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It's here.
The Shepherds of Haven Twine alpha build is live on Patreon!
What's New:
UI! A new UI for the game awaits you, including a range of visual themes to switch between light and dark mode, each with its own ‘minimalist’ version for those who favor strict readability! Stat screens, achievements, notifications, codex entries, newspaper articles, journal entries, storefronts, the day off hub, relationships, the character guide, the inventory, your room, trading cards, gambling, and so much more have been redesigned from the ground-up!
Miss the old look? Switch the font to Georgia and use the "Scholar" theme in your settings. You can even toggle "prioritize stat bars" if you want to change everything back to just stat bars!
A vast range of settings to customize your game! Includes several fonts and ways to read the text, including OpenDyslexic font, as well as toggles to disable or enable visual effects, music, and character art.
Robust save system! Now, you can not only use 10 different save slots on your browser (including autosaves), you can also download saves directly to your device, arrange and rename them as you like, and even use them to play the game between different devices and browsers!
Interactive maps! Explore and learn about the world of Blest like never before!
Music! A gorgeous custom soundtrack for the game was designed and composed by Ivan Duch and will play at key moments in the story.
Art! New character art, character cards, collectible trading cards, background art, codex documents, bestiary notes, and so much more have now been integrated into the game. Don’t miss the absolutely gorgeous cover designed by Angela Wang!
Fully mobile compatible! Though desktop is strongly recommended for the best gameplay experience, Shepherds is mobile-compatible and feature-rich regardless of what device you play it on.
Other gameplay improvements:
Trouble and Briony are now romanceable by players of all genders.
All players can change their pronouns at any times. Pronouns do not affect romances.
Gambling is now unlocked earlier.
Two day offs is now unlocked earlier.
You can now allocate different points in magic and weaponry training to different skills, not just one at a time.
For now, the new alpha build is only available on Patreon, primarily because this is all new to me and I was working under a severe crunch after the abrupt closure of Dashingdon. Once all the bugs have been ironed out, I feel less nervy, and the dust has settled down some--and I get some semblance of a functional daily life back again--I'll get to work making a public demo available to everyone. It shouldn't be too long of a wait!
In the meantime, please consider signing up for the Shepherds of Haven newsletter: you'll be notified of only the most important announcements--including the release of the public demo, beta-testing opportunities, DLC announcements, and more. Plus, you'll get a free exclusive digital wallpaper based on Shepherds of Haven! :)
Other new links:
manifold-studios.com - official website for my games
@manifoldstudios - this (shepherds-of-haven) is still my main account, but you can follow this one for a cleaner way to receive just announcements as well!
linktree
newsletter
And, of course, if you want to give the new Twine build a try, you'll want to...
Play here!
I sincerely hope you enjoy! ✨
#Shepherds of Haven#Twine#twine wip#twine game#twine if#interactive fiction#twine interactive fiction#Patreon#alpha build#alpha preview#important#pinned#update#ahhhhhhhh#my heart can't take this i'm so nervous and excited lol#i'm crying i really hope you guys enjoy! 😭
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Hello, everyone! Welcome back to Casper.
The prologue has been re-released on itch.io and you can play it now! The first two scenes have been heavily revised while the last scene is entirely rewritten. There have been some quality of life fixes (though I'll also be adding a few more in the upcoming weeks) such as improved audio settings and a skip to final scene option.
If you run into any bugs or errors, let me know. The best way to do so is through an ask here on Tumblr or in the Zorlok Discord server (screenshots are always helpful if possible).
You can find the updated content warnings for the Prologue under the cut. If there's anything you think should be added or reworded, just let me know.
I am so thrilled and happy to share this with you and even more excited to keep sharing this story with you. The next update will be part of episode 1 and I'm hoping to get that out within the next few months (though we'll see since I'm a librarian and summer reading is coming up).
Anyways, I hope you have an absolutely lovely day and that you enjoy the update!
-Albie
Huge thank you to my wonderful playtesters: Arc, Aspen, Aster, Beckdeck, Cassie, Crash Sjordal, Crouton, Equus, Ghost, Jinx, Kazoowhiz, LeafGoldKing, Mansym, Monday, Oddington, Sneky, and Snooga

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Updated Content Warnings for the Prologue: Blood Body Horror Insect/Necrotic Imagery Physical Restraint Mental Invasion Memory Loss Self-Mutilation Cursing Bullying Broken Bones (conditional) Wretching (conditional)
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bet you thought you'd seen the last of ME
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Pt. 9 Fuck Me Like U Mean It
BABEL'S CHAINS MASTERLIST : HERE
Your POV
Morning Possessiveness
The first thing you felt was warmth.
Soft, steady breathing tickled your skin.
Your eyes fluttered open, the dim morning light slipping through the curtains, casting a golden glow across the room.
Karina.
Her face was nestled against your chest, her body pressed closely to yours, her arms locked tightly around you like a vice.
Her long hair cascaded over her pillow, strands lightly tickling your chin.
For a moment, you just stared.
You had never seen her like this before—completely at ease, vulnerable in her sleep, her usual guarded expression nowhere in sight.
The events of last night came flooding back.
The drunken call. The desperation in her voice. The way she dragged you into her room, kissing you with reckless abandon. The way she begged you not to leave.
Your heart pounded at the memory.
You had stayed.
And now, waking up beside her, you weren’t sure what came next.
You shifted slightly, trying to sit up—
But the moment you moved, Karina’s arms tightened around you.
A small, muffled growl vibrated against your chest.
“…Don’t.”
Her voice was hoarse, barely awake, but firm.
You stilled.
“…Karina?”
Her grip tightened.
“Stay.”
Her voice was barely above a whisper, but it carried the same desperation as last night.
She buried her face deeper against your chest, her fingers curling into the fabric of your shirt.
“I don’t care what time it is,” she mumbled sleepily. “Just… don’t go yet.”
Your heart ached.
You had never heard her sound so fragile before.
“…Alright,” you murmured, relaxing back onto the bed.
A content sigh left Karina’s lips as she snuggled closer, her body molding perfectly against yours.
For a long moment, neither of you moved.
Just the sound of steady breathing.
The rhythmic rise and fall of her chest.
The way her warmth seeped into you, making it impossible to think about anything other than her.
Minutes stretched into an hour.
You weren’t sure when exactly Karina drifted back to sleep, but eventually, she stirred.
Her eyelashes fluttered slightly before her eyes cracked open.
She blinked up at you groggily, her expression still hazy with sleep.
“…You’re still here?”
You chuckled. “You wouldn’t let me leave.”
A faint blush spread across her cheeks as she buried her face back into your chest.
“…Shut up.”
You smirked, brushing a hand through her messy hair.
She let out a small, content sigh at the motion, her fingers absentmindedly tracing circles against your arm.
For a moment, it felt like this was normal.
Like this was something you did every morning.
Waking up beside her. Holding her like this.
But the reality of what had happened last night lingered between you both.
Eventually, Karina pulled back slightly, propping herself up on one elbow.
Her eyes met yours.
“…So,” she murmured. “What happens now?”
You swallowed hard.
That was the question, wasn’t it?
Last night, she had let down her walls.
But what about now?
Now that the morning had come—now that the alcohol had worn off—did she regret it?
“…Do you regret it?” you asked cautiously.
Karina’s gaze softened.
“…No.”
She hesitated, her fingers gripping the fabric of your shirt.
“But I’m scared.”
“Of what?”
She let out a small, bitter laugh.
“You know what.”
Your throat tightened.
She was scared of messing up again.
Scared of pushing you away.
Scared of the fact that she wants you, but doesn’t know how to handle it.
You reached out, gently tucking a strand of hair behind her ear.
“I meant what I said last night,” you murmured. “We’ll figure this out together.”
Karina’s breath hitched.
