#Aleks Adler

[imagoddamnonionmason]

Hiiii gooooose 😍

For the ask game for Ashley!

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Hola bonita <3 I have been thinking Ashley and Jr so much lately- I am very excited to talk about her and these questions 😊 👀

👑 - Person who raised your OC and/or was important during their formative years

The obvious two are Frank and Jodie Woods, her parents; they're a close knit family, very protective of each other and one of the people that inspires her most is her Dad. Her mum does, too, but that intense inspiration comes a lot later in life when Ashley finds out about Jodie's past. But as a kid and teenager, seeing her Dad still be fucking awesome despite being in a wheelchair, despite what other's might call limitations, he proves to her every day that you can do whatever the fuck you want and nothing can stop you. I know for a fact that the knowledge of Alex and Sarah Mason would influence her, too, even though she doesn't remember them - she was too young to remember them when they passed (queried passed away, regarding Alex). I think she would ask about them and Jodie and Frank would talk about them, the good memories, the memories not tarnished by their tragic fates. I think they would also do that for David and though I feel it's more of a tense subject for the boy, I think Ashley would secretly idolise those two.

Some more people that I think would have been important in her formative years would have been Aleks Adler and her children (I don't think she would really rate Russel Sr, just because she would have barely seen him. I'm also not sure in what capacity they would have ever seen each other in her younger years, you know? Maybe kinda in passing). I think Aleks would be very important because 1) she's the mother of her future husband and 2) Aleks is a part of her parents' lives and they see her often. She's that sweet family friend that's more family than friend, that Ashley would remember being able to turn to if she couldn't turn to her parents. And lastly, but probably one of the most important people that she had in her life is definitely Russell Jr, Aleks and Adler's son. They grew up together, were great friends, he taught her a lot and vice verser. No matter what, he was always there and supported her whenever needed. They got into a lot of mischief as kids, continued into their teen years and adulthood. They're definitely a power couple! I honestly don't think she would have turned out as balanced had Russell Jr not been there; they're kind like the yin-yang, yk? Two half of the same whole, but slightly opposite. I do think Ashley may have been more of a nuisance had Jr not been there to kinda rein her in a little! (But also, her sense of adventure pulled him out of his shyness.) He's just very important to her and if they hadn't gotten together, he would have been someone she would have fought to keep in her life.

🌹 - First relationship

OOOOOOhhhhhh I was thinking about this and I think she really wouldn't have been bothered about dating anyone until possibly her late teens; maybe 18/19? That might have been the age when she had her first proper relationship. I don't think it would have lasted very long, maybe a year? Maybe until the end of her uni/college days?

I may have to be corrected, but this is about the age that American's attend university, right? But it's called College instead? Anyway- my point is that her first relationship would have started in uni. She's left home, she's in a dorm, maybe it's a guy she shares the dorm space with and they hit it off etc.

(Again, I don't actually know how dorm situations work in America, as over here, England, it's essentially a flat of 8 rooms and it's mixed. I had to share with all genders and yeah people hooked up and relationships started because they met there- that's how I kind of imagine this.)

I do think that this first relationship would have deteriorated simply due to jealousy; I don't think the guy would have liked how close she was with Russell Jr. Maybe this idea that guys and gals can't be friends. Yet he'd be fine with her and David because "he's more like a brother to you, your parents kinda took him in". Flawed logic, yk?

I may have to work more on this guy's character, actually put a name to him, a face too.

Anyway, she would have realised he wasn't exactly great and would have stood up for her friendship - if he can't trust her, then there's no relationship.

💎 - Chosen family (including warband)

Chosen family would definitely include David Mason - even though it's not official, I think they would see each other as siblings. They were raised together for a time, between him visiting his aunts and staying with Jodie and Frank.

I think that other chosen family would include some of the other pilots that she trained with during her Top Gun training. You have to be close knit and trusting when in the air and part of something that elite - there's no room for mistrust and she'd say it's hard not to see the group as family.

Of course, the extended Adler family would become chosen family, too (even if at some point she'd love to light a fire under Russell Sr's ass. She doesn't out of respect for everyone else and an understanding that the past is in the past.)

Hope you like!! <3 <3

Aleks, Russell Jr and extended Adler family OCs -> @alypink

Also, I bloody love Jr and Ashley 😭 I would fight for them, tooth and nail

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Rose-Colored Glasses

We've spent some time ragging on Adler this week (every week). In fact yesterday a few of us were joking about how many of our OCs only tolerate Adler because of Aleks (@alypink).

Occasionally I get the urge to see Adler be nice to her. Because Aleks does deserve it.

And here's a comic of Aleks and Mila briefly talking about it.

tagging:

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💖 Happy Birthday Aly!! 💖

@alypink

Mi querida Aly. ¡Feliz cumpleaños! I'm sorry for giving you this gift so late. But I'm drawing you this gift with love! Thank you so much for being a beautiful and helpful friend! ~\(≧▽≦)/~

If I could I would fly to your place and hug you!! You have been such an angel and have been gifting me with countless invaluable gift. I wish I can repay you, but here's a drawing I can currently give you. Happy birthday and hope you have a wonderful and prosperous year!

