Warnings: swearing/language, homosexual relationships

In which two strangers connect online, fall in love, and realize that life is weird in a funny way

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mona-raysa

Procrastinating on my homework, so come and ask me questions.

#college life is hard #cannot stream because of reasons

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toomanyeyesinmyname asked

SHOW US YOUR BOOBS

Shut the fuck up, Itsuki, before I throw out your collection of anime porn.

Ask mona-raysa a question #asks #toomanyeyesinmyname #my brother is a troll and an idjit

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holycrapnowei asked

When are you going to play Slender again?

You want more of me screaming? You sadist.

But probably tomorrow or something when I'm alone at home.

Ask mona-raysa a question #asks #my roommate yelled at me for screaming #he just won't admit my screaming scares the shit out of him

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historyrepeatsitself asked

Not sure if you remember me, but I was the one who sent you that link yesterday. I just wanted to say that I really admire you for being able to double major in college while still finding the time to stream for us.

I remember you! Thanks for that, by the way. You single-handedly saved my paper.

Ask mona-raysa a question #asks #that paper was deadly

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mona-raysa

My roommate is dragging me off to a party.

Entertain me, my minions.

#i can't even get drunk #curse my high tolerance

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historyrepeatsitself asked

Not a party person?

I can't even use the "busy with homework" excuse because he knows I would use any excuse to get out of homework.

Damn my roommate. Damn him to hell.

Ask mona-raysa a question #asks #i am on my friend's laptop right now #hiding in bedroom shhh

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toomanyeyesinmyname asked

Drink enough for the both of us! Oh wait, if you do that, you'll probably die of alcohol poisoning.

Shut up, you're just jealous of my skills. Go back to your finger painting.

Ask mona-raysa a question #asks #toomanyeyesinmyname #don't make me tell everybody what you draw

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mona-raysa

So they found me and then dragged me off to play Twister and strip poker with them.

I won, naturally. I'm the King of Games!

I think my roommate took pictures, so I'm trying to blackmail him from posting them online.

#roommate's girlfriend was incredibly flexible #almost beat me but I WAS THE MORE FLEXIBLE ONE #muahahahaha

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mona-raysa

Update: Managed to successfully blackmail roommate. Those photos will never see the light of day.

Now back to sleeping off this hangover. Urggggh

#so glad he doesn't have a tumblr #and that he doesn't know mine

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historyrepeatsitself asked

Not sure when you will see this, and I am sure you are used to hangovers, but remember to eat a piece of toast and drink water when you wake up.

Thanks for the concern! You know, you're beginning to be my favorite.

Ask mona-raysa a question

ANSWER PRIVATELY

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toomanyeyesinmyname asked

I LAUGH AT YOUR HANGOVER HAHAHAHAHAHA

Oh god, I am not well enough to deal with you. Go away and do your homework, you idjit.

Ask mona-raysa a question #asks #toomanyeyesinmyname #stupid perfect A student

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mona-raysa

Going to be streaming now that I finished my homework. Playing Slender, like I promised.

#god help me #i wonder how loud i will scream this time #good thing it can't shatter glass whew

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mona-raysa

Thanks for everybody who came to watch the stream!

And I apologize for all the crazy antics in the ARAM games, but trolling is in the nature of my friends. Hope it was all in good fun and nobody raged too badly.

#was surprised to see #historyrepeatsitself #but in a good way #he was so pro pls teach me senpai

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historyrepeatsitself asked

I had fun too, but you are much more skilled at this game than I am. Thank you for adding me on League.

No problem! I might invite you to play with my friends in the future. We sometimes need a fifth since GiveMeGold is usually busy ranking with his other friends. If that's okay with you?

Ask mona-raysa a question

ANSWER PRIVATELY

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historyrepeatsitself asked

That is alright with me. I look forward to it.

Great! Can't wait to play with you again.