Her eyes searched yours, as if trying to find any sign of hesitation.
But you weren’t hesitating.
Not anymore.
“…Okay,” she whispered.
It wasn’t a promise.
It wasn’t a confession.
But it was something.
A start
An Interruption Just as the moment lingered between you both, Karina’s phone buzzed loudly on the nightstand.
She groaned, rolling over to grab it.
You caught a glimpse of the caller ID—Winter.
Karina hesitated, then answered.
“…What do you want?”
Even half-asleep, she still managed to sound annoyed.
From the other end, Winter’s voice was unmistakable.
[“Ohhh, so he’s still there, huh?”]
Karina’s eyes widened slightly before she glared at the phone.
“…Shut up.”
You smirked, already knowing where this was going.
Winter’s teasing voice continued.
[“Did you confess your undying love yet, or are you still in denial?”]
Karina groaned, shoving a pillow over her face.
You couldn’t hold back your laughter.
“…I hate you,” Karina muttered into the pillow.
Winter’s laughter rang through the phone.
[“Nah, you love me. But not as much as him, apparently.”]
You watched as Karina’s face turned bright red.
“…I’m hanging up.”
[“Tell lover boy I said hi.”]
Click.
Karina groaned again, tossing her phone onto the bed.
You chuckled. “So… they know?”
She shot you a glare.
“Of course, they know. Winter saw how I looked at you ages ago.”
Your heart skipped a beat.
“How did you look at me?”
Karina’s face turned even redder.
She rolled over, shoving her face into the pillow again.
“…Shut up.”
You couldn’t stop smiling.
She was adorable.
And despite everything, despite all the complications, one thing was clear—
Karina wanted you.
And this time, she wasn’t pretending otherwise.
An Uncertain Future
Eventually, you both got up.
Karina lazily dragged herself into the bathroom, muttering something about needing to wash the “stupid blush” off her face.
You took the time to check your phone.
A few messages from Ryujin.
Ryujin: Morning! So… how was last night? 😉 Ryujin: Don’t lie. I know you stayed over. Ryujin: Wanna come over today?
You smiled at the last message.
Ryujin, huh?
Things were about to get even more complicated.
Before you could respond, Karina reappeared, dressed in an oversized hoodie, her hair still damp from the shower.
She crossed her arms, eyeing you suspiciously.
“Who are you smiling at?”
You raised an eyebrow. “Jealous already?”
Karina huffed, looking away.
“…Shut up.”
You chuckled.
Yeah.
Things were definitely getting complicated.
But for the first time—
You weren’t afraid of it.
Because no matter what happened next…
Karina wasn’t letting go.
And neither were you.
The moment you reached ITZY’s apartment, you barely had time to knock before the door swung open.
“FINALLY!”
A blur of energy launched at you.
Yuna.
Before you could react, her arms wrapped tightly around your waist, almost knocking the air out of your lungs.
“Yuna—”
“You’re so late!” she whined, squeezing you even tighter. “Do you know how long I’ve been waiting for you?”
From inside, Ryujin’s voice called out lazily.
“He’s like ten minutes late, Yuna.”
“That’s too long!” Yuna shot back, still clinging to you like a koala.
You laughed, reaching up to ruffle her hair.
“Missed me that much?”
She pulled back, pouting. “Of course! You haven’t been hanging out with us lately. And don’t think I don’t know where you were last night.”
Your heart skipped a beat.
“…What?”
Yuna grinned mischievously. “You were at aespa’s place, weren’t you?”
Before you could answer, Ryujin appeared at the doorway, arms crossed, smirking.
“More specifically, Karina’s room.”
Your stomach dropped.
“…You guys are stalking me now?”
Ryujin shrugged. “Please. Winter practically broadcasted it.”
Yuna gasped, dramatically covering her mouth. “So it’s true! You did spend the night with Karina?”
Your silence betrayed you.
Ryujin’s smirk widened. “Oh, this is gonna be fun.”
You groaned. “Can I at least come inside before the interrogation starts?”
Yuna giggled, finally letting go of you, and Ryujin stepped aside, motioning for you to enter.
“Welcome back, lover boy.”
Settling In, But Not Really
You had barely sat down on the couch when Yuna flopped beside you, resting her head on your shoulder.
Ryujin sat across from you, her sharp eyes locked onto you like she was analyzing your every move.
“So,” she started. “What really happened last night?”
You sighed, rubbing your temple.
“Nothing happened.”
Yuna gasped dramatically again. ���LIES.”
Ryujin smirked. “Be honest. Did Karina confess? Did she kiss you?”
Your face burned.
That was way too specific.
“…Why do you care?”
Yuna nudged you with her elbow, grinning. “Because we care about you.”
Ryujin nodded. “Exactly. You’ve been so hung up on Karina for so long. And now, suddenly, you’re spending the night in her room? Something changed.”
You hesitated.
They weren’t wrong.
Something had changed.
Karina was opening up in a way she never had before. She was letting you see her vulnerability, her fears, her possessiveness.
And you—
You weren’t running away.
“…It’s complicated,” you finally said.
Ryujin raised an eyebrow. “Aren’t all relationships?”
Yuna pouted. “So you do like her?”
You hesitated.
Did you?
Of course, you did.
You always had.
But saying it out loud—
“…I don’t know,” you admitted.
Ryujin leaned back, watching you carefully.
“Let me guess,” she said. “You’re scared.”
Your jaw tensed.
She always saw through you so easily.
“…Maybe.”
Yuna groaned. “Ugh! Why are boys so stupid? If you like her, tell her! If she likes you back, be with her!”
Ryujin chuckled. “It’s not that simple, Yuna.”
Yuna huffed, crossing her arms. “It should be.”
You smiled a little.
Maybe in a perfect world.
But in your world—
Things were never that easy.
The conversation eventually drifted to other things—memories, inside jokes, playful bickering.
For the first time in a while, you felt at home.
Ryujin stole the remote from Yuna. Yuna dramatically whined and sprawled across your lap. You barely managed to push her off before she started tickling you.
Everything was exactly how it used to be.
And yet—
Something was different.
The way Ryujin’s eyes lingered on you longer than before. The way Yuna clung to you, her touch more possessive than playful. The way you felt—torn between the past and the present.
Ryujin smirked suddenly. “So, when are you seeing Karina again?”
You sighed. “You really wanna talk about this, huh?”
Yuna giggled. “Of course! We need to know if we should be jealous~”
You choked on your drink. “What?!”
Ryujin rolled her eyes. “She’s kidding. Mostly.”
Yuna pouted. “Hey, I’m partially serious!”
You stared at her.
She wasn’t joking.
Not entirely.
Your heart pounded.
“…Yuna.”
She stuck her tongue out playfully but didn’t deny anything.
Ryujin watched the interaction closely, her usual teasing smirk faltering slightly.
Something about the mood shifted.
It wasn’t just you who noticed things changing.
They did, too.
Later that night, Ryujin found you alone on the balcony.
She leaned against the railing beside you, looking out at the city lights.
“…You okay?”
You exhaled. “Yeah. Just thinking.”
Ryujin hummed. “About Karina?”
You smiled wryly. “About everything.”
She nodded.
A comfortable silence settled between you.
Then—
“Do you ever think about us?”
You turned to her, surprised.
She wasn’t looking at you.
Just staring out at the skyline.
Your heart tightened.
“…Yeah.”
Ryujin exhaled softly. “Me too.”
Another silence.
This one heavier.
“…Do you regret anything?” you asked.
Ryujin finally looked at you.
Her expression unreadable.
“…Sometimes.”
Your breath caught.
She wasn’t one to be vulnerable easily.
But tonight—
She was letting you in.
Just like Karina had.
And suddenly, you felt like you were standing at a crossroads.
The past. The present. The girls who once meant everything. The girl who was starting to mean everything.
