#I am happy about having a face for Kino now though

[multifandom-nerds-blog]

And no I did not forget about Mel, but I also took a break between episode 5 and 6 so I could watch ep 6 with the machine herald and his glorious revolution in peace. I hope Mel gets to kick ass for the black rose killing Elora (a tragedy 😭) and giving her a hallucination of Kino.

Also that there wasn't really a mention of Mel missing in Piltover??? A bit weird. I mean, we were mostly in Zaun these three episodes. But like half of the council just died, then Mel gets kidnapped and Salo dissapears into a cult to be able to walk again. They did mention Jayces and Heimerdingers dissapearance for a brief second and how no one else can really figure out Hextech, BUT ONE OF YOUR 3 REMAINING COUNCILORS DISSAPEARED? Even if you got a police dictator with an whole army now, I feel like that should be more of a topic.

So yeah, I hope they do at least mention how weird that must have been like to the people of Piltover. If it's just a single line.

ALSO IS MEL PREGNANT?????!!!!!

[your-goth-sis]

Hello! Could I request Reiji Sakamaki x Fem reader?

Maybe fluff?<3

Thank you admin

Have a great day/night <333

HIII ANON!!! I'm so happy to see you, anyway here you go!

[based off of sleeping vampire asmr you can find in the game and on YouTube :3]

Reiji Sakamaki x Fem! Reader fluff

You were sleeping in your bed, after a long ass day of school with the Sakamakis, Mukamis and Tsukinamis (don't forget my boi Kino <3).

All of the were constantly on your ass about giving them blood, etc. Though they all became nicer with you. You woke up to find Reiji in your bed, the vampire you were most fond of and the vampire that was most fond of you.

"Oh! Reiji I didn't expect you to slip in my bed like that.." you rub your head.

"Did I wake you?" he smiled down at you.

"No no! I was resting my eyes but I'd prefer sleeping, but now that you're here, why don't we talk a little?" you lay on your side, facing him.

"Hmm, perhaps that's a good idea" Reiji said "Are you comfortable at least?"

"Yes! The bed is very comfy, I could just slip away in unconsciousness" you snuggle into the blankets. He chuckled "Such childish behavior"

You blushed "Hey!"

"I meant nothing harmful by it" he brought a hand to your hair, running his fingers through you hair. You moaned a little, feeling pleased.

"What was that sound just now?" he blushed a little "It just feels good" you explained.

He chuckled "How cute, well in anyways you should get sleep"

"But I want to talk to you more" you said, pouting a little.

"Very well, have you noticed the change in our bed sheets?"

"Yes, it's way more comfy!" you replied "What did you do with it?"

"I upgraded it while you were at school, and I'd like to hear your review on it" he looked enthusiastic.

You have him a whole entire review, he seemed pleased "Excellent" he smiled "I am glad you're fond of them"

Without thinking, you lean in and kiss him "I appreciate you 'upgrading' our bed, Reiji" you smiled at him sweetly.

"If you wanted a kiss, you should've asked.. Fufu~" he chuckled.

"I want another" you leaned in and kissed him again. Reiji snapped, just something in him snapped and he pins you to the bed "Oh my, it looks like my instincts took over, in any case you will pay for arousing me"

"WHAT?!" you screamed.

He chuckled "Fufu, I'm just kidding, though since this is what you want, I will give it to you" he leaned down and kissed you, while toying with your hair "It's.. So.. Soft" he said between kisses "your neck looks just as appetising as your lips" he slowly leaned down and bit your neck "Ngh..."

You patted his head, feeling the pleasure of getting your blood sucked.

"Are you enjoying this, dear?" he smirked down at you.

"Yes, darling" you smiled. He planted some kisses on your neck "Good" he stopped kissing and layed down on your chest "Hey, let's sleep like this, it'll be comfortable"

"I guess so!" you said rather happily.

"Good girl" he whispered in your ear, making you shudder. Before you could respond however, Reiji was off to sleep "Good grief" you put your arms around him and righted your grip, falling asleep yourself.

[golden-forge]

Ao3 is acting up for me so take chp 2 of Wedding Planner au (Meljay Microfics)

Prompt: Happy Hour

There were aspects of wedding planning Mel liked, and parts not so much.

Right now, she was stuck in the part she didn’t like. She internally sighed and withheld the urge to rub her temples. “No, magenta is not an accepted color.” Elora showed her something to sign. She continued to talk into her wireless earbud while signing off on the reorder of the ghastly mummy yellow table cloths to actual white. “I’m looking at the order right now.” She looked at her tablet that was connected to her phone. “It clearly states - You have it as well? Then why are you asking me what the color was on the order?”

At the top of the screen was a text message from a new number.

‘Hey, it’s Jayce. I know you’re busy but we’re hitting the happy hour today at the bar in the hotel like 5-ish. I can’t take anymore groomsman training.’

“Perhaps I can simply take my business elsewhere if you -“

‘Though if I’m part of Cait’s party does that make me a bridesmaid?’

“-if you…” she trailed off as Jayce’s texts distracted her.

‘Wait what am I saying? They’re both women so it doesn’t matter which side. This wedding’s training is making me dumb. Forget I said something.’

Mel lightly chuckled. The rep on the line voiced their confusion. “I’m sorry, a….friend. Sent something.” She cleared her throat. “Well? What are our options to correct this?”

‘But don’t forget about happy hour.’

***

Mel wasn’t going to go.

She really wasn’t.

It was almost like she was under a spell as she calmly made her way to the hotel bar. It was convenient, she told herself. The wedding reception was in the ballroom of the hotel and she did actually need a drink with how much she got done today. It had nothing to do with who invited her.

He had his back to her. She stood half behind him, half next to him as he laughed at something the bartender said. He had a good, hearty laugh. Made the air around him feel lighter and brighter somehow. The bartender was looking at her, which made Jayce turn.

She rarely saw someone’s face “light up” at the sight of her. Except maybe Kino’s when they were younger. Usually it was more thankful tears because of how much of a disaster their wedding would have been….or the sight of her would bring sobbing and spite after a case. But that was not her life now. Right now, Jayce’s brows went up and a smile threatened to split his face.

”Hey you came!”

”So I did.”

”Oh, here let me.” He quickly leaned over and pulled the stool out for her. “That too far out?”

”No. Thank you.”

She put her purse on the hook under the bar and calmly laid her hands on the bar top. It was a memorable place with the amber glass bottles along the walls and the logo of The Last Drop.

”Sorry, I started without you.”

She looked at the empty glass and the nearing empty one he was currently working on. “It’s expected. I’m two hours late.”

”It’s an informal thing.” He finished his second glass and turned to her with an elbow on the counter. “So what’s your drink? Martini? Wine? Champagne?”

She looked at the bartender. “Noxia Prime, top shelf.”

”Whoa, top shelf on day one?”

“It’s a short time frame to complete this project.” The bartender poured the amber liquid in a glass for her. She took a sip, letting it burn on the way down. She could feel Jayce’s eyes on her. “Have you tried this before?”

“No. Heard it’s strong.”

She offered her glass. He turned it and drank from a clean side - only to cough it up as soon as it hit his throat. She took it back with a sharp laugh.

”It’s an acquired taste,” she demurred. “Don’t feel too bad.”

He gave her a sour look as he drank his water. “That supposed to be a metaphor?”

She flashed him a quick smile with teeth showing. “Take it how you want.” She looked at the fresh glass the bartender brought for Jayce. “May I?”

He was still clearing his throat from her drink so he gestured ok with his hand. It was an interesting reddish-magenta color with a slice of dried pineapple for a garnish. She took a considering sip of it.

”Sweet and tart. What is that flavor?”

”Hibiscus.”

”I see.”

She glanced at him from the corner of her eye. “Bit like you?”

“Aw geez,” he let out a chuckle, his hand going up along the back of his hair. “Am I?”

Cute.

”I mean, I don’t know. Maybe? I just like hibiscus drinks.”

She took a longer sip. “It’s growing on me.”

[ladyzayismultifandom]

My Universe (Kino x Reader)

Kino x fem!reader Genre: Fluff (kinda corny) Description: After a few years of being attached by the hip, Kino finally pops the question

The day was horrible.

The boys had just been told by Cube Entertainment that they wouldn't get any more funding for future projects unless they exceeded expectations. They knew that the code for a new group would be debuting soon. All the money they make on their own would need to be stretched between them, but how with all these new responsibilities? Pentagon lost Kingdom, lost Yanan, Jinho, and Hui were in the military, and now Kino must be the leader he always could be, but the stress was out of this world.

Unsure of what to do, Kino took himself out to a small tea house to think. He needed some air that wasn't consumed by greed. The tea house was cozy and private, just how he likes it. Sitting there for a while without ordering anything, he let his mind wander

"What are we gonna do? What will the fans think? How am I supposed to explain this to my hyungs?"

Times have changed a lot since that fated day you and Kino met. Ever since that day, Kino has returned to the cozy tea house every other day just to see you. If you didn't already know he was an idol, you'd think he was a stalker. For an idol, his schedule wasn't all that busy. After a few times of him coming in, you finally asked why that is, and shockingly, he told you the truth.

A hostess poured some tea in his cup, the smell of lavender relaxing his racing mind. He looked up to reveal a beautiful stranger.

You.

"For the anxiety." You whisper before politely walking away.

Despite how horrible his day might have been, your generous act of kindness made him feel whole again. As he stared into the tea cup, all he could see was your beautiful face. Is this love at first sight?

Ever since that day, Kino has returned to the cozy tea house every other day just to be in your presence.

Four Years Later

Times have changed since that fated day you and Kino met. After several more visits to the tea house you own, he finally asked you out. If you hadn't known he was an idol, you would've kicked him out for being a stalker but you know now that he was just shy. That was also an act, though. The more you got to know him, the less shy he was. Almost overconfident sometimes. No matter what though you loved him just the same.

Kino has his own record label now promoting himself as an independent artist, making him a lot more busy than he was when you met him, but you couldn't be prouder. The two of you were in America for a couple of press events covering his upcoming album. As his interview continues, you stand to the side, so the camera is not on you.

"So we have reports that you and your girlfriend y/n have been together for about 3 years now. Is that correct?"

"Yes, it's actually soon to be four." He smiles giving you a small glance before looking back at the camera.

"We're so happy to hear that. The two of you are just so cute, and the fans love her. Should we hear anything about an engagement soon?" The interviewer taps her watch in a "times a ticking" motion, making Kino chuckle a little.

"I promise when she says yes, you all will be the first to know." You stumbled into the security guard, unsure of what you just heard. You two never even truly spoke about marriage outside of pillow talk, but everybody knows that doesn't count. As you watch the interviewer give her nod of approval to Kinos' answer before moving on to the next question, your heart beat faster as you thought, "When did he ask me to marry him?"

The drive home was a silent one, which is unusual for you because you love car karaoke, but you can't get what he said earlier out of your mind.

"When did you ask me to marry you?" You blurted out. He laughed softly. "Baby, you're still thinking about that?"

"Yes, because you told that nice journalist I haven't said yes yet but you never asked!"

"Do you want me to ask now?"

"Not in the car." You whined

"Why not? Ever since I went independent, we spent most of our time in the car. We got lots of good memories while driving. Our first kiss was in the car."

"Our first kiss was in the tea house," you corrected him.

"Cheek kisses don't count." He laughed as you playfully hit him.

Back at the Hotel lobby, you grab all your stuff and head into the elevator, ignoring the press taking pictures of the two of you. You've gotten used to that over the years. Surprisingly, some of the best pictures taken of you are ones where you're not paying attention, so they're only half bad. As soon as the door closes, Kino looks at you with nothing but love in his eyes.

"Why are you giving me that look?" You ask

"Am I not allowed to stare at my universe?" He asks, coming closer to you. Before it gets to your floor, he quickly pecks your lips leaving you wanting more but before you could jump him the door opens with a ding revealing

"Roses?"

Roses. A lot of roses trailing from the elevator to your room. You look at Kino grinning like an idiot. He takes your hand in his walking on the trail of roses.

"Oh my God." Security takes your stuff so the two of you can walk freely. You know what's happening, but it's still insane to think of. You make it to the door and stop walking. He takes your both your hands, looking deep in your eyes. If he wanted to, he could probably see through your soul, and you'd let him. Despite how confident he looks, his hands are shaking in yours. You've never seen him more nervous.

"Y/N, before we walk in there, I just want you to know that ever since the day we met, you changed my life forever. I don't know where I'd I be without that lavender tea. Even though you've made me thousand more, I'll never forget the first, and I only hope I've become a man worth pouring in your life the way you have mine." A tear rolls down his cheek, and you wipe it away before giving him a gentle kiss there.

"Oh Hyung-gu, how I love you. You've grown so much since we first met. We both have." You smile

"Did you really think I was going to propose in the car?" You laughed

"You technically still haven't asked!" He laughs, letting go of your hand yo reach in his pocket. Your hands cover your mouth in shock. This ring looked like something out of a fantasy novel, with, of course, both your birthstones in the middle surrounded by little diamonds. To make matters worse, he opened the door to your hotel room and revealed balloon letters that say, "Marry Me?"

"Well, will you be my universe for the rest of my life?" You turn around to reveal Kino kneeling with the ring still in his hand.

"Yes. A million times, yes!" He puts the ring on your finger, and you kiss him with all your might. Flashes of the future happen before you very eyes as sparks Flys in your mind.

You can't wait for the rest of your lives.

[dialovers-translations]

Diabolik Lovers LOST EDEN ー Kanato Ecstasy [08]

ー The scene starts on the open field of Rotigenberg 

Yui: Thank you for everything, Kino-kun. I’d appreciate it if you could pass my thanks to Yuuri-san as well. 

Kino: Will do!

Kanato: ...Just so you know, I don’t trust you in the slightest. 

