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[hiiraethus]

❛  i used to believe in forever but forever’s too good to be true.  ❜ [ have some more angst kekeke ] @humanremained​​

winnie the pooh sentence starters. // accepting

Elvóthien heaved a sigh as she settled more into the couch in Adam’s office. It certainly wasn’t uncommon for them to take their lunch together, but it had become even more frequent following his amicable split with Megan. She didn’t mind, especially if it meant she could provide any sort of comfort or support for her friend. He would have done the same were their roles reversed.

Their conversation had been idle, pinballing from one random topic to another; from work, to weekend plans, to Kubrick, and anything and everything in between. Elvóthien had observed that he seemed broodier than usual, but she didn’t think much of it and attributed it to his current situation. The cards he had been dealt were certainly less than ideal.

Slender arms crossed over her chest as Adam spoke. Of course that was on his mind. She didn’t blame him. The poor man had quite enough to sort through, that was for sure.

❝ Now, you know that’s not true.❞ Jade hues lifted to those of blue, and ever so did her head tilt to one side, curls cascading down one shoulder with the movement. ❝ You’re going through a lot right now, and... I know it’s hard. It’s going to be for quite some time, but that doesn’t mean that there’s not light at the end of the tunnel.❞

Shoulders animated in a light shrug. ❝ Besides, who’s not to say that you won’t patch things up down the road? Maybe a brief break was the best thing for the both of you right now. I know that you’re both under tremendous stress -- Megan especially with Mr. Sarif’s high expectations, and I know it hasn’t been easy for you with Pritchard breathing down your neck every second you’re here.❞ She didn’t have the heart to say it, but maybe the breakup was a good thing. He deserved better.

❝ What I mean to say is... Things won’t always be so bad, Adam. Keep your head up, keep doing good work. Things will get better.❞

[blistexenthusiast]

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[maledictus-maleficus]

"They gave you to me. As such, you are mine to do as I please. "

[botanikos]

❝I really need to get ▬▬. It has been quite some time since I've had good ▬▬ ! ❞

[sd-vtm]

@lostlittledollie

Sparks flew a little as she grinded down her saw onto a new saddle since a certain someone— … Optics glance over as the dino being as the beast slept away in the corner of the barn, —had decided it be a good idea to chew them both off... “..Alrigggght dingo man..finally finish the straps..”

The drone lift both arms up with a small squeak as her strained joint stretch a little. Tail curling a little before relaxing down again. Oooof.. Ouch, okay we been sitting way to long.

With a spin of the chair the she drone revealed herself wearing a pair of old overalls, the glasses she wore slid up and she grinned to the Sentinal who rose its head to the sound of its masters voice, blinking and clicking happily at her. “Yeeeeah that's right my wittle dino mans~! You’re not gonna chew these babies cause their metal straps, yeaaaaah no your noooot~!”

Her voice pitched and the beast rolled over on its back and instantly receives belly rubs. “ Oooouu my goodness, you loooove them belly wubs!”

[hiiraethus]

Only after searching his face, to no avail, did furrowed brows finally lift and give way to a softening of her features. It was in times like these that Elvóthien truly found him difficult to read. No answers, no trace or hint of any emotion to give him away. She could certainly fathom why he was being so secretive with the information surrounding his duties, yet still. How cryptic his words had been... She couldn't quite shake the feeling that something was amiss. That there were details he thought she was better off not knowing.

Her free hand reached to cup his cheek. ❝ You need not feel bad for making me wait, ever. Your duties are always to come first, this I know.❞ Prior to their commitment to one another, Elvóthien knew what it entailed; she knew what she was signing up for, for better or worse. ❝ But I do not mind. Not once have I minded. Nor have I grown tired of it, and I suspect that I never will. Dear Zelgius, you are worth waiting for, no matter how long. If I must wait a century, then it will have been well worth it.❞ Never had she felt that he was unworthy of her love -- she had always thought him much more than deserving. If all he could ever offer was his love, then she would remain content. Perhaps it was naive of her to think such things, yet she could not help it.

❝ This war is coming to its end, is it not?❞ Elvóthien made a haphazard stab in the dark, tying to circle back to the true meaning behind all of this, even as sweet as it was. He could not tell her, this much he'd made known, but it couldn't hurt for her to ask. ❝ Are you worried that something might happen that would halt or delay your return? I know... I know that you cannot reveal much, but Zelgius, if it concerns you, do I not have the right to know?❞

        There was a brief moment of silence after Elvóthien spoke, but Zelgius' face revealed absolutely nothing, his stoicism taking full root here. Truly, his intention was not to make her worry, it never was. It was more of a cautionary statement, a warning of what was to come, and that she should prepare for it. How he hated to keep her in the dark about what was occurring behind the scenes, but he had no choice in the matter. There could be no interference with his master's plans or his own personal goals.

