Derry Girls: New Horizons, Part 1

The Big Yellow Building, Part 2

A special mention to that-guy-in-the-chiton on tumblr for the creation of Declan McCool.

As the night wore on. Laurie found a moment to take Clare around to introduce her to her friends and some of the regulars. Everyone wished her a happy birthday. Clare couldn't help but smile as she was enthralled by the encouragement and well wishes that were showered upon her by members of her community. The influence of vodka and coke and sweet fruity cocktails began to take effect and she quickly stopped emphasizing she wasn't quite 18 yet. While Clare felt a familiar swanning feeling descend upon her, partly down to the amount of drinks she consumed, and hanging lovingly onto Laurie's arm. The song "I know where it's at" by All Saints pulsated through the club. Clare swayed merrily with Laurie on the dance area.

Michelle smirked triumphantly that her scheme had worked. She savoured the taste as she threw her drink back and danced near the happy couples. Erin and James were huddled together; the wee English fella felt mellow enough to bask in his girlfriend's beauty rather than catching the odd gaze from other fellas on the dance floor. Michelle shoulder shuffled to the music with Orla, who was extremely happy to find that the bar had a stock of Chupa Chups lollypops, and even more happy that they were free. The kooky member had two lollypops tucked inside her cheeks, the distinct flavours of cherry and orange mixing as she jocked between dancing with Michelle and Marco, who was now sporting purple and silver star makeup around his eyes. The crowd erupted as "Freed from Desire" by Gala started to play.

"THIS IS A FUCKING TUNE!!!!" Michelle cried to Orla as she cheered loudly with her. The pace quickened and soon there were more cheers as bubbles began cascading from above them.

"WOOOAHHHHH!!!!!! THAT IS SO CLASS!!!!!" Orla cried with approval as she gawked with amazement.

"AYE!!! IT'S MENTAL!!!" Erin shouted, looking up at the descending bubbles.

Erin couldn't help but collapse with laughter as she looked at James who was also sporting the same purple and silver glitter star makeup around his eyes. Throwing their drinks back, they jumped to the music. The atmosphere in the bar/ club was loud and merry. There was the odd person who wore striking, bold coloured outfits, while others wore more profound ones, sporting a tribute to Freddie Mercury, Boy George, and George Michael respectively. The music switched from current popular music, to dance remixes, to 80's classics by ABBA and Queen. "I want to break free" came on. The gang came away and sat on the sofa where they'd laid their coats upon. Clare opted to stay dancing with Laurie. It was now coming close to closing time.

"Alright, come on. Let's get one more round in before they call last orders!" Michelle ordered happily.

"Yeah!" Orla agreed happily.

"Oi! Wank Features! Get yer arse up there. Just get seven of the same drink!" Michelle ordered James.

"Why me?" James moaned.

"Cos the barman's been eyeing yous since you walked in! Now shift it!" Michelle shot. James sighed and made his way over to the bar.

"Catch yourself on! Are you pimping my James out just so you can get a quicker drink?" Erin shot.

"Don't be such a dose! the Barman's horny for 'im, just let 'im ogle James for a wee bit, what? ye worried he's gonna dump yer or something?" Michelle shot. Erin furrowed her eyes.

James had somehow managed to get himself to the front of the bar. He tried to get the barman's attention, but he appeared to be pre-occupied with some other fella, much to James' relief. While the other patrons eagerly waited to be served before last orders were called, Meat Loaf's "I'd do anything for love" began to play, freeing the bar somewhat as partners paired off. James turned and smiled as he spied Erin. Their eyes met, and she waved at him with her fingers, shooting a warm smile at her wee English fella. James smiled broadly at her. He then turned back to the matter in hand and try to get the barman's attention.