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[harrie-cc]

The Coastal Collection - Part Two

Happy Sunday Everyone!

Its been a labour of love during the shorter month of February, but I'm excited to finally be able to share the second instalment of the Coastal Collection! This part focuses in on the Coastal outdoors. There were so many build items that I wanted to include in part one, that I actually decided to dedicate an entire extra month to get all the items on the original list...I still didn't achieve the goal, but I came pretty close!

The highlight of the month for me was the creation of the playhouse. It took 5 days to complete from start to finish, but I was so happy with the end result and its just one of those once in a lifetime items that shall never be repeated again, so its worth putting all that effort into.

There are quite a few items that do have pack requirements this month as there are mostly activity items for you toddlers, kids and soon to be introduced infants. The Sand Pit works just like a rug and can be placed anywhere you wish. Sand can be painted on the terrain to add the functionality of a real sand pit if you own the Island Living EP or if you only have Base Game it can be a great decorative piece for story telling. The Playhouse requires Dream Home Decorator as it works just like the play tent that was introduced in that pack. Lastly the Fire Pit requires Outdoor Retreat for full functionality.

You can find the majority of the items by searching COASTAL in the BB catalogue, however these will not show the column & 2 wallpapers that are included in the set.

The set includes:

Arbour

Wedding Arch

Bucket & Spade

Chippendale Fence (1 tile, 2 tile, post & stair railing)

Lattice Fence (2 tile & post)

Lattice Gate

Functional Column

Exterior Trim (middle, inner corner, outer corner, left & right endings)

Fire Pit

Water Feature

Playhouse

Sand Pit (Large & Small)

Shingle Wallpaper

Siding Wallpaper

Outdoor Seating (sofa, loveseat & armchair)

Outdoor Coffee Table

Outdoor End Table

Now Available on Patreon Early Access

Public Release: 6th April 

[trashfangirlsworld]

Hello! I've been inactive due to the current events in the mcyt community, but I've been keeping up with the qsmp admin situation and I thought I'd share some opinions because the amount of doomposting I've seen the last few weeks has been more than I've seen in any fandom in a while and I feel like it's reached the point where people really need to chill the fuck out because they're not thinking straight and actively not helping. Everything I'm gonna say is based on stuff I've seen on both tumblr and twitter.

they should not promote/release merch! : one of the things that baffles me the most tbh; how do you expect any employee to be payed then? Merch is so far the only big source of income for the server besides q's own cc salary or whatever income they get through the official qsmp channel on twitch and youtube (which I don't think is a lot). "I get that they said they have no funds, but still it doesn't feel right"... sorry but at this point I don't know what to tell you, do you expect them to pull money out of their asses? You can't demand that they stop making merch and then complain that they can't afford the twitter admins at the same time. If you don't feel comfortable buying anything from them it's fine obviously, but if your reason for it is that you're helping the admins then I have bad news for you. I have seen people propose that quackity sets up a patreon, and while I think it would be a good idea, I understand why he's not doing it, since with the merch he can at least give something back to the people that choose to support his project instead of people just giving him money for free, especially with what's happening now. Also with how much hate he's been receiving simply for the merch I can't imagine that a patreon would be recieved well.

we don't know if the money is going to the admins/ they should not use pomme's likeness! : the money is definitely going to go to the employees and admins because otherwise the server would not last. And as much as I understand people feeling protective over pomme's admin, quackity studios is very much allowed to sell merch of the character because it is not the likeness of the admin, it's a minecraft model made by the people that work there. Would you have rathered they skip her character entirely? Do you really think that would have been okay?. Also correct me if I'm wrong, but I've seen posts and tweets saying that pomme's admin has been confirmed to come back with the other eggs whenever it happens by pierre, who talked with her admin.

the admins of the update accounts got fired, it means they want to fire everyone, they aren't making things better! : it sucks that the updates accounts had to end and I feel bad for every twitter admin that clearly cared a lot about the project, but unfortunately it had to happen if there simply isn't enough money to pay them adequately like they deserved and ultimately the update accounts were not essential to keep the project going, so it makes sense that they were let go unfortunately. This is not gonna be the case for the egg admins because if they got fired (which they didn't), the server would basically end. Just because a cc does not know when they will be back does not mean it's not gonna happen. Just because tubbo randomly said that he's not sure if they will be back does not mean they were fired; tubbo is normally not a reliable source of information, even less so when he's been live nonstop for the past 20 days, which is prior to everything happening. If you genuinely didn't expect a reduction in non essential staff considering everything, then you have unreasonable expectations on how this stuff goes. As I write this, I'm seeing people saying that "they would understand this decision if q had set up a patreon to pay the admins", and once again I don't understand how people don't realize why quackity might not be keen on the idea of having his fans pay his own employees for his own project instead of, you know, doing it himself; and, again, do not fool yourself into thinking it would be recieved well. That being said, it's fair to criticize how everything was communicated to the admins, but I'll get to this in more detail later.

quackity should not have uninstalled social media, he's trying to avoid everything! : he's not avoiding anything, he's been off social media for a while now, which is why it took him that long to remove wilbur from the server. He has every right to not want to look at social media, as his focus should be on restructuring his server instead of doomscrolling on twitter because people think he needs to see how much people dislike him. The only people that he should talk to are those that have important information to tell him, like josè with the document. He explicitly said on stream where to contact him if you have helpful information and I'm sure that despite multiple well liked posts saying not to spam his email, people are definitely doing it anyway, which is probably gonna slow the whole thing down even more. I hope josè's document is able to be seen with pierre's help as well.

quackity studios is not communicating with their employees and leaving them in the dark and that's not okay : I agree with this. i think a huge chunk of doomposting lately has been due the lack of communication not with the audience, but with the admins, and they deserve to know what is happening behind the scenes more then us since this is about their current or future job.... that being said, I do kind of understand why they're being so secretive and shutting everyone out, and that's due to all the "leaks" that have been spread online. I understand the anger but I really wish some people would realize that discussing leaked bts lore stuff in ccs discord servers does not help the situation at all and instead makes it seem like they're only doing this to rile up the fandom against quackity studios by using the lore of people's fav characters.

At the end of the day, I think people just aren't used to dealing with a situation that does not have a clear cut solution and someone to clearly hate, so the result is this doomposting and the over aggressiveness toward anything related to the project. Personally, I haven't witnessed anything that made me lose faith in the qsmp like some people have been saying, as every change that we've seen so far coincides with what quackity said on stream a while ago. I only wish things were communicated properly to the admins clearly, as they're the ones most affected, so I hope that's resolved soon. Ultimately quackity is singlehandedly restructuring the server from basically zero, has had to fire people that were misusing money and power and, depending on what josè's document said, is probably gonna have to fire some more. This is not an easy process, nor a quick one, you're not gonna hear about sunshine and rainbows for a while and doomposting about everything you hear because you expected quick change is useless. Think before you speak, have a clear head and most importantly have empathy.

[cozycottagetarot]

Why Did They Come Into Your Life?

How To Pick A Group:

Typically I recommend going with the image that you find you keep coming back to after giving each of the piles a once over.

Notes:

This reading will probably work best for anyone who you:

Feel a strong bond with and are curious about its significance.

Are seeking clarity on the role of a certain person might be playing in your life journey.

Potentially: Have encountered someone who left a lasting impression.

This reading is for entertainment purposes only. ✨

Content Warning: One of the piles did take on a bit of a heavier tone (not the person's presence, but your background) I've added a content warning explaining a little more at the beginning of it!

LINKS: Dividers | Reading Masterlist | Patreon | Paid Readings- Open

GIVEAWAY: Personal Reading Giveaway (June 2024) — Closed ✨

PILE 1

Cards: Seven of Spring, The Lovers, Ten of Summer, The Moon, Eight of Winter

This person could be...

This feels like you might be thinking of an ex (you’re on good terms with) and may still be a part of your life, a one-sided crush (as in you genuinely don't know if they feel the same), a friend… someone who has you captivated. This person did not break your heart or hurt you intentionally if that's an aspect of the relationship. Someone from in the last two years. If it’s someone current then… they’re very supportive of you— actively supportive. It doesn't feel like someone you’re currently in a relationship with but you think highly of them. If none of these fit then I’d say choose another pile.

I feel like this person came into your life to help you become the radiant version of yourself. They entered your life to help you find yourself, believe in yourself, and stand up for yourself. They came to bring you clarity and show you where your happiness lies. While this reading isn’t necessarily romantic, I'd still get the vibe it is/was even if I removed The Lovers. It feels like they have you under some sort of spell or have left a lasting impression on you. Music could be an important aspect here too... either they brought the music back into your life; maybe music is something you share, or they inspired you to pursue it in some format. This could be someone you thought you'd have a forever connection with (in some cases there's still hope for that), or if you know them now, there’s potential for a lifelong bond. You used to hold yourself back and hide from the world, but with this person's presence, you're now stepping out into it with full force.

