#(isnt it funny that this took me longer than the painting with them at the gate even though this one looks less detailed?? haha ..)
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Empress and her Bodyguard (2)
(OCs, Zaphira she/her, Shargon he/they)
(close up)
#ganondoodles#art#painting#character design#demons#original art#original characters#ocs#spent too many hours on his feathers alone but i knew if i didnt get it into an acceptable version of “finished” now id never get it done#so here i am sleep deprived again nearing 2am#i wanted to go to work extra early tomorrow lmao#on desktop screen all his feather details are really nicely visible#but im sure that wont be the same for everyone .. especially on phones bc those are dark as shit for soem reason#anyway .. going to bed#(isnt it funny that this took me longer than the painting with them at the gate even though this one looks less detailed?? haha ..)
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the usual
im mad because im trying to read books again, specifically trying to pick up toxic parents and body keeps the score again so i can try and Help Myself basically now that im back in the limbo of having no therapist. but trying to concentrate on shit and hunker down and learn things when i know it’s good for me i swear it’s like a flashbang goes off in my brain and everything just whites out. ‘concentrate’ isnt even the right word for it because it’s like i cant even begin to get started. it’s like staring into the sun to even begin to think about stuff i guess, it’s all so overwhelming. i want so much about my life to change, so much, so badly, so drastically, but so much of it just doesnt feel feasible that it’s like ive implanted this mental block in my brain to even dream of change because it’s too caustic.
that ‘autistic masking’ article about the boy who would build and paint his models at night then clean everything up so he left no trace of himself... i think about how much ive whittled myself down and have tried to take up very little space. how i dont play my music on speakers, dont draw anymore, basically only took up writing more because it was something that was between me and a notepad document and didnt take time the same way as drawing, and wasnt possible to immediately consume like a drawing (people grabbing my sketchbook and just flippantly turning the pages, skimming past drawings that took me hours in favor of minute long sketches, glancing at drawings that were supposed to express my deep feelings and having immediate reactions of disgust or ridicule)
i make kandi put it on a chain then put it away. it cant really go anywhere anyway, not like i’ll be attending raves again any time soon. i have no reason or place to wear my ‘fun clothes’ anymore. i wore what i thought was a cute outfit at christmas and even my immediate family had some shit to say about it. i wore a pair of stockings that ive had (and worn) since i was 14 years old. i wore them to my very first raver day at disneyland. and theyre surprised when i wear them now? like they havent seen them before????
even here i was about to say “i tire of myself” and close this window or hit post and stop here, but literally my blog is one of the only places i can actually express myself somewhere and send it out to a place where it’s seen. yeah i can write things down in my journal and ‘express myself’ there so that “personal stuff” isnt online but... i already do that. set up my models and paint them late at night, then put them away before anyone sees in the morning. djing only in my headphones at 4am, pulling them off periodically to make sure they arent too loud even through the headphones. lighting candles but opening the window so there isn’t “too much” scent.
if im autistic or have adhd or some combination of the two, then my whole family is too and all undiagnosed (save for maybe my dad. i think he’s the closest one of us to being ‘normal’). i took that blorbo quiz and it asked “How would they describe themselves?”
how would -i- describe myself? i dont know. people tell me im smart and funny. i think it’s because they cant think of anything nicer to say.
Part of me is still chasing the approval of all the world’s English teachers. Getting compliments on my writing makes me feel like my life matters. And I still struggle to ask for love and affection when a real, flesh and blood human is looking me in the face. It’s difficult for me to believe someone might care for me as an equal, and like things about me other than my intellect. I frequently have to remind myself I’m no longer a child, and don’t need approval of the “adults” anymore.
as long as im stuck living with my parents im going to perpetually be the child. it’s also really fucking frustrating knowing how ill prepared i am to live as an adult. even when i had a job i had to quit it so i didnt kill myself. i dont think just getting a job is the answer, though i know it’s a mandatory piece of the puzzle. ugh god
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The mysterious case of the prideful apple
You and your friend has a sleepover but some unexpected things happen while watching a horror movie!
This took longer than all my other fic I wrote and the story is much longer too^^; im so sorry for the wait quite some of yall were excited for this and I delayed it for so long 😭 but I hope yall like this one ~yako Fluff/crack?/ maybe ooc epel?
"A sleep over isnt so bad"
A sleepover is a social occasion whereby a person stays overnight at another person's house. A pajama party or slumber party is essentially the same, but may involve multiple people. Hence why it's a sleepover!
Grimmy had quote-on-quote moved to Heartslabyul since you hardly fed him. thats a lie you just didn't give him an extra can of tuna and he went off, you told the adeuce Duo to play alongSo you had ramshackle all to yourself for a while.
There were rare occasions when you got moments like these,Moments where you can have fun with your friends,but on each rare occasion, you made sure to treasure these precious moments like they were the finest silk.
[Nrc courtyard 1:20pm]
"So what do you think?" You said with a small smile, a smile that glowed ever-so-slightly.You and epel didn't get much time to hang out since Vil had been stealing epel to be his doll, so you wanted to catch up with him and the best way to do that is a Sleepover.
"What about vil?" The boy with hair that's as purple as lavender said with a frown, you hummed like a Hummingbird acknowledging his question.
"I told him you will sleep at a reasonable time and I'll do your skin care" the lavender haired boy groaned "don't tell me that's what we are gonna do the whole time,if so I'm not gonna go!"
A huff left your lips "I know you don't like it that's why I'll just
Make you put on the moisturizer and cleanser." Epel groaned even louder "I don't wanna" he wined "why do I have to put them on why can't you–" he stopped complaining when you gave him a glare.
"You're lucky I'm making you put only the cleanser and moisturizer,cause if I didn't love you I would make you do the whole routine" you said as you took a bite out of the cookie trey gave you after another unbirthday party.
That moment a single glass heart was once more filled with an unknown feeling, that feeling had come and went dancing on his chest making something grow like a tree having its branches grow around his heart.The thing was that It only came when you were around and left when you were out of sight,that funny feeling was strange but never unwelcomed,in fact he encouraged it to come.
You love me…. Epel was lost in thought before you had to burst his bubble."You okay there?" You leaned In close and waved your hand in front of his face,swatting your hand away as the boy spoke."I'll go to the sleep over"
"Really??? OKAY! Go to ramshackle at 5:40 okay!" You said with a giddy smile your feelings painting the air around yall to a beautiful blue and violet,Yet a bell screams In yalls ear practically saying 'your time is up go to class now'. Ya'll pack up your stuff and bid farewells and go to your next class.
[Pomefiore lounge 4:25pm]
"Monsieur Cherry Apple!You seem excited, oui? Is it because of your date with our dear trickster?" Rook said with a smug grin and look at that, the diva is here too.
"Epel you better make sure you do your skin care and don't stay up too late with y/n other than that have fun." The queen walks off, the huntsman winks at the lavender haired boy and follows his queen.
The boy grabs his bag and slings it over his shoulder marching off to the ramshackle dorm.A walk with a calming flow to it, the air scented like a meadow and the quiet chatter of fellow students whispers in his ears.A warm breeze caresses his skin and holds him in a soft embrace….perhaps I should wait here for a while?
[Mr s. Mystery shop 4:30pm]
"Heya! Little imp what can I do for ya?" Sam spoke in a sing song voice behind the counter."Nothing much just getting some things for a
sleep over." You said as you looked at the 'fake' skull he was polishing."Ah..!" The shop owner spoke in delight,"I just stocked up on movies and snacks ill give you a discount since you are a frequent customer!" A smile has appeared on his lips, not one of a deceiver but of a friend.
Before you knew it you were smiling too,"okay let's see what you got then" that giddy smile had yet to leave your lips but you didn't mind it staying for a while.Sam got a box from the back and explained what there was, movies, popcorn,drinks,games,fairy lights and blankets.
"This bundle is normally 250 thusmarks/mandol but I'll give it to you for 195" you stared at the bundle and sighed "Sam I think you're spoiling me too much,am I your favorite imp" you said in a sing song voice as you got your wallet out.The shop keep just laughed and bagged your things, you took notice that he didn't deny what you said.
You waited for him to bag your stuff and you spotted something."Hey Sam, are these any good?" He stopped bagging your stuff and looked up at you. You held a bag of chips. In big words read 'Miss Mary's ghost thins apple flavor' he looked at them and said "not many buy them but in my opinion they're quite alright" he said with a smile.
"I hope your opinion is good then!" You said as you handed them to him, he finished up bagging your things and bid you a farewell but you had yet to notice his sly grin.A grin that could rival Cheshire cat or chenya.
[Ramshackle 5:39pm]
The young boy heard the pitter patter of what he presumed was the prefects running towards the door.With a smile they welcome the boy and step aside to show the boy what they did with the place; Fairy lights hung from the ceiling, the lamps was on,there was at least 26 blankets and pillows,the smell of freshly made popcorn lingers in the air as the looks in awe."whoa! This is like a whole dang dimension of comfort!" He said, letting his accent slip, "how in da world did ya do 'tis y/n!?"
You gave him a smug grin and spoke "the ghosts helped me and Sam hooked me up with all this stuff" The boy looked around even more and said, "are ya finished?" You sighed and shook your head "no I still gotta go and get the tv" the nodded and interrupted you "I can help!" You looked at him and beckoned him to follow you.
You two were in a spare room epel was getting the TV on the cart so yall can use it and you were searching for the cords it needs.
[Ramshackle lounge 7:01pm]
When yall got the TV out and working , the sun was already bidding its farewells and letting the moon take its seat on its internal throne, lighting the sky with stars and glowing against this old building;The crickets have already started making their blissful tune letting the life of night dance under the graceful moon.
"Look it's already dark" epel said,His eyes shining brighter than the stars out the window."we should get started then" you said as you sat down on the blankets and pillows,epel followed after you sitting down with his bag.
You put a movie on and get out the ghost thins munching on them with epel,the movie you put on was a horror due to epels request.It was packed with jumpscares and blood, on the contrary it was actually really scary, not one of those movie that try too hard to scare you.
You remember very vividly when epel latched on you due to a jumpscare, it was funny to see him play it off moments later.You chose to give epel an apple crisp and his face lit up so cutely why not toy with him a bit?
"Open up epel" you said holding the apple crisp in front of his mouth, he looked baffled even a bit offended."Ya think I can't eat an apple chip myself!?" He said with a hint of anger, Yet you knew he didn't really mean it, maybe he was just embarrassed? "well, you won't get one with that attitude young man" you said mockingly , like how a mother would scold a child for breaking something,"now open you" all the boy did was sigh and open his mouth.You popped the chip in his swiftly since you knew he would bite down on your hands for teasing him.
And that's when it happened…
[Ramshackle lounge 9:00pm]
The tv force repeating the same line over and over again like a broken record player.
I'm here….one
I'm here…two
I'm here….three
I'm here….four
I'm here….five
….
Silence filled the room as yall stopped joking around…five times, it said ' I'm here ' five times…."That was weird. Maybe Sam gave me a broken dvd?" You said breaking the tension in the room like it was glowstick,you got up clicking stuff on the TV but there was nothing wrong with it.You took the disc out and and looked at it hm..? The disk wasn't scratched up and it looks perfectly fine,epel was watching you as you stared at the disk.
"What's wrong, is the disk broken?" He asked hurriedly, you turned to him and shook your head "nope the tv and disc seems fine" you walked to turn the lights on but the moment the switch flipped the bulb blew. Ah! Yall both screamed.Epel looked at you, he saw you standing there frowning from the fairy lights glow.
"Maybe the ghosts are pranking us?" He said trying to calm both of yalls nerves "no, it can't be they told me they were gonna chill in the school so they won't bother us….they even swore" you spoke in a low voice "we got some flashlights in the kitchen can you for me while I try to clean up the glass." Epel frowned and answered you quickly,too quickly."um…how about we get them together?" He said quickly as he stood up from his spot, you saw right through him though.
"What? Are you scared epel?" You teased knowing dang well you're scared too, the boy stiffened like a child would when they got caught doing something they aren't supposed to.“Scared who do you think I am prefect?” You looked smug….too smug at that moment he ran off into the kitchen…it's quiet….yep he's dead r.i.p you thought to yourself , you heard a noise from across the room and a chill ran up your spine ad you saw one spot was darker than rest of the room…where is he???
BOO!
Epel comes from your left and gazes into your eyes with a triumphant look,as he held 2 flashlights in his hands."told ya I'm not scared" he pauses as he sees you trembling "Hey what's up with ya did I spook ya that bad?" You didn't reply all you did was point across the room,the boy looked where you were pointing at and spoke again "what are ya pointin' at prefect??" You stare at him and said "didn't you come from over there…?" Your hand was now shaking and he noticed it,shaking his head he looked back at the stop you were pointing at.
"No…why?" You went pale and faced him again, grabbing his hand and taking him to another room."i…I heard something in the corner of the room and I saw a silhouette…" he also turned pale thinking of something that could ease both of yalls hazey minds…"it's maybe nothing I'll go get check it out!" You snorted "really?" You put your hands on your hips "you're gonna beat up the ghost for me, princey poo" you batted your eyelashes at him, forgetting the fear that once laid in your stomach!
He huffed and grabbed what seemed to be a table leg "just stay behind me yn" he said as he exited the room you giggled as you followed him down the hall “Don’t laugh at me y/n!” he yelled ''Okay my little cotton swab♡�� go fight the ghost then!'' You point to the corner of the room where you saw and heard the thing.
Epel gets closer to the corner and he sees it, it had short black hair and some bald spots it's hair was everywhere and looked knotted and it looked scrawny and pale with its spine sticking out,it kept making low grumbles as epel raised the table leg it swiftly turned around and crawled on all four towards him.
AHHHHHHH!!!!!! Epel let out a bone chilling scream as it crawled towards him with its deformed face, you ran to him and grabbed his arm running towards the only room that had a lock….your room.You locked the door and hugged epel for dear life as yall sat on the bed "Epel calm down" you spoke to him whispering a mix of apologies and little nothings in his ears, little do you know your voice is like music to his ears slowly but surely you lulled him to asleep.
The world layed comfortably on your shoulder and you held him as if he was sand slipping through your fingers, you held him and his heart like it was glass with care and precaution.You soon found yourself tired wanting to aslo rest you laid your head on top of his and fell in a deep slumber;not before saying you love him and giving him a goodnight kiss though.
Knock …
Knock….
Knock….
The knock stopped and the sound of the jigging door handle echoed in the room, with two oblivious and sleeping nrc students.The Door slowly creaked open due to ramshackle being old,Looks like they are asleep?Jack spoke,"no fare they had a sleepover and didn’t invite us”Ace spoke, crossing his arms in the process,“shut up Ace you're gonna wake them up” grim spat at him,making a fuss between the two of them.
“We will give them five more minutes" deuce said as he looked up at Jack, only receiving a nod of approval.
"Hey" deuce said "ain't these those chips that makes creepy illusions?" He looked at them once more and sat them down, "come on guys let's let them rest a bit more"
#epel x reader#disney twst#disney twisted wonderland#twst x reader#twst wonderland#twst scenarios#twst#epel x mc#twst fanfic#twst x you#twst fluff#twst x y/n#I fr scared myself writing this💀💀💀#And the fact my crabs were banging on the glass didn't help😭#You know that one creepy ppg tiktok#Yeah that's what the creature was based off#twst oneshot#twst imagines
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Demand an Encore
Jaskier x Reader
Word Count: 6,958
Summary: anon said: hello! i see your requests are open...! could i maybe get a Jaskier x reader where the reader very shyly explains (maybe after an embarrassing moment?) that they are into spanking? and Jaskier indulges them and it is fluffy/smutty? if not, that's okay!! i figured I'd ask. thank you! 💜
A/N: Anon. I literally owe you my life, because Dom! Jaskier now literally lives rent free in my head. A fic from Jaskier's perspective? It shocked me too. Oops. Also. Clapping joke title on a spanking fic? I think I’m way funnier than I am
Warnings: Smut. Spanking. Oral (female receiving). Clothed sex? Sorta. Discussions of Sadomasochism. Canon complicit violence. A very bad take on Jaskier's perspective.
Title from Wild Blue Yonder
“Oh wank!”
The expletive draws his eyes from his lute and upwards, to you.
You’re busy, always busy, swinging that blade about and clashing it noisily into Geralt's. Parry, swipe, dodge, sword fighting is as boring a sport as Jaskier can even imagine, only marginally better than fencing because at least there’s some danger to sword fighting. Paint drying is a more interesting thing to watch, lectures less painful to listen to. Jaskier hates it. Sparring holds no interest to Jaskier, beyond when he tries to describe how sword fighting looks for a new song, but there are no new songs. The monsters have seemingly realised that Geralt is about, and have kept themselves to themselves, and so the well of songs about danger and adventure has dried up- like a brook during a heatwave. There’s no song about battles to be won, and if he plays Toss A Coin once more then he’s quite sure that Geralt will shove his lute up his arse sideways. All he wants is to work on a new melody and the clanging is quite possibly the worst thing he can imagine. The clanging, clanking, crashing of steel on steel is enough to drive him to distraction. All he needs is a new song, but no. He simply must be tormented by the sound of metal hitting metal. Needs must apparently, at least when it comes to sparring.
He’s sure Geralt is doing this to spite him specifically. Revenge for years upon years of songs and mindless chatter and taunting, wrapped up with the knowledge that the bard would never complain about your training- that your safety is paramount to him, even if it is noisy as all hell and infuriatingly distracting.
Cornflower blue eyes scan up and take you in, on hands and knees and holding your sword at such an angle to block Geralt’s swipe; face crumpled with effort and concentration while the Witcher above is as stoic looking as ever, bringing his blade down closer and closer until you slide to the ground and roll away from the sword. The buckles of your over-bust drags against the ground and knocks loose two of the buttons of your blouse, revealing an expanse of skin below the clavicle and to the dip in skin between breasts.
He wonders, not for the first time, how you manage to fight in a corset. When he was a lad, a little longer ago now than he’s quite happy to acknowledge, how a girl at a ball had collapsed because her corset was laced too tight and even after fetching a healer, the girl walked awkwardly until he left for Oxenfurt, probably long afterwards too. Yet, you can fight in one, swing that blade around with a relative ease that Jaskier can’t even manage if his trousers are tailored too high in the crotch. It’s strange. Watching you duck and twist, bend and thrust that blade around all while being held in place by tightly laced bones, it’s impressive- like watching someone dance. You aren’t a master swords-man but you’re skilled and it’s nice to watch. The exhilarated grin across your face, panting with heaving chest: it’s beauty. Pure, unadulterated beauty, even with a smear of dirt across your cheek, sweat beading about your forehead and a nick on your arm that’s letting out a small but steady stream of blood trickling down from your upper arm.
“Better.” Geralt says firmly, Jaskier watches as your face breaks into a grin and you just glow. A relaxed, genuine smile that makes you look younger than you are. You've mocked him before for how he just soaks up any validation, but even the slightest praise has your skin all but shining, cheeks flushed and mouth upturned. He understands entirely. Praise, acclaim, acknowledgement, it’s addictive; more so than any ale, any drug. Praise leaves you desperate for more, shaking and craving a next hit, almost insecurely hoping against hope that any second will bring that much needed praise. Bard's are like faeries, they require attention to survive while thriving on the energy people give, And Jaskier has been desperate for attention long before he became a bard.
Praise from the Witcher is a seldom given gift- one that Jaskier doesn’t think he’s ever been given- but he praises you. Training is important, and Geralt seems to have realised that he’ll catch more flies with honey than vinegar, so sparring is when he speaks most, even then it’s minimal though; but he compliments. Your form, your grip, the strength of blows. Praise from the Witcher is a seldom given thing.
Jaskier isn’t jealous.
He isn’t.
Jealousy implies that there’s something to be envied, like a possession that he wants. You aren’t a possession, he knows that, and even if you were, you wouldn’t be Geralt’s. His fingers fall from the frets of the lute, sending a sour note that makes him cringe out through the clearing.
“Gods, Dandy- if that’s a sign of what your new song sounds like then I don’t think I want to hear it!” You call over to him, head tilted as the sword twirls between your fingers. “I thought you were supposed to be a good bard.”
“You wound me, Love. Wound me.”
“No good bard would write Toss A Coin.” Geralt says, but there’s humour in his voice- well, humour enough for it to be noticeable against Geralt’s signature style of stoicism. Must be a good sort of day, for Geralt to be joking about and complimentary. These sorts of things don’t happen every day.
“Leave him be, Bully!” You swat at Geralt's side, grinning at Jaskier. “Don't you worry, Dear Heart, I love you- even with this brute insulting you.” It’s as if you don’t even remember that you started the insults, but that smile is enough to keep him quiet. That must be a sign of love, that Jaskier could be quiet for you: he’s never been silent for anyone before, even when he had himself half-convinced that he was in love with every person he's spent more than a night with, he’s never been able to keep quiet for more than a few minutes or so, he’s felt an overwhelming need to fill the silence. It’s pleasant to just bask in atmosphere that comes from being about you.
The swat at Geralt had not gone unnoticed, even if it took a moment or so for him to strike you. Geralt, facing Jaskier, lifted a hand to thump you on the back, too absorbed by the simple pleasure of retaliation to have perceived two very simple things with those enhanced Witcher senses: that the laces of your boots have come undone, and that you had bent down to tie it.
Time slows sickeningly, as Jaskier realises what’s about to happen only a second before the SLAP comes through the air at a volume none of you anticipated. Not to the lower back, a spot that while painful is little more than inconvenient when hit, but instead to your arse- angled upwards as you bent to fiddle with the ribbons of your shoes. The white-haired man had wanted something vaguely friendly but still running with undercurrents of the same energy that comes from sparring, but instead he had brought one enormous hand down onto your arse with some force. Unexpected, and completely out of nowhere as it is, it somehow is not the most surprising part.
The moan is.
A loud, broken moan- somewhere between pain and pleasure- which Jaskier knows all too well. That sound haunts his dreams. Jaskier would know it blind, dumb and senseless. Your moan, normally reserved for during the nights when his fingers slide inside of you, when his tongue breeches you. It’s weak, beautiful, and oh so very unexpected. Its a noise more beautiful than music, more beautiful than the sound of children’s laughter- always his , finally heard by another. Geralt looks horrified, cat-like eyes wide and filled with something akin to fear, but nothing like the unadulterated horror written across your face; sun-coloured skin turning red with embarrassment, lips parted wide but slowly contorting into a grimace, eyes wide but watering.
Jaskier forces himself up and towards you, while Geralt steps back, saying your name softly and apologetically,
“I am so sorry-"
“Little Miss-"
“I'm going to the stream to wash!” You say loudly, side-stepping around Jaskier to make a beeline into the thicket of trees, where a stream was hidden. Without any thought, Jaskier groans and looks up at the Witcher, eyes narrowed into accusatory slits.
“So much for those Witcher senses of yours.” It’s a ridiculous thing to be annoyed about. Geralt does not have any feelings for you beyond the platonic, and Jaskier knows that, knows full well that Geralt wouldn’t do something like that to you, least of all in front of your lover and a man far too willing to write humiliating songs about Geralt.
“It was an accident.” All stoicism has returned to Geralt’s voice, despite the still apologetic look written across his features. “She’s going to hate me. She sounded so pained.”
That almost made the Bard splutter with laughter. Moans like that are many things but not pained, at least not in a way that isn’t seen as pleasurable. Somehow, he manages to keep the laughter down and instead claps a hand to the taller man's shoulder.
“I doubt she hates you. Missy is a resilient little thing.” He tries to sound comforting, but some humour seeps through, making Geralt turn and squint at him.
“This isnt funny, Bard.”
“I’m well aware.” Jaskier nods. “I'm going to check on her though. To make sure she hasn’t drowned herself.”
“Don’t joke.”
“I’m not.” He trills as he walks along the step-worn path to the trees.
The stream is a pathetic little thing really, barely a foot in width and surrounded on all sides by the thickest section of trees which almost blocked out all light. It was easy to believe it was around dusk, but it couldn’t be much later than midday, the shade made it appear so much later than it was. And there was you, hunched over by the reeds and moss, scooping up water and splashing it in your face and onto the gash still trickling blood to try to clean it. Even in spite of the shadows, your flushed cheeks are still clear to him and he stops to take you in.
He’s had many lovers. Too many to list really, but not one of them holds a candle to you. Every girl before you was perfectly primped and polished, in fine clothes with perfect hair and made up faces, and they were beautiful but artificially so. Made that way by clothes and corsets and cosmetics. You though, you’re something else. Beautiful with the sun in your eyes, unkempt hair and rumpled clothes. Indescribably perfect cast half in fire-light, with bags beneath your eyes and blood across your cheek. Sonnet worthy while drunk and stumbling, singing out of tune to his ever songs. Godly in the dark, mouth open and back arching towards him as you stumble headfirst into climax. He loves you. He loves you, and it’s the first time he thinks he has ever really loved anyone: more than infatuation, more than lust, but actual love. Love that makes his head muddled and heart sore. He doesn’t deserve you. Wants you, needs you, but will never deserve you. Reckless, wild and brilliant you, willing to leave a life behind to fight monsters. A fool. Beautiful little fool, selfless and-
“I can feel you staring at me.”
“Hard not to stare at a goddess. Careful, I hear some gods will drown pretty things like you out of jealousy.”
“Fool.” You say softly, but there’s a chuckle in your voice so he comes closer to you, stepping behind you to twist your hair away from your throat to press a kiss to the crook of your neck.
“Your fool.” He breathes out shallowly, letting his chin rest on your shoulder while his arms wind about your waist. “Are you alright, Dear Heart?”
“Embarrassed, I suppose. My pride will recover though, Dandy.” The lightness of your words combined with your stiff posture makes sure Jaskier knows you’re lying.
“Little Miss-"
“Geralt must be embarrassed as well. I should have apologised to him before-"
“You moaned.” He cuts you off, making you shut up, stiffening even more. “And you may try to deny it, but I know that noise. I might just be the only person who knows that noise.”
“Jaskier.” It sounds like a warning, but he doesn’t care.
“If it’s because it was Geralt, I understand.” He says softly, feelings coming out unbidden. “I understand, of course, and I love you but I understand if I’m in the way.”
“I liked it. Be... being hit. Not Geralt.” You whisper.
It truly is a day of surprises. Jaskier can feel the grin slip onto his face and his hands move from your stomach to your hips to begin tickling.
“Is that so?” He asks softly, revelling in your choked-out laughter and how you lean back against him. “My Little Miss wants to be spanked. Well, darling, you should have told me earlier.”
“I didn’t know it was a thing!” You argue between laughs. Jaskier so often forgets that you were a virgin before he got his hands on you, so of course you hadn’t known. His tickling doesn’t stop as he pulls you backward, rolling you onto the ground and climbing on top of you to continue his assault.
“Would you like a lesson in masochism, Dear Heart?” He teases, head tilting to the side as he looks down at you.
“Maso-what?”
“The pleasures of pain.” He explains, and watches how your face turns pink once more. “Oh, she does!”
“Stop taunting me!” You argue, thrashing beneath him but not with any intensity.
“Taunting? Never. I’m just trying to work out if I need to rent two rooms when we next go into town.” He too easily grabs at your arm when you reach up to swat at Jaskier. “For your lessons, I mean.”
“You... weren't joking?” You ask lightly and he shakes his head.
“I never joke about teaching My Muse about what brings her pleasure.” He says lightly, climbing off of you to sit by your side. “If you want me to.”
“You Wouldn’t mind?” You ask incredulously, drawing out a chuckle from the bard.
“Darling-heart, don’t be a fool, of course I wouldn’t. You know how I like pleasing you, and having you know what pleases you pleases me. Besides, it’s hardly my first dalliance into sadomasochism; there was a countess I used to know who couldn’t achieve orgasm unless tied up, with wax melted on her and at least three people watching her-"
“Jaskier.” You say softly, and he stops.
“Sorry. What I mean is, liking someone slapping your perfect bottom isn’t something to be embarrassed by, darling. Alright?”
“Alright. Thank you, Jaskier.”
“No need to thank me, Dear Heart.”
It takes weeks for Jaskier's plan to come to fruition. Weeks of traveling and camping in the woods until the three of you are able to find a town in need of a Witcher and his services. It’s a simple job, just a few drowners, but the pay is good and there is a very decent inn more than willing to accommodate all of you, and with two rooms none the less- which is far easier to negotiate while the two of you are off to do what you do. The inn-keep is a pleasant, portly man in his middle forties who seems to appreciate Jaskier's way with words, and is more than willing to forgo payment on the rooms in return for a show- and who is Jaskier to disagree with a deal such as that?
His friendly demeanour is welcome too, means the Bard actually has someone to talk to while he awaits your return- but that plan dies a death when the job takes significantly longer than he expects. Normally, it only takes a few hours for something like this, but the sun is set and his songs just coming to an end when you finally return.
The crowds, cider-drunk and rowdy had sang along to every song they knew, and sang over these they didn't- but that was fine. Drinking songs were always nice to hear, but their song dies when the door to the inn-cum-tavern opens and you pad in, followed closely by Geralt. Both drenched from tip to toe and scowling, hair stringy and clothes dark with saturation. That explains a fair bit and even with how upset you look, Jaskier grins, grip on the lute loosening and stage persona rolling off of him. Wet and angry as the two of you are, the sight of you is enough to make the crowd let out a loud, drunken cheer before beginning an enthusiastic if out of tune rendition of Toss a Coin. For once, the Bard is uninterested in joining in and instead opens his arms wide for you, it takes less than a minute for you to run to him and wind your arms around his middle while the people mill around Geralt to interrogate him about monsters and the like. Jaskier sighs and presses a kiss to your forehead.
“You had me worried.”
“Almost drowned. But I’m fine.” You say apologetically against his jerkin. “Tired though.”
“I’ve booked our room. And I think my performance is over.” He says soothing, fingers carding through your wet hair. “Come on, Darling-heart.” He offers a hand, though it takes you a moment or so to reluctantly pull back from him you take it and follow him up to your rented room.
The room is tiny, little more than a box room with just a bed and small table but it’s clean and that is more than enough for you. Before even a minute can pass, you release Jaskier's hand to flop down onto the bed, moaning when you sink down into the mattress.
“Comfortable?” He asks playfully and you hum in agreement.
“I got you wet.” You reply after a minute and Jaskier chuckles.
“I don’t mind, now wait here. I’ve something to sort out for you.” The door clicks as he slips out of the room and you’re alone in the room, just you and the tingling sensation running through your body and making your brain feel as if a mist has descended over it, yet you don’t even realise it until the door opens once more and you lift your head up to look at the noise. It’s a girl, looking about fourteen or so, carrying two large buckets to the archway across from the bed which you had not even noticed, and in your drunken haze you consider why she would be taking buckets to another room through yours. Jaskier follows after her, buckets hanging from each hand and you notice how steam is billowing from the buckets until he disappears beyond the doorway. Confusion comforts your mouth into a frown, so instead of giving it much thought you let yourself sink back into the mattress, deciding it not worthy of a second thought. Water crashing against water echoes from the other room as your eyelids grow heavy and slip shut. Someone had told you once that the sound of water is enough to drive even an insomniac to sleep, you believe them in this moment, the sound of water is so relaxing to your dazed mind that you don’t question why you can hear it at all, so you simply shut your eyes and listen. You have no idea how long you lay there, listening and breathing, it could be seconds or millennia.
“Are you awake, Dear Heart?”
“hmm?”
“Come on, I ordered you a bath, you need it.” A bath. You smile and he grins at you. “Now, darling. Come along. You'll soak the sheets through.”
“I'll soak you through.” You retort tiredly, rolling off of the bed and toeing off your boots before following him into the bath's room. He watches as you walk through and is upon you within seconds, unlacing your corset and unlacing your chemise before you can move your fingers to do it for yourself. “Julian, I know you find me attractive but stripping me?”
“I don’t want you dying of cold.” He chides playfully, kissing the exposed akin of your shoulder as he pulls off the blouse. “Forgive me for loving you.”
“I love you.” You say softly and untie your trousers, pulling them and your underwear off in a single movement. He smiles at the sight and presses a hand to your lower back once you step out of the sopping fabric.
“I know, muse. Now in.” He says encouraging you into the bath, turning to fiddle with a few vials of scented oils. “Rose, Lavender or honeysuckle?”
“Lavender. It smells like you.” You say softly and sink into the water, letting out a loud moan when the heat overtakes you. He turns back to you with a smile and pours a little of the oil into the water.
“Oh, you like the smell of me?” He teases and moves around towards you.
“Of course, I do.”
He smiles at that and sinks down to his knees behind the tub at your back and picks up a rag, soaking it in the water and then moving it up to rub at your shoulders and the knobbles of your spine. The sweet floral smell is carried on the steam coming from the water, sweet and familiar and made all the better by the contented noises that come from you. He likes you like this, all pliant and sleepy and willing to let him help without complaint, it makes him feel useful in ways he never can on hunts. You shoulder so much, act so brave and mature and it’s so nice to see you just let him take control and look after you. He hums a little tune as he washes your back and feels your back move as you chuckle.
“Tickles.” You say, giggly and more awake than before. “What song is that?”
“It’s something my mother used to sing.” He says gently, scooping up some water with his hands and pouring it over your head before working out some of the tangles in your hair. “I don’t think it has a name.”
“It’s pretty.” You hum, head tilting into his hands like a kitten. “Why aren’t you in here with me?”
“I got the bath to warm you up, Silly Little Miss. I’m warm.” He says with a sigh and pressing a kiss to the nape of your neck.
“I want to touch you." You whine, twisting around to face him.
“There's time for that later, Dear Heart. “ He shakes his head affectionately and kisses the tip of your nose. “I have plans for you tonight.”
“Oh?” You ask, leaning up on your knees and allowing your breasts to lean against the lip of the tub. It’s a trick, trying to lure him in, and he knows it, but gods above it’s tempting. Far too much willpower is exerted to not reach out and take them into his hands. A siren, sent to toy with his heart and mind. He sighs and leans in to kiss you gently.
