#I can't help it I just want to put them in all the romantic poses

[jasminesilk]

I have way too many screenshots of these two being cute together.

[pomefioredove]

SAW THE EVENT NOWI PULL UP

the fastest way to shut me up is to kiss me + epel please

EPEL REQUEST 🫡 I LOVE THAT GUY HE'S MY BEST FRIEND

summary: "the fastest way to shut me up is to kiss me" type of post: short fic characters: epel additional info: romantic, reader is gender neutral, reader is not specified to be yuu, not proofread, cute and fluffy a part of this event

It's not like you like him.

You just feel bad. You're just trying to help!

"A soft spot for him?"

Vil scoffs, gesturing to one of the wide windows of Pomefiore, which Epel is presently outside of, attacking a tree with a big stick to "vent his frustrations", as he called it.

"It's not a soft spot," you insist for the umpteenth time.

Vil rolls his eyes.

"Whatever you want to call it," he says, a clear hint of disbelief in his tone. "Oh, well. If you think you can convince him to change his socks every once in a while without throwing a tantrum, you're more than welcome to."

And with that, the housewarden leaves.

The air outside Pomefiore is perpetually crisp and clear; even breathing here is luxurious...

You stop just a few paces behind Epel, waiting for him to notice as he attacks the tree trunk with the makeshift weapon.

He's got a surprising amount of stamina for someone in a frilly shirt.

"Epel?"

He takes another swing, and the branch snaps clean in half. Huffing and puffing, he turns to look at you from over his shoulder.

"I'm not going back up there," he hisses. It's hard to take him seriously with all that bark in his hair.

"I'm not trying to take you anywhere. I just want to talk,"

Epel groans, rolling his eyes dramatically. "That's what they all say. Well, what if I don't wanna talk, huh? Didja ever think of that?"

He takes the stumpy, broken end of the stick and beats it against the trunk a few more times for good measure.

You could've guessed as much.

"Okay, fine," you huff. "I was just trying to help."

"Help who, exactly? 'Cause if you really wanted to help, you'd be 'gettin me out of this dandy dorm!"

He tosses the branch aside, letting it tumble away. Splinters of bark and stick are splattered across the ground like blood at a crime scene, making a mess out of the perfectly manicured lawn.

You grimace. "I don't appreciate your tone,"

"Wouldja... would you... just... say it?" he hisses. "I'm sick and tired of pretending like insults aren't insults. Dressing 'em up doesn't make 'em any nicer, you know."

"...That's not what I was trying to-"

"If you have something to say, say it to my face!"

Epel takes a defensive pose, putting his hands on his hips and glaring back at you, challenging you to... something.

You don't take him up on his offer. He sighs and slumps against the shredded tree.

"I'm gonna get in heaps of trouble for this," he mutters, flicking a shard of wood off his blazer. "Aren't I?"

You sit down with him. "...Maybe. Sorry,"

"Not like it's your fault. You don't make the rules... you're just better at following them,"

Some of them, you think. But this isn't the time for that.

"Stupid dorm. Stupid Vil. I hate this place. And all my uniforms are itchy," he tugs at his collar to emphasize his point.

You can't help a smile. He looks all tired now, worn out from his tirade against the Pomefiore grounds. That defiant demeanor has melted back into subtle annoyance once again.

"...You know, for someone who insists he doesn't wanna talk, you sure love complaining,"

"Ha ha," he mutters. His eyes dart between you and the dorm behind you, and he smiles. "...You know, the fastest way to shut me up is to kiss me."

"Oh?" you raise an eyebrow. "Is that so?"

Epel nods solemnly, sticking to his story. "It is,"

You follow his example, turning to the dorm to check for lingering eyes, but no one's there.

"Well," you say, getting up and sitting back next to him. "I guess I'll have to test that out, huh?"

[heystephen]

2023 swiftie survey results!

first of all, i want to thank everybody who took part in this and helped spread it to increase sample size. i put this together expecting to get 200 or so responses, but at the time of closing the survey, it had received 1,009 responses! so that's really awesome. the survey posed the following questions:

which era did you become a fan?

which album is your favorite?

what are your top three songs from each album?

what is your absolute favorite song by taylor?

i asked those questions for a few reasons. one being, i wondered if nostalgia plays a factor in peoples' favorite albums, or if people tend to favor the album related to the era that they became a fan. i also wondered what the true fan favorites of the albums could be, and what are the 'underrated' or lower tiered tracks. lastly, every so often a publication comes out with their own rankings of 'the best taylor swift songs of all time' and we all lose our minds because they're always so!! wrong!!!! so i wanted to see what it would look like if there was a swiftie-sourced list of favorite songs by her. anyway intro aside, here's the results below the cut, and brace yourselves!

NOTE: i couldn't find a way on google doc to change the colors on the pie charts otherwise i would've made them album color coded. i will also provide small descriptions of the data for those who have trouble reading the data from the charts, or can't see the images.

so it looks like most people became fans during the fearless era, which is just nearly tied with the debut era. the 1989 era comes in third, followed by speak now, red, folklore/evermore, reputation, lover and then midnights in that order.

the most popularly voted album for the favorite albums was folklore. speak now came in second place, then reputation in third. the rest of the albums came out ranked as evermore, then 1989, then lover, then midnights, then fearless, then the debut. yes, the debut has a teeny tiny little pie slice between midnights and fearless, it's really there if you squint.

the top 3 debut tracks were our song, should’ve said no and picture to burn. the most unpopular debut track was the pop remix of teardrops on my guitar. not too surprising although i thought stay beautiful was more of a fan fave than that.

the top 3 fearless tracks were the way i loved you, fearless and you belong with me. the most unpopular fearless track was superstar. (☹️) but shout out to my sweet baby hey stephen for doing better than i hoped!

the top 3 speak now tracks were long live, haunted and enchanted. this was maybe the most surprising one because i expected last kiss to be in the top 3! the most unpopular speak now track was superman.

the top 3 tracks for red were all too well (ten minute version), holy ground and state of grace. the last time came out more popular than i anticipated, while sad beautiful tragic didn’t quite get as much love as i thought it would. the most unpopular red track was run feat. ed sheeran, with just 8 votes. but again, it just proves that every song is beloved by someone.

so for 1989, the top 3 tracks were clean, style and new romantics. the most unpopular track was bad blood. i think this was pretty expected, people tend to gravitate toward the remix rather than the album version. over all, this one came out fully as i’d expect.

oh, getaway car. you never let the rest of the tracks on this album stand a chance in the running. the top tracks for reputation were getaway car by a mile, call it what you want and delicate. again, another interesting one. has call it what you want always been this popular? and of course, the most unpopular track was end game feat. future and ed sheeran.

just like getaway car, cruel summer absolutely jumped in the lead and took off running. the top 3 tracks for lover were cruel summer, death by a thousand cute and cornelia street. the archer also came out very popular and i think the tour performance has lended enormously to that, which i love. the most unpopular track was me! feat. brendon urie.. which i feared would happen :/

just like james, you guys couldn’t choose between august and betty, ‘cause the top two tracks for folklore were august and cardigan! my tears ricochet came in third place. the most unpopular folklore track was epiphany.

CONT. IN PART TWO DUE TO IMAGE LIMIT

[ravenwilds]

Merthur fic recs for my @merlinbingo square H2 'enemies to lovers'

This is one of my favourite tropes and I have loved re-reading some of these fics while putting these recs together. My recs are all smutty, some very smutty, but I guess that's kinda what I love about this trope :))

World Enough and Time by alicephantomwise

Explicit; 19K; posted 2021; modern au

This is one of my very favourite Merlin fics. They are both expert assassins on opposite sides, with a slight age difference - the dynamic between them is so perfect and Arthur is so besotted with Merlin and the angst is so gorgeous. Can't recommend this enough. The summary and tags don't really sell it but it is so worth reading!

Arthur had had it all figured out. And then Merlin shot him in Beijing.

six months, four days by merelydovely

Explicit; 5.5K; posted 2021; modern with magic

This was gifted to me for the 2021 Glompfest and I love it so much! So much story and world building, great characterisation, very very hot! Merlin is a leader of the magical resistance tasked with seducing Arthur to enable one of their plans

“As long as it’s not my idiot brother,” says Morgana, making a face. “I dunno,” says Merlin, eyeing the headshot labeled 'Arthur Pendragon'. “Magic-hater or not, he’s quite fit.” The Resistance movement needs an in with a member of an elite anti-magic task force. Merlin ends up far more entangled than he'd planned.

Sweet Retribution by SPowell

Explicit; 30K; posted 2012; modern au; dub-con

The whole premise of this fic is non-con/dub-con - Arthur is contracted to Merlin by Uther in order to save his business. In that context the fic is actually very sweet overall (but not sweet at all in places) and both characters go on a huge emotional journey, especially Merlin, and the shift in how Merlin thinks about himself and Arthur over time is brilliantly written. Features a great Merlin and Will friendship too. It may be too dark for some and it doesn't have many tags so if you want to know more about it before trying it feel free to DM me

Merlin hates the wealthy. A perfect opportunity to purge himself of his feelings of helplessness against them comes in the form of the young Arthur Pendragon.