And you—
Stuck in between.
Not knowing which path to take.
The next morning, a text lit up your phone.
Karina: Are you free today?
Your heart pounded.
You weren’t sure what you were doing.
But one thing was clear—
This wasn’t just about Karina anymore.
This was about all of them.
And sooner or later—
You’d have to choose.
You stood outside aespa’s apartment, staring at the door.
Your heart pounded against your ribs, an uneasy mix of anticipation and confusion twisting inside you.
Karina had texted you—short and simple.
Karina: Are you free today?
And now, here you were.
Taking a breath, you knocked.
The door swung open almost immediately, and before you could react—
A pair of arms wrapped tightly around you.
Karina.
She pressed herself into you, holding on as if she was afraid you’d slip away.
“Hey,” you murmured, surprised.
She didn’t say anything.
Didn’t move.
Just held you.
For a moment, you didn’t know what to do.
Then—
You hugged her back.
Her body relaxed slightly, but her grip remained firm.
Like she needed this.
Like she needed you.
When she finally pulled away, her face was unreadable.
You studied her, trying to figure out what she was thinking, but Karina was good at hiding things.
Too good.
Before you could say anything, a voice called from inside.
“Well, well, look who’s back.”
You turned to see Winter leaning against the couch, arms crossed, smirking.
Giselle sat beside her, grinning knowingly.
Ningning peeked over the back of the couch, wiggling her eyebrows playfully.
“Welcome home, lover boy,” she teased.
You groaned. “Not you guys, too.”
Winter chuckled. “You did spend the night here. The entire night.”
Giselle smirked. “It’s only natural we ask questions.”
Karina shot them a glare. “Stop teasing.”
But her ears were turning red.
You sighed. “Can I at least sit down before the interrogation starts?”
Giselle patted the empty space beside her. “Go ahead. Make yourself comfortable.”
Karina tugged you toward the couch before you could react, practically shoving you down beside her.
The other girls exchanged knowing glances but said nothing.
For now.
A Comfortable Chaos
Spending time with aespa felt different than before.
There was an ease to it, a familiarity you hadn’t realized you missed.
Giselle teased you relentlessly, Winter made sarcastic remarks, and Ningning giggled at everything.
But Karina—
Karina was different.
She barely left your side.
Every time you moved, she moved with you.
Her hand brushed against yours more times than you could count.
Her eyes lingered on you, soft and warm.
And when she laughed—
God, you had missed that sound.
At one point, Ningning leaned close and whispered, “She’s different when you’re around, you know.”
You turned to her, surprised.
“She likes you,” Ningning continued, grinning. “Like, really likes you.”
Your stomach flipped.
You glanced at Karina—who was currently trying (and failing) to swat away Winter’s teasing.
She caught you staring.
And for the briefest moment—
Her expression softened.
Then she quickly looked away, pretending to be annoyed at Winter.
But you saw it.
The way her fingers twitched like she wanted to reach for you. The way she bit her lip to hide her smile. The way her entire body leaned toward yours without her realizing it.
She did like you.
And that scared you more than anything.
Because you weren’t sure if you were ready to accept it.
Or worse—
If you were ready to hurt her again.
A Moment Alone Eventually, the other girls left the room, giving you and Karina some space.
You sat in silence for a while, neither of you knowing what to say.
Then—
“I missed you,” Karina whispered.
Your chest tightened.
“…I missed you too.”
She looked up at you, searching your face for something.
Then, hesitantly—
She reached for your hand.
Her fingers curled around yours, warm and gentle.
“Are you…” she hesitated. “Are you seeing anyone else?”
Your breath caught.
You thought about Ryujin. About Yuna. About the way their eyes lingered, the way their touches felt different lately.
But in this moment—
None of them mattered.
Only Karina.
“…No,” you admitted.
She exhaled, relieved.
Then—
She smiled.
A soft, genuine smile that made your heart ache.
“Good,” she murmured.
Then, without another word—
She rested her head against your shoulder.
And for the first time in a long time—
You let yourself enjoy the moment.
Even if you knew it wouldn’t last.
Even if you knew this was only the beginning of something far more complicated.
Because right now—
Karina was in your arms.
And that was enough.
For now.
You and Karina sat close on the couch, her head still resting against your shoulder.
For the first time in a long while, things felt calm.
The conversation between you two was soft, almost hesitant.
“I’ve been thinking a lot lately,” Karina murmured, her fingers idly tracing patterns on your palm.
“About what?”
“You.”
Your breath hitched.
She didn’t look at you, but you could feel her grip on your hand tighten slightly.
“I don’t want to lose you again,” she admitted. “I can’t.”
A lump formed in your throat.
Before you could respond—
Your phone rang.
You glanced down at the screen.
Ryujin.
You hesitated for a moment before answering.
“Hey, what’s up?”
Before Ryujin could even speak—
Karina suddenly reached over and snatched the phone from your hands.
Your eyes widened. “Karina—”
She ended the call.
Your heart dropped. “What are you doing?”
Karina turned to you, her eyes dark with something unreadable.
Possessive.
Desperate.
“She doesn’t need you right now,” Karina whispered. “I do.”
You swallowed hard.
Something about the way she said it sent chills down your spine.
Karina placed your phone face-down on the table, as if making sure you wouldn’t touch it.
You stared at her, still processing what just happened.
“You can’t just end my calls like that,” you said, voice calm but firm.
Karina frowned, almost pouting.
“Why not?” she muttered.
“Because it’s not okay, Karina. That was Ryujin—”
Her expression darkened at the mention of Ryujin’s name.
“She can wait,” she said coldly.
Your chest tightened.
You had seen Karina jealous before.
But this—
This was different.
There was an obsession in her eyes.
A need for control.
And it scared you.
“…Karina,” you said carefully, watching her reaction. “You’re acting strange.”
She tilted her head, smiling sweetly.
“Am I?”
You nodded.
“I just don’t like sharing,” she whispered.
Then—
She leaned in.
Her lips ghosted over your jawline, sending shivers down your spine.
Your breath hitched. “Karina—”
“You belong to me, don’t you?” she whispered.
You felt trapped.
Cornered.
Her fingers curled into your shirt, gripping tightly as if she was afraid you’d disappear.
She wasn’t asking.
She was stating.
And deep down—
You weren’t sure if you had the strength to deny her.
A Dangerous Obsession
Your breath hitched as Karina leaned in, her warm lips pressing against yours in a slow, lingering kiss.
Her hands curled into your shirt, pulling you closer, deepening the kiss as if she was afraid you’d slip away.
Your mind screamed at you to stop.
To push her away.
To tell her that what she was doing wasn’t right.
But your body—
Your body didn’t listen.
She pulled away slightly, her forehead resting against yours, her breath warm against your lips.
“Focus on me,” she whispered. “Just me.”
She reached over and grabbed your phone—
Then threw it across the room.
The sound of it hitting the floor echoed in the silence.
Your stomach dropped.
“Karina—what the hell?!” You tried to move, but she tightened her grip around you.
“I don’t want any distractions,” she murmured, her eyes filled with something dark. “Not when you’re with me.”
Your heart pounded in your chest.
This wasn’t just jealousy.
It was something more.
Something dangerous.
“Karina,” you said carefully. “You can’t just—”
She kissed you again, cutting off your words, her hands sliding up your arms, her touch possessive.
“Please,” she whispered against your lips. “Just for today.”
You felt like you were drowning.
Trapped in something you weren’t sure you could escape from.
And the scariest part?
A part of you didn’t want to.
Something’s Wrong
Ryujin furrowed her brows, staring at her phone screen.
The call had ended.
Just like that.
No explanation. No reason. Just a sudden, abrupt disconnection.
She tried calling again.
No answer.
Her fingers tapped impatiently against her thigh as she sat in the ITZY apartment, her mind racing.