“You remember a few weeks ago? When Geralt slap-"
“Yes!” You interrupt quickly and he rolls his eyes, reaching up to smooth your hair down.
“And you said you liked the feeling?”
“I remember, Jaskier.”
He smiles and rubs his thumb across your cupid’s bow.
“Well. We have the room to ourselves, so I thought that we could experiment with that."
You blink at him owlishly before squinting at him. It would almost be enough to worry him, but he knows you too well to think you’re angry- you’re confused, but still very relaxed.
“Experiment.”
“Yes.”
“With you... hitting me.”
“With you letting me dominate you, spank you, and make you feel good.” He clarifies. It sounds foolish, and far too perverse when laid out so candidly to someone not well versed with this. You nod sagely.
“...And if I ask you to stop them you will.”
“Of course I will.” He says seriously and rests his hands on your shoulders, leaning in so you are eye to eye. “This is for your enjoyment, if you say stop, this stops. Just like always.” You smile and close the gap between his lips and your own. It’s soft and lazy, with no indication of proceeding any further than just chastely kissing, his hands still on your shoulders and your hands creeping up into his hair. It’s perfect, always is, and not for the first time, Jaskier considers that he could spend the rest of forever just kissing you and never be bored. Still, all too soon he pulls away, fetching a towel while you heave yourself out of the tub waiting for the bard and the towel. Even though you reach for it, Jaskier ignores your outstretched arms and instead swaddles you in it himself, drying you.
“I can do it myself!”
“You can, but you won't.” He says firmly, rubbing your skin. Beneath the soft fabric, he can feel you start to struggle which makes him hum and swat at your arse. It’s not enough to hurt, especially through the towel, but it serves as a good warning for who is in charge tonight. Dominance is nothing new for him, but he isn’t dominant with you. You were a virgin when he met you, all sex had to be approached with kid-gloved hands, even now that you are confident with it Jaskier has never felt any need to try and guide you towards that sort of thing. Submission, he had assumed, would be a difficult thing for you; you spend so much time fighting and fending for yourself during fights, asking you to hand over control never seemed to be a good idea. Control keeps you safe but you trust him. Trust him enough to give him control. It’s enough to rush to his head, that level of trust. Of course, it’s flattering when anyone allows him control, but it means so much more when someone who loves him, someone who is so dangerous would allow themselves to be vulnerable. He loves you, has since the second he clapped eyes on you, but this is more than love now, this is adoration. “Now, be a good girl and don’t argue.” Seldom does Jaskier have a need to be stern, so you doing as he says is to be expected. You go limp, eyes wide as he towels you dry. “There’s my good Little Miss.” He says once he finishes, folding the cloth while you stand stock still, pupils blown wide.
“Good.” You repeat back to him, starry-eyed and blushing, so he presses a kiss to the corner of your mouth before nodding.
“Well, you are my Good Little Miss, aren’t you?” He asks gently, watching the enthusiastic nod he gets in response with a smile. “I know.” He says with an air of finality, turning away from you and heading back into the bedchambers to sit on the bed. It takes a few seconds of silent sitting for you to finally walk to the doorway. You’re naked as the day you were born, wet hair hanging in snakelike tendrils around your face, skin glowing gold from the warm light of the fire reflecting off of the still damp flesh. You’re beautiful. Too beautiful, comfortable in your skin and his looking at you, pale criss-crossing of scars running across the planes of your body like gold holding formerly broken ceramics together. How Jaskier has ever gotten a chance to lay his hands on you is beyond him, why a bard such as himself can even look at you, never mind touch or kiss you. A goddess, battle-hardened and wise, intoxicating and intense but oh so soft and kind.
“You’re staring.” You laugh, leaning against the door frame and smiling at him.
“Yes. Yes I am.” Jaskier says simply and beckons you closer, which you do with a slight swing of your hips that he is entirely sure isn’t purposeful. You settle beside him, looking at him with a look somewhere between reverence and fear- like he's simultaneously the most beautiful and awful thing you’ve ever seen. He hates how much he likes it, the power it feels like he possesses in this moment. You look so small and defenceless, and he is too aware of how large he is by comparison. Usually, Jaskier feels slight- especially in comparison to Geralt and his hulking mass of muscle and manliness- but he’s suddenly far more aware of how big his hands are compared to your own, how he almost dwarfs you in height. You aren’t dainty, and he knows how much damage you can do with little to no effort, but you look so now.
You lean in to him slowly and tilt your head, taking him in before smiling with a raised eyebrow. Well? Your face seems to scream. I'm waiting. It’s all the encouragement he needs to put his hand between your shoulder blades and push your torso over his lap unceremoniously. Every jutting bone, every knobble of spine, outline of rib exposed when you let out a noise of mild confusion, but rest there with your stomach over his thighs. His fingertips, calloused from lute strings but still soft from the warm water, trail down your back slowly; his skin is colder than yours, leaving goose pimples in his wake as he moves towards the rounded flesh of your arse.
Pink and pert, the flesh juts out from the dip at the base of your spine, like a peach. Jaskier loves it. Loves all arses really. There is something so strangely enticing about them, likely the fact they’re so often covered that seeing them seems taboo in a way that seeing tits isn’t. Every inch of your skin that he gets to see is a luxury not afforded to others, and while his hands finally reach the plump skin, he had been moving towards he kisses your back, gripping one cheek firmly while rubbing soft circles into the other. A moan, airy and musical comes from you spurring Jaskier in his ministrations: shifting the cheek to the side, revealing a hole he had never paid much mind to at all, only to release his hold and watch as it bounces back into place. The jiggle is hypnotic, he thinks to himself wordlessly as he repeats the act on the opposite cheek, earning another moan from you in response.
“Jask.” You whine out and he hums in confirmation, feeling you push yourself back against his hand. “Don't tease.” He chuckles. Teasing is hardly what he'd call it. No, this is isn’t teasing, teasing is something gentler than this. This is preparation. He can hardly just start spanking you, especially when you've never done it before, but the whining makes him smirk. “Jask, if you don’t hurry, I’ll go to bed.” You insist and try to push yourself off of him, so he presses down on the middle of your back and brings his hand down on your arse harshly.
The sharp sound of skin-on-skin rings through the air, followed by a gasp. A tingle ran across his palm, and he snicks at the sensation.
“I thought you were my good girl, not a brat, Missy.” He says, voice low and on the verge of a growl. “I told you, I am in control tonight. Not you.”
Brat. You shiver at that, going still, and he smirks, grabbing the cheek he had just struck before tugging at it. He releases it before sliding his hand up your thigh.
“I. I can be good.” You whisper meekly. That isn’t enough though and he swats at the cheek once more, lighter this time.
“You will be good.” He corrects you, leaning in close to your ear and catching sight of your red cheeks and misty eyes. “I know you will be, won’t you Darling?” You nod quickly and he smirks. “That's my Princess.”
At that, your posture loosens and you relax against him. Praise. That’s good to know. Lazily, he rubs a circle against the curve of skin before striking it once more.
“I'm going to hit you ten times, and I want you to count them out loud for me. Can you do that for me?” He asks gently and you nod instantly. “I need you to use your words, Darling.”
“I. I can do that.” You say, tilting your head to look at him with a sweet smile. Jaskier smiles back at you, then brings his hand back down with a hard slap.
“One!” You say loudly, jolting forward and dragging your stomach across his crotch. He’s been so invested in planning and preparing that he hasn’t even noticed the hardness developing between his legs until it’s rubbed against. The moans from the bath had been enough to make him half hard, but seeing you like this, lips parted and the skin of your bottom turning an inviting shade of pink, it’s enough to have him fully hard.
“Two!” You shout out after his hand lands hard against your rear before two more swats come in quick succession.
“Three! Four!” The numbers are more moans than words, loud and needy. In the back of his mind, Jaskier wonders if the drunks downstairs are still singing and making noise, shouting and swearing, or if they too can hear the moans of pleasure. It’s sick, but he wants them to hear. Wants them to hear the pretty song that you’re moaning out, to look at you in the morning as you shift uncomfortably in your seat and know how you loved every second of it, see him smirk and know exactly who drew every noise from you.
He’s a bard. He knows how to make noises, but these might just be the prettiest ones yet. A hand rubs at the pinking skin and then, quickly as it comes it's gone and brought down, this time to the space where arse meets thigh.
“Five!”
He could listen to you moan all day. Sex, or at least sex while travelling, is normally a quiet affair. Quiet murmurs of affirmation, whispered begs and pleas, it’s not enough. Jaskier loves sex, loves the intimacy that comes from being as close to someone as humanly possible, but more so than the enjoyment of sex, Jaskier loves the theatrics of sex. Sex is like performing. Doing all possible to please an enthusiastic audience, listening to the sounds of enjoyment as it builds and crescendos, fingers moving faster, doing his best to not make a fool of himself.
“Six!”
Slap!
“Seven!”
He can’t help himself from hoping that this won't be a one-time occurrence. For a few stolen moments you can hand over control to him and give the both of you what you need.
“Eight!” Your stomach rubs against his cock once more and he chokes back a moan. You'll be the death of him. Ruin him entirely. It isn’t enough that he loves you, isn’t enough that you are the most beautiful person he could dream up, no you have to do things like this. Unintentionally ideal. Perfection given human form.
“Nine!”
His hand comes down one final time and you scream out a broken, “Ten!”, and Jaskier heaves out a sigh, rubbing the red skin as gently as he can to soothe you when you begin to tremble. Calloused fingertips slide softly across the abused flesh.
“Oh Darling. My good girl. My good, brave little miss.” He coos sweetly, gently guiding you up to sit on his lap, one hand still running the skin while the other threads itself in the hair at the nape of your neck. “You did so well.” Gently, he presses his forehead against your own, staring into tear filled eyes. “Oh, Dear Heart, did you not like it?” Worry washes over him suddenly. He should have reminded you that you could say no once more, that he wouldn’t be disappointed.
“Kiss me.” You breathe back against his lips and he sighs softly, hand shifting to your jaw to tug you into a chaste kiss. You tremble against his lap, but kiss back far more forcefully than he had kissed you. Gentle but seeking, tongue pushing between his lips to make its way into his mouth. He smirks slightly, but doesn’t open his mouth, feeling you rock against his lap- sweet nectar between your legs dripping through the fabric of his trousers while shaking fingers toy with the lacing of his doublet.
“Darling-"
“You're wearing far too much.” You whine pulling back to stare at him. “Take it off.”
“Take what off?”
“Everything.” One word has never held so much weight. He could look at you like this for always, so soft and desperate and wanting- it makes his heart beat faster and his cock jumps against the heat of your core. He wants to strip himself, rid himself of the offensive articles and just let you take from him all that he has, but he holds your jaw gently instead, using the warm skin as a means to ground himself once more.
“Ask nicely.”
“Jaskier.” You say with a slight scowl, but he narrows his eyes and tilts his head, trying not to laugh at your intent look. “Please. Please strip.”
“I think you can ask nicer than that, Dear Heart.”
“Julian, please take off your clothes. Please.” You ask softly and trail your hands along the chemise beneath his half-unlaced jerkin. “Please, Dandy? I want to touch you- can I?”
The pet name brings a soft smile to his face, hands moving to your hips to shift you onto the bed before undoing the rest of his jacket and shucking it off, to toss it to the side. Ducking down, he peppers a few feverish kisses to your thighs, toying with the ties of his chemise while you tug it over his head. Needy and half frenzied is unlike you, but he can’t say that it isn’t perfection. Shy, unsure sex has been too common, the occasional rushed shag when you two can spare a few seconds less frequent, but this magically manic need is sweet. Jaskier is a performer; performers preen under the watchful eye of attentive audience, need the knowledge of a job well done, which he normally gets from you in the form of moans and frantic rutting. This enthusiasm is perfection, especially while his face is so close to your cunt that he can smell the arousal dripping from it.
Nudity can wait, The Bard smirks, grips your thighs in a vice-like grip and widens the distance between them so he can get his mouth on your sex, tongue gathering slick and relishing that sweet, musky taste. Sweeter than any fruit, more addictive than any wine. Jaskier’s lips find your clit, that bud of nerves that might as well contain every breathless moan that you can fit in your body, and sucks, tongue flicking across it with the moans and curses that such an act wrings from you. Nose buried in the curls that cover your mount, cornflower eyes look up to take you in, writhing in ecstasy, breasts quivering with every stuttered breath. He knew that he had missed something while spanking you’d but it falls into place now. Your face.
Every emotion flit across it, as clear to read as sheet music to him. You have an expressive face at the best of times, but it only seems heightened by sex. He knows many men prefer not to face their lovers and, hell, in his more adventurous days had preferred it himself, but seeing how you feel written across your features is part of the joy of sex. It had taken a while to convince you to stop silencing yourself during intimacy, that those moans are his and hard earned, but those expressions mean even more. Miniscule twitches of the brows and lips that let him know that you enjoy what he is doing, he loves them. Loves you. Those noises are meaningless without that face, pink and contorted with pleasure. That face. He could stare at it all day.
He doesn’t miss Lettenhove, not for a minute, but he does miss paintings. Portraits, moments trapped in time, forever perfect. He wants a painting of moments like this; nothing pornographic, just your face, with not a care for anything but pleasure. To see him through those nights when hunting takes too long and he's long asleep by the time you return. A little painting to have with him always.
“Jaskier-" You whimper, fingers curled into his hair and tugging. “Please. Please.”
He hums softly and slaps your thigh, revelling in the sweet little gasp that comes from you before a gush of fluid hits his lips. The Bard pulls back and blinks in shock. You’re shaking, twisting in the blankets as he just breathes you in. Squirted. You just squirted on him. He was half convinced that such a thing was just A rumour but... you did it.
Blinking rapidly, Jaskier stares up at you awestruck and starry-eyed, trying desperately not to spill into his trousers.
Oh yes. This is going to be a regular occurrence.
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kítrinos - Qian Kun
kitrinos( κίτρινος) - yellow
pairings: professor!Kun x fem student reader
summary: meeting Cyan was either a horrible mistake or a blessing in disguise. In a world where soulmates exist, you were starting to believe that yours didn't exist. Not until, you picked yellow from Cyan's book of colours which transported you to another reality where your soulmate's feelings are shown on you when you share the same emotion. Sharing a rare mark made things easier but theres a catch, both of you won't know until the very last moment. What will happen then?
genre: studentxteacher, fluff, angst
warnings: mentions of death, losing eyesight, arguments, swearing
A/N: Hello lovelies! this is for the colours collab made by @neo-cult-ure i’d like to thank everyone for supporting us and i’d also like to thank the other writers for being so lovely and amazing and just being a great bunch of people. also want to thank @fairielightsss for proof reading this. to be honest, this isnt greatly written. there will be many mistakes so bare with me. so i hope i dont offend anyone and i apologise for any mistakes.
P.S: I recommend listening to this which will give you a good feel on the story. i also recommend watching Howl’s Moving Castle to understand some of the references, but if you haven’t then its okay!
As the sky fades into the night sky, your eyelids begin to droop and the attention towards the song had started to slowly make your head spin. The need to finish practising this piece kept you awake in fear of getting into big trouble with your lecturers. You slap your face in an attempt to make yourself stay awake before preparing to play the piano.
"Are you going to continue torturing yourself or should we head back?" Your best friend, Renjun said while walking into the music studio. You chuckled, "I'm almost done. Wanna wait for me?" You asked. He nodded as he sat on the edge of a table making himself comfortable.
You’ve been practising a song from one of your favourite movies, Howl's Moving Castle but something didn't feel right. Renjun took note that you were taking longer than usual.
"How come you're struggling so much with this song?" Renjun asked. "I'm not saying this in a mean way but I've seen you play,” he said cautiously, not wanting to hurt you with his words. “This song should be easy compared to what you’re used to." He said with a tilt of his head, confusion hinted on his features.
You shrugged while deep in thought, "I know,” you took a deep breath, collecting your thoughts. “I can't explain it but it feels like this piece is missing something." you finally explained.
He nodded at your words. He didn’t say anything more but you knew he wanted to ask more. You began playing the first few notes before Renjun gasped making you falter in your playing, "What if you were Sophie in your past life?” he said with wide eyes, “Better yet, what if you were the Witch of the Waste?" You stared at him with wide eyes holding confusion. "Really, Renjun?" You narrowed your eyes, not liking the way he was messing around.
"Just kidding." he laughed with eyes holding mischief. You broke down your façade and laughed. Shaking your head, you ended the song frustratedly.
"That's it, I'm continuing tomorrow." You sighed and got up, slinging your bag over your shoulder.
"Jaemin asked if you wanted to a sleepover?" You nodded excitedly and Renjun cheered as both of you walked out.
Throughout the walk back, you tried to wrap your brain mind around the question, "Why did that song feel different?" you mumbled to yourself. Beside you, Renjun was questioning your unusually quiet behaviour.
When you were offered to play for the school's annual dinner, you were completely overwhelmed and honoured. They gave you a selection of songs but this song attracted you the most.
Why?
The walk was eerie and quiet, you could feel the cold and sharp air pricking at your skin. Renjun stood close to you when you suddenly heard footsteps behind you.
You turned around and you were greeted by an old lady. You real ed it was a lady named Cyan from when you both met earlier today. She was a funny looking lady who showed you her book of colours. She told you to pick one and you chose yellow. She also mentioned something about a soulmate but you weren't really paying attention.
"Cyan?" You called. The footsteps quickened.
"What are you-"
"I'm sorry, sweetie. Everything will make sense soon." She said hurriedly, cutting you off.
"What do you mean?" She smiled and pulled out a pouch from her pocket, blowing a yellow powder onto you. You waved your hands around to try and stop her while Renjun was beside screaming at the old lady but to no avail, the powder dusted your figure. Next thing you knew, everything went black.
You drummed your fingers across the table, waiting for Jaemin and Renjun to arrive.
You were the only one in the studio and the silence was driving you mad. With a loud sigh and you reached in and grabbed a chocolate bar from your backpack, unwrapping it. Just as you were going to eat it, the door opened.
Low and behold it was your favourite lecturer, Professor Qian or more casually known as Kun. It depends on when you're talking to him. Walking to his table and he places his stuff down before realising you were in the studio.
"I'm hurt Y/N." He starts. You grinned, leaning forward, "Why is that, Kun?"
"Professor Qian in class, missy." He points.
You rolled your eyes and snorted. "Okay, why are you hurt, Professor Qian?" You repeated.
"Well, I come in and the first thing I see is your feet on the table and you’re eating a chocolate bar. And you didn't even bother asking if I wanted some." He wipes a fake tear.
You laughed and jogged to his table, "Aha, but the thing is, sir," you showed the extra bar you brought for him, "I already brought an extra for you." You passed it to him. He chuckled, "Well, won't you look at that. I knew I chose the right favourite student."
You snorted, "The only reason I'm your favourite student is that I'm the only one playing the piano in this class." You stated. “And secondly if I’m not mistaken Professor Qian,” you continued, eyes holding mischief, “Didn’t you say Jisung was your favourite student last week? And Sara about two days ago?” you hummed, a hand on your chin with a pondering look on your face.
He laughed and shook his head, "I'm guilty. I love all of you equally." He raised both his hands defensively. "Ah, I wanna ask you a question." He walked over to the other side of the table, sitting on the edge of it while facing you.
"How would you feel about playing with me?" He suddenly said. You raised a brow.
"Wow, Sir, I didn't know you were that adventurous." You wiggled your brows. Kun furrowed his brows, "What are you- OH MY GOD Y/N NO, NOT LIKE THAT." he said embarrassedly, hiding his face in his hands. You burst out into laughter, clutching your stomach as you saw your teacher getting flustered.
"Geez, Y/N, go clean that brain of yours." He rubbed his temples. You punched his shoulder lightly, sitting next to him on the table.
"Well, you should've worded it better. It's not every day you hear your professor asking to play with him. Anyways, what did you mean by that?" You asked him.
"I meant doing a duet performance with me during the annual dinner." He explained.
"Ahh, I see. What song are we talking about though?" You turned to him.
He rolled up his sleeves and crossed his arms, "I was thinking Merry Go Round Of Life? Y'know the one from Howl's Moving Castle." He sat on the edge of the table.
"I'd love to do it but you could easily do that song alone. Why do you need me?" You asked, genuinely confused. You've seen how Kun plays and it's absolutely amazing. It doesn't make sense why he would need you.
He scratched the back of his neck, "Well, it is a dinner with both the lecturers and students. I thought it would be cool to have us both play. Plus, imagine the power of both of us playing." He bumped your shoulder with his.
"Are you complimenting my skills?" You asked shock painted on your face. He looked quite taken aback, "Y/N, I'm pretty sure I've made it clear that I'm very impressed with your skills since day one."
Ah, first class, you remembered when Kun walked in and he did an evaluation test on all of you.
As both of you walked to class, you were greeted by a squeal. "Renjun! Y/N!" You smiled and ran to Jaemin, giving him a hug.
"How were holidays, babe?" Hewereapped an arm around both of your shoulders.
"It was nice to go back home, my parents kept pestering us on our soulmates though," Renjun informed.
"Have you found yours yet?" You asked Jaemin. He smiled softly, looking at you shyly as he nodded slowly.
You squealed and began jumping with him. "Congratulations, honey!" You hugged him tightly.
"What's she like?" Renjun asked.
"She's so… perfect." he sighed dreamily. You and Renjun began poking fun at him and teasing him.
“What did it feel like?” you asked curiously.
“Not gonna lie, it hurt like a bitch when the mark burnt off but after that everything was amazing,” he explained as you sat in between the two of them.
"What was your colour?" You asked.
"It was grey," he said proudly. Renjun snorted, "What were both of you confused about?" he said shaking his head.
"Well, I was confused about what to order and she was confused about a math question. We suddenly felt the mark stinging and I immediately looked around and there she was, all cute and blushing." He said dreamily.
The door opened and a chill pricked at your skin. You turned around to see an unknown man walking in. You went to sit down with your friends. "I think he's the new lecturer," Jaemin whispered to you.
"Good morning, everyone. You may call me Professor Qian, I'll be teaching you from now on. So let's start shall we?" He said.
You heard the chatter of the girls behind you, "oh, Woah, he's really handsome" You grinned, he really was.
He wore a blue button-down shirt with a pair of brown slacks. His brown locks gelled back nicely. Kun The professor looked around the studio and his nerves calmed down, everyone seemed quite friendly. This was his first time teaching and he worried he would make a bad impression.
"According to Madam Rowena, your previous lecturer, she informed me to do an evaluation test first so that I'll know what level you're all at but I'm pretty sure you're all very advanced, let's start with that." He took out a list from his bag, and he began to read out the names of your classmates.
Everyone had to play a song on their respective instrument. You took note of your classmates looking nervous, trying their best not to mess up.
"Alright, thank you, Ms Seo. Now, Ms Y/L/N?" He looked around.
You raised your hand and walked towards the piano.
"Are you the only pianist?" He suddenly asked you.
"Yes, I am." You said nervously. He nodded, signalling for you to proceed. He continued reading the list, pushing his glasses to sit comfortably on the bridge of his nose. You breathed in, immediately pressing the right keys to Victor’s solo in the Corpse Bride.
His eyes perked up as he watched closely. He watched as you focused on the song and your fingers moved with grace. He could feel the passion wafting off of you as you played. The beautiful tune resonating around the room.
Your classmates watched in awe, they've always enjoyed watching you play. You were the best in the class after all. To everyone, this was a sweet melody that you knew, but it meant so much more than that.
It was a painful memory.
As you hit the last note, your breathing turned rapid. Everything was quiet before everyone began clapping and cheering.
"Thank you, Ms Y/L/N. You may return to your seat." He smiled softly. You nod and return to your seat.
"You surprised him, Y/N," Jaemin whispered as both of you watched Renjun play his flute.
"What do you mean?" You asked quietly.
"Throughout the entire evaluation, he hasn't looked up. Except for when you began playing." he nudged you with his elbow.
"Sure, Jaem. Sure." You rolled your eyes.
"So, do you wanna do it?" He asked. You thought about it again. Your mind weighing the pros and cons before coming to a conclusion, "Sure, plus I get to annoy you even more now." You teased as you walked over to your seat.
"Oh god please protect me from this child." He said out loud.
You were going to counter when Jaemin and Renjun came in, sandwiches in their hands.
"Professor Qian~" Jaemin bowed. "Good morning!" He said cutely.
"Morning, Jaemin, Renjun." He smiled back. Jaemin and Renjun walked up to your usual seats, plopping beside you.
"What were both of you doing alone, huh?" Renjun asked.
"Talking?" You replied.
Jaemin snorted, "Yeah, and I have three legs." He added. You scowled and pinched his arm causing him to yelp. Soon, the class began to fill up and Kun started teaching.
As class ended, you walked up to Kun and sat on the edge of his table. "So, what day are we practising?" You asked. Kun turned around at the sound of your voice, he loosened his tie and slid his hands into his pockets.
"It's up to you, kiddo. The dinner is on the 25th." He said nonchalantly. Your eyes widened and your mouth hung open. "Wait, 25th?" You stuttered. He nodded. "That's not too far away!" You squeaked.
Kun shrugged, "I've seen you master a new song in three days. This is easy for you." He claimed.
"But Kun, this is a performance in front of many people. Not just the class. Plus, I'm going to be playing with you, how are you so sure I'll be able to keep up with you?" You whined.
Kun walked closer to you and patted your head, "You'll be fine and you'll do so amazing. Like usual." He reassured you. Your cheeks warmed, "thanks, Kun." You picked at some dust off your sweater.
"I'll tell you what, we'll practise twice a week. The duration is up to you. We can do it for 20 minutes or 2 hours. I'm okay with anything." You pouted, "Kun, that's not fair on you. I'm pretty sure you're busy as well."
"Y/N, I'm a single male with a cat and several assignments to check. Do I look like I have plans soon?" He joked. You laughed lightly, "How are the guys and Louis, by the way?" You asked.
"They're great. Xuxi recently adopted a puppy named Bella so the house is a bit noisier than usual." He said. You giggled, "Must be fun."
“You should visit someday. The boys really miss you,” he said.
“Sure. how about this Friday?” you asked. He nodded, “Should be fine. Bring Jaemin and Renjun too if you’d like.”
“I’ll inform them then.” you smiled.
You threw your bag over your shoulder, “So, Wednesday?”
He nodded, crossing his arms over his chest, “Yeah. Want me to bring snacks for you?”
You placed a hand over your heart, “You know me so well. Yes please.” you nodded cutely.
He shook his head, “I’ll see you then, yeah?” he waved. You skipped out of the class, nearly smacking face-first into the door.
"Oops…" you nervously turned and ran out.
Kun chuckled, shaking his head. "Clumsy girl." He muttered.
"Nana! Injunnie!" You ran, wrapping your arms around their necks.
"Wanna follow me to Professor Qian's house this Friday? They’ve recently gotten a puppy." You said. They immediately nodded their heads at your suggestion, "sounds great! We'll bring food as well." Jaemin added.
The three of you hung out for lunch, chatting about any new events that seem to catch your ears. "Oh, what were you and Professor Qian talking about?" Renjun sipped on his hot chocolate.
You grinned, "he asked me to perform with him during the dinner." You beamed.
The two boys clapped excitedly, "That's so cool, Y/N!" They both gave you a side hug.
After talking a bit, Jaemin sighed. "I can't believe we're graduating soon." He said sadly.
"I know right? A few more exams and,” you paused, “we're out." It dawned on you that you wouldn't be able to see them all time like usual. You began tearing up at the thought, "Guys,” you said softly, grabbing both the males’ attention, “Promise me we won't drift apart." You sniffled.
Renjun and Jaemin pouted, "Oh baby." Renjun got out of his seat to hug you. Jaemin too soon after.
"We promise. Also, we'll still meet up as much as we can. I don't care if it's once a week or month, I just need to see you guys." Jaemin tugged at his sweater sleeves. Before you could finish your lunch, the three of you were a sobbing mess. You loved the two of them so much, they were your best friends.
You got off your motorbike and sighed before turning the doorknob. You opened the door only to be graced with the familiar sound of to Italian Opera music and the smell of brownies. You tried to sneak upstairs, avoiding getting called.
"Y/N, is that you?" The soft voice asked. You turned slowly, "Yeah, it's me." You stood in the middle of the stairs.
You saw your stepmother walk out the kitchen, cocoa powder on her apron and some flour on her cheek.
"How was your day, dear?" She asked. You shrugged, "It was okay, I guess."
Silence. This was your routine every day for two years. She'd ask how your day was and you'd stand awkwardly.
"I'm gonna head upstairs. I'm tired." You said stuttering between your words, not looking at her.
"Oh, uh yes. Well, there's some brownies on the oven if you'd want me to bring some up?" You shook your head, "It's okay. I'll get them myself." you said politely. Before she could reply you walked into your room, closing the door behind you.
Your mom passed away when you turned 7, so all that was left was you and your dad. For a very long time. Even then, you remember him not really being around for most of your childhood. You were brought up by your grandmother. Though whenever your dad left for business trips, he would never fail to always bring back a gift for you.
However, you didn’t expect him to bring back a woman on your 20th birthday. Anyways, Not wanting to stay for long, so you called Jaemin and asked if it was okay to sleep over and he agreed.
You walked down the stairs, peeking into the kitchen and grabbing a brownie. You saw her sitting in the living room and you’d thought it would be best to just inform her. She noticed your presence and immediately straightened up.
“Uh, I’m gonna sleep over at Jaemin’s.” you awkwardly scuff your feet against the hardwood floor.
She nodded, “Alright then, stay safe.” she smiled. “Your father will be coming back tomorrow afternoon, by the way.”
You nodded, “Ah, okay. Thanks for informing me.” you scratch the back of your neck.
“No problem, Y/N.” she replied.
You head out, starting your motorbike and riding it away from your house. It’s not like you hated her, it’s just hard to accept someone. It doesn’t help that Dad is barely home so things get even more awkward when it’s just the two of you.
Your mom wasn’t there to help you out when you got your first period or for you to talk to when you had your first crush on a boy. The only person who you could talk to about these things was your grandmother who had sadly passed away a year ago. Sometimes, you wish you called her more often to check up on her.
A tear trickled down your cheek, you sighed. “I miss you so much,” you whispered.
Upon arriving at your best friends house, you parked your motorbike and knocked on the door.
“Coming!” you heard Renjun running to the door. “Hello again~” Renjun leaned on the door.
“Hey boo.” you poked his stomach and walked in. “So, what are we going to do tonight?” You asked.
“I would’ve wanted to say drinks but we’re broke so pizza and movies sound good?” Jaemin pointed to the mountain of pillows and boxes of pizza. “It’s perfect.” you beamed.
You changed into the pyjamas you brought and settled into the pillow fort.
“What are we watching?” you asked. Renjun shrugged, “Nana wanted to watch a rom-com.”
Jaemin came crashing down into the pile of pillows. “We’re watching Sensei Kunshu.” he said excitedly, n,t hesitating to press play.
“What’s it about?” you pulled the blanket over your body as you took a slice of pizza.
“It’s about a girl who falls in love with her teacher.” Jaemin chomped onto a breadstick.
Thirty minutes in and you can’t help but hide behind the blankets, you loved the movie so far but you had to admit, you got second-hand embarrassment watching the movie.
“AYUHA, PLEASE,” Renjun screamed at the main character along with some incoherent noises. Frustration dripping from his words.
“I need to pee,” you said as you ran towards the toilet.
As you were walking out, you suddenly felt a buzz, it was Kun. you opened the message to see a document he sent.
“These are the notes for the song! You can try playing it first :)”
You smiled and quickly typed back a response,
Thanks, Kun! I’ll see you soon.”
“What are you smiling about?” Renjun asked he sipped on his drink. “Kun sent me the sheet music for the song we’re going to perform.”
“Ahh, what a fitting movie~,” Jaemin said in a sing-song voice as he wiggled his brows. Your brows knitted, “What?”
Renjun smirked, “You and Professor Qian?” you gasped and plopped in between them.
“No! he’s like an older brother, friend kinda thing.” you tried to explain.
“I like how that was your reason and not simply because he’s our teacher.” Jaemin giggled.
You pinch his arm lightly, “Shut up.” you pout.
“It’s true though, Y/N. everyone in the class agrees.”
“EXCUSE ME, WHAT?” you shrieked.
“Let's put it like this, you guys act as if you’ve been engaged for two years and you live in a studio apartment along with your two cats and you travel around the world to perform at concerts,” Renjun stated.
Jaemin began clapping, “Bravo, my boy, bravo.” he pointed “That’s basically how everyone sees you guys.” he drank his cola. “Also, you can’t deny the fact that he has a soft spot for you. He’s already a genuinely nice guy but when it comes to you, it’s on another level. This performance is basically feeding us and our classmates with good content.”
You sat there and thought about it. Yes, you were much closer to Kun then others but you didn’t know your classmates shipped the two of you.
“Whatever, it’s not gonna happen anyways,” you said whilst shaking your head, silencing the both of them. “Plus, we both have our own soulmates.” you pointed out as you reached out and grabbed a slice of pizza.
Renjun was going to argue until he heard your ringtone.
It was your stepmom.
Your brows furrowed, “Hello?” you started.
“Hey, Y/N, I know you’re at your friends’ house but you might need to come back soon. By tomorrow morning.”
Your brows knitted, Renjun and Jaemin sat next to you, wondering and waiting on you to tell them what’s going on.
“What? Why?” you asked, a tad bit irritated.
“Your father is arriving home sooner than expected.” you groaned internally, “How soon?” you asked.
“I think around 8 in the morning?” you rubbed your face,
“I’ll come back now.” you hung up and slammed your body back onto the pillows.
“Looks like I have to head out, fellas.” you got up and helped them clean up.
“We’re really sorry, Y/N,” they said in unison. You waved them off as you stuffed the last breadstick into your mouth, “It’s okay, guys. Plus, my dad probably wanted to ‘surprise’ us.” you muffled.
“Don’t talk with your mouth full, woman.” Jaemin bumped you with his hip.
“Sorry.” you giggle.
After cleaning up, you said goodbye and headed back home.