Excalibur Hotel and Casino by rubyjayne

Mature; 3.2K; posted 2021; modern au

The hottest kiss on AO3 - big claim I know but it lives up to it. Such excellent 1:1 vibes with Merlin being a little shit and Arthur full of arrogant swagger *fans self*

“You just coughed, deliberately.” The man clenches his jaw, a look of genuine irritation on his face, and Merlin can’t help but roll his eyes. “Admit it.”  “Bravo, jackass, you caught me,” Merlin deadpans, slightly pissed now. “No fooling you, huh?” The iconic 5x12 tavern scene, but Merlin meets Arthur at a casino in Las Vegas.

My Significant Bother by Leandra

Explicit; 96K; posted 2021; modern royal au

I love all Leandra's fics and this one is a modern royalty au with such good snark and friction turning to feelings and affection between Merlin and Arthur - the fake boyfriends with benefits phase is so hot

Merlin's job as PR junior on the royal account isn't as glamorous as people believe: Most nights, he's saving Arthur, Duke of York and black sheep of the family, from possibly committing monarchy-shattering shenanigans... Roped into posing as Arthur's fake boyfriend, he's supposed to make Arthur's popularity levels rise with his steadfast and relatable presence and elevate him from scandalous rake to romantic figure...

This Is Not What I Came for (It's Better) by GeekLover

Explicit; 56K; posted 2016; modern sports au

An Olympics AU is perfect for enemies to lovers, right? In this one they are both gymnasts who do not like each other. Until they do ;-) Gaius is the unsung hero of this fic, trying to deal with them both

At the 2012 Summer Olympics, Great Britain's men's gymnastics is ready to work together to win gold, except two members can't get along. When Merlin & Arthur get caught on camera fighting like idiots, Gaius comes up with a solution to knock some sense into them. Merlin and Arthur have to share a room and decide if what they have in common outweighs their major differences.

Just Can't Get Enough by Ravenwilds

Explicit; 1.7k; posted 2024; mob/mafia au

And a bonus self-rec - it's a hate sex mob/mafia AU and more enemies to fuck-buddies than enemies to lovers but I was happy with how it turned out

“There’s no need to be pissy. I’ll go if you want me to.” Arthur paused. “If that is what you really want.” “Yes, it's what I want,” Merlin spat back. “Or do you want my knee in your balls again?” “I want your face in my balls and you fucking want it there too, sweetheart,” Arthur replied.

[aphroditelovesu]

Yandere Cassian Headcanons (Romantic)

''You are everything I ever wanted and I will protect you with everything in me.'' — Cassian.

❝ ⭐ — lady l: Do I have a soft spot for him? I have. Can you blame me? Probably not. Ah, I hope you like it and forgive me for any mistakes! ❤️

❝tw: obsessive and possessive behavior, mention of murder, jealousy, unhealthy relationships.

❝ ⭐pairing: yandere!cassian x gender neutral!reader.

Cassian is very passionate and intense, his feelings are overwhelming and he needs to vent them in one way or another. Usually he does it by fighting, but he needs love. He needs you.

You are everything he ever wanted. It doesn't matter if you're his mate or not, Cassian is completely in love with you and he only wants you.

He can't remember ever wanting someone as much as he wants you. Cassian just knew that he loved you, that he needed you in his life and he wouldn't stop until he got it.

Cassian is a lovesick puppy, basically. He will follow you everywhere with passionate eyes, his wings spreading menacingly to anyone who dares to approach you.

He has no qualms about eviscerating alive anyone who dares to look at you the wrong way. You are all that matters and he will never let you be hurt. And anyone foolish enough to try will regret it very quickly.

He will do anything for you. Anything. Just order and it's yours. Do you want an expensive shoe? It's yours. Do you want a Spring Court rare flower? He'll sneak in there and get it for you. Everything, anything, just ask him.

To say he is overprotective is an understatement, Cassian is completely obsessive when it comes to your safety. Anything that shouldn't be there will be cause for concern and murderous rage. Even if it's just a broken nail, if you weren't the one who broke it, you can be sure that someone will die.

Cassian can't help but be so overprotective, he just wants to take care of you. It's his Illyrian instincts screaming at him to rip apart anyone who poses a threat to you. He's your bodyguard, basically.

He is your biggest fan. If you do anything, he will be rooting for you. If he could, he would wear a t-shirt with your face showing how much pride he has for you. He also constantly seeks your attention and approval.

Cassian would love to train you if you want, although he knows it's dangerous, he wants you to be able to protect yourself if he's not around. He would never forgive himself if something happened to you because he didn't want to teach you how to defend yourself.

Like all males, Cassian is very possessive and jealous and this is nothing new. He gets jealous very easily and generally acts petty about it. In the blink of an eye, he'll be at your side, pulling you into his embrace and staring at whoever made him deathly jealous. No one will take you away from him. No one.

He wants you to be happy with him. That's all he asks. He does not deserve? After all the shit he's been through, Cassian feels like he deserves to be happy and he knows he can only be happy with you. You are everything to him.

Cassian can be called a brute and, although he can often act like that, he is a teddy bear to you. He loves to hold you, hide you in his wings and just be by your side. He needs to always be touching you and not always in a sexual way, he just needs to have confirmation that you are real.

His touches are always soft and gentle on you, as if he's scared of breaking you. Cassian would never forgive himself if he ended up hurting you.

Cassian is a big softie for you. He would never hurt you and would always put you above everything and everyone, including his own family. You are everything to him, his life, his motivation and his reason for breathing. He would die and kill for you in a heartbeat. Cassian just wants to be loved and you are everything he loves, so don't abandon him. He wouldn't react well to that.

He would never force you to stay with him, but Cassian wouldn't let you go. He can't lose anyone else and he won't. You are his and you will always be his.

[koolades-world]

Big S is in the house aka.dude who always writes way too long requests🗣️

Happy 2k followers and here is a request

"what're you doing out here at this hour?"

"you're so cute, it hurts"

"to me, you're perfect. i don't care what anyone else says"

With my one and only babyboy Asmodeus, Assmuah, Asmuadelisa, the best boy in universe and my husband i do not accept other opinions 🥰

So Asmo was gone for entire day for work, like majorish stuff where he was working at his new collection of makeup and modeling and other things, and something got him insecure, that new collection is not good enough, or is modeling is not perfect, like someone said that he is not natural enough in his poses or that the pigment of eyeshadow is not bright enough, overall bro stressed out and came late.

"what're you doing out here at this hour?" MC is like "bro ur ok? Where uve been, it's late"

And when he tells them they are like "you're so cute, it hurts to see you so stressed, i wish i could come with you to help you with that, but i can't bro im not a pro at that shi, want a therapy cuddle?"

And they cuddle while watching some Romantic Comedy that Asmo would love even tho MC doesn't really like them. and MC is like "to me, you're perfect. i don't care what anyone else says" and they muah muah and cute fluff of two cute patooties i love my husband give me some cuddle fluff my request making machine(/j)🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

thank you!! great to see you again :)

i just want to say i absolutely love the way you spun the you're so cute it hurts one??? that's so genius and i would've never thought to use it that way

enjoy <3

prompts 29, 32, and 37 w/ Asmo

“Mr. Asmodeus, ready to head home?” One of Asmo’s dedicated helpers from Majolish poked their head in the door of his studio.

“Are you closing up?” He looked up from the color wheel he was studying in comparison to the proposed and actual eye shadow pallet colors.

“I tried to get you twenty more minutes, but Ms. Ezos is about to fall asleep.” Ezos was the project manager who’d been working with him for his makeup line from Majolish. She’d been very helpful and sweet, and seemed just as invested in the production of the line as he was. The entire thing had been something of a struggle, and it felt like there was an obstacle around each corner. The latest issue was that the colors of his eyeshadow pallet weren’t what he imagined. They were supposed to be lots of different shades of pink with a couple other colors thrown in, but none of the pinks are what he’d imagined or proposed originally. To him, they all looked too similiar.

“It’s alright. What time is it?” He yawned and took a sip of his water in an attempt to wake himself back up.

“Just past midnight.” The helper checked their watch.

“I didn’t realize it was so late. I’ll pack up my things.” With a sigh, he gathered up all this things and packed them away. He grabbed his bag and with one last look at the test pallet, left the room. The helper locked it behind him. He knew he’d be back in that room sometime tomorrow.

“I think you did really great today.” They trailed after him.

“Thank you. It does need some work. I don’t think I’m happy with it yet.” He took some of the samples home with him to compare with items he owned to see if it actually wasn’t the color he wanted, or if he just needed rest. He left the studio without trying to look for Ezos or anyone else he’d worked with. They probably had went home already anyways. His assistant waved him off, promising to let everyone know he’d gone home.