She called again.
Still nothing.
She scoffed. “What the hell?”
Yuna, who was sitting beside her, glanced up from her phone. “What’s up?”
Ryujin clenched her jaw. “He’s not picking up.”
Yuna blinked. “Huh? He just texted earlier, right?”
Ryujin nodded. Exactly.
It wasn’t like you to ignore her calls. If you were busy, you’d at least text back.
But this?
This felt wrong.
She gripped her phone tighter and called again.
Voicemail.
Her stomach twisted.
Something wasn’t right.
She tried again.
Nothing.
“…Something’s wrong,” she muttered, standing up abruptly.
Yuna sat up straighter. “Wait, what do you mean?”
Ryujin didn’t answer.
Her heart was pounding now.
A sinking feeling settled in her chest as she stared at the unanswered calls.
Where the hell were you?
Ryujin tightened her grip on the steering wheel, her jaw clenched as she sped through the dimly lit streets. The city lights blurred past her, but her mind was fixated on only one thing—you.
You weren’t answering.
She had called at least ten times, yet every single one went to voicemail.
That wasn’t like you.
Not at all.
A bitter taste formed in her mouth as she replayed the last conversation she had with you. You said you were going to see them—Karina and the rest of AESPA. At first, she thought nothing of it, but now…
Her fingers tightened around the wheel.
The more she thought about it, the more uneasy she became.
The way Karina ended the call so abruptly.
The way you didn’t even get to answer her properly.
The way Karina had always looked at you.
Obsessive. Possessive.
Ryujin had noticed it before, but she never thought much of it. Maybe she was just overthinking things.
But now?
Now, she wasn’t sure.
The rain started drizzling, tapping against the windshield as she pressed harder on the gas.
She didn’t care.
She just needed to see you.
To make sure you were okay.
As she approached AESPA’s apartment building, she parked her car carelessly and jumped out, not even bothering to take an umbrella. The cold wind bit against her skin, but she barely noticed it.
Her heart pounded violently against her chest as she reached the entrance.
She took a deep breath before pressing the buzzer.
Once.
Twice.
No response.
Her patience wore thin. She pressed it again, this time holding onto it longer.
Finally, the door unlocked with a faint click.
Without hesitation, Ryujin stepped inside, her breathing uneven as she made her way toward their unit.
Something wasn’t right.
And she was going to find out exactly what it was.
Ryujin barely took a moment to acknowledge Ningning before cutting straight to the point.
"Where is he?"
Her tone was cold—distant.
Ningning, who had been rubbing the sleep out of her eyes, frowned at the unexpected hostility.
"What do you mean? It’s late—"
"Where is he, Ningning?" Ryujin’s voice was sharp, leaving no room for excuses. Her piercing gaze made Ningning hesitate, shifting uncomfortably.
The younger girl sighed. "He’s in Karina’s room."
Ryujin felt her stomach drop.
Her grip on her phone tightened, her mind racing.
Something about this didn’t sit right with her.
Ningning, noticing her expression, furrowed her brows. "Why are you even here? It’s late, Ryujin. You’re acting weird—"
Ryujin didn’t respond.
Instead, she pushed past Ningning, marching straight toward Karina’s room.
She didn’t care about the consequences.
She needed to see you.
And she needed to see you now.
Ryujin’s footsteps were heavy, her heart pounding violently in her chest as she stormed through the hallway.
Each step closer to Karina’s door made her blood boil hotter.
And then—she heard it.
Muffled noises.
Moans.
"Y/n… Y/n… that feels good."
Ryujin froze, her breath hitching.
Her nails dug into her palms as she clenched her fists.
The anger. The confusion. The betrayal.
It consumed her.
Without another second of hesitation, she shoved the door open with force.
BANG.
The door slammed against the wall.
And what she saw made her stomach churn.
Karina was straddling you.
Her hands gripping your shoulders. Her flushed face inches from yours.
Your hands were on her waist.
Your shirt was half undone.
Karina gasped at the sudden intrusion, her head snapping toward the door.
Ryujin stood there, breathing heavily—her eyes burning with rage.
"What the fuck is this?" Ryujin’s voice was sharp, venomous.
You immediately pushed Karina off you, scrambling to sit up.
"Ryujin, I—"
"Save it." Her jaw tightened as she glared at you.
Karina, still catching her breath, smirked slightly.
"You should knock before coming in, Ryujin."
That smirk. That tone.
It sent Ryujin over the edge.
Her hands trembled. Her body burned with frustration.
"So this is why you didn’t pick up my calls? Because you were too busy fucking around with her?"
You ran a hand through your hair, guilt written all over your face.
"It’s not what it looks like—"
"Oh, it looks pretty damn clear to me." Ryujin scoffed bitterly.
Karina let out a small chuckle, tilting her head as she wrapped an arm around your shoulders possessively.
"He’s mine, Ryujin. He chose me."
Ryujin’s eyes flickered between you and Karina, the weight of the situation settling in.
Her heart sank.
"So that’s it, huh?"
Her voice wavered for the first time.
You opened your mouth, but nothing came out.
The silence was deafening.
Ryujin let out a bitter laugh, shaking her head.
"You’re fucking unbelievable, Y/n."
She turned around, storming out without another word.
But before she left, she paused in the doorway.
Without turning back, she spoke one last time.
"I hope she’s worth it."
And just like that—she was gone.
Your breath was shaky as you tried to sit up, your mind still processing the look on Ryujin’s face before she stormed out. The guilt gnawed at your chest, but before you could move—
Karina pushed you back down.
Her strength caught you off guard. Her body hovered over yours, her dark eyes gleaming with something dangerous—something possessive.
Your lips parted, ready to protest, but—
Karina’s fingers pressed against your mouth, silencing you.
"Shh…" she whispered, her breath warm against your skin.
You tried to turn your head away, but her grip was firm, refusing to let you escape.
"Don’t speak. Don’t think about her. Just focus on me, Y/n."
Your heart pounded.
This wasn’t normal.
This wasn’t Karina.
At least… not the Karina you used to know.
Her other hand trailed down your chest, her touch light but possessive, as if she was claiming every inch of you.
"The night is still young." She leaned in, her lips ghosting over your ear. "So I want you to continue."
Your breath hitched.
"Forget her, babe."
Her voice dripped with sweetness, yet there was an underlying obsession in her tone.
"You have me now."
Your throat went dry.
This wasn’t about love anymore.
This was control.
Possession.
And no matter how much you wanted to deny it—
You were trapped.
You pushed Karina's hand away, standing up despite her resistance.
"Y/n… don’t go."
Her voice wavered, a mixture of desperation and frustration. But you couldn’t stay.
This was wrong.
You turned away from her, ignoring the sting of guilt in your chest as you walked toward the door.
You had to find Ryujin.
"She’s not even worth it!" Karina’s voice cracked, her frustration spilling out. "She doesn’t love you the way I do!"
You clenched your jaw.
You didn’t look back.
You couldn’t.
Karina suddenly grabbed your wrist, her grip tight—almost painful.
"Y/n, don’t leave me for her." Her voice trembled, her dark eyes searching yours. "She’ll never be able to love you the way I do. I need you. Please."
You slowly pulled your hand away.
"I need to fix this." Your voice was firm, but your heart ached seeing the way Karina's expression shattered.
Without another word, you walked out of the room.
Out of her grip.
And out into the night—toward Ryujin.
The Cold Night and Ryujin’s Silence You bolted down the stairs of Aespa’s apartment, your heartbeat thundering in your ears. The winter air bit at your skin, but the cold was nothing compared to the storm raging inside of you.
Ryujin.
She was already getting into her car, her fingers gripping the steering wheel, her eyes fixated on the road ahead. You could see the sharpness in her gaze, the coldness in the way she moved.
She was furious.