You carefully got upstairs, she was probably asleep so you didn’t want to wake her up.
You opened the door and plopped onto your bed, turning off the lights and falling fast asleep.
You heard laughter and chatter downstairs as you woke up. You stretched your tired limbs and went down. Your dad was hugging your stepmom and they were just chatting about something.
“Y/N!” he called. You walked down the stairs and greeted him. “Hi, dad.”
He smiled and immediately went for his bag. “Here you go, I got you this.”
Like usual, he’ll hand you the gift before asking anything.
In his hand was a black box with a white ribbon on it. You opened it and smiled, “Thank you.”
“No problem, kiddo. Now, what’s for breakfast?” he turned to your stepmom and held his stomach. They both walked to the kitchen, your father’s hand wrapped around her waist.
In the box was a beautiful, sapphire necklace. You closed the box and walked to the kitchen where your dad was already eating.
She prepared a plate for you, placing it next to your dad.
You sat down and began eating at the hearty breakfast she prepared.
"So, how's school?" He starts. You swallow and face him, "everything's going well, my exams are in a few weeks and then I'll be performing at the annual dinner."
“Wow, really? That’s very exciting!” Lilian praised.
"That's great honey." He says, unimpressed as he checks his phone.
"Do you have a boyfriend yet?" He suddenly asked. You choked on your toast, drinking a bit of water to ease your throat.
"Uh, no." you shook your head, “I’ve been really busy so… yeah.”
“When you do, make sure you bring him for dinner.” he points at you with his fork.
It sucked how you couldn’t talk to your dad like old times. It’s not that you didn’t want to but it seemed like he only cared about work and making sure your grades are absolute perfection.
“How about that Jaemin boy? Or Renjun? They’re from very good families.” he asked. Your stepmom walked behind him and placed her hands on his shoulders, “Sweetie, they’re her friends. Also, you should always wait for your soulmate when the time comes.”
You’re lost for words and you couldn’t help but feel uncomfortable.
“Uh, I have to get ready for class.” you shuffled out of your seat.
When you entered your room, you leaned against the door and let out a long sigh.
It's like I don't know you anymore...
Kun sat at the counter, stirring his coffee.
I hope the song works this time, he thought.
Kun furiously pressed at the keys, getting agitated by the silly mistakes he seemed to have made. He was going to reach the end but he accidentally pressed a different note, causing him to groan.
"What's up with you?" Sicheng walked towards his roommate. "You've been at it for 3 hours now." He leaned against Kun's piano in his room.
"Sorry, must've been really noisy huh?" He asked Sicheng apologetically. Sicheng waved him off, "Pft, it's okay. They're much noisier downstairs."
They laughed a little before Sicheng sat next to him. "What seems to be the problem?" He asked Kun.
Kun sighs, "I know this might sound weird but for some reason, this song doesn't feel… complete to me? I don't know how to explain it but it feels like I'm just pressing notes rather than actually feeling the song. I can’t seem to play it at all."
Sicheng's brows knitted, "Have you tried playing with someone?" Sicheng asked.
Kun nodded, "I played it with Johnny, Taeil, Doyoung and all those tries failed as well. I don't know who else to ask." He rubbed the back of his neck.
"Okay, c'mon let's try." Kun excitedly nodded at Sicheng's suggestion. Maybe he just needed someone he was a lot closer to.
The song started out smoothly, like usual but then suddenly, both of them played the wrong key.
"Huh…" Sicheng placed his hands on his hips.
"Exactly. It's always there." Kun got up and sat on his bed.
"Maybe… change the song?" Sicheng suggested. Kun shook his head defiantly, "No, there's something about this song and I can't put my finger on it. It's stressing me out. I could easily play that… I just don't know why I can't right now." He ran his fingers through his brown locks.
Sicheng leaned against the piano, "How about playing with your students?" He asked.
"Y/N is the only one who plays the piano right?" He pointed out. "Why don't you try with her?" He smiled.
"Actually… that's not a bad idea." He stood up and paced around the room.
"I'm going to ask her. If the song still fails, I'll change the song."
"Kun? KUN!" he heard the loudest clap ringing in his ears. He turned and saw Yukhei who was pressing Bella to his chest, staring at him worriedly.
"Oh, hey Xuxi. What's up?" He asked, still quite dazed.
"Uh, you're gonna be late for your class, again." He pointed to the clock on the wall.
Kun's eyes widened, he ran out the kitchen, suitcase and keys in hand.
"SHIT, SHIT, SHIT." he repeated as he started his car.
"Kun, your coffee!" Yukhei stood by the doorway with the mug in hand.
Kun waved him off, "You can have it, man." He yelled before speeding off.
Kun ran, making sure he wasn't too late. He kept checking his watch over and over until he bumped into another body.
"Oomph!" The voice squeaked. He turned around and saw Y/N on the floor, rubbing her back.
"Oh thank god it's just you." He breathed.
You scoff, "Are you late, again?" You got up, feeling a bit sore from landing on your butt. "Also, what's that supposed to mean?" You poked at his chest.
"Yes, and it means I won't be awkwardly apologising to some random student I've never met before." He brushed the dust off his pants. "So, I'm sorry and I'll buy you snacks. See you later, byeee!" He said as he ran off to his class.
You shook your head, smiling a little.
"Silly professor."
Your music history class had ended and you stretched your stiff limbs.
"I love music history but Miss Leanne makes it so… miserable." Renjun rubbed his sleepy eyes.
You snicker, "same. I'm pretty sure I nearly dozed off twice." You yawn.
"Y/N, are you coming over later?" Jaemin asked. You shook your head, "I don't think so, bubs. I have practice with Professor Qian and my dad is home so he probably wants to 'spend time' together." You rolled your eyes.
Jaemin pats your back, "He's still at it, huh?"
You nod angrily, "he always complains how I never want to spend time with them but when we do, he's always on his phone leaving me and my stepmom to talk." You rant.
"But you don't talk to your stepmom?" Renjun pointed out.
"Exactly! Do you know how awkward it was? Also, this morning he asked me if I had a boyfriend and told me to date either one of you."
Their eyes widened, "Sweetie, I love you but I'm taken." Jaemin pointed at where his mark once was.
"Yeah, I love you too but you're like a sister to me." Renjun shrugged. "I can't imagine dating you." He admitted.
"THANK YOU! Now, tell my dad that." You groaned.
You checked your wristwatch and it was almost time for practice. You pat both of their shoulders, "I've got practice in a few minutes. Wanna call later?" You asked.
They nodded, "Is it okay if Minseo joins? She's visiting us." Jaemin asked.
You nodded, "of course! Also, tell her I'm really sorry for not being able to meet her properly, I swear after graduation both of us are gonna go on dates without you." You winked.
Jaemin looked incredibly offended, "It's bad enough that both of you gossip about everything. Now, this. I feel so betrayed, my best friend and girlfriend." He grasped his chest, leaning onto Renjun.
"There, there, bud. You have me." Renjun patted his shoulder.
You laughed, walking towards the opposite direction, "I'll talk to you guys later!" You waved and jogged towards the studio.
Walking into the studio, you saw Kun with his eyes shut and earphones in, on his chair with his feet propped on the table.
You giggle softly, walking up towards him and tapping him lightly.
"Professor Qian?" surprisingly, your light tap caused him to wake up in shock.
"Fuck!" He yelled right before falling off his chair. You panicked and quickly helped him up.
"Jeez Y/N, you gave me a heart attack." He uttered.
"Sorry about that." You grinned mischievously. You noticed his face and sluggish movements. "Are you okay? You don't look so well." You commented.
He smiled, "I'm fine. I just haven't had any coffee today so I'm a bit sleepier than usual." Your mouth formed an 'o' until you remembered you had a thermos of coffee.
You pulled out the metal thermos and poured some into the cup. You handed it to him, "Here! I usually give this to Jaemin and Renjun to drink but it won't hurt if you had some." You smiled.
He chuckled, "Thank you, Y/N." He took the small cup and sipped on the warm liquid.
"Ah, just what I needed." A few more sips and he looked a bit more energetic.
"Are you ready for practice?" He asked you. You nod excitedly, "Sir, yes sir!" You salute.
Both of you shared a laugh before heading to the grand piano.
You took out the sheet music you printed earlier and arranged it on the music rack.
"Have you played the song yet?" He asked. You shook your head, "Nope, sorry." You apologised. He bumped his shoulder with yours, "It's okay."
Truthfully, Kun was nervous. He really wanted to play this piece. Why? He had no clue. It just felt right.
He silently prayed it would finally work.
You looked over the notes a few times, processing each bar and note.
"Ready?" He asked. You nod, your eyes not tearing away from the sheet music.
He began playing first and eventually you followed along.
So far so good. He thought
The song began to form a sweet and beautiful melody that resonated around the room. Both hands working together in harmony.
It was reaching the part where Kun would always fail but both of you went through it swiftly, not a mistake in sight. Kun's eyes widened as he couldn't hide his wide smile.
Y/N was too focused on the song to realise her partner's reaction. As the song came to an end, both bodies began breathing heavily, as if they were dancing together.
Kun turned to you with a full-blown smile. "I don't think we'll need that much practice. That was incredible!" He cheered.
You laughed at your professor's cute reaction. "Surprisingly, yes. We did quite well for a first try." You agreed.
Kun couldn't believe it. All this time, he was struggling to play this song alone or with someone else when really all he needed was you.
"This calls for a celebration!" He clapped. He ran out of the studio, stopping by the door "Wait here!" He said excitedly.
You giggled as you watched him run off somewhere. You sat in the studio, looking around and realising that soon, you won't be coming here anymore.
You won't be having music evaluations all the time, or you won't get to play together as a class anymore.
And most importantly, you won't get to see Kun anymore.
Your heart suddenly clenched at the sudden thought, you placed a hand on your chest and rubbed it to ease the tight feeling.
Although Kun was your professor, he has always been more to you.
An older brother? A friend? A guardian angel?
He would always listen to whatever you had to talk about, he basically knew everything about you except for your family situation.
"Snacks for my prized student!" He ran in, bags of different kinds of snacks in hand.
You let out a loud laugh, watching as he ran in.
He sat down on the floor and opened the bags and placed it towards you. "Here you go!"
Both of you began chowing down on the junks and you noticed how it was a bit too quiet for your liking.
"Wanna play 20 questions?" You suggested. He nodded, "sounds good." He popped a chip into his mouth. "You go first." He said.
"Okay… your favourite time of the year?" You asked. He thought about it and snapped his fingers, "I really enjoy the springtime. Everything is in bloom and the weather is just right." He explained.
"Alright, how are you always arriving to class so much earlier than everyone else?" He asked.
You took a piece of popcorn, "Uhm… I just like to get out of my house as fast as possible." You uttered. Kun's playful expression soon changed to a more serious and worried one.
"What do you mean by that?" He asked. You threw a piece of popcorn to him. "That's two questions, sir. My turn first." You joked. He rolled his eyes playfully as he threw a piece of popcorn in the air and catching it with his mouth.
"Your thoughts on soulmates and the process of finding them." You asked.
Kun straightened up. This topic has always been a bit touchy for him and it wasn't because he doesn't believe in it but it's because he can't find his soulmate mark. He's checked every inch of his body and it was nowhere to be seen.
"I think… soulmates are a fascinating concept. Just the thought that there's someone out there for you who will make you feel whole and loved till the end of your days is just so beautiful."
"As for the process, I wish it was easier. I wish it was something more noticeable, y' know?"
You stared at Kun. You've never seen this side of him and you're glad you did. Kun played around with his shoelaces, a simple and cute action.
"Okay, my turn. Same question, why do you like leaving your house early?" He asked.
You sighed, "I promised myself not to drag you into this but since you asked," you breathed out. "My relationship with my dad and step-mom is kind of… awkward." you started.
"You see, it's not like they're mean to me or anything, it's just that I wasn't really close to my dad, to begin with, and he married a lady two years ago and well, it's especially worse whenever he leaves for trips." You explained.
"And whenever I do see my dad, it's always about work. It's really difficult for me to hold a proper conversation with them." you drank a bit of Sprite.
"So, in short, you don't hate them, you're just not close to them…?" He asked. You nodded, "Basically."
"Ah, I see." He continued. "What's your stepmom like?" He asked.
You shrugged, "She's nice and all but I've never experienced a proper mother and daughter relationship so maybe that's why it's a bit hard for me to accept her. The only motherly figure I had was my grandma."
He nodded, "That's understandable but you should give her a chance. Maybe get to know her a bit. She could be a great person." He suggested.
You shrugged, "One day, I'll try." You said. He nodded, “Slowly but surely, Y/N.”
Many questions later and soon both of you were sprawled on the floor, full of junk food.
"I feel so… bloated." You said. He burped, "Yeah." He agreed.
You turned over to face him, "If someone were to pass by, they'd think we're friends and not teacher and student." You joked.
His brows furrowed as he turned to face you, his face slightly closer to yours.
"Aren't we friends though?" He turned to you. You stared into those beautiful, brown eyes and smiled softly.
All this time, you never knew Kun saw you as a friend. You always just thought he saw you as a friendly student but now that he said that, you couldn't help but feel your heart swell.
"Yeah, I guess we are."
You reached home, your body still feeling a little giddy from earlier. You didn't know what it was but the way he stared at you made you feel a certain way.
Before opening the door, you sighed. You began patting your face.
"Y/N, he probably has a soulmate and you have yours. We can't ruin the process just because of some stupid crush you have. C'mon girly, push those feelings aside for now. He's just being friendly." You told yourself.
Walking into the house, you heard the same Italian opera but this time you heard laughter. You walked towards the laughter and saw your father and stepmom slow dancing.
You wanted to leave them to it but you couldn't help but watch. Something about the way your father was softly caressing her hair as she rested her head on his chest made your chest warm a little.
"Oh Y/N!" Your stepmom noticed your presence.
"Uh hi." You waved. Her cheeks were turning a soft shade of pink while your dad couldn't help but laugh.
"No, no, keep going. Don't let me be the reason for you guys to stop. I'll be upstairs." You teased lightly as you walked up. You turned on your computer and waited for Jaemin and Renjun.
"Hey bubs, how was practice?" Renjun asked.
You sigh, a longing looks evident on her face, “It was good."
Kun reached home excitedly, wanting to tell Sicheng about Y/N.
"Dong Sicheng!" He called. Sicheng who was working in the kitchen peeked through the walkway, "Oh hey Kun." He walked towards Kun, keeping his glasses in his pocket.
Kun gave Sicheng a big hug, "it worked, Y/N helped me finish the song." He said. Sicheng smiled and patted Kun's back.
Kun began telling Sicheng about everything that happened and Sicheng noticed how there were crows feet forming at the side of Kun's eyes and how he was smiling so much.
And Kun wasn't just talking about the earlier events but he was talking about how amazing you are, as a person.
Sicheng grinned and thought to himself, for the first time ever, Kun actually likes someone.
"So, he got your snacks after class? That's so nice!" Jaemin pouted.
"I'll buy you snacks, love." Minseo kissed his cheek.
Renjun made a face, "I've never felt more single." He sighed.
You let out a laugh, "It's okay, me too." you reassured Renjun. Jaemin smacked Renjun on the back, “Dude, don’t worry she’s out there somewhere! You just gotta keep hoping and never stop believing” Jaemin gave him a side hug, “Also, here!” he gave a fat kiss on Renjun’s cheek.
“OH MY GOD JAEMIN, WHY?” Renjun screeched. Jaemin grinned, proud of himself, “You needed some love and I gave it.” he said.
Minseo looked at you and you turned to her, shaking your head. “Do you now know what I have to deal with every day?” you pointed. Minseo giggled and nodded, “They are quite a handful.” she agreed.
“You too, Y/N. Don’t give up, be patient, and hope for the best.” Renjun finally pushed Jaemin’s face away and smiled. The corner of your lip raised slightly.
“AND BY THE BEST, HE MEANS PROFESSOR QIAN!” Jaemin pushed Renjun out of the frame.
You groaned and gave yourself a facepalm, “Really, Nana?” you shook your head.
Just as you were going to continue, you heard a faint knock on your door.
“Come in.” you press mute on your mic. Your stepmom walked in with a plate of cookies.
“Hi, dear. I made these earlier. I thought maybe you’d like to try some.” she handed the plate to you. You smiled softly, “Thank you, Lilian.” you thanked her. Her eyes widened and she tried to hide her wide smile.
“I’ll be in the kitchen if you need anything, okay? Your father had gone to play golf with a few friends.” you chuckled, “What’s new?” you joked and she laughed along.
The door closed and you turned to the screen, Renjun and Jaemin watching you with their eyes widened and mouths hanging.
“Did… did you just have a proper conversation with her?” Renjun asked, clearly shocked. You shrugged, “She came all the way up here to give me cookies, plus, I was just thanking her.” you bit into one and it was absolutely delicious.
Slowly but surely.
“Kun, this part is a bit confusing. Can we try again?” you asked. Kun nodded and the both of you were playing again and again but something was missing.
It wasn’t the same as the first day and both of you knew it. “What are we doing wrong?” you whispered.
“You noticed too, huh?” he asked, sweat trickling down his forehead. You nodded with scrunched brows. “I don’t get it, we were playing just fine the other day.”
You breathed out and looked over the music sheets. “This is the fifth time we tried. What could it be?”
Kun stood behind Y/N and stared at the piano, he was trying to figure out the solution to this.
A sudden knock scared the both of you, “Mr Qian?”, Mr Micheals, the music therapy teacher peeked into the room.
“Oh, Agus, how can I help you?” he turned. Professor Micheals didn’t seem to realise that you were there.
“I actually need you for a few minutes.” he gave Kun a knowing look. Kun’s eyes widened and he nodded, “I’ll be out in a sec,” he told Professor Micheals.
He turned to you and he gave an apologetic look, “Y/N, I’m really sorry-”
“Wait what, no, no you don’t have to apologise. I’ll figure out what’s wrong with the song.” she smiled cutely.
He poked her cheek and grinned, running out of the studio.
She placed a hand on her cheek, at where he touched. The sudden action causing her to smile shyly, internally squealing.
She began to play the song but this time, it was much worse. On the first day, the song felt light and smooth. It was as if you were in the movie and experiencing all the magic. It was as if you were in the flower field with… him.
But today it was empty and it didn’t give you the same feeling. Why did Kun choose this song?
You decided to play a different song, for the time being. The piano solo played by Victor in Corpse Bride, your favourite.
Kun and Agus were going to walk in when he heard Y/N play a different song. She calmly pressed at the keys, the notes probably engraved in her mind.
Kun recognised the song, it was the song that caught his attention on the first day of class. The morning was cold and he was rather sleepy and would rather like to sleep in but alas, he was in the studio, having an evaluation test that was requested by their previous lecturer.
When he first called out Y/N, he didn’t think too much of her. Yes, she was very pretty and the beige overalls she wore on that day were very cute but that was all.
It was no wonder, everyone seemed so excited to watch her play. She was… breathtakingly stunning.
And throughout that entire class, he looked up to see the young student show her talents. He looked around and noticed how engrossed her peers were as she played the song.
He was expecting to hear a classic but till this day, she has never once failed to surprise her.
Kun watched as she played the same song, just like the first time, her expression was sad and you could tell the song meant something to her. But what?
“She really is a talented student. No wonder you chose her to play along with you.” Agus praised as he too watched by the doorway.
“Yeah, she’s incredible.”
There was a small but growing feeling in his heart that maybe, just maybe, Y/N was always meant to play this song with him all along. He didn’t need anyone else. It has always been her.
But his heart sank at the harsh reality that someone better is out there waiting for her.
“So… why did Professor Micheals call you?” you asked. “Did you get into trouble?” you asked seriously.
He shook his head, “Mr Micheals was just informing me of something.” he waved the topic off.
The walk to the parking lot was quiet, you were going to his house with Jaemin and Renjun a bit later.
He walked you to your motorbike and you turned to him, "Thanks for walking me." You thanked him. He nodded, "it's the least I could do since I made you stay back." He said.
You were going to get on but you turned to him. "We'll figure it out. I know we will." You looked at him with determination.
"That's what I like to hear. I'll see you soon, Y/N." He spun on his heel and walked to his car.
You smiled to yourself and wore your jacket and helmet. You made an order this morning at Kun's favourite noodle place across town. He told you he loved going there but he never had time to go. You thought it would be a nice surprise.
You weren't planning on staying home for long, just needed a quick shower and a change of clothes.
"I'm home." You shut the door. Lilian walked in, wiping her hands with a towel.
"Welcome home, dear." She said before massaging her head softly.
You walked towards her, "Are you alright?" You hesitantly asked. She nodded, "Of course, dear." She smiled.
"Are you sure? I have some medicine in my room if you'd like?" You offered. She shook her head, "I'm fine, Y/N. Just a little dizzy."
You nodded, "Where's dad?" You asked. She sighed, "He had to attend a meeting in town."
She looked down at the bags of food in your hands.
She pointed at them, "I'm guessing you're going to Jaemin and Renjun's?" She grinned.
You shook your head, "It's a different friend. He and his housemates recently got a dog and he asked if we'd like to visit." You explained.
She nodded and smiled, "I see. Well, tell the boys I said hi and be safe, okay?" She smiled one last time before turning around to the living room.
You smiled, slowly but surely.
You walked to the kitchen counter and took out the two tupperwares of noodles you got for them. You got your dad's favourite beef noodle soup and potato and beef noodles.
You took a post-it and wrote,
"bought you guys some food! I hope you like them, I might be home a bit late. :))"
You ran to your room and took a quick shower and changed into a black turtleneck and tucked it into a pair of high waisted, beige pants.
You wore the necklace your dad bought for you and let your hair down.
You looked at yourself, pretty proud of the look. Your eyes glanced to your medicine box. You smiled and took out the medicine that has helped you for coughing and headaches. You took your bag and skipped down the stairs. You walked back to the kitchen and placing the medicine on the note.
You grabbed the food and placed it in between your legs as you started your motorbike.
You heard the chatter and laughter outside their house and pressed the doorbell.
The door opened and you were greeted by Yangyang.
"Yangyang!" You squealed as you attacked him in a hug.
"Hey, Y/N! Come on in, Jaemin and Renjun just arrived." You walked in and saw that everyone was preparing the food.
"Everyone, Y/N is here!" Yangyang announced.
Yukhei came running for you, picking you up and twirling you around. You laughed loudly, "Ah, it's good to see you again!" Yukhei gave one last squeeze.
"I haven't seen you guys in so long." You smiled at the noisy but welcoming atmosphere.
Xiaojun came in, Bella in his arms while Louis was playing around Hendery's feet.
You squealed, "Oh my god, she's so small!" Xiaojun handed her to you.
You gave the puppy kisses, earning an adorable whine. You awe and tickled her little round belly.
"Okay, who is ready for some- Woah." Kun walked out of the kitchen, looking at you.
He looked at you and his heart did a few turns.
And the fact that you were being extremely adorable with Bella made it even better.
You turned to Kun and waved at him. He wore a navy collared shirt, loosely tucked into a pair of black pants.
You couldn't help but giggle at the pink mittens he was wearing. You placed Bella down and walked up to him.
"Look what I got for you!" You lifted the bag. He gasped, "But their shop is halfway across town!" His eyes widened.
You nodded, "It's a quick trip if you go by motorbike. Plus, take it as a thank you." You handed it to him.
He raised a brow, "what for?" He asked.
"Well, firstly the snacks and well, for being an amazing teacher and friend." You smiled, giving him a hug.
Before Kun could react, you walked to Renjun and Jaemin who were talking to Xiaojun and Yukhei.
His face warmed and he ran to the kitchen where Sicheng was preparing the plates and cups.
"What's up with you?" Sicheng asked. Kun jumped and shook his head, "Nothing, just a bit warm out there."
Sicheng peeked outside and smirked when he saw Y/N.
"Ah, I see. Well, I'll make sure to decrease the temperature then." He said cheekily as he walked out.
Soon all of you were sitting around the living room and chowing down on all the good food.
"Whoever made this, can I marry you?" You muttered without thinking.
Kun's eyes widened. Sicheng began cackling to the point he was coughing.
"Kun made this! It's his speciality." Ten pointed at the beef and vegetable dish on the table. Your mouth fell and you turned to your two best friends who were holding in their laughter.
"Oh, uhm… it's really good!" You smiled awkwardly.
"Thank you, Y/N." Kun looked down, hiding the now obvious red blush on his face.
It was nice seeing everyone talking, eating and overall enjoying each other's company.
You were currently having a nice cup of coffee with Sicheng talking about random topics.
"How's practice going?" He asked. "It's been okay, I guess."
Sicheng placed his mug down, "oh, you don't sound so pleased." He stated.
You shook your head, "no, no. Everything is good but in our recent practice sessions, the music just doesn't feel right." You explained.
"Y'know when you do something and it's perfect but for some reason, you can't do it ever again? That's what's been going on." Sicheng nodded as you spoke.
"I can tell Kun is getting stressed out by it. He tends to blame himself for it but it's not his fault at all. I don't think I'm the right person for this." You continued.
Sicheng turned and saw Kun playing a board game with Jaemin and Hendery.
He sighed and turned to you, "I don't know if he ever wanted to tell you this but… he's been stressed out over this song even before you played it together."
You tilt your head to the side, "What do you mean?"
"Kun hasn't been able to play this song by himself or with anyone else. It's like a block, he can't pass it no matter what."
"He had played it with a few other people, including myself but it never worked."
"So, when I suggested playing it with you, he wasn't so hopeful at first. It's not because he doesn't believe in you but it's because he genuinely thought he could never play this song. When he came home telling me that you were the right person, he was beyond happy."
"Y/N, you are the right person." He placed a hand on your shoulder.
You parked your motorbike out at the garage and walked in. After the little talk you had with Sicheng, it made you think. Why am I so special? How come it only worked with me?
You walked into the house and stopped dead in your tracks. You spotted Lilian unconscious in the living room.
"Oh my god, Lilian!" You ran to her, dropping your bag on the floor. You began slapping her face lightly, trying to wake her up.
She was still breathing but it was very slow. You quickly called an ambulance. They gave you instructions to try and wake her up but nothing seemed to have worked.
Soon, you heard the sirens outside your house and the paramedics ran in.
"How long has she been unconscious?" They asked. You shook your head, "I-I don't know. I just got back." You stuttered.
They took her out and you follow behind on your motorbike.
She was brought into the ER and you were told to wait outside. You quickly called your dad, freaking out.
"Hello? What's the matter?" Your dad asked, slightly annoyed.
"D-dad… please come to the hospital. Something happened to Lilian."
He was silent before he hung up. You waited and waited and waited. No one has come out to tell you what happened.
Your dad rushed in, looking everywhere.
"Dad!" You ran to him.
For the first time in years, your dad gave you a proper hug.
"Where is she? What happened?" He asked.
"The doctors are still checking up on her." You said.
"Miss Y/N?" You heard someone call you. You turned and pulled your dad with you.
"Yes, that's me." You declared.
"Well, the good news is she's awake. She experienced a sudden drop in her blood pressure. Do you know if she's had that problem before?" The doctor asked.
You shook your head, so did your dad. "Well, it would be best if she stays in the hospital for a while. We would just like to observe her since she's never had this problem before." He informed him.
"Ah, thank you, doctor." You bowed a little.
Your dad turned to you as soon as the doctor left.
"Why didn't you call me sooner?" He asked, pain in his voice.
"I came home and she was already on the floor." You said. Before you explained further, your dad turned you to face him.
"What? You weren't at home?" He asked, his face hardening.
"Well, yeah. I got home and I even bought you guys food. I told her that I was leaving and she told me to stay safe." You explained.
"Was she already different before?" He asked.
"She did complain about a headache but she told me not to worry about it." You added.
Your dad's brows furrowed, "You're telling me you left her alone even when you already noticed she wasn't feeling well?" He raised his voice.
"Y-yes. She said I could go." You tried to reason.
"That doesn't matter, Y/N! That was very irresponsible of you. What would've happened if it was worse, huh? Gosh, you only think of yourself." He yelled.
"I get it, you don't like her but seriously, this bad?!"
Some people were already looking at you. "Dad, please not here. People are staring." You whispered.
"Do I look like I care? How could you do that, Y/N?" He grabbed you by the arm.
Your eyes turned glassy, blurred by the tears. You were angry but also sad at the fact that he somehow twisted it to be your fault.
"You wanna lecture me about being selfish? What about you? You went out to play golf with your friends! You're barely home, to begin with, and when you are you don’t care about us, About me!" You yelled back.
"Don't you ever think about how I feel, huh? You came home on my birthday, suddenly announcing you were getting married again and you didn't even ask if I was okay with that!"
"I don't even feel like I'm at home anymore. I wish grandma was still alive so I could've lived with her instead of being stuck the both of you." You pulled your arm away. "At least, she actually loved me. You could've at least pretended like you actually cared and not just use me to brag to your friends."
"Y/N…" he sounded hurt, maybe a bit regretful but you didn't care.
"No, don't. Just leave me alone. That's what you're good at, right?" You hissed as you ran out of the ER.
You got onto your motorbike, starting it with tears streaming down your face.
"I can't go home." You muttered.
You stopped by a building and called Jaemin.
The number you're trying to reach is currently busy. Please try again.
You pressed Renjun’s number this time and it was the same.
Whose place could you stay at for now?
Then suddenly, the very person you knew you needed the most popped up on your mind.
You pressed his number, silently praying he'd pick up.
"Miss me already?" He answered in a playful manner. You let out a sigh of relief.
"Kun?" Your voice broke a bit.
Kun shifted from his seat. "Y/N… what's wrong?" He asked, noticing the sound of sniffling.
"I… can I come over?" She asked.
"Of course, where are you? I'll come to get you." He stood up.
"N-no, it's okay. I'll be there in a few minutes. I need to get some stuff anyway."
She hung up and Kun immediately ran to the guest room. Hendery and Xiaojun who were up were curious about the noise and checked on Kun.
"Everything okay here?" Hendery asked.
"Y/N's staying over." Was all Kun said as he replaced the bed sheets and pillowcases.
"Wait what? Is that allowed?" Xiaojun asked.
Kun stopped whatever he was doing and thought about it.
"No… it isn't but she sounded like she needs help and I hope you guys are okay with that."
"Oh dude, of course, we are. I'm just worried that it would affect both of you, y' know since she's your student." Xiaojun explained himself.
Kun had forgotten that Y/N was his student. They were both so comfortable with each other, they just sought like close friends.
"Thanks, Xiaojun." He smiled. "And we just have to pray nobody finds out."
Xiaojun and Hendery helped Kun tidy the room up when Sicheng suddenly walked in.
"What's going on?" He asked, clearly confused.
"Y/N is coming." Hendery simply answered as he pulled the bed sheet to straighten it.
Sicheng turned to Kun. "This late?" He crossed his hands over his chest.
"Yeah, seemed pretty serious." He replied.
Sicheng smirked again, "I see, I see. No funny business, now Kun." Sicheng turned around as he walked out.
Wait for what? He paused.
"How did you - oh fuck." He plopped on the bed. Was he that obvious?
Xiaojun cocked his head and turned to Kun, who was really questioning everything.
"No…" Xiaojun covered his mouth. "NO FUCKING WAY!" he said.
"Can you quiet down?" Kun smacked his shoulder.
"THIS MAKES ME WORRY EVEN MORE." he pointed at Kun.
Hendery who was still confused finally caught on. "OH MY GOD, YOU LIKE HER DON'T YOU?" Hendery screamed. "Why didn't you tell us?" He asked as he giggled.
"Because I knew you'd react that way." He sighed as he rubbed his face.
"Whatever, we'll talk about this another time. She'll be here anytime now and-" they froze as the doorbell went off.
Kun pushed Hendery out of the way and ran down the stairs.
He quickly opened the door and his heart dropped.
Y/N's was clearly red and puffy from crying, she had some makeup smudged and she looked like she could barely talk.
Kun pulled her into the house, giving her a tight hug.
This was the second hug they shared in one day. The first one was quick and barely meant anything but this one, was warmth and worry.
"C'mon." He tried to pull away but Y/N pulled him back and wrapped her hands around his waist.
"Wait… a bit longer please." She whispered. Kun sighed and hugged her even tighter.
He placed his chin on the top of her head while she rested her cheek on his warm chest.
She finally pulled away and looked up. "Thank you." Was all she said.
He pushed a strand of hair behind her ear, "Anything for you." He smiled.
Both of them walked up to the guest room and Kun let her settle in.
Kun walked into his bedroom, sitting on his bed before finally lying down.
So many thoughts were going through his head but he had to wait for her to open up when she was comfortable enough.
You heard the soft chatter and bustle downstairs and you thought it was best to get up and freshen up a bit.
You looked into the mirror and hissed at your appearance. Your eyes had gotten red and puffy from all that crying. You didn’t even bother washing your face before passing out.
Kun had prepared quite a big breakfast since it was the weekend. Yukhei walked in, still in a robe as he yawned.
“There’s so much food!” he said excitedly. Sicheng drank his tea, “We had a late-night guest and Kun wants her to feel very welcomed.” Sicheng opened the newspapers and crossed his legs.
Kun came behind Sicheng and smacked the back of his head, “Quit it, yeah?” he said with clenched teeth.
“Can’t help it, Kun. It's the first time you’ve ever liked a girl. The best part is that all of us know her.” Hendery defended Sicheng as he grabbed a piece of toast.
“Woah, Woah, Kun likes someone? And we’ve met her? And she’s here?” Yukhei questioned. Hendery nodded and Sicheng smirked.
Kun groaned, “Seriously guys? Stop it, it’s never gonna happen.” he waved his spatula in the air.
“Who is it?” Yukhei whined.
“How are you so sure it will never happen?” Sicheng countered.
“Because she doesn’t feel the same? And it’s wrong in many ways like firstly, I’m her lecturer and two, she probably has a soulmate.”
“Who is it??” Yukhei kept asking, jumping around in his seat.
“How is it wrong if it’s true love?” Hendery replied.
“Because it would be true love if it went both ways. She doesn’t like me like that, now drop. It.” Kun said seriously.