Te quiero, Aly! 💗💗💗

(yep that's a Tom Brady tiramisu cake) (Those are Aly's cats Soap, Ghost, and Roach!)

[revnah1406]

Abby's unconditional love

A small drawing Collab with my pookie @alypink ! 🧡🧡✨

She is the sweetest kid when Aleks babysits her, she has so much fun with her auntie until a certain CIA husband appears. 🙄🙄

We are planning on bringing more interesting collabs!

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DISCUSSION

(not even a discussion but just gossiping in their free time 👁👁🙏)

"Well do you know that Felix… (gossips)" Aleks started the conversation as she sat on the cafe's chair.

"WHAT, HE DID??" Heather, didnt believe what Aleksandra just said. She could only just frown in response to that exact information.

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Heather McEthan- Mine

Aleksandra Adler- @alypink

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Disney TsumTsum! Price & Aly and Russel & Aleks

Your girl is on fire today to draw these things! ❤️‍🔥

Gift for @alypink ! Hope you like it dear! <3 I had so much fun!

[islandtarochips]

[MESSAGE RECEIVED FROM: UNKNOWN]

"Koa Nakiu.

Hope this message reaches you well. I've always wanted to say that you've been one of the closest aids I've ever met, and I'm grateful for your kind companionship. But now, with everything in my control, I just wanted to say this very thing to you — that I'm sorry.

I'm sorry that you went through all that pain just to come this far. You never deserved that in the first place. And I'm sorry that I have to let you go, as well. Maybe one day, I'll see you again. Because right now, we all are balancing on a tight string and a huge pit surrounding darkness is waiting for one of us to come down. I can't let that happen. I need to make things better, in my power.

That's why. I would only want you to tell the rest of our allies.. that they shouldn't worry about me. I could be everywhere, making sure you all are okay. Tell Aleks and Charles that I'll be fine, because I've vanished from the world now. Only for the sake of them, and for the world.

Your truly, Vorona."

Arthur's Note: I shall answer this one...with a ONESHOT story. Here it is! (And sorry @welldonekhushi for taking so long! It took me a while to find some time and ideas to get this right. Hope this is ok...)

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“Vorona? Who the fuck is Vorona?” Koa asked himself after reading this mysterious letter.

He had found it in his drawer after withdrawing himself from the party. The party that they are celebrating for winning the war. Him and the gang had saved Europe from Perseus who was about to release the Nuke all over the area.

And they have stopped him. All thanks to Bell for telling them the location of where Perseus was at.

Koa had kept staring at the letter, trying to figure out who would put this paper into his drawer before heading out to finish the mission.

He also questions how this mystery person knows his name and knows about Aleks and Charles. He thought it might be a threat but the way he reads sentence after sentence.

It…doesn’t sound threatening at all. It somehow makes him feel…guilty all of a sudden.

Koa rubbed his head as he felt puzzled. He wanted to know of who actually left this letter in HIS drawer and how they know about him. Until he smells a familiar scent from the letter.

He slowly put it up close to his face as he took a good sniff from it. The scent of a cologne mixed with a smoking smell from a cigarette. And then it triggered his memory of seeing someone recognizable.

Koa looked at the wall as he remembered now. “...Bell?”

He imagined the Russian man smiling at him softly.

“What the-” 

He looked back at the letter as he felt something bad had happened. Something happened that HE wasn’t there for the man he called his close friend and brother.

He read it again as his hand started shaking.

Why does he feel the heaviness in his heart?

Why does he feel like his body is shaking so much?

He folded the letter and put it in his pocket before walking out of his room. As he saw the gang is still partying. 

Park, Sims and Lazar were talking. While Hudson was getting annoyed by Woods drunkenly talking to him as Mason was just laughing.

And then saw Charles and Aleks were chatting away remembering a good time.

But where is Adler and Bell?

He walked over to Charles and Aleks as he got the two attention.

“Koa! Hermano! You’re missing yourself with the drink that you like!” Aleks said with a cheerful tone and with a bright smile; as she grabbed another cup that was on the table next to her. She walked up to him before she saw Koa’s expression. “Hey…you ok? You seem like you saw a ghost.”

Koa looked down at Aleks, seeing her worried expression. He cleared his throat before looking around. “Have you seen Bell and Adler? I need to talk with them. Or…make that Adler.”

Aleks pondered a bit as she tried to remember. “Um…well…I only saw Adler. I was also questioning where Bell was as well. But I didn’t ask him yet.”

 “Then where is Adler?”

“He should be outside smoking.”

Charles stepped in looking at the two. “What’s going on?”

“Koa was just asking where's Adler and Bell.”

Charles was taking a sip from his drink before looking around. “Hmmm. All I can remember is that it was only Adler who came in last. I don’t think I’ve seen Bell anywhere.”

Charles saw Koa’s expression had turned pale and saw he didn’t hear him. “Nakiu? Helloooooo? Earth to NAKIU.” He snapped his fingers in front of Koa.