You sprinted toward her, desperation clawing at your chest.
"Ryujin, wait!"
She didn’t turn to look at you. Her expression remained unreadable as she reached for the ignition. The engine roared to life, the deep rumble of her sports car filling the silent parking lot.
You stepped in front of the car, hands raised, breath fogging in the icy air.
"Ryujin, please. Just let me explain!"
Her hands gripped the steering wheel tighter.
You could see it—the way her jaw clenched, her lips pressing together in a thin line. She was angry. Hurt. Betrayed.
Still, you didn’t move.
Then, she revved the engine.
Vroom.
The sound was deafening, drowning out your voice.
You flinched slightly but held your ground.
"I swear, it wasn’t what you think!" You pleaded, your voice straining against the overwhelming noise.
Vroom. Vroom.
Louder.
Your words were swallowed by the growl of the engine.
"Ryujin… I need—"
Vroom.
"For fuck’s sake, just listen!"
Vroom. Vroom.
She revved again. Louder this time. The engine roared, the vibrations rattling through your chest.
She wasn’t going to let you talk.
You could see the fire in her eyes. The pain. The anger.
She was daring you to move.
She was telling you, without saying a single word, that she was done listening to excuses.
You exhaled sharply, your breath visible in the cold air.
"Ryujin…"
She didn’t respond.
Instead, she cranked up the gas once more, and for a moment, you thought she might actually drive off. Maybe even push past you.
But she didn’t.
She just sat there, watching you with that same icy glare.
Waiting.
You swallowed hard, your fists clenching.
You had to do something. You had to make her listen.
Without thinking, you took a step forward—closer to the driver’s side door.
Ryujin’s foot hovered over the pedal, but she hesitated.
That hesitation was all you needed.
You reached for the door handle and pulled it open before she could react.
She turned to you, eyes burning with fury.
"What the fuck are you doing?" Her voice was sharp, cutting through the night like a blade.
You held onto the door, refusing to let her close it.
"I’m not letting you leave like this," you said, breathless. "Not until you hear me out."
She scoffed, looking away. "Why should I? I already know what I saw."
"No, you don’t!" You took another step closer, desperate. "It wasn’t like that, Ryujin. You have to believe me."
She exhaled through her nose, her grip on the wheel tightening. "Oh, really? Because from where I stood, it looked pretty damn clear."
Her voice was filled with venom.
"Karina was all over you, Y/n. I heard everything. I saw everything."
You felt your chest tighten.
"She was drunk, Ryujin. She—"
"And you let her straddle you? You let her touch you?" Her voice cracked slightly, but she quickly masked it with another glare.
You hesitated.
You didn’t know how to explain it.
It did look bad. It sounded bad.
"I pushed her away," you finally said, voice softer. "I told her no."
Ryujin’s expression flickered for a moment.
You saw the slightest hint of hesitation in her eyes.
She wanted to believe you.
She really did.
But the damage was already done.
"I can’t do this, Y/n," she muttered, shaking her head.
You felt your heart sink.
"Ryujin—"
She suddenly reached out, grabbing the collar of your shirt.
She pulled you closer, her face just inches from yours.
"Do you love her?"
The question caught you off guard.
"What?"
Her eyes were searching yours, desperate for an answer.
"Do you love her?" she repeated, her voice quieter now. More fragile.
Your breath hitched.
The truth was… complicated.
But you knew one thing for sure.
"No," you said firmly. "I don’t."
Ryujin’s grip on your shirt loosened.
But she didn’t let go.
She bit her lip, eyes darting away for a moment.
"Then why did you let it happen?" she whispered.
You swallowed hard.
"I didn’t," you insisted. "I stopped it before it went too far."
Ryujin didn’t respond.
For a moment, there was only silence.
The cold wind blew between you, ruffling her hair.
She still looked angry. But there was something else in her expression now.
Something more vulnerable.
"You always say the right things," she finally muttered, looking away. "But I don’t know if I can believe you anymore."
Those words hurt more than anything else.
You felt your chest tighten, your throat clenching.
"Ryujin, please…"
She let out a shaky breath.
Then, without another word—she let go.
She let go of your shirt.
Let go of whatever hope she was holding onto.
And just like that… she turned away.
You watched helplessly as she stepped back into the driver’s seat.
The door slammed shut.
You didn’t move.
You didn’t say anything.
And then—
Vroom.
The sound of the engine roared once more.
You stood there, watching as she shifted into reverse.
The tires screeched slightly as she backed away.
And before you could say anything else—
She was gone.
The red taillights disappeared into the night, leaving you standing alone in the parking lot.
Heartbroken.
Defeated.
And completely, utterly lost.
The Aftermath You stood there for what felt like an eternity, the cold air biting at your skin.
Your phone vibrated in your pocket, but you didn’t have the strength to check it.
Your mind was still replaying everything.
Ryujin’s anger.
Karina’s desperation.
Your own fucking mistakes.
You should’ve done something differently.
You should’ve stopped Karina sooner.
You should’ve run after Ryujin sooner.
You should’ve…
The thought trailed off as your phone vibrated again.
With a deep breath, you finally reached into your pocket and pulled it out.
1 New Message.
From: Karina.
Your jaw tightened.
You hesitated before opening it.
Karina: I’m sorry… I didn’t mean to ruin things for you.
Another vibration.
Karina: But I meant what I said.
You exhaled sharply.
You couldn’t do this right now.
Your head was pounding, your heart was fucking breaking, and you had no idea how to fix any of this.
Slowly, you typed out a reply.
You: I need time, Karina.
You stared at the screen for a moment before sending it.
Then, without another word, you turned off your phone.
You shoved it back into your pocket and ran a hand through your hair.
The night was still young.
But you?
You felt completely drained.
And for the first time in a long time…
You didn’t know where to go.
Or who to go to.
All you knew was one thing.
You had to find a way to fix this.
To Be Continued
#kpop#kpop x reader#kpop x y/n#x male reader#beautiful#update#kpop smut#yandere#yandere stories#obsessed#obsession#aespa#itzy#ive#aespa ot4#itzy ot5#ive ot6#aespa karina#aespa winter#aespa giselle#aespa ningning#itzy yeji#itzy lia#itzy ryujin#itzy chaeryeong#itzy yuna#ive gaeul#ive yujin#ive wonyoung#ive liz
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This whole flash was fire (except the music lmao gross) but I initially was left wondering about the point of it all, until...
peak cinema occurred.
my reaction to that information.....
I guess this is a thing that's happening.
#Spoiper#5ider Speaks#long post#Spoilers#Homestuck²#HS2#hsbc#beyond canon#upd8#hsbc spoilers#upd8 spoilers#homestuck 2#UPDATE
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The Wayhaven Chronicles—Update 01/March/2025
Sorry for the late update. Wanted to hit a certain check point on my task list before updating!
This week was a week I haven’t had in a while where it was a lot of turning game mechanics into a narrative form. I don’t want it to be obvious that it’s a game mechanic, but it also does kind of needs to be obvious so players understand how it works/what’s going, lol!
First up was getting across how the mechanics work for the MC’s powers during Book Four, and how the choice you make will affect that. I think I managed to show that rather just exposition dump, which makes things a bit easier! Plus it was the perfect opportunity for a angsty love interest moment, and you guys know how much I love slipping those in whenever I can, hehe! ;D
Then it was moving onto an encounter with Li-Sar where things are going to be turning a bit more serious in the romance if you choose it, but I needed to make it obvious that these were important dialogue choices that would affect things.
Li-Sar’s romance is like a more traditional romance game than the vampires—in that I’m tracking points and how much the player is into it for romance moments to trigger.
I’m doing it that way because their romance is so…intense, lol!
There will come an ultimate choice, where you can also just choose to lock in the romance too, though.