They came to show you not to fear the unknown, but also to help you gain direction. The seven of spring (wands) would typically be followed by the eight of wands in the traditional tarot deck, which can signify sudden changes and actions. In this deck, the fairy on the card is in an action pose 🦸, symbolizing boldness and assertiveness. What I get from this is you’re gaining confidence and in turn everything is seemingly going to start happening at once. This person could also prevent you from standing in your own way (eight of winter).

In general, they offer you a lot of emotional support, which I feel you may really need at the moment. They make you feel loved and valued—this is someone you want in your life forever, and it feels like they will be, though this is a general reading. I think they also came to show you how to have a good time. This person might be a fling or short-lived but intense friendship, but even then, it’s the kind of experience where you'll reminisce about what you two had fondly and find yourself giggling about in old age.

PILE 2

This person could be...

Oh my gosh, I’m getting so many different things from this pile but overall I think you’ll like it.

This could be someone you knew as a kid or someone who makes you feel like a kid again. They are warm and loving. I’m getting a Cinderella situation or vibe here. Definitely some kind of monumental change or transformation is occurring or has occurred. The person you’re inquiring about could be someone you’re manifesting, and this reading has a heavily romantic tone. If that’s not what you’re looking for, consider a different pile. They could be with you or support you through a very dark time. There’s an emphasis on emotional connection, so if you don’t feel that bond and know it’s reciprocated in some formt, this might not be the group for you either.

This is someone you’ve been waiting for, or it feels like “your soul” has been waiting for. It’s hard to describe, but this person feels like a heart's wish. Whatever your long-term hopes for the future are, this person plays a role in them. For example, if you want a partner with a significant commitment, kids, and a fancy house (sorry, not the most imaginative at this moment), then this person is going to play a significant role in that.

With the card Release (traditionally Death), I feel like this person has come in when a cycle is over or very Very close to closing out, even if it doesn’t feel that way. I emphasize this because the fairy in the card is in a beautiful setting with shimmering lights above them and their eyes closed. I feel like that is you- you can’t see the transformation taking place… yet. There’s also the nine of summer (cups) following the card, where the images remind me of a coronation coupled with a fairy godmother’s transformation. So I feel like this person symbolises or marks that transition even if you don’t see it yet…. For some of you, I feel like this is still to come. I’m not fully sure how to describe what I’m picking up.

The future is being written out in small steps—steps so small you can’t tell. That’s not meant to scare you! I feel like you might be anxious about that at times. But you’re stepping into a new chapter with lovely rewards. It won’t be all sunshine and rainbows, but when you look back, you’ll remember the good times and how you overcame the bad rather than simply dwell on the bad.

I feel like good things are coming to you with this person. Messages like this can feel short, but there’s not much more to say other than congratulations. This person is loving, nurturing, chivalrous, and has a protective energy. I feel like you’ve lucked out.

I keep wanting to say I’m giving you a hug, but I see you’re already taken care of. ♥️

PILE 3

Cards: Four of Summer, Seven of Summer and King of Summer, Queen of Autumn, Life Experience

CW: I don't read about certain topics but will mention them if they come through strongly. This group briefly mentions substance use (in a sentence). There's also brief language 🙄. It's also a tough-love group...

In this group I talk about the person romantically but it can absolutely be any other kind of relationship. I did my best to include both. But if you pick this pile then you gotta stick with me because there are so many different messages in it— ready?

This reminds me of a tarot reading I watched on YouTube that mentioned being addicted to someone who has something physically or materially going for them but wasn’t emotionally available. Meanwhile, getting bored of the sweet, emotionally available, non-chaotic type of [person] that [you] need to balance you out… yeah... that’s the same vibe I’m picking up here. I was curious to see what cards would follow when the four of summer, seven of summer and king of summer came out, and as soon as I saw life experience (the tower) I immediately thought yup that's the vibe!

So there are two scenarios I’m picking up on here. This person is either the loving, emotionally available partner you need and deserve OR this person has f*ck boy (idk what the neutral term is) energy and can potentially lead you down a bad path. I kind of feel like this person whichever persona they are, they're here to push you to make a decision. In the imagery on the four of summer, there’s this child kind of like looking up pleading to an older person who is looking off into the distance. I feel like your inner child or some part of you might be begging you not to make dumb decisions. Sitting with the cards more, this person feels like they are more the 'king of cups' type mentioned above. But on your end, it's like the universe could be shining a big old spotlight on them with multiple arrows saying this person is good for you and you'd be like 'yeahhh but I want something different 🤪'. My love— don’t. It reminds me of the song Chaos Mode by DEZI. I feel like this person came into your life because you’re meant to elevate yourself and live to a certain standard (again wording, sorry) instead of repeating things that are going to leave you unstable.

I also feel like this person or type of person you go for can potentially lead you down a pathway of poor mental health and substance use and while I don’t read about substances/substance abuse if that resonates with you, please take the steps you need to get help/break out of that pattern.

You might also be overly picky. Especially if you’re into manifesting and adjacent practices. So if someone fits the bill of what you want but let’s say they don’t look like it by one detail— this person could be everything you’ve wished for personality-wise and everything you need. So it becomes a case of 'are you gonna let the good thing go because one detail is off or are you going to consider if it should legitimately be a dealbreaker'? And what I mean by little things is they look how you want minus a specific piercing or hair cut 🤨, that’s essentially what I get. Long story short, this person came in to make you make up your damn mind.

This person might not be forever either, but they may be the start. I think they’re also here to help you regain your focus on what’s important to you. I know I’ve been tearing into you this whole time (all out of love 🥰) but with the queen of autumn I feel like you have such a lovely personality and demeanour but someone or a certain set of people or event/s have distorted how you see yourself.

Overall, don’t be afraid to change and go after something better. I feel like you’ve been through something significant at some point and the person you’re inquiring about is acting as a guide to bring you to something better.

I’m sending you love, pile three 💕

PILE 4

Cards: Ego, Ten of Autumn, The High Priestess, Awakening, Nine of Autumn, Four of Autumn, Princess of Winter

This person kind of feels like they came into your life because they’re a messenger of some kind. They’re here to help aid, guide or set you on the right path to the long-term destination you seek. You’re not seeing yourself clearly right now or you’re not seeing something clearly.

They make you pause and question: Are you really in alignment? Your priorities may be off, but this person helps you get back into the right place to enjoy where you are now and what’s to come. This feels like someone who works in a profession helping others or has a safe energy to them, but at the same time, you feel wary about them. There’s an older energy to this person, or they may have been through something you’re going through and are trying to help. To summarize, they have a mentor energy.

This person has entered your life to help you trust your intuition and clear the lens through which you view life. I feel like your energy is slightly jaded, but at the same time, you may mirror each other, so it’s hard to tell which of you is rough around the edges. They might be slightly impersonal but wise. They help you do the work so you can enjoy the results. They may assist with how you view yourself and help you become more open and receptive to others.

I don’t know why, but I got an image of Scrooge—that’s what comes to mind. This person helps you go within, get clarity on one thing or another, revive you, and gain a new perspective.

[muchanmocha]

Hey So Why is Till Wearing a Sponsor Logo?

I am now connecting many, many dots.

[Please keep in mind the following is just a giant conspiracy board for a wild interesting path they could take]

Let's assume that's a sponsor logo Till's wearing. Just for this post.

Alien Stage puts a lot of intention into every outfit design so there must be a reason behind this purposeful inclusion in Till's Round 7 appearance.

To review, Till's Round 2 and Round 6 outfits reflect two very different states.

In Round 2, his outfit is closer to his personal style, but he's barefoot because he kicked off the shoes given by the designers (Artbook Interview). This nods to the fact that he doesn't want to cooperate or care to respect any part of this.

In Round 6, he's wearing an outfit reminiscent of kpop because he's finally conforming to Alien Stage (Patreon). He has no will to live, nor will to fight. He allows the segyein to style him as they wish because nothing matters anymore.

Now in Round 7, from what we can make out, Till is wearing a ripped, translucent tank top of unknown material over a black one underneath. This is paired with baggy pants, and a pair of armbands on his biceps. These armbands have what appears to be a sponsor logo that doesn't match any that we've seen so far. The overall vibe is closed to his Round 2, yet with a few disconcerting elements — the most obvious of which, is the logo that was intentionally included in the teaser.