       ❛ You always do and I look forward to it, every single time. ❜ Her arms were the only place in the entire world where he felt safe, content, and truly loved. There were no ulterior motives from her side. She never wanted anything from him, only him. In the eyes of the world he was nothing, but to her he was everything. And that was more than enough for him. She was the one beacon of light in these trying times. Someone he couldn't wait to return to.

       ❛ Perhaps, I feel bad for making you wait on me all the time. ❜ He certainly felt guilty for it all especially knowing that time for him was constantly winding down to zero. It was selfish to be a warden of her love. This was no way to have a proper relationship, though they made it work all the same. Their love never faltered, never diminished. ❛ Certainly, you must be tired of it. ❜ In his heart he knew that wasn't true. She would wait all eternity for him if she needed to. ❛ You deserve more than what I can offer to you, my dear. ❜ And yet he had chosen to continue being by her side. Selfish.

[cursesmade]

— NOBARA AND MAHITO go together like a fish hook inserts an eye.

it is ironic, even, how they found themselves crossing paths in the midst of it all. from dull grays do they remain as they were ( passionate personalities ) ( stalwart beings ) ( nails jagged out of place & unseemly little things that care not for the opinions of others ).

oh, perhaps they go together better than one might think ? ha!

mahito leans forward by the seat next to her, hair draping forth onto the wear and tear of velvet. movies were his favorite, after all, and what better than that of a thriller ? it is almost comical, in how the wretched screams of the victim ( caught in her lonesome by an alley ! what chance ! ) coincide with his debut.

" usually i'm not fond of talking in a movie, you know ? let's be polite about it, " it seems almost as if he hasn't recognised her ( in which, truthfully, he hadn't. it would take a genius to recognize someone from the back of their head alone in the dim lights ). . . " buuuut, do you have the time ? i'm really bored to tears by this ! i do have other things i could be doing, after all . . ."

maybe she had a phone, or something. who knows. he's still figuring out how to work his.

@wldrose

[glacialswordsman]

it huffs, reaching forward to wrap one of it's arm's around kaeya's waist only to somewhat harshly tug him back towards it a second later . it nuzzles against the back of his neck ❛❛ krasivaya, lyubimaya.. ❜❜ maybe it was getting a little annoyed at kaeya having to focus on work , on others - instead of focusing on it .

❛❛ you should .. ignore work for the rest of the day , and focus on me instead . ❜❜ it leans forward, looking over his shoulder to grin at him , before sticking its tongue out to lick up his neck . clearly it wants to be a meance. ❛❛ unless you find it more interesting than me . ❜❜ ( fl go brrr )

“Ah!”

The last thing Kaeya expected was to be yanked back by the abyssal creature, thrashing a bit from the initial surprise before settling down. He huffed in turn out of very mild exasperation, but exasperation, nonetheless. Although, he was unable to keep his cheeks from warming at the pet names it used on him while it nuzzled against him.

Heaving a sigh, the Mondstadtian press a hand to the arm around his waist, giving it a few gentle and assuring strokes. “Liebling…” he began with that all-knowing, pointed tone, “You can’t keep doing this, you know. You can’t always drag me away from my job; I have work to do. Just because some of us are enjoying some time off, doesn’t mean that everyone else is, too.”

Then, however, he felt the long stripe of its tongue lick up his neck. With a gasp and a shudder, he grits his teeth and furrowed his brows, screaming at himself internally to PULL HIMSELF TOGETHER! No, he refuses to bend to its whims, he has things to do and responsibilities to get done and commitments to get to and—and…

“… Ugh. UGH—Archons, you’re insufferable! Fine, but don’t get used to this!” he relents, groaning in defeat as he dragged his hands down his face.

[cupidbedsy]

OKAY OKAY !

what are all of your au's fave things to do at christmas timeee?

ooo okay! i honestly think most of these are going to correlate with what their fics are about.

so luke and phi is ice skating.

con and vi's is looking at christmas lights (plus with their anniversary being two days after christmas it would also be just buying each other presents).

jamie and bella's is decorating but a close second is baking cookies.

adam and eve's is also baking cookies along with their gingerbread houses.

molly, will, and gabe's is ofc watching christmas movies

jack and cassie's aren't huge fans of christmas in the sense that there's too much going on. so their favorite thing is to just spend time with each other with how much cassie has off from school.

chloe and trevor's is singing. anytime someone mentions christmas caroling, or christmas karaoke, they are jumping on that opportunity.

and luke and sab's is the snow! they love going out and having snowball fights, espeically with their competitive spirits.