The big man jolted at hearing the snap of the Professor’s fingers. “U-Uh- Sorry! I um…”

“¿Estás bien? What’s going on?’ Aleks asked as she looked even more worried for her Māori friend.

Before Koa could answer, he saw Adler walk back in. “I’ll be right back.” He quickly walked past Charles and Aleks as he hurriedly walked up to the CIA man.

“Adler!”

Adler turned his head to see Koa walking up to him so quickly as he stood firm. While flicking his cigarette away. “Yes, Nakiu?”

Koa got up to him as he took a deep breath and looked at him. Looking deep through this man’s sunglasses that he always wore wherever he goes. “Adler…I…I need to know. Where is Bell?”

Adler raised his eyebrows a bit after hearing that question. Before looking away to avoid the Captain’s gaze.

Koa knew something was up. He kept asking him that same question. “Adler. WHERE is BELL?” He saw him trying to turn away from him but he stopped him.

“Don’t you fucking turn away from ME, Adler. ANSWER my question.” Koa started to protest while blocking his way.

“MOVE. NAKIU. I got other business to get done.” Adler warned the Captain.

“The business shit is ALREADY done!”

Aleks quickly stepped in between the two before looking at Koa. “K-Koa, calm down. What’s going on?”

Koa started to point at Adler as he didn’t listen to Aleks. “Where IS he, Adler? I just want to KNOW!” He didn’t pay attention to anyone else except to Adler. He was so focused on getting an answer from this CIA agent. He KNOWS that he had something to hide.

He’s feeling impatient but did his best to stay cool.

Charles also stepped in before touching Koa’s shoulder. “Nakiu. You need to calm down.”

Koa shoved his hand away before pushing Aleks aside gently as he took a step forward towards Adler. 

The Agent took a step back as his back touched against the wall. While staring up at the angry Captain.

The rest of the gang saw this as well as they walked over to see what was going on.

Mason stood next to Aleks. “What’s going on? Why is Koa like this?”

Aleks was just looking worried as she wanted to stop Koa from doing anything stupid. But somehow deep down inside of her tells her to wait and see. “I-I…I don’t know. Koa kept asking Adler where's Bell…”

“You know…I was questioning that too.” Woods said as he took a step in. “Hey ADLER! Where IS Bell huh? I thought he was with YOU.”

Adler was silenced as he was just staring at Woods, who is a bit drunk, through his sunglasses before looking back at Koa.

The Māori man was towering over him a bit, he was DESPERATE to know where his friend, his ally, his BROTHER.

“ADLER. PLEASE. I’m begging you. WHERE is BELL?”

Adler was still being quiet as he looked away. Koa was getting annoyed at this. He took another step forward, cornering Adler, and glared at him. “ADLER! Where is BE-”

“HE’S GONE!”

The garage was in deep silence after Adler had yell with those TWO simple words. The words had cut so deep into Koa’s heart.

Aleks, Charles and everyone else in the garage were shocked to hear this. Except for Hudson, Sims and Park. For some reason...

Koa was just standing there with wide eyes. “W-What…?”

“He’s FUCKING gone, Koa! You happy now?” Adler said with an annoyance in his tone but with a small guilt mixed with it.

Aleks was covering her mouth in shock. While Charles was just standing there also being shocked and was gripping his glass.

Mason walked over as he touched Koa’s shoulder while glaring at Adler. “Russel. What do you mean he’s GONE?”

“What did you do to him, Adler?” Woods asked the question as he took a step forward while glaring at him.

Adler was silenced again as he sighed trying to find the right words.

Aleks looked at Adler with saddened eyes. “Adler…?”

He was about to say something before jolting at Koa, grabbing him by his leather brown jacket and getting his back slammed against the wall.

“WHAT THE FUCK DID YOU DO TO HIM?!?” Koa yelled, making everyone panic.

Mason quickly grabbed Koa’s shoulder trying to pull him away but he’s too stubborn and strong to be pulled back. “KOA! CALM DOWN!”

“Koa! Let go of him NOW!” Hudson ordered the Captain.

But he didn’t listen as he slammed Adler again against the wall. “WHAT THE FUCK DID YOU DO TO BELL?!? TELL ME!”

Adler groaned as he grabbed onto Koa's arms. “Let GO of me, you bastard! Get OFF!"

“Not until you TELL me what you did to the man who had HELPED us!”

“For fuck sake- LAZAR!” Hudson rubbed the bridge of his nose before pointing at Lazar.

Lazar stepped in and helped Mason to pull Koa away.

The Captain struggled to get out of their grip while still yelling at Adler.

Charles scoffed seeing this scene before looking at Adler. “Answer the DAMN question, Adler. What did you do to him and WHERE is he?” Then he glared at Hudson. “I know YOU have something to do with this as well.”

Hudson glared back at the Professor. “What made you say THAT?”

“Don’t play the dumb shit game here. You both are in the same agencies to SAVE the world but I know deep down that you’re just a bunch of BULLSHITS.” Charles snarled at both of the CIA agents. “So tell us the truth or I might reconsider Nakiu here to disfigure BOTH of your faces.” 