You are my enemy and nothing more. Please remember that. 

Yui: K-Kanato-kun...

( I mean, it’s true that Kino-kun isn’t entirely trustworthy, but I can’t believe he’d say that straight to his face. )

Kino: Fufu. You have no filter, do you?

Kanato: Well then, farewell. 

ー The scene shifts to the forest

Yui: ( Anyway, I wonder why Kino-kun was so nice to us in the first place...? )

( He wanted to interfere with the Apple of Eden project, didn’t he? )

( Then I don’t really understand why he’d save us...? )

( Hmー ....I wonder if he decided it wasn’t that big of a deal after all...? )

( I don’t really get it, but I doubt the two of us can become Adam and Eve under the current circumstances... )

Kanato: ーー Hey, Yui-san. What do you want to do at Eden? 

Yui: Eh...?

Kanato: I mean, we’re going to live there from today onwards, right? 

So I believe it wouldn’t hurt to discuss the things we’d like to do.

Yui: Hmー ...Sorry. I can’t think of anything on the spot.

Do you have something in mind?

Kanato: Yes, tons of things.

First of all, I want to eat the pudding you make.

Once I’ve completely filled my belly, I want to take a long afternoon nap together. 

And then afterwards ... ーー 

Yui: ( Kanato-kun seems very happy. )

( Is this right though...? Can I really take Kanato-kun to Eden as if I’m leading him straight into a trap...? )

Selection

→ Tell him the truth (❦)

Yui: ( I should tell him the truth after all. )

( Even if it shakes him up...I can simply calm him down before his powers go out of control. )

( It’ll be fine...I’m sure I can manage it. )

→ I shouldn’t tell him 

Yui: ( I probably shouldn’t tell him, huh? )

Kanato: ...Have you thought of something you’d like to do as well? 

Yui: W-Well...Not really.

( He looks so cheerful...I guess I should tell him after all. )

( If I continue to hide it, I’ll only hurt him more in the end. )

( I don’t want to see him sad. )

Yui: Listen, Kanato-kun. There’s something I have to tell you...

Kanato: ...Yes?

Yui: I’m sorry for keeping it a secret. But...It’s very important, so I want you to listen. 

Monologue

And so, I told Kanato-kun,

about the situation in the Demon World. 

About how the things he has done,

caused certain developments,

in the already ongoing fight for sovereignty over this World. 

As well as about which role,

the Sakamaki and Mukami brothers will take in this. 

And finally, that if he were to go to Eden right now,

he might just find himself surrounded by many opponents,

who will try to strike him down.

Kanato: Hmm. I see.

They’ve all chosen to rise against me, it seems? 

Yui: Y-Yeah...

Kanato: Fufu, it’s fine. 

I have powers. I’ll make quick work of anyone who stands in the way of my goals. 

Yui: B-But...! It’s your brothers and the Mukami family who are at Eden, remember? 

Don’t you feel scared...or reluctant to fight them...?

Kanato: So? 

I honestly don’t care who my opponent is. 

I told you, didn’t I? I honestly could care less about what happens to this World, as long as I have you...

So I don’t really mind. I believe they can simply do what feels right to them. 

Yui: ...

Monologue

He might have to kill his brothers. 

Or alternatively,

he could just end up losing his life at their hands.

Despite that being the situation,

Kanato-kun did not seem bothered at all,

as he continued to cheerfully talk away,

about our supposed ���dream life’ (夢の暮らし)  at Eden. 

There’s something wrong with Kanato-kun,

he’s gone insane (狂っている). 

Still, perhaps I am the most crazy of all...

For being unable to abandon him,

despite of this. 

ーー TO BE CONTINUED ーー

[krabstick32]

Your Hand in Marriage

Pairing: Giyuu x Reader

Synopsis: Headcanon/scenario for how Giyuu proposed...how he asked you to marry him...how he popped the question

Tags/warnings: There is slight mention of near-death, but yes, all fluff apart from that!! Also, this can be taken as modern or during canon timeline, whichever works really

a/n: again, thank you so much for requesting anon!! apologies for taking so long :((( i hope you like it though 🥺

LINK to the ask: Request by Anon

anyway, please enjoy!! <33

When he knew you were the one, marriage was always in the back of his mind

You made him yearn for something he feels like could never have

He dreamed of living a quiet, peaceful life with you, to build a warm home and a loving family

And he wanted it so badly

But he couldn’t

Not when he lived the life of a demon slayer—a pillar no less!—not when they were fighting a literal war against the demons who brought so much pain to him, to you, to so many people

He didn’t want his family grow in a world where demon exists

You two talked about this already

And you’ve both agreed that you’re all fine with not getting married even if both of you wanted it more than anything

Your jobs were dangerous—one wrong move could mean death

Both of you entered the corps knowing the consequences, and have made peace with that fact 

I mean, you were open to getting married to him

and as much as he loves you, a lot

He didn't want marriage if it only leads to you dying 

this man has experienced so much loss already, he can’t lose you too.

And you respected that. You didn’t care much for labels. 

Marriage was, in essence, just a piece of paper to prove your relationship, and you knew that you loved each other too much to let a mere document dictate your relationship. 

You don’t mind just staying as boyfriend and girlfriend, you’ll take whatever he’s willing to give

One day, on his way home (to you uwu), he passes by a jewelry store, and sees the ring

Now, Giyuu was never an impulsive buyer, but the ring was perfect.

He could clearly picture it on your left ring finger and—

Oops, he now has a ring in his pocket

It would either be a real classy ring—you know, the classic engagement ring with a yellow gold band and a sizable diamond in the middle

OR

A unique and pretty ring that reminds him of you—a ring designed with sapphires and diamonds. 

(only the best for u after all uwu)

We all know man´s rich enough for it

(giyuu is a pillar. he can literally afford to buy everyone in the corps this ring, and still have left over money to have a lifetime supply of salmon daikon if he wanted to.)

When he got home, his stupidly impulsive buy just dawned on him and u bet he was awkward with you until he found the sneakiest hiding spot for it

((it was hidden underneath a shingle on the roof—a little overkill honestly))

Anyway, all was normal

But Gods, everything changed when the fire nation attacked when you were called to the Butterfly Wing.

He was finishing up on a mission with another pillar, Shinazugawa, and four other slayers (ranked kinoe’s and kinoto’s) when they ran into an upper moon.

And surprisingly, all of these slayers came home, bruised and a lot bloody, but alive.

As you were listening to the report at the Ubuyashiki estate for a meeting, you were relieved to hear that—six demon slayers, all alive after an encounter with an upper moon!!—but when you heard the entire report, your stomach dropped in dread and you dead-ass sprinted out the door to go straight into the butterfly wing.

(You can apologize to the Oyakata-sama later though he was a second away from shooing you out the door)

Because Giyuu—

Giyuu was there 

Your stupid, brave, lovable Giyuu,

Threw himself in front of his fellow slayers to take the brunt of the hit with lull, and so very nearly died when he got hit by the demon’s blood art.

It worked though, because now, the demon got distracted, giving the others ample time to deal with the minions

Once Sanemi and the others were able to lop its head off, the kakushi arrived promptly and rushed everyone back to the butterfly estate.

He woke up after a week. That was the extent of the damage brought to him by that near fatal blow.

First thing he saw was you

You were sound asleep right by his bed, slouched over the visitor’s chair in a position Giyuu knew was anything but comfortable. He was quick to note the dark circles under your eyes, briefly wondering how long you were there. You looked a little cold, so he moved to place the extra blanket from his bedside over you, but you immediately stir when you felt the slightest movement.

“Giyuu? Sweetheart, are you…?”

Seeing him awake felt like a huge bucket of water was poured over you. Any trace of sleep was gone from your body—you were wide awake in a flash, relieved and grateful that he was alive.

“Hello—“ His voice was a little raspier than either of you liked, but yours however, was fine, and healthy enough to to speak your mind. 

“You dumbass!” You hiss, throwing him a light glare.“Do you know how worried I was? How scared I was? I thought I was going to lose you!”

“I’m sorry.” He says, and squirms slightly under your gaze. He would’ve looked away, but he’s missed you a lot. Wasting a few seconds from cowering in slight shame and a little fear would be unbecoming of a Pillar.

“Don’t say sorry!” You were trying so hard to look stern and mad, but having the love of your life nearly taken away from you? You nearly lost him—all you wanted was to just touch him, and never let him go.

Tears start slipping down your eyes before you could stop yourself. Without a word, you wrap your arms over his neck, nearly straddling him as you buried your face in his neck. You try to memorize how his body felt against yours, clinging to him like your life depended on it—and in a way, it did. 

“You!—don’t ever do that to me again!” You cry, being mindful of his injuries as you hold him tighter. Neither of you make mention of how his hospital clothes were starting to grow damp. “If you die and leave me alone, I swear to the gods—!” 

“I’m sorry,” he says again, because what else can he say? He wasn’t aware of how close he was to losing you, until he woke up from the week-long coma. He made you sad, and worry over him, and he never wants to see you cry ever again. He brings you closer against his chest, and says a silent thank you to whatever god let him live. 

“You better be!” You mumble.

“I am. I missed you.” He drops his head against your shoulder, and holds you tighter against him.

Still mindful of his injuries, you return his hug tenfold. “I missed you too.”

Neither of you let go until Shinobu and Aoi dropped by to clean and redress his wounds. 

Afterwards though neither of you left each other’s side (I mean, it’s not like Giyuu could, but you get my point), 

Anyway, even if one of the butterfly girls or even Shinobu came in to give him meds—

He would always be touching you

Holding pinkies, even holding hands, which was a surprising, since he wasn’t much for PDA.

Another surprising fact was that Shinobu would only tease him no more than eight times per visit, when she would usually tease him nonstop.

You didn’t leave him for the entire week he needed to recover, unless it was for a mission (Oyakata-sama was very kind in giving you lighter, and easier missions—easy for you, hard for lower ranked slayers)

That night, you definitely stayed in his room (one of the pillars was kind enough to take over your patrol. it was Mitsuri), and slept right by his side. 

As you slept, he watches the careful rise and fall of your chest. 

You looked so peaceful that he starts daydreaming about what could be—a future with you.

His near death experience made him realize that if he didn’t marry you, it would be one of the greatest mistakes of his life.

You taught him to live life to its fullest, to live without regrets

And he knew he’d regret it if he didn’t get to call you his wife, even if it was just for a day.

The demons have taken so much from him already—his sister, his best friend

They’ve already taken too much

He’s not going to let the demons take away any more of his happiness

SO YES

This was the moment he finally decided to ask you to be his wife.

took him long enough

Giyuu knew that he wasn’t the best at communication

And he was really worried about you not wanting to marry him anymore. It’s been a while since that conversation after all

He wanted things to be as clear as spring water before even popping the question

So he decides to ask you.

He brings you out to the engawa and sits there with you, enjoying the night breeze and the view

You’d look very pretty under the moonlight and aaaaa

He wonders how he ever managed to control himself from asking you to marry him earlier 

Because right now

Giyuu has half the mind to just beg you to marry him 

He brings it up bluntly carefully,

“...How do you feel about marrying me?”

He brought it up bluntly.

You’re used to it though (you didn’t even bat an eyelash—what a champ), so you take it in stride.

“What I said before still stands, sweetheart. I would love nothing more than to be your wife, but if you’re not ready—“

“I am.”

Your neck almost snaps with how fast your head turns to look at Giyuu. He wasn’t far, just a few inches of space between your bodies, but you could feel his comforting warmth, and could clearly see his expression despite it being night.

“Are you serious?” You knew he was—Giyuu never was the type to joke—but you couldn’t help but ask. You knew he loved you, you knew he wanted to be with you for as long as possible, but him asking to marry you? Both of you talked about this, and you respected what he wanted and his reasons behind it, so whatever this was? It all felt too good to be true that you wanted to pinch yourself.

“Yes.” Giyuu carefully takes your hands and uses his thumb to trace soothing circles onto the skin of your palm. “If you’re fine with someone like me...” He places his forehead on top of yours and your heart just...picks up the pace. You’re sure he could hear how fast it was beating, while you’re made aware of the fact that your eyes were starting to get teary because everything looked so blurry. 

“Marry me, (F/N)?”

Him wanting to know if you still wanted a marriage with him, turned into an actual proposal

But neither of you minded

It felt perfect

You burst into a loud, giddy laugh, the happy smile on your lips wide enough to reach your ears. The tears start spilling over as you nod your head vigorously, repeating the word “Yes!” like it was the only word you could say.

Giyuu’s mouth curls into the sweetest smile you’ve ever seen on him, and continues to grow each time you ‘yes’. He puts the ring on your finger and you're struck by how pretty it is, feeling a sense of rightness wash over you. He feels it too as both of you take a moment to look at how perfect the fit is, before you look back up at him. 

By the gods, he looked so handsome with that smile on his face, you couldn’t take it. You bring your hands to cup his face, and kiss him for all you were worth. HIs hands wrap around your waist, and you grip the nape of his neck, savoring the feeling of his comforting warmth pressed against you. As both of you pressed your lips against each other, neither of you could stop smiling—you were both so happy.

“You’ll marry me?”

“I’ll marry you right now, if it was possible.”

“You really want to marry me?”

“I always did. I feel stupid for making you wait so long.”

“It’s fine, sweetheart, I understand why.”

He pulls away a little, pouting. “But I could’ve been calling you my wife earlier.” 

“And I could’ve been calling you my husband earlier,” You tease “but here we are.”

“...Maybe we can find a priest right now.”

You laugh and smack his shoulder. “We waited a few years, I’m sure we can wait for a few months.”

The two of you look at each other for a moment.

“Giyuu?”

“Hmm?”

“I love you.” You really do.