Till is the rebellious character. Segyein sponsorships go against his very concept, demonstrated by the fact that they've only appeared in relation to Ivan and Luka, the characters who conformed to and worked the system the most.

Till: Passive vs Active

Up to this point, Till actually seems fairly passive for a character symbolizing rebellion and rejection. Everything he does is a reaction to something, rather than taking any action first.

His rebellion -> reaction to the segyein's attempt to control him. He doesn't take the initiative to do anything, whether that be sabotaging the segyein or escaping their control. His rebellion only lasts as long as the segyein are present.

His music and song-writing -> a reaction to the emotions generated by Mizi

Him killing Freddie -> a reaction to Acorn trying to take control in the middle of his song to Mizi while his feelings were running high

His death-seeking -> a reaction to Mizi's incident and losing his sole motivation, his light in the dark

And then two specific scenes:

1) Standing up to the wagyein aka the scene wherein Ivan fell in love -> Till is reacting to Mizi being in danger.

You'll notice Till doesn't actively do anything once Mizi is out of danger (for example, attempt to sneak back in to eliminate the wagyein so that Mizi will never again be in danger)

2) Unknown (Till The End) for Round 2 -> Till is reacting directly to My Clematis

The theory that Till sang this song instead of the one he was supposed to was confirmed (Artbook Interview). I don't think this was planned by Till either, until right before the round.

Canonically, Till has put on lukewarm performances in the preliminaries before this (Magazine Site Article) yet for some reason he exploded in Round 2. So what changed? What was the catalyst for his behavior? My Clematis.

Till presumably hasn't seen Mizi since graduation (implied in everyone's graduation messages) and now he's hit over the head all over again by the full impact of his emotions as he watches Mizi at her brightest, living out her dream with Sua (see Mizi flashbacks Round 2). He's overcome by these emotions and impulsively chooses to sing Unknown to channel and express this new tidal wave of feelings. So this would be yet again, Till in the passive role of reacting.

There is a certain irony in Till being the rebellious character, the one fighting against his restraints, yet he is held completely at the mercy of his emotions.

I think his passiveness is due to not having any real goal or direction. Up to this point, his only motivators are Mizi and music.

Mizi — Surprisingly, Till shows no desire to date or aim to have any specific relationship with her. Most of his wants are limited to just existing near her and bask in the feeling her presence gives him. Part of this is because they possibly haven't even been taught the concept of dating or romantic relationships (see "do they even know what a kiss is" comic). So while Till knows Mizi makes him Feel, he doesn't know what to do with said feelings.

Music — Music isn't a goal for Till. It's a way of living. The sounds come to him. The notes dance on his fingertips. He lives, breathes, is music, whether he chooses or not. There is no goal he sees in music, except the abstract want of expressing his feelings.

This lack of goal and initiative serves as an even bigger contrast to the rest of the characters.

Sua and Ivan are overachievers because they wanted what little control and special privileges that would grant them.

Ivan -> Sua (Piggyback Comic)

"It seems like you're overdoing things these days, aren't you? At the end of the day, I know best that good grades here are useless."

Luka has reached the epitome of the road Sua and Ivan chose to take.

Hyuna broke free of Alien Stage and now works as part of the human rebellion, saving Mizi and carrying out raids.

Mizi shooting the gun in All-In is representative of her overcoming the trauma imposed by Luka and choosing for the first time to actively take control of her own life (Artbook All-In Commentary).

As for Till?

He did kill Freddie on stage, but it looks more like an impulse than a premeditated murder. There was no deliberate planning for it — no request to use Freddie, no seeking permission or sneaking to bring Freddie on stage, no sign of murderous rage directed to Freddie himself. Freddie just happened to land in his possession because of his musical talents (Urak: "He [Till] should know he's only alive due to his talent.") and from there Till simply followed his emotions.

Other than Freddie's incident, nothing notable has been seen from Till for the ~20 years in segyein captivity.

Round 7's Resolution

The worst has happened — both Mizi and Ivan are gone. He's even been denied death by Ivan. Where can he go from here?

Round 7 specifically explores Till's "emotional journey" after these major events (Patreon) so it's safe to assume Round 7 is meant to be a turning point for Till.

Considering his overall aimlessness up until this point, I think this emotional journey and ultimate turning point will take the form of him finally finding a goal and therefore his resolution.

So here's the real conspiracy-boarding:

What if the sponsor logo is Till's resolution?

What if this is a sign of Till finally compromising with the segyein for the first time in his life?

His resolution is the end of his absolute rebellion.

Of course, only on the surface.

This time, Till chooses to work the system and destroy it from the inside.

Hear me out:

Mizi and Hyuna manage to get to Till.

Mizi reaches out a hand to save him, just as she had in his visions during his darkest hours.

But this time, he doesn't reach out for that hand. Instead, he walks back to the segyein.

He turns away from Mizi, his reason for staying all those years ago, and stays, this time for Ivan's sacrifice.

Poetic, really. A full circle, you can say.

He's very specifically turning away from Mizi, his only driving motive in his life up until now, to devote his life to something bigger than just the two of them. He is no longer waiting to be saved. He is one doing the saving.

His Round 7 outfit is rebellious, yet segyein-favorable.

Instead of rebelling aimlessly, he rebels in a way that makes him sick to the stomach — he rebels in a way that weaponizes his appeal to the segyein audience.

Instead of throwing his life away, he claws for survival, compromising just enough to grab at the chance to bring this system down from the inside.

It's Mizi/unknown till the end, but in a way he never expected.

Till becomes their man on the inside.

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Wow, congrats on reading to the end of the crazy conspiracy board theory

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Bonus:

What if we got rebel Till in the song cover because it's not gonna happen canonically

[simmervlogs]

Hello Simmers, come and enjoy your stay at Villa Firostefani!  This build is another multi use lot.

Villa Firostefani is a family friendly restaurant and vacation spot that  is  tucked snugly along Tartosa's sunset coastline,. This location offers soft and sandy beaches to share with a lover, plus nighttime bioluminescent shores that are perfect for lighting up a romantic dip... and only a short stroll from Porto Luminoso.  This is a  family-run complex of villas with scenic views of the waters. Built in Cycladic style, each room is different from the other. This property has a private villa with it's own pool which caters to a family, a studio with a balcony for backpackers and last but not least, a perfect honeymoon suite, with a private outdoor shower and direct beach access.  This venue is also offers day passes for those who are not staying in the villas. Don't forget to try the delicious seafood the restaurant prepares daily and the refreshing cocktails during sunset happy hour. Villa Firostefani also offers spa services as well as movie night as an activity during the weekend.

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[allthelovehes]

Care and Connection* | TEASER

Summary: Y/N has been babysitting Harry's daughter for a couple of months now and the two of them grew rather fond of each other. Harry can't help but swoon when he comes home to find his daughter wrapped up in Y/N's arms, both asleep on the sofa.

Pairing: Singledad!Harry x reader

Word count: 2.8K TEASER of a 9K Patreon Exclusive!

Warnings: Smut, lots of love and care, cutest girl ever, oh right back to the smut: protected sex, oral both f and m receiving, swallowing (iykyk), taboo relationship(?).

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Four months into getting her master's degree, Y/N stumbled upon a babysitting gig for a wealthy single dad. Harry Styles promised the opportunity of a lifetime. After graduating she could use him as a reference and would even have a chance to be head of her own department in his corporation. All she had to do was keep his kid alive and act like their best friend. This shouldn't be too difficult.

Her boss was nothing like she had expected. Y/N loved children and had babysat through her undergrad years so Harry was definitely on board with the resume she put in. What he didn't count on was the temptation the beautiful girl brought with her. His three-year-old daughter adores her and seeing his daughter so happy made him weak as well. But Y/N too wasn't prepared for the tension that'd soon build between the two of them.

Y/N's schedule is perfect for her job, she takes three classes a week at the university which are all morning classes leaving her plenty of time to watch Grace in the afternoon so Harry can go to the office. Being the CEO allows him to work from home and they agreed upon the three mornings, as long as she's finished by 1 PM. Her master's requires a lot of self-study but Harry promised her the use of his office, whenever she needed it.

After finishing her classes, Y/N steps in her car and drives to the Styles residence. She clicks the button of the remote control so the gate to Harry's property opens. Whenever Y/N wonders how her boss can afford such a beautiful home, she reminds herself that she really shouldn't pry too much into people's personal lives. She shakes the question away every time because truthfully she doesn't want to know.

“Y/N!” Grace shouts excitedly when the front door opens. Her little feet slide against the wooden flooring, while the small girl is making her way over to her.

“Hi, Gracie.” She smiles brightly, crouching down so she can wrap her arms around her. “You can actually run a marathon now.” She pokes her tongue out.