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ANSWER PRIVATELY

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mona-raysa

FUCK THIS GODDAMNED PAPER

WHY DID I CHOOSE THIS TOPIC

#i'm going to kill someone #theology class is easy but i hate writing papers #why is angel hierarchy so difficult

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historyrepeatsitself asked

You are taking a theology course?

It's one of my majors! I'm even working on a book right now!

Ask mona-raysa a question #asks #historyrepeatsitself #you wouldn't believe how hard it was to find a school with this major

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anonymous asked

how did you come up with mona-raysa

*points to FAQ*

Ask mona-raysa a question #asks #stupid anons

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toomanyeyesinmyname asked

OMG YOU SHOULD ANSWER THAT QUESTION GOSH WHY ARE YOU CALLED MONA-RAYSA?

Shut dafawk up, Itsuki, or I swear I will tell Malcolm what's inside your purple folder.

Ask mona-raysa a question #asks #toomanyeyesinmyname #you still owe me a drawing remember?

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(11:22PM)
DON'T YOU FUCKING DARE TELL MAL OR ELSE I'LL TELL ZACH YOUR TUMBLR

(11:23PM)
I think Malcolm finding out what is in your folder is worse than Zach finding out my tumblr, my dear little brother~

(11:23PM)
Fuck you.

(11:24PM)
Love you too~

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historyrepeatsitself asked

I think you should update your FAQ. It still says you are 19 years old.

Hmmm, probably a good idea, considering it's a bit outdated.

Ask mona-raysa a question #asks #historyrepeatsitself #you're full of brilliant ideas

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WHY ARE YOU CALLED MONA-RAYSA?

It's a pun off the Mona Lisa, and it contains my name. That's all you need to know. You can call me Ray.

HOW OLD ARE YOU?

21 years old.

WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A LIVING?

University student working on getting two majors and a minor.
Online streamer.
Part-time waitress at a diner.
Occasional volunteer at friend's bakery.

WHAT GAMES DO YOU STREAM?

Mainly League of Legends, but occasionally Slender and whatever the hell you guys want me to play. As long as I can get the game, that is.
I don't like horror games though, just saying.
And neither does my roommate because my screaming scares the hell out of him.

WHERE DO YOU LIVE?

California. I attend school here.

SAVED

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historyrepeatsitself asked

I just looked up universities with theology majors in California. There are surprisingly a lot more than I thought there would be, considering you said it had been rather hard to find one.

It was just hard to find one that would suit my needs. It took forever! What's your major?

Ask mona-raysa a question

ANSWER PRIVATELY

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historyrepeatsitself asked

History, specifically the United States. I attend college in California as well.

Oh shit, are you fucking serious? If you tell me which one, I'll tell you mine!

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historyrepeatsitself asked

I attend Milton University.

...oh my god, really?! I GO THERE TOO AJKFABSDJADADHA

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(3:32PM)
DUDE HISTORYREPEATSITSELF GOES TO THE SAME SCHOOL AS ME HOLY SHIT

(3:34PM)
Wouldn't it be funny if you've been passing by your crush this entire time and never even knew?

(3:34PM)
THAT'S WHAT'S KILLING ME INSIDE AND HE IS NOT MY CRUSH GODDAMMIT
(3:35PM)
I just happen to want him to be my friend IRL.

(3:35PM)
Is that what we're calling it?

(3:36PM)
Shut up, Amy, or else I will tell Zach all your secret fantasies.

(3:36PM)
Why must you always blackmail people? It's not fair.

(3:37PM)
Because I'm a terrible person and I know too much.
(3:37PM)
Do you think it's too soon to ask for his Skype?

(3:38PM)
Judging from the fact you two have been messaging each other for the past few weeks, probably not.

(3:38PM)
To express my gratitude on you being amazing for listening to me fangirl over this guy, I will make you brownies.

(3:39PM)
Make that a dozen red velvet cupcakes and it's a deal.

(5:39PM)
You greedy slore.

(3:40PM)
I love you too, Mona.

