#// smashedagainstashuttle

[spectrerisen]

“ okay, be honest with me...  how bad is it? “  she laughs a little, teeth gritted.  “ nothing a little medi-gel won’t fix, right? “  // @smashedagainstashuttle​

[warfraught]

Late nights were nothing unusual to Shepard.

It had become pretty common for everyone on the ship, really- no one kept normal hours, it seemed, and that wasn’t even her doing. Tension bred insomnia, and that seemed to be how the wind was blowing. Whether or not that’s what led her to the at present empty mess to sit down and go over reports was hard to say.

Sure, she hadn’t gotten nearly enough sleep the last few days. There was no denying that, and everyone on the crew had seen her wandering the ship during regulation “sleep hours,” when only a skeleton crew remained to manage the ship’s functions.

But she knew the sounds of her ship well enough, and that was what led to her tipping her head in the direction of approaching footsteps before looking up, dulled green eyes focusing on her unexpected guest before giving a faint smile.

“Hey, Kaidan. Didn’t expect to see you burning the midnight oil too.”

@smashedagainstashuttle​ gets a starter

[chaotiicgoods]

@smashedagainstashuttle​ said: [ DISCOVERED ] EXTENSIVE SCAR RELATED PROMPTS | ACCEPTING

Maybe it was because Kaidan was sitting next to her, but it was the first time Lenna noticed the scar he had on his arm. They were soldiers; they all had scars. But it made her feel a bit CURIOUS, and concerned. Kaidan was a good man, a better one than many people on her crew. She was truly glad he was part of her team; he brought humanity.

She put her hand on his scar. “That’s not a small scar you have here.” She said as her eyes went back on him. “How did you get it ? If you want to talk about it, of course.” 

[virmireisms-a]

[[ @smashedagainstashuttle ]]

Ever since Kaidan came back to the Normandy, Ashley made a point of avoiding him. She wanted to talk, but she couldn’t. What was she supposed to say? As far as she was aware, even if they were comrades again, they weren’t friends. Even if he knew they weren’t working for Cerberus, and that they were on the right side, Ashley still had convinced herself she’d screwed up. She hadn’t trusted him, she’d left him in the dark, and that hurt him beyond belief. It was like a betrayal, and Ashley knew it. She kept kicking herself over it, telling herself she should have just told him, that she should have given him the truth, so that he could understand.

If they crossed paths, she was nothing but professional. She’d salute him—as he was, technically, a superior officer, even though Ashley was second-in-command of the Normandy—and never so much as used his first name. No, to her, he was Major Alenko now--not her friend, Kaidan. Ashley knew if she had to confront him professionally, she could handle it with ease. But socially? God, that made her anxious beyond belief.

She’d spent the last few days he was back battling those old insecurities of hers. Her hair was up, she wore her fatigues, she stopped wearing her usual makeup… she just couldn’t do it. Part of her knew why. Hell, the reason she’d worn her hair down the last few years—periodically, when she wasn’t like this—was because he’d commented on it once. You look good with your hair down, Ash, he’d said. It’s been entirely innocuous—she’d woken up and was brushing her hair in the morning, prepping to pull it into a bun. Of course, he’d flustered about it seconds later, making her laugh and reassure him it was fine, but it had stuck with her since then.

Hearing the door of the observation deck open behind her, Ashley turned, expertly masking the gloomy look she'd had while staring out the window. She straightened, perfectly professional, though anything she'd wanted to say died when she saw he was the one standing there. Her throat felt dry just looking at him. She couldn't shake what he'd said to her, then. Maybe we shouldn't see each other. I think it's for the best. She stiffened, jaw tightening as her posture went rigid and professional... more like the Ashley he'd known when they first met on the old Normandy.

Nevertheless, her voice remained level, composed, even though she looked like she wanted to bolt out of the room faster than anyone could blink. "Do you need something, Major Alenko?"

[facedtogether]

"You know that's my biggest nightmare whenever you're part of the ground team." Jeff nodded with a serious expression. They'd been lucky that the man hadn't been the first emergency transport when he'd set up the quickest route to the Citadel to get Kaidan the necessary medical attention. Addressing their return from Mars was like getting Garrus off Omega all over again - with the sick twist of hitting way too close to home.

"Can't promise too much in that department, though I'll try to keep the more important pieces intact for our sake." Relieved Jeff was joking again, as he straightened his posture in a half-assed salute. Feeling better about leaving Kaidan behind for a bit longer, now that he saw he's been doing okay under given circumstances. "I'll shoot you a message as soon as we enter FTL." He gently squeezed Kaidan's hand one last time. Buying them some more time however possible until they eventually let go. Luckily they could still say that his appointment took longer than expected... unless EDI would blow his cover.

