Day 217

## Story

Lily and Luke finish Sophia and Ernesto's property and then set off to work on the theater for the premiere.

## New Characters

*No new characters are introduced on this day.*

## Locations

*No new locations are unlocked on this day.*

Places to renovate:

* Bridge connecting the houses
* Island Theater

## Tasks

Players must earn 42 stars to complete the tasks of this day.

* Start New Day
* What connects us
* There's a Will
* Don't Shatter
* This Old Dog
* Celluloid Cove
* Pier-less Pals
* Wistful Will
* Work it out
* Balancing Act
* Housewarming
* Pits of Despair
* Will's Mini Me
* Co-Parenting
* Missed Connections
* Just build it
* Beach Baby
* Uncoupling
* Storm a-brewing

## Dialogue

#### Start New Day

> **Lily**My prized begonia! Will, I needed that for my botany exam.**Will Donald**Look how easily it got chopped in half. That's automatic failure, bozo.**Lily**But I need to pass this test to prove myself to the secret gardener society.**Will Donald**Wait. Haven't you heard? You've already been expelled! Mwahaha!

*Dream ends*

> **Lily**And then Will karate chopped me in half. What a nightmare!**Luke**Man, if I had a nickel for every dream that ended with a Will karate chop...
> But it's not true. You're totally going to pass your botany test, Lils.**Lily**It's fine. I just have to stay calm and not project my stress onto Alma.
> I'm putting on my happy face. How do I look, Luke? Cool? Calm? Collected?**Luke**Heh, heh... sure babes... cool as a cucumber...

#### What connects us

> **Sophia**Good morning, fellow lovers! I hope you slept well.**Lily**Ehhh...**Ernesto**Sophia told me we'd be building a bridge to connect our homes. Very exciting!**Lily**Isn't it? Luke'll help set up the bones before he heads over to the theater grounds.**Ernesto**Two homes, a bridge, and a theater? Quite ambitious, my friends.**Lily**It'll all work out. I know it'll work out. Just watch how much it's going to work out.

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> **Sophia**Lovely, darling. But is this structure safe? I hear the sound of grinding.**Lily**Oh! That's me. I grind my teeth when I'm feeling chill...Heh...heh...ugh.

#### There's a Will

> **Will Donald**What's happening, party people? Will Donald in the house! Ooo-wee, ooo-wee!**Luke**We're building a bridge to connect Sophia and Ernesto's house.
> Wanna help us install the floor?**Will Donald**Nope. I have to practice my karate. But you guys have fun.

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> **Lily**This looks amazing, Lukey. Though Will's karate chops are giving me flashbacks...**Luke**Don't worry! I'm getting the flashbacks too.**Will Donald**What a place! The sea air is great for my skin. And my villa? Superb.
> Though it did get a little lonely. If only Regina were here with us...**Lily**You know Regina's girlfriend is in the FBI, right?**Will Donald**Uh... oh... I don't want to be an enemy of the state... not again!**Luke**Then let's get going, lover boy. We've got a theater to build.

#### Don't Shatter

> **Lily**A glass bridge?
> What can possibly go wrong?

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> **Lily**Actually, now that I've started building it, I think a million things could go wrong.
> Better call Regina and make sure I don't shatter her beautiful design.**Regina**Sup bud. How's everything going on the island?**Lily**A little wacky, especially after Will Donald showed up.**Regina**Man, I was bummed I couldn't make it out there...
> But now that I know Will is there? Maybe I lucked out!**Lily**He's harmless. Plus he's very very scared of your FBI agent girlfriend.
> Speaking of, any updates with Whitney? Has she decided on staying in or leaving the FBI?**Regina**Still unsure. But she's getting dinner with Jack and Isabel to talk things through.**Lily**Good! Let her know that I love her and I'm on her side no matter what.
> But before you do tell her... I've got some questions on these designs. First off...