“Daddy said I hafta put on my shoes first.” The small girl points at her bare feet. “Then you can race.”

“Daddy is smart, you'd be way faster with your shoes on!” Y/N agrees. Grace's favourite activity is definitely running. Ever since the day she found out how fast her legs could carry her, there was no going back.

“Y/N, I am so glad you're here.” Harry walks into the entrance and the Y/N can't help but bite her lip. He wears a tight black turtleneck sweater, showing off his chest and when he turns to close the door, his trousers fit very nicely. Y/N shakes her head, chastising herself for once again admiring the beauty that is her boss. “You are early.”

Y/N gets up, looking at her wristwatch. “By two minutes.” She can feel the blush creeping up her cheeks because even though they've been doing this babysitting gig for a couple of months, she is still caught off guard when they talk. “My professor ended his lecture earlier than expected.” She explains.

“I should reward your punctuality.” He smirks mischievously. If she hadn't fallen in love with his daughter first, it would've probably been him.

Grace slides into her purple Converse shoes and looks up at the pair while attempting to tie her shoes.

“Come here baby.” Y/N reaches a hand out. “Let me help you.” She watches as the girl makes her way to her with a bright smile. She's definitely taken after Harry. Her brown hair covers a good part of her back when it's down, which always has Harry insisting that she does a half ponytail. Her small chubby hands roam around with any and everything making it all the more impossible to grasp properly. But if there's one thing Y/N has learned in these last couple of months it's that it doesn't take a lot of effort for Grace to grasp hold of someone's heart. Y/N finishes tying her shoe before wrapping the little girl's hair into a ponytail, using the band on her wrist to secure it into place and picking up the toddler.

“Is it a race?” Grace asks curiously.

“I was thinking that we can make french toast.” Y/N suggests, laughing at herself as she proposes something completely different from what Grace insists on.

“French toast?” Grace scrunches her nose up in disapproval.

“Yes, Grace!” She exclaims. “We need to eat first.”

Harry watches their interaction and doesn't even attempt to hide the amusement that crosses his features.

“Ok.” The three-year-old girl answers. “I guess.”

“It's only until lunch.” Y/N reminds her. “Then afterwards we can go running. You and me?” She wiggles her eyebrows.

“Daddy's not gonna come?” Grace mumbles a soft pout on her face.

“I have to work, baby.” Harry reminds his daughter. “Y/N will watch you today while I am at work. She is gonna make sure you eat and sleep and she'll play with you until you tire her out.” He smiles. “Just like every other Thursday.” He wraps his right arm around Y/N's waist, leaning in so he can kiss the top of his daughter's head. “Now be nice.”

“I don't want to sleep, daddy.” Grace frowns, the disappointment and resistance clear on her face.

“Later.” He smiles. “Daddy is late.”

“Did you eat?” Y/N looks at him. “I can make you lunch too.” She offers.

“I already ate, don't worry.” He chuckles. “Besides I know it's not in your job description to care for me.” Harry smirks.

“But if your baby doesn't get the proper attention and you're too weak from starvation, I will be liable.” Y/N offers nonchalantly and feels her cheeks warm when his gaze meets hers.

“Can I go jump on the bed?” Grace interrupts them.

“Absolutely not!” They both scold in unison before turning their heads to stare at the other. Harry chuckles as he sends her a wink.

“I'm going to go now. Be good.” He says looking at Grace. “You too, Y/N.” He winks at her.

“I am always on my best behaviour, Mr. Styles.” She teases.

“I know.” He hums satisfied. “That's the problem.” ***

Y/N walks out of Harry's office, making sure to quietly close the door behind her. Grace peacefully fell asleep after running for thirty minutes straight in the backyard and Y/N took the opportunity to use Harry's home office to study for her classes. She just found out she had an exam on Monday and it was way too close for her comfort.

When Grace wakes up from her nap, Y/N gets her changed and ready for the rest of their afternoon together. Y/N keeps busy to get through Grace's demanding behaviour, so she figures some baking will be a good activity. She's wearing Harry's apron, her hair has come undone with all the frustration she has with measuring the dry ingredients but honestly, she couldn't care less about anything else. She's covered in flower and possibly milk but she prides herself on the fact that the smell of banana bread has taken over the house.

“Grace?” She calls but receives no answer. “Grace!” She calls again, a bit louder this time but still nothing. Where is she? Y/N steps out of the kitchen and into the living room where she finds the little girl laying down on the sofa. “Are you hungry?”

“Mmhm.” Grace shakes her head.

“No? Are you sleepy, love?” Y/N sits down next to the toddler and runs her hand over her back.

“My tummy hurts.” Grace frowns, holding her stomach.

“It hurts?” She frowns, pressing her hand down against Grace's belly and rubbing circles on it with her thumb. “Come here.” Y/N gently lifts Grace onto her lap. “Where does it hurt, baby?”

Grace pulls a pout on her face, her eyes looking at Y/N for a second before pressing her lips into a thin line. She pushes her cheek against the babysitter's chest and points to her stomach.

“Is it a big hurt?” Y/N feels worried for the child. She doesn't want Grace to be in pain and what's worse is that it's the first time something like this happens. “Gracie?” She whispers, and the little girl merely nods her head.

“Oh, come here baby.” Y/N coos and lays down with Grace in her arms. She covers them with the blanket from the back of the sofa, keeping them warm.

Grace settles between the crevice of her neck and chest, clinging to Y/N as her fingers softly graze the nape of her neck. Her fingers twirl a strand of Y/N's hair around them while the thumb of her free hand is caught between her lips.

Y/N curls her hands over Grace's head as she begins humming a tune for the little girl. She closes her eyes, allowing the smooth melody to come out and waits patiently for the girl to fall asleep. It doesn't take much longer for Grace to relax and after one more round, Y/N is certain the toddler has succumbed to her dreams. She lays with the little girl, not wanting to wake her up and keeps humming and soothingly patting her back.

Eventually, she opens her eyes as she feels a soft pressure on top of her head and sees Harry standing there caressing her hair, quietly staring back at her. How long has he been standing there?

“You fell asleep.” He whispers, his voice full of amusement.

“How did your meeting go?” Y/N keeps her voice at a low level as not to startle her little sleeper.

“You had a tough day, sweetheart?” He asks, sitting down on the other sofa in front of them. His dimpled smile breaks out as she nods her head at him. Harry is genuinely touched at seeing the closeness between his girl and the woman who has brought so much happiness to his family.

Y/N turns her head, nuzzling her nose against Grace's hair and taking a deep breath. The little girl moves to press a leg between her knees and pushes her feet against her thigh, feeling the warm embrace.

“When did this happen?” He motions to Grace.

“She said her tummy hurt.” Y/N explains. “I thought we could keep snuggling a bit. Besides if I laid her down she'll probably wake up.”

“A wise decision.” He assures her, letting his head rest on his palm.

Y/N smiles for a moment before her eyes fall to his lap. “How was your meeting?” She asks.

“Exhausting.” Harry sighs, running a hand through his hair. “Kept thinking about my girls at home.” He looks at her and she bites her bottom lip trying to hide her shy smile. She loves how he said girls, as in plural.

They stare at each other a bit longer, neither one wanting to break their eye contact, in a sense begging the other to be the first. Grace lets out a small cough, startling Y/N into looking away. She turns to see the small girl's forehead all bunched up.

“It's ok, honey.” She whispers, pressing a small kiss to her temple. She begins her lullaby again and it doesn't take long for Grace to settle into a deep sleep.

“So beautiful.” He hums after a while, looking at the way Grace falls at ease in Y/N's arms. “Let's put her to bed so we can have dinner.” Harry offers and takes the small child in his arms and carries her up the stairs.

Y/N stays behind and cleans up the mess they made in the kitchen, thankful that she let the food she planned on cooking for dinner stay in the fridge. She glances up as she sees Harry strolling down the staircase. His long legs carry him forward in a few strides and she rolls her eyes at herself for finding such a stupid activity exciting.

“Is she asleep?” Y/N asks.

“Mmhm.” Harry stretches his arms above his head and Y/N catches a sliver of skin beneath his sweater. It only lasts a moment but it's enough for Y/N to release the breath she didn't realise she was holding in.

Harry lowers his arms and reaches the kitchen, taking a seat on a stool on the other side of the counter. He had his hands pressed on top of it as his eyes look down. After a small sigh, he looks up at Y/N.

“I was thinking-” He pauses. “-me and you, we should talk.” He keeps his hands pressed on the cold marble, balling them into fists at the fear of her rejection.