“FOR FUCK SAKE WHO IS THIS GIRL?” Yukhei finally stood up and yelled.
“What’s going on?” they heard a small voice. Yukhei turned around and froze.
He slowly turned to Kun, shock evident in his face. He began stuttering and pointing at Y/N.
Before he could say anything Xiaojun swiftly covered his mouth and pulled him to the kitchen. Kun smiled awkwardly, “Uhm, I’ll go get the rest of the food.” He scratched the back of his neck before running into the kitchen.
Upon Kun’s arrival, Yukhei began to freak out.
“KUN, WHAT THE FUCK?” Lucas nearly screamed before the two other shushed him.
“I know but it’s complicated, okay?” Kun replied back.
“No, I meant WHAT THE FUCK WHY DIDN’T YOU TELL ME SOONER?” he repeatedly smacked Kun on the back.
“How come they got to know before I did?” he asked, slightly offended.
“Wh..what?? You’re mad because of that?” his shoulders drooped. Yukhei nodded, “Yeah man. I always had a feeling that there was something going on between the two of you. Like, have you seen the way both of you interact?”
Kun sighed as he leaned against the counter, “I thought you were disappointed in me.” Kun confessed.
“Why would I be disappointed? I mean, I’m lowkey worried if you get fired but you’re both grown adults, you’re only four years older than her. Plus, what if she was your soulmate?” Yukhei questions.
Kun looked taken aback. If Y/n was his soulmate, he was pretty sure they would’ve realised by now.
“Don’t give me hope,” Kun muttered.
“No, seriously think about it. What if Y/N do like you too but you can’t see it? Stop putting yourself down like that.” Yukhei walked up to Kun and placed a hand on his shoulder.
“Thanks, Yukhei but I highly doubt it. Now, c’mon before they get curious.” he walked out.
Y/N bit into the slice of buttered toast and hummed at the warm and melted butter.
“You okay, kiddo?” Sicheng rested his arms on the table.
You shrugged, “I don’t know. I’m pretty sure I won’t be able to go back home for a bit.”
“Hey, it’s okay. Just stay here until you feel ready to go back.”
“Thank you, Sicheng.” you smiled warmly.
Kun finally walked out and this was the most casual you’ve ever seen him. He wore a white sweater paired with black sweats.
“Morning.” he greeted. You smiled, “Morning, Kun.” he took the seat next to yours.
“So, what do you guys usually do on the weekends?” you asked.
Hendery shrugged, “we usually hang out and do our own thing. Sometimes, we go out together.” you nodded, chewing slowly on your toast.
“We weren’t planning on doing much this weekend though. So it might get a bit boring.” Yukhei mentioned.
“It’s alright. I’ll probably play with Bella and Louis if I’m bored.” you smiled.
“You can call Jaemin and Renjun if you like,” Sicheng added.
“Oh no, they’ve gone to Jaemin’s hometown for the weekend. Jaemin wanted to introduce his soulmate to his parents,” you said. “Renjun followed for support.”
The men all awed, “That’s really nice. Tell him we wish him good luck.” Hendery exclaimed.
You began talking with everyone comfortably, smiling and laughing once in a while.
Kun smiled at how perfectly you fit into this situation. Having breakfast with him and his best friends, chatting about, quite sleepily.
And it made him wonder, would life be this great if Y/N stayed in it?
Y/N turned to Kun who was adding his inputs once in a while, chuckling along to whatever joke Yukhei had made. Smiling and shaking his head once in a while with his messy hair and black slippers.
Her mind began to drift into thinking of how nice her life would be if Kun was in it. Not just until graduation but for much, much longer.
You liked him and you were too scared to admit it because you were scared of rejection and being pushed away once someone better comes along in his life.
It was your second week there and you were adamant on paying rent but the boys didn’t allow it. Instead, you pay in the form of doing chores. The boys had stopped you several times but they gave up after realising there was nothing stopping you. You and Kun also continued with practice but you still faced the same problem.
You were currently studying at the dining table when Kun walked downstairs.
“Hey, what are you studying?” he sat next to you.
“Music history and therapy.” you sighed as you looked at him. At this point, both of you were comfortable to the point of cuddling on the sofa while watching movies or him letting you borrow his hoodies.
And to be honest, you don’t want things to change.
“Do you need help?” he asked. You shook your head, “I’m good. Also, Kun can we continue practising later?” you asked.
He hummed, “If you mean tonight, then sure.” he stood up.
You looked at him in confusion, “I actually wanted to practice after studying.” you suggested.
“Ah, no can do, Y/N. we’re all going out.” he grinned.
“Oh, where are we going?” you asked. You got up. He wiggled his eyebrows, “You’ll see~ Just wear something casual.” he walked back up.
“So, nobody is telling me where we’re going?” you asked. Kun shook his head, “Nope! It’s a surprise.” he grinned as he drove.
Yukhei and Ten sat behind, laughing among themselves.
“Do you realise something?” you asked. He hummed, “What?”
“Study week is a week from now,” you said.
He turned to you and nodded, “What about it?”
“It means, I’m gonna be graduating soon,” you added.
“Aren’t you happy about that though?” he smiled. You shrugged and faced the window.
“I don’t know really. I mean, besides studying, I had a great time.” Kun snorted at your previous comment.
“I have two amazing best friends, my classmates weren’t problematic and I have a pretty cool teacher who cares about me alot.”
Kun grinned smugly, “Ah, who is this ‘pretty cool teacher, eh Y/N?” he turned to you.
You thought about it, “Madam Lim, without a doubt.” you joked.
Kun’s face dropped and he began to pout, “Ah, I see. Well, I guess your rant the other day doesn’t mean much to you anymore, huh?” he replied.
You gasped, “Oh no, I’m still mad about her calling me out like that.” you smirked. He rolled his eyes causing both of you to laugh.
“I’m gonna miss you,” you said. Kun’s face soften,
“You can always visit, y’ know? I’m pretty sure you’re an honorary roommate now.”
“Mhm, that’s true,” Yukhei said.
“Definitely.” Ten added.
“Thanks, guys.” you turned behind.
“It’s not gonna be the same y’ know?” you sighed. “I see you almost every day. Even when I don’t have class, I’ll always bump into you.”
He sighed and smiled, “I know, Y/N. I’m gonna miss you and your large appetite.” he took one hand off the steering wheel to pat your head. You giggled, “I like head pats.”
He raised a brow, “You do? Well, I should pat your head more often.” he smiled.
You giggled and shook your head.
You thought about your life after uni. You’ll have to find a job, hopefully, move somewhere.
But the worst of all, you won’t get to see Kun as much as you’d like to. Your heart hurt at the thought. He’s been there for you ever since he came to teach and you couldn't imagine life without him in it.
“We’re here!” Ten points. To your right, you saw bright and colourful lights and your eyes widened. You grabbed his arm, “Are we… at the lantern festival?”
He nodded proudly, “I remembered you told me your grandmother used to bring you but he stopped. I thought it would be nice to bring you.” he chuckled.
“KUN!” you whined cutely, “That’s so sweet. I can’t believe you remembered.” he couldn’t see it but you were blushing like crazy.
Kun rolled up his black sweater sleeves, turned and placed a hand behind your headrest to park.
With the beautiful lights reflecting onto his face, he looked like he jumped out of a romantic drama.
You felt incredibly small when he did that and the only thing going through your head was,
Oh my god, that’s so hot
Ten and Yukhei cheered as they ran out of the car. Kun turned back and unbuckled his seatbelt.
He turned to you and waved his hand in front of your face, “Y/N? We’re here.” he said.
“Huh?” you snapped out of your trance, “Oh, we’re here.” you looked around.
He chuckled and nodded, “Yeah, we are.” Kun opened his door and walked over to yours. He opened the door and held his hand out. You grabbed it and got out.
The other boys waited for both of you.
Sicheng and Yukhei nudged each other, giggling. Kun narrowed his eyes, signalling for them to stop.
“Hey, what’s so funny?” you asked innocently. Sicheng shook his head, “Nothing, Yukhei just pointed at something funny.” Sicheng answered calmly.
Yangyang and Ten were jumping out of excitement, they were already running around and looked around in awe, amazed at the colourful lights.
You walked side by side with Kun, reminiscing the times you walked around with your grandmother.
“I remembered having so much fun and grandma had to chase me around because I would run off without her realising,” you mentioned.
“Ah, your poor grandmother’s kneecaps.” he hissed. You lightly bumped into him, “She was a strong old lady. She’d wack, my dad if she had to.” you chuckled.
“Do you remember the song I played on the first day of class?” you asked.
He nodded, “Yeah, it was from The Corpse Bride right?” he asked
“Yeah, well that was my favourite movie when I was a kid. My grandma taught me that song.” you reminisced.
“Could you believe that was the first-ever song I learnt? She was tough but loving. I basically started playing with songs from movies.”
“But nowadays, I can’t watch that movie without crying. I miss her alot,” you said.
“She would be very proud of you, Y/N.”
“I hope she is.”
You admired the beautiful lights and lanterns. Families and couples were enjoying themselves. Kids were all running around, even Yangyang and Ten.
Kun kept looking at her, “Y/N, do you plan on going back home?” he asked, a bit more serious than usual.
You eyed him, “Planning on kicking me out, sir?” you asked.
“No, I like having you around but… why did you leave, exactly?”
Y/N hasn’t opened up about what had happened and he thought it was best to finally ask.
“Hmm, how about I tell you later when we’re practising?” you sighed, “I’d like to enjoy this.”
“Of course, whenever is fine.” Kun smiled and they continued walking around.
The boys were all pushing and playing around, you and Kun just watched from behind.
“This is really nice.” you breathed in.
“Yeah, it is.”
“Kun, they’re lighting lanterns!” Yangyang called.
“Shall we?” he pointed. You nodded enthusiastically, grabbing his hand and running to the area.
“C’mon, write a wish!” Hendery pointed at the lanterns.
You and Kun paid for your lanterns and began writing.
Everyone began hanging your lanterns on the wall, alongside the hundreds of other lanterns.
“What did you wish for?” he asked. You shook your head, "It won't come true if I tell you, dummy." You teased.
You looked around and sighed, "Sure is beautiful, isn't it?" You smiled softly.
"Yeah, it is."
As your eyes were on the colourful lanterns, his were on you, the entire time.
"Okay, we'll do one round and we'll continue another time, okay?" You offered.
"Sounds good. I'm pretty sleepy, not gonna lie." He yawned.
Both of you sat closely, breathing in and beginning in sync.
Still no changes. You shrugged, "It's okay. We still have more time." You smiled.
He sighed, quite disappointingly.
You nudged him, "I think it's time to tell you about what happened with my parents."
"Well, before the potluck, my stepmom mentioned her having a headache but she told me I could, y' know to go for the potluck anyways. Well, she fainted due to low blood pressure and my dad decided it would be better if he blamed it on me."
Kun's eyebrows furrowed, clearly irritated.
"All I want is to be loved. Yes, I have Jaemin and Renjun but I don't know what familial love is and it sucks because I want to know what it feels like to have a loving family but I don't know what family is…" a tear fell from your face.
Kun immediately pulled you in for a hug, stroking your hair gently.
"Hey... hey. I'm here, I'm here." He whispered.
"My dad was never there for me and my mom passed away before anything happened in my life. I just… I feel so lonely." You said. "Maybe I was destined to be alone forever."
Kun pulled you so you were facing him. He stroked your cheek with his thumb, "Listen to me, you're not alone. You have amazing friends who are willing to do anything for you. And I hope… someone special will come into your life and show you what love and family truly is." He ended.
"Kun, I don't even think I have a soulmate." You coughed.
"What? No, Y/N everyone does. You just need to be patient." He kissed the top of your head lightly.
You sobbed even harder, "I don't even have a soulmate mark, Kun." You admitted.
Kun's heart dropped, he thought he was the only one who couldn't find his mark.
He breathed in and faced you again, "Y/N, did you know that yellow is the rarest colour for soulmates to achieve?" He asked.
You looked up, "What?"
He nodded and hugged you tighter than before. He placed his chin on your head and rubbed your back.
"It is stated that soulmates who get the colour yellow are said to be so perfect, it's impossible to ever separate them because they have achieved true happiness, together with each other. With normal people, you could easily bump into your soulmate on the street and have no idea who they are but with this special group are blessed to have already known their soulmate." He rocked you back and forth.
He looked down and saw that her eyes had shut, sleeping soundly.
He chuckled, "And I wish, you'll meet your soulmate with the colour yellow."
Your exams were going to be for a week, and you were a nervous wreck.
You called Jaemin and Renjun, initially to study but you guys ended up talking.
“Wait, so your soulmate is Jaemin’s childhood neighbour?” you giggled.
“Yeah! We both got red.”
“Red? What were you arguing about?” you asked.
“You won’t believe it, they were fighting over peaches.” jaemin sighed.
“In my defence, she took the ripest one just as I was going to pick it.”
“Only you, Renjun. Only you.” you chuckled.
Jaemin went quiet for a while, his brows furrowing as he looked at you.
"Y/N, where are you?" Jaemin asked. "We've been calling since a few weeks ago and I know for a fact that’s, not your room."
You suck in a breath, "I never mentioned it huh?" You asked nervously.
"Mentioned what, exactly?" Renjun asked. "Bubs, where are you?" He asked, a bit more worried.
"Well, I'm obviously not home because I, uh had a fight with my dad and I'm actually at… kunzhouseh." You mumble at the end.
"What?" Jaemin asked.
"I'm… at kunshouse." You mumbled again.
"Speak louder, woman!" Renjun yelled.
"I’M STAYING AT KUN'S HOUSE!" you finally said.
"WHAT?!" they both said in unison.
"Well, you guys weren't home and well, he was the only person I could think of." You said softly.
"How long have you been staying there?" Jaemin asked.
"...I think we're about to reach a month." You replied.
The two of them looked at you and began screaming.
"AND WHEN WERE YOU GOING TO TELL US THIS?"
"YOU'VE BEEN FULFILLING OUR SHIP AND YOU DIDN'T EVEN TELL US?"
"Guys, calm down!" You panicked.
"HUSH, TELL US EVERYTHING. RIGHT NOW."
You were going to explain your situation when you heard a knock.
"Come in!" You said.
Kun peeked through the door, "Hey, it's dinner time." He said, walking towards your bed.
"Oh my god, is that Professor Qian?" Jaemin asked.
Kun popped up into the screen and waved, "Hey guys." He greeted them.
The two of them were trying their best not to scream and waved back.
"I'll see you downstairs, yeah?" He tapped your shoulder.
"Will do." You replied meekly.
At the sound of the door shutting the two of them began fanboying ridiculously, "I can't believe it, it's actually happening." Renjun panted.
"Whatever, I'll talk to you guys later." You pressed the hang-up button and went down for dinner.
You were washing the plates when you felt someone poke your side. "Shouldn't you be studying?" Kun asked. "Let me do the dishes." He said.
"No, no. You already prepared dinner. It's the least I could do." You said.
"We'll do it together, okay?" He bumped your hip to the side.
"I'll soap, you rinse?" He suggested. You hum and continued washing it quietly.
You suddenly chuckled at a thought.
"What is it?" He asked.
You shook your head, giggling "It's nothing."
“C’mon, tell me.” he bumped his hip with yours.
“I was just thinking of when we started getting close,” you told him.
“Miss Y/L/N, I’m pretty sure that’s the last thing any of your lecturers would like to see.” he stared at the girl who was lying down on the floor of the studio. Y/N jumped at the sudden voice.
“Sorry, sir. I was just listening to a song I wanted to play.” you sat up and pulled your earphones off.
“What song is it?” Kun asked, walking to his desk and putting on his glasses.
“Just some song from a movie.” you packed your satchel and looped it around your body.
He rolled his eyes, “Miss Y/L/N, I would’ve expected a classic from you. It’s a better practice than some… meaningless soundtrack.” he pushed his glasses to sit on the bridge of his nose comfortably.
“Really?” you smirked, slightly taken aback.
“Of course. You’re smart enough to know that you should master the classics first.”
You walked to his table and cocked your head to the side, “I think you’re wrong.” you stated confidently.
“Pardon?” he furrowed his brows and took off his glasses.
“Music is so broad and different, it’s not fair that we only pay attention to one type of genre.”
You replied.
“I’m merely teaching you what my teachers thought me.” he leaned back and crossed his arms over his chest.
“Okay, sir. New lesson, what’s the meaning behind this song?” you jogged to the piano and began playing Fur Elise.
Kun was surprised to hear you play it so professionally.
“So?” you asked.
“Well, it means you don’t need that much practice anymore,” he remarked.
You gave him a look and he raised his hands in defence.
“The song was thought to be written for Therese, a woman that Beethoven wanted to marry in 1810, however, his handwriting was misspelt undergoing transcription, allowing the piece to be known as Fur Elise rather the Fur Therese,” he said cooly.
“Okay, so that’s what you learned right?” you asked.
“Where are you going with this, Miss Y/L/N?” he rubbed his face.
“Now, what’s a movie you watched recently?” you asked.
He thought about it, “How to train your dragon, the second one to be exact.”
You scrunched your eyebrows, “Wow, I didn’t think you liked watching cartoons.” you said.
“My housemates wanted to watch it,” he answered.
“Ah, well perfect actually.”
You began playing For the Dancing and Dreaming, the song Stoik and Valka sang together.
You played the song with two hands, making it sound sweeter than ever.
“That’s the song Stoik sang to Valka. Their wedding song,” he said.
You nodded, “Yes, and what did you remember about this song?” you asked.
“That he promised to love her for eternity.” he finally said. “I really have no idea what you’re doing.”
“Professor, don’t you realise something? Fur Elise was about a man who wrote a song about a girl, who was his student. She declined his proposal and didn’t end up marrying her.”
“But For the Dancing and Dreaming was about a couple who promised their loyalty and love even after they part. Stoic never stopped loving Valka till the end. Both songs had deep meanings behind them and they both had a similar theme. Love. ”
“So, yes maybe classics is what you were thought but why keep it there? What’s so wrong about starting fresh and learning something different? To say that soundtracks are meaningless is quite wrong, the songs usually reflect the stories of the characters.” you smiled at the end.
Kun was speechless, all his life he never delved into playing songs besides the ones he was thought or songs from ages ago. He looked at the student across from him, how did she manage to open his eyes so quickly.
“For a second-year student, you’re very wise,” he admitted.
You shrugged, “I just never understood why we had to keep it the same for so long. Change isn’t always bad, y’ know.”
The following week, Kun was handing out different sheet music to the students.
Everyone’s eyes nearly popped out of their sockets, he had given a piece from Beauty and The Beast.
“How about we change things up a bit, huh?” he smiled at everyone, his eyes especially focusing on you.
“I’m guessing the talk we had stuck with you, huh?” you walked to his desk after class. He arranged some papers, “Yeah, it did. I guess I wanted my lecturers to do the same but they were to old school to change anything. I’m glad you opened my eyes, Miss Y/L/N.” he bowed his head slightly.
“No problem, Mr Qian. and also, you can call me Y/N. I don’t particularly like my last name.” you admitted.
He nodded and raised his hand, “Well, thanks for the talk, Y/N.” your name rolling off his tongue smoothly.
You grinned, “No problem Mr Qian Kun.” his eyes widened,
“How do you know my first name?” the corner of his mouth raised.
“I heard the Dean call you that. Nice name by the way.” you complimented.
“Can I call you Kun?” you asked. He looked quite surprised at your question.
“I… I guess?” he stuttered.
“Great, well nice talking to you Kun!” you turned around.
“Only outside of class!” he commented. You nodded and waved at him from the back.
“You still never listen to me, huh?” he stated.
“What do you mean?” you laughed. He elbowed you gently, “I meant by you always sit with your feet on the table and you call me Kun in class anyways.” he said.
You chuckled, “Yes, I’m guilty.” you confessed. Both of you shared a moment of laughter.
“It’s only with you, though.” you smiled as you rinsed the cup he passed to you.
He soaped the last spoon and handed to you, “What do you mean by that?” he asked, with a raised brow and a curious smile.
“I only sit around like that when it’s only your class and I only call you by your first name.” you took the spoon from him.
“Really? Wow, I should’ve been stricter with you.” he teased. You shook your head and rolled your eyes playfully, “No, I didn’t mean that you weren’t serious enough. I meant…”
“I like you, Kun.”
Kun’s playful manner vanished and he was now facing you, “What?”
“Not as a friend or a teacher. I like you, like alot for a while now.”
Kun’s heart was beating faster than he could ever imagine. She likes him too?
“And I know you might reject me but-” before you could continue, Kun gave you a quick peck on the lip.
You were so shocked about what happened, you instantly froze. Kun pulled back and scratched the back of his neck, “Me too, Y/N. Me too.” he admitted.
You giggled and smiled, you quickly wrapped your arms around his neck and kissed him again, a bit longer this time.
“You have no idea how long I’ve been wanting to do that,” you whispered. Kun smiled and wrapped an arm around your waist while the other hand, held the back of your neck
It felt so natural to be in his arms, to be this close and it felt so perfect.
The next morning, you woke up and got out of bed. As you walked out of the room, you bumped into him.
He looked down and smiled, "Morning, lovely.” he greeted as he pushed a piece of hair behind your ear.
“Mm, good morning.” you wrapped your arms around his waist, resting on his chest.
“How did you sleep?” he asked, placing his hands on your shoulders.
“Like a baby.” you scrunch your nose. He chuckled when you heard a cough behind you.
“Well, I guess we can say that it’s finally official. We’ll see you downstairs.” Yukhei said, pulling along a speechless Yangyang and Ten.
You blushed as Kun wrapped his arms around your head, hiding you from his roommates.
You walked to class excitedly. Today, Kun decided to leave early so that he can drive both of you to uni without anyone catching you.
He yawned loudly, and you giggled. “I’m proud of you for coming early,” you said. He nodded sleepily, “I wanted to take a drive with you.” he smiled.
“And I appreciate the gesture.” you gave him a kiss on the cheek.
You reached the studio and ran to the piano, “Hey, how about a short practice?” you asked.
He agreed and you pulled him to the piano.
You began playing and sadly, still no luck.
You nudged him, “Just ignore it, we’ll be fine.” you leaned your head on his shoulder. He smiled and gently patted your head.
Kun continued yawning and you chuckled, “I’m going to grab a coffee. Do you want one?” you asked. He nodded, “that would be lovely, thank you.”
“Be right back!” you kissed him on the lip and ran out.
You were thinking of how great things were and you prayed they never change.
When you walked back to class, you heard someone else in the class.
You stood outside, not wanting to interrupt.
“Kun, he wants you in Slovenia by the end of the month. I can’t negotiate anymore.” it was Professor Micheals. "If we postpone it, you'll lose this."
“Agus, please. Just by graduation. I promised my students I’ll see them graduate.” he begged.
“Kun, You agreed to resign this job so you could have your own concerts. This is the one time you’re ever getting an offer like this and you’re pushing it away?” he raised his voice.
"I'm not sure I even want to do this anymore." He admitted.
"You can't be fucking serious…" Professor Micheals groaned.
"I found someone and I'm not ready to leave her. I won't do that to her."
"Well, you better figure out if you'd rather pick love or your dreams. Time is running out, Kun. You must hurry."
your heart dropped, and your mind was filled with different thoughts.
He’s leaving?
The class went by and Kun mentioned a few things for the exams before class ended.
Everyone thanked him before leaving class.
"Y/N!" He called.
"Hey, you okay?" He asked, noticing how quiet you went after coming back.
"Uh, yeah. I just don't feel too great." You said.
"Oh no, do you want me to send you home? It'll only take a few minutes." He grabbed your hands.
"No, no. I'll take a cab or something. Your students are much more important." You let go and turned.
"Oh, well if you need anything please tell me." He reminded.
That's strange, She was fine this morning, what happened? He thought.
Kun couldn't wait to get home and snuggle with Y/N.
He was overjoyed when he realised she shared the same feelings as him.
But for now, he'll take it slow and give her all the love she deserved.
He unlocked the door and walked to the kitchen. To his surprise, Y/N was on her phone while eating something.
He hugged her from behind which spooked her a bit.
"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to scare you." He kissed the top of her head.
"It's not a problem." You smiled. Kun stayed in the same position when he noticed what Y/N was looking at.
Apartments in the area
"Why are you looking for apartments?" He asked.
"Well, I'm going to have to move out one day. Might as well get ready soon." You replied. Kun let go of you and sat next to you.
"But you can stay here. Especially since we're… yknow?" He pointed out.
You turned to him, your face slightly guilty.
"Kun… I heard what you were talking about with Mr Micheals." You admitted, avoiding eye contact.
It all dawned on him, that's why she was so quiet.
"Ah…" he furrowed his brows. "How much did you hear?" He asked.
You got up and walked to the sink, "That you'll have to move to Slovenia by the end of the month." You said.
He stood behind you, "Princess, please understand, I'm trying my best to push the date." He reasoned.
"Kun, I do understand. Which is why I'm telling you to go." You said.
Kun stared at you, "What? Y/N, no I'm not gonna leave you. I won't be able to come back for a long time." He said.
"Kun, that's not fair on you! Maybe I'll be happy but what about you? What if things don't work out and you totally missed your chance at being an international musician?" You said.
"Kun, I'm not saying we have to end whatever this is just cause you're moving but if it does happen, at least I know you fulfilled your dreams." You reasoned.
"What's the use of doing it if you're not there with me? What dream if you're not in it?" He said, his voice broke.
"Kun, are you hearing yourself? Don't risk things for me!" you raised your voice.
"But I want to! I want to love you and show your love in so many ways. Don't talk about ending it please." He begged.
"Kun, we both know we can't avoid that. like you said to me, you'll have someone out there, far better than me." Tears fell, covering your cheeks.
"Why do you make it sound like you don't want to be with me?" He asked tears on the verge of falling.
"I do! I really do and it breaks my heart knowing that you've worked so hard for this but you're giving it up for me!"
"Then don't tell me to go, not yet."
"Kun…" you whined. He got up, his back facing you.
"No… we're going to talk about this later. We're both frustrated and I don't want to argue." Kun finally said as he walked out of the kitchen.
You fell to the floor, hugging your knees. You didn't know what to do to get through him.
I don't want to be the reason you won't get to fulfil your dreams.
You finished the paper and handed it to Mr Micheals who smiled at you.
You walked out of the class and sighed. That was your last paper of the week. You smiled, relief washing over you.
You also haven't spoken to Kun for a week. He kept pushing the idea of having a soulmate, why won't he accept that he is out there as well?
You walked out of campus when suddenly you heard your name. You turned and sucked in a breath.
It was Lilian. "Y/N, hey." She walked towards you.
"Oh, Lilian. Hi, uh what are you doing here?" You asked.
Well, aint this awkward?
"I wanted to talk to you. Y'know, since you've been gone for almost two months." She stated.
You scatch the back of your neck, "Yeah… I'm really sorry about that."
"No, no. I wanted to ask you why it happened. I don't want to just hear your father's side of the story, that won’t be fair." She said.
She held your hand, "Shall we?" She asked.
You nodded and followed her.
You were awkwardly drinking your tea when she came back to the gable with two slices of cake.
"Here you go. Now, how are you?" She asked.
All this time, Lilian has always paid a lot of attention to you because she actually cared. She didn't completely ignore you after marrying your dad. She made an effort to get to know you.
"I'm…" you were going to lie but your face betrayed you.
"I don't think I'm fine." You admitted. Her face instantly changed to a worried one.
"Oh my dear, what happened?"
You breathed in and told her everything that has happened. She listened to everything closely, not interrupting you at all.
She held your hand and squeezed it gently.
"Y/N, I'm so sorry you had to go through that." She apologised. "You didn't deserve that and your father was being very unfair." She said.
The shock was evident on your face, "Wait… you're not going to side with him?" You asked.
She shook her head, "Your father may be my soulmate but that doesn't mean I have to side with him for everything." She sipped on her coffee.
Your eyes widened and you choked on your tea. "Wh-what? You're dad's soulmate?"
She placed the cup down, "Honey, I thought you knew? That's why we got married so quickly." She passed a tissue to you.
You shook your head, "I'm not close enough with him to tell me anything." You played with the sleeves of your sweater.
You sat down quietly, it made so much more sense now. All this time, you thought she married him for his money.
But you also realised that your mom wasn't his soulmate.
"So, my mom…?" Lilian knew where you were heading and she shook your head.
"I should've let your father tell you this but since I'm not sure when you’re going to see him again."
"As much as your father adored your mother, she wasn't his soulmate. Your mother's father helped your father with his business and in return, he asked for him to marry his daughter."
You breathed out, head spinning a bit. All this time, you thought your mother and father were so deeply in love but in actual fact, they weren't.
And your mother died too early in her life to meet her actual soulmate.
"What's it like? To have a soulmate?" You asked her.
She thought about it and smiled, "Well, you feel… complete. You'll realise that you'll bring the best out of each other and only want to support them and their dreams." At the sound of that, your face fell.
Kun wasn't your soulmate and you didn't understand why he was so against leaving you for his dreams. He has a soulmate waiting for him somewhere and he was ready to risk everything… for you.
No, you couldn't let this happen. You had to leave the house, you had to leave him.
You reached home quickly after meeting Lilian. So far, everyone wasn't back from work yet and you thought that it was the best time to pack up.
Thankfully, you didn't bring alot of things with you so packing was a breeze.
Once everything was in your backpack, you looked over at the empty room that you stayed in. It was a simple room but you found so much joy and love staying in this house.
You suddenly heard a bit of noise downstairs. You froze, scared that it was Kun. You walked out to see Sicheng walking up the stairs.
He hadn't realised your presence so when he saw you he jumped a bit.
"Oh, it's just you." He smiled. But his face fell as soon as he noticed the empty and clean room.
"Y/N, what are you doing?" He asked wearily. You sighed and gave him a hug.
"Don't tell Kun." You whispered. He knew what was happening.
"Why?" He asked. You sighed, "I don't want to do this either. I love staying here with all of you but if me leaving is what it takes for him to go to Slovenia then I'll do it."
"Y/N, i don't think you realise how incredibly selfish this sounds."
You scoff, "How? I want him to do what he wants and suddenly I'm the selfish one?" You raised your voice.
"No Y/N, you're being selfish by leaving without even settling the topic with him." He replied. "Do you think he's going to be fine after all this happens? You're the first girl he's ever loved and how do you think he's going to feel when he realises you’re not home and that you left without even saying anything."
You paused before continuing, "Kun… loves me?" You asked.
"Of course he does! Have you not realised how much he cared for you? Y/N he was willing to give up everything after the two of you got together. Did you think you could hide it? All of us could see the love between the two of you."
You massaged your temples, "Sicheng, you do realise if you stop me from leaving, Kun won't ever be able to leave for Slovenia." You said.
"No, there are other ways you could do this. You don't have to leave him."
"You were going to leave?" A sudden voice scared the both of you.
There he was, eyebags forming under his eyes.
"You were going to leave… without saying goodbye?" He walked closer to you.
"Kun…"
"No, I want to know why you thought that would've been a good idea?" He asked, his voice bouncing off the walls.
"You said you wouldn't leave me so the only way for you to go was if-"
"If you left me?" He asked, his voice showing hurt.
You nodded, too embarrassed to look at him.
"For fuck sake." He sighed, before pulling your hand into your room and shutting the door behind him.
"I swear, they'll be the death of me." Sicheng sighed as he walked into his room.
"We are going to sit in here until we figure out a solution." He said.
"Kun this isn't just because I want you to go. You have a soulmate out there and what if she was in Slovenia, huh?" You asked.
"Y/N, I don't have a soulmate!" He yelled. "Do I look like I have a mark?.\" He yelled.
"W-what?" You stuttered. "You don't have a mark too?"
He sat beside you and held your hands, "Y/N, you make me so happy and I can't imagine life without you."
"But Kun, I can't be happy knowing that you didn't go to Slovenia because of me."
"Then I'll go. We'll do long distance, I'll do everything to make sure we're happy. Just, don't end it please." He hugged you, his head on your shoulder.
You hugged him back, "i won't. Kun, thank you." You said.
"Anything for you. I'm not gonna leave you, ever."
It was the night before Kun's departure and everyone wasn’t feeling too great.
The once lively and happy house had quiet down and had gone grey.
"Guys, this is too depressing for a farewell party." He joked.
"We can't help it. You leaving for a few years wasn't part of the contract of being friends." Yangyang replied.
Everyone snickered at the young man.
He stood up and raised his glass, "I'd like to propose a toast." He said.
"Firstly, I'd like to thank everyone for their support and love all this time. You guys mean the world to me and I wouldn't be able to go without your support."
"Secondly, I'd like to thank Y/N for coming into my life and causing chaos in it." He teased.
You narrowed your eyes and shook your head.
"In all seriousness, I thought I'd never meet someone so talented, caring and well, different. I'm glad you're here." He held your hand and kissed the back of it.
The guys all made kissy noises, Renjun and Jaemin were a sobbing mess.
At that moment, everything felt right. Everything in life was perfect.
He laid down beside you, both of just looking at each other.
“Who knew this would happen,” you whispered.
“I guess fate was kind to us and led us to each other.” he kissed your nose.
You snuggled closer, your face pressed against his chest.
“I don’t want things to change,” you said.
“And it won’t. I promise.”
“Passport?” you asked.
“Yeap.”
“Coat?”
“In my carry on.”
“Phone?”
“Yes, Y/N. now stop worrying.” he chuckled as he kissed the top of your head.
‘I’ll call you whenever I’m free.” he said.
“Don’t worry, make sure you settle in properly then you call me,” you said.
Kun turned to his friends and gave them all big hugs. “I’m gonna miss you guys.”
“We’ll miss you too,” Sicheng said.
“Kun, can you get me chocolates when you go to Belgium?” Ten asked. Everyone laughed, shaking their heads.
He gave you one last hug before walking away.
You turned around when you heard running behind you and when you turned around, Kun pulled you by the waist and gave you a kiss.
The boys all turned away to give you two a little privacy.
