#Padora

[lithesunflower]

Anya: So Quaritch is your dad? Spider: No Anya: So he's not your dad? Spider: Also no? Anya: I'm confused Spider: Tell me about it...

[disarmluna]

Ashley Park @ Pandora Event NYFW

[meakajamespotter]

Another Fanfic Idea (Marauders)

In a world where one per cent of the population has powers. In this kingdom, people with powers are condemned to a death sentence because they are considered a danger to society. Set in a Middle Ages vibe and universe but with fantasy, three children of three noble families—Regulus, Pandora, and Dorcas—have to run away because their powers were discovered. They try to escape to a nearby kingdom where powers are allowed and even celebrated, ruled by Prince James.

Sirius doesn't hesitate one minute and runs away with his brother Regulus and group, along the way, they save someone with their powers from a pirate attack, that someone reveals themselves to be Prince James. As a reward, they are invited to join his court.

Meanwhile, one of the pirates, Remus was on the pirate boat that sank in the ocean after the defense. He was holding onto a piece of wood unconscious when Sirius saw him and insisted on rescuing him. Now, they all stick together at Prince James’s court, trying to stay safe while dealing with magic and new norms and culture.

( I don't know if it makes sense 🤔 it does in my head, though )

[hells-sirenqueen]

|| CLOSED STARTER FOR @mages-pandoras-box ||

When it came to rallying her people under a single banner, Lilith tasked herself with confronting the Overlords and those of the Ars Goitea class. In all honesty, she would much rather deal with the demon birds than Overlords.

She knew that, at the very least, the Ars Goitea were demons of class. Much preferred company during her stressful days. Today, she will be visiting Stolas. Knocking on the door, she was greeted by an Imp who bowed and welcomed her in. Lilith was shown to the study as the imp left to retrieve Stolas.

[lupuslikethewolf]

Pandora: you ever just lay in bed at night and think about the inevitable death of the universe and how one day your mortality will catch up with you and drag you kicking and screaming to your chosen afterlife?

Barty, who just wanted coffee: . . .

[banghwa]

back hommeeee with a week off from writing n a ton of new books n cds and vintage clothes god i loveeeee montreal <33

[aroomforarchitecture]

(de) Coding Mumbai Exhibition at IF.BE, Mumbai. June 2022

As part of SPARE, the research side of sP+a, Mumbai we put together a study of Mumbai’s building regulations and its impact on the production of housing. More information can be found in the links below: IF.BE Covered in The Hindu Worldarchitecture.org Question of Cities Camp

[ourshadowstars]

Need a modern day au where Lily and Regulus fake date. It starts out after Lily panics and tells her friends that she's dating Regulus because it's the first name that pops in her head, but also she figures no one would be able to confirm it because none of her friends talk to him. One thing leads to another, and eventually Regulus hears about it, but instead of denying it, he goes along because he wants an opportunity to talk to Sirius. During their "dates" they bond over missing their siblings and become really good friends (lots of sibling ansgst because I'm a sucker for that shit). Padora is still Regulus best friend, but Lily is the first person Regulus goes to when he realizes he has a crush on James. Lily does the same for her feelings for Mary.

Lily introduces him to muggle literature and music, which Regulus becomes obsessed with to the point that when his studying, you will randomly hear him mumble the lyrics to his favorite song. (Even though indie is his favorite genre, his favorite album is Folklore because I said so. His favorite book is Little Women because his so Amy coded). On his birthday, Lily gifts him a beautiful telescope because even though there are magical ways to observe the stars, Regulus is obsessed with muggle objects. In return, Regulus buys her a fancy potions kit because that's her favorite subject and a gold necklace with a little lily charm that has an emerald stone.

p.s. fuck JK Rowling.

[multi-fandom-bi]

6, 16, 25, and 26 for the soc asks!

Thanks for the ask!!