Y/N's face shows an expression of worry. “Oh no, was I not meeting the needed requirements of my job?” She questions, folding the dish towel on her shoulder. “I've tried to give as much love and care to Grace as possible. I promise that I will not abandon her or neglect her or her well-being.”

Harry smiles lovingly at her. “You are amazing with her.” He remarks, leaning his elbows on the counter. “But that's not what I was talking about.”

“It's not?” Y/N pouts, now very confused about what he really wants to say.

“This babysitting thing, Y/N.” Harry begins. “We both know that this is more than that.” He waits for her reaction.

“Ok..” She drags out the 'o'. “I mean if you've been-“

“Can you please sit down?” He interjects.

Y/N smiles politely, afraid to show too much of the happiness that has taken over her. Harry can see her hesitancy and can tell she's trying her best to remain calm while she takes her seat next to him. She turns her stool a little bit so she's directly facing him.

Harry stares at her for a moment, taking her in and how natural it seems for them to sit down like this. His fingers reach out, brushing her cheek lightly but pulling his hand back when she frowns. It's too soon. It's inappropriate. But he wants her so much.

“I care for you a lot.” He starts again, with a newfound confidence and strength. “I think it's more than just Grace at this point. You have become a part of my family in such a short amount of time. You've shown me the joy of welcoming another human in my home and offering them safety and love.”

“I love being here.” Y/N swallows the lump in her throat. “Grace is so perfect and I- I care for her immensely. I would do anything for her.”

“You also happen to be exquisite.” Harry remarks. “Possibly the prettiest woman I have ever laid eyes on.” Y/N ducks her head and he can sense the heat radiating from her skin. “It's not my place to cross any boundaries but I can't deny the chemistry and connection we share. I am so attracted to you.”

She bites her lower lip. This is going all wrong. “But, Harry.”

“Y/N.” He interrupts her. “Let me finish.” He tilts his head to the side.

“I've seen the way you've been looking at me.” Harry reaches out, lifting her chin with his fingers. “It's the same way I look at you when you're not looking back.”

“It's true.” She admits. “I just-” Y/N frowns. “I thought that maybe, and please don't hate me for thinking this, I thought that perhaps I was seeing things that weren't actually there, delusional daydreaming.” She scoffs and Harry licks his lips, a smirk visible.

“Allow me to clear the confusion.” He whispers, running his fingers along her jaw, towards the right side of her neck. “I want you.” He reveals, slightly tilting her head back with a gentle push, so her eyes meet his. “And I will wait until you decide you're ready.”

She tenses up, a hand on her thigh as the other grips at the hem of her blouse. “What if I'm ready now?” Y/N muses.

Harry leans back, pushing himself off the stool and stepping forward as the gap between him and Y/N lessens. “Then I'd say we skip dinner.” He says, his voice a bit deeper and definitely surer than before. Her eyes travel his face, holding the gaze of his bright green eyes for a second longer.

“We definitely should, Mr. Styles.” Y/N decides to call him by his last name as she sees the spark ignite in his eyes. “After all, you are the boss.” She chuckles.

“That's right, love.” He smirks. “I am.” Harry wraps his arms around her, pulling her off the stool and holding her securely against his frame. The younger woman wraps her hands around his neck and her legs around his waist, giving him all the assurance he needs. “God, look at you.” He murmurs before pressing his lips to hers.

[bitchesgetriches]

Hi! I have a question that has been really weighing me down

Is there any way to get fees waived on late payments?

Example: I live in a state with a lot of tolls. I don’t have ezpass and have to pay at the toll. They also have an option where if you dont have cash you can get a ticket to pay online later.

However, the ticket takes 24 hours to activate and once activated is only available for 5 days. I have AuDHD and I constantly forget to go back and pay the tickets.

I now have over $1000 in ‘violations’ even though the total amount of the tolls I have neglected to pay is well under $50. If I could just pay the original amount I owed, I would be able to easily. But they throw $50 fines on $2 or less tolls and I cannot afford to pay all the fines.

If I leave this unpaid will this negatively affect my credit score? Is my car at risk of being repossessed? Please help, I’m so scared

Honey, that is some predatory nonsense. Sounds literally like highway robbery!

I think you need to invest in an EZ Pass or some other way to automatically pay the tolls. Because it's going to save you money in the long term.

Next, you need to call the toll company and work out a payment plan. As with most late bills, the company would rather get paid SOMETHING rather than nothing at all. You should ask them if they can waive all or most of the fees (literally just ask--this works about half the time I've ever asked on late fees and overdraft fees). Offer to pay something up-front to show a good faith effort in sticking to a payment plan.

While they can't repossess your car for late fees, this can and will damage your credit score if they report you to collections. So you want to get ahead of the situation before it gets to that point.

Lastly, let's look at the root of the problem: Your ADHD. It is literally costing you money, and I bet it's not just through these late fees. Talk to a therapist or an ADHD support group about how to set up systems for managing your ADHD symptoms so that they won't lead you into financial trouble again. Here's more advice:

How Mental Health Affects Your Finances

My 25 Secrets to Successfully Working from Home with ADHD 

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[scretladyspider]

“why do young people now hate sex? We did it all the time!”

have you considered that your friends could’ve been lying to look ‘cool’ because not wanting/not having sex meant (and often still means) people (like you) would make fun of and socially ostracize them for being ‘prudes’?

You raised generations to think their bodies and libido were sins. But now you’re up in arms that more people are openly admitting that they aren’t interested. Isn’t that what people like you wanted, for younger people to not commit sexual ‘sins’? Are you mad if it worked? what?

This same line of thinking gave us the dichotomy that men and masculine people are supposed to have lots of sex with women and feminine people, but women and feminine people should be ‘pure’ and ‘virginal’

(btw there’s nothing wrong with being a virgin, its neutral, it just means you haven’t had sex. there is something wrong with acting like people who have or haven’t had sex, based on their perceived gender, are more or less worthy than other people. AKA the way purity culture treats virginity.)

Uhm. Which is it? Or does that actually not make any sense when held up to scrutiny?

Maybe Gen Z and younger millennials just aren’t telling you about their sex lives. Or maybe you’re not including anything outside of your narrow heteronormative idea of what sex can be. Or maybe young people are having sex but those who aren’t are now talking about it openly.

Maybe Gen Z and younger millennials aren’t having as much sex and are happy about that. Maybe it’s sex positive, actually, to be able to say “no thank you” without fear of embarrassment from one’s peers. Maybe it’s sex positive to accept if fewer young people are sexually active.

And maybe it’s none of your business and you’re just weirdly obsessive and controlling other people’s bodies and sexuality. Maybe you’re just making everyone uncomfortable, the way you were once made uncomfortable by the social expectations of your elders.

And again… people do lie to fit in. Not out of malice, but because humans are social animals. You’re telling me no one you know ever lied about getting with someone, or didn’t make something up to try and look cool? Come on. We both know that’s just not true.

You can do better than to pass your trauma along to the next generation. If younger people are pressuring each other less about sex, that’s good. Nothings wrong with that. It’s good to let people safely say “no thanks, I’m good”. To me, that sounds like progress, not prudish.

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[the-cookie-of-doom]

Here is my role reversal AU where the Kittisawats are the powerful mafia family, and the Theerapanyakuls are the poor brothers cousins trying to survive. Also they’re all sex workers. 

Tankhun is the overworked and overstressed eldest trying to take care of his family. Korn is a sick old man, likely to die any day now, and Gun is their shady, unreliable uncle who takes advantage of his brother’s failing health and the boys for his own gain. He’s part of a low-level gang; robberies, muggings, minor car theft. Nothing that would get the attention of actual organized criminals. A scumbag. 

Kinn and Vegas are the primary supports. Tankhun does his best, but he’s got his own trauma to work through. Kinn is the bartender fucking patrons for extra tips; Vegas is just a prostitute, and he doesn’t try to hide it. He also deals drugs on the side, and sometimes is forced into helping with Gun’s crimes. First as a lookout when he was young, then as an active participant. Kinn and Khun both fight with him about his methods. Kinn, because he thinks Vegas is reckless, getting involved with his father like that. He won’t be able to avoid the police forever if he keeps engaging in violent crime. Vegas thinks none of them can afford to be scrupulous with their morals, and none of them can deny that he delivers. 

Tankhun, a former prostitute himself, until he was kidnapped and… had a bad time… scolds Vegas for being so reckless with his own sex work. He’s terrified of anyone in his family going through the same things he did. Now he’s agoraphobic as hell, terrified of strangers, and only manages to pull himself together for the sake of his family. He still does sexwork, but now he’s just a camboy; there isn’t much else he can do that doesn’t require him to leave the house, when he’s a college drop-out with no qualifications or marketable skills. 