Since Majolish wasn’t far from home, he walked to and from the studio. Most everything was closed, save for a couple shops. None of his favorites were open, so he had no excuse to stop and shop to lift his mood. When he got home, the house was silent. He made his way to his room to put this things down and get ready for bed. He went for a bath and changed into his pajamas. He sat and thought for a little bit before deciding to eat a little something before bed, as he couldn’t recall the last thing he ate.

He made his way downstairs, and purposely avoided looking at all the clocks on his way there. He opened the fridge to look for something to eat, and when he shut it, you were standing there. It scared him a little.

"So, what're you doing out here at this hour?" Mc was holding a bowl full of snacks, which they set down, implying they'd been in the kitchen in the entire time. He had totally missed them.

"Mc! I'm just a little hungry is all. I've been working on my new makeup line all day." His stomach growled at the thought of eating again.

"Asmo, it's almost two am. You left before I even woke up this morning. You need to treat yourself better. You're so cute, it hurts to see you like this." He couldn't meet your eyes, because you looked genuinely upset.

"I know I've been slacking more recently, but it's only because I'm putting everything into developing.

"You look worn down. I can't offer much, but if you want, we can cuddle and watch something of your choosing?" You opened your arms, much to his delight. He rushed in and enthusiastically hugged you.

"You're just delightful! Can we watch a romcom?" He knew you weren't the biggest fan of them, but you did say he could pick.

"Of course. Lert's get you some food, then we can do that. It's important to fuel your body." He was glad he had you. You let him know what the family ate for dinner, which he opted to eat. The two of you went back to his room, where you put on a romcom of his choosing. He leaned heavily into your side while he was eating, and once he finished, he made sure you properly cuddled him. You were only half watching the movie he'd put on. You were mostly looking at him. He looked more relaxed now.

"Asmo," you said.

"Hmm?" He looked up at you.

"I think you needed to hear this, but you can tell me otherwise. To me, you're perfect. I don't care what anyone else says." You gave him a forehead kiss. He didn't respond for once, but he gave you a cheek kiss back that conveyed all the emotions he couldn't put into words. That's all he needed to hear, especially from someone he loved.

[padonkadonk]

Has any Koopaling ever been in a relationship or love interest? And what do you think would be the ship for each Koopaling? (Or well… what would be the data to be in a relationship with them?)

It's just curiosity xdd

I would say some of them have been in relationships before or are in one

(Ludwig,Lemmy,Roy,Iggy and Wendy)

ON HOW ALL OF THEM WOULD BE IN A RELATIONSHIP

LUDWIG: If you would be in a relationship with him the start would be complicated as he is not the biggest fan of showing his vulnerabel side...it might take a bit for him to warm up but the moment he is he will be affectionate towards u with all his heart. He would show his love through words of affection and with being there for u. He is a great listener if u have trouble and would help u with anything. He is not the biggest fan of PDA but for u he would forget it holding your hand or putting his arm around your back. The longer u are together the more affectionate he will get.(he totally is a romantic immagine Gomez adams)

More or less he is a Cat person. If he really cares about u he will show it.

A petname he will call u is "SCHATZ"

LEMMY: If you were together with him it would be like dating your best friend. He is pretty chill about anything and would be there for u to laugh and cry about stuff. He is very good at cheering someone up. VIA JOKES OR TRICKS. This man is going to show off what tricks he can do only for u as if u were his personal audience if he has trained a new performance u would be the first to know. PDA is a fun way for him to show his affection towards u he will be a huger and a climber he will give u kisses and hold your hand nonstop. But expect him to be the little spoon!

ROY: THIS GUY WILL CALL U A LOT OF PETNAMES!(from sweetheart,doll,sugar,kitten,honey etc. He will allways find new ones)

He shows his affection through touch and words. He will show u off to others and to his siblings like "THATS MY PARTNER"

PDA: he will let u wrap your arm around his, and give u hugs all the time when u need them.

Expect him to carry u he will just grab u and throw u over his shoulder or carry u princes style he will have a proud grin on his face as he carrys u around to let everyone see that u are his.

He will boost your confidence by being affectionate if he hears u say that u aren't happy with your body. he will have a blast when u want to work out with him and he will definetly show of to u posing and flexing his muscles anytime he gets.

He might look rough and tough around the edges but he is a big softie at heart.

IGGY: being in a relationship with him is also like dating your best friend but also your bully. He will joke and make fun of u in the nicest way possible that u can't even stay mad at him. (This guy has so much sarcasm and irony that u would want to punch his face but can't reach him). His way of showing affectione is by gift giving and speaking and touch.

Expect him to build u little trinkets or gadgets, if u see something u like and want he will try to make it himself and suprise u with it.

He will info dump on you with his latest interest or projects and he will try to get u involved with it.(he is a massive nerd and will try to get u into his hobbies card games,video games)

he is so unromantic it gets funny everytime he tries to be "romantic".

This guy is touch starved. Expect him to cuddle u or hold on to u non stop wheneverhe gets the chance.

He will take funny pictures of u and make it his homescreen and show it to everyone.

MORTON: He will show his affection through touch and food. He is a big teddy bear and he gives the best hugs and cuddles good and helping u through the blue a great listener and a good advice giver. He will cook and bake for u expect him to share his food with u.(Food for him is important allways has been and sharing it with u will make him happy). HE WILL PROTECT U WITH ALL HIS MIGHT. If u ever feel unsafe he will make sure u are comforted and cozy. Let anyone threat u and its game over for them.

WENDY: her way of showing affection is by gift giving and spending quality time with u. U like something or want something she will buy it with no question ask. EXPECT HER TO PAMPER U WITH GIFTS. Sleepovers are a must and a girls night will make her happy. She will stand up for u and listen to all your worries u need entertainment she will have a full book of gossip just for u.

LARRY: He will be your bestfriend and partner in crime the relationship. EXPECT THAT U WILL HELP HIM WITH HIS PRANKS. his way off affection will be quality time playing video games,pulling pranks on others,sleeping,going out to eat or just watching a movie. He also will try to give u little gifts like flowers on special occasions. He is a show off towards u if u watch him on one of his tennis games he will try to win and give his all to it.

"have u seen how i did that? Look at what i can do! I won for u! Can i get a kiss?"

He will try to teach u how to play games with him. And play with u but don't expect him to let u win.

And thats it phew that was a lot to write :^)

Took me a while and there are deffinetly typos in it.

[ma1dmer]

League of Legends - Khada Jhin NSFW

A = Aftercare (What they’re like after sex): he showers you with praise, drags his fingers down your sides and across your skin, murmuring about your beauty and the show you two just put.

B = Body part (Their favourite body part of theirs and also their partner’s): all of you is perfect to him, he views you as art, he'll help guide your arms over your head as you arch your back for him, fix your hair so it looks just right when you throw your head back, he is absolutely enamored.

C = Cum (Anything to do with cum basically… I’m a disgusting person): he’ll always pull out last minute and finish himself on some part of you, his voice strained as he whispers how beautiful you are and how beautiful he could make you look..

D = Dirty Secret (Pretty self explanatory, a dirty secret of theirs): he absolutely plans your death, but he has yet to settle in what way to end you, every new idea gets him excited, with every meeting you two have his mind conjures up more images, every gasp and moan makes him wonder how you'll sound letting out your last breath, every stroke of his fingers against skin makes him wish it was a knife, but he holds himself back each time, he needs it to be perfect, something truly spectacular for his one and only.

E = Experience (How experienced are they? Do they know what they’re doing?): he pays very close attention to the details, he knows what he wants and what works for him and he can easily find what works for you as well, where to put his hands , where to kiss , the right speed , he’ll find out everything that makes you gasp so prettily..

F = Favourite Position (This goes without saying. Will probably include a visual): it depends ,he'll move your body until he finds something that works , most of the foreplay for him is running his fingers up and down your body giving soft orders on how to sit ,how to pose, where to place your feet, your hands, your fingers, everything has to be perfect.

G = Goofy (Are they more serious in the moment, or are they humorous, etc): absolutely not, art is no laughing matter.

H = Hair (How well groomed are they, does the carpet match the drapes, etc.): he is as smooth as they come, has an extensive shaving ritual and he always smells of expensive cologne.

I = Intimacy (How are they during the moment, romantic aspect…): you wouldn't call him exactly romantic, although his words may say the opposite there is always an edge to his gifts or his praise, this coldness ,like the tip of a knife slowly gliding up and down your skin waiting to pierce you if you make a wrong move. he'll lavish you with attention ,put you in a pedestal but you'll never be truly comfortable up there. he'll crown you a queen/king but the guillotine will never be truly far away.