6. There are a lot of things that I would have liked to get more attention but most of all I wanna know about the crows' lives before shit went down, like the little details that don't really matter in the long run. Obviously we know quite a lot about Inej and Kaz but there are aspects of their lives that we don't know and also: what about the other crows? How was Wylan's relationship with his father befor Van Dick found out he can't read? How did Jesper manage to get into Ketterdam University and what was he studying? What about Matthias's and Nina's childhoods before the shipwreck? How did Inej experience girl hood before it was taken from her? Did Kaz help around the farm when he was little? I could go on and on about this but you get the idea

16. You have opened Padora's box with this one, love. I have several hills I would climb and die on gladly, but I would pick the one that truly makes me mad: Jesper is a great character that is more than the loveable comic relief. I mean my guy got into Ketterdam University and we are told this is a rich-ass institution that you have to be really good to get into and Jesper just did it. His chapters are dumbed down to his jokes by the fandom and everyone glimpses over the internal turmoil he has: when he sees the "trophies" that the Fjerdans keep from fallen Grisha, when he is outted as a Grisha to everyone, when he talks about his infatuation with Kaz. Jesper is as well rounded as all the others and some ppl need to understand that. I also think the same about Matthias (how he is more than Nina's love interess) and Wylan (about how he's not the baby that the fandom makes him out to be), but I think I will make a separate post on those two.

25. What I like most about the duology are the characters. Like they're all interesting and fun to read about on their own and as a group. I love the complex relationships everyone has and that they all have a goal that they want to achieve outside of the main heist. They all experience the same things/similar things but have varied responses (ex: when Inej was kidnapped) and that makes them feel more like actual ppl than book characters. One thing I wasn't so fond of however was probably the Jesper-Wylan-Kuwei situation but I think that just because I am an avid hater of love triangles that don't end in polyamory so, yeah. I'm not too mad about that but it still irks me.

26. There were a lot of points in the books that caught me off guard when I first read them but the one that shocked me the most was – prepare for a Basic bitch answer – "He was just Wylan. He told them everything". I know most of the fandom will say this but honestly that's for a good reason, I had to phisically put the book down and beat my fist into my bed when I read that and that doesn't happen very often for me. I was ready to defend Wylan till I died at that moment.

Wow this post got out of hand quick. If anyone wants to send me some more soc asks, go ahead and do so!

[aurora567]

Padora's Gift Ch. 11

Warning: this story will contain mature content such as but not limited to sex, cursing, blood, violence, breeding kink, A/B/O themes ect.

Word count: 3225

AN: I will be visiting my little sister who just had a baby and so I will not be posting anything from April 12-26. I will make a post on my tumbler as well but incase no one sees it. Chapter 12 will be posted on May 1st sorry for the wait.

Last Chapter

Holy shit! Did she really just make such a flirtatious comment to Bakugou fucking Katsuki? She did, she really did. Geeze's HR would have her head. She was supposed to be working with the man, not flirting. And the tabloids! she could already see the headlines. Second rate omega hero tried to steal the best bachelor and number two hero. Now she wanted to crawl under a rock and hide as she could feel Bakugou's eyes watching her as she buckled the kid into his seat before quickly running around the jeep to jump in herself. Not looking at either man she buckled herself in and turned her attention over to Hatori smiling as she asked him how he enjoyed the day?

And of course the kid was more than happy to start going off about what a great day he had. How happy he was that he got to spend the day with two of his favourite heroes. And she welcomed that the jeep was so nice and open allowing the wind to carry away the smell of her distress and internal turmoil. Luckily listening to Hatori helped allow her to try and clear her mind, steady her breath and most importantly calm down her pheromones before either alpha in the front of the jeep could notice. Damn it she hated not wearing her scent blockers even if the damn things itched and where annoying as could be. But at least they kept her emotions a secret and to herself now allowing anyone else to notice the changes that occurred within her mind or body.

The car ride felt fair to short before the jeep was rolling to a stop parking in front of her shabby little apartment building. A part of her was so relieved she wanted to run and hide in the safety of her home. And yet a small part of her almost didn't want to say goodbye to the two large looming idiots who had also apparently crawled out of the jeep as well. Though to her demise she was now forced to deal with a rather reluctant kid who did not want to get out of the jeep willingly.

It wasn't easy to try and get the kid out of the jeep. And poor Bakugou was a growling idiot of course as he cursed the kid under his breath. Of course each curse earned him a glare as she stood back watching Kirishima try to calm the kid down.