Charles gave them both a daggered stare as he took a quick swig on his drink down to his throat. Before Adler sighs in defeat and fixes himself up.

“The CIA had already put Bell under a death sentence. We’re only using him and keeping him alive for some information about Perseus.” Adler explained.

Aleks was confused as she looked at Adler. “DEATH sentence? What does that supposed to mean?”

Hudson stepped in to answer that. “Which means that he’s already no use for us after this mission.”

Everyone was stunned. Except for Park and Sims as the two looked away. Koa caught the two as he glared at them. While still being held back by Lazar and Mason.

“You two know about this DIDN’T you?” Koa said with anger.

“Hey man! I’m just a guy who solves problems! Which, in case you FORGET, that I provide materials for y'all. I didn’t know about the death sentence until NOW!” Sims raised his hands in defense.

“Yeah, by putting a SYRINGE into his fucking EYEBALL?”

“You WHAT?” Mason looked at Sims and Park with a dumbfounded look. “You put a syringe into Bell’s EYES? WHY?!”

Park motioned her hands towards Mason to calm down. “It’s the only way to get his memory back for him to tell us of where Perseus was at.”

Woods walked up while pointing his finger at her. “BULLSHIT! He could’ve died from how many times you have to put that in him!”

Hudson stepped in between Woods and Park. “Alright ENOUGH! Let’s just take a breather!”

Aleks was just looking at the gang back and forth before looking at Adler who was just standing there. “Adler…why would you do that? He TOLD us of where Perseus was at. And yet, you decided to…to KILL him?”

“That wasn’t my choice. He’s already on a death sentence under the hands of the CIA. It’s unfair, yes. Which is why Hudson wanted me to end him instead of them.”

“You CAN’T even think of another way to let him stay? O-Or let him walk freely just for a bit?”

“It’s not that simple Aleks-”

“It should’ve been simple!” Aleks yelled at Adler as tears slowly appeared into her brown sad eyes. She could feel a small pain piercing into her chest. “He TRUSTED us! He trusted KOA! He trusted CHARLES! He trusted WOODS! MASON! ME! EVERYONE in this fucking safe house!”

Everyone was looking at Aleks, seeing her for the first time being upset. Of course, she’s upset most of the time but not like this.

“¿¡¿CÓMO PUEDES HACERLE ESTO?!?” She walked up to him as she pushed him back. “¡¿POR QUÉ TIENES QUE HACER ESTO?!”

She started to hit him against his chest with her fist while still crying and yelling at him. Before Charles walked over and gently pulled Aleks away from him. He comforted her a bit before he gave a disappointed look at Adler.

Adler was just staring at Aleks who was crying as he was about to reach out to her. “I’m sorry…”

“No you’re not.”

Adler looked at Koa seeing him walking up to him. Lazar was about to grab Koa but stopped himself as he knew that the Captain needed to say something.

“You’re not SORRY because if you were you wouldn’t killed him.” Koa said as he blocked in front of Adler from Aleks. Towering over him again. He looked at the CIA Agent as he wanted to end him so badly. But Koa had been learning all of his life. Since the very beginning of him joining the army. He didn’t come this far to end with violence to someone who he was working with.

He took a deep breath as he slowly leaned back. “And even if you DIDN’T. You still won’t trust him.” He looked at Adler with sadden eyes before he slowly dug into his pocket and brought out the folded letter. The letter that he had found from his drawer.

Everyone was looking at Koa confusingly as they saw a paper in his hand.

Koa was just staring at the folded paper.

Breathing calmly before clutching onto it and looking Adler straight into his eyes. Through those ridiculous sunglasses “I’m done.”

Adler raised his eyebrows after hearing that from the Captain. “What?”

“I’m DONE. I’m done with this mission. I’m done with this war. I am done with you and your CIA bullshits.” Koa slowly looked at Adler with seriousness in his eyes. “I’m going back to New Zealand. Going back to the Army. And I would appreciate it if you NOT contact me. EVER.”

Adler was dumbfounded to hear this from Koa. It was unexpected that he would actually let one person who had passed. Could make him quit.

Koa then glared at Hudson. “I’m leaving tomorrow morning. I’m sure there are other people who would like to be your little PUPPET.”

Hudson was silenced when the Captain had pointed out to him. Which he looked away.

Koa kept his glare as he looked at Park and Sim. “I thought you guys knew better. Then being DESPERATE to solve or finding the answer.”

Sims rubbed behind his head and looked away. While Park looked at him with guilt as she rubbed her arm.

Koa sighed calmly before turning around to look at Woods and Mason. “Woods. Mason. It’s…an honor to be working with you both. I apologize that this meeting won’t last long.” 

“Hey, we understand your struggles. And…we’re sorry that this is a twisted night.” Woods said as he put his hand out to the Captain. “It’s nice meeting you, Captain.”

Koa looked at Woods' hand and smiled at him a bit before shaking his hand.

Mason also did the same with Koa and gave him a hug after. He appreciated this from him.

So Koa leaned back and gave him a nod before walking over while looking at Lazar. “Lazar.”

“Captain. ….I…” Lazar was trying to find words to say but seemed like he was too ashamed to even speak.