He smiles softly, taking your left hand and kissing the back of your hand. “I love you too.” He really does.

For better or for worse

During the next Pillar meeting, everyone definitely notices your ring

a/n: i would like to marry this man please and thank you (′ꈍωꈍ‵)💖

I have another request in the works, but if you liked this headcanon, maybe you’d like to see a continuation! I’ve got some ideas stocked up for “how they met”, “how they got married”, or maybe “how the other pillars react to your engagement”... anyways feel free to drop a request!

apologies in advance if it takes me another month 😔

[kyouxa]

Diabolik lovers Chaos Lineage: Shin Tsukinami (Story 10)

In terms of the gameplay: The black choices lead up to a bad ending, the white choices lead up to a good ending. Please no reposting onto other sites, ask me before translating this into another language too! If you enjoy these translations, please consider supporting me on ko-fi.

Monologue

It was the next day. And therefore, the time for us to sneak inside the Violet mansion finally arrived.

Kino-kun appeared to be as calm as ever. But Shin-kun on the other hand seemed to be really nervous.

I do understand Shin-kun’s feelings though. After this, we’ll be infiltrating the mansion his brother Carla-san currently lives in after all.

Shin-kun was unable to suppress his worries from me at least. Which left me with no choice but to hope for everything to turn out fine at the end.

Place: Abandoned house — Inside

Yui: (—Just the day before yesterday, we were simply exploring the Scarlet and Orange mansion…)

(And today we’ll finally head to the Violet one)

Kino: Look, today we’ll finally sneak into the long awaited Violet mansion. So far we’re just doing our warming-up exercises though.

Yui: Y-Yes.

(Warming-up experiences he says…)

Shin: …..

Yui: Shin-kun?

Kino: Say, doesn’t Shin hear you or something?

Shin: ...Ah, what do you want?

Kino: Hold on, what do I want? We’re preparing ourselves to sneak into Violet’s mansion right now, y’know?

Shin: Yeah… I know.

Yui: (Shin-kun… ? He does act somehow weird)

(I mean… we’re still potentially infiltrating Carla-san’s mansion…)

(Which makes it no wonder that he’s more than nervous, I guess. But Shin-kun…)

(There’s simply no other way around it, we might end up running into him… and if that’s the case then we have all the rights to feel uneasy…)

Um… Shin-kun?

Shin: What? Is something wrong?

Yui: (How am I supposed to phrase what I think?)

Choices

1) It’s going to be okay (black)

2) We’ll go through this together (white)♡♡♡

— It’s going to be okay

Yui: Um… I know I might not be skillful at that, but I’m sure everything is going to be okay.

Shin: Heh… I really hope so too.

Yui: I’ll promise to stay with you too.

Shin: You really are a good-natured person.

Yui: Fufu, thank you.

Shin: That was not particularly a compliment. But, I know I’ll be fine as long as you’re with me.

Yui: Shin-kun…

— We’ll go through this together♡

Yui: Shin-kun we’ll go through this together.

Shin: Heh, what exactly does that mean?

Yui: It means that, even if something might go wrong, I’ll always be by your side.

Shin: Guess I’m really no match for you after all.

Yui: ….. ?

Shin: I’m talking about those heartwarming words you can easily say.

Yui: (Ah… I’m happy… no, I’m very happy to be precise. It feels as if he praised me just now…)

end Choices

Shin: It’s okay. Thank you for worrying about me though.

Yui: (I think I ended up calming him down, at least a little bit?)

Kino: Hmm.

Yui: Eh? Kino-kun?

Kino: It’s nothing. Well then, it’s about time we head out.  

Shin: Yes...

Yui: (I just really hope we won’t run into any trouble this time…)

Place: Violet mansion — Outside

Shin: Hey, should we really enter through the front door?

Kino: It’s all right. After all, Carla and everyone else are currently outside.

Yui: Is that so?

Kino: When I was still living in the Scarlet mansion, I went to scout around here on Reiji’s command.

And that’s also when I heard that they’re going to attack the Scarlet mansion today.

So I thought we’d never get a better opportunity than that to sneak in there.

Besides, I haven’t even reported that to Reiji which means they’re undoubtedly getting run over by a mad rush.

Shin: Hmm, that will do it. It’s quite surprising that you thought ahead once.

Kino: Surprisingly, eh? That was pretty rude to say, y’know? I’m thinking over all kinds of things, okay?

Shin: I’m not quite trusting that.

After all, you didn’t even bother reporting that to Reiji. Does that mean you also schemed some sort of plan for us too?

Kino: Didn’t you just say you don’t trust me? For your information, I hate nothing more than dirty liars, y’know? So you shouldn’t ever do that.

Shin: But didn’t you just tell us that you kept information you were supposed to tell Reiji to yourself?

Kino: It’s not particularly a lie if I simply say nothing about it. The fact that Reiji didn’t hear anything about it isn’t my fault then.

C’mon, we can’t keep staying here forever, so stop worrying already and let’s go!

Place: Violet mansion — Living room

Kino: Heh, so this is how the Violet mansion looks from the inside.

Yui: You seriously can’t break anything in here, got it!?

Kino: Fufu, what are you being so cautious for? I wouldn’t dare to do anything like that here.

Yui: (If so, what about the other two times you caused trouble for us…)

Kino: I’m just wondering if there are any clues here.

Ah! I found another chessboard, and it’s in good condition. Heh, I think I’ve never seen one like this before.

Yui: A chessboard, you say… ?

(Thinking about it, even the Orange and Scarlet mansion had chess boards as well)

(What does that mean… ?)

Shin: Kino, you need to seriously start searching around or it will only get more difficult for us.

Kino: Yes, Yes, I know that.

Shin: Because this is quite a huge mansion, let’s split up. Kino will start searching through this room.

Meanwhile me and Yui will look more into the other private rooms. We’ll join you here again once we’re done.

Kino: ’Kay. See you later then.

Place: Violet mansion — Corridor

Shin: Until now we couldn’t find a single room with any kind of clues in it. There are neither dubious things nor notes laying around anywhere.

Yui: Yes, you’re right… maybe that’s because this is Carla-san’s mansion, and he considered getting rid of any clues…

Shin: So it might be as I thought, maybe there are no clues about this strange place or the mansions after all?

Yui: M-Maybe…

(Leaving that aside—)

Shin: ...Let’s go and enter the next room.

Yui: (Shin-kun… I know he’s still more curious about Carla-san than anything else right now…)

(I simply can’t help myself but worry about this situation and their possible encounter, since they’re supposed to be mutual enemies)

Shin-kun, are you okay… ?

Shin: What? Of course I’m alright…

Yui: (He showed me a really pained face just now... it doesn’t seem like he’s fine after all)

—I mean… is there anything you worry about, while thinking of Carla-san for example?

Shin: Well, obviously. I can’t help but worry about my brother’s illness… I keep asking myself if he’s okay.

Yui: So you’re worried about him…

(Endzeit, it’s a disease that only affects founders…)

(I know Shin-kun told me some time ago already, but I didn’t know the reason he’s worried about Carla-san is that his sickness might progress)

Shin: It might be that the symptoms calmed down due to this being a different environment and place.

Yui: His condition… we certainly don’t know about that right now...

(Even if his memories might’ve gone wild, the disease that’s inside his body probably still remains)

(But the last time I saw Carla-san it didn’t look as if he had any particular symptoms, nor did I notice any coughing…)

Shin: Guess this is the final room for the time being. We should look into it and join Kino afterwards.

Yui: Yes, you’re right.

Place: Violet mansion — Carla’s bedroom

Shin: This one here must be my brother’s room… you can easily tell by the stuff that’s in here.

Yui: (It really does look like Carla-san’s room…)

Shin: It feels kind of strange, doesn’t it?

Even though his memories didn’t return yet, he decorated his room with all kinds of drawings, that’s exactly like my brother.

Yui: Fufu, you’re right.

(It’s actually just like Shin-kun said. Somehow, this makes me remember the time I spent in the Banmaden…)

(Remembering this makes me really want to go back to our original world soon)

(And because of that, we definitely have to find some clues!)

Shin: …..

Yui: (Eh? Shin-kun? What’s he doing?)

Shin-kun, what’s that… ? A letter… ?

Shin: Yes, that’s right. I think this might be useful as a start for him to remember.

Yui: Shin-kun...

Shin: Well, I don’t think that this letter might be the reason for him to remember, but it’s at least something.

Yui: It’ll be alright. I’m sure this letter will reach Carla-san, and therefore at least transmit your feelings.

Shin: ...Thanks.

Yui: You’re welcome.

Shin: Alright, there’s no reason for us to search through my brothers room anymore.

Let’s go and meet up with Kino then.

Yui: Yes, let’s go.

Place: Violet mansion — Living room

Shin: We looked around everywhere and didn’t end up finding any clues. What about you?

Kino: Hmm, I ended up finding nothing in particular either.

Shin: Wait, when did you cause such a mess here!?

Yui: (This really is a disastrous scene…)

Shin: Just a little bit ago I was picking up coffee beans laying around the corridor from you then...

Kino: Ehh, how unexpected. This must’ve been some quite earnest work.

Shin: You’re such a brat!!

Kino: C’mon, stop looking so terrifying already. I was just kidding.

Yui: (...This is not the time to joke around… and yet he keeps being in his own imagination...)

(But Kino-kun doesn’t look as if he’s truly laughing when he does so…)

Kino: I knew there was gonna be nothing here, so let’s get out of here while we still can. It doesn’t make sense to stay here any longer anyway.

Yui: Yeah, let’s leave.

Come on, Shin-kun.

Shin: Yes...

Place: Violet mansion — Corridor

Carla: ...Ngh!?

Shin: ...Nn! Brother… !

Yui: (Carla-san!?)

Carla: As for this… what is the meaning of this?

Shin: T-This is… !

Kino: Ahh, we were found again. Does that mean the battle will start as things are right now then?

Shin: This is no good… ! We have to run away first!

Kino: Fiiine.

Yui: Yes… !

(Carla-san… !)

Shin: We have to somehow make it to the front door! Kino, you have to make a run at such times too!

Kino: Yeahhh, I know.

Shin: Yui! Come here! Take my hand!

Yui: Yes… !

*they run off*

Carla: Hmph, do you truly believe I would set free those rats who stepped into my property to begin with?

Place: Violet mansion — Living room

Shin: Haa… Haa...

Yui: Haa… Haa...

Kino: Haa… Haa… damn, I’m tired.

Shin: Kino! My brother is coming after us, keep moving!

Carla: How foolish. You will certainly not be able to flee from here.

Shin: ….. ! Brother…

Yui: (Carla-san already caught up with us. It’s really not easy to escape from him after all!)

Kino: It feels as if the final boss just entered the stage. But, we’ll definitely make a run from here, ngh!

*Kino throws dagger*

Carla: Hmph, how sweet.

Yui: He blocked Kino-kun’s dagger… !

(He easily flicked it…)

Shin: Those kind of tricks won’t work on my brother… ! Kino, retreat!

Kino: Even if you tell me to retreat, I can’t withdraw unless you escape from here first!

Shin: Hah? Does that mean that you want us to escape… ?

Carla: I cannot allow that. There is no need for me to send rats back to where they came from.

Kino: I’m not here to listen to your opinion. I know I failed a while ago, but if I throw a lot of daggers, at least one should hit him.

...Ngh!

*Kino throws daggers*

Carla: You are indeed foolish, since you wasted those...

Yui: (N-No way… he blocked all of them…)

Kino: Crap… if we really want to escape from here and go back to the real world, we have to defeat this final boss first.

Carla: What is it that you are talking about? If you really wish for me to torment you, I will gladly begin with your body.

*Carla stabs Kino*

Kino: Kgah… !?

Shin: Kino!

Yui: Kino-kun!!

Kino: Shit… I messed up...

Yui: (As things are now, Kino-kun might… !)

Shin: That idiot…just what exactly do you plan on doing after we would've gotten away...

You really are a troublesome guy after all!!

Yui: Shin-kun!?

*Shin uses wolf form*

Shin: You stay here real quick!

Yui: Shin-kun… !?

Carla: Did you turn into a wolf again? However, the differences between our powers are clear. It is impossible for you to beat me.

Shin: Yes, I know that. This might be painful for you to understand, but—

Haa!!

Kino: Hah!? The chandelier...

Shin: Kino, get out of the way and avoid it!

Yui: Kyaaaaa!!

(The chandelier fell down!? Everyone… !?)

Carla: Kch… how foolish!

Shin: Kino, let’s escape while we still can! Your legs are okay to get away from here, right?

Kino: Y-Yes, I can run. But you, you broke the chandelier with your feet...

Shin: Hah!? You know I don’t have time to lay back now despite that!

Kino: ...You’re right.

Shin: Yui, get on me! We’ll break through the window like this!

Yui: O-Okay!

Shin: Let’s go… Ahhhh!!

Place: Violet mansion — Carla’s bedroom

Carla: (I really did let those intruders get away from here in the end. I have devoted too many people to the Scarlet mansion’s attack after all)

(I thought it would be okay if I was left here alone, but this time I have to admit that I made a mistake in my judgment)

(But even so… those guys were really provoking. They probably have been running through the mansion to invade it)

(It appears as if only my room has not been touched much)

It is simply upsetting that I have not realized those guys’ invasion immediately afterwards… hm?

(Is this… a letter… ? Did they put this in here?)

(It is from… Shin — the man who transformed into that wolf, I assume. Hmph, I wonder if this will be a proclamation of war then?)

*Carla opens letter*

Carla: ...What is this?

Shin’s letter

’Before you read this, I’m simply writing this letter with the desire of you not just throwing it immediately away.’

’Brother, I’m sorry.’

’As a founder myself, I know I should've been able to change this situation way longer ago, like you would.’