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mona-raysa

My roommate's girlfriend just convinced me to make her a dozen red velvet cupcakes in exchange for listening to me be a fangirl.

Why am I so nice?

#i don't even like red velvet #time to buy ingredients

2: Lucas

Key: 'This' is Ray. 'This' is Aria. 'This' is Itsuki. 'This' is Amy.

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mona-raysa asked

Want to exchange Skype usernames? It’ll be easier to communicate.

My username is the same as my Tumblr name. 

Ask historyrepeatsitself a question 

ANSWER PRIVATELY

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mona-raysa wants to add you as a friend, historyrepeatsitself!

[accept] [reject]

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Today Friday, October 25, 2013

Ray
[4:11 PM] so you’re a girl?
[4:11 PM] uh, no offense, of course
[4:11 PM] i just kept thinking you’re male

Aria Lee
[4:12 PM] Yes, I am a girl, and there is no offense being taken.
[4:12 PM] I have gotten used to being mistaken as a male online.
[4:13 PM] I like your profile picture.

Ray 
[4:13 PM] really? thanks!
[4:13 PM] made it myself on one of my bored days
[4:14 PM] lasted for a few seconds before my roommate came and asked if he could eat it

Aria Lee 
[4:15 PM] That is a shame.
[4:15 PM] Will you be making another any time soon?

Ray 
[4:16 PM] maybe…
[4:16 PM] i can attempt a mew bento 
[4:16 PM] my friend might like it
[4:17 PM] he really likes pokemon

Aria Lee 
[4:17 PM] I personally like Eevee and its evolutions.

Ray
[4:18 PM] in that case, screw mew
[4:18 PM] i’ll try for that instead
[4:19 PM] i’ll post pics on tumblr for you

Aria Lee 
[4:19 PM] Oh, you really do not have to do that.

Ray
[4:19 PM] it’ll be fun! 
[4:20 PM] i don’t mind
[4:20 PM] i get bored a lot, hence my streaming

Aria Lee
[4:21 PM] Do you finish your homework very quickly?
[4:21 PM] I get the feeling that you do.

Ray 
[4:22 PM] yeah, i do LOL
[4:22 PM] my friends all get mad at me for it
[4:22 PM] they’re jealous of my genius

Aria Lee
[4:23 PM] I am sure that is why.
[4:23 PM] Well, regrettably, I need to finish my English paper.

Ray
[4:24 PM] oh, yeah, school is very important
[4:25 PM] i just got a text from my friend who wanted me to help out at his bakery so i’ll be busy until around seven
[4:25 PM] and then i’ll probably stream

Aria Lee
[4:25 PM] Oh, yes, I remember that you help out at a friend’s bakery.
[4:26 PM] What is the name of it?

Ray
[4:26 PM] trying to stalk me now, aria?

Aria Lee
[4:26 PM] That’s not my intention.
[4:27 PM] I just want to see if perhaps I’ve been there before, and if not, I could begin to.

Ray 
[4:27 PM] relax, dear
[4:27 PM] i was simply teasing
[4:27 PM] the bakery is called heavenly delights
[4:28 PM] it’s sorta like a cafe too
[4:28 PM] now i need to go
[4:28 PM] bye~

Aria Lee 
[4:29 PM] Goodbye, Ray.

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(4:30PM)
A GIRL! HISTORYREPEATSITSELF IS ACTUALLY A GIRL OMG I AM SO HAPPY

(4:31PM)
Would it have mattered if she was actually a guy?

(4:31PM)
No, but I would rather not date a guy just yet, not after Luke. 

(4:32PM)
Fuck Lucas. We told you he was a possessive bastard.

(4:33PM)
Yes, yes, I know. I heard this a million times from you guys already. Can we go back to me fangirling over Aria?

(4:34PM)
Is that her name? And I noticed that you basically just confessed to wanting to date her.

(4:34PM) 
…fuck. WHATEVER. YES I WANT TO DATE HER. I dunno. It’s probably just a crush. It might pass. 