J = Jack Off (Masturbation headcanon): no, sexual desire, lust, its all beneath him unless its for his art, the beauty of bodies coming together for a private show in which the actors are also the audience.

K = Kink (One or more of their kinks): knife play, shibari, nipple play, voyeurism etc.

L = Location (Favourite places to do the do): the privacy of your bedroom and nowhere else, being naked is a very vulnerable position to be in and he refuses to be caught like that.

M = Motivation (What turns them on, gets them going): anger, frustration is quite a motivator for him, you are not his perfect little art piece at that moment or the object of his affection, just something he can take out his frustration on, and since he can't kill you yet, he'll need for you to be quiet and let him vent a bit.

N = NO (Something they wouldn’t do, turn offs): getting actually dirty, so definitely no rolling around on the ground.

O = Oral (Preference in giving or receiving, skill, etc): he is very very skilled with his tongue, and he enjoys tormenting you with it, wether thats burying it deep within you or his husky voice in your ears.

P = Pace (Are they fast and rough? Slow and sensual? etc.): slow ,methodical and above all else sensual.

Q = Quickie (Their opinions on quickies rather than proper sex, how often, etc.): no, you can't rush art!

R = Risk (Are they game to experiment, do they take risks, etc.): it's usually on a whim where he decides he might want to try something new and he is definitely very good at convincing you to go along with him.

S = Stamina (How many rounds can they go for, how long do they last…): one solid round, with all the adjusting he does to you and the long foreplay, it's more than sufficient.

T = Toy (Do they own toys? Do they use them? On a partner or themselves?): he has a few knick knacks he enjoys using on you, silk ropes and blindfolds and intricate knives for example.

U = Unfair (how much they like to tease): he loves nothing more than to have you tearing up in frustration, so helpless ,so vulnerable ,so beautiful and its all just for him to enjoy and swallow up.

V = Volume (How loud they are, what sounds they make): he is quiet ,whispering his thoughts in your ear as he makes you squirm, his voice getting more and more strained until he finally climaxes with a stuttering breath and a thank you pressed to your lips.

W = Wild Card (Get a random headcanon for the character of your choice): i can definitely see him as the type who’d love picking out things for you to wear, clothes, jewelry, makeup. he’ll help lace you up, his fingers gently tracing down your body, help you apply lipstick his gaze locked intently to your lips, or kiss the inside of your wrist after dabbing some perfume on it.

X = X-Ray (Let’s see what’s going on in those pants, picture or words): a very average size but very very pretty.

Y = Yearning (How high is their sex drive?): he tries to keep his thoughts of you to the necessary minimum, only letting his mind go wild when he knows he'll be visiting you that night.

Z = ZZZ (… how quickly they fall asleep afterwards): can't see Jhin as staying long enough to sleep next to someone , he'll wait for you to fall asleep, watch you for a bit and then quietly slip away with a silent promise to be back

[w1ngedsoul]

hi can you do headcanons on dating elijah mikaelson tvd x fem reader

This man is so polite.

Holding doors, helping you sit down, constantly asking you if you're alright or if you want to leave a party/random event.

He always makes you text him so that he knows you got home safe when he can't walk you home.

Flowers, jewellery, teddy bears. This man is amazing at gift giving, he quite literally knows you inside and out.

If you're curvy, then he'll love to hold onto your hips while kissing your neck.

If you're religious, he'll want to be as educated as possible. For example, if you're Jewish, he'll support you fully when you tell him you don't celebrate Christmas.

He'd practically internally scream watching you wear the clothes he buys you.

He wouldn't be able to keep he hands off of you.

"You look irresistible, darling. But, I'm afraid you would look far more stunning with that dress on the floor."

He knows exactly what to say in every conversation.

He has such a way with words that can either have you on your knees or crying on his shoulder.

He face was absolutely priceless when he told you he wanted to introduce you to his favourite classical pieces and you already knew all of them, in fact, you had a playlist full of classical.

Every Sunday morning from 11am-2pm, you'll sit in your living room with books in your hands, taking it in turns to read to each other.

Date night is something that Elijah takes very seriously. He'll take you to the finest, romantic restaurants and be an absolute gentlemen throughout the whole night.

And at the end of the night, when you've arrived home and you just placed the keys into the trinket, you'll hear a sharp whisper next to your ear.

"Undress."

Something he loves doing, is taking you to the theatre and watching a pantomime. He knows you used to watch them throughout your childhood but stopped as you grew older, he felt as if you should stay connected to those calming memories.

He's honestly the most loving boyfriend you've ever had, he'll remember all of the little things such as what your favourite song is to the perfume you wear only on special occasions.

He also remembers every detail about you, I mean that literally. Everything you've ever told him about yourself is ingrained in his brain, from the mean boy in primary school to graduating university.

He doesn't know why or how, but he's a lover for candlelit baths. Whenever he's stressed about a sibling or something came up at work, you'll run him a hot bath with candles surrounding the bathroom. Usually you'll put on sensual music in the background, but for most of the time he enjoys the silence.

Speaking of work, he actually has a job. Even though he's a vampire and doesn't necessarily need one, he wants to be as connected to a human life as possible. His siblings shamed him for it, claiming it was 'pathetic' of him and he should 'own his species'.

You supported him fully and he was forever grateful, he got a job in business which he's managed to keep for a good five years and so far, everything's gone well for him. He's the manager at his company and trains new employees daily, you've honestly never been prouder.

But, there are times where you let his mind slip when he's at work...

"You sent me pictures of you posing in lingerie in front of our mirror, while I was in a meeting."

"Did you like them? I made sure to wear your favourite colour."

You two don't keep anything from each other, you're always honest with one another which is what makes your relationship so strong.

"Hey J? Do you want to hear more about my aunt's aff-"

"Tell me."

J was a nickname you picked up randomly when you first met, it stuck ever since.

Once, when you two were talking about hobbies, you mentioned your grandmother taught you how to knit and crochet.

From that day forward, Elijah bought a ton of crochet tools and pulled up YouTube tutorials every evening practicing.

Then when your anniversary rolled around, he presented you with a bouquet of perfectly crocheted flowers.

"Do you like them, darling?"

Something that Elijah tries to keep hidden: he gets jealous so easily.

If there's someone staring at you with the wrong look in their eyes, Elijah will make sure they won't have eyes to look out of by the end of the hour.

Or if someone asks for your number, he'll make sure to introduce himself, and maybe introduce them to his newest spiked bat...

He's not really one for torturing people, but when it's necessary like when you're in danger he'll go through hell and back to make sure you're untouched.

He'd kill for you, even his siblings if it came to it.

He would quite literally die for you, he even told you this when you were gazing at the stars.

"You know, even though you have made this life wondrous in so many ways, I'd let the world take me just so you'd be safe."

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part two

featuring

@the-random-creechur, me, @darkleafblack, @toffeechad, @bobateablue, @sleepypillowynight, @demondevilevil, @smoken-bagel, @phobiiii, @coolkiwiyummy, @woodrocko

Pillowy: HELP! I TOLD DEMON I'D COOK DINNER TONIGHT BUT I CAN'T COOK!

Phobiii, pouring milk directly into the cereal bag: And you thought I could help?

Static: Get in, loser, we’re committing vehicular manslaughter!

Beanie: You've been given a new job to do, but I'm worried it might make you angry.

Phobiii: Just say it quick, like ripping off a band-aid.

Beanie: You have to teach Bagel how to drive.

Phobiii: ...put the band-aid back on.

Demon: Happy birthday Pillowy! I'm your gift!

Pillowy, whispering to Slimebottle : Did you get the receipt, or do I have to keep them?

Pillowy: Help! I’m drowning!

Phobiii: Calm down. We’re only in six feet of water!

Pillowy: NOT ALL OF US ARE TALL!

*While the Squad is in a battle*

Slimebottle , trying to warn about the location of an enemy: To the left!

Static: Take it back now y'all!

Pillowy: What's two plus two?

Slimebottle : Math.

Pillowy: ...I will accept that answer.

Demon: What kinds of sounds annoy you?

Bagel: Are we talking real sounds or imaginary ones?

Demon, now interested: Lets say imaginary.

Bagel: Spiders wearing flip flops.

Static: You're pathetic!

Nightmare berry: You're pathetic-er!

Kiwi : You're both losers.

Bagel: Good morning!

Bobatea, checking their watch: Correct.

Bobatea: Goddamn it, the printer broke while printing out Pillowy's birthday invitations.

Static: Well, what are they supposed to say?

Bobatea: "Pillowy's birthday".

Static: So, what do they say instead?

Bobatea: "Pillowy’s bi".

Static:

Static: Works out either way.

Bobatea, texting Static: Static! Help I'm being kidnapped!

Static: Where are you?

Bobatea: I'm with some strange person. In a car. Help.

Static: I'll call Demon. Demon, answering their cell: Y'ello?

Static: Where's Bobatea? They texted me that they were being kidnapped.