Kim’s bright plan was to become a YouTube sensation, get famous, and make it so none of his family ever has to work again. It doesn’t pan out quite that way. He does have and maintain a channel for his music, sharing recording equipment with Tankhun, but it’s small time. He does have a significant amount of subscribers; between that and his patreon, it’s not enough to live off of, but it’s enough for him to put himself through school. Anything extra he gets goes towards his family; Tankhun always tries to protest, but Kim can see the way some of the tension leaves his eyes when he doesn't have to worry about the month’s bills. Unlike the elder cousins, the closest Kim ever comes to sex work is playing his guitar shirtless on his patreon. Maybe a couple times people have offered to pay him for ~extra services~, but he just can’t bring himself to do it. 

Macau is still in high school. He tutors people for extra cash (read: does their assignments for a hefty fee) and helps Kim edit his music/videos. Wants to be a DJ someday. The two of them are close, as the babies of the family. Closer than Kim is to his own brothers, but the same can’t be said for Vegas; he and Macau are thick as thieves. 

One day Kinn gets a job as a personal bartender. He doesn’t bother trying to hide that he’s working for Porsche Kittisawat, and Kim isn’t shy about calling him a kept boy. He doesn’t begrudge his brother the choices he makes, he just wishes Kinn didn’t have to make them. Kinn puts up a good front, but Kim knows the craves the intimacy of a lasting relationship. He’s desperate for something real. To love and be loved. Kim is too jaded to stake any belief in finding something like that. 

Then he meets Chay. 

Chay is actually a fan of his. A very generous fan who regularly makes sizeable donations. Kim owes his upgraded recording equipment to Chay’s generosity, though he has no idea who his online benefactor is. 

Kim is local talent. Sometimes he gets called to play small shows every once in a blue moon. Kinn is pretty good at pulling the strings to get Kim booked at his club, courtesy of Porsche, who’s really making the offer on Chay’s behalf. It’s how Kim ends up meeting Chay. Not that he makes the connection. 

Chay is in the crowd, watching him with more interest than he thinks he’s earned. Kim thinks it’s regular attraction, the kind he’s used to. Used to it dropping off when people get to see the real him too; his pretty face isn’t enough to make up for his ugly life, especially when his personality isn’t enough to act as a buffer. Kim buys him a drink after the show anyway. They talk, they flirt, Chay admits to being a fan, which is nice. Kim’s never been recognized before. 

They start seeing each other. Kim still doesn’t connect Chay ro Kinn or to his favorite subscriber. Thanks to Kinn (and Chay’s) efforts, he keeps doing shows. Gets booked for better clubs as he proves himself able to handle it. He doesn't want to know what it cost his brother; he hopes it’s not too much, and Kinn always assures him he’s fine. He seems to mean it, and Kim is just selfish enough not to question it if it means his dream coming true. He starts promoting his shows online, and Chay is there at every one. Pretty soon that leads to seeing each other outside of shows, too, then going on dates. 

It’s building towards something. But before they can fall over that edge, Kim finds out about everything. The mafia, Chay’s subscription, Chay getting him these shows. All but paying for him. Kim is devastated. He knew better than to trust Chay from the start, it was too good to be true, and now look at what’s happened. 

He goes to his family. 

Tankhun, shrewd as ever, tells him it doesn’t change anything just because he knows now. Vegas, ruthless, tells him to use Chay for everything he’s worth until the money dries up. Macau thinks it’s romantic; that Chay admired him from afar, only for them to meet by chance and fall in love. Except they didn’t meet by chance, and Kim isn’t in love. 

Kinn understands, though. Kim didn’t expect him to. He didn’t give his brother enough credit. He thought Kinn would be like Vegas and Khun. Instead he tells Kim to follow his heart. He knows Kim isn’t like them, isn’t built for the kind of life where he can set aside his feelings and use someone else for his own gain. He’s too much of an artist for that. 

Kim tells all of this to Chay, who says that he doesn’t want to buy Kim, either. If Kim doesn’t return his feelings, that’s okay. They can go back to the way they were. They can be friends, or Chay can just be an anonymous name on a screen. He wants to be with Kim, but he doesn’t want to pay Kim to pretend with him. 

It’s exactly what Kim needed to hear. 

[melanieph321]

Ruben Dias x Reader - Fix You Part 5/10

Part 6 and 7 are out on my Patreon!

Summary - Reader is hired as Ruben's assistant nurse after receiving head trauma during a football game. He has fallen into a deep depression on his road to recovery and does not accept much help from Reader as she only reminds him of how incapable he is.

Enjoy!

"Ahhh." Ruben winced.

"Please, I didn't even touch you."

"Have you even shaved someone's beard before?"

You hadn't. However, you convinced Ruben to let you trim his before the doctor's appointment he had that afternoon.

You set up a makeshift barber station in the living room, complete with a mirror, clippers, and a pair of scissors. Ruben sat down in a chair, and you got to work, carefully trimming his beard to the perfect length.

"Just hold still Ruben, you're being a big baby."

"I'm being a what?"

"A big baby."

"Is that so?"

"Yes." You said, grabbing a hold of his chin to prevent him from moving his head again. However, he kept on snapping it your way, like the bandage that covered his eyes was to no use.

"Just don't cut my throat." He mumbled.

"Why are you so grumpy today?"

"Am I?"

"Yes, Ruben. Even your mom said so."

"You spoke to my mom, when?"

"I called her and thought I'd invite her to come to your doctor's appointment."

"And? What did she say?"

"Unfortunately she's busy."

"Good."

"Good?" You frowned. "Ruben, don't you want someone other than me to come with you to this appointment? Today's test results might mean that you get to remove your bandages completely."

"No." Ruben muttered. "I don't want them to be disappointed."

It has happened before. Ruben's previous test results had denied him his eyesight. Perhaps he didn't dare to raise his own or his family's expectations anymore. However, you remained optimistic. So optimistic that when you arrived at the doctor's office that day, you were squeezing Ruben's arm in anticipation of his results. You were so happy when the tests indicated that Ruben's brain activity had reached a healthier state, allowing his senses to be a bit more stimulated again.

"Alright, Mr Dias," The doctor said, tugging the bandage away from Ruben's eyes. "Or perhaps I should say, welcome back."

It was a beautiful moment. You watched Ruben bat his eyes as the daylight struck them. Once they were adjusted he turned his head, discovering the world like a curious child.

"Is it blurry?" You asked.

Ruben's eyes met yours in a heartfelt moment that seemed to stop the motion of everything around you.

"Y/N?" He seemed unsure. Perhaps he had another picture of you in his mind. Nevertheless, you smiled at him and he smiled back at you. You would have gone on smiling forever if it hadn't been for Ruben's brother spamming your phone with hundreds of text messages.

"That's weird."

"What is?" Ruben asked, seeing the furrowed expression on your face.

"Ivan wants us to meet him downtown. He says it's urgent."

It was an odd place to meet. Outside of a black brick building. Outside the back of it, where the dumpster were kept.

"Ivan what's going on?" Ruben asked. "Why are we in Deansgate of a places?"

Ivan grinned at the sight of his brother. It hit you that it was the first time in a long time that he had seen Ruben without bandages covering his eyes. "Happy birthday brother." Ivan said, pulling Ruben in for a hug.

"Happy birthday day Ruben."

You clenched the phone in your hand as he turned to you.

"You knew?" He frowned.

You shrugged. "Why did you think I fought to shave your beard?"

It wasn't a hard kept secret. You got the date of Ruben's birthday off the internet. However, when you asked his family about it they informed you that Ruben really didn't care much for birthdays, that he hadn't celebrated one in years. Nevertheless, you insisted that today was worth celebrating, considering the high chances of Ruben getting his bandages taken off.

"Come on bro, everyone's waiting." Ivan gestured for the two of you to follow him through the backdoor. It led you through a corridor lit up by neon lights. And as you followed the sound of the music, you were taken aback by how many they were.

"Surprise!"

You had expected Ruben's family and a handful of friends to help surprise Ruben on his birthday. However, there were about a hundred people greeting you as you entered.

"Happy birthday you minger." A man with slick back hair patted Ruben on the shoulder.

"Jack, you came?"

Ruben seemed equally surprised that so many of friends showed up.

"Of course I came." The man laughed. "Your mom is cooking, isn't she?"

It was my first time seeing Ruben, laughing without being sarcastic. Not one of those half hearted laughs that he would give you. But a real laugh, that made the corners of his eyes crease.

"Come on man, you won't believe what Kyle bought you."

"Kyle is here?"

"Everyone's here."