(4:35PM)
If you say so, Mona. And speaking of, is that why you suddenly changed your Skype name to Ray?

(4:41PM)
Yes, although it’s sorta unfair I guess since I know her full name and she doesn’t know mine. And belated reply because I’m helping out Gabe again.

(4:41PM)
You’re too nice. Gabe needs to hire more workers. And are you afraid of her finding you?

(4:42PM)
…well, technically, I told her where Gabe’s bakery is. So I need to convince him that I should be in the back…. Excuse me for a sec.

(4:44PM)
Mona, stop hiding from her. Why are you even doing that?

(4:58PM)
Because I’m actually a little boy hiding from his crush?
(4:50PM)
OH MY GOD, NOW I’M PARANOID THAT EVERY CUSTOMER WHO IS COMING IN IS HER NOW

(4:53PM)
She won’t even know it’s you. Stop panicking. Deep breaths and all that. 

(4:54PM) 
Fuck my lifeeeeeeeeeeee. Anyway, back to work now. 

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"Zach, I’m helping out Gabe. What do you want?"

"Lucas is back in town."

"…okay, and…?"

"Do you need…you know…."

"Zachary, I am fine. Really, you and Amy and the others overreact too much over—”

"He hated me just for being your roommate, nearly beat up Gabe for monopolizing your time at the bakery, and spread false rumors so we would hate you and you would go crying to him for comfort and he would be the only one you need. Forgive me for being worried about that possessive psychotic bastard."

"…okay, but—"

"I bought a tub of mint chocolate chip ice-cream and Amy brought her karaoke games for the Wii and Playstation."

"…pizza?"

"Ordered Hawaiian, Meatlovers, cheesesticks, and garlic bread to be delivered at eight."

"….I’ll get the Diet Coke and Sprite when I get off."

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(5:13PM)
Zach told me. Do you want me to kick Lucas’ ass? You know I have a black belt.

(5:14PM)
NO. For all that is holy, I am FINE, Itsuki. Go back to making out with Malcolm. Oh wait.

(5:15PM)
THAT WAS NOT NECESSARY, YOU BITCH. HERE I AM TRYING TO BE A NICE LITTLE BROTHER AND YOU HAVE TO BE A JERK. 
(5:15PM)
And you know that Mal is straight, so there’s no way we’ll be making out any time soon. 

(5:16PM)
So you say. It’ll be okay, little bro. I have a crush on a straight girl. We’re on the same boat here. 

(5:17PM)
Do you wanna play League tonight?

(5:17PM)
Zach and Amy are gonna keep me company. 

(5:18PM)
Message me when you’re free. I’ll be up late since it’s Friday. MAYBE YOU’LL CARRY ME TO DIAMOND

(5:18PM)
I don’t think even I can carry your heavy ass. 

(5:19PM)
I STILL WEIGH LESS THAN YOU

(5:20PM)
I will murder you in your sleep. 

(5:21PM)
I’m sure you will. Muahahaha. Now, back to League. I got some ragers up in this ranked game. 

(5:21PM)
Have fun.
(5:31PM)
And thanks, little bro.

(5:32PM)
No prob, big sis.

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mona-raysa

My friend has the largest sweet tooth ever. No wonder he owns a bakery/cafe. My teeth hurt from watching him devour the fifth cupcake in the past fifteen minutes. Just how….

He also asked me to come up with a new treat for Halloween. HELP ME, MY MINIONS! I ONLY HAVE SIX MORE DAYS!

#maybe something to do with pumpkins #i don’t even know #dammit gabe

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historyrepeatsitself has replied to your post “My friend has the…”

| Have you tried making cinnamon pumpkin cupcakes?

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Today Friday, October 25, 2013

Ray
[7:34 PM] ARIA, I COULD KISS YOU RIGHT NOW
[7:34 PM] HOW DID I NOT COME UP WITH THAT
[7:34 PM] AASJKFHALKSFKAHFBSNAF

Aria Lee
[7:35 PM] Hello, Ray. 
[7:35 PM] I see you have returned home. 