’But I cannot conduct myself as skillfully as you would... and yet, I’m still trying to do my best in my own way.’

’After all she’s with me. Which is also why I’m looking forward to the three of us living together again.’

’Is your disease, Endzeit, doing okay? Make sure not to overdo it in any way. In the end, it’s still only the two brothers of us.’

’Next time, I hope we’ll already be able to speak to each other directly about this. For the sake of the pride of the first bloods.’

Place: Violet mansion — Carla’s bedroom

Carla: Why is it that this guy calls me his older brother? Besides, founders… Endzeit… what are those?

Kch… this is...

*flashback*

Carla: ...What is… this scenery…

Endzeit… somewhere… where did I hear this before already… ?

[hana-bean]

Close to you (3/7)

I will always be by your side Though I can do nothing else

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His eyes fluttered open, hearing the faint sounds of chatter from outside his closed bedroom door—all female. Seiya stayed still for a few moments to process his incapacitating physical pain and his surroundings, the decor reminding him of the meeting room from the previous night. After a few more seconds of waiting for the rest of his body to wake up, he also recognized more than one of the voices; Serenity stayed true to her promise by releasing Yaten and Taiki from the detention center.

Seiya staggeringly readied himself for company, taking advantage of the unused toothbrush before dressing in the previous night’s clothes. He grabbed his cane and hobbled out and down the hallway until he happened upon a bright dining room, the chattering voices no longer muffled.

He was met with the scene of a transformed Yaten and Taiki, as Sailor Star Healer and Sailor Star Maker respectively, standing while surrounded by five women including Serenity. She was clothed in a flowy white robe while holding an ornate teacup in one hand as she poked at the purple band on Maker’s arm with the other. The four other women asked questions as they more or less kept their hands to themselves.

“So what happens when you get all sweaty? Does the leather not stick to you?” One woman with long dark hair inquired, rubbing her hips while imagining the discomfort of leather adhering to skin.

“No, actually it kind of expands when we get hot.” Healer answered, mimicking her movements. “The gold part in the middle is actually a separate pair of shorts.”

The gaggle of gals looked at each other with a synced resounding of, “oh” and steady nodding. However, the sight of Seiya was caught by one of them, and a woman with half of her long golden hair tied up in a red bow pointed at him as he leaned on the doorframe.

“Hey, there’s the other one!”

As all eyes were directed his way, Serenity’s gaze was warm and welcoming, paired with a smile emitting breathy laughter. The sweet sound serenaded Seiya’s heart into continuous drumming.

Healer and Maker then immediately charged him, taking him in tight embraces from both sides around his neck and waist, ignoring his grimace.

“I’m so glad you’re okay.” Maker whispered with a sigh of relief.

“What?” Seiya wrapped his free arm around her waist. “Of course I am.”

“These chicks are weird.” Healer’s voice cracked in his other ear, also at a whisper. “I can’t tell if they’re gonna eat us or become our best friends.”

Seiya snorted. “Probably neither. You barely suffice as an appetizer, and you’re mean.”

Healer growled before she pulled away to dead-leg Seiya. While Maker and his cane saved him from completely wiping out on the floor, his wobble was hard to miss.

“Seiya, are you okay?” Serenity approached the trio, a worried expression hovering over her teacup.

“Yes, your highness.” Seiya straightened up as he shot a glare toward Healer, who stuck her tongue out back at him. He softened his face with a smile as he looked at Serenity. “Trying to get used to bowing with one leg.”

“No need to do that! Please sit down!” She shuffled toward a chair at the table and pulled it out.

“You’re too kind, your highness.” Seiya began to make his way over to the offered seat, taking the opportunity to press his cane on top of Healer’s foot using all of his weight. The Starlight’s breath caught in her throat as she let out a quiet squawk, hiding her tears and yelp in Maker’s shoulder.

Once Seiya was seated, the rest of the women huddled behind Serenity to get a better look at the third alien guardian in his male civilian form, all the while blushing at his telepathically agreed-upon handsomeness. However, the queen found herself staring and smiling a bit too long herself and had to be elbowed by a green-eyed brunette to come out of her daze.

“So uh, um... these are my friends and our fellow guardians—Ami Mizuno, Rei Hino, Makoto Kino, and Minako Aino!”

Each woman perked and waved at him when their respective names were said as Seiya smiled and tilted his head forward as a greeting.

“Ooh, Ami, tell them about what you're doing!” Serenity got excited and patted Ami’s arm repeatedly and eagerly, then turned around to wave Healer and Maker back over. While both obliged, Healer seemed to have picked up Seiya’s limp suddenly.

Ami nodded and took out her crystal cell phone from her back pocket, swiping and tapping around a few times before addressing the three foreigners.

“As of five AM this morning, we’ve been scanning a database of alien artifacts and antiques registered with the CTDAAA. Anything considered to have royal, historic, or scientific significance from another planet that is brought to Earth must be registered in this database by law. So if the incense burner you’re looking for is in fact here, theoretically we should find it from this scan.”

Maker cocked her head. “Theoretically?”

“Yes, well, the merchant would have had to register it themselves. Of course, many things are smuggled, especially if it’s illegal or has been reported stolen. Or perhaps they simply don’t want to deal with the paperwork and waiting periods.”

Healer crossed her arms. “So how far along is the scan?”

“A whole point-three percent!” Ami’s voice and expression held sarcastic enthusiasm. “This database does span the whole planet.”

Serenity sighed and shrugged her shoulders. “Well then, I guess the only thing we can do now is eat!”

The rest of the women erupted in agreement and dispersed to find their seats at the table. As Seiya watched Serenity head for the chair next to his, something within him said it was okay to grab for the royal hand. And to his surprise, he was faced with her kind and curious cerulean eyes.

He tried to gulp down his blush and excitement, but the feeling of warmth on his ears told him that did nothing.

“Thank you… your highness… for all your help. And happy birthday.”

She wrinkled her nose as she grinned, squeezing his hand in appreciation.

---

Waiting in the queen’s chambers, Ami, Rei, Makoto, and Minako each gasped and held their breath as Serenity emerged from the bathroom.

“So?” Minako widened her eyes, expecting good news.

Serenity couldn’t bring herself to share in the shared anticipation and shook her head to relieve them of their happy mood. The four women groaned.

“I’m so sorry.” Makoto took the queen in an embrace.

Serenity released a sound between a sigh and a sob, sinking into Makoto’s chest. “What is wrong with me?”

The rest of the group took that as their cue to join in on the hug.

“Nothing is wrong with you.” Rei stroked her back. “You still have plenty of time.”

“But how long will that take? Another four years… four-hundred years?”

“When it’s meant to happen.” Ami rested her forehead on one of Serenity’s buns. “You know Chibi-Usa will be here. You need to trust destiny.”

Serenity sniffled. “Yes, that’s true. But it’s just… I don’t understand why it’s taking so long.”

“It'll happen, Serenity. But on the bright side: at least you can drink today.” Makoto’s mouth twisted in a smile as she pulled back from the group hug.

The others let up as well, allowing Serenity to dab her eyes with the sleeve of her robe and nod in agreement. “Sure. I just wish Mamo was here.”

“Is he still in LA?” Ami furrowed her brow.

“Yes. He was supposed to come back yesterday but there’s been a series of bad storms over there and he’s been stuck. They’re saying flights won’t open up until the end of the week. Then he has to go straight to Canberra.”

Rei scoffed. “That sucks. I’m sorry that happened.”

“Don’t be.” Serenity hugged herself and shook her head. “I’ll have an eternity of birthdays for him to attend.”

“At least we got cute men to hang out with this year.” Minako raised her eyebrows to indicate her impish thoughts. “I call dibs on the short one.”

“Dibs on Seiya!” Rei clapped and raised her hands.

Serenity dropped her jaw in disapproval. “Rei, you can’t call dibs on him.”

“What?” Rei’s jaw also dropped. “Mina just called dibs on Yaten!”

“Yes… but… Seiya’s injured. That’s a little messed up, don’t you think?”

“The man has a limp, he’s not braindead.”

“Okay, but his whole body is still healing! You saw how he almost collapsed this morning—”

“If he’s horizontal, it won’t matter—!”

“Okay-okay-okay!” Makoto, unable to contain her smile, walked in between the bickering duo as she held her palms out on each side of her. She then turned her attention to the fiery guardian, speaking through laughter.

“Rei, it would seem that our queen has already called dibs on Sailor Bar Fighter—”

“What? No!” Serenity tried to sound as offended as possible, but her blush betrayed her.

Ami gasped. “Serenity! How could you?”

“Ami, it’s not like that!”

“You know he does look a lot like Endymion…” Minako tapped her pointer finger to her chin.

“Mina! Don’t!”

Rei rolled her eyes with a smirk, flipping her hair over her shoulder. “Well, I guess since it’s your birthday, you can have him—”

“Rei, stop it!” Serenity threw her hands up before rubbing them down her face in distress and then defeat. “Fine, have at him, and have fun doing all the work!”

“I need some exercise anyway.” She blew a kiss.

Minako looked over at the only two women who had yet to call dibs. “So who wants lanky legs?”

Makoto and Ami met each other’s gazes, their eyes squinted in opposition.

“How should we do this?”

“The old-fashioned way, of course.”

If an arm was covered with a sleeve, it was rolled up. Or if it was bare, it was being massaged in preparation. Both then slapped their right hands together and curled their fingers into each others’.

“One, two, three, four, I declare a thumb war!”

While the rest of the group was distracted with the competition, Serenity walked over to her birthday bar cart stocked with cakes, pastries, and premade mimosas and poured herself a full flute of the orange drink. As she emptied the glass down her throat in only a few gulps, she secretly hoped Seiya wasn’t attracted to Rei.

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Please note if you would like to follow this story, I will be updating the rest of the chapters under the tag: hana bean close to you and other iterations of the spacing. I love you all!

[risukadarlin]

[diabolik lovers] versus iv vol. 4: reiji vs azusa - track four

4; the sacrifices

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Azusa:

-ve… Eve… Eve!

Thank God.

You woke up.

I’m glad we could meet again.

Reiji:

For goodness sake.

Stop acting without thinking of others. 

Azusa:

Reiji… protected you...

Reiji:

Azusa, there was no need to tell her that.

Azusa:

But... it’s true...

Reiji:

You went to sacrifice yourself without saying a word.

I grabbed you in the spur of the moment.

Good grief.

This is why I dislike unreasonable people.

Please do not apologise.

I tried to save you of my own accord, after all.

I do not need thanks.

And in the end, it brought us to Azusa.

I am satisfied now I know he is safe.

Azusa:

Thank you.

Reiji… You were… worried about me...

Reiji:

That is not the case.

Azusa:

Eh? Yes…

This is... where I fell… after I pressed the button… and the floor opened up…

It’s pitch black… like the bottom of a well…

Too cramped… and cold…

I don’t know… where we are…

But… the fact you didn’t… go through the door, means...

Reiji:

Yes.

It means we have lost the game.

I could not fulfil my promise to you, Azusa.

I am deeply sorry.

Azusa:

No…

It’s sad that… we can’t save everyone…

But I’m glad… you protected Eve...

Reiji:

It was a result of my weakness.

It is nothing to be proud of.

Azusa:

That’s not true... at all…

Reiji is… very nice...

Reiji:

If that’s what you want to believe then I won’t stop you.

Azusa:

That’s right. Me too, Eve…

I’m worried about... Ruki and Ayato… and the others…

They might not be safe… if we are stuck here...

Reiji:

Yes.

I did not want to say it, but I would not be surprised if they have been killed.

Though there have been no signs of anything happening since we came here.

But why?

The game is supposed to be over.

Hm?

Is something the matter?

Azusa:

Water?

Now that you... mention it… the water level is rising… slowly...

Reiji:

You’re right.

Only a second ago it was but up to our ankles…

When did it get this high?

He doesn’t mean to drown us, does he?

Azusa:

It’s okay…

There will be… a way out...

Reiji:

Yes, it’s just as Azusa says.

It is too late to surrender now.

The game may not yet be over.

If we had lost, surely Kino would appear in front of me and steal my powers.

Azusa:

Yes, there must be a hint… on how to get outside...

Reiji:

At any rate, we must at least try to find one.

This is...

Azusa:

Did you… find something…?

Another button…?

Reiji:

Yes.

This is most likely the final decision.

Azusa:

“Your brothers”... or “yourselves”...

Reiji:

Annoying until the very end.

He forced me here to make the ultimate choice.

Either we die or we sacrifice our families.

He called us here just to force us into this trap.

All he has done is make fun of us.

Azusa:

Reiji… What should we… do…?

Reiji:

The answer is clear.

There is no need to hesitate over this choice.

I am the head of this family, Kino.

I will not play into your hands.

Azusa:

Wait!

If we choose ourselves… everyone will…

You chose… our brothers...

Reiji:

Yes.

Even if they’re like that, they’re family, after all.

Azusa:

I’m a bit… shocked…

But why… 

I thought you’d pick… us...

Reiji:

It was simple.

One last show of resistance.

I may have not been able to use my father’s powers properly, but…

This is the least I could do, as the head of the Sakamaki family.

They may be useless idiots.

Even so, they are family and we have been together for many years.

I do not want to live so much that it is worth sacrificing them.

Even if I am not here, they will be fine.

I never imagined I would think like this.

I assume this means I trust them.

Azusa:

Good.

Reiji does love everyone… after all...

Reiji:

The word “love” is repulsive.

But it is not too different from that.

I am sorry, however, for making such a selfish decision.

I should have asked your opinions.

Azusa:

No...

Don’t apologise...

I would have done… the same...

It’s more important that… Ruki and the others… are safe…

Eve thinks... the same too… right?

Reiji:

Thank you for saying so.

My own weakness led to you both being involved.

I cannot regret that enough.