#### This Old Dog

> **Lily**The bridge is almost done. Just need to fix the roof and add some planters.
> Uhh... would one of you mind helping me up here? I'm very scared of heights.**Ernseto**Let me handle it! I fear nothing.

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> **Ernesto**Most beautiful my friend. Though the heights are scarier than they look.**Lily**You've come a long way, Ernesto. Vulnerability looks good on you.**Ernesto**Yes, this old dog still learns. These renovations have been an eye-opening experience.
> It has forced me to compromise, while remaining uncompromising with how I truly feel.
> No matter, how old one gets, one must always keep learning, keep developing.**Lily**Wise words, abuelo. Make sure you pass some of that wisdom to the baby!

#### Celluloid Cove

> **Luke**We're the boat boys!**Will Donald**...**Luke**Will? You okay, boat boy?**Will Donald**\*gurgle\***Luke**Here we are, Will. You can throw up all you want now.**Will Donald**This is it? I got tortured by the sea for this little rock?**Luke**It's a tiny island, sure. But trust me: this island is perfect for a movie theater.**Will Donald**Fine. But how can it possibly compete with the grandeur of Cannes? The wonder of Venice?**Luke**Let me work my set dressing magic. This island will be positively cinematic!

#### Pier-less Pals

> **Luke**We better start with the pier. I don't want our boat to float away.

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> **Luke**Boat secured. See things are already coming together?**Will Donald**I love your optimism, bro. I almost believe it myself.**Luke**At least we're heading in the right direction.
> Man, it's been a while since we've gotten to hang. You been good?**Will Donald**Who? Me? Oh I'm great. Totes amazing! Like the best. Totally cool.
> I'm actually in the running to direct the new Yahtzee movie.
> I'm trying to get Michael Cera to play the red shaker cup.**Luke**Oh cool. And that's like "creatively fulfilling" for you?**Will Donald**It's a black hole of artistic intentions. I'm losing my mind.**Luke**Oh.**Will Donald**Haha. Just kidding. I'm fine. It's great. Everything's fine... ha... ha...

#### Wistful Will

> **Will Donald**Hollywood. It's the best, right? Everyone wants something from you but no one wants you.**Luke**Yeah, I guess that sounds somewhat fun...
> Say, the premiere's tomorrow. You got a hot date set up for the red carpet?**Will Donald**I've been asking around. Been getting a lot of soft yes's.
> And those soft yes's have been turning into some rather hard no's. Even my mom.**Luke**Oh geez.**Will Donald**I... I... I... I'm so lonely, Luke.
> Ever since the movie wrapped, I've been so isolated. I long for human touch.**Luke**Is there anything I can do to help, man? I can pat your head.**Will Donald**I just want to be in a meaningful relationship.**Luke**Man, I'd love to help with that, but Lily would definitely hate that.**Will Donald**I'm fine. I just need a moment. I got some sand in my eye. That type that makes you cry...**Luke**Okay... I'll work on the entrance while you deal with that crying sand. Good luck, bud.

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#### Work it out

> **Luke**I think I'm starting to understand why you came to the island so soon.**Will Donald**Yeah... I knew my pals would be here. And I needed some pals.
> Everyone thinks that just because I'm smart and handsome and rich and famous...
> ...that I must be happy too. But it's not true, dude.**Luke**Aww, bud. I hate to hear that.**Will Donald**I go on dates. I try to make new friends. But I can't be vulnerable around new people.**Luke**I get it. But I'm glad you're being vulnerable with me. It's not easy asking for help.**Will Donald**Should I try bottling up my emotions? It worked for my dad. Sort of...**Luke**Nah, when I feel lonely, I like getting my hands dirty. Make something out of my misery.**Will Donald**Manual labor! Of course! Show me how it's done, buddy.

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> **Luke**How do you feel now, Will? On the "path" to happiness?**Will Donald**On my way there. You're a real pal, you know that?

