#I WILL NEVER RECOVER

[lostintransist]

This has me choking back full on tears.

Simon has been "abandoned" so many times that this connection? Across the globe or whenever he can always reach out and feel his love reaching back. I just can't.

Connected

Simon Ghost Riley x Reader

SUMMARY: Simon gives you one of those trendy bracelets made for couples on Christmas Day. Literally saw an ad for it and immediately thought about this.

CW: SFW, wholesome, Soft!Simon, Christmas Day, established relationship, non gendered reader

The room was quiet except for the soft crackling of the fire and the occasional rustle of wrapping paper. Snow fell lightly outside, the sun making the snow glow with a beautiful sheen. You and Simon sat close together on the living room floor, surrounded by open boxes and torn ribbons. The morning had been filled with laughter and surprises both big and small, but Simon had one last gift for you.

He reached behind the couch and pulled out a small box, wrapped in baby blue paper and tied with a simple white string. His fingers paused on it for a moment before he handed it to you, his eyes holding holding yours.

“This one’s… different. Don’t know if you’ll like it,” he said, his voice quiet but steady.

You tilted your head, as you took the gift. “Different how?” You say examining the box and the little white snowflakes printed on the thin paper.

“Just open it,” he grunted, his gaze unwavering.

With a small smile, you tugged at the red string and peeled back the paper, revealing a sleek black box. Lifting the lid, you were met with the sight of two bracelets nestled inside; sleek, simple, and modern. One was slightly larger and blue, clearly meant for a bigger wrist; Simon’s wrist specifically. While the other was smaller and white gold - with a small skull printed on top (he had to stake his claim somehow lol) designed for a smaller wrist - yours.

“Wait… are these what I think they are?” you asked, glancing up at him.

“They are,” he confirmed, his tone gruff but softened by the emotion in his eyes. “Thought it���d be… useful. For when I’m not here.”

You picked up the smaller bracelet, running your fingers over its smooth surface. “They’re the ones that send a signal, right? To let the other person know you’re thinking of them?”

Simon nodded, his forearms resting on his thighs as he leaned forward watching you. “Yeah. You press the button, and it buzzes on the other end. Subtle. Nothing flashy.”

Your chest tightened as the weight of the gesture sank in. He wasn’t the type to voice his emotions often, but this - this was his way of saying he wanted to stay connected, even when countless miles separated you.

“I…” You trailed off, trying to find the right words to express your aching heart. “Simon, this is… it’s perfect.”

He shifted slightly, reaching for the other bracelet and sliding it onto his wrist. “It’s not much, but I figured… if you ever needed… or um missed me… or maybe if I wanted you to know I’m thinking about you - this would help.”

You slipped your own bracelet onto your wrist, marveling at how well it fit. “It’s more than enough,” you said softly, pressing the small button on the side.

A faint vibration buzzed against Simon’s wrist, and his eyes crinkled at the edges as he glanced down at the bracelet. Without a word, he pressed his own button, and you felt the gentle pulse against your wrist in return.

The exchange was silent, but it spoke volumes.

“This way, you’ll never be alone… even when I’m not there for you,” he said his voice breaking and filled with a rare tenderness.

You reached over, placing your hand on top of his. “And neither will you.”

The two of you sat there for a while, the fire place crackling as the fire danced. The world outside seemed to slow, as if the world was giving you this moment to savor.

“Merry Christmas, Simon,” you whispered, squeezing his hand.

“Merry Christmas, love,” he replied, his thumb brushing over your knuckles.

The bracelets weren’t just a gift but a promise. No matter where he was, or how far apart you might be, you’d always have a way to reach each other. A silent signal that said, I’m here. I’m thinking of you. And for both of you, it was everything you could ever ask for.

[holyblanchett]

This was such a brilliant scene I got chills. Lilia Calderu the woman that you are.

[overtake]

"Max, you're a bad man. Four in a row ... it's awesome, dude. Really, really happy for you, and you've been flawless and frickin' ... pretty spectacular. Yeah, obviously Brazil's a recent obvious one, which was insane - that was, yeah, very much 2016. Long story short, you're the man, and enjoy the fourth."

[nortedwayfinder]

I got sick so I drew my favourite genre: Tails using his buddies to perch.

[mydirtyvalentine]

well, i was onto something,

BUT AT WHAT COST ??!!!

calling it right now arthur’s gonna read oscar’s letter in the season finale of malevolent s5 (if not before then) and it will be when he’s at the castle

[alexturntable]

Leo’s paddock debut - Charles’ instagram stories - Imola - 17 May 2024

this is literally the most adorable thing I’ve ever seen

[propertyofwicked]

"look! a little crab"

[lioncourt1985]

everytime i think i’m doing okay i remember soon i’ll have to watch sam reid play a human lestat going through the ringer back when he was very gentle and naive and then i’m not doing okay anymore

[jkvjimin]

he is just... unreal ♡ cr. namuspromised

[lifid-er-tilgangslaust]

Justice for Five Hargreeves and the hard work, love and dedication Aidan Gallagher put into the character!

[notcryingtoday]

"oh another emily in paris seas-"

NETFLIX, DROP ANOTHER LOCKWOOD & CO SEASON, AND MY LIFE IS YOUUUUURS

[ech0thegeck0]

God. this show makes me so emotional when i watch it like… how do these adults performing as kids in a dnd campaign say so many lines that just wrench my heart out?? “that is the love of my life” Kristen saving Riz instead of herself, “i trust fig will find me” riz’s conversations with his dad, “are you okay with us showing this picture of your dad all the time” “yeah! i love seeing my dad, hes been gone a long time” GOD, adaines conversations with her sister, any mention of the neglect adaine went through, “kristen sacrificed herself for me..”, Fabian finding his true self after being in a severe depression, but they also say so many just insanely funny lines too “did yall…fuuuuck?”, “FIG GOT HER KISSES IN?”, “Get the tinkerers to make the tinctures in the tinkerer tent?” “tremendous!”, “Im gonna punch my dad in the face”, “IM A LITTLE SHRIMP”, “GORGUGS DOING A CRAB STAND” honestly the entire shrimp party bit GOD i love them

[akisyu]

Wish come true

[idliketobeatree]

NO WAIT ROB ARE YOU TELLING ME AZIRAPHALE HAD, ADMITTEDLY, THE WORST KISS IN RECORDED HISTORY AND HE WAS STILL LIKE "come back and do that again, please, right now"?????!?!??!

[parkjammys]

pin up Nightwing fanart by David Talaski (on patreon)

[totalherald]

I'm never recovering from this scene...😭

Not Louis just low-key hoping Lestat was gonna lash out on them, lmao, but the fact that Lestat stayed calm made Louis even angrier, I'm sure of it

#the level of pettiness is unmatched