So yeah, a bit of a complicated week with trying to figure out coding and narrative and how to make them co-exist. Always a unique task in creating games! :D
Hope you all have a fabulous weekend! We'll be offline as usual, so I'll update you all again next week <3
#the wayhaven chronicles#interactive fiction#unit bravo#twc detective#romance#vampires#update#twc li sar#villain romance#twc book 4#the wayhaven chronicles book 4#creative writing#choice of games#hosted games#if wip
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Progress Update Feb 2025
Hey, everyone!
It's time for another progress update, don't you think? I've been REALLY excited for this one, because uh….
It might just be one of the last ones for TSSW 3?!!!!! YES, YOU HEARD THAT RIGHT! I finished Straasa's route, as well as the MS route!
Now, I'm already halfway through Eledwen and Daelynn's solo routes!! And then I have to write the MD and DE poly (which are also 1/3 of the way done).
These things really shouldn't take more than…3 more months? AT MAXIMUM! So YEAH! This update might just be one of the last 4 before the game is complete!
I expect to be done with both Eledwen and Daelynn solo routes by the end of March, and then it will also depend on how fast the last two polys go, because these routes are always the longest.
(If I ever decide to do more than one poly per game again, someone please knock me out and put me out of my misery, BECAUSE I WILL HAVE LOST MY MIND!)
It's been a wild ride, but it's ALMOST over now!! I just have the last push left! WISH ME LUCK, EVERYONE!
And BtM has been going great too! Still making steady progress on the second to last big segment, and we are nearly there with the art department as well! Maybe 4 more backgrounds left? Give or take!
We're seriously at the final countdown for both games, AND I CAN'T WAIT TO FINISH THEM SO I CAN SHOW YOU ALL!!
Thank you so much for the support, everyone! And make some NOISE! 🤣
Cheers!✨
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Rose's rig is finally done, as well as her automatic walk cycle (as you can see above)! It's not a great walk cycle, but the fact that it's totally automated is fantastic. I now have a basis for a walk cycle of any speed and any location, without the pain of manually positioning every foot to keep up with the body!
I've also started work on the ant model! Well, not the model itself--instead, I've been working on a set-up to allow me to procedurally generate animation for crowd scenes. It's been surprisingly easy so far, compared to the headache of setting up Rose's eyes!
As you may have seen, I've launched a Kickstarter for a Sophodra enamel pin ($15 per pin)! It's already passed the goal and the stretch goal! However, $460 of that goes towards making and shipping the pins to me alone (to say nothing of portion that goes to shipping them to backers), so anything else you can add always helps!
Let's give it a week to try to set up the procedural crowd animation system. Then, probably less than a week to set up the ant rig and model, both regular and realistic. Then, we have to work on hiver (and Mobia) model and rig improvements, and implement the system for them. Then, all the fun of Vera model improvements (dealing with that texture...), and several different bug models, and of course Sophodra... Yes, it's looking like model work alone is going to be at least another month and a half. At this rate, a final release date is difficult to gauge. A summer release looks likely. Thanks for hanging in there with me, and I'll do my best to make it worth your while. Until next time!
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quiet, solitary, does not mean safe.
alone does not mean peace, it means silence.
It means no one will show up for you when you need it most.
Isolating during times like this is deadly to you & your loved ones.
Do not give in to the despair.
Do not give in to the calm & alone & accept this as peace.
I don’t have the energy to show up like I used to. I only find peace in isolation.
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CURSE/KISS/CUTE - “Name of the Helper, Part I” - Scene One is now up on Patreon!
in which the thing happens to Nathan Small.
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Hot Springs Escapades
Viviz Umji X Male Reader
Tags : Hot Spring, Teasing, Swimming Sex, Camping, Cuddling, Sex, Creampies, Lovey n Dovey
Words : 3,447 Words

The sun hung low in the sky, casting a warm golden glow over the forest trail. You and Umji had been hiking for hours, the crisp mountain air filling your lungs with every step. The path was narrow, winding through towering pines and clusters of wildflowers. You adjusted the straps of your backpack, feeling the weight of the supplies you’d packed for the trip. Umji walked ahead of you, her ponytail swishing with every step, her laughter echoing through the trees as she pointed out a squirrel darting up a trunk.
“Come on,” she called over her shoulder, her voice teasing. “You’re falling behind already!”
You grinned, speeding up to catch her. “I’m carrying most of the gear, you know. Cut me some slack.”
Umji turned, her eyes sparkling with mischief. She reached out, grabbing your hand and pulling you forward. “Excuses, excuses. Maybe I’ll just have to—” She stopped mid-sentence, her gaze locking onto something ahead. Her grip on your hand tightened. “Oh. My. God.”
You followed her line of sight, and there it was—a hot spring, nestled in a clearing just off the trail. The water shimmered in the fading sunlight, steam rising gently from its surface. The natural pool was surrounded by smooth rocks and moss, perfectly secluded.
“We’re taking a dip,” she declared, already slipping off her backpack and tossing it to the ground.
“Wait, Umji, we’re in the middle of a hike,” you protested, though the sight of the hot spring was undeniably tempting.
She turned to you, her lips curving into a smirk that sent a shiver down your spine. “And? You’re telling me you don’t want to relax in that perfectly warm water? Come on, live a little.”
Before you could argue, she was already peeling off her shirt, revealing a sleek, dark swimsuit underneath that hugged her curves in all the right places. Your mouth went dry as she stepped closer, her fingers trailing down your chest as she leaned in, her breath warm against your ear. “Or… is there something else you’re worried about?”
You swallowed hard, your heart pounding. “Umji…”
She laughed softly, the sound low and sultry, before stepping back and slipping off her shorts. She stood before you, confident and breathtaking, the straps of her swimsuit framing her shoulders in a way that made it impossible to look away. She reached for your hand again, her touch firm as she pulled you toward the water. “Come on. The water’s perfect.”
You hesitated for only a moment before shedding your own clothes, leaving them in a pile on the rocks. The air was cool against your skin, but the promise of the hot spring’s warmth was too enticing to resist. Umji stepped in first, the water lapping at her legs as she waded in deeper. She turned, her eyes locking onto yours, a playful smile playing on her lips.
“Well? Are you just going to stand there?”
You followed her, the hot water enveloping you as you stepped in. The heat was immediate, soothing your muscles and drawing a low groan from your lips. Umji giggled, swimming closer until she was right in front of you. The water rippled around her, and she reached up, brushing a strand of wet hair from her face.
“Better?” she asked, her voice soft.
“Much,” you admitted, your eyes drifting over her. The steam rose around her, making her look almost ethereal.
Umji’s smile widened, and she stepped closer, her arms sliding around your neck. “Good,” she murmured, her lips brushing against yours in a teasing, barely-there kiss. “Because I’m just getting started.”
Her words sent a jolt of heat through you, and you leaned in, capturing her lips in a deeper, more urgent kiss. Her hands tangled in your hair, pulling you closer as her body pressed against yours. The water seemed to boil around you, the heat between you both becoming unbearable.
Umji broke the kiss, her breathing ragged as she looked up at you. Her eyes were dark with desire, her cheeks flushed. “You have no idea how much I’ve wanted this,” she whispered, her voice trembling slightly.
You didn’t respond with words, instead dipping your head to kiss her again, your hands sliding down her back to grip her waist. She moaned softly, the sound muffled against your lips as her body arched into yours.
Her hands trailed down your chest, her fingers lingering over your abs before sliding lower. You tensed as her hand brushed against your length, already hard and aching for her. She looked up at you, her lips curving into a wicked smile.
“You’re already so worked up,” she teased, her hand wrapping around you.
You groaned, your head falling back as she began to stroke you slowly, her touch firm and deliberate. The water rippled around you as she moved closer, her free hand sliding up your chest to rest over your heart.
“Umji…” you gasped, your hands gripping her hips.