#### Balancing Act

> **Sophia**Ernesto! You were so brave up on that roof! How my heart pounded.**Lily**What about me, Sophia? Was I brave too?**Sophia**Yes, darling. Very much so.
> As a reward for your bravery, I will handle these last planters myself.

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> **Lily**Beautiful Sophia! What a spectacular final touch.**Sophia**It's the least I can do. You've already renovated both my home and my heart.**Lily**Aww, shucks. I just like helping out, you know.**Sophia**It's just...I've been married three times. Each ended in divorce.
> I thought that if I didn't marry Ernesto, my problems would be solved. But this house proved me wrong.**Lily**Home renovation is no joke. It brings out the worst in a lot of people.**Sophia**Yes. But this love I have for Ernesto... it is strong and can weather the storm.
> I was rotten to him. I let things get out of balance. Life and love: it requires balance.
> I will make sure our grandchildren learns of balance. They will grow up knowing kind love.**Lily**I get why you and Ernesto are in love. You're both wise little sweeties.

#### Housewarming

> **Alma**What beautiful creation! We have a lot to live up to, Santi.**Santi**My goodness, yes. Yet now I feel like such a fool...
> I had wanted to write a poem to christen the new home, but I just could not focus.
> But fret not! For my love came through where I could not.**Alma**A small token of our thanks for all the care you two have provided.**Sophia**A wooden turtle you! And it walks!**Alma**The might turtle...
> She carries her home wherever she goes.
> Our child will have many homes. May this one protect and nurture like the turtles shell.**Sophia**We will ensure the home we provide is one filled with love.**Ernesto**This gift is most beautiful. Thank you, Alma.**Sophia**Look at the big softie. Don't you just adore him?

#### Pits of Despair

> **Will Donald**Woo! I feel pumped after laying that path and interrogating my feelings!
> Let's do more!**Luke**You got it, buddy. One entrance floor coming right up.

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> **Will Donald**Manual labor is absolutely distracting me from my internal pit of despair!**Luke**Will, you know, if that pit of despair goes real deep...you can always get some help.
> Like some professional help.**Will Donald**Ha ha! I might need some after all the bad dates I've been on.
> I went on this one date...phew! Never date an actress, Luke. She was so self-absorbed!

> **Will Donald**She deepfaked me into a TikTok video just to see how many views we got...
> It was not enough. Apparently.**Luke**Aw, my dude. Never rely on the internet for self-esteem.**Will Donald**Oh, I looked great! As always! She was just jealous.

#### Will's Mini Me

> **Will Donald**Look how many TikTok followers I have! SO many! I'm doing just fine.**Luke**Okay, wow, that's actually a huge following. Not surprising! You're the best.**Lily**Wow, you guys seem to be having a great time!**Will Donald**Totally. Your man Luke is the best bud a bro could ever ask for.**Lily**Aww. I'm glad you guys are having fun. How can we help?**Luke**Lils, why don't you come work on the flowerbeds with me?**Lily**You know how much I love flowerbeds, hon!

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> **Will Donald**Congrats on the kiddo, Santi. I've always wanted a little mini-me, you know?**Santi**Ha, thanks Will. I'm just excited to have a healthy, happy baby.**Will Donald**Totally! A healthy, happy, photogenic baby who will love you unconditionally!

#### Co-Parenting

> **Lily**We should get that other flowerbed planted while we're at it.**Luke**Yeah those guys seem totally fine.
> Let's do it!

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> **Will Donald**So week one, I'm thinking headshots, glamor shots, we can skip the boudoir shots...**Santi**For what? Week one of what?**Will Donald**Of Baby's life! As Lil Will or Willa's godfather, I want to be involved immediately!
> Life in the spotlight is tough. I'll guide my godchild right from jump.**Santi**Your...godchild...**Will Donald**Buddy, you didn't even have to ask! We're on such a co-parenting wavelength!**Santi**Will, Alma and I don't want our BABY to go into showbusiness...**Will Donald**And that's why, for the first few auditions at least, it'll be MY baby.
> That's what friends do!