Azusa:

That’s not true…

You sacrificed your life… to protect another...

That is… true strength...

Right, Eve?

Reiji:

You are unfalteringly good natured.

But to hear you say that… 

I feel a little better.

Azusa:

The water is up to our… waists now…

It was… so fast…

Eve… You’re shaking…

It’s scary… isn’t it…?

Reiji:

That is obvious.

At least let me drink your blood until you are unconscious.

Azusa:

Yes... That’s a good… idea…

Then Eve… won’t suffer…

It will all end… in your sleep...

Reiji:

Now, focus on the pleasure.

Let it swallow your fears.

Maybe it is because of our situation but your blood tastes different from usual.

It’s slightly bitter, like tea.

What a lovely expression.

That spellbound look in your eyes, it’s a look of loyalty.

Are you still worried about the water?

Forget everything.

Look at nothing but me now.

Understood?

Good girl.

Now, let me remind you just who you belong to.

Azusa:

Reiji… That’s unfair…

Let me too…

I want to taste… Eve too…

Here, your wrist…

The joint of your thumb…

Your pulse is going…  ba-dum… ba-dum…

It’s excited… waiting for me… to bite it…

Hey, Eve… Look…

Watch my fangs… go into you…

You look like… you feel good…

Your silent voice…

This overflowing scent..

Everything about you is… precious to me…

Eve, you like it… when I drink from your ear… don’t you…?

Cute Eve…

My… Only my… Eve…

It’s strange…

Even in this situation… I can only think… about how I want to… make you mine and mine.. alone...

It’s weird… isn’t it…?

But… I don’t hate… this feeling…

I’m happy enough… just thinking that…

You want me… to go deeper… don’t you…?

Your breath… is getting weaker…

Are you almost… at your limit…?

Reiji:

It appears so.

But it is not yet enough, is it?

The scent of your blood tells me you want us to drink more.

Now, show me your chest.

As if you wish for me to bite you more.

Your blood has gotten richer.

No matter how much I drink, it won’t be enough.

It’s quite disagreeable how addicted I am to you.

Well, sometimes it cannot be helped.

Azusa:

Ah, you have no... strength left...

Reiji:

This is the end, then.

Close your eyes.

There is no longer reason to be worried.

Azusa:

I wonder… what will happen... to the spirit world now...

Reiji:

There is no need to worry.

As we lost, Kino will take my powers.

But if he is not a suitable king, another Sakamaki will steal them back.

Therefore you need not worry about the other world.

We are facing a meticulous foe.

He most likely also has a plan to save her.

We may be in a fatal situation now but I assume he means her no harm.

Azusa:

I see…

So, if we leave it… to the others… Eve will be fine too...

Reiji:

Ayato and the others will most definitely save you.

So, please relax.

Did you really think you would die here?

I pushed that plate with the full confidence that you would be saved.

Is it not obvious?

Good grief.

You always are slow on the uptake.

Azusa:

So that’s what it was…

I’m glad…

As long as they save Eve… I don’t care...

Reiji:

There is not much time left.

Let me drink your blood one last time.

Azusa:

Don’t forget us… Eve...

[nose-bandaid]

bloom ✿ pt.5 — jonquils

Kino (Hyunggu) x (female) Reader | flower shop AU

february 27th jonquils — love me, sympathy, desire for affection to be returned

introduction | part one | part two | part three | part four | part five | part six | part seven | epilogue

taglist: @yunwoo​

feel free to send me an ask or a dm if you wanna be added to the taglist:D

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You didn’t see Hyunggu for almost two weeks after the rose incident, and as you expected, you didn’t get a single message back from him either. While you reasoned with yourself that he most was most likely just not in the need for flowers (a reasonable explanation), a part of you worried that he would never visit again. What else were you supposed to think? He literally disappeared from your life without a word, and his friend’s comments didn’t make the situation any better.

By now, you were coming to terms with the fact that things between you and him had died down, and channelled more focus onto your work in hopes of getting over the reoccurring thoughts of him. It wasn’t worth it. Clearly he wasn’t going to make a move anytime soon (and neither were you, really), and so you decided that it would be best for you to just put it aside and think about more important things instead. Your messy feelings could wait.

Today your shift started later than usual, and you were able to score yourself some extra sleep and a good lunch — a nice change from your usual morning shifts. And to be honest, you felt pretty content despite all of the worries running around in your mind. Refreshed and relaxed, you had a good feeling for the day that was about to come, and happily pushed open the door to the shop.

Only to walk straight into someone.

“Ah—!”

“I’m so sorry, I wasn’t watching where I was going.” You apologized, rubbing your nose to ease the pain.

“No, no, don’t worry about—“

You locked eyes with the person in front of you and felt each other freeze for a moment.

“Oh... Hyunggu... Hey.” You gave him a quick smile and the person standing beside him let out a shocked gasp.

“You’re the girl right?”

“Excuse me?” You turned to the other voice and took in his appearance. He was stunningly tall with a noticeably broad posture which for some reason, made you think of the small tree you had growing in your backyard. Maybe it was the hair? Or maybe his shoulders? Or the way he looked at you with his lost, curious eyes? Whatever it was, you had to stifle a giggle at the thought and made a mental note to take another look at the tree when you got home.

“Y/n, was it? You’re the girl that Hyunggu never stops talk—“ The person in question was quick to cover the tall boy’s mouth, loudly shushing him.

“Shinwon if you don’t shut your mouth right now—“ His muttering trailed off into a harsh glare.

Not wanting to stay in the awkward conversation any longer, you slipped past the fighting friends. As you scurried away from the scene, you locked eyes with Seungkwan, who was currently pruning some of the bonsai trees and immediately melted in comfort at the familiar face.

“Hey, Boo.” You greeted, and the other ceased his detailed trimming to give you a wave. From the looks of it, he hadn’t noticed the little encounter you had at the entrance.

“Hey! How have things been?”

You looked behind you at the two boys who were now talking to each other in hushed voices. “Er... Same as usual I guess. You?”

He gave you an exasperated look and picked up the shears again. “Josh was dumb and didn’t tell me that I had some orders to complete, so guess who’s overloaded with work today!” His cheerful voice dripped with the feeling of apathy, devoid of emotions. “Do you mind taking care of the customers for a while? I was waiting for you to come before I went to the back.”

As much as you didn’t want to interact with Hyunggu at all, you couldn’t say no to Seungkwan’s request. The poor guy seemed so stressed that day, you ushered him away from the bonsai without any second thoughts. Giving you a quick hug, he made some last arrangements to the plants before bustling his way to the back with a huff. 

You stared at the plants and childishly hoped that they would strike up a conversation to keep you busy, but they refused to say a word (as they should). Sighing to yourself, you decided to at least pretend you were doing something. Anything to occupy your restless attention.

You didn’t know how you were expected to react to suddenly seeing Hyunggu out of the blue, and from the looks of it, he wasn’t expecting to see you either. He didn’t even seem like he wanted to be here in the first place, and you wondered why he risked this visit after putting so much effort into avoiding your messages. 

Despite trying your best to just focus on the task at hand, you still ended up watching their movements in the corner of your eye. They continued to argue for a couple more minutes and then finally decided on some flowers to settle with. Panic filled your body with every step they took towards the counter up until the very last step that took them to the front and the other boy — Shin... Shinwon was it? — glanced your way. You didn’t know how many minutes had passed since Seungkwan left you, but you silently hoped that it was enough for him to come back and save you from this situation.

Though of course, not everything you wish for happens so easily.

“These are jonquils, right?” A curious voice pulled you out of your sulking, and you followed the finger that pointed towards the yellow flowers sitting on the table nearby.

You looked at the tall boy in surprise, most people would’ve just thought they were daffodils and called it a day (which wasn’t exactly wrong, but it wasn’t exactly correct either). “Yes they are! Not many people are able to identify them like that, I’m impressed.”

He shot you an embarrassed look as you reluctantly made your way over to the cash. “I was up ‘till 5 am watching youtube videos... and let’s just say you can learn a lot of things within a span of five hours.”

“I see.” You hummed. The conversation died down and the rest of the exchange was done in silence. Every so often, Shinwon would give Hyunggu a knowing glance and you waited for the latter to say something, but he didn’t even utter a single word of goodbye before leaving. His friend, on the other hand, returned your confused look and apologized for some odd reason, before tagging along.

You just stood there, watching the two boys cross the street before disappearing behind a corner. As they did, the clouds in the sky passed over the sun, casting an ominous darkness over the shop.

“The weather’s a bit gloomy today isn’t it?”

You bit back the harsh words you wanted to throw at Seungkwan for arriving right after the moment you needed him. The weather wasn’t the only thing that was gloomy right now, but you also knew that it wasn’t his fault that you were in this situation. You swallowed down the spite building up in you.

“Yeah, it sure is.”

He seemed to have sensed your distant tone. “Everything alright? The plants didn’t bully you did they?”

You laughed at the coincidence, if only the bonsai had started a conversation with you a while ago, then maybe you’d have something better to talk about. You pondered over your response for a second.

“You ever just really want to see someone, but at the same time, you silently hope you wouldn’t run into them anytime soon? Like that awkward, I-want-to-spend-time-with-you-but-also-not, kinda feel?”

He hummed at your question. “I think I know what you’re getting at.”

“Do you, now?” You quirked an eyebrow in his direction.

“Yeah, so there’s this really cute barista at the cafe down the street at my house, and when I say cute, I mean really cute. Anyways,” He dismissed your giggles at his passionate description.”I went there yesterday ‘cause, you know, I need my iced americano to get through the day. The last time I saw this barista, I dropped my wallet and spilled my change all over the ground because I was so caught up in looking at—stop laughing—looking at the way she seemed so cute with the bow she had on. Guy behind me got mad for holding up the line, but like, whatever cause I made her smile! Which was amazing!”

He paused for some dramatic effect.

“...Until I spilled my drink onto the counter when she handed it to me. So then, now not only was she smiling at me but now she was LAUGHING at me. She still made me another drink but I didn’t think I would be able to look at her in the eye for the rest of year. But then guess what? Of course she has to be the only one at the cash when I went yesterday, and of course, she remembered me for the incident.” He groaned and muttered into his hands. “I didn’t even get her name or her number, I just ran out when I got my drink.”

You looked at him with a mixture pity and amusement in your eyes. Seungkwan never failed to brighten your days, no matter how gloomy they may be. His positive attitude followed him everywhere, work included, and you were grateful for that. 

“Not to make this about me though, sorry about the rant.” Finally recovering, he gave you a gentle pat on the shoulder. “Is everything ok with you?” He repeated.

You nodded absentmindedly. “You know what — yeah, everything’s alright. I think I just needed to get my mind off some things and your rant helped with that. I’ll figure it out eventually.”

The two of you shared a brief smile until he spoke up. “Okay, then how about we go grab ourselves come drinks at that cafe when our shifts are over? I’ll treat you for the help back there, and maybe it’ll help you distract yourself.”

“You really don’t have to do that—”

“Hey, c’mon, what are friends for? Besides, we haven’t really been able to catch up on each other for the past while. I miss hearing about all the tea you have to spill.” He nudged your side gently and you finally gave in with a happy sigh.

“Okay, okay, sure, let’s do that.” You agreed, which earned you a smile of approval.

As you watched him check out the results of your work on the bonsai trees (they were practically his children, so he was pretty picky on how they looked), you began to wonder to yourself — will it ever be possible for you to be more like him? Seungkwan always kept his composure along with a positive mindset, and you were a bit jealous of his ability to put things behind him in order to move forward. If only you could do that with your case with Hyunggu...

“If we do run into that cute barista though,” He suddenly piped up. “I’m giving you the responsibility of getting her name and number for me. That’s my only request.”

“Is that so? Then I might as well be the one taking her on a date then, if I’m going through all that effort.” You smirked, feeling much better after your chat with Seungkwan.

“Wha—Y/NNNNN!”

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hi please look forward to part 6, i’m truly grinding these updates hehe;)

[angelic-jeonghan1004]

You'll be the death of me || Jinho

Request: Writing fic for Pentagon Jinho with the prompts #3 “How oblivious can you be?” and 4# “this is the 3rd try at confessing.” (*ﾉ∀`*) . if ur free and all. thank you!

~of course! Sorry this took me so long but I got it done now finally, I put a lot of effort in it which is why it took so long💓

Prompts: #3 "how oblivious can you be?" & #4 "this is the 3rd try at confessing"

Synposis: Going to the dorms to hangout with ptg will be normal like usual, right?

Pairing: Jinho x reader

Warnings: none just fluff

Gif credits to owner

Jinho had tried 2 different times already to confess to you, once at the mall.

"y/n I have something to tell you." He said as his hands started to get clamy.

"what would that be?" You said with a smile leaving him breathless, he looked at you and was really to pour his heart out to you but then you saw a old friend of yours that you got distracted by so he decided to save it for another time. The second time it went south since you where both hanging out at the park, he started to gain courage and took you by the hand and asked,

"will you go out with me?" He squeezed your hand heat running to his cheeks. You smiled and giggled.

"where to? Whe're already at the park where would we go?" You ask obviously oblivious to what he act asked and so he settled on talking you to the ice cream parlor down the street and questioned if he'd ever gain the courage again. This time will be different though, he had planned it out perfectly all he has to do is gain the confidence and tell you tonight when you come to the dorms to hang with him and the others. He confided in the members a lot if he should do it and all of them said yes. (I mean that was because all of them had a good feeling you liked him back but that's besides the point.) Him and the members got the house ready for your arrival in 30 minutes. He hyped himself up 3rd time, deciding he'll do it at the end of the night when you walk home so if it goes wrong you'll both be able to leave the situation quick.