You watched as Ruben was ushered away by his friends. They weren't just regular people. You recognized many of them from TV and magazines. There were football players, supermodels, luxury brand owners and the list went on. It hit you how small you were in Ruben's world. Perhaps how insignificant the part you played was.

"Pretty cool, eh?"

"Max."

It calmed your heart to see a familiar face. Max, who dressed up for the occasion, replacing his tracksuit with a jacket and tie.

"I can't believe you got him to come." He said.

"What can I say, I'm a great liar."

"You mean you're a great actress."

"Why thank you." You bowed your head with courtesy.

"Ruben is really lucky to have you in his life. Me too."

"Stop it." You blushed. "You've only known me for three weeks."

"Yes, but I've seen nurses come and go within a day. Trust me, Ruben likes you."

"You think so?" His words aroused something within you. A sudden need to run into Ruben's arms and beg him to never let you go.

"I know so." Max winked. "Now enjoy the party, kid. But not too much. You're still on the clock."

You rolled your eyes as Max went away. Unlike you, he seemed so close to everyone in Ruben's family. His brother, his mother...They all loved him for everything he has done.

"Y/N, right?"

You turned around hearing someone call your name. "Joshua?"

********************************************

Ruben had been out of commission for weeks, ever since he had suffered a severe head trauma. But that didn't stop him from meeting up with his friends. It had been Ruben's own choice to avoid people for so long. Limiting himself to a sphere where only he existed and where the world revolved around him. All that changed when he met you. Now he found himself out and about again, taking the next steps to becoming the man he really was, the man you deserved to know him as.

"How about another round of shots!" His friends cheered. The majority of them were his teammates. And when it came to alcohol consumption, Jack Grealish was in charge.

As they made their way to the bar, Ruben could feel his heart racing. The lights and sound of the music was a bit overwhelming, and he could feel a sense of nausea kicking in. He tried to push through it, but it quickly became clear that he was in over his head.

"You good, man?" Asked John, another one of his teammates.

"I....I think I need to go," he said, voice shaking. "I'm feeling really sick."

Ruben rushed in the direction where he had come from, in the direction where he had left you. Although his vision had begun to deceive him, he recognized your silhouette from far away. You stood talking to some guy, a guy Ruben didn't know. It made his blood boil more than it already was. And by the look on your face Ruben appeared just the way he felt.

"Oh my God, Ruben, are you okay?"

You took one look at him and knew that he was in trouble. "Come on, we'll get you home," you said, taking his arm and leading him out of the club.

As you walked, Ruben could feel his nausea getting worse and worse. The bright lights of the city were like knives stabbing into his brain, and the sound of the traffic was like a never-ending drumbeat. He knew that he needed to get out of there, and fast.

Finally, you made it back to Ruben's apartment, where you helped Ruben into bed. He lay there, feeling the nausea wash over him like a wave, but at least he was in a safe place.

"I'll call Max and tell him where we went."

"No, just..." Ruben grunted. "Stay with me."

"Ruben, I think it's best if I call a doctor first to let them..."

"Please." Ruben used all his strength to grab your arm, desperately needing you by his side. "Stay with me, please."

You seemed conflicted but eventually gave in, kicking off your shoes and joining Ruben under the covers. He kept his eyes closed, his breath brushing past your cheek as you lay face to face.

"Thank you." He whispered. "For getting me out of there."

You smiled and stroked his hair. "You're going to be okay. We'll take things slow, and you'll be back to normal in no time."

Ruben nodded, feeling a sense of gratitude towards you. It was actually more than a sense. If the choice was his he would live and die this way, with you in his arms, your hands in his hair.

He opened his eyes to see the look of concentration that you had and how that look faltered when you caught him staring.

"Can I kiss you?"

"Ruben…I don't think that's a good idea."

"I disagree." He chuckled. "I think it's the best idea I've ever had."

Silence crept. Ruben had gone to shut his eyes again, assuming that you had done the same. But then there was movement, a slight dip in the bed as the warmth from your body enclosed on him. Ruben's eyes flickered as he felt your soft lips brush against his. It was a gentle kiss. One that cured him of his nausea.

"Don't open your eyes." You whispered.

"Will you be here in the morning?" Ruben stretched out his arms to wrap around you, pulling you close. You let him, and cuddled your head to rest under his chin.

"I will be here, but not in your bed."

"Fair enough." Ruben yawned. At least he had this moment. A moment when you belong to him and only him.

Part 6 and 7 are out on my Patreon!

[formallake]

Plotholes with the Brothers Theory and an Additional Theory regarding Exer's magical origin.

Right! Let's get this started! Spoilers for Jackson's Diary Obvi!

The Brothers/ Sibling theory is an interesting one. If you like to read Webtoon's comment section like I do, you might see it surface from time to time.

It's no secret that Exer and Jackson are connected in some way.

- Jackson being the only one to actually see Exer's magic (until David of course).

- Exer thought box is grey like Jackson's power and Jackson's thought box is green like Exer's magic.

- The entirety of season two is literally them sharing each others braincell.

- The Diary being connected to Exer's magic.

But them secretly being brothers on the other hand is really up to debate. Some might even argue they are twins seperated at birth 🐣. However it's very unlikely! According to Paola in her QnA Instagram section their ages are different.

Exer is the oldest of the main cast, being 18 and Jackson the youngest, at 17. Yes, you can argue that they are siblings who are only a year apart. Which i'll give you a point for, as IT IS possible, what's impossible to ignore however is the fact that Exer's and Jackson's nationality are different.

Exer according to the Wikifandom, is Indian-African American. While Jackson, American. I can't clarify where they gain the info from, so take it with a grain of salt. The reason why i have a strong believe that Exer is Indian-African American is due to Paola's patreon.

(I think im allowed to share this? Since technically its public and you can view it for free? Tell me if its not allowed and im ganna edit it, okay guys!)

Its blurry since i can't afford the monthly subscription (it cost like a whole week of lunch money, if converted to my home country) so I could be wrong but my speculation is that this is Exer's mom. Due to the woman in the picture not resembling Jackson's mom and she is wearing what seems to be a sari? (A traditional South East mostly India, Women's wear.)

The woman in the blurry picture have curly long hair like Exer's while Jackson's mom have a shorter shoulder length straight hair.

[Below the pic of Jackson's mom for ref. ]

If im right that this is Exer's mom, than its prove Exer's and Jackson's mom are two different people.

This implies that for Jackson and Exer to be related, Harry must have cheated on Exer's mom. We all know that's IMPOSSIBLE! No way! Very out of character!

If they are not related than how are they super connected?

This is where we go to the second theory, Exer's Magic came from Jackson. Here me out!

So far, there are three confirm cases of magical users in JD. That being Exer, Lucy-furr, and David. And you know what they had in common? They are all written in the Diary by Jackson!

You know what they say! Once is by chance, twice a coincidence and three times a pattern.

At first with Exer it might by chance, but than Lucy came in to the picture as a MAGICAL cat! Sure it could be a coincidence, but than suddenlyDavid have the ability to see Exer's magic! It's a pattern! Jackson can give power to living beings it seems!

What's interesting is that Lucy and David don't have their power until Jackson specifically activate it. In Lucy's case she had been drawn in green crayon before, but she IS still a normal cat. It was only after Jackson drew her again back in ep 66 where she finally gain her magic.

Exer is unique in a way, since he seems to use his magic even when Jackson is not in Kingsmont. This fuels my theory of them being friends back in their childhood.

The biggest evidence for me regarding the magic being given by Jackson to Exer is this drawing.

A green stickman with a blue magical hat and a wand! Like is this evidence or what??

I must admit the blue in the wand and hat is not the exact shade of blue Jackson is. But still!!

[Below is Jackson's blue]

But its just a theory! A poorly made word jumble of a paragraph!

Thanks for reading.

[djthed]

3D Test Animation of my Character!

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Been once again super busy with work lately, but found some time to sneak in getting this little project done!

I've recently changed up my profile pictures to use a character design that I can actually credit to myself! I will always love Leafeon and will miss using them as a profile picture, but the biggest problem with using them as a way to identify me is that they aren't really my character or my design. And my own iteration of Leafeon's model isn't that derivative anyway, nor would I really want it to. And also considering how long I've been a FiM fan, I think it's a long time coming that I finally make a design of a pony for myself to use as a sona!

With that said, when it comes to this model, I started working a bit on it a few months back. Mostly in the coat coloring and headshape department. The head topology is the same as before, but now I have controls in the rig that can change the head shape to feel more "stallion"-like. For how I tuned the shape for my character, he's kind of got a shape in-between a full on mare and stallion head shape.

