[Playalot]

Chapter 4

Oo, rough day at school, huh?
No, I'm totally happy. This is my happy face.




Well, seeing as you're so cheerful how about weeding your plants.
Funny how they are 'my' plants when they need tending.





Anyway, I'd rather do this.
Fair enough. Oh, we've got a visitor!




Winston: I'd ask you in but I'm just on my way out Cassandra.
Cassy: Oh that's ok. see you round some time?
Winston: Yeah, sure.




What d'ya do that for? You could do with some company.
I didn't feel like talking to her. Is it a crime now to not want to chat to someone? Besides, I'm feeling gooood, let's go out.
Might as well, least that way you won't have told a lie.




I'm hungry.
Catch a fish.
I'm trying. I've been trying for ages now. I'm really hungry.




Finally, I can eat this one, right?
Yep.




I'm glad you realize that the secret to you not being starving all the time is to actually catch something edible.
Well, if you just take me somewhere where onions and potatoes grew I could cook up some stuff on the grill.
Hmm, good point. Lemme work on that.





You know, if I wasn't such a nice sim I'd be letting off some expletives right now.
Winston!
What? I've had enough. *Grumble*
Hmm... I have to admit you're a pretty rubbish fisherman.
So you've just noticed?
Well... I kinda knew that about you anyway but I didn't really pay it much attention.
K, so you can see the error of your thinking now I take it?
Well, sort of, I just think we probably need to focus on gardening for a bit, least so you get to the point you can cook something when you're hungry.





You know it's not all bad. you're nearly at the point I can buy you a steel bladder.
What? You're going to torture me too now?
No..lol.. it's a ...umm... reward trait that means you'll never have to pee again.
Ok, you know what watcher? If you were me how do you think that sentence must sound?
.... *Awkward silence*
Yeah, see?





Morning!
Morning watcher.
You'll be pleased to know it's the weekend! You can hang out and play your geetarrr cowboy.
Oh lol watcher...still be nice to have the time to just chillax out. Cool.






*Gasp* Oh NOOOooooo. Cripes! Winston...extinguish the fire....Ahhh... if your guitar burns we're doomed... QUICK!!!





WAIT!  W H A T ?? How is that even possible? ? *Checks inventory* Nope...what the? ?
I don't know but it's working!




See?
*Stunned* Umm... but where did you get that simray FROM?
I don't know.
*Still stunned* Umm..well, I guess I'll take that...if it's a legitimate glitch it 'aint my fault.




Well, *deep breath* I guess least you still have your guitar so you can practice... *under her breath* and boy do you need to put it some serious hours!





Why are you way over there? You won't be able to hear my totally awesome as riffs.
Err... yeah. I'll be over in a minute... or three.




Hey! We've got another visitor.
Who is it?
Dunno, can't see, you need to trim up some of these trees watcher, they're getting way over grown.




Winston: Cool! Great to see ya man!
Randi: You too Dude.




Winston: Hey have you heard about Cassandra?
Randi: Nooo? What?
Winston: *Gossip* lol
Randi: No way! lol



Winston: Yo! *poke*






Winston: Lol... karateee!
Randi: Heh.



Winston: Boo!




Randi: *Cracking up* Argh...stop it. Lol



Winston: Hey, I'm heading out. You wanna come?
Randi: Sure thing.

[Playalot]

So about Winston's apparent sim ray. He doesn't have a sim ray in his inventory and he obviously has never made one as he's a teen. The sim I used in CAS was the adult version of my dynasty Winston that is a brand new sim, no skills, and has never been played. When the fire started I clicked on the interaction 'extinguish fire' and teen Winston brought out his 'sim ray'! Lol, I have no idea how that happened but I look at it as being a random glitch that is out of my control. Strange thing is teen Winston now has 'freeze ray' as one of his social interactions now even though he totally doesn't have a sim ray in his inventory! Crazy!

[Playalot]

Chapter 5


Summer: Shame on you watcher, look at this poor boy with rips in his clothes and uncut hair.
Huh? No! I....
Summer: You what? Using him for your selfish ends? Bah!





Summer: Here you go you poor boy, a little something to help you fill your belly tonight at least.




Ooo I must remember to dress you in ripped jeans more often, the tips are rolling in!




Winston: How much now?
Umm...err... wait, carry the two...umm.
Winston: Just roughly watcher. Doesn't have to be exact.
About $158.




Wow, talk about singin' for your supper!
Winston: You want me to sing now too?
No, it's just an expression.
Winston: Well this lady's cramping my style. It's pretty hard to rock out when someone's in your way.