Fast forward to you getting to the dorms, you where greeted by a very loud and happy Wooseok, he pulled you into a big bear hug which made you smile. You then walked through the door way and said hello to Yeoone and had a small conversation since everyone was choosing what game to play, the way you smiled at Yeoone made Jinho's heart burst he would love to make you smile like that and he knows he could if he just had a little more courage. Jinho soon walked up and joined both of you two in a conversation. While you all talked the others decided on Mario Kart to play and you could quickly tell by them screaming. Yuto and Wooseok made a alliance and Hui was just loosing it, you couldn't stop laughing at how funny it was. The night kept going and everything played more games, no one checking the time enough to realize it was already 11 PM. Everyone was talking and a lot of them where whispering to Jinho and him hitting them which got you very confused, you checked the time and it hit you that it was 11 at night.

"guys I made a mistake,,," you said with nervousness in your voice causing panic to ensue throughout the boys.

"oh no, what's wrong?"

"is everything okay?"

"what mistake?"

"what's going on?" All of them talked over eachother in concern not letting you finish yourself.

"it's nothing too bad don't worry, Its just 11 at night I don't think it's safe for me to walk home,," you said with concern still in your voice.

"stay the night. You can leave tomorrow when it's bright out and safe, you can sleep on the couch or one of us can volunteer our bed." Hui said immediately, everyone agreeing.

"why not Jinho's room, he'd probably give it gladly" Hongseok said with a joking tone.

"oh yeah definitely" Kino said elbowing Jinho, you where confused but they all kept joking on it.

"No. Sleep on my bed I'll sleep on the floor or the couch don't worry." Jinho said smiling.

"No you really don't have too! It's fine I can sleep on the couch." You said putting your hand on his shoulder.

"no-no my bed is way more comfy than the couch and it's your first time sleeping at our dorm I think we all agree we want you to be the most comfortable."

"okay okay, but please make sure you're sleeping right since couches aren't always the best,," you said since you knew the amount you'd try to fight it the difference wouldn't matter because Jinho would stick to his thought and not let go of it. You said goodnight to the rest of the members and Jinho lead you to his room, he made his bed and grabbed a spare blanket and started walking out the door but you realized you didn't have a change in clothes.

"Uh,, Jinho" you said very quietly he almost didn't hear it. He turned around and looked at you wanting you to continue your words.

"can I borrow a shirt? This one isn't that comfortable to sleep in,," you said blushing incredibly, causing his ears to go red.

"uh,, yeah uh, right over there in that dresser grab whatever shirt you want" he said, walking out the door starting to set up the couch to sleep on. You changed into his shirt and had butterflies hit your stomach no matter the amount you try to compress your feelings for Jinho, you laid in in Jinho's bed feeling a little weird but you turned to the wall and closed your eyes. Jinho realized he didn't have a pillow to sleep on so he went back to his room, but realized you had called asleep when he opened the door. Shinwon walked up to Jinho at the door way.

"so when are you gonna confess to y/n?"

"I am going to try for tomorrow before y/n leaves, I was going to ask y/n when leaving to walk home so if it went bad but I got sweaty at the hands when choosing what bed to sleep in was decided." Jinho and Shinwon continued to talk about the matter at the door way, not realizing you where awake by you being turned to the wall but your head was spinning.

"well good luck tomorrow" Shinwon said patting him on the shoulder and heading to his room. Jinho walked into the room to sneak out a pillow from the bed, he smiled looking at you.

"gosh you'll be the death of me y/n" he said with a little laugh at the end.

"do you really like me?" You said not facing him yet, causing him to freeze. The alarm in his face was obvious but you couldn't see it.

"oh wow,, you heard that?,,, Well no point in lying especially since I was going to get the courage for this tomorrow, yes I like you I have tried asking your out 2 times already but this is the 3rd time now." He said with a anxious laugh

"oh my God,, 3 trys?? When??" You'd said turning to him.

"well the most notable was at the park when I asked if your wanted to go out with me and you thought I meant to a different location." He said laughing once more

"oh my god,,, I really thought you where just asking if I wanted to go to the ice cream parlor" you said hitting yourself in the head, Jinho quickly grabbed your arm and took your hand in his.

"it's fine but ugh how oblivious can you be?" He said, squeezing your hand realizing what he had to say.

"okay this is the 3rd try at confessing so how do you feel? Do I have a chance?" He said nervousness in his voice.

"Absolutely, I have liked you for so long and compressed those feelings for so long,,, want to come into the bed and sleep? We can cuddle" you said laughing, tugging him to lay down next to you as he smiled.

"I'll take that offer gladly" he said wrapping his arms around your waist.

[yuthoe]

aaa okay so looked at the rules and could you do their idol crush admitting that they’re their type but with yuto, wooseok and kino? 🥺

HELLO, I FINALLY DID IT, SORRY FOR THE LONG WAIT.It’s almost 4AM here and I wanted to get this out in case I become unproductive again when I wake up. I was halfway through Kino’s part when I realized the reader should be gender-neutral, oops. It’s too late for me to edit it again right now, so it’s gonna stay like that. I’ll take care next time, tho.

WARNINGS: none. WORD COUNT: 842, 971, 632.

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Yuto

“Yuto-ya,” Hui called from his spot on his tiny couch in Yuto’s studio. It’s one of his rare days-off, but he isn’t in the mood to go into the city, and staying in the dorm is too boring since everyone else is busy with their other stuff. So he just decided to tag along with Yuto to his studio and listen to him make some songs. He might even sneak in a nap or two since he hasn’t been sleeping well later—but all thoughts of sleep fly out the window as soon as he sees on his phone a newly uploaded video starring you, known in Pentagon as Yuto’s crush. “Yuto-ya, come here!” he says, tossing the stuffed teddy bear at the boy sitting by the computers.

The toy hits Yuto square in the head and he jumps, turning the seat around in confusion. “What is it, hyung?”

Hui turns the phone so the screen is visible to Yuto. “Isn’t this Y/N?”

A quick glance and, yes, it’s you. Yuto likes to think he can find you in a crowd, no matter how many hairstyle changes you gave or how much you try to blend in with your clothes, but that just comes off kind of creepy. He has watched a lot of your interviews; and you have a lot of them, being a big figure in a famous idol group. He’s just so captivated by your range, your stage presence… It just gets him breathless whenever he sees you perform.

Your group is in the middle of a comeback right now, and Yuto has been religiously keeping up with any promotional material for your group that’s been coming up, but he’s just been super focused on his music today that the only thing that shocked him out of the haze was the teddy bear thrown at his head. Yuto stares at the tiny phone screen for a second longer before getting off the office chair and squishing beside Hui on the couch that isn’t really made for someone of his size.

The video continues playing as his leader turns up the volume. Your group is sat on swivel bar chairs in a white studio set. Gosh, you look radiant, as always. The pleasantries are over and the topic has gone to the announcement your company made about being able to date openly. Yuto isn’t lying that there was a tiny spark of hope that lit up inside him when he first heard of the news. But of course, that was just wishful thinking, since he doesn’t think you actually know him anyway. Sure, you may have heard of Pentagon the group, but there isn’t as big a chance of you taking an interest in him.

Being seated on the farthest chair from the hosts, your answer is saved for last. The other members of your group dodged the question by saying they weren’t really looking to date anyone or dropping names like J.Seph from KARD or Vernon from Seventeen being their ideal type of guy. You take a second or two more to think about your answer and say, “I’d like to get to know Yuto from Pentagon more.”

“Oooohhh,” the hosts exclaim. “He’s one of the rappers isn’t he?” one of them asks.

“Yes,” you say politely, smiling. Yuto isn’t sure if you’re actually red in the face or if that’s just the blush on your cheeks. “I really like the flow of his raps, and his voice is really nice.”

“Ahh, so you’re saying you like tall guys, yes?” the other host teases.

You laugh, slightly embarrassed. “I guess? I don’t really have a type, but Yuto was the first person to pop into my head who I am really interested in and would like to get to know.”

The hosts nod in approval, and your group members seated around you slap you playfully for admitting something like that.

Hui releases a high-pitched siren sound and playfully slaps Yuto playfully on the arm with his free hand. “Do you hear that, Yuto? Seems they like you, too. I wonder if we can go to one of their recordings for this comeback, hmm… Or maybe if our comebacks coincide you can talk to them then, huh?...” Hui continues to rattle off possibilities of Yuto getting into contact with you.

Meanwhile Yuto is still staring at the screen, frozen. The video continues to play, but he isn’t registering anything. Did you really just say, out loud, with a mic on, that you want to get to know him more? Like, he isn’t hallucinating that? Those words really came out of your mouth?

His chest is tight. It burns, but it’s also light. Yuto can’t put into words the feeling. Your sentiments are intangible, and there weren’t even any promises of actually going through with meeting up or exchanging numbers…

But it made him giddy. Indescribably happy.

He lets slip the tiniest of smiles as he continues watching the video and Hui mutters to himself about possible get-togethers with your groups.

Kino

It’s been a habit of Kino lately to listen to podcasts when he gets back to the dorm, as a way to unwind after a busy day. Not because he listens to them (although he does find time to listen and pay attention some other time), but the sound of amicable voices in the sometimes empty dorm is a comforting presence.

One of the podcasts he’s been listening to lately is called Ladies’ Room. His sister told him to listen to one of the episodes, and he found the discussions fun and educational, so he decided to just follow it and he’s updated with the latest one. So when a notification pops up on his phone about a new episode with a special guest, he immediately blasted it on his Bluetooth speaker.

“Hey, guys! This is Soo Ri and you’re listening to Ladies’ Room,” the host’s voice, like a droplet of water falling into a crystal clear puddle, slithers out from the speaker. “Today, we’re talking about love and relationships with a very special guest… idol-slash-actor-slash model, Y/N!”

“Hello, everybody!” you say, in a sweet cadence like a breeze rustling windchimes.

Kino almost drops the container of microwavable tteokkbokki he’s holding and looks at his phone, scandalized, as if it personally offended him. Obviously, it wouldn’t be a stretch for you to guest in podcasts, and even less of a stretch for you to guest-host this particular podcast, but Kino is still surprised. He can’t deny that it feels nice to know that he found you so unexpectedly.

Kino can’t remember when he started taking an interest on you. There was just one time when everytime he turned on the TV he would see your face—in a commercial, a variety show, a drama, that he finally decided to check you out. And from the first music video he clicked, he was hooked on you. Your way with words, your voice, your personality all just made him really want to know you more.

He doesn’t call it a crush, although to Yuto and Wooseok, the only two other people who know about his fanaticism, it comes off that way in droves. He shakes his head and finally unfreezes, putting the tteokbokki in the microwave to heat up. His ears automatically pick up the conversation.

“I know you must be really annoyed and fed up by questions like these, since I watch a lot of your interviews and the hosts ask about it a lot,” Soo Ri begins. “But what’s your stance on ideal types—like your ideal guy, or girl—and do you have one yourself?”

“Aahh, yeah, I do get questions like that sometimes, but they’re in different contexts, so I don’t really mind them.” Kino thinks that’s a polite answer and mentally claps. He hears you take a deep breath before saying, “I don’t think having an ideal type is realistic, though. I mean, that’s what ‘ideal’ means: it’s your idea of perfection, the best. I guess it could be like a blueprint for what you want in a partner, but I don’t think it’s possible for you to be able to tick off all those boxes.”

“Oh, yeah, I get what you’re saying. That’s a really good point.”

“As for my ideal type…” You hum, seeming deep in thought, but not enough to cause dead air. “It’s not really an ‘ideal’ type,” Kino can almost hear the air quotation marks when you said the word and it makes him smile, “but Kino from Pentagon has a lot of the qualities I like in someone.”

By now, Kino had taken his food from the microwave and taken a bite. He freezes with a mouth stuffed with tteokbokki. The spicy soup stinging his lips assures him that he is definitely awake and definitely not dreaming. Did she just—?

“Yeah,” he hears, desperately trying to tune back into the conversation. “He has a very bubbly and fun personality. He’s humble and loves his members and his fans. He’s also very good at what he does—I’ve listened to some of his stuff on SoundCloud, and they’re really good,” you say, and Kino thinks he should probably start chewing before he chokes on the rice cakes. “I mean, his dancing is excellent, his voice is so nice, and he’s also super cute.”

At this, you and Soo Ri both laugh conspiratorially, as if sharing a secret only between you two, as if this podcast isn’t going to be uploaded somewhere anyone who has access to the Internet can listen to, somewhere Kino can access at a moment’s notice.

Kino’s sure his face is as red as the tteokbokki soup right now. Literally no one can see because he’s the only one in the kitchen, but his face is on fire. He continues chewing and stuffing the rice cake strips into his mouth as he spirals into a crisis. His idol crush actually likes him back? He doesn’t think you actually like him, but you did say that there’s some aspects of him you like. That’s kind of similar, right? Right?

The whine comes out garbled from his full mouth. On one hand, he feels way lighter, bouncier, more energetic at knowing that the idol he likes knows about his existence and that she actually likes things about him and openly talked about it on a podcast, oh my goodness is this really real, like no one is messing with me right now?

So Kino sits there, lost in thought as he continues spearing food with his chopsticks, thinking. About how to reach you, maybe get your number, maybe propose a tiny collaboration? Maybe? About how he’s going to act in front of you in the off-chance that you do meet, as you and Soo Ri continue chatting in the background.

Wooseok

He can’t help stealing glances at you—you look really good in this comeback, and it takes everything for Wooseok to not be too conspicuous and focus on the interview that coincidentally has Pentagon and your group as guests. He’d like to think it’s a dream, but really, it feels more like a nightmare because he’s seated right next to you and his members literally won’t stop looking back and giving him mischievous smiles, or turning their chairs towards your group and making small talk, trying to drag him into the conversation and he feels like a fool because he seems incapable of replying with more than two-syllable words.