Work ceased for a while as I got involved working on a project called "Billie Bust Up!" (which I will talk more about later if that got your attention, don't worry!). It's been very busy, but the past week I decided to sit down and get this done on my own time. I did a few streams where I would work continuously on my model, like getting all the hair done, and working on all the animation. You can find all the VODs to these in the Live section on YouTube Channel. I really like doing livestreams, as it has a very VERY obvious affect on how I am able to focus, and makes working on things a lot easier and more efficient. I want to do them more again, I miss streaming a lot. Maybe for BBU I'll find a way, but only time will tell.

This animation was really fun to make. Haven't really done super dynamic quadruped animation since I was involved in the G5 pony game, so it was nice to get at it again to refresh my skills there. Didn't feel too hard, so that's a good sign I wasn't getting too rusty. And rendering was not nearly as bad as you might expect. Talked a bit about this during my Marina commission about my new methods of denoising renders that were done in Cycles. This entire render uses a flat 128 sample count, and using my new methods that keeps noise temporally stable and then denoise after, it produces a very VERY nice result. Once I rap up releasing this animation, I'll try to finally record a guide, or at least the process I take, on how I get this done, as it's definitely a viable option in a lot of cases.

Thank you guys for sticking around during my staggered activity on this channel! Once I started getting involved in real animation jobs, it's been tough finding a good balance between my own personal animation projects and actual animation work. And lately I've been feeling the urge to actually try to find that balance so that I can do both. Hopefully I find it, because I miss this!

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[itsashowtime]

Patreon is live once again, although under low activity! If you'd like to read 2.0 one chapter ahead (in drafts) and view 8SEN concept art/behind the scenes, then this might be for you!

[zroqravity]

no you are literally so right about the patreon thing though

i don't wanna be a hater on my blog so I'm gonna be on anon, but it is genuinely a stupid financial decision.

also like.

why the fuck was the update on patreon only??? if it concerns riptide, their main campaign??? like at least make a community post (they didn't have a problem making community post for merch for an exclusive campaign but they can't talk about hiatus on there??? weird)

also a thing that annoys me is the fact that they still have ads and shit on episodes, they have sponsorships. and it's not weird, every single podcast with a patreon I listen to has that (dndads, which they actually made a reference to once in an intro, naddpod) but they're the only ones that have activity on patreon and NO activity on main feed. it's weird!

and those podcasts manage to have active main campaigns while also having successful patreons! i understand that for the boys it's like a main job and so the pressure to have it pay off is high. but it's just not gonna if they move to patreon completely. it never works! I've seen people try so many times and it never works because patreon just doesn't work like that. it literally advertises itself as a place for exclusive content and it ain't exclusive if it's The Only thing that exists.

anyway I think they should have prioritized getting wanderlust out first (if they make it like the suckening I swear to fucking god I'll explode), THEN doing a patreon mini-campaign and then coming back with riptide. or better yet, posting the mini campaign along with riptide coming back to lure people in. would work on me if patreon wasn't locked away from regionally

they're just managing it all rather poorly tbh. like I get it? they're making money and I would also prioritize that shit, I understand. but at this point some of it just feel disrespectful. like posting the update on patreon of all places (not even fucking twitter???? or smth?)

anyway anyway. sorry for getting all of this off my chest in your askbox I just. most people I follow and/or am mutuals with for jrwi have patreons and i just feel like I can't complain about it. yknow? it's probably just in my head but yeah. you're so right

THE UPDATE THING YEAH I DIDNT KNOW I COULD ACTUALLY WATCH IT FOR FREE FOR QUITE A WHILE! It'd reeallllly weird to only put it on patreon especially when they have posted things of this sort on twitter in the past and at least made a community post abojt it on youtube, I can't think of exactly why they did this honestly but just the fact that they did it makes me suspicious despite there not being anything technically wrong with it and leaves a bad taste in my mouth.

also they have ads enabled on patreon stuff?? Yeah that is kinda weird and something I've never thought about before. Also a big fan of dndads here, in my original repay to the ask I actually mentioned them as a podcast who uses their patreon well but decided to delete it.

PATREON IS REGEON LOCKED??!?!@ THAT MAKES IT SO MUCH WORSE NOT ONLY ARE THEY LEAVING OUT FANS RHAT DONT PAY BJT ALSO SOME THAT WOULD PAY BUT JUST HAPPEN TO LIVE IN THE WRONG PLACE??????#@ AND THESE PEOPLE WOUNDNT EVEN BE ABLE TO SEE THE UPDATE

yeah they are handedly this shit very poorly, I'm glad my asks could be somewhere for you to talk about this bc I know how frustrating this is, I'm really glad I finally got the guts to speak more about this bc its something I've had a big problem with for a while and it's really nice to see that it's not actually all in my head and I'm not just being a hater unreasonably like I tent to think i am

Sorry for the late reply, my reply to your other ask will come even later, sorry again o7

[cloaksandcapes]

Perhaps our most balanced Plushie, and our first uncommon as well. Telepathic Shroud isn't as much of an activate ability as we normally like, but can go very well with certain backstories.

What would you name your Flumph friend?

Forlorn Flumph Plushie of Power

Wondrous Item, uncommon, cursed (requires attunement)

“A stuffed plush of the majestic creature known as the Flumph. Unlike other plushies of power, this one is old and worn-out. A couple of its tentacles are missing, and one of the eye stalks doesn’t stand up straight anymore. It gives the plushie a forlorn, pitiful look. Like whoever had it before, didn’t love it.”

This plushie of power is a wool-stuffed recreation of the creature, big enough to cuddle and hold in your arms. If you use an action to speak the command word and throw the plushie to a point on the ground within 60 feet of you, the plushie becomes a living creature. If the space where the creature would appear is occupied by other creatures or objects, or if there isn't enough space for the creature, the plushie doesn't become a creature.

The creature is friendly to you and your companions. It understands your languages and obeys your spoken commands. If you issue no commands, the creature defends itself but takes no other actions.

Flumph. This plushie is of a flumph. It can become a flumph for up to 12 hours. Once it has been used, it can't be used again until you finish a long rest. At the end of the duration, the flumph reverts to its plushie form. It reverts to a plushie early if it drops to 0 hit points or if you use an action to speak the command word again while touching it.

Telepathic Shroud. You are immune to any effect that would sense your emotions or read your thoughts, as well as all divination spells. You can choose to allow a creature to read your thoughts, sense your emotions or cast divination spells on you.

Cursed Plushie of Pity. Whenever you transform this plushie of power into a flumph there is a 25% chance that it goes wrong. Roll a d20 and on a roll of 1-5 you cast the flumph’s stench spray ability all around you in a 30 foot radius. Any creature, including yourself, must make the DC 10 Dexterity save at disadvantage. The flumph plushie does not transform when this happens and you must finish a long rest before you attempt to transform it again.

Join us on Twitch every Mon\Wed\Fri to create new Homebrews and check out our Patreon for 544+ magic items, tokens, maps, and more.

[simmervlogs]

Le Cetinelle

Hello Simmers, welcome to Le Cetinelle! The most famous vineyard in Tartosa. Sharing this build to thank you all for the support and love! This build is a multiuse lot.

Le Cetinelle is Tartosa's oldest nectar estate — 900 years and counting — known for it's rich nectar and delicious fresh food. The venue is also well known for their horse rescues and offers daily horse rides along the beautiful sandy beaches in Tartosa. (make sure to take a dip in the pool after a hot day out). There is also a lovely and private house on the estate for you to move in or few suites upstairs if you here for a couple of days.  Do not forget to enjoy the nectar and food down at the Lobstron restaurant which is open daily. If you are looking for any activities, the estate also offers you classes on nectar making, this makes Le Cetinelle the perfect vacation. 

Please note almost everything is CC and the items were not created by me! Please let me know if anything is missing, there were a lot of cc items! Dine out  (restaurant lot type, chefs station), Horse Ranch (Hay Bed, nectar machines) and Laundry Day (Washing machines) required for function.

Please do support and directly download from all the creators mentioned! I have attached the CC folders too for convenience. I have decided to share the folders via Google drive for ease of access so please let me know if you have any tips or questions xx

Do check out my Tiktok, live almost everyday building!

INSTRUCTIONS

Please directly move all the files in CC zip folder to your Mods folder.

Please move  Tray files (Tray files folder) to your Tray folder (enable bb.moveobjects on).

Gallery ID-  SimmerVlogs (Enable CC)

TikTok- simmervlogs

Note-  I have placed this down in Tartosa- 50X50 lot

Thank you once again to all CC creators!

P.s there are way more pics but i can't upload all together :( enjoy!!

PATREON