Huh, might have known Nancy wouldn't give you a tip.
Winston: I might stop now eh.
Eh. You've done good. $188 all up.
Winston: Is that all? Far out... I heard that tips could get really big...
That's in a different dimension... far, far away.




I'm....
Hungry, I know.
How do you know?
'Cos you're always hungry.
I'm a growing boy.
True.





Anyway, I've found you some food.
Left overs again?
Burgers though!
Hmm, better than fish.





Although it's nice and all to make friends, you've only got a short while before we have to leave the park, so you know, eating!




I'm on it. Keep your hair on!
*Sigh*




Next Morning...

Hey, umm....the old 'leave the guitar next to the campfire so it goes up in smoke' trick again?
I'm off to school, you sort it will ya.




3:00pm
Sooo....boring school day?
Yeah. *finger drumming* *deep sigh*
Oh come on..let's head out. I'm getting bored just looking at you.
Where we going?
Somewhere good.




Oh! *Sarcastically* Just what I've always wanted! A trip to the local gym where I get to slog my guts out while my lazy watcher watches. Perfect!
Wow. Just wow. You've really got that teen angst thing going on today don't cha?





This is harder than it looks ya know.
Hmm, still, nothing worthwhile in life comes easy.
Who said that?
I did.
No I mean who first said that?
I dunno.
Well, they suck.





Trainer: Hmm looks like you could do with a hand young man.
Winston: Umm, is this against the rules watcher?
Err, technically I guess it is. But seeing as you're not actually communicating with him.... although you are building a friendship, which goes against the spirit of the challenge. Still... you really DO need a hand judging from that last wild swing. Ummm....
Winston: Some time this century would be good.




Winston: He's back again watcher.
K, canceling it now. He's one determined Trainer!





Winston: Hey watcher! Check my new muscles out!
*Checks* Nice, good job!
Winston: I think I've found my new love...working out, woo!




*Sigh* Don't tell me he's now trying to help you with your homework?
Winston: Yep.
Lol, poor guy, I feel bad shooing him away all the time.




Winston: And then this huge creature appeared from the depths and....
I don't think she's buying your unbelievable story Dude.




Winston: Check these puppies out! *Wink*
Kellie: OoooOOoo *impressed*
*Eye roll* Sheesh.





Kellie: You're pretty cute Dude.
*Face palm* No, just no.
Winston: Shhh watcher, get out of it.





Winston: I think you're pretty cute yourself Kellie.
Kellie: *Giggle*




Hmm, shame she has to go.
Winston: Yeah, I think I'll ask her to hang around.
Umm... No, she HAS to  "go". You know.





Don't go into the first door dear, that room's taken.
Kelie: K, thanks. 

[Playalot]

Chapter 6


I think you might have planted these trees a bit too close together watcher.




It's like, impossible, to tend them without getting a mouthful of leaves each time.
Oh, right...when we get to building I'll sort it all out then.
Wow! Are we close to building?
Nope.
*Disappointed* Oh.




Have a nice day at school and yeah, I'll sort your guitar.
Cool.





3.00pm
I had a great day watcher.
Nice.
I realized that Kellie's in most of my classes.
I see, well, park time.
Again?
Yeah, gotta hang there so some plants we need can grow.





Collin: Hey Dude, check this out!




Winston: Ow, err, stress headache.
Eat some fruit.







Winston: You know watcher, this nice old gardener reminds me of someone.... I just can't quite figure out who.
*Looks* Hmm, yeah I can see the similarities.
Huh?
Oh, right. Umm, lets go do your homework now you're all focused eh.




Winston: *scratch*
Oh, you got lice?
Winston: What? No...ewww. I was just thinking.
K then. I'll let Nettlejuice know, she was a bit worried about you.




Anabelle: *Moan, groan, general 1st world problems*
Winston: Hm hmm, I see. Sure...




Winston: Watcher?
On it. lol, these townies sure like helping you with your homework a lot.
Winston: It's kind of annoying.
Well, look on the bright side, burgers for dinner again.





Winston: Man Anabelle sure talks a lot.
You'd never pick that she's Kellie's sister eh.
Winston: Nope. She's nice and everything, but man, does she know how to talk!




Kellie: Oh nice to see you Winston.
Winston: Hey.
Woah! Back up the truck there you two....
Winston: It's just a friendly hug.





Lemme check. Oh yeah, K then, as you were.