“Not saying I didn’t deserve to get my ass kicked a little but… for a second when I was attacked I was scared. For us, for you.” It all happened extremely fast but there was a moment of terror. There was no flash of his entire life before his eyes but Jeff had been one of those thoughts that crossed his mind before he lost consciousness. “Thank god I had the best pilot in the universe flying the ship.” He knew medical emergencies well enough to know time was a crucial factor.

“You update me on whatever trouble you’re getting into and I’ll keep you updated on my bruises and possible promotion.” He was terrified really. With the state of the earth and whatever chase Shepard was going to be sent on they’d no doubt be facing more reapers. “The less trouble I am the faster I’m out of here. So cross my heart, I’ll stay as far from that nurse as I possibly can.” Anyway, Kaidan had something much better to return to, someone far better than a cute nurse. “You stay safe. I want you in one piece once I’m out of here.”

[virmireisms-a]

@smashedagainstashuttle asked:

[ DANCE ]: when alone together (e.g. the bedroom, the kitchen, literally anywhere once they’re alone) the sender takes the receiver’s hand, and pulls them into a graceful yet intimate dance as a spontaneous act.

Ashley had been losing her head for the last little while. They were on mission after mission, planet after planet, and as the one responsible for tactical planning, she was just about running herself into the ground. She was constantly tired—exhausted, really—and it was slowly taking it’s toll.

Her only solace was the quiet she got when she and Kaidan were alone in the observation deck. If she didn’t want to talk, she didn’t have to; he’d never force her, and he at times was the quiet type, too. The quiet was even welcomed sometimes, with his migraines; he kept the lights dim, which was welcoming compared to the brighter areas of the ship. It was just… calming. Relaxing.

Today, at least, there was a little music; Ashley welcomed it, just to take her mind off things. She’d finished all of her reports, taking to staring out at the window, seeing the rippling mass effect field that covered the ship. She’d zoned out, thinking over some of the plans she’d been studying as she felt her hand being tugged, pulling her right out of her thoughts.

“What are you doing?” She asked with a soft laugh, half-frowning as she felt him holding on to one of her hands, the other snaking over to her waist. At least she was smiling; hell, it'd pretty damn quickly pulled her out of whatever thoughts she'd been stuck in.

"This your way of telling me to quit thinking for a few minutes, Kade?"

[virmireisms-a]

Ashley: You have to apologize to Shepard! Kaidan: Fine! Kaidan: Unfuck you, or whatever!

[ @smashedagainstashuttle / @crimsonsavior ]

[virmireisms-a]

@smashedagainstashuttle what ashley would have liked to do to kaidan but she's too chicken--

[virmireisms-a]

Ashley: You disgust me. Kaidan: *eating a kitkat sideways* I realize this and don’t care.

[virmireisms-a]

Kaidan: Tommorrow's garbage day. Ashley: I can't believe they made a whole day dedicated to you.

[virmireisms-a]

❝

  You can count on me    like 1, 2, 3 ; I'll be there.     And I know when I need it    I can count on you   like 4, 3, 2 ; you'll be there.

     'Cause that's what FRIENDS          are SUPPOSED to do.

                        ❞

[virmireisms-a]

@smashedagainstashuttle kaidan @ every alpha woman he dates

date a girl who fucks everything up

[virmireisms-a]

Shepard: Some people are like slinkies. Ashley: What? Shepard: Not really good for much but bring a smile to your face when you push them down the stairs. Ashley: Ashley: Please don't push Kaidan down the stairs. Shepard, pushing Kaidan down the stairs: Too late.

[ @smashedagainstashuttle / @crimsonsavior ]

[virmireisms-a]

Shepard: We’re about to do the taser challenge. You want in? Kaidan: What's the taser challenge? Ashley: We tase eachother, then drink. Kaidan: How do you win? Shepard: What are you, a lawyer? You want in or not?

[ @smashedagainstashuttle / @crimsonsavior ]

[virmireisms-a]

Ashley: Not gonna lie, I'm kind of afraid of Alisa... Kaidan: As you should be. Ashley: No, for real, she's kind of- Kaidan: As. You. Should. Be.

[ @smashedagainstashuttle / @furyisms ]

[virmireisms-a]

Ashley: Due to personal reasons, I will be fucking sinking to the bottom of the ocean in a large metal box. Kaidan: Did Shepard say 'I love you' and you said 'Thanks'? Ashley: THE REASONS ARE PERSONAL–

[ @smashedagainstashuttle / @crimsonsavior ]