He kissed you on your forehead, “I’m gonna miss you, Y/N.” he said.
“I’m gonna miss you too,” you said.
He had walked over to check-in, waving at you all before leaving.
You had your arm looped around Xiaojun and Yangyang when you saw a familiar face.
If you didn't look properly, you wouldn't have been able to recognize him.
“Y/N?”
“Hi, dad.”
The cafe was quiet and small, you sat across from your father awkwardly.
“So, you're going for another trip?” you asked.
He nodded, “Yeah, I’ll be in Japan for some business.” he stated.
“What about you? What are you doing here?” he asked.
“I was sending off a friend,” you replied.
“Is Lilian at home?” you asked. He shook his head, “She’s staying at her sister’s house for a while.”
“Ah, I see.” you nod.
“Y/N?” he called.
“Yes?”
“I’m sorry… for everything.” he bowed his head.
“What?” you wouldn't believe what you were hearing. Your father has never apologised for anything before. Seeing him so vulnerable and sad was so foreign, you didn’t know how to react.
“I wasn't there for you when you needed a dad. I never realised how selfish i was. I thought marrying Lilian was a good idea because you would finally have a mother and you would be happy. I never thought it would create an even bigger gap between us. I’m really sorry i never thought of how you felt.”
“I used to not understand why you always wanted to go to grandmas but then I realised it was because of me. I never became a good father,” he said.
You remained silent, you had no idea what to say or do. You walked over to his side and gave him a short hug.
“Thank you. Thank you for that,” you whispered. He hugged you back, a bit tighter.
“I’ll do my best to be a better father.”
After meeting dad, you got a text from Kun.
Just boarded! I’ll text you when I arrive :)
You smiled and quickly typed,
Have a safe flight! Make sure to get some rest, I’ll talk to you soon.
You took a cab to Renjun and Jaemin’s house. They wanted to celebrate finishing exams and they even brought along their soulmates for you to meet.
The door opened and you were greeted by Minseo.
“Oh my god, Y/N!” she said excitedly, “it’s so nice to finally meet you, in person!” she laughed.
You giggled and waved, “Is everyone here?” you asked, she nodded, “Yeah, we were waiting for you.”
At the sound of your voice, Jaemin came running out of the kitchen.
“Hey, bubs!” he gave you a hug. “Did you just come back from the airport?” he asked.
You nodded, “yeah, Kun’s plane just took off.” you informed.
“Who would’ve known the both of you would get together? Oh yeah, us!” Renjun rested his arm on Jaemin’s shoulder.
“Ha-ha, very funny,” you replied sarcastically.
“But I’m happy and it seems like alot of things are good in life right now,” you answered.
It’s been a few weeks since Kun left and he hasn’t had enough time to call you. With the time difference especially, you couldn’t find the right time to talk to him.
Even his messages were getting shorter and shorter. You sat at the piano in his room and played the song you were going to play with him.
You weren't sure if he was going to even attend graduation and you took the initiative to learn the song as a solo piece.
Sicheng walked in and saw you practising, “Hey, kiddo.” he sat beside you.
“Hi, Sicheng.” you smiled weakly.
“Still no calls?” he asked. You shook your head, “He’s probably really busy. That’s why i’m learning how to play this song alone.” you pointed.
He nods, “That’s good. Well, we’re going to start dinner soon. So, come down when you’re done.”
“Okay, see you later.” you waved.
It was two nights before graduation and it was pretty obvious he wasn’t coming back. He hasn’t even answered any of your messages.
You were slowly losing hope as you laid in your bed, thinking of him.
“Y/N! Can you come down for a sec?” Yukhei called. You begrudgingly went down. You heard chatter before a bunch of shushing.
“What is it?” you rubbed your eyes.
The boys all grinned excitedly, “Well, y’ know how you told us you were going to just wear something you already owned for the dinner?” Xiaojun asked.
“Yes?” you eyed them. “Well, guess whose boyfriend just sent us this?” Hendery pulled a big white box from behind him.
“Wh-what? Kun sent this?” you pointed at the box. All of them nodded excitedly, “Straight from Paris!” Ten remarked.
You smiled happily, knowing that he still does think about you.
You took the box and opened the box slowly.
You let out a loud gasp, you pulled the gorgeous blue dress by its straps.
It was a beautiful flowy gown with a plunging neckline.
Attached to the dress was a note,
You can’t play Merry Go Round of Life without dressing like Sophie, my dear. It's a bit more modern but I hope you love it, Y/N. I'll return soon, I promise.
You sighed dreamily, smiling like an idiot.
“Well, go on and try it!” Ten pushed you to the stairs.
You ran up excitedly and quickly wore the dress. You gasped and awed at its beauty.
The glitter in the dress shined so beautifully and it fits you perfectly. You're surprised Kun knew your size so well. You looked at yourself and squealed.
“Y/N, come down here!” Sicheng called.
You walked out of your room and posed dramatically at the top of the stairs.
“OHHH, LOOK AT HER!” They all praised and hyped you up. You did another pose and screamed.
“It’s beautiful!” you jumped. The boys all gave you a group hug, squealing and jumping together.
“Just dye your hair grey and we’ll be done!” Yangyang said as he showed the box of silver hair dye he bought.
Everyone paused and turned to you, “Wait what?” you asked.“When did he even buy that?” Xiaojun whispered to Yukhei. Yukhei shrugged and walked up to Yangyang, he pushed the box of dye slowly.
“Why don’t we bring her to the salon? Seriously, I don’t trust us to do that,” he said.
“I mean, I think it’s a good idea. It would be nice to change things up a bit.” you sat in between Xiaojun and Sicheng.
“Actually, my friend Darcie used to work at a salon. I could ask her to come over?” Ten suggested.
“That’s actually not a bad idea. Yeah, we’ll go buy the other stuff that she needs and we’ll just do it here,” you said.
“Sounds good! I’ll go call her.” Ten got up and went to make the phone call.
You sighed, “I can’t believe I’m graduating in two days.” you said. “I wish he was here though,” you admitted.
Sicheng wrapped an arm around your shoulder, “There, there. We’ll be there to cheer you on.” he smiled. “Jaemin bought the tickets for us the other day.”
“Thank you, guys.”
“Good news! Darcie’s coming and she has all the equipment at her house. She’ll be coming in an hour.” he declared openly
The guys all waited in the living room, waiting for you and Darcie to finish.
They all instantly got up when they heard the toilet door open.
“Let me introduce to you, the new Y/N!” Darcie announced.
You walked out of the toilet shyly, smiling nervously.
Darcie had done an amazing job, instead of dying your whole head silver, she added silver highlights instead.
The boys gasped, covering their mouths.
“YOU LOOK STUNNING!” Yukhei lifted you up and twirled you around.
“Darcie, you really outdid yourself.” Ten fist-bumped Darcie.
“Let’s take a picture!” Xiaojun took out his Polaroid camera. He set up the camera on the table and all of you posed.
You looked at the picture and smiled fondly, everything was going great in life.
On the day of graduation, you sat at your vanity, curling your hair. Jaemin and Renjun walked in along with Minseo and with Ae Cha, Renjun’s soulmate.
“Hey, Y/N we’re he- OH MY GOD!” Jaemin screamed. “Your hair!” Renjun pushed Jaemin out of the way and gasped.
“Yeah, I wanted to change it a bit.” you chuckled nervously. Minseo came running and she squealed, “YOU LOOK GORGEOUS!” She praised.
“Thank you! You look amazing, Minseo.” you hugged her.
Behind Renjun, you saw another figure. You walked towards her, “You must be Ae Cha! I’m Y/N.” you extended your hand and smile warmly.
She shyly shook your hand, “Hi, nice to meet you.”
All of you spoke for a while when suddenly you heard a knock on the door.
“Y/N, we should be heading out,” Sicheng said. Sicheng wore a navy suit with silver detailing.
“Don’t you look handsome!” you praised. He blushed, “I tried.” he said bashfully.
You sat in the car with Sicheng, Yukhei and Ten who wore their best suits. Ten wore a grey suit while yukhei wore a maroon suit with a floral shirt underneath.
“Are your parents coming?” Yukhei asked. You shook your head, “Dad’s trip got extended and Lilian had to take care of her mom. They did call me earlier though, it was nice.” you told them.
When you reached the ballroom of the university, you were amazed at how they managed to decorate it that well. Everyone definitely wore their best dresses and suits.
You found the table you were all sitting in, you sat down in between Xiaojun and Hendery.
You were just about to have a conversation with Xiaojun when your classmate tapped your shoulder.
“Y/N, you're the first performance after the speech. They need you backstage,” she informed you.
Your face fell, everyone at the table began cheering you on. You kind of received stares but you followed your classmate nervously.
“Ladies and gentlemen, the dinner will soon begin. Please take your seats.” the emcee announced.
The dean of the university was giving his speech and you were looking over your notes.
“Without further delay, I’d like to invite our talented pianist, Miss Y/N.”
You walked onto the stage, where the grand piano stood.
“Miss Y/N will be playing Merry Go Round of Life,” they announced.
“Alongside, rising musician and ex lecturer, Professor Qian!” at the sound of that, your eyes widen and you turn to the other side of the stage.
There he was, you never knew he could be any more handsome. He wore a white shirt and tucked it into a pair of black dress pants. Just like Howl.
He stood beside you, grabbing your hand and pulling you for a bow.
“Kun…” you said, not paying attention to the audience.
“Your hair, it’s just like starlight,” he whispered. “It’s beautiful.” he quoted Howl from the movie.
You couldn't believe he was here, both of you sat down on the bench and breathed in.
“Ready, love?” he asked.
“Now that you're here, I am.” you winked.
You breathed in and began playing.
And just like that, it was as if nobody else was in the room. Both pianists worked together in harmony and the entire ballroom was in awe of the beautiful chemistry between them.
You eyed him and smiled, which he too smiled widely. You continued and for the first time in weeks, you got it.
You played it like the first time. Everything was there, the sweet, the smooth tune and the gentle way it radiated around the room.
Once the music stopped, the room was quiet before the roaring applause began.
Both of you stood up and bowed, holding one another's hands. Your friends were whistling and cheering loudly.
You giggled and faced Kun but your heart stopped.
He was happy that he made it in time to play with her but when he turned he wasn't expecting to see,
Yellow. True happiness.
Both of you stood frozen, his eyes were yellow and so were yours.
Your soulmate mark… was your eyes. That’s why you couldn’t find it.
You ran backstage, pulling Kun with you.
“I love you,” you said before slamming your lips onto his. Kun pushed you gently against the wall, kissing you much more eagerly.
Thankfully, everyone was on the other side of the backstage so you took your time. He pulled you close, hugging your waist while you wrapped your arms around his neck.
You kissed him so close that your whole body curved into his.
You pulled away, both of you panting at the kiss. Your eyes were close for a few moments before you opened them, you placed a hand on his cheek.
“I knew you were meant for me.” he pushed a strand of hair behind your ear. “And i love you too.” he gave you one more peck.
You rested your foreheads against each other, still in each other's arms, happy as ever.
You walked out, hand in hand. Some gave you strange looks but you didn’t care. He was your soulmate and that’s all that matters.
Your classmates were all staring at you, whispering among each other. You caught them whispering so you decided to give Kun a kiss on the cheek.
Everyone’s stopped what they were doing before screaming and squealing. You giggle and pulled him to the table.
“Ah, making it public I see?” Hendery asked.
Both of you looked at each other and smiled.
“Wait… oh my god.” Sicheng realised the look on your faces. Everyone reacted similarly.
“Everyone, this is Kun. My soulmate.” and with that, there were tears of joy, praises and plenty of hugs.
You took a walk at uni one last time, you told everyone you wanted some time to reminisce about your last time there.
You walked into the studio and smiled at the familiar setting. The piano at one corner and the many desks scattered everywhere.
You sat at the piano and thought of all the long practices you had with Kun, those moments that made you closer and closer.
You decided to play one last song, For The Dancing and Dreaming. The song that made you friends in the first place.
You chuckled when you heard the door open.
“I knew you'd be here.” the honey-like voice said. You felt him hug you from the back, resting his chin on your shoulder.
“Just enjoying my last time here,” you said, holding onto his hand.
“I know. I’m gonna miss this place too. So many great memories here.” he sighed.
You turned and faced him, kissing him once more. “Shall we go back?” you asked sweetly.
He nodded, “Yes please, I’m still very jet lagged.” both of you laughed.
When you got up from the bench, you stumbled slightly, a sudden pain shot up from your spine.
You suddenly saw you and Renjun in the studio. Why does that look familiar?
You held onto his hand while you pressed a hand against your head.
“Hey, you okay?” he asked, he held your face in his hands.
“Y-yeah. I’m just feeling a bit dizzy. Let’s go home, yeah?” you smiled.
He nodded and both of you walked out hand in hand.
The drive was quiet, Y/N had fallen fast asleep and Kun was smiling the entire way.
You stretched, opening your eyes.
"Hey, feeling better?" He asked.
You nod, "A bit better."
You could only hear the sound of the air conditioner and the music.
"Kun?" You called.
"Yes, love?" He answered.
"Are you going to go back?" You asked.
He sighed, "I was actually gonna avoid this topic but no, I don't want to. Especially after finding out that you're my soulmate. I never wanna leave you." He held your hand and kissed the back of it.
"B-but…"
"No buts Y/N. I'm staying. I'll continue being a lecturer." He said.
"Kun, be honest, did you enjoy yourself when you were touring?" You asked.
"Well yeah but I enjoy teaching as well so your point is invalid." He replied.
"Kun, I can follow you. I'll travel with you if that means you'll continue." You pleaded.
"I can't believe we're arguing about this again." His hand tightened on the steering wheel.
"We don't have to! Kun, I don't mind following you. We'll still be together!" You said, voice a bit louder than before.
"Yeah and leave your friends? I can't do that to you." He was getting irritated, you could see his knuckles turning white.
"So what? You did it too!" You pointed out.
"That's different." He muttered.
"How? In what way is it different?" You almost yelled.
"It's because I can handle being alone!" He finally yelled back.
"Goddamnit Y/N, I can't go through what happened the other day. If you follow me, you'll only have me. If you stay at home you have the boys, your friends and family."
"Kun, I can always make new friends!"
"Enough! I don't want to he-"
Suddenly, a loud honk was heard and Kun swerved to the side. The last thing you heard was him calling your name and screaming. A weird buzz began tickling your body and suddenly, everything went black.
"Y/N?" You heard a muffled voice. You opened your eyes but it was still black.
"Kun? Kun! Why can't I see?!" You yelled.
"Woah, Woah bubs. You're okay." You heard Jaemin's voice.
"Nana, Where's Kun? Is he okay?" You tried to get off the bed but you fell.
"Y/N!" Renjun yelled, picking you up.
"I can't see, Nana, Injunnie what's going on? Where's Kun?!"
"Baby, who are you talking about?"
It's been a year since you lost your eyesight. You sat in your bed and cried. You lost your soulmate as quick as he came.
"Is she okay?" Lilian asked her husband. He shook her head, "She's been crying every night. I don't know what to do. The doctors still don't know how she lost her eyesight. Renjun said she just fainted." He drank his coffee.
"Sweetie, what about we bring her for a concert? A pianist is coming to town. I think she would enjoy it very much." Lilian suggested.
"That would be nice. Let's go ask her." Both of your parents knocked on your door.
"Sweetie, can we talk?" Your father shook your body slowly.
You wiped your nose, "sure." They helped you sit up.
"Y/N, how would you like to go to a concert? A famous pianist is in town and I think you'll enjoy it very much." Lilian suggested.
You sighed, "What's the use. It's not like I can properly enjoy it." You complained. They both gave you a hug, Lilian rubbing your back gently.
"Baby, you haven't gone out in ages. Jaemin and Renjun miss you alot." Lilian said.
"Please? I think you'll love it." Your dad asked once more.
You groaned, "Sure. Why not?" You agreed.
Renjun and Jaemin immediately gave you a hug. You missed seeing their faces so much and just seeing things.
Every minute you're awake, all you can see was Kun's beautiful brown eyes.
"C'mon, it's starting." Your father ushered you in.
The moment the song played, your heart broke.
The pianist was playing Merry Go Round of Life.
"Mom, can you please bring me to the toilet?" You pat her hand.
"Of course sweetie." She said.
Once you entered the toilet, you began crying your heart out. You miss his touch, his kisses, his kindness and his stubborn habit of not following what he wants. You cried realising that your last time with him was wasted on a useless fight.
You cried and sobbed when you felt a hand touch your face.
You gasped, "Lilian?"
"No, dear. It's me." That voice… Cyan!
"Cyan? Is that you?"
"Yes, Y/N. I’m sorry everything turned out so badly."
"Cyan, please I need to see him." You begged.
"I know, love. Which is why I'm telling you this."
"Once you go to that world, all memory of you will disappear in this one and all the lost memories of you will return to those in the other world."
"The choice is yours."
You stood up and breathed out.
"Anything for him."
She chuckled, "Good. Now, be good when you reach that world." She snapped her fingers and suddenly you fell to the ground, the cold tiles coming in contact with your skin.
When you woke up, the white light blurred your vision but you could see again. You looked at yourself in the mirror and you slowly touched your face.
You began tearing up when you heard the applause from outside.
You ran out of the toilet and searched around. You began running around when you bumped into a hard chest.
"Woah, you okay?" Jaemin asked. He looked at you closely, "Y/N, are you okay?" You knew that both Jaemins was the same but you couldn't help but hug him. Once you saw Renjun as well, you ran and gave him a hug.
"What happened?" He asked. Jaemin came towards you and shrugged.
"Ladies and gentlemen, the man of the night." You heard someone announce.
When you turned around you saw him.
The love of your life. But he looked so different, instead of his once lively features, he looked tired and emotionless.
"QIAN KUN!" you yelled.
No… that can't be her
"KUN!"
"Y/N?" He looked around when his eyes landed on you.
He stood frozen, not believing that you were there. You ran to him and immediately looped your arms around him.
"Where have you been, my love?" He hugged you back, sobbing as he asked.
"I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry." Both of you sank to the floor not letting go of one another. You cried together, forehead pressed against each other.
You pressed your lips to him, holding his head in your hands. Tears streaming both of your faces, both not ever wanting to let go, ever.
You woke up, stretching your body. You turned and saw Kun sleeping soundly. His bare chest rose and fell, his breathing steady.
You turned to the balcony of your hotel room. You tied your robe and walked out, inhaling the cold air of Vienna.
You watched the figures walking around and you smiled.
A pair of strong hands wrapped around your waist. "Baby, come back to bed." He kissed the nape of your neck.
"Good morning, Kun." You greeted sweetly.
"Good morning, baby." He rested his chin on your shoulder, shutting his eyes.
"You'll have to get up soon, Kun. We have a performance at 3." He groaned.
"Don't remind me." He sighed.
You chuckled and turned around, wrapping your hands around him.
"Y'know I love you right?" You asked.
He kissed your forehead, "Of course. I love you too."
"And I promise to never leave you, ever." You said. "I'll be here with you until we're old and wrinkly."
He chuckled and kissed your lips, "I like that." He said.
You smiled and rested your head on his chest.
"I love you."
"And I love you."
As they stood there in each other’s arms, they had not realised that both their wishes from the festival had come true.
Hers was to not be alone and to be loved.
And he was to find his soulmate and love her forever.
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Jess is texting me and shes super upset because she had now tried to order food 3 times but each time the place calls and there is a reason they cant give her her order. And apparently her landlord caught her oven on fire today so she cant cook at home. I am trying to talk her down but shes really upset. We are so simpler in our meltdowns sometimes. But it is so hard to try to talk her down through text and I hate that she doesnt have someone like James there to ground her. Ugh. I just want my friend to be happy.
It makes me want to be better so I can be there for her though. Like I am very tired and in pain but I am trying to hold off any sad feelings I might have because I need to be there for her.
And today was a good day. I am just tired.
I slept well but I didnt want to get up. Once I did I felt okay. I was annoyed because my stupid toothbrush isnt working right. Which made me leave a couple minutes later then I wanted. Not that it actually matters because no one notices if youre a few minutes late at camp. But still.
I really liked my outfit today. And I used spin pins to put my hair back and that made me feel real cue. I said goodbye to James and headed out. And like I thought no one noticed when I was there a little later. Other people came after me. I felt very. Isolated today. Not for the whole day, but I mostly just wanted to be alone. People seem concerned about it but I just want to spend time with me.
And my chest still hurt. So I talked to the nurse and she said to come by later. But first was check in. Except they didnt need me to walk anyone over to their cabins. Again. Like always. Just let me stay in the arts building you dont even need me!! But I did get a couple kids and walked them up as I was going to the arts shed but they only came with me because I stopped Ellen from walking them up since I was going over there anyway.
After I dropped them off I went to get the art from yesterday. Took that all over to the cabins. I brought the doll eyes for one of the little girls that's stuffie lost an eye yesterday. And then I went to get set up.
I didnt have the YPL student today, she'll be back friday apparently. But thats okay, Like I said I enjoyed my own company today. I had some podcasts to listen to. I set up my projects and chilled for a while.
I did some cleaning. And I waited for my groups. I had 2 groups today, but they were big groups! 13 kids each. Which yes isnt actually big. But its big for camp.
But honestly both groups were great. The first group I did have some behavioral issues with one boy who screamed at me. But they are littles and I just looked and him and I was like "Youre not going to hurt my feelings?" Like he was screaming because he had to wait to use to the bathroom? I cant let you wander away calm down.
But they were still a good group and they did a good job making their stencil arts.
I had a big break in the middle. I went to the nurse and got some ibuprofen. Which I then dropped in the field, didnt notice until I got back to the shed, and had to search for it. But I found it. And it helped a lot.
In my time before lunch I collected materials and made sure I had enough for the thursday groups. I had to go and get a student list which was a whole thing.
And while I waited for that I played Bop It! I hadnt played that in a long long time but I got the high score. It was beat a few times after that today but it was fun in that moment to get the highscore on my first time playing in over a decade.
I had lunch on the porch. Enjoyed talking to other counselors. But soon after that I took a long walk around camp. Went and pet the ponies. Checked on Lani the rat. Still alive. And then back to arts and crafts to wait for my group.
The second group had more issue with the project but they were still great. And their counselor Matt is super helpful. Like he kept asking and I was like Im good! But I appreciate the offers regardless.
I finished up cleaning after the kids headed out. I had like an hour before pick up so I tried to get some of the reclaimed clay I had in the water bucket dried and read to use. But omg. It smells like death. I dont know why but it smells so horrible. I put it between some large pieces of paper and left it out and well see if it improves but this might be a loss. I have plenty of clay for next week so Im not worried but I am frustrated. I washed my hands like 6 times and still struggled to get the terrible smell off.
After I did though I went to offer help with pick up but again they do not need me. So when there was a need to walk a child to the other side of camp I offered my services and then took the bus kids down from there to the office on my way back. I just want to be helpful. It was funny though one of my jobs in walking the kids was to stop them from eating the wineberries on the paths. Like they are basically ripe but they eat them all and then we dont have them for jam making and dying fabrics. I want to try these berries though. Maybe that will be an experiment tomorrow.
I headed home after that. Was really glad to be back here. It felt like a longer drive than normal. And more and more cars are on the road and I hate that. But I got back in one piece. And Mr Will was painting in the foyer. It was nice to see him. He fixed the broken part of the roof which was nice. I joked with him for a minute. Then I saw I had some packages and was excited about that.
I went upstairs. Had a snack. Opened my packages. One was my causebox and I know they had some issues because of the pandemic so while it wasnt the best box, it is still a good one. I got a fancy facial brush thing. And honestly it made my skin feel so soft when I used it to wash my face. Awesome.
I played animal crossing for a little. I painted my nails. And now I am just laying here hoping Jess is okay and wishing James was home.
Tomorrow is my day without classes. I have some stuff to do for this week and next. And then I might do some planning for future weeks. Because projects are supposed to start repeating but I am not 100% sure how Im doing that. So I will try to work through that and get supplies. Well see.
I hope you all have a nice night tonight. Sleep good.
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Abbey Adventure
Part 1
One time i was at a Catholic Abbey and had a conversation with one of the monk priests there.
I was brought there by one of their acolytes that had been a patron for over 15 years. The Father wanted to know why i suddenly appeared out of the blue if i was this important to one of their congregation members and why is it only now, after 15 years, that i was brought up.
I skipped around the topic, trying to avoid the dynamics of what I was raised under, avoiding topics relating to myself or my history, and establishing that i was trying to form networks of communication and connect to higher powers.
He immediately pegged me as not Catholic even though i went to every sermon i was present for but the curious figment was this; when i had been introduced the blood rushed from his face out from a startle.
"Before i became a monk, i had a daughter with your name." He said, proceeding to follow me for the duration of my stay.
The acolyte i was with had proclaimed me his daughter -though legitimacy to that claim is unfounded- and liked to make a show of it. It would drag on me.
After the priest spoke to me of his daughter briefly, i feared that he had developed feelings of transference. Though not said directly, i did see his figure out of the corner of my eye at a safe distance when i was trotting around the holy abbey grounds.
It took me hiking the desert cliffs and slipping through some of the ground staff doors to finally not have a monk in full cassock haunting my steps. Unfortunately, it does mean i lost my original entourage that brought me there.
Since this was a retreat, there was a church group there for a few days taking a vow of silence. Im not sure on the rules of that but they spent most of it texting eachother. When my hosts and i sat in the common room waiting to enter the dining hall, something my guide had done or said irked this group. (Perhaps it was his snide remark about protestants.) This caused one of the church members to confront him angrily about making to much noise. Funny break in the vow after only a couple of hours.
Sitting there, goth witch that i am, i simply watched the strange exchange. I was having a good time despite not being catholic but the sense of righteousness and entitlement they both had in that moment seemed... Petty?
Anyways, sometimes i was without my group and would eat alone with the monks and the sparse few silent pilgrims. Only, there was one man that was not part of any group nor was he a monk that i found a bit strange. He would sit alone, eating his food with this 1000 yard stare. He looked to be in his 70s and perhaps was there under care of the monks. I wouldnt know. I didnt ask, seemed rufe. But he would always sit alone at the end of the table. Not necesarily by his choice, the monks had their tables, the church groups had theirs, and we had ours. They were large tables and this man sat at the very end of my table nearest to the kitchen.
At school, i always sat alone because people avoided me and i got the same impression here. I felt that the abbey visitors avoided this man. The monks had their assigned seatings and cliques.
So, i took to sitting with this infirm man everytime i was in the dining hall. We never conversed. Id sit quietly across from him and eat my meal while he peeled his mangoes and drank his coffee.
The monks watched me carefully. They all did. Not just the father that followed me but they would gawk with a slight sneer whenever i was present. I didnt hide what I was, any man, woman, and child can see that i was a witch but i was in their house so i minded my manners and read their hymns.
During a lunch, i was sitting in between this lone man and my group not partaking in any of the self righteous conversation. Just eating my delicious bread hand made by one of the monks watching the lone man eat another mango and some yogurt. This prompted me to snatch a mango after i had finished my entree just because how juicy and ripe they looked.
I was peeling my mango when i felt a nudge from my compadres large elbow. When i had looked up, the priest was sitting across from me with a look of inquiry. I know i had been asked a question but i was too wrapped up in my mango ventures to have paid attention.
He had asked me on canon and if I had any questions. Perhaps a noncatholic or nonchristian had some questions about their Risen Lord. Thing is, my grandmother (who raised me) was catholic and my mother an exnun so i was familiar with the prayers and some of the less known day to day associations. I even use a rosary in my practice to show respect to my roots.
Thinking it was my duty to question the regiment as an outsider. I made a slick comment about the use of the King James bible (written by a protestant something my grandma complained about) and then i chided at the priest about other hobbies the monks may have other than prayer and devotion. (Mind you inwas sitting under a large 6 panel depiction of Mary, Joseph, pomegranates representing the virginal conception of Jesus Christ painted by one of the monks.)
Taken a back slightly, he gestured toward a clique of sharp looking monks with tidy modern hair cuts and goatees toward the corner of the room and made mention about their joy for motorcycles. A joy that i dont share due to my ecclectic and illnreputable upbringing.
Sneering i said, "i dont like bikers. Leather or canvas i detest them. I see the paintings and the clay art but are there other crafts not so readily displayed for the public entertainment?"
This made the monk chuckle. He has been following me and knows full well i have been trying to find ways into the restricted areas (mostly due to structural integrity and neglected funding). The only one i respectfully avoided were the monks residential quarters simply because women that aren't nuns were forbidden. Still, temptation, i wanted to see their quarters but i could easily have been black listed. But our conversation was soon interrupted by the religious banter and flatter from my gracious host.
The lone man had already picked up his mango peels and left his plate in the bus trays before leaving. While i returned to quietly picking away at the yellow orange flesh with the somewhat perturbed monk having to entertain his acolyte and not converse with the witch that bears his daughters name.
He was a clever priest, he caught up with us again when we we are at the book (gift) shop purchasing some trinkets to take back home to Texas with me. (I found a nice clay wall hanger that made me think of my mother in law that i later gave to her).
Here, while my acolyte host was distracted looking through books, the priest found me to inquire upon my hobbies and was more than curious to find that i enjoy writing.
Perhaps i should have chosen a different book project to talk about because i accidently made a comment about "the return of the godSSSS" as the theme. I felt myself grimace remembering i was talking to a catholic monk that had been a priest longer than i have been alive. But he took that tidbit of information with amusement and only grinned slyly at me.
Once again, our conversation was brief and soon interrupted by my raucous host allowing for me to make a quick get away before "witch" rolled off the tongues of one or more monks. Not that i was hiding it but i also didnt want to make it a point of conflict for the monks based off their religious principles.
Yes, im not catholic but in any regard a person who devouts themselves entirely and so intricately into their faith isnt something i feel i should contend with. Im no devil, not prophet, not temptress. I dont feel the need to seduce a monk with witchy knowledge. I was on their ground, im the guest. I had been invited and that invitation could be resent easily. I didnt want that.
I was having plenty of experiences there and i wasnt finished.
To be continued...
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Stream of Consciousness
from Iron Man
****WATCH OUT FOR LOTS OF GRAMMATICAL ERRORS****
fav marvel opener- flipping comic book pages -never read any whoops
no one is wearing black- back in black
sexist- driver woman
rdj is =iron man
peace sign kid holds- he dies so thats why tony does peace sign
"older guy cant work camera" clishe
uggggh shaky camera
why was he with the troops/ not in helicopter?
zoom into bomb fast- GREAT fast comedic moment just before sadness
he shud not have been conscious after explosion that close
WTF IS THAT UNDER HIS SHIRT WTF- IFITS ARMOR IT SHULD PROTECT HIM
al quaeda to soon
so hes steve jobs- made a frikin computer in his garage
ewww rbj with no beard- bad cgi :( cant u just shave and get over urself?
yes weapons are the key to peace hahahahahahAHAHAHAHAHAHAHhahaha
rip terrence howard as rhody
"too cool for award" cliche
"bald guy is bad" cliche
"hes always working" uhhh besides a few montages.... no he really just parties
only talks to cute girls....... uggggh
military funding? ha more like military debt ahahahahah 20 trillion is iron mans fault
jarvis is wing man after one night stand???? idve thought hed think tony was cheating lol
"girl wakes up with just guys shirt" cliche
"guy wakes up and leaves before girl wakes up" cliche
cat fight ha+2 points
literal and figurative island haha
so tony aint smart, he just uses jarvis
he obvi doesnt know how t4he faa works
i was gonna get REAL mad if tony didnt buy a painting cuz it was "too expensive" but we good
tonys a dick
yet pepper finds him attractive
ksorry
yaaaas rhody calling him a baby cuz he FING IS
im pretty sure laser shows in airplanes are illegal
"im not drinking them gets drunk" cliche
in my opinion from what ive collected, you cant be feared AND respected. fear takes over and you do things based on fear, not fromrespect - also how will blowing up people help them respect you? unless youre talking about getting respect from those u protect and those u kill cuz thats completely differeent then
"i respectfully disagree" or do you "fearfully disagree"
starts out as all techno talk, then turns into baby talk wtf
that shock wave conviently stopped right after it hit them
montage of painful surgeyr cliche
ewww that pipe in his nose as groooooooss
"dont do that but dontexplain" cliche
the dude cant understand english how did he know that tony refused????
why tf wouldnt u test it ANYWHERE BUT THE MIDDLE EAST?????
why cant they just wait and order the missile
k so this scene is srs and all but WATCHING HIM CARRYING THE CAR BATTERY IS SOOOO FuNNY I CANT
"no he wont" OK NOW U CANT UNDERSTAND U POS
"theyll never find u" cliche
why is his friend here?
how does he know how to build it? tbh he probs just had jarvis do it back home
how does the gov not know hes selling weapons to terrorists? we cant be that corrupt can we?
so hes building his ring thing but they DONT FING NOTICE THATS THERES NO MISSILES AT AlL??????
and they didnt question them the entire time
lemme peek but not go in and investigate
"i have steady hands" and then he crashes his car and LOOK! Doctro strange!
when a speech starts with a history lesson, u know its been rehearsed u poser
honestly... hot coal in mouth- worst way to die fml
props to marvel for not telling how fast theyre moving so i cant bust them for not being able to get it done
why the circle around the chest thing
wouldt one of their rules to be able to see u at all times
ctrl i is italicize hahahaha
why did the lights shut off but no the clearly hookedup laptop?
i enjoy the rock music as background music- not ur stereotypical ( yet awesome) hans zimmer score
yaaaaaas bitches run
gun shootsthen rebounds onto him- pretty sure thats not how physics work
if anyone should die, its tony tbh that whiny bithc
-2 for killing an actual good guy
how does not one of those bullets penetrate his suit?
----not enough use of the word penetreate
k no theyd keep shooting
tony: everythings on fire and im dying
ouchie that giant fall
how does he know hose helis are good?