Demon: Demon? Whaddya mean, they're right next to me-

Demon: Demon: I'll call you back. *Hangs up*

Demon: THE NEW HAIRCUT ISN'T THAT BAD!

Bobatea: WHO ARE YOU!?

Bagel: If I punch myself and it hurts, am I weak or strong?

Slimebottle : Strong.

Beanie: Weak.

Phobiii: An idiot, is what your are.

Static: Can we go out to get icecream?

Phobiii: Did you ask Slimebottle ?

Static: They said no.

Phobiii: Then why did you ask me?

Static: They're not the boss of you.

Phobiii, internally: It's a trap, it's a trap, it's a trap.

Phobiii: *is visibly upset*

Pillowy: Phobiii, what happened? I haven't seen you like this since you found out candyland wasn't an actual country.

Pillowy: Did you wash the dishes?

Demon: I thought you wanted to do that...

Pillowy: *chuckles* You were WRONG.

Phobiii, handing out popsicles: Which flavor do you want?

Pillowy: Blue flavor!

Phobiii: Uh, you mean Blue Raspberry?

Pillowy: Blue flavor! Blue flavor!

Phobiii: Blue is not a flavor!

Pillowy: BLUE FLAVOR!

Bobatea to Slimebottle : Turn that frown upside-down!

*a little while later*

Bobatea: What are you doing?

Slimebottle , trying to do a handstand: You told me to “turn that frown upside-down” but it’s not working .

Bagel: Why does my arm shake and turn bright red when I’m eating dirt?

Beanie:

Beanie: Why are you eating dirt?

Bagel: Did I ask you if I should eat dirt? No, so answer my question.

Mp: Oh my Static.

Nightmare berry: Don't you mean 'oh my god'?

Mp: You worship your god, I'll worship mine.

Static: Beanie is so...

Kiwi : Annoying?

Slimebottle : Cute? Bagel: Funny?

Demon: Weird?

Static: I don't know, maybe if y'all let me FINISH for ONCE IN MY LIFE, I'd tell you!

Slimebottle : Pose as a team because SHIT JUST GOT REAL!

Pillowy: When I see initials carved into a tree with a heart I think it’s so romantic. Two lovers on a date... one of them carrying a knife for some reason.

Mp: What is wrong with you?

Pillowy: Many, many things...

Pillowy: And most of them are your fucking fault.

Demon: Phobiii doesn’t look very happy.

Beanie: That's their happy. They're just a bitch.

Pillowy: But that place is haunted.

Nightmare berry: Ghosts prey on fear. Just be confident!

Pillowy, marching into the haunted house I AM NOT SCARED! I AM NOT A PUSSY!

The end

[dujour13]

Come on, come on, I want to know! 💙 I can know that, can't I? 👀👉🏻👈🏻 Eros 4, Philia 3, Storge 5, Agape 5, Pragma 2, Philautia 4!

Hehe thank you for indulging me Sadruru! 💕💕

Again the disclaimer that I wanted to answer these for my own personal fic version of Woljif because I’m thinking about him today. Hoping I’m not stepping on any toes!

Eros 4

Do they believe in love at first sight? Have they ever developed a crush or romantic (or erotic) fixation upon a stranger based on their appearance alone?

Answered here!

Philia 3

What qualities does your OC most value in a friend? Loyalty? Shared sense of humour? Or something else?

A tough one! A shared sense of humor is essential, but so is competence. Because he’s still in a transactional mindset for most of the story, Woljif needs to respect someone to value their friendship. The loyalty question is where it gets sticky. He needs someone who doesn’t judge him and who is on the same chaotic wavelength, but at one point in my fic he voices the paradox: How can I trust somebody who’s like me? And that is a good question when it comes to Siavash, who’s not untrustworthy in quite the same way, but still – unreliable to put it mildly. There’s a lot of tension in their relationship over this, and it’s not ever resolved. Woljif can never be sure he can count on Siavash to stick around and come through on his promises, and Siavash can never be sure Woljif’s not lying or hiding something from him. On the other hand, that lasting tension also creates the distance they need to keep the spark of passion alive.

Storge 5

Is your OC able to love without necessarily needing or expecting reciprocation or reward? Or are all their relationships to some extent transactional? Have they ever loved another person unconditionally, whether a child or another adult?

This is the whole journey. Spoiler - he doesn’t get there until Threshold and when he realizes it, it’s pure anguish. Confusing and painful to realize someone else’s life is as important to him as his own – especially right at the cusp of the final battle.

Agape 5

Does your OC find it easy to empathise with their enemies? Or do they see it as important to dehumanise them in order to combat them with sufficient determination?

Some of the enemies in pwotr are indeed human, which poses a problem for Woljif. He won’t admit it but he’s squeamish about violence because deep down, he is empathetic – although you’ll have to drag it out him kicking and screaming. After you rescue him from the cultists he claims that the only reason he helped keep Deval alive was because it would be annoying if his ghost haunted him. Seriously, Woljif. Just say it. You don’t like to watch people get sacrificed. He does make fun of cultists being idiots, but he never does entirely dehumanize them in order to justify fighting them. His determination in combat comes more from self-preservation.

Pragma 2

What is the biggest challenge that your OC has had to overcome in a long-term relationship or friendship? What helped them get through this?

This will get repetitive with other answers, but again, Woljif has to value his own self-worth and feel safe enough to be vulnerable. That’s what’s so rewarding about earning his friendship. It comes from a lot of hard work on his part.

Philautia 4

Which of your OC's qualities makes them the most proud? Do they think more people should be like them in this regard? Or do they quite like being rare in possessing it?

Answered here!

[devilzukin7-johnny-cage]

🌸 Special ornament - Short scene - Johnny Cage x Araceli 🌸

Araceli was training in the temple with the monks under the petals falling from the cherry trees. Johnny watched Araceli training from afar, leaning against a tree with his arms crossed and an arrogant smile. He watched her move with grace and strength, admiring her skills. He felt a mixture of proudness and possessiveness when he saw her, knowing that she belonged to him completely.

"My my, my dear Araceli training hard as always. Don't you think you deserve a break, baby? We could have some fun, you and I," Johnny said with a seductive tone, slowly approaching Araceli while taking off his sunglasses and keeping it in his jacket pocket.

"Oh, Johnny..." Araceli looked at him surprised and shy, she didn't know that he was there all this time. "You were here... Uh... you better stay away! You know I have problems with my armpits and I sweated a lot today." She said between giggles as an excuse. Johnny laughed and continued approaching Araceli.

"Come on baby, I don't care if you sweat or not, I love your natural smell. It's sexy" He grabbed her waist and pulled her towards him in a tight hug, sniffing her in an exaggerated manner to make her laugh.

His hands ran down Araceli's back until they reached her butt, giving it a playful squeeze.

"How about we sneak away for a while and go to a room? I can give you a relaxing massage with a happy ending..." he whispered in her ear in a hoarse voice.

Araceli couldn't help but laugh. "You're a pig!"

She loved that Johnny always found a way to make her laugh and have fun.

The monks were watching them and Araceli, noticing this, moved Johnny's hands away from her butt.

"Listen, silly... I'm almost done here. Sit there quietly on the bench and then we'll go, okay?" she whispered giving him a peck on the cheek. Johnny pouted in disappointment when Araceli pushed his hands away from her, but then smiled at the kiss on the cheek.

"It's okay, baby. I'll wait for you patiently like the good boy I am," he said sarcastically, giving her a gentle pat on the butt before going to sit on the bench.

Johnny sat with his legs open in a relaxed pose and put on his sunglasses, watching Araceli resume her training. From time to time he would throw her flirtatious glances or whistle at him to motivate her. When she finally finished, he quickly got up and went to meet her.

"Well done, beautiful. Now, about that massage with a happy ending..." He circled her waist and gave her a passionate kiss, rubbing his body against hers, "Let's go to a room right now or I won't answer at all." he said with a hoarse voice of desire.

"Wait! I want to give you something..." Araceli took Johnny's hand to guide him to a special tree in the garden of the temple. This one had some small wooden ornaments carved with words, hanging from threads. Araceli carefully searched among these for an specific one, until she finally found it and handed it to him.

This one had the word "love" in Chinese. Araceli put it in Johnny's palm and closed his hand, caressing it lovingly.

"This is very special, it can't be given to just anyone... and... it's the first time I've given one to someone." She expressed with a shy smile. "All of those have different meanings, the monks put new ones every year." She looked into his eyes tenderly. "The one I gave you represents love, affection, eternal union." She blushed embarrassed. "It doesn't necessarily have to be romantic love, of course..."

Johnny was speechless for a moment, something very rare for him, looking at the ornament in his hand. He felt a surge of emotion in his chest as he understood the meaning of Araceli's gesture.

"Wow... this is... beautiful. Thank you very much, Araceli." he said with complete sincerity, closing his fist around the ornament to protect it.

