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Tuesday, October 7th
By Jesse Flynn.
Interviews (5)
Ladiesandgentlemenboysandgirls, we are almost at the end of our list of girls! But not quite yet. Today I present to you two ladies on Nathan's list and one on Valerian's list. But let me tell you, it's going to be lit! so here goes…
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Morrigan Ventura, 23, Clermont:
Jesse: Why did you sign up for the Selection?
Morrigan: Well, to be honest, I didn't even know that I was signed up until my name was called. My manager – which is my mom – put me in, said something about it helping my career. After the first few days, I just decided to treat it as an unexpected vacation.
Jesse: You are Nathan's list: how do you feel about that? Was it the one you initially signed up for?
Morrigan: Fourteen-year-old me would've been delighted *laughs*. But really, I didn't even expect to stay for so long, I'm just really happy to continue and Nate is a good guy. I'll admit that I was much warier of him then of Silas and Valerian, because of his player reputation but after he stopped trying to get in my pants 24/7, he is really fun to be around and I enjoy spending time with him. As for who I signed up for… As I said, I wasn't even expecting to enter. I never had a favorite since I didn't know them well; so I can say that I didn't sign up for any of the princes.
Jesse: What did you do on your last date with Nathan?
Morrigan: We went to see Les Misérables! I told him I'd really love to go and see a musical, I've always loved them and Les Mis is one of my favorites. I can't say that Nate enjoyed it as much as I did *laughs*, since I did notice he could barely sit still, but it made me happy that he'd do something I really like even if he doesn't. I guess, if he ever wants another date, I'll ask him to do something he likes…
Jesse: During the National Day Ball, you dressed all in red, clearly showing your colors for Nathan. Do you think that bumped you on his favorites on his list or not?
Morrigan: I don't really know, maybe?
Jesse: Do you have any cinematic projects for the future? Or are you on a break from that as well?
Morrigan: Oh yes, I do. I can't really say much about one of them but I am very interested in some scripts from a newer screenwriter, she will be working with the Director of the series I participated in. It's a historical movie, of course, more dramatized and very fictional as it follows the investigation of a string of crimes.
Jesse: Oh, that's interesting! And if you do end up winning Nathan's heart in the end: what is the first thing you do?
Morrigan: The first thing I will do?... Well, maybe try for a part in a musical? I always wanted to do that and Los Angeles has the best theatre in Illéa. I still want to act but I wouldn't like to travel around so much at the beginning of a relationship so I'd probably try for things close to home.
Jesse: Can you give me two weaknesses and two strengths?
Morrigan: For weaknesses, I'll say my difficulty to trust and, maybe, my non-existent modern sense of humor. As for strengths, I'll say creativity and persistence.
Jesse: What's your favorite alcoholic beverage, main dish, dessert, and fast-food?
Morrigan: I do love watermelon juice, I always had one during filming breaks. I also really enjoy a good spaghetti plate and chocolate ice cream cake, but I don't really get to eat the last one too much.
Jesse: What's your favorite season?
Morrigan: Winter is my favorite season, I love to just stay in bed and cuddle with a fluffy stuffed animal or drink hot chocolate while watching the snow.
Jesse: Can you describe yourself in 3 words starting with the same letter?
Morrigan: Yes: Insecure, Imperfect, Illusory.
Jesse: On a scale from 1-10, how much do you love Doug?
Morrigan: I love him 3000!
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Evelyne Mia Williams, 21, Midston:
Jesse: Why did you sign up for the Selection?
Evelyne Mia: In all honesty, a chance at love. I've never found myself romantically attracted to the few men I dated, actually. I'm glad to be in Valerian's Elite, now!
Jesse: Speaking of which, how do you feel about that Elite?
Evelyne Mia: It's a little bit hard to consider the others rivals since we're all such good friends! So for now, we don't really talk about it too much, but I'm sure it's going to get tenser and tenser as time passes and the pool becomes smaller. For now, I can't really see if Valerian favors one or the other, so I don't really know how this will turn out.
Jesse: If I remember correctly you've been on several dates with Valerian, correct? Which one was your favorite?
Evelyne Mia: They were both so different! On one hand, it was a fun group date in an Escape Game, and on the other hand, we volunteered at the LASK. So, very different. I loved both, but I have to admit that I really liked spending some time alone with Valerian. He's such a sweet man, and he has a heart of gold. I know he's going to do amazing things in the future, and his wife is going to be lucky!
Jesse: I've noticed your always wearing very nice jewelry! Are they all yours?
Evelyne Mia: Yes, of course! *laughs* I'm not royalty for nothing. I love to wear matching jewelry, and since I knew the Palace wouldn't have the budget for that for everyone, I took mine. And yes, before you ask, they're all 100% real.
Jesse: When you say you're royalty, how far are you from the French throne?
Evelyne Mia: Far! I'm only six or seventh in line! Or maybe eighth? I don't remember. But I hope I won't get any closer. I'm perfectly content with my place, at the moment. If I were too close to the throne, I wouldn't be able to travel as I do around the world to volunteer.