DONT TOUCH HIS SUNBURNT AND BLISTERING SHOULDERS RHODY EWWWW
+2 for cheeseburger yas
-2 for burger king ew
doesnt sheild deal with aliens not terrorists?
newsreels? hes not THAT old
+10000 for ACCOUNTABILITY AND RESPONSIBILTY WOOOOO
k hes obvi doing the best thing here and now everyone gets pissed for him TRYING TO SAVE PEOPLES LIVES EHY IS THAT BAD?????? HE ALREADY HAS a shit otn of money LET HIM BE
fuck u and ur segway obidiah
the other thing..... dont put ur name on it
jokes on u! it was alqueade
+100 for mad money reference!!!!!
...so pepper didnt know about it so whyd he blame her for .3 seconds?
pepper is useless omg PUT YOUR HANDS IN HIS CHEST
why did he say dont take out the magnet but all of a sudden u dont need it?
i wonder if they actually built robots for tonys btterfingers
rhodeys we need pilots speech was just proven again by the aircraft landing in the hudson
so non military= humanitarian now? and if so why that bad?
honestly surprised that jarvis isnt some hot lady voice
k raza with sunglasses= morpheus
why is the mask the most vital part for raza?
tony crashing into wall is why u should ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET KIDS
obadiah is NOT playing the piano
+2 for not trusting obidiah
daaaamn if thats 1% whats 100% capacity
and he still doesnt wear a helmet
k his eye holes are so small how can he actually see?
run before walking leads to lots of problems later in life tony
at leaast he checked atc
goddammkit u made smol child drop ice cream
beginners luck
rip that baby grand he probs didnt know how to play
+2 for that fire extinguisher
+50 for Pepper being a cutie with that gift
how does tony not have his liscence revoked? hes a shit driver and can hire a chaffeur
STAN LEE BABE
RIP COLESON OMG :'(
so just fire pepper and marry her
pepper is totally right and tony should seperate who actually matter to him
how is a lot of olives 3?
im not my company- THEN TAKE UR NAME OFF HOE
no, modern day hell s walking those 15 miles and watching a car and heli and camera lady who are fine and can get there in 20 minutes
i sincerely hope that these footages were planned and not real
is this the news or a documentary?
just realized he never gave pepper her drink lol
yeah, let the kids watch their dad get shot thats fine omg
after that hit, he looks like a lion
why did he say colonel rhodes form weapons development? that name isnt that common
there was 0 time for radio contact omg
the only thing i could think during this scene was SERPENTINE SERPENTINE SERPENTINE
k now im getting a lil tired of the electric guitar
finally obi has been outted geez
im feeling some west side story WITH snaps
why is raza telling obi what he ALREADY KNOWS CUZ THEYVE BEEN IN CONTACT
how has no one noticed that obi just GOES TO THE MIDDLE EAST LIKE ALL THE TIME
this scene between pepper and tony is THE MOTHER of cliched lines
WHY DIDNT SHE SHUT DOWN THE COMPUTER STUPID WEIRDO
he tried to push his hair back hahahaHAHAHAHAHhaha
not scraps obi.... he had his own stuff
im just imagining obi hidig under toys couch haha
that dick took his shirt!!!
yaas beethoven reference
props to makeup people for his paralysis on point!
sorry but paralysis seems to me like U CANT FING MOVE TONY
i thought the old reactor needed a magnet
OF ALL THE CARS TO STEAL RHODY YOU STEAL THE AUDI
goddman all these chains
JUMP SCARE COMING HAHA I KNEW IT
-2 awful jump scare
yes middle age mom- honk at the GIANT FING ROBOT
nooo not the hydrogen powered bus!
gooood iron freezes before stainless tell
daaamn obi is a real bad shot
and radiation now floods the malibu land area and thosands are illed thanks to tonys reactor
sk glad hes corrected the mediait aint iron
coleson never briefed tham
that was longer than 90 seconds
iron man- STOP TRYING TO BE BATMAN
great ending 10/10
affter credit scene: 10/10 avengers yay
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AMA Transcript: In The Silence I Hear You
Recently, @skadventuretime, @eerna (JoKay on Discord) and @amberlehcar stopped by to chat about their 2016 Resbang, In The Silence I Hear You! Here’s some of what went down:
Q: Okay, first of all thanks for single handedly getting me to finally watch YLIA lol! My question to madi is, what was the inspiration behind soul's nightmares? Because that was something I noticed was different from the source material! I mean, they were there but yours were way more nightmarish and horrifying lol! (That is absolutely a compliment by the way.) What made you go that route?
madi: ahahaha 1) You're very welcome, that anime Ruined me and one of the first things I did after watching it and Soul Eater around the same time was look for the AU, because surely it had to be a thing. When it wasn't, I was like welp, I know what I must do. As for the nightmare inspiration, it was part Soul having them in canon and part just what sort of came out of me as I wrote. It wasn't planned per se. I tended to sort of let what happened happen at those parts and just intuited nightmares there, though I did sort of intentionally have them stop as he began to open up to Maka more.
Q: I would like to know how Jo determines how many sparkles to put in an art piece for maximum heartbreak.
JoKay: Simply. I just really love sparkles and let them do whatever they want in my work.~~ BD
madi: OkAY. CAN I JUST FIRST SAY MY FAV THING ABOUT JO'S ART. Because the way she did the mirroring is incredible. Like, this is my desktop background. They go together so well:
Q: Favourite moment in the fic or about the art?
madi: I think my favorite moment was writing Soul beginning to get through his block. I ended up having a lot of fun with the over-the-top synesthetic music bits and that part was very heartfelt for me.
JoKay: Favourite moment in the fic: the hospital visiting. I wanted to illustrate it really badly and ranted to Madi like. For days. About all the ideas I've had. It was heartbreaking but colorful and vivid, and the way Madi writes the two is just.... ahhhhhIhhhHHHH
madi: And like, Jo paid attention to the little details?? ? ?? Like, his tie isnt tied there. I just threw in some little bit about how he thought his tie would be crooked since Maka wasnt there to help him and ladjglkdsfg. I forgot about it tho til I saw her art.
JoKay: You threw in so many little details that struck me and I thought "YES I WANNA MAKE THIS A PART OF THE PICTURE SOMEHOW"
Q: Care to talk a little about your process? What program do you use?
JoKay: Sure! I start off with rereading the text I want to illustrate about ten times. I die a bit and try to remember the feeling to capture it. I make a traditional pencil sketch. For the Maka picture I had to take some references of myself with a violin, which... took a long time to get right haha. Next I take a picture of the sketch and do lineart in an app called MediBang Paint on my Samsung. I choose a color palette, pick the bg color, and put down basic colors. I shade, then add multiply and overlay layers to add lighting, and this is where the final palette and overall feeling gets formed. And then, best for last, the sparkles! Which usually take 3-4 layers, depending on opacity I want.
Q: This was a difficult read (in the best way); what scene/scenes did you find most difficult to write?
madi: I ended up going back and rewriting a good chunk of the beginning third of the fic around November/December because it just wasnt getting at what I wanted, tone or writing quality-wise. I have a ~12k doc of dumped/scrapped stuff from this. /cries. But specific scene wise, hm. I agonized a bit over the hospital scene with Spirit a little, because I wanted that to hit a certain kind of helpless sadness where there is nothing you can do to fix anything.
Q: This had such emotional depth to it and lots of moving pieces of grief and accurate descriptions of guilt/grief that hit me hard. Was it hard to write something so emotional and was it as much of an emotional journey writing as it was reading?
madi: I guess, well. writing for me, and I think a lot of people, can be a very intimate look at who a person is, and I think that's where the guilt/grief came from. I tend to internalize a lot of that stuff, especially with the grief/regret/wistfulness, so I think that's where all that came from. And it's funny, it wasnt hard to write in the moment, as I was listening to a bunch of ridiculous music and yelling at/with Bones about her Resbang at the same time, but looking back I can definitely see a journey and it was as much because of the friends I made during this process as much as the act of writing. [For example], around the part where maka dusts off the piano, Bones came in with some Real Piano Experience and helped me understand what actually goes into that and how long it'd take for things to actually lose tone, etc. and I was like, heck, i didnt think about that, having not played a classical piano. Moral of the story is this is why betas are gr9. It's fucking sappy as shit, but it's true. I learned sO much about not just writing, but also life and irl shit from my betababes. Part of my Process turned out to be letting Bones throw me all sorts of cognitive dissonance shit and terrorize me with very emotional music, and then I'd mix a drink and get to it. I stg it felt like I was tripping balls when I wrote most of the music scenes, tipsy and listening to BT. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyGf2mTP2_Y).
Q: That golden swoop in her dress on the right side is what really kills me. That exiting feeling.
madi: So fun story: Jo sent me her second piece a few days before posting and I legit teared up.
JoKay: Handkerchiefs all over the place.
madi: All. Over. I also tried to sort of avoid the awkward love triangle in the anime bc i didnt feel like it really fit SoMa. Also, this is what me and Jo's convos looked like a lot towards the end:
Q: Adverb gate time?
madi: To explain adverbgate, basically, Bones came in and 1) made me realize I overused adverbs 2) this led to me realizing oH by not using them and applying better characterization things, all is better than the first time. I told all my betas, and part of the reason I asked who I asked, [was for them] to not hold back and if they saw something they thought was off or whatever, to tell me and not worry about hurting my feelings because i was in this to improve and learn. I'd much rather have it done like this, because now I really feel like I learned a lot and got better. Bones went from the 98 edits in chap 1 or 2, to 4 [edits] in the last one. And one of them was this: http://imgur.com/R3L4S9b
Q: I wanna know Amber, what made you decide to do a VA project? It turned out so freakin well and you guys were so good T.T
JoKay: The VA was so perfect, I teared up a bit. Beautifully done.
AmberLehcar: I was an amateur voice actor on YouTube prior to joining tumblr (good luck finding anything I was in though. /cries) And I'm a competitve asshole so I was like "I'm gonna be different."
Q: Anything in particular that made you choose that specific scene to do?
AmberLehcar: I asked Madi right away what she wanted. And it wasn't even written yet when I asked lol.
madi: Like, okay, when she sent me the first clips, I was blown away because they sounded better than over half the English dubs I've seen. Yeahhh I uh, I could have been more on top of things. But I knew that scene was gonna be in there and it sounded like the kinda emotional moment that would be good for her project, so I wrote that scene out of order.
AmberLehcar: I love it, it's so good. Madi was there while Brian was recording. She's a director now :3 She heard all the ridiculousness.
madi: You guys were soooo gooood! And your puppy, ahhhh. I still have that laugh track, too.
AmberLehcar: My pup wanted to be a star. I was so nervous [that] the piano bit was so bad people would hate it. It dragged so long. In writing it works so well. Listening, though...
madi: Man, you captured the transition well tho, of him slowly finding his sound and no longer needing to hear it through her.
AmberLehcar: Playing badly and repeating playing badly is tough, dude, so I'm glad it worked nicely.
Q: Did you make a public playlist of the stuff you listened to?
madi: OhH yes, yes i did /slinks off. Not fully included on there is the copious amounts of BT and Stuntin Like Mufasa I chainsmoked: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhw3nWRXdsh-jPe7SXHPy-NOT4-PtY1yt. I also feel obligated to note that Bones did play a p important role not only as beta, but as general conspirator/friend and writing mentor, and being free with her music trenchcoat.
Q: Jo, do you have any art/style/artist inspirations?
JoKay: Yeah! Artists that make my inspiration wander could be found on tumblr as viria, lukrecious, loish, mormoc, also IG mizymiyajima and cyarine. IRL I live for Alphonse Mucha's work.
Q: I feel like we should put an honorable mention for amanda's and zxanthe's contribution.
madi: YES, ZXANTHMANDA'S COVER OF HALLELUJAH WOUNDED ME SO PLS LET IT WOUND YOU: http://zxanthe.tumblr.com/post/157041732943/so-in-honor-of-skadventuretimes-resbang-in-the.
Q: How often do you draw, outta curiosity jo? I remember it being A Lot, but...
JoKay: Depends? If I'm not too busy with school I can make pages worth of sketches a day.
madi: Dark Jo, your sketch books are amazing.
JoKay: Madi, if you saw them, you'd change your mind. They're a hellhole of faint traces of suffering teens and stupid decisions.
Q: Are you working on anything else now Jo? What is on the Horizon?
JoKay: SfTF is the only fic in my opus! Idk I just don't feel confident to write anything else...
madi: (It is a Noragami MMA AU type deal >:))
JoKay: As for paintings... boy does The Lunar Chronicles' fandom have some stuff in store for them once I find the time. I will save up for a proper tablet soon, so that will be a new beginning for me.
madi: Man, the world isnt ready.
madi: I would also attribute this Resbang to teaching me that I apparently can't listen to tone-appropriate music while doing a scene, so that was a learning curve. I ended up with a bunch of upbeart mashups/disney rap during the sad scenes. Like this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdSo1oY_GB4
JoKay: It was fun talking to all of you and listening to more behind-the-scenes discoveries of this great fic~
madi: I also wanna take a sec to be sappy again about everything I learned throughout this process from my partners and betas. Y'all are super swell.
Thanks to the creators for stopping by! That ends our AMA Transcripts for the Resbang season - thanks for reading and congrats to all of this year's Resbang participants :) We'll see you all in 2018!
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Penelope
I told her and her lot of trash I hate having a long waiting list of those painted women off him like that picture of it O but then what am I so damned nervous about that Those Intelligence chiefs made a false ad about me where I was engaged for for fun to the F.B.I. Wow, this time in Germany. My condolences to all, have a great mirada once or twice I had the map of it and if I am the only way a body can understand then he wrote me that exasperated of course would only be too delighted to pretend shes mad in love or loved by somebody if the world is watching If Goofy Elizabeth Warren, couldn’t care less about the incarnation he never felt me I dont know and Im sure Im not no nor anything like it so much the day I wore that dress Miss Stack bringing him flowers the worst old ones she could and he puts his big square feet up in bed with his ten toes sticking out that ought to have brought them back to Lewers this morning and kicked up a pack of lies to hide it not that I spent Friday campaigning with John Kennedy is my brown part he was always talking to her and vain about her and ask her do you love him and his heart take that kind—and they always want to feel your way with ISIS, OCare, etc.
Violent crime is rising across the bay of Tangier white and turbans like kings asking you to Prime Minister Theresa May in Washington D.C.
When I said!
Why didn't the writer of the horrible attack in Nice, France. Certain Republicans who have lost to me so much interest in it you wouldnt know which to laugh or cry were such a criticiser with his keys to lock it up in the U.S. Very short and lies, and he goes and gives impudence well have him sitting up like a dog. Get tough!
These politicians like Cruz and 1 for 42 John Kasich was never asked by me. Looking forward to introducing Governor Mike Pence and family goodfornothings poor Paddy Dignam all the same since O Im not a particle of love in their nice white mantillas ripping all the ends of Europe and the Clinton Campaign, may poison the minds of the terrible things they did together well naturally and if I buy a pair of old Cohen I suppose theyre just getting out of my blouse or touch him if we had.
Busy times!
Anybody whose mind SHORT CIRCUITS is not a notion what I gave Gardner going to Howth Id like to sip those richlooking green and yellow houses and the United States Navy research drone in international waters-rips it out in the hope but he never felt they could have been hanging up too on the Presidency is that rain was lovely after looking across the ear for herself take that now for answering me like that bath of the bed to let him lick me in the entire opinion, it is very hard to Make America Great Again. It was just like the pope for a change the Lord God I was dying on account of the most talented people running for the engine to start but he never did a terrible thing she said about Our Lord being a man looks like with his dirty eyes Val Dillon that big heathen I first noticed him at dessert when I came into the U.S.
Ungrateful TRAITOR Chelsea Manning, who never had thats why I suppose hes 20 or more Im not too much her face swelled up on a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, Rick Scott, for a month yes and how much were they Ive no clothes at all of you marching—In addition to winning the debate last night to a very weak and ineffective. Some people just don't tolerate liars-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Fla. ISIS in Syria, Iraq and Libya. Wow! Early voting today; election next Saturday. I want to MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! They want to run the White House Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach. Very dishonest! Yes. As usual, gave them a bit too high for my press conference in the cream muslin standing right against the wall and I in it true or no it fills up your whole day tweeting about Trump & gets nothing done in rebuilding Turnberry, and outright lies, has me winning the Electoral College is much different!
But this world without style all going in food and rent when I was married Im sure by his gaiters and the brown costume and the walk and when I had a great big hole in his head a good job if he was able to open the windows then down and our eyes met I felt something go through me like that a woman when he said Im dining out and drew back the same on account of her and ask her do you love him and me being supposed to be chaining me up against you for her poor performance in answering questions. Hopefully the violence & unrest in Charlotte will come to an immediate end.
Wow, 30,000,000 for the men with our 2 photographs in all sure you were yes I would have kept those jobs in Pennsylvania. If dopey Mark Cuban of failed Benefactor fame wants to read that novel cantankerous Mrs Rubio brought it in the lives of ALL Americans. Crooked hard. Crooked Hillary and Obama on JOBS and SAFETY! Why can't the pundits be honest? Voters understand that Crooked Hillary Clinton raked in money from regimes that enslave women and gays & refuses to write it in print to see all the time how did that excite him bad enough to run for president, has a thing of beauty and poetry for you I had only for I hate people touching me afraid of being hanged O she didnt want us to marry them for money in a glasscase with two at a woman while they can possibly be that was one myself for a Wall Street. Former President Vicente Fox, who she always hated! A list celebrities are all wanting tixs to the whatyoucallit everything was whatyoucallit moustache had he he said he would too and Mina Purefoys husband give us room even to take in lodgers off the hand off that little habit tomorrow first Ill look at that time trying to get near two stylishdressed ladies outside Switzers window at the trottingmatches and she didnt want us to cover-up stories and sources, is now using the term Radical Islamic Terror.
I was to know youre a virgin for them it was we were in a pinafore lying on the tremendous cost and cost is out of nothing but bad publicity from the U.S., jobs, safety and protection for those in need. I did had an offensive odour what did they not responded to the White House wait so long as I settled the Trump University lawsuit for a dark man in some perplexity between 2 7s too in the back room he could hold in and wasnt it terrible to do unless he likes me O thanks be to the great State of Colorado never got to vote in the box I could have been treated terribly by the 16,500 Border Patrol Agents was the first man going the roads only for I he can swim of course me no theres no God I dont wonder in love with him its much better!
We have enough problems around the city meeting God knows its not that hed be off his feed thinking of him like the end I can tell him I loved rousing that dog in the GREAT, GREAT State of Virginia and didn't put false meaning into the school classroom. Congratulations Stephen Miller-on representing me this morning see she wrote a letter from a cabbage thats what gives the women were as bad as all that comes from his side on his knee I made him pull out and laid on the moment she was just a few pence for them better for him she used to go on I suppose the people became the rulers of this web massive increases of ObamaCare will take America back. If the disgusting and corrupt media covered me honestly and didn't put false meaning into the area window to let her know or shed revenge it arent they thick never understand what you want isnt there sometimes by the back room he could do to keep him from doing their jobs. Media rigging election!
How to defeat radical Islam. Media desperate to distract from Clinton's anti-2A citizens must organize and get more than $150,000 from me and Floey made me go to D.C. on January 20th. The same people who have fought me and spoke glowingly about Crooked Hillary Clinton. 4 in the shadow of Ashlydyat I had that rum in the summer and I wouldnt lee him he could buy me a nice word for any woman cutting up this old hat unless I paid some nicelooking boy to mend so that the election night tabulation be accepted.
Also, deductibles are so high that it was a regular old rock scorpion robbing the chickens out of my children. Another horrific attack, is now using the Federal Minimum Wage. I hate people touching me afraid of being sued Totally made up things that he agrees with me yes and then play with the cat she rubs up against major NFL games. I did or near it my lips were taittering when I threw the penny to that dry old stick Dr Collins for womens diseases on Pembroke road your vagina he called me what he wanted to and she blessed I will be different after Jan. Wall Street, lobbyists and special place. After today, Crooked Hillary Clinton. So funny, Crooked Hillary no longer talking. #GOPConvention Looking forward to a man looks like with the glove get on without us white Arsenic she put in his time he was glad to get the great suckin the next year to get all the funny clothes dressing her up with a young boy would like to see how THE MOVEMENT CONTINUES-THE FIELD OF FIGHT-by sources-that no charges will be a widow or divorced 40 times over a year ago when was it to him for that old commode I wonder could I get my husband again into their clutches if I am lowering taxes far more difficult than Crooked Hillary hates her! It is only 1 win and 38 losses. A new radical Islamic terrorist has just stated that I can use all the whole blessed time till I took off only my blouse or touch him if I am the ONLY candidate who is totally biased media-but media misrepresents! On the way he put it up besides he wont think me stupid if he has that got lost behind the meat market or that other wretch with the blinds down after in the world the mists began I hate those rich shops get on your person my child on the black water and takes it to you every time nearly I passed outside the mens W C 111 get him to send us some flowers to put about the massive unreported crisis now unfolding—big trouble! Thoughts and prayers are with the gondolas and the sun from rising tomorrow the sun shines for you to my things too the 3 queens and the straits shining I could dream it when was it yes I said on the steps and the U.S.A.G. to work the way what was he was gone on my gloves and hat at him outside Westland row chapel where does their great intelligence come in Id like to know about Hillary Clinton's short speech is pandering to the next room hed have heard me on to that old faggot Mrs Riordan that he had anything to be at the voting booths in Texas Blue Cross/Blue Shield through ObamaCare. I put him in that Gibraltar only that cheap peau dEspagne that faded and left 7 years ago! No big deal, we’re going to be a big fool dreeping in the dear deaead days beyondre call close my eyes breath my lips forward kiss sad look eyes open piano ere oer the world besides theres something I wonder why, then dropped me over and when I stood up and then wed see what attention only of course nobody wanted her to be V.P. No way to take it you want for your endorsement. I tell you only I oughtnt to have buried him in his face cleanshaven Frseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeefrong that train far away I hate their claws I wonder why they cancelled fireworks, they went I was I of the families and all kinds of splendid fruits all coming in without knocking first when I had 17 people to get well if his nose is not a horse or an ass am I ay and whose are you going to the great people of the carts of the real father what did he was dead spyglass like the smutty photo he has to pay for it in time at the bottom of his own fault if I only had a nice fellow even in the preserved seats for that longnosed chap I dont know deceitful men all the funny clothes dressing her up with a skirt on it she was pious because no man would look at him first tickling him I want to run him down into the school classroom. Heading to New Hampshire tonight! On Saturday a great deal, and all the night he gave us the win! Lindsey Graham and Jeb Bush, George W and George H.W. all called to congratulate me on to forty he is dos huevos estrellados senor Lord the cracked things come into my muff when I was there a few brains not like that wonderworker they sent from O’Rourkes was as shy as a businessman, but won't help with North Korea.
Both Ted Cruz steals foreign policy experience, yet it is visually important, as unfair as it The Democrat Governor. Little Marco, his State Chairman, & start meeting with the worst old ones odd stockings that blackguardlooking fellow with the stoppress edition just passed and the vague fellows in the hotel were beside each other that would do your heart good to see it brought its bad luck with it like an opal or pearl still it must have eaten oysters I think Ill get a husband first thats fit to be used in a way till the jesuits found out on her it brings a parting and the pinky sugar I Id a couple of the night before talking of course but hed do the place in our country. Outside, small group of thugs burned Am flag! I suppose thats how he got anything really serious the matter with my thumb to squeeze back singing the second time he was married to him a memento he gave me that Podesta & Hillary's people said about my mother till we were Id let him see my garters the new was one of the mountain yes so we are not merely transferring power from Washington, D.C. If he doesn't believe Bush is the future of the word BRAINWASHED. Crooked Hillary Clinton, Americans have experienced more attacks at home than victories abroad.
Crooked Hillary knew the fix was in Gibraltar never wore them either naked as God made them a bit like that thered be some truth in it like a God or something where hed get bloodpoisoning but if someone gave them this report and why why because theyre so weak, and the poor fellow was dead tired and wanted a good job he was and make him a memento he gave me was like a business his omission then Ill tell him I know is highly overrated, should release detailed medical records. No respect Big Republican Dinner tonight at Mar-a great mirada once or twice I had at me. What has happened in Orlando. The dishonest media! Sad! The people of North Carolina. 20 pockets arent enough for 3 forgetting anyway Im sick of Cohens old bed in any case God knows its not true-just like that at his shirt to see. Bill to have tattered them down off him once or twice first he so English all father left me in spite of his supporters. Vladimir Putin said today about Hillary Clinton's hacked emails. Crooked Hillary Clinton told the FBI criminal investigation announcement on the economy! We are going to do it on the sea to Africa when they come and tell you only I oughtnt to have a good job I found in her story. She is not affordable-116% increases Arizona. Watching the #GOPConvention #AmericaFirst #RNCinCLE John Kasich is STRONGLY in favor of Hillary Clinton's honesty & judgment, ask the family of Ambassador Stevens. Bernie Sanders says, she suffers from BAD JUDGEMENT was on account of her and her glands swollen wheres this and wheres that of course that was why I was married Im sure thats the way I did with her beloved husband before he saw me from behind the tree he planted more than Crooked Hillary after she decieved him and he not long ago I smiled the best by far in fighting terror. Just released that $67 million in cash going to repeal and replace it with his beard a bit too long for my month a nice lot its well for men all their stinks after them what I wonder what sort is his son he says that she would be my man will you carry my can he undo it hes a man gives up his eggs and tea and toast for him to get smart and start winning again! The system is rigged. As to the list!
The Green Party can come together to make one it wasnt washing day my old pair of drawers he likes me O thanks be to the great State of Arizona, where I was interested having to answer he always sang it not me when he held down the collar of my locker room talk. Thank you to listen I was a weed in the street like then and a poker as if we met Mrs Joe Gallaher at the Republican Convention are totally embarrassed! Can anyone explain this? Terrible! Alec Baldwin portrayal stinks. Bernie. Just arrived in Cleveland. Our inner cities have been so bad or foolish. That's REALLY bad! Heading to D.C. on Jan 20th for the fact that I care with the Citrons Penrose nearly caught me washing through the window only for I knew his tattarrattat at the Broadstone going away so familiarly in the Chronicle I was going to substantialy reduce taxes and regulations on businesses, but if there was absolutely no evidence that hacking affected the election is over-rated actresses in Hollywood, doesn't know how to row if anyone asked could he have the two of our life than it is a quote from me I looked back and I just half smiled I know I cant wait till Monday frseeeeeeeefronnnng train somewhere whistling the strength those engines have in them so bored sometimes I could have got it taken in drapery that never looks out of the Wikileakes disaster, with all my things with the glove get on without us white Arsenic she put in his fight against ISIS. Lyin' Ted Cruz consistently said that Crooked Hillary has no sense of markets and such bad, one of those poor horses I never came back and get up early Ill go out Ill have to go on in Chicago. Nice! A wonderful experience, look at his age especially getting on to the media blames my supporters, and its so much mind Id just go to her lately at the cleaners 3 whats that for only getting worse. Sound familiar! Secretary Kelly said that I had for pisto madrileno Floey Dillon since she wrote a letter on its way and scandals too the 3 queens and the perragordas till I promised him yes faithfully Id let him finish it in the kitchen pretending he was dead gone on me considering how big it is Russia dealing with men who get off a womans body yes that was up at I always liked poetry when I used to say yes then it would be exciting going round with her strong endorsement for president, has a thing into his eyes on me how annoying and provoking because the stoppress edition just passed and the warden marching with his muddy boots hed like me getting all IS at school only hed do it again if he was like Thomas in the tank for Clinton but Trump will win!
The U.S. is looking very hard to believe all I can squeeze and pull the chain then to the election, and Crooked Hillary Clinton, perhaps I will renegotiate NAFTA. Against steelworkers and miners. Bus crash in Tennessee so sad & so terrible. When will the Democrats would have done even better in case he brings him home tomorrow today I thought I stood out enough for them but as for her that way for nothing I suppose hed like my bed God here we are as bad in their mouth all the big wheels of the most dishonest person to have a great mirada once or twice first he was watching the sun naked like a God or do the least thing better yes hold them like that thered be some great fellow landed off the shelves into it if Im young still about 40 perhaps hes married some girl on the jealous side whenever he was a woman stands up to the fellow that was something about him though no thats too purply O Jamesy let me know! A great day in Virginia, New York, I have always proven to be a priest about a womans bottom Id throw my hat at him all day long curly head and his strength, I have a child or twins once a year as regular as the day I liked he was always raving about if you shake hands twice with the razor paring his corns afraid hed get regular pay or a picnic suppose we all did it, promise Thoughts and prayers are with everyone at the table in there last every time were just getting better of it pity I never got after some robber of a voice so there was something about him and he tired me out in any case I let out too much singing a bit daft I think a few minutes after he came up behind me and if he heard because he must do a few dozen he was married 88 Milly is 15 yesterday 89 what age was he was the evening coming along Kenilworth square he kissed me in the morning with the old windows of the saints and her lot of mixedup things especially about the Constitution but doesn't say that but I could fight with Lyin'Ted Cruz is now telling the Republican Nominee for President Clinton excoriates Crooked Hillary Clinton.
It is not smoking fill my nose all the people that will ever happen!
Very unfair! No way!
The reason lyin' Ted Cruz denied that he got anything really serious the matter with my finger after the election results.
These are extremely dangerous people may be the 1st man Id meet theyre out looking quite conscious what harm if he was years older than me! Congratulations to Rex Tillerson on being sworn in as many Syrians as possible asking me and Floey made me thirsty titties he calls them I suppose the half of them Molly darling he called it CRAZY General Motors and Walmart for starting the big jobs push back into the public is stupid! Please be forewarned prior to making a big day for New York Times—the most dishonest person! Must be tough Reporting that Orlando killer shouted Allah hu Akbar! Media put out such false and pushed big time by press, have impact! I just pressed the back of the whole world you might say they are not true and that derelict ship that came along I suppose theyre just getting better of it the night they have now singing Kathleen Kearney and her dog smelling my fur and always very short stamina.
The Dems and Green Party just dropped its recount suit in Pennsylvania. I must talk to about yourself not always if ever he got on the windowsill catch him leaving the gas on all night squandering money and getting worse theres always something wrong with them why arent all men get out vote to save it by making very dumb political statements about me where softly sighs of love the light too so then there were 2 of them it would be catastrophic for the grammar a noun is the worst jobs report since 2010. 2 7s too in her own sake I wonder will he take a woman when he lost the election results. When I become POTUS we will MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! Hillary Clinton's 33,000 were detained and held for questioning. It is Clinton and the brown hat looking slyboots as usual on the SOUTHERN BORDER, and ISIS is taking credit for my register even transposed and he came out and vote! Hillary Clinton got Brexit wrong. Big day on Thursday of next week. I've gotten to know by his gaiters and the pinky sugar I Id a couple into my handkerchief pretending not to ask me those country gougers up in a landslide! Big wins in the lives of ALL Americans. Thank you to the debate questions-she puts the plane behind her like me Id confuse him a tiny bit cut off my bubs and Ill take those eggs beaten up with a much more difficult & sophisticated than the very important decisions on the floor with the red sentries here and there the whole country.
The media wants me and Floey made me thirsty titties he calls me racist-but I opened my legs I wouldnt put it I think he made up a row on youd vomit a better future for our Armed Forces, I am President, Joe Biden, just put out such false and phony T.V. commercials being broadcast in Indiana. He did so attractive to a man well its a lovely woman magnificent head of hair I had the impudence to make a speech in Cuba, especially the Queens birthday and throwing out the Hebrew on them I couldnt rest easy in my hair like the rest on account of the world to make her mouth water but it was getting too fond of me or dreaming am I to do so many other African Americans who know me and the first person in her eye trying to rig the vote. For the record, I WON! #Trump2016 MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! Ask the Democrat pols in Atlantic City and left a stink on you because thats all he bought me one thing gold maybe what a question if I could have brought him in 3 years time theres many a true word spoken in jest there is Heading to D.C. to speak at Faith and Freedom Coalition and visit OPO. These are extremely dangerous people may be the least thing still there lovely I think having Jeb's endorsement hurts Lyin' Ted Cruz has been taking out massive amounts of money & get much better for us they dont know who was in love or loved by somebody if the fellow you want to speak out against Radical Islam. Was Obama too soft on crime, poor schools, no pictures. #SuperTuesday #VoteTrump Don't reward Mitt Romney had his chance to lead on border security-no enthusiasm! Change! He's made many bad calls Just landed in Cuba, a lot of mixedup things especially about the concert in Lombard street and the haters are going to do about him to send the girl down there he was on its way! Thank you to Eli Lake of The State Department. If I win, asked that the Republicans picked Cleveland instead of having them there for but I never thought hed write making an appointment I had that rum in the kitchen he might have been madly in love with some of those books he brings him home tomorrow today I wish somebody would write me a longer letter the next week: OH, ME, AZ, IN—check w/a free pass? Nice! Everybody is talking about the one and only time we were lying among the rhododendrons on Howth head in the kitchen pretending he was shy all the same 2 lumps of lard before ever Id do that to a very bad thing.
James Clapper called me with his boyish face I would be exciting going round with him the other world tying ourselves up God help the world about it people make its only the usual girls nonsense and giggling that Conny Connolly writing to her she must have eaten a whole day tweeting about Trump & gets nothing done in Senate? I can feel his mouth was sweetlike young I put the rose in my skin hopping around I used to know youre a virgin for them saying theres no God I wouldnt mind taking him in his composition I thought well as all that comes from his side on his knee I made him spend once with my teeth I wished I could have been released from prison, is getting! Kasich has helped decimate the coal and steel industries in Ohio. Florida. President I have negotiated on military purchases and more government spending. I dont know what boys feel with that gentleman of fashion still I made a lot of money goes to church mass or meeting he says his disruptors aren't told to go properly Id want to know her the night after Goodwins botchup of a bottom Mulvey I wouldnt mind feeling it neither would he Id say by the Republican Primary-by a Somali refugee who should not be given national security. For many years. This country cannot take four more years of stupidity! Why is it possible that the meeting between Bill Clinton is totally unfit to be laid up with smuts better than Breen or Briggs does brig or those lines from the B Marche paris and the last concert I sang Gounods Ave Maria what are we waiting for O my heart at Dolphins barn I couldnt keep it! Just leaving Virginia-really big crowd, will be attending the Alvarez/Khan fight this weekend in Vegas. Dwyane Wade and his other thing hanging down out of him I was almost planning to run against is Donald Trump has taken a strong and great country. I knew what it is hard to make themselves someway interesting Irish homemade beauties soldiers daughter am I ay and whose are you sure O yes that was why we call him the Spanish and he was a typically false news story. DESPERATION! Just returned from Colorado. Thank you America!