[hiiraethus]

Turquoise skirts swish about the barmaid's legs as she makes her rounds across the lively, bustling bar. It's crowded and loud, yet Elvóthien's smile is bright as ever. Packed as it is, she finds that she likes it more with the small space filled with happy, jovial souls. She's able to take a moment's respite behind the counter when a familiar voice calls for her attention. Jade eyes meet with a face she'd recognize anywhere -- her dear friend, returned.

Her heart jumps, and Elvóthien swears her face will split in two with the giddy grin that quickly overtakes her lips. She can't quite recall the last time he was in town, yet that somehow makes this reunion all the sweeter.

❝ I have all the time in the world for you,❞ she replies. ❝ What can I get for you, Blondie?❞

starter call! @hiiraethus

            A smile plays at his lips as he approaches the bar, gaze seeking out a familiar head of brunette hair flitting between patrons. She hasn't noticed him yet, though Link doesn't mind. It's been a while since his last visit to the tavern - since his last visit to Castle Town - and he wanted to surprise her.

            Taking a seat at the far end, he rests his forearms upon the bar and says, "Excuse me, miss. I'd like to order, when you have a moment."

[hiiraethus]

❝ why don’t we do something fun tomorrow night? ❞

andor sentence starters. // accepting

Arched ears perked at the little proposition, and Elvóthien's features were quick to brighten considerably. How long had it been since she had a real, proper night out amongst friends? Much, much too long in her modest opinion. Most oft was she cooped up in the confines of the bar, working late through the night and into the wee hours of morning. She needed the rupees, though, and was usually more than happy to pick up any and all extra shifts that Telma was willing to throw her way.

But...maybe Elvóthien could allow herself to be selfish, just this once. One fun night out surely never hurt anyone. Besides, Nalya somehow seemed to be privy to all the happenings in town.

❝ And what, pray tell, will this fun entail, hm?❞ She really couldn't help but to tease, if even just lightly. Really, whatever the other woman had planned, Elvóthien was more than happy to join in. ❝ A festival coming to town? Live music, dancing -- a performing troupe of some sort coming to town, perhaps?❞ Pointed ears nearly wiggled in excitement with each thought that quickly rolled off her tongue.

❝ Actually, wait -- do not answer my excessive inquiries. I want to be surprised with whatever you drag me into!❞

[blistexenthusiast]

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[maledictus-maleficus]

@duunswitch said: On the one hand, fae and she knows better but on the other–walking air conditioning?

       " Who said anything about me being 'Fae.' " He's only fae-adjacent! Fae-like! The distinction is probably minimal, but who cares!

" Either way you have nothing to fear from me, little miss. I'm just out to help poor souls suffering from Summer's inconsiderate wave of death. "

[botanikos]

"Not a single one of you gets to fucking chastise me anymore! Here I am, BEHAVING myself while everyone else is a hot and flustered mess!"

[c3ntrifuga13qui1ibrium]

The Aranara came back into the house after spending a long day in the garden. It wanted to nap in one of its warm spots..maybe the counter, as the sunlight hits the edge perfectly.

But when it got into the house, it was startled.

“…Haitham..?”

Padi said in a light voice. It seemed like Alhaitham was overwhelmed. As he was holding his head in his hands, shaking lightly.

- @thesmallaranara

Alhaitham blinked a few times, lifting his head from his hands to look around for the little creature.

"Hi, Padi... What do you need sweetheart..?"

[sd-vtm]

Okay Mrs Bossy Bolts.. @enigmaincrimson

“ Whatever.. I’m not here for idle chitchat..so hurry up would you?” The other mumbled under her breath, arms rather crossed tightly around her as the drone turned back around to eye the open space before them. Why did she get stuck being someone’s stupid bodyguard? She could be off helping take down human bases but nooo, lets put V on babysitting duty! As if the humans would come all the way out here..

Sure they where in a war with the fleshies, but come on.. Can’t the other take care of her self..? The shorter femdrone turned her head around and peered over a shoulder again to watch curiously. “…What are you doing anyways.?”

Came the burning question she been dying to ask since they both got here. One could tell her irritation was getting higher, from the swishing of her syringevtsil idly flicking more behind her.