Ray
[7:36 PM] INDEED I HAVE
[7:36 PM] i suggested the idea to my owner friend
[7:36 PM] he said i need to make a batch to test it out
[7:37 PM] i think he just wants more cupcakes to eat

Aria Lee
[7:37 PM] I am glad my suggestion helped.
[7:38 PM] Maybe when it is released, I shall try one.

Ray
[7:38 PM] you definitely should
[7:38 PM] my cooking skills are unmatched and my food is amazing
[7:38 PM] according to my friends anyway
[7:39 PM] anyway, i just signed on just to tell you that 
[7:39 PM] i’m going to be hanging out with my roommate and his girlfriend now
[7:39 PM] eating pizza and playing video games

Aria Lee
[7:40 PM] Oh, I see.
[7:40 PM] In that case, I hope you have fun.

Ray 
[7:40 PM] did you finish your english essay yet?

Aria Lee
[7:41 PM] Not quite. I am having difficulty with the conclusion. 

Ray
[7:41 PM] conclusions are hard
[7:41 PM] i wish you luck!

Aria Lee
[7:42 PM] Thank you, Ray. 

Ray
[7:42 PM] i’ll talk to you later, Ari~!

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(7:43PM)
She said my suggestion was great and her friend wants her to make a test batch first.

(7:43PM)
Told you so~

(7:44PM)
Do not boast. It is not appreciated.

(7:45PM)
Spoilsport. xP Did she say anything else? :D

(7:47PM)
She said that she wanted to kiss
She called me Ari
She said I should definitely try her cooking. 

(7:47PM)
Oohlalala~ Well, judging from the hints and clues, you could probably do that by stopping by the bakery to buy something. ;3 

(7:48PM)
Maybe. 

(7:48PM)
…are you serious? I was just joking. Ria, you don’t even like sweets. 

(7:49PM)
But I like
It will only be once. I simply wish to try. 

(7:50PM)
Jesus Christ, Ria. You must really like this girl. Should I tell your dear brother?

(7:51PM)
Why would you tell him?

(7:51PM)
Because he deserves to know that his little sister has finally found love~~~~~~ <3

(7:52PM)
Do what you will, Peter. I will be finishing up my essay.

(7:52PM)
Have fun~
(7:55PM)
Oh fuck, can you loan me your lab goggles? I just remembered that I lost them.

(7:56PM)
I will give them to you tomorrow when we meet up for the movies. May we meet at Heavenly Delights on Hillsdale Street by 20th Avenue instead?

(7:56PM)
You are a lifesaver, Ria. LIFESAVER! 
(7:57PM)
And yeah, sure, no prob. I want to have photographic evidence that Aria Lee actually ate something sweet and then send it to all our friends.

(7:57PM)
You need a new hobby, Peter. 

(7:58PM)
NO I DON’T xP Okay, I’ll leave you alone now.
(7:58PM)
And I’ll be messaging your bro about your love life. :3

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(8:01PM)
Your little sis has finally fallen in love. Sorta. Well, she likes someone. Which is a first.

(8:02PM)
Congratulations to her. Have you met this someone yet?

(8:02PM)
Nope! They met online and they started talking and yeahhhhhh~ 

(8:03PM)
I see. Does he have a name?

(8:03PM)
HER name is Ray, apparently. All I know is that she’s 21 years old and goes to Milton. And makes amazing food and helps out at a bakery. Ria’s even gonna try some of her sweets! :O 

(8:06PM)
Have they met yet?

(8:07PM)
Nope, but I’m trying to convince Ria to gather the courage to ask for a picture or something. She’s surprisingly stubborn.

(8:07PM)
I am not surprised. 

(8:08PM)
Want me to keep you updated on the details?

(8:08PM)
Please.

(8:08PM)
No problem, Luke.