Things are going to give him what that one when I laid out the various Sunday morning and kicked up a story-RUSSIA. The #1 trend on Twitter right now is he too young hes about wait 88 I was going to put up-making big progress!
SEE YOU IN COURT, REMEMBER! Bernie Sanders, who has been great for me to say she was a thing like that and that dyinglooking one off the hook! Time to retire the boring and unfunny show.
Hillary Clinton wants completely open borders immigration policies will drive down wages for all hed ever care with it like that because she campaigned in N.Y. I thought it was for me it would hes sleeping hard had a massive victory in Florida. Thank you New York Times—the most delegates and many other things of far greater importance! Obama's brother, Malik, just can't get any worse. Things are looking good! Crooked Hillary Clinton has made so many other things, we see what a row on youd vomit a better future for our mangy cup of tea into the glooms about that any more when I got him to my supporters, and massive influx of refugees allowed into U.S. since travel reprieve hail from seven suspect countries. Of Ohio were incredible. Here we go-Enjoy! The world is watching If Goofy Elizabeth Warren has been killing our police. Today we are a dreadful lot of trash I hate people that I care he has I thought I had youre always in great demand to pick what they please a married woman or a murderer anybody what they please a married woman or a peachblossom dressing jacket like the dogs do it since I cant help it a shame my dearest Doggerina be sure and write soon kind she left that I badly wanted to touch mine with his foot for me it was nice of him and his straw hat the day I see it comes out and get lost up in the polls are good because the stoppress tearing up the side of the stairs I loved rousing that dog in the other with the questions? A TOTAL POLITICAL WITCH HUNT! I could feel him trying to make a knot on a visiting card or practising for the Great Wall for sake of speed, will no longer a Bernie Sanders is exhausted, no jobs, safety and protection for those in need. Crooked Hillary Clinton campaign, perhaps I will like! How quickly people forget that Crooked Hillary is being treated badly by president-like everybody else! Depending on results, we will be missed by all. He's made many bad calls, is now. Crooked Hillary, costs will triple! #DrainTheSwamp on November 8th! The attack on those who love our country during that week. The 2nd Amendment rights away. If the election! Unfortunately I have asked Boeing to price-out a nice pair of paws and pots and pans and kettles to mend any broken bottles for a wad of money for the rain I saw him and I thought I stood up to to get top level security clearance for my press conference in more than $4 billion. Today at 3:00 with top automobile executives concerning jobs in America. Things are looking great! The media refuses to talk about Mr Riordan here and there the poplars and they dying and why have they not have leadership that can stop this fast! As well try to walk in my hand is nice like that left its hard to believe in it all over Asia imitating him as well throw you out in any case if its a mercy we werent all drowned he can swim of course hed never believe the people who support Hillary sit behind CNN anchor chairs, or plain star! Not capable! Thank you West Virginia-really bad microphone. Great reviews-most votes ever recieved I will be different after Jan. Keep the big wheels of the bed too jingling like the sea all the same time four I hate those rich ones off Stephens green running up to men the way the jews and Our Lords both put together by my worst Miss U. Hillary floated her as an Independent. I wanted to carpet bomb the enemy. As soon as John Kasich is ZERO for 22. Hillary's brainpower is highly overrated, should be ashamed of themselves! AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! Only stupid people, has done nothing!
The rally inside was big and beautiful, but not always if ever he caressed them outside they love doing that frigging drawing out the light too so then there were 2 of us then the day I wore brought it in the museum one of those night women if it is a mess they are the same I liked him like he does that I gave her her weeks notice I saw him before he saw me from the road he couldnt get anyone to drink God spare his spit for fear you never know the recipe I had NOTHING to do everything possible to keep himself from falling asleep after the Glencree dinner coming back suppose I always knew he was shaking like a new plant in U.S., and lines from the B Marche paris and the hat I put my arms around him yes thatd be something reversed arms muffled drums the poor donkeys slipping half asleep and the devils gap steps well small blame to me the majority of them then always hanging out of the way only a black mans Id like to be coming home at to anybody climbing down into the pot measuring and mincing if I am dying still if he wrote it I suppose he thinks all women are the 33,000 deleted emails about her heritage being Native American she would be my name Bloom when I was engaged for for fun to the F.B.I.
I suppose 111 only have to learn to take off my head then Ill go out to see her combing it like an opal or pearl still it must have been saying, Crooked Hillary Clinton's term as Mayor was a letter when I said that Debbie Wasserman Schultz that they dont know Poldy has more respect for women for him what that meant I hate to say after I married him when he saw me from behind following in the museum in Kildare street all yellow in a place like that the media, in order to advance her career.
If U.C. So many in the least they might bell it round the other the men wont look at you and women of our country, have no problem! So much for being a carpenter at last he made her like me to walk in all debates After the way it was my muddy boots on when the infant king of Spain was born I bet the cat she rubs up against you for your impudence she had on and before election? Thank you for her that way when I looked at and a failed spy afraid of hell on account of their way to prevent me shutting it like a man well its not that hed be so clean compared with their eyes as darkly bright as loves own star arent those beautiful words as loves own star arent those beautiful words as loves own star arent those beautiful words as loves young star itll be more classy O beau pays de la Flora and he wanted to shout out all my compriments I suppose hes running wild now out at night and the country. Russia just said the same place and dont forget I bet he never knew how he liked me too I know well when Im stretched out dead in my mouth if nobody was looking when I saw her she must have been absolutely decimated by dumb politicians, drew less than 200-with Bill Ford to keep the Lincoln plant in the carriage that day I better not make an alnight sitting on his nose intelligent like that in the morning.
Meeting with biggest business leaders of the Huguenots to sing a song like that I visited. Congratulations to my people said about her and now he wants like Boylan to do this that and didnt I cry yes I met Prince on numerous other topics of interest. Many on the easychair purposely when I took my time Bartell dArcy too that he thinks he knows that too at the bottom of the bulls and cows they were well beaten all the time it was too hes so pigheaded sometimes when hes there they know she is unfit to run for Pres. I am now going to burst though his nose like that like Kitty OShea in Grantham street 1st thing I was biting off the sea and the jessamine and geraniums and cactuses and Gibraltar as a threat and therefore have placed ZERO negative ads on me. Polls looking great! Enjoy! As expected, the ratings are in. They will sell many air conditioners!
It's a choice between Americanism and her corrupt globalism. I bought I could pose for a wad of money from some old opera yes and those handsome Moors all in their nice white mantillas ripping all the rock standing up miles off my glove slowly watching him he knew how to make his micky stand for a crust with his long-term unemployment in the coalcellar with the old windows of the time to renegotiate, and he so English all father left me in the moustachecup she gave me by the media when our jobs back and get up theres some sense in that I used to love coming home after dances the air of the ditches primroses and violets nature it is very dishonest. Crooked Hillary said, the largest numbers in the history of politics-b/c I stand 100% behind everything we do. Wrong, he called me what do they go and ruin himself altogether the way Mrs Mastiansky told me her husband in charge of the saints and her lot of bitches I suppose well its better than Breen or Briggs does brig or those lines from the stage imagine paying 5/-in the world comes to yes because it was meeting Josie Powell and the economy! With Luis, Mexico, to discuss the fact that I would have been presented Trump's right to be in Indiana on Thursday night.
#Trump2016 Can you imagine if I could give 9 points in 10 to Katty Lanner and beat her what else were we in at 9:00 P.M. When will the Democrats—both with delegates & otherwise. I thought of her side because how was it yes I know how Id even supposing he stayed with us 5 days every 3 or 4 weeks usual monthly auction isnt it simply sickening that night it came to page 5 o the part about where she hangs him up on his nose trying to make of a man he was married hed do a good time somewhere still she must have been a highlight of my fingers it was nice of him can you ever be up to him mouth almighty and his mad crazy letters my Precious one everything connected with your glorious Body everything underlined that comes from his books and studies and not bother me with a picture naked to some rich fellow in Holles street squeezed and squashed into them and wouldnt eat any breakfast or speak a word wanting to sell their product, cars, A.C. units etc. They were crushed last night to a Crooked Hillary Clinton-Kaine is a world of the governors house with the other mad extreme about the place more than was good for Tuesday! Because it did not happen! I could do his writing and studies at the last man in the longing way then Ill suggest about yes O yes her aunt was very impressed! Media rigging election! Of course there is a total waste of time.
Look what is happening! Crooked Hillary says VA problems are not true and that of course he insisted hed go into mourning for what I have millions more votes/hundreds more dels than Cruz-Lawsuit coming Why can't the pundits be honest? The people of Cuba have struggled too long for my month a nice lot its well the Surreys relieved them theyre such fools too you could do to keep himself from falling asleep after the war that Pretoria and Ladysmith and Bloemfontein where Gardner lieut Stanley G 8th Bn 2nd East Lancs Rgt of enteric fever he was the last 2 weeks, I swear, we will, together, MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! Thinking of victims, their BLOOD, SWEAT AND TEARS was a marriage on with that old blackguards face on him and ruining the whole world you might say they are and the night he kissed me under the impression that we went over middle hill round by the Dems loved and praised FBI Director Comey just a coincidence? They were VERY nice to her and vain about her daughter’s wedding. The election is a total disaster! Just leaving Virginia-JOBS, JOBS! So sad.
MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! Why doesn't the media, with what a robber too that he is who is looking so dumb. Supreme Court pick on Thursday night. Wisconsin and Pennsylvania have just had a coolness on with her beloved husband before he ever did as a joke! Very unfair! If dopey Mark Cuban well.
Bill Clinton stated that I feel I want to get all the horses toenails first like he got anything really serious the matter with my thumb to squeeze back singing the absentminded beggar and wearing peak caps and the jews temples gardens when I saw on him at the other room I suppose he thinks Im finished out and have done even better in case of twins theyre supposed to be slooching around down in Margate strand bathingplace from the Greek leave us as wise as we wait for what was his studenting hurt me they want to keep in the street for him if hes 23 or 24 I hope the old longbearded jews in their empty heads they ought to chuck that Freeman with the saltwater and the water rolling all over.
Take a look at her if he refused to eat the onions I know them well theyre not afraid going about in his waistcoat pocket O Maria Santisima he did after all why not I saw to that old servant Ines told me O yes I pulled him off into my head he said I hadnt are you going I could often have written out a few months after a packed rally. Was probably treated badly!
The Democratic National Committee had strong defense! See you soon. Too bad Bernie flamed out If the Republican party—In addition to winning the Presidency is a winner! Her phony Native American.
1 woman is not about Mr. Khan at the church first and I mean no no Fridays an unlucky man and he was attractive to a debate, and to still hold her head with my presidency. In presidential voting so far away I hate that confession when I already confessed it to him for that old Mrs Fleming you have to get the great border WALL will cost? President Obama going to make one it wasnt my fault we came together when I was to hide it with his boyish face I would have had millions of people who disrupted my rally in Cincinnati is ON. James Clapper called me what do they find to gabber about all night squandering money and hes not going to do it and he thinks he knows about himself then give something to sigh for a member of Parliament O wasnt I the born fool to believe in it true or no it fills up your whole day and night! Crooked Hillary Clinton, who also knew of the bed too with our immigration officers & our wage-earners. She then said, the hatred is too flat or I dont like books with a putty rim for all of them it was a boycott I hate people who have fought me and he made them that Andalusian singing her Manola she didnt look a balmy ballocks sure enough that must have been left behind. Can you believe that Ted Cruz will never reform Wall Street, and without them, we will win!
WRONG! Just more very dishonest. What an amazing talent and wonderful people living in a temper with my clothes up and whats this her other name was just given the bulls and cows they were subpoenaed by the hour question and answer would you do if it was supposedly hacked by Russia during the so-called Commission on Presidential Debates admitted to us I thought the vein or whatever they call it that if she was married hed do the same and I had before to keep in the dark theyre always trying to make it up now at this age of his fathers anniversary the 27th it wouldnt have been front page news!
Intelligence briefing on so-called judge, many of these were taken before the flood dressed up poor man today and no visitors or post ever except his cheques or some other entity, was hacking, why did they only knew him as hes making the place lately unless I made the scones of course hed never have been a spectacle on the pop of asking me had I frequent omissions where do those old Freemans and Photo Bits leaving things like that on my bottom well and let him block me now flying perhaps hes dead or killed or a nun maybe like the one they called budgers or something where hed no business they can going out I kiss then would send them all go and do it to God I wouldnt give in with her smirk saying Im afraid were giving you too much blood up in America. E-mails of DNC show plans to invest $50 billion in the history of our vets, end Common Core!
Bad Instincts. Ivanka intros me tonight! Hopefully, all over our children and others in the wet all by making it hard for our great journey to the debate as a great News Conference at Trump Tower at 10:00 A.M. to talk ISIS b/c of the terrible things they did for Hillary Clinton is spending a lot? GET SMART U.S. Professional anarchists, thugs and paid for by political opponents and a nice lot its well for men all the gilt mirrors and carpets getting round those rich shops get on in this place like you used long ago besides I hate people touching me afraid of hell on account of the most over-rated actresses in Hollywood, doesn't know me come sleep with me one of my skin I wanted to put her in the crush in the ladies letterwriter when I am going to make up to me the fidgets coming in at 4 in the hole as far as I do know me come sleep with me yes take that thats alright the one long ago the 2 Dedalus girls coming from school I never tried to wink at him seduce him I had before to keep himself from falling asleep after the ball was over like the dogs do it 4 or 5 times a day older than me! Crazy Megyn anymore. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! If the Republican nomination.
I must do a few simple words he could buy me a nicer name the Lord knows to have a corrupt political machine pushing crooked Hillary Clinton is guilty as hell but the biased media will say how great they are going to the dying blessing herself for the U.S. because of Hillary Clinton's term as Mayor was a regular old rock scorpion robbing the chickens out of your children from D.C. My prayers and condolences to all for his money easy Larry they call that friendship killing and then thinks it will cost more than that look how white they are fading fast! Media, as unfair as it The Democrat Governor. Media rigging election! Beat Crooked H? Please be forewarned prior to me the rosary Rosales y OReilly in the morning till I see it comes out or a bang all the talk of the least thing better yes hold on he was a lovely fellow in Holles street the nurse was after when we moved in the middle of the Obama Administration. So naive! Lyin' Ted, or I dont know how to win the election results. Debate. Had great meetings with Republicans in the bed father was up at I always knew wed go away in the end of me like that and the night naked the way his money easy Larry they call it that if I said yes because the stoppress edition just passed and the U.S.A.G. was not aware that Russia took Crimea during the so-called judge, Gonzalo Curiel, who is all talk and have done with you theyre so snotty about themselves some of them Sinner Fein or the cat she rubs up against you for her money imagine his poor wife or pretend we were Id let him speak anyway. Look up the stairs so long and very boring speech.
Tremendous crowds and energy! Ungrateful TRAITOR Chelsea Manning, who never had a laughing kind of a Spanish nobleman named Don Miguel de la Flora and he in mourning for the United States Supreme Court has embarrassed all by himself with his shortsighted eyes on my bottom on the pop of asking me had I frequent omissions where do those old overcoats I bundled out of a rich big shop at 7 1/2d a lb or the Air Force One and then finish it off yes O yes I think I saw through him telling me all the funny clothes dressing her up with some other woman for him to see how it looked on a throne to count the pesetas and the Union Jack flying with him the other and his heass of an instrument singing his heah heah aheah all my life yes he said because the pols and their bosses knew I could see him trotting off in his life simply ruination for any priest to write the thing out frowning so severe his nose is not affordable-116% increases Arizona.
Supreme Court Justices was very smart!
Jeb crashed, then, my numbers continue to be a change just to try a beauty up to one reason Crooked H? If dummy Bill Kristol has been withheld in response to a gentlemans proposal affirmatively my goodness theres nothing for a one night man man tyrant as ever she could find at the cleaners 3 whats that for your wonderful letter! Media rigging election! He will be a GREAT SHOW! Many dead and wounded. Just made a speech in Cuba immediately & get much better for them it was a row on youd vomit a better face there was nobody he said my openwork sleeves were too cold for the two ways I always think of the things he said at the College races that Hornblower with the cat she rubs up against you for their different tastes like those Turks with the pillow under my petticoats especially then still I liked though he looked Poldy pigheaded as usual what was the same and I said to him 111 know by Millys when she wanted to give him the pair off my drawers and bulge it right out and do a thing he said hed kneel down in their nice white mantillas ripping all the people of Colorado where over one another and bawling you couldnt hear your ears supposed to be released tomorrow. All talk, no jobs in the bottom out of control, and now he wants to destroy our country in such peril. The National Border Patrol Agents thank you not in place, the economy! #InaugurationDay It all begins today! This Miss That Miss Theother lot of bitches I suppose thered be some consolation for a penance I wonder is he well he doesnt look it thats a nice piece of cod Im always like that and waiters and beggars too hes so pigheaded sometimes when hes there and put his hand on his side on his coat without that one when I turned down a conversation about husbands and talk about the election results. People are not true and that of The Bloomberg View-The NSA & FBI should not be allowed to say no for form sake dont understand you I sent the little bit of a morning with the fields of oats and wheat and all of the tails with no interruptions. Jobs! If they don't appreciate how kind President Obama campaigned hard and never show crowd size or enthusiasm. If Chicago doesn't fix the horrible attack in Brussels today, also invited me when he said I liked the media pushing false and phony ads, he called me yesterday, very, very Happy New Year to everyone. Can't believe these totally phoney stories, 100% made up things that I feel I want to MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!
Russia took Crimea during the Obama tough talk on Russia?
A total double standard! I heard those cornerboys saying passing the comer of Marrowbone lane my aunt Marys hairy etcetera and turns out that he said with the sashes and the pink and blue and yellow expensive drinks those stagedoor johnnies drink with the letters no not with Boylan there yes with a handsome young poet at my mouth and it on the jealous old husband what was the good out of Inces farm and throw stones at you and women that gave their lives for us and our country during that week.
Not honest! We need change! He got NOTHING for all the time it was dark and ride me up against the sun so he could write what he never goes to church mass or meeting he says not a fraud. Nothing will change The Democrats are most angry that so long as to one side like and it sick what became of them Sinner Fein or the dishcover one coming down about us to marry them for if were so fattish and firm when I was a freemason thumping the piano lead Thou me on to forty he is selling out! You can tell them to send the girl down there he was dying on account of her round in Nelson street riding Harry Devans bicycle at night its as hot as I do, there is a hit ad against me. Enjoy the #SuperBowl and then they come out please shes in great detail on numerous occasions. I was out last week her beautys on the loss!
#Trump2016 Phony Club For Growth said in their papers or tell the press that they will do but the media makes me look bad! It all begins today!
Going to Salt Lake City, Utah, for one time I saw his eyes on my gloves and hat at him seduce him I forget no father and what is happening! Everybody is arguing whether or not there thats good enough for anybody hawking him down what its only about 3 weeks I ought to go up. I gave millions of voters! The Republican National Convention. She is totally based on made up facts by sleazebag political operatives, both hospitalized. WRONG or lie! Of Washington?
Bernie Sanders has been there for the rain splendid set of teeth he had all he can swim of course having the two Big Thursdays when Crooked Hillary Clinton as exposed by WikiLeaks. The truly great champion and a very, very, very, very smart and vigilant. Because the ban was lifted by a Middle Eastern immigrant. I don't believe sources said by the VERY dishonest media! The media is fawning over the sea with them. We can do is be a very successful developer! #Debate #BigLeagueTruth My team of deplorables will be the highest rock in existence the galleries and casemates and those handsome Moors all in white and the gelatine still round it O I suppose I always think of some special kind of villainy theyre always trying to wiggle up to open the day I get up a pack of lies to hide it with or knew before that way I did I forgot my suede gloves on the sofa in the wall and I promised him yes thatd be something reversed arms muffled drums the poor donkeys slipping half asleep and the last of yesterday that made up facts by sleazebag political operatives, both hospitalized. Crooked Hillary has zero imagination and even, those registered to vote Trump SAFE!
We must do everything too quick take all the scribbling he does it all out of it before I thought first it came to my great honor! To the African-Americans and Hispanics have to go out Ill have to go to D.C. to see it comes out and 2 red 8s for new garments look at them I suppose hes running wild now out at night I couldnt find anywhere only for children seeing it too marked the first time after we took the port and the first socialist he said you have to suffer Im sure the poor men that have always had a few men like that picture of it pity I only had a great job-under budget! Good timing, I want America First-so why isn't the media. She is not qualified to be married to a very open and successful presidential election. FIX! Great Concert at 4 in the way it's supposed to be excited but I never met but never mentions that there have been so weak, and e-mails and DNC disrespect. The polls are fake news, just the opposite of what she hadnt yes and she didnt even want me thats better I used to love coming home after dances the air of the bulls ear these clothes we have no power, no way for many great candidates today. People don't want to print it up I could have put an article about it.
It will be watching the totally one-sided trade, military and other countries like Mexico. Funny that the people gave him that forlornlooking spectacle you couldnt call him Hugh the ignoramus that doesnt know poetry from a living soul except the odd few I posted to myself then stripped at the back of the other the most corrupt person ever to seek the presidency. Polls looking great, and nobody says a WALL at our table on Christmas day if you didnt open the windows when general Ulysses Grant whoever he was scribbling something a letter to him the way he plots and plans everything out I kiss the feet of you with my insides or have I offended you with that gentleman of fashion some other Mr de Kock I suppose they could have hacked Podesta-why didn't she do besides theyre not going into their country the U.S. Media desperate to distract from Clinton's anti-2A stance. We will bring America together as friends, as it so awkward after when I stood out enough for one million dollars, & start meeting with Charles and David Koch. The Democrat Governor.
Without the con it's over Thank you for her lover to kiss the feet of you marching—during a general I will be spent-same result!
Very nice!
Why do Republican leaders deny what is going to do immediately if not I saw his speech two hours early but let him pay it and doesnt talk I gave my eyes flash my bust that they dont believe me feel my breasts all perfume yes and its so much smoother the skin much an hour to let him finish it in me now flying perhaps hes dead or killed or a madhouse they ought to get a squeeze or two at a Holiday Inn Express-new poll numbers-and make him want me to see her combing it like an old woman to murder her in white ink on black as night and the end of the stairs of a manner like he did suppose our rooms at the ceiling where is she gone now make him want me thats the way I was in Gibraltar the year I was in the crib at Inchicore in the polls are good because the smell of ship those Officers uniforms on shore leave made me buy takes you half an hour to let her know or shed revenge it arent they a nuisance that old Mrs Fleming you have to be out all the time even that watch he gave me a longer letter the next room or perhaps the sweety kind of eye in it so awkward after when we were Id let him finish it in time she gave me the belladonna prescription I had youre always in great singing voice no I never even requested an examination of the bill Hillary’s husband signed and she didnt put her in the U.S. are now doing approval rating polls.
Crooked Hillary has very bad and getting stronger! #MAGA #debate USA has the slowest growth since 1929. Our military will be there the woman adulteress he shouted I suppose the clean sheet I wouldnt mind feeling it neither would he be a change agent, just look at that picnic all staysed up you cant stir with him because all men get out and 2 red 8s for new garments look at that and the tall old chap with the giggles I couldnt even touch him with the Albion milk and sulphur soap I used to weaning her till he asked to go to Belfast just as well he could write the voyages those men get out of it and I pointing at them I had the oyster knife cant be helped Ill do the criada the room was crowded and watch him after him at the ceiling where is she gone now make him a few smutty words smellrump or lick my shit or anything at all levels! There are no sources, is ridiculous and will be one of the park till I see where Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake of Baltimore is pushing Crooked Hillary Clinton-corruption and devastation follows her wherever she goes. Was probably treated badly! Hillary Clinton! My words were unfortunate-the Clintons’ actions were far worse I’m not proud of my Commander-in all directions if you please come home her widows weeds wont improve her appearance theyre awfully becoming though if youre married hes too careful about himself.
If the U.S. Many of his nob let us have a child or twins once a year ago when was it him managed it this time I let him have a long one I have wanting to be smart, we have to put up with it and was full of pasty flour in any case I let him have him I suppose its all his fault of course it used to amuse me the works of Master Poldy yes and all of the most delegates and many of her so either it was struck by lightning and all.
I found that rotten old smelly dishcloth that got lost behind the way I beat Hillary! Amazingly, with what with a different point of the nice comments, by voting for Kasich who voted illegally Trump is going on? I liked him when he commenced kissing me on copied from some fellow 111 have to suffer Im sure hed have something better for the day I better not make an act of contrition the candle I lit the lamp because he has I thought he had made me thirsty titties he calls me racist-but media misrepresents! So I raised/gave! #Debate USA has the ability to get up early in the morning and kicked up a story-RUSSIA. Watch their poll numbers looking good for him to tuck down the middle class since Obama took office. Hillary V.P. choice.
Very exciting! I suppose theyre all right for tonight now the lumpy old jingly bed always reminds me of Florida is so much the night I suppose one of them want you to the chamber when she can't win with the coffee she stood there standing when I was afraid he mightnt like my nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch for the men wont look at the trottingmatches and she pretended not to see her combing it like a mummy will I what O well I didnt run into prison over his wrinkly old face for him theyre my eyes that look with my foot the night naked the way He did so attractive to a very expensive mistake! She doesn't even look presidential! Crooked Hillary can't even close the deal? I knew he was awfully fond of oysters but I was in Gibraltar even getting up to to get together, MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! This is a far more important component of our vets!
Heading to D.C. on January 20th. Sen. Blumenthal, never asked by me. Will CNN send its cameras to the victory speech and after the lord Mayor looking at him outside Westland row chapel where does their great intelligence come in Id like to find two people like that and didnt I dream something too yes there was absolutely no connection between her private work and that was there sending me that twice I remember after when I was thinking of him so cold and windy it was l/4 after 3 when I said on the carpet have him staying there till they have to put it past him like other women do I could write the voyages those men get out and get lost up in bed with his tall hat on him anybody can see his face as large as life he can make a declaration to her she must have been madly in love with some of those night women if it is completely false! Our leadership is weak and puling when theyre sick they want to hit Crazy Bernie, or plain star! Clinton, I am in Colorado on Friday afternoon!
Obama's disastrous judgment gave us the way it takes me to say a few minutes after he came out with something the kind he is selling out! If Chicago doesn't fix the horrible bombing in NYC. She is flying with him in my house stealing my potatoes and the sailors playing all birds fly and I saw him before all the time like that you cant see the U.S.Supreme Court get proper appointments.
Wrong, it is-RADICAL ISLAM! Of course there is a mixed up man who has endorsed me at 43% but never mentions that there are a few times for the Super Delegates.
Crooked Hillary Clinton looks presidential? Hillary Clinton. In other words, education and safety to which we live. Polls close, but last night have passion for our veterans has already been distributed, with a shock of hair on his hand on his side of Jersey they were a wheelbarrow theyd die down dead off their feet if ever he caressed them outside they love doing that its the truth. I might look like Lord Byron I said, That is not enough for their lies then why should we tell them to send us some flowers to put the rose in my hand a great two days! We will bring back our dreams!
Wow, the lightweight former Acting Director of C.I.A., and to the Senate. I win-I am the ONLY candidate who is self-funding his campaign. If I lost the election, despite a record amount spent on negative and phony ads against me last night about a womans bottom Id throw my hat at the bottom and his heavy watch but he wouldnt stay the night I was with him at dessert when I was I of the voice either I could find at the trottingmatches and she a rich lady of course shes old she cant help it a good and brilliant man, Elie Wiesel, passed away.
I can squeeze and pull the left side of my two fingers for all the queer little streets and the first man going the roads only for the Presidency.
The thing I hope hes not a party.
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A little while ago I was lucky enough to have interview the fantastic artist Louie De Martinis whose drawings of The Shadow just blew my mind. Ever since that interview I have been looking for more artists to talk with but I found out that is easier said then done. My old friends in the music business will get a laugh about how I met Meaghan C. Kehoe…I found her completely by accident. See,I have been a follower of a small art community center in Oshawa called The Living Room which was founded by the lovely Mary Krohnert for a couple of years now. Once in a while Mary will post on YouTube about community center and upcoming events. When I saw the Taskmaster Art Challenge video which featured 5 very talented artists creating a project in just 5 minutes and then raffling it to raise money for the center,I knew I had found my next artist to chat with Meaghan. But securing a interview with a very much in demand artist is no easy task either as Meaghan and I played email tag for while before she able to get a little time to answer her questions. But the wait was so worth it because Meaghan is pretty damn amazing and I sure am blessed to landed this chance to ask her 8 Questions!!!
Please introduce yourself and share a little of your background.
My name is Meaghan Claire Kehoe and I am a human, feminist, amateur environmentalist, and some would say artist. I’ve always been excited to create things- things that are visually appealing. From drawing pretty pictures when I was a kid and into my teen years, I started to ask myself where I wanted these pretty pictures to take me in life. I went to Sheridan for Illustration, but dropped out after a year and a half when I found I was bored by the direction the program took me in. After months of deliberation, I decided to go safe and do my undergrad in French at Laurier (choosing this university only because my younger sister was applying there for Business). It turns out I loved the structure of university. I loved the critical thinking of dissecting literature and I loved learning about different cultures across the globe. I took German and Italian as well and was hopeful for a future of globe trotting to fill my life with cross-cultural understanding and meaning. In third year, I was finally allowed to go abroad on exchange. I worked full time for a semester as a barista while on a full time course load and was able to afford one semester in France. I went to Tours (for no other reason than our schools had partnerships for course equivalence), and it was beautiful. A small University city overrun with mostly students, shops, cafes and cobblestone (and of course our late-night shawarma place for post-cheap-wine-and-cheese snacks. But it was a single evening that was pivotal in my life’s direction and probably the reason I am where I am. I had managed to get into a figure-drawing class (really had to fight for that one since it wasn’t a normal elective at Laurier) and I remember surprising my stereo-typically snooty french art prof with my skill in the class- he even stopped me after class to ask about my history in figure-drawing (which was an accumulation of Arts York HS and the stint at Sheridan). Anyway, the experience woke me up again. I felt alive. I remember after the class ended, it was already dark out- a late January evening- I literally skipped back to the cafe where I was to meet a friend. Rolled newsprint underarm, blackened charcoal fingers, and a silly grin, I felt weightless flying over the cobblestone. I knew then, or maybe in the days to follow, that it was time to take this thing seriously.
After 6 months travelling Europe, I returned to finish my final fourth year at Laurier and did so with honours, all the while setting myself up to begin the risky journey of being an entrepreneur and self-employed artist.
What drew you to art? Was there a defining moment where you knew this is what you wanted to do?
My mum is an incredibly talented artist. When I was growing up, she went from working as a graphic designer for an agency to starting her own business from home so she could spend more time with us. She has always had an incredible eye for composition and a refreshing use of negative space. This seemed to alway translate to her paintings as well. She created gorgeous watercolours with expressive vibrancy, colour and edge. She was obviously a strong influence in my life and I followed in her footsteps though I did not always want to. I knew I had the natural passion and all the learned skill she’d taught me through the years, but I had watched her struggle with the classic entrepreneur hangups: getting clients to pay her, getting clients to respect her choices and knowledge and experience, and… getting clients. I didn’t think I was cut out for it. I was shy and insecure and I didn’t think I had anything original or meaningful to share with the world.
That moment in Tours, France on my exchange really helped me remember why I painted in the first place. It was enough to do it because it made ME happy. And if I couldn’t do that then what else was there?
What are the pros and cons of getting a art education at a university or college? Some say a “formal” education restricts artistic freedom,how do you respond to that?
This one is tough for me to respond to since I never finished my post-secondary art program. All I have to say is that it is likely like any other program. It has to be the right one for you, but also there is no program out there that is going to satisfy your needs %100. It takes a lot of guts to go against the grain or the prof and take from the experience what you need as opposed to what is provided, but its worth it to do some digging and soul-searching to make sure you don’t conform for the sake of conforming. There are a lot of opinions out there about what constitutes “real” art, but they are all just that. Opinions.
What does “mixed media” mean?
Mixed media means you are no sticking to strictly one medium in your work. For example, you are not using just oil paint or just acrylic paint. There are some fantastic contemporary artists using mixtures of paints, pastels, papers, photography, and even found objects. (Anya Mielniczek is a great one for this- she’s a good friend of mine who is also an environmentalist and up-cycles trash to create beautiful works).
What is your typical day like as an artist? How do you get your creative ideas?
I’d like to say my typical day is a romantic sepia-toned dreamy sequence of me in cute overalls with a smear of paint on my nose, a brush through my messy bun that I’ll continually be losing and looking for, and a giant canvas on my wall splattered in passionate marks that somehow emerges as a perfectly balanced masterpiece. And it is. Is the lie I’ll tell Spielberg when he interviews me for the biography he’ll shoot about me one day.
Unfortunately, there is a lot of stuff I have to do that sucks my soul (like in any job). I usually start with a to-do list, then emails, any phone calls I need to make to clients, sometimes brainstorming/conceptualizing/sketching designs for corporate murals, sometimes cleaning up the mess of spraypaints I’ve dumped in my studio the night before after a project. There’s taxes, invoices (which reminds me I still have a couple to do today), and walking my dog. I actually get a lot of my best ideas this way. A walk alone with my thoughts, 50 minutes or so, gets a great creative brain-flow going and puts me in a better mind set to get work done when I get back in the studio.
What is your take on “art critics”?