And it somehow gets worse during the segments. Not that the hosts are bad—they’re really good hosts. It’s just that there’s a segment where they read selected fan mail, so they would all have to answer it because they don’t really want to disappoint the fans by deflecting. The first few were harmless: what food they like eating during summer, if you were an animal what would you be? But then it went from zero to 100 real quick as the third question is read by your group’s leader, “Which idol is your ideal type?”

Everyone can’t help but make exclamations, oohs and ahs as they think of an appropriate answer. The hosts are gracious and give everyone ten seconds or so to come up with their answers before coaxing out some people’s. Eventually the line snaked to you and you timidly replied, “Wooseok-sunbae,” while avoiding his eyes.

If Wooseok could see himself in a mirror, he would see his eyes bug out and threatening to pop from their sockets, mouth desperately pursing to prevent the huge smile forming on his face. He doesn’t know how to react—what should he do, Cube didn’t train them for this. He needs help and Shinwon keeps slapping his thigh and arm like that isn’t the most obvious thing to do when they’re being filmed.

He can tell you’re embarrassed. You’re facing the hosts, your back to Wooseok, though he’s assuming your face is super red right now, and it’s not because of the blush. He kind of just wants this to be over so you can have a reprieve, but the hosts (being hosts), ask you to elaborate.

“Um, he’s a really great rapper, and he seems really caring,” you say softly. “I watched a program with him once taking care of his cats, and I thought it was really cute.” Wooseok recalls that show and his chest loosens slightly at the mention of it, touched that you remember that tiny segment he did. He really loves his cat, and he’s not gonna admit it, but he likes that your takeaway from the program is that he looks cute playing with tiny animals.

“Ooh, yes, we love guys who are nice to animals,” one of the hosts says, and turns directly to Wooseok. “Wooseok-sshi, since she mentioned you, we’ll leave you for last, okay? So we can properly build up the hype for the viewers back at home.” The boy nods; at least this gives him time to think of nice things to say to you amidst the flurry of thoughts running through his head at the moment.

He imagines talking to you after filming is over and exchanging numbers. He imagines hanging out with you if you have any free time. He imagines maybe doing a small collaboration with you, wishes it were possible. The images he conjures up make him smile, even if he is still kind of embarrassed—he was never one of the cucumber-cool members of the group—but he decides that since you threw yourself off the boat, he might as well throw himself off and join you.

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PENTAGON ONE-SHOT SMUT KINO/KANG HYUNGGU - RESERVED JUST FOR YOU - M

WARNING: DETAILED SMUT SCENES AND FOUL LANGUAGE AHEAD!

AUTHOR’S NOTE: Kino is my fourth bias and because I am also fond of main dancers he is also one of my bias wreckers and while writing this scenario for him I just remember his cover dance video of “no guidance” and also, because I am a new universe I became curious when he was in Pentagon maker and I saw his sexy dance gosh! So, I hope you like my scenario for Kino! Thanks! :)

“Y/N, you wanna join us to go to the bar?" her friend named Hyejin asked her.

“Sure! It will be my first time to go to a bar and somehow I want to experience to go party there.” Y/N said.

“That’s great! Yerim is also joining us for tonight!” Hyejin said.

“That’s good! We are complete to have a bonding with each other this Friday night.” Y/N said and both of them smiled. Then as time goes by, it was time for them to end their shift in their work and the three of them went to a bar but Y/N is kinda shocked because it was a different bar from what she is thinking of.

"Are you really serious Hyejin and Yerim this is a male strip club? I thought we are going to a bar where many people are dancing and partying." Y/N said and her friends laughed at her.

"Y/N, for us it's boring and tiring if we will just do partying and dancing in a bar," Hyejin said.

"Also, while we are enjoying ourselves we can see hot and handsome men here," Yerim said.

“Gosh! Thankfully all of us are single and no one will scold us if they knew that we went here.” Y/N said and all of them laughed.

“I know right! So, Y/N are you ready for this night?” Hyejin asked.

“Of course! I am kinda excited too because it’s my first time to be here.” Y/N said.

“That’s great! Let’s just enjoy their show. Shall we?” Yerim said and all of them agreed. As the show started one-by-one the male strippers are dancing in front of the stage sexily and Y/N can’t believe what is she seeing right now.

"Shit! They are just deadly sexy and they are just only wearing boxers!" Y/N thought and then suddenly, there is one male stripper who caught Y/N's eyes and as she watched him he dances sexily on the stage, her jaw dropped because of the way he gracefully dances in the beat especially the sexy body wave he did and also, she was fascinated by his physical features because of his toned abs, muscular chest and biceps and Y/N can't stop staring at him like she was hypnotized by him and her friends noticed it and…

“Hey Y/N! It seems you are into Kino, huh?” Hyejin said.

"How can I not admire his physical features and the way he dances on the stage, he is just perfect and I think he is one of the male strippers who are very attractive, for me and the way he dances is a work of art," Y/N said and Yerim chuckled at her statement.

“You want us to reserve him for you?” Yerim said and Y/N was surprised at her question.

"Reserve? No need to reserve him for me, girls. I am just satisfied to see him on the stage." Y/N said and smiled at them.

“Ok! You said it Y/N!” Yerim said and all of them laughed at her. But her friends didn’t know that Kino, noticed that she is starting at him and Y/N suddenly looked away and pretended not looking at him.

“It looks like someone wants me! She’s beautiful though.” Kino thought.

“Gosh! He just saw me now!” Y/N thought and blushed. Then when Hyejin is going to the toilet, suddenly someone approached her and she was surprised and it was Kino.

“Oh! You are Kino, right? The male stripper?” Hyejin asked.

“Yup! I am sorry to suddenly approach you. May I ask, is she your friend?” Kino asked as he pointed to Y/N.

“Yup! Her name is Y/N. Why?” Hyejin said.

"I want you to reserve her for me," Kino whispered and Hyejin was shocked.

"But she doesn't want it," Hyejin said and Kino smirked.

"She really doesn't want it? I can tell her eyes earlier that she wants me and I want her too." Kino said and Hyejin can't stop being surprised at his bluntness to her.

“Umm… if she knew that we reserve you from her, probably she won’t agree with the deal.” Hyejin said and Kino chuckled.

“I have an idea!” Kino said and winked at her and both of them talked about the plan and Hyejin just agreed with him and…

“Hyejin, why did you took so long in the toilet?” Y/N asked and Hyejin just smiled at her.

"Many women are in the toilet earlier," Hyejin said.

“Oh! Ok! I thought you already throw up in the toilet.” Yerim said and all of them laughed.

“You are funny Yerim! By the way, I have to talk to you first.” Hyejin said.

“Huh? Me? Why? Did something happen?” Yerim said.

“Nope! No worries. Y/N we will just talk for a second, ok? Just stay here.” Hyejin said and Y/N nodded. Then Hyejin and Yerim decided to talk to an area where Y/N can’t hear them and…

“What is happening Hyejin?” Yerim asked.

"You will not believe what I will tell you," Hyejin said.

“What is that?” Yerim asked.

"The male stripper named Kino, wants Y/N to reserve her from him," Hyejin said and Yerim was shocked at her words.

“OMG! That’s impossible and also, it’s my first time to hear a male stripper wants a customer to be reserved for him.” Yerim said.

“I know! It seems Kino is really serious that he really wants her, Look at Kino now.” Hyejin said and both of them looked at Kino as they noticed that he is staring at Y/N and just smirking and licking his lips.

“Oh shit! How can we reserve her from him?” Yerim asked.

"Kino has an idea of how Y/N will never notice his plan," Hyejin said and she talked about Kino's plan and Yerim just agree with it. As time goes by, it was getting late and…

“Girls! I think we should go home now and it’s midnight now.” Y/N said.

"Y/N, we suddenly thought of renting a VIP room here," Hyejin said.

“What? A VIP room? Why?” Y/N asked.

"We just want to, but you should go first inside and we will follow you," Yerim said.

“Why me?” Y/N asked and her friends just sighed.

"Just go inside and we will follow you and we will go to the toilet and wait for us there," Hyejin said.

“Ok! Fine! I will wait in the room.” Y/N said as she just went inside the VIP room, she was shocked that the VIP room has a king size bed and…

“Wait! Is this really a VIP room? Why did they reserve a room if me and my friends can just go home now? Gosh!” Y/N thought but she didn’t know that her friends just left her in the club and as she keeps waiting for her friends, suddenly someone went inside the room and Y/N was surprised the one who entered the room is Kino who is shirtless and was only in boxers.

“OMG! Why is he here? Also, damn he is still only in boxers! What is happening!” Y/N thought and gulped and Kino smirked at her.

“Why are you here Kino? I am waiting for my friends to come back here.” Y/N said and Kino chuckled.

“I didn’t see them outside. It seems they left you here.” Kino said and he suddenly locked the door and that made her gulped.

“What are you talking about Kino?” Y/N asked and tried to calm herself down.

"You're friends and I, had a deal that I want them to reserve you from me," Kino said.

“Why did you do that?” Y/N asked.

“Don’t deny that you want me Y/N, I saw the way you looked at me while I am performing earlier. To be honest, I also want you too Y/N” Kino said and as he went closer to Y/N, she can’t stop blushing and he noticed it and just smirked at her and then when their faces are close to each other…

"Gosh! I didn't expect a hot male stripper wants me too! But still, my friends just left me with him!" Y/N thought and Kino licked his lips.

"It seems you are going to give yourself to me," Kino said and suddenly one of his hands went to Y/N's waist and pulled her closer to him and she felt an erection at her clothed core that made her moan suddenly and with that sudden moan of Y/N, he decided to kiss her passionately and she just responded to it and while they are still kissing, Kino's hands unbuttoning her shirt and after he successfully unbuttoned her shirt, he cupped her breast that made her moan and he had a chance to slip his tongue on her mouth as he dominates the kiss and suddenly they stopped kissing and Kino helped Y/N remove all her clothes and when she was already naked, he pushed her in the bed and lick his lips while he was staring at her and Y/N blushed and suddenly covered her body.

“Don’t cover Y/N! You are a whole damn meal and you are just beautiful!” Kino said and he hovered above her.

"I am happy that you are really giving yourself to me Y/N," Kino said.

"I think it's because you hypnotized me," Y/N said and Kino just smirked at her words.

“Am I that really attractive for you?” Kino asked.

"Of course! You're hot and sexy and also because you dance gracefully on the stage." Y/N said and Kino bites his lips.

“I really want to have a private show for you but I just want you so badly now. Also, call my real name, Hyunggu for this night baby!” Kino said.

“Sure! Save your show next time. Just take me instead for now Hyunggu!” Y/N said and he just smirked at her and suddenly his lips went to her neck as he licked her earlobe and traces some kisses in her jawline that made her moan his name softly. Then his lips were going to her breast as he licked between it and sucked her left nipple and one of his hands massaged her other breast and slightly pinch her right nipple that made Y/N throw her head back as she felt a new sensation to her and Kino just smirked at her.

“Ah! Hyunggu! More!” Y/N moaned.

"Sensitive, are we? I like that!" Kino said as he hummed in satisfaction. Then he traced kisses under her breast, her stomach and he also licked and kissed her belly button that made her moan softly. As he continued to kiss every inch of her body, he kissed and licked her legs to her inner thighs that made her moan non-stop, and as he reached her core…

“You’re so wet for me Y/N! I love it! You will be my meal for tonight!” Kino said and Y/N shivered as she felt his breath in her core while he dirty talked to her.  

“Shit! Can he just stop dirty talk to me and I think I will go crazy over him!" Y/N thought and her thoughts were cut-off when he plunges his tongue to her core and lick and suck it at an incredible pace that made Y/N arched her back and curled her toes because of his action and Kino is smirking at her as he watched her pleasured face and the continuous sexy moans of his name that is escaping from her lips.

"Keep moaning my name baby! Sounds so sexy to me!" Kino said and while he is eating her out, he massaged her breast that made Y/N shiver again from his touch and as he continued to suck harshly her core, without a warning she cum in his mouth and he sucks her juices as he made a slurping sound in the room and he licks his lips.

"You are a delectable meal Y/N, that I want to taste every day," Kino said and Y/N blushed at his words.

“Can you stop being so hot and sexy!” Y/N said and Kino smirked at her and he hovered above her.

“Why? You think you can’t able to handle me?” Kino said as he looked at her eyes full of lust.

“I think I am just losing my shit on you!” Y/N said.

“Oh! Don’t worry baby, I will make you lost your mind this night and probably you can’t walk for a week.” Kino said as he smirked at her then he put a condom to his cock and when Y/N was about to talk, suddenly without a warning he inserted his cock to her and thrust it at a fast pace and…

“Shit! Hyunggu! Slow down! I-it hurts!” Y/N said as he gripped his biceps.

"I will fuck you with no mercy Y/N! I know you will able to handle me later." Kino said as he continues to thrust at a fast pace but as time goes by, Y/N became get used to the feeling of his cock to her and she was able to moan his name more. As Kino noticed that Y/N was already enjoying and feeling pleasurable, he decided to level up his pace from fast to hard and rough that made Y/N screamed on top of her lungs and her nails dug on his white muscular back that will surely leave red marks on it and also, that made Kino let out a sexy groan.

"You're so tight, baby! I think I can do this all day with you!" Kino said and Y/N tried to look at him as she already saw that his eyes were already close because he feels the way her walls are clenching around his cock and he continues to let out some moans of her name and she also sees that sweat is running down from his chest to his abs that made her lick her lips. Then suddenly as he continued at a stable pace Y/N felt her orgasm is approaching and…

“Hyunggu! I will cum!” Y/N said.