Jesse: Where is your favorite place to volunteer?
Evelyne Mia: I always love going to Africa! The places there are so beautiful, and the people so kind! My father always said that when we are blessed, we must help those who are less fortunate. So I do it!
Jesse: Can you give me two weaknesses and two strengths?
Evelyne Mia: I sometimes tend to be short-tempered or moody. As for strengths, I can speak three languages perfectly well – French, English, and Italian – and I can speak in front of a large group without being stressed or nervous.
Jesse: What's your favorite fast food?
Evelyne Mia: Fries! They go with everything, and I can never have enough of them.
Jesse: What's your favorite color?
Evelyne Mia: I love green and blue. I couldn't possibly choose only one!
Jesse: Can you describe yourself in 3 words starting with the same letter?
Evelyne Mia: Beloved, benevolent, and beautiful.
Jesse: On a scale from 1-10, how much do you love Doug?
Evelyne Mia: A million? He's simply the fluffiest and cutest dog in the universe. Can I adopt him?
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Brandy Bradford, 21, Fennley:
Jesse: Why did you sign up for the Selection?
Brandy: For the paid vacay? *laughs* No, but if I have to be completely honest, it was probably because I needed to take a few steps back from my life and reflect on things, figure out what I really wanted… it helped!
Jesse: You are now on Nathan's list: how do you feel about that?
Brandy: He's a nice guy, I think? I mean, I may have snapped at him a couple of times– hey, don't judge me, but some topics are off-limits, okay? And I didn't want to go there yet… but otherwise, he's a good guy. He hasn't done anything to hurt me or tried to get in my pants.
Jesse: I see. And what was your favorite date during the whole Selection? Either with Silas or Nathan.
Brandy: my last one was with Nathan and he watched a movie and maybe we got a little drunk. And that's the time I kinda snapped at him. So I'm going to have to go with my first date with Silas when he went to the LA Art museum! It was really fun, and I think he enjoyed himself! I know I did.
Jesse: We talked about you taking up drawing again: what did you draw?
Brandy: Oh, gosh… I'm just messing around with some sketches, but they're all based on the Selected and the Princes, and I've tried to put to paper some epic stuff that happened during this time! Who knows? Maybe I'll publish a book with Dyani – she's been writing the Selection story – where I do the illustration. Maybe even a comic book! *laughs*
Jesse: Speaking of drawing, how long have you been drawing?
Brandy: A very long time! Maybe you've heard about the child's book that followed the adventure of a Knight called The Lionhearted Luca who has to defend his Kingdom from the evil King Lou from the rival Kingdom of Kemia? Yeah, that was me. The character was based on my little brother. But when he lost his battle to Leukemia, I stopped drawing. I just couldn't do it anymore, you know?
Jesse: I totally understand. What changed, now?
Brandy: I think when Nathan asked about my brother and all, it was painful. But I could either run away from the pain or embrace it and work with it. This whole Selection has been really helping me to put things into perspective. I made friends, I'm dealing with my pain, and I'm slowly drawing again.
Jesse: I'm really happy to hear that! Can you give me two weaknesses and two strengths?
Brandy: Uhm… I'm pretty confident in my body – and I'm so glad we're going to have a plus-size queen! Also, I love to give! I'm good at finding the best gift for someone. As for weaknesses, I often let my emotions cloud my judgment – I mean, you saw what happen with me and drawing – and I'm a major procrastinator…
Jesse: What's your favorite dessert?
Brandy: Gelato! 110% gelato. As long as it's old-fashioned, I don't mind the flavor.
Jesse: What's your favorite Video Game?
Brandy: Dungeons and Dragons. The more the merrier! I've tried to get some of the girls to play with me too, but no such luck, unfortunately.
Jesse: Can you describe yourself in 3 words starting with the same letter?
Brandy: Warrior, Willful, and Wry.
Jesse: On a scale from 1-10, how much do you love Doug?
Brandy: 10! Does anyone honestly say something else than that?
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And that's it for today! Only four more girls to interview and we'll have seen all of them! I hope you enjoyed getting to know Morrigan, Mia, and Brandy a little better, and I wish them all the best in the rest of the Selection! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more content on the Illéan Daily Blog and Instagram! Have a great end of the week and take care!
Hiii! I hope you enjoyed this little article! only four more girls to go, and we'll be over with the interviews! Thanks to Wondy for doing Mor's questions ;) it was really helpful!
I already know Slyther (for Abigail) and French (for Odessa) want to also answer, but if Lily and DragonSilvertongue want to answer for Malia and Eve, just DM me and I'll send you the questions! The deadline would be January 1st ;) Thanks!
And Merry Christmas for those of you who celebrate Christmas, otherwise Happy Holidays and I'll see you on Saturday ;) (on a range from 1 to 10, how hype are you about the new 2x/week posting schedule?) ;)
byeeeee~