Kellie: He's so dreamy watcher.
*Blank stare* You sure do wear your heart on your sleeve don't cha Kellie.




Anything good yet?
Yeah, we've nearly completed the frog collection.
YES! 




Opps, home time buddy.
*Jaw Cracking Yawn*. K watcher.




Night Dude.
Night watcher.

[Nettlejuice]

Aw, he found love. Kellie is so cute, but I do like her sister - must be that shot of her bullying a Sim in the background xD

[Playalot]

Aw, he found love. Kellie is so cute, but I do like her sister - must be that shot of her bullying a Sim in the background xD

lol, you and rough sims! Anabelle is actually sharing a funny video with the other girl but it totally looks like she's giving the other girl 'what for'!  Aaaaand, as for love, well.... this watcher's pretty over protective of her little teen boy.  I guess we'll just have to wait and see.

[sdhoey]

rough sims are cool!!!  I like dude as a teen, I just might have to take Colt into CAS and see what he looks like as a teen in Sims 4.

[FrancescaFiori]

I love the freeze ray glitch. I had that one once. Certainly comes in handy!


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[Playalot]

@sdhoey , I'm really enjoying Dude as a teen. It's a fairly relaxed game style the runaway teen thing but makes a great contrast to the chaos of a dynasty.
@FrancescaFiori , it certainly had me stunned there for a moment or two! I've been so tempted to use it on those annoying townies that are forever wanting to chat to Dude from WAY across the other side of the park.... like what is that? Telepathy? 'Hey...can you stand frozen for half an hour while I wander across the park very slowly to only get near you and then change my mind about talking to you?" Ugh! I'm on a tight time schedule here Townie!! *Hmm to 'freeze ray' or not to 'freeze ray'*

[Playalot]

Chapter 7


Now don't go working out to the point of getting tired muscles and stuff.
I won't.



Hey look watcher, It's my fav show, 'Teen Werewolf'.
Huh, there's a thought.



It seems quite good digging here watcher. I'm getting heaps of new items.
Thats good. We really need to get another collection completed.
What did you buy me for completing the frog collection?
Oh, I've bought you a camping shower and a tablet.
A shower!!!
And a tablet.
I didn't want those things.




Oh I'm starving!
Burgers over there, come on.




What did you want?
Well, not a shower... Maybe a stove?
But you can cook your fish and stuff on the fire and I thought a shower would save you having to keep traveling to the gym all the time.
Not convinced.
OK, well, eat up. I've got a plan




Wow, this is one crazy looking tree.




I'm feeling a little silly talking to it.
Keep chatting... it unlocks a secret world.
Oh now I've heard everything! Pfff.




Dang! Looks like you were right watcher!
*Smugly* Told you so.




*Together* Wow.
Lol, I know, right. 




So you brought me all this way just so I could catch some more frogs?
No, just so you could fish and generally hang out. It's a pretty magical place and I thought you could do with having a break.
Nice.
Besides, we can sell all the frogs you catch now, extra money.







You know watcher, I could have sworn I heard a little voice from inside this log!
Yeah, I know, it's rumored that the fae live here.
Oh! That's just a little creepy eh.




What kind of fish was that?
I don't know! I guess you'll have to catch one to find out Dude.
Watcher?
Hmm?
What happened to my parents?
Oh!
Well? I must have had some, everyone does... I was just kinda wondering... and all.




Well, once upon a time there were two merpeople who found that they loved each other very much.
If you're just going to tell me baby fairy tales I'm not listening.
You asked, open your mind up and just listen for a change.They decided that land was a better place for raising a family and so decided to forsake their abilities to live under the water. They married and had many children.
Many?
Hm hmm, many.
What happened?




Well a terrible earthquake struck the beautiful islands where this family lived.
Isla Paradise or whatever?
Hmm hmm... and the firemen, although very brave and dedicated, didn't make it to the house in time to save all the family.
Why not?
Well, there were many routing issues and the fireman swam in circles, catching many boats in their desperate attempts to reach the burning home where everybody lay trapped. In the end only one little boy was saved. It was a very sad day.
Was I that little boy?
You were.
And you've been looking after me ever since?
I have.
I see.




I think I'll write a song.
What's it about?
Finding the things you've lost.








Your song was beautiful.
Thanks, it's not quite finished though. Time to head to the park?
Good idea.
Watcher?
Hmm?
I think one day I'd like a big family.
Sounds like a plan.
I'm going to need a lot of money to make this happen aren't I?
Maybe not a lot, but some, for sure.