But Koa understands and just gives him a reassuring smile before patting his shoulder. “It’s alright, Lazar. I’m not blaming you.”

Then he got to Charles and Aleks. He slowly looked down at the woman who was crying still. He could see pain in her eyes as if she was blaming herself for not knowing the truth.

“Aleks…” Before he could say anything else. He suddenly felt Aleks hugging him. Koa showed his expression of being worried for his dear friend. As he hugged her gently.

“Lo lamento��” Aleks said it between her sobbing.

It broke Koa’s heart to see this woman who he called sister like this. He gently leaned her back and placed his hand on her cheek before wiping her tears away. “No lo seas. No lo sabías.” He said it softly before smiling at her.

Aleks was still feeling guilty when she saw Koa’s soft smile. She just smiled back a bit before hugging him again.

He chuckled as he didn’t reject another hug. And saw Charles was fixing his glasses. “Are you crying?” Koa cooed at him in a teasing way.

“Tch. As IF. I just got something in my eye.”

“Uh huh. Riiiiiiiiiiight.”

The Captain chuckled as he saw the Professor walk over. Seeing him sigh before running his hand through his brown hair.

Aleks leaned back and wiped her tears before looking at the two.

Koa and Charles were just staring at each other. Despite them hating each other, teasing each other and even getting on each other’s nerves. Koa knows deep down that Charles cared.

“Soooo. Wanna hug it out?” Koa asked with a small smile.

Charles rolled his eyes as he fixed his glasses before putting his hand out to Koa. “A handshake would be sufficient.”

The Captain smiled a bit as he took the Professor’s hand and shook on it.

“As much…as I despise you from the very beginning. I will be missing your annoyance around here. It will be quiet without you.” Charles said as he looked into Koa’s eyes. As if he meant it really well.

“Getting soft on me, Charlie?” Koa said with a teasing grin.

“DON’T make me take my words back, Nakiu.”

Koa laughed a bit before smiling at Charles and then at Aleks. “I…I’m really glad that I have met you both.” He said it softly.

“We’ll see you tomorrow when you go out.” Aleks promised as she wanted to see her friend one last time before departure.

Koa just smiled at her. “I would like that.” Then he sighs before turning to face everyone. “I’ll pack my things.”

After that, Koa had left to go to his room to get his things. Of course, he doesn’t want to leave. He doesn’t want to go away after everything that they have been through.

With some laughter, arguments and working together.

But…

It wasn’t the same without that ONE person that he deeply cared for. Hoping it’ll give him a second chance to change once and for all. And now…he lost it. AGAIN. ----------------------

Words: 3040 Characters (Left -> Right)

Koa "Hunter" Nikau -> Me

Aleksandra Clarke R. -> @alypink

Charles "Charlie" Moore -> @deeptrashwitch

Vasili "Bell" Sokolov -> @welldonekhushi

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Coffee and Communism ~ Aleks and Eileen

{Author's Note} A little gift for @alypink, who has been so incredibly supportive these last few weeks and I'm immensely thankful to her for it❤️ sorry this took longer to finish than I planned but I hope you enjoy it🫶🏻 Also, I don't know if the members of MACV-SOG slept in the safe house during the events of the game or if they stayed at a hotel and then drove to the safe house every day. I've seen both interpretations and tried to keep it rather vague in this story lol

Aleks belongs to @alypink

Eileen belongs to me!

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The morning was crisp and clear, with mist still clinging to the shadowy parts of the landscape. Aleks always made time to watch the sun peek over the horizon, fascinated by the way the light burned away the night's dampness. It was a slow yet beautiful process and helped her prepare for the day ahead.

Eileen approached with a pair of coffee mugs, steam drifting from the tops of both. She handed one to Aleks, who took it eagerly and wrapped her hands around the ceramic to take advantage of its warmth.

"I've enjoyed Berlin more than I thought I would," Eileen murmured, blowing at the coffee in her hand in an attempt to cool it. "Makes me wish we were here for better reasons."

Aleks hummed her agreement. "Maybe one day, when all this is over, we can come back, though Russ doesn't seem thrilled with that idea."

"It'll never be over," Eileen said with a sigh. "Our work is never-ending."

Aleks didn't answer, her thoughts drifting to Adler. This whole thing with Bell had put him on edge as he tried to control every little detail that could go wrong. It was exactly his area of expertise and she was thankful he was in charge.

"Adler is calmer around you," Eileen noted suddenly, her gaze remaining fixed on the distant horizon. "I haven't seen him like that before."

Aleks felt her cheeks warm. "Really?"

The older woman turned to face her, features appearing softer in the warm light of the sunrise. "Really. It's a good change, one I didn't expect to see in him. Based on my previous evaluations, I wouldn't have predicted such a shift in behavior."

That statement made Aleks' heart flutter in her chest. "He's got goodness in him, he just buries it," she said. "He needs a bit of coaxing sometimes."

Eileen smiled. "Well, I'm glad you can do that for him. It's nice to see him more... normal."

"Now you're just being dramatic," Aleks said with a chuckle. "Thanks for the coffee, by the way."