She leaned in, her lips brushing against your neck as she whispered, “Tell me you want this.”
“I want this,” you breathed, your voice ragged. “I want you.”
She smiled against your skin before nipping gently at your neck, her hand still moving over you with practiced ease. You groaned, your fingers digging into her hips as the pleasure built within you.
“Good,” she murmured, her breath hot against your ear. “Because I’m not done with you yet.”
She pulled back slightly, her hand leaving you as she tugged at the straps of her swimsuit. The fabric slid down her body, revealing her perfect, bare skin. She stepped closer, her body pressing against yours as she wrapped her legs around your waist.
You groaned, your hands gripping her thighs as she positioned herself above you. She looked down at you, her eyes dark with need, as she slowly lowered herself onto you. You both moaned in unison as she sheathed you completely, her walls tight and warm around you.
Umji’s head fell back, a gasp escaping her lips as she began to move, her hips rolling against yours. The water sloshed around you, the heat of the spring nothing compared to the fire burning between you.
“God, you feel so good,” she moaned, her nails digging into your shoulders as she rocked against you.
You groaned, your hands gripping her hips as you thrust up to meet her. She cried out, her body trembling as she rode you, her movements becoming more erratic.
“Umji…” you gasped, your voice hoarse.
She leaned in, her lips crashing against yours in a desperate kiss. Her tongue slipped into your mouth, tangling with yours as she moaned softly. You thrust up into her again, drawing a cry from her lips as her nails scraped down your back.
The pleasure was overwhelming, building within you with every thrust. Umji’s movements became frantic, her body trembling with the force of her climax. She cried out, her walls tightening around you as she came, her body convulsing against yours.
You groaned, your own release crashing over you as you spilled into her, your body shuddering with the force of it. Umji collapsed against you, her breathing ragged as she buried her face in your neck.
The water lapped gently around you as you both caught your breath, the heat of the spring soothing your exhausted bodies. Umji lifted her head, her eyes meeting yours as she smiled softly.
“That was…” she began, her voice trembling.
“Yeah,” you agreed, your voice rough.
She leaned in, her lips brushing against yours in a gentle kiss. “Let’s do that again.”
You groaned, your body already responding to her words as she shifted above you. “Umji, you’re going to kill me.”
She laughed softly, her eyes sparkling with mischief as she moved to straddle you once more. “Then what a way to go.”
Her lips crashed against yours as she began to move again, the water rippling around you as the heat between you reignited. You groaned, your hands gripping her thighs as she rode you, her moans filling the air as you both lost yourselves in the pleasure once more.
“Fuck, Umji…” you gasped, your body trembling as she rocked against you.
She leaned in, her lips brushing against your ear as she whispered, “I’m not done with you yet. Not even close.”
And with that, she began to move faster, her nails digging into your shoulders as she moaned your name, the sound sending a shiver down your spine. You groaned, your hands gripping her hips as you thrust up into her, the pleasure building within you once more.
“Umji…” you gasped, your voice hoarse.
She leaned in, her lips crashing against yours in a desperate kiss as she rode you, her body trembling with the force of her climax. You groaned, your own release crashing over you as you spilled into her, your body shuddering with the force of it.
As you both caught your breath, Umji leaned in, her lips brushing against yours in a gentle kiss.
“Again,” she whispered, her voice trembling.
“Umji, I—” you began, but she cut you off with a kiss, her eyes sparkling with mischief.
“Again,” she repeated, her voice firm. And with that, she began to move once more, the water rippling around you as the heat between you reignited.
The heat of the spring pressed against your skin, but it was nothing compared to the fire burning between you and Umji. Her hands were on your chest, her nails lightly scratching as she moved with a rhythm that made your head spin. Her breath came in short, uneven bursts, her lips parted as she moaned softly, each sound sending a jolt of electricity straight through you.
“Again,” she had said, and now she was taking control, her hips grinding against yours with a force that made your vision blur. The water sloshed around you, the steam rising in tendrils that wrapped around your bodies like a lover’s embrace.
You couldn’t hold back any longer. With a growl, you gripped her hips and lifted her up, her legs instinctively wrapping around your waist. Her eyes widened in surprise, but then she grinned, that mischievous spark returning as she bit her lower lip.
“Oh, you’re in charge now?” she teased, her voice dripping with playfulness. But her words were cut short as you thrust into her, the force of it making her gasp, her head falling back as a moan escaped her lips.
She clung to you, her arms wrapping around your neck as you moved, each thrust deeper than the last. The water around you churned, the heat of the spring nothing compared to the inferno between you. Umji’s moans grew louder, her nails digging into your back as she tried to pull you closer, as if she could somehow erase the space between you.
“Fuck,” she whispered, her voice trembling. “Don’t stop. Please, don’t stop.”
You didn’t. You couldn’t. Your hands moved to her ass, gripping her firmly as you continued to thrust, each movement making her cry out. The sound of her pleasure was like music, driving you wild, making you push harder, faster. Her body tightened around you, her legs trembling as she edged closer to her climax.
And then, with a sharp slap, your hand came down on her ass, the sound echoing in the small clearing. Umji’s eyes flew open, her lips parting in shock before a grin spread across her face.
“Naughty,” she purred, her voice low and sultry. “Do it again.”
You obliged, your hand coming down again, and then once more, each slap making her moan louder, her body arching into yours. Her nails dug deeper into your skin, her breath coming in ragged gasps as she neared the edge.
“I’m close,” she whispered, her voice barely above a whisper. “So close.”
You could feel it too, the tension building in your body, the heat coiling in your core. With one last thrust, you buried yourself deep inside her, your release crashing over you like a wave. Umji’s body clenched around you, her own climax hitting her hard, her cries of pleasure mingling with the sound of the water as she trembled in your arms.
For a moment, you both stayed like that, clinging to each other as the water calmed around you. Umji’s head rested on your shoulder, her breath warm against your skin as she tried to catch her breath.
“That,” she said finally, her voice soft but filled with satisfaction, “was incredible.”
You couldn’t help but laugh, the sound low and deep as you held her closer. “You’re incredible,” you replied, your voice rough with emotion.
She looked up at you, her eyes filled with something that made your heart skip a beat. “I love you,” she said simply, her voice steady despite everything.
“I love you too,” you replied, the words leaving your lips before you could even think about them.
Umji smiled, her lips brushing against yours in a kiss that was soft and sweet, a stark contrast to the passion that had consumed you both moments before. She pulled back, her eyes searching yours before she grinned again.
“But don’t think this is over,” she said, her voice teasing. “I’m not done with you yet.”
You raised an eyebrow, a smirk playing on your lips. “Oh? And what did you have in mind?”
She didn’t answer with words. Instead, she kissed you again, her hands moving to your shoulders as she pushed you back, your body sinking into the warm water. Her lips moved down your neck, her teeth grazing your skin as she left a trail of kisses that made your breath hitch.
“Umji,” you murmured, your voice thick with desire.
She looked up at you, her eyes dark with need. “Let me take care of you this time,” she whispered, her voice low and sultry.
You didn’t argue. How could you? Your hands found her hips, holding her steady as she moved, her body sliding against yours in a way that made your head spin. Her hands moved down your chest, her fingers tracing the lines of your muscles before she took you in her hand, her touch making you groan.
“You’re so beautiful like this,” she whispered, her voice filled with awe. “Lost in me. Completely mine.”
You couldn’t respond. Words were beyond you as she moved, her body taking you in, inch by inch, until you were buried inside her once more. Her hips rolled against yours, her movements slow and deliberate, each one driving you closer to the edge.
“Umji,” you groaned, your hands gripping her hips as you tried to hold on.
She leaned down, her lips brushing against yours as she whispered, “Let go. I’ve got you.”