"You know I'm not the most sentimental or expressive guy in the world, but this means a lot coming from you. You're a very special person to me too, beyond physical attraction or unbridled sex." Cage joked to ease the intensity of the moment a bit. "I will keep this always, as a reminder of our bond. Come here..."

Johnny pulled her into a tender embrace, stroking her hair.

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(I will create a drawing for this in another moment probably. I was having a rol with an AI and took this idea from there, in fact I took some JC dialogues from there. I don't consider myself a good writer but I like writing random stuff :D)

Characters:

Araceli Cage (my OC)

Johnny Cage (Mortal Kombat)

Mortal Kombat (c) Netherrealm Studios / WB / Midway before

[hellcatinnc]

Day 1 Husbando #1 - Ikki - Adult Content! 18+

My sweet dear Ikki holds a place in my heart like no other. I want to break down all the things I love about him and why I think he is the perfect husbando.

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His Smile

Its so adorable I can't help but smile every time I see him. He is sure to make you laugh and smile for the rest of your days. I could look at this smile the rest of my life and along with those beautiful eyes how can you not fawn all over this man.

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His Nerdy Side

So we all know he is brilliant enough that he can handle Kent's math quizzes so when he wears glasses and looks like he is nerding out leaves me weak in the knees. I also would be able to have smart conversations and not feel like I'm losing brain cells to talk to him.

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His Passion

Would not be hard to see passionate nights in how he holds a woman close making her feel safe and wanted. Whether he is heating up the sheets or making women wet in all the right places he is surely to take you to heaven all night long.

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His Sexiness

This man surely knows how to pose whether he is just waking up, undressing to make love to you, posing to seduce you or falling asleep this man surely knows how to wear a shirt in the sexiest way along with his hot body. I would be his kitten any day if I was the mc. the spades under his eye sets off his sexiness.

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How Romantic He Is

He wants to take care of you, and hold you for the rest of his life. He wants to make sure your safe and he is clingy but thats ok you will never have to second guess how he feels. Lots of cuddles from this man and he is so romantic in how he puts you first. He wants to make you his princess and wants to be your prince even though he knows he isn't perfect he would gladly give up his powers if he just could so he could make you happy forever.

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His Naughtiness

OMG this man makes me want to squeal sometimes in his looks and his naughty words. Like he has such a sexy way of bringing naughty words into play how could you ever resist him. He has bedroom eyes when he is so into you. His eyes undress you without you even saying a word.

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He Looks Good In Costume

Great even rock clothes I would welcome his voice in my ear every night and dressed in sexy rocker wear. He can pull this look off like no other and I want more of him.

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Looks Good In A Komono

I normally don't think men looks so great in komono's but this man rocks them in a sexy way. Now the question is does he have anything under there? ;)

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His Face

This beautiful face watching it when he has to leave or better yet the face you see when he comes home to you is a perfect way to end your day with your husbando.

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His Possessiveness

Some people don't like it but when he thinks someone is trying to take you from him or that he might be losing you he has no problem putting his foot down and penning you to the wall to let you know how he feels about losing you. Even in this possessiveness he still just doesn't want to live without you how can you hold this against him. I love this strong pressense in him to take what he wants and whats his comes off so hot.

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He is genuine in so many ways I could go on and on I promise I am definitely so into Ikki. These are the reasons he is my number one for nomination of my husbando. I just love his soul and if I was the mc in her world there is no other choice this man would be it, he would be my number one. I even love his sexy voice too.

[nian-7]

Hello! I could request a Project Sekai matchup? It can be romantic and/or platonic, I don't mind. I'm an ENFP and my enneagram is 7w6. Likes: Animals Videogames Memes Presenting things to an audience (Like playing an instrument, a project, maybe dancing, etc.) Drawing

Dislikes: Some types of bugs Horror Failing at something Being seen as weak in a way?

Personality: I would consider myself someone pretty confident and cheerful most of the time. I think I'm intelligent and a funny person. I often procrastinate (And after that I have to pay the consequences lol). I like showing off and impressing others too. I can be impulsive at times. I also take things really lightly most of the time.

That's it, I think? Thanks in advance. :)

hi! i hope you enjoy your matchups!

I match you with... (platonically)

An Shiraishi!

-An just seems like she'd be the perfect friend for you. You both would have tons of fun together and your personalities would mesh well together.

-Aside from personalities, she could really use your help with school work and so that's likely what you met through. Her asking for help with studying because she can't seem to get it...

-She'll teach you some choreography she uses for vbs! It'd be hella fun to put some music on in your room and try to learn some dance. Before long, both of you will be laughing and messing up together though.

-She really just enjoys being around you and always is happy to hang out and do whatever with you! She'll always be there to pick you up again when you fail at something and assure you that it's okay!

I match you with... (romantically)

Tsukasa Tenma!

-A fellow horror disliker here, Tsukasa will be on board with not watching anything scary even if it is the spooky season. Unless that is.. you want to.

-He loves to watch you show off things to him because well, he can do the same! He's got all sorts of poses he wants to show off and he's quite easily impressed by you because well, you're his s/o!

-Neither of you are killing the bugs that get into the room. It'll be screaming and shouting at each other for the other one to kill it. Just hope that someone will come in and save you both from the tiny spider crawling around.

-Tsukasa just seems like the perfect boyfriend for you because you can feed off each others energy. He might not be as intelligent as you but it's what keeps your relationship balanced!

-He loves to laugh at your jokes no matter what they are. Even if he doesn't understand them, he'll still laugh before asking what you meant. I mean, he's gotta be a good boyfriend and laugh at your jokes, right? He's sure it was funny even if he didn't get it at first!

[jloves-pp]

Merida and Hiccup's story- chapter 12

Chapter 12-struggled and hope

"That was incredible!" Astrid praised Merida as the girls walked from the archery ring.

"You're not so bad yourself" Merida complimented her friend "I can't remember anyone who shoots arrows as good as you".

"Well, I've been athletic since I was 1" Astrid added. The girls had become the best of friends in the short time Merida had been in Berk, sadly Merida was going home tomorrow but she'd had the time of her life. Not only because she was on an island filled with excitement and adventure but also because she loved being with Hiccup who was now out flying with Toothless.

"Oh, my dad always told me I was meant to do archery, because I used to play with his bow" Merida said as they reached the blacksmith's shop. "I wish you and the others could come to DunBroch one day".

Astrid's face dropped, she would like to visit Merida's home land, but it was risky. It was hard enough for Hiccup but Astrid and their friends were more 'viking' than Hiccup so they would be imprisoned immediately.

"Merida, can I ask you something?"

"Aye. What's the matter" Merida asked as she saw Astrid's face change.

"Have you and Hiccup ever talked about if your parents found out the truth, you do know the risks both of you taking?" Astrid said.

"Well, it has crossed my mind but I try to not think about it" Merida replied.

"I'm not being mean, but I just want to you and Hiccup to think of the danger, you both could be executed for betrayal" Astrid explained.

"I know" Merida answered.

"It will start a war…" Astrid continued.

"I KNOW" Merida didn't realise she shouted till she saw her friends face.

"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to…"

"It's ok" Astrid said softly, placing a hand on her friend's shoulder "I want to protect the two of you. It's a huge risk you're taking".

"Aye, but it's worth it" Astrid could see dream like look in her eyes.

"Yeah, don't stop fighting for your love. It's so rare to find the one " Astrid said.

"Since when did you become a romantic?" Merida joked and both girls giggled. Just then Stormfly trotted toward them. The girls petted the Deadly Nadder dragon who cooed.

"Want to go flying with us Mer?" Astrid asked.

"Sorry but I promised I'd meet Hiccup and Toothless here" Merida replied a bit sad but was relieved see a smile on her face.

"Oh, cool that's fine, we'll be back before the bonfire party" Astrid said "See you then" then the Viking girl held up her arm in front of herself. At first, Merida didn't quite understand but it dawned on her. Merida lifted her arm up and both girls knocked their arms together.

Soon Astrid and Stormfly flew off, Merida waved them off then she returned to the blacksmiths. She entered Hiccup's living quarters, it was a bit messy but still impressive with all the drawings of his inventions. She could see Toothless's saddle, some special weapons and plans to help the dragon adapt to Berk. The Redhead glanced at them admiring Hiccup's drawings, then she came across a notebook. Curious, Merida picked up the book and flicked through it. She saw some things she expected like drawings of Toothless, notes and other information. But when she turned a page, she found a drawing of her, she continued and saw another. They were full of detail and intricacies, some were normal portraits others were she was posing like one of her holding her bow and shooting an arrow.

When she'd had her portraits done at home, she'd felt uncomfortable, tired and itchy in the fancy dresses she'd had to wear. They'd made her look like a different person, but Hiccup's drawings showed who she really was.