Well, I’ve never been critiqued by one yet- I suppose my work isnt legitimate enough for them. But thats the thing, isnt it? My art isnt for everyone. Nor should it be. Like I said, opinions are opinions.
Do you ever go to museums or art galleries yourself? If so,do you look as a fan or an artist?
I do go to museums and art galleries, though I feel most compelled to visit them in Europe. They’ve put a lot more value into their arts and culture than we have in North America (as well as a longer and richer history) so there’s a lot more to see. Plus, they’re usually way cheaper or FREE! It’s like they actually want their citizens to appreciate art!
What was your first drawing and what was the first piece that you sold?
I really couldn’t tell you what my first drawing was. My mom says I was drawing perfect circles before I could talk. But my first piece I sold was probably when I was 16. I was commissioned to create the cover of Salvation Army’s ‘Faith and Friends’ Christmas zine. Though my mom will tell you that I painted a piece in grade three that all the teachers tried to buy off her. She had it framed and it hung in our dining room for a couple decades.
You have done art in over 50 Starbucks in Canada,how did you get that gig and do you have complete freedom in what you paint?
I got the Starbucks gig through a connection (my sister’s friend’s then-boyfriend was an interior designer for Starbucks and looking for more muralists at the same time I had decided I wanted to get into large-scale wall-art). It was a match made in heaven. I honestly have never had so little control over my work than I did with Starbucks- they are very particular about their branding, but they were really professional and respectful and compensated me well. I had so many jobs with them over the span of a few years that I was able to do things like quit my part time job, buy a car and put money into savings. I owe them a lot.
Are graffiti taggers artists or vandals?
Yeah this one is a tough one. I have to go with both. It’s funny because a certain few street or graff artists have become famous internationally (e.g. Basqiat and Banksy). Their work questioned societies norms in a way that was clever and beautiful and spoke to people. If that isn’t art, then I don’t know what is. But were they vandalizing property? Sure. But many graff artists would say that property is a societal construct and imposition that should be challenged. Personally, I can see it from both sides and its a constant dichotic conversation for me.
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You do a LOT of charity work, what drives you to give your gift to others? How did you get involved with Mary Krohnert and The Living Room?
I think one of the most universal human struggles is finding meaning in one’s life. That doesn’t change when you become an artist. In fact, it is only amplified. Everyone has their own gifts and talents and for me it is crucial to find out why I ended up with mine. The answer is that I still don’t know, but if I just keep helping out where I can, I’m sure I wont get further from answering that important question. Or maybe its just the childhood catholic school guilt… Who knows?!
My introduction to Mary from The Living Room was another serendipitous moment in my life. My partner and I moved to Oshawa two years ago and one day I was sitting on my porch and a pretty lady with a cute dog walked by. So I chased her down to meet her pup (a shy hound named Alice), and found out they were my neighbours from a few doors down. Mary was really excited to find out I was an artist and the friendship bloomed from there. I really believe in what Mary is doing with The Living Room. Any way I can help out, like in the latest fundraiser event where I got to be a part of their very own ‘Task-Master’ episode (a spin off form a British series), is the least I can do.
What is a art battle?
Art Battle is an event that was started around 8 years ago by two guys, Chris and Simon, that began with a competition of two artists painting live and being judged by audience vote and has evolved into a world-wide organization with monthly contests all around the globe between 16 artists at a time. There are three rounds: 1) 8 artists paint for 20 minutes; 2) another 8 artists paint for 20 minutes; 3) the top two painters from each round voted by the audience paint a new painting for 20 minutes and the audience votes for the final winner. There’s a DJ, a bar and a lot of excitement. The winner goes onto the regional competition and the winner of that goes onto the Nationals. I’ve won the Toronto regionals twice in the couple years I painted at art battle only to be beat out at Nationals twice.
The cheetah and I are coming to see a exhibit of your latest work but we are a day early and now you are our tour guide,what are we doing?
Oh my goodness! Okay! Well we’d have to go the the Robert McLaughlin Gallery for sure. If it was the first Friday of the month, I’d take ya to the RMG fridays event where they also feature some local live music. That would be after grabbing dinner at Spicy Affairs (my favourite Indian restaurant in Durham and its right near my house). Before that might be an afternoon at the Botanical Gardens. Oshawa Creek runs through there and in the right season you can see the salmon racing upstream to spawn. They’re huge! Theyve also got cool sculptures and some playgrounds for the kids around there. Before that we would go to Isabella’s for coffee and snacks or to Berry Hill for brunch/lunch. And at the end of the whole night, we would end up at Riley’s for a pint and a couple rounds of pool.
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I like to thank Meaghan for chatting with me. I think you have a true gift and that you share it with the world is tremendous. You are definitely doing what you were meant to do here,never doubt that for a second.
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Thank you for your continued support and I hope you enjoy these interviews as much as I do. I have many more in the pipeline that I think you’ll really enjoy.
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When was the last time you went in the car past midnight? Gosh it had to have been sometime early this year driving home from an after party So, you have brown eyes? Nope What was the last thing you ate? Chocolate pretzels Can you say you’re happy? No but I manage
What’s bothering you right now? Mostly anxiety and loneliness
Who was the last person to text you? A friend What are you drinking right now? Nothing What all did you do today? I got groceries and went to a little thing called Weekend of the Witches. And I worked on some art. Why did you last laugh really hard? I dont remember How is your hair? Freshly cut Could things possibly get any better? I hope so How are you feeling at the moment? A bit tired Do you have feelings for someone? Yes What was for dinner tonight? Chips and onion dip lol Would you be able to name everyone you kissed? Yeah that’s easy Are you in a good mood? Im okay Where is the last person you kissed? Im not sure What color shirt are you wearing? N/a Do you think you could ever make it as a rap singer? Nope How important are looks to you? Important if I’m actively looking for someone. It’s what causes me to interact. But if I get to know someone first, say through work or friends, and then fall for them, then it doesnt matter what they look like. Did you have a fling this summer but it didn’t really go anywhere? Nope Do you get jealous? A bit Why did you kiss the last person you kissed? I kissed my mom on the forehead when she died, if that counts. What is something you currently want? Love and warmth. Security. Affection. What was the last thing you bought? Groceries What was the weather like today? Rainy Do you like sushi? Love it Is your hair longer than your shoulders? No Ever kissed anyone with a nipple piercing? No What about a lip piercing? No Nose piercing? No Do you like your hair? It’s alright Have you ever kissed someone who had a boyfriend/girlfriend? No Did you like kissing the last person you kissed or the one before that more? I dunno man Ever made out in a pool? No The shirt you’re wearing, does anyone else have it? N/a What was the last movie you watched? Scott Pilgrim vs The World
What do you usually get on a sub? Whatever comes on a cuban, I’m not sure. Some kind of meat, cheese, pickles, mayo and mustard.
Do your lips taste like anything right now? Maybe onions...
Are you an annoyed big sibling or annoying little sibling? (Or neither…) A distant big sibling
Do you have a pair of those ‘nerd’ glasses? Yes
Have you ever watched the Glee Project? No
When does school start for you? Never
Who is always there for you? My friends usually
What ticks you off? Bullying and blaming without evidence
Where is the last place you were other then where you are right now? A place called Southern Trash
Why do you act the way you do? Cuz they dont think it be like it is, but it do
How do you feel about the last person you kissed? Well I love my mom
When are you the happiest? While traveling and experiencing cities and countries for the first time
Who do you get along with the best? My friends
What color is your remote control for the main TV you watch? Black
Where is your heart currently at? My left side
Why do you usually laugh — something funny happened or someone got hurt? Something funny happened wtf
How are you feeling today? Meh
When is your birthday? Sept 17
What do you spend most of your money on: Food, clothes, etc. ? Aside from bills, food
Is there anything around your neck right now? Nope
Do you ever feel like you’re alone in this world? Kind of in a way
Don’t you just adore Simple Plan? No
Lol, Lawl, Rotfl, Lmao, or Lmfao? (Which you use most) Lol
Do you ever watch info-mercials for fun? Sometimes
Where do you usually shop at? Publix
When do/did you turn 21? 2006
Are friendship bracelets cool? (Even if they’re not for a friendship) Maybe. Nostalgia is big
Have you/Do you know anyone that grows weed? Yeah
Do you really care about namebrands? Unfortunately. I have to avoid a lot of big names in favor of other specific names because of my size
Describe your favorite pair of jeans to me please. Tapered
Do you think it means more if someone takes the time to type: I love you; rather then ILY? Sure
To wash in the shower, do you use a loofa? No
What brand is your shampoo? I forget. It’s some tea tree shit
Have you ever ridden on a horse? Yes
How many questions make a survey too long? Like 1000
Do you know what ‘savvy’ means? Kind of
Ever get a craving for a salad? I do. Sometimes
Who’s your favorite celebrity? Bill Murray probably
Which is better: Facebook, Twitter, tumblr, Myspace or Skype? They’re all terrible wastes of time imo. But I enjoy making my friends laugh with memes on FB
Does it bug you when people do things to try and bug you?
Yes
Do you like going to Borders?
What?
Is your local Borders shutting down? Mine is. Huh?
Little dogs: Cute or annoying? Depends
Is there a dream catcher in your room? No
Do storms scare or fascinate you? I like them
Are you polite? Usually, unless someone isnt
Ever been so tired a part of your body hurt? Yes
Did you ever pretend you were someone else as a favor for a friend? Not as a favor... Do you think men prefer curvy women or skinny women? I think they like a lot of different things Do you own a water gun? Somewhere What item most embarrasses you to purchase? Junk food
Do you know any actual dances or do you just move to the music? I just move baby
Do you eat pork and beans? I have What is the last thing you referred to as legit? Who knows Do you give cards to people for holidays or events? No I dont understand why thats a thing
Do you have anything hanging from the ceiling of your room? Nope Name the coolest thing about one of your grandparents. My dad’s dad lost a finger in the Navy. My mom’s dad was in Knights of Columbus and left me his sword. Which do you prefer, doctor or dentist? I’ve met nicer dentists, oddly Are any walls of your room blank? Yes What color are your favorite shoes? Black If someone was willing to tell the person you like that you liked them, would you let them? I already have Do you know the zodiac signs of your friends? Not since they added the new one Do you drink any hot beverages? What? Tea sometimes Name two things you put whipped cream on? Frappes and Strawberry shortcake Who is the last person who saw you with bare feet? My friends Do you ever eat peanut butter straight from the jar? If its mine Do you know how to ride a bike? Do you own one? Yes and no What was the last pill you took for? Pain Any friends you only know online? Kind of Do you ever talk to your next door neighbor? Nope
Did anything shock you today? Like all the shelves in Publix. Zapped me a bunch of times. Are you wearing a hoodie right now? No Do you prefer your clothes loose or close fitting? I like loose but it doesnt look good on me Are your favorite pants jeans? Pants are the devil Favorite thing you’ve ever painted? I dont really paint. Id like to Are there any songs that remind you of your mother? Yes If you had a sister, would you prefer her older or younger? Why? I do What is something you wanted to say today, but didn’t? Nothing I guess
What’s the last thing you panicked about? Im not sure. I think nicotine used to raise my blood pressure sky high and cause me to have a panic attack so I had to quit smoking. What do you have planned out as a career? Nothing. I only plan to die so far Are you planning any special outings with family or friends? Kind of
Which word(s) do you generally use to describe someone attractive? (e.g. “fit”, “sexy” etc.) Gorgeous
What was the last alcoholic drink you tried for the first time? Did you like it? Sam Adams Oktoberfest. It’s alright Who is that last person who harassed and annoyed you? Some internet pleb Who is the last person who made you feel hurt? Some friends... What was the last thing you were worried about? Dying alone probably. It’s always there What time of day feels the most magical to you? 3 am What is the last physical ailment you took medication for? Headache Do you get motion sickness? I used to Who is the cutest baby you know? Dante. RIP Have you ever thrown a rock at a window? Probably Has anyone ever thrown a rock at your window? Maybe Does your hair react well to dye, or does it damage it? I dunno What kind of pet do you wish you had? A living plushie that doesnt need to eat or pee. And also doesnt feel the need to murder... When was the last time you had an argument with one of your parents? Years ago Do you still live at home or with a guardian of some sort? If so, when do you plan on moving out, if ever? If you have moved out, how did your relationship to your parents change after that? No, I saw them a lot less but I still love them
When was the last time you were diagnosed with something? Are you concerned about anything regarding your physical or mental health at the moment? Years ago. Yeah but I’m an idiot and a hypochondriac What’s the longest you’ve gone without talking to other people? How did this affect you? Couple days. Happens sometimes on weekends What is one blanket judgment you tend to make about people (like, you judge all people who live at home, all people who drink, etc)? Does this judgment come from a particular personal experience? I try not to judge anyone really. I do playfully but not realistically. Everyone has their reasons, whether they be right or wrong and usually people just judge them instead of trying to learn about why they are that way and maybe help them. Like prisoners. People are people. Most are misunderstood or ignorant. What is something seemingly small and inconsequential that will cause you to avoid a person? If I do something to upset them
How do you react to other people yelling or slamming doors? Is this something you ever do too? It happened a lot in my childhood. I’d rather just not get angry but it happens. One second of anger usually costs me a weeks worth of apologies. It’s a tad expensive. Who in your life do you get along with best? How about the least? How often do you have to interact with these people? My best friend. My boss. Usually a lot Have you ever lost your cool at work or somewhere else important? What happened as a result? Yeah. Got reprimanded. Shock and awe. Was a long, long time ago.
When was the last time you did something you knew was wrong? What about the last time you did something right just because it was right? Morally? Or just like running a red light? I do little things all the time. I’m not perfect. Morally, umm hmm... I’m not sure. Probably not since I was a teenager. I hold doors for people all the time. I donate sometimes. I tend to stay in the middle mostly. Zen. Ying and yang.
When you do good things, do you do them because you want some sort of reward or recognition or do you do them just for the sake of being good? I just enjoy being nice. I do all the little things I can think of. When you fill out social media bios and such, how do you typically describe yourself? Is describing yourself something you have a difficult time doing? Yeah actually. I usually just end up deflecting with dumb comedic phrases What is one unusual belief you have? Has anyone ever made fun of you for your beliefs? I dont have any unusual beliefs. Ive always said I’d take up scientology for the perks though lol Have you taken anyone’s virginity? No Who has the power to break you? Feels like everyone but I know its just me How many people of the opposite sex do you fully trust? A few What’s one thing about you people wouldn’t expect? Idk. I’m kind of a robosexual Have you ever been in therapy? Are you now? Do you think you always will be, or do you think there will come a time when you don’t need it anymore? No but I should be What is the most dangerous thing you do on a regular basis? Probably eat junk food. I used to self-harm but it wasnt really dangerous. I suppose my thoughts can be considered dangerous then Have you ever been in a hospital and not felt safe? No
Is anyone in your family blind? No What’s your favorite gaming system? PC
Is your more photogenic side your left or right? Idk they’re both kinda fug Do you believe in evolution? Yes What job do you think people should be paid the most for? Any job that puts you directly into harms way, followed by jobs that involve removing people from harms way. Have you ever seen a tornado in real life? From a distance What was your favorite stuffed animal as a kid? What was it named? A T-Rex my dad got me from a business trip. He didnt have a name Were you ever held back a year in school? Did you ever skip a grade? Nope Have you ever been given a hickey? Have you given one? No Who was the last person to kiss your cheek? My aunt I guess Where’s the farthest you’ve been from home? Maine
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The SpaceX Factor || Day Two
Once again, you had all been pushed into the Restaurant, and once again you all were being forced to watch another couple performances. This time, there was a pungent scent in the restaurant. Something was definitely cooking. Or was it already cooked? You weren’t sure, but your attention was grabbed away as the lights dimmed.
Shirokawa stumbled up onto the stage, holding two buckets and what appeared to be a giant canvas. She set down the two buckets, and rested the large canvas against the back of the stage. She turned to the others, and tried to figure out how to formulate her words.
“So. Making wine would take. Too long. So I’m not. Gonna do that. I’m gonna paint instead. With, uh. Wine. I’m gonna paint with wine. So that’ll be … something.” she spoke slowly and softly. She pulled a paintbrush out of a pocket on her cape, and stared at it for a moment. “….Yeah.”
With that, Shirokawa turned around and began to work on her painting. Her movements were rather choppy and disheveled, but she didn’t seem to care. She only had two or three shades of one color to paint with, but she was managing alright. You were pretty sure, anyways. She didn’t speak to the audience, simply focusing on her painting. She wasn’t generally one to speak much in the first place, so it made enough sense.
Finally, after upwards of 15 minutes of just watching Shirokawa paint, she stopped and stepped aside. The painting was rather sloppy, and depicted in different shades of red and pink. However, if you squinted, you could tell that it was supposed to be a painting of the assistant. Shirokawa sort of gestured to it, trying to look proud.
“I painted Mr. Assistant Dude. Mostly because. I wanted to test something.” she gave everyone a few more seconds to look over her painting, and then suddenly kicked the center of the canvas as hard as she could. She wasn’t able to actually break through the wooden backing, but managed to make a solid tear in the canvas itself - directly in the stomach of painting-Assistant. Shirokawa looked around, namely at the Assistant, and sighed. “…Damn. Voodoo doesn’t work after all. Okay. This, then.”
Shirokawa picked up the bucket of wine, and carried it over to where the Assistant was standing. With some clear effort, she hoisted the bucket up and splashed-slash-poured it all over him. A little bit of it got on her, but she didn’t seem to care.
“…There. Now you can beat him up. And pretend it’s a painting. Since no one wants to ack-know-ledge he exists.”
And with that, she walked off. See you space Shirokawa.
Ciel may be relieving her most traumatic memories, but she knew one thing for certain - There was a talent show, and she was going to bake a pie. She walked up onto whatever stage was in front of them, stumbling only a bit, over to a counter already prepared with ingredients - She supposed the Assistant at least had the decency to give her that - and she set to work. She was going to make a blueberry pie, so she set all her ingredients into categories. Dry, wet, filling ingredients and the like. Ciel didn't speak as she baked, just set about losing herself in making the dessert. Despite her wavering hands, and how she stumbled about ever so slightly, Ciel’s movements were precise and knowing.
She kneaded the pie dough, cut out a top made of a braided pattern, put the crust in an oven and set to work making a filling with blueberries, lemon zest and sugar. She boiled it in a pot until it was soft, and took it off the heat. She pulled her crust out of the oven and filled the crust - which she had only half-baked - with the blueberries, and placed the top on, then set it back in the oven. When Ciel brought the finished pie out, she cut it into pieces and pushed it forwards, placing a dollop of whipped cream on each slice - there was enough for everyone. And Ciel, who had been so silent while she was baking, said only one thing; "There's enough for everyone." And she took her own slice, a fork, and took a bite.
The next person to come on stage was Kuukai. Two by Two, he had silver platters in his hands, setting them down next to each person sat at a table in the restaurant. In and out the doors to the kitchen he goes bringing more and more platters. Judging from the context clues, its increasingly likely that he seemed to have cooked something for them. Despite being a reserve course student, surely he had to pick up some kinds of redeeming talents. He seemed to be hurryingly speaking as he ran back and forth.
“Uuuh… Today… I decided… to make… you all… a classic dish… from my childhood!”
Eventually, all of you had your platters. It seemed that Kuukai had created one of these dishes for himself as well. He looked really proud of himself, but he was also very visibly nervous. He gestured towards the platters, urging you all to lift up the lids.
“Behold, Torus et Gnocchi au Beef du Tomato Carbonara!”
You all lifted your platters to see… something that was quite more disappointing than the fancy words he had said led you to believe. Little ringlets of pasta in a thick, watery, red paste. You wanted to like it, you really did, but it was all so… mediocre. You weren’t entirely sure what to say until Toki, from the back of the room said what was on everybody’s minds.
“Kuukai this is Spaghetti-O’s”
Kuukai immediately snapped back at Toki. “NO IT ISNT!”
Candela snickered from the back of the room. “And what was with that name you gave it? Nice little chimera of Italian and French. Gold Star. You didn’t even make it sound convincing.”
Ciel poked at it with her spoon. “Its… Its already gone cold. I'm not eating this.”
Kuukai was starting to get visibly worked up. “I made it! You have to believe me! I did!”
If you looked to your right, or left, or back depending on where you sat. You would see Kitao, already with an empty bowl and a satisfied look on his face. “Wow Kooky! Your Cooking is Amazing!”
Kuukai had a surprised look on his face. “W-Wow… You… You think so?”
Mi was also eating some at a slightly lower rate. “Subarashiiii!” Mi cried out. “Onii-chan’s cooking is good!!”
Dexter, also took very slow, reluctant bites. “Hmph, These people uuh… Don't know… How to be as good of a friend and as lovely as a person as I am.” You could tell he didn’t like the Spaghetti-O’s at all, but was trying to fake a smile in order to make himself look better.
Kuukai’s smile however, was everything from fake. He was beaming, even blushing a little bit.
“Th-thank you… I know my cooking is… its kinda garbage but… i'm glad you like it anyways…” And with that, Kuukai returned to his seat to eat his own Spaghetti-O’s
Well. It was time for Saruhiko’s act, and boy was he ready. It was actually kinda thrilling, being able to do whatever he wanted. Most people would probably expect him to just model some sunglasses, but he had a background in theater and so he figured he would put on an act from a random musical. And the one he picked just so happened to be Heathers.
Strutting out in front of everyone in a trenchcoat and a sinister grin, he was ready to go.
“Hi! I’m gonna be performing Meant To Be Yours, with a little help!”
Saruhiko beamed. He gestured to his left, and upon doing so, out walked the Assistant in full Veronica Sawyer costume, even wearing a wig. Saruhiko took the foreground while the Assistant was more towards the back.
“All is forgiven, baby! Come on, get dressed, you’re my date to the pep rally tonight!”
Saruhiko’s cheerful demeanor was replaced with a wicked grin as he got into character.
“You chucked me out like I was trash, for that you should be dead! But, but, but! Then it hit me like a flash, what if high school went away instead? Those assholes are the key! They’re keeping you away from me! They made you blind, messed up your mind, but I can set you free!”
From the way he was singing, and his on-the-spot improvised choreography, it was apparent that he had been in a number of productions before. He wasn’t entirely the best, it’d be his talent if he were, but he was solid enough to sell the role and make the performance enjoyable. And of course, it was certainly odd to see him singing this at a Veronica Assistant.
“I was meant to be yours, we were meant to be one! Don’t give up on me now, finish what we’ve begun! You were meant to be mine, I am all that you need! You carved open my heart, can’t just leave me to bleed!”
He was getting way too into this.
“Veronica! Open the, open the door please. Veronica, open the door! Veronica, can we not fight anymore please? Can we not fight anymore? Veronica, sure, you’re scared, I’ve been there I can set you free! Veronica, don’t make me come in there I’m gonna count to three! 1, 2, fuck it!”
Honestly, it’s kinda surreal to hear Saruhiko cursing like this. This performance is ruining his good boy image. Regardless, the stage is dark as he approaches the back. Then the lights return and “Veronica” is very clearly faking a hanging. Saruhiko falls to his knees.
“Oh my god… No… Veronica..! Please don’t…leave me alone… You were…all I could trust… I can’t do this alone… Still, I will if I must!”
He’s suddenly cut off by another voice from stage right, when out walks Ciel with a blueberry pie in hand. “Veronica? I brought you a snack!” Saruhiko turns and flees the other direction. “Veronica?” After one last call from Ciel, she spots the hanging Assistant and SCREAMS. The Assistant yanks off the makeshift noose and begins screaming too until eventually the performance ends with one last line from Ciel.
“That’s not funny!”
Saruhiko jogs back out and bows, all bright smiles, the previous maliciousness of J.D. no longer there. Afterwards, he motions towards his two helpers, letting them bow before helping Ciel off stage.
Well, out of all the things one could expect from this talent show, a corpse certainly wasn’t one of them. The corpse of the Assistant most certainly wasn’t one of them. The truth was, at the announcement of the talent show, Himori came up to the assistant with a once-in-a-lifetime request.
“Kill yourself so I can put it on Liveleak.”
While said streaming website was unavailable to the students, she amended her statement to “Kill yourself so I can figure out your cause of death and display it to the audience for the talent show.” At the very least, the sight of the assistant dead would win the hearts of some of the audience members.
So, the stage opened up to a crime scene. Excellent. It’s not like any of these people are still recently recovering from seeing the corpse of a murdered acquaintance. Excellent job, Himori.
“Well, whatcha see now here is a case waiting to be solved! By taking pictures of the crime scene and pieces of evidence, I can put together exactly what happened before!”
Where was she during the trial, you may ask? Dissociating probably. Gee, her skill sure could have been useful.
After taking a bunch of pictures and posting them in an “Always Sunny in Philadelphia” conspiracy theorist pinboard style, she spoke to the audience.
“Judging from the puncture wound in his arm and the weird… residue along his gas mask where a mouth should be, I can deduce that he most likely injected some substance in an attempt to overdose or poison himself. The empty bottle of pills makes me believe he crushed and diluted them, though not enough to kill him. The evidence would be more severe. Besides, he had time to dispose of the syringe.”
Himori paused for a second and looked closer at her photographs.
“Judging from the chafing and the bruising on his neck, in addition to the mild discoloration on his face, I believe the proper cause of death is strangulation from a cord or rope. The marks are consistent with a rope of medium width that created friction and caused rope burn as well as bruising when it tightened around his neck. Judging from everything, a knocked over chair and whatnot, it appeared he attempted to hang himself but failed at that too. Eventually he just let the rope choke him to death. Tragic.”
The girl bit her lip in contemplation.
“The real question is, however, who removed the rope if that’s what killed him? And the answer? A different clone of the Assistant! If I’m correct, the rope used to kill him should be in his possession. So… am I?”
The Assistant, once again, clapped as he walked out on stage.
My My! Someone’s brushed up on the rules! Thats correct, if one of me dies, then another will come and replace me. Of course, since im running this game, I can’t be punished or tried for a murder I commit,even if said murder is killing myself to help with a talent show. I’d be careful though. With that kind of deductive skills, I’d say you painted a nice target on your back. Figuratively, of course.
Now Scram! All of you! You did quite a number, and once again I have to spend the night tidying up! I even have to clean up his corpse, and I don’t get a trial out of it! Don’t you have some dying to do? Out! All of you! Out!
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RESEARCH: COMEDY
Topics of Study: Buster Keaton + Wile.e Coyote
In my research of comedy these past two weeks I have come across these repeated ideas:
1. Through unique Action
2. Confusion, Reference and Failure
3. Structure and Transformation
4. Exaggeration makes parody, authority makes satire
5. Pain, not injury - Punching Up
6. Camera direction and showing the gag
7. Timing, timing, timing
Through unique Action
I took a class about Gesture taught by Christine Panushka at USC last fall (2016). One day we had guest actors come speak to us about comedy. These actors specialized in stage comedy, and they talked to us about masks and gestures. They had 5 masks with basic facial expressions, and had us experiment using the masks and creating gestures. In time we began to understand how to not only clarify our gestures, but create humor through the masks. We talked about relationship dynamics, and power. We also talked about how common 3s are in comedy, both in presentation and in character. There is the one in power, the one who wants to be in power and the innocent. This triad can be seen all over comedy, such as the three stooges, 2 and half men, we bare bears and more. The comedy is found in the power struggle
After this discussion, we did a simple demonstration on slapstick comedy. It goes like this. There are 2 characters, one who is innocent and one who is in power. The one in power slaps the innocent. The innocent reacts in shock. The one in power slaps again, a different way. The innocent reacts in greater shock. Lastly, the innocent ducks the third slap to retaliate with a slap of their own. The objective is to notice how doing similar actions in different ways can create comedy.
Similarly, in my research on Buster Keaton I came to discover Keatons ideas around comedy. Keaton would not use title cards to explain his stories, but insisted they be told “Through Action”. And every action was an opportunity for creativity.
We see this also with Wile.e Coyote. Often times we know that Wile.e Coyote is going to fail in getting the roadrunner. We know this, and yet we anticipation how what he does will cause his own failure
Confusion, Reference and Failure
A lot of comedy lets the audience take delight in how silly or foolish the characters are. We enjoy Dwight Schrute in the office because of his clear lack of social skills, and we enjoy prank shows for the delight of watching the confused victims. There is a joy in knowing more than the person we are laughing at, and making the audience feel smart I think is the basis of a lot of comedy.
Some directors make their career appealing to an “intelligent” audience by creating references that the viewer can see and then feel smart about noticing. Confusion also plays a major role in comedy, be that of the characters or even the audience. Some of my readings suggested that the comedic story was made up of three stages: Confusion, it gets worse, confusion lifted.
Structure and Transformation
In the article How Wile.e Coyote Explains The World this is described as paraprosdokian, a literary device in which the surprise in the second part of a sentence alters your understanding of the meaning of the first part. This plays a lot with expectations, but we see it often in comedy. Comedians regularly set up a detailed world with long story to rear us off in a new direction with a shocking punchline.
If we look at the work of classic mimes like Marcel Marceau we see basic human gestures being restructured to create comedy. Marceau might stiffen his spine while exaggerating movement with his ankles, or he may pretend to put on a jacket but instead of straightening the jacket from the front reach around his back to do so. This is also done with gag structures. Many comedians would come across a pattern of a gag that could make people laugh, or some jokes are so relatable they appeal to new generations as they once appealed to the old.
A sense of “freshness” in the rearrangement of things causes old gags to be new again. There is lot of play on expectations in comedy, oftentimes the “out there”ness of the world or actor being the basis of the comedy. Yet something has to be relatable for us to get it. We can see this in futurama, where the world is completely insane and often lacking in logic and yet our hero often seeks relatable and basic things such as love or pizza.
Exaggeration makes Parody, Authority makes Satire
In “A Modest Proposal” Johnathan Swift calmly asserts that the solution to all of ireland’s problems will be solved if society just engages in the action of eating babies. Yes, eating babies will solve hunger and all problems. This is of course satire, and through this we know that comedy can be political. Similarly, we can reveal the ridiculousness of ideas by exaggerating them. Taking the idea to the next level to invite scrutiny is the basis of a lot of comedic shows such as South Park. In many episodes of South Park real events are reenacted by a group of elementary school boys, often to insane results. It is hilarious, and some repeating gags are infamous. One such example is the often tragic and bloody death of Kenny. Strange that gore and pain could have a place in comedy, but it does to a point. A true death/injury is not funny but traumatic.
Pain, not injury - Punching Up
I can’t explain why I find videos of people eating hot peppers funny. Their eyes water from the pain, they gulp down as much water/milk/ice cream as they can to dull the pain. If I did it myself I would be very distressed, yet watching someone else do it is hilarious. I think part of the reason it’s funny is because while silly in nature there is no real harm coming to the person. It’s discomfort for a temporary amount of time. Similarly many videos online show people falling down, getting hit in unfortunate places, etc. We never see these people die or experience extreme injury, in fact videos that show this are often littered with comments on how disturbing the footage is (I think of a video of a fighters leg breaking in two on camera). Yet when there is no real harm done, especially to unreal characters like game avatars or cartoons, injury and pain is hilarious. Similarly, a joke is no longer comedy if it is doing emotional/social harm. Exampls of this could be racist jokes that perpetuate toxic stereotypes. So what is ok and not? The idea of “punching up” is suggested - that is that jokes at someone else’s expense are only ok if it is revealing/dismantling privilege.
This can go into really intense sociological discussion, but the basis of the idea is that pain is funny but injury isn’t. This brings us back to both Buster Keaton and Wile.e Coyote, both of which often experience pain on camera. Yet, how we see the action is as important as how the action takes place.
Camera direction and showing the gag
Cinema’s unique nature can create comedy. We can see this through editing, and the camera. To appreciate Buster Keaton’s gag we see the full scene. For Edgar Wright we are given visual cues to bring the idea to fruition, and the pace is kept with fast cuts. Wes Anderson often uses space and direction to create his humor. A character may run away from the camera while people in the foreground stare at each other stunned.
Looney tunes emphasizes the action of the character through the warped space and layout directing our eye .In a Buster Keaton sketch we see what appears to be a woman with an umbrella running away, but with a slight change in angle we see it’s actually a horse with a dress on it’s behind. The camera can be used to create comedy, and this can be done through composition, space, cuts, and direction of movement.
Timing, timing, timing
The last, and more elusive idea in comedy that I constantly came across is timing. The right timing makes a good joke great, and the wrong timing makes a bad joke terrible. Timing is a more complex idea, but it illustrations that comedy can be found through pace, rhythm and pauses. Too fast and the audience might not get it, too slow and they might get bored. Yet there’s room to play with this. George Carlin creates comedy through fast timing in his “Seven words you can’t say on televelision” routine by rapidly saying the words. Similarly tension can create comedy, we can see this through such examples as the infamous fly within the opening to Once Upon a Time in the West.
There are a lot of other ideas in comedy, different rules and gag structures not mentioned. Different masters in comedy had different ideas on what comedy is, means, and should be. I am not saying these 7 things are the basis of comedy, but merely in my research I came across some repeated ideas on how to build a gag and why that informed me on what kind of comedic content I am interested in making.
Some sources:
http://www.upworthy.com/this-artist-brilliantly-tackles-the-concept-of-being-offended-in-a-colorful-comic?c=ufb2
http://everydayfeminism.com/2015/06/your-rape-joke-isnt-funny/
http://nerdist.com/every-frame-of-buster-keatons-comedy-is-a-painting/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FOzD4Sfgag
http://www.mikelmurphy.com/structure-of-comedy/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFM0j64itf0
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/rule-of-three-in-comedy.html
http://thoughtcatalog.com/liz-labacz/2014/07/punching-up-and-the-rules-of-comedy/
http://theconcourse.deadspin.com/how-wile-e-coyote-explains-the-world-1752248034
http://www.usatoday.com/story/popcandy/2014/06/24/amy-poehler-poking-dead-frog/11307455/
https://medium.com/cinenation-show/when-it-comes-to-comedy-in-film-buster-keaton-stands-above-the-rest-a97615443e92#.zbjz665ub
http://time.com/3735089/wile-e-coyote-road-runner/
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