Eileen took another sip and hummed contentedly. "Well, you know what they say: a coffee a day keeps the Communists away."

Aleks barked a laugh. "They most certainly do not! How did you come up with something like that?"

Eileen chortled, hiding her grin behind her mug. Aleks then rolled her eyes playfully and slipped through the back door after hearing the familiar rumble of Adler's car. She was preparing another cup of coffee for him just as he walked in.

"Mornin'," he muttered, his voice still thick with sleep as he joined her side. His sunglasses hid the shadows beneath his eyes, though he'd never admit just how exhausted he was, even to Aleks. He had gotten good at masking it.

"Morning, Russ," Aleks greeted and handed him his coffee with a gentle smile. "How'd you sleep?"

The man shrugged, more focused on how the drink warmed his insides and brought clarity to his fogged mind than anything else. He sighed and cracked the barest hint of a smile.

"Thanks, sweetheart." He pressed a kiss to her temple before meandering toward the evidence board, the set of his features hardening as he prepared for work.

"Bell's starting to remember," Adler said suddenly. Aleks snapped her head up at his words, knowing the significance they held in such a delicate situation as theirs.

"Does she remember Perseus?" she asked worriedly.

Adler shook his head. "No, but it's only a matter of time. If we can just finish this before she remembers who she was, we won't have a problem. All we need is for her to tell us what Perseus' plan is. We're so close."

Aleks set her hand between his shoulder blades. He didn't like when they showed affection at work but with no one else around, she took the chance.

"She'll tell us. I know she will."

"How can you be sure?"

"Because... she wants to do the right thing."

Adler scoffed at that. "She was Perseus' most loyal hound. The right thing to her would be turning traitor and taking all that she's learned back to him."

"That was before. You've made her something different. I only wish it had been through less horrific methods."

Adler merely grunted, unsure if he agreed or not. But there was truth to her words and he just hoped she was right.

[yawnderu]

>Second commission for @alypink 💗💗

Adler's visage is oddly relaxed, nothing but pure calmness shown on his usually stoic expression. His cheek rests on his palm, using his elbow as leverage to keep himself up, blown pupils focused on the sleeping figure in front of him. Despite the violence his hands have caused, a newfound gentleness is displayed when he traces the outline of her cheek with his knuckles, the soft skin a sheer contrast to the calluses on his palms.

His head tilts slightly to the side, letting out a small sigh as he admires Aleks like she belongs in the most prestigious museum— her chest rising up and down with each breath she takes, plump lips slightly parted and tiny snores coming out of her, forcing the corners of his lips to tilt up into a sincere small smile despite himself. He moves a few strands of soft blonde hair away from her face, leaning down to plant a kiss on her forehead, cursing himself out in his head the moment she begins to stir awake.

“Good morning.” Aleks says groggily, raising her hand to rub the sleepiness away from her eyes, thankful for the blackout curtains they decided to purchase the moment they moved in together. Adler says nothing, his arm curling around her waist to bring her closer, her face resting on the crook of his neck, feeling her take a moment to inhale the lingering scent of cigarettes and coffee— the very same Colombian coffee she insists on buying every single time they go shopping.

“How'd you sleep?” Unlike her, Adler is fully awake, secretly taking a few minutes each morning simply to admire her like a work of art never once seen, destiny's gift for someone as flawed as him. He doesn't recoil back when her soft hand comes up to cup his cheek, tracing his wrinkles for a few seconds before moving onto the deep, dark scars adorning his visage.

“Much better now that you're here.” Her nose scrunches up teasingly as they make eye contact, earning a small smile in return. Though often away on missions, they both bask in these moments of normalcy, of having a normal life rather than making new enemies by the day.

“Go get dressed, I have a surprise.” Without giving her time to reply, Adler steals a kiss from her lips, his hand coming up to move her bangs away from her forehead just to admire her full face for a few seconds before getting up from bed, barely giving her the chance to see his large frame disappear into Mary's room.

Aleks' blonde hair blows in the wind, the way it gets all over her face as they try to set up a blanket on the grass drags an amused chuckle out of Adler, crouching down and setting a rock down on the corner that was previously giving Aleks issues, the cheeky grin he shoots her way only is enough to earn him a playful slap on the back of the head— much to Mary's amusement, her sweet laugh ringing through the field as they lay down on the thick blanket.

“You made this?” The disbelief is clear in her tone and written all over her face as she looks inside the picnic basket, taking in the plethora of sweet treats waiting for them. She has rarely seen Adler cook anything other than steak and BBQ— never anything that had to be baked or looked half as appealing as these pastries. He simply hums in confirmation, his full focus on holding one of Mary's plushies, play-fighting with hers as they finally get settled.

Despite the lovely sweet treats, Aleks' hands immediately reach out for the thermos flask, excitement setting in her core the moment the smell of freshly brewed Colombian coffee overwhelms her senses, mouth watering in an instant. She mouths a quick 'thank you' before pouring it on the plastic cup, closing her eyes in delight at how well-made it was. For all his initial coldness, Adler was nothing short of a box full of surprises, acting so casually about romantic gestures as if they were nothing, despite taking his time to thoroughly study Aleks and anything important to her, wanting to be part of it all.