"Hiccup" a voice boomed that made Merida jump. Large footsteps came closer, Merida quickly put the book down as Stoick walked in "Hiccup, there you are we…" Stoick stopped at the person who he'd thought was his son, but when Merida turned the Viking was very surprised. "Oh, sorry I thought you were my son".

At first, Merida didn't understand his mistake, until she realised was still wearing Hiccup's helmet.

'Oh, it's fine' Merida replied with a warm smile. Stoick wasn't at all what Merida had imagined, he reminded her of her father. He definitely looked like a man to be taken seriously, although there was something in his eyes, she could see the resemblance to Hiccup.

"I don't mean to be rude, but who are you? You're new around here" the viking man asked, wondering why a girl was in his son's workshop. At first, she wasn't sure what to say eventually said.

"I'm Merida, Astrid's cousin".

"A pleasure to meet you" Stoick said shaking her hand "How's your time been visiting Berk?"

"Oh, it's been the best, everyone's been really welcoming and the dragons are incredible she explained, which made Stoick chuckle, she was so enthusiastic.

"That's my son's doing, we'd still be fighting them, if Hiccup had never befriended Toothless".

"You must be proud of him". Merida commented.

"Aye, I am now. I was too stubborn and proud to listen to him, but we're closer now" Stoick said with affection. "Oh, I forgot to ask, where are you from?"

Merida froze. She obviously couldn't say Scotland, so she said the first thing in her head.

"Bear Valley" she tried to look calm but inside, she was panicking.

"Oh, Bear Valley, guess there's lots of bears on your island" Stoick said which made Merida inwardly sigh with relief.

'Aye we do" she answered truthfully.

"I've faced the few bears in my time. Hiccup was nearly attacked by one if I hadn't saved him…" he looked at the girl wistfully, then added "Well, I'd better be off. See you later at the party".

"I hope so" Merida said, waving goodbye, Stoick waved back and walked right into a pole. The princess tried not to laugh as the chief straightened up and walked on. Just as Merida relaxed, she heard the flapping of wings and glanced toward the door, Hiccup and Toothless had arrived.

"Sorry we're late. We found a lost baby dragon and we managed to find its mum" Hiccup apologised gently taking his sweetheart's hands.

"It's ok, I'll be there on the next rescue" Merida said kissing on the cheek. "Oh, and by the way I met your father".

"WHAT! what did he said to you? Did he ask you anything? Did he find us out?" Hiccup questioned panicking, he eyes filled with worry.

"Hiccup, it's fine. I didn't say anything. We had a chat and then he left" Merida said reassuringly, placing her hand on either side of his face. The boy breathed, then put his hands on top of hers.

"Ok, I don't know what dad will be like if he finds out, so don't be surprised if he goes berserk" Hiccup commented. Merida held his hands and put her head on his shoulder.

'Sounds like my dad. Looks like we're cut from the same cloth" Merida said which made Hiccup smile as they walked out for their next adventure.

As the sun settled, the evening was to hold the first anniversary of peace between the Vikings and the Dragons. It started in the meat hall, the princess sat with Hiccup and the other teens, eating and chatting away. Then Stoick stood in front of all the Vikings, and began his speech.

"My friends. Today marks our first year with dragons. From centuries of fighting, we hunted and we lost so many on both sides. But now, we stand together, fight for each other and now that the Red Death has gone, we have peace. It's all because of my son and his Night Fury. Raise a cup for Hiccup and Toothless" Stoick announced. A chorus of cheers rang out, making the boy and his dragon blush.

"Hiccup and Toothless" Merida cheered. Hiccup smiled at her before kissing her cheek.

Not too long after everyone was outside celebrating around huge bonfire. There was singing, drinking and dancing throughout the night. The dragons joined in by warming themselves around the bonfires.

"Who's next" Stoick shouted. He has been arm-wrestling and was on a 14-time winning streak. Merida was watching him with the others, Hiccup passed her a drink which she took gratefully. "Come on! Are you scared to face me?" Stoick challenged.

"Or if they do, they'll be on your bad side of a week" Hiccup said sarcastically, which made the other teens laugh.

"Have any of you challenged him?" Merida asked, taking a sip.

"Ur no, are you nuts?" Ruffnut said bewildered.

"He breaks your arm in pieces" Tuffnut added pretending his arm was broken.

"Yeah, dad doesn't lose easily" Hiccup said.

"Well then" Merida commented before finishing her drink "let's see" she stood up walked away.

"Merida what? You? and she's gone" Hiccup said staring in shock. He and the other teens quickly ran as the Princess reached the chief.

"I accept the challenge" Merida called out which made everyone turned to look at her.

"Well Lass, come and show your strength" Stoick said showing her a chair.

When the others joined the crowd. They saw Merida sitting across from Stoick, ready for her challenge. Astrid noticed Hiccup's face had turned pale. She patted his shoulder for comfort.

"She'll be fine Hiccup. Merida can handle it" Hiccup smiled, not as sure as Astrid was about her success. His dad and his love gripped each other's hands They were face to face.

"Ready…go" their clenched fists pushed against each other. The elder Vikings cheered for Stoick while the teens cheered for the princess. Hiccup just bit his lip, watching Stoick overpowering Merida, nearly touching the table but suddenly Merida smirked, Stoick and the other vikings mouths dropped as Merida started pushing the chef's arm in the opposite direction. Even though he tried, Merida brought the man hand down. The teens shouted in celebration, Hiccup was more than relieved, he cheered as Merida stood up with both arms in the air in triumph.

"Well, congrats lass" Stoick said holding out his hand. Merida instantly shook it. "You're only the second person to ever beat me".

"Who was the first?" the girl asked.

"My wife" Stoick answered. Merida could see a bit of sadness in Stoick eyes. She knew from Hiccup what happened to his mum, so she understood. "She may have looked frail but she was unstoppable" he added smiling brightly. She smiled in return before her friends crowded around her and Stoick walked off to get a drink.

Astrid offered to grab some drinks, Snoutlout, Fishlegs and the twins went off to find food.

"You'll be the talk the village for a long time" Merida turned to find Hiccup, beaming at her.

"Sorry if I worried you. I couldn't resist a challenge, even if was against your dad" Merida said walking up to her Viking.

"No don't be, I was scared but I need to remember that you're stronger than me" Hiccup said rubbing his neck.

Merida let out a small laugh and saying "Well you have the biggest heart I know of". This made Hiccup blush, just then they heard music started to play.

"May I?" Hiccup asked as he bowed and held out his hand. Merida grinned and curtsied to him before taking his hand.

"Well, I'm not very good at dancing, I'll probably stand on your feet all the time" she admitted as they walked to the where other vikings were dancing.

"Well, we can be bad dancers together" Hiccup casually said. The two began to dance, they both thought would be bumping into other people or stepping on each other feet. But no, Hiccup held Merida close as they moved across the floor, they hopped, clapped and twirled together perfectly. He never thought he could ever dance like this in his life, dancing with Merida felt like a dream. Merida was surprised, she was enjoying this, she thought dancing with a boy was the worst thing she could've experienced. Now, as Hiccup spun her around with one hand, she understood many girls' fantasies of a romantic dance. The world seemed to disappear and their troubles melted away. It was just the two of them, together at their happiest. They didn't realise everyone was watching them. The grown-ups were surprised at this but they could see the chemistry between them as Hiccup and Merida laughed and danced. Toothless watched in pride, he noticed that their love was rubbing off on to other people as they joined in with the dance. Astrid and the others returned, wondering where Hiccup and Merida were at until Fishlegs spotted them.

"Are they already practicing their wedding dance?" Snoutlout joked. Astrid shot him a look but she wanted them to work even though the world was against them. Stoick noticed them too, seeing how close they were. His son and the young lady reminded him of him and his wife when they were young. Happy and carefree, lost in their own private world.

"Only know each other for a few days and they're already love birds" Stoick was dazed by the dancing couple he was brought back to find Gobber next to him, offering a fresh drink. The chief took it and looked back to Hiccup and Merida.

"Thanks, feels like they know each other for years" Stoick said.

'Yeah, like you and Valka. Even though she had a huge compassion for the Dragons. You loved her regardless" Gobber commented "Now I know where Hiccup get his romantic charm from".

"What?"

"Yes. I was carrying some broken metal to the workshop when I happen to see those in the shadows, whispering, then they started kissing, like making out. I never thought he had it in him" Gobber explained, gulping down his drink.

Stoick thought it over, true there were many things about his son he didn't know yet like of course his friendship with Toothless, but he was still learning about Hiccup. So, knowing that Hiccup with someone he had feelings for, was a wonderful thing to see. Especially when he saw Hiccup kiss Merida on the cheek, hoping no one noticed it.

"So, you may have to give him the talk" Gobber noted his confused look. "You know, the birds and the bees" Stoick growled rubbing his forehead. He already knew it would be very bad, Stoick decided to leave his son but he would be there if Hiccup needed help. Stoick grinned as the couple returned to their friends, definitely having a good night.