"Cum with me baby!" Kino said and in a few thrust of his cock, both of them screamed each other's names as they cum and the room now has a smell of sex and sweat and also, their heavy breathing can be heard because of the intense sex they did. Then Kino pulled-out from her and removed the condom from him and disposed it and he went back to lay beside Y/N in the bed.

"I am sorry Y/N if I went at a fast pace earlier and didn't mind that you are in pain. I am just so horny and I really want to wreck you tonight." Kino said.

“It’s ok Hyunggu! It was my first best and wildest experience from you.” Y/N said and Kino chuckled at her.

“It means you want more from me?” Kino asked and Y/N just smiled at him.

“Maybe! How can I not refuse with a hot and sexy male stripper.” Y/N said.

“Oh! You think you will be able to handle me again?” Kino asked.

“I think so Hyunggu! I think as time goes by, I will be addicted to you.” Y/N said and Kino was surprised at her words and smirked.

"Oh! You should be addicted to me because I will definitely make your life happy, wild, and adventurous." Kino said.

“What do you mean by that?” Y/N said.

"I mean, be my girlfriend and I will make you happy when you are with me. I love you Y/N!" Kino said and smiled at her brightly which made Y/N blushed.

“I didn’t expect you will really like me since we just met tonight! Also, I think you had a great plan to be with you tonight. I love you too Hyunggu!” Y/N said and both of them smiled at each other.

"Are you up for round 2, baby?" Kino asked as he winked at her.

“I am up for round 2 Hyunggu!” Y/N said and Kino smirked at her and he kissed her lips passionately and they went for few rounds until Y/N is completely exhausted.

  끝 THE END

Thank you for reading my one-shot smut fan fiction of  Pentagon’s Kino!

Stay tuned for the next member! :)

고마워요 여러분! (Thanks, Everyone!)

[hidansama]

Tenzovember2020 days 1 & 2

Wanted to participate in Tenzovember so here’s a quick mess of a scribble for days 1 & 2

ROOT & MASK

People call me Kinoe, but I don’t know what my real name is.

I don’t remember much about my life before Danzō rescued me. All I remember is being stuck watching other children around me die one by one, screaming for their lives and fighting until their very last breath. None of my memories from before this are good. None of them. They are full of pain and sadness and fear. I thought I was going to be next.

Do you know what it’s like to watch every single person around you die? Those images get ingrained into your brain and replayed over and over, every single day, in your dreams and when you’re awake, when you think you’re safe and comfortable, when you’re about to lay down to rest at the end of the day. You close your eyes for a second too long and you see kids being held captive. You open your eyes as you wake up and you think you are still there, watching the person in front of you gasping for air and crying as they struggle to stay alive.

Luckily I was saved.

Despite the opinions people have on this organisation, I have never thought about running away. I am happy here. I have my own bed and enough food to keep my stomach full. I have people to talk to when I start feeling lonely, even though I am not supposed to consider them as friends or family. We all have code names, so I don’t know what any of their real names are. I don’t think we are meant to know that anyway.

Sometimes when Danzō lets me, I spend the day with the younger members and show them my skills, what I can do. They are usually impressed and tell me how they have never seen anything like it before. It makes me feel special. Important.

I have heard stories of only one other ninja with the same skill. He was the First Hokage, the first leader of the village I now serve and protect to my best ability. To know I have the same ability as Konoha’s first ever Kage makes me feel honoured, yet slightly confused. How did I, a child not even distantly related to The First, get this ability?

My skills are getting better by the day as Danzō trains me. I am able to grow a small forest now, strong roots and branches full of leaves. The past few months I have been training with him have been amazing. I never knew I had abilities like this, or that I could improve so quickly. He is very proud of me. He says my abilities will evolve in the next few months and then I will be able to join my older teammates on more important missions.

When we are sent on missions, we wear black cloaks and masks to hide our faces. This is due to the fact that we are a secret organisation and protecting our identities is a priority. Outside of the members, no one is allowed to know about what we are a part of, who runs it, nothing. We are hidden. Underground.

Everyone’s mask is slightly different. They all have a white base often resembling an animal of some kind, along with different coloured markings to make them all unique. Mine is a mask with pointy ears which make it look like a cat, finished with red and green markings. Around my eyes, red crescent moons. Above and below them, dark green stripes.

Having a mask makes me feel like part of the group, like I belong. Like I have a purpose, a second chance at life. It’s almost enough to make me forget about every other memory I have from before. Almost.

Not only does my mask hide my identity from others, it hides the emotions I am meant to suppress.

Being part of this organisation means letting go of emotions, of my softness and my kindness, the core of what I thought I was. These are not qualities of someone strong enough to serve a village, but those of someone who is a disappointment and is destined to only observe from the sidelines, unable to serve or help.

The mask makes me Kinoe. It makes me who I am now, not who I was before. It takes away all my trauma, my sadness, my pain. It frees me from my past and gives me another chance at life. My only purpose in life is to be Kinoe, to serve Danzō and Konoha.

The mask keeps me safe.

[dialovers-translations]

Diabolik Lovers LOST EDEN ー Kanato Dark [09]

Monologue

ーー I had a dream. 

I am standing at the very base,

of some kind of large tree. 

When I raise my head, a delicious-looking apple,

hangs from the branches, fully ripened.

I am parched. I want to quench this thirst.

So I extend my arm towards the apple to pluck it.

However,

I could not reach it.

Because just like charcoal, it crumbled,

and faded away ーー ...

ー Yui wakes up in Kino’s manor

*Rustle* 

Yui: ...Where am I...?

???: ...Have you awoken, Yui-san?

My name is Yuuri. This is Kino’s manor. 

Yui: Kino-kun’s...!? 

Yuuri: Rest assured. I have no intention of harming you. 

You appeared to have been injured, hence why I carried you in here. 

Yui: ( Now that he mentions it, I’ve got bandages wrapped around my body. )

...I see. Thank you very much. 

E-Excuse me! Where is Kanato-kun...? He should have been there with me as well!

Yuuri: Unfortunately, I have not seen him. 

Yui: I see...

I’ll go look for hiーー

*Rustle rustle* 

Yui: ( Uu...My body won’t move. I guess it’s because I took a huge blow...? )

???: ーー That was quite the disaster. 

Yui: Kino-kun...

Kino: I don’t think anyone could have predicted for such a thing to happen right then, right there. 

You should have seen the look on Kanato’s face when he realized that you were the one he sent flying! Ahaha! It was priceless!

Yui: ( I wonder why he seems so happy...? )

Selection

→ Refute his statement (❦)

Yui: ...I’m grateful that you saved me, but you don’t need to be so rude. 

( How could you, Kino-kun... )

→ Remain quiet 

Yui: ( ...However, he has been like this ever since I met him, hasn’t he? )

( No point in trying to say anything about it. )

Kino: Well, I’d say rest is the best medicine. ...Let’s go, Yuuri. 

Yuuri: Yes. 

ー The two of them leave the room

Yui: ...

Uu...Uu...

( Kanato-kun, where have you gone...? )

ー The scene shifts to the living room at the Sakamaki manor

Ayato: Haah...Seriously, what are we gonna do now?

Laito: Hmー ...Good question. We better come up with a plan while Kanato-kun refuses to leave his room...

Subaru: Oi, Reiji. What will we do if this keeps up? 

Reiji: If Kanato continues to simply turn a blind eye to everything and fails to take up his responsibility as a ruler...

I can only assume that we will eventually lose our home and have to become fugitives. 

It was thanks to none other than Father that we were able to live in peace up till now...

Shuu: Why did the Old Man pass his powers down to Kanato...?

He should have been able to figure this would happen, no...?

ー Kanato walks up to them

Kanato: ...I’m hungry. Reiji, make me something.

Reiji: More importantly, what happened to her?

Kanato: Why does that matter? Not my problem. 

Reiji: ...This is pointless. 

ー Reiji walks away

Kanato: Reiji! Where do you think you’re going!? 

Reiji: I am leaving. I do not want to stay on a sinking ship. 

Ayato: ...Well, Reiji’s right.

Laito: Sorry, Kanato-kun~ I’d rather avoid getting involved with any more trouble as well. 

Kanato: ...!

...Just like that, you guys keep on pushing all responsibilities onto me time after time...

However, I won’t let you act as you please any longer!

*Woosh* 

ー The scene shifts back to the bedroom at Kino’s manor

*Rustle*

Yui: ...Haah.

Monologue

What if Kanato-kun’s powers ran rampantーー ?

Even though such worries (不安) fill my head,

I am unable of leaving this place,

as I am left feeling simply frustrated. 

I wonder if Kanato-kun is alright? 

I do feel as if I heard someone’s voice (声), right before I lost consciousness...

I wonder what that voice was saying?

When I close my eyes, I can only think of Kanato-kun. 

Back then, I completely failed to notice,

Kino-kun silently watching me,

from the shadows. 

ーー TO BE CONTINUED ーー

[mino-diabolik]

❝Scavenger Hunt❞

Mystic’s Birthday Special [3/3]

＊

[Location: Hallway — Banmaden]

Mystic: (Alright, now...)

𝕮𝖑𝖚𝖊 #կ

Mystic: (Fufufu... of course Yuri would also get dragged into it as well.)

(Alright! Let’s go!)

＊

[Location: Courtyard — Banmaden]

Mystic: [Yuri stands up from the edge of a flowerbed, in his hands he carries the helmet I use to ride my motorcycle. I arch an eyebrow in confusion.]

Yuri...!

Yuri: [Smiles.] Kino must have had you running all over castle.

Mystic: [He lifts his hand to my head and picks out a leaf out of my hair.]

Yeah... [Chuckles.]

Yuri: Well, I do hope it will all be worth it in the end. Here—

Mystic: [Yuri hands me over my helmet. He then slips out the envelope from the inside of his coat and smiles.]

Yuri: Your last clue. I hope you’ve had a good time so far.

Mystic: [I tuck the helmet under my arm, take the envelope and rip it open. I slip out the card and flip it over to read it.]

𝕮𝖑𝖚𝖊 #𝟓

Mystic: [I suddenly start feeling butterflies on my stomach. I chew in my bottom lip and lower my head in embarrassment when I remember Yuri is standing in front of me.]

Yuri: [Chuckles.] . . . Happy birthday, Mystic. Be careful on your way out.

Mystic: Ye—yeah... thank you, Yuri!

[I bow quickly and turn around, before rushing across the courtyard and into the castle again. I jog through the hallways until I’m at the entrance. I yank the doors open and step down towards the spot where my motorcycle is parked.]

[I throw my leg over the seat and drop down. I place on my helmet and press the button on the dashboard. The motorcycle roars alive. I push my other feet off the ground and take off by stepping on the pedal.]

＊

[Location: Lake — Makai]

Mystic: [I slow down as I near the gate into town, before coming a stop. I take off my helmet and place it over my lap, then sit still for a moment.]

. . .

[I take in a deep breath and hop off. Crow emerges from the woods nearby, then stands beside my motorcycle. I smile and stretch the back of ear.]

Thanks, boy.

Mystic: [Crow wags his tail at me. I chuckle and turn to leave.]

[I begin walking down the path along the lake with my hands clasped in front of me, anxiously fidgeting with the string to hold the bag of treaties.]

(Woah... I haven’t been this nervous about meeting Kino since our first date.)

Mystic: [Buzz! Buzz!]

[I jolt in surprise when my phone suddenly begins ringing. I pass the to a single hand and take out my phone.]

[Incoming call: Prince ✯]

Mystic: [I suddenly begin panicking and look around me. When I don’t see anyone, I gulp down my nervousness and take the call, then bring the phone next to my ear.]

Yes...?

Kino: [Chuckles.] I’m glad you remembered where our first date was.

Mystic: [I look around once more.]

(There’s no way I’d forget something like that...)

Kino: But why are you all fidgety over there? There’s no need to be nervous.

Mystic: . . . Cuz you’ve never done anything like this before. [Muttering.] How the hell am I supposed to react?

Kino: Fufu...

Did you have fun today?

Mystic: I did.

By the way, was Kazuha’s part some sort of reference to a mini-game from Hill Souls? It seemed very familiar.

Kino: . . . Maybe.

Mystic: [Laughs.] ‘Course it was. I know you.

Kino: Hey, Mys...

Mystic: Hmm? What is it?

Kino: I love you.

Mystic: [My heart skips a beat. My cheeks and ears grows hot as I grip the string of the bag. His quiet words send goosebumps all through my body.]

Kino: Pff—hahaha! Woah... you’re all red.

Mystic: [I slap a hand on my face and turn in direction of the lake.]

You dumbass...

(You can’t just say things like that out of the blue!)

Kino: I really do, though!

Mystic: Alright, alright, I get it...

Kino: Fufufu... stay there. I’m coming for you.

Mystic: [Kino hangs up and I stare down at the screen of my phone. I suddenly hear footsteps approach, to what I snap my head up. Kino appears from the darkness under the spotlight of the streetlight over the bench I’m standing next to.]

[In his hands he a small bouquet of both black and red roses, which gets a sneer out of me.]

Mystic: Woah... that’s so cheesy. [Chuckles.]

[I move toward him and smile. He hands me the flowers and I happily take them with a smile.]

Thank you very much, sir.

Kino: Hope you had a good day. I worked very hard, y’know?

Mystic: [I look away in embarrassment for a moment and chew on my smile.]

I—I did...

Kino: Shy much?

Mystic: [Kino grabs my chin in between his index finger and thumb and lifts up my face. He plants a kiss on my lips, then parts just a centimeter away from my mouth; I can basically feel his smile.]

Kino: Happy birthday, Mystic.

Mystic: [I peck his lips again and press my forehead against his.]

Thank you.

[I sigh quietly and chuckle under my breath.]

Kino: What is it?

Mystic: Gotta figure out something cool to do for your birthday next year.

Kino: I don’t mind just a normal date.

Mystic: We’ll see about that...

[End.]