“There's some chopped strawberries, too.” While Adler is not the most vocal man when it comes to romance, it comes as a second nature to express himself with actions, every single pastry in the basket has been mentioned by Aleks in the past when talking about her favorites, memorizing them even if they were briefly mentioned years ago.

He sits up, his calloused hands reaching out to settle Mary's tiny body between them, reaching out to grab a pastry and holding it up to her lips until she takes a messy, big bite. Despite the simpleness of the situation, there's always a growing pit of pride at seeing his small family having a good time, the thin smile on his lips not going unnoticed by Aleks.

“You should eat.” She points out with a grin, pushing the basket towards him until he grabs a Tupperware bowl with chopped fruit, fidgeting with the fork for a few seconds before sinking it into the biggest piece of strawberry, offering it to her. The corners of his lips tilt up in amusement as he sees her cheeks get rosier at the offer of her partner wanting to feed her with his own cutlery for the first time.

“Thank you.” She mumbles out, her gaze drifting away from his to calm her fast-beating heart, taking her time to admire the breathtaking view in front of them— the sounds of the strong wind hitting the trees and birds chirping mix in with her daughter's laugh, likely being tickled by Adler. She closes her eyes, basking in the warmth of the sun hitting her skin and the inner peace their little getaway makes her feel, her lips tilting up into a smile at how good life has become despite her difficult past.

A warm hand ruffling her hair drags her back to reality, blue eyes meeting hers as he leans down, his lips pressing against hers, moving at an almost agonizingly slow pace until he pulls away after a few seconds, letting the flustered woman brush her hair to fix the mess he purposely left just to be an asshole. A little treat for himself, of sorts.

[imagoddamnonionmason]

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOSE! I just have this WONDERFUL soft ideas for the BOCW OCs!

Since Koa is bigger and taller than Vasili, Charles, Aleks, Jodie and Abby. Do you think that the five of them might cuddle up or sleep on top of Koa like he’s a teddy bear?

Like when it’s time to take a nap or sleep. Koa wouldn’t mind of them sleeping on him or cuddling him.

Aleks and Jodie would be the first one to cuddle up on each of Koa’s side. While Vasili and Charles would be laying behind the two girls (whichever side) and having Abby sleeping on top Koa’s chest.

OH IMAGINED THAT SCENE!!!😭😭😭

The six of them who have went through rough times! Had finally got some peace and quiet!

I imagine that, perhaps, one time Koa and Jodie have been on a mission, they're travelling back; my mind sees the inside of a plane, or the back of a van. It's night, it's been exhausting and their mission was tough, long but successful.

Jodie tries her best to stay awake, unwilling to be vulnerable in such a way, but ultimately tiredness wins out over her will to remain awake and the next moment her head is slightly bowed and shoulders hunched.

I reckon there's either turbulence, a slight bump in the road depending on what vehicle you imagine (my brain can't decide which it wants) and Jodie becomes slumped against his arm. Koa would probably look down, notice that this woman is literally knocked out from tiredness. I think the teddy bear aesthetic here is adorable to imagine for him and can I just say that this is a show of trust from the woman. Another thing I imagine is how maybe Koa is napping in the safe house, sat on the sofa (can he fall asleep in any position cause he comes across as the type of person that literally could sleep on concrete and sleep well). While he's asleep, Jodie takes a seat next to him, puzzle book in hand and scribbling away at things, until he eyes start to sting and she closes the book. Then Aleks joined on his other side, having needed a reprieve from whatever work she had been doing.

Then perhaps Charles walks past, shakes his head at the sight but decides maybe they need something to cover themselves to keep them warm. But when he comes back with the blanket, he notice Vasili has situated himself next to Jodie, deciding to get in on the nap time (god knows what Adler had him doing, maybe he sent him after Jodie to give both Bells an earful or something and Vasili decided "uh no").

Now Charles just shakes his head again, sits next to Aleks. Before he knows it, the sleepiness has reached him. Abby appears and she's like "oh yes, best spot saved for me" which is Koa's chest and by the time everyone is together and asleep, the sofa is heaving with people. Of course, peace doesn't last forever and Adler comes in with pots and pans, clanging a load of metal together against each other.

No, seriously though, I think this is a lovely soft thing to think about and it shows how these OCs trust each other. I love it.

Thank you for the ask!

OCs:

Koa -> @islandtarochips <3

Aleks -> @alypink <3

Vasili -> @welldonekhushi <3

Charles -> @deeptrashwitch <3

Abby -> @revnah1406 <3

Jodie -> My lovely Gal <3

[efingart]

I just want to say I love your bell sm ❤️ I think she has a very original and different backstory and I love the fic (still reading it)

I’m wondering what your bell thinks about Adler and Mason?

Hey anon!

Oh wow thank you so much! It always makes me so happy when people say they love her and that they’re reading JWIN!

Adler

During the campaign: She always felt on edge around him. Confused because they were supposed to be close friends but he clearly was holding her at a distance. It hurt her and made her feel disconnected from the team. Like she had done something wrong. Or she wasn't good enough.