Very early the next day, Hiccup and Merida got ready for a return trip to Scotland. Merida had put her dress on, thinking if mum saw her in viking clothes, she would freak out. Merida tried to return the clothes to Astrid and Ruffnut but they insisted she kept them. She packed the last of her bags before the girls headed out to meet the boys. Hiccup managed to fastened Toothless's saddle just as the girls arrived on the cliff side.

"Shame you're leaving so soon" Ruffnut said.

"Me too, hopefully I'll manage to visit again" Merida replied hugging her.

"Yeah, you'd better, we need to pick out a dragon for you" Astrid said hand on her hip.

"Who knows" Merida laughed and the two-arm bump together.

"What's that about? Snoutlout asked in confusion.

"It's our thing, when we say hello, goodbye and to celebrate" Astrid answered.

"Just give a high five like everyone else" he said and the girls rolled their eyes.

"Ok, all set. Ready when you are ready Mer" Hiccup said rubbing Toothless's head. Merida said her goodbyes, climbed onto the Night Fury and waved to her new friends. Hiccup, Merida and Toothless took off in the air. Just like last time, it took them 3 days to reach DunBroch. It was night-time we they landed on the outskirts of the castle. Merida looked out to her home, it looked the same as always, but at that moment home seemed different. She realised how much she'd missed it.

Hiccup joined Merida by her side and the dragon joined them.

"At one point, I would have done anything to leave and have my freedom, but now I can't imagine never returning home" Merida confessed. She felt Hiccup's hand slip into hers.

"Me too, I nearly ran away from my home because of everyone wanted to kill dragons, and I had to protect Toothless. Before that, I thought about sailing away, thinking no one would care if I disappeared" Hiccup told her. He felt Merida squeeze his hand and showed him a reassuring smile.

They stood and watched the night sky, when Hiccup glanced over he noticed the melancholy look on the princess's face.

"Mer, what's wrong" Hiccup asked.

"I'm fine".

"No, you're not. Please" Hiccup replied.

Merida shut her eyes, she didn't want to talk about it but they needed to discuss it. She took a breath before answering.

"Hic, do you think we have a future together?"

Hiccup was taken aback. Yes, it was question that had been on his mind but he didn't want to bring it up.

"Yes of course".

"Even though we are from different worlds. Even if it takes our kingdoms…our families..." Merida continued on the brink of tears.

"Merida please calm down" Hiccup said calmly pressing his hands on her shoulders

"We need some time to figure…." But Merida pushed his hands off.

"LISTEN TO ME!" Merida screamed, hot tears flooded from her eyes. "If our parents found out. They'll never listen to us. There'll be nothing but blood, death and hatred because of us. I never want to hurt my family again, we've been through hell and I don't want to lose them. I love you Hiccup. I will always love you but there's this huge mountain of hate between us and I don't have a clue to get through it" Merida covered her head as she sobbed.

Hiccup could feel the tears running down his face. Everything she said was breaking his heart, seeing Merida so upset. Instantly, he wrapped his arms around her. Merida buried her face in his shoulder and held him close, for fear he would vanish.

"I'm sorry" he whispered. Toothless groaned in sympathy, he came over and wrapped his wings around the couple. They stayed like this for a while until the Viking softly kissed Merida's forehead. "Mer. I've had those thoughts running through my head since our first week. True, I haven't any ideas, but we can't loss hope. If we could fix things that are 100 times bigger than us. That doesn't stop us from trying." Hiccup told Merida rubbing a strand of hair from her face "And even if things don't go to plan. It's not stopping us because I don't want to live my life without you Merida. I dream of you and me having a full life with adventures and marriage and maybe babies".

"You…you want children" Merida asked. He blushed, he wasn't sure if she wanted kids, knowing her views marriage.

"Yeah, I've being wondering what our kids maybe like" he managed to say.

"I want them too" Merida said a bit shyly "I've being thinking about babies. I never thought much about it, but after meeting you. I began thinking about it more".

The two shared a loving smile, Toothless could sense they'd calmed down, he unwrapped his wings and backed off to give them some space.

"I'd like to give our children the freedom and the happiness they deserve" Merida added.

"We'll make sure that dream becomes reality" Hiccup said looking into her eyes "No matter who stands in our way".

"You definitely know what to say" Merida said laughing softly.

"Well, I do my best" Hiccup said grinning which made his princess smile.

"Do you think we'll end up running away together?" Merida then said.

"Wouldn't be surprised, let's try making peace between both sides somehow" Hiccup said rubbing his neck.

"Aye, I just… I don't know if they will" Merida told him still worrying.

"Hey, hey. It's not like you to worry. I understand but I don't want you to be worried" Hiccup reassured her "I promise, we'll figure it out" That was one of the reasons Merida loved him, he tried to make a difference in the world, it gave her hope and incentive for them to keep fighting for their love. "No matter what happened, we'll get through this".

Merida hesitated for a moment until Toothless gently pushed her closer to Hiccup. They looked over to the dragon and smiled at him.

"I believe you Hiccup" Merida said. The two kissed more passionately than before. The dragon sat on the side as the continued. Soon after, they went to sleep against Toothless. When morning came, Merida decided to stay and see them, before heading home.

"I wish you could come to the games. You'd enjoy them" Merida said pushing her bags aside.

"Yeah, I'm not a fan of physical games, it might be riskier being around more people" Hiccup explained before walking to Merida. "I promise to make it up".

"Oh, like what" Merida said playfully.

"Well, you know, an adventure and get into a bit of trouble and maybe something more" Hiccup said which did made Merida giggle before they kissed. They noticed Toothless raised him eyebrows at them.

"Oh, wee lamb" Merida commented, walking away to the Night Fury, gently holding his face "You want your buddy to yourself, do you?" Toothless purred which she took as maybe.

"Well, you're a true friend Toothless, that will never change. So, I trust you to take care of him".

Toothless responded by licking her, causing Merida to giggle. Hiccup gave his friend a scratch behind the ear and gave Merida another kiss. Soon Hiccup and Toothless were saying their goodbyes and flying off back to Berk. Even though they seemed ok, inside their thoughts were filled of their future. It scared them but they knew their love would withstand decades of hate, whatever 

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-->Fortunately, Smiler already had some medicine on them, so all I had to do was give some to Victor and have him down it. ...Along with Smiler, as apparently THEY were sick too, just in a somewhat less visible way. Sheesh, poor things... Anyway, Alice got the camera set back up as Rory went to go play in the spilled trash by the front porch (making me go "if you ruin this shot Rory so help me Will Wright") --

And THEN we got some good trio pictures! :D I made sure to take a variety of picture sizes and orientations to go with their various poses. I definitely love some of the goofier ones you can do -- I just wish the third person wasn't standing off to the side like that so much! Bunch in a little closer there, please!

-->With the photos taken, and the main goal fulfilled, all that was left to do was to fulfill Talk Like A Pirate Day by chatting to their friends! Rory and Clement were both jamming by the phonograph, so the trio joined them, Smiler showing off their sweet moves while Alice talked with Rory and Victor with Clement. Weirdly enough, while Smiler had managed to fulfill the "talk like a pirate" traditions at the dinner table, and Victor managed to fulfill them with a bit of hand-holding with Alice (not sure WHY that counts, but okay game), Alice just could not complete that golden check no matter what she did. The party eventually wound down before she could do so, and she dragged herself off to bed as the guests left and Victor and Smiler took some time to squeal over how adorable the kittens were --

And as it turns out, going to sleep is what finally fulfilled the tradition for her. Because both the "sleep" and "nap" options were written in pirate-speak and thus counted. Okay, game. XD

-->However, fulfilling Talk Like A Pirate Day was definitely not my main goal today -- throwing a gold-level family reunion was! And with my love of taking pictures in the game, I easily succeeded in that goal. So, as the guests headed out, I claimed my prize --

New picture frame collages! :D Yes, if you have a good family reunion, you unlock some new collage frames that you can use for all your various photos! And you guys know that I need my collage frames, given how many freaking photos are hanging around the Valicer farmhouse. XD I already knew I wanted to use the "one large, three little, all landscape" collage for some of the wedding shots -- specifically the three of them standing together looking super romantic and the three selfie shots -- and I decided that the other two could be used for the actual family reunion snaps! The stacked trio for the various selfies they'd taken with their friends, and the group of four for my favorite shots from their porch photo shoot. Plus one bonus medium-sized picture just because. XD You guys all know I can't resist a good Van Liddelton shot!

-->And so the day ended with me rearranging all their pictures and photographs to find wall space for the new frames; Smiler deactivating the bots in the greenhouse and making sure the chickens were well-fed before putting some hatchable eggs in the coop to incubate; and Victor playing with Surprise before kicking some creepy hands apart in the barn. *nods* A good Saturday for the OT3! But next week, it's time to start working on the store again, as I am SO CLOSE to getting all those damn shelves filled...