"How about we go make some cookies? We can spend the evening baking your favourite goodies," she called out which in turn had the kid shut up and look at her with an arched eyebrow. He looked skeptical as if she may be lying to him. The kid had at least one weakness. He loved sweets a lot.

"With extra chocolate chips?" The kid asked as Kirishima stepped back and the kid stuck his head out the door. She resisted the urge to laugh as the kid seemed to be trying to barter with her.

"You drive a hard bargain, little man. Sure with extra chips," she said as she watched the kid smile widely and jump out of the jeep as both men looked at the woman like she grew a second head. One minute ago they thought they were going to have to rip the child from the jeep. The next he jumped out willingly, all smiles. Though his big blue eyes looked between both male hero's as if wanting to ask if they would join, but he bit his tongue. Kid was smart; he knew hero's were busy people. Still he at least climbed out of the jeep dried eye and smiling.

"Will you take some cookies with you to work on Monday?" He asked as he walked over to stand by her side. His small hand wrapping around hers before he glanced back over his shoulder as Kirishima removed the booster seat from his jeep.

"Only if you don't eat them all," she said laughing lightly as she teased the kid watching him pout as he started to whine that he wouldn't eat all the cookies. With her backpack over one shoulder, Hatori's hand in one of hers, she reached for the booster with her last empty hand only for Bakugou to scoop it up.

"I'll carry it up for you," he growled almost as if it was some inconvenience for him. But she wasn't an idiot. If Bakugou didn't want to do something he would never have even suggested it. And arguing or even saying a word about it would only blow up the idiot.

"Thanks. See you Monday Kirishima," she said waving a hand at the red head as Hatori waved like the little excited idiot he was also saying his goodbyes as they turned to walk away leaving Kirishima to lean back against his jeep and wait as he watched his blonde idiot friend walk with the woman and kid as they disappear into the apartment.

Sakaki wasn't sure how to react to the blonde as he followed her to the elevator as he really wasn't needed but she wasn't about to tell him she didn't need his help. Bakugou didn't just do things out of the kindness of his heart. This was something she imagined she would have had to argue with Kirishima over but she never expected Bakugou to just grab the booster seat and carry it for her. And of course he looked rather irritated with the action of helping her out. But he didn't actually say anything as the elevator ride remained silent between them. Though Hatori was more than happy to yap about the plan to bake cookies with his aunty Shinzuko. Though sadly for him neither adult was really truly listening to him as both were too busy being stiff and nervous to say anything.

Even as the elevator dinged open the two remained silent as they both watched Hatori run ahead of them down the hall. Damn it get back here, she screamed in her head at the kid not wanting to be forced to walk beside the blonde idiot. After all, what could she say after embarrassing herself before climbing into the jeep after spending the day together. The spike in her scent had the blonde's nostrils flare. And yet he didn't say anything to her which was odd for him. Which only drove her anxiety even more. She fucked up, didn't she? Pulling her keys from her pocket she was quick to open the door before the small body raced into her house kicking off his shoes as she tried not to shit herself as she wondered if she should invite him in. But then again Kirishima was waiting for him so that gave her a wonderful excuse not to.

"Thanks," she said softly as she reached out to grab the kids booster seat from him only for his empty hand to wrap around her wrist. She wondered if he could feel her racing pulse as she stood there looking up at him as she froze. A part of her wanted to tip her head to the side and whimper in submission to the blonde who was glaring down at her. But she stood frozen, unable to move.

"The rugrat. How long is he sticking around for?" Well that was not the question she had been expecting from the man. Well every single word from him was a surprise as she blinked her eyes trying to force her fuzzy brain to work.

"Friday. He goes home Friday," she mumbled simply which seemed to be all the blonde wanted to know as he dropped her wrist and thrust the booster seat into her face as she struggled to reach out and grab it before the blonde had turned and wordlessly was making his way back down the hall towards the stairs.

She watched the door to the hall close behind him leaving the dark haired woman standing confused in her open doorway. What the fuck was that? She growled to herself as she just stood there looking down the hall with her eyebrows knit together till the yell from the excited child in her kitchen forced her to turn and step into her home.