How'd the tips go?
About $280.
Nice.
I'm just going to gather some plants and stuff to sell.
K.




You know watcher, I've got a plan.
I thought you might.
How'd ya know?
You suddenly seem pretty determined.
I am.




I think you should cook up some of your fresh fish Dude, it's getting late.
K.








Hmm, that smells pretty good. You're cooking skills are really coming along.
Thanks. I'm actually pretty hungry now I'm cooking this!




I'm going to need your help watcher, to make my plan happen.
That's what I'm here for... oh, that and making you take a shower when you smell.
Nice, way to ruin a touching finishing 'moment'.
Just telling it like it is Dude. *grin*

[Tixxis]

It was great to hear more about Winston's background.
And you delivered the info in a beautiful way: that dialogue touched me.
You're his watcher, and somehow, almost like mum too.
Well, all that, and a bit of a nag, of course! 

[Playalot]

lol, thanks Tixxis, glad someone's reading!

[Alarianna]

awww Winston is growing up. Look forward to following his journey. It is nice to see his softer (non-teen) side too.

[Playalot]

Chapter 8

You know this showers not too shabby watcher.
*Nods* That's good.




Woo! Licensing your first song! Congrats Dude.
Thanks, ugh, I just stuck my fingers through the envelope by accident! Oh... now my pens stabbed a hole..
Lol, it'll be fine, just chuck it in the mailbox.
K




Working on another song?
Yeah, I'm actually nearly finished this one. You know what?
Nope.
I think I should go and get some tips while I'm writing this song.
Great thinking, might as well make money as many ways as possible.




That's sounding sooo nice!
Nice! Lol, I'm an artiste! I make magic happen... not "nice".
That's sounding soooo magical...*grin*




Take it you've just finished writing another song then?
Hm hmm.




Winston: ...and then it reared it's terrifying head, open it's jaws up really wide...
...and called out sweetly for it's mummy! Gee Winston, you can't go around telling wee kids terrifying tales.
Olivia: Oooo... so scary.
Not really hun. Eh Winston.



Olivia: So what happened in the end?
Winston: The monster actually turned out to be really a princess that had been tricked and so she ran off happily back to her castle where all her brothers and sisters were waiting for her.
Olivia: And her mum and dad?
Winston: Yep, them too.
Good job, nice ending.




I didn't think Olivia would be scared by that story watcher.
Yeah, she's a wee bit too imaginative for her own good. Nice wee thing though. New song
Yeah.
Gotta name?
Na, something sort of lively ... haven't quite named it yet, still thinking.




Oh thanks homeless lady, that was nice of you to spare a few simoleons.
Homeless Lady: You're welcome, I appreciate good music.




Watcher?
Hmm?
Do you think I'm getting acne? I'm not sure all these greasy burgers are doing my skin any good.
*Muffled laughter* Na... I'm sure you're fine.




I'm better than fine... I ROCK!




YUK! Oh man! I think left over burgers would have been the better option. *Cough* Ewww.... I'm not sure how much more fish I can handle.
Hang on a sec. *Rustling sounds* Oh. You cooked up the foul fish instead of the fresh salmon. No wonder it tastes gross!




Ah well... Time to write my fourth song. I'm feeling pretty inspired right now.
Good for you. Probably the moonlight. It's rather pretty.







You know Dude, this song sounds amazing, amirite?
Yep, you know it. I make ma guitar sing watcher.
I might just agree with you there.





What are we doing here? It looks a bit posh in there.
Well, we're here to work on your last step of your musical aspiration.
Which is what? I thought I just had to write some songs.
Nope, you've got to mentor sims playing the guitar for three hours.
Hmm, that doesn't sound too difficult.
*sigh* Harder than you might think. Anyway, lets go in, oh! Right after you get changed that is.




You look very nice.
Ugh, I feel stupid dressed up in this glittery girly jacket.




*Intake of breath* ooo, tough crowd, plaster a smile on your face Dude.



How is this going to work?
Well, play a little, earn some tips then we'll just hang about until someone else starts playing... then up you jump and start mentoring them.
K.




Yeah, might be time to stop playing now. Everyone seems to have left!




It's pretty boring waiting.
I know. Still, least you can play games eh.
Hmm.




Kellie: How long have you been waiting Winston?
Winston: Hours. *sigh*




Might as well get your homework done. *sigh*
*sigh* K.




You know watcher, I think we need a better plan.
Problem is, I think this IS the best plan.
Well, maybe a variation on The Plan then eh?
K, lemme see what I can come up with.