After: She hates him. Yes, she chose the Solovetsky ending but there’s more story there (spoilers). And even though they weren’t actually friends she still can’t shake a feeling of deep betrayal. However, she is mostly focused on her own redemption and unfortunately for her, he still has a part to play. And down the line, it’s doubly unfortunate when she becomes close friends with Aleks (@alypink ‘s oc) and realizes Aleks and Adler are together. They however remain close and Mila does like to remind Aleks she can do so much better.

Mason

During the campaign: It was like a breath of fresh air when Mason was around. She could handle the loneliness that came with not being accepted by the rest of the team for sure. But things were so much better with Mason. None of the weird tension. It didn’t feel like he was watching her every move. He treated her with respect and even joked around with her.

After: At first she didn’t trust him. She didn’t know who to trust. He did eventually manage to convince her he was on her side. And Mason is her greatest advocate. Through it all, despite his hatred of the Soviets, they developed a strong bond. Because who else would understand what she was going through? And yes, a part of her realizes that some of this is Mason trying to make things right because of what happened to him, but she can understand that. They're good friends and he is one of the few people she knows she can trust.

[adlerboi]

Holiiii

(I knew we talked about this but i wanted to send it here hehe)

So what would Anja do if after some time Aleks said she’d talk to Adler to maybe release Volkov in exchange for information and for help to know more about Perseus network?

Would she try to convince volkov? Or she’d probably not trust either Aleks or Adler? 🤔

Hello !!

Anja will want guarantees from Aleks. Because she will do anything to free her husband. I think she will try to convince him to speak if only it is for him that he will be freed.

The fact that she can see him will be a big event for her because she is very worried about him 🥺😭

It is recalled that Anja does not have many affections for Americans so she is suspicious, especially Adler because of his reputation👀

[revnah1406]

Holi Rev 😍✨

For the ask! Abby with 🌲

(She takes that to a safehouse Christmas party 👁️👄👁️)

I'm so sorry for the delay!! This ask is from months ago HAHAHAHA! But I wanted to save it for Christmas/new year hehehehehe!

🌲: Abby with an ugly Christmas sweater!

Hehehehe I had so much fun with this drawing!! And when I saw this Christmas sweater on Pinterest I was like "THIS IS THE ONE"

Woods gave it to her as a Christmas present hahahaha.

The safehouse crew is a little bit concerned, but Aleks and Mila are always supportive aunties hehehe 🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️

Thank you so much for the ask Pookie!! 🥺🥺🥺❤️❤️

I love you so muuuuch!!

I'll use this ask to tell you that I hope you guys had an amazing Christmas ❤️❤️✨✨

And I wish you a

HAPPY NEW YEAR MY LOVES💕💕

(I know it's early but I'll probably forget HAHHAAH love ya guys)

[ivqnx]

luv your drawings so much :3 the way you draw adler !! you have any wips?

Hellooo dear anon! 🤍🤍

Thank you for appreciating my artworks!

yes, i have two WIPs the first one is my collaboration with dear friend @alypink !

a little sneek peeks!

and my second WIPs is im trying to make an OC whichhh issss kinda hard since i don't have any ideas on how should i make it lol 😭😭😭

but im really tempted on making it!!!!

Thank you for asking and appreciating my works dear Anon 🤍🤍🤍🫂!

[mutantthedark]

Hi hi dear! 😃

Question for Kendra! Who’s her favorite person on the safehouse? Also what she thinks about Adler? 👀

(Bonus, whats her first impression of my Aleks)

Hola, Aly!

Ohhhh man, this is a tricky question who's her favourite person. 😅 Well, she mostly spends her time with Helen Park with reports. BUT, there's another one. It's Alex Mason. 👁👁 Kendra thinks he's a cool guy and can talk about anything.

What Kendra thinks of Adler? Hm, when she first met him, she saw him as a "cold - hearted monster." She doesn't like to argue with anyone and didn't talk to him that much because she never wanted to get on his way. They didn't get along very well. When Bell came, Kendra started to warm up a little bit to him.

And Aleks, Kendra needs to know her better first. Of course, Kendra has a warm heart and welcomes warm people who she meets. She will rarely ask questions for Aleks how are things with Adler and such. Both girls working on their own thing and having a cup of tea and coffee, having a warm and friendly chat.

That's pretty much it!

[islandtarochips]

Height Comparison (COD: BOCW)

I just saw one of @revnah1406 reblogged showing some information about the BOCW characters. And once I saw their heights. I was URGING myself to try compare their heights with my OC. Even my other mutuals! Soooooooooo.....here is the RESULTS!

Koa "Hunter" Nikau -> Me

Vasili "Bell" Sokolov -> @welldonekhushi

Professor Charles "Charlie" Moore -> @deeptrashwitch

Aleksandra Clarke R. -> @alypink

Abigail "Abby" Mason -> @revnah1406

Just look at ALL of them! And I wasn't expecting Lazar to be THAT tall. Like....DAMN!

Anyway, let me know if I got it wrong and I'll try to re-edit it!