The rest of the weekend had flown by quickly. With the remainder of Saturday night spent cooking cookies after having some dinner. Then Sunday was spent more relaxed. Throwing on movies she welcomed the time to cuddle and just enjoy the kid. Which just had her omega keen as she allowed herself to actually enjoy having a child around. Though it was a mild problem as she worried about how having the kid around and spending so much time with two attractive alpha's was probably going to send her body and it's annoying hormones into overdrive. She knew it was not a good idea but she started to double up her suppressants. Which on its own was either going to help her or do nothing at all. She really hoped it was going to be helpful. But for the day she caved in to those annoying omega desires as she cuddled and enjoyed the day with Hatori.

Monday morning had come far too fast. But at least the weekend off was nice. Saturday had been fun even if she embarrassed herself at the end. But still the hike had been nice, the food was oddly very delicious, and the view had been breathtaking. Sunday was a nice day to spend in bed curled up with Hatori most of the day, even if she had a strong feeling that would bite her in the butt later. But it was too hard not to cave in to the kids desire to watch movies, and her omega needs to cuddle and fawn over the kid. Of course Sunday night she was texting Kirishima asking him if he would once again grab Hatori from school while he was on patrol and take him back to the agency till she finished the stake out with Bakugou. Of course the man had jumped at the request and was more than happy to tell her yes which eased her mind on what she was going to do with the kid. And of course she apologized for the time it would take him to do the simple task since the kids always went nuts seeing a hero and she knew it was just as bad for him since Red Riot was a well known top pro.

With Hatori dropped off at school and her running to get to the agency. At least the run had given her a chance to burn off some of that anxious energy since the last words Bakugou spoke to her still confused her, and spiked her anxiety. But at least now she was wearing her scent blocking patches again so she did not need to worry about her scent giving away her emotions.

Rushing through the front door of the agency she found Bakugou and Kirishima standing among the lobby in full hero gear apparently ready to start their days. And of course Kirishima flashed her a wide sharp toothed grin while Bakugou was a scowling, growling unhappy person.

"You're late idiot!" Ah a typical greeting as well.

"Good morning I missed you too Boom Boom boy," she said as she watched his top lip curl back and could even hear the popping from his hands. But it was too good not to use Mina's old nickname for him. Kirishima just tried not to laugh as he watched the exchange between the two people in front of him. As he yelled at her she just ignored him and turned her attention to wishing Kirishima a good morning which he returned in a far more kind manner.

Not even bothering to wait for the blonde to calm down she turned on her heel and started heading out of the agency. After all Bakugou wasn't wrong, she was late. But really she just wanted nothing more than to get the slow and annoying stake over and done with. And as expected Bakugou was quick to storm after her as she led the way out of his agency. And yet once he joined her the walk was quiet, well quiet between them. After all, Dynamite still drew a good amount of attention in his hero gear.

The day had dragged on painfully slow, as was expected when all one does is sit hidden on a building roof with binoculars in hand watching one building in the distance in particular. Though the sudden shiver that ran up the woman's back quickly had her lowering her binoculars to glance around. Her brain was screaming at her to run. This was a feeling she was all too familiar with, it felt like she was being hunted. Of course the blonde idiot beside her wouldn't feel the same fear or have such instincts but she had learned a long time ago when her omega said run she listened to it. Her small hand shot out to grip tightly around the large bicep beside her.

"Run. Now!" She hissed trying to keep it among a whisper as the blonde whipped his head to look over at her with one soft eyebrow raised. The look on his face said it all. He wanted to yell at her but knew better than to do so while trying to remain hidden. She didn't even wait for his reply before she jumped to her feet. The hand on his arm never let go and she hoisted him up with her.

"What the hell!" Was the growl that came from the blonde as he struggled to find his feet under him as she paused. She wanted to just jump off the roof. They would both easily make it down, especially Bakugou but his explosions to stop himself from free falling would bring attention. Going through the building like how they entered it was though was the other option, but she hated the idea of being caught inside. It was much easier to fight out in the wide open space. But there was no real choice. She could hear Bakugou growling at her as she started to drag him towards the door off the roof.