#### Missed Connections

> **Santi**Will... I... um...**Will Donald**Say no more, say no more! Does this island have a Toys 'R Us?
> Gonna find out!**Luke**I dunno where Will went but I really want get the building foundation down.**Lily**I'll help, hon! Whatever Will can do, I can do.
> Except macho action movies, I guess, but never say never.
> Santi, you okay? You look a little pale for... all the direct sunlight we're getting.**Santi**I think Will is trying to steal my baby.**Lily**What?!**Luke**Whoa whoa whoa.**Santi**He wants to take my baby on auditions! And he thinks he's the godfather!**Luke**I know what this is, Santi. Will is going through some stuff. And he's lonely.
> He's looking for connections. Maybe in the wrong places, but he's a good guy.**Santi**If you're sure, Luke.**Luke**Just try to be patient with him. There's no way he'd actually try to steal your baby! Probably.

#### Just build it

> **Luke**Guys, I wanna call Kath real quick before we get the actual building up.**Santi**Go for it, Luke.**Kath**Please don't tell me the festival island has sunk.**Luke**What? No! Everything's fine. I'm just getting the building up and I wanted to be sure--**Kath**If I have to make one more decision today, I'm going to explode.
> It's called decision fatigue! My brain cannot handle it.**Luke**So I should just figure out the Red versus Champagne carpet on my own, then?**Kath**Luke, please! I believe in you. I need you to handle this.
> I'll handle the interior of the whole theater, I promise. Just build it.**Luke**You got it, boss. Luke is on the ground, large and in charge!**Kath**Thanks, you're the best. A shipment of chairs and stuff is on the way. Gotta go!**Luke**All right. Let's make a building!

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#### Beach Baby

> **Lily**We need stairs. So like everyone in their beautiful gowns can stop...
> And their long gorgeous trains can be positioned on the stairs!
> For glamorous pictures, obviously!**Santi**Ohhh. She's right.**Luke**Stairs it is!

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> **Will Donald**No Toys 'R Us, but! I've got Baby's website up and running.
> Do we have a name yet? Boy or girl or self-gendering?
> I had to call the website BeachBabyByWill.com because there's no name yet...**Santi**You did WHAT!?**Lily**Oh wow, that's the ultrasound Alma posted a few months ago...**Will Donald**I tried to zoom in as much as possible, but I just can't see anything. So...Santi?**Santi**We... we're waiting until the birth to know the gender...**Will Donald**Oh oh oh! I know what this means! A COUNTDOWN!

#### Uncoupling

> **Luke**Will, buddy, why don't you take a walk with me. Lils...?**Lily**Santi and I will work on the doors, yep. Come on, Santi.**Santi**Nngh.

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> **Luke**Listen, bro, I know you're deep in your feelings, but you gotta cool it.
> You're freaking Santi out. I know you care about the baby, but you can't like...**Will Donald**Luke, I only want to treat their baby as my very own!
> ... Oh. I see. Once I said it out loud, it sounds different.**Luke**Yeah...**Will Donald**Santi, I'm so sorry. I didn't mean to crash through your personal boundaries.
> I'll shut down the website. I got too excited. My bad, dawg. My bad.**Santi**Thanks, Will. It's okay. I forgive you.

#### Storm a-brewing

> **Lily**I just want to add a lil something to the entry here. Then we can call it a day.**Luke**Sounds good, babe!

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> **Luke**Great job today, guys. Let's head back to the main island.**Lily**What is it, Santi?**Santi**Hmmmm. I don't like the look of those clouds.**Will Donald**Ooooh man, I have seen those clouds in my nature documentaries!
> Storm's a-brewin'!**Lily**Oh no. Like the storm that brought us here the first time?**Santi**Could be. Looks like it might be a one...**Luke**Oh geez. How will guests make it to the premiere if a tropical storm hits??