And you did. With a cry, you came, your body shuddering as your release washed over you. Umji’s body clenched around you, her own climax hitting her hard, her cries of pleasure mingling with yours as she trembled in your arms.
For a moment, you both stayed like that, clinging to each other as the water calmed around you. Umji’s head rested on your chest, her breath warm against your skin as she tried to catch her breath.
“I love you,” she whispered, her voice soft but filled with emotion.
“I love you too,” you replied, your voice rough with emotion.
The forest was quiet, save for the occasional rustle of leaves underfoot as you and Umji continued your hike. The air was thick with the scent of earth and pine, and the soft hum of the wilderness surrounded you. Umji walked ahead, her steps light and confident, her long hair swaying with every movement. She turned back to flash you a mischievous grin, her eyes sparkling with excitement.
“Come on, slowpoke!” she teased, her voice carrying a playful lilt. “We’re almost there!”
You chuckled, picking up your pace to catch up with her. The path ahead opened up to a small clearing, a spot perfect for setting up camp. The view was breathtaking—rolling hills stretched out before you, the sky painted in hues of orange and pink as the sun began its descent. Umji clapped her hands in delight, her enthusiasm infectious.
“This is it!” she exclaimed, spinning around to face you. “We’re setting up here.”
You nodded, helping her unpack the tent from your backpack. The two of you worked in sync, the familiarity of each other’s movements making the task effortless. Umji hummed a soft tune as she secured the tent poles, her voice blending harmoniously with the sounds of nature. The tent was soon up, a cozy haven nestled in the heart of the forest.
Just as you finished, the first drops of rain began to fall. They were soft at first, a gentle patter against the leaves above. But within moments, the downpour intensified, the rain coming down in sheets. Umji grabbed your hand, pulling you into the tent with a laugh.
“Looks like we’re staying in!” she said, her eyes twinkling with mischief.
The interior of the tent was warm and inviting, the large sleeping bag spread out on the floor. Umji wasted no time, slipping out of her damp clothes and into the sleeping bag, her movements fluid and graceful. She patted the space beside her, giving you a playful smirk.
“Don’t keep me waiting,” she teased, her voice low and sultry.
You quickly joined her, the warmth of the sleeping bag enveloping you as you settled in beside her. Umji snuggled close, her body pressed against yours, her skin warm and soft. The sound of the rain outside created a soothing backdrop, a rhythmic lullaby that seemed to heighten the intimacy of the moment.
Umji tilted her head up, her lips brushing against yours in a soft, lingering kiss. Her hands traced gentle patterns along your back, her touch sending shivers down your spine. She pulled back slightly, her eyes locking with yours, a silent invitation in her gaze.
“You’re so beautiful,” you murmured, your voice filled with admiration.
Umji’s cheeks flushed, a rare moment of bashfulness breaking through her usual confidence. She smiled, her fingers playing with the hair at the nape of your neck. “And you’re so sweet,” she whispered, her breath warm against your skin.
Her lips found yours again, this time with more urgency, more passion. The kiss deepened, your tongues dancing together in a slow, sensual rhythm. Umji’s hands explored your body, her touch igniting a fire within you. You reciprocated, your fingers tracing the curve of her waist, the softness of her skin driving you wild.
The heat between you grew, the desire impossible to ignore. Umji’s breath hitched as you trailed kisses down her neck, her hands gripping your shoulders tightly. She let out a soft moan, the sound sending a jolt of electricity through you.
“I need you,” she whispered, her voice trembling with need.
You didn’t need to be told twice. Your hands found the hem of her underwear, your fingers slipping beneath the fabric to explore her wetness. Umji gasped, her hips arching into your touch as you teased her, your fingers working their magic. Her moans grew louder, her body writhing with pleasure.
“Please,” she begged, her voice desperate. “I need you inside me.”
You obliged, positioning yourself between her legs. The first thrust was slow, deliberate, allowing her to feel every inch of you. Umji’s eyes fluttered shut, a cry of pleasure escaping her lips as you filled her completely. She wrapped her legs around your waist, pulling you closer, deeper.
The rhythm was slow at first, a gentle rocking that allowed you both to savor the connection. But soon, the pace quickened, the intensity building with each thrust. Umji’s nails dug into your back, her moans growing louder, more desperate. You could feel her climax building, her body tightening around you as she neared the edge.
“Come with me,” she pleaded, her voice a breathless whisper.
And you did. With a cry, you came, your body shuddering as your release washed over you. Umji’s body clenched around you, her own climax hitting her hard, her cries of pleasure mingling with yours as you both rode out the waves of ecstasy.
For a moment, you both stayed like that, clinging to each other as the storm raged outside. Umji’s head rested on your chest, her breath warm against your skin as she tried to catch her breath.
“I love you,” she whispered, her voice soft but filled with emotion.
“I love you too,” you replied, your voice rough with emotion.
But Umji wasn’t done yet. She turned to face you, her eyes dark with desire. “Again,” she demanded, her voice firm. “I need you again.”
You didn’t argue. The passion between you was insatiable as you lost yourselves in each other once more.
#viviz#gfriend#viviz umji#gfriend smut#umji#smut#umji smut#kpop#kpop x reader#kpop x y/n#x male reader#beautiful#update#kpop smut#viviz smut
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I hope this isn't a bother. I know you aren't accepting asks anymore, so please ignore if you don't want to read 🙂
I love your story. It was my second IF ever, and it helped set the tone because it's amazing. I am so glad you wrote it. I truly love your characters. I know you aren't writing it anymore, but if you ever want to post any details from the rewrite or just random snippets, they would be devoured. I love all of the romances, but Quaiel was especially intriguing. I would love to write stories about them, but I don't want to be too far off your original thinking.
Again, please don't feel like you have to respond or care about any of this. I just appreciate your book and all your characters. I hope you have a lovely holiday season. Thank you for all your hard work.
Hello again everyone <3 thank you for this ask and all the other asks expressing concern about my well-being and asking me about potential other writing projects. And thank you to those who have sent me enthusiastic asks about the world and characters of TSS. I know it's been a long time since I was active here so the fact that I'm still getting messages and asks at all is pretty shocking to me, but makes me very happy.
I wanted to make an update here and let those who still follow me know that I'm actually in the process of writing a new IF. It has a published demo, though I won't reveal the title just yet since I want to get some more of it done before sharing it with everyone here. I feel incredibly guilty about the state I left TSS in even though I knew it was the right decision for me, and I want to make sure that I've got more to show for this new project to regain some trust that might have been lost with the long time waiting and then the cancellation.
As for TSS: while it won't be continued, the story and characters have stayed with me through the years. The reason I haven't released any snippets or my planning for how things would go is because I've been considering, if I've got enough time, to maybe rewrite the story at my own pace (it would be a very thorough rewrite and many things both storywise and characterwise would likely change), make it a complete story instead of a trilogy and release it for free. I'm still not making any promises, though - this is a very huge maybe. But it's something I would really like to do when and if there's a good opportunity to do so.
Absolutely feel free to write stories about Q and any of the other characters! I'd love to read them if you do. Part of what I love when it comes to writing is how the creativity of one person can ignite creative sparks in other people. It's honestly magical.
Take care of yourselves and thank you for sticking around <3
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Ahh here we go, but yeah my point still stands.

Time for us to TAX THE RICH!
Please share tonight.
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Well, this week has been ridiculously busy (I was placed in charge of our live chick hatching program that starts next week and my boss asked if I can work this weekend on top of everything else goin on) so today is really going to determine if I can get everything ready to go by Sunday or if I'm gonna need to push the update back a little bit. (wish me luck lol)
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cw: animal illness (kit illness)
#clangen#update#this took forever#I'm dead#sorry this took so long but look at the cute kittens#wasn't the wait worth it for the cute kittens?#😂😭#I swear I keep making every new cat's design more complicated than the last#animal illness#kit illness
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