"We've been compromised," she hissed as he continued to curse at her. Though that single sentence had him shut right up. And now his footsteps fell in time with hers allowing her to let go of him and know he is following her.

"And how do you know that?" Of course he was about to question her.

"We are being hunted. Someone is watching and following us," she hissed as she ripped the door open and quickly started down the stairs. She had no desire to be caught running down stairs while trying to fight. So she wasted no time in running down them as Bakugou rushed after her.

"That doesn't answer my question," he growled, his voice getting a little louder now that they were inside a confined space.

"Call it instinct or whatever you want. But I'm well accustomed to the feeling of a predator watching its prey," she said, not exactly wanting to have to stop and try to explain to an alpha how she knows the feeling of being in danger and that getting away is a must.

She could hear him grumbling and calling her a few choice words but she didn't care as they reached the bottom of the stairs. She was more hesitant to just go flying out of the stairwell and into the hallway. But still she didn't slow down too much as she still felt the need to get to the street and away from the cramped area. But of course she wasn't going to get her wish. As she rushed past a door it suddenly opened and a metal pipe came flying out aimed for her head. Of course she easily ducked out of the way. And using the momentum as she pushed herself up planting her palm roughly into the jaw of her attacker sending him toppling backwards unconscious.

And that was all it took for all the other doors to open and an all out chaos to start. The two heroes were clearly outnumbered but that was nothing new for the two of them. But the tight area was quickly becoming crowded as more and more villains filled the hall. There was quickly becoming no way to get through the crowd. And at least Bakugou had grown wise enough to know he had to be careful and not use his explosions inside. But that made it a bit harder leaving the two of them to fight using hand to hand combat.

"Where the hell are all these guys coming from?" She growled as it seemed the large group was keeping the two boxed in. Sakaki didn't enjoy this situation as she winced as a blade glanced over her stomach, slicing through the suit and grazing her skin. Though a simple glance showed just the slightest hint of red. Well at least it wasn't running down her stomach so she left the wound be, as she struggled to disarm the man in front of her. But this fighting was growing annoying and would quickly grow exhausting if they were not careful. She growled as she glanced over at Bakugou taking on a mountain of a man. Trying to move herself closer she quickly pulled her mask off her head.

"Dynamite catch," she called out as she tossed the mask at him watching the confused look that crossed the man's face. It won't fit him well but it was better than nothing.

"What the?" Yep she could hear his confusion.

"Put it on dumb ass," she hissed at him as she moved her left hand down ripping at the hole in her suit making it even bigger. As her right hand moved up, removing the scent blocker from the back of her jaw.

"Now everyone can take a little nap," she mumbled, allowing her scent to fill the room along with the poisonous gas. Though a slight shift in the chemical compound allowed her to knock out those around her in the small space. She could hear a few of the alpha's in the group growling some less than pleasing words about there being an omega bitch in front of them. But the words didn't last long as she watched the criminals start to drop like flies. Though now she got to enjoy watching the room start to spin as she couldn't even stop the hiccup that then had the woman giggling softly. Ah yes now the joy of not having her mask on she got drunk off her own scent and quirk mixture.

She felt herself swaying softly as she giggled like the drunk she was before a strong hand gripped her shoulder trying to keep her steady as she looked over at the blonde who was looking down at her with her mask in his other hand. She let him guide her down the hall and past the bodies as they made their way out of the building while Bakugou was on the phone calling in the event that just happened.

[100hands]

We presented our entry for the Pahal Sports Academy competition today. The other invited architects were Abin Design Studio, Architecture Red, Archohm, Sameep Padora & Associates and Space Matters. Brinda Somaya and Prem Chandavarkar were on the Jury.

We got a special mention for our entry. Here's the jury citation. We collaborated with Kiran Kumar on the proposal.

[annyankers]

hi train! you're sucking me back into your lore too (it's soooo good and i'm invested) so tell me more about your version of darla?

dkfghkls Sorry this took a bit to get to I've been in the Pit with some other stuff that kept making me forget this was in my inbox rip

LET'S TALK DARLAAAAAAAAAAA [AIR HORNS]

Darla My Beloved, My One, My Only. My changes to Darla are honestly super minimal on like, a base level. I love Julie in the role and I think she builds a truly Iconic Character.

Mainly my thing is that it's Fucking Dumb And Stupid that she dies. In one s6 btvs/ats crossover/combination fanfic I swear to the GODS I'll finish plotting and writing I use an oc to help make sure she survives the pregnancy but honestly I don't care how you do it. She Just Does.

I like to keep Connor and her pregnancy because I think it creates a really interesting and unique conflict for Darla that plays well with her utterly heartless and self-centered character. Sharing Connor's soul is the second brush she's had having with one in under a year after 400 years without one. That's super duper fun and interesting to work with. It's fun to have her be conflicted about still being a heartless bitch and maybe caring for at least 1 (one) person just on the principle that they're helpless and cannot survive without someone who cares.

I don't really like the idea of "motherhood makes her better" because that's uhhhhh.... that can be ummm....... but I think there's something to be said for "jerkoff takes some responsibility for her actions and the lives of others". At the end of the day, Darla is still a vampire and still soulless but now she's got some Complex Feelings about stuff and also things. She's more in the Spike Zone of soullessness and how to deal with it in the face of doing shit like giving a fuck about people compared to Angel's whole vibe about the topic or the Master's -- which is her previous stance.

Connor is Her Baby, he's an extension of Her which is important to the douchey narcissist in her. Even after some brushes with having a soul I don't think she'd even CONSIDER a change of heart or just an adjustment to her lifestyle for anyone who's not somehow "Hers". Darla is about Darla before she's about anyone or anything else. Connor being From Her forcibly extends her circle of Self Interest and cracks open the Padora's Box of Possibly Giving A Shit About Others.

The things she felt while she shared his soul also have a big impact on her, she does care about him and his well being. Her stance on the rest of humanity's wellbeing? Less concerned lol. She's not interested necessarily in ~becoming a better person~ but she DOES realize she has to make some change, some life choices, and get better at covering some shit up because Connor WILL look to her as a role model as he grows up and she'd like to minimize the damage she does to him lol. Also recognizes she needs to make some lifestyle changes so that she's got more than just Drusilla helping her raise and protect Connor or WORST SCENARIO IF SHE DOESN'T-- have that asshole Angel STEAL HER SON FROM HER AND DENY HER ACCESS because she's "A Psychotic Heartless Murderer" or whatever dumb shit he's wanking about now. Loser.

She's TRULY the Vegeta or the Hiei she IS the Regina George and you DO have to bribe her into helping. She's a barely domesticated villain she's only here because all these numb nut goody two shoes can't muster up the spine to say no when she asks them to babysit. She and Spike actually end up having much more familial relationship because they're both working through all this Weird Shit about being vampires with no soul who're also grappling with doing weak ass pansy nice guy shit like losers but also it's weirdly fulfilling??? tf???? Since when tf did they like kids-- and not just as dinner??? what happened here???

She's fond of Cordelia because she's Mean, they bully Angel for sport. She and Buffy probably end up with a weird chilled out vibe eventually as two very sexy narrative foils of each other. Shadow selves Baybee. Darla and Anya would be ride or die let's just be real about that they're both unhinged. Illyria is the only person Darla is afraid of lol. Darla and Angel have the most CURSED on and off again sex relationship that torments everyone around them.

Basically Darla is the Cassandra Truth in a lot of ways for ATS. She's the Greek Chorus pointing out all the flaws and issues with Angel's dumbass plans and how X is a trap and OBVIOUSLY So-And-So is upset you ninny. She doesn't listen any of them she's the oldest person in the room she's not taking orders from CHILDREN. Angel is 100000x more competent with her around, it's almost like she was always the brains of the operation lol. Basically she and Drusilla are the muppet critics who're also raising a baby and sometimes help fight crime but only because if they don't they'll have to pay rent.

[padora911rakenrol]

Technology has apply of our lives,help as to do our work, we can use it for work, learning, as a user we need to use it properly, as a student I need to use technology in a good way, each people has many acces in technology and a lot of people share their ideas.we should know the site and app that are using by sharing information.we should share fact's.

Padora, Franchesca Nicole L.

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[satansdarlin]

Hey loves so a bit of a update on me. Padoras box chapter 3 and 4 should be out sometime this month probably after valentines day right now I'm focusing on some personal projects and my health. I have asthma and early onset arthritis from a bad accident when I was a lot younger and it's been really cold and windy where I live so I've been out of commission. Requests are, of course, still open I've decided to make up some rules for requesting and my masterlist is having some maintenance. I wish you all the best keep yall updated :) (if you wish to be added onto the tag list for pandoras box or any other avatar related fics comment here all use this to show my updated tag list as it goes)

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[hells-sirenqueen]

ll Continued - @mages-pandoras-box ll

"Blood of a Sin.. I can help you with that. Though, you could have easily gotten blood from my husband. I can lead you to Belphie to get her blood. If you tell her it's for a binding spell, then I am sure she would be able to help."

She taps her lips, looking at his list. "Who do you have feathers from already?"

[that-one-enby-onyx]

A Gift

Moss couldn't help but pace anxiously in the waiting room, the anguished cries of their wife ringing in their ears as they waited. Lily was in pain but... she was only that way because she wasn't bringing their beautiful twins into the world. Hopefully the good luck that they had given her over their years of knowing each other would hold strong.

They were stressed, to state it simply. 35 weeks, their kits weren't supposed to be here yet. Or would they be pups? The suspense was almost too much for the caxy to handle, but knowing that their beloved wife could be in danger was worse. The wolf was strong, Moss knew it, but childbirth was a laborious (ha!) task and not every mother made it out.

Davina's hand on their shoulder was all it took to remind them to breathe, the older caxy always having their back. "Take deep breaths, sweetheart. Lily will be fine, she's strong." Moss had to take a moment to concentrate on breathing before they could respond, and while it did worry their mom a little, she was glad to see them taking her advice and calming themselves down.

"Yeah, I know Mama... she just sounds like she's in so much pain. I can't even be there with her, hospital rules." They moved to sit next to the door to Lily's room, their knees tucked against their chest as they made themselves small. Their paws lifted to cover their ears and block out the sounds of their beloved in pain, and Davina could suddenly see the same kid she'd picked up from the group home all those years ago in them.

A different kind of wail suddenly pierced their ears and they shot up, peeking through the window that separated them from Lily. Oh, oh wow... that was their daughter, crying out... healthy and alive. Their baby girl was okay... but Lily still wasn't done, there was one more beautiful kit... or pup... to be brought into the world. They frantically turned to the nearest nurse.

"Can I go in there? My daughter, she was just born. I want to hold her." A single nod from the frazzled nurse they'd practically just assaulted was all it took for them to pull on a gown and rush into the room with Lily and their daughter. They'd waited so patiently, and now that they could properly see the wonderful grey-green kit that Lily had brought into this world, their eyes were filling with tears.

When the doctor recognized that Moss was the 'father', so to speak, she handed their daughter over to them and showed them how to properly hold her, talking quietly about her weight and how strong she seemed to be already. All they could think was that their kid was so wonderful already... she'd grow into a wonderful caxy, another of a rare but beautiful breed. Oh, they could not be more proud.

Another piercing wail hit their ears and as they turned around, they realized that this one had come from their son, born just a few minutes after his sister. He seemed to be even bigger than she was, but his cries were quieter and less attention grabbing. Oh, the way his fur shone in the light, almost identical to his sister's... they were both stunning, adorable little ones who were already warming their dad's heart.

Once both little kits were cleaned up, they were handed over to Lily who cooed softly at them both before she lifted her head to look at Moss. "What should their names be, dear? I can already tell who they both take after..." her soft chuckle was music to her partner's ears as they thought about it for a moment and came across the perfect names. "I know..."

"Rose Davina Seltz-Padora and Spirit David Seltz-Padora."

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A special mention to @caxycreations! Davina belongs to them, and so does the universe that Moss and Lily come from. I